Ohio Administrative Code
Title 1301:7 - Division of State Fire Marshal
Chapter 1301:7-7 - Ohio Fire Code
Section 1301:7-7-20 - Aviation facilities
Universal Citation: OH Admin Code 1301:7-7-20
Current through all regulations passed and filed through September 16, 2024
(A) Section 2001 General
(1)2001.1 Scope. Airports, heliports, helistops and aircraft
hangars shall be in accordance with this rule.
(2)
2001.2
Regulations not covered. Regulations not specifically contained herein
pertaining to airports, aircraft maintenance, aircraft hangars and appurtenant
operations shall be in accordance with nationally recognized
standards.
(3)
2001.3 Permits. For permits to operate
aircraft-refueling vehicles, application of flammable or combustible finishes
and hot work, see rule
1301:7-7-01
of the Administrative Code.
(B) Section 2002 Definitions
(1)
2002.1 Definitions. The following terms are defined in rule
1301:7-7-02 of the
Administrative Code.
"Aircraft operation area (AOA)."
"Airport."
"Heliport."
"Helistop."
(C) Section 2003 General precautions
(1)
2003.1 Sources of
ignition. Open flames, flame-producing devices and other sources of ignition
shall not be permitted in a hangar, except in approved locations or in any
location within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of an aircraft-fueling
operation.
(2)
2003.2 Smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited in
aircraft-refueling vehicles, aircraft hangars and aircraft operation areas used
for cleaning, paint removal, painting operations or fueling. "No Smoking" signs
shall be provided in accordance with paragraph (J)(310) of rule
1301:7-7-03
of the Administrative Code.
Exception: Designated and approved smoking areas.
(3)
2003.3 Housekeeping. The aircraft operation area (AOA)
and related areas shall be kept free from combustible debris at all
times.
(4)
2003.4 Fire department access. Fire apparatus access
roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with rule
1301:7-7-05
of the Administrative Code. Fire apparatus access roads and aircraft parking
positions shall be designed in a manner so as to preclude the possibility of
fire vehicles traveling under any portion of a parked aircraft.
(5)
2003.5 Dispensing
of flammable and combustible liquids. The dispensing, transferring and storage
of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with this rule and
rule
1301:7-7-57
of the Administrative Code. Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities
shall be in accordance with rule
1301:7-7-23
of the Administrative Code.
(6)
2003.6
Combustible storage. Combustible materials stored in aircraft hangars shall be
stored in approved locations and containers.
(7)
2003.7 Hazardous
material storage. Hazardous materials shall be stored in accordance with rule
1301:7-7-50
of the Administrative Code.
(D) Section 2004 Aircraft maintenance
(1)
2004.1 Transferring flammable and combustible liquids.
Flammable and combustible liquids shall not be dispensed into or removed from a
container, tank, vehicle or aircraft except in approved
locations.
(2)
2004.2 Application of flammable and combustible liquid
finishes. The application of flammable or Class II combustible liquid finishes
is prohibited unless both of the following conditions are met:
(a)
The application
of the liquid finish is accomplished in an approved location.
(b)
The application
methods and procedures are in accordance with rule
1301:7-7-24 of
the Administrative Code.
(3)
2004.3 Cleaning
parts. Class IA flammable liquids shall not be used to clean aircraft, aircraft
parts or aircraft engines. Cleaning with other flammable and combustible
liquids shall be in accordance with paragraph (E)(3)(f)(5705.3.6) of rule
1301:7-7-57
of the Administrative Code.
(4)
2004.4 Spills.
Paragraphs (D)(4)(a)(2004.4.1) to (D)(4)(c)(2004.4.3) of this rule shall apply
to spills of flammable and combustible liquids and other hazardous materials.
Fuel spill control shall also comply with paragraph (F)(11)( 2006.11) of this
rule.
(a)
2004.4.1 Cessation of work. Activities in the affected area
not related to the mitigation of the spill shall cease until the spilled
material has been removed or the hazard has been mitigated.
(b)
2004.4.2 Vehicle
movement. Aircraft or other vehicles shall not be moved through the spill area
until the spilled material has been removed or the hazard has been
mitigated.
(c)
2004.4.3 Mitigation. Spills shall be reported,
documented and mitigated in accordance with the provisions of this rule and
paragraph (C)(3)( 5003.3) of rule
1301:7-7-50
of the Administrative Code.
