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CHAPTER 22
MOTOR FUEL-DISPENSING FACILITIES AND REPAIR GARAGES
SECTION 2201 mounted above a dispensing area typically within the motor
GENERAL fuel-dispensing facility canopy structure,and characterized by
the use of an overhead hose reel.
2201.1 Scope. Automotive motor fuel-dispensing facilities,
marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities, fleet vehicle motor FLEET VEHICLE MOTOR FUEL-DISPENSING
fuel-dispensing facilities and repair garages shall be in accor- FACILITY.That portion of a commercial,industrial,govern-
dance with this chapter and the International Building Code, mental or manufacturing property where liquids used as fuels
International Fuel Gas Code and the International Mechanical are stored and dispensed into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles
Code. Such operations shall include both operations that are that are used in connection with such businesses,by persons
accessible to the public and private operations. within the employ of such businesses.
2201.2 Permits.Permits shall be required as set forth in Sec- LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS (LNG). A fluid in the liquid
II tion 105.6.For plans requirements for above-ground tanks,see state composed predominantly of methane and which may con-
Section 3401.4.1. tain minor quantities of ethane, propane, nitrogen or other
2201.3 Construction documents. Construction documents components normally found in natural gas.
shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the install a- MARINE MOTOR FUEL-DISPENSING FACILITY.That
tion or construction of automotive, marine or fleet vehicle portion of property where flammable or combustible liquids or
motor fuel-dispensing facilities and repair garages in accor- gases used as fuel for watercraft are stored and dispensed from
dance with Section 105.4. fixed equipment on shore,piers,wharves,floats or barges into
the fuel tanks of watercraft and shall include all other facilities
2201.4 Indoor motor fuel-dispensing facilities. Motor
fuel-dispensing facilities located inside buildings shall comply used in connection therewith.
with the International Building Code and NFPA 30A. NONRETAIL FACILITY. Means an unattended or dual
operations facility where Class I flammable liquids are dis-
2201.4.1 Protection of floor openings in indoor motor
pensed through a card or key activated fuel-dispensing device
fuel-dispensing facilities. Where motor fuel-dispensing
facilities are located inside buildings and the dispensers are by nonretail customers.
located above spaces within the building,openings beneath REPAIR GARAGE.A building, structure or portion thereof
dispensers shall be sealed to prevent the flow of leaked fuel used for servicing or repairing motor vehicles.
to lower building spaces.
RETAIL FACILITY.Means a facility that sells Class I flam-
2201.5 Electrical. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be mable liquids to the public in compliance with ORS 480.330.
suitable for the locations in which they are installed and shall
comply with Section 605, NFPA 30A and the International SELF-SERVICE MOTOR FUEL-DISPENSING FACIL-
Code Council Electrical Code Administrative Provisions. ITY.That portion of motor fuel-dispensing facility where liq-
uid motor fuels are dispensed from fixed approved dispensing
2201.6 Heat-producing appliances. Heat-producing appli- equipment into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles by persons
ances shall be suitable for the locations in which they are other than a motor fuel-dispensing facility attendant.
installed and shall comply with NFPA 30A and the Interna-
tional Fuel Gas Code or the International Mechanical Code.
SECTION 2203
SECTION 2202 LOCATION OF DISPENSING DEVICES
DEFINITIONS 2203.1 Location of dispensing dsevices.Dispensing devices
2202.1 Definitions.The following words and terms shall,for shall be located as follows:
the purposes of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this code, 1. Ten feet(3048 mm)or more from lot lines.
have the meanings shown herein. 2. Ten feet(3048 mm)or more from buildings having corn-
' I 2202.1.1 Limited application.For the purpose of Chapter 22,certain terms are defined as follows: bustible exterior wall surfaces or buildings having
noncombustible exterior wall surfaces that are not part of
AUTOMOTIVE MOTOR FUEL-DISPENSING FACIL- a 1-hour fire-resistance-rated assembly or buildings hav-
ITY.That portion of property where flammable or combustible ing combustible overhangs.
liquids or gases used as motor fuels are stored and dispensed Exception:Canopies constructed in accordance with
from fixed equipment into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles. the International Building Code providing weather
DISPENSING DEVICE, OVERHEAD TYPE. A dispens- protection for the fuel islands.
ing device that consists of one or more individual units 3. Such that all portions of the vehicle being fueled will be
intended for installation in conjunction with each other, on the premises of the motor fuel-dispensing facility.
