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Budget Propane Ontario on Propane Safety

Posted by James Callow on Tue, Nov 13, 2012 @ 01:02 PM

Budget Propane Ontario is the leading supplier of propane fuel in central OntarioWhen properly handled, propane is one of the safest fuel sources on the market. This overview of propane safety outlines what to look out for.

  • Human Exposure: Propane gas is non-toxic to humans and pets. However, the gas can present some danger in an enclosed room. Leaking propane can displace oxygen in a small room and put nearby residents at risk for asphyxiation. That’s why large propane tanks should never be stored indoors. Contact Budget Propane Ontario for more information on safe tank storage.
  • Tank Quality: Propane safety often depends on the quality of the tank used to transport and store the gas. Typically, tanks are kept clean and in good working condition by propane suppliers. However, you should still keep an eye out for signs of rust and corrosion. A corroded tank is a severe leak risk and should quickly be returned to the propane company.
  • Overfill Risks: In the past, overfilled propane tanks posed as serious risk to propane tank users. Thankfully, new regulations have made these dangers a thing of the past. Modern propane tanks are equipped with triangle-shaped overfill prevention device (OPD) valve—avoid using a tank if the valve is circle-shaped or does not bear the OPD safety mark.
  • Proper Storage: Careful tank storage is an important part of proper propane handling. Tanks should never be stored in an enclosed area or near any possible ignition sources. Keep propane tanks away from large heat sources like ovens and water heaters too.

Get in touch with Budget Propane Ontario at  1 888 405.7777  if you have additional questions about propane safety. Our family-owned company always puts customers first, and we’ll be happy to answer your questions. You can also learn more about propane from our online FAQs.

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