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5504.3.1.2 Outdoor Storage of Portable Containers

Fire Code 2018 of Colorado > 55 Cryogenic Fluids > 5504 Storage > 5504.3 Outdoor Storage > 5504.3.1 Separation From Hazardous Conditions > 5504.3.1.2 Outdoor Storage of Portable Containers
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Outdoor storage of portable containers shall comply with Section 5503 and Sections 5504.3.1.2.1 through 5504.3.1.2.3.

5504.3.1.2.1 Exposure Hazard Separation

Portable containers in outdoor storage shall be separated from exposure hazards in accordance with Table 5504.3.1.2.1.
TABLE 5504.3.1.2.1
SEPARATION OF PORTABLE CONTAINERS FROM EXPOSURE HAZARDS
EXPOSUREMINIMUM DISTANCE
(feet)
Building exits10
Wall openings1
Air intakes10
Lot lines5
Combustible materials such as paper, leaves, weeds, dry grass or debris15
Other hazardous materialsIn accordance with Chapter 50
For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm.

5504.3.1.2.2 Surfaces Beneath Containers

The surface of the area on which stationary containers are placed, including the surface of the area located below the point where connections are made for the purpose of filling such containers, shall be compatible with the fluid in the container.

5504.3.1.2.3 Drainage

The area surrounding portable containers shall be provided with a means to prevent accidental discharge of fluids from endangering adjacent containers, buildings, equipment or adjoining property.
Exception: These provisions shall not apply where it is determined by the fire code official that the container does not constitute a hazard.

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