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SAFETY PROGRAM

FIRE PREVENTION

Risk Management Revision #: 3


Risk Management Effective Date: September 2011

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Table of Contents

1. Purpose ...............................................................................................
2. Scope ..................................................................................................
3. References ..........................................................................................
4. Definitions ...........................................................................................
5. Performance Standards and Measurements .......................................
6. Responsibilities ...................................................................................
7. Actions Steps ......................................................................................
8. Records ...............................................................................................
9. Flowchart and Exhibits ........................................................................
_X_ Revisions indicated by text in red font.
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1. Purpose

1.1. To minimize the potential for fire, thereby protecting people and
property.

2. Scope

2.1. This program applies to all SIDCO owned or leased locations


where potential fire hazards are present.

3. References

3.1. U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards


3.1.1. Fire Prevention Plan 1910.39
3.1.2. Flammable Liquids 1910.106
3.1.3. Storage and Handling of LP gases 1910.110
3.1.4. Portable Fire Extinguishers 1910.157
3.1.5. Fire Detection Systems 1910.164
3.1.6. Employee Alarm Systems 1910.165

3.2. DuPont Engineering Standard S20F- Fire Safety Management

3.3. NFPA Guidelines (various- see S20F for the NFPA guidelines that
have been adopted as DuPont policy.)

When applicable, use local standards, codes, and regulations if they are more stringent
than the U.S. standards, codes, and regulations cited in this section.

4. Definitions

4.1. Bonding – the act of connecting 2 containers together (usually with


a conductive bonding wire) during the act of material transfer to
equalize static charges between the 2 containers, thus minimizing
the potential for static spark.
4.2. U.S. Classes of Fires – Fires are classified into four groups in the
United States according to fuel source. The classes are as follows:
4.2.1. Class A – Ordinary combustible solids, such as paper,
wood, and cloth.
4.2.2. Class B – Flammable or combustible liquids, flammable
gases, greases, and similar material.
4.2.3. Class C – Energized electrical equipment and power
supply circuits and related materials.
4.2.4. Class D – Combustible metals.
4.3. Combustible Liquid – means any liquid having a flashpoint at or
above 100 deg. F. (37.8 deg. C.). Combustible liquids shall be
divided into two classes as follows:

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4.3.1. "Class II combustible liquids" – materials with flashpoints at


or above 100 degrees F (37.8 deg. C.) and below 140 deg.
F. (60 deg. C).
4.3.2. "Class III combustible liquids" – materials with flashpoints
at or above 140 degrees F (60 deg. C).
4.4. Fire – Any unplanned combustion. This includes electrical arcs that
also involve a subsequent fire or evidence of
combustion. Evidence of combustion includes flames, smoke, or
charring.
4.5. Fire Detection/Alarm System – a combination of fire detection
devices (smoke detectors, heat detectors, etc.) and audio/visual
notification devices (horns, strobes) that are designed to detect a
fire and notify building occupants of the alarm condition.
4.6. Fire Door – A fire resistant door installed in a firewall to prevent the
spread of smoke or fire.
4.7. Fire Resistance Rating – Rating assigned to a structural or building
component that reflects its resistance to fire – usually related to the
burn through time ( i.e., a 1-½ hour fire door).
4.8. Fire Wall – A fire resistant wall used as a barrier to prevent the
spread of a fire.
4.9. Flammable Liquid- means any liquid having a flashpoint below 100
degrees F. (37.8 deg. C.). Flammable liquids shall be known as
Class I liquids. Class I liquids are divided into three classes as
follows:
4.9.1. Class IA shall include liquids having flashpoints below 73
degrees F. (22.8 degrees C.), and having a boiling point
below 100 degrees F. (37.8 degrees C.).
4.9.2. Class IB shall include liquids having flashpoints below 73
degrees F. (22.8 degrees C.) and having a boiling point at
or above 100 degrees F. (37.8 degrees C.).
4.9.3. Class IC shall include liquids having flashpoints at or above
73 degrees F. (22.8 deg. C.) and below 100 degrees F.
(37.8 degrees C.).
4.10. Flammable Liquid Cabinet – fire resistant cabinet designed for
storage of flammable liquids in containers.
4.11. Flashpoint – means the minimum temperature at which a liquid
gives off vapor within a test vessel in sufficient concentration to
form an ignitable mixture with air near the surface of the liquid.
4.12. Grounding (earthing)– the act of providing a conductive path for
static electricity to leave a container and flow to ground, thus
minimizing the potential for static spark.
4.13. Hydrostatic Testing – Testing to find undetected internal corrosion,
external corrosion, damage caused by rough handling, repeated
pressurizations, manufacturing flaws in the construction, improper
assembly of valves, or the exposure of the extinguisher to abnormal
heat as from exposure in a fire.

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4.14. Inside Storage Room – interior room specifically designed to store


large quantities of flammable liquids.
4.15. Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (ITM) – The procedures to
follow to properly maintain fire protection systems. There are
specific parameters around each of the three pieces:
Inspection – A visual examination of a system to verify that it
appears to be in operating condition and is free of physical
damage.
Testing – A procedure used to determine the status of a system as
intended by conducting periodic physical checks.
Maintenance – Work performed to keep equipment operable or to
make repairs.
4.16. Portable Fire Extinguisher – A portable apparatus containing an
extinguishing agent that can be discharged to extinguish a small
fire.
4.17. Safety Can – An FM or UL approved container of not more than 5
gallons (18.9 liters) capacity, having a spring-closing lid and spout
cover and a flame arrester screen, and is designed so it will safely
relieve internal pressure when subjected to fire.
4.18. Supervised fire detection/alarm system – System that periodically
conducts a self test to ensure that all devices and wiring associated
with the system are functional.

5. Performance Standards and Measurements

5.1. For future development

6. Responsibilities

6.1. Site management:


6.1.1. Shall designate a Program Leader for this program.
6.1.2. Shall implement and comply with all the applicable
requirements of this program.
6.1.3. Shall develop a system for informing contractors of the
requirements of this program.

