R 408.41877
R 408.41877 Storage of LPG containers.
Cite as Mich. Admin. Code R 408.41877
Rule 1877. (1) This rule applies to the storage of portable containers whether filled
or empty if they have been in service.
(2) Storage of L.P. gas within buildings is prohibited.
(3) Storage outside of buildings, for containers awaiting use, shall be located away
from the nearest building or group of buildings as specified in table 4.
(4) Table 4 reads as follows:
TABLE 4
QUANTITY OF L.P. GAS STORED
DISTANCE
(FEET)
FROM
A
BUILDING
500 lbs. or less
0
501 to 6,000 lbs.
10
6,001 to 10,000 lbs.
20
over 10,000 lbs.
25
(5) Containers shall be stored within a suitable ventilated enclosure or otherwise
protected against tampering, and located as specified in table 4.
(6) When L.P. gas and 1 or more other gases are stored or used in the same area, the
containers shall be marked to identify their content. Marking shall be in compliance with
The Compressed Gas Association Standard CGA C7 "Guide To The Preparation Of
Precautionary Labeling And Marking Of Compressed Gas Containers," 2000 edition,
which is adopted by reference in R 408.41802.