5806.3.6 Storage.
FC § 5806.3.6
Flammable gases containing ethylene oxide shall be stored in compliance with the following requirements: 1. Only containers of the type, composition and size approved by the manufacturer for the particular model of sterilization system shall be stored or used.
2.A one-day supply of flammable gases that contains ethylene oxide, but not more than 12 containers, may be stored in its original packaging in the room or other area in which the sterilizer is installed, provided that: 2.1. Such room or other area is above grade. 2.2. The containers are stored at room temperature, away from sources of heat and ignition. 2.3. The containers are stored not less than 5 feet (1524 mm) from the sterilizer, on open shelving protected by a sprinkler system or in an approved flammable liquid storage cabinet. 2.4. In addition to the amounts specified in FC 5806.3.6(2), a maximum of 3 gallons (11.4 L) liquid volume (9908 grams, or 21.8 pounds) of flammable gases that contain ethylene oxide may be stored in their original packaging in a flammable gas storage room, provided that such storage room meets the requirements of the construction codes, including the Building Code, is located above grade, is away from sources of heat and ignition, and is protected by a sprinkler system. Storage of flammable gases that contain ethylene oxide, in excess of 3 gallons (11.4 L) liquid volume, shall be in a detached above grade building designed for the storage of flammable gas in accordance with this chapter and the construction codes. For purposes of complying with the foregoing, 3-gallon (11.4 L) storage limitation, FC Table 5806.3.6 shall be used to determine the quantity of ethylene oxide being stored. FC Table 5806.3.6Maximum Number of Ethylene Oxide Containers Not Exceeding 3 Gallon Limit Quantity of gas per container (grams)Maximum number of containers not exceeding 3 gallon limit1009913473150661705820049 For SI: 1 gallon = 3.785 L.
