How far must a pressure tank be from any gas services?

The requirement for a pressure tank to be positioned a minimum distance from any gas services is critical for safety reasons. Specifically, the regulation that dictates a minimum horizontal distance of 5 feet helps to ensure that any potential leaks or releases of gas do not pose a risk to the integrity of the pressure tank. This buffer zone is essential because gas can ignite or create hazardous conditions if it comes into contact with heat sources or high-pressure systems.

Maintaining this 5-foot horizontal distance allows for safe access and reduces the chance of explosion or fire in the event of a gas leak, since both gas systems and pressurized equipment operate under specific pressures and could be at risk if they are located too closely. This distance is a standard practice in facility management and design to enhance overall safety and regulatory compliance in the operation of high-pressure boilers and associated equipment.

The other options do not meet the established safety standards for positioning of pressure tanks relative to gas services, which reinforces the importance of adhering to the correct 5-foot distance.