6.2. Site employees:


6.2.1. Shall comply with all the requirements of this program.

6.3. Risk Management:


6.3.1. Safety and Risk Management is the Process Owner and
shall ensure that updates to the core program documents
are provided to all locations as they become updated or
available. No changes are permitted to the core
document(s) except by the Process Owner. Text boxes are
provided for individual site program information.

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7. Action Steps

7.1. Storage and Handling of Flammable/Combustible Liquids


7.1.1. Site to develop proper storage, handling, and
housekeeping procedures for flammable and combustible
liquids that will afford full compliance with federal
regulations. U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106 – “Flammable
and Combustible Liquids”. Reference 3.1.2 is the primary
reference that is to be used to develop these procedures.
The list below is a quick summary of the subparts
(sections) of that standard:
7.1.2. Subpart (b) – Tank Storage. Covers design, construction,
and installation of above and below ground tanks. See
Exhibit 9.6 for more detail.
7.1.3. Subpart (c) – Piping, valves and fittings. Covers design,
construction, assembly, and testing of all piping systems
containing flammable or combustible liquids. See Exhibit
9.7 for more detail.
7.1.4. Subpart (d) – Container and portable tank storage. This
section has the most impact within Pioneer. Covers
storage of containers of flammable and combustible liquids
in drums or other containers <60 gallons (227 liters)
individual capacity and portable tanks not exceeding 660
gallons (2,498 liters) individual capacity. Addresses
flammable liquid cabinets, inside storage rooms, indoor and
outdoor storage, electrical classifications, containment, etc.
See Exhibit 9.8 for more detail.
7.1.5. Subpart (e) – Industrial plants. This section applies to
Pioneer, since use of flammables and combustible liquids
is incidental to our principal business. Covers proper
storage of flammables/combustibles, fire control, electrical
classifications, housekeeping, etc. See Exhibit 9.9 for
more detail.
7.1.6. Subparts (f), (g), (h), and (i) do not apply to Pioneer.
7.1.7. Section (j) lists some exceptions to compliance with this
standard – most notably bulk transportation of flammable
liquids.
7.1.8. See Exhibit 9.5 for a summary of storage and handling
guidelines for flammable materials.

Enter information here regarding the location procedures for flammable liquid
storage and handling.

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7.2. Fire Doors and Walls


7.2.1. Given the fact that most Pioneer locations do not have
sprinkler protection, the idea of keeping a potential fire
segregated to a small area is very important. This
segregation is primarily done by either separating buildings
or by installing firewalls and doors.
7.2.2. Firewalls can usually be identified by having masonry
construction that usually extends through the ceiling, but
may also be carried up tightly against the underside of a
non-combustible roof deck.
7.2.3. Fire doors can be identified by a small plate or tag (usually
located on the hinge side of the door itself, on the
doorframe, or on the door mechanism) that states the fire
resistance rating (in hours) of that door.
7.2.4. Self closing fire doors shall have fusible links (or other
activation methods) located on both sides of the wall that
the door is placed in.
7.2.5. Fire doors shall not be blocked or obstructed.
7.2.6. Sites shall identify and label all firewalls and all fire doors
located in those firewalls.
7.2.7. Fire walls are to be designated on the site evacuation
maps.
7.2.8. Site shall seal all unprotected penetrations in fire walls and
ensure that all future work keeps the integrity of the fire wall
and fire doors intact.
7.2.9. Site shall conduct monthly visual inspections of all fire
doors and annual visual inspections of firewalls and annual
operational checks of all fire doors. Use Record 8.1 and
Record 8.2 (or equivalent) to document these inspections
and tests.

Define here where fire door/wall inspection records are kept.

7.3. Fire Detection and Alarm Systems


7.3.1. All Pioneer locations (both owned and leased) should have
supervised fire detection/alarm systems installed in all
normally occupied buildings.
7.3.2. Locations that have a fire detection/alarm system installed
should have a file available that contains pertinent
information about the system, such as the electrical prints,
technical cut sheets or parts listing, a brief description of
how the system is zoned, etc.

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7.3.3. Locations with fire detection/alarm systems which are tied


to the Pioneer Emergency Response Center in Johnston,
Iowa, shall provide Johnston security with the name and
phone number of the fire department they are to notify in
the event that the system is activated, as well as a listing of
site employees that are to be notified in conjunction with
the fire department notice. This shall be updated annually
as per Section 7.13.
7.3.4. Locations with fire detection/alarm systems that are tied in
to an outside monitoring service shall annually confirm that
the monitoring service has the correct phone numbers and
that the location call list is current.
7.3.5. Fire detection/alarm systems shall be periodically tested.
(Fully supervised systems require an annual test; other
systems may require that more frequent testing be
performed). See Exhibit 9.11 for the testing requirements
associated with fire detection systems. Use Record 8.3 or
equivalent to document these inspections.
7.3.6. Locations that do not have any type of fire detection system
installed should at least have several smoke detectors
installed to provide some degree of early warning to the
building occupants.

Define here (if applicable) where the fire alarm file is located and whether or not it
is tied into JH Security. If not tied in with JH Security, list the monitoring
company’s name.

List where the alarm system inspection records are kept, who performs that
inspection and the inspection schedule.

7.4. Fire Suppression Systems


7.4.1. Locations with fire suppression systems should have a
central file containing sprinkler information (sprinkler
density, water demand, foam composition, valve, trim
information, etc.) and shall follow the inspection and test
procedures set forth by the local authority having
jurisdiction (AHJ).
7.4.2. Locations with fire suppression systems shall ensure
required periodic inspections and testing are conducted.
See definition of Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
(ITM) in the Definitions section. ITM templates are on the
Fire Prevention webpage and explain requirements for the
following types of systems found at Pioneer: Locations
shall use the following documents which contain checklists

