Propane in Construction
The Propane in Construction training program is designed to provide the information and hands-on practice necessary for construction workers to be able to safely connect, activate, and disconnect propane-powered construction heaters and hand-held torches of less than 400,000 Btu/h.
Duration
3-4 hours
Course Topics
Characteristics of propane
Hazards
Personal protective equipment
First aid measures
Propane fire safety
Inspection of propane tanks
Safe handling
Transporting propane tanks
Proper storage of propane tanks
- Connection, activation, and disconnection of heaters and torches of less than 400,000 Btu/h
Who Requires this Training
This training is aimed at workers who are required to connect, activate, or disconnect propane construction heaters or hand-held torches of less than 400,000 Btu/h.
Legislation
This course satisfies the regulatory requirements of the most current CAN/CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code and the CAN/CSA-B149.2 Propane Storage and Handling Code.
Course Benefits
This training equips participants to safely operate propane construction heaters and torches of less than 400,000 Btu/h.