Propane Tank Policies
The liquid petroleum or LP 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 tank's capacity. These individual parts must undergo standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval would prove that the system components meet thickness, construction and pressure standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group that dictates how close the propane tank is situated to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks that contain flammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict rules are in place to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the employees and other people who are nearby.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems need to be marked with the address and the name 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, pressure and fill level. Additionally, information regarding whether or not the container is designed for installation above ground or underground is also visible. These markings must be on a metal plate attached somewhere noticeable to the container. OSHA requires that each tank should be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in order to be considered safe and ready to use.
Tank Modifications and Repairs
OSHA also regulates any kind of repairs to the LP systems, such as welding. The employees performing repairs and the tank owners must know the regulatory codes and standards which the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any system part which is subject to internal pressure must first comply with these fabrication codes. Other welding is only permitted on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.
OSHA has worked hard to make sure that those working with lift trucks and people working nearby forklifts are kept as safe as possible. They have strict training procedures and regulations in place in order to make certain that these industrial machines 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.