(5)
2004.5 Running
engines. Aircraft engines shall not be run in aircraft hangars except in
approved engine test areas.
(6)
2004.6 Open
flame. Repairing of aircraft requiring the use of open flames, spark- producing
devices or the heating of parts above 500°F (260°C) shall only be done outdoors
or in an area complying with the provisions of the building code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code for a Group F-1 occupancy.
(7)
2004.7 Other
aircraft maintenance. Maintenance, repairs, modifications, or construction
performed upon aircraft not addressed elsewhere in this rule shall be conducted
in accordance with NFPA 410 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(E) Section 2005 Portable fire extinguishers
(1)
2005.1 General. Portable fire extinguishers suitable
for flammable or combustible liquid and electrical-type fires shall be provided
as specified in paragraphs (E)(2)( 2005.2) to (E)(6)( 2005.6) of this rule
and paragraph (F)(906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code. Extinguishers required by this paragraph shall be
inspected and maintained in accordance with paragraph (F) (906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
2005.2 On towing
vehicles. Vehicles used for towing aircraft shall be equipped with not less
than one listed portable fire extinguisher complying with paragraph (F)(906) of
rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code and having a minimum rating of
20-B:C.
(3)
2005.3 On welding apparatus. Welding apparatus shall be
equipped with not less than one listed portable fire extinguisher complying
with paragraph (F)(906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code and having a minimum rating of
2-A:20-B:C.
(4)
2005.4 On aircraft fuel-servicing tank vehicles.
Aircraft fuel-servicing tank vehicles shall be equipped with not less than two
listed portable fire extinguishers complying with paragraph (F)(906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code, each having a minimum rating of 20-B:C. A portable
fire extinguisher shall be readily accessible from either side of the
vehicle.
(5)
2005.5 On hydrant fuel-servicing vehicles. Hydrant
fuel-servicing vehicles shall be equipped with not less than one listed
portable fire extinguisher complying with paragraph (F)(906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code, and having a minimum rating of
20-B:C.
(6)
2005.6 At fuel-dispensing stations. Portable fire
extinguishers at fuel-dispensing stations shall be located such that pumps or
dispensers are not more than 75 feet (22 860 mm) from one such extinguisher.
Fire extinguishers shall be provided as follows:
(a)
Where the
open-hose discharge capacity of the fueling system is not more than 200 gallons
per minute (13 L/s), not less than two listed portable fire extinguishers
complying with paragraph (F)(906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code and having a minimum rating of 20-B:C shall be
provided.
(b)
Where the open-hose discharge capacity of the fueling
system is more than 200 gallons per minute (13 L/s) but not more than 350
gallons per minute (22 L/s), not less than one listed wheeled extinguisher
complying with paragraph (F)(906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code and having a minimum extinguishing rating of 80-B:C,
and a minimum agent capacity of 125 pounds (57 kg), shall be
provided.
(c)
Where the open-hose discharge capacity of the fueling
system is more than 350 gallons per minute (22 L/s), not less than two listed
wheeled extinguishers complying with paragraph (F)(906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code and having a minimum rating of 80-B:C each, and a
minimum capacity agent of 125 pounds (57 kg) of each, shall be
provided.
(7)
2005.7 Fire extinguisher access. Portable fire
extinguishers required by this rule shall be accessible at all times. Where
necessary, provisions shall be made to clear accumulations of snow, ice and
other forms of weather-induced obstructions.
(a)
2005.7.1
Cabinets. Cabinets and enclosed compartments used to house portable fire
extinguishers shall be clearly marked with the words "FIRE EXTINGUISHER" in
letters at least 2 inches (51 mm) high. Cabinets and compartments shall be
readily accessible at all times.
(8)
2005.8 Reporting
use. Use of a fire extinguisher under any circumstances shall be reported to
the manager of the airport and the fire code official immediately after
use.
(F) Section 2006 Aircraft fueling
(1)
2006.1 Aircraft
motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities. Aircraft motor vehicle
fuel-dispensing facilities shall be in accordance with rule
1301:7-7-23
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
2006.2 Airport
fuel systems. Airport fuel systems shall be designed and constructed in
accordance with NFPA 407 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(3)
2006.3
Construction of aircraft-fueling vehicles and accessories. Aircraft- fueling
vehicles shall comply with this paragraph and shall be designed and constructed
in accordance with NFPA 407 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(a)
2006.3.1 Transfer apparatus. Aircraft-fueling vehicles
shall be equipped and maintained with an approved transfer apparatus.
