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2.12.1.3. (1) When a covered mall having a width of 9 m or more has been provided for the purpose of considering each portion of the building separated by the mall as a separate building, no merchandising or public activities or both shall be carried on within the 9 m width. (2) Despite Sentence (1), merchandising or public activities or both may be carried on within the 9 m width where they are approved and they do not endanger life safety or alternative measures are taken to provide life safety.
2.12.1.5. Where a covered mall is used for merchandising or public activities, the activities shall be arranged so that access to fire protection equipment, including sprinkler control valves, fire hose stations, portable extinguishers and fire alarm stations is not restricted.
2.12.1.6. Decorative materials used for merchandising or public activities in a covered mall shall conform to the flame resistance and flameproofing requirements in Subsection 2.3.2.
2.12.1.7. Where a covered mall is used for the display of fueled equipment, batteries shall be disconnected and caps for fuel tanks shall be locked or secured against tampering.  SECTION 2.13INSTALLATION OF SMOKE ALARMS Subsection 2.13.1.Scope
2.13.1.1. RESERVED
2.13.1.2. (1) Except as provided in Sentences (2) and (3), this Section applies to all dwelling units. (2) RESERVED. (3) This Section does not apply to dwelling units in buildings that are regulated under the scope of Part 9, including dwelling units regulated under Section 9.8. Subsection 2.13.2.Installation
2.13.2.3. (1) Smoke alarms conforming to CAN/ULC-S531, “Smoke Alarms”, shall be installed in accordance with this Article. (2) Smoke alarms shall be installed between each sleeping area and the remainder of the dwelling unit, and where the sleeping areas are served by hallways, the smoke alarms shall be installed in the hallways. (2.1) In addition to the requirements in Sentence (2), at least one smoke alarm shall be installed on each storey that does not contain a sleeping area in a dwelling unit. (3) Smoke alarms shall be installed by permanent connections to an electrical circuit and shall have no disconnect switch between the overcurrent device and the smoke alarm. (4) Battery operated smoke alarms shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (3). (5) Existing smoke alarms meeting the requirements of ULC-S531-1978, “Smoke Alarms”, shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). SECTION 2.14 RESERVED SECTION 2.15 PORTABLE OXYGEN SYSTEMS Subsection 2.15.1. General
2.15.1.2. Storage, handling and use of portable oxygen systems shall be in conformance with CAN/CSA-Z305.12, “Guide for the Safe Storage, Handling, and Use of Portable Oxygen Systems in Home, Domiciliary, and Healthcare Settings”. O. Reg. 388/97, Part 2; O. Reg. 398/98, s. 1; O. Reg. 451/05, ss. 3-6; O. Reg. 650/05, s. 1; O. Reg. 144/06, ss. 4-10. PART 3   PROPERTY PROTECTION FOR INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL OCCUPANCIES TABLE OF CONTENTS  SECTION 3.1

GENERAL


Subsection 3.1.1.

Scope


 

 


SECTION 3.2

WOOD PRODUCTS


Subsection 3.2.1.

Woodworking Plants


Subsection 3.2.2.

Outdoor Storage of Lumber and Forest Products


Subsection 3.2.3.

Outdoor Storage of Wood Chips


 

 


SECTION 3.3

STORAGE


Subsection 3.3.1.

Indoor Tire Storage


Subsection 3.3.2.

Indoor General Storage


 

 


SECTION 3.4

INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS


Subsection 3.4.1.

General


Subsection 3.4.2.

Fuel-Fired Industrial Trucks


Subsection 3.4.3.

Battery-Powered Industrial Trucks


 

 


SECTION 3.5

SALVAGE SHOPS AND SALVAGE YARDS


Subsection 3.5.1.

General


Subsection 3.5.2.

Piling


Subsection 3.5.3.

Outdoor Tire Storage Yards


 

 


SECTION 3.6

CLEANING AND DYEING PLANTS


Subsection 3.6.1.

General


Subsection 3.6.2.

Ventilation


Subsection 3.6.3.

Fire Hazards


 

 


SECTION 3.7

BOWLING ALLEYS


Subsection 3.7.1.

Resurfacing


Subsection 3.7.2.

Pin Refinishing


Subsection 3.7.3.

