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SECTION 10.4.2.4
OPERATION
A. The storage and handling of flammable and combustible materials shall
be in accordance with Division 4, Chapter 3, Rule 10 of this IRR.
B. Welding and cutting operations shall conform to the provisions of Division
17 of this Chapter.
SECTION 10.4.2.5
PROTECTION AND MAINTENANCE
A. In no case shall smoking, or open flame be permitted in any area where
combustible fibers or other combustible waste materials are stored or
handled. "NO SMOKING" signs shall be provided in accordance with
Division 3, Chapter 5, Rule 10 of this IRR.
B. The burning of wrecked or discarded motor vehicles or of junks, or of any
waste materials shall be done only in locations and in a manner approved
or prescribed for such purpose by the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having
jurisdiction.
DIVISION 3. BOWLING ALLEYS RESURFACING AND REFINISHING
SECTION 10.4.3.1
GENERAL
Bowling alleys shall conform to applicable requirements of this IRR, as well as
the provisions of this Division.
SECTION 10.4.3.2
FIRE SAFETY CLEARANCE REQUIRED
The operator/owner of a bowling establishment shall secure a fire safety
clearance from the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction, before
performing any refinishing and alley resurfacing operations involving the use
of flammable liquids or materials on the premises.
SECTION 10.4.3.3
CONSTRUCTION
Pin finishes involving the application of flammable or combustible finishes, or
sanding or buffing operations if done within a building, shall be done only in a
fire resistive room having a fire resistance rating of two (2) hours.
SECTION 10.4.3.4
OPERATION
A. Resurfacing and refinishing operations shall not be carried on while the
establishment is open for business.
B. Proper ventilation shall be provided. Heating, ventilating, or cooling
systems employing recirculation of air shall not be operated during
resurfacing and refinishing operations or within one (1) hour following the
application of flammable finishes.
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