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PART 3
FIRE SAFETY FOR INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL USES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 3.1  GENERAL

Subsection 3.1.1.  Scope

Scope

3.1.1.1.  This Part applies where the use, storage and handling of hazardous materials or the stockpiling of combustible materials create a potentially serious fire hazard.

SECTION 3.2  WOOD PRODUCTS

Subsection 3.2.1.  Woodworking Plants

Lumber storage outdoors

3.2.1.1.  The outdoor storage of lumber shall conform to Subsection 3.2.2.

Exhaust systems

3.2.1.2.  Every machine that produces wood dust, particles or shavings shall be provided with a blower and exhaust system installed in conformance with NFPA 91, "Standard for Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate Solids".

3.2.1.3.  Operations that generate sparks or combustible vapours shall not be served by woodworking exhaust systems.

Sawdust disposal

3.2.1.4.  Loose shavings and sawdust shall be swept up at frequent intervals and deposited in receptacles described in Sentence 2.4.1.3.(3).

Portable extinguishers

3.2.1.5.  A portable extinguisher conforming to Subsection 6.2.6. or a garden-type hose shall be provided within 7.5 m of any machine that produces wood dust, particles or shavings.

3.2.1.6.  Spray finishing operations using flammable liquids or combustible liquids in woodworking plants shall conform to Part 5.

3.2.1.7.  The storage and handling of flammable liquids and combustible liquids shall be in conformance with Part 4.

Subsection 3.2.2.  Outdoor Storage of Lumber and Forest Products

Deviations from requirements

3.2.2.1.  This Subsection does not apply where the existing situation is approved and does not endanger life safety, or approved alternative measures to the requirements set out in this Subsection are taken to provide life safety.

Surface of ground

3.2.2.2.  (1)  Except as permitted in Sentence (2) and Article 3.2.2.3., storage sites for lumber and other forest products shall consist of level and solid ground that is paved or surfaced with noncombustible material.

(2)  Soft storage beds may be used for logs where embedment of stones or cinders may cause damage to cutting knives.

Surface under piling

3.2.2.3.  (1)  Forest products shall not be piled on refuse-filled or sawdust-filled land except where the site is covered with a layer of compacted earth to a minimum depth of 150 mm.

(2)  Peat and humus are not acceptable materials for compacted earth cover in Sentence (1).

Clearance for yard storage areas

3.2.2.4.  (1)  Fire exposure to the yard areas from the mill operations and other structures shall be limited by providing clear space.

(2)  The width of clear space shall be based upon the severity of exposure that will vary with the area, height, occupancy, construction and protection of the exposing structure and the type of piling and height of adjacent lumber piles.

(3)  To provide for fire fighting operations, the clear space permanently available shall not be less than 4.5 m.

Clearance for stickered lumber piles

3.2.2.5.  (1)  Stickered lumber piles in lumber storage yards shall be located at least 15 m from property lines and buildings.

(2)  Large size timbers and flat-piled stock may be stored or piled on the perimeter of the yard.

Clearance from vegetation

3.2.2.6.  Storage yards shall be maintained free of combustible ground vegetation, including grass and weeds, for 4.5 m from the stored material and 30 m from brush and forested areas.

Wood waste disposal

3.2.2.7.  Sawdust, chips and other waste material shall not be allowed to accumulate in piling areas in lumber yards.

Separation of treated lumber piles

3.2.2.8.  Lumber and timber treated with combustible liquids shall be stored in piles that are separated from other stored material so that the distance between piles is at least twice the height of the treated pile, but not less than 4.5 m.

Storage beneath power lines

3.2.2.9.  Stickered lumber piles, and piles of lumber and timber treated with combustible liquids shall not be stored beneath electrical power lines having a voltage in excess of 750 volts or that supply power to fire emergency systems.

Pile heights

3.2.2.10.  Pile heights for stickered lumber piles shall not exceed 6 m.

3.2.2.11.  Pile heights for randomly stacked or unranked piles shall not exceed 6 m unless special fire suppression equipment, such as portable turrets, deluge sets and monitor towers, is installed.

Fire department access

3.2.2.12.  (1)  Unless otherwise approved, each lumber yard shall be provided with at least two fire access routes in conformance with Sentence (2).

(2)  The fire access routes required in Sentence (1) shall

(a) have a clear width of at least 6 m, unless it can be shown that lesser widths are satisfactory,

(b) be designed to support the expected loads imposed by fire fighting equipment and be surfaced with concrete, asphalt or other material designed to permit accessibility under all climatic conditions,

(c) be connected with a public thoroughfare, and

(d) be located as remotely as is possible in the circumstances from each other.

3.2.2.13.  (1)  Where storage areas are fenced or otherwise enclosed, gateways having a clear width of at least 3.5 m shall be provided to permit entry of fire department vehicles.

(2)  Gateways shall be kept clear of obstructions so that gates may be opened fully at all times.

3.2.2.14.  Groups of lumber piles shall be arranged with a maximum width of 15 m and a maximum length of 45 m, with fire department access routes surrounding each group of piles.

3.2.2.15.  Vehicle parking and equipment storage is permitted on one side of a fire access route provided the clear width of the access route, as required under Clause 3.2.2.12.(2)(a), is maintained.

3.2.2.16.  RESERVED

Burning of wood waste materials

3.2.2.17.  Shavings, sawdust and refuse materials shall be burned only in boilers or furnaces, or in incinerators or refuse burners conforming to Subsection 2.6.3.

3.2.2.18.  Refuse burners or incinerators referred to in Article 3.2.2.17. shall be located at least 15 m from buildings, property lines or piles of logs or lumber.

3.2.2.19.  Where the size and design of the burner or spark-arresting screen, the prevailing winds or the location and arrangement of yard storage creates a fire hazard by conforming to Article 3.2.2.18., an approved increase in clear space referred to in Article 3.2.2.18. shall be provided to alleviate the fire hazard.

3.2.2.20.  A refuse bin conforming to Sentence 2.4.1.3.(3) shall be provided at each boiler, furnace, incinerator and refuse burner referred to in Article 3.2.2.17.

3.2.2.21.  Salamanders, braziers or other open flames shall not be used in storage yards.

Smoking prohibited

3.2.2.22.  Smoking shall be prohibited in lumber yards, except as permitted in Subsection 2.4.3.

3.2.2.23.  The telephone number of the fire department and location of the nearest telephones shall be posted conspicuously in working locations in the open yard and in each building.

Fire extinguishing provisions

3.2.2.24.  (1)  Outdoor lumber storage shall have fire protection provisions consisting of

(a) 200 L vessels with lids, having an opening of 457 mm least dimensions, located so that no person will have to travel more than 25 m from any part of the storage yard to reach a vessel, and

(b) three 12 L standard fire pails at each vessel.

(2)  The water stored in the vessels and pump tanks shall be protected from freezing.

(3)  The vessels, pails and pump tanks shall be painted red with the word "FIRE" in black painted thereon.

(4)  Portable extinguishers having a 2A or higher rating conforming to the requirements of Section 6.2 may be provided in lieu of the requirements of Sentence (1).

3.2.2.25.  Portable extinguishers shall be provided in conformance with Section 6.2 in each building located in a lumber yard.

Hydrant systems and water supply

3.2.2.26.  The water supply available shall be adequate for hose streams and monitor towers, based on the provision of approved fire protection.

3.2.2.27.  Where fire protection cannot be provided by municipal or private hydrants or mobile pumping equipment to confine and control a fire within a lumber yard, the hydrant system shall be extended into the yard area so that all parts of lumber yards can be reached by using not more than 60 m of hose.

Subsection 3.2.3.  Outdoor Storage of Wood Chips

Deviations from requirements

3.2.3.1.  This Subsection does not apply where the existing situation is approved and does not endanger life safety, or approved alternative measures to the requirements set out in this Subsection are taken to provide life safety.

Surface of ground

3.2.3.2.  The storage site shall be well drained and be level, solid ground or paved with asphalt, concrete or other hard surface material.

3.2.3.3.  The ground surface between piles shall be kept free of combustible materials.

Vegetation removal

3.2.3.4.  (1)  Weeds, grass and similar vegetation shall be removed from the yard.

(2)  Portable open-flame weed burners shall not be used in chip storage yards.

Pile dimensions

3.2.3.5.  Piles shall not exceed 18 m in height, 90 m in width and 150 m in length unless temporary water pipes with hose connections are laid on the top surface of the pile.

Fire department access

3.2.3.6.  (1)  Space shall be maintained between chip piles and exposing structures, yard equipment or stock equal to

(a) twice the pile height for combustible stock or buildings, or

(b) the pile height for noncombustible buildings and equipment.

(2)  Despite Sentence (1), space between chip piles and exposing structures, yard equipment or stock shall not be less than 9 m.

3.2.3.7.  Where storage areas are fenced or otherwise enclosed, gates at least 3.5 m in width shall be provided to permit entry of fire department vehicles.

3.2.3.8.  (1)  Permanently installed access walkways at least 1.8 m wide and constructed of noncombustible material shall be provided so that hose streams may be directed on any part of the piles.

(2)  Despite Sentence (1), other approved means may be used to ensure adequate fire department access to the piles.

3.2.3.9.  Piles exceeding 150 m in length shall be surrounded by fire department access routes at least 9 m wide.

Smoking prohibited

3.2.3.10.  Smoking shall be prohibited in chip pile areas.

Fire extinguishing provisions

3.2.3.11.  Portable extinguishers for Class A fires shall be provided on vehicles operating on chip piles in addition to the units for Class B fires normally required for the vehicles.

3.2.3.12.  (1)  Hose houses or cabinets shall be provided around the perimeter of chip piles at intervals not exceeding 120 m.

(2)  One 75 m length of 65 mm hose and two portable extinguishers having a 2A or higher rating and conforming to Section 6.2 shall be installed in each hose house or cabinet.

(3)  Each hose required in Sentence (2) shall be connected to a water supply capable of supplying 1140 L/min of water to it at a pressure that will allow the hose stream to reach the top of the chip pile.

3.2.3.13.  Portable extinguishers in conformance with Section 6.2 shall be provided in transfer houses.

SECTION 3.3  STORAGE

Subsection 3.3.1.  Indoor Tire Storage

Application

3.3.1.1.  This Subsection applies to buildings used for the storage of tires in which the bulk volume of tires stored in one fire compartment exceeds 425 m³.

Tire pile dimensions

3.3.1.2.  A single pile of tires in a tire storage location shall occupy an area not greater than 500 m² with a maximum length of 30 m.

3.3.1.3.  (1)  The maximum piling height of tires shall not exceed the height used for the design of the fixed extinguishing system installed as required in Article 3.3.1.8.

(2)  The maximum piling height allowed in Sentence (1) shall be posted in conspicuous locations.

Pile clearance

3.3.1.4.  A clearance of at least 914 mm shall be maintained between the tops of piles and sprinkler head deflectors.

3.3.1.5.  Aisles between individual piles shall be at least 1.8 m wide.

3.3.1.6.  A clearance of at least 600 mm shall be maintained between piles of tires and columns and enclosing walls.

3.3.1.7.  A tire storage location shall be classified as a medium hazard industrial occupancy.

Warehouse fire extinguishing systems

3.3.1.8.  (1)  Where the floor area of a tire storage location exceeds 250 m², the floor area shall be provided with an approved automatic fire extinguishing system installed in conformance with NFPA 13, "Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems".

(2)  The design of the automatic fire extinguishing system required in Sentence (1) shall be based on the maximum piling height available.

3.3.1.9.  A standpipe and hose system shall be installed in conformance with NFPA 13, "Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems".

Portable extinguishers

3.3.1.10.  (1)  In addition to the requirements of Section 6.2, multi-purpose dry chemical portable extinguishers having a rating of 4A:80B shall be installed

(a) in every 500 m² of floor area, and

(b) so that the distance travelled to any extinguisher does not exceed 25 m.

Subsection 3.3.2  Indoor General Storage

Application

3.3.2.1.  (1)  This Subsection applies to the indoor general storage of combustible or noncombustible solids with combustible packaging or storage aids to a height of 6.4 m, except that this Subsection does not apply to the bulk storage of unpackaged grain, coal or similar commodities, or special hazard commodities covered elsewhere in this Code.

(2)  When flammable liquids or combustible liquids are stored with products covered by this Subsection, the liquids shall meet the requirements of the applicable provisions of Part 4.

Storage pile dimensions

3.3.2.2.  (1)  The area of individual storage piles shall not exceed 500 m² in buildings that are not sprinklered.

(2)  The area of individual storage piles shall not exceed 1000 m² in sprinklered buildings.

(3)  Heights of storage piles in buildings that are not sprinklered shall not exceed 4.5 m.

(4)  The maximum permitted height of storage of any individual storage area shall be determined according to

(a) the stability of the stored products as it relates to the base area and shape, and

(b) the height limitations otherwise set in this Subsection.

Pile clearance

3.3.2.3.  (1)  The clearance between sprinkler head deflectors and the tops of piles shall not be less than 457 mm.

(2)  Where the storage piles are above the lower chords of floor or roof structural framing members, a horizontal clear space of at least 300 mm shall be maintained between the storage and the structural members.

Fire access aisles

3.3.2.4.  At least one main aisle having a width equal to at least half the height of the highest adjacent pile and extending the length of the structure shall be provided but in no case shall the width of the aisle be less than 2.4 m.

3.3.2.5.  Aisles separating piles described in Article 3.3.2.2. shall be at least 2.4 m wide.

3.3.2.6.  (1)  Adequate access for fire fighting purposes shall be provided and maintained to all portions of the premises, in conformance with Sentences (2) to (6).

(2)  Access aisles not less than 1.0 m wide shall be provided to exits, to fire department access panels and to fire protection equipment.

(3)  Aisles shall be maintained free of obstruction.

(4)  Except as permitted by Sentence (5), at least one main access aisle shall extend the length of the building with a minimum width of

(a) 2.4 m for storage heights not more than 6 m, and

(b) 3.6 m for storage heights of more than 6 m.

(5)  Narrower aisles may be approved where the building is sprinklered and the sprinkler design is based on aisle widths less than required by Sentence (4) but in no case shall the aisle width be less than the aisle width on which the sprinkler design is based.

(6)  In storage areas that exceed 200 m², main access aisles referred to in Sentence (4) shall be accessible from at least two fire department access points, which shall be located such that, in the event one becomes unusable due to fire, the other will still allow emergency responders to access the building.

3.3.2.7.  Wall clearances of at least 600 mm shall be maintained where stored commodities may swell or expand with the absorption of water.

Palletized storage arrangements

3.3.2.8.  Palletized storage shall be arranged so that unobstructed horizontal channels formed by the top and bottom of pallets shall not exceed 15 m.

3.3.2.9.  Except as permitted in Article 3.3.2.10., pallets and dunnage not in use shall be stored outdoors and be located so as to avoid an exposure hazard.

Pallet storage

3.3.2.10.  (1)  Except as permitted in Sentences (2) and (3), combustible pallets shall be stored outdoors in conformance with Section 2.4.

(2)  Indoor storage of combustible pallets is permitted in a building that is not sprinklered, provided

(a) the height of storage of combustible pallets is not more than 1.2 m,

(b) the width of an individual storage area is not more than 7.5 m, and

(c) the aggregate area of storage is not more than

(i) 100 m² for wood or solid deck non-expanded polyethylene pallets, or

(ii) 50 m² for plastic pallets not described in Subclause (i).

(3)  In a sprinklered building, the storage of combustible pallets is permitted to exceed the values in Sentence (2) provided such storage conforms to NFPA 13, "Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems".

3.3.2.11.  Except as provided in Subsection 2.4.3., smoking shall not be permitted in an indoor storage area.

Subsection 3.3.3.  Indoor Storage of Ammonium Nitrate

Application

3.3.3.1.  This Subsection shall apply to the storage of ammonium nitrate in quantities exceeding 1000 kg in the form of crystals, flakes, grains or prills, including fertilizer grade or other mixtures containing 60% or more ammonium nitrate by weight, but does not apply to blasting agents or fertilizer storage on railways regulated by the Canadian Transport Commission.

Storage buildings

3.3.3.2.  (1)  A building used for the storage of ammonium nitrate shall not be more than 1 storey in building height.

(2)  A building used for the storage of ammonium nitrate shall not

(a) have basements or crawl spaces, or

(b) contain open floor drains, tunnels, elevator pits or other pockets which might trap molten ammonium nitrate.

(3)  A building used for the storage of ammonium nitrate shall have not less than 70 cm² in vent area for each square metre of storage area unless mechanical ventilation is provided.

(4)  All flooring in storage areas shall be of noncombustible materials.

(5)  A building used for the bulk storage of ammonium nitrate shall be designed to prevent contact with building material that

(a) will cause the ammonium nitrate to become unstable,

(b) may corrode or deteriorate by reason of contact with the ammonium nitrate, or

(c) will become impregnated by ammonium nitrate.

(6)  The distance between an ammonium nitrate storage facility and the property line of another property shall be not less than

(a) 15 m where the other property contains a warehouse for flammable liquids storage or a facility for loading or unloading flammable liquids,

(b) 15 m where the other property contains a building classified as medium hazard industrial occupancy or low hazard industrial occupancy provided the ammonium nitrate storage facility does not exceed 200 t of ammonium nitrate,

(c) 30 m where the other property contains a building classified as industrial occupancy not covered in Clause (b), flammable liquids storage tanks, flammable gas storage tanks or other tanks containing a hazardous substance, or

(d) 90 m for all other occupancies.

(7)  The distance in Clause (6)(b) may be reduced to 7.5 m when a 2 h firewall is provided between the storage facility and the building it exposes.

(8)  The distance in Clause (6)(c) may be reduced to 15 m for a medium hazard industrial occupancy or a low hazard industrial occupancy when a 2 h firewall is provided between the storage facility and the building it exposes.

(9)  The use of buildings or structures that do not conform with the provisions of Sentences (6) to (8) may be approved where the buildings or structures do not constitute a hazard to life or property from fire or explosion.

(10)  Except where other forms of exposure protection are approved, the walls of the exposed side of a storage building shall be noncombustible where such walls are within 15 m of a

(a) combustible building,

(b) forest, or

(c) pile of combustible material.

Industrial trucks

3.3.3.3.  (1)  In addition to the requirements of Section 3.4, industrial trucks used or stored within the building shall be maintained so that fuels or hydraulic fluids do not contaminate the ammonium nitrate.

(2)  Fuel-dispensing operations shall not be carried out in buildings where ammonium nitrate is stored.

(3)  An internal combustion engine shall not be permitted to remain unattended in a building where ammonium nitrate is stored unless the engine is located in an area that will prevent the spread of a fire originating in the engine.

(4)  Industrial trucks used for the transportation of ammonium nitrate shall be cleaned of remaining material following use.

Portable extinguishers

3.3.3.4.  In addition to the requirements of Section 6.2, pressurized-water portable extinguishers having a rating of 2A or larger shall be installed.

Storage

3.3.3.5.  (1)  Individual storage areas of bagged ammonium nitrate shall not exceed 1500 m² in area and 9 m in height.

(2)  Bags of ammonium nitrate shall not be stored closer than 400 mm from walls and partitions and not closer than 900 mm from a roof, overhead supporting beam or a sprinkler head deflector.

(3)  Ammonium nitrate shall not be stored in an area where the ambient temperature is such that it can become unstable or susceptible to undesirable reactions.

(4)  Ammonium nitrate storage shall be identified by signs of contrasting colours indicating the contents with letters 50 mm high.

(5)  Bulk storage of ammonium nitrate shall be located indoors or in enclosed bin-type structures.

(6)  Bins used for the storage of ammonium nitrate shall not contain galvanized iron, copper, lead or zinc, or other materials that may contaminate or be corroded by ammonium nitrate.

Automatic sprinklers

3.3.3.6.  (1)  Ammonium nitrate shall be stored only in buildings equipped with an automatic sprinkler system installed in conformance with NFPA 13, "Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems".

(2)  Sentence (1) does not apply where the existing situation is approved and does not endanger life safety or alternative measures to the requirements set out in Sentence (1) are taken to provide life safety.

Disposal

3.3.3.7.  (1)  Spilled ammonium nitrate material shall be disposed of in conformance with Sentences (2) to (5).

(2)  Uncontaminated material may be rebagged in suitable slip-over bags and sealed to prevent spillage.

(3)  Unsalvageable material shall be removed by sweeping and burial.

(4)  After flushing and scrubbing contaminated areas very thoroughly to dissolve all material, the residue shall be washed away with hoses.

(5)  Empty bags shall be disposed of by burning outdoors where permitted in a safe area, or by burial.

Explosives prohibited

3.3.3.8.  Explosives shall not be used to break up caked ammonium nitrate.

Smoking and open flames prohibited

3.3.3.9.  (1)  Smoking and the use of open flames shall be prohibited in buildings used for the storage of ammonium nitrate.

(2)  Signs with letters 50 mm high indicating that ammonium nitrate is being stored and that smoking is not permitted shall be prominently displayed near each entrance on the exterior of buildings identified in Sentence (1).

Heating equipment

3.3.3.10.  Heating equipment shall be separated from any storage area in conformance with the requirements of the Building Code.

SECTION 3.4  INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS

Subsection 3.4.1.  General

General

3.4.1.1.  The designation, use, maintenance and operation of industrial trucks, including fork lifts, tractors, sweepers and motorized hand trucks, shall conform to NFPA 505, "Fire Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks Including Type Designations, Areas of Use, Maintenance, and Operation".

Subsection 3.4.2.  Industrial Trucks

Fuel-fired industrial trucks

3.4.2.1.  (1)  Fuel-fired industrial trucks shall be stored in

(a) detached buildings,

(b) areas separated from the remainder of the storage area by a fire separation having a fire-resistance rating of not less than 1 h, or

(c) areas where the vehicles do not create a fire hazard to the storage area.

(2)  Except as provided in Sentence (3), industrial trucks shall be refuelled only at designated locations outside buildings.

(3)  Industrial trucks that are fuelled by replaceable propane cylinders are permitted to have their cylinders replaced indoors provided

(a) cylinder replacement is done at a safe location that is at least 7.5 m from ignition sources, open pits and underground entrances,

(b) the cylinder valves are closed, and

(c) when an automatic quick-closing coupling that closes in both directions when uncoupled and listed to ANSI/UL 558, "Industrial Trucks, Internal Combustion Engine-Powered", is not provided, the engine is operated until the fuel in the system is consumed.

(4)  Each fuel-fired industrial truck shall be equipped with at least one portable extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2A:30B:C.

(5)  Propane cylinders shall be stored in conformance with Section 5.6.

Battery-powered industrial trucks

3.4.2.2.  (1)  Battery charging installations for battery-powered industrial trucks shall be located

(a) at least 1.5 m from combustible materials,

(b) when serving more than two trucks, in well ventilated areas,

(c) in areas where flammable gases or vapours, combustible dusts or combustible fibres are not present in hazardous quantities, and

(d) in areas where precautions are taken to prevent ignition sources, such as open flames, sparks or electric arcs.

(2)  Battery charging installations for battery-powered industrial trucks shall be equipped with at least one portable extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2A:30B:C.

(3)  Facilities shall be provided at battery charging installations for flushing and neutralizing spilled electrolyte and for protecting charging apparatus from mechanical damage.

Training

3.4.2.3.  (1)  Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to

(a) operate industrial trucks,

(b) replace or refuel propane cylinders for fuel-fired industrial trucks,

(c) refuel fuel-fired industrial trucks, or

(d) change or charge batteries for battery-powered industrial trucks.

SECTION 3.5  SALVAGE SHOPS AND SALVAGE YARDS

Subsection 3.5.1.  General

Roof storage prohibited

3.5.1.1.  The roof of a building located in a salvage yard shall not be used for storage purposes.

Fires prohibited

3.5.1.2.  Fires shall not be permitted in a salvage yard except when used for heating purposes or for operating machinery or welding or cutting equipment.

3.5.1.3.  Gas tanks on vehicles to be salvaged shall be drained and ventilated prior to salvage operations.

Fire access gates

3.5.1.4.  Where storage areas are fenced or otherwise enclosed, gates having a clear width of 3.5 m shall be provided to permit the entry of fire department vehicles.

Fire extinguishing provisions

3.5.1.5.  Except where all salvage and scrap material is noncombustible and free of combustibles, water barrels of 200 L capacity with three 12 L pails or portable extinguishers having a 2A or higher rating conforming to the requirements of Section 6.2 shall be provided, so that the maximum distance travelled from any part of the yard to a barrel or extinguisher is 25 m.

3.5.1.6.  Portable extinguishers in conformance with Section 6.2 shall be provided in each building located in a salvage yard.

Hydrant systems and water supply

3.5.1.7.  Except as required in Article 3.5.1.8., where a municipal hydrant system exists and is adjacent to the yard, the hydrant system shall be extended into the yard area so that all parts of the salvage yard can be reached by using not more than 60 m of hose.

3.5.1.8.  Article 3.5.1.7. does not apply where the fire protection that is provided by the municipal hydrants and mobile pumping equipment is approved as being adequate in the circumstances.

Smoking prohibited

3.5.1.9.  Smoking shall be prohibited in salvage yards, except as permitted in Subsection 2.4.3.

3.5.1.10.  The telephone number of the fire department and location of the nearest telephones shall be posted conspicuously in working locations in the open yard and in each building.

Subsection 3.5.2.  Piling

Pile clearance and dimensions

3.5.2.1.  Piles that include combustible salvage shall be 3 m from property lines, and not more than 3 m in height and 100 m² in area.

3.5.2.2.  Piles of salvage material shall be separated by a clear space of 3 m that is kept clear of grass and weeds.

Piles of tanks or drums

3.5.2.3.  Tanks or drums shall be stored in piles separate from piles of other materials.

Combustible metals

3.5.2.4.  (1)  Piles or containers with metal shavings, turnings and dusts shall be stored in an area separate from other salvage materials and identified with warning signs.

(2)  Warning signs required in Sentence (1) shall

(a) be visible from all directions of approach, and

(b) have the name of the metal and the words "COMBUSTIBLE METAL — DO NOT USE WATER" displayed in plain legible letters as described in Sentence (3).

(3)  Lettering on warning signs shall be red or white letters 114 mm high with a 19 mm stroke on a contrasting background.

Subsection 3.5.3.  Outdoor Tire Storage Yards

Application

3.5.3.1.  (1)  Despite Subsection 3.5.2., this Subsection applies with respect to the outdoor storage of tires or shredded tires where the bulk volume of stored product exceeds 300 m³.

(2)  This Subsection does not apply where the stored tires or shredded tires are covered by a minimum depth of 150 mm of noncombustible material.

Prohibitions

3.5.3.2.  (1)  Open-air burning is prohibited in storage yards.

(2)  Cutting, welding or heating devices shall not be operated in storage yards.

(3)  Smoking is prohibited in storage yards except as provided in Subsection 2.4.3.

(4)  Storage piles shall not be located beneath electrical power lines with a voltage in excess of 750 volts or that supply power to fire emergency systems.

Fire safety planning

3.5.3.3.  (1)  Except as provided in Sentences (2) to (4), storage yards shall comply with the requirements of Section 2.8.

(2)  The fire safety plan shall include provisions respecting access for water tanker shuttle operations within the fire department access routes, if water tanker shuttle operations are required in the circumstances of the storage yard.

(3)  At least one copy of the fire emergency procedures shall be prominently posted and maintained at the storage yard.

(4)  The telephone number of the fire department and location of the nearest telephone shall be posted conspicuously in attended locations.

Pile dimensions

3.5.3.4.  (1)  Individual storage piles shall not be more than 3 m in height and 100 m² in area.

(2)  Storage piles shall be separated by a clear space of at least 6 m from piles of other stored product.

Pile clearance

3.5.3.5.  (1)  Storage piles shall be located at least 15 m from property lines.

(2)  Storage piles shall be located at least 15 m from buildings.

(3)  Individual storage piles shall be separated from other piles of salvage by a clear space of at least 6 m.

Clearances from vegetation

3.5.3.6.  (1)  Storage yards shall be maintained free of combustible ground vegetation,

(a) over a distance of 4.5 m from the stored product to grass and weeds, and

(b) over a distance of 30 m from the stored product to brush and forested areas.

Fire breaks

3.5.3.7.  (1)  Where the bulk volume of stored product is more than 4800 m³, fire breaks shall be provided around the perimeter of each group of storage piles in accordance with Sentences (2) and (3).

(2)  Individual storage piles shall be arranged so that there are not more than 16 individual storage piles per group.

(3)  Fire breaks shall be at least 22 m wide.

Alternative measures

3.5.3.8.  Despite Articles 3.5.3.4. to 3.5.3.7., other pile arrangements that will prevent the spread of fire and that are approved may be used.

Fire department access

3.5.3.9.  (1)  Each tire storage yard shall be provided with fire access routes.

(2)  The fire access routes shall

(a) have a clear width of at least 6 m,

(b) be designed to support the loads imposed by fire fighting equipment,

(c) be surfaced with material designed to permit accessibility under all climatic conditions,

(d) be connected with a public thoroughfare in at least two places that are located as remotely as is possible in the circumstances from each other,

(e) be located within all pile clearances identified in Sentence 3.5.3.5.(1) or (2) and within all fire breaks required in Article 3.5.3.7.,

(f) be within 50 m of any point in the storage yard where storage piles are located,

(g) be at least 6 m from any storage pile, and

(h) be maintained accessible and unobstructed at all times.

(3)  Despite Sentences (1) and (2), alternate fire access routes may be provided if

(a) the routes permit fire fighting vehicles and equipment access and permit the use of fire suppression techniques appropriate in the circumstances, and

(b) the routes are approved.

Fencing

3.5.3.10.  (1)  Where the bulk volume of stored product is more than 600 m³, the storage yard shall be surrounded by a firmly anchored fence or other approved method of security that controls unauthorized access to the storage yard.

(2)  Where a fence is used, the fence shall be at least 1.8 m high and constructed to discourage entry.

(3)  The fence shall have gateways with a clear width of at least 3.5 m.

(4)  The gateways shall be high enough to permit the entry of fire department vehicles.

(5)  The gateways shall be kept clear of obstructions so that the gates may be opened fully at all times.

(6)  The gates shall be locked when the storage yard is not staffed.

Water supply

3.5.3.11.  (1)  A public or private water supply shall be provided such that any part of the storage yard can be reached by using not more than 150 m of hose.

(2)  When the quantity of stored product is between 300 m³ and 1200 m³, the water supply system shall be capable of supplying 1860 L/min for 3 h.

(3)  Where the quantity of stored product is 1200 m³ or more, the water supply system shall be capable of supplying 3780 L/min for 3 h.

(4)  Where on-site reservoirs or other established water supplies are used as a fire department draft source to meet the requirements of Sentences (1), (2) and (3), they shall be equipped with dry hydrants in accordance with Chapter 9 of NFPA 1142, "Standard on Water Supplies for Suburban and Rural Fire Fighting".

Alternative measures

3.5.3.12.  Despite Article 3.5.3.11., other water supply systems or other measures may be used if the systems or measures will provide sufficient fire suppression capability in the circumstances and if the systems or measures are approved.

Portable extinguishers

3.5.3.13.  Each motorized vehicle operating in an outdoor storage area shall be equipped with at least one portable extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2A:30B:C.

SECTION 3.6  DRY CLEANING AND DYEING PLANTS

Subsection 3.6.1.  Dry Cleaning and Dyeing Plants

Applicable standard

3.6.1.1.  (1)  Dry cleaning plants shall conform to NFPA 32, "Standard for Drycleaning Plants".

(2)  Despite Sentence (1) and except as permitted by Sentence (3), flammable liquids shall not be used for any purpose in dry cleaning and dyeing plants.

(3)  Flammable liquids may be used as a local application to remove spots and stains if the liquids

(a) are stored in containers not exceeding 1 L in capacity,

(b) do not exceed 25 L in aggregate quantity and are in containers conforming to Part 4, and

(c) are dispensed from plastic containers that do not exceed 0.5 L.

(4)  Despite Sentence (1), electrical installations need not conform to NFPA 70, "National Electrical Code", but shall conform to the Electrical Safety Code made under the Electricity Act, 1998.

(5)  Despite Sentence (1), existing dry cleaning plants and dyeing plants may be approved if the Chief Fire Official is satisfied that the level of fire safety specified in Sentence (1) is provided.

SECTION 3.7  BOWLING ALLEYS

Subsection 3.7.1. Resurfacing

Notification

3.7.1.1.  The Chief Fire Official shall be notified when bowling alleys are to be resurfaced.

Floor finishing

3.7.1.2.  Floor finishing operations shall be in conformance with Subsection 5.14.8.

Subsection 3.7.2.  Pin Refinishing

3.7.2.1.  (1)  Pin refinishing shall be carried out in a building provided for this purpose, or in a room at or above grade separated by walls, floor and ceiling assemblies all having a 1 h fire-resistance rating.

(2)  Smoking shall not be permitted in a pin refinishing room.

(3)  Signs in conformance with Article 2.4.3.2. shall be posted in pin refinishing rooms.

Subsection 3.7.3. Flammable Liquids and Combustible Liquids

3.7.3.1.  The storage, handling and use of flammable liquids and combustible liquids shall be in conformance with Part 4.

3.7.3.2.  (1)  During the pin refinishing process, a receptacle conforming to Sentence 2.4.1.3.(3) shall be provided for waste rags and materials used in operations involving flammable finishes or solvents.

(2)  The contents of the receptacles in Sentence (1) shall be removed daily and disposed of in a manner that is approved.

O. Reg. 213/07, Division B, Part 3.