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for each type of system, and document all inspections,


testing, and maintenance on each required checklist (or
equivalent).
7.4.3. Water-Based Fire Suppression Systems – This document
gives a background of water-based systems, which
comprise most fire protection systems at Pioneer.
7.4.3.1. Automatic Sprinkler Systems – This document is
required for all water-based systems. It contains
checklists which shall be used to capture the
general details of system components, and to give
locations clear directions for system maintenance
periodically.
7.4.3.2. Water Spray Systems – Periodic checklists
required for Pioneer locations with water
sprinklers.
7.4.3.3. Fire Pumps – Checklists; also see Exhibit 9.12 for
Demand Testing.
7.4.3.4. Fire Hydrant Maintenance – Checklists; also see
Exhibit 9.13 for information on Fire Service Mains.
7.4.3.5. Standpipe and Hose Systems – Checklists
7.4.3.6. Water Supply Systems – Checklists
7.4.3.7. Impairments – Sample Impairment and Permit
7.4.3.8. Obstruction Inspection & Investigation – Internal
inspections of piping are required every 5 years;
investigations are required for obstructions.
7.4.4. Halon Alternative Fire Suppression Systems (ex. FM 200)
7.4.5. Wet Chemical Fire Suppression Systems (ex. Ansul R-102)
7.4.6. Carbon Dioxide Fire Suppression Systems
7.4.7. Foam-Based Fire Suppression Systems – N/A at Pioneer
7.4.8. Foam-Water Fire Suppression Systems – N/A at Pioneer
7.4.9. Dry Chemical Fire Suppression Systems– N/A at Pioneer
7.4.10. Halogenated Agent Fire Suppression Systems – N/A
Pioneer

List here the fire protection in use at your location (if applicable), where the
information files are kept, the name of the company that performs the inspection
and tests, and where the test documentation is filed.

If applicable, enter information regarding hydrants/hoses – location, ownership,


maintenance, etc.

7.5. Fire Protection Systems and PSM


7.5.1. DuPont SHE Standard S21A – Process Safety
Management (PSM) – differentiates between High Hazard
Processes (HHP) and Low Hazard Operations (LHO). For
many elements of PSM, there are differences in the

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requirements and recommendations. However, in the case


of fire protection systems, there is only one significant
difference.
7.5.2. The Design Documentation, Quality Assurance, and
Mechanical Integrity, and all other requirements in S21A
are the same for fire protection systems whether they are
designed PSM critical or not. The exception is the
requirement to include a fire protection equipment review
as a part of an HHP area cyclical PHA.
7.5.3. S21A requires the design basis for fire protection systems
to be documented for both HHPs and LHOs. See S21A,
A.1.2.3.1 and B.1.2.3.1.
7.5.4. S21A also requires that the Quality Assurance Program for
both HHPs and LHOs include fire protection systems. See
S21A, A.11.2 and B.11.2.
7.5.5. In addition, S21A requires that the Mechanical Integrity
effort (i.e., equipment inspection, test, and maintenance
program) for both HHPs and LHOs include fire protection
equipment. See A.12.2.4 and B.12.2.4.
7.5.6. S24A, B.6, states: “Fire protection systems directly
associated with PSM critical process areas, including
sprinklers, deluge systems, fire water supply, storage,
pumping, and piping distribution systems”, should be PSM
critical. S24A, B.5 includes emergency alarm systems.
Fire protection systems that are designated PSM critical
must be reviewed as a part of the 5-year cyclical Process
Hazards Analysis required for HHPs.
7.5.7. DuPont has adopted the following National Fire Protection
Association Codes and Standards for the design,
installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire
protection systems:
7.5.8. NFPA 13 – Installation of Sprinkler Systems
7.5.8.1. NFPA 25 – Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
7.5.8.2. NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm Code
7.5.8.3. Compliance with the mandatory provisions of
these documents meets the requirements of S21A
and S24A. The NFPA codes are applied equally
to HHPs and LHOs.
7.5.8.4. Mobile fire apparatus is not considered PSM
critical, however, the capabilities and adequacy of
mobile apparatus and the emergency response
procedures to employ them should be reviewed as
part of the cyclical fire protection audits.

7.6. Portable Fire Extinguishers

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7.6.1. Each location shall have fire extinguishers distributed so


that the travel distance to any extinguisher is 75 feet (22.8
meters) or less and have at least one extinguisher per
11,250 square feet (1,045 square meters) of floor area.
7.6.2. When possible, extinguishers should be placed by EXIT
doors or in close proximity to fire alarm pull boxes.
7.6.3. Extinguishers should be rated for A, B, and C class fires.
Flammable liquid storage areas may utilize B:C rated dry
chemical extinguishers in place of A-B:C units.
7.6.4. Electrical control rooms and computer rooms should have
ABC dry chemical extinguishers placed in them, but Halon
or Carbon Dioxide extinguishers may also be used.
7.6.5. Extinguishers must be properly sized to afford at least 1
unit of “A” for every 1,500 square feet (140 square meters)
of floor area that is to be covered by that extinguisher.
Example: a typical 5 pound (2.3 kg) ABC rated
extinguisher carries a “3-A” rating. This extinguisher is
sufficient to cover 4,500 square feet (418 square meters).
Coverage of an area larger than this would either require
an extra extinguisher or a larger unit with a higher “A”
rating.
NOTE: This requirement does not apply to areas where
B:C only extinguishers have been placed in addition to A-
B:C units.
7.6.6. When permanently mounted to a wall or other fixed
structure, the top of the extinguisher should be
approximately 42 inches (107 cm) off the floor.
7.6.7. Fire extinguishers shall not be blocked.
7.6.8. Site should have a listing or map showing fire extinguisher
locations.
7.6.9. Site shall perform all required inspections for fire
extinguishers:
7.6.9.1. Monthly visual inspection. Refer to Exhibit 9.2.
Document this inspection on Record 8.4 or
equivalent.
7.6.9.2. Annual maintenance inspection. Refer to Exhibit
9.3. (Use of the fire service vendors’ tag or sticker
is sufficient documentation.)
7.6.9.3. Periodic hydrostatic testing. Refer to Exhibit 9.3.
(Use of the fire service vendors’ tag or sticker is
sufficient documentation of this test).
7.6.9.4. Six year maintenance for stored pressure
extinguishers. Refer to Exhibit 9.3. (Use of the
fire service vendors’ tag or sticker is sufficient
documentation of this test).

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Location to list here how the monthly inspections are documented and
where that documentation is kept, who performs the annual inspections,
and hydrostatic testing, and how those records are kept.

