KENYA STANDARD                                         KS 2383 -3: 201 6 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
     
  The warehousing of dangerous goods          
Part3: The storage and handling of        
Corrosive substances  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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The following organizati ons were represented on the Technical Committee:  
Government chemist  
National Environmental Management Authority  
Kenya International freight Association  
National Transport and Safety Authority  
Kenya Railways  
Directorate occupational health and safety servi ces. 
Pest control product board  
Kenya Maritime Authority  
Kenya Airways  
Kenya Transport Association  
Kenya ports authority  
Radiation protection board  
National Corridor Transit and transport authority  
Nairobi University  
Dangerous goods management ltd.  
Kenya T ransport Association  
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The warehousing of dangerous goods        
Part3: The storage and handling of       
Corrosive substances  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Foreword  
This Kenya Standard was developed by the Technical Committee on Transport of dangerous goods under 
the guida nce of the Standards Project Committee, and is in accordance with the procedures of the Kenya 
Bureau of Standard.  
During the preparation of this standard, reference was made to the following publications:  
SANS 10263 -8:2016.  
Acknowledgement is hereby made f or the assistance obtained from these sources.  
 
 
 
  
KENYA STAN DARD                                             KS 2383 -3: 201 6 
 
 
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1 Scope  
This part of standard specifies requirements for the safe storage and handling of corrosive  
substances of class 8, as defined in KS 2324  in excess of the exempt quantity and their associate d 
subsidiary risks, in locations that are generally industrial, commercial and retail.  
The standard does not apply to  
a) the storage and handling of corrosive substances for domestic use in residential premises or for own  
use on farms;  
NOTE This exemption does not apply to home -based industries using corrosives.  
b) laboratories;  
NOTE This exemption does not provide for any exemption from the use of fume cabinets or any other safe  
working practice as may be required by the relevant national legislation (see foreword).  
c) the storage of corrosive substances in container sizes that exceed a capacity of 50 kg or 50 L, is  
dealt with in terms of this standard;  
d) dangerous goods that have a class 8 subsidiary risk, as defined in KS 2324  ;  
e) manufacturing, produc tion or decanting facilities;  
NOTE This standard;is applicable to storage facilities used for the storage of packaged  
corrosives associated with such manufacturing, production or decanting facilities.  
f) facilities designated as major hazard installations (MHI) in terms of the relevant national legislation  
(see foreword).  
 
2 Normative references  
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated  
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated referen ces, the latest edition of the referenced  
document (including any amendments) applies  
SANS 1186 -1, Symbolic safety signs – Part 1: Standard signs and general requirements.  
SANS 1431, Weldable structural steels.  
KS 2324, The identification and classificati on of dangerous goods for transport.  
KS 2383 -1 The warehousing of dangerous goods – Part 1: General requirements.  
SANS 10400 (SABS 0400), The application of the National Building Regulations.  
SANS 50025 -1/EN 10025 -1, Hot rolled products of structural steel s – Part 1: General technical delivery  
conditions.  
SANS 50025 -2/EN 10025 -2, Hot rolled products of structural steels – Part 2: Technical delivery  
conditions for non -alloy structural steels.  
SANS 50025 -3/EN 10025 -3, Hot rolled products of structural steel s – Part 3: Technical delivery  
conditions for normalized/normalized rolled weldable fine grain structural steels.  
SANS 50025 -4/EN 10025 -4, Hot rolled products of structural steels – Part 4: Technical delivery  
conditions for thermomechanical rolled weldabl e fine grain structural steels.  
SANS 50025 -5/EN 10025 -5, Hot rolled products of structural steels – Part 5: Technical delivery  
conditions for structural steels with improved atmospheric corrosion resistance.  
SANS 50025 -6/EN 10025 -6, Hot rolled products o f structural steels – Part 6: Technical delivery  
conditions for flat products of high yield strength structural steels in the quenched and tempered  
condition.  
 
