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1 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 Not applicable 1) This Part applies to the storage of combustible products and dangerous goods, both inside and outside of buildings. (See Appendix A.) A1. Storage of combustible products and dangerous goods, inside and outside of buildings. - Sentence (1), which applies to Class 7 radioactive materials - Sentence (1), which applies to the storage of Class 1 dangerous goods except as otherwise required by Subsection for fireworks, - Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To state the application of Part 3.
2 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F01,F02,F03,F81-OS1.1,OS1.2 1) Class 7 radioactive materials shall be stored in conformance with the Nuclear Safety and Control Act and its Regulations, published by the CNSC. A1. Storage of Class 7 radioactive materials, inside and outside of buildings. I1. To limit the probability that Class 7 radioactive materials will cause or be involved in a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
3 and intent of Division B provisions A1. Storage of substances that the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations classifies as Class 1 Explosives, such as blasting agents, detonators, propellant explosives, pyrotechnics, fireworks and ammunition, inside and outside of buildings. except for fireworks as stated in Subsection (1)-01 F01,F02,F03,F81-OS1.1,OS1.2 1) Except as required by Subsection for fireworks, the storage of Class 1 dangerous goods shall be in conformance with the Explosives Act and its Regulations, published by Natural Resources Canada. I1. To limit the probability that Class 1 explosives will cause or be involved in a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
4 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 Not applicable 1) This Part shall not apply to a) facilities operated by manufacturers or distributors at which Class 2 gases are manufactured, or containers are filled or distributed, provided that storage and handling is in conformance with good engineering practice (see Appendix A), and b) the storage and dispensing of Class 2.1 flammable gases at fuel-dispensing stations covered in Section 4.6. A1. Storage and dispensing of Class 2.1 flammable gases at fuel-dispensing stations covered in Section 4.6. I1. To exempt certain situations from the application of Part 3 on the basis that those situations are covered in Part 4.
5 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-02 Not applicable 1) This Part shall not apply to a) facilities operated by manufacturers or distributors at which Class 2 gases are manufactured, or containers are filled or distributed, provided that storage and handling is in conformance with good engineering practice (see Appendix A), and b) the storage and dispensing of Class 2.1 flammable gases at fuel-dispensing stations covered in Section 4.6. A1. Facilities operated by manufacturers or distributors [handling or storing more than kg of Class 2 gases, as stated in Appendix A], at which Class 2 gases are manufactured, or containers are filled or distributed, and where storage and handling of Class 2 gases is done in conformance with good engineering practice [such as described in CGA P-1 referenced in Appendix A]. I1. To exempt certain situations from the application of Part 3 where extraordinary conditions are present and alternative measures are taken to provide a level of safety equivalent to the one described in Part 3.
6 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F01,F02,F03,F81-OS1.1,OS1.2 2) Except as provided in this Part, the storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases shall conform to gas regulations made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act. A1. Storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases, inside and outside of buildings. except - as otherwise stated in Part 3, and - as stated in Sentence (1), which applies to: stated in Appendix Note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that liquefied petroleum gases will cause or be involved in a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
7 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-02 Not applicable 2) Except as provided in this Part, the storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases shall conform to gas regulations made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act. A1. Storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases, inside and outside of buildings. I1. To clarify that gas regulations made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act apply except for storage and handling addressed in Part 3.
8 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-01 F01,F02,F03,F81-OS1.1,OS1.2 3) Except as provided in this Part, the storage and handling of natural gas shall conform to gas regulations made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act. A1. Storage and handling of natural gas, inside and outside of buildings. except - as otherwise stated in Part 3, and - as stated in Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that natural gas will cause or be involved in a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
9 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-02 Not applicable 3) Except as provided in this Part, the storage and handling of natural gas shall conform to gas regulations made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act. A1. Storage and handling of natural gas, inside and outside of buildings. except - as otherwise stated in Part 3, and - as stated in Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To clarify that gas regulations made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act apply to the storage and handling of natural gas unless there is a specific requirement in Part 3.
