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Hydrogen Vehicle and Infrastructure Codes and Standards Citations

This document lists codes and standards typically used for U.S. hydrogen vehicle and infrastructure 

projects. To determine which codes and standards apply to a specific project, identify the codes and 

standards currently in effect within the jurisdiction where the project will be located. Some 

jurisdictions also have unique ordinances or regulations that could apply. 

Learn about codes and standards basics at www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/codes_standards_basics.html. 

Find hydrogen vehicle and infrastructure codes and standards in these categories: 

• Annual Inspections

• Balance of Plant

• Canopy Tops

• Compressed Hydrogen Gas Storage

• Compression Systems and Equipment

• Design

• Dispensing

• Dispensing, Operations, and Maintenance Safety

• Fire Safety

• Liquid Hydrogen Storage

• On-Site Hydrogen Production

• Operation Approvals

• Setbacks and Footprints

• Outdoor Gaseous Systems

• Transportation

• Vaporizers

Annual Inspections

CGA G-5.4, Standard for Hydrogen Piping Systems at Consumer Locations 

(Compressed Gas Association, 2005)

• 7.0 Maintenance and Repair 

CGA G-5.5, Hydrogen Vent Systems (Compressed Gas Association, 2004)

• 9 Maintenance 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 406.2 Frequency 

• 901.6.2 Records 

• 907.2 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance 

• 2206.2.1.1 Inventory Control for Underground Tanks 
2

• 3204.5.2 Corrosion Protection 

• 3205.4 Filling and Dispensing 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2.15 General System Requirements 

Balance of Plant

Piping & Tubing

ASME B31.3, Process Piping (American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 

2006)

• F323.4(5) Specific Material Considerations-Metals 

• IX K305 Pipe 

• ASME B31.12, Hydrogen Piping and Pipelines 

CGA G-5.4, Standard for Hydrogen Piping Systems at Consumer Locations 

(Compressed Gas Association, 2005)

• 3.1 General 

• 3.2 Piping Materials 

• 5.0 Installation 

• 5.1 Piping Installation General 

• 5.2 Piping Installation Above Ground Installation 

• 5.3 Piping Installation Underground Installation 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2201.1 Scope 

• 2209.3.2.3 Indoors 

• 2209.3.2.6 Canopy Tops 

• 3501.1 Scope 

International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 101.2.1 Gaseous Hydrogen Systems 

• 704 Piping, Use, and Handling 

• 705 Testing of Hydrogen Piping Systems 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.8 Installation of Piping and Hoses 

• 9.9 System Testing 
3

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 11.2.3 Piping, Tubing, and Fittings 

CGA H-3 Cryogenic Hydrogen Storage (Compressed Gas Association, 2006)

• 10.0 External piping 

Pressure Relief

CGA S-1.3, PRD Standards Part 3 - Stationary Storage Containers for 

Compressed Gases (Compressed Gas Association, 2005)

• 5.3.2 Nonliquid Compressed Gases 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.2.1 Approved Equipment 

• 2209.5.4.2 Pressure Relief Devices 

• 3003.3 Pressure Relief Devices 

• 3203.2 Pressure Relief Devices 

• 3203.3 Pressure Relief Vent Piping 

• 3203.5.4 Physical Protection 

• 3203.8 Service and Repair 

• 3205.1.2.3.2 Shutoff Valves on Piping 

International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 703.3 Pressure Relief Devices 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.4 Pressure Relief Devices 

• 5.6 Pressure Gauges 

• 5.7 Pressure Regulators 

• 9.6 Installation of Pressure Regulators 

• 9.7 Installation of Pressure Gauges 

• 14.6 Pressure Relief Devices 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 7.1.2.5 Pressure-Relief Devices 

• 10.2.1 Pressure-Relief Devices 
4

Valving & Fittings

ASME B31.3, Process Piping (American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 

2006)

• IX K306 Fittings, Bends, and Branch Connections 

• IX K307 Valves and Specialty Components 

CGA G-5.4, Standard for Hydrogen Piping Systems at Consumer Locations 

(Compressed Gas Association, 2005)

