Propane Tank Regulations
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 certain components depending upon the capacity of the tank. These individual parts need to undergo recognized laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval shows that the system components meet thickness, construction and pressure standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the organization which dictates how near the propane tank is located to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks that contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict rules are implemented to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the workers and those others who are nearby.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems need to be marked with the name and the address of the supplier of the container, 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, information regarding whether or not the container is made to be installed 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 each and every tank should be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors so as to be considered ready and safe to utilize.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
Any maintenance to LP systems which need welding are regulated by OSHA. Repair personnel and tank owners need to know the regulatory codes and standards that the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any system component that is subject to internal pressure should first follow these fabrication codes. Any other type of welding is just allowed on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
OSHA has worked hard to ensure that people working with lift trucks and people working in the vicinity of forklifts are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent regulations and training procedures in place so as to make certain that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is important that companies follow their rules and steep fines can occur if they are not adhered to.