10 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 Not applicable 1) Classes and divisions of dangerous goods referred to in this Code shall mean their primary and first subsidiary classification, as defined in Part II of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations. A1. Classification of dangerous goods stored inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To define the terminology used to describe dangerous goods in the Alberta Fire Code 2006 and make it compatible with the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations.
11 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 Not applicable 2) Class 9 dangerous goods shall be stored according to the hazard they present based on their properties as dangerous goods. A1. Storage of Class 9 dangerous goods, inside and outside of buildings. I1. To clarify the application of Part 3 to Class 9 dangerous goods.
12 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-01 Not applicable 3) For the purposes of this Code, Class 3 dangerous goods shall mean flammable liquids and combustible liquids as defined in Subsection A1. Meaning of Class 3 dangerous goods in the context of the Alberta Fire Code I1. To clarify the terminology used to describe Class 3 dangerous goods in the Alberta Fire Code 2006 and make it compatible with the terminology in Article
13 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F51-OS1.1 1) Class 5.1 ammonium nitrate and Class 2 gases shall not be stored in an area where the ambient air temperature is higher than 52 C. A1. Ambient air temperature for the storage of Class 5.1 ammonium nitrate and Class 2 compressed gases, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that Class 5.1 ammonium nitrate and Class 2 gases will be stored at temperatures at which they become highly reactive or unstable, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
14 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F51-OS1.1 2) Dangerous goods shall not be stored in areas where the ambient temperature may cause them to become unstable or susceptible to undesirable reactions. A1. Areas for the storage of dangerous goods that are unstable at normal ambient temperatures, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix Note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that dangerous goods will be stored at temperatures at which they become reactive or unstable, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
15 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-01 F51-OS1.1 3) Dangerous goods shall be stored in refrigerated areas where such refrigeration is necessary to stabilize the substances. A1. Refrigerated areas for the storage of dangerous goods that are unstable at normal ambient temperatures, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that dangerous goods will be stored at temperatures at which they become reactive or unstable, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
16 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F20,F43,F80,F81-OH5 1) Dangerous goods shall be stored in packages or containers a) made of materials that are compatible with the product they contain, and b) of durable construction and designed to resist damage from normal material handling activities. A1. Packages and containers in which dangerous goods are stored inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1) which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability of - an undesirable reaction between the packaged product and the packaging material, or - mechanical damage to the package or container that may occur during normal material handling. This is to limit the probability of the unwanted release of product, which could lead to harm to the public.
17 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-02 F20,F43,F80,F81-OS3.4 1) Dangerous goods shall be stored in packages or containers a) made of materials that are compatible with the product they contain, and b) of durable construction and designed to resist damage from normal material handling activities. A1. Packages and containers in which dangerous goods are stored inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1) which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability of - an undesirable reaction between the packaged product and the packaging material, or - mechanical damage to the package or container that may occur during normal material handling. This is to limit the probability of the unwanted release of product, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
18 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-03 F20,F43,F80,F81,F01-OS1.1 1) Dangerous goods shall be stored in packages or containers a) made of materials that are compatible with the product they contain, and b) of durable construction and designed to resist damage from normal material handling activities. A1. Packages and containers in which dangerous goods are stored inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1) which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability of - an undesirable reaction between the packaged product and the packaging material, or - mechanical damage to the package or container that may occur during normal material handling. This is to limit the probability of the unwanted release of product, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
19 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F20,F43,F80,F81-OH5 2) Where the package or container for a specific type of dangerous goods is subject to a standard established by a transportation regulatory authority, such package or container shall conform with the applicable standard. (See Appendix A.) A1. Packages or containers of dangerous goods that are subject to a current standard established by transportation regulatory authorities, when stored inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1) which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability of - an undesirable reaction between the packaged product and the packaging material, or - mechanical damage to the package or container that may occur during normal material handling. This is to limit the probability of the unwanted release of product, which could lead to harm to the public.
