Propane Tank Regulations
The liquid petroleum or LP system style gas container is an OSHA term that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. The agency needs particular components depending upon the capacity of the tank. These individual parts must undergo standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval will show that the system parts meet thickness, construction and pressure standards.
Tank Location
The organization OSHA determines how close the propane tank can be mounted in relation to ignitable materials, to buildings, to tanks that contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent rules are in place to make the jobsite really safe for the workers and other people who are in the vicinity.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems need to be marked with the address and the name of the supplier of the container, or tank brand name. The container capacity is listed in pounds or gallons, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. In addition, information regarding whether or not the container is designed for installation underground or above ground is also visible. These markings have to be on a metal plate attached somewhere noticeable to the container. OSHA requires that each tank has to be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors so as to be considered safe and ready to utilize.
Tank Modifications and Repairs
Any repairs to LP systems which need welding are regulated by OSHA. Repair personnel and tank owners have to know the standards and regulatory codes that the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any part of the system that is subject to internal pressure has to first follow these fabrication codes. Any other type of welding is only allowed on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
The OSHA works hard to ensure that people who work with lift trucks and in their vicinity are kept safe. They have stringent rules and training procedures in place so as to make certain that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is very vital that businesses follow their rules and steep fines could happen if they are not followed.