SECTION 165:25-2-72. Dispenser hose

(a)   Underwriters Laboratory (UL) Listed hose assemblies must be used to dispense fuel.

(1)   Hose length at facilities must not exceed eighteen feet (18', or 5.5 m).

(2)   Hose at facilities must be checked daily for evidence of blistering, carcass saturation or separation, cuts, nicks or abrasions that expose reinforcement material and for slippage, misalignment or leaks at couplings. If any of the defects are present, the defective hose must be removed from service immediately.

(b)   At least once each month the hose must be completely extended and inspected.

(1)   The hose couplings and the first twelve inches (12") of hose adjacent to the couplings must be examined for structural weakness.

(2)   Structural weakness must be checked by pressing the hose in the area around its entire circumference for soft spots.

(3)   Hoses that show evidence of soft spots must be removed immediately.

[Source: Added at 21 Ok Reg 2036, eff 7-1-04; Amended at 22 Ok Reg 1730, eff 7-1-05; Amended at 23 Ok Reg 2261, eff 7-1-06; Amended at 35 Ok Reg 985, eff 10-1-18]