Flammable and Combustible Liquids SECTION 3.1GENERAL Subsection 3.1.1.Scope Scope
3.1.1.1. This Part provides for property protection by requiring that certain fire protection measures be applied in the case of specific occupancies where the use, storage and handling of hazardous materials or the stockpiling of combustible materials create a potentially serious fire hazard. SECTION 3.2WOOD PRODUCTS Subsection 3.2.1.Woodworking Plants Lumber storage outdoors
3.2.1.1. The outdoor storage of lumber shall conform to Subsection 3.2.2. Exhaust systems
3.2.1.2. Every machine that produces wood dust, particles or shavings shall be provided with a blower and exhaust system installed in conformance with NFPA 91, “Exhaust Systems for Air-Conveying of Materials”.
3.2.1.3. Operations that generate sparks or combustible vapours shall not be served by woodworking exhaust systems. Sawdust disposal
3.2.1.4. Loose shavings and sawdust shall be swept up at frequent intervals and deposited in receptacles described in Articles 2.4.1.9. and 2.4.1.10. Portable extinguishers
3.2.1.5. A portable extinguisher conforming to Subsection 6.2.6. or a garden-type hose shall be provided within 7.5 m of any machine that produces wood dust, particles or shavings.
3.2.1.6. Spray finishing operations using flammable or combustible liquids in woodworking plants shall conform to Part 5.
3.2.1.7. The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in conformance with Part 4. Subsection 3.2.2.Outdoor Storage of Lumber and Forest Products Deviations from requirements
3.2.2.1. This Subsection does not apply where the existing situation is approved and does not endanger life safety, or approved alternative measures to the requirements set out in this Subsection are taken to provide life safety. Surface of ground
3.2.2.2. (1) Except as permitted in Sentence (2) and Article 3.2.2.3., storage sites for lumber and other forest products shall be level, solid ground, paved or surfaced with noncombustible material. (2) Soft storage beds may be used for logs where embedment of stones or cinders may cause damage to cutting knives. Surface under piling
3.2.2.3. (1) Forest products shall not be piled on refuse filled or sawdust filled land except where the site is covered with a layer of compacted earth to a minimum depth of 150 mm. (2) Peat and humus are not acceptable materials for compacted earth cover in Sentence (1). Clearance for yard storage areas
3.2.2.5. (1) Stickered lumber piles in lumber storage yards shall be located at least 15 m from property lines and buildings. (2) Large size timbers and flat-piled stock may be stored or piled on the perimeter of the yard. Clearance from vegetation
3.2.2.6. Storage yards shall be maintained free of combustible ground vegetation, including grass and weeds, for 4.5 m from the stored material and 30 m from brush and forested areas. Wood waste disposal
3.2.2.7. Sawdust, chips and other waste material shall not be allowed to accumulate in piling areas in lumber yards. Separation of treated lumber piles
3.2.2.11. Pile heights for randomly stacked or unranked piles shall not exceed 6 m unless special extinguishing equipment, such as portable turrets, deluge sets and monitor towers, is installed. Fire department access
3.2.2.12. (1) Unless otherwise approved, each lumber yard shall be provided with at least 2 fire access routes in conformance with Sentence (2). (2) The fire access routes required in Sentence (1) shall (a) have a clear width of at least 6 m, unless it can be shown that lesser widths are satisfactory, (b) be designed to support the expected loads imposed by fire fighting equipment and be surfaced with concrete, asphalt or other material designed to permit accessibility under all climatic conditions, (c) be connected with a public thoroughfare, and (d) be located as remotely as is possible in the circumstances from each other.
3.2.2.15. No vehicles shall be permitted to be parked overnight or equipment stacked in a fire department access route that is less than 7.5 m in width unless the parking is on one side only and there is at least 4.5 m of clear width for fire department vehicles.
3.2.2.17. Shavings, sawdust and refuse materials shall be burned only in boilers or furnaces, or in incinerators or refuse burners conforming to Subsection 2.6.3.
3.2.2.18. Refuse burners or incinerators referred to in Article 3.2.2.17. shall be located at least 15 m from buildings or piles of logs or lumber or property lines.
3.2.2.19. Where the size and design of the burner or spark arresting screen, the prevailing winds or the location and arrangement of yard storage creates a fire hazard by conforming to Article 3.2.2.18., an approved increase in clear space referred to in Article 3.2.2.18. shall be provided to alleviate the fire hazard.
3.2.2.20. A refuse bin conforming to Articles 2.4.1.9. and 2.4.1.10. shall be provided at each boiler, furnace, incinerator and refuse burner referred to in Article 3.2.2.17.
3.2.2.22. Smoking shall be prohibited in lumber yards, except as permitted in Subsection 2.4.3.
3.2.2.24. (1) Outdoor lumber storage shall have fire protection provisions consisting of (a) 200 L vessels with lids, having an opening of 457 mm least dimensions, located so that no person will have to travel more than 25 m from any part of the storage yard to reach a vessel, and (b) three 12 L standard fire pails at each vessel. (2) The water stored in the vessels and pump tanks shall be protected from freezing. (3) The vessels, pails and pump tanks shall be painted red with the word “FIRE” in black painted thereon. (4) Portable extinguishers having a 2A or higher rating conforming to the requirements of Section 6.2 may be provided in lieu of the requirements of Sentence (1).
3.2.2.25. Portable extinguishers shall be provided in conformance with Section 6.2 in each building located in a lumber yard. Hydrant systems and water supply
3.2.2.26. The water supply available shall be adequate for hose streams and monitor towers, based on the provision of approved fire protection.
3.2.2.27. Where fire protection cannot be provided by municipal or private street hydrants or mobile pumping equipment to confine and control a fire within a lumber yard, the hydrant system shall be extended into the yard area so that all parts of lumber yards can be reached by using not more than 60 m of hose. Subsection 3.2.3.Outdoor Storage of Wood Chips Deviations from requirements
