Basic Training Information for LPG
LPG or liquefied petroleum gas is a odorless and colorless fuel derived from natural gas. LPG contains 90 percent propane. It is extracted in a method known as distilling.

Considerations
LPG gas must be handled with care to avoid possible explosions and fires that take place with the incorrect maintenance or installation of gas lines. LPG domestic appliances require correct maintenance and installation to prevent mishaps.

Prevention
For anybody working directly with LPG, accident prevention training is vital. Included in training must be correct ways for refueling and ways for testing for leaks. Training must also consist of knowing how to wear personal protective gear and being alert to dangers such as damaged hoses or loose fittings.

Emergency Preparation
LPG can be a volatile fuel, so employees must be familiar with emergency measures in the event of explosions and fires. Training should involve first aid, evacuation and gas leak control.

Fuel Storage
Storage of tanks - whether a large refueling tank or a small fuel canister - must be at a secure location a safe distance from any building. "No Smoking" warnings should be posted. To make sure that tanks are only accessed by authorized employees, the tanks must be locked in a safe enclosure which is designed to be protected from vehicle impact. Concrete bumpers or other retaining systems are better. The fueling station should have an accessible fire extinguisher. Only those trained to operate the fueling station must be permitted to do so. Personnel also must be trained to use the fire extinguisher.

Operator Training
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration states that anyone operating a forklift should undergo a training course consisting of both in-class and practical, hands-on training. Trainees would be tested to make certain that they know the safety issues associated in forklift operation.