What if I have a previously existing AST that is not labeled or was not constructed to any recognized standard for flammable or combustible liquid storage tanks?
A. It is the policy of the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal to allow the use of such tank only if one of the following two criteria are met: 1) the tank is recertified by a recognized listing organization; or 2) documentation is submitted to the OSFM under the signature of an Illinois professional registered engineer (P.E.) with expertise and experience in the evaluation of storage tanks and/or tank construction materials, indicating that the design and construction integrity meets or exceeds a recognized listing standard for aboveground atmospheric storage tanks, and indicating in accordance with what standard the tank was evaluated. Furthermore, if tanks are relined, the documentation must indicate that the relining material is compatible with the contents to be stored in the tank.
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