NFPA

The standard provides fire prevention and protection requirements for safeguarding life and physical property for buildings or facilities that employ stationary fuel cell systems of all sizes. Criteria cover design, construction and installation requirements, including general equipment configuration, siting and interconnections, fuel supplies and storage arrangements, ventilation, exhaust and fire protection. Specific provisions for fuel cell power systems 50 kW or less are also included.

This standard covers performance requirements for emergency and standby power systems providing an alternate source of electrical power in buildings and facilities in the event that the normal electrical power source fails. Systems include power sources, transfer equipment, controls, supervisory equipment, and accessory equipment needed to supply electrical power to the selected circuits.

NFPA 55 facilitates protection from physiological, over-pressurization, explosive, and flammability hazards associated with compressed gases and cryogenic fluids. Criteria provide fundamental safeguards for the installation, storage, use, and handling of compressed gases and cryogenic fluids in portable and stationary cylinders, containers, and tanks in all occupancy types.