Propane Tank Policies
The gas container, liquefied petroleum system or LP system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. Depending on the tank capacity, the agency needs specific components. These individual parts should go trough standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval shows that the system parts meet construction, pressure and thickness standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group that dictates how close the propane tank is situated to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks containing inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict rules are implemented to make the jobsite very safe for the employees and those others who are in close proximity.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the name, the address, the supplier of the container, 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, fill level, and pressure. Furthermore, information regarding whether or not the container is made to be installed 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 every tank should be marked by the Pressure Vessel Inspectors and National Board of Boiler in order to be considered ready and safe to utilize.
Tank Modifications and Repairs
OSHA also regulates any kind of repairs to the LP systems, such as welding. The workers performing repairs and the tank owners must understand the standards and regulatory codes which the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any system component that is subject to internal pressure should first comply with these fabrication codes. Other welding is just allowed on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
OSHA has worked hard to ensure that those working with forklifts and people working nearby forklifts are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent rules and training procedures in place in order to make certain that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is very essential that businesses follow their rules and steep fines can happen if they are not followed.