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Other Reference Publications available from PEI Order online at www.pei.org/shopping • PEI/RP100, Recommended Practices for Installation of Underground Liquid Storage
Systems • PEI/RP200, Recommended Practices for Installation of Aboveground Storage Systems
for Motor-Vehicle Fueling Systems at Vehicle-Fueling Sites
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• PEI/RP300, Recommended Practices for Installation and Testing of Vapor-Recovery • PEI/RP400, Recommended Procedure for Testing Electrical Continuity of Fuel-
Dispensing Hanging Hardware
• PEI/RP500, Recommended Practices for Inspection and Maintenance of Motor Fuel
Dispensing Equipment
• PEI/RP600, Recommended Practices for Overfill Prevention for Shop-Fabricated
Aboveground Tanks
• PEI/RP700, Recommended Practices for the Design and Maintenance of Fluid-
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• PEI/RP800, Recommended Practices for Installation of Bulk Storage Plants • PEI/RP900, Recommended Practices for the Inspection and Maintenance of UST
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Foreword These Recommended Practices for the Installation of Marina Fueling Systems have been prepared as an industry service by the Petroleum Equipment Institute. The text represents the consensus views of the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee, comprised of the following members:
Charles S. Allsopp First Petroleum Services, Inc. Raleigh, North Carolina Joey D. Batchelor Guardian Fueling Technologies Jacksonville, Florida
Arthur H. Hoffmann A. H. Hoffmann, LLC Ocean, New Jersey
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Paul J. Doyle, Chairman Petroleum Marine Consultants LLC Wellington, Florida
Charles B. Hubbard Oil Equipment Sales & Service Co., Inc. Chesapeake, Virginia Stephen W. Klesic United Environmental Group Inc. Sewickley, Pennsylvania Ryan Rethmeier Western Pump, Inc. San Diego, California
Jason S. Carr Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. Portland, Maine
Ernest M. Roggelin Pinellas County Health Department Clearwater, Florida
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Steve Brandt Mid-State Petroleum Equipment, Inc. Hallsville, Missouri
Ray DeLorenzo Atlanta Petroleum Equip. Co. Tucker, Georgia
Jeffrey S. Underland Petroleum Services, Inc. Baltimore, Maryland
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Laura Fisher California SWRCB Sacramento, California
Serving as consultant to the committee was Marcel Moreau, P.O.E., Marcel Moreau Associates, 73 Bell Street, Portland, Maine 04103.
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All questions and other communications relating to this document should be sent only to PEI Headquarters, addressed to the attention of the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee. Petroleum Equipment Institute P.O. Box 2380 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74101-2380 (918) 494-9696 Fax: (918) 491-9895 Email:
[email protected] www.pei.org © 2009 Petroleum Equipment Institute
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Every effort has been made by the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information contained in this document. However, the Committee, its consultant, and the Petroleum Equipment Institute make no representation, warranty or guarantee in connection with the publication of these recommended practices. The Institute hereby expressly disclaims any liability or responsibility for loss or damage resulting from the use of these recommended practices; for the violation of any federal, state or municipal regulation with which these practices may be in conflict; or for the infringement of any patent resulting from their use.
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Contents Foreword.................................................................................................................................................. iii Sections
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1. Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Origin.......................................................................................................................................................................1 1.2 Background..............................................................................................................................................................1 1.3 Purpose.....................................................................................................................................................................1 1.4 Scope........................................................................................................................................................................1 1.5 Sources.....................................................................................................................................................................1 1.6 Use of Other PEI Recommended Practices.............................................................................................................1 1.7 Regulations and Codes.............................................................................................................................................2 1.8 Listing of Marina Piping..........................................................................................................................................2 1.9 Importance of Competent Installers and Technicians..............................................................................................2 1.10 Importance of Competent Operators........................................................................................................................2
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2. Definitions...................................................................................................................................... 3 2.1 Anti-Siphon Valve....................................................................................................................................................3 2.2 Approved..................................................................................................................................................................3 2.3 Attended Marina Fueling Facility............................................................................................................................3 2.4 Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).......................................................................................................................3 2.5 Dispenser..................................................................................................................................................................3 2.6 Dispenser Platform...................................................................................................................................................3 2.7 Dock.........................................................................................................................................................................3 2.8 Downstream.............................................................................................................................................................3 2.9 Flexible Pipe.............................................................................................................................................................3 2.10 Fueling System.........................................................................................................................................................3 2.11 Gangway...................................................................................................................................................................3 2.12 Listed........................................................................................................................................................................3 2.13 Marina Fueling Facility............................................................................................................................................4 2.14 Navigable Water.......................................................................................................................................................4 2.15 Onshore....................................................................................................................................................................4 2.16 Qualified Technician................................................................................................................................................4 2.17 Rigid Pipe.................................................................................................................................................................4 2.18 Safety Break.............................................................................................................................................................4 2.19 Semi-Rigid Pipe.......................................................................................................................................................4 2.20 Upstream..................................................................................................................................................................4 2.21 Vessel........................................................................................................................................................................4
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3. Storage Tanks................................................................................................................................ 4 3.1 General.....................................................................................................................................................................4 3.2 Underground Tanks..................................................................................................................................................4 3.3 Aboveground Tanks.................................................................................................................................................5 4. Onshore Piping............................................................................................................................... 5 4.1 General.....................................................................................................................................................................5 4.2 Underground Piping.................................................................................................................................................5 4.2.1 Leak Detection for Underground Piping....................................................................................................6 4.3 Aboveground Piping................................................................................................................................................6 4.3.1 Leak Detection for Aboveground Piping....................................................................................................7 4.4 Special Requirements for Underground and Aboveground Marina Piping Systems..............................................7 4.4.1 Anti-Siphon Valve.......................................................................................................................................7 4.4.2 Block Valves and Safety Break...................................................................................................................7 4.5 Seasonal Factors or Weather Emergencies..............................................................................................................8
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5. Gangway Piping.............................................................................................................................. 8 5.1 General.....................................................................................................................................................................8 5.2 Factors to Consider..................................................................................................................................................9 5.3 Piping Materials.......................................................................................................................................................9 5.4 Piping Design...........................................................................................................................................................9 5.4.1 Design #1: Piping Securely Fastened to the Gangway...............................................................................9 5.4.2 Design #2: Piping Flexibly Supported by Gangway................................................................................10 5.4.3 Design #3: Piping Independent of the Gangway...................................................................................... 11 5.5 Dock Transition Sump...........................................................................................................................................12 5.6 Piping Leak Detection............................................................................................................................................13 5.7 Valves and Fittings.................................................................................................................................................13 Wharf, or Quay Piping........................................................................................................... 14 General...................................................................................................................................................................14 Factors to Consider................................................................................................................................................14 Piping Materials.....................................................................................................................................................14 Piping Location and Support.................................................................................................................................14 Piping Leak Detection............................................................................................................................................14 Transition Sumps....................................................................................................................................................14 Intermediate Containment Sumps..........................................................................................................................14 Additional Valves...................................................................................................................................................15
Wharf, or Quay Dispenser Installation.................................................................................... 16 General...................................................................................................................................................................16 Pier, Wharf, or Quay Dispenser Installation..........................................................................................................16 8.2.1 Leak Detection..........................................................................................................................................16 8.2.2 Emergency Shutoff Valve.........................................................................................................................16 8.2.3 Pressure-Regulating Valve........................................................................................................................16 8.2.4 Dispenser Anchoring.................................................................................................................................16
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13. Emergency Preparedness.............................................................................................................. 21 13.1 General...................................................................................................................................................................21 13.2 Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans.............................................................................21 13.3 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes.............................................................................................21 13.4 International Code Council....................................................................................................................................21 14. Documentation, Training, Inspection, and Maintenance................................................................. 21 14.1 General...................................................................................................................................................................21 14.2 Documentation.......................................................................................................................................................21 14.3 Training..................................................................................................................................................................21 14.4 Inspection...............................................................................................................................................................22 14.5 Marina Equipment Maintenance............................................................................................................................23
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1. Introduction
1.4 Scope. These recommended practices apply to facilities that:
• serve recreational, commercial, government facilities by storing and dispensing motor fuel into vessels, • have fixed, onshore storage tanks using submersible or suction pumps to move the fuel,
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1.1 Origin. The Petroleum Equipment Institute (PEI) has produced this document as an industry service. The recommended practices described herein represent a synthesis of industry procedures, manufacturers’ recommendations, and regulatory standards relating to marina fueling facilities. These practices are the consensus recommendations of the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee. The Committee is made up of representatives from service and installation contracting companies and regulatory agencies. In addition, the Committee has had the benefit of reasoned comments submitted by parties interested in the marina fueling industry.
The document also includes emergency-preparedness provisions and training guidelines that should be provided to personnel responsible for the day-to-day operation of the facility.
• have underground or aboveground storage tanks, • have a dispensing device that is stationary or mobile (e.g., a hydrant-type system with a mobile fueling cart).
