TO BE RESCINDED. 1301: Motor fuel-dispensing facilities and repair garages.

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1 ACTION: Original DATE: 09/29/2017 1:12 PM TO BE RESCINDED 1301: Motor fuel-dispensing facilities and repair garages. (A) Section 2201 General (1) Scope. Automotive motor fuel-dispensing facilities, marine motor fueldispensing facilities, fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities, service stations at bulk plants, aircraft motor-vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities and repair garages shall be in accordance with the rule, NFPA 30, NFPA 30A, the International Fuel Gas Code, the building code, and the mechanical code as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Such operations shall include both those that are accessible to the public and private operations. (a) Notwithstanding paragraphs (B)(1)(102.1) and (B)(2)(102.2) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code and unless otherwise noted in this rule, the provisions of this rule shall not apply to facilities, equipment, structures or installations existing or approved for construction or installation prior to the effective date of this rule, except in those cases where the fire code official demonstrates by a preponderance of the evidence that the existing facility, equipment, structure or installation creates a distinct hazard to life or adjacent property. (2) Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. In accordance with paragraph (E)(1)(a)( ) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code, permits required for the installation, alteration, abandonment, removal or to place temporarily out of service a stationary flammable or combustible liquid storage tank shall be obtained from the fire marshal when such permits are required by this code and are not issued by another officer listed in section of the Revised Code. Exception: A stationary flammable or combustible liquid storage tank with a capacity of 1,100 gallons or less utilized for agricultural purposes. (3) Construction documents. Construction documents shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the installation or construction of motor fuel-dispensing facilities, service stations at bulk plants and repair garages in accordance with paragraph (E)(4)(105.4) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (4) Indoor motor fuel-dispensing facilities. Motor fuel-dispensing facilities located inside buildings shall comply with the building code and NFPA 30A as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. [ stylesheet: rule.xsl 2.14, authoring tool: i4i 2.0 Apr 9, 2003, (dv: 7, p: , pa: , ra: , d: )] print date: 06/29/2018 9:10 PM

2 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 2 (a) Protection of floor openings in indoor motor fuel-dispensing facilities. Where motor fuel-dispensing facilities are located inside buildings and the dispensers are located above spaces within the building, openings beneath dispensers shall be sealed to prevent the flow of leaked fuel to lower building spaces. (5) Electrical. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be suitable for the locations in which they are installed and shall comply with paragraph (E)(605) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code, NFPA 30A and NFPA 70 as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (6) Heat-producing appliances. Heat-producing appliances shall be suitable for the locations in which they are installed and shall comply with NFPA 30A and the International Fuel Gas Code or the mechanical code as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (B) Section 2202 Definitions (1) Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for the purposes of this rule and as used elsewhere in this code, have the meanings shown herein. "Aircraft motor-vehicle fuel-dispensing facility." That portion of property where flammable or combustible liquids or gases used as motor fuels are stored and dispensed from fixed automotive-type equipment into the fuel tanks of aircraft. "Alcohol blended fuels." Alcohol blended fuels, including those containing 85- per cent ethanol and 15-per cent unleaded gasoline (E85), are flammable liquids consisting of ethanol or other alcohols blended greater than 15 per cent by volume. "Automotive motor fuel-dispensing facility." That portion of a property where flammable or combustible liquids or gases used as motor fuels are stored and dispensed from fixed equipment into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles or approved containers. "Dispensing device, overhead type." A dispensing device that consists of one or more individual units intended for installation in conjunction with each other, mounted above a dispensing area typically within the motor fuel-dispensing facility canopy structure, and characterized by the use of an overhead hose reel. "Fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facility." That portion of a commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing property where flammable or combustible liquids or gases used as fuels are stored and dispensed into the fuel

3 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 3 tanks of motor vehicles or approved containers that are used in connection with such businesses, by persons within the employ of such businesses. "Liquefied natural gas (LNG)." A fluid in the liquid state composed predominately of methane and which may contain minor quantities of ethane, propane, nitrogen or other components normally found in natural gas. "Marine motor fuel-dispensing facility." That portion of property where flammable or combustible liquids or gases used as motor fuel for watercraft are stored and dispensed from fixed equipment on shore, piers, wharves, floats or barges into the fuel tanks of watercraft or approved containers and shall include all other facilities used in connection therewith. "Motor fuel-dispensing facility." That portion of a property where flammable or combustible liquids or gases used as a fuel are stored and dispensed from fixed equipment into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles or marine craft or into approved containers, including all equipment used in connection therewith. "Repair garage." A building, structure or portion thereof used for servicing or repairing motor vehicles. "Self-service motor fuel-dispensing facility." That portion of a motor fueldispensing facility where flammable or combustible liquids or gases are dispensed from fixed approved dispensing equipment into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles or approved containers by persons other than a motor fueldispensing facility attendant. (2) "Approved" as used in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. As used in this rule and notwithstanding the definition as set forth in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code, the term "approved", unless otherwise further specified or defined in this rule, means: listed, labeled or tested for the specified purpose and documented in research reports from an authoritative source listed in paragraph (O)(2)(115.2) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code, or otherwise acceptable to the fire code official. (C) Section 2203 Location of dispensing devices (1) Location of dispensing devices. Dispensing devices shall be located as follows: (a) Ten feet (3048 mm) or more from lot lines. (b) Ten feet (3048 mm) or more from buildings having combustible exterior wall surfaces or buildings having noncombustible exterior wall surfaces