(i)
2006.3.1.1
Internal combustion type. Where such transfer apparatus is operated by an
individual unit of the internal-combustion-motor type, such power unit shall be
located as remotely as practicable from pumps, piping, meters, air eliminators,
water separators, hose reels and similar equipment, and shall be housed in a
separate compartment from any of the aforementioned items. The fuel tank in
connection therewith shall be suitably designed and installed, and the maximum
fuel capacity shall not exceed 5 gallons (19 L) where the tank is installed on
the engine. The exhaust pipe, muffler and tail pipe shall be
shielded.
(ii)
2006.3.1.2 Gear operated. Where operated by gears or
chains, the gears, chains, shafts, bearings, housing and all parts thereof
shall be of an approved design and shall be installed and maintained in an
approved manner.
(iii)
2006.3.1.3 Vibration isolation. Flexible connections
for the purpose of eliminating vibration are allowed if the material used
therein is designed, installed and maintained in an approved manner, provided
such connections do not exceed 24 inches (610 mm) in length.
(b)
2006.3.2 Pumps. Pumps of a positive-displacement type shall
be provided with a bypass relief valve set at a pressure of not more than 35
per cent in excess of the normal working pressure of such unit. Such units
shall be equipped and maintained with a pressure gauge on the discharge side of
the pump.
(c)
2006.3.3 Dispensing hoses and nozzles. Hoses shall be
designed for the transferring of hydrocarbon liquids and shall not be any
longer than necessary to provide efficient fuel transfer operations. Hoses
shall be equipped with an approved shutoff nozzle. Fuel-transfer nozzles shall
be self-closing and designed to be actuated by hand pressure only. Notches and
other devices shall not be used for holding a nozzle valve handle in the open
position. Nozzles shall be equipped with a bonding cable complete with proper
attachment for aircraft to be serviced.
(d)
2006.3.4
Protection of electrical equipment. Electric wiring, switches, lights and other
sources of ignition, where located in a compartment housing piping, pumps, air
eliminators, water separators, hose reels or similar equipment, shall be
enclosed in a vapor-tight housing. Electrical motors located in such a
compartment shall be of a type approved for use as specified in NFPA 70 as
listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(e)
2006.3.5 Venting
of equipment compartments. Compartments housing piping, pumps, air eliminators,
water separators, hose reels and similar equipment shall be adequately
ventilated at floor level or within the floor itself
(f)2006.3.6 Accessory
equipment. Ladders, hose reels and similar accessory equipment shall be of an
approved type and constructed substantially as follows:
(i)
Ladders
constructed of noncombustible material are allowed to be used with or attached
to aircraft-fueling vehicles, provided the manner of attachment or use of such
ladders is approved and does not constitute an additional fire or accident
hazard in the operation of such fueling vehicles.
(ii)
Hose reels used
in connection with fueling vehicles shall be constructed of noncombustible
materials and shall be provided with a packing gland or other device that will
preclude fuel leakage between reels and fuel
manifolds.
(g)
2006.3.7 Electrical bonding provisions. Transfer
apparatus shall be metallically interconnected with tanks, chassis, axles and
springs of aircraft-fueling vehicles.
(i)
2006.3.7.1
Bonding cables. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be provided and maintained with
a substantial heavy-duty electrical cable of sufficient length to be bonded to
the aircraft to be serviced. Such cable shall be metallically connected to the
transfer apparatus or chassis of the aircraft-fueling vehicle on one end and
shall be provided with a suitable metal clamp on the other end, to be fixed to
the aircraft.
(ii)
2006.3.7.2 Bonding cable protection. The bonding cable
shall be bare or have a transparent protective sleeve and be stored on a reel
or in a compartment provided for no other purpose. It shall be carried in such
a manner that it will not be subjected to sharp kinks or accidental breakage
under conditions of general use.
(h)
2006.3.8 Smoking.
Smoking in aircraft-fueling vehicles is prohibited. Signs to this effect shall
be conspicuously posted in the driver's compartment of all fueling
vehicles.
