Subject 120-3-11 RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS
(1) |
These Rules and Regulations for Flammable
and Combustible Liquids are promulgated by the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner
pursuant to O.C.G.A. Sections
25-2-4 and
25-2-16. |
(2) |
The purpose of these rules and
regulations is to provide precautionary and protective techniques that are
reasonable and practical measures for the prevention of injury to persons and
property from the storage, transportation and handling of flammable and
combustible liquids. These rules and regulations supersede former rules and
regulations promulgated by the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner pertaining to
flammable and combustible liquids when such are in conflict with these rules
and regulations. |
The definitions contained herein are in addition to and in
clarification of the definitions contained in the adopted codes and
standards.
(1) |
AUTHORITY HAVING
JURISDICTION. The State Fire Marshal of Georgia. |
(2) |
STORAGE TANK. Any vessel having a liquid
capacity that exceeds 230 L (60 gal), is intended for fixed installation,
whether on fixed supports or skid supports, and is not used for
processing. |
(3) |
COMMISSIONER. The
Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner. |
(4) |
FULL-SERVICE STATION. Any place of
business, or portion thereof, which sells gasoline or diesel fuel at retail and
which does not allow customers to dispense the fuel. |
(5) |
MAJOR MODIFICATION. Where the general
layout is modified to effect distance requirements, size of tanks, piping
locations or additions to tanks, piping systems, dispensers or
islands. |
(6) |
NFPA. The National
Fire Protection Association. |
(7) |
PERSON. Any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, company, association,
joint stock association, and any trustee, receiver, assignee, or personal
representative thereof. |
(8) |
PRIVATE-SERVICE STATION. The portion of a commercial, industrial, governmental,
or manufacturing property where liquids used as fuels are stored and dispensed
into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles that are used in connection with such
businesses, by persons within the employ of such businesses. |
(9) |
SELF-SERVICE STATION. Any place of
business, or portion thereof, which sells gasoline or diesel fuel at retail and
which allows customers to dispense the fuel. |
(10) |
TEMPORARY INSTALLATION. Storage Tanks
that are installed for 90 days or less. |
(1) |
Plans for all proposed flammable or
combustible liquid storage tank installations, including major modifications at
existing facilities, with more than a 60 gallon capacity for Class I Liquids or
a 120 gallon capacity for Class II and Class III liquids must be submitted in
duplicate to the State Fire Marshal for approval, and must be in compliance
with applicable codes and standards prior to commencement of construction.
Exception: Plans for storage tank installations with a storage capacity of 660
gallons or less may be submitted to the local fire authority having
jurisdiction, where one exists, for approval. Plans for all proposed storage
tank installations of more than 660 gallons capacity (other than self-service
stations) submitted to the State Fire Marshal shall be accompanied by the
mandatory plan review fee pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section
25-2-4.1. The check shall be made
payable to the Safety Fire Commissioner. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section
25-2-16, the plans shall bear the
seal and Georgia registration number of the responsible architect or engineer
or shall otherwise have the approval of the Commissioner or his
designee. |
(2) |
Plans shall be
submitted in duplicate and shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(a) |
Scaled site plan (shall include all
buildings and property lines) |
(b) |
Storage tank location(s) |
(c) |
Tank
Drawings (shall include all piping connections and appurtenances) |
(d) |
Piping, valve, and associated equipment
layout and arrangements |
(e) |
Electrical conduit layout and arrangements |
(f) |
Corrosion protection (if
applicable) |
(g) |
Equipment list and
specifications (shall include make and model of equipment) |
(h) |
Other information necessary to show
compliance |
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(3) |
Submissions for aboveground storage tanks shall also include the following:
(a) |
A site approval by a representative of
the State Fire Marshal |
(b) |
A Fire
Safety Analysis completed by the local fire authority |
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(4) |
One set of plans shall be retained by the
State Fire Marshal and one copy returned to the applicant with approval or
disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept at
the installation site during construction for inspection by authorized
representatives of the State Fire Marshal or local authority. |
(5) |
Construction or the storage tank
installation, or associated equipment, shall not commence until the plans have
been approved and returned to the applicant. |
(6) |
Requests for temporary installations must
be made to the State Fire Marshal in writing for approval. Requests shall
include a letter of intent, name of applicant, location of storage tanks to be
installed, how long the storage tank(s) will be located at the requested
location and shall also include the following:
(a) |
Site plan (shall include all buildings
and property lines) |
(b) |
Storage
tank location(s) on the site plan |
(c) |
Tank Drawings (shall include all piping
connections and appurtenances) |
(d) |
Piping, valve, and associated equipment layout and arrangements |
(e) |
Electrical conduit layout and
arrangements |
(f) |
Corrosion
protection (if applicable) |
(g) |
Equipment list and specifications (shall include make and model of
equipment) |
(h) |
Other information
necessary to show compliance
If additional time is necessary for a temporary installation
beyond the allowable 90 days, extensions shall be requested in writing at the
time the original request is made or before the expiration of the temporary
approval. Before tanks may be brought to a site, approval of the temporary
request must be granted by the State Fire Marshal and a copy of the approval
kept on site. No plan review fee is required for temporary installation
requests.