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4. Such that the nozzle, when the hose is fully extended, 2204.2.5 (Not adopted) Communications. The attendant II
will not reach within 5 feet(1524 mm)of building open- shall be able to communicate with persons in the dispensing
ings. area at all times. An approved method of communicating
5. Twenty feet(6096 mm) or more from fixed sources of with the fire department shall be provided for the attendant.
ignition. 2204.3 Nonretail dispensing facilities.Nonretail dispensing
facilities shall comply with Sections 2204.3.1 through
2203.2 Emergency disconnect switches. An approved,
clearly identified and readily accessible emergency disconnect 2204.3.7.
switch shall be provided at an approved location, to stop the 2204.3.1 General.When nonretail dispensing facilities dis-
transfer of fuel to the fuel dispensers in the event of a fuel spill pensing flammable liquids are permitted,the owner or oper-
or other emergency.An emergency disconnect switch for exte- ator shall provide,and be accountable for,weekly site visits,
nor fuel dispensers shall be located within 100 feet (30 480 regular equipment inspection and maintenance.
mm)of,but not less than 20 feet(6096 mm)from,the fuel dis-
pensers. For interior fuel-dispensing operations, the emer- ORS 480.310 through 480.385 and OAR 837-020-0025
gency disconnect switch shall be installed at an approved through OAR 837-020-0125 are not a part of this code but
location. Such devices shall be distinctly labeled as: EMER- are reproduced or paraphrased here for the reader's conve-
GENCY FUEL SHUTOFF. Signs shall be provided in nience.
approved locations.
Self-service gasoline dispensing at retail is prohibited in Or-
egon. However, nonretail commercial fueling is allowed,
SECTION 2204 ORS 480.310 through 480.385 and OAR 837-020-0025
DISPENSING OPERATIONS through 837-020-0125 are the State of Oregon administra-
tive provisions pertaining to nonretail fueling sites includ-
2204.1 Supervision of dispensing.The dispensing of fuel at ing:definitions,operations,prohibitions,conditions of use,
motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be conducted by a quali- fire safety training, licensing, installations, certifications
fled attendant or shall be under the supervision of a qualified and record keeping,inspections and fees and penalties.
attendant at all times or shall be in accordance with Section
2204.3.
2204.3.2 Dispensers. Dispensing devices shall comply
I I 2204.2 (Not adopted)Attended self-service motor fuel-dis- with Section 2206.7.
pensing facilities.Attended self-service motor fuel-dispensing
facilities shall comply with Sections 2204.2.1 through 2204.3.3 Emergency controls.Approved emergency con-
2204.2.5.Attended self-service motor fuel-dispensing facilities trols shall be provided in accordance with Section 2203.2.
shall have at least one qualified attendant on duly while the Emergency controls shall be of a type which is only manu-
facility is open for business. The attendant's primary function ally resettable.
shall be to supervise, observe and control the dispensing of 2204.3.4 Operating instructions. Dispenser operating
fuel.The attendant shall prevent the dispensing offuel into con-
tainers that do not comply with Section 2204.4.1, control instructions shall be conspicuously posted in approved loca-
sources of ignition, give immediate attention to accidental tions on every dispenser and shall indicate the location of
spills or releases, and be prepared to use fire extinguishers. the emergency controls required by Section 2204.3.3.
I 2204.2.1 (Not adopted) Special-type dispensers. 2204.3.5 Emergency procedures.An approved emergency
Approved special-dispensing devices and systems such as, procedures sign,in addition to the signs required by Section
but not limited to,card-or coin-operated and remote-preset 2205.6, shall be posted in a conspicuous location and shall
types, are allowed at motor fuel-dispensing facilities pro- read:
vided there is at least one qualified attendant on duty while IN CASE OF FIRE,SPILL OR RELEASE
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 1.USE EMERGENCY PUMP SHUTOFF
dispenser cannot be activated without the knowledge of the
attendant. 2.REPORT THE ACCIDENT!
I I 2204.2.2 (Not adopted) Emergency controls. Approved FIRE DEPARTMENT TELEPHONE NO.
emergency controls shall be provided in accordance with FACILITY ADDRESS
Section 2203.2.
I I 2204.2.3 (Not adopted) Operating instructions. Dis- 2204.3.6 Communications. A telephone not requiring a
penser operating instructions shall be conspicuously posted coin to operate or other approved,clearly identified means
in approved locations on every dispenser. to notify the fire department shall be provided on the site in a
location approved by the fire code official.
I I 2204.2.4(Not adopted)Obstructions to view.Dispensing
devices shall be in clear view of the attendant at all times. 2204.3.7 Quantity limits. Dispensing equipment used at
Obstructions shall not be placed between the dispensing unsupervised locations shall comply with one of the follow-
area and the attendant. ing:
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1. Dispensing devices shall be programmed or set to 2205.2 Equipment maintenance and inspection. Motor
limit uninterrupted fuel delivery to 40 gallons(152 L) fuel-dispensing facility equipment shall be maintained in
and require a manual action to resume delivery. proper working order at all times in accordance with Sections
Exception: Class II or ILIA liquids may be pro- 2205.2.1 through 2205.2.3.
