NFPA code(s) for tank farms?
NFPA code(s) for tank farms?
(OP)
We have (4)x 3 million USG tank farm being built outside of town to help service the mining industry. I see numerous applicable codes. What is most relevant?
Thanks
Dave
Thanks
Dave





RE: NFPA code(s) for tank farms?
I believe NFPA-30 addresses storage of flammable and combustable liquids.
It contains a methodology to esatblish liquid categories and guidelines for distances between tanks, bunds and occupied buildings.
-MJC
RE: NFPA code(s) for tank farms?
Not sure what you do for a living if you are an ahj and have not delt with this issue before suggest you require a technical report on what you are getting and the best way to protect with the specifications you provide.
RE: NFPA code(s) for tank farms?
-NFPA 30A if there is a fuel supply for mobile equipment,
-local regulations related to water and soil pollution prevention due to the handling and storage of fuels in case of spillage.
RE: NFPA code(s) for tank farms?
RE: NFPA code(s) for tank farms?
What liquids and in what quantiteis will be stored ?
This will determine the applicability of NFPA codes..
-MJC