These recommended practices do NOT apply to the following:
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1.2 Background. Marina fueling facilities must perform safely, reliably, and economically in a very challenging environment. Corrosion, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, heat, cold, and constant movement, which can range from a few inches to many feet, each present engineering challenges that must be understood and addressed. In addition, marina fueling systems may have to incorporate design elements to cope with hurricanes, floods, or drastic water-level changes that are unusual but foreseeable. The typical fuel-system installation contractor does not construct marina fueling facilities on a frequent basis. As a result, there is often little internal company experience to draw on when a marina project is undertaken.
• are located in fresh water or salt water, lake or river environments, stable or fluctuating water-level conditions, and along stable or fluctuating shorelines,
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To date, there has been no industry standard that describes how to construct a marina fueling facility that is protective of human health and the environment, simple to construct, easy to maintain, and user-friendly for both the operator and the customer. Consequently, there is no standard marina design, and many marina facilities show evidence of having been cobbled together.
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1.3 Purpose. The purpose of this document is to provide a basic reference that conveys concrete, authoritative guidance on how to deal with the challenges of constructing safe, environmentally protective marina fueling facilities that will allow reliable and economical service for many years. This document offers recommendations for materials, designs, and installation procedures suitable for a wide variety of marine environments, including:
• fresh and salt water • still and moving water • stable, tidal, and fluctuating water levels.
• facilities where the storage tanks are in, on, or over water (e.g., floating tanks, tanks located over water on piers or floating docks), • facilities where the tank is mobile (e.g., on a truck).
This document does not provide specifications for dock, pier, wharf, or quay design, construction, or anchoring, except in so far as the dock, pier, wharf, or quay provides support for piping and other fuel-dispensing components such as dispensers and hose reels. 1.5 Sources. The recommended practices in this document constitute a synthesis of literature published by equipment manufacturers, regulatory requirements from various jurisdictions across the country, and the extensive knowledge and experience of the members of the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee. 1.6 Use of Other PEI Recommended Practices. Many aspects of marina fuel-storage and dispensing systems are not described in this document. Refer to the following PEI documents for additional practices and procedures related to petroleum-storage systems:
• RP100, Recommended Practices for Installation of Underground Liquid Storage Systems
PEI Recommended Practices 1000-09 • RP200, Recommended Practices for Installation of Aboveground Storage Systems for Motor-Vehicle Fueling • RP300, Recommended Practices for Installation and Testing of Vapor-Recovery Systems at VehicleFueling Sites (Stage I vapor recovery only) • RP400, Recommended Procedure for Testing Electrical Continuity of Fuel-Dispensing Hanging Hardware
1.8 Listing of Marina Piping. Marina piping must operate in a severe environment. In addition to the usual requirements for fuel compatibility and structural soundness, marina piping may be required to withstand frequent flexing, physical impact, fire exposure, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Despite the harshness of the marina environment, suitable equipment is available.
Many fueling-system regulations specify that product piping must bear a listing from a nationally recognized testing organization such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC), Factory Mutual, or similar organizations. As of the publication date of this document, the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee knows of no recognized standard published by a listing organization that can be used to evaluate marina piping performance. This lack of a testing standard makes it impossible for marina piping to be listed.
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• RP500, Recommended Practices for Inspection and Maintenance of Motor Fuel Dispensing Equipment
arina-fueling-system project to determine the applim cable regulatory requirements.
• RP600, Recommended Practices for Overfill Prevention for Shop-Fabricated Aboveground Tanks
• RP900, Recommended Practices for the Inspection and Maintenance of UST Systems. 1.7 Regulations and Codes. There are a variety of regulations and codes that apply to marina fueling facilities. These may include, but are not limited to:
In developing this document, the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee has used its best judgment in describing certain types of piping products that the Committee believes are acceptable for use in marina environments and approved by the piping manufacturer for use in marina applications.
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• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes 30 and 30A • International Fire Code (IFC) Chapters 22 and 34
• Federal, state, and local Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) programs • Coast Guard regulations (e.g., Title 33 CFR, section 154)
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• Army Corps of Engineers (e.g., Title 33 USC, sections 403, 1344, and 1413) • Federal underground tank rules (Title 40 CFR, section 280) • State underground and aboveground storage tank rules
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• National Electrical Code (NEC) NFPA 70.
Many jurisdictions also have state or local regulations that apply to marina facilities. While the general requirements of regulatory authorities are similar, specific requirements may differ from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. The PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee has not attempted to describe or interpret specific regulatory requirements in this document. Following the guidance presented in this document does not guarantee compliance with national, state, or local codes or regulations. Consult with the authorities having jurisdiction during the planning phases of a
1.9 Importance of Competent Installers and Technicians. The design and construction of marina fueling facilities is a specialized craft requiring knowledge and skills that are unique to these types of facilities. Only knowledgeable, experienced, competent contractors should undertake marina-fueling-system projects. Only qualified technicians should perform maintenance or repair tasks involving the fuel handling, electrical, or electronic components of marina fueling systems. 1.10 Importance of Competent Operators. The onsite presence of knowledgeable and conscientious facility operators is key to the reliable and safe operation of marina fueling systems. Personnel responsible for marina fueling systems should be taught how to safely operate these systems and to properly respond to emergency situations. Refer to Chapter 14 for further guidance concerning the training of facility personnel.
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2. Definitions When used in this document, the terms listed below have the following meanings:
• Floating dock – A structure that rises and falls with the water level and is usually accessible from shore via a gangway. • Pier – A fixed structure extending out from land into a body of water that is generally supported by pilings or other permanent supports. • Wharf – A fixed structure, generally parallel to a shoreline, that is typically of timber construction.
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2.1 Anti-Siphon Valve. A normally closed valve, operated by a solenoid, that will close instantaneously when the electrical current is interrupted. In marina applications, mechanical anti-siphon valves are not recommended.
loading and unloading of goods, passengers, and fuel. The following terms may be used to describe a specific type of dock.
2.2 Approved. Acceptable to the organization, office, or individual responsible for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure. 2.3 Attended Marina Fueling Facility. A marina fueling facility where an employee of the marina is present to monitor fueling operations whenever the facility is open for business. The employee typically does not dispense the motor fuel but assists and instructs the boat owner or the owner’s representative in the fueling operation.
2.8 Downstream. A term used to define the relative position of piping components in a fuel-distribution system. The position is defined relative to the direction of fuel flow inside the piping. For example, if a safetybreak fitting is “downstream” of a solenoid valve, then the fuel flowing through the piping would first pass through the solenoid valve and then through the safetybreak fitting. See also “Upstream.”
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2.4 Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). An organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the requirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure.
• Quay – A fixed structure, generally parallel to a shoreline, that is typically constructed of stone or earthen fill.
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2.5 Dispenser. A device that generally provides the transition point between the marina fuel piping and the hose to which the nozzle is attached. A dispenser usually includes a metering device to measure the quantity of fuel dispensed, a control switch that supplies power to the pump, and a receptacle to hold a fuel nozzle when it is not in use. A dispenser may consist of any of the following:
• a cabinet similar to that used for automobile fueling, with or without a hose reel,
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• a meter mounted on a stand with a control switch and receptacle to hold a fuel nozzle, • a mobile-cart-mounted meter and hose that can be connected to a hydrant-type fuel outlet on the dock.
2.6 Dispenser Platform. A structural component installed between the base of a dispenser and a dock surface. The dispenser platform elevates the dispenser cabinet above the dock surface in order to increase the space available beneath the dispenser for various piping, fittings, and components. 2.7 Dock. A generic term for a platform where vessels can temporarily tie up in order to provide convenient
2.9 Flexible Pipe. A hollow cylinder, used to convey motor fuel, that can be bent into curves without damaging the walls of the cylinder. Flexible piping typically has a bend radius of less than 2 feet and can be subjected to significant movement after installation. 2.10 Fueling System. A generic term that includes all components of a fuel-storage and distribution system from the fill riser through the tank, pump, piping, fittings, dispenser, hose, and nozzle. 2.11 Gangway. A bridge-like structure that allows access between a floating dock and a fixed structure or between two floating docks. The gangway may also provide support for fuel piping and other utilities that service the floating dock. 2.12 Listed. Equipment or materials included on a list published by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, inspection agency, or other organization concerned with product evaluation. The listing states that equipment or materials meet nationally recognized standards and have been tested and found suitable for use in a specified manner. The listing organization conducts periodic inspections of production facilities where listed equipment or materials are manufactured. A listed product bears a stamp or label indicating the listing organization.
PEI Recommended Practices 1000-09 2.13 Marina Fueling Facility. A storage system consisting of tanks, associated piping, pumps, hoses, and nozzles that is constructed for the purpose of fueling recreational and commercial vessels. The fuel is dispensed into a tank that is a fixed component of the vessel, or in some instances into an approved portable fuel container. The marina fueling facility may be located on a river, reservoir, lake, bay, gulf, or ocean.
