Propane Tank Rules
The gas container, LP System or liquefied petroleum system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the regulators, piping, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. Depending on the tank capacity, the agency requires particular components. These individual parts must go trough standard laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval shows that the system components meet construction, pressure and thickness standards.
Tank Location
The OSHA is the group that dictates how near the propane tank is located to ignitable materials, to buildings, to tanks that contain flammable liquids, cutting torches and welders. These stringent regulations are implemented to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the employees and other individuals who are in close proximity.
Nameplate Marks
LP systems require that the name, the address, the supplier of the container, and or the tanks trade name, be marked on the propane container. The capacity of the container is to be listed with the following information: gallons or pounds of fuel, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Furthermore, information about whether or not the container is made to be installed 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 every tank has to be marked by the Pressure Vessel Inspectors and National Board of Boiler so as to be considered safe and ready to use.
Tank Modifications and Repairs
Any kind of repairs to LP systems which need welding are regulated by OSHA. Repair personnel and tank owners need to know the standards and regulatory codes that the tanks were manufactured. Welding repairs to any component of the system that is subject to internal pressure should first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is just allowed on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.
OSHA has worked hard to make certain that those working with lift trucks and those working nearby forklifts are kept as safe as possible. They have strict training procedures and regulations in place so as to make sure that these industrial machinery and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is very important that businesses follow their rules and steep fines could occur if they are not followed.