Basic Training Information for LPG
LPG or liquefied petroleum gas is a fuel that contains 90 percent propane and has no smell or color. It is derived from natural gas. Liquid Petroleum Gas is extracted using a method called distilling.
Considerations
Liquid Petroleum Gas fuel needs to be carefully handled. It is normally safe, but can lead to a fire or explosion if gas lines are wrongly installed or maintained. Proper installation and maintenance guidelines should be followed for home appliances which use LPG.
Prevention
To ensure safe handling, personnel who work with LPG directly must undergo training. The refueling procedures and handling need to be carefully followed. Employees must also be taught 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 LPG.
Emergency Preparation
LPG is a potentially volatile gas. Employees handling liquid petroleum gas should be taught to respond properly to emergencies. Trainees will be taught how to evacuate places at risk, how to control gas leaks and how to administer first aid.
Various Sizes of LP Gas Tanks
LPG tanks will vary in size from small tanks the size of a backpack all the way to big underground tanks. Liquid petroleum Gas is very useful for heating and cooking for both residential and commercial applications. A lot of forklift units are powered by liquid petroleum gas. Roughly 350,000 U.S. motor vehicles and 3.5 million motor vehicles all around the world use LPG tanks.
33 Gallons
The 33-gallon gas tank delivers fuel to commercial grade machines. The empty tank weighs approximately 7 kilograms. When full, the tank could have 14 kilograms of propane. It is big enough for industrial application, and is designed to fuel forklifts with LPG engines. The tank has a 30 centimeter diameter and is 71 centimeters long.