NFPA 30 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Flashcards
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Under NFPA 30, which type of vent pipe is required on an above-ground atmospheric storage tank containing Class I liquids?
Answer: Flame arrester or pressure-vacuum vent
NFPA 30 requires above-ground atmospheric tanks storing Class I liquids to be equipped with a flame arrester or pressure-vacuum vent to prevent ignition of vapors.
According to NFPA 30, what is the minimum distance between a flammable liquid dispensing station and any ignition source?
Answer: 20 feet
NFPA 30 requires a minimum separation of 20 feet between flammable liquid dispensing operations and potential ignition sources.
Under NFPA 30, what is the definition of a 'flammable liquid' based on flash point?
Answer: Flash point below 100°F
NFPA 30 defines a flammable liquid as one with a flash point below 100°F, distinguishing it from combustible liquids which have higher flash points.
According to NFPA 30, what is required when a leak is detected in an underground storage tank system?
Answer: Immediately stop use and notify the regulatory authority
NFPA 30 requires that the system be immediately taken out of service and the appropriate regulatory authority be notified when a tank leak is detected.
Under NFPA 30, what must be posted near flammable liquid storage or dispensing areas?
Answer: 'No Smoking' or 'No Open Flames' signs
NFPA 30 requires 'No Smoking' and 'No Open Flames' warning signs to be prominently posted in flammable liquid storage and dispensing areas.
According to NFPA 30, which containers are approved for storing Class I flammable liquids in quantities up to 5 gallons?
Answer: Listed safety cans or approved metal containers
NFPA 30 requires Class I flammable liquids in quantities up to 5 gallons to be stored in listed safety cans or approved metal containers.