grammed or set to limit uninterrupted fuel delivery of 2205.2.1 Dispensing devices.Where maintenance to Class
up to 250 gallons(950 L). I liquid dispensing devices becomes necessary and such
2. The amount of fuel being dispensed shall be limited in maintenance could allow the accidental release or ignition
quantity by a preprogrammed card as approved. of liquid, the following precautions shall be taken before
such maintenance is begun:
2204.4 Dispensing into portable containers.The dispensing 1. Only persons knowledgeable in performing the
of flammable or combustible liquids into portable approved required maintenance shall perform the work.
containers shall comply with Sections 2204.4.1 through
2204.4.3. 2. Electrical power to the dispensing device and pump
serving the dispenser shall be shut off at the main
2204.4.1 Approved containers required. Class I, II and electrical disconnect panel.
IIIA liquids shall not be dispensed into a portable container
unless such container is of approved material and construc- 3. The emergency shutoff valve at the dispenser,where
tion,and has a tight closure with screwed or spring-loaded installed,shall be closed.
cover so designed that the contents can be dispensed with- 4. Vehicle traffic and unauthorized persons shall be pre-
out spilling. Liquids shall not be dispensed into portable vented from coming within 12 feet(3658 mm)of the
tanks or cargo tanks. dispensing device.
2204.4.2 Nozzle operation. A hose nozzle valve used for 2205.2.2 Emergency shutoff valves. Automatic emer-
dispensing Class I liquids into a portable container shall be gency shutoff valves required by Section 2206.7.4 shall be
in compliance with Section 2206.7.6 and be manually held checked not less than once per year by manually tripping the
open during the dispensing operation. hold-open linkage.
2204.4.3 Location of containers being filled. Portable 2205.2.3 Leak detectors.Leak detection devices required
containers shall not be filled while located inside the trunk, by Section 2206.7.7.1 shall be checked and tested at least
passenger compartment or truck bed of a vehicle. annually in accordance with the manufacturer's specifica-
tions to ensure proper installation and operation.
2205.3 Spill control.Provisions shall be made to prevent liq-
SECTION 2205 uids spilled during dispensing operations from flowing into
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS buildings.Acceptable methods include,but shall not be limited
• to, grading driveways, raising doorsills, or other approved
2205.1 Tank filling operations for Class I,II or IIIA liquids. means.
Delivery operations to tanks for Class I,II or IIIA liquids shall
comply with Sections 2205.1.1 through 2205.1.3 and the appli- 2205.4 Sources of ignition.Smoking and open flames shall be
cable requirements of Chapter 34. prohibited within 25 feet(7620 mm)of fueling operations.The
engines of vehicles being fueled shall be shut off during fuel-
2205.1.1 Delivery vehicle location.Where liquid delivery ing.Electrical equipment shall be in accordance with the Inter-
to above-ground storage tanks is accomplished by posi- national Code Council Electrical Code Administrative
tive-pressure operation,tank vehicles shall be positioned a Provisions.
minimum of 25 feet(7620 mm)from tanks receiving Class I
liquids and 15 feet(4572 mm)from tanks receiving Class II 2205.5 Fire extinguishers. Approved portable fire
and IIIA liquids. extinguishers complying with Section 906 with a minimum
rating of 2-A:20-B:C shall be provided and located such that an
2205.1.2 Tank capacity calculation.The driver, operator extinguisher is not more than 75 feet(22 860 mm)from pumps,
or attendant of a tank vehicle shall,before making delivery dispensers or storage tank fill-pipe openings.
to a tank,determine the unfilled,available capacity of such
tank by an approved gauging device. 2205.6 Warning signs.Warning signs shall be conspicuously
posted within sight of each dispenser in the fuel-dispensing
2205.1.3 Tank fill connections.Delivery of flammable liq- area and shall state the following:
uids to tanks more than 1,000 gallons(3785 L)in capacity 1. No smoking.
shall be made by means of approved liquid-and vapor-tight
connections between the delivery hose and tank fill pipe. 2. Shut off motor.
Where tanks are equipped with any type of vapor recovery 3. Discharge your static electricity before fueling by touch-
system,all connections required to be made for the safe and ing a metal surface away from the nozzle.
proper functioning of the particular vapor recovery process
shall be made. Such connections shall be made liquid and 4. To prevent static charge, do not reenter your vehicle
vapor tight and remain connected throughout the unloading while gasoline is pumping.
process.Vapors shall not be discharged at grade level during 5. If a fire starts, do not remove nozzle—use emergency
delivery. fuel shut off.