3.2.3.1. This Subsection does not apply where the existing situation is approved and does not endanger life safety, or approved alternative measures to the requirements set out in this Subsection are taken to provide life safety. Surface of ground
3.2.3.4. (1) Weeds, grass and similar vegetation shall be removed from the yard. Burning of weeds (2) Portable open-flame weed burners shall not be used in chip storage yards. Pile dimensions
3.2.3.6. (1) Space shall be maintained between chip piles and exposing structures, yard equipment or stock equal to (a) twice the pile height for combustible stock or buildings, or (b) the pile height for noncombustible buildings and equipment. (2) Despite Sentence (1), space between chip piles and exposing structures, yard equipment or stock shall not be less than 9 m.
3.2.3.9. Piles exceeding 150 m in length shall be surrounded by fire department access routes at least 9 m wide. Smoking prohibited
3.2.3.10. Smoking shall be prohibited in chip pile areas. Fire extinguishing provisions
3.2.3.12. (1) Hose houses or cabinets shall be provided around the perimeter of chip piles at intervals not exceeding 120 m. (2) One 75 m length of 65 mm hose and 2 portable extinguishers having a 2A or higher rating and conforming to Section 6.2 shall be installed in each hose house or cabinet. (3) Each hose required in Sentence (2) shall be connected to a water supply capable of supplying 1140 L/min of water to it at a pressure that will allow the hose stream to reach the top of the chip pile.
3.2.3.13. Portable extinguishers in conformance with Section 6.2 shall be provided in transfer houses. SECTION 3.3STORAGE Subsection 3.3.1.Indoor Tire Storage Application
3.3.1.2. A single pile of tires in a tire storage location shall occupy an area not greater than 500 m2 with a maximum length of 30 m.
3.3.1.7. A tire storage location shall be classified as a Group ‘F’ Division 2 occupancy. Warehouse fire extinguishing systems
3.3.1.8. (1) Where the floor area of a tire storage location exceeds 250 m2, the floor area shall be provided with an approved automatic fire extinguishing system installed in conformance with NFPA 231D, “Storage of Rubber Tires”. (2) The design of the automatic fire extinguishing system required in Sentence (1) shall be based on the maximum piling height available.
3.3.1.9. A standpipe and hose system shall be installed in conformance with NFPA 231D, “Storage of Rubber Tires”. Portable extinguishers
3.3.1.10. Portable extinguishers conforming to Section 6.2 shall be provided in tire storage locations so that there is one extinguisher with a 2A:10BC or higher rating for every 250 m2 of floor area. Subsection 3.3.2.Indoor General Storage Application
3.3.2.1. This Subsection applies to the indoor general storage of combustible or noncombustible solids with combustible packaging or storage aids to a height of 6.4 m, except that this Subsection does not apply to the bulk storage of unpackaged grain, coal or similar commodities, or special hazard commodities covered elsewhere in this Code. Storage pile dimensions
3.3.2.2. (1) The area of individual storage piles shall not exceed 500 m2 in buildings that are not sprinklered. (2) The area of individual storage piles shall not exceed 1000 m2 in sprinklered buildings. (3) Heights of storage piles in buildings that are not sprinklered shall not exceed 4.5 m. Pile clearance
3.3.2.3. (1) The clearance between sprinkler head deflectors and the tops of piles shall not be less than 457 mm. (2) Where the storage piles are above the lower chords of floor or roof structural framing members, a horizontal clear space of at least 300 mm shall be maintained between the storage and the structural members. Fire access aisles
3.3.2.4. At least one main aisle having a width equal to at least ½ the height of the highest adjacent pile and extending the length of the structure shall be provided but in no case shall the width of the aisle be less than 2.4 m.
3.3.2.5. Aisles separating piles described in Article 3.3.2.2. shall be at least 2.4 m wide.
3.3.2.6. (1) Adequate access for fire fighting purposes shall be provided and maintained to all portions of the premises, in conformance with Sentences (2) to (4). (2) Except as permitted by Sentence (3), at least one main aisle shall extend the length of the building with a minimum width of (a) 2.4 m for storage heights not more than 6 m, and (b) 3.6 m for storage heights of more than 6 m. (3) Narrower aisles may be approved where the building is sprinklered and the sprinkler design is based on aisle widths less than required by Sentence (2) but in no case shall the aisle width be less than the aisle width on which the sprinkler design is based. (4) Access aisles not less than 1.0 m wide shall be provided to exits, to fire department access panels and to fire protection equipment. (5) Aisles shall be maintained free of obstruction.
3.3.2.10. (1) Indoor storage of combustible pallets and dunnage may be permitted in buildings that are not sprinklered provided the area of storage does not exceed 100 m2, the pile size does not exceed 1.2 m in height and 7.5 m in width, and the separating aisles are at least 2.4 m wide. (2) Combustible pallets shall not be stored indoors to a height greater than 1.2 m except in areas sprinklered in conformance with Sentence (3). (3) Buildings or compartments used for the storage of pallets shall be classified as Group ‘F’ Division 2 and shall be sprinklered in conformance with NFPA 231, “General Storage”. SECTION 3.4INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS Subsection 3.4.1.General General
3.4.1.1. The designation, use, maintenance and operation of industrial trucks, including fork lifts, tractors, sweepers and motorized hand trucks, shall conform to NFPA 505, “Powered Industrial Trucks Including Type Designations, Areas of Use, Maintenance, and Operation”. Subsection 3.4.2.Fuel-Fired Industrial Trucks Truck storage
3.4.2.1. (1) Fuel-fired industrial trucks shall be stored (a) in detached buildings, (b) in areas separated from the remainder of the storage building by a fire separation having a 1-hr fire-resistance rating, or (c) in areas where the vehicles do not create a hazard to the storage area. Fueling of trucks
