Propane Tank Regulations
The LP or liquid petroleum system style gas container is an OSHA term that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. The agency requires specific parts depending upon the capacity of the tank. These individual components must go trough standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval proves that the system parts meet thickness, construction and pressure standards.
Tank Location
The organization OSHA determines how near the propane tank can be mounted in relation to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks containing flammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent regulations are implemented to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the workers 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 capacity of the container is listed in pounds or gallons, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. In addition, details about whether or not the container is designed for installation above ground or underground is also visible. These markings have to be on a metal plate connected somewhere noticeable to the container. OSHA requires that every tank needs to 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
Any maintenance to LP systems that require welding are regulated by OSHA. Repair personnel and tank owners have to know the regulatory codes and standards which the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any component of the system which is subject to internal pressure has to first follow these fabrication codes. Other welding is just allowed on brakctes, saddle plates or lugs.
OSHA has worked hard to ensure that people working with forklifts and those working nearby lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent rules and training procedures in place in order 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 could happen if they are not adhered to.