Standard

AS/NZS 1596

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Abstract

Scope and objective This document specifies requirements for the location, design, construction, commissioning and operation of installations for the storage and handling of LP Gas and other heavier-than-air flammable gases, and includes the management of emergencies. This document applies regardless of the source of gas and includes synthetic and renewable sources, as well as the traditional petroleum feed stock. The objective of this document is to provide designers, planners, operators and regulators with technical and procedural requirements for installations for the safe storage and handling of LP Gas. This document does not prevent the use of designs, materials, methods of assembly, procedures and similar that do not conform to the specific requirements of this document, or are not mentioned in it, provided the performance requirements specified herein are met. Refer to the relevant regulatory body for acceptance of this clause. Sections 3, 11, 12 and 13 set out general requirements that apply to the storage and handling of LP Gas in quantities greater than minor storage. Section 2 sets out conditions and requirements for minor storage and usage of LP Gas in cylinders. Section 4 sets out specific requirements for the storage and usage of LP Gas in cylinders, in quantities that are greater than, or do not conform to, minor storage. Sections 5, 6 and 7 set out requirements for the storage and handling of LP Gas in tanks, in various locations. Sections 8 and 9 set out specific requirements for cylinder filling operations in Australia and New Zealand respectively. Section 10 sets out specific requirements for automotive filling installations, including service stations.

Document information

  • Standard from SA_AC
  • Published:
  • Version: 0
  • Document type: IS
  • Additional information
    • Ninth Edition