• Do use an adjustable pilot with complete shut off valve.

• Do use a torch stand to direct flame upwards when not in use.

• Do use an adjustable, UL Listed, regulator with the torch.

• Do be sure that the torching equipment is in proper working order at all times.

• Do keep propane tanks in an upright position at least 10' from open flame.

• Do check all torching equipment for wear and tear. Replace or renew all worn or faulty equipment.

• Do use soap solution to check for gas leaks before lighting.

• Do use a pressure gauge on every regulator.

• Do have an ABC dry fire extinguisher on hand at all times while torching. One extinguisher per torch.

• Do stop work if the scent of unburned propane is detected. Make necessary repairs.

• Do close the propane cylinder valve first, and allow the residual propane to burn before closing the torch valve.

• Do instruct all workers on proper method of using fire extinguisher.

• Do use well built products having safety features, and that are listed by UL or FM.

• Do keep vent pressure regulator clear at all times.

• Do work safely at all times.

• Do ignite torch with flint or electric lighter. Matches or butane lighters are unsafe substitutes.

• Do treat a torch as if it is always burning.

• Don’t use more than 50' of hose at one time.

• Don’t use an adjustable regulator with higher pressure range than that which came with the torch.

• Don’t operate any pressure gauge beyond the top of its scale, or near excessive heat (150°F) or where there is vibration.

• Don’t use equipment without an operating pressure gauge.

• Don’t turn a vapor cylinder on its side to increase pressure.LP Gas can escape.

• Don’t put out a cylinder fire if it cannot be done without tipping the cylinder. Let it burn, and call the fire department immediately.

• Don’t use a cigarette lighter or matches to test for leaks.

• Don’t keep fire extinguisher next to LP tank. If fire starts at tank, you may not be able to get to the extinguisher!

• Don’t fill cylinders that are in need of repair.

• Don’t use a trowel or other tools as a torch stand.

• Don’t play with the torch.

• Don’t use damaged or faulty equipment.

• Do use perlite or non-combustible cant strips.

• Do use fiberglass base sheet on plywood decks and on cant strips.

• Do use tight fitting felt collar on all penetrations and metal flashings before torching.

• At the completion of each day's work, walk the jobsite for at least one (1) hour after the last torch is put out, to check for smoldering fire.

• Do use a small torch when flashing near details.

• Do heat roofing away from air conditioning units, fans, soil pipes and all other protrusions - set in place while hot. Care must be taken to prevent flame from entering or being pulled down into the building interior.

• Do use fiberglass base sheet on all torching applications, over all substrates.

• Don’t torch anything that you cannot see.

• Don’t torch over combustible cants or to wood fiber insulation.

• Don’t torch near gas lines, electrical wires or flammable vents.

• Don’t point the torch under roof top equipment.

• Don’t point torch into open roof top penetrations.

• Don’t use a torch to dry out roof surfaces or as a pre-heater torch.

• Don’t torch in an enclosed area.

• Don’t lay operating torch on an open penetration on the roof surface. Flame can be drawn into the opening.

• Don’t lay torch on the roof surface or membrane.