3.4.2.2. Except as provided in Article 3.4.2.3., industrial trucks shall be refueled only at designated locations outside buildings.
3.4.2.3. Industrial trucks that are fueled by replaceable propane containers may have the containers exchanged indoors at a safe location at least 7.5 m from ignition sources, open pits and underground entrances.
3.4.2.4. (1) Where replaceable propane containers are exchanged, valves at the containers shall be closed. (2) Where an approved automatic quick-closing coupling that closes in both directions when uncoupled is not provided, the engine shall be allowed to operate until the fuel in the system is consumed.
3.4.2.5. Propane cylinders shall be stored in conformance with the Propane Storage, Handling and Utilization Code made under the Energy Act. Portable extinguishers
3.4.2.6. Each fuel-fired industrial truck shall be equipped with a 5BC or higher rated portable extinguisher conforming to the requirements of Section 6.2. Subsection 3.4.3.Battery-Powered Industrial Trucks Battery charging installations
3.4.3.1. (1) Charging installations for battery-powered industrial trucks shall be located at least 1.5 m from combustible materials. (2) Battery charging installations serving more than 2 trucks shall be located in well ventilated areas.
3.4.3.2. Battery charging equipment shall not be located in occupancies where combustible dusts, fibres, vapours or gases are present in hazardous quantities.
3.4.3.3. Facilities shall be provided at battery charging installations for flushing and neutralizing spilled electrolyte and for protecting charging apparatus from mechanical damage. Portable extinguishers
3.4.3.4. Charging installations for battery-powered industrial trucks shall be equipped with a 10BC or higher rated portable extinguisher conforming to the requirements of Section 6.2. Personnel restrictions
3.4.3.5. Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to change or charge batteries. Fire precautions
3.4.3.6. Precautions shall be taken to prevent open flames, sparks or electric arcs in battery charging areas. SECTION 3.5SALVAGE SHOPS AND SALVAGE YARDS Subsection 3.5.1.General Roof storage prohibited
3.5.1.2. Fires shall not be permitted in a salvage yard except when used for heating purposes or for operating machinery or welding or cutting equipment.
3.5.1.4. Where storage areas are fenced or otherwise enclosed, gates having a clear width of 3.5 m shall be provided to permit the entry of fire department vehicles. Fire extinguishing provisions
3.5.1.5. Except where all salvage and scrap material is noncombustible and free of combustibles, water barrels of 200 L capacity with three 12 L pails or portable extinguishers having a 2A or higher rating conforming to the requirements of Section 6.2 shall be provided, so that the maximum travel distance from any part of the yard to a barrel or extinguisher is 25 m.
3.5.1.8. Article 3.5.1.7. does not apply where the fire protection that is provided by the municipal street hydrants and mobile pumping equipment is approved as being adequate in the circumstances. Smoking prohibited
3.5.1.9. Smoking shall be prohibited in salvage yards, except as permitted in Subsection 2.4.3.
3.5.1.10. The telephone number of the fire department and location of the nearest telephones shall be posted conspicuously in working locations in the open yard and in each building. Subsection 3.5.2.Piling Pile clearance and dimensions
3.5.2.4. (1) Piles or containers with metal shavings, turnings and dusts shall be stored in an area separate from other salvage materials and identified with warning signs. (2) Warning signs required in Sentence (1) shall (a) be visible from all directions of approach, and (b) have the name of the metal and the words “COMBUSTIBLE METAL — DO NOT USE WATER” displayed in plain legible letters as described in Sentence (3). (3) Lettering on warning signs shall be red or white letters 114 mm high with a 19 mm stroke on a contrasting background. Subsection 3.5.3.Outdoor Tire Storage Yards Application
3.5.3.1. (1) Despite Subsection 3.5.2., this Subsection applies with respect to the outdoor storage of tires or shredded tires where the bulk volume of stored product exceeds 300 m3. (2) This Subsection does not apply where the stored tires or shredded tires are covered by a minimum depth of 150 mm of noncombustible material. Prohibitions
3.5.3.2. (1) Open air burning is prohibited in storage yards. (2) Cutting, welding or heating devices shall not be operated in storage yards. (3) Smoking is prohibited in storage yards except as provided in Subsection 2.4.3. (4) Storage piles shall not be located beneath electrical power lines with a voltage in excess of 750 volts or that supply power to fire emergency systems. Fire safety planning
3.5.3.3. (1) Except as provided in Sentences (2) to (4), storage yards shall comply with the requirements of Section 2.8. (2) The fire safety plan shall include provisions respecting access for water tanker shuttle operations within the fire department access routes, if water tanker shuttle operations are required in the circumstances of the storage yard. (3) At least one copy of the fire emergency procedures shall be prominently posted and maintained at the storage yard. (4) The telephone number of the fire department and location of the nearest telephone shall be posted conspicuously in attended locations. Pile dimensions
3.5.3.4. (1) Individual storage piles shall not be more than 3 m in height and 100 m2 in area. Pile separations (2) Storage piles shall be separated by a clear space of at least 6 m from piles of other stored product. Pile clearance
3.5.3.5. (1) Storage piles shall be located at least 15 m from property lines. (2) Storage piles shall be located at least 15 m from buildings. (3) Despite Sentence (2), the separation of storage piles from buildings may be determined in accordance with Appendix C, “Guidelines for Outdoor Storage of Scrap Tires”, of NFPA 231D, “Storage of Rubber Tires”, and NFPA-80A, “Protection of Buildings from Exterior Fire Exposures”. (4) Individual storage piles shall be separated from other piles of salvage by a clear space of at least 6 m. Clearances from vegetation
3.5.3.6. (1) Storage yards shall be maintained free of combustible ground vegetation, (a) over a distance of 4.5 m from the stored product to grass and weeds, and (b) over a distance of 30 m from the stored product to brush and forested areas. Fire breaks
