Propane Tank Rules
The LP or liquid petroleum system style gas container is an OSHA term which refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, fittings and valves. The agency needs certain components depending upon the capacity of the tank. These individual components must go trough standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval would prove that the system components meet pressure, thickness and construction 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, cutting torches and welders. These stringent regulations are in place to make the jobsite really safe for the employees and other people who are nearby.
Nameplate Marks
Liquefied Propane systems have to be marked with the name and the address of the supplier of the container, or tank trade name. The capacity of the container 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 underground or above ground is also visible. These markings need to be on a metal plate attached to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that every tank needs to be marked by the Pressure Vessel Inspectors and National Board of Boiler so as to be considered ready and safe to use.
Tank Repairs and Modifications
Any maintenance to LP systems which require 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 component of the system which is subject to internal pressure should first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is only allowed on brakctes, saddle plates or lugs.
The OSHA works hard to make sure that people who work with forklifts and nearby are kept safe. They have strict regulations and training procedures 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 vital that businesses follow their rules and steep fines could happen if they are not followed.