Firefighting for fuel oil tanks
Firefighting for fuel oil tanks
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Does any API or other standard decree or recommend a fire fighting system for a diesel fuel oil tank located at a power station but remote from the main plant.
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Firefighting for fuel oil tanks
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RE: Firefighting for fuel oil tanks
I suggest that you review the requirements of NFPA-30.
Be mindful that the low flash point of most fuel oils controls the degree of fire prevention systems required.
Also, be aware of the NFPA-30 tank spacing rules that address minimum distances to buildings and structures that are "normally occupied"
-MJC
RE: Firefighting for fuel oil tanks