TCM LP Forklifts San Francisco

Propane Tank Regulations

The gas container, LP System or liquefied petroleum system is a collective term by OSHA that refers to the piping, regulators, hoses, regulators, valves and fittings. Depending on the tank capacity, the agency needs certain components. These individual parts should go trough recognized laboratory testing. The right laboratory approval proves that the system components meet pressure, thickness and construction standards.



Tank Location

The OSHA is the group which dictates how close the propane tank is located to buildings, to ignitable materials, to tanks which contain inflammable liquids, welders and cutting torches. These strict regulations are in place to make the jobsite as safe as possible for the workers and those others who are in the vicinity.



Nameplate Marks

LP systems require that the name, the address, the container supplier, and or the tanks trade name, be marked on the propane container. The capacity of the container is to be listed with the following details: pounds or gallons of fuel, square foot outside surface, fill level, and pressure. Furthermore, details regarding whether or not the container is made for installation underground or above ground is also visible. These markings have to be on a metal plate connected to the container somewhere visible. OSHA requires that each and every tank should be marked by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors in order to be considered ready and safe to use.



Tank Repairs and Modifications

OSHA also regulates any type of repairs to the LP systems, such as welding. The personnel performing repairs and the tank owners must understand the standards and regulatory codes which the tanks were made. Welding repairs to any part of the system which is subject to internal pressure has to first comply with these fabrication codes. Other welding is only permitted on saddle plates, lugs or brackets.



OSHA has worked hard to make certain that individuals working with forklifts and those working nearby lift trucks are kept as safe as possible. They have strict regulations and training procedures in place in order to make sure that these industrial equipment and their repair processes are handled as safe as possible and with respect. It is essential that businesses follow their rules and steep fines can occur if they are not followed.

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