7.7. Fire Evacuation Plan


7.7.1. Each location is required to have an Fire Evacuation Plan
in place. The plan shall identify how employees will be
notified of a fire, gathering points, etc. Refer to Pioneer
“Emergency Planning and Response” safety program for
more detail.

7.8. Fire Department Visits


7.8.1. Location should arrange for the local Fire Department(s) to
periodically tour the facility to familiarize themselves with
the site layout and location of flammables.
7.8.2. Locations should supply the nearest Fire Department(s)
with a map of the plant layout, including building numbers,
location of any firefighting equipment, utility connections
(gas , electric, etc.), and where hazardous materials are
stored.
7.8.3. When required by local codes or by the local fire
marshal/chief, Hazardous Material Identification Guide
Labels (NFPA diamonds) shall be affixed above the
exterior doors on buildings that contain hazardous
materials. NFPA labels should reflect the cumulative
highest hazard ratings of all of the materials stored inside.

7.9. Housekeeping
7.9.1. Location shall set up a housecleaning schedule specifically
for heat producing systems and equipment (motors,
heaters, burners, etc.) to prevent an excessive
accumulation of dusts or other materials on that equipment
that could lead to overheating and an ignition of that
accumulated material.
7.9.2. Location shall follow good overall housekeeping practices
to minimize accumulations of flammable or combustible
materials. See Exhibit 9.4.for a list of housekeeping
techniques.

Site to define here housekeeping policies or procedures.

7.10. Pallet and ProBox® Storage


7.10.1. Besides flammable and combustible liquids, the greatest
fire risk in most Pioneer locations is the storage of empty
pallets and ProBox® containers inside of our buildings.

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7.10.2. Empty pallets and ProBox® containers should be stored in


a designated building that is segregated from all other
buildings, or outdoors away from other buildings.
7.10.3. If a location chooses to store empty pallets and ProBox®
containers inside buildings that share common spaces with
other parts of the facility, that location shall implement a
Hot Works program that addresses the proper steps to be
taken to minimize the chance of an ignition source reaching
those pallets or ProBox® containers.

Site to enter information regarding designated pallet or ProBox storage areas (if
applicable).

7.11. LP Gas – Fork Truck Cylinder Storage and Fixed LP Tanks


7.11.1. Locations should store all full fork truck LP cylinders
outdoors at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from any building
when possible, however, current U.S. regulations allow up
to 300 pounds (136 kg) of LP gas (9 standard fork truck
cylinders) to be stored indoors in one fire area.
7.11.2. All fork truck LP cylinders (both full and empty) shall be
stored in a location that is away from any egress paths,
properly guarded from equipment damage, and the
cylinders must be properly secured.
7.11.3. Changing of fork truck LP cylinders should take place
outdoors whenever possible.
7.11.4. Locations that fill their own fork truck LP cylinders shall
follow all DOT requirements pertaining to inspections and
hydrostatic testing of those cylinders.
7.11.5. Fixed LP tanks shall be placed according to NFPA 58,
Table 3.2.2.2.
7.11.6. A quick summary of Table 3.2.2.2 is that LP tanks <125
gallons (473 liters) can be placed directly adjacent to a
building. Tanks 126-500 gallons (477-1,893 liters) must be
placed at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from any buildings.
Tanks 501-2000 gallons (1,897-7,571 liters) must be
placed at least 25 feet (7.62 meters) away from any
buildings.
7.11.7. LP tanks should have the pressure relief valves visually
inspected every year, and those valves should be replaced
every 10 years (or as recommended by the tank
manufacturer).

Site to enter information here regarding who owns and maintains the LP
cylinders and LP tanks used on site.
When applicable, site to enter procedures that are used for on-site filling of LP
cylinders.

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When applicable, site to enter how inspections and testing is done on site-owned
LP cylinders.

7.12. Auditing
7.12.1. Perform a fire safety inspection at least annually. This may
be performed in conjunction with the location’s regularly
scheduled first party audits.
7.12.1.1. Inspection records shall be kept for five years.

Site to define here how the fire safety inspection will be completed and where
those records are kept.

7.12 Training
7.12.2. Training for employees on the Fire Prevention program
shall be done upon initial employment and thereafter when
any part of the program changes.
7.12.3. Training on fire extinguisher use shall be provided at each
location where employees are expected to utilize fire
extinguishers in order to familiarize those employees with
the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the
hazards of fire fighting. This shall be done upon initial
employment and at least annually thereafter.
7.12.4. Fire extinguisher training does not have to be hands-on,
but it is recommended to periodically conduct hands-on,
live-fire training.

Enter information here regarding how the annual fire extinguisher training will
take place and how often hands-on fire extinguisher training will be conducted
and who will conduct that training.

7.13. Program Evaluation


7.13.1. This program must be periodically evaluated, at least
annually, to ensure that all requirements of the program are
being followed.

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Site to provide information as to how and when program will be evaluated.

8. Records

8.1. Fire Door Monthly inspection record


8.1.1. Records shall be kept 1 year.
8.2. Fire Door and Fire Wall annual inspection/test record
8.2.1. Records shall be kept three years.
8.3. Fire Detection/alarm system annual inspection record
8.3.1. Records shall be kept for three years.
8.4. Fire Extinguisher Monthly inspection record
8.4.1. Records shall be kept 1 year
8.5. Employee Training Record.
8.5.1. Training records shall be kept for three years.

9. Flowchart and Exhibits

9.1. Flowchart
9.2. Monthly_Fire_Extinguisher Inspection Instructions
9.3. Fire_Extinguisher Maintenance and Hydro Test Instructions
9.4. Fire_Prevention_Housekeeping Techniques
9.5. Storage_Handling_Flammable_Combustible
9.6. Summary 1910.106 (b) – Tank Storage
9.7. Summary_1910.106 (c) – Piping, valves and fittings
9.8. Summary_1910.106 (d) – Container and portable tank storage
9.9. Summary_1910.106(e) – Industrial plants
9.10. Fire Alarm System Inspections
9.11. Demand Testing
9.12. Fire Service Mains

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(Record 8.1)

FIRE DOOR MONTHLY INSPECTION


FOR YEAR:_____________
Items to check:
1. Any visible damage 5. Materials stored away from door
2. Door is fully operational 6. Door not blocked
3. Tracks for overheads doors in good condition
4. Closers and latches on swinging doors operational

FIRE DOOR # OR LOCATION

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUG

SPET

OCT

NOV

DEC

INITIAL
INSP.