• 3.3.2 Isolation Valves 

• 3.3.3 Emergency Isolation Valves 

• 3.3.4 Excess Flow Valves 

• 3.3.5 Check Valves 

• 3.3.7 Gasket and Sealing Materials 

• 3.3.8 Additional Requirements 

• 5.0 Installation 

• 5.1 Installation General 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.5.2 Emergency Shutoff Valves 

• 2211.8.1.2.4 Grounding and bonding 

• 2703.2.2 Piping, Tubing, Valves, and Fittings 

• 2703.9.3 Protection from Vehicles 

• 2703.10.1 Valve Protection 

• 2705.1.10 Liquid Transfer 

• 3003.6 Valve Protection 

• 3005.3 Piping Systems 

• 3005.4 Valves 

• 3203.2.6 Shutoffs Between Pressure Relief Devices and Containers 

• 3205.1.2 Piping Systems 

• 3205.3.2 Emergency Shutoff Valves 

• 3503.1.3 Emergency Shutoff 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.9 Valves 

Venting and Other Equipment

CGA G-5.5, Hydrogen Vent Systems (Compressed Gas Association, 2004)

• 6.0 Vent System 
5

• 6.2 Sizing 

• 6.3 Design 

• 6.4 Materials 

• 6.5 Components 

• 7 Installation 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.5.4 Venting of Hydrogen Systems 

• 2211.8.1.2 Atmospheric Venting of Hydrogen from Motor Vehicle Fuel Storage 

Containers 

• 3003.16.8 Connections 

• 3005.5 Venting 

• 3203.3 Pressure Relief Vent Piping 

• 3204.4.5 Venting of Underground Tanks 

International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 703.4 Venting 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.5 Vent Pipe Termination 

• 9.3.3.3 Indoors 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 10.2.2 Pressure-Relief Devices 

Canopy Tops

International Building Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 406.5.2.1 Canopies use to support gaseous hydrogen systems 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3.2.6 Canopy Tops 

• 2209.3.3 Canopies 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.3.2.3 Outdoors 
6

Compressed Hydrogen Gas Storage

Equipment Location

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3 Location on Property 

• 3503 General Requirements 

• 3504 Storage 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.3 System Siting 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 10.3.2 Specific Requirements 

General Safety Requirements

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.5 Safety Precautions 

• 2211.7 Repair Garages for Vehicles Fueled by Lighter-than-Air Fuels 

• 2211.8 Defueling of Hydrogen from Motor Vehicle Fuel Storage Containers 

• 3003 General Requirements 

• 3503 General Requirements 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2.3 Equipment Security and Vehicle Protection 

• 9.2.4 Out of Service Bulk Storage 

• 9.2.5 Equipment Security and Vehicle Protection

• 9.2.6 Cargo Transport Unloading 

• 9.2.7 Control Device Icing 

• 9.2.8 Vehicle Ignition Classification 

• 9.2.9 Fueling Connection Leak Prevention 

• 9.2.10 Compression and Processing Equipment 

• 9.2.11 Reference to NFPA 37 for Compressor Installations 

• 9.2.12 Electrical Classification for Compressors 

• 9.2.13 Liquid Carryover Prevention 

• 9.2.14 Detection for Dispensing Equipment 

• 9.2.15 General System Requirements 
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• 9.2.16 General System Requirements 

NFPA 55, Standard for Storage, Use and Handling of Compressed Gases and 

Cryogenic Fluids in Portable and Stationary Containers, Cylinders and Tanks 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2005)

• 7.1.4 Security 

Storage Containers

CGA PS-20, Direct Burial of Gaseous Hydrogen Storage Tanks (Compressed 

Gas Association, 2006)

CGA PS-21, Adjacent Storage of Compressed Hydrogen and Other Flammable 

Gases (Compressed Gas Association, 2005)

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2703.2.1 Design and Construction of Containers, Cylinders, and Tanks 

• 3003.2 Design and Construction 

• 3503.1.2 Storage Containers 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.3 Design and Construction of Containers 

Compression Systems and Equipment

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.2 Equipment 

• 2209.3 Location on Property 

• 2209.5.3.1 System Requirements 

• 2209.5.4.2.1 Minimum Rate of Discharge 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2.7 Control Device Icing