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(1) |
Self-service operations shall be
permitted at any service station, including marine self- service fueling
stations and aircraft self-service fueling stations, only after a self-service
permit has been issued by the State Fire Marshal in accordance with this Rule.
A self-service permit shall not exempt the holder thereof from obtaining any
other permits or licenses that may be required by other government
agencies. |
(2) |
Application for a
self-service station permit shall be made to the State Fire Marshal on the form
prescribed and approved by the Commissioner. Applications for self-service
station permits shall be submitted by the person, firm, corporation, or
partnership responsible for the day to day operations of the facility.
Applications submitted by outside parties shall include documentation that the
party is acting on behalf of and with the permission of the permit holder.
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section
25-2-4.1, each application for a
new self-service station permit shall be accompanied by the mandatory permit
fee payable to the Safety Fire Commissioner. Plans for any proposed station or
major modification of any existing station shall be submitted to the State Fire
Marshal with the self-service station permit application.
(a) |
Plans shall be submitted in duplicate and
shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(1) |
Scaled site plan (shall include all
buildings and property lines) |
(2) |
Storage tank location(s) |
(3) |
Tank
Drawings (shall include all piping connections and appurtenances) |
(4) |
Piping and valve layout and
arrangements |
(5) |
Electrical conduit
layout and arrangements |
(6) |
Dispenser arrangements and details |
(7) |
Corrosion protection (if
applicable) |
(8) |
Emergency control
locations |
(9) |
Equipment list and
specifications (shall include make and model of equipment) |
(10) |
Fire Extinguisher location(s) |
(11) |
Other information necessary to show
compliance |
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(b) |
One set of
plans shall be retained by the State Fire Marshal and one copy returned to the
applicant with approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the
approved plans shall be kept at the installation site during construction for
inspection by authorized representatives of the State Fire Marshal or local
authority. |
(c) |
Construction or the
storage tank installation, or associated equipment, shall not commence until
the plans have been approved and returned to the applicant. |
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(3) |
Upon notification of completed
construction of a new or modified station, the State Fire Marshal shall direct
his authorized representative to inspect the facility. If the authorized
representative determines that all requirements for self-service operations
contained in this Chapter have been satisfied, to include written certification
of tank and pipe leak testing and installation, he may issue a self-service
permit. |
(4) |
The self-service permit
shall be posted by the applicant in a conspicuous location on the premises. The
self-service permit is nontransferable and shall expire upon a change of
ownership, operator, lessee or lessor of the facility. Any issuance of a new
self-service permit to include change of ownership, operator, lessee or lessor,
or to replace lost or destroyed permits requires a permit fee pursuant to
O.C.G.A. Section
25-2-4.1. |
(5) |
A self-service permit may be revoked for
cause after notice and hearing provided in accordance with Rule 120-3-2-.02 of
the Rules of Safety Fire Commissioner; provided, however, that the Commissioner
may revoke any self-service permit prior to notice and hearing if he determines
upon recommendation of the State Fire Marshal that the situation involves an
imminent peril to the public health, safety and welfare and that the situation
therefore requires emergency action. An emergency revocation shall contain
reasons and findings for the determination, and shall be accompanied by a
notice of opportunity for a hearing, which may provide that a hearing will be
held, if and only if, the aggrieved person requests a hearing within ten (10)
