Abstract: This paper addresses the common design issues in the tank areas of acidic water stripping units. Through exploration of such issues as containment dikes, metal hoses at the inlet of acidic water tanks, emergency shut-off valves, master shut-off valves, outlet metal hoses, tank breather valves, tank corrosion prevention, and comprehensive treatment of malodorous gases from storage tanks, this study provides recommendations for the design of acidic water tank areas. These recommendations are derived from a comparative analysis of regional technical modifications and insights gained from external inspections.

Key words: acidic water tank area, design issues, exploration and practice