Regulation .05 Performance Standards for AST Systems with a Shop-Fabricated AST.
Regulation .05 Performance Standards for AST Systems with a Shop-Fabricated AST.LinkCopy Citation
An owner, an operator, and a person in charge of an AST system with a shop-fabricated AST shall:
A.
Ensure the AST system is:
(1)
Properly selected for the oil storage application and type of oil stored; and
(2)
Constructed to an industry standard, including a UL, STI or API standard;
B.
Ensure the foundation for a stationary shop-fabricated AST is:
(1)
Constructed to:
(a)
Support the AST;
(b)
Prevent movement and uneven settlement of the foundation and the AST; and
(c)
Provide positive drainage of water away from the foundation;
(2)
Capable of supporting the soil-bearing pressure of the AST and its contents; and
(3)
Designed by a qualified professional engineer using field and laboratory testing and analyses, if the AST system is located in an area subject to flooding;
C.
Install an elevated AST system, unless:
(1)
An alternate AST system is approved by the Department in writing; and
(2)
The owner, the operator, and the person in charge of the alternate AST system installs, tests, and maintains a cathodic protection system in accordance with Regulation .10 of this chapter; and
D.
Test a new, repaired, or relocated AST system for tightness in accordance with NFPA 30 “Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code”:
(1)
Upon completing the installation or repair of the AST system; and
(2)
Before placing the AST system in-service.