3 Definitions  
For the purposes of this document, the following definitions apply.  
3.1 
acceptabl e 
acceptable to the authority administering the standard, or to the parties concluding the purchase  
contract, as relevant  
3.2  
 bund  
low wall or embankment around a storage tank intended to enclose and retain the product stored within  
it in the case of a spi llage or leakage  
3.3 
combustible  
substance that can burn  
3.4 
competent person  
trained and experienced person who is competent to execute the relevant duties  
3.5 
containers  
3.5.1  
combustible containers  
containers that include paper bags, fibre drums, plasti cs containers, and wooden or fibre boxes, as well  
as non -combustible containers having removable combustible liners or packing, and non -combustible  
containers in combustible outer packaging or overpacks (or both)  
3.5.2  
non-combustible containers  
containers  constructed of glass or metal that can be coated with a polymeric material no more than  
50 μm in thickness  
3.6 
corrosive  
any material that has the ability to damage living tissue, metals or textiles through chemical action  
3.7 
exempt quantity  
storage of corrosive substances in quantities that do not exceed the following quantities:  
Category 1 50 litres or kilograms  
Category 2200 litres or kilograms  
Category 31000 litres or kilograms  
NOTE 1 The above exempt quantities comprise the sum of the weight in kilograms and volume in litres 
where both  
dry and liquid corrosives may be stored, handled or s old. 
NOTE 2 The total exempt quantity may not exceed the maximum quantity specified for the highest hazard  
packaging group.  
3.8 
incompatible material  
any material that, when in contact with a corrosive substance, can cause a hazardous reaction or can  
promo te or initiate decomposition of the materials involved  
NOTE This could include acid and alkaline substances that, whilst both are class 8 corrosive substances, are  
incompatible with each other.  
3.9 
label  
written, printed or graphic material printed directl y onto the product container or firmly affixed to the  
product container  
3.10 
occupancy  
particular use or the type of use to which a building or portion thereof is normally put or intended to be  
put  
3.11 
oxidizing substance  
oxidizer  
substance that, whilst in itself is not necessarily combustible, may generally by yielding oxygen cause or  
contribute to the combustion of material with which it comes into contact  
3.12 
packaging group  
hazard grouping in decreasing level of hazard indicated by Roman numerals and  designated as group I  
(high hazard), group II (moderate hazard) and group III (low hazard) in terms of KS2324  
3.13 
retail occupancy  
premises or occupancies classified as shops or wholesalers where  
corrosive substances may be sold directly to the general p ublic  
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warehouse  
facility classified as a storage occupancy in where corrosive substances are received,  
stored, and subsequently dispatched in their original containers  
4 General  
4.1 Application of this standard.  
There is no objection to the use of oth er national or international standards or systems, methods, or  
devices that comply with or exceed the requirements of this part of standard, provided technical  
documentation is submitted to the authority that demonstrates compliance with this part of Kenya n standard  
through rational design and provided that the system, method, or device is acceptable (see 3.1) for the  
intended purpose.  
4.2 Classification of corrosive substances  
For the purposes of this part of standards corrosive are classified into three c ategories,  
depending on the severity of the hazards, as indicated in table 1. Testing shall be performed in  
accordance with KS 2324.  
 
Table 1 — Classification criteria of corrosive substances  
 
  
Suitable metals are steel, grade 240 WA of the relevant part(s) of or a similar type and    
aluminium, non -clad type 7075 -T6 or AZ5GU -T6.   
 
5 Requirements  
5.1 Warning notices, symbolic safety signs and product labels  
5.1.1 General  
5.1.1.1 All symbolic safety signs and warnings shall be r elevant and appropriate, and shall be so  
positioned that they are  
a) clearly visible at all times,  
b) not subject to misinterpretation,  
c) not subject to damage during normal storage operations, and  
d) sufficiently illuminated by either natural or artifici al lighting in order to ensure that they are clearly  
visible at all times.  
 
