5303.2.1 Stationary compressed gas containers.

Stationary compressed gas containers shall be marked with the name of the gas in accordance with FC 5003.5 and 5003.6. Markings shall be visible from any direction of approach. All uninsulated stationary outdoor compressed gas containers shall be of light-reflective design or painted with a light-reflecting color.

5303.2.2 Portable containers.

Portable compressed gas containers shall be marked in accordance with CGA C-7 and DOTn regulations.

5303.2.3 Piping systems.

Piping systems shall be marked in accordance with ASME A13.1. Markings used for piping systems shall consist of the name of the contents and include an arrow indicating direction of flow. Markings shall be provided at each valve; at wall, floor or ceiling penetrations; at each change of direction; and at a minimum of every 20 feet (6096 mm) or fraction thereof throughout the piping run.

   Exceptions:

      1.   Piping that is designed or intended to carry more than one compressed gas at various times shall have appropriate signs or markings posted at the manifold, along the piping and at each point of use to provide clear identification and warning.

      2.   Piping within gas-manufacturing plants, gas-processing plants and similar occupancies shall be marked in an approved manner.

5303.2.4 Out-of-service containers.

Out-of-service compressed gas containers shall be marked to indicate that they are no longer available for service.

5303.3 Container protection.

Compressed gas containers and systems shall be secured and protected against physical damage and tampering in compliance with the requirements of FC 5003.9.2, 5303.3.2 and 5303.3.3.