3.5.3.7. (1) Where the bulk volume of stored product is more than 4800 m3, fire breaks shall be provided around the perimeter of each group of storage piles in accordance with Sentences (2) and (3). (2) Individual storage piles shall be arranged so that there are not more than 16 individual storage piles per group. (3) Fire breaks shall be at least 22 m wide. Alternative measures
3.5.3.8. Despite Articles 3.5.3.4. to 3.5.3.7., other pile arrangements that will prevent the spread of fire and that are approved may be used. Fire department access
3.5.3.9. (1) Each tire storage yard shall be provided with fire access routes. (2) The fire access routes shall, (a) have a clear width of at least 6 m, (b) be designed to support the loads imposed by fire fighting equipment, (c) be surfaced with material designed to permit accessibility under all climatic conditions, (d) be connected with a public thoroughfare in at least two places that are located as remotely as is possible in the circumstances from each other, (e) be located within all pile clearances identified in Sentence 3.5.3.5.(1), (2) or (3) and within all fire breaks required in Article 3.5.3.7., (f) be within 50 m of any point in the storage yard where storage piles are located, (g) be at least 6 m from any storage pile, and (h) be maintained accessible and unobstructed at all times. (3) Despite Sentences (1) and (2), alternate fire access routes may be provided if (a) the routes permit fire fighting vehicles and equipment access and permit the use of fire suppression techniques appropriate in the circumstances, and (b) the routes are approved. Fencing
3.5.3.10. (1) Where the bulk volume of stored product is more than 600 m3, the storage yard shall be surrounded by a firmly anchored fence or other approved method of security that controls unauthorized access to the storage yard. (2) Where a fence is used, the fence shall be at least 1.8 m high and constructed to discourage entry. (3) The fence shall have gateways with a clear width of at least 3.5 m. (4) The gateways shall be high enough to permit the entry of fire department vehicles. (5) The gateways shall be kept clear of obstructions so that the gates may be opened fully at all times. (6) The gates shall be locked when the storage yard is not staffed. Water supply
3.5.3.11. (1) A public or private water supply shall be provided such that any part of the storage yard can be reached by using not more than 150 m of hose. (2) When the quantity of stored product is between 300 m3 and 1200 m3, the water supply system shall be capable of supplying 1860 L/min for 3 hours. (3) Where the quantity of stored product is 1200 m3 or more, the water supply system shall be capable of supplying 3780 L/min for 3 hours. (4) Where on-site reservoirs or other established water supplies are used as a fire department draft source to meet the requirements of Sentences (1), (2) and (3), they shall be equipped with dry hydrants in accordance with Appendix B of NFPA 1231, “Water Supplies for Suburban and Rural Fire Fighting”. Alternative measures
3.5.3.12. Despite Article 3.5.3.11., other water supply systems or other measures may be used if the systems or measures will provide sufficient fire suppression capability in the circumstances and if the systems or measures are approved. Fire extinguishers
3.5.3.13. Fuel-fired vehicles operating in the storage yard shall be equipped with a 2A:10BC or higher rated portable extinguisher conforming to the requirements of Section 6.2. SECTION 3.6CLEANING AND DYEING PLANTS Subsection 3.6.1.General Standard
3.6.1.1. (1) Dry cleaning plants shall conform to Chapter 1, except Clause 1-3, Chapter 2, except Clause 2-2.2, and Chapters 3 and 6 of NFPA 32, “Drycleaning Plants”. (2) Despite Sentence (1) and except as permitted by Sentence (3), flammable liquids shall not be used for any purpose in dry cleaning and dyeing plants. (3) Flammable and combustible liquids may be used as a local application to remove spots and stains if the liquids (a) are stored in listed safety cans or closed containers not exceeding 5 L in capacity, (b) do not exceed 25 L in aggregate quantity, and (c) are dispensed from listed and labelled plunger type safety cans or containers that do not exceed 250 mL. (4) Despite Sentences (1) and (3), flammable and combustible liquids shall not be stored or located in an area where the public has access and may use dry cleaning or dyeing equipment. (5) Despite Sentence (1), electrical installations need not conform to NFPA 70, “National Electrical Code”, but shall conform to the Electrical Safety Code made under the Electricity Act, 1998. (6) Existing dry cleaning plants and dyeing plants may be approved if the Chief Fire Official is satisfied that the level of fire safety specified in Sentence (1) is provided. Use of combustible liquids
3.6.1.2. Combustible liquid solvents used in dry cleaning and dyeing plants shall be of an approved type.
3.6.1.3. Combustible liquids shall be stored and handled in conformance with Part 4.
3.6.1.4. Where combustible liquids are used as cleaning solvents, foreign materials shall be removed from the pockets and exterior of clothing in the receiving room.
3.6.1.5. Combustible liquids shall not be located where the public has access and may use dry cleaning equipment.
3.6.1.6. Combustible liquids used as a local application to remove spots and stains shall not exceed 4.6 L and shall be dispensed from listed and labelled plunger-type safety cans. Subsection 3.6.2.Ventilation Maximum solvent concentrations in atmosphere
3.6.2.1. Where combustible liquids are used in a dry cleaning or dyeing process, ventilating equipment shall be provided to maintain an average solvent concentration of not more than 100 ppm within 3 m horizontally of a cleaning or dyeing unit and not more than 40 ppm elsewhere in the plant. Automatic shutdown of systems
3.6.2.2. Ventilation systems shall shut down automatically when manual fire alarm boxes or fire detectors are operated. Manual shutdown of systems
3.6.2.3. (1) Where fire alarm systems are not installed, signs shall be posted to instruct employees to shut down the ventilation system in the event of fire. (2) Emergency switches for this purpose shall be provided and placed in a conspicuous location in exit ways. Exhaust outlet location