5.1.1.2 All personnel employed in premises used for the storage or sale of corrosives shall undergo  
training in the meaning of the signs, warning notices, symbols on the labels and  the interpretation of the  
written instructions.  
5.1.2 Warning notices  
5.1.2.1 Outside the warehouse  
At the entrance of the warehouse the warning “Storage of dangerous substances – Unauthorized entry  
prohibited” shall be displayed in red letters against a white background. The warning notice shall be in  
one of the official languages and in at least one other language indigenous to the region. The height of  
the letters shall be at least 75 mm.  
5.1.2.2 Inside the warehouse  
Every type of storage area and utili ty inside the warehouse shall be clearly demarcated, for example,  
separate storage areas for poisons, flammables and oxidizing substances shall display the relevant  
class diamonds. The dimensions of the hazard class diamonds shall be at least 250 mm × 250 mm. 
5.1.3 Symbolic safety signs  
5.1.3.1 Symbolic safety signs in accordance with the requirements of shall be displayed  
at the entrance to the warehouse, and inside the warehouse, to denote the safety -related features of the  
warehouse, for example  
a) eye p rotection such as goggles or face shields,  
 
 b) gloves,  
c) long sleeve garments,  
d) shoes, and  
e) respiratory protection.  
5.1.3.2 The dimensions of the symbolic safety signs shall be at least 290 mm × 290 mm.  
5.1.3.3 Each storage area inside the warehouse us ed for the storage of different classes of dangerous  
goods shall be clearly demarcated with floor markings and symbolic safety signs.  
5.1.4 Product labels  
The acquisition, storage, sale or use of corrosive substances in packages and containers that are not  
clearly labelled are strictly forbidden. Such containers shall be bagged and tagged as described in 5.5.2  
and returned to the supplier or manufacturer, or be disposed of in accordance with 5.6.5.  
5.2 Storage configuration  
5.2.1 General  
Corrosive substance s shall be stored in such a manner as to avoid contact with any incompatible  
substances such as oxidizers (see 3.8, 3.11 and note 3).  
NOTE 1 See KS 2324 and KS 2530 for the approved packaging for corrosive substances.  
NOTE 2 Caution is required in the sto rage of any unknown materials in the vicinity of corrosive substances.  
NOTE 3 Organic and mineral acids, class 8 acid and alkaline substances, and certain other products are  
incompatible with each other and an appropriate separation as described in 5.2.4 s hould be maintained 
between these substances. Solids should also be separated from liquids.  
5.2.2 Storage surfaces  
5.2.2.1 Corrosive substance packages or pallets shall only be stored on or above hardened floor  
surfaces such as concrete, screeded floors, t ar or paving that are resistant to the effects of corrosive  
substances and shall not be placed on bare earth, gravel or chip stone surfaces that will make the  
recovery of any spillages difficult or complex.  
5.2.2.2 Where corrosive substances are stored on shelves or racks, the shelves shall be constructed of  
an appropriate material such as plastic or metal.  
NOTE Wooden shelving should not be used unless the shelf is coated or painted with a suitable epoxy or 
enamel paint.  
5.2.3 Ventilation  
Due to the risks of corrosive dusts or fumes, any warehouse or room used for the storage of corrosive  
substances shall be adequately ventilated to ensure the dilution and dispersion of such dusts or fumes in  
order to safeguard the health and safety of the occupants of thos e areas.  
5.2.4 Separation of incompatible substances  
5.2.4.1 Corrosive substances shall be segregated from incompatible substances by means of barriers  
or partitions, or by an appropriate horizontal separation distance.  
5.2.4.2 In warehouses a horizontal s eparation distance of at least 5 m shall be maintained between  
corrosive substances and oxidizers, and between incompatible corrosive substances (see 5.1.1).  
5.2.4.3 In retail occupancies a horizontal separation distance of at least 1 m shall be maintained  
between corrosives and oxidizers, and between incompatible corrosive substances such as alkalis and  
acids. These will include their associated back storage areas which shall still deem to be an F1, F2 or F3  
occupancy and not be classified J1, J2 or J3  
5.2.4.4 The separation distances need not be used as a cordon sanitaire, but may be used for the  
storage or display of other inert or compatible substances.  
5.2.4.5 Solid corrosive substances shall not be stored directly beneath liquids in both warehouse and  
retail occupancies.  
5.2.4.6 Where corrosives and incompatible substances are stored directly above or below each other on  
grid type mezzanine floors or in high bay storage racks, the vertical distance shall not be deemed to be  
part of the separation dista nce. The required horizontal separation distance or the use of physical  
