Hydrogen Fueling Station Operation Standards
A large number of possible codes and standards can come into play for initial or periodic permitting of operation of hydrogen fueling stations. After a hydrogen fueling station is designed, constructed, and tested, it must be approved for operation. Operation approvals address safe operating conditions and maintenance as well as record-keeping. These approvals are normally provided by fire safety and inspection officials rather than permitting officials. Additional federal, state, and local requirements may also apply.
Model code provisions related to operation issues include:
- Delivery of hydrogen
- Vehicle access
- Fuel delivery access and unloading
- Ignition control
- Fire safety and emergency planning
- Personnel issues and training
- Dispensing
- Signage
- Periodic inspections may include: specific operating equipment, subsystems, and systems inspections; fire protection and safety systems inspections; record-keeping inspections; or operating staff training inspections.