FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS

Bulk Plants - Loading and Unloading Facilities

Tank vehicle and tank car loading or unloading facilities shall be separated by minimum distances from above-ground tanks, warehouses, and similar facilities. These distances are measured from the nearest position of any fill spout. The required distances are listed here:

Class I loading and unloading facilities must be separated by a distance of 25 feet

Class II and III unloading and loading facilities must be separated by a distance of 15 feet.

Buildings for pumps or personnel shelters may be considered as a part of the loading and unloading facilities.

Equipment such as piping, pumps, and meters used for the transfer of Class I liquids between storage tanks and the fill stem of the loading rack shall not be used for the transfer of Class II or Class III liquids.

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