4 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 4 that are not part of a 1-hour fire-resistance-rated assembly or buildings having combustible overhangs. Exception: Canopies constructed in accordance with the building code as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code providing weather protection for the fuel islands. (c) Such that all portions of the vehicle being fueled will be on the premises of the motor-fuel-dispensing facility. (d) Such that the nozzle, when the hose is fully extended, will not reach within 5 feet (1524 mm) of building openings. (e) Twenty feet (6096 mm) or more from fixed sources of ignition. (2) Emergency disconnect switches. An approved, clearly identified and readily accessible emergency disconnect switch shall be provided at an approved location, to stop the transfer of fuel to the fuel dispensers in the event of a fuel spill or other emergency. An emergency disconnect switch for exterior fuel dispensers shall be located within 100 feet ( mm) of, but not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) from, the fuel dispensers. For interior fuel-dispensing operations, the emergency disconnect switch shall be installed at an approved location. Such devices shall be distinctly labeled as: "EMERGENCY FUEL SHUTOFF." Signs shall be provided in approved locations. (D) Section 2204 Dispensing operations (1) Supervision of dispensing. The dispensing of fuel at motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be conducted by a qualified attendant or shall be under the supervision of a qualified attendant at all times or shall be in accordance with paragraph (D)(3)(2204.3) of this rule. (2) Attended self-service motor fuel-dispensing facilities. Attended selfservice motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall comply with paragraphs (D)(2)(a) ( ) to (D)(2)(e)( ) of this rule, NFPA 30A as listed in division (A) of section of the Revised Code, and the "Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970" and any amendments thereto or standards as may be adopted by the state fire marshal pursuant to division (B) of section of the Revised Code. Attended self-service motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall have at least one qualified attendant on duty while the facility is open for business. The attendant's primary function shall be to supervise, observe and control the dispensing of fuel. The attendant shall prevent the dispensing of fuel into containers that do not comply with paragraph (D)(4)(a)( ) of this

5 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 5 rule, control sources of ignition, give immediate attention to accidental spills or releases, and be prepared to use fire extinguishers. (a) Special-type dispensers. Special-dispensing devices and systems such as, but not limited to, card- or coin-operated and remote-preset types, are allowed at attended self-service motor fuel-dispensing facilities provided there is at least one qualified attendant on duty while the facility is open to the public. Remote preset-type devices shall be set in the "off" position while not in use so that the dispenser cannot be activated without the knowledge of the attendant. (b) Emergency controls. Emergency controls shall be provided in accordance with paragraph (C)(2)(2203.2) of this rule. (c) Operating instructions. Signs providing dispenser operating instructions shall be conspicuously posted in approved locations on every dispenser. (d) Obstructions to view. Dispensing devices shall be in clear view of the attendant at all times. Obstructions shall not be placed between the dispensing area and the attendant. (e) Communications. The attendant shall be able to communicate with persons in the dispensing area at all times. A telephone or other approved method of communicating with the fire department shall be provided for the attendant. (f) Smoking prohibited. Gasoline and other flammable or combustible liquids shall be dispensed only by a person who is not smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited in the dispensing area. (g) Signage. A sign in block letters at least four inches in height shall be conspicuously displayed on each gasoline pump island where selfservice is offered stating that it is a self-service island. (h) Signage material. All signs required by paragraphs (D)(2)(c) ( ), (D)(2)(g)( ) and (D)(3)(e)( ) of this rule shall be constructed of rigid, weather-resistant material. (i) Attendant training. It shall be the responsibility of the operator of the motor fuel dispensing facility to see that all attendant employees are properly trained in handling emergencies of a flammable fuel type.

