Propane Tank Rules
The gas container, liquefied petroleum system or LP system is a collective term by OSHA which refers to the piping, regulators, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. Depending on the tank capacity, the agency needs specific components. These individual components need to go trough standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval shows that the system parts meet thickness, construction and pressure standards.
Tank Location
The organization OSHA determines how near the propane tank can be mounted in relation to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks that contain flammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict regulations are in place to make the jobsite really safe for the employees and those others who are nearby.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems have to be marked with the address and the name of the container supplier, or tank brand name. The container capacity is listed in gallons or pounds, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Furthermore, information about whether or not the container is designed to be installed underground or above ground is also visible. These markings have to be on a metal plate connected somewhere visible 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 repairs to the LP systems, such as welding. The personnel performing repairs and the tank owners should know the standards and regulatory codes which the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any part of the system which is subject to internal pressure should first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is only permitted on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.
OSHA has worked hard to ensure that individuals 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 in order to make sure that these industrial machines and their repair processes are handled with respect and as safe as possible. It is important that businesses follow their rules and steep fines could occur if they are not adhered to.