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6. It is unlawful and dangerous to dispense gasoline into 2. Above-ground tanks used for above-grade storage of
unapproved containers. Class II or IIIA liquids are allowed to be protected
7. No filling of portable containers in or on a motor vehicle. above-ground tanks or, when approved by the fire
code official, other above-ground tanks that comply
Place container on ground before filling.
with Chapter 34. Tank locations shall be in accor-
2205.7 Control of brush and debris.Fenced and diked areas dance with Table 2206.2.3.
surrounding above-ground tanks shall be kept free from vege- 3. Protected tanks containing fuels shall not exceed
tation, debris and other material that is not necessary to the 12,000 gallons (45 420 L) in individual capacity or
proper operation of the tank and piping system. 48,000 gallons (181 680 L) in aggregate capacity.
Weeds, grass,brush, trash and other combustible materials Other tanks shall not exceed 6,000 gallons(22 712 L)
shall be kept not less than 10 feet(3048 mm) from fuel-han- in individual capacity or 18,000 gallons(68 137 L)in
dling equipment. aggregate capacity. Installations with the maximum
allowable aggregate capacity shall be separated from
other such installations by not less than 100 feet (30
SECTION 2206 480 mm).
FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID MOTOR Exception:Tanks containing Class II or IIIA liquids
FUEL-DISPENSING FACILITIES maybe of greater capacity when approved by the fire
2206.1 General. Storage of flammable and combustible liq- code official.
uids shall be in accordance with Chapter 34 and this section. 4. Tanks located at farms,construction projects,or rural
2206.2 Method of storage.Approved methods of storage for areas shall comply with Section 3406.2.
Class I,II and IIIA liquid fuels at motor fuel-dispensing facili- 2206.2.4 Above-ground tanks located in above-grade
ties shall be in accordance with Sections 2206.2.1 through vaults or below-grade vaults. Above-ground tanks used
2206.2.5. for storage of Class I, II or IIIA liquid motor fuels are
2206.2.1 Underground tanks.Underground tanks for the allowed to be installed in vaults located above grade or
storage of Class I,II and IIIA liquid fuels shall comply with below grade in accordance with Section 3404.2.8 and shall
Chapter 34. comply with Sections 2206.2.4.1 and 2206.2.4.2. Tanks in
above-grade vaults shall also comply with Table 2206.2.3.
2206.2.1.1 Inventory control for underground tanks.
Accurate daily inventory records shall be maintained and 2206.2.4.1 Tank capacity limits.Tanks storing Class I
reconciled on underground fuel storage tanks for indica- and Class II liquids at an individual site shall be]im-
tion of possible leakage from tanks and piping. The ited to a maximum individual capacity of 15,000 gal-
records shall be kept at the premises or made available Ions (56 775 L) and an aggregate capacity of 48,000
for inspection by the fire code official within 24 hours of gallons(181 680 L).
a written or verbal request and shall include records for 2206.2.4.2 Fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facili-
each product showing daily reconciliation between ties. Tanks storing Class II and Class IIIA liquids at a
sales,use,receipts and inventory on hand.Where there is fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facility shall be lim-
more than one system consisting of tanks serving sepa- ited to a maximum individual capacity of 20,000 gallons
rate pumps or dispensers for a product,the reconciliation (75 700 L)and an aggregate capacity of 80,000 gallons
shall be ascertained separately for each tank system. A (302 800 L).
consistent or accidental loss of product shall be immedi-
ately reported to the fire code official. 2206.2.5 Portable tanks.Where approved by the fire code
official,portable tanks are allowed to be temporarily used in
2206.2.2 Above-ground tanks located inside buildings. conjunction with the dispensing of Class I,II or IIIA liquids
Above-ground tanks for the storage of Class I,II and IIIA into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles or motorized equip-
liquid fuels are allowed to be located in buildings. Such ment on premises not normally accessible to the public.The
tanks shall be located in special enclosures complying with approval shall include a definite time limit.
Section 2206.2.6,in a liquid storage room or a liquid storage
warehouse complying with Chapter 34, or shall be listed 2206.2.6 Special enclosures.Where installation of tanks in
and labeled as protected above-ground tanks. accordance with Section 3404.2.11 is impractical, or
because of property or building limitations,tanks for liquid
2206.2.3 Above-ground tanks located outside, above motor fuels are allowed to be installed in buildings in special
grade.Above-ground tanks shall not be used for the storage enclosures in accordance with all of the following:
of Class I,II or IIIA liquid motor fuels except as provided by
this section. 1. The special enclosure shall be liquid tight and vapor
tight.
1. Above-ground tanks used for outside, above-grade
storage of Class I liquids shall be listed and labeled as 2. The special enclosure shall not contain backfill.
protected above-ground tanks or, when approved by 3. Sides,top and bottom of the special enclosure shall be
the fire code official, other above-ground tanks that of reinforced concrete at least 6 inches (152 mm)
comply with Chapter 34. Such tanks shall be located thick, with openings for inspection through the top
in accordance with Table 2206.2.3. only.