20 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-02 F20,F43,F80,F81-OS3.4 2) Where the package or container for a specific type of dangerous goods is subject to a standard established by a transportation regulatory authority, such package or container shall conform with the applicable standard. (See Appendix A.) A1. Packages or containers of dangerous goods that are subject to a current standard established by transportation regulatory authorities, when stored inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1) which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability of - an undesirable reaction between the packaged product and the packaging material, or - mechanical damage to the package or container that may occur during normal material handling. This is to limit the probability of the unwanted release of product, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
21 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-03 F20,F43,F80,F81,F01-OS1.1 2) Where the package or container for a specific type of dangerous goods is subject to a standard established by a transportation regulatory authority, such package or container shall conform with the applicable standard. (See Appendix A.) A1. Packages or containers of dangerous goods that are subject to a current standard established by transportation regulatory authorities, when stored inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1) which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability of - an undesirable reaction between the packaged product and the packaging material, or - mechanical damage to the package or container that may occur during normal material handling. This is to limit the probability of the unwanted release of product, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
22 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F81-OS1.1 1) Cylinders and tanks of Class 2 gases shall be protected against mechanical damage. A1. Protection against mechanical damage of cylinders and tanks of Class 2 gases stored inside or outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that mechanical damage to the tank or cylinder will lead to the unwanted release of compressed gases, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
23 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-02 F81-OS3.4 1) Cylinders and tanks of Class 2 gases shall be protected against mechanical damage. A1. Protection against mechanical damage of cylinders and tanks of Class 2 gases stored inside or outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that mechanical damage to the tank or cylinder will lead to the unwanted release of compressed gases, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
24 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F81-OS1.1 2) Cylinders of Class 2 gases that are in storage shall be a) protected against valve damage (see Appendix A), and b) firmly secured in a position that will not interfere with the operation of the cylinder valve assembly. A1. Protection against valve damage and securing of stored cylinders of Class 2 gases, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that mechanical damage to, or improper operation of, the valve assembly of stored cylinders will lead to the unwanted release of compressed gases, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
25 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-02 F81-OS3.4 2) Cylinders of Class 2 gases that are in storage shall be a) protected against valve damage (see Appendix A), and b) firmly secured in a position that will not interfere with the operation of the cylinder valve assembly. A1. Protection against valve damage and securing of stored cylinders of Class 2 gases, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that mechanical damage to, or improper operation of, the valve assembly of stored cylinders will lead to the unwanted release of compressed gases, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
26 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-01 F22,F81-OS1.1 3) Cylinders of Class 2 gases shall be transported in devices designed to provide restraint against movement in any direction. A1. Transportation of Class 2 gases in cylinders, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that impacts or vibrations during transportation will lead to mechanical damage to cylinders, which could lead to the unwanted release of compressed gases, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
27 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-02 F81,F22-OS3.4 3) Cylinders of Class 2 gases shall be transported in devices designed to provide restraint against movement in any direction. A1. Transportation of Class 2 gases in cylinders, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that impacts or vibrations during transportation will lead to mechanical damage to cylinders, which could lead to the unwanted release of compressed gases, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
28 and intent of Division B provisions (4)-01 F05-OS1.5 4) Except for portable fire extinguishers, cylinders of Class 2 gases shall not be stored a) in any exit or corridor providing access to exits, b) under any fire escape, outside exit stair, passage or ramp, or c) within 1 m of any exit. A1. Storage of cylinders of Class 2 gases, inside and outside of buildings: - in any exit or corridor providing access to exits, - under any fire escape, outside exit stair, passage or ramp, or - within 1 m of any building exit. except - for portable extinguishers, and - as stated in Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix Note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that a fire or explosion will involve Class 2 compressed gases in or near egress routes, which could negatively affect the safe egress of building occupants, which could lead to harm to persons.
29 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 Not applicable 1) Reactive substances shall be stored based on their properties when classified as dangerous goods according to Part II of the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations. (See Appendix A.) A1. Storage of reactive substances, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to: stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To clarify the application of Part 3 to reactive substances.
