Propane Tank Regulations
The liquid petroleum or LP system style gas container is an OSHA term which refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. The agency requires specific components depending upon the capacity of the tank. These individual parts must go trough standard laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval proves that the system parts meet construction, pressure and thickness standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group who dictates how near the propane tank is situated to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks which contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict rules are in place to make the jobsite really safe for the workers and those others who are nearby.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the name, the address, 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 details: gallons or pounds of fuel, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Moreover, information regarding whether or not the container is made to be installed underground or above ground is also visible. These markings must be on a metal plate connected to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that each and every tank must 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
Any kind of maintenance to LP systems which need welding are regulated by OSHA. Repair personnel and tank owners need to be familiar with standards and regulatory codes which the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any part of the system that is subject to internal pressure has to first follow these fabrication codes. Other welding is just allowed on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
The OSHA works hard to make certain that people who work with lift trucks and in their vicinity are kept safe. They have stringent rules and training procedures in place in order to make certain that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is really important that businesses follow their rules and steep fines could happen if they are not adhered to.