What action is proper if a regulator or hose is damaged during dispensing?

What action is proper if a regulator or hose is damaged during dispensing?

• A. Do not use it; tag out, isolate, replace with approved equipment.
• B. Continue using after minor adjustments.
• C. Use tape to cover the damage and proceed.
• D. Notify a supervisor and keep using the equipment.

Answer: (C)

Damage to a regulator or hose creates a propane leak hazard that could lead to a fire or explosion, so you treat it as out of service right away. Stop dispensing, close the valves, depressurize the line, and tag the equipment out to prevent use. Remove it from service and replace it with approved, undamaged equipment before resuming. Do not try to repair or cover the damage with tape or any makeshift fix—tape cannot seal leaks and can conceal a dangerous condition. After tagging out, notify a supervisor and follow the facility’s procedures for replacing the equipment, and ensure the area is ventilated and free of ignition sources.

Damage to a regulator or hose creates a propane leak hazard that could lead to a fire or explosion, so you treat it as out of service right away. Stop dispensing, close the valves, depressurize the line, and tag the equipment out to prevent use. Remove it from service and replace it with approved, undamaged equipment before resuming. Do not try to repair or cover the damage with tape or any makeshift fix—tape cannot seal leaks and can conceal a dangerous condition. After tagging out, notify a supervisor and follow the facility’s procedures for replacing the equipment, and ensure the area is ventilated and free of ignition sources.