Common LPG And Petroleum Hazards And How They Can Be Prevented

Author: Sudarshan Chandrasekhar

With the rise in the use of LPG, there is an increased need for awareness of safe usage of the gas. Whether you use LPG or other petroleum products for home use or commercial use, LPG storage tank manufacturers in India will give you guidelines on potential hazards. You need to be aware of these common hazards to prevent accidents and even, major catastrophes.

Hazard #1 Poisoning due to inhalation of LPG

LPG, if inhaled, can deprive your lungs of oxygen and lead to serious health conditions. Inhalation of LPG can cause headaches, vomiting, nose irritation, dizziness and even loss of consciousness. If the inhalation happens in high concentration and in environments with poor ventilation, choking or even death can take place.

Hazard #2 Fire

If more than 2% of LPG gets mixed in the air, it can catch fire. Here are some of the likely cause of fires due to LPG:

  • Improper handling of LPG due to faulty gas knob valves and continued use of old gas regulators
  • Damaged O-rings
  • Placing inflammable fuels closer to LPG

Hazard #3 Tube Explosion

A tube explosion can take place if the pressure of the LPG tank rises beyond the safety level. Fire can also lead to an explosion of the LPG tank.

Hazard #4 Empty LPG vessels

Once an LPG vessel is emptied, the safety precautions for handling the vessels should continue to be the same as a filled vessel. The reason is, there will still be traces of LPG in the vessel even after emptying the vessel which can be dangerous.

How to prevent LPG and petroleum hazards?

Below are a few safety tips by petroleum storage tank manufacturer for prevention of LPG and petroleum hazards:

  1. Keep LPG cylinders in a well-ventilated space.
  2. If there is an LPG leakage in the house, turn off the flow of gas from the gas valve.
  3. Install a fire extinguisher and learn how to use it.
  4. Do not place LPG bottles near heat-generating devices or keep the bottle exposed to direct sunlight.
  5. Perform regular maintenance of LPG stove at home. Commercial spaces should carry out scheduled maintenance of LPG plants. Maintenance ensures that faulty equipment is replaced on time and a potential hazard is avoided.
  6. Identify a gas leakage on time by installing a gas detector that can set off an alarm to alert people at home or in an office/industrial space.
  7. Do not connect LPG appliances to LPG source if you are not aware of steps to safely get it done. Call professionals to help you with the LPG connections.
  8. Don’t throw away the safety cap that comes with the LPG cylinder. If there is a leak, the safety cap can be used to prevent gas leakage.
  9. In case of a leak, turn off all appliances that can create a spark and lead to ignition.

If you are looking for petroleum storage tank manufacturers and LPG tanker manufacturers in India who can help you with safe usage of LPG and petroleum products, you can connect with the experts at AEPL. For more details, contact 1800 266 6936