Propane Tank Regulations
The gas container, LP System or liquefied petroleum system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the piping, regulators, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. Depending on the capacity of the tank, the agency requires particular parts. These individual components should undergo recognized laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval shows that the system components meet construction, pressure and thickness standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group that dictates how close the propane tank is situated to ignitable materials, to buildings, to tanks that contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict regulations are in place to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the workers and those others who are in close proximity.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the address, the name, the container supplier, and or the tanks brand 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, information about whether or not the container is made for installation above ground or underground is also visible. These markings have to be on a metal plate connected to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that each tank should be marked by the Pressure Vessel Inspectors and National Board of Boiler in order to be considered safe and ready to utilize.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
OSHA also regulates any kind of repairs to the LP systems, like welding. The employees performing repairs and the tank owners should know the standards and regulatory codes that the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any component of the system which is subject to internal pressure should first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is only allowed on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.
OSHA has worked hard to ensure that those working with lift trucks and those working in the vicinity of lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have strict rules and training procedures in place in order to make sure that these industrial machines and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is important that companies follow their rules and steep fines can happen if they are not adhered to.