Don asks this question, which is about the allowed proximity of electrical accessories to diesel pump installations. It has been answered by the NICEIC (Theme – Distribution Equipment including Cable Management
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Question: What are the regulations regarding the minimum distances that electrical accessories can be away from a diesel pump, and the distances they should be away from occupied buildings?
Answer: There are no specific requirements for diesel as a substance - because of its high flash point it does not fall under the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations 2002 (DSEAR).
It would be advisable, however, to check with your customer as to whether any form of risk assessment has been completed for the area, such as a DSEAR, just in case there are any other hazards that need to be taken into consideration.
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