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CGA Publication PS48

Identifier
CGA Publication PS48
Title
CGA Position Statement on Clarification of Existing Hydrogen Setback Distances and Development of New Hydrogen Setback Distances in NFPA 55
Type of Document
Guidance Document
Applicability
Safety
Publisher
CSA
Country Coverage
USA/Canada
Document Status
Current
Edition Date
2016 Jan 01
url
https://h2tools.org/fuel-cell-codes-and-standards/cga-ps-48-cga-position-statem…
Standard Scope
How to determine setback distances from exposures not defined in NFPA 55.
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Element
H₂, Building, Fire, Electrical, Gas, Pressure, Plumbing and Lightning Codes
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NFPA 55

Identifier
NFPA 55
Title
Storage, Use and Handling of Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids in Portable and Stationary Containers, Cylinders, and Tanks
Type of Document
Standard
Applicability
Safety
Publisher
NFPA
Country Coverage
USA
Document Status
Current
Edition Date
2023 Jan 01
url
https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/nfpa-55-standard-development/55
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Element
H₂, Building, Fire, Electrical, Gas, Pressure, Plumbing and Lightning Codes
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International Mechanical Code (IMC)

Identifier
International Mechanical Code (IMC)
Title
International Mechanical Code (IMC)
Type of Document
Code
Applicability
Safety
Publisher
ICC
Country Coverage
International
Document Status
Current
Edition Date
2021 Jan 01
url
https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/imc2021p1
Standard Scope
Mechanical codes, including requirements for ventilation for H2 usage in indoor locations
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Element
H₂, Building, Fire, Electrical, Gas, Pressure, Plumbing and Lightning Codes
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International Building Code (IBC)

Identifier
International Building Code (IBC)
Title
International Building Code (IBC)
Type of Document
Code
Applicability
Safety
Publisher
ICC
Country Coverage
International
Document Status
Current
Edition Date
2021 Jan 01
url
https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IBC2021P2
Standard Scope
Building codes
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Element
H₂, Building, Fire, Electrical, Gas, Pressure, Plumbing and Lightning Codes
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International Fire Code (IFC)

Identifier
International Fire Code (IFC)
Title
Chapter 23 – Hydrogen Motor Fuel-Dispensing and Generation Facilities - Chapter 50 – Hazard Materials – General Provisions - Chapter 53 – Compressed Gases - Chapter 58 – Flammable Gases and Flammable Cryogenic Fluids
Type of Document
Code
Applicability
Safety
Publisher
ICC
Country Coverage
International
Document Status
Current
Edition Date
2021 Jan 01
url
https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2021P2
Standard Scope
Fire code – including hazards associated with hydrogen
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Element
H₂, Building, Fire, Electrical, Gas, Pressure, Plumbing and Lightning Codes
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National Fire Code of Canada / relevant provincial codes

Identifier
National Fire Code of Canada / relevant provincial codes
Title
National Fire Code of Canada / relevant provincial codes
Type of Document
Code
Applicability
Safety
Publisher
NRC
Country Coverage
Canada
Document Status
Current
Edition Date
2020 Jan 01
url
https://nrc.canada.ca/en/certifications-evaluations-standards/codes-canada/code…
Standard Scope
Fire code – including hazards associated with hydrogen
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Element
H₂, Building, Fire, Electrical, Gas, Pressure, Plumbing and Lightning Codes
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National Building Code of Canada / relevant provincial building codes

Identifier
National Building Code of Canada / relevant provincial building codes
Title
National Building Code of Canada / relevant provincial building codes
Type of Document
Code
Applicability
Safety
Publisher
NRC
Country Coverage
Canada
Document Status
Current
Edition Date
2020 Jan 01
url
https://nrc.canada.ca/en/certifications-evaluations-standards/codes-canada/code…
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Element
H₂, Building, Fire, Electrical, Gas, Pressure, Plumbing and Lightning Codes
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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): NFPA-2-11

Identifier
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): NFPA-2-11
Title
Hydrogen Technologies Code
Type of Document
Code
Country Coverage
USA
Edition Date
2016 Jan 01
url
https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-…
Standard Scope
Hydrogen code for storage, transfer, and use (stationary, portable and vehicular applications)
Summary

This code provides fundamental safeguards for the generation, installation, storage, piping, use, and handling of hydrogen in compressed gas (GH2) form or cryogenic liquid (LH2) form. Provisions apply to the production, storage, transfer, and use of hydrogen in all occupancies and on all premises.

Type of ES Technology
Electrolyzers/Fuel Cells
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Site, Building and Enclosure Coverage
Gas Equipment and Handling
Hazardous Materials
Project Stage
Mechanical
Specifications
Design
Fabrication
Installation
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CAN/BNQ 1784-000

Identifier
CAN/BNQ 1784-000
Title
Canadian Hydrogen Installation Code
Type of Document
Code
Country Coverage
Canada
Edition Date
2007 Jan 25
url
https://www.bnq.qc.ca/en/standardization/hydrogen/canadian-hydrogen-installatio…
Standard Scope
Installation code
Summary

The purpose of this code is to establish the installation requirements for hydrogen generating equipment, hydrogen utilization equipment, hydrogen dispensing equipment, hydrogen storage containers, hydrogen piping systems and their related accessories.
It applies to all gaseous and liquid hydrogen applications except the following:
- The use of hydrogen in petroleum refineries and chemical plants as feedstock and directly in-process production;

Comments
Clause 7.1.1 of CHIC calls out the ISO 22734.
Type of ES Technology
Electrolyzers/Fuel Cells
ES Main Coverage
Safety
H2 Standard Coverage
Installation
Project Stage
Civil
Electrical
Mechanical
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