3.1 General. The design, construction, and installation requirements for storage tanks used in conjunction with marina fueling systems are generally the same as for other types of motor-vehicle-fueling systems. Refer to the PEI recommended practices referenced in the following paragraphs for specific details on the installation of underground and aboveground storage tanks. 3.2 Underground Tanks. Install underground tanks in accordance with PEI/RP100, Recommended Practices for Installation of Underground Liquid Storage Systems, manufacturer’s instructions, and applicable codes. Because marina fuel tanks are located near a navigable water body, all underground tanks used for marina fuel systems should be of double-walled construction. If the tank is located in a high groundwater area or a mapped flood zone, provide mechanical anchoring for the tank. Design the tank-anchoring system to withstand full submergence of the tank. Preferred methods for anchoring marina tanks involve the installation of either deadmen or a concrete pad under the tank. Refer to PEI/RP100 for further information concerning these anchoring methods. Make provisions to resist flooding damage (e.g., providing lockable, water-tight caps on all tank risers except the vent riser).
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2.14 Navigable Water. A body of water that may be put to public use.
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2.15 Onshore. Land immediately adjacent to a body of water that is higher than the ordinary high-water mark.
2.16 Qualified Technician. A person trained to evaluate, maintain, and repair all aspects of marina fueling systems.
2.17 Rigid Pipe. A hollow cylinder used to convey motor fuel and designed not to bend to any significant degree after installation. Rigid pipe typically has a bend radius of 50 feet or more.
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2.18 Safety Break. A device, installed at strategic locations in marina fuel piping, which is designed to separate when excessive pulling force is placed on the pipe. Valves within each end of the safety break automatically close when the device separates, minimizing the release of fuel from the piping. A safety break is intended to protect the piping from damage when the movement of a floating dock exceeds the design limits. Also known as a “breakaway.”
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The weight of flood waters can substantially increase the external pressure on an underground tank. The tank should be designed to withstand the pressures created by the tank burial depth plus the anticipated depth of flood
2.19 Semi-Rigid Pipe. A hollow cylinder used to convey motor fuel that can be bent into gentle curves without damaging the walls of the cylinder. Semi-rigid pipe typically has a bend radius in the range of 3 to 10 feet and can be subjected to significant movement after installation.
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2.20 Upstream. A term used to define the relative position of piping components in a fuel-distribution system. The position is defined relative to the direction of fuel flow inside the piping. For example, if a shutoff valve is “upstream” of a solenoid valve, then the fuel flowing through the piping would first pass through the shutoff valve and then through the solenoid valve. See also “Downstream.” 2.21 Vessel. Every kind of watercraft or other device that can be used as a means of transportation on water.
Figure 3-1. Keeping water out of sumps is critical for
effective leak detection. A slight crown on the concrete sloping away from sump covers will help keep precipitation out of sumps.
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If possible, locate tanks so they are out of the normal travel path of heavy equipment, such as forklifts and travel lifts, used at the facility. If the tank cover pad is not designed to carry traffic loads, install bollards or other barriers to prevent vehicles from driving over it. If driving marina equipment over the tank cover pad cannot be avoided, design the cover pad so that it safely carries the weight of vesselmoving equipment loaded to maximum capacity.
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waters. Consult with the tank manufacturer before specifying a tank that will be installed in a flood area.
Figure 3-2. Traffic loads on underground fuel tanks and piping at marinas may be
much greater than traffic loads at a typical gas station. Marina traffic patterns may also be unpredictable. Design underground storage systems to support the maximum anticipated loads or place barriers such as bollards to keep heavy vehicles a safe distance away from buried storage system components.
4. Onshore Piping
4.1 General. The design, construction, and installation requirements for product piping used in conjunction with the onshore portion of marina fueling systems are generally the same as automobile fueling systems. Refer to the PEI recommended practices referenced in the following paragraphs for specific details on the installation of underground and aboveground product piping. If the onshore piping includes both underground and aboveground sections, treat each section according to the applicable paragraphs below.
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3.3 Aboveground Tanks. Install aboveground tanks in accordance with PEI/RP200 Recommended Practices for Installation of Aboveground Storage Systems for MotorVehicle Fueling, manufacturer’s instructions, and applicable codes. Provide overfill prevention in accordance with PEI/RP600 Recommended Practices for Overfill Prevention for Shop-Fabricated Aboveground Tanks, manufacturer’s instructions, and applicable codes.
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Because marina fuel tanks are located near a navigable water body, provide secondary containment for all aboveground marina fuel tanks. Secondary containment using a double-walled tank is preferred over a containment dike. If a containment dike is used, refer to PEI/ RP200 for proper dike construction.
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If the tank is located in a mapped flood zone, design a tank-anchoring system that will withstand maximum anticipated flood conditions with the tank empty of product. An engineering review of the tank foundation is recommended to ensure that the tank will be adequately supported and the foundation will not be eroded away or washed out under flooding conditions.
4.2 Underground Piping. Install underground product piping in accordance with PEI/RP100, Recommended Practices for Installation of Underground Liquid Storage Systems, manufacturer’s instructions, and applicable codes. If Stage I vapor recovery is installed, refer to PEI/RP300, Recommended Practices for Installation and Testing of Vapor-Recovery Systems at Vehicle-Fueling Sites.
The following underground-piping practices are specific to marina fueling systems:
If the tank is located in a hurricane or other high-wind zone, design a tank-anchoring system that will withstand the maximum anticipated wind conditions with the tank empty of product.
• Because marina fuel-storage systems are located near a navigable water body, all underground product piping should be of double-walled construction.
NOTE: Refer to flood maps provided by FEMA (www.fema.gov) to determine the flooding risk for a particular underground or aboveground tank location.
• The industry standard practice of maintaining a continuous slope from the dispenser to the tank is oftentimes not possible for marina fueling systems. However, as long as the outer wall of the piping is liquid-tight, leaked product will flow to
PEI Recommended Practices 1000-09 a containment sump, regardless of the slope of the piping. Equip every containment sump with a continuously monitored sensor placed on the bottom of the sump. Maintain a uniform slope for as much of the piping as feasible, whether the slope is toward the tank or toward the dispenser. To the extent practical, minimize the number of times the direction of the piping slope changes.
If either of these situations is a concern, it is permissible to install a time delay on the normally closed solenoid valve installed in the onshore transition sump (see below). The purpose of the time delay is to isolate the underground piping from the aboveground piping on the dock by keeping the solenoid valve closed while the mechanical lineleak detector is conducting a test.
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4.2.1 Leak Detection for Underground Piping. Provide secondary containment for all underground product piping. Install single-walled, product-containing valves, fittings, and joints in liquid-tight sumps. Install continuously monitored liquid sensors in the bottom of each containment sump.
changes that will likely occur in the above-grade portions of the piping on the dock will be beyond the design parameters of the leak detector and will produce unreliable results. In addition, monitoring the aboveground portion of the piping may also substantially increase the volume of the piping to be monitored. The increased piping volume may exceed the rated capacity of available line-leak detectors.
NOTE: Welded steel joints, double-walled FRP pipe joints, or thermo-welded plastic pipe joints that include integral secondary containment do not need to be installed in containment sumps.
If a suction pump is used to dispense product at a marina, it is likely that the pump will be at a lower elevation than the product in the tank. If this is the case, installing a check valve at the pump will not provide protection against leaks, and the following actions will be required.
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Provide a containment sump at all low points in double-walled piping. A containment sump is not required when piping transitions from underground to aboveground if the transition point is above ground and is a high point for the underground double-walled pipe.
If an electronic line-leak detector is installed, wire the normally closed solenoid valve in the transition sump so that the valve will be closed while the electronic line-leak detector is conducting a test.
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If a submersible pump is used, install a listed mechanical or electronic line-leak detector. If an electronic line-leak detector is installed, it should provide positive pump shutdown if a leak rate of 3 gallons per hour or greater is detected. The electronic line-leak detector should also provide positive pump shutdown if a leak rate of 0.2 gallons per hour or greater is detected. If the piping system includes an anti-siphon valve (see below) at the tank, install the leak detector in an appropriate fitting immediately downstream of the anti-siphon valve. Verify that the line-leak detector is certified to function with the type of fuel that will be stored and with the material, length, and diameter of the underground piping.
NOTE: For line-leak detector certification information, refer to the National Work Group on Leak Detection Evaluations website at: www.nwglde.org. The line-leak detector in a marina fueling system is intended to monitor only the buried portion of the piping. This is because the temperature
• Install double-walled piping with continuously monitored sensors in the bottom of each containment sump to provide leak detection. • Install a pressure-regulating valve at the pump and an anti-siphon valve (see below) at the tank. • Extend the vent for both the pressure-regulating valve and the suction pump air eliminator back to the tank or to an elevation that is higher than the highest point of the storage tank or product piping.
