Cryogenic Fluids
Permit Holder Guideline #11
PERMIT TITLE: Cryogenic Fluids
CODE SECTION: (Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code): 3201.2
FEE: $150.00 (Check payable to the City of Richmond)
SCOPE: Shall obtain a permit to produce, store, use, handle, or dispense cryogenic fluids (boils below -130 F at 14.7 psi) in excess of the amounts listed on Table A below. Permits are not needed for vehicles equipped for and using cryogenic fluids as a fuel for propelling the vehicle or for refrigerating the lading.
PERMIT EXPIRATION: One (1) year from date issued.
REQUIREMENTS: Permit holder agrees to abide by the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code and any special stipulations noted on permit, as well as the following:
- Mark containers and post NFPA 704 sign at entry to areas with hazardous materials.
- Have MSDS and site/floor plan (noting locations of hazardous materials, controls, spill response gear and items/areas of special concern) readily available on site and current copy filed with fire official.
- Containers, piping, valves and other appurtenances to be protected from damage and tampering; appropriately marked as to contents and function.
- Keep containers over 10 feet from air intakes, building exits, or combustible
materials.
- No containers shall be within 10 feet of air intakes, building exits or combustible materials.
- Containers and systems to have pressure release valves, easy for inspection and maintenance.
- Promptly remove, replace or repair leaking, damaged or corroded containers or systems.
- Areas with controls or potentially hazardous contact to persons to be adequately lighted.
Table A:
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Type
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Inside a Building
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Outside of Building
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Flammable:
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1 gallon
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60 gallons
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Oxidizer (includes oxygen)
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10 gallon
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50 gallons
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Inert
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60 gallon
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500 gallons
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Physical or health hazard,(not indicated above)
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Any amount
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Any amount
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