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use of blank cartridges for a show on theater, or for signal or ceremonial
purpose in athletics or sports or for use of military organizations.
SECTION 10.4.6.2
FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION CERTIFICATE (FSIC) REQUIRED
No person shall manufacture, store, handle and/or use any firework materials
of any kind or form without securing a Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC)
from the City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction, which is a pre-
requisite for the granting of permit issued by the PNP in accordance with R.A.
7183, as amended.
SECTION 10.4.6.3
MANUFACTURING PLANTS/PROCESSING STATIONS
A. Fireworks manufacturing plants/processing stations shall be made of
concrete materials and shall be provided with the following:
1. Fire extinguishers shall be provided in accordance with Section
10.2.6.7of this IRR;
2. Two (2) means of egress separate and remote from each other and
terminates along safe refuge area;
3. Wet stand pipe of 1 ½ hose line;
4. Emergency plan; and
5. All electrical wiring installations shall be explosion proof and dust tight
in accordance with Philippine Electrical Code.
B. Smoking within the premises of the manufacturing plant/processing
station is strictly prohibited. Conspicuous signs that read “WARNING — NO
SMOKING — NO TRESPASSING” shall be posted at frequent intervals
around the plant perimeter.
C. All plant buildings containing pyrotechnic composition, explosive
composition, or fireworks shall be locked securely at the end of the
workday, or wherever plant personnel are not present to provide security.
D. The City/Municipal Fire Marshal having jurisdiction shall be permitted inside
the plant without special permission of the person in charge;
E. No employee or other person shall be permitted to enter the plant while in
possession of, or under the influence of, alcohol, drugs, or narcotics.
F. Each plant shall designate a safety officer who shall be responsible for
general safety, fire prevention and protection, and employee safety
training.
G. Stoves, exposed flames, and portable electric heaters shall be prohibited.
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