Basic Training Information for LPG
Liquefied petroleum gas has 90 percent propane and has no smell or color. This fuel, also known as LPG, derives from natural gas. LPG is extracted using a method known as distilling.
Considerations
Liquid petroleum gas should be handled with care. Even though it is generally considered safe, it can lead to a fire or explosion if the gas lines are not maintained or have not been correctly installed. Proper maintenance and installation guidelines must always be followed for home appliances which utilize LPG.
Prevention
To guarantee safe handling, personnel who work with LPG directly should undertake training. The refueling procedures and handling need to be followed carefully. Personnel should also be taught how to recognize dangers like for example damaged hoses or loose fittings, and how to test for possible leaks. Personal protective gear should always be worn when working with liquid petroleum gas.
Emergency Preparation
Potentially, the LPG gas is dangerous. The personnel in charge of handling this gas need to be trained and prepared to respond to emergencies. Trainees will learn how to control gas leaks, how to administer first aid and how to evacuate places at risk.
Different Sizes of Liquid Petroleum Gas Tanks
LPG tanks would vary in size from small tanks the size of a knapsack all the way to big underground tanks. LPG is very useful for heating and cooking for both commercial and residential applications. A lot of forklift units are powered by LPG. Around 350,000 U.S. vehicles and 3.5 million motor vehicles all around the world use liquid petroleum gas tanks.
33 Gallons
There is a 33-gallon gas tank used to deliver liquid petroleum gas to commercial machinery. When empty, the tank weighs approximately 7 kilograms. When full, the tank could have 14 kilograms of propane. It is big enough for industrial application, and is designed to fuel lift trucks with LPG engines. The tank is 71 centimeters long with a 30-centimeter diameter.