(i)
2006.3.9 Smoking equipment. Smoking equipment such as
cigarette lighters and ash trays shall not be provided in aircraft-fueling
vehicles.
(4)
2006.4 Operation, maintenance and use of
aircraft-fueling vehicles. The operation, maintenance and use of
aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be in accordance with paragraphs
(F)(4)(a)(2006.4.1) to (F)(4)(d)(2006.4.4) of this rule and other applicable
provisions of this rule.
(a)
2006.4.1 Proper maintenance. Aircraft-fueling vehicles
and all related equipment shall be properly maintained and kept in good repair.
Accumulations of oil, grease, fuel and other flammable or combustible materials
is prohibited. Maintenance and servicing of such equipment shall be
accomplished in approved areas.
(b)
2006.4.2 Vehicle
integrity. Tanks, pipes, hoses, valves and other fuel delivery equipment shall
be maintained leak free at all times.
(c)
2006.4.3 Removal
from service. Aircraft-fueling vehicles and related equipment that are in
violation of paragraph (F)(4)(a)(2006.4.1) or (F) (4)(b)(2006.4.2) of this rule
shall be immediately defueled and removed from service and shall not be
returned to service until proper repairs have been made.
(d)
2006.4.4
Operators. Aircraft-fueling vehicles that are operated by a person, firm or
corporation other than the permittee or the permittee's authorized employee
shall be provided with a legible sign visible from outside the vehicle showing
the name of the person, firm or corporation operating such
unit.
(5)
2006.5 Fueling and defueling. Aircraft-fueling and
defueling operations shall be in accordance with paragraphs (F)(5)(a)(2006.5.1)
to (F)(5)(e)(2006.5.5) of this rule.
(a)
2006.5.1
Positioning of aircraft-fueling vehicles. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall not
be located, parked or permitted to stand in a position where such unit would
obstruct egress from an aircraft should a fire occur during fuel-transfer
operations. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall not be located, parked or permitted
to stand under any portion of an aircraft.
Exception: Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be allowed to be located under aircraft wings during underwing fueling of turbine-engine powered aircraft.
(i)
2006.5.1.1
Fueling vehicle egress. A clear path shall be maintained for aircraft-fueling
vehicles to provide for prompt and timely egress from the fueling
area.
(ii)
2006.5.1.2 Aircraft vent openings. A clear space not
less than 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be maintained between aircraft fuel-system
vent openings and any part or portion of an aircraft-fueling
vehicle.
(iii)
2006.5.1.3 Parking. Prior to leaving the cab, the
aircraft-fueling vehicle operator shall ensure that the parking brake has been
set. Not less than two chock blocks not less than 5 inches by 5 inches by 12
inches (127 mm by 127 mm by 305 mm) in size and dished to fit the contour of
the tires shall be utilized and positioned in such a manner as to preclude
movement of the vehicle in any direction.
(b)
2006.5.2
Electrical bonding. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be electrically bonded to
the aircraft being fueled or defueled. Bonding connections shall be made prior
to making fueling connections and shall not be disconnected until the
fuel-transfer operations are completed and the fueling connections have been
removed.
Where a hydrant service vehicle or cart is used for fueling, the hydrant coupler shall be connected to the hydrant system prior to bonding the fueling equipment to the aircraft.
(i)
2006.5.2.1
Conductive hose. In addition to the bonding cable required by paragraph
(F)(5)(b)(2006.5.2) of this rule, conductive hose shall be used for all fueling
operations.
(ii)
2006.5.2.2 Bonding conductors on transfer nozzles.
Transfer nozzles shall be equipped with approved bonding conductors that shall
be clipped or otherwise positively engaged with the bonding attachment provided
on the aircraft adjacent to the fuel tank cap prior to removal of the
cap.
Exception: In the case of overwing fueling where no appropriate bonding attachment adjacent to the fuel fill port has been provided on the aircraft, the fueling operator shall touch the fuel tank cap with the nozzle spout prior to removal of the cap. The nozzle shall be kept in contact with the fill port until fueling is completed.
(iii)
2006.5.2.3 Funnels. Where required, metal funnels are
allowed to be used during fueling operations. Direct contact between the
fueling receptacle, the funnel and the fueling nozzle shall be maintained
during the fueling operation.
