Section 285.641.5. Liquid level-gauging devices.  


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  • (1) A storage facility shall ensure that a  storage   container permits easy and safe measurement of the liquid level within the storage container. Liquid level gauging may be accomplished using any of the following:

    (a)     Tank markings.

    (b)     See-through gradations.

    (c)     Dip sticks.

    (d)    Site gauge tubes.

    (e)     Other approved means.

    (2)       A storage facility shall ensure that exterior liquid level gauging devices are secured to protect against breakage and vandalism.

    (3)       A storage facility shall ensure that a storage container which has external sight gauges has a lockable bottom valve and is locked closed when not in use.

    (4)        A facility that is placed in service after the effective date of this rule shall immediately comply with this rule. A facility that is in service before the effective date of this rule has 2 years to comply with this rule.

History: 1998-2000 AACS.