Basic Training Information for LPG
Liquid Petroleum Gas or LPG is a fuel that has 90 percent propane and has no smell or color. It is derived from natural gas. LPG is extracted using a method called distilling.
Considerations
Liquid petroleum gas should be handled with care. Though it is usually considered safe, it can lead to a fire or explosion if the gas lines are not maintained or have not been properly installed. Proper installation and maintenance guidelines should be followed for home appliances which utilize liquid petroleum gas.
Prevention
To ensure safe handling, personnel who work with liquid petroleum gas directly should undertake training. The refueling procedures and handling have to be followed carefully. Employees must also be taught how to recognize dangers like for example loose fittings or damaged hoses, and how to test for potential leaks. Personal protective gear must always be worn when working with LPG.
Emergency Preparation
Potentially, the LPG gas is hazardous. The employees in charge of handling this gas have to be taught and prepared to respond to emergencies. Trainees will be taught how to control gas leaks, how to administer first aid and how to evacuate places at risk.
Various Sizes of Liquid Petroleum Gas Tanks
Liquefied petroleum gas tanks vary in size from small tanks which fit in a knapsack to large underground tanks. Liquid petroleum Gas is very useful for heating and cooking for both commercial and residential applications. Numerous forklift units are powered by liquid petroleum gas. Around 350,000 motor vehicles in the United States and 3.5 million vehicles all over the globe use LPG tanks.
33 Gallons
There is a 33-gallon gas tank used to deliver liquid petroleum gas to commercial equipment. When empty, the tank weighs around 7 kilograms. When full, the tank can have 14 kilograms of propane. It is big enough for industrial application, and is designed to fuel forklifts with LPG engines. The tank is 71 centimeters long with a 30-centimeter diameter.