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Propane Tank Regulations

The gas container, liquefied petroleum system or LP 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 components have to undergo recognized laboratory testing. The correct laboratory approval proves that the system parts meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.



Tank Location

The organization OSHA determines how close the propane tank could be mounted in relation to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks containing flammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These stringent regulations are implemented to make the jobsite very safe for the workers 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 container capacity is listed in gallons or pounds, square foot outside surface, pressure and fill level. Moreover, information about whether or not the container is made to be installed above ground or underground is also visible. These markings have to be on a metal plate attached to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that each tank should be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in order to be considered ready and safe to utilize.



Tank Modifications and Repairs

OSHA also regulates any maintenance to the LP systems, like welding. The personnel performing repairs and the tank owners should understand the standards and regulatory codes that the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any component of the system that is subject to internal pressure needs to first comply with these fabrication codes. Any other kind of welding is only allowed on lugs, brackets or saddle plates.



OSHA has worked hard to make certain that people working with forklifts and those working in the vicinity of lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have stringent rules and training procedures in place in order to make sure that these industrial machinery and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is really vital that companies follow their rules and steep fines can happen if they are not followed.

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