Mich. Admin. Code R. 29.7099

Current through Vol. 24-21, December 1, 2024
Section R. 29.7099 - Handling of liquefied H2 inside buildings other than separate buildings and special rooms

Rule 99. Sections 3-3 and 3-3.1 of the storage and handling of gaseous and Liquefied H2 code are added as follows:

3-3 Handling of liquefied H2 inside buildings other than separate buildings and special rooms.

3-3.1 Portable liquefied H2 containers of 50-gallons (189-Liters) or less capacity as permitted in Table 3-2.1 and in compliance with section 3-1.5 where housed inside buildings not located in a special room and exposed to other occupancies shall comply with the following minimum requirements.

(a) Containers shall be located 20 feet (6.1 meters) from all classes of flammable and combustible liquids and readily combustible materials such as excelsior or paper.
(b) Containers shall be located 15 feet (4.6 meters) from ordinary electrical equipment, and 25 feet (7.6 meters) from open flames, welding or other sources on ignition.
(c) Containers shall be located 50 feet (15 meters) from storage of oxidizing gases.
(d) Containers shall be protected against damage or injury due to falling objects or work activity in the area.
(e) Containers shall be firmly secured and stored in an upright position and protected against damage in accordance with the provisions of section 2-1.7.
(f) Pressure relief devices on the containers shall be vented directly outdoors or to a hood that is suitable for flammable and combustible vapors.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 29.7099

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