days of receipt of the revocation and notice. |
(6) |
The State Fire Marshal and his authorized
representatives may conduct inspections of self-service stations to ascertain
whether the stations are operating in compliance with this Chapter. |
(1) |
As soon as possible, but no later than 8
hours of the incident occurring, all owners, managers or operators of all
vehicles, equipment and facilities covered under this Chapter shall notify the
State Fire Marshal's Office of all fires involving such vehicles, equipment or
facilities, and all accidents involving immediate peril to the public health,
safety and welfare and requires emergency action. |
(2) |
As soon as the incident is under control,
but no later than 72 hours after the incident, all owners, managers or
operators of all such vehicles, equipment or facilities covered under this
Chapter shall notify the State Fire Marshal's Office in writing of the facts
and circumstances of such incident |
Except to the extent modified herein, the following NFPA
Codes and Standards are hereby adopted.
(1) |
NFPA 30, 2018 Edition,
Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code Modifications:
(a) |
Modifications to Chapter 6:
1. |
Add a new subsection 6.5.6 to read as follows:
6.5.6 |
"
Signs shall be posted in areas storing or
transferring flammable and combustible liquids and shall read:
DANGER - FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
OPEN FLAMES AND SMOKING
PROHIBITED WITHIN 50 FEET
Lettering shall be white on a red background and shall not be
less than 3 inches (76mm) in height and 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) in stroke."
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2. |
Add a new subsection
6.9.6 to read as follows:
6.9.6 |
" No barrels,
drums or combustible materials shall be stored beneath or within 3.3 m (10 ft)
of any aboveground storage tank." |
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(b) |
Modifications to Chapter 18:
1. |
Add a new subsection 18.3.1 to read as
follows:
18.3.1 |
" Signs shall be posted in
areas where flammable liquids are stored and transferred and shall read:
DANGER - FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
OPEN FLAMES AND SMOKING
PROHIBITED WITHIN 50 FEET
Lettering shall be white on a red background and shall not be
less than 3 inches (76mm) in height and 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) in stroke."
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2. |
Add a new subsection
18.4.10 to read as follows:
18.4.10 |
" All hoses
used within the scope of this code shall be inspected at regular intervals and
shall be replaced when they show signs of being deteriorated, weathered or
worn." |
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(c) |
Modifications to Chapter 21:
1. |
Add a new subsection 21.3.6 to read as follows:
21.3.6 |
" Aboveground tanks and aboveground
piping shall be kept painted to prevent corrosion and shall be painted a light
reflective color." |
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2. |
Add
a new paragraph 21.7.1.7 to read as follows:
21.7.1.7 |
" No storage tank shall be filled by
gravity from another storage tank unless a suitable device is provided to
eliminate the possibility of overflow and a qualified person is in constant
attendance and has the means to stop the flow of liquid promptly."
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3. |
Delete paragraph
21.7.2.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
21.7.2.2 |
" Aboveground storage tanks used for
bulk storage at bulk plants or chemical plants shall be secured and marked in
accordance with NFPA 704, 2007 Edition, Identification of the Hazards
of Materials for Emergency Response, as to identify the fire hazards
of the tank and the tank's contents to the general public and emergency
responders. The area in which the tank is located shall be protected from
tampering or trespassing with a chain link fence. The fence shall be at least
1.8m (6 ft) high and shall be separated from the tanks by at least 3m (10 ft)
and shall have a gate that is secured against unauthorized entry.
Exception: Tanks are not required to be enclosed with
a fence if the property on which the tanks are located has a perimeter security
fence."
