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Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Bulk Plant Operations for Propane Employees

Welcome to the Basic Plant Operations course, developed by the Propane Education & Research Council in partnership with the National Propane Gas Association. This course aims to train employees who inspect and maintain DOT cylinders and ASME tanks at bulk plants. Participants will learn to identify critical components, operate supply systems, and adhere to safety regulations. By completing this course, you'll enhance your skills, improve safety awareness, and comply with industry standards, ultimately reducing accidents and fostering consumer confidence.

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Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Bulk Plant Operations for Propane Employees

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  1. INTRODUCTION Basic Plant Operations

  2. Welcome to Basic Plant Operations • PERC – the Propane Education & Research Council. • Course was developed in partnership with the National Propane Gas Association (NPGA) and others. • Industry’s commitment to promote the safe and efficient use of propane gas as a preferred energy resource.

  3. Safety Mission Safety Goals • Reduce accidents and incidents. • Improve safety awareness. • Increase consumer confidence. • Strengthen the skills and knowledge of propane employees. • Improve regulatory compliance.

  4. Who Should Take this Course This course is primarily designed to train employees who: • Inspect and fill DOT cylinders and ASME tanks at the bulk plant. • Requalify DOT cylinders. • Maintain cylinders, tanks, and bulk plant equipment and systems.

  5. Course Purpose and Objectives Purpose • Provide you with current information, practices, and procedures to safely and efficiently perform bulk plant operations tasks. After completing this course, you will be able to: • Identify the main components of a bulk plant. • Operate the Propane Liquid Supply System. • Inspect and fill DOT cylinders. • Inspect and fill vehicle mounted ASME tanks. • Requalify DOT cylinders by visual inspection. • Maintain cylinders and ASME tanks. • Unload a cargo tank motor vehicle. • Maintain bulk plant systems and equipment.

  6. Course Format Basic Plant Operations is divided into nine modules. Each module includes: • Current and accurate information, procedures, and regulations. • Learning activities to apply your knowledge. • One question “Check for Understandings.” • End-of-module quiz.

  7. Course Resources and References • American Society of Mechanical Engineers • National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – NFPA 58 – NFPA 70 • Compressed Gas Association (CGA) – CGA C-6 – CGA C-6.3

  8. Course Resources and References • Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) – 49 CFR – 40 CFR – 29 CFR – 6 CFR:

  9. Summary Some important points to remember: • This course has been developed by PERC, in collaboration with NPGA and others, to increase the level of safety and reduce accidents throughout the propane industry. • The primary audience for this course is propane bulk plant employees. • Several organizations that develop industry-wide regulations, including ASME, NFPA, CGA, and DOT are referenced.

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