South Carolina Fuel Gas Code 2021 Edition

The 2021 South Carolina Fuel Gas Code (SCFGC) sets minimum safety standards for the design and installation of fuel gas piping systems, fuel-burning appliances, and related components in all occupancies. It aims to protect life, health, and property from hazards arising from the use of fuel gases such as natural gas, propane (LP-Gas), and manufactured gas.

Key Aspects:

• Scope and Administration: Establishes the framework for the design, installation, and maintenance of fuel gas systems and related appliances, ensuring safety and compliance with state regulations.
  
• Gas Piping Installations: Provides detailed requirements for the installation of gas piping systems, including materials, sizing, and protection against hazards.
  
• General Regulations: Outlines general provisions applicable to fuel gas systems, including safety measures, appliance installation, and venting requirements.
  
• Modifications for South Carolina: Incorporates state-specific amendments to address local conditions and safety considerations.

Highlights:

• Adopts the 2021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)
  
• Incorporates South Carolina‑specific modifications

About ICC

International Code Council is a leading organization dedicated to developing a single set of comprehensive, coordinated national model construction codes. To date, 48 U.S. states have adopted various international codes from the International Code Council.

Other Works:

• South Carolina Building Code 2021 Edition
• South Carolina Residential Code 2021 Edition
• South Carolina Mechanical Code 2021 Edition