[header] How to store a propane tank outside [title] Don't leave your tank inside or in a shed. [step] If gas were to leak, it would contaminate the area and make it dangerous. Even the spark of starting a vehicle or lawn mower could ignite a propane leak.
[header] How to store a propane tank outside [title] Don't leave your tank inside or in a shed. [step] If gas were to leak, it would contaminate the area and make it dangerous. Even the spark of starting a vehicle or lawn mower could ignite a propane leak.
[substeps] If you live in a snowy area, mark the location of your tank in case it gets buried so you can easily find it and clear away snow. [title] Store the tank in a dry, well-ventilated outdoor area. Leaving your tank in a shed in the rain not only causes a large mess, but increases chemical fire hazards. [substeps] After leaving your tank in the rain, inspect it for any dirt, insects, dead or dying plants, or small trash. [title] Wear common safety precaution-leave the tank standing inside or outside when inside. [step] Don't reach in or touch any of the bottom parts of the tank. Other types of building materials, such as concrete blocks, are highly flammable and make the propane leaking now more potentially hazardous. [substeps] If your propane tank is inside, inspect the area before leaving.