4.3 Aboveground Piping. Install aboveground piping in accordance with PEI/RP200, Recommended Practices for Installation of Aboveground Storage Systems for Motor-Vehicle Fueling, manufacturer’s instructions, and applicable codes. If Stage I vapor recovery is installed, refer to PEI/RP300, Recommended Practices for Installation and Testing of Vapor-Recovery Systems at VehicleFueling Sites.
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NOTE: Do not use galvanized pipe or fittings for diesel-fuel applications. The following aboveground piping practices are specific to marina fueling systems.
Select a solenoid valve with a built-in pressurerelief mechanism or provide an external pressure-relief valve and bypass piping around the anti-siphon valve to prevent excessive pressure build-up in the piping due to thermal expansion of the product.
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• All aboveground piping materials should be structurally sound and resistant to fire and corrosion. Because marina storage-tank systems will be near water, corrosion resistance is an especially important consideration. Use approved non-corrosive piping materials (e.g., stainless steel) or appropriate corrosion-protection measures (e.g., durable paint) for onshore, aboveground piping.
tank at any point, whether the tank is underground or aboveground, provide a normally closed solenoid valve at the tank end of the piping activated by the fueling-system controls.
• Maintaining a continuous slope from the dispenser to the tank is oftentimes not possible for marina fueling systems. Maintain a uniform slope for as much of the piping as feasible, whether the slope is toward the tank or toward the dispenser. To the extent practical, minimize the number of times the direction of the piping slope changes.
4.4.2 Block Valves and Safety Break. If the piping includes a transition from onshore to overwater, provide a fully ported ball valve and safetybreak valve at a stable point just onshore of where the piping transitions to over-the-water. Install the safety break according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
If the ball valve and safety break are underground, or if they are aboveground but not clearly visible, contain them in a continuously monitored liquidtight transition sump. The transition sump may be constructed of polyethylene, fiberglass, corrosionprotected carbon steel, or stainless steel. If located aboveground, the transition sump must be solidly supported. If located underground, install the sump according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If the sump is subject to floatation from high-water levels, it may require anchoring or ballasting. Use anchoring or ballasting methods approved by the sump manufacturer.
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4.3.1 Leak Detection for Aboveground Piping. If piping is clearly visible, frequent visual inspection is sufficient for leak detection. If any portion of the onshore aboveground piping is not clearly visible, use double-walled pipe with continuously monitored sumps to provide leak detection for this portion of the pipe.
Control power to the anti-siphon valve with the facility emergency stop switch(es) as well as the fueling-system controls so that the anti-siphon valve will close when an emergency stop switch is activated.
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NOTE: Line-leak detectors designed for use on underground piping systems may be installed on aboveground pipe. However, they may be subject to frequent false alarms and erratic operation. The PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee does not recommend the use of line-leak detectors designed for underground piping systems to provide leak detection for aboveground pipe.
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4.4 Special Requirements for Underground and Aboveground Marina Piping Systems. Marina piping systems often include a transition from land to over water. The slope of the land may also require that some portion of the product piping be at a lower elevation than the product in the tank. When either of these conditions is present, include the following components in both underground and aboveground onshore piping systems. 4.4.1 Anti-Siphon Valve. This valve prevents the product in the tank from leaking out under the force of gravity in case there is a leak in the piping. If the product piping is below the liquid level in the
If the transition sump is underground, provide a chase for the downstream piping between the sump and the point where the piping transitions to aboveground. The product piping should fit loosely in the chase, with the chase diameter at least twice the piping diameter. The underground piping downstream of the transition sump must be straight and in line with the safety break in the sump so that any tensional stress placed on the piping will produce a force parallel to the long axis of the safety break. If the transition sump is underground, provide a concrete slab at grade that incorporates a manway and cover to provide protection and access. Grade the concrete away from the manway opening to minimize water intrusion. Alternatively, the man-
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of a marina piping system. The ball valve permits manual isolation of the dock piping. The normally-closed solenoid valve provides for isolation of the shore piping to improve the performance of the line leak detector. The safety break protects the shore piping and helps prevent a release in case of a major accident on the dock. All sump penetrations are made using liquid tight entry boots.
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way cover may be installed at finished grade while late and drain portions of the fuel piping at risk of being the top surface of the concrete slab is a few inches damaged. If any of these conditions are anticipated, probelow finished grade. This will allow the concrete vide valves and fittings at strategic locations so that the slab to be covered with grass, decking, or other fuel piping can be conveniently drained. cosmetic cover. NOTE: Do not use If the ball valve and safety break are aboveground galvanized pipe or and clearly visible they do not need to be contained fittings for diesel-fuel in a sump. The piping downstream of the applications. safety break must be straight so that any tensional The stress following placed on the piping will produce a force parallel aboveground piping 5.1 General. One of the most challenging aspects of to the long axis of the safety break. practices are specific marina-fueling-system design is the routing of the pipto marina fueling 4.5 Seasonal Factors or Weather Emergencies. In ing between the shore and a floating dock. This portion systems. colder climates, most marinas operate on a seasonal of the fueling system is especially challenging when the • All aboveground basis, and floating docks may need to be taken ashore in elevation of the floating dock changes significantly due piping materials the winter to protect them from storms or ice. In warmer to water-level changes. This chapter describes design should be structurally climates, marinas may be threatened by hurricanes. If factors to consider and recommends materials, valves, sound and resistant to floating docks containing fuel piping are to be taken fittings, and installation techniques for the fuel pipfire and corrosion. ashore or if a fueling facility is to be idle for an extended ing at the shore-to-gangway and the gangway-to-dock Because marina period, it is advisable to drain the piping. Likewise, if transition. storage-tank systems severe weather is imminent, it may be advisable to isowill be near water, corrosion resistance is an especially important consideration. Use
5. Gangway Piping
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Figure 5-1. Figure 5-1. This drawing shows the major elements of a marina fueling system, including double-walled piping,
containment sumps, and support of the piping under the gangway. This drawing illustrates gangway piping Design #1.
tions. Pipe construction should include secondary containment, either factory assembled or field constructed. 5.4 Piping Design. There are many possible designs for product piping between the shore and a floating dock. As a general principle, piping designs that minimize the number of joints are preferred. Three acceptable designs are described below. The range of water-level changes indicated for each design are intended to provide general guidance and are not limits on the application of a specific design. Designs other than those presented here may be as good or better for specific applications, but the PEI Marina Fueling System Installation Committee believes that the general principles on which the designs described here are based can be applied to a wide variety of marina facilities.
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5.2 Factors to Consider. There are many potential hazards to fuel piping at the transition from the shore to a floating dock. Piping must be able to withstand a corrosive environment, be resistant to fire and ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and be protected against physical damage. Piping must also be flexible enough to accommodate conditions such as small-scale movement due to wave action, movement of people on the dock, and larger-scale movement due to seasonal water-level variations or periodic tidal changes.
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Designing and constructing a functional and safe system requires careful selection of piping materials, knowledge of the normal and maximum anticipated range of motion of the dock, and a detailed plan for supporting the piping while still providing for the required amount of flexibility.
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The piping design should also include appropriate valves and fittings to improve safety, provide for leak detection, facilitate maintenance, permit draining and disconnection of piping for seasonal removal of the dock, and/or prepare for a severe storm event. In all cases, the piping should include double-walled construction provided by the manufacturer or field-installed secondary containment provided by the installer. 5.3 Piping Materials. Selection of appropriate piping materials for the gangway portion of the product piping is a critical step in the design of a marina-fuel-piping system. Use flexible or semi-rigid pipe approved by the manufacturer and the authority having jurisdiction for aboveground, over-water, or underwater marina applica-
5.4.1 Design #1: Piping Securely Fastened to the Gangway. This piping design is most practical where vertical movement of the dock relative to the shore is generally small (in the range of inches to several feet). This piping design uses double-walled, semi-rigid or flexible product piping securely fastened to the gangway framework. The flexibility required at each end of the gangway where the movement of the piping is the greatest is provided by the piping itself. Consult with the piping manufacturer to determine whether this type of application is acceptable.
Product piping is typically run beneath the gangway, though it may also be installed along the side of the gangway. Flexible and semi-rigid product
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Figure 5-4. This photograph illustrates a variation on
Figure 5-2. This photograph illustrates gangway pip-
If piping will be exposed beneath or beside the gangway, install the product pipe within a protective sleeve (e.g., PVC), or provide other protection against physical damage. In some cases, the piping manufacturer may indicate that the piping needs no additional protection, even in relatively exposed locations, because protection from physical damage is inherent in the piping design. If this is the case, follow the piping manufacturer’s installation recommendations. In all cases, install the piping so it is protected from chafing, pinching, kinking, and crushing against shore, gangway, or dock components.
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ing Design #1. The fuel piping is clamped to support bars hung from the gangway framework.
gangway piping Design #1. The piping is supported by “trapezes” consisting of galvanized steel pipe inside a PVC sleeve.
Figure 5-3. This photograph illustrates gangway piping
Design #1. The fuel piping is supported by a PVC sleeve attached to the gangway framework.
