Preface This is the eleventh edition of CSA Z276, Liquefied natural gas (LNG) -- Production, storage, and handling. It supersedes the previous editions published in 2015, 2011, 2007, 2001, 1994, 1989, 1981, 1978, 1973, and 1972. This Standard contains basic reference data relating to design, supplemented by specific requirements, where necessary, to establish a uniform interpretation of the design requirements. The main differences from the previous edition are: a) the reordering and rewriting of Clauses 4 and 5; b) the addition of Clause 14; and c) the expansion of Annex B for small facilities. ScopeThis Standard applies to the a) design; b) location; c) construction; d) operation; and e) maintenance of facilities for the liquefaction of natural gas and facilities for the storage, vaporization, transfer, handling, and truck transport of LNG. It also contains requirements for the training of personnel.