30 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F22,F51,F81-OS1.1 2) Reactive substances that are unstable and susceptible to reactions, such as polymerization, or self-accelerating decomposition initiated by heat, shock, vibration, light or sound waves, shall be stored in a location and manner that will prevent the undesired reaction. A1. Storage of reactive substances that are unstable and susceptible to reaction [such as polymerization, or self-accelerating decomposition initiated by heat, shock, vibration, light or sound waves], inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that reactive substances will have an undesirable reaction, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
31 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-01 F01,F52-OS1.1 3) Reactive substances that may react with water shall be stored in sealed containers in a dry location. A1. Storage of reactive substances that react with water, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that reactive substances will have an undesirable reaction with water or humidity, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
32 and intent of Division B provisions (4)-01 F01-OS1.1 4) Reactive substances that ignite spontaneously in air shall be stored in a liquid that is inert to the material, in an inert atmosphere or in sealed containers. A1. Storage of reactive substances that ignite spontaneously in air, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that reactive substances will have an undesirable reaction with air, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
33 and intent of Division B provisions (5)-01 F12-OS3.4 5) Every building or part of a building that is used for the storage or use of any substance that reacts violently with water shall be plainly and conspicuously marked on the outside with signage legible from 6 m using the words REACTIVE SUBSTANCE, USE NO WATER. A1. Storage or use of substances that react violently with water, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that emergency responders and other persons would inadvertently apply water to reactive substances that have an undesirable reaction with water, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders. I2. To alert emergency responders to the presence of reactive substances so that appropriate action can be taken during fire fighting activities to prevent the use of water, which could lead to an undesirable reaction, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
34 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F12-OS1.1 1) In addition to the information required in Section 2.8., where dangerous goods are stored or handled, the fire safety plan shall include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of persons to be contacted in case of fire during non-operating hours. A1. Fire safety plan where dangerous goods are stored or handled in areas inside and outside of buildings that are required in Section 2.8. to have a fire safety plan. I1. To limit the probability of delays or ineffectiveness in conducting spill control or firefighting operations, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
35 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F12-OS1.1 2) When the dangerous goods referred to in Sentence (1) consist of Class 7 radioactive materials, the fire safety plan shall also include a) methods to control a fire emergency and to recover radioactive materials and equipment containing radioactive materials safely and efficiently, b) the names, addresses and telephone numbers of primary and alternative sources of expert radiation safety advice and assistance, and c) the location of primary and alternative sources of radiation survey instruments. A1. Fire safety plan where Class 7 radioactive materials are stored or handled in areas inside and outside of buildings that are required in Section 2.8. to have a fire safety plan. A2. This also applies where Class 7 radioactive materials are used or handled, as stated in Sentence (3). I1. To limit the probability of delays or ineffectiveness in conducting operations to control a fire emergency and to safely recover radioactive materials and equipment, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
36 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F01,F81,F82-OS1.1 1) Except as provided in Sentences (2) and (3), the designation, use, maintenance and operation of industrial trucks shall conform to NFPA 505, Powered Industrial Trucks Including Type Designations, Areas of Use, Conversions, Maintenance, and Operation. A1. Designation, use, maintenance and operation of industrial trucks used in storage areas for combustible products and dangerous goods, inside and outside of buildings. - Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, - Sentence (2), which applies to the design and construction of fuel-fired industrial trucks, - Sentence (3), which applies to the design and construction of battery-powered industrial trucks, - Sentence (2), which applies to the refuelling of industrial trucks in ammonium nitrate storage areas, and - Sentence (3), which applies to parking of fuel-fired industrial trucks in ammonium nitrate storage areas. I1. To limit the probability that industrial trucks will cause a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
37 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F01,F81-OS1.1 2) Fuel-fired industrial trucks shall conform to ULC/ORD-C558, Internal Combustion Engine- Powered Industrial Trucks. A1. Design and construction of fuel-fired industrial trucks used in storage areas for combustible products and dangerous goods, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To exempt the design and construction of fuel-fired industrial trucks from the application of the reference to NFPA 505 in Sentence (1), if the industrial trucks are provided with fire safety features. This is to limit the probability that such industrial trucks will cause a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
