Safety inspection Some technicians may do a safety inspection both inside and outside of the home. Many technicians use a program that PERC provides, called Gas Check (Download document at: propanecouncil.org or see below), while other technicians use their own version. This is a voluntary inspection that technicians are not required to do. Inspection of the outside includes: • Complete a gas check • Inspect the container, piping, regulator • Make sure everything is working properly Inspection of the inside includes: Appliance gas check Check pilot lights and appliances Make sure everything visible during the inspection is working properly Flatow suggests that technicians inquire from the customer if anyone has worked on the system previously such as capping the lines, removing appliances or anything that is critical for the technician to know. Training Training for propane transportation and delivery is heavily regulated and often requires refresher training. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and DOT all require that people who transport and handle propane must be trained. Additionally, various states require by law that propane marketers need to be CETP (Certified Employee Training Program) trained. Technicians who fill tanks will need proper training from PERC’s CETP and other resources to ensure they understand the dynamics of the vehicle they’re driving and how to drive it safely. Advice One last word of advice from Flatow, since even technicians are customers, is that “Bobtail drivers have a challenging time getting to the customer's tank in the winter; if customers can clear a path, clear snow and ice off tank and regulator, without exerting themselves, this is helpful for the propane operator to better serve that customer.” Drivers and homeowners can never be too careful when it comes to the delivery of oproppane—maintaining standards, best practices and safety procedures mentioned in this article is crucial to the success of the business and relationship with customers. ICM Gas System Check Account Number: Name: Address: City: State: ZIP: Telephone (Work): (Home): Invoice Number: Date: Company Branch: Call Taken By: Disclaimer: This inspection covers gas distribution system equipment visible and readily accessible to the service technician and represents the conditions existing on the date of inspection. It does not cover latent or manufacturing defects, the internal workings of sealed equipment, or structural components, and cannot be construed to cover future or unforeseen happenings. Container Check Size Serial# Manufacturer Pressure Test Was a pressure test conducted? Yes h No h If yes, provide information below. Test Stage Location Starting Pressure (psi) Ending Pressure (psi) Start Time End Time System Leak Check Test Stage Location Starting Pressure (psi or w.c.) Ending Pressure (psi or w.c.) Start Time End Time Regulator Check Test Stage Location Vent Position (circle one) Flow Pressure (psi or w.c.) Lock Up (psi or w.c.) correct incorrect correct incorrect correct incorrect Installation Review Yes No Yes No Safety information and materials provided to customer h h Container(s) distance requirements are met h h Container(s) condition is suitable for continued service h h Cathodic protection provided and documented h h per company policy (if applicable) Regulator(s) distance requirements are met h h Exterior gas piping is suitable for continued service h h Dielectric isolation installed according to code h h for metallic pipe or tubing (if applicable) I, certify that I have completed the system check and installation review as described above. Service Technician (Printed Name) / / Service Technician (Signature) Date Customer Acknowledgement: I understand a system check and installation review has been completed on my gas system as described above. I also acknowledge that the individual performing the Gas System Check informed me of the procedure and the outcome of the inspection; what was covered by the inspection and what was not covered; what repairs and/or alterations, if any, were made to the gas system or appliances; and options available for making recommended changes to my gas system. I further acknowledge, by initialing each of the following items, that: _______ I have informed the service technician of all gas-burning appliances and gas lines on my property. _______ I have smelled the propane gas and can detect its odor. _______ I have been told what to do if I smell a gas odor or otherwise suspect a gas leak and have been shown how to turn the gas off at the container. _______ I have been told that the odorant giving propane its distinctive smell can fade or diminish in intensity and that certain physical limitations or conditions might prevent me from smelling a gas leak. _______ I have been told to consider installing one or more propane gas detectors listed by Underwriters Laboratories. _______ I have received safety information and been told to read it and share it with all family members. _______ I am satisfied with the service work performed. I, have read and fully understand this certification. Customer and/or Tenant (Printed Name) / / Customer and/or Tenant (Signature) Date Repairs Completed: Recommended Actions (if applicable): 8 ICM/March/April 2017
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