6 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 6 (j) Codes and standards. It shall be the responsibility of the operator of the motor fuel dispensing facility to see that all attendant employees read and be familiar with applicable codes and standards. (k) Dispensing devices. Existing listed or labeled dispensing devices shall be permitted to be modified provided that the modifications made are "Listed by Report" by an approved testing laboratory or as otherwise approved by the fire code official. Modification proposals shall contain a description of the component parts used in the modification and the recommended methods of installation on specific dispensing devices. Modification proposals shall be made available to the fire code official upon request. (3) Unattended self-service motor fuel-dispensing facilities. Unattended selfservice motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall comply with paragraphs (D)(3)(a) ( ) to (D)(3)(m)( ) of this rule, NFPA 30A as listed in division (A) of section of the Revised Code and the "Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970" and any amendments thereto or standards as may be adopted by the state fire marshal pursuant to division (B) of section of the Revised Code. This paragraph shall not apply to an unattended fleet vehicle motor fuel dispensing facility. (a) General. Where approved, unattended self-service motor fueldispensing facilities are allowed. As a condition of approval, the owner or operator shall provide, and be accountable for, daily site visits, regular equipment inspection and maintenance. (b) Dispensers. Dispensing devices shall comply with paragraph (F) (7)(2206.7) of this rule. Only card operated dispensing devices approved by authoritative sources listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code shall be used. Dispensing devices operated by the insertion of coins or currency shall not be used unless approved. Approved key- or cardoperated dispensing devices may be activated by the customer with the use of an authorized key or card. (c) Emergency controls. Emergency controls shall be provided in accordance with paragraph (C)(2)(2203.2) of this rule. Emergency controls shall be of a type which is only manually resettable. (d) Operating instructions. Dispenser operating instructions shall be conspicuously posted in approved locations on every dispenser and shall indicate the location of the emergency controls required by paragraph (D) (3)(c)( ) of this rule.

7 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 7 (e) Emergency procedures. An approved emergency procedures sign, in addition to the signs required by paragraph (E)(6)(2205.6) of this rule, shall be posted in a conspicuous location and shall read: "IN CASE OF FIRE, SPILL OR RELEASE 1. USE EMERGENCY PUMP SHUTOFF 2. REPORT THE ACCIDENT! FIRE DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE NO. FACILITY ADDRESS " (f) Communications. A telephone not requiring a coin to operate or other approved, clearly identified means to notify the fire department shall be provided on the site in a location approved by the fire code official. (g) Quantity limits. Dispensing equipment used at unsupervised locations shall comply with one of the following: (i) Dispensing devices shall be programmed or set to limit uninterrupted fuel delivery to 25 gallons (95 L) and require a manual action to resume delivery. (ii) The amount of fuel being dispensed shall be limited to an approved quantity by a preprogrammed card. (h) Spill containment. Each dispensing device shall have spill containment features for small spills, including either scored pavement grade away from adjacent structure or an oil/water separator. (i) Dispensing devices. Existing listed or labeled dispensing devices shall be permitted to be modified provided that the modifications made are "Listed by Report" by an approved testing laboratory or as otherwise approved by the fire code official. Modification proposals shall contain a description of the component parts used in the modification and the recommended methods of installation on specific dispensing devices. Modification proposals shall be made available to the fire code official upon request.

8 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 8 (j) Smoking prohibited. Gasoline and other flammable or combustible liquids shall be dispensed only by a person who is not smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited in the dispensing area. (k) Required fire protection. In addition to fire protection equipment otherwise required by this code, an unattended motor fuel-dispensing facility shall also include automatic fixed suppression systems, and automatic fire detection, and transmission of an alarm to an off-site approved supervising station in accordance with paragraph (C)(4)(a) ( ) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (l) Signage. Signs shall be provided in accordance with paragraphs (D)(2)(c)( ), (D)(2)(g)( ) and (D)(3)(e)( ) of this rule. (m) Signage material. All signs required by paragraph (D)(3)(l) ( ) of this rule shall be constructed of rigid, weather-resistant material. (4) Dispensing into portable containers. The dispensing of flammable or combustible liquids into portable containers shall comply with paragraphs (D) (4)(a)( ) to (D)(4)(c)( ) of this rule. (a) Approved containers required. Class I, II and IIIA liquids shall not be dispensed into a portable container unless such container is properly constructed of metal or other material approved by the fire code official, does not exceed a 6-gallon (22.7 L) capacity and has a tight closure with a screwed or spring-loaded cover so designed that the contents can be dispensed without spilling. Liquids shall not be dispensed into portable tanks or cargo tanks. (b) Nozzle operation. A hose nozzle valve used for dispensing Class I liquids into a portable container shall be in compliance with paragraph (F) (7)(f)( ) of this rule. No person shall utilize the automatic latchopen device during the dispensing operation. (c) Location of containers being filled. Portable containers shall not be filled while located inside the trunk, passenger compartment or truck bed of a vehicle. (E) Section 2205 Operational requirements (1) Tank filling operations for Class I, II or IIIA liquids. Delivery operations to tanks for Class I, II or IIIA liquids shall comply with paragraphs (E)(1)(a)

9 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 9 ( ) to (E)(1)(c)( ) of this rule and the applicable requirements of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (a) Delivery vehicle location. Where liquid delivery to aboveground storage tanks is accomplished by positive-pressure operation, tank vehicles shall be positioned a minimum of 25 feet (7620 mm) from tanks receiving Class I liquids and 15 feet (4572 mm) from tanks receiving Class II and IIIA liquids. (b) Tank capacity calculation. The driver, operator or attendant of a tank vehicle shall, before making delivery to a tank, determine the unfilled, available capacity of such tank in accordance with accepted industry practices. (c) Tank fill connections. Delivery of flammable liquids to tanks more than 1,000 gallons (3785 L) in capacity shall be made by means of approved liquid- and vapor-tight connections between the delivery hose and tank fill pipe. Where tanks are equipped with any type of vapor recovery system, all connections required to be made for the safe and proper functioning of the particular vapor recovery process shall be made. Such connections shall be made liquid and vapor tight and remain connected throughout the unloading process. Vapors shall not be discharged at grade level during delivery. (2) Equipment maintenance and inspection. Motor fuel-dispensing facility equipment shall be maintained in proper working order at all times in accordance with paragraphs (E)(2)(a)( ) to (E)(2)(e)( ) of this rule. (a) Inspections. Flammable and combustible liquid fuel dispensing and containment equipment shall be periodically inspected where required by the fire code official to verify that it is in proper working order and not subject to leakage. (b) Repairs and service. The fire code official is authorized to require damaged or unsafe containment and dispensing equipment to be repaired or serviced in an approved manner including, but not limited to, equipment that shows signs of physical damage, internal and external corrosion, leakage, brittleness, aging or undue wear and tear. (c) Dispensing devices. Where maintenance to Class I liquid dispensing devices becomes necessary and such maintenance could allow

10 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 10 the accidental release or ignition of liquid, the following precautions shall be taken before such maintenance is begun: (i) Only persons knowledgeable in performing the required maintenance shall perform the work. (ii) Electrical power to the dispensing device and pump serving the dispenser shall be shut off at the main electrical disconnect panel. (iii) The emergency shutoff valve at the dispenser, where installed, shall be closed. (iv) Vehicle traffic and unauthorized persons shall be prevented from coming within 12 feet (3658 mm) of the dispensing device. (d) Emergency shutoff valves. Automatic emergency shutoff valves required by paragraph (F)(7)(d)( ) of this rule shall be checked not less than once per year by manually tripping the hold-open linkage. (e) Leak detectors. Leak detection devices required by paragraph (F)(7)(g)(i)( ) of this rule shall be checked and tested at least annually in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications to ensure proper installation and operation. (3) Spill control. Provisions shall be made to prevent liquids spilled during dispensing operations from flowing into buildings. Acceptable methods include, but shall not be limited to, grading driveways, raising doorsills, or other approved means. (4) Sources of ignition. Smoking and open flames shall be prohibited in areas where fuel is dispensed. The engines of vehicles being fueled shall be shut off during fueling. Electrical equipment shall be in accordance with NFPA 70 as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (5) Fire extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers complying with paragraph (F)(906) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code with a minimum rating of 2-A:20-B:C shall be provided and located such that an extinguisher is not more than 75 feet ( mm) from pumps, dispensers or storage tank fillpipe openings. (6) Warning signs. Warning signs shall be conspicuously posted within sight of each dispenser in the fuel-dispensing area which indicate the following: (a) No smoking.

11 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 11 (b) Shut off motor. (c) Discharge your static electricity before fueling by touching a metal surface away from the nozzle. (d) To prevent static charge, do not reenter your vehicle while gasoline is pumping. (e) If a fire starts, do not remove nozzle-back away immediately. (f) It is unlawful and dangerous to dispense gasoline into unapproved containers. (g) No filling of portable containers in or on motor vehicle. Place container on ground before filling. (h) Persons using dispensers with hold-open latches must remain at the refueling point during refueling. (7) Control of brush and debris. Fenced and diked areas surrounding aboveground tanks shall be kept free from vegetation, debris and other material that is not necessary to the proper operation of the tank and piping system. Weeds, brush, trash and other combustible materials shall be kept not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from fuel-handling equipment. (F) Section 2206 Flammable and combustible liquid motor fuel-dispensing facilities (1) General. Storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code and paragraphs (F)(2)(2206.2) to (F)(6)(c)( ) of this rule. (2) Method of storage. Storage of Class I, II and IIIA flammable or combustible liquids at motor fuel-dispensing facilities to which the public does not have access, shall be stored in aboveground tanks in accordance with paragraphs (F)(2)(a)( ) of this rule or stored in underground tanks in accordance with 1301:7-9 of the Administrative Code. At motor fueldispensing facilities to which the public has access the only approved method of storage shall be in underground tanks in accordance with 1301:7-9 of the Administrative Code. Exception: Where approved by the fire code official in accordance with paragraph (J)(1)(2210.1) of this rule, the approved method of storage of Class I, II and IIIA flammable or combustible liquids at marine motor fuel-dispensing

12 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 12 facilities shall be in accordance with paragraphs (F)(2)(a)( ) to (F)(2) (f)( ) of this rule. (a) Underground tanks. Underground tanks for the storage of Class I, II and IIIA liquid motor fuels shall comply with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (i) Inventory control for underground tanks. Accurate daily inventory records shall be maintained and reconciled on underground fuel storage tanks for indication of possible leakage from tanks and piping. The records shall be kept at the premises or made available for inspection by the fire code official within 24 hours of a written or verbal request and shall include records for each product showing daily reconciliation between sales, use, receipts and inventory on hand. Where there is more than one system consisting of tanks serving separate pumps or dispensers for a product, the reconciliation shall be ascertained separately for each tank system. A consistent or accidental loss of product shall be immediately reported to the fire code official. (b) Above-ground tanks located inside buildings. Above-ground tanks for the storage of Class I, II and IIIA liquid fuels are allowed to be located in buildings. Such tanks shall be located in special enclosures complying with paragraph (F)(2)(f)( ) of this rule, in a liquid storage room or a liquid storage warehouse complying with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code, or shall be listed and labeled as protected aboveground tanks. (c) Above-ground tanks located outside, above grade. Above-ground tanks shall not be used for the storage of Class I, II or IIIA liquid fuels except as provided. Existing aboveground tank installations, even if previously approved, that are determined to constitute a hazard by the fire code official shall not be continued in service. Unsafe tanks shall be removed as required by the fire code official and in accordance with this code. (i) Above-ground tanks used for outside, above-grade storage of Class I liquids shall be listed and labeled as protected above-ground tanks and be in accordance with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Such tanks shall be located in accordance with Table of this rule.

13 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 13 Exception: An aboveground tank approved by an authoritative source listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code as a fire resistant tank may be utilized in lieu of a protected tank when installed in accordance with Table of this rule. (ii) Above-ground tanks used for above-grade storage of Class II or IIIA liquids are allowed to be protected above-ground tanks or, when approved by the fire code official, other above-ground tanks that comply with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Tank locations shall be in accordance with Table of this rule. (iii) Tanks containing fuels shall not exceed 12,000 gallons ( L) in individual capacity or 48,000 gallons ( L) in aggregate capacity. Installations with the maximum allowable aggregate capacity shall be separated from other such installations by not less than 100 feet ( mm). (iv) Tanks located at areas used for agricultural purposes and construction projects shall comply with paragraph (F)(2)(3406.2) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. For SI: 1 foot = mm, 1 gallon = L.

14 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 14 a. At fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities, no minimum separation distance is required. b. A fire resistant tank may be utilized in lieu of a protected tank when approved by the fire code official and installed in accordance with the distance requirements of NFPA 30A as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (d) Above-ground tanks located in above-grade vaults or belowgrade vaults. Above-ground tanks used for storage of Class I, II or IIIA liquid fuels are allowed to be installed in vaults located above grade or below grade in accordance with paragraph (D)(2)(h)( ) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code and shall comply with paragraphs (F)(2)(d)(i)( ) and (F)(2)(d)(ii)( ) of this rule. Tanks in above-grade vaults shall also comply with Table of this rule. (i) Tank capacity limits. Tanks storing Class I and Class II liquids at an individual site shall be limited to a maximum individual capacity of 15,000 gallons ( L) and an aggregate capacity of 48,000 gallons ( L). (ii) Fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities. Tanks storing Class II and Class IIIA liquids at a fleet vehicle motor fueldispensing facility shall be limited to a maximum individual fueling capacity of 20,000 gallons ( L) and an aggregate capacity of 80,000 gallons ( L). (e) Portable tanks. Where approved by the fire code official, portable tanks are allowed to be temporarily used in conjunction with the dispensing of Class I, II or IIIA liquids into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles or motorized equipment on premises not normally accessible to the public. The approval shall include a definite time limit. (f) Special enclosures. Where installation of tanks in accordance with paragraph (D)(2)(k)( ) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code is impractical, or because of property or building limitations, tanks for liquid fuels are allowed to be installed in buildings in special enclosures in accordance with all of the following: (i) The special enclosure shall be liquid tight and vapor tight. (ii) The special enclosure shall not contain backfill.

15 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 15 (iii) Sides, top and bottom of the special enclosure shall be of reinforced concrete at least 6 inches (152 mm) thick, with openings for inspection through the top only. (iv) Tanks connections shall be piped or closed such that neither vapors nor liquid can escape into the enclosed space between the special enclosure and any tanks inside the special enclosure. (v) Means shall be provided whereby portable equipment can be employed to discharge to the outside any vapors which might accumulate inside the special enclosure should leakage occur. (vi) Tanks containing Class I, II or IIIA liquids inside a special enclosure shall not exceed 6,000 gallons ( L) in individual capacity or 18,000 gallons ( L) in aggregate capacity. (vii) Each tank within special enclosures shall be surrounded by a clear space of not less than 3 feet (910 mm) to allow for maintenance and inspection. (3) Security. Aboveground tanks for the storage of liquid fuels shall be safeguarded from public access or unauthorized entry. Tanks shall be enclosed with a chain link fence at least 6 feet (1.8 m) high. The fence shall be separated from the tanks by at least 3 feet (0.9 m) and shall have a gate that is secured against unauthorized entry. Exceptions: 1. Fueling facilities that are located on a property that has a perimeter security fence. 2. Tanks that are enclosed in vaults. (4) Physical protection. Guard posts complying with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code or other approved means shall be provided to protect above-ground tanks against impact by a motor vehicle unless the tank is listed as a protected above-ground tank with vehicle impact protection. (5) Secondary containment. Above-ground tanks shall be provided with drainage control or diking in accordance with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Drainage control and diking is not required for listed secondary containment tanks. Secondary containment systems shall be monitored either visually or automatically. Enclosed secondary containment

