Propane Tank Policies
The gas container, liquefied petroleum system or LP system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the piping, regulators, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. Depending on the tank capacity, the agency requires particular components. These individual parts should undergo recognized laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval would show that the system parts meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group who dictates how near the propane tank is situated to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks that contain flammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent regulations are implemented to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the workers and other individuals who are in close proximity.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the address, the name, the container supplier, and or the tanks trade name, be marked on the propane container. The container capacity is to be listed with the following information: pounds or gallons of fuel, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. In addition, details regarding whether or not the container is designed to be installed underground or above ground is also visible. These markings should be on a metal plate attached to the container somewhere in plain sight. OSHA requires that each tank should be marked by the Pressure Vessel Inspectors and National Board of Boiler so as to be considered ready and safe to use.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
OSHA also regulates any kind of maintenance to the LP systems, such as welding. The employees performing repairs and the tank owners must understand the standards and regulatory codes that the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any system component which is subject to internal pressure must first follow these fabrication codes. Other welding is just allowed on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
OSHA has worked hard to make certain that people working with lift trucks and people working in the vicinity of forklifts are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent regulations and training procedures in place so as to make certain that these industrial machinery and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is very vital that businesses follow their rules and steep fines can occur if they are not followed.