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piping may be attached directly to the gangway framework or it may be installed inside a rigid, corrosion-resistant sleeve (e.g., PVC). The sleeve is supported using pipe straps made of stainless steel or other non-corrosive material or commercially available steel support systems that are galvanized, painted, or otherwise protected against corrosion. Where feasible, the minimum spacing between parallel product pipes should be equal to the diameter of the pipe or the pipe sleeve. Install the pipe on the gangway so as to provide as much protection from physical damage as practical. A common protected location is between the structural supports running the length of the gangway.
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5.4.2 Design #2: Piping Flexibly Supported by Gangway. This piping design is most practical where vertical movement of the dock relative to the shore is moderate (in the range of 3 to 10 feet). This piping design uses double-walled, semi-rigid or flexible product piping suspended beneath the gangway framework in an “S” shape. The width of the “S” shape and the number of “S” curves must provide sufficient slack to accommodate the anticipated range of movement of the dock. The “S” shape may have a vertical or horizontal orientation.
In this design, the piping is suspended from the gangway using hardware provided or recommended by the piping manufacturer. The piping should be suspended sufficiently below the gangway framework to provide the required freedom of movement of the pipe. In this design, the piping is relatively exposed beneath the gangway. Verify with the piping manufacturer that the design of the piping
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Figure 5-6. This photograph illustrates gangway piping
Design #2. Piping is suspended from the gangway in an “S” shape with wire rope hangers. The “S” configuration provides for greater variation in the overall length of the pipe. This configuration is better suited to facilities where the routine range of water level is several feet or more.
p rovides sufficient protection from physical damage and that no additional protection is required. In all cases, install the piping so it is protected from chafing, pinching, kinking, and crushing against shore, gangway, or dock components. 5.4.3 Design #3: Piping Independent of the Gangway. This piping design is most practical where vertical movement of the dock relative to the shore is significant (in the range of 10 feet or more). The piping design uses a loop of doublewalled, semi-rigid or flexible product piping hung between two support points, one located on the shore and the other on the dock. The length of the loop of piping must be sufficient to accommodate the anticipated range of movement of the dock. When planning for this type of piping design, verify that the spacing between the two piping support points is such that the minimum bend radius of the piping will not be exceeded. The piping loop can be located anywhere along the floating dock because it does not depend on the gangway for support.
In this design, the piping is run out from the onshore transition sump through a chase so that it
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Figure Figure5-3. 5-7. Design #3 for providing fuel to a floating dock does not depend on the gangway for support. This design
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is particularly well suited for facilities with a large tidal range.
exits the wharf, quay, or pier horizontally. When it is necessary to protect the piping from kinking, provide a support saddle where the piping turns from horizontal to vertical so that the piping is evenly supported with a bend radius consistent with the manufacturer’s recommendations. When necessary, provide another support saddle at the point where the piping enters the pipe chase that leads to the dock transition sump. Verify with the piping manufacturer that the piping
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is suitable for immersion in water and has sufficient structural integrity to be installed in a relatively exposed location without additional protection. In all cases, install the piping so it is protected from chafing, pinching, kinking, and crushing against shore, gangway, or dock components. 5.5 Dock Transition Sump. Provide a transition sump on the dock as close as feasible to where the piping enters the dock. The dock transition sump may also serve as a dispenser sump if a dispenser is required in
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Figure Transition Sump. Figure4-2. 5-8.Dock The dock transition sump is located near the shore end of the dock and provides containment and
leak detection for the piping components it contains as well as the adjacent lengths of double-walled pipe. All sump penetrations are made using liquid tight entry boots.
sump provides leak detection for the gangway piping. Install a continuously monitored sensor in the bottom of the sump. If the sensor includes a float-based sensing mechanism, mount the sensor securely in a vertical orientation so it will operate properly. Mount the sensor at the lowest part of the sump to provide timely notification of a leak.
• Be sure the sump is suitably reinforced and designed for a submerged application.
5.7 Valves and Fittings. Install a safety-break fitting and a fully ported ball valve in the dock transition sump. Fittings and valves installed in the sump should be made of corrosion-resistant materials. Install the safety break according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Provide a chase for the upstream piping between the sump and the point where the piping enters the dock. The product piping should fit loosely in the chase; the chase diameter should be at least twice the piping diameter. The piping upstream of the dock transition sump must be straight and in line with the safety break in the sump so that any tensional stress placed on the piping will produce a force parallel to the long axis of the safety break.
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this location and the combination transition/dispenser sump is big enough to accommodate all of the required components. Generally acceptable materials for the dock transition sump include polyethylene, fiberglass, stainless steel, and carbon steel protected against corrosion. When selecting a sump material observe the following cautions.
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• If fiberglass or polyethylene sumps will be exposed to direct sunlight, be sure they are treated to provide protection from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Locate the sump below the dock surface and provide a water-tight lid that can be secured so it will not be dislodged by wave action. Provide a cover for the sump that is flush with the deck surface and designed to support the people and equipment that will travel over it. 5.6 Piping Leak Detection. Product piping connecting the shore to the dock should be secondarily contained. The sensor mounted in the dock transition
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6. Pier, Wharf, or Quay Piping
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6.1 General. This chapter describes the design factors, acceptable piping materials, valves, fittings, and installation techniques applicable to product piping located on a fixed pier extending out over the water or a wharf or quay paralleling the shore. All of these structures are normally above the water level and are supported by pilings or other supports so that the movement of the structure would be minimal.
the pier, wharf, or quay. Rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible pipe may be secured directly to the underside of the structure using standard pipe straps made of stainless steel or other non-corrosive material or commercially available steel support systems that are galvanized, painted, or otherwise protected against corrosion. Space the supports so that piping does not sag between the supports, but no more than 10 feet apart. Flexible pipe may also be installed inside a rigid, corrosion-resistant sleeve (e.g., PVC). The sleeve is supported using the same methods as rigid pipe. Where feasible, the minimum spacing between parallel product pipes should be equal to the diameter of the pipe or the pipe sleeve.
6.2 Factors to Consider. Piping on a pier, wharf, or quay must be able to withstand a corrosive environment, be resistant to fire and ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and be protected against physical damage. Designing and constructing a functional and safe system requires careful selection of piping materials and a detailed plan for protecting and supporting the piping.
Generally acceptable materials for the dispenser sump include polyethylene, fiberglass, stainless steel, and carbon steel protected against corrosion. When selecting a sump material observe the following cautions. • If the sump will extend below the highest anticipated water level, be sure it is suitably reinforced and designed for a submerged application.
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The piping design should also include appropriate valves and fittings to improve safety, provide for leak detection, facilitate maintenance, permit the draining and disconnection of piping for seasonal closing of the facility, and prepare for a severe storm event. In all cases, the piping should include double-walled construction either provided by the manufacturer or field-installed secondary containment provided by the installer.
6.5 Piping Leak Detection. Product piping should be secondarily contained. Install a liquid-tight containment sump beneath each dispenser. Equip each dispenser sump with a continuously monitored liquid sensor installed at the bottom of the sump.
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6.3 Piping Materials. Selection of appropriate piping materials for a pier, wharf, or quay is a critical step in the design of a marina-fuel-piping system. Use flexible, rigid, or semi-rigid pipe approved by the manufacturer and the authority having jurisdiction for aboveground, over-water, or underwater marina applications. Pipe construction should include secondary containment, either factory assembled or field constructed.
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NOTE: Do not use galvanized pipe or fittings for diesel-fuel applications. 6.4 Piping Location and Support. Run product piping beneath the pier, wharf, or quay decking. Select a location that provides protection from physical damage but permits relatively easy access for inspection and maintenance. Protected locations include the bays between the structural framework that supports the decking. If piping will be exposed, install the product pipe within a protective sleeve (e.g., PVC), or provide other protection against physical damage.
The type of piping support required will vary depending on the piping material selected and the construction of
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• If fiberglass or polyethylene sumps will be exposed to direct sunlight, be sure they are treated to provide protection from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Maintaining a continuous slope in the piping is oftentimes not possible for marina fueling systems. Maintain a uniform slope for as much of the piping as feasible, whether the slope is toward the tank or toward the dispenser. To the extent practical, minimize the number of times the direction of the piping slope changes. As long as the outer wall of the piping is liquid-tight, leaked product will flow to a containment sump, regardless of the slope of the piping. 6.6 Transition Sumps. If the onshore piping is constructed according to Chapter 4, a transition sump at the shore end of the pier, wharf, or quay is not required. 6.7 Intermediate Containment Sumps. If valves or single-walled joints between lengths of piping are required, install an intermediate sump and a continuously monitored sensor to provide leak detection for the joint. The same considerations apply to the selection of intermediate sump materials as for dispenser sumps (see Section 6.5).
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Mount the intermediate sump so that it is firmly supported by the pier, wharf, or quay framework. Provide the sump with a water-tight cover that is flush with the decking. Alternatively, the sump cover may be just below the pier, wharf, or quay decking, with a removable section of decking above it.
