Doosan LP Forklifts San Diego

Basic Training Information for LPG

Liquid Petroleum Gas or LPG is a fuel which contains 90 percent propane and has no smell or color. It is derived from natural gas. Liquid Petroleum Gas is extracted utilizing a process known as distilling.



Considerations

Liquid Petroleum Gas fuel has to be carefully handled. It is normally safe, but could cause a fire or explosion if gas lines are wrongly maintained or installed. Proper installation and maintenance guidelines should always be followed for home appliances that utilize LPG.



Prevention

To guarantee safe handling, employees who work with liquid petroleum gas directly should undertake training. The refueling procedures and handling have to be followed carefully. Employees must also learn how to recognize hazards like damaged hoses or loose fittings, and how to test for possible leaks. Personal protective gear should be worn when working with LPG.



Emergency Preparation

Potentially, the LPG gas is dangerous. The employees in charge of handling this gas have to be taught and prepared to respond to emergencies. Trainees will learn 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 large underground tanks. LPG is very useful for heating and cooking for both commercial and residential applications. Many lift truck models are powered by LPG. Around 350,000 vehicles in the US and 3.5 million vehicles globally use liquid petroleum gas tanks.



33 Gallons

The 33-gallon gas tank delivers fuel to commercial grade machinery. The empty tank weighs roughly 7 kilograms. When full, the tank can hold 14 kilograms of propane. It is designed to fuel forklifts with LPG engines and is big enough for industrial use. The tank has a 30 centimeter diameter and is 71 centimeters long.

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