Propane Tank Rules
The gas container, LP System or liquefied petroleum system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. Depending on the capacity of the tank, the agency needs particular parts. These individual components need to go trough standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval shows that the system parts meet thickness, construction and pressure standards.
Tank Location
The organization OSHA determines how near the propane tank could be mounted in relation to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks containing flammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict rules are implemented to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the employees and those others who are in the vicinity.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems need to be marked with the name and the address of the container supplier, or tank trade name. The container capacity is listed in pounds or gallons, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Additionally, information about whether or not the container is made to be installed underground or above ground is also visible. These markings have to be on a metal plate connected somewhere visible to the container. OSHA requires that each 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
OSHA also regulates any kind of repairs to the LP systems, like welding. The personnel performing repairs and the tank owners must know the standards and regulatory codes which the tanks were made. 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 those working with lift trucks and people working nearby lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent rules and training procedures in place so as to make certain that these industrial machinery and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is essential that businesses follow their rules and steep fines can happen if they are not adhered to.