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TABLE 2206.2.3
MINIMUM SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ABOVE-GROUND TANKS
MINIMUM DISTANCE
FROM LOT LINE
MINIMUM DISTANCE THAT IS OR CAN BE
FROM NEAREST BUILT UPON, MINIMUM DISTANCE
IMPORTANT MINIMUM DISTANCE INCLUDING THE FROM NEAREST
INDIVIDUAL TANK BUILDING ON SAME FROM NEAREST OPPOSITE SIDE OF SIDE OF ANY 5 MINIMUM DISTANCE
CLASS OF LIQUID CAPACITY PROPERTY FUEL DISPENSER A PUBLIC WAY PUBLIC WAY ' BETWEEN TANKS
AND TANK TYPE (gallons) (feet) (feel) (feet) (feet) (feet)
Class I protected Less than or equal 5 25 15 5 3
above-ground _ to 6,000
tanks Greater than 6,000 15 25a 25 15 3
Class II and III
protected Same as Class I Same as Class I Same as Class I Same as Class I Same as Class I Same as Class I
above-ground
tanks
Separate
Tanks in vaults 0-20,000 Ob 0 0 b 0 compartment
required for each
tank
Other tanks All 50 50" 100 50 3
For SI: I foot=304.8 mm, 1 gallon=3.785 L.
a. At fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities,no minimum separation distance is required.
b. Underground vaults shall be located such that they will not be subject to loading from nearby structures,or they shall be designed to accommodate applied loads
from existing or future structures that can be built nearby.
4. Tank connections shall be piped or closed such that 2206.6 Piping,valves,fittings and ancillary equipment for
neither vapors nor liquid can escape into the enclosed use with flammable or combustible liquids.The design,fab-
space between the special enclosure and any tanks rication,assembly,testing and inspection of piping,valves,fit-
inside the special enclosure. tings and ancillary equipment for use with flammable or
• combustible liquids shall be in accordance with Chapter 34 and
5. Means shall be provided whereby portable equipment
can be employed to discharge to the outside any Sections 2206.6.1 through 2206.6.3.
vapors which might accumulate inside the special 2206.6.1 Protection from damage.Piping shall be located
enclosure should leakage occur. such that it is protected from physical damage.
6. Tanks containing Class I,II or IIIA liquids inside a 2206.6.2 Piping,valves,fittings and ancillary equipment
special enclosure shall not exceed 6,000 gallons for above-ground tanks for Class I,II and IIIA liquids.
(22 710 L)in individual capacity or 18,000 gallons Piping, valves, fittings and ancillary equipment for
(68 130 L) in aggregate capacity. above-ground tanks shall comply with Sections 2206.6.2.1
7. Each tank within special enclosures shall be sur- through 2206.6.2.6.
rounded by a clear space of not less than 3 feet(910 2206.6.2.1 Tank openings. Tank openings for
mm)to allow for maintenance and inspection. above-ground tanks shall be through the top only.
2206.3 Security.Above-ground tanks for the storage of liquid 2206.6.2.2 Fill-pipe connections. The fill pipe for
motor fuels shall be safeguarded from public access or unau- above-ground tanks shall be provided with a means for
thorized entry in an approved manner. making a direct connection to the tank vehicle's
2206.4 Physical protection.Guard posts complying with Sec- fuel-delivery hose so that the delivery of fuel is not
tion 312 or other approved means shall be provided to protect exposed to the open air during the filling operation.
above-ground tanks against impact by a motor vehicle unless Where any portion of the fill pipe exterior to the tank
the tank is listed as a protected above-ground tank with vehicle extends below the level of the top of the tank, a check
impact protection. valve shall be installed in the fill pipe not more than 12
inches(305 mm)from the fill-hose connection.
2206.5 Secondary containment.Above-ground tanks shall be 2206.6.2.3 Overfill protection.Overfill protection shall
provided with drainage control or diking in accordance with be provided for above-ground flammable and combusti-
Chapter 34. Drainage control and diking is not required for ble liquid storage tanks in accordance with Sections
listed secondary containment tanks. Secondary containment 3404.2.7.5.8 and 3404.2.9.6.6.
systems shall be monitored either visually or automatically.
Enclosed secondary containment systems shall be provided 2206.6.2.4 Siphon prevention.An approved antisiphon
with emergency venting in accordance with Section method shall be provided in the piping system to prevent
2206.6.2.5. flow of liquid by siphon action.
