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t the request of some within the example, if a “wet line” is used to fill cylinders in
industry, we are using this article to retail sales under a Class F permit, then a Class
address LP-Gas dispensing stations F permit would have to be obtained from the
Athat operate without a pump and are board In contrast, if a “wet line” is only being
commonly known as “wet lines” Using a Q&A used to fill forklift cylinders on site at a business
format, we hope to effectively communicate to operate their own forklifts, then no permit is
that “wet lines” are no different with respect required from the board because the user is not
to code requirements than pump dispensers “in the business” of filling cylinders for the public.
commonly used to fill cylinders within the 8 What are equipment requirements for
industry “wet line” installations?
1 What is a dispensing station? NFPA 58 • Pull-a-way NFPA 58 (2011Edition) 6 24 4 2
(2011 Edition) 3.3.19 defines a dispensing station • Internal or ESV NFPA 58 6 24 3 8
as “Fixed equipment in which LP-Gas is stored • Remote shutdown NFPA 58 6 24 3 9
and dispensed into portable containers ” • Fire extinguisher NFPA 58 6 24 4 2
2 Is the presence of a pump required to • Scales for cylinders other than motor fuel
qualify as a dispensing station? No cylinders Alabama Admin Code 530-x-2 04(a)
3 Are installation codes for dispensing • Quick-acting hose end valve NFPA 58
stations limited to those dispensing stations used 6 24 3 13
only in retail sales? No • Adequate lighting NFPA 58 6 18 5
4 Do dispensing installations commonly • Everything required at a pump dispenser is
referred to as “wet lines” qualify as a dispensing also required at a wet line installation, except,
station thereby requiring adherence to all of course, the remote pump shut-down
related installation codes? Yes 9 Can liquid withdrawal valve openings
5 What are the training requirements for located on top of tanks be used to supply “wet
individuals transferring propane through “wet lines”? Yes, provided that the liquid withdrawal
lines”? NFPA 58 (2011 Edition) 4 4 requires valve used is listed by the manufacturer for use
“Persons who transfer liquid LP-Gas, who are in permanent installation Older withdrawal
employed to transport LP-Gas, or whose primary valves were intended only to empty a tank prior
duties fall within the scope of this code shall to transporting it
be trained in proper handling procedures 10 What are security requirements for
Refresher training shall be provided at “wet line” installations? Either a fence (6 ft
least every 3 years The training shall be high topped with barbed wire) or means to
documented ” lock the valves and appurtenances to prevent
6 What are the board requirements for unauthorized operation or tampering NFPA 58
individuals transferring propane through “wet (2011 Edition) 6 24 3 7
lines”? The board’s Employee Competency 11 What should you do upon discovery
Requirements in Alabama Administrative Code of a “wet line” in violation of code? Update
530-X-2- 11 apply only to permit holders and it in accordance with code or don’t provide
their employees which are in the business of job product for its continued service
functions covered by each individual permit As always, you may contact our office
7 Is a board permit required for “wet with questions at our new telephone number
lines”? A board permit would only be required (334) 430-7642 Thank you for your efforts to
for a “wet line” used in an activity of “business” make the industry safer!■
regulated by one of the board’s 10 permits For
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