(c)
2006.5.3
Training. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be attended and operated only by
persons instructed in methods of proper use and operation and who are qualified
to use such fueling vehicles in accordance with minimum safety
requirements.
(i)
2006.5.3.1 Fueling hazards. Fuel-servicing personnel
shall know and understand the hazards associated with each type of fuel
dispensed by the airport fueling-system operator.
(ii)
2006.5.3.2 Fire
safety training. Employees of fuel agents who fuel aircraft, accept fuel
shipments or otherwise handle fuel shall receive approved fire safety
training.
(a)
2006.5.3.2.1 Fire extinguisher training. Fuel-servicing
personnel shall receive approved training in the operation of
fire-extinguishing equipment.
(b)
2006.5.3.2.2
Records. The airport fueling-system operator shall maintain records of all
training administered to its employees.
(d)
2006.5.4 Transfer
personnel. During fuel-transfer operations, a qualified person shall be in
control of each transfer nozzle and another qualified person shall be in
immediate control of the fuel-pumping equipment to shut off or otherwise
control the flow of fuel from the time fueling operations are begun until they
are completed.
Exceptions:
1.
For underwing
refueling, the person stationed at the point of fuel intake is not
required.
2.
For overwing refueling, the person stationed at the
fuel pumping equipment shall not be required where the person at the fuel
dispensing device is within 75 feet (22 800 mm) of the emergency shutoff
device; is not on the wing of the aircraft and has a clear and unencumbered
path to the fuel pumping equipment; and the fuel dispensing line does not
exceed 50 feet (15 240 mm) in length.
The fueling operator shall monitor the panel of the fueling equipment and the aircraft control panel during pressure fueling or shall monitor the fill port during overwing fueling.
(e)
2006.5.5 Fuel flow control. Fuel flow-control valves
shall be operable only by the direct hand pressure of the operator. Removal of
the operator's hand pressure shall cause an immediate cessation of the flow of
fuel.
(6)
2006.6 Emergency fuel shutoff. Emergency fuel shutoff
controls and procedures shall comply with paragraphs (F)(6)(a)(2006.6.1) to
(F)(6)(d)(2006.6.4) of this rule.
(a)
2006.6.1 Accessibility. Emergency fuel shutoff controls
shall be readily accessible at all times when the fueling system is being
operated.
(b)
2006.6.2 Notification of the fire department. The
fueling-system operator shall establish a procedure by which the fire
department will be notified in the event of an activation of an emergency fuel
shutoff control.
(c)
2006.6.3 Determining cause. Prior to reestablishment of
normal fuel flow, the cause of fuel shutoff conditions shall be determined and
corrected.
(d)
2006.6.4 Testing. Emergency fuel shutoff devices shall
be operationally tested at intervals not exceeding three months. The
fueling-system operator shall maintain testing records.
(7)
2006.7
Protection of hoses. Before an aircraft-fueling vehicle is moved, fuel transfer
hoses shall be properly placed on the approved reel or in the compartment
provided, or stored on the top decking of the fueling vehicle if proper height
rail is provided for security and protection of such equipment. Fuel-transfer
hose shall not be looped or draped over any part of the fueling vehicle, except
as herein provided. Fuel-transfer hose shall not be dragged when such fueling
vehicle is moved from one fueling position to another.
(8)
2006.8 Loading
and unloading. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be loaded only at an approved
loading rack. Such loading racks shall be in accordance with paragraph
(F)(5)(a)(xii)(5706.5.1.12) of rule
1301:7-7-57
of the Administrative Code.
Exceptions:
1.
Aircraft-refueling
units are allowed to be loaded from the fuel tanks of an aircraft during
defueling operations.
2.
Fuel transfer between tank vehicles is allowed to be
performed in accordance with paragraph (F)(6)( 5706.6) of rule
1301:7-7-57
of the Administrative Code when the operation is not less than 200 feet (60 960
mm) from an aircraft.
The fuel cargo of such units shall be unloaded only by approved transfer apparatus into the fuel tanks of aircraft, underground storage tanks or approved gravity storage tanks.
(9)
2006.9 Passengers. Passenger traffic is allowed during
the time fuel transfer operations are in progress, provided the following
provisions are strictly enforced by the owner of the aircraft or the owner's
authorized employee:
(a)
Smoking and producing an open flame in the cabin of the
aircraft or the outside thereof within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of such aircraft
shall be prohibited.
