Propane Tank Rules
The LP or liquid petroleum system style gas container is an OSHA term which refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. The agency needs specific parts depending upon the capacity of the tank. These individual components need to undergo recognized laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval would show that the system parts meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the organization who dictates how close the propane tank is located to ignitable materials, to buildings, to tanks which contain inflammable liquids, cutting torches and welders. These stringent rules are in place to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the workers and those others who are in the vicinity.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems have to be marked with the name and the address of the container supplier, or tank trade name. The container capacity is listed in gallons or pounds, square foot outside surface, pressure and fill level. In addition, information about whether or not the container is designed for installation above ground or underground is also visible. These markings should be on a metal plate attached somewhere noticeable to the container. OSHA requires that every tank has to 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, like welding. The workers performing repairs and the tank owners must understand the regulatory codes and standards which the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any part of the system that is subject to internal pressure has to first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other type of welding is only permitted on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
OSHA has worked hard to ensure that people working with forklifts and those 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 sure that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is important that businesses follow their rules and steep fines can occur if they are not followed.