NFPA 52: Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code, 2010 Edition

NFPA® 52 Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code 2010 Edition

Chapter 1 Administration

1.1 Scope
1.2 Purpose. (Reserved)
1.3 Retroactivity
1.4 Alternate Provisions
1.5 Units
1.6 Enforcement
1.7 Training

Chapter 2 Referenced Publications

2.1 General
2.2 NFPA Publications
2.3 Other Publications
2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections

Chapter 3 Definitions

3.1 General
3.2 NFPA Official Definitions
3.3 General Definitions

Chapter 4 General CNG Requirements and Equipment Qualifications

4.1 Application
4.2 Composition
4.3 System Approvals
4.4 Design and Construction of Containers
4.5 Pressure Relief Devices (PRDs)
4.6 Pressure Gauges
4.7 Pressure Regulators
4.8 Fuel Lines
4.9 Valves
4.10 Hose and Hose Connections
4.11 Vehicle Fueling Connection

Chapter 5 General GH2 Requirements and Equipment Qualifications

5.1 Application
5.2 System Approvals
5.3 Design and Construction of Containers, Cylinders, and Tanks
5.4 Pressure Relief Devices
5.5 Vent Pipe Termination
5.6 Pressure Gauges
5.7 Pressure Regulators
5.8 Fuel Lines
5.9 Valves
5.10 Hose and Hose Connections
5.11 Vehicle Fueling Connection

Chapter 6 CNG Engine Fuel Systems

6.1 Application
6.2 System Component Qualifications
6.3 Installation of Fuel Supply Containers
6.4 Installation of Venting Systems
6.5 Installation of Piping
6.6 Installation of Valves
6.7 Installation of Pressure Gauges
6.8 Installation of Pressure Regulators
6.9 Installation of Fueling Connection
6.10 Wiring Installation
6.11 Labeling
6.12 System Testing
6.13 System Maintenance and Repair
6.14 Discharge from Vehicle Containers

Chapter 7 Service and Maintenance of GH2 Engine Fuel Systems

7.1 Application
7.2 System Component Qualifications
7.3 System Testing
7.4 System Maintenance and Repair
7.5 Discharge from Vehicle Containers

Chapter 8 CNG Compression, Gas Processing, Storage, and Dispensing Systems

8.1 Application
8.2 System Component Qualifications
8.3 General System Requirements
8.4 System Siting
8.5 Installation of Containers and Container Appurtenances (Other than Pressure Relief Devices)
8.6 Installation of Pressure Relief Devices
8.7 Installation of Pressure Regulators
8.8 Installation of Pressure Gauges
8.9 Installation of Piping and Hoses
8.10 System Testing
8.11 Installation of Emergency Shutdown Equipment
8.12 Installation of Electrical Equipment
8.13 Stray or Impressed Currents and Bonding
8.14 System Operation
8.15 Fire Protection
8.16 System Maintenance
8.17 Vehicle Fueling Appliances in Nonresidential Occupancies

Chapter 9 GH2 Compression, Gas Processing, Storage, and Dispensing Systems

9.1 System Component Qualifications
9.2 General System Requirements
9.3 System Siting
9.4 Indoor Fast-Fill Fueling, Outdoor Storage, and Compression
9.5 Installation of Containers and Container Appurtenances (Other than Pressure Relief Devices)
9.6 Installation of PRDs on Fueling Systems
9.7 Installation of Pressure Regulators
9.8 Installation of Pressure Gauges
9.9 Installation of Piping and Hoses
9.10 System Testing
9.11 Installation of Emergency Shutdown Equipment
9.12 Installation of Electrical Equipment
9.13 Stray or Impressed Currents and Bonding
9.14 System Operation
9.15 Fire Protection
9.16 Maintenance System
9.17 Vehicle Fueling Appliances in Nonresidential Occupancies
9.18 Residential Fueling Facility (RFF-GH2).
9.19 Refueling from Transport Vehicles
9.20 Out-of-Service Aboveground Containers. (Reserved)

