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C. Transfer of Raw Materials
1. The transfer of large quantities of flammable and combustible liquids
shall be through a closed piping system by means of pump or by
gravity flow. The use of compressed air as a transfer medium is
prohibited.
2. Pumps shall be selected for the raw materials used, the working
pressures and the structural stresses to which they may be subjected.
3. Where solvents are pumped from storage to points of use, emergency
switches shall be provided in the processing area, at an exit door or
other safe location outside the process area, and at the pumps to shut
down all the pumps and to stop the flow of flammable or combustible
liquids in case of an emergency.
4. Empty and filled containers shall be stored outside the filing area.
SECTION 10.4.15.3
PROTECTION AND MAINTENANCE
A. Raw Materials in Process Areas
1. The amount of nitrocellulose brought into the operating area shall not
exceed that required for a shift. Any nitrocellulose which may be
spilled on the floor or elsewhere shall be promptly swept up, put into a
pail of water, and removed at the end of the day shift and disposed of
properly.
2. Organic peroxides brought into the operating area shall be in the
original shipping container and shall not exceed the quantity required
for a shift. When in the operating area, the peroxide shall not be
placed in locations exposed to ignition sources, heat or mechanical
shocks.
B. Fire Control And Detection
1. Manufacturing and storage buildings shall be protected by an
automatic sprinkler system equipped with fire-fighting foam that is
suitable for use with the materials being protected, where properly
designed in accordance with standard for the installation of sprinkler
systems; standard for low-expansion foam; or standard on the
installation of foam-water sprinkler and foam-water spray systems.
2. Appropriate portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in organic
coating areas.
3. Where public hydrants and water mains are not available or are
inadequate, private hydrants and water mains shall be provided.
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