barriers or partitions shall still be required to maintain adequate substance separation.  
5.2.5 Exposure to heat and sunlight  
Corrosive substances shall be stored away from heat source s and out of direct sunlight as this may lead  
to a pressure build -up within the containers that could rupture the container or result in the formation and  
release of fumes, vapour or mist under pressure once the container is opened.  
5.2.6 Product catchment  and containment  
5.2.6.1 Any warehouse used exclusively for storage of corrosives shall make adequate provision for  
spill containment and catchment as described in KS 2383 -1 
5.2.6.2 Any mixed -use warehouse used for the storage of corrosives and general mer chandise, which  
may include other incompatible substances, shall make adequate provision through bund walls, floor  
slopes, ramps or drains to ensure that spillages or releases of incompatible liquid substances do not  
encroach or come into contact with each  other. These bund walls or ramps shall surround the area used   
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be able to hold at least 10 % of the volume of the product stored within it.(should have own marking and 
separation area)  
5.2.6.3 Receiving bays and storage areas associated with retail premises that handle fast moving  
consumer goods (FMCG) shall not be required to make specific provision for spill catchment. However,  
contingency measures shal l be made for the management of any spills or releases that might occur from  
damaged containers as stipulated in 5.6.4.  
5.2.6.4 Retail occupancies that display 1 000 L or more of liquid corrosive substances for sale to the  
public on any single display shal l display the liquid corrosive containers on leak -proof spill trays made of  
suitable plastic or corrosion resistant stainless steel as a form of secondary containment. The spill tray  
shall provide for the containment of at least 10 % of the volume of the c ontainers standing in it.  
5.2.6.5 Retail occupancies that display less than 1 000 L of liquid corrosive substances for sale to the  
public on any single display area need not make specific provision for spill catchment and containment  
within that specific d isplay rack.  
5.2.6.6 Retail occupancies that display liquid corrosive substances for sale to the public shall not  
display such containers more than 1 m above floor level to avoid containers rupturing should they be  
knocked off the display shelving. As far as is reasonably practicable, containers of liquid corrosive  
substances shall be displayed on the bottom shelf of any display.  
5.3 The responsibilities of the warehouse controller or retail manager  
5.3.1 General  
The responsibilities of the warehouse contro ller or retail manager of premises that stock or store  
corrosive substances shall be stipulated in writing. These responsibilities include that  
a) all safety, operating and emergency procedures regarding corrosive substances shall be adhered to,  
b) safety data sheets (SDSs) are available in respect of each corrosive substance stored, sold or  
handled on those premises,  
c) stock records shall be kept up to date and be readily available, and  
d) workers shall be trained in all operations relating to the movemen t and management of corrosive  
substances.  
5.3.2 Job knowledge  
The person responsible for the management of a warehouse or retail occupancy where corrosive  
substances are kept or handled shall ensure that all personnel concerned with the handling of such  
substances on the premises are made fully conversant with  
a) the means of identifying dangerous goods and the properties of the specific substances handled, by  
reference to the relevant safety data sheets (SDSs), and  
b) applicable safety regulations and proc edures.  
NOTE For transit warehouses, such information can be obtained from transport documentation.  
5.3.3 Training  
The person responsible for the management of a warehouse or retail occupancy where corrosive  
substances are kept or handled shall provide tra ining to persons employed at the premises on  
a) the nature of the work and safe methods of operation,  
b) the properties and hazards associated with the substances handled,  
c) the location of first -aid equipment and first -aid measures to be taken,  
d) the co rrect use of personal protective equipment and its care and maintenance,  
e) the location of a list of up -to-date emergency contacts and telephone numbers, and  
f) actions to be taken in various emergencies, including spills, gas escape, fire and explosions.  
5.3.4 Hygiene and personal safety  
5.3.4.1 Employers shall make adequate provision for the health and safety of their employees in terms  
of the relevant national legislation (see foreword).  
5.3.4.2 Any warehouse that stores more than 2 000 L or 2 000 kg of  corrosive substances shall be  
equipped with a suitably approved decontamination shower capable of delivering at least 30 L of water  