38 and intent of Division B provisions (3)-01 F01,F81-OS1.1 3) Battery-powered industrial trucks shall conform to ULC/ORD-C583, Electric Battery Powered Industrial Trucks. A1. Design and construction of battery-powered industrial trucks used in storage areas for combustible products and dangerous goods, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to: stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To exempt the design and construction of battery-powered industrial trucks from the application of the reference to NFPA 505 in Sentence (1), if the industrial trucks are provided with fire safety features. This is to limit the probability that such industrial trucks will cause a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
39 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F01-OS1.1 1) Where wiring or electrical equipment is located in areas in which flammable gases or vapours, combustible dusts or combustible fibres are present in quantities sufficient to create a hazard, such wiring and electrical equipment shall conform to electrical regulations made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act for hazardous locations. (See A (1) in Appendix A.) A1. Wiring and electrical equipment located in areas where flammable gases or vapours, combustible dusts or combustible fibres are present in quantities sufficient to create a hazard in storage areas for combustible products and dangerous goods, inside and outside of buildings. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that electrical equipment will ignite gases, vapours, combustible dusts or combustible fibres, which could lead to a fire or explosion, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
40 and intent of Division B provisions A1. Prohibition on the storage, manufacture or handling of volatile solids, liquids or gases that generate explosive air-vapour mixtures or for processes that involve explosive dusts. This applies to a basement (1)-01 F02-OS1.2 1) A basement shall not be used for the storage, manufacture or handling of volatile solids, liquids or gases that generate explosive air-vapour mixtures or for processes that involve explosive dusts. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that the fire load and fire characteristics of the products will not be controlled or limited, which could lead to the ineffectiveness of automatic or manual firefighting operations in a fire situation involving the stored products, which could lead to the spread of fire beyond its area of origin, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders. I2. To limit the probability that the fire load and fire characteristics of the products will not be controlled or limited, which could lead to ignition of the products, which could lead to the spread of fire beyond its area of origin, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
41 and intent of Division B provisions A1. Prohibition on the storage, manufacture or handling of volatile solids, liquids or gases that generate explosive air-vapour mixtures or for processes that involve explosive dusts. This applies to a basement (1)-02 F02-OP1.2 1) A basement shall not be used for the storage, manufacture or handling of volatile solids, liquids or gases that generate explosive air-vapour mixtures or for processes that involve explosive dusts. Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To limit the probability that the fire load and fire characteristics of the products will not be controlled or limited, which could lead to the ineffectiveness of automatic or manual firefighting operations in a fire situation involving the stored products, which could lead to the spread of fire beyond its area of origin, which could lead to damage to the building. I2. To limit the probability that the fire load and fire characteristics of the products will not be controlled or limited, which could lead to ignition of the products, which could lead to the spread of fire beyond its area of origin, which could lead to damage to the building.
42 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 Not applicable 1) Except as permitted in Sentence (2), this Section shall apply to buildings or parts of buildings used for the storage of the following products: a) Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, as defined in NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems (see Appendix A), b) rubber tires and combustible fibres, c) packaged Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , d) dangerous goods in packages or containers, as covered in Subsection , or e) closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols. (See Appendix A.) A1. Buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods, - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To state the application of Section 3.2.
43 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F02-OP1.2 2) High rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m, where conditions exist that must be addressed by design and operational details specific to the hazard, need not conform to this Section, where alternative protection is provided in conformance with Article of Division A. A1. High rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m, where: - conditions exist that must be addressed by design and operational details specific to the hazard, and - alternative protection is provided in conformance with Article of Division A.. This applies to short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods, - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To exempt, from the application of Part 3, storage situations where extraordinary conditions exist that must be addressed by design and operational details specific to the hazard, if alternative protection is provided in conformance with Article of Division A. This is to limit the probability that a fire will not be suppressed or controlled, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building.