3.6.2.4. Exhaust ventilation outlets shall be located at least 7.5 m from any opening in a building. Subsection 3.6.3.Fire Hazards Clearances of equipment from appliances
3.6.3.1. Appliances with open flames or with exposed electrical heating elements shall not be placed within 6 m of dry cleaning or dyeing equipment in which combustible liquids are used unless such appliances are located in a separate enclosed room or cabinet which is independently ventilated. Ducts for combustion air
3.6.3.2. Combustion air for gas or oil-fired equipment shall be conveyed through ducts from a source outside the building when such equipment is located in a dry cleaning or dyeing room. Lint and refuse disposal
3.6.3.3. (1) Lint and refuse shall be removed from traps in dry cleaning and dyeing systems after each day’s work. (2) The lint and refuse shall be disposed of in a receptacle conforming to Articles 2.4.1.9. and 2.4.1.10. or be removed from the premises. SECTION 3.7BOWLING ALLEYS Subsection 3.7.1.Resurfacing Notification
3.7.1.1. The Chief Fire Official shall be notified when bowling alleys are to be resurfaced. Closure to public
3.7.1.2. Bowling alleys shall not be open to the public during the resurfacing of alleys.
3.7.1.3. (1) During the application of the floor finishes and for one hour after such application, Sentences (2) to (4) apply. (2) Mechanical exhaust systems, electric motors and other equipment, including lights, that might be a source of ignition shall be shut down. (3) Smoking shall not be permitted and open flames shall not be used. (4) Waste materials shall be disposed of in conformance with Article 3.7.3.2. in bowling alleys.
3.7.1.4. Maximum natural ventilation shall be maintained during the resurfacing operations. Subsection 3.7.2.Pin Refinishing
3.7.2.1. (1) Pin refinishing shall be carried out in a building provided for this purpose, or in a room at or above grade separated by walls, floor and ceiling assemblies having a 1-hr fire-resistance rating. (2) Smoking shall not be permitted in a pin refinishing room. (3) Signs in conformance with Article 2.4.3.2. shall be posted in pin refinishing rooms. Subsection 3.7.3.Flammable and Combustible Liquids Storage
3.7.3.1. The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in conformance with Part 4. Waste receptacles
4.1.1.1. (1) This Part provides for the storage, handling, processing and use of  (a) flammable or combustible liquids, and (b) liquids with flash points greater than 93.3oC, when processed, stored, handled or used at temperatures above their flash points in buildings, structures and open areas. (2) For the purposes of this Part, “existing” means in existence on November 21, 1997. Application
4.1.1.2. (1) Areas in process plants need not conform to this Part where specific hazards are addressed by design and operational procedures that meet recognized standards and equivalent protection is provided. (2) Except as specifically provided elsewhere in this Part, this Part does not apply to, (a) the transportation of flammable or combustible liquids to which the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act (Canada) and its regulations, or the Dangerous Goods Transportation Act (Ontario) and its regulations apply, (b) the transportation of flammable or combustible liquids through pipelines to which the Energy Act and its regulations apply, (c) appliances and their ancillary equipment (burning hydrocarbons) to which the Energy Act apply, (d) the storage, handling, transportation and use of flammable or combustible liquids to which the Gasoline Handling Act and the Energy Act apply, (e) the storage, handling and use of flammable or combustible liquids at airports, piers and wharves regulated under Federal law, (f) underground areas to which the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations apply, (g) the storage of aerosol products which are covered under Subsection 3.2.5. of the National Fire Code, and (h) the storage of flammable or combustible liquids on farms for individual farm use. (3) Where there is a conflict between this Part and the Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act, the Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act shall apply. Compliance
4.1.1.3. (1) Except as provided in Article 4.1.1.4., (a) this Part, and (b) for existing facilities, the requirements of Articles 4.1.5.1., 4.1.5.3., 4.1.5.4., 4.1.5.5., 4.1.5.6., 4.1.5.8., 4.1.5.10., 4.1.6.3., 4.1.6.4., 4.1.7.8., 4.1.8.1., 4.1.8.2., 4.2.3.1., 4.2.3.2., 4.2.4.4., 4.2.7.8., 4.2.7.9., 4.2.7.10., 4.2.7.11., 4.2.7.12., 4.2.9.4., 4.2.9.7., 4.2.10.4., 4.2.10.6., 4.3.2.6., 4.3.16.1., 4.3.16.3., 4.4.6.3., 4.4.9.5., 4.5.10.1., 4.5.10.2., 4.6.4.2., 4.6.5.1., 4.7.6.1., 4.7.6.2. and 4.9.8.1., Subsections 4.1.1., 4.1.2., 4.1.3., 4.1.4., 4.2.2., 4.3.15., 4.4.11., 4.12.1., 4.12.4., 4.12.5., 4.12.6. and 4.12.7., and Sections 4.10, 4.11, come into force on the 21st day of August, 1998. Compliance schedule
4.1.1.4. (1) For existing facilities, the requirements of Articles 4.1.5.7., 4.1.5.9., 4.1.6.1., 4.1.6.2., 4.1.7.1., 4.1.7.2., 4.1.7.3., 4.1.7.4., 4.1.7.5., 4.1.7.6., 4.1.7.7., 4.1.8.3., 4.1.8.4., 4.2.3.3., 4.2.3.4., 4.2.4.1., 4.2.4.2., 4.2.4.3., 4.2.4.5., 4.2.4.6., 4.2.7.1., 4.2.7.2., 4.2.7.3., 4.2.7.4., 4.2.7.5., 4.2.7.6., 4.2.7.7., 4.2.7.13., 4.2.9.1., 4.2.9.2., 4.2.9.3., 4.2.9.5., 4.2.9.6., 4.2.9.8., 4.2.10.1., 4.2.10.2., 4.2.10.3., 4.2.10.5. 4.3.16.2. and 4.6.4.5., Subsections 4.2.1., 4.2.5., 4.2.6., 4.2.8., 4.2.11., 4.3.1., 4.3.4., 4.3.5., 4.3.6., 4.3.10., 4.4.6. (except Articles 4.4.6.3. and 4.4.6.7.), 4.12.2., 4.12.3., 4.12.8. and 4.12.9., and Sections 4.5 (except Articles 4.5.10.1. and 4.5.10.2.) and 4.7 (except Articles 4.7.6.1. and 4.7.6.2.), come into force on August 21, 2000. (2) For existing facilities, the requirements of Articles 4.3.2.4., 4.3.2.5., Subsections 4.3.3., 4.3.7., 4.3.8. (except Sentence 4.3.8.1.(2) and Article 4.3.8.2.), 4.3.9., 4.3.11., 4.3.12., 4.3.13. and 4.3.14., and Sections 4.4 (except Subsections 4.4.11. and 4.4.6. and Article 4.4.9.5.), 4.6 (except Articles 4.6.4.2., 4.6.4.5. and 4.6.5.1.), 4.8 and 4.9 (except Article 4.9.8.1.), come into force on August 21, 2002. (3) Existing conditions are acceptable with respect to Articles 4.3.2.1., 4.3.2.2., 4.3.2.3. and 4.3.8.2. and Sentence 4.3.8.1.(2) until replacement or relocation of a tank is carried out at which time these requirements shall apply. Compliance equivalency