per minute and eye bath to deal with any occupational corrosive exposures. The shower shall be  
capable of delivering water over an entire person’s body. The shower or eye bath valve shall be  
operable within 1 s and automatically remain in the open position until intentionally turned off. The travel  
distance from any point in a warehouse to the nearest safety shower should not exceed 50 m.  
5.3.4.3 Any warehouse that stores less than 2 000 L or 2 000 kg of corrosive substances shall be  
equipped with a shower or decontamination facility such as a domestic shower in an ablution facility or a  
first-aid fire -fighting hose reel that m ay readily be used within a period of 20 s for the decontamination of  
any personnel that may have been exposed to a corrosive substance.  
5.3.4.4 Retail occupancies, or premises that deal in lead acid batteries for motor vehicles need not have  
any specific personnel decontamination showers or measures, and the first -aid fire -fighting hose reels  
installed in such premises in accordance with the relevant national regulation (see foreword) shall be   
 deemed to be adequate for this purpose.  
5.3.4.5 The following d irections shall be followed by all persons whose work involves handling of  
corrosive substances:  
a) Do not introduce, keep, prepare or consume any food or drink, or smoke tobacco in any area where  
corrosive substances are stored or handled.  
b) After handli ng corrosive substances always wash your hands before eating, drinking, smoking or  
using the toilet and before going home.  
c) Immediately attend to injuries caused by contact with corrosive substances.  
Suitable signs to this effect shall be prominently dis played in the work area .  
5.3.4.6 Appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE) shall be available in any area  
where corrosive substances are stored. Such PPE shall be made of an appropriate material to withstand  
the effects of the specific corrosive substances stored or handled on those premises. Suitable PPE may  
include long sleeved overalls, aprons, gloves, eye protection, respirators, helmets and boots as  
described in the product’s SDS and as may be appropriate to the nature of the corros ive substance, as  
well as the nature of the operation being conducted, for instance, storage, retail, movement or product,  
nature of containers and quantities.  
5.3.4.7 Any PPE not issued as a personal issue to an employee shall be kept in a readily accessi ble 
and signposted location or cabinet to allow for easy access when required. All personal protective  
equipment shall be maintained in good order, and shall be thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated after  
each use.  
5.4 Fire protection  
As most corrosives do  not pose an extraordinary fire risk, no specific fire protection measures are  
required in premises storing or handling corrosive substances. The fire -fighting provisions stipulated in  
shall be deemed to be appropriate.  
5.5 Housekeeping  
5.5.1 Any accumulat ion of waste in storage areas shall be prohibited.  
5.5.2 Spilled corrosive substances and leaking or broken containers shall be removed immediately to a  
safe area to await disposal in accordance with applicable regulations and the manufacturer’s and  
proces sor’s instructions. Spilled substances shall be placed in a clean, separate container that is sift proof  
for solids and leak -proof for liquids, and shall not be returned to the original container. The container  
or bag shall be tagged as “waste” or “returne d corrosive substances”. The waste of such substances  
shall not be combined with that of ordinary trash and their disposal shall be carried out by trained  
personnel (see 5.3.3).  
5.6 Waste collection, storage and disposal  
5.6.1 General  
5.6.1.1 Waste collect ion systems shall comply with the requirements of the relevant national legislation  
5.6.1.2 Separate waste storage systems shall be provided for incompatible materials.  
5.6.2 Storage of waste  
5.6.2.1 An occupancy in which corrosive substances are stored, h andled or sold shall be equipped with  
facilities or designated leak -proof receptacles for the storage of waste, contaminated substances,  
damaged or defective containers returned by customers. Receptacles used for this purpose may be  
drums or boxes with lea k-proof polyethylene liners.  
5.6.2.2 Waste materials that still meet the criteria of a corrosive substance shall, pending their disposal,  
be kept in accordance with all of the relevant requirements of this standard.  
5.6.2.3 Access to waste containers, unle ss authorized by the retail manager or warehouse controller,  
shall be prohibited until such time as they can be disposed of. All such containers shall be kept securely  
closed and locked, and a record of the containers shall be kept.  
5.6.2.4 Receptacles use d for the storage of corrosive waste, contaminated substances or damaged  
