Safe Storage of LPG on Site

Mandatory - Must be applied at all locations

• Flammable gases stored on site increases our risk of fire and explosion. To comply with CDM, The Joint Code of Practice and HSG 168 the following must be followed.
• Location – subject to constraints of site as follows:
• Avoid storing within 10m of a building or boundary fence, but never closer than 4m
• DO NOT store within 20m of a timber frame building under construction
• Avoid storing on the roof
• DO NOT store inside a building
• DO locate on a hard standing or compacted ground
• DO locate in the open, well-ventilated area and in a secured cage
• DO protect from direct sunlight
• General storage requirements as follows:
• DO NOT store combustible materials within 4m of LPG storage.
• DO NOT store other materials or products inside cage.
• DO NOT store cylinders on top of each other inside the cage.
• DO NOT store empty cylinders with full cylinders.
• Remove empty cylinders when no longer required or hold in a separate cage 4m apart.
• Always keep cylinders secured in an upright position including when in use.
• Contractors must avoid storing unused cylinders for prolonged periods of time
• Provide dry powder & foam fire extinguishers within safe retrieval distance.
• Where the above cannot be achieved please consult with your SHE advisor