Basic Training Information for LPG
Liquefied petroleum gas has 90 percent propane and has no smell or color. This fuel, also known as LPG, derives from natural gas. LPG is extracted using a method referred to as distilling.
Considerations
Liquid petroleum gas should be handled carefully. Even if it is normally considered safe, it can cause a fire or explosion if the gas lines are not maintained or have not been properly installed. Proper maintenance and installation guidelines must always be followed for home appliances which use LPG.
Prevention
To guarantee safe handling, personnel who work with LPG directly must undertake training. The handling and refueling procedures need to be carefully followed. Employees must also learn how to recognize hazards such as damaged hoses or loose fittings, and how to test for possible leaks. Personal protective gear must always be worn when working with LPG.
Emergency Preparation
LPG is a potentially hazardous gas. Employees handling liquid petroleum gas must be trained to respond correctly to emergencies. Trainees would be taught how to administer first aid, how to evacuate places at risk, and how to control gas leaks.
Different Sizes of LP Gas Tanks
LPG tanks would range in size from small tanks the size of a backpack all the way to big underground tanks. LPG is really useful for cooking and heating for both residential and commercial applications. A lot of forklift units are powered by liquid petroleum gas. Roughly 350,000 U.S. vehicles and 3.5 million vehicles globally utilize LPG tanks.
33 Gallons
There is a 33-gallon gas tank used to deliver LPG gas to commercial machinery. When empty, the tank weighs around 7 kilograms. When full, the tank could have 14 kilograms of propane. It is big enough for industrial application, and is designed to fuel lift trucks with LPG engines. The tank has a 30 centimeter diameter and is 71 centimeters long.