• 9.2.8 Vehicle Ignition Classification 

• 9.2.9 Fueling Connection Leak Prevention 

• 9.2.10 Compression and Processing Equipment 

• 9.2.11 Reference to NFPA 37 for Compressor Installations 

• 9.2.12 Electrical Classification for Compressors 

• 9.2.13 Liquid Carryover Prevention 

• 9.2.14 Detection for Dispensing Equipment 

• 9.3.1 General 

• 14.8 Stationary Pumps and Compressors 
8

Design

Barrier Walls

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3.1.1 Barrier Wall Construction – Gaseous Hydrogen 

Equipment

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.2 Equipment 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2 General System Requirements 

Fuel Stations

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 35 Flammable Gases 

• 2209.1 General 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 7.3 Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.3 System Siting 

• 14.2 Facility Design 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 7.1.6 Separation from Hazardous Conditions 

Weather Protection

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3.2.2 Weather Protection 

• 2704.13 Weather Protection 

Dispensing

Electrical Equipment

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2201.5 Electrical 

• 2205.4 Sources of Ignition 

• 2209.2.3 Electrical Equipment 
9

• 2211.3.1 Equipment 

• 2211.8.1.2.4 Grounding and bonding 

• 2703.9.4 Electrical Wiring and Equipment 

• 3003.8 Wiring and Equipment 

• 3003.16.14 Classified Areas 

• 3203.7 Electrical Wiring and Equipment 

• 3503.1.5.1 Bonding of Electrically Conductive Materials and Equipment 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 6.7 Emergency Electrical Disconnects 

• 8 Electrical Installations 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.11 Installation of Electrical Equipment 

• 9.12 Stray or Impressed Currents and Bonding 

Fuel Lines

CGA G-5.4, Standard for Hydrogen Piping Systems at Consumer Locations 

(Compressed Gas Association, 2005)

• 3.0 Piping System Criteria 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2201 Scope 

• 2209.3.2.3 Indoors 

• 2209.3.2.6 Canopy Tops 

• 3501.1 Scope 

International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 101.2.1 Gaseous Hydrogen Systems 

• 704 Piping, Use, and Handling 

• 705 Testing of Hydrogen Piping Systems 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.8 Fuel Lines 

Gaseous Dispensers

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.2 Equipment 

• 2209.3 Location on Property 
10

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2 General System Requirements 

• 9.3 System Siting 

Hoses and Connectors

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.2 Equipment 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.10 Hose and Hose Connections 

Liquid Dispensers

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2206.7.4 Dispenser Emergency Valve 

• 2206.7.5 Dispenser Hose 

• 2206.7.6 Fuel Delivery Nozzles 

• 2209.2 Equipment 

• 2209.3 Location on Property 

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 6.3 Requirements for Dispensing Devices 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 14 Liquid Hydrogen Fueling Facilities 

Vehicle Connectors

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.11 Vehicle Fueling Connection 

SAE J2600, Compressed Hydrogen Surface Vehicle Refueling Connection 

Devices (Society of Automotive Engineers, 2002)
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Dispensing, Operations, and Maintenance Safety

Gaseous Hydrogen

CGA G-5.5, Hydrogen Vent Systems (Compressed Gas Association, 2004)

• 9 Maintenance 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2204 Dispensing Operations 

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 9.2.2 Tank Filling and Bulk Delivery 

• 9.4 Operating Requirements for Attended Self-Service Motor Fuel Dispensing 

Facilities 

• 9.5 Operating Requirements for Unattended Self-Service Motor Fuel Dispensing 

Facilities 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.13 System Operation 

• 9.14 Fire Protection 

• 9.15 Maintenance System 

Liquid Hydrogen

CGA G-5.5, Hydrogen Vent Systems (Compressed Gas Association, 2004)

• 9 Maintenance 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2204 Dispensing Operations 

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 9.2.2 Tank Filling and Bulk Delivery 

• 9.4 Operating Requirements for Attended Self-Service Motor Fuel Dispensing 

Facilities 

• 9.5 Operating Requirements for Unattended Self-Service Motor Fuel Dispensing 

Facilities 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 14.4.6 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 
12

