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LPG ship safety

time2012/07/12

Installation
Licensed to install the LPG system should do the initial installation on board. The U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. ship and yacht clubs and other organizations to establish standards and guidelines of the LPG system, including design, installation and maintenance of vessels.

Leakage
Leakage is a serious concern on the use of LPG vessels. LPG is heavier than air, the "waterfall" to solve in low areas, it can linger for some time. LPG can be as high as 2-10% of low concentration to ignite the explosives. LPG ship systems should be checked regularly for leaks. "Bubble test", involves all valves and joints, rubber hoses, Cylinders was opened, but when the furnace was shut down along the total length of soapy water to scrub. If any gas leak from these areas, the bubbles will be formed from the leakage point. Affected areas should be replaced or professional services. The fuse can be installed gas detection inside the stove and other areas of the bubble test is unrealistic to leak. Licensed professionals, should repair indoor leaks.

Storage
Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) is highly flammable, pressure and density than air, it is considered dangerous than gasoline or diesel. It should be noted that the storage of liquefied petroleum Gas Cylinders . They should be stored upright to solve in order to minimize the risk of valve leakage. Cylinders and regulators should be in the space above the deck, you can filter any leakage at the side. The cylinder should be at least 39 inches (1 meter) from the vent or port vulnerabilities. Lockers should be well ventilated, the heat or direct sunlight and solid enough to guarantee the collision cylinders.