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6.8 Additional Valves. Consider installing ball valves in containment sumps, as needed, to facilitate isolation of segments of the piping system for maintenance, repair, or draining of the piping. Fittings and valves installed in the sump should be of corrosion-resistant materials.
7.3 Piping Materials. Selection of appropriate piping materials for the floating dock is a critical step in the design of a marina-fuel-piping system. If the floating dock consists of a reasonably stable platform, requirements for piping flexibility are minimal and both flexible and semi-rigid piping materials are acceptable. Use flexible or semi-rigid pipe approved by the manufacturer and the authority having jurisdiction for aboveground, over-water, or underwater marina applications. Pipe construction should include secondary containment, either factory assembled or field constructed.
NOTE: Do not use galvanized pipe or fittings for diesel-fuel applications.
7. Floating-Dock Piping
The type of piping support required will vary depending on the piping material selected and the construction of the dock. Flexible and semi-rigid product piping may be mounted using commercially available steel support systems that are galvanized, painted, or otherwise protected against corrosion. Piping may also be installed directly in a channel provided by the dock manufacturer for this purpose.
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7.1 General. A floating dock may consist of a single, reasonably rigid floating structure, or several floating sections connected together. Floating docks pose special challenges because the piping is generally in close proximity to the water, and the dock structure typically incorporates some degree of flexibility. This chapter describes recommended design factors, materials, valves, fittings, and installation techniques for fuel piping located on a floating dock.
7.4 Piping Location and Support. Product piping on a floating dock is typically run underneath the dock deck between structural supports running the length of the dock. In some floating docks, the piping may be installed in a channel beneath the dock deck that is accessed by removable deck panels. Where feasible, piping access from the top of the dock is recommended. Protect the piping from rubbing against any of the dock components.
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7.2 Factors to Consider. There are a number of potential hazards to fuel piping on a floating dock. Piping on a floating dock must be able to withstand a corrosive environment, be resistant to fire and ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and be protected against physical damage. Piping must also be flexible enough to accommodate small-scale but very frequent movement due to wave action or the movement of people on the dock.
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Designing and constructing a functional and safe floating-dock-piping system requires careful selection of piping materials, knowledge of the magnitude and frequency of the anticipated range of motion, and a detailed plan for supporting the piping while still providing for the required degree of flexibility. The piping design should also include appropriate valves and fittings to improve safety, provide for leak detection, facilitate maintenance, permit draining of the piping for seasonal closing of the facility, and preparing for a severe storm event. In all cases, the piping should include double-walled construction either provided by the manufacturer or provided with secondary containment during the installation.
If piping will be exposed beneath the floating dock, install the product pipe within a protective, corrosionresistant sleeve (e.g., PVC). The sleeve is supported using the same methods as flexible and semi-rigid pipe. In some cases, the piping manufacturer may indicate that the piping needs no additional protection, even in relatively exposed locations, because protection from physical damage is inherent in the piping design. If this is the case, follow the piping manufacturer’s recommendations for protecting the pipe from physical damage. Where feasible, the minimum spacing between parallel product pipes should be equal to the diameter of the pipe or sleeve. Protect the piping against rubbing, chafing, pinching, crushing, and exposure to sunlight between the floating-dock sections. 7.5 Dock Transition Sump. Refer to Chapter 5 for a description of the construction and contents of the dock transition sump.
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8. Pier, Wharf, or Quay Dispenser Installation 8.1 General. Dispensers mounted on a pier, wharf, or quay are typically installed in much the same way as vehicle-fuel dispensers. Because they may be located in more exposed locations, factors such as flooding and wind loading may also need to be considered when planning a marina dispenser installation.
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8.2 Pier, Wharf, or Quay Dispenser Installation. Install dispensers on a firm foundation according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and industry standard practices. Depending on the pier, wharf, or quay construction, dispensers may be installed on a concrete base similar to a standard dispenser island at an automotive gas station or they may be securely anchored to the structural framework of the pier, wharf, or quay.
8.2.3 Pressure-Regulating Valve. If any portion of the fuel storage tank or fuel piping is at a higher elevation than the base of a dispensing device that contains a suction pump, install a pressure-regulating valve at the base of the dispensing device. Select a pressure-regulating valve that incorporates a shear section. Mount the pressure-regulating valve securely and at the appropriate height so that the shear section will operate as designed. Extend the atmospheric vents for the pressure-regulating valve and the air eliminator back to the storage tank or to an elevation that is higher than the highest point of the storage tank or product piping.
NOTE: Some authorities having jurisdiction may require wind loading and flood-zone analysis.
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8.2.1 Leak Detection. Install the piping beneath the dispenser in a containment sump with a continuously monitored sensor. If the dispenser is mounted on an elevated platform, be sure the containment sump will capture any drips or leaks that may occur from components within the dispenser cabinet.
8.2.4 Dispenser Anchoring. Marina fuel dispensers may be located in a flood zone or may be subject to higher wind loads than typical automotive dispensers. Dispensers should be securely bolted to a solid base using corrosion-resistant hardware. Refer to the dispenser manufacturer’s installation instructions for specific anchoring requirements.
Generally acceptable materials for a pier, wharf, or quay dispenser sump include polyethylene, fiberglass, stainless steel, and carbon steel protected against corrosion. When selecting a sump material observe the following cautions.
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• If the fill material beneath a quay is rocky or provides an uneven foundation, select a sump material such as steel that does not require uniform support. • If the sump will extend below the highest anticipated water level, be sure it is suitably reinforced and designed for a submerged application.
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• If fiberglass or polyethylene sumps will be exposed to direct sunlight, be sure they are treated to provide protection from ultraviolet (UV) radiation. 8.2.2 Emergency Shutoff Valve. Install a double-poppet emergency shutoff valve at the base of any dispenser connected to a pressurized-piping system. The base of the emergency shutoff valve must be securely anchored, and the shear section of the shutoff valve should be at the appropriate height so it will operate as designed. Install the shutoff valve so that the trip mechanism can operate freely and the test plug is readily accessible after the dispenser cabinet is installed.
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9. Floating-Dock Dispenser Installation 9.1 General. Dispensers mounted on a floating dock present special challenges. They are exposed to wind and weather and may be installed close to the water level, increasing the importance of corrosion-protection measures and proper electrical work. Because they are located directly over the water, containment of leaks and drips from dispensers on floating docks is very important. 9.2 Floating-Dock-Dispenser Installation. Securely anchor the dispenser to the structural framework of the dock. Follow manufacturer’s recommendations and industry standard practices for dispenser installation.
If there is limited space between the dock surface and the water level, the dispenser may be elevated on a platform to provide room for an emergency shutoff valve, pressure-regulating valve, or other necessary components. Construct the elevated platform of corrosion-protected steel, UV-protected fiberglass, pressure treated wood, or other appropriate materials that provide a solid foundation for the dispenser. If the dispenser containment sump
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has sufficient structural integrity, the dispenser platform can be created by extending the sides of the containment sump vertically and including a means of attaching the base of the dispenser cabinet to the top of the containment sump. If a dispenser platform is used, securely anchor the platform to the structural framework of the dock, and securely anchor the dispenser cabinet to the dispenser platform.
9.2.4 Dispenser Anchoring. Marina fuel dispensers may be located in a flood zone or be subject to higher wind loads than typical automotive dispensers. Dispensers should be securely bolted to a solid base using corrosion-resistant hardware. Refer to the dispenser manufacturer’s installation instructions for specific anchoring requirements.
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9.2.1 Leak Detection. Install dispensers on floating docks over a liquid-tight containment sump with a continuously monitored sensor in the bottom of the sump. Generally acceptable materials for a floating-dock-dispenser sump include polyethylene, fiberglass, stainless steel, and carbon steel protected against corrosion. When selecting a sump material observe the following cautions.
an elevation that is higher than the highest point of the storage tank or product piping.
• If the sump will extend below the water level, be sure it is suitably reinforced and designed for a submerged application.
10.1 General. Selecting the appropriate hose length, hose-stowing method, and nozzle features for a marina fueling system are important for both safety and the prevention of spills. Hose materials must be able to withstand a variety of fuels and in some cases severe exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Issues such as pressure relief and strain relief also need to be addressed.
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• If fiberglass or polyethylene sumps will be exposed to direct sunlight, be sure they are treated to provide protection from ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
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If the dispenser is mounted on an elevated platform, be sure the containment sump will capture any drips or leaks that may occur from components within the dispenser cabinet. Fasten the sump securely to the dock framework.
