Propane Tank Policies
The LP or liquid petroleum system style gas container is an OSHA term that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. The agency requires particular parts depending upon the capacity of the tank. These individual components should go trough recognized laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval would prove that the system parts meet construction, pressure and thickness standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the organization 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 stringent rules are implemented to make the jobsite really safe 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 details: gallons or pounds of fuel, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. In addition, information regarding whether or not the container is made for installation above ground or underground is also visible. These markings must be on a metal plate attached somewhere noticeable to the container. OSHA requires that each tank needs to be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in order to be considered ready and safe to use.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
Any maintenance to LP systems which require welding are regulated by OSHA. Repair personnel and tank owners need to be familiar with regulatory codes and standards which the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any system part that is subject to internal pressure has to first follow these fabrication codes. Other welding is just permitted on brakctes, saddle plates or lugs.
OSHA has worked hard to make certain that individuals working with lift trucks and individuals working in the vicinity of forklifts are kept as safe as possible. They have strict rules and training procedures in place so as to make certain that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is important that companies follow their rules and steep fines could happen if they are not followed.