NFPA 30 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Flashcards

Under NFPA 30, what bonding and grounding requirement applies when transferring Class I flammable liquids from one container to another?

Answer: Containers must be bonded together and grounded to prevent static sparks

NFPA 30 requires that both containers be bonded to each other and that the system be grounded to prevent static electricity discharge during transfer.

According to NFPA 30, what type of electrical equipment is required in a flammable liquid storage room classified as a Division 1 hazardous location?

Answer: Explosion-proof or intrinsically safe

NFPA 30 requires explosion-proof or intrinsically safe electrical equipment in Division 1 hazardous locations where flammable vapors may be present.

Under NFPA 30, how must flammable liquid storage rooms be ventilated?

Answer: Mechanical ventilation providing at least 1 cfm per square foot of floor area

NFPA 30 requires flammable liquid storage rooms to have mechanical ventilation providing at least 1 cubic foot per minute per square foot of floor area.

According to NFPA 30, what is the maximum quantity of Class IA liquids permitted in a processing area without a sprinkler system?

Answer: 5 gallons

NFPA 30 limits the quantity of Class IA flammable liquid in unsprinklered processing areas to 5 gallons.

Under NFPA 30, underground storage tanks must be equipped with which device to prevent overflow during filling?

Answer: Overfill prevention device

NFPA 30 requires underground storage tanks to have overfill prevention devices to automatically stop or signal when the tank reaches 90–95% capacity.

According to NFPA 30, what is required for flammable liquid dispensing areas to prevent static ignition?

Answer: The dispensing nozzle must be bonded to the container before dispensing

NFPA 30 requires the dispensing nozzle to be bonded to the receiving container prior to opening the dispensing valve to prevent static sparks.