NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code 2008 Edition

NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code is the definitive source for liquid petroleum (LP) gas safety requirements. It is referenced in countries around the globe, adopted in all 50 states and is part of the US Department of Transportation's US Pipeline Safety Regulations.  It's use greatly reduces the risk of propane fires and explosions and will ensure users have the latest criteria for the safe design, construction, installation and operation of all LP gas systems, as well as highway transportation of LP gas.

NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2008 Edition includes a new section that addresses small LP gas system operators and aids compliance with US Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Currently covered by US Department of Transportation, regulations for pipeline systems of 10-100 users served from one propane tank, such as a mobile home park, are now part of NFPA 58: Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code. Including these requirements will assist propane marketers in complying with what is already federal law and the simplified code language makes requirements easier to understand and apply. Other important changes that advance safety include:

• New location requirements for patio heaters
• Revised table of small container appurtenances
• New rule to require notification of trackside transfer from rail cars
• New coverage of elevated pressure propane systems (20 50 psi) used in cogeneration systems, microturbines, metal cutting and similar industrial operations
• Clarified requirements for flexible connectors used as part of piping systems.