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A sign explaining safe handling procedures for LPG should be posted near all LPG appliances.
This sign should indicate the following: ✔✔ -how to connect all regulators, manifolds, and
hoses to containers and appliances
-how to detect LPG leaks safely
-how to start up and shut down the appliance and related equipment
-the names, address, and telephone number of a local supplier
-emergency number; 911
Handling and use of compressed natural gas (CNG) ✔✔ -any single CNG container must not
exceed 381 SCF
Checking for leaks ✔✔ -Any defective components that are discovered that are discovered must
be marked and be replaced before the equipment may be used again
-C of F holder must not attempt to do any repairs, but only take the equipment out of service
- most leaks occur at the top of the gas container in areas such as the valve threads, pressure
safely device, valve stem and valve outlet
How leaks should be checked and with what? ✔✔ -these areas must be checked using soap and
water solution
-NEVER CHECK FOR LEAKS WITH A MATCH
-first make sure all connections are tight
-then open the container valve
,-each connection is checked by brushing or spraying a soap and water mixture on the
connection
-the connection should be checked to see if any air bubbles are present
-if no air bubbles are visible there is no leak***
-However, if bubbles are present there may be a problem with the connection
-the suspected fittings should be disconnected and cleaned
-then the connection is tightened and the checking procedure is repeated
-if the bubbles are still visible, there is a problem with the connection
-the fittings should be repaired or replaced before the equipment is used again
-a light flame (for example, a match) should never be used when checking a connection for a
leak
-occasionally, ice or moisture may build up on the regulator
-icy build-up indicates that the compressed gas is leaving the gas container in a liquid state
-this is caused by a dangerous defect in the gas container
-if ice build up on appliance or connectors, shut off the main control valve of the fuel container,
take it out of service and return it to the supplier immediately
-if the ice build-up is on the gas container itself or its control valve, call 911 ASAP
Fire extinguisher Tags ✔✔ -installed portable fire extinguishers must have a PFE tag affixed
-this tag will have important information about the extinguisher
-new standard PFE tags will begin getting placed at premises starting in October 2018
-by October of 2019, all portable fire extinguishers must have the new PFE tags
Portable fire extinguisher inspections ✔✔ -done monthly
-must be kept in good working order at all times
-monthly inspection is called a quick check (extinguisher fuller charged, designated place? it has
not been actuated or tampered with, there is no obvious or physical damage or condition to
prevent operation)
Annual Fire extinguisher check ✔✔ at least annually, all portable fire extinguishers must be
checked by a W-96 C of F holder from FDNY approved company
-after each annual inspection W-96 C o F holder will replace the PFE tag
,-the information of the annual inspection record must be indicated on the new PFE tag
Workers should never wear... ✔✔ clothing with pockets or cuffs should not be worn while
working because sparks or slag might catch in the cuffs or pockets
G-60 ✔✔ Use of oxygen and flammable gasses, or LPG or CNG for any hot work
COF exception ✔✔ Torch operations for jewelry
FDNY permit ✔✔ Storing using or handling
oxygen and flammable gas
in excess of 400scf (LPG, CNG or scetylene)
oxidizing gass in excess of 504scf
Portable LPG must not be stored when the capacity of the container is greater than? ✔✔ 16.4
oz
Portable CNG containers must not be stored then the capacity is greater than? ✔✔ 8.7 SCF
Single standard portable LPG containers must not exceed? ✔✔ 100LBs in weight
Single CNG containers must not exceed? ✔✔ 381 SCF
LPG
400 SCF is approximately ✔✔ 47 lbs
Types of FDNY permits ✔✔ Site specific permits
, City wide permits
Transportation permits
Site specific permit can be? ✔✔ Can be permenant or temperary
Permanent permits are valid for how long? ✔✔ 12 months only.
Permits and renewals require inspection and will expire adter twelve months.
Temporary permits may be valid from? ✔✔ One day to 12 months depending on the
construction or operations needed.
City wise permit duration? ✔✔ 30 days
Hazards out end of day
Quantity of hazardous material being stored(maximum)? ✔✔ 5 gals gasoline
250 gals of flammable
300 gals combustible liquid
Transportation permit ✔✔ FDNY approved inspected displayed on vehicle
Hot work authorization. ✔✔ Required for any project with hot work operation but not issued
by the FDNY
Responsible person ✔✔ Must be available for inspection by any representative of fire
department during and 48 hours after the work is complete.
Fire guard ✔✔ Cof holder who is trained in and responsible for maintaijjng a fire watch.
Fire watch ✔✔ Survailance of an area