Basic Training Information for Liquid Petroleum Gas
LPG or liquefied petroleum gas is a fuel that has 90 percent propane and has no smell or color. It is derived from natural gas. LPG is extracted utilizing a method known as distilling.
Considerations
Liquid petroleum gas should be handled carefully. Even if 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. Correct maintenance and installation guidelines must be followed for home appliances which use liquid petroleum gas.
Prevention
Personnel who work directly with LPG should undertake training in accident prevention to ensure safe handling. There are refueling procedures which must be carefully followed. Personnel should also learn how to recognize dangers such as damaged hoses or loose fittings, and how to test for possible leaks. Personal protective gear must always be worn when working with liquid petroleum gas.
Emergency Preparation
Potentially, the LPG gas is dangerous. The personnel in charge of handling this gas need to be trained and prepared to respond to emergencies. Trainees would learn how to evacuate places at risk, how to control gas leaks and how to administer first aid.
Various Sizes of Liquid Petroleum Gas Tanks
LPG tanks will range 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 residential and commercial applications. Many forklift models are powered by liquid petroleum gas. Roughly 350,000 U.S. motor vehicles and 3.5 million vehicles globally utilize LPG 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 could have 14 kilograms of propane. It is large 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.