NFPA 780 2023 Edition

N 7.8* Tank Batteries.

N 7.8.1 Protection of tank batteries shall include the protection of associated equipment.

N 7.8.2 Strike termination methods shall be provided in accordance with 7.3.3 and 7.6.3.2.

N 7.8.3* Site appurtenances - such as flare stacks, separators,

and heater treaters - outside of a zone of protection shall be protected.

N 7.8.4 Ground-level potential equalization shall be established within the tank battery through the interconnection of metallic components, underground piping, and grounding systems.

N 7.8.5* In locations where direct strikes or arcing is likely to occur, engineering methods shall be used to minimize the accumulation of flammable vapors in areas where a source of ignition is likely to be present.

N 7.8.6 Surge protection shall comply with 7.3.6.