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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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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

 
Not to my knowledge, but diking or double wall requirement will be mandated. Diking wall will need to be no higher than I believe 6' for the reason of letting the fire department do their job in the event of a fire per NFPA 30. Obviously hand held PFE's will be advisable at the pump house.
 
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