Propane Tank Regulations
The gas container, liquefied petroleum system or LP system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the piping, regulators, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. Depending on the capacity of the tank, the agency requires certain components. These individual parts should go trough recognized laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval shows that the system components meet construction, pressure and thickness standards.
Tank Location
The organization OSHA determines how near the propane tank can be mounted in relation to ignitable materials, to buildings, to tanks which contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent rules are in place to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the employees and those others who are in close proximity.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems need to be marked with the name and the address of the supplier of the container, or tank brand name. The container capacity is listed in pounds or gallons, square foot outside surface, pressure and fill level. Moreover, information regarding whether or not the container is made for installation above ground or underground is also visible. These markings must be on a metal plate connected to the container somewhere in plain sight. OSHA requires that each and every tank has to be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in order to be considered ready and safe to utilize.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
OSHA also regulates any type of repairs to the LP systems, like welding. The workers performing repairs and the tank owners should know the regulatory codes and standards that the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any system part that is subject to internal pressure must first follow these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is just permitted on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
OSHA has worked hard to make certain that those working with forklifts and individuals working in the vicinity of lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have strict training procedures and regulations in place in order to make sure that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is very important that companies follow their rules and steep fines can occur if they are not followed.