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4. |
Delete subsection 21.8.4 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
21.8.4 |
" Each tank shall be maintained
liquidtight. Each tank that is leaking shall immediately be emptied of liquid
or repaired in a manner acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction." |
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(d) |
Modifications to Chapter 22:
1. |
Add a new paragraph 22.4.1.9 to read as
follows:
22.4.1.9 |
" For bulk plants and
chemical plants only, no aboveground storage tank(s) for Class I flammable
liquids shall be erected within 91.4 m (300 ft) of any school, church,
hospital, theater, public assembly or public hall. A public hall shall be any
building regularly used for public assembly for purposes of amusement,
instruction, religious worship or other meetings. Requests for exceptions to
this Rule such as the temporary use of skid tanks on construction sites shall
be submitted to the State Fire Marshal in accordance with Rule
120-3-11-.08." |
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2. |
Delete paragraph 22.11.2.7 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
22.11.2.7 |
" Provisions shall be made for
draining water from diked areas. Such drains shall be controlled to prevent
liquids, other than storm water, from leaving the diked area."
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3. |
Delete subparagraph
22.11.2.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
22.11.2.7.1 |
" Control of valves for drainage
purposes shall be accessible under fire conditions from outside the dike."
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4. |
Add a new subsection
22.13.5 to read as follows:
22.13.5 |
" Gauges or
other means shall be provided to monitor filling or emptying of aboveground
tanks. This means shall be visible and accessible to the delivery operator from
the point of delivery." |
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5. |
Add a new subsection 22.13.6 to read as
follows:
22.13.6 |
" Aboveground tanks containing
Class I, Class II, or Class IIIA liquids shall be filled through a tight fill
connection." |
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6. |
Add a new
subsection 22.13.7 to read as follows:
22.13.7 |
" Fill connections to aboveground
tanks shall have provisions to contain any liquids that may drain from the
transfer hose due to connections and
disconnections." |
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(e) |
Modifications to Chapter 27:
1. |
Delete paragraph 27.3.2 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
27.3.2 |
"Tightness of Piping.
Piping systems shall be maintained liquidtight. A piping system that has leaks
that constitute a hazard shall immediately be emptied of liquid or repaired in
a manner acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction." |
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(f) |
Modifications to Chapter 28:
1. |
Add a new paragraph 28.3.1.4 to read as
follows:
28.3.1.4 |
" All hoses used within the
scope of this code shall be inspected at regular intervals and shall be
replaced when they show signs of being deteriorated, weathered or
worn." |
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2. |
Add a new
paragraph 28.3.1.5 to read as follows:
28.3.1.5 |
" Signs shall be posted in areas
where flammable liquids are stored and transferred and shall read:
DANGER - FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
OPEN FLAMES AND SMOKING
PROHIBITED WITHIN 50 FEET
Lettering shall be white on a red background and shall not be
less than 3 inches (76mm) in height and 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) in stroke."
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3. |
Delete section 28.9
in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
28.9 |
"* Loading and unloading
facilities, for bulk plants, terminals, and chemical plants only, shall be
provided with drainage systems or other means to contain spills. These means
shall be designed to contain at least 110% of the largest compartment on the
loading or off-loading tanker vehicle." |
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(2) |
NFPA 30-A, 2018 Edition,
Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair
Garages Modifications:
(a) |
Modifications to Chapter 4:
1. |
Add a new subsection 4.2.5 to read as follows:
4.2.5 |
" Containers and piping shall be
identified as to the product stored in them." |
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2. |
Add a new subsection 4.2.6 to read as
follows:
4.2.6 |
" Flammable or combustible
liquids shall not be introduced into any leaking or condemned, unapproved or
non-labeled storage tank or container. Flammable or combustible liquids shall
immediately be removed from any leaking or condemned storage tank. A condemned
or red tagged system may be restored to service upon proper corrective actions
and with the approval of the authority having jurisdiction. Tanks for the
storage of flammable and combustible liquids for dispensing or fueling of motor
vehicles are generally required to be underground as a prevalent rule. For