• 14.4.9 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

• 14.4.10 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

• 14.4.11 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

• 14.13 Maintenance 

Fire Safety

Construction

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 911 Explosion Control 

• 2209.5 Safety Precautions 

International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2009) 

• 706.3 Outdoor Gaseous Hydrogen Systems 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection Association, 

2010) 

• 9.12 Stray or Impressed Currents and Bonding 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010) 

• 7.1.6 Separation from Hazardous Conditions 

Equipment

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 404 Fire Safety and Evacuation Plan 

• 406 Employee Training and Response Procedures 

• 407 Hazard Communication 

• 906 Portable Fire Extinguishers 

• 907 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems 

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

• 2209.5 Safety Precautions 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2.3 Equipment Security and Vehicle Protection 

• 9.2.4 Out of Service Bulk Storage 

• 9.2.5 Equipment Security and Vehicle Protection 

• 9.2.15 General System Requirements 

• 9.3.3 Indoors 
13

• 9.14 Fire Protection 

• 14.2.4 Indoor Fueling 

• 14.4.3 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

Signage

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2204.3.5 Emergency Procedures 

• 2209.5.2.1 Identification 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.3.3.12 Warning Signs 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 6.12 Hazard Identification Signs 

• 10.2.4 Marking 

• 11.3.1.4 General 

Liquid Hydrogen Storage

Equipment Location

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3 Location on Property 

• 3203.5.4 Physical Protection 

• 3203.6 Separation from Hazardous Conditions 

• 3204.3.1.1 Location 

• 3204.4.2 Location 

• 3504 Storage 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 11.3.1 General 

• 11.3.2 Specific Requirements 

General Safety Requirements

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.5 Safety Precautions 

• 2211.7 Repair Garages for Vehicles Fueled by Lighter-than-Air Fuels 

• 2211.8 Defueling of Hydrogen from Motor Vehicle Fuel Storage Containers 
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• 3003 General Requirements 

• 3203 General Safety Requirements 

• 3503 General Requirements 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 14.2 Facility Design 

Storage Containers

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2703.2 Systems, Equipment, and Processes 

• 3203.1 Containers 

• 3203.5 Security 

• 3203.6 Separation from Hazardous Conditions 

• 3204.3.1 Stationary Containers 

• 3204.4 Underground Tanks 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.3 Design and Construction of Containers 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 11.3.2 Specific Requirements 

• 11.4.2 Underground Tanks 

CGA H-3 Cryogenic Hydrogen Storage (Compressed Gas Association, 2006)

• 6.0 Tank design and manufacturing criteria 

• 7.0 Inner vessel 

• 8.0 Outer jacket

On-Site Hydrogen Production

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3.1 Separation from Outdoor Exposure Hazards 

International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 703.1 General Requirements 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 5.2 System Approvals 
15

Operation Approvals

Dispensing

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2204.2 Attended Self-Service Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities 

• 2204.3 Unattended Self-Service Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities 

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 6.2 General Requirements 

• 6.3 Requirements for Dispensing Devices 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 14.4.1 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

• 14.4.2 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

• 14.4.3 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

• 14.4.11 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

Fire And Emergency Planning

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 404 Fire Safety and Evacuation Plan 

• 406 Employee Training and Response Procedures 

• 407 Hazard Communication 

• 906 Portable Fire Extinguishers 

• 907 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems 

• 2209.3.2.6.2 Fire-Extinguishing Systems 

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

• 2209.5.1 Protection from Vehicles 

• 2209.5.2 Emergency Shutoff Valves 

• 2209.5.3 Emergency Shutdown Controls 

• 2209.5.4 Venting of Hydrogen Systems 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 7.3.5 Fixed Fire Protection 
16

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2.16 General System Requirements 

• 9.10.5 Installation of Emergency Shutdown Equipment 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 4.1 Permits 

• 4.2 Emergency Plan 

• 7.1.6 Separation from Hazardous Conditions 

Fuel Delivery

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 105.6.8 Compressed Gases 

• 105.6.10 Cryogenic Fluids 

• 2205.1 Tank Filling Operation for Class I, II, or IIIA Liquids 

• 3205.4 Filling and Dispensing 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 6.3.7 Requirements for Dispensing Devices 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2.3 Equipment Security and Vehicle Protection 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 10.3 Location of Gaseous Hydrogen Systems 

