Basic Training Information for Liquid Petroleum Gas
Liquefied petroleum gas has 90 percent propane and has no colour or smell. This fuel, also called LPG, derives from natural gas. LPG is extracted using a process referred to as distilling.
Considerations
Liquid petroleum gas must be handled with care. Even though it is generally considered safe, it could result in an explosion or fire if the gas lines are not maintained or have not been correctly installed. Proper maintenance and installation guidelines must be followed for home appliances which use LPG.
Prevention
To ensure safe handling, personnel who work with liquid petroleum gas directly should undertake training. The handling and refueling procedures have to be carefully followed. Personnel must also be taught how to recognize dangers like damaged hoses or loose fittings, and how to test for potential leaks. Personal protective gear must always be worn when working with LPG.
Emergency Preparation
Potentially, the liquid petroleum gas is dangerous. The personnel in charge of handling this gas have to be trained and prepared to respond to emergencies. Trainees will be taught how to administer first aid, how to evacuate areas at risk, and how to control gas leaks.
Different Sizes of LP Gas Tanks
Liquid Petroleum Gas tanks will vary in size from small tanks the size of a knapsack all the way to large underground tanks. Liquid petroleum Gas is really useful for cooking and heating for both commercial and residential applications. Many lift truck models are powered by LPG. Around 350,000 vehicles in the United States and 3.5 million motor vehicles all over the globe use liquid petroleum gas tanks.
33 Gallons
The 33-gallon gas tank delivers fuel to commercial grade machinery. The empty tank weighs about 7 kilograms. When full, the tank can have 14 kilograms of propane. It is designed to fuel forklifts with LPG engines and is large enough for industrial application. The tank is 71 centimeters long with a 30-centimeter diameter.