Fire Compliance for Storage Tanks

Tank-to-tank fire spread occurs from spreading ground-level liquid fires or radiant heat transfer.
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Tank-to-tank fire spread occurs from spreading ground-level liquid fires or radiant heat transfer.
The purpose of this document is to present a case for modifying NFPA and AWWA standards related to Fire Flow Testing of Hydrants so that identifying inoperative hydrants and inadequate water supplies can be done in the most efficient and economical way.
Tanks must have an adequate water supply and be properly maintained so that they are working during emergencies.
The upcoming edition of NFPA 2112 reflects substantive changes.
High risk factor in water tank incidents
Molten materials releases can include glass, steel, aluminum, other metals, sulfur, or salt.
Oklahoma State University's firefighter training curriculum traces its heritage back to the 1930s.