Ignition Control

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3.2.3.3 Ignition Source Control 

• 3503.1.4 Ignition Source Control 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 4.8 Ignition Source Controls 

• 7.6.3 Ignition Source Control 

Personnel Issues and Training

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 406 Employee Training and Response Procedures 
17

• 2209.4 Dispensing into Motor Vehicles at Self-Service Hydrogen Motor FuelDispensing Facilities 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 9.4 Operating Requirements for Attended Self-Service Motor Fuel Dispensing 

Facilities 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 4.6 Personnel Training 

• 4.7 Fire Department Liaison 

Signage

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2204.3.5 Emergency Procedures 

• 2209.3.2.3.2 Smoking 

• 2209.3.2.6.3 Signage 

• 2209.5.2.1 Identification 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.3.3.12 Warning Signs 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 4.9 Signs 

Vehicle Access

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 105.6.8 Compressed Gases 

• 105.6.10 Cryogenic Fluids 

• 105.6.39 Repair Garages and Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities 

• 404.3.2 Fire Safety Plans 

• 3205.4 Filling and Dispensing 

NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages 

(National Fire Protection Association, 2003)

• 6.3.7 Requirements for Dispensing Devices 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.2.3 Equipment Security and Vehicle Protection 

• 14.2.1.6 General 
18

• 14.4.2 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

• 14.4.5 Liquid Hydrogen Vehicle Dispensing Systems 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 10.3 Location of Gaseous Hydrogen Systems 

Setbacks and Footprints

Liquid Systems

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3.1 Separation from Outdoor Exposure Hazards 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 14.2.2 Siting 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 11.3.2.1 Specific Requirements 

• 11.3.2.2 Specific Requirements 

Outdoor Gaseous Systems

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.3.1 Separation from Outdoor Exposure Hazards 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 9.3.1.3 General 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 10.3.2.1 Specific Requirements 

• 10.3.2.2 Minimum Distance 

Transportation

Compressed Hydrogen Gas

CGA P-1, Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Containers (Compressed 

Gas Association, 2006)

• 4.1 Transportation Regulating Authorities 

• 4.2 Container Regulations 

• 4.3 Container Filling Regulations 

• 4.4 Regulating Authorities of Employee Safety and Health 
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• 6.2 Flammable Gases 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2705 Use, Dispensing, and Handling 

• 3005.7 Transfer 

• 3505 Use 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 4 General Requirements 

• 7.3.1.10 Use and Handling 

Liquid Hydrogen

CGA P-12, Safe Handling of Cryogenic Liquids (Compressed Gas Association, 

2005)

• 5.5.4 Additional Safety Practices for Liquid Hydrogen 

• 6.4 Hydrogen Fires 

• 7.9 Handling Considerations for Hydrogen and Helium Transfer 

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2705 Use Dispensing and Handling 

• 3201.1 Scope 

• 3203.6.1.1 Point-of-Fill Connections 

• 3205.4.2 Vehicle Loading and Unloading Areas 

NFPA 52, Vehicular Gaseous Fuel Systems Code (National Fire Protection 

Association, 2010)

• 14.3 Cargo Transport Unloading 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 4 General Requirements 

• 8.3.5 Overfilling 

• 8.13.1.2 Attended Delivery 

• 8.13.10.3 Filling and Dispensing 

Natural Gas

ASME B31.8, Gas Transmission and Distribution Systems (American Society 

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Vaporizers

International Fire Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 2209.2 Equipment 

• 2209.3 Location on Property 

• 3203.1.3 Foundations and Supports 

• 3203.2.2 Vessels or Equipment Other than Containers 

• 3203.5.3 Securing of Vaporizers 

International Fuel Gas Code (International Code Council, 2009)

• 708 Design of Liquefied Hydrogen Systems Associated with Hydrogen Vaporization 

Operations 

NFPA 55, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code (National Fire 

Protection Association, 2010)

• 11.2.5 Liquefied Hydrogen Vaporizers