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9.2.2 Emergency Shutoff Valve. Install a double-poppet emergency shutoff valve at the base of any dispenser connected to a pressurized-piping system. The base of the emergency shutoff valve must be securely anchored, and the shear section of the shutoff valve should be at the appropriate height so that the shear section will operate as designed. Install the shutoff valve so that the trip mechanism can operate freely and the test plug is readily accessible after the dispenser cabinet is installed. 9.2.3 Pressure-Regulating Valve. Install a pressure-regulating valve at the base of any dispensing device that contains a suction pump where any portion of the fuel tank or fuel piping is at a higher elevation than the base of the pump. Select a pressure-regulating valve that incorporates a shear section. Mount the pressure-regulating valve securely and at the appropriate height so that the shear section will operate as designed. Extend the atmospheric vents for the pressure-regulating valve and the air eliminator back to the storage tank or to
10.2 Hose Materials. Use hoses approved by the manufacturer for marina use. Hose materials must be compatible with the fuel being dispensed, have low permeation, tolerate heat and cold, and be resistant to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Hoses with colored outer coverings are often preferred because they will not mar the finish of the vessel being fueled.
NOTE: If Coast Guard approval of the hose is required, ask the manufacturer to supply hose that has been tested to Coast Guard specifications. 10.3 Stowing the Hose. A typical marine-fueling facility must be prepared to service vessels of many different types and sizes. To accomplish this, a substantial length of dispensing hose is typically provided. Measures to protect lengthy marina hoses from physical damage and minimize the trip hazard to personnel using the fueling facility are usually required. To safely stow dispensing hose when it is not in use, provide a hose reel or sturdy stanchion.
Hose reels should be designed for use in the corrosive marine environment. Position the hose reel adjacent to
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10.6 Nozzle. Select a nozzle that will be compatible with the type of fuel to be dispensed and can provide the design fuel-flow rate. Marina nozzles should incorporate features that will help minimize the potential for fuel spills and drips. Nozzles should not be left unattended during marina fueling operations. Remove hold-open latch devices from nozzles intended for marina service.
Figure 10-1. Proper stowage protects marina fuel hoses
from physical damage and minimizes tripping hazards. Hose reels are convenient to use and encourage the proper stowage of hoses and nozzles.
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11.1 General. Marina fueling systems present several electrical issues not present in land-based fueling systems. The proximity of water presents electrocution hazards and long lengths of hose provide conditions that favor the build-up of static electricity. Proper grounding and electrical continuity of fueling-system components are particularly important in marina fueling systems.
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If a stanchion is used to stow the hose, build it to withstand rugged use and the marine environment and mount it securely to the wharf, quay, pier, or dock. Position the stanchion adjacent to the dispenser so that the nozzle can be conveniently returned to the dispenser-nozzle receptacle after use. If a nozzle receptacle that is not part of a dispenser is to be used, follow the recommendations for nozzle stowage in the following section.
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If the nozzle will not be returned to the dispensernozzle receptacle after each fueling event, provide a conveniently located, securely mounted receptacle for the nozzle. Include a switch in the receptacle that will turn off the power to the pump when the nozzle is hung up. The switch should operate automatically to turn the pump power on or off when the nozzle is removed or replaced. Alternately, position the switch so that it must be in the off position in order to place the nozzle in the
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11.2 Electrical Codes. Follow established electrical codes such as NEC 70 and applicable portions of fueling codes such as NFPA 30A and International Fire Code, Chapters 22 and 34 (refer to Appendix A for full citations to these documents). Pay particular attention to requirements for wet or damp locations (e.g., ground fault protection) and classified areas (e.g., explosion-proof construction and sealing of conduits).
Use corrosion-resistant or corrosion-protected electrical conduit and fittings. To the extent practical, install electrical conduit so that it is separated from the product piping. Some dock designs include a single channel for all utilities, so it may not be practical to install electrical conduit and product piping on opposite sides of the dock. 11.3 Emergency Shutoff Switches. Emergency shutoff switches should cut off power to all pumps, fuel-dispensing devices, solenoid valves, and electrical circuits in classified areas. Locate emergency shutoff switches where they will be readily accessible when needed.
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Install an emergency shutoff switch no closer than 20 feet and no further than 100 feet from each dispensing device. Recommended locations for additional emergency shutoff switches include on shore near the access point to the fuel dock and wherever the authority having jurisdiction or the facility owner deems appropriate.
12.1 General. It is important to establish that a fuel system is liquid-tight at various junctures during the installation process and immediately prior to putting the system into service. Pre-operational testing is a key step in verifying the quality of the work and the integrity of the finished storage system. For the most part, the testing steps outlined in PEI/RP100 and RP200 are applicable to marina fueling systems.
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Identify each shutoff switch with a clearly legible sign with 2 inch red capital letters that read, “EMERGENCY PUMP SHUTOFF.”
12. Installation and Pre Operational Testing
12.2 Testing During Installation. Conduct the following tests during the installation process to verify the integrity of the system. Consult the referenced PEI recommended practices for a detailed description of the test procedures.
• Air/soap test underground tank(s) prior to placing in the excavation (RP100). • Air/soap test aboveground tank(s) prior to introducing product into the tank (RP200).
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• Air test primary piping after assembly; apply soap solution wherever feasible (RP100).
Figure 11-1. Emergency shutoff switches should be clear-
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11.4 Continuity. Electrical continuity of fueling-system components is achieved by following applicable electrical codes and using components that are listed or approved by the manufacturer for marina fueling applications. Be sure to verify the electrical continuity of the dispensing hose and nozzle with the dispenser cabinet prior to putting the fueling system into operation. Verify the continuity of the dispenser with the facility’s electrical earth ground according to the dispenser manufacturer’s installation instructions.
NOTE: Procedures described in PEI/RP400, Recommended Procedure for Testing Electrical Continuity of Fuel-Dispensing Hanging Hardware can be used to verify the continuity of dispensing hoses and nozzles with the dispenser cabinet.
• Air/soap test underground secondary piping after assembly but before burial (RP100). • Air/soap test aboveground piping prior to introducing product into the piping (RP200). • Test all underground sumps prior to backfilling (RP100). • Test all aboveground sumps prior to introducing product into the piping (RP100). • Measure underground tank deflection (RP100).
12.3 Testing Prior to Operation. Conduct the tests in Table 12-1 after the installation is complete but before it is placed in operation. Conduct testing according to the equipment manufacturer’s recommended procedures. In the absence of manufacturer’s instructions, follow the procedures in the applicable PEI recommended practice. Consider having a third party conduct the testing to protect the interests of both the installation contractor and the facility owner. Document test results and provide them to the facility owner. The installer should retain a copy of the test results with the facility installation records.
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PEI Recommended Practices 1000-09 Component
Test Procedure Inspect tank interstice or check vacuum or liquid level according to manufacturer’s instructions or RP100.
Double-walled piping
Tightness test primary piping. Air/soap test secondary piping according to manufacturer’s instructions or RP100.
Containment sumps
Hydrostatically test all sumps according to manufacturer’s instructions or RP100.
Leak-detection sensors
Verify ability to detect water and/or product, as applicable, according to RP900.
Automatic tank gauges
Verify setup parameters (e.g., tank size, construction, tilt) and calibration. If periodic testing with the tank gauge is to be used for leak detection in underground tanks, verify that the appropriate testing interval has been programmed (e.g., daily, weekly, or monthly). Refer to RP900.
Overfill-prevention devices
Verify that the device is set at the proper height and test for proper operation according to RP900. Aboveground tanks should have more than one overfillprevention device (see RP600).
Spill-containment manholes
Check the operation of the liquid drain (if present) and the clearance between the fill-pipe cap and the containment-manhole cover. Remove liquids, trash, installation aids, etc. Refer to RP900.
Emergency-shutoff valves
Verify that the valve is securely anchored and that the valve mechanism operates freely. Check the level of the shear section relative to the base of the dispenser. Test the operation of the valve according to RP900.
Mechanical line-leak detectors
Verify the ability of the leak detector to detect a 3 gallon per hour leak according to the manufacturer’s instructions or RP900. If a solenoid valve is used to isolate a portion of the piping for testing, verify the operation of the solenoid valve.
Electronic line-leak detectors
Verify setup parameters (e.g., piping length, diameter, type). Test the leak detector for the ability to detect a simulated leak of 3 gallons per hour according to the manufacturer’s instructions or RP900. If a solenoid valve is used to isolate a portion of the piping for testing, verify the operation of the solenoid valve.
Hanging hardware
Test the electrical continuity of the hanging hardware, including any hose mounted on reels, using the procedures described in RP400.
Continuity
Test the continuity of grounding wire(s) from dispenser(s) back to the facility earth ground.
Nozzles
Verify that the nozzle hold-open latch mechanism has been removed. Test the operation of the flow shut-off mechanism according to RP500.
Meters
Check the calibration of dispenser meters.
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Cathodic protection
Verify the continuity/isolation of system components according to RP100. Measure structure-to-soil potentials and rectifier output according to RP100.
Anti-siphon and solenoid valves
Verify the operation of anti-siphon valves and solenoid valves in sumps.
Emergency shutoff switches
Test the operation of the emergency shutoff switch and verify that activation of the switch cuts power to all pumps, dispensers, solenoid valves, and electrical circuits located in a classified area according to RP500.
Signage
Verify that proper signage (per NFPA 30A or IFC 2210) is present.
