Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.41877

Current through Vol. 24-22, December 15, 2024
Section R. 408.41877 - Storage of LPG containers

Rule 1877.

(1) This rule applies to the storage of portable containers whether filled or empty if they have been in service.
(2) Storage of L.P. gas within buildings is prohibited.
(3) Storage outside of buildings, for containers awaiting use, shall be located away from the nearest building or group of buildings as specified in table 4.
(4) Table 4 reads as follows:

TABLE 4

QUANTITY OF L.P. GAS STORED DISTANCE (FEET) FROM A BUILDING
500 lbs. or less 0
501 to 6,000 lbs. 10
6,001 to 10,000 lbs. 20
over 10,000 lbs. 25

(5) Containers shall be stored within a suitable ventilated enclosure or otherwise protected against tampering, and located as specified in table 4.
(6) When L.P. gas and 1 or more other gases are stored or used in the same area, the containers shall be marked to identify their content. Marking shall be in compliance with The Compressed Gas Association Standard CGA C7 "Guide To The Preparation Of Precautionary Labeling And Marking Of Compressed Gas Containers," 2000 edition, which is adopted by reference in R 408.41802.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.41877

1979 AC; 1983 AACS; 2002 AACS; 2015 MR 7, Eff. April 14, 2015