static electricity and propane tanks

[memyselfandI]

Where i work we have an above ground propane tank that they use to fill the tanks for fork lifts. I have a problem with them pulling right up to the tank and connecting the filler hose directly to the tank on the fork lift without connecting some type of static discharge connection to the forklift. Is there anywhere that i can reference a procedure for this, or is it even required? i could sure use some help on this one.

 

[petersonra]

I am more concerned with them pulling a fork lift into what probably should be a classified area.

 

[kc8dxx]

I have seen warnings and cautions written up for transferring liquids between containers, where the liquid and container properties can cause static buildup. Can't quite put my finger on where I saw them. C&H Distributers has grounding wires for use with metal container transfer of flammables. I remember seeing similar things for plastic containers. I suspect a more thorough look using our friend, Google, will turn up more products, and more importantly, references to OSHA standards that can be used to create a procedure.

 

[muskiedog]

NFPA 58 should help.

NFPA 58 should help.

Here is a link to the free review site for NFPA.

http://www.nfpa.org/aboutthecodes/AboutTheCodes.asp?DocNum=58

 

[don_resqcapt19]

Bob,

I am more concerned with them pulling a fork lift into what probably should be a classified area.

How is that different then driving your car into the classified area to fill its gas tank?
Don

 

[don_resqcapt19]

I have a problem with them pulling right up to the tank and connecting the filler hose directly to the tank on the fork lift without connecting some type of static discharge connection to the forklift

The valve is closed when the connection is made, and the hose should be a conductive hose that will provide for static elimination.
Don

 

[memyselfandI]

I took everyone advice and went to the OSHA web site and found this

1910.110(b)(17)(iv)
Since liquefied petroleum gas is contained in a closed system of piping and equipment, the system need not be electrically conductive or electrically bonded for protection against static electricity.

So that answers my question. Thanks people for the help