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2206.6.2.5 Emergency relief venting. Above-ground 2206.7.5 Dispenser hose.Dispenser hoses shall be a maxi-
storage tanks,tank compartments and enclosed second- mum of 18 feet (5486 mm) in length unless otherwise
ary containment spaces shall be provided with emer- approved. Dispenser hoses shall be listed and approved.
gency relief venting in accordance with Chapter 34. When not in use,hoses shall be reeled,racked or otherwise
2206.6.2.6 Spill containers. A spill container having a protected from damage.
capacity of not less than 5 gallons (19 L) shall be pro- 2206.7.5.1 Breakaway devices. Dispenser hoses for
vided for each fill connection. For tanks with a top fill Class I and II liquids shall be equipped with a listed
connection,spill containers shall be noncombustible and emergency breakaway device designed to retain liquid
shall be fixed to the tank and equipped with a manual on both sides of a breakaway point.Such devices shall be
drain valve that drains into the primary tank. For tanks installed and maintained in accordance with the manu-
with a remote fill connection,a portable spill container is facturer's instructions. Where hoses are attached to
allowed. hose-retrieving mechanisms,the emergency breakaway
2206.6.3 Piping,valves,fittings and ancillary equipment device shall be located between the hose nozzle and the
for underground tanks.Piping,valves,fittings and anvil- point of attachment of the hose-retrieval mechanism to
lary equipment for underground tanks shall comply with the hose.
Chapter 34 and NFPA 30A. 2206.7.6 Fuel delivery nozzles. A listed automatic-clos-
2206.7 Fuel-dispensing systems for flammable or combus- ing-type hose nozzle valve with or without a latch-open
tible liquids. The design, fabrication and installation of device shall be provided on island-type dispensers used for
fuel-dispensing systems for flammable or combustible liquid dispensing Class I,II or IIIA liquids.
fuels shall be in accordance with Sections 2206.7.1 through Overhead-type dispensing units shall be provided with a
2206.7.9.2.4. listed automatic-closing-type hose nozzle valve without a
2206.7.1 Listed equipment.Electrical equipment,dispens- latch-open device.
ers, hose, nozzles and submersible or subsurface pumps Exception:A listed automatic-closing-type hose nozzle
used in fuel-dispensing systems shall be listed. valve with latch-open device is allowed to be used on
2206.7.2 Fixed pumps required.Class I and II liquids shall overhead type dispensing units where the design of the
be transferred from tanks by means of fixed pumps designed system is such that the hose nozzle valve will close auto-
and equipped to allow control of the flow and prevent leak- matically in the event the valve is released from a fill
age or accidental discharge. opening or upon impact with a driveway.
2206.7.3 Mounting of dispensers. Dispensing devices 2206.7.6.1 Special requirements for nozzles. Where
except those installed on top of a protected above-ground dispensing of Class I,II or Ha liquids is performed, a
tank that qualifies as vehicle-impact resistant,shall be pro- listed automatic-closing-type hose nozzle valve shall be
•
tected against physical damage by mounting on a concrete used incorporating all of the following features:
island 6 inches(152 mm)or more in height,or shall be pro- 1. The hose nozzle valve shall be equipped with an
tected in accordance with Section 312.Dispensing devices integral latch-open device.
shall be installed and securely fastened to their mounting 2 When the flow of product is normally controlled
surface in accordance with the dispenser manufacturer's by devices or equipment other than the hose nozzle
instructions. Dispensing devices installed indoors shall be valve,the hose nozzle valve shall not be capable of
located in an approved position where they cannot be struck
by an out-of-control vehicle descending a ramp or other being opened unless the delivery hose is pressur-
slope. ized.If pressure to the hose is lost,the nozzle shall
close automatically.
2206.7.4 Dispenser emergency valve.An approved auto-
matic emergency shutoff valve designed to close in the Exception:Vapor recovery nozzles incorporat-
event of a fire or impact shall be properly installed in the liq- ing insertion interlock devices designed to
uid supply line at the base of each dispenser supplied by a achieve shutoff on disconnect from the vehicle
remote pump. The valve shall be installed so that the shear fill pipe.
groove is flush with or within'/2 inch(12.7 mm)of the top of 3. The hose nozzle shall be designed such that the
the concrete dispenser island and there is clearance pro- nozzle is retained in the fill pipe during the filling
vided for maintenance purposes around the valve body and operation.
operating parts.The valve shall be installed at the liquid sup- 4. The system shall include listed equipment with a
ply line inlet of each overhead-type dispenser. Where feature that causes or requires the closing of the
installed, a vapor return line located inside the dispenser hose nozzle valve before the product flow can be
housing shall have a shear section or approved flexible con- resumed or before the hose nozzle valve can be
nector for the liquid supply line emergency shutoff valve to replaced in its normal position in the dispenser.
function. Emergency shutoff valves shall be installed and
maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instruc- 2206.7.7 Remote pumping systems.Remote pumping sys-
tions, tested at the time of initial installation and at least tems for liquid fuels shall comply with Sections 2206.7.7.1
yearly thereafter in accordance with Section 2205.2.2. and 2206.7.7.2.
