Virginia Administrative Code
Title 4 - CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Agency 25 - DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
Chapter 40 - SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR MINERAL MINING
Part IV - Fire Prevention and Control-Surface and Underground
Section 4VAC25-40-660 - Removing flammable and combustible gases from containers

Universal Citation: 4 VA Admin Code 25-40-660

Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 3, September 23, 2024

Prior to applying heat, cutting, or welding on any pipe or container that has contained a flammable or combustible material:

1. The pipe or container shall be drained, thoroughly cleaned and ventilated; and

2. The pipe or container shall be filled with an inert gas or material.

Statutory Authority

§§ 45.1-161.3, 45.1-161.294 and 45.1-161.305 of the Code of Virginia.

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