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LPG Cylinder Handling

SOP · SOP-60241

  • Version 3
  • Miscellaneous
  • Reads on any phone

The LPG Cylinder Handling Safe Operating Procedure (SOP) is a resource for businesses managing LPG cylinders. It outlines a step-by-step process to safely handle LPG cylinders, supporting compliance with safety regulations and reducing workplace risks.

It covers the hazards, precautions and operator training, tank transport, work area, tank storage, step-by-step operation, maintenance and shutdown, and includes an employee training and induction register.

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LPG Cylinder Handling

SOPVersion 3

Acronyms

  • LOTO - Lockout/Tagout.

  • PPE - Personal Protective Equipment.

  • SOP - Safe Operating Procedure.

  • LPG – Liquid Petroleum Gas.

Hazards

What can cause harm?

  • Liquified gas

  • Hazardous atmosphere

  • Gas under pressure

  • Chemical spill/accidental release

  • Explosion

  • Manual Handling

Personal protective equipment

  • Foot Protection
  • Eye Protection
  • Hand Protection

Consult SDS sheet

Tank transport

  • Main tank valves are tightly closed

  • There is no leakage from the main valve area

  • The tank's total weight should not exceed 550 lb/250 kg

  • Tanks are secured in an upright position; apply at least two horizontal straps

  • Tanks cannot be struck by other objects (e.g., loose tools and materials)

  • Tanks are always removed from the vehicle before the gas is used

  • At least one dry-powder fire extinguisher is fitted in the driver's cabin.

7 more sections, from Precautions to Employee training and induction register

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What it covers

11 sections

  1. Hazards
  2. Personal protective equipment
  3. Tank transport
  4. Precautions
  5. Work area
  6. Tank storage
  7. Operation
  8. Maintenance
  9. Shutdown / after use
  10. Employee training and induction register

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