New Rules Help Workers Hop On and Off Floating Tank Roofs Safely
Published Date: 7/1/2025
Rule
Summary
This update changes pipeline safety rules to include the latest API RP 2026 standard, which helps workers safely get on and off floating roofs of storage tanks. It affects companies handling petroleum storage by making safety clearer and easier to follow, without adding extra costs. The new rules kick in soon to keep everyone safer and reduce confusion.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
API RP 2026 Adopted for Tank Access
If your company handles petroleum storage tanks, PHMSA incorporated the updated API RP 2026 standard about safe access and egress on floating roofs into federal pipeline rules. The change is meant to make safety requirements clearer, reduce compliance burdens on stakeholders, and it states it will not add extra costs.
Maintains or Improves Public Safety
You are affected because the rule says adopting API RP 2026 will maintain or improve public safety around storage tanks. The agency says the update will prevent regulatory confusion and help keep people safer.
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