exceptions see NFPA 30A. In case of a change over from gasoline to diesel or
home heating fuel, etc., the system shall be purged to avoid cross
contamination, and the authority having jurisdiction shall be so
notified." |
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3. |
Add a new
subsection 4.2.7 to read as follows:
4.2.7 |
"
Upon determination by the inspection that a flammable or combustible liquids
systems or any part thereof is unsafe to the extent that it endangers life or
adjacent properties, the inspector may place an out of service tag (red tag) on
the entire system or a specified portion of the system until the dangerous
conditions are corrected. The out of service tag (red tag) may be removed only
by an authorized representative of the State Fire Marshal's
Office." |
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(b) |
Modifications to Chapter 6:
1. |
Add a new subsection 6.2.4 to read as follows:
6.2.4 |
" Only those dispensers which are
designed, or modified by approved means, and approved for self-service
dispensing shall be used for such operations." |
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2. |
Add a new subsection 6.2.5 to read as
follows:
6.2.5 |
" Dispensers that show serious
signs of damage shall be removed from service." |
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3. |
Add a new subsection 6.5.4 to read as
follows:
6.5.4 |
" Hoses shall be inspected at
regular intervals and shall be replaced when they show signs of being
deteriorated, weathered or worn." |
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(c) |
Modifications to Chapter 9:
1. |
Add a new paragraph 9.2.2.7 to read as
follows:
9.2.2.7 |
" During flammable or
combustible liquid off loading at public service stations, the area shall be
posted and roped or barricaded as appropriate to limit access and prevent or
control the source of ignition. The primary responsibility for this safety
requirement shall be the truck driver who is delivering the flammable or
combustible liquid. However, it shall also be the responsibility of the station
attendant to make sure the precautions are followed." |
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2. |
Delete paragraph 9.2.5.4 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
9.2.5.4 |
"Signs. An appropriate
warning sign shall be conspicuously posted on both faces of the dispensing
device or such other place that the Commissioner may approve. The warning shall
contain language deemed appropriate by the Commissioner. The warning may be
revised as deemed necessary by the Commissioner in order to address health and
safety concerns." |
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3. |
Delete paragraph 9.2.5.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
9.2.5.2 |
"Fire
Extinguishers. Each motor fuel dispensing facility or repair garage
shall be provided with fire extinguishers installed, inspected, and maintained
as required by NFPA 10. Extinguishers for outside motor fuel dispensing areas
shall be provided according to the extra (high) hazard requirements for Class B
hazards, except that maximum travel distance to a 80 B:C extinguisher (or
multiple extinguishers of equivalent protection) shall be permitted to be 100
feet." |
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4. |
Delete
subsection 9.2.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
9.2.7 |
"Housekeeping. All service
station premises shall be kept clean, neat and free from rubbish and trash.
Combustible materials other than required stock and supplies shall not be
accumulated in storerooms or other areas in or on the
premises." |
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5. |
Add a new
subsection 9.2.10 to read as follows:
9.2.10 |
"Restrictions. All motor fuel or Class I liquids dispensing
equipment operators shall be capable and qualified to operate such equipment
and shall not, while operating such equipment, be under the influence of
intoxicants, narcotics or other dangerous drugs. Persons under the age of 16,
persons incapable of dispensing flammable or combustible liquids by reason of
physical or mental incapacity, and persons under the influence of intoxicants,
narcotics or other dangerous drugs shall not be permitted to dispense such
liquids at any service station open or accessible to the
public." |
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6. |
Add a new
subsection 9.4.5:
9.4.5 |
" A qualified
attendant shall be at least 18 years of age, experienced with and physically
able to perform the required duties, and not addicted to the use or under the
influence of intoxicants, narcotics, or controlled substances. The attendant
shall be familiar with all applicable State laws and provisions of these Rules
and Regulations. While Class I liquids are being dispensed, the attendant shall
not be assigned nor perform any duties that might cause distraction or
prevention of properly supervising the dispensing of Class I
liquids." |
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7. |
Add a new
subsection 9.4.6 to read as follows:
9.4.6 |
"
Appropriate signs indicating self-service operations shall be clearly posted.