Fire Extinguishers
Verify that the proper type and size of fire extinguishers are present and in their correct locations according to NFPA 30A and NFPA 10 or IFC 2210.
Table 12-1. Testing Before Placing the System in Service
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NFPA Code 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages, contains specific requirements for marina fueling facilities, including provisions for fire control and operating requirements.
13. Emergency Preparedness
13.4 International Code Council. Chapter 22 of the International Fire Code (IFC) has specific requirements for marina fueling facilities, including provisions for fire control and operating requirements.
NOTE: State or local fire authorities generally base their codes on either the NFPA or the ICC codes. Determine which code applies before beginning construction of a marina fueling facility.
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13.1 General. Incidents at marinas can range from trips and falls to leaks, fires, floods, and hurricanes. Incorporating the features described in this recommended practice in the construction of marina fueling facilities will help minimize the occurrence and severity of accidents due to human nature and reduce the environmental impacts of fuel releases that may result from natural disasters. A large part of emergency preparedness is not in the equipment, however, but in the people who operate the fuel system. This chapter provides references and brief descriptions to help operators locate the information they need to operate storage systems safely and responsibly.
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13.2 Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans. SPCC regulations originally went into effect in 1974. They have been revised in recent years. It is the owner’s responsibility to determine whether a facility is subject to the SPCC regulations. This determination should be made before a facility is designed or constructed as SPCC regulations may affect the design of the fuel-storage system.
WARNING: There may be other authorities besides those listed here that need to be consulted regarding the installation and operation requirements for marina fueling facilities. It is the facility owner or operator’s responsibility to identify all of the authorities that may have jurisdiction over a specific marina fueling facility.
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The basic requirements of the SPCC regulations are to review the construction and operation of a petroleumstorage facility, develop a plan, and provide necessary materials to respond to releases of petroleum products near navigable waters. Refer to Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 112 (usually abbreviated as 40 CFR 112) for a full description of the SPCC requirements.
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NOTE: Local authorities may administer the SPCC program and have additional requirements beyond the federal regulations. Consult with the authorities having jurisdiction to determine applicable SPCC requirements.
13.3 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes. NFPA publishes two codes relevant to general marina operations. NFPA 302, Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft, establishes requirements for the prevention of fire and explosions on boats by eliminating ignition sources, promoting ventilation, and specifying fire extinguishing equipment. NFPA 303, Fire Protection Standard for Marinas and Boatyards, describes standards for the construction and operation of marinas, boatyards, and other marinerelated facilities.
14. Documentation, Training, Inspection, and Maintenance 14.1 General. This chapter describes the types of documentation that should be provided by the installer to the owner and the basic operating information that should be conveyed to facility personnel so that they can operate the marina facility safely and responsibly. 14.2 Documentation. Provide any documentation supplied by the equipment manufacturer for the equipment installed, including warranties, operation and maintenance manuals, installation instructions, and equipment specifications. When required, provide as-built drawings and photographs showing the general layout of the installation. 14.3 Training. Fuel attendants are a critical component of safe fueling practices at marinas. The safe operation of marina facilities depends on having a trained attendant present at the facility at all times during fuel-dispensing hours. If contracted to do so, the installer may provide training to personnel designated by the owner at a point
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PEI Recommended Practices 1000-09 • Policies and procedures to promote customer safety during fueling operations and when people are present around fueling equipment • The recognition of leak-related alarms and how to respond appropriately to them • The function and location of emergency shutoff switches • The function and location of manually operated valves in the fuel system
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• The function and location of leak sensors
• The location and operation of fire extinguishers and/or a fire-suppression system • Procedures to prevent fuel spillage • Spill-response procedures
• Emergency-response procedures
Figure 14-1. Boat fueling procedures are more complex
• Procedures for properly securing watercraft while fueling • Policies and procedures to ensure that all fuelingrelated signage is readily visible
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than car fueling procedures. For this reason, marina fueling facilities should always be attended by trained personnel.
• Proper fuel-system shutdown and restart procedures
in time when the marina fuel facility is essentially complete but not yet open for operation.
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The facility owner is responsible for providing general and facility-specific training to employees at the time of their initial employment. Annual refresher training should also be provided for existing employees. The fuel-system installer or service provider may provide training for facility personnel if contracted to do so. Training topics for personnel associated with the facility fuel system include but are not limited to: • The role of facility personnel in the fueling process • Proper care and operation of fueling equipment
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• The importance of manually operating the fuel nozzle and not using an improvised hold-open device • Procedures for various fueling operations, including filling portable fuel tanks, built-in fuel tanks, and personal watercraft • The importance of ventilation before, during, and after the fueling process • Policies and procedures for controlling sources of ignition (e.g., smoking, static)
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• Procedures for completing inspection and maintenance checklist(s) • Recordkeeping requirements.
14.4 Inspection. A program of ongoing inspections is required to provide safe, reliable operation of the marina fueling system. Daily, monthly, and annual inspection and maintenance checklists for dispensers are provided in PEI/RP500, Recommended Practices for Inspection and Maintenance of Motor Fuel Dispensing Equipment, and for underground tanks in PEI/RP900, Recommended Practices for the Inspection and Maintenance of UST Systems.
In addition to the inspection procedures described in these documents, when the following marina-specific components are present, they should be inspected by marina personnel on a daily basis: • Hose reels – check for leaks and proper operation • External fuel filters – check for leaks • All exposed piping – check for leaks • Any submerged piping – wipe down to remove any biological growth, check for leaks.
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When the following marina-specific components are present, they should be inspected and checked for proper operation by a qualified technician on an annual basis: • Solenoid valves – check for leaks and proper operation • Safety breaks – check for leaks, visual evidence of corrosion, and expiration date • Ball valves – manually operate to verify that they operate freely
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• Piping supports – visually inspect piping supports for evidence of corrosion or deterioration. Pay particular attention to supports that may not be readily visible but are critical to proper operation and support of the piping.
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APPENDIX A PUBLICATION REFERENCE Many of the recommendations contained in this publication have been derived from the standards and recommended practices of other industry organizations. Listed below are the names, addresses, telephone numbers and websites of selected industry organizations, followed by the titles of their publications, which have some relation to the installation of marina fueling equipment.
■ International Code Council,
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NOTE: Links to download or purchase many of the references listed below can be found at www.pei.org/RP1000.
Publications, 4051 West Flossmoor Road, Country Club Hills, Illinois 60478-5795. (888) 422-7233. www.iccsafe.org International Code Council, International Fire Code, 2009. ■ National Fire Protection Association
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1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, Massachusetts 02169-7471. (800) 344-3555. www.nfpa.org National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 1, Uniform Fire Code™, 2009. National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 10, Standard of Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2007. National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, 2008. National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages, 2008. National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, 2008. National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 302, Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft, 2004. National Fire Protection Association, NFPA 303, Fire Protection Standard for Marinas and Boatyards, 2006.
Aboveground Storage Systems for Motor-Vehicle Fueling, 2008. Petroleum Equipment Institute, RP300-04, Recommended Practices for Installation and Testing of Vapor-Recovery Systems at Vehicle-Fueling Sites, 2004. Petroleum Equipment Institute, RP400-07, Recommended Procedure for Testing Electrical Continuity of Fuel-Dispensing Hanging Hardware, 2002; Reaffirmed 2007. Petroleum Equipment Institute, RP500-05, Recommended Practices for Inspection and Maintenance of Motor Fuel Dispensing Equipment, 2005. Petroleum Equipment Institute, RP600-07, Recommended Practices for Overfill Prevention for Shop-Fabricated Aboveground Tanks, 2007. Petroleum Equipment Institute, RP900-05, Recommended Practices for Inspection and Maintenance of UST Systems, 2005.
■ Petroleum Equipment Institute
P.O. Box 2380, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74101-2380. (918) 494-9696. www.pei.org Petroleum Equipment Institute, Petroleum Equipment LEXICON, Terms Used in Petroleum Marketing Operations, 1995. Petroleum Equipment Institute, RP100-05, Recommended Practices for Installation of Underground Liquid Storage Systems, 2005. Petroleum Equipment Institute, RP20008, Recommended Practices for Installation of
■ U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Headquarters
441 G Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20314-1000. (202) 761-0011. www.usace.army.mil U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USC, Title 33, Part 403, Obstruction of navigable waters generally; wharves; piers, etc.; excavations and filling in. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USC, Title 33, Part 1344, Permits for dredged or fill material. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, USC, Title 33, Part 1413, Dumping permit program for dredged material. ■ U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
2100 Second Street, SW, Washington, D.C. 20593. www.uscg.mil Coast Guard, Department of Transportation, Title 33, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 154, Facilities Transferring Oil or Hazardous Material in Bulk, July 1, 2007.
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Safety and Health Administration
Frances Perkins Building, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room S2317, Washington, D.C. 20210. (202) 693-2000. www.osha.gov Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 1910, Occupational Safety and Health Standards. ■ U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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