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FIRE DOOR & FIRE WALL ANNUAL INSPECTION/TEST RECORD


(RECORD 8.2)

Date: ____________________ Inspected by: ________________________

Fire Door Annual Test Checklist for Door # (or location)________________

Recommendation is that an outside vendor perform the annual tests, but basic
test procedure involves unhooking a fusible link from anywhere in the system and
watching the door close. Be aware that overhead doors drop very quickly, proper
practices should be put in place to minimize employee risk.

YES NO
Do overhead doors fully release and drop down to floor
level?
Do sliding doors fully release and fully close against the
stops at a rate no less than 6 inches per second? (A 20
foot wide door should fully close in less than 40 seconds.)
Do self-closing swinging doors fully release and fully close
and latch?
ALL ANSWERS SHOULD BE YES.

Firewall Annual Inspection Checklist for Wall # (or location) _____________

TRUE FALSE
Is fire wall integrity maintained (all penetrations correctly
sealed, no obvious damage)?
No changes to building use that would require a higher fire
rating than the wall currently carries?
BOTH ANSWERS SHOULD BE TRUE.

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Fire Detection/Alarm System Annual Inspection Record


(Record 8.3)

Account number:
System type:
Date:
Location Name:
Address:

Inspections/tests:

1. Check wiring for shorts, opens_________


2. AC circuit breaker operation_________
3. Test trouble notification________
4. Test battery back-up__________
5. Test heat detectors_________
6. Test smoke detectors________
7. Test horns_________
8. Test strobes_________
9. Test zones_______
10. Reports to Johnston________

Alarm Devices: Quantity:

Heat detectors _________ ________


Rate of Rise __________ ________
Fixed Temp._________ ________
Rate/Fixed_________ ________
Smoke detectors _______ ________
Horns ________ ________
Strobes ______ ________
Pull stations _________ ________

Security Devices: Quantity:

Door switches: _________ _______


Motion sensors: _________ _______
Test Zones: __________ _______
Horns: __________ _______

Comments:_______________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

Technician(s): ______________

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Record 8.4

FIRE EXTINGUISHER MONTHLY INSPECTION


FOR YEAR:_____________
Items to check:
1. Extinguisher in proper location 5. No visible damage
2. Plainly visible, not blocked 6. Nozzle clear of obstructions
3. Pressure gauge shows FULL 7. CO2 extinguishers hefted to check weight
4. Pin and seals in place

EXTINGUISHER # OR LOCATION

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUG

SPET

OCT

NOV

DEC

INITIAL
INSP.

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RECORD 8.5
FIRE PREVENTION TRAINING RECORD

Training Description: To train and inform employees of the requirements


related
to the specific Exhibits of this program that apply to their jobs.

Topic / Course Qualification (check all that apply):


# 50003284 FirePrevent

Date of Training: _____/_____/_____ Quiz Used: Yes No


Trainer: __________________ Trainer Signature: ___________________
Training Material Used (check all that apply):
Location version of the current RM written Safety Program
Current Risk Management on-line course or PowerPoint
Location modified PowerPoint (Date of Revision: ______________
Video (Title: ________________________________________________
Exhibits in Program (Which ones: _______________________________
Other (Explain: _____________________________________________
Did this training include a hands-on session? Yes No
Details of hands-on training (when
applicable):____________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________

Employee name (print) Employee signature


1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.
Page ____ of ____

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FIRE PREVENTION
Training Record

EMPLOYEE NAME (PRINT) EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE

8.

9.

10.

11.

12.

13.

14.

15

16.

17.

18.

19.

20.

21.

22.

23.

24.

25.

Page ____ of ____

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Fire
Prevention
Program

Location Safety
Inspection
Checklist Records of internal
Fire Safety fire safety
Inspections inspections

Fire Prevention
Housekeeping
Techniques
Storage,
Storage and Handling Handling and
Guidilines for Housekeeping Monthly Fire
Flammable Materials Extinguisher
Inspections

Monthly Fire Annual Fire Extinguisher


Extinguisher Inspection Maintenace Inspections
Instructions Fire
Fire Extinguisher Annual Extinguishers
Hydrostatic
Maintenance Inspection
and Hydrostatic Testing
Inspections of Fire
Instructions Extinguishers

ADEMCO Security Detections Fire Detection


Center Protection Systems Equipment Maintenance
System and Inspections

Pioneer Safety
Emergency Evacuations
Programs Maps and
Signage
NFPA 704
Standard
Fire Prevention
Training Quiz & Key

Training Overhead Training


Employee Training
Script and
Overheads
Record

Fire
Prevention

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MONTHLY FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS


(Exhibit 9.2)

U.S. OSHA regulation 1910.157 states that “the employer shall assure that portable
fire extinguishers are maintained in a fully charged and operable condition and kept
in their designated places at all times.” We can break down this paragraph into the
following steps to cover during a monthly fire extinguisher inspection:

1. Fire extinguishers are in their assigned place.


2. Fire extinguishers are plainly visible, not blocked or hidden by materials
or equipment.
3. Fire extinguishers are mounted in accordance with NFPA Standard No.
10 (Portable Fire Extinguisher).
 Fire extinguisher is mounted between 3 and 5 feet (.9 and 1.5 meters)
off the floor.
 Fire extinguisher can be easily removed from the mounting.
4. Pressure gauges show adequate pressure – the arrow is within the green,
“charged” range on the dial.
 Note: For carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishers, these must be weighed
to determine if leakage has occurred.
5. Pin and seals are in place.
6. Fire extinguisher shows no visual sign of damage, abuse or corrosion.
7. Nozzles are free of blockage.

Any employee familiar with these items may perform the monthly visual inspection.
No specific training or knowledge is required by the regulation.