Chapter 10 CNG Residential Fueling Facilities (RFF-CNGs)

10.1 Application
10.2 System Component Qualifications
10.3 General Safety Requirements
10.4 Installation
10.5 Installation of PRVs
10.6 Installation of Pressure Gauges
10.7 Pressure Regulation
10.8 Piping and Hose
10.9 Testing
10.10 Installation of Emergency Shutdown Equipment
10.11 Operation
10.12 Maintenance and Inspection

Chapter 11 LNG Engine Fuel Systems

11.1 Application
11.2 Materials
11.3 Vehicular Fuel Containers
11.4 Pressure Relief Devices
11.5 Pressure Gauges
11.6 Pressure Regulators
11.7 Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings
11.8 Valves
11.9 Pumps and Compressors
11.10 Vaporizers
11.11 Component Qualification
11.12 Installation
11.13 System Testing

Chapter 12 LNG Fueling Facilities

12.1 Application
12.2 Facility Design
12.3 Cargo Transport Unloading
12.4 Vehicle Fuel Dispensing Systems
12.5 Piping Systems and Components
12.6 Safety and Relief Valves
12.7 Corrosion Control
12.8 Stationary Pumps and Compressors
12.9 Vaporizers
12.10 LNG-to-CNG (L/CNG) Systems
12.11 Instrumentation
12.12 Electrical Equipment
12.13 Maintenance

Chapter 13 Reserved

Chapter 14 LH2 Fueling Facilities

14.1 Application
14.2 Containers. (Reserved)
14.3 Facility Design
14.4 Cargo Transport Unloading
14.5 LH2 Vehicle Fuel Dispensing Systems
14.6 Piping, Tubing, and Fittings. (Reserved)
14.7 Piping Systems and Components
14.8 Pressure Relief Devices
14.9 Corrosion Control
14.10 Stationary Pumps and Compressors
14.11 Vaporizers
14.12 LH2 to GH2 Systems
14.13 Instrumentation
14.14 Electrical Equipment
14.15 Maintenance
14.16 Out-of-Service Stationary Bulk Gas Systems
14.17 Refueling from Transport Vehicles

Chapter 15 LNG Fire Protection

15.1 Application
15.2 Fire Protection, Safety, and Security
15.3 Ignition Source Control
15.4 Personnel Safety and Training
15.5 Security
15.6 Hazard Detection
15.7 Parking of LNG Vehicles
15.8 Warning Signs

Chapter 16 Installation Requirements for ASME Tanks for LNG

16.1 Application
16.2 General
16.3 Containers
16.4 Container Foundations and Supports
16.5 Container Installation
16.6 Product Retention Valves
16.7 Inspection
16.8 Testing and Purging of LNG Containers
16.9 Piping
16.10 Container Instrumentation
16.11 Pressure Control

Chapter 17 LNG and CNG on Commercial Marine Vessels and Pleasure Craft

17.1 Application
17.2 Installation of Fuel Supply Containers
17.3 Installation of Pressure Gauges
17.4 Labeling
17.5 Operation
17.6 Fire Protection for Vessels
17.7 Installation of Powered Ventilation
17.8 Fueling Systems
17.9 Storage and Handling of Fuels
17.10 Marine Service Stations
17.11 Engine Rooms or Compartments
17.12 Tank Rooms or Compartments
17.13 Vent Masts
17.14 Deluge Systems
17.15 Alarm Systems
17.16 Safety Equipment
17.17 Safety Training

Chapter 18 Reserved

Chapter 19 Reserved

Chapter 20 Reserved

Chapter 21 Reserved

Annex A Explanatory Material
Annex B Sample Ordinance Adopting NFPA 52
Annex C Pressure Relief Devices (PRDs)
Annex D OSHA Requirements for Hydrogen Systems
Annex E Material Compatibility for Hydrogen Service
Annex F Informational References
Index