Propane Tank Regulations
The liquid petroleum or LP system style gas container is an OSHA term which refers to the piping, regulators, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. The agency requires certain parts depending upon the tank's capacity. These individual parts should go trough standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval proves that the system components meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group which dictates how close the propane tank is located to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks which contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent rules are implemented to make the jobsite very safe for the workers and those others who are nearby.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the name, the address, the supplier of the container, and or the tanks trade name, be marked on the propane container. The capacity of the container is to be listed with the following details: pounds or gallons of fuel, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Additionally, details regarding whether or not the container is designed for installation underground or above ground is also visible. These markings should be on a metal plate connected to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that each and every tank should 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 that require welding are regulated by OSHA. Repair workers and tank owners need to be familiar with regulatory codes and standards that the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any system part that is subject to internal pressure must first follow these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is just permitted on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.
The OSHA works hard to make certain that those who work with lift trucks and nearby are kept safe. They have stringent regulations and training procedures in place in order to make sure that these industrial machinery and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is essential that companies follow their rules and steep fines can happen if they are not adhered to.