A record that the monthly inspection has been performed must be kept. There are a
couple of different ways to meet this requirement. Fire extinguishers supplied and
serviced by an outside vendor are typically tagged to show when the annual
inspection was completed. One side of this tag allows for recording the monthly
inspection. The inspector can enter the date the inspection was completed and sign
their name.

A location could choose to use a separate log sheet which lists each fire
extinguisher. The log sheet must have the inspector’s signature and monthly date as
to when each extinguisher was inspected. Another option could be to use a bar code
system in which each extinguisher is assigned a bar code. A hand-held scanner is
then used to identify the fire extinguisher location and allows the inspector to enter
the inspection date and note any deficiencies. The information is then printed or
uploaded to a computer for record keeping.

Regardless of the manner in which the inspection is documented, the monthly


inspection record must be maintained for one year.

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FIRE EXTINGUISHER MAINTENANCE


& HYDRO TEST INSTRUCTIONS
(Exhibit 9.3)

Annual Maintenance Inspections.


Fire extinguisher maintenance should be done annually or more often if conditions
warrant. An annual maintenance inspection of a stored pressure extinguisher involves a
thorough inspection of each extinguisher part to ensure it is working properly. The
inspector should tag each extinguisher to show when the annual inspection was
performed and then replace the seal and pin on the extinguisher handle. The
extinguisher tag will serve as a record the inspection was completed and no other
documentation is needed. If the inspector does not tag each extinguisher, a separate
record of the annual inspection will need to be kept.

6 Year Maintenance For Stored Pressure Extinguishers.


Every 6 years, stored-pressure fire extinguishers that require a 12-year hydrostatic test
shall be emptied and subjected to the applicable maintenance procedures. The removal
of agent from Halon agent fire extinguishers shall only be done using a listed Halon
closed recovery system. When the applicable maintenance procedures are performed
during periodic recharging or hydrostatic testing, the 6-year requirement shall begin from
that date.
Exception: Nonrechargeable fire extinguishers shall not be hydrostatically tested but
shall be removed from service at a maximum interval of 12 years from the date of
manufacture.

Periodic Hydrostatic Testing.


A hydrostatic test of portable fire extinguishers is done to protect against unexpected in-
service failure of the cylinder. This could be caused by internal corrosion, external
corrosion, damage from abuse, or other wear with the pressurized cylinder. Hydrostatic
testing must be performed by a trained professional who has the proper test equipment.
U.S. OSHA requires hydrostatic testing of portable fire extinguishers according to the
following schedule:

Types of Extinguishers Test Interval (Years)


Stored pressure water and/or antifreeze 5
Dry chemical with stainless steel shell 5
Dry chemical, stored pressure, with mild steel,
brazed brass, or aluminum shell 12
Dry chemical, cartridge or cylinder operated,
with mild steel shell 12
Halon 1211 12
Dry powder, cartridge or cylinder operated
with mild steel shells 12
Carbon Dioxide 5

The company servicing the extinguishers can determine when hydrostatic tests are
needed for each type of extinguisher.

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FIRE PREVENTION HOUSEKEEPING TECHNIQUES


(Exhibit 9.4)

The following are housekeeping techniques and procedures to prevent fire occurrences:

 Keep storage and working areas free of trash.


 Place oily rags in covered containers and dispose of daily.
 Use noncombustible oil-absorbing materials for sweeping floors consisting of
sawdust or some other organic material.
 Dispose of materials in noncombustible containers that are emptied daily.
 Remove accumulation of combustible dust.
 Follow proper storage and handling procedures.
 Ensure combustible materials are present only in quantities required for the work
operation.
 Ensure that if a worker's clothing becomes contaminated with flammable liquids,
these individuals change their clothing before continuing to work.
 Post "No Smoking" signs near the storage areas.
 Report any hazardous condition, such as old wiring, worn insulation and broken
electrical equipment, to the supervisor.
 Keep motors clean and in good working order.
 Don't overload electrical outlets.
 Ensure all equipment is turned off at the end of the work day.
 Use the safest cleaning solvents (nonflammable and nontoxic) when cleaning
electrical equipment.
 Ensure that all passageways and fire doors are unobstructed. Stairwell doors shall
never be propped open, and materials shall not be stored in stairwells.
 Periodically remove over-spray residue from walls, floors, and ceilings of paint spray
booths and ventilation ducts.
 Remove contaminated paint spray booth filters from the building as soon as
replaced, or keep immersed in water until disposed.
 Don't allow materials to block automatic sprinkler systems or to be piled around fire
extinguisher locations. To obtain the proper distribution of water, a minimum of 18
inches of clear space must be maintained below sprinkler deflectors. If there are no
sprinklers, a 3 foot (.9 meter) clearance between piled material and the ceiling must
be maintained to permit use of hose streams. These distances must be doubled
when stock is piled higher than 15 feet (4.6 meters).
 Check daily for any discarded lumber, broken pallets, or pieces of material stored on
site and remove properly.
 Re-pile immediately any pile of material which falls into an aisle or clear space.
 Use weed killers that do not pose a fire hazard.
 Keep brush and weeds mowed down around any buildings, LP tanks or flammable
liquid tanks.
 Have designated receptacles or procedures for disposing of spent fumigation
materials.

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STORAGE AND HANDLING GUIDELINES


FOR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
(Exhibit 9.5)

The following are guidelines for establishing proper storage and handling
procedures for flammable materials:

 Store all flammable material away from ignition sources.


 Store material so that adequate clearance is maintained away from heating
surfaces, air ducts, heaters, flue pipes and lighting fixtures.
 Make sure all containers are properly labeled.
 If feasible, store pallets outside or in separate buildings to reduce fire
hazards.
 Store piles of combustible materials away from buildings and locate them
apart from each other.
 Store large quantities of flammable/combustible liquid containers in a
separate building, room, or enclosure.
 Store small quantities of flammable/combustible liquids in flammable storage
cabinets.
 Either use safety cans to dispense flammable/combustible liquids, or use
proper grounding and bonding techniques.
 Use only approved containers to store flammable and combustible liquids
(see table below).
 When handling flammable/combustible liquids make sure there is adequate
ventilation, so that vapors do not build up.
 Do not use gasoline or other flammable solvents to finish or clean floors.
 Don't refuel gasoline-powered equipment in a confined space, especially in
the presence of equipment such as furnaces or water heaters.
 Don't refuel gasoline-powered equipment while it is hot.
 Clean up any spill of flammable liquids immediately.