A qualified employee of the aircraft owner shall be responsible for seeing that the passengers are not allowed to smoke when remaining aboard the aircraft or while going across the ramp from the gate to such aircraft, or vice versa.
(b)
Passengers shall
not be permitted to linger about the plane, but shall proceed directly between
the loading gate and the aircraft.
(c)
Passenger loading
stands or walkways shall be left in loading position until all fuel transfer
operations are completed.
(d)
Fuel transfer operations shall not be performed on the
main exit side of any aircraft containing passengers except when the owner of
such aircraft or a capable and qualified employee of such owner remains inside
the aircraft to direct and assist the escape of such passengers through regular
and emergency exits in the event fire should occur during fuel transfer
operations.
(10)
2006.10 Sources of ignition. Smoking and producing open
flames within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of a point where fuel is being transferred
shall be prohibited. Electrical and motor-driven devices shall not be connected
to or disconnected from an aircraft at any time fueling operations are in
progress on such aircraft.
(11)
2006.11 Fuel
spill prevention and procedures. Fuel spill prevention and the procedures for
handling spills shall comply with paragraphs (F)(11)(a) (2006.11.1) to
(F)(11)(g)( 200611.7) of this rule.
(a)
2006.11.1
Fuel-service equipment maintenance. Aircraft fuel-servicing equipment shall be
maintained and kept free from leaks. Fuel-servicing equipment that malfunctions
or leaks shall not be continued in service.
(b)
2006.11.2
Transporting fuel nozzles. Fuel nozzles shall be carried utilizing appropriate
handles. Dragging fuel nozzles along the ground shall be
prohibited.
(c)
2006.11.3 Drum fueling. Fueling from drums or other
containers having a capacity greater than 5 gallons (19 L) shall be
accomplished with the use of an approved pump.
(d)
2006.11.4 Fuel
spill procedures. The fueling-system operator shall establish procedures to
follow in the event of a fuel spill. These procedures shall be comprehensive
and shall provide for all of the following:
(i)
Upon observation
of a fuel spill, the aircraft-fueling operator shall immediately stop the
delivery of fuel by releasing hand pressure from the fuel flow-control
valve.
(ii)
Failure of the fuel control valve to stop the continued
spillage of fuel shall be cause for the activation of the appropriate emergency
fuel shutoff device.
(iii)
A supervisor for the fueling-system operator shall
respond to the fuel spill area immediately.
(e)
2006.11.5
Notification of the fire department. The fire department shall be notified of
any fuel spill that is considered a hazard to people or property or which meets
one or more of the following criteria:
(i)
Any dimension of
the spill is greater than 10 feet (3048 mm).
(ii)
The spill area
is greater than 50 square feet ( 4.65
m2).
(iii)
The fuel flow
is continuous in nature.
(f)
2006.11.6
Investigation required. An investigation shall be conducted by the
fueling-system operator of all spills requiring notification of the fire
department. The investigation shall provide conclusive proof of the cause and
verification of the appropriate use of emergency procedures. Where it is
determined that corrective measures are necessary to prevent future incidents
of the same nature, they shall be implemented immediately.
(g)
2006.11.7
Multiple fuel delivery vehicles. Simultaneous delivery of fuel from more than
one aircraft-fueling vehicle to a single aircraft-fueling manifold is
prohibited unless proper backflow prevention devices are installed to prevent
fuel flow into the tank vehicles.
(12)
2006.12 Aircraft
engines and heaters. Operation of aircraft onboard engines and combustion
heaters shall be terminated prior to commencing fuel service operations and
shall remain off until the fuel-servicing operation is completed.
Exception: In an emergency, a single jet engine is allowed to be operated during fuel servicing where all of the following conditions are met:
1.
The emergency shall have resulted from an onboard
failure of the aircraft's auxiliary power unit.
2.
Restoration of
auxiliary power to the aircraft by ground support services is not
available.
3.
The engine to be operated is either at the rear of the
aircraft or on the opposite side of the aircraft from the fuel service
operation.
4.
The emergency operation is in accordance with a written
procedure approved by the fire code official.
