Propane Tank Rules
The liquid petroleum or LP system style gas container is an OSHA term that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. The agency needs particular components depending upon the tank's capacity. These individual components must undergo recognized laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval shows that the system components meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.
Tank Location
The organization OSHA determines how close the propane tank can be mounted in relation to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks which contain flammable liquids, cutting torches and welders. These strict regulations are implemented to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the employees and other individuals who are nearby.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems need to be marked with the address and the name of the supplier of the container, or tank brand name. The capacity of the container is listed in gallons or pounds, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Furthermore, details about whether or not the container is made for installation underground or above ground is also visible. These markings need to be on a metal plate connected to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that each tank must be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in order to be considered safe and ready to use.
Tank Modifications and Repairs
OSHA also regulates any kind of maintenance to the LP systems, such as welding. The workers performing repairs and the tank owners should understand the standards and regulatory codes that the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any component of the system which is subject to internal pressure must first comply with these fabrication codes. Other welding is only permitted on brakctes, saddle plates or lugs.
OSHA has worked hard to make certain that individuals working with lift trucks and people working nearby lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent regulations and training procedures in place in order to make sure that these industrial machinery 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 can occur if they are not adhered to.