2018 is just around the corner and with it’s arrival comes the 2018 International Fire Code (IFC) and some changes. For those in the process safety arena or just storing/handling/processing hazardous materials, Chapter 50 Hazardous Materials, is a valuable resource for the design of piping systems conveying those hazardous materials. In 2018 IFC there are some changes to sections 5003 & 5005 and how section 5005 of code will be applied. Here are the changes: