Propane Tank Rules
The LP or liquid petroleum system style gas container is an OSHA term which refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. The agency needs particular parts depending upon the tank's capacity. These individual components must go trough recognized laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval shows that the system components meet thickness, construction and pressure standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group which dictates how close the propane tank is located to ignitable materials, to buildings, to tanks that contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent regulations are in place to make the jobsite very safe for the employees and those others who are in the vicinity.
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: pounds or gallons of fuel, square foot outside surface, pressure and fill level. Furthermore, details about whether or not the container is made for installation above ground or underground 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 Pressure Vessel Inspectors and National Board of Boiler so as to be considered safe and ready to utilize.
Tank Modifications and Repairs
OSHA also regulates any type of repairs to the LP systems, like welding. The personnel performing repairs and the tank owners must understand the regulatory codes and standards which the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any system component that is subject to internal pressure must first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is only allowed on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.
OSHA has worked hard to make certain that people working with forklifts and those working nearby lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have strict regulations and training procedures in place in order to make sure that these industrial machines and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is essential that companies follow their rules and steep fines could happen if they are not adhered to.