(13)
2006.13 Vehicle
and equipment restrictions. During aircraft-fueling operations, only the
equipment actively involved in the fueling operation is allowed within 50 feet
(15 240 mm) of the aircraft being fueled. Other equipment shall be prohibited
in this area until the fueling operation is complete.
Exception: Aircraft-fueling operations utilizing single-point refueling with a sealed, mechanically locked fuel line connection and the fuel is not a Class I flammable liquid.
A clear space of not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be maintained between aircraft fuel-system vent openings and any part or portion of aircraft-servicing vehicles or equipment.
(a)
2006.13.1
Overwing fueling. Vehicles or equipment shall not be allowed beneath the
trailing edge of the wing when aircraft fueling takes place over the wing and
the aircraft fuel-system vents are located on the upper surface of the
wing.
(14)
2006.14 Electrical equipment. Electrical equipment,
including but not limited to, battery chargers, ground or auxiliary power
units, fans, compressors or tools, shall not be operated, nor shall they be
connected or disconnected from their power source, during fuel service
operations.
(a)
2006.14.1 Other equipment. Electrical or other
spark-producing equipment shall not be used within 10 feet (3048 mm) of fueling
equipment, aircraft fill or vent points, or spill areas unless that equipment
is intrinsically safe and approved for use in an explosive
atmosphere.
(15)
2006.15 Open flames. Open flames and open-flame devices
are prohibited within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of any aircraft fuel-servicing
operation or fueling equipment.
(a)
2006.15.1 Other areas. The fire code official is
authorized to establish other locations where open flames and open-flame
devices are prohibited.
(b)
2006.15.2 Matches and lighters. Personnel assigned to
and engaged in fuel- servicing operations shall not carry matches or lighters
on or about their person. Matches or lighters shall be prohibited in, on or
about aircraft-fueling equipment.
(16)
2006.16
Lightning procedures. The fire code official is authorized to require the
airport authority and the fueling-system operator to establish written
procedures to follow when lightning flashes are detected on or near the
airport. These procedures shall establish criteria for the suspension and
resumption of aircraft-fueling operations.
(17)
2006.17
Fuel-transfer locations. Aircraft fuel-transfer operations shall be prohibited
indoors.
Exception: In aircraft hangars built in accordance with the provisions of the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code for Group F-1 occupancies, aircraft fuel-transfer operations are allowed where either of the following conditions exist:
1.
Necessary to accomplish aircraft fuel-system
maintenance operations. Such operations shall be performed in accordance with
nationally recognized standards.
2.
The fuel being
used has a flash point greater than 100°F ( 37.8 °C).
(a)
2006.17.1
Position of aircraft. Aircraft being fueled shall be positioned such that any
fuel system vents and other fuel tank openings are not less than:
(i)
Twenty-five feet
(7620 mm) from buildings or structures other than jet bridges;
and
(ii)
Fifty feet (15 240 mm) from air intake vents for
boiler, heater or incinerator rooms.
(b)
2006.17.2 Fire
equipment access. Access for fire service equipment to aircraft shall be
maintained during fuel-servicing operations.
(18)
2006.18 Defueling operations. The requirements for fueling
operations contained in this paragraph shall also apply to aircraft defueling
operations. Additional procedures shall be established by the fueling-system
operator to prevent overfilling of the tank vehicle used in the defueling
operation.
(19)
2006.19 Maintenance of aircraft-fueling hose.
Aircraft-fueling hoses shall be maintained in accordance with paragraphs
(F)(19)(a)(2006.19.1) to (F)(19)(d) (2006.19.4) of this rule.
(a)
2006.19.1
Inspections. Hoses used to fuel or defuel aircraft shall be inspected
periodically to ensure their serviceability and suitability for continued
service. The fuel-service operator shall maintain records of all tests and
inspections performed on fueling hoses. Hoses found to be defective or
otherwise damaged shall be immediately removed from service.
(i)
2006.19.1.1 Daily
inspection. Each hose shall be inspected daily. This inspection shall include a
complete visual scan of the exterior for evidence of damage, blistering or
leakage. Each coupling shall be inspected for evidence of leaks, slippage or
misalignment.
(ii)
2006.19.1.2 Monthly inspection. A more thorough
inspection, including pressure testing, shall be accomplished for each hose on
a monthly basis. This inspection shall include examination of the fuel delivery
inlet screen for rubber particles, which indicates problems with the hose
lining.