Any station which has both self-service and full-service operations shall
clearly identify each respective area." |
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8. |
Add a new subsection 9.4.7 to read as
follows:
9.4.7 |
" The use of portable
aboveground skid tanks, with more than a 60 gallon capacity for Class I Liquids
or a 120 gallon capacity for Class II or higher liquids shall be prohibited at
service stations open to the public." |
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9. |
Add a new subsection 9.4.8 to read as
follows:
9.4.8 |
" If the requirements of
Section 4.3 in NFPA 30A 2018 Edition cannot be met, Class II and Class III
liquids, such as kerosene and fuel oil, may be stored in aboveground tanks with
an aggregate capacity not exceeding 560 gallons at service stations open to the
public." |
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10. |
Add a new
subsection 9.4.9 to read as follows:
9.4.9 |
"
The attendant shall, at all times, have a clear and unobstructed view to the
dispensers." |
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11. |
Add a
new subsection 9.4.10 to read as follows:
9.4.10 |
" Where the attendant view to the
dispensers is obstructed, video monitoring of the obstructed dispensing area
shall be provided in accordance with the following:
(1) |
The attendant shall be in close proximity
to the dispensing areas as approved by the authority having
jurisdiction. |
(2) |
There shall be at
least two monitors, one on each side of the attendant area in full view of the
attendant. |
(3) |
The cameras used
shall have full coverage views of all obstructed fuel dispensing
areas. |
(4) |
The monitors shall have
full views of the obstructed dispensing areas displayed at all times. |
(5) |
If the video monitoring system becomes
inoperable, self-service operations at the obstructed dispensers shall cease
until the system is brought back into working order. |
(6) |
The video monitoring shall be approved by
the authority having jurisdiction." |
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12. |
Delete subsection 9.5.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
9.5.1 |
" Unattended self-service facilities
shall be permitted to operate as long as such unattended self-service
facilities are not open to the public while unattended self-service operations
are being conducted. Unattended self-service operations shall be limited to
proprietary and fleet fueling.
Exception: Unattended self-service operations shall
be allowed at any self-service station during a National Emergency or when the
Governor has declared a state of emergency provided that the provisions of
9.5.2 through 9.5.6 and 9.5.9 through 9.5.11 are met."
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13. |
Delete subsection
9.5.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
9.5.5 |
" Each such location shall be provided
with a public telephone to notify the fire department in the event of an
emergency within 100 feet of the dispenser(s). Emergency phone numbers and
contact points for owner/operator shall also be provided. The numbers shall be
clearly visible to the user." |
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14. |
Add a new subsection 9.5.7 to read as
follows:
9.5.7 |
" All dispensers are key or
card controlled. For the purpose of this requirement, proprietary cards and
fleet fuel cards shall be required." |
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15. |
Add a new subsection 9.5.8 to read as
follows:
9.5.8 |
" The owner or operator of such
station is responsible for the safe operation of the
station." |
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16. |
Add a new
subsection 9.5.9 to read as follows:
9.5.9 |
"
Each such facility shall have exterior emergency shutoff devices installed in
accordance with section 6.7. Such shutoffs shall be clearly marked "Emergency
Fuel Shutoff". Such lettering shall be at least 1" high in red coloring on a
white background." |
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17. |
Add a new subsection 9.5.10 to read as follows:
9.5.10 |
" Dispensing equipment used at
unattended self-service facilities shall be programmed or set to limit
uninterrupted fuel delivery to 50 gallons." |
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18. |
Add a new subsection 9.5.11 to read as
follows:
9.5.11 |
" Each such facility shall have
a valid self-service permit posted." |
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(d) |
Modifications to Chapter 11:
1. |
Add a new subsection 11.4.8 to read as
follows:
11.4.8 |
" Hoses shall be inspected at
regular intervals and shall be replaced when they show signs of being
deteriorated, weathered or worn." |
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(e) |
Modifications to Chapter 12:
1. |
Add a new subsection 12.2.5 to read as
follows:
12.2.5 |
" Hoses shall be inspected at
regular intervals and shall be replaced when they show signs of being
deteriorated, weathered or worn." |
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(f) |
Modifications to Chapter 14:
1. |
Delete section 14.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