4.1.1.5. (1) A requirement of this Part shall be deemed to be complied with if the composition, design, size and arrangement of any material, object, device or thing varies from the composition, design, size or arrangement prescribed in this Part where strength, health and safety are equal to or greater than the strength, health and safety in the composition, design, size or arrangement prescribed, and has been approved by the Chief Fire Official. (2) A proposal for compliance equivalency shall bear the signature and seal of a Professional Engineer or Architect or both. Compliance equivalency process
4.1.1.6. (1) A proposal for compliance equivalency for an existing facility shall be submitted, allowing sufficient time for the work to be done plus 90 days for review by the Chief Fire Official, so that the work can be approved and completed by the compliance date set out in Article 4.1.1.4. (2) The Chief Fire Official shall approve or reject the compliance equivalency within 90 days of receipt of the request. (3) Where the Chief Fire Official is unable to comply within the 90 day period in Sentence (2), the owner shall be advised as to when a response will be provided. An extension equal to the additional time needed by the Chief Fire Official in excess of the 90 days shall be added to the compliance time. (4) The Chief Fire Official shall notify the owner in writing of the decision. (5) Where the compliance equivalency is not approved, the Chief Fire Official shall provide reasons therefor in writing. (6) An owner who feels aggrieved by the decision not to approve a compliance equivalency may, within 30 days of the refusal, appeal the decision in the same manner as though it were an Order. (7) All notification under this Part shall be served either personally or by ordinary mail. (8) Where notification is by mail, it shall be deemed to have been served on the fifth day after the date of mailing. (9) A compliance equivalency that has been approved and implemented shall be deemed to satisfy the applicable requirements addressed in the compliance equivalency. (10) A copy of the approved compliance equivalency shall be kept on the premises to which it relates and made available to the Chief Fire Official upon request. Subsection 4.1.2.Classification Classification
4.1.2.1. (1) For the purposes of this Part, flammable and combustible liquids shall be classified in conformance with Sentences (2) and (3). (2) Flammable liquids shall be Class I liquids, and shall be subdivided into (a) Class IA liquids, which include those having a flash point below 22.8oC and a boiling point below 37.8oC, (b) Class IB liquids, which include those having a flash point below 22.8oC and a boiling point at or above 37. 8oC, and (c) Class IC liquids, which include those having a flash point at or above 22.8oC and below 37.8oC. (3) Combustible liquids shall be Class II or Class IIIA liquids, and shall be subdivided into (a) Class II liquids, which include those having a flash point at or above 37.8oC and below 60oC, and (b) Class IIIA liquids, which include those having a flash point at or above 60oC and below 93.3oC. Heated liquids
4.1.2.2. When a liquid having a flash point at or above 37.8oC is being processed, stored, handled or used at a temperature at or above its flash point, it shall be treated as a Class I liquid. Used lubricating oil
4.1.2.3. (1) Except as provided in Sentence (2), used lubricating oil drained from motor vehicles shall be classified as a Class IIIA liquid. (2) When Class I or II liquids are added to used oils referred to in Sentence (1), the resulting mixture shall be classified by tests conforming to Subsection 4.1.3. Subsection 4.1.3.Flash Point Determination of flash point
4.1.3.1. (1) Except as provided in Sentences (3) and (4), the flash point of liquids having a viscosity less than 6 mm2/s at 37.8oC and a flash point below 93.3oC shall be determined in conformance with ASTM D 56, “Flash Point by Tag Closed Tester”. (2) Except as provided in Sentences (3) and (4), the flash point of liquids having a viscosity of 6 mm2/s or more at 37.8oC or a flash point of 93.3oC or higher shall be determined in conformance with ASTM D 93, “Flash Point by Pensky-Martens Closed Tester”. (3) The flash point of aviation turbine fuels may be determined in conformance with ASTM D 3828, “Flash Point by Small Scale Closed Tester”. (4) The flash point for paints, enamels, lacquers, varnishes and related products and their components having flash points between 0oC and 110oC, and having a viscosity less than 15000 mm2/s (150 stokes) at 25oC may be determined in conformance with ASTM D 3278, “Flash Point of Liquids by Setaflash Closed-Cup Apparatus”. Subsection 4.1.4.Electrical Installations Hazardous locations
4.1.4.1. Electrical equipment in a location where flammable or combustible liquids are present shall conform to the Electrical Safety Code made under the Electricity Act, 1998. Subsection 4.1.5.Fire Prevention and Protection Portable extinguishers
4.1.5.1. Portable extinguishers required in this Part shall be in accordance with Section 6.2. Additional fire protection equipment
4.1.5.3. Unless controlled in a manner that will not create a fire or explosion hazard, a device, operation or activity that produces open flames, sparks or heat shall not be permitted in an area described in Article 4.1.1.1. Smoking
4.1.5.4. Except for designated safe smoking areas conforming to Subsection 2.4.3., smoking shall not be permitted in areas described in Article 4.1.1.1. Removal of combustibles
4.1.5.5. (1) Areas described in Article 4.1.1.1. shall be kept clean and free of ground vegetation and accumulations of combustible materials not essential to operations. (2) Cleaning rags shall be stored in receptacles conforming to Articles 2.4.1.9. and 2.4.1.10. Fire safety plan
4.1.5.6. The requirements of Section 2.8 shall apply to buildings and open areas where the quantities of flammable and combustible liquids exceeds 500 L in total or exceeds 250 L of Class I liquids.  Access for fire fighting
4.1.5.7. Aisles and other access paths shall be maintained to permit the unobstructed movement of personnel and fire department apparatus so that fire fighting operations can be carried out in any part of an area used for the storage, use or handling of flammable or combustible liquids. Hot works
