May 31st, 2023
3 mins
Following a BFFF member company raising concerns over an LPG fork lift fire, we contacted the HSE in early May and raised concerns that this issue had not been heavily publicised. The HSE outlined ongoing investigations and assured us of an imminent HSE Safety notice which is now available.
The notice is aimed at anyone responsible operating, supplying, inspecting or maintaining LPG powered forklift trucks.
The action for companies and operators includes:
- Review your safe system of work in relation to the use of all LPG powered lift trucks and similar vehicles
- provide information, instruction and training for all operators about the hazards raised in this alert
- park LPG vehicles in well ventilated areas free from flammable material, particularly when parking overnight or for longer periods
If you are presented with an LPG powered truck with a starting problem:
- do NOT follow the normal starting procedure
- isolate the LPG supply by closing the shut off valve
- ensure that the area is well ventilated
- disconnect the battery
- release LPG pressure trapped in the fuel supply system
- follow the manufacturer’s guidance for inspection of the LPG system
Please see link to HSE safety notice below:
LPG forklift truck fire risk – Safety bulletin – HSE
