Subchapter 7. General Industry Safety Orders
Group 20. Flammable Liquids, Gases and Vapors
Article 147. Bulk Plants

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§5616. Storage.

(a) Class I liquids shall be stored in closed containers, or in storage tanks aboveground outside of buildings, or underground in accordance with Article 145.

(b) Class II and Class III liquids shall be stored in containers, or in tanks within buildings or aboveground outside of buildings, or underground in accordance with Article 145.

(c) Containers of flammable or combustible liquids when piled one upon the other shall be separated by dunnage sufficient to provide stability and to prevent excessive stress on container walls. The height of pile shall be consistent with stability and strength of containers.

(d) Piping systems shall be in accordance with Article 146.

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