Fuel lines into underground storage or dispensing areas shall be drained at the completion of each transfer of fuel unless the following requirements are met:
- (a) The valve at the supply source shall be kept closed when fuel is not being transferred.
(b) The fuel line shall be—
- (1) Capable of withstanding working pressures and stresses;
- (2) Located to prevent damage; and
- (3) Located in areas free of combustible materials or in areas where any exposed combustible materials are coated with one inch of shotcrete, one-half inch of gunite, or other noncombustible material with equivalent fire protection characteristics.
- (c) Provisions shall be made for control or containment of the entire volume of the fuel line so that leakage will not create a fire hazard.