What code provides guidelines for the installation of fuel gas piping?

The National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54) is specifically designed to provide the guidelines and regulations for the installation, maintenance, and operation of fuel gas piping systems. This code addresses safety measures regarding the design, installation, and usage of gas appliances, as well as the proper installation practices for gas piping. It ensures that installations are conducted in a way that minimizes risk to life and property from gas-related incidents.

In contrast, other codes like the National Electrical Code (NEC) focus on electrical installations and safety standards, while both the International Mechanical Code (IMC) and the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) cover broader mechanical systems but do not specifically focus on fuel gas piping. The NFPA 54 code is recognized nationally for its detailed provisions regarding fuel gas systems, which makes it the appropriate reference for anyone involved in the installation or regulation of fuel gas piping.