Considerations for the safety of LNG storage terminals

Conference · Tue Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1974

OSTI ID:7366942

Stone, L K

Location of an LNG storage terminal at three types of sites is discussed. General site requirements for an LNG storage terminal are considered. An assessment of typical LNG spills is presented. Hazards associated with accidental LNG spills are discussed. An estimate of the lower flammable limit of the vapor cloud is described for the cases which were studied. Engineering features to enhance safety are presented. Accidents are classified by the volume of LNG spilled to the environment. A typical case for each class of spill is also described. Engineering features which could mitigate the adverse impacts of a flammable cloud, and other special considerations for the protection of public safety are discussed. Risk assessment is discussed. A Severity Index and a Risk Index are described. While the consequences of an actual spill may be severe, such spills are not considered likely to occur.

• OSTI ID: 7366942
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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