16 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 16 systems shall be provided with emergency venting in accordance with paragraph (F)(6)(b)(v)( ) of this rule. (6) Piping, valves, fittings and ancillary equipment for use with flammable or combustible liquids. The design, fabrication, assembly, testing and inspection of piping valves, fittings and ancillary equipment for use with flammable or combustible liquids shall be in accordance with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code and paragraphs (F)(6)(a)( ) to (F)(6)(c)( ) of this rule. (a) Protection from damage. Piping shall be located such that it is protected from physical damage. (b) Piping, valves, fittings and ancillary equipment for above-ground tanks for Class I, II and IIIA liquids. Piping, valves, fittings and ancillary equipment for above-ground tanks shall comply with paragraphs (F)(6) (b)(i)( ) to (F)(6)(b)(vi)( ) of this rule. (i) Tank openings. Tank openings for above-ground tanks shall be through the top only. (ii) Fill-pipe connections. The fill pipe for above-ground tanks shall be provided with a means for making a direct connection to the tank vehicle's fuel-delivery hose so that the delivery of fuel is not exposed to the open air during the filling operation. Where any portion of the fill pipe exterior to the tank extends below the level of the top of the tank, a check valve shall be installed in the fill pipe not more than 12 inches (305 mm) from the fill-hose connection. (iii) Overfill protection. Overfill protection shall be provided for above-ground flammable and combustible liquid storage tanks in accordance with paragraphs (D)(2)(g)(v)(h)( ) and (D)(2)(i)(vii)(f)( ) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (iv) Siphon prevention. An approved anti-siphon method shall be provided in the piping system to prevent flow of liquid by siphon action. (v) Emergency relief venting. Above-ground storage tanks, tank compartments and enclosed secondary containment spaces shall be provided with emergency relief venting in accordance with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code.

17 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 17 (vi) Spill containers. A spill container having a capacity of not less than 5 gallons (19 L) shall be provided for each fill connection. For tanks with a top fill connection, spill containers shall be noncombustible and shall be fixed to the tank and equipped with a manual drain valve that drains into the primary tank. For tanks with a remote fill connection, a portable spill container is allowed. (c) Piping, valves, fittings and ancillary equipment for underground tanks. Piping, valves, fittings and ancillary equipment for underground tanks shall comply with rule 1301: of the Administrative Code and NFPA 30A as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (7) Fuel-dispensing systems for flammable or combustible liquids. The design, fabrication and installation of fuel-dispensing systems for flammable or combustible liquid fuels shall be in accordance with paragraphs (F)(7)(a) ( ) to (F)(7)(i)(ii)(d)( ) of this rule. Fuel-dispensing systems for alcohol blended fuels shall also comply with paragraphs (F)(8)(2206.8) of this rule. (a) Listed equipment. Electrical equipment, dispensers, hose, nozzles and submersible or subsurface pumps used in fuel-dispensing systems shall be listed. (b) Fixed pumps required. Class I and Class II liquids shall be transferred from tanks by means of fixed pumps designed and equipped to allow control of the flow and prevent leakage or accidental discharge. (c) Mounting of dispensers. Dispensing devices, except those installed on top of a protected above-ground tank that qualifies as vehicle-impact resistant, shall be protected against physical damage by mounting on a concrete island 6 inches (152 mm) or more in height, or shall be protected in accordance with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Dispensing devices shall be installed and securely fastened to their mounting surface in accordance with the dispenser manufacturer's instructions. Dispensing devices installed indoors shall be located in an approved position where they cannot be struck by an outof-control vehicle descending a ramp or other slope. (d) Dispenser emergency shutoff valve. An approved automatic emergency shutoff valve designed to close in the event of a fire or impact shall be properly installed in the liquid supply line at the base of each dispenser supplied by a remote pump. The valve shall be installed