14.1 |
"
On-Demand Mobile Fueling (the retail practice of fueling motor vehicles of the
general public while the owner's vehicle is parked and might be unattended)
shall be prohibited." |
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2. |
Delete sections 14.2 - 14.4 in its entirety. |
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(3) |
NFPA 30-B, 2019 Edition,
Code for the Manufacture and Storage of Aerosol
Products Modifications: None
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(4) |
NFPA 31, 2016 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment Modifications: None
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(5) |
NFPA 32, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Drycleaning Plants Modifications:
(a) |
Modifications to Chapter 4:
1. |
Delete paragraph 4.3.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
4.3.1 |
" General building and
structure design and construction shall be in accordance with State of Georgia
adopted building codes, except as modified
herein." |
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(6) |
NFPA 33, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Spray Application Using Flammable and Combustible
Materials Modifications: None
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(7) |
NFPA 34, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Dipping and Coating Processes Using Flammable and
Combustible Liquids Modifications: None
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(8) |
NFPA 35, 2016 Edition,
Standard for the Manufacture of Organic Coatings Modifications: None
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(9) |
NFPA 36, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Solvent Extraction Plants Modifications: None
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(10) |
NFPA 37, 2018 Edition,
Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines
and Gas Turbines Modifications:
(a) |
Modifications to Chapter 6:
1. |
Delete subsection 6.8.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
6.8.1 |
" Piping shall be in
accordance with Chapter 27 of NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible
Liquids Code, except that piping shall be steel or other metal and the
provisions of 6.8.2 shall apply.
Exception: Nonmetallic piping, excluding nonmetallic
flexible connectors as describe in paragraph 6.8.2.1, shall be allowed to be
used only underground within the scope of UL 971, Standard for Nonmetallic
Underground piping for Flammable Liquids. Nonmetallic piping systems and
components shall be listed and installed in accordance with manufacturer's
instructions."
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(11) |
NFPA 326, 2020 Edition,
Standard for the Safeguarding of Tanks and Containers for Entry,
Cleaning, or Repair Modifications: None
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(12) |
NFPA 329, 2020 Edition,
Recommended Practice for Handling Releases of Flammable and Combustible
Liquids and Gases Modifications: None
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(13) |
NFPA 385, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Tank Vehicle for Flammable and Combustible
Liquids Modifications:
(a) |
Modifications to Chapter 5:
1. |
Delete paragraph 5.4.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
5.4.1.1 |
" The outlets of each cargo
tank or compartment used for transportation of Class I, Class II, and Class
IIIA liquids having a viscosity less than 45 SUS at 100ºF (37.8ºC),
shall be equipped with a self-closing shutoff valve, designed, installed, and
operated so as to ensure against the accidental escape of
contents." |
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(b) |
Modifications to Chapter 7:
1. |
Add a new subsection 7.1.6 to read as follows:
7.1.6 |
" The name and address of the owner
shall appear on the sides of the vehicle. The owner's name shall be in letters
at least four inches in height with the address lettering as large as will fit
in the space available." |
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(c) |
Modifications to Chapter 9:
1. |
Add a new subsection 9.1.13 to read as
follows:
9.1.13 |
" Vehicles shall be maintained
in good operating condition." |
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2. |
Add a new subsection 9.1.14 to read as
follows:
9.1.14 |
" Any person driving,
attending, making deliveries, filling, discharging or repairing tank vehicles
shall not be under the influence of intoxicants, narcotics or other dangerous
drugs." |
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3. |
Add a new
subsection 9.1.15 to read as follows:
9.1.15 |
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Intoxicating beverages, narcotics and other dangerous drugs shall not be
carried in or on tank vehicles." |
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4. |
Add a new subsection 9.2.17 to read as
follows:
9.2.17 |
" No Class I liquids shall be
transferred from tank trucks to motor vehicle fuel tanks or other tanks or
containers on any highway, road, street, or alley, except in an
emergency." |
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5. |
Add a new