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2206.7.7.1 Leak detection. Where remote pumps are densate tanks shall be designed and installed so that
used to supply fuel dispensers, each pump shall have they can be drained without opening.
installed on the discharge side a listed leak detection 2206.7.9.1.4 Flexible joints and shear joints.Flexi-
device that will detect a leak in the piping and dispensers
i and provide an indication.A leak detection device is not ble joints shall be installed in accordance with Section
required if the piping from the pump discharge to under 3403.6.9.
the dispenser is above ground and visible. An approved shear joint shall be rigidly mounted
2206.7.7.2 Location. Remote pumps installed above and connected by a union in the vapor return piping at
grade,outside of buildings,shall be located not less than the base of each dispensing device. The shear joint
10 feet(3048 mm)from lines of adjoining property that shall be mounted flush with the top of the surface on
can be built upon and not less than 5 feet(1524 mm)from which the dispenser is mounted.
any building opening.Where an outside pump location is 2206.7.9.1.5 Testing.Vapor return lines and vent pip-
impractical, pumps are permitted to be installed inside ing shall be tested in accordance with Section
buildings as provided for dispensers in Section 2201.4 3403.6.3.
and Chapter 34. Pumps shall be substantially anchored 2206.7.9.2 Vapor-processing systems. Vapor-process-
and protected against physical damage. ing systems shall comply with Sections 2206.7.9.2.1
2206.7.8 Gravity and pressure dispensing. Flammable through 2206.7.9.2.4.
liquids shall not be dispensed by gravity from tanks,drums,
barrels or similar containers.Flammable or combustible liq- 2206.7.9.2.1 Equipment. Equipment in vapor-pro-
uids shall not be dispensed by a device operating through cessing systems,including hose nozzle valves,vapor
pressure within a storage tank,drum or container. pumps,flame arresters,fire checks or systems for pre-
vention of flame propagation,controls and vapor-pro-
2206.7.9 Vapor-recovery and vapor-processing systems. cessing equipment,shall be individually listed for the
Vapor-recovery and vapor-processing systems shall be in intended use in a specified manner.
accordance with Sections 2206.7.9.1 through 2206.7.9.2.4. Vapor-processing systems that introduce air into
2206.7.9.1 Vapor-balance systems.Vapor-balance sys- the underground piping or storage tanks shall be pro-
tems shall comply with Sections 2206.7.9.1.1 through vided with equipment for prevention of flame propa-
2206.7.9.1.5. gation that has been tested and listed as suitable for
2206.7.9.1.1 Dispensing devices. Dispensing the intended use.
devices incorporating provisions for vapor recovery 2206.7.9.2.2 Location.Vapor-processing equipment
shall be listed and labeled. When existing listed or shall be located at or above grade.Sources of ignition
labeled dispensing devices are modified for vapor shall be located not less than 50 feet (15 240 mm)
recovery,such modifications shall be listed by report from fuel-transfer areas and not less than 18 inches
by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.The list- (457 mm) above tank fill openings and tops of dis-
ing by report shall contain a description of the compo- penser islands. Vapor-processing units shall be
nent parts used in the modification and recommended located not less than 10 feet(3048 mm)from the near-
method of installation on specific dispensers. Such est building or lot line of a property which can be built
report shall be made available on request of the fire upon.
code official.
Exception:Where the required distances to build-
Means shall be provided to shut down fuel dispens- ings, lot lines or fuel-transfer areas cannot be
ing in the event the vapor return line becomes obtained, means shall be provided to protect
blocked. equipment against fire exposure. Acceptable
2206.7.9.1.2 Vapor-return line closeoff.An accept- means shall include but not be limited to:
able method shall be provided to close off the vapor 1. Approved protective enclosures, which
return line from dispensers when the product is not extend at least 18 inches(457 mm)above the
being dispensed. equipment, constructed of fire-resistant or
2206.7.9.1.3 Piping.Piping in vapor-balance systems noncombustible materials;or
shall be in accordance with Sections 3403.6,3404.2.9 2. Fire protection using an approved water-
and 3404.2.11. Nonmetallic piping shall be installed spray system.
in accordance with the manufacturer's installation Vapor-processing equipment shall be located a
instructions. minimum of 20 feet (6096 mm) from dispensing
Existing and new vent piping shall be in accor- devices. Processing equipment shall be protected
dance with Sections 3403.6 and 3404.2.Vapor return against physical damage by guardrails,curbs,protec-
piping shall be installed in a manner that drains back tive enclosures or fencing. Where approved protec-
to the tank,without sags or traps in which liquid can tive enclosures are used, approved means shall be
become trapped.If necessary,because of grade,con- provided to ventilate the volume within the enclosure
densate tanks are allowed in vapor return piping.Con- to prevent pocketing of flammable vapors.