18 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 18 so that the shear groove is flush with or within ½ inch (12.7 mm) of the top of the concrete dispenser island and there is clearance provided for maintenance purposes around the valve body and operating parts. The valve shall have a shear section or approved flexible connector for the liquid supply line emergency shutoff valve to function. Emergency shutoff valves shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, tested at the time of initial installation and at least yearly thereafter in accordance with paragraph (E)(2)(d)( ) of this rule. (e) Dispenser hose. Dispenser hoses shall be a maximum of 18 feet (5486 mm) in length unless otherwise approved. Dispenser hoses shall be approved. When not in use, hoses shall be reeled, racked or otherwise protected from damage. (i) Emergency breakaway devices. Dispenser hoses for Class I and II liquids shall be equipped with a listed emergency breakaway device designed to retain liquid on both sides of a breakaway point. Such devices shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Where hoses are attached to hoseretrieving mechanisms, the emergency breakaway device shall be located between the hose nozzle and the point of attachment of the hose-retrieval mechanism to the hose. (f) Fuel delivery nozzles. A listed automatic-closing-type hose nozzle valve with or without a latch-open device shall be provided on islandtype dispensers used for dispensing Class I, II or IIIA liquids. Overhead-type dispensing units shall be provided with a listed automaticclosing-type hose nozzle valve without a latch-open device. Exception: A listed automatic-closing-type hose nozzle valve with latchopen device is allowed to be used on overhead-type dispensing units where the design of the system is such that the hose nozzle valve will close automatically in the event the valve is released from a fill opening or upon impact with a driveway. (i) Special requirements for nozzles. Where dispensing of Class I, II or IIIA liquids is performed, a listed automatic-closingtype hose nozzle valve shall be used incorporating one of the following features:

19 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 19 (a) The hose nozzle valve shall be equipped with an integral latchopen device. (b) When the flow of product is normally controlled by devices or equipment other than the hose nozzle valve, the hose nozzle valve shall not be capable of being opened unless the delivery hose is pressurized. If pressure to the hose is lost, the nozzle shall close automatically. Exception: Vapor recovery nozzles incorporating insertion interlock devices designed to achieve shutoff on disconnect from the vehicle fill pipe. (c) The hose nozzle shall be designed such that the nozzle is retained in the fill pipe during the filling operation. (d) The system shall include listed equipment with a feature that causes or requires the closing of the hose nozzle valve before the product flow can be resumed or before the hose nozzle valve can be replaced in its normal position in the dispenser. (g) Remote pumping systems. Remote pumping systems for liquid fuels shall comply with paragraphs (F)(7)(g)(i)( ) and (F)(7)(g) (ii)( ) of this rule. (i) Leak detection. Where remote pumps are used to supply fuel dispensers, each pump shall have installed on the discharge side a listed leak detection device that will detect a leak in the piping and provide an indication to alert the operator of the presence of a leak. A leak detection device is not required if the piping from the pump discharge to under the dispenser is above ground and visible. (ii) Location. Remote pumps installed above grade, outside of buildings, shall be located not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from lines of adjoining property that can be built upon and not less than 5 feet (1524 mm) from any building opening. Where an outside pump location is impractical, pumps are permitted to be installed inside buildings as provided for dispensers in paragraph (A)(4) (2201.4) of this rule and rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Pumps shall be substantially anchored and protected against physical damage.

20 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 20 (h) Gravity and pressure dispensing. Flammable liquids shall not be dispensed by gravity from tanks, drums, barrels or similar containers. Flammable or combustible liquids shall not be dispensed by a device operating through pressure within a storage tank, drum or container. (i) Vapor-recovery and vapor-processing systems. Vapor-recovery and vapor-processing systems shall be in accordance with paragraphs (F) (7)(i)(a)( ) to (F)(7)(i)(ii)(d)( ) of this rule. (i) Vapor-recovery systems. Vapor recovery systems are systems designed to capture and retain, without processing, vapors displaced during transfer or filling operations. Vapor-recovery systems shall comply with paragraphs (F)(7)(i)(i)(a)( ) to (F)(7)(i)(i)(e)( ) of this rule. (a) Dispensing devices. Dispensing devices incorporating provisions for vapor recovery shall be listed and labeled. When existing listed or labeled dispensing devices are modified for vapor recovery, such modifications shall be listed by report by a nationally recognized testing laboratory or by an authoritative source listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. The listing by report shall contain a description of the component parts used in the modification and recommended method of installation on specific dispensers. Such report shall be made available on request of the fire code official. (b) Vapor-return line closeoff. A means shall be provided to prevent the discharge of vapor from dispensers when the product is not being dispensed. (c) Piping. Piping in vapor-recovery systems shall be in accordance with paragraph (C)(6)(3403.6) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Nonmetallic piping shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Vent piping shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C) (6)(3403.6) and (D)(2)(3404.2) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. Vapor return piping shall be installed in a manner that drains back to the tank, without sags or traps in which liquid can become trapped. If necessary, because of grade, condensate tanks are allowed in vapor return piping.