subsection 9.2.18 to read as follows:
9.2.18 |
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Nothing herein shall prohibit the fueling of machinery or vehicles used in road
construction and maintenance, firefighting apparatus or vehicles, equipment
used by public authorities or the United States Armed Services, or fuel
containers used for such vehicles and equipment." |
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6. |
Add a new subsection 9.2.19 to read as
follows:
9.2.19 |
" Except for firefighting
apparatus, all machinery and vehicle motors shall be shut down while being
refueled. Auxiliary motors involved with environmental control in cargo spaces
may be kept running if necessary." |
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7. |
Add a new subsection 9.2.20 to read as
follows:
9.2.20 |
" All tank vehicles shall be
provided with spill kits to mitigate any spills that
occur." |
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(14) |
NFPA 407, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing Modifications: None
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(1) |
Flammable and combustible liquids
transported by other than tank vehicles shall be transported as prescribed by
this Chapter. Nothing herein shall supersede any rules, regulations, or other
transportation requirements when transportation is under the jurisdiction of
DOT or GPSC. |
(2) |
Persons driving,
attending, making deliveries, or otherwise handling flammable liquids while
loading or unloading vehicles shall not be under the influence of intoxicants,
narcotics or other dangerous drugs, nor shall same be carried in or on vehicles
transporting flammable or combustible liquids. |
(3) |
Only approved containers shall be used.
Metal containers meeting the requirements of and containing products authorized
by STB, DOT, or GPSC regulations shall be acceptable for use in transporting
flammable or combustible liquids by other than tank vehicles. Containers loaded
in or on vehicles shall be securely fastened to prevent slipping or
overturning. |
(4) |
Vehicles shall be
in good operating condition and shall not be overloaded. Every vehicle
regularly used for transporting flammable or combustible liquids shall be
equipped with at least one fire extinguisher having a rating of 20-BC,
permanently mounted and readily accessible to the driver. |
(5) |
Drivers of vehicles transporting
flammable or combustible liquids in containers shall be physically able to
perform the job, careful, capable, reliable, familiar with traffic laws and the
provisions of this Chapter, and shall not be under the influence of
intoxicants, narcotics or other dangerous drugs. Smoking shall not be permitted
in vehicles when transporting Class I liquids unless all containers loaded
thereon are original, unopened containers. |
(6) |
Vehicles transporting 1,000 pounds gross
weight or more of flammable liquids shall carry placards on the front, rear and
sides which meet DOT requirements for text, color, and size. |
Upon receipt of a sworn affidavit from the owner stating all
relevant facts and circumstances and such other information as may be required,
the State Fire Marshal may recommend to the Commissioner that specific
requirements of this Chapter and the NFPA codes, standards and recommended
practices adopted herein, be modified to allow alternative arrangements that
will secure as nearly equivalent measures as practical for the prevention of
injury to persons and property. The Commissioner, in his discretion, may accept
the State Fire Marshal's recommendation and grant the requested
modification.
(1) |
All persons shall transport, store,
handle and use flammable and combustible liquids in conformity with this
Chapter. After notice and hearing provided in accordance with Rule 120-3-2-.02
of the Rules of Safety Fire Commissioner, any person who is found to have
violated any of the rules contained in this Chapter shall be subject to such
penalties as authorized by law. |
(2) |
The Commissioner may impose a monetary fine of up to $1,000 against any person,
firm, corporation, or partnership responsible for the operation of any facility
covered under this Chapter for each violation of these regulations, related
statutes, or any order of the Commissioner. |
If any rule or portion thereof contained in this Chapter is
held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the rules
herein and the applicability of such provisions to other circumstances shall
not be affected thereby.
(1) |
The NFPA codes,
standards and recommended practices adopted in this Chapter are on file in the
Office of the State Fire Marshal and are available for viewing. |
(2) |
Copies of these NFPA publications may be
obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
Phone: 1-800-344-3555
If you are an individual with a disability and wish to
acquire this publication in an alternative format, please contact the ADA
Coordinator, Safety Fire Division, Office of Commissioner of Insurance, No. 2
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Atlanta, Georgia 30334, 404 656-2056, TDD 404
656-4031.
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