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5704.2.12.1 Acceptance testing.
Prior to being placed into service, tanks shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 30.
5704.2.12.2 Testing of underground tanks.
Underground tanks shall be tested hydrostatically at 15 pounds per square inch (psig) (103.4 kPa), or 150 percent of the maximum anticipated static head pressure, whichever is greater, for the inner tank, and pneumatically or hydrostatically at 5 pounds per square inch (psig) (34.5 kPa) for the annular space (secondary containment tank). When a pneumatic test is allowed, an inert gas shall be used; however, air may be used if the tank does not contain any flammable or combustible liquid vapor. Test pressure shall be maintained for sufficient time to complete visual inspection, but not less than 1 hour. A tank shall be deemed to have passed the test if it shows no evidence of leakage or permanent deformation.
5704.2.12.3 Testing of aboveground tanks.
Aboveground tanks shall be tested hydrostatically at 15 pounds per square inch (psig) (103.4 kPa) for the inner tank, and pneumatically or hydrostatically at 5 pounds per square inch (psig) (34.5 kPa) for the annular space (secondary containment tank). When a pneumatic test is allowed, an inert gas shall be used; however, air may be used if the tank does not contain any flammable or combustible liquid vapor. Test pressure shall be maintained for sufficient time to complete visual inspection, but not less than 1 hour. A tank shall be deemed to have passed the test if it shows no evidence of leakage or permanent deformation.
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