§ 690-405. Fuel storage facilities
Purdon's Pennsylvania Statutes and Consolidated StatutesTitle 52 P.S. Mines and MiningEffective: January 5, 2009
Effective: January 5, 2009
52 P.S. § 690-405
§ 690-405. Fuel storage facilities
(b) Diesel fuel standards.--Diesel-powered equipment shall be used underground only with fuel that meets the standards of the most recently approved Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines for over-the-road fuel. Additionally, the fuel shall also meet the ASTM D975 standards with a flash point of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or greater at standard temperature and pressure. The operator shall maintain a copy of the most recent delivery receipt from the supplier to verify that the fuel used underground meets this standard.
(i) Cutting or welding shall not be performed on or within containers or tanks that have contained combustible or flammable materials until the containers or tanks have been thoroughly purged and cleaned or rendered inert and a vent or opening is provided to allow for sufficient release of any buildup pressure before heat is applied.
Credits
2008, July 7, P.L. 654, No. 55, § 405, effective in 180 days [Jan. 5, 2009].
52 P.S. § 690-405, PA ST 52 P.S. § 690-405
Current through Act 13 of the 2024 Regular Session. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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