Shell-to-shell spacing requirement for above ground storage tanks is under review.
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July 25, 1977
Mr. D. W. Ryerson
Manager,
Bayport Plant
ICI United States Inc.
5757 Underwood Road
Pasadena, Texas 77507
Dear Mr. Ryerson:
Assistant Secretary Bingham has asked me to respond to your letter dated July 6, 1977, requesting a variance from Section 1910.106(b)(2)(ii)(b) Spacing (Shell-to-Shell) Between Above-Ground Tanks, of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards.