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Class IIIB Solvents. Liquids having a flash point at or above ninety three
and three-tenths degrees Celsius (93.3°C).
Class IV Solvents. Liquids classified as non-flammable.
Source of Ignition. A source of energy sufficient to ignite a flammable
atmosphere and includes open flames, smoking, incandescent material,
electrical welding arcs, and electrical or mechanical equipment not suitable
for use in a particular hazard zone.
Special Bank Receipt (SBR). An accountable form transferred to the AGDB or
AGSB thru a Memorandum Receipt (MR) which shall be issued as a proof of
payment in the collection of the fees and charges imposed in pursuit of the
statutory and regulation functions of the BFP.
Spray Booth. A mechanically ventilated appliance of varying dimensions and
construction provided to enclose or accommodate a spraying operation and
to confine and limit the escape of spray vapor and residue and to exhaust it
safely.
Spraying Area. Any area in which dangerous quantities of flammable vapors
or mists, or combustible residues, dusts or deposits are present due to the
operation of spraying processes.
Sprinkler System. An integrated network of hydraulically designed piping
system installed in a building, structure or area with outlets arranged in a
systematic pattern which automatically discharges water when activated by
heat or combustion products from a fire.
Stage. A partially enclosed portion of an assembly building which is designed
or used for the presentation of plays, demonstrations, or other entertainment
activities wherein scenery, drops or other effects may be installed or used,
and where the distance between the top of the proscenium opening and
the ceiling above the stage in more than one hundred fifty two centimeters
(152 cm).
Standpipe System. A system of vertical pipes in a building to which fire hoses
can be attached on each floor, including a system by which water is made
available to water outlets as needed.
Sump Pit. The lowest part of a mine, vault, tank or a hole in the ground used
to collect water, waste water and sludge for purposes of draining through a
submersible pump.
Tank Truck. Any single self-propelled motor vehicle equipped with a cargo
tank mounted thereon and used for the transportation of flammable and
combustible liquids.
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