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MOTOR FUEL-DISPENSING FACILITIES AND REPAIR GARAGES
Where a downslope exists toward the location of that are part of a fire-resistance-rated assembly having a rating
the vapor-processing unit from a fuel-transfer area, of 1 hour or more.
the fire code official is authorized to require addi Exception: The point of transfer for LP-gas dispensing
tional separation by distance and height. operations need not be separated from canopies that are con-
2206.7.9.2.3 Installation. Vapor-processing units structed in accordance with the International Building Code
shall be securely mounted on concrete, masonry or and which provide weather protection for the dispensing
structural steel supports on concrete or other equipment.
noncombustible foundations. Vapor-recovery and
LP-gas containers shall be located in accordance with Chap-
vapor-processing equipment is allowed to be installed
on roofs when approved. ter 38. LP-gas storage and dispensing equipment shall be
located outdoors and in accordance with Section 2206.7.
2206.7.9.2.4 Piping. Piping in a mechanical-assist
system shall be in accordance with Sections 3403.6. 2207.5 Installation of LP-gas dispensing devices and equip-
ment.The installation and operation of LP-gas dispensing sys-
tems shall be in accordance with Sections 2207.5.1 through
SECTION 2207 2207.5.3 and Chapter 38. LP-gas dispensers and dispensing
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS MOTOR stations shall be installed in accordance with the manufac-
FUEL-DISPENSING FACILITIES turer's specifications and their listing.
2207.1 General.Motor fuel-dispensing facilities for liquefied 2207.5.1 Valves. A manual shutoff valve and an excess
petroleum gas (LP-gas) fuel shall be in accordance with this flow-control check valve shall be located in the liquid line
section and Chapter 38. Refer to ORS 480.410 through between the pump and the dispenser inlet where the dis-
480.490 and OAR 837-030-0100 through 837-030-0280 for pensing device is installed at a remote location and is not
administrative provisions pertaining to LP-gas licensing and part of a complete storage and dispensing unit mounted on a
notification of LP-gas installations. common base.
ORS 480.410 through 480.490 and OAR 837-030-0100 An excess flow-control check valve or an emergency
through 837-030-0280 are not a part of this code but are re-
produced shutoff valve shall be installed in or on the dispenser at the
or paraphrased here for the reader's convenience. point at which the dispenser hose is connected to the liquid
piping. A differential backpressure valve shall be consid-
ORS 480.410 through 480.490 and OAR 837-030-0100 ered equivalent protection.
through 837-030-0280 are the State of Oregon administra-
tive provisions pertaining to LP-gas including: definitions, A listed shutoff valve shall be located at the discharge end
fire and life safety standards,licensing,installations,exami- of the transfer hose.
nations and fees and penalties. 2207.5.2 Hoses. Hoses and piping for the dispensing of
LP-gas shall be provided with hydrostatic relief valves.The
2207.2 Approvals.Storage vessels and equipment used for the hose length shall not exceed 18 feet (5486 mm). An
storage or dispensing of LP-gas shall be approved or listed in approved method shall be provided to protect the hose
accordance with Sections 2207.2.1 and 2207.2.2. against mechanical damage.
2207.2.1 Approved equipment.Containers,pressure relief 2207.5.3 Vehicle impact protection. Vehicle impact pro-
devices(including pressure relief valves),pressure regula- tection for LP-gas storage containers,pumps and dispensers
tors and piping for LP-gas shall be approved. shall be provided in accordance with Section 2206.4.
2207.2.2 Listed equipment. Hoses, hose connections, 2207.E Private fueling of motor vehicles.Self-service LP-gas
vehicle fuel connections, dispensers, LP-gas pumps and dispensing systems,including key,code and card lock dispens
ing systems,shall not be open to the public and shall be limited
electrical equipment used for LP-gas shall be listed.
to the filling of permanently mounted fuel containers on
2207.3 Attendants. Motor fuel-dispensing operations for LP-gas powered vehicles.
LP-gas shall be conducted by qualified attendants or in actor- In addition to the requirements of Sections 2205 and 2206.7,
dance with Section 2207.6 by persons trained in the proper self-service LP-gas dispensing systems shall be in accordance
handling of LP-gas. with the following:
2207.4 Location of dispensing operations and equipment. 1. The system shall be provided with an emergency shutoff
In addition to the requirements of Section 2206.7,the point of switch located within 100 feet(30 480 mm)of,but not
transfer for LP-gas dispensing operations shall be 25 feet(7620 less than 20 feet(6096 mm)from,dispensers.
mm)or more from buildings having combustible exterior wall 2. The owner of the LP-gas motor fuel-dispensing facility
surfaces, buildings having noncombustible exterior wall sur- shall provide for the safe operation of the system and the
faces that are not part of a 1-hour fire-resistance-rated assem- training of users.
bly, or buildings having combustible overhangs, lot lines of
property which could be built on,public streets,or sidewalks 2207.7 Overfilling. LP-gas containers shall not be filled in
and railroads;and at least 10 feet(3048 mm)from driveways excess of the fixed outage installed by the manufacturer or the
and buildings having noncombustible exterior wall surfaces weight stamped on the tank.
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