(b)
2006.19.2 Damaged hose. Hose that has been subjected to
severe abuse shall be immediately removed from service. Such hoses shall be
hydrostatically tested prior to being returned to service.
(c)
2006.19.3
Repairing hose. Hoses are allowed to be repaired by removing the damaged
portion and recoupling the undamaged end. When recoupling hoses, only couplings
designed and approved for the size and type of hose in question shall be used.
Hoses repaired in this manner shall be visually inspected and hydrostatically
tested prior to being placed back in service.
(d)
2006.19.4 New
hose. New hose shall be visually inspected prior to being placed into
service.
(20)
2006.20 Aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles parking.
Unattended aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles shall be parked in areas that
provide for both the unencumbered dispersal of vehicles in the event of an
emergency and the control of leakage such that adjacent buildings and storm
drains are not contaminated by leaking fuel.
(a)
2006.20.1 Parking
area design. Parking areas for tank vehicles shall be designed and utilized
such that a clearance of 10 feet (3048 mm) is maintained between each parked
vehicle for fire department access. In addition, a minimum clearance of 50 feet
(15 240 mm) shall be maintained between tank vehicles and parked aircraft and
structures other than those used for the maintenance and/or garaging of
aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles.
(21)
2006.21 Radar
equipment. Aircraft fuel-servicing operations shall be prohibited while the
weather-mapping radar of that aircraft is operating.
Aircraft fuel-servicing of other operations in which flammable liquids, vapors or mists may be present shall not be conducted within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of an operating aircraft surveillance radar.
Aircraft fuel-servicing operations shall not be conducted within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of airport flight traffic surveillance radar equipment.
Aircraft fuel-servicing or other operations in which flammable liquids, vapors or mists may be present shall not be conducted within 100 feet (30 480 mm) of airport ground traffic surveillance radar equipment.
(a)
2006.21.1 Direction of radar beams. The beam from
ground radar equipment shall not be directed toward fuel storage or loading
racks.
Exceptions:
1.
Fuel storage and
loading racks in excess of 300 feet (91 440 mm) from airport flight traffic
surveillance equipment.
2.
Fuel storage and loading racks in excess of 100 feet
(30 480 mm) from airport ground traffic surveillance equipment.
(G) Section 2007 Helistops and heliports
(1)
2007.1 General.
Helistops and heliports shall be maintained in accordance with paragraphs
(G)(2)( 2007.2) to (G)(8)( 2007.8) of this rule. Helistops and heliports on
buildings shall be constructed in accordance with the building code as listed
in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
2007.2
Clearances. The touchdown area shall be surrounded on all sides by a clear area
having minimum average width at roof level of 15 feet (4572 mm) but no width
less than 5 feet (1524 mm). The clear area shall be maintained.
(3)
2007.3 Flammable
and Class II combustible liquid spillage. Landing areas on structures shall be
maintained so as to confine flammable or Class II combustible liquid spillage
to the landing area itself, and provisions shall be made to drain such spillage
away from exits or stairways serving the helicopter landing area or from a
structure housing such exit or stairway.
(4)
2007.4 Exits.
Exits and stairways shall be maintained in accordance with section 412.7 of the
building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(5)
2007.5 Standpipe
systems. A building with a rooftop helistop or heliport shall be provided with
a Class I or III standpipe system extended to the roof level on which the
helistop or heliport is located. All portions of the helistop and heliport area
shall be within 150 feet (45 720 mm) of a 21/2 -inch ( 63.5 mm) outlet on the
standpipe system.
(6)
2007.6 Foam protection. Foam fire-protection
capabilities shall be provided for rooftop heliports. Such systems shall be
designed, installed and maintained in accordance with the applicable provisions
of paragraphs (C)(903), (D)(904) and (E)(905) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code.
(7)
2007.7 Fire
extinguishers. Not less than one portable fire extinguisher having a minimum
80-B:C rating shall be provided for each permanent takeoff and landing area and
for the aircraft parking areas. Installation, inspection and maintenance of
these extinguishers shall be in accordance with paragraph (D) (906) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code.
(8)
2007.8 Federal
approval. Before operating helicopters from helistops and heliports, approval
shall be obtained from the federal aviation administration.
Replaces: 1301:7-7-11.
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