General Safety Requirements for Compressed Hydrogen Storage
General safety requirements equipment for fuel cells is addressed in these codes and standards:
International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2006)
- 2703.4 Material Safety Data Sheets
- 2703.9.2 Security
- 2703.9.3 Protection from Vehicles
- 3003.5 Security
- 3003.10 Unauthorized Use
- 3003.12 Leaks, Damage, or Corrosion
- 3003.13 Surface of Unprotected Storage or Use Areas
- 3003.14 Overhead Cover
- 3503.1.3 Emergency Shutoff
- 3503.1.4 Ignition Source Control
International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2006)
- 409 Shutoff Valves
- 703.5 Security
NFPA 55, Standard for the Storage, Use, and Handling of Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids in Portable and Stationary Containers, Cylinders, and Tanks (National Fire Protection Association, 2005)
- 10.3 Location of Gaseous Hydrogen Systems
NFPA 853, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Fuel Cell Power Systems (National Fire Protection Association, 2007)
- 6.4.3.2 Hydrogen Piping
- 6.4.3.5 Hydrogen Piping
- 6.4.3.7 Hydrogen Piping
- 6.4.3.1 Hydrogen Piping