4.1.5.9. (1) Except as permitted in Sentences (2), (3) and (4), Class I liquids shall not be stored, handled or used in basements or pits. (2) Class I liquids may be stored in dwelling units as described in Article 4.2.4.5. and mercantile occupancies as described in Sentence 4.2.5.2.(3). (3) Up to 5 L of Class I liquids may be stored in basements, provided it is stored in safety containers conforming to ULC/ORD-C30, “Safety Containers”. (4) Class I liquids not exceeding 250 L in quantity may be stored, handled or used in existing laboratories described in Subsection 4.12.1. where (a) continuous mechanical ventilation is provided to ensure that flammable vapour concentrations do not exceed 25 per cent of the lower explosive limit in the basement or pit, (b) the continuous mechanical ventilation required in Clause (a) sounds an audible alarm in an attended area upon shut down of the ventilation system, (c) the Class I liquids are located in a fire compartment separated from the rest of the building by a fire separation having a 1-hr fire-resistance rating, (d) despite Article 4.1.5.6., the building has a fire safety plan in conformance with Section 2.8, (e) Class IA liquids are not stored in containers greater than 4 L in capacity, (f) except where all dispensing of Class I liquids is carried out in a power ventilated enclosure in conformance with Articles 4.12.8.3. to 4.12.8.5. and where Class IA liquids are stored in storage cabinets in conformance with Article 4.2.10.5., the room is designed to prevent critical structural and mechanical damage from internal explosion in conformance with NFPA 68, “Guide for Venting of Deflagrations”, and (g) except where all sources of ignition within 0.9 m from the floor are eliminated, the room is provided with a flammable vapour detection system that will alarm in an attended location upon detection of vapour concentrations exceeding 10 per cent of the lower explosive limit. (5) Despite Clause (4)(c), existing fire separations consisting of lath and plaster or gypsum board shall be deemed to be in compliance with Clause (4)(c). Routine maintenance
4.1.5.10. Maintenance of any equipment involved in the storage, handling, processing and use of flammable or combustible liquids, whose failure would significantly increase the fire or explosion hazard and whose maintenance requirements are not addressed in another Part of this Code shall be maintained in accordance with its listed requirements and if not listed, be maintained in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations or good engineering practice. Subsection 4.1.6.Spill Control and Drainage Systems Spill control
4.1.6.1. (1) A spill of flammable or combustible liquids shall be prevented from reaching waterways, sewer systems and potable water sources by (a) a barrier of noncombustible construction of sufficient capacity to contain the spill, or (b) grading the site or sloping the floor to divert the spill to a drainage system conforming to Article 4.1.6.2. (2) Where barriers required in Sentence (1) are provided to contain accidental spillage from aboveground storage tanks, they shall conform to the requirements for secondary containment in Subsection 4.3.7. (3) The fire safety plan required in Article 4.1.5.6. shall include measures to be taken to direct overflow of spilled liquids and fire fighting water away from (a) buildings, (b) isolation valves controlling processes or fire protection systems, (c) a means of egress, (d) adjoining property, (e) fire department access routes, and (f) a water supply used for fire fighting. Drainage systems
4.1.6.2. (1) A drainage system referred to in Clause 4.1.6.1.(1)(b) shall (a) terminate at a location where such a spill will not create a fire hazard or any risk to health or safety or the natural environment, and (b) direct the spill away from buildings, means of egress, fire department access roadways, or valves controlling the flow of flammable or combustible liquids or water supplies for fire fighting. (2) Closed drainage systems shall be equipped with a trap. Spills and leaks
4.1.6.3. (1) Maintenance and operating procedures shall be established to prevent the escape of flammable or combustible liquids to areas where they could create a fire or explosion hazard. (2) Except as provided in Sentence (3), all reasonable steps shall be taken to recover escaped liquid and to remove or treat contaminated soil, surface water, ground water or aquatic sediments. (3) Liquid spilled or leaked shall be (a) flushed to a location conforming to Article 4.1.6.2., or (b) removed with the aid of an absorbent conforming to Sentence (4), deposited in a receptacle conforming to Subsection 2.4.1. and disposed of in a manner that does not create a fire or explosion hazard. (4) An absorbent required in Sentence (3) shall (a) be noncombustible, or (b) conform to ULC/ORD-C410A, “Absorbents for Flammable and Combustible Liquids”. (5) Clean-up shall conform with Part X (Spills) of the Environmental Protection Act. Spill procedure
4.1.6.4. (1) A spill control procedure shall be approved and implemented for any occupancy where flammable or combustible liquids are stored, handled, processed or used. (2) The spill control procedure referred to in Sentence (1) shall include (a) suitable operating procedures to prevent leaks and spills from piping, pumps, storage tanks or process vessels, (b) ventilation, (c) control of ignition sources, (d) spill containment and cleanup (such as dikes and spill control agents such as sand), (e) personal protective clothing or equipment that should be used (such as rubber gloves, rubber boots and self-contained breathing apparatus), (f) handling and disposal of waste in accordance with the Ministry of Environment and Energy requirements, (g) chain of command including notification of affected agencies and management, (h) a preventive maintenance program, and (i) training for new staff within 3 months of their being hired and for experienced staff every 6 months. (3) Spill control procedures shall be prominently posted and maintained where flammable or combustible liquids are stored, handled, processed or used. Subsection 4.1.7.Ventilation Rooms or enclosed spaces
4.1.7.1. Where flammable or combustible liquids are processed, handled, stored, dispensed or used within rooms or enclosed spaces, ventilation shall conform to this Part and the Building Code. Ventilation measures