R 408.41867
R 408.41867 Dispensing.
Cite as Mich. Admin. Code R 408.41867
Rule 1867. (1) An area where a flammable liquid is transferred at 1 time, in a
quantity of more than 5 gallons from 1 tank or container to another tank or container,
shall be separate from other operations or a building by a distance of 25 feet or by a wall
not less than 5 feet high having a fire resistance of not less than 1 hour.
(2) Provisions shall be made to neutralize spills of flammable liquids. Natural or
mechanical ventilation shall be capable of maintaining vapor below 10% of the lower
explosive limit.
(3) Transfer of a category 1, 2, or 3 flammable liquid from 1 container to another
shall be done only when the containers are electrically bonded.
(4) A flammable liquid shall be transferred from or drawn into containers by 1 of the
following:
(a) Through a closed piping system.
(b) From a safety can.
(c) By a device drawing through the top from a closed container or portable tank, by
gravity or a pump, through a self-closing valve. Air pressure shall not be used.
(5) A dispensing device, hose, and nozzle for category 1, 2, or 3 flammable liquids
shall be an approved type.
(6) The dispensing units shall be protected from collision damage.