Flammable Liquids Combustible Liquids


Container Type Class 1A Class 1B Class 1C Class II Class III

Glass or approved plastic 1 pt. 1 qt. 1 gal.(3.8 l) 1 gal. 1 gal.


Metal (other than DOT drums) 1 gal. 5 gal 5 gal. 5 gal. 5 gal.
(18.9l).
Safety cans 2 gal (7.6 l). 5 gal. 5 gal. 5 gal. 5 gal.
Metal drums (DOT specifications) 60 gal 60 gal. 60 gal. 60 gal. 60 gal.
(227 l).
Approved portable tanks 660 gal 660 gal. 660 gal. 660 gal. 660 gal.
(2,498 l).
Note: Container exemptions: (a) Medicines, beverages, foodstuffs, cosmetics, and other common
consumer items, when packaged according to commonly accepted practices, shall be exempt from
the requirements of 1910.106(d)(2)(i) and (ii).

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SUMMARY OF 1910.106(b)
“Tank Storage”
(Exhibit 9.6)

 The distance between any two outside aboveground flammable or


combustible liquid storage tanks shall not be less than 3 feet.

 The minimum separation between a liquefied petroleum gas container and a


flammable or combustible liquid storage tank shall be 20 feet. When
flammable or combustible liquid storage tanks are within a diked area, the
liquefied petroleum gas containers shall be outside the diked area and at
least 10 feet away from the centerline of the wall of the diked area. The
foregoing provisions shall not apply when liquefied petroleum gas containers
of 125 gallons or less capacity are installed adjacent to fuel oil supply tanks of
550 gallons or less capacity.

 Tanks and pressure vessels storing Class IA liquids shall be equipped with
venting devices which shall be normally closed, except when venting to
pressure or vacuum conditions. Tanks and pressure vessels storing Class IB
and IC liquids shall be equipped with venting devices, which shall be normally
closed except when venting under pressure or vacuum conditions, or with
approved flame arresters.
Exemption: Outside aboveground atmospheric tanks under 1,000 gallons
capacity containing other than Class IA flammable liquids may have open
vents.

 Every aboveground storage tank shall have some form of construction or


device that will relieve excessive internal pressure caused by exposure fires.

 The area surrounding a tank or a group of tanks shall be provided with


drainage or shall be diked to prevent accidental discharge of liquid from
endangering adjoining property or reaching waterways.

 Per Risk Management, all tanks should have spill containment.

 The volumetric capacity of the diked area shall not be less than the greatest
amount of liquid that can be released from the largest tank within the diked
area, assuming a full tank. The capacity of the diked area enclosing more
than one tank shall be calculated by deducting the volume of the tanks other
than the largest tank below the height of the dike.

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SUMMARY OF 1910.106(c)
“Piping Valves and Fittings”
(Exhibit 9.7)

 Joints shall be made liquid tight. Welded or screwed joints or approved


connectors shall be used. Threaded joints and connections shall be made up
tight with a suitable lubricant or piping compound. Pipe joints dependent
upon the friction characteristics of combustible materials for mechanical
continuity of piping shall not be used inside buildings. They may be used
outside of buildings above or below ground. If used above ground, the piping
shall either be secured to prevent disengagement at the fitting, or the piping
system shall be so designed that any spill resulting from such disengagement
could not unduly expose persons, important buildings or structures, and could
be readily controlled by remote valves.

 All piping for flammable or combustible liquids, both aboveground and


underground where subject to external corrosion, shall be painted or
otherwise protected.

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SUMMARY OF 1910.106(d)
“Container and Portable Tank Storage”
(Exhibit 9.8)

 This section shall apply only to the storage of flammable or combustible liquids in
drums or other containers (including flammable aerosols) not exceeding 60 gallons
individual capacity and those portable tanks not exceeding 660 gallons individual
capacity.

 Only approved containers and portable tanks shall be used. Metal containers and
portable tanks meeting the requirements of, and containing products authorized by
chapter I, title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (regulations issued by the
Hazardous Materials Regulations Board, Department of Transportation), shall be
deemed to be acceptable.

 Use UL or FM listed safety cans equipped with vapor-tight, self-closing caps,


screens or covers, to store and dispense small quantities of flammable liquids.

 Each portable tank shall be provided with one or more devices installed in the top
with sufficient emergency venting capacity to limit internal pressure under fire
exposure conditions to 10 p.s.i.g., or 30 percent of the bursting pressure of the
tank, whichever is greater.

 Storage cabinets: Not more than 60 gallons of Class I or Class II liquids, nor more
than 120 gallons of Class III liquids, may be stored in a storage cabinet.

 Per Risk Management: Flammable liquid storage cabinets with ventilation bungs
should have both bungs secured.

 Per Risk Management: Aerosol cans should be kept in a cabinet with doors that
properly close.

 Inside storage rooms: Inside storage rooms shall be constructed to meet the
required fire-resistive rating for their use. Openings to other rooms or buildings
shall be provided with noncombustible liquid-tight raised sills or ramps at least 4
inches in height, or the floor in the storage area shall be at least 4 inches below the
surrounding floor. Openings shall be provided with approved self-closing fire doors.
The room shall be liquid-tight where the walls join the floor. A permissible alternate
to the sill or ramp is an open-grated trench inside of the room which drains to a safe
location. Wood at least 1 inch nominal thickness may be used for shelving, racks,
dunnage, scuff boards, floor overlay, and similar installations.

 Electrical wiring and equipment located in inside storage rooms used for Class I
liquids shall be approved for Class I, Division 2 Hazardous Locations; for Class II
and Class III liquids, shall be approved for general use.

