Guidelines for evaluating process plant buildings for external explosions fires and toxic releases Siting of permanent and temporary buildings in process areas requires careful consideration of potential effects of explosions and fires arising from accidental release of flammable materials. This book which updates the 1996 edition provides a single source reference that explains the American Petroleum Institute (API) permanent (752) and temporary (753) building recommended practices and details how to implement them. New coverage on toxicity and updated standards are also highlighted. Practical and easy to use this reliable guide is a must have for implementing safe building practices