21 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 21 Condensate tanks shall be designed and installed so that they can be drained without opening. (d) Flexible joints and shear joints. Flexible joints shall be installed in accordance with paragraph (C)(6)(i) ( ) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. An approved shear joint shall be rigidly mounted and connected by a union in the vapor return piping at the base of each dispensing device. The shear joint shall be mounted flush with the top of the surface on which the dispenser is mounted. (e) Testing. Vapor return lines and vent piping shall be tested in accordance with paragraph (C)(6)(c)( ) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (ii) Vapor-processing systems. Vapor processing systems are designed to capture and process vapors displaced during transfer or filling operations by use of mechanical or chemical means. Vaporprocessing systems shall comply with paragraphs (F)(7)(i)(ii)(a) ( ) to (F)(7)(i)(ii)(d)( ) of this rule. (a) Equipment. Equipment in vapor-processing systems, including hose nozzle valves, vapor pumps, flame arresters, fire checks or systems for prevention of flame propagation controls and vapor-processing equipment, shall be individually listed for the intended use in a specified manner. Vapor-processing systems that introduce air into the underground piping or storage tanks shall be provided with equipment for prevention of flame propagation that has been tested and listed as suitable for the intended use. (b) Location. Vapor-processing equipment shall be located at or above grade. Sources of ignition shall be located not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) from fuel-transfer areas and not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above tank fill openings and tops of dispenser islands. Vapor-processing units shall be located not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from the nearest building or lot line of a property which can be built upon.

22 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 22 Exception: Where the required distances to buildings, lot lines or fuel-transfer areas cannot be obtained, means shall be provided to protect equipment against fire exposure. Acceptable means shall include but not be limited to: 1. Approved protective enclosures, which extend at least 18 inches (457 mm) above the equipment, constructed of fireresistant or noncombustible materials; or 2. Fire protection using an approved water-spray system. Vapor-processing equipment shall be located a minimum of 20 feet (6096 mm) from dispensing devices. Processing equipment shall be protected against physical damage by guardrails, curbs, protective enclosures or fencing. Where approved protective enclosures are used, approved means shall be provided to ventilate the volume within the enclosure to prevent pocketing of flammable vapors. Where a downslope exists toward the location of the vaporprocessing unit from a fuel-transfer area, the fire code official is authorized to require additional separation by distance and height. (c) Installation. Vapor-processing units shall be securely mounted on concrete, masonry or structural steel supports on concrete or other noncombustible foundations. Vapor-processing equipment is allowed to be installed on roofs when approved. (d) Piping. Piping for vapor processing systems shall be in accordance with paragraph (C)(6)(3403.6) of rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (8) Alcohol blended fuel-dispensing operations. The design, fabrication and installation of fuel-dispensing systems for alcohol blended fuels shall also be in accordance with paragraphs (F)(7)(2206.7) and paragraphs (F)(8)(a)( ) to (F)(8)(e)( ) of this rule. (a) Approval of equipment. Dispensers, hoses, nozzles, breakaway fittings, swivels, flexible connectors or dispenser emergency shutoff valves, vapor recovery systems and pumps used in alcohol blended fueldispensing systems shall be approved as that term is defined in this rule.

23 1301: TO BE RESCINDED 23 (b) Change of system contents. Fuel dispensing systems subject to change in contents from gasoline to alcohol blended fuels shall be subject to fire code official review and approval prior to commencing dispensing operations. (c) Facility identification. Facilities dispensing alcohol blended fuels shall be identified by marking the pipes in accordance with API 1637 as listed in rule 1301: of the Administrative Code or an approved means. (d) Marking. As approved by the state fire marshal, dispensers shall be marked to identify the types of alcohol blended fuels to be dispensed. (e) Maintenance and inspection. Equipment shall be maintained and inspected in accordance with paragraph (E)(2) ) of this rule. (G) Section 2207 Liquefied petroleum gas motor fuel-dispensing facilities (1) General. Motor fuel-dispensing facilities for liquefied petroleum gas (LPgas) fuel shall be in accordance with this paragraph and rule 1301: of the Administrative Code. (2) Approvals. Storage vessels and equipment used for the storage or dispensing of LP-gas shall be approved or listed in accordance with paragraphs (G)(2)(a)( ) and (G)(2)(b)( ) of this rule. (a) Approved equipment. Containers, pressure relief devices, (including pressure relief valves), pressure regulators and piping for LPgas shall be approved. (b) Listed equipment. Hoses, hose connections, vehicle fuel connections, dispensers, LP-gas pumps and electrical equipment used for LP-gas shall be listed. (3) Attendants. Motor fuel-dispensing operations for LP-gas shall be conducted by qualified attendants or in accordance with paragraph (G)(6) (2207.6) of this rule by persons trained in the proper handling of LP-gas. (4) Location of dispensing operations and equipment. In addition to the requirements of paragraph (F)(7)(2206.7) of this rule, the point of transfer for LP-gas dispensing operations shall be 25 feet (7620 mm) or more from buildings having combustible exterior wall surfaces, buildings having noncombustible exterior wall surfaces that are not part of a 1-hour fireresistance-rated assembly, or buildings having combustible overhangs, lot