Propane Tank Rules
The gas container, liquefied petroleum system or LP system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. Depending on the capacity of the tank, the agency requires particular components. These individual parts must undergo recognized laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval shows that the system components meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the organization which dictates how close the propane tank is situated to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks that contain flammable liquids, cutting torches and welders. These strict regulations are implemented to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the workers and other people who are in the vicinity.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the address, the name, the supplier of the container, 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, pressure and fill level. In addition, details about whether or not the container is designed to be installed above ground or underground is also visible. These markings need to be on a metal plate attached to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that each tank has to be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in order to be considered ready and safe to utilize.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
OSHA also regulates any type of maintenance to the LP systems, such as welding. The employees performing repairs and the tank owners should know the standards and regulatory codes which the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any part of the system that is subject to internal pressure has to first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other type of welding is only permitted on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.
The OSHA works hard to make certain that individuals who work with lift trucks and in their vicinity are kept safe. They have stringent training procedures and rules in place so as to make certain that these industrial machines and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is vital that businesses follow their rules and steep fines could happen if they are not followed.