returns shall be clearly marked or labelled with text and graphics indicating the specific type of corrosive  
substance for which the receptacle is intended. No incompatible corrosives  or oxidizers may be stored  
together in the same container.  
5.6.3 Items for disposal  
5.6.3.1 Corrosive substances  
Corrosive substances shall be disposed of when  
a) container labels and markings are illegible,  
b) the substance is contaminated, and  
c) the su bstance was collected as leaks or spills, including all residues.  
NOTE Items for disposal should preferably be returned to the supplier or manufacturer for reprocessing or  
disposal. However, where this is impractical for whatever reason disposal should be carried out in 
accordance with  
the manufacturer's recommendations, the relevant national legislation (see foreword) or local by -laws.   
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Other items that shall be disposed of are  
a) empty containers of corrosive substances, other than thos e to be returned to the supplier for refilling  
with the same product, and damaged containers,  
b) effluent from washing or chemicals used for cleaning spills,  
c) any contaminated clothing which cannot be returned to service,  
d) the contents of warehouse sum p or bunded areas; and  
e) absorbent materials used for the collection of spills and run off.  
NOTE 1 Absorbent materials used to bind or absorb corrosive material will generally not neutralize the 
corrosive substance with which they have been used. The abso rbent material will, however, exhibit the same 
chemical properties as the corrosive substance, and should be treated with caution and managed in the 
same manner as the corrosive substance itself.  
NOTE 2 Empty containers should be thoroughly decontaminated before their disposal.  
5.6.4 Spill management  
5.6.4.1 Spill management equipment and materials (spill kits) shall be available at premises used for  
storing, handling or selling corrosive substances. Such spill kits shall be appropriate to the specific  
corrosive substances handled within the premises and may include:  
a) absorbent materials such as sand or chemical binders;  
b) buckets and mops;  
c) brooms and dustpans; and  
d) containers for recovered substances.  
5.6.4.2 The spill kit shall contain instructions  for the management of spillages and shall only be used by  
appropriately trained personnel. Access to the contaminated area shall be restricted to trained personnel  
engaged in clean -up operations. Other personnel may be permitted to enter the area under su pervision  
at the discretion of the warehouse controller or retail manager.  
5.6.5 Methods of disposal  
5.6.5.1 Corrosive substance spillages, other than residues resulting from very small spillages that  
cannot be absorbed by any binder or sand, and that cann ot be returned to the supplier or manufacturer  
for reprocessing or disposal, may not be disposed of by means of sewers or drains due to their pH. Any  
spilled or released material shall be contained and disposed of in accordance with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
5.6.5.2 The supplier or manufacturer, local waste management authority, the environmental protection  
authority and the health department, as appropriate, shall be consulted on the acceptability of the  
proposed method of disposal.  
5.6.5.3 Corrosiv e residues on hardened surfaces, such as tar or concrete, from minor spillages that  
cannot be recovered with binders or sand may, at the discretion of the warehouse controller or retail  
manager be mopped up with water by trained staff using the appropriate  PPE. The water used in  
mopping up any such spill may be disposed of to a sewer together with copious amounts of water.  
5.6.5.4 Any pools or puddles of liquid corrosive spillages shall be recovered with a chemical binder or  
sand. Any spillages of corrosive  substances large enough to run off to watercourses shall be contained  
as a precautionary measure and their management and disposal shall be handed over to the emergency  
services or waste disposal specialists.  
5.6.5.5 On -site neutralization of any corrosiv e substance shall be avoided as far as is reasonably  
practical. However, where deemed necessary, it shall only be carried out by trained waste disposal  
experts or hazardous material technicians. Inappropriate neutralization techniques can result in vigorou s 
chemical reactions that can endanger people, property and the environment.  
5.6.5.6 Any container used for corrosive substances should not be reused or if they should be reused they 
should be cleaned by other chemicals recommended in the ADR. This standard  prescribes the requirements 
and the methods of sampling and tests for black web offset ink  
used for printing newspapers and books.  
 
 
 
 
 
  
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
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