SB 5334 - DIGEST

Provides that, by June 1, 2008, each motor fuel terminal facility and wholesaler that sells motor fuel in this state must be capable of operating its distribution loading racks using an alternative generated power source for a minimum of seventy-two hours. Pending a postdisaster examination of the equipment by the operator to determine any extenuating damage that might render it unsafe to use, the facility must have the alternate generated power source available for operation no later than thirty-six hours after an emergency or disaster as defined in RCW 38.52.010.

Requires each newly constructed or substantially renovated motor fuel retail outlet, for which a certificate of occupancy is issued on or after January 1, 2008, to be prewired with an appropriate transfer switch, and capable of operating all fuel pumps, dispensing equipment, lifesafety systems, and payment-acceptance equipment using an alternative generated power source.