HomeMy WebLinkAboutUNDERGROUND TANKPermit to Operate
Prevention Services Propane
Storage & Exchange System Permit
SUBJECT TO
Permit ID: #016-B
Foods Co
8200 Rosedale Hwy., Bakersfield, CA 93312
Bakersfield Fire Department
OFFICE OF PREVENTION SERVICES
1715 Chester Ave., 3~ Floor
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Issued by:
Voice: (661) 326-3979
FAX: (661) 852-2171
CONDITIONS OF PERMIT
THIS PERMIT IS ISSUED
FOR THE FOLLOWING
] Located at lea~t 1 O' from doonvays or openings In a
bulldlr~ frequented by the public, or property line that
can be built upon
] Located at least 20' from any automotive sewlce
station fuel dispenser
] When exposed to probable vehicular damage due to
proximity to alleys, driveways, or barking areas,
protective crash posts will be required
] 'NO SMO~NG" signs shall be posted and clearly
visible
Approved by:
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Prevention Services V
Expiration Date: June 30~ 2006
Certified Fee
r--I Return Reclept Fee
(Endorsement Required)
Restricted Delivery Fee
(Endorsement Required)
Total Postage & Fees
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1.75
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· Complete items 1, 2, and 3. Aisc complete
item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired.
· Print your name and address on the reverse
so that we can return the card to you.
· Attach this ~ard to the back of the mail. ce,
or on the front if space permits.
1, Article Add[~ssed to:
VIR DICK NEWTON
FOODS CO.
~200 ROSEDALE HWY.
IAKERSFIELD, CA
[] Agent
[] Addressee
D. Is delivery lifferent from item 17
If YES, enter delivery add[ess below:
[] No
3. Service Type
I~ Certified Mail [] Express Mail
[] Registered [] Return Receipt for Merchandise
[] Insured Mail [] C.O.D.
4. Restricted Delivery? (Extra Fee) [] Yes
2. Article Number
2218
102595-02-M-1540
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
I First-Class Mail ~
I Postage & Fees Paid~
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[Permit No. G-10 ]
Sender: Please print your name, a~ddres~s., and ZIP+4 in this bo~ '
Bakersfield Fire Departmer~t
Prevention Services
1715 Chester Avenue, Suite 300
Bakersfield, CA 93301
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FIRE CHIEF
RON FRAZE
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
2101 "H" Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
VOICE (661) 326-3941
FAX (661) 395-1349
SUPPRESSION SERVICES
210~H" Street
... Bakersh.i(d, CA 93301
VOICF~'(661 ) 326-3941
F~ (6~1) 395-1349
PREVENTION SERVICES
FIRE SAFETY SERVICES · ENVIRONMENTAL SER1/ICES
1715 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
VOICE (661) 326-3979
FAX (661) 326-0576
PUBLIC EDUCATION
1715 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
VOICE (661) 326-3696
FAX (661) 326-0576
FIRE INVESTIGATION
1715 Chester Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93301
VOICE (661) 326-3951
FAX (661) 326-0576
TRAINING DIVISION
5642 Victor Ave.
Bakersfield, CA 93308
VOICE (661) 399-4697
FAX (661) 399-5763
December 18, 2003
CERTIFIED MAIL
Mr. Dick Newton
Foods Co. '
3200 Rosedale Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93312
RE: Propane Exchange Program
Dear Owner/Operator:
The purpose of this letter is to advise you of current code requirements for
propane exchange systems, such as "Blue Rhino" or "Amerigas." This does not
apply to large propane tanks, only propane exchange systems.
Over the past two years this office has noted a dramatic increase in the propane
exchange system in the city of Bakersfield. It has also been noted, with great
concern, that many of these installations are a clear violation of the UFC
(Uniform Fire Code) and represent a danger to public health and safety.
Accordingly, procedures for storage of propane cylinders awaiting use, resale or
exchange, have been adopted through BMC (Bakersfield Municipal Code) and
adoption of the 2001 UFC. The procedures are as follows:
Storage outside of building for propane cylinders (1,000 pounds
or less) awaiting use, re-sale, or part of a cylinder exchange point
shall be located at least 10 feet from any doorways or openings in
a buildingfrequented by the public, or property line that can be
built upon, and 20 feet from any automotive service station fuel
dispenser. (Note distance from doorways increases when
cylinders are over 1,000 pounds cumulatively.)
Cylinders in storage shall be located in a manner which
minimizes exposure to excessive temperature rise, physical
damage or tampering (Section 8212, California Fire Code, 2001
Edition).
When exposed to probable vehicular damage due to proximity to
alleys, driveways or parking areas, protective crash posts will be
required as follows (Section 8001.11.3 and 8210, California Fire
Code, 200 ! Edition):
1)
Constructed of steel, not less than 4 inches in diameter,
and concrete filled.
~erto To:
Re:
Dated:
Page
Owner/Operators of Propane Exchange~S~,stems
Propane Exchange Program
December 18, 2003
2 of 2
2)
3)
4)
5)
Spaced not more than 4 feet between posts, on center.
Set not less than 3 feet deep in a concrete footing of not
less than a 15 inch diameter.
Set with the top of the posts not less than 3 feet
aboveground.
Located not less than 5 feet from the cylinder storage
area.
Exceptions: Cylinders storage areas located on a
sidewalk which is elevated not less than 6 inches above
the alley, driveway or parking area, with not less than
10 feet of separation between the curb and the cylinder
storage area.
"No Smoking" signs shall be posted and clearly visible
(Section 8208, California Fire Code, 2001 Edition).
Resale and exchange facilities must be under permit to verify compliance. All
existing facilities will be checked and when compliance is confirmed, a permit
will be issued. All new propane exchange systems must be permitted prior to
installation.
You will have 90 days (March 4, 2004) to comply with the procedures outlined.
Once compliance has been confirmed, each exchange system will be issued a
permit, which will be placed on the exchange system.
Sites not conforming to current code, Will be "red tagged" and must be taken out
of service immediately.
You should contact your Blue Rhino representative, Mr. Taylor Noland, or your
local Amerigas representative. They are aware of current code requirements. If
you do not have a propane exchange system, please disregard this letter.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (661) 326-3190.
Sincerely,
Steve Underwood
Fire Inspector/Petroleum/
Environmental Code Enforcement Officer