44 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-02 F02-OS1.2 2) High rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m, where conditions exist that must be addressed by design and operational details specific to the hazard, need not conform to this Section, where alternative protection is provided in conformance with Article of Division A. A1. High rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m, where - conditions exist that must be addressed by design and operational details specific to the hazard, and - alternative protection is provided in conformance with Article of Division A. This applies to short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods, - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases. I1. To exempt, from the application of Part 3, storage situations where extraordinary conditions exist that must be addressed by design and operational details specific to the hazard, if alternative protection is provided in conformance with Article of Division A. This is to limit the probability that a fire will not be suppressed or controlled, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons.
45 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 Not applicable 1) Unless otherwise specified, this Subsection shall apply to the indoor storage of any product covered in this Section. A1. Buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table except - as stated in Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, - as stated in Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m, and - as otherwise stated [in Subsections to and Part 4]. I1. To state the application of Subsection
46 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-02 Not applicable 1) Unless otherwise specified, this Subsection shall apply to the indoor storage of any product covered in this Section. A1. Buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods, when such products are also covered in other provisions of the Alberta Fire Code 2006 [Subsections to and Part 4]: - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To clarify that, in cases where the provisions of Subsection [regarding the indoor storage of any product covered in Section 3.2.] are in conflict with other provisions in the Alberta Fire Code 2006, those [other] provisions shall take precedence.
47 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-01 F12-OP1.2 1) Adequate access for firefighting purposes shall be provided and maintained to all portions of the storage area. A1. Provision, maintenance and adequacy of access for firefighting purposes to all portions of storage areas. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building.
48 and intent of Division B provisions (1)-02 F12-OS1.2 1) Adequate access for firefighting purposes shall be provided and maintained to all portions of the storage area. A1. Provision, maintenance and adequacy of access for firefighting purposes to all portions of storage areas. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
49 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-01 F12-OP1.2 2) Access aisles not less than 1.0 m wide shall be provided to fire department access panels and to fire protection equipment. A1. Minimum width of access aisles to fire department access panels and to fire protection equipment. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building.
50 and intent of Division B provisions (2)-02 F12-OS1.2 2) Access aisles not less than 1.0 m wide shall be provided to fire department access panels and to fire protection equipment. A1. Minimum width of access aisles to fire department access panels and to fire protection equipment. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
51 and intent of Division B provisions 3) Aisles shall be maintained free of obstruction (3)-01 F12-OP1.2 A1. Maintaining access aisles [for firefighting purposes] free of obstructions. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building.
52 and intent of Division B provisions 3) Aisles shall be maintained free of obstruction (3)-02 F12-OS1.2 A1. Maintaining access aisles [for firefighting purposes] free of obstructions. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders.
53 and intent of Division B provisions (4)-01 F12-OP1.2 4) A storage room or area that is greater than 100 m 2 shall be provided with at least one main aisle conforming to Sentences (5) to (8). A1. Main access aisles [for firefighting purposes] in storage rooms and areas that are greater than 100 m 2. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods. - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building. I2. To state the application of Sentences (5) to (8) with respect to main aisles.
54 and intent of Division B provisions (4)-02 F12-OS1.2 4) A storage room or area that is greater than 100 m 2 shall be provided with at least one main aisle conforming to Sentences (5) to (8). A1. Main access aisles [for firefighting purposes] in storage rooms and areas that are greater than 100 m 2. This applies to buildings or parts of buildings used for the short term or long term indoor storage of the following products, whether raw or waste materials, goods in process, or finished goods, - Class I, II, III and IV commodities, and Group A, B and C plastics, in conformance with NFPA 13, Installation of Sprinkler Systems, - rubber tires and combustible fibres, - Level 1, 2 and 3 aerosols, as described in Subsection , - dangerous goods, as described in Subsection , - closed containers of distilled beverage alcohols, and - dangerous goods in packages or containers stored in a single fire compartment in quantities greater than those shown in Table Sentence (1), which applies to stated in Appendix note A (1)(a)] of Class 2 gases, and - Sentence (2), which applies to high rack storage warehouses with storage heights greater than 13 m. I1. To limit the probability that firefighting operations will be delayed or ineffective, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to harm to persons, including emergency responders. I2. To state the application of Sentences (5) to (8) with respect to main aisles.