 Every inside storage room shall be provided with either a gravity or a mechanical
exhaust ventilation system. Such system shall be designed to provide for a
complete change of air within the room at least six times per hour. If a mechanical

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exhaust system is used, it shall be controlled by a switch located outside of the


door. The ventilating equipment and any lighting fixtures shall be operated by the
same switch. A pilot light shall be installed adjacent to the switch if Class I
flammable liquids are dispensed within the room. Where gravity ventilation is
provided, the fresh air intake, as well as the exhaust outlet from the room, shall be
on the exterior of the building in which the room is located.

 In every inside storage room there shall be maintained one clear aisle at least 3
feet wide. Containers over 30 gallons capacity shall not be stacked one upon the
other. Dispensing shall be by approved pump or self-closing faucet only.

 Storage inside buildings: Flammable or combustible liquids, including stock for


sale, shall not be stored so as to limit use of exits, stairways, or areas normally
used for the safe egress of people.

 Storage outside buildings: Where quantity stored exceeds 1,100 gallons, or


provisions of subdivision (a) of this subdivision cannot be met, a minimum distance
of 10 feet between buildings and nearest container of flammable or combustible
liquid shall be maintained.
 The outside storage area shall be graded in a manner to divert possible spills away
from buildings or other exposures, or shall be surrounded by a curb at least 6
inches high. When curbs are used, provisions shall be made for draining of
accumulations of ground or rain water, or spills of flammable or combustible
liquids. Drains shall terminate at a safe location and shall be accessible to
operation under fire conditions.
 The outside storage area shall be protected against tampering or trespassers
where necessary, and shall be kept free of weeds, debris, and other combustible
material not necessary to the storage.

 Extinguishers: Suitable fire control devices, such as small hose or portable fire
extinguishers, shall be available at locations where flammable or combustible
liquids are stored.

 At least one portable fire extinguisher having a rating of not less than 12-B units
shall be located outside of, but not more than 10 feet from, the door opening into
any room used for storage.

 At least one portable fire extinguisher having a rating of not less than 12-B units
must be located not less than 10 feet, nor more than 25 feet, from any Class I or
Class II liquid storage area located outside of a storage room but inside a building.

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SUMMARY OF 1910.106(e)
“Industrial Plants”
(Exhibit 9.9)

 This section shall be applicable to those portions of an industrial plant where


the use and handling of flammable or combustible liquids is only incidental
to the principal business, such as automobile assembly, construction of
electronic equipment, furniture manufacturing, or other similar activities.

 The quantity of liquid that may be located outside of an inside storage room
or storage cabinet in a building, or in any one fire area of a building, shall not
exceed 25 gallons of Class IA liquids in containers, 120 gallons of Class IB,
IC, II, or III liquids in containers or 660 gallons of Class IB, IC, II, or III liquids
in a single portable tank.

 Per Risk Management: When storing <120 gallons of flammable liquids


outside of fire cabinets or storage rooms, every effort should be made to
keep the flammables in one general area and segregated from production
areas.

 Areas in which flammable or combustible liquids are transferred from one


tank or container to another container shall be separated from other
operations in the building by adequate distance or by construction having
adequate fire resistance. Drainage or other means shall be provided to
control spills. Adequate natural or mechanical ventilation shall be provided.

 Where flammable or combustible liquids are used or handled, except in


closed containers, means shall be provided to dispose promptly and safely
of leakage or spills.

 Flammable or combustible liquids shall be drawn from or transferred into


vessels, containers, or portable tanks within a building only through a closed
piping system, from safety cans, by means of a device drawing through the
top, or from a container or portable tanks by gravity through an approved
self-closing valve. Transferring by means of air pressure on the container or
portable tanks shall be prohibited.

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FIRE ALARM SYSTEM INSPECTIONS


(Exhibit 9.10)

Locations with “Pioneer installed” fire detection/alarm systems:

Most locations with fire detection/alarm systems installed by the Corporate


Services “Facilities Systems” group will have those systems inspected and tested
annually by the Facilities Systems group. The Facilities Systems group will set
the schedule and will generally notify the location a few days before they will
arrive. There are no actions required of the location before the Facilities
Systems group arrives. The Facilities Systems group will conduct all of the
required inspections and tests and will leave behind a check sheet (usually with
either the location manager or maintenance leader) documenting the inspections
and tests that were completed. This service is completed at no cost to the
location.

Locations with “Pioneer installed” fire detection/alarm systems in the


states of WA, ID, NC, PA, HI, and locations in Canada and Puerto Rico, or
locations with fire detection/alarm systems that were not installed by
Pioneer:

The locations listed above are impractical for the Facilities Systems group to
conduct the annual inspections and tests, therefore, local contractors must be
utilized. The Facilities Systems group (or location) has either already developed,
or is in the process of developing, a listing of local contractors that are qualified
to perform the work. Each location in the states listed above will have to arrange
with these local contractors for the required inspection and testing. If there are
any questions as to the scope of work that is required from the local contractors,
the Facilities Systems group will work with the location in developing or reviewing
the contract. Make sure that the contractors that are utilized leave behind
documentation of the inspection/test. The local contractors fees are picked up by
the location.

Locations with “Pioneer installed” 4180 panels:

Contact Pioneer Facilities Systems group to see if your location utilizes any 4180
dialers. If so, the alarm horns in those areas must be visually inspected twice per
year. The Facilities Systems group (or local contractor) will perform one of these
inspections during the annual testing, so the location must conduct the other
visual inspection. The inspection involves visually making sure that the alarm
horns are still in place and not obviously damaged or altered (no exposed wires,
case is intact, no paper stuffed in the horn, etc). The location can use whatever
means they wish to document this visual inspection.

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Demand Testing
(Exhibit 9.11)

“Demand Test” is a test performed on the fire system to determine if the site
water supply system can provide enough water to meet the largest Fire Water
Demand.

Test Requirements
 Need to know the site largest Fire Water Demand
o Sprinkler System
 Ceiling
 In Rack
 Hose Allowance
o Water Spray System with Hose Allowance
o Monitor Guns

 Demand Test is also run with an impaired case:

o A fire system must be able to deliver 75% of the required fire flow
(GPM) at 100% of the required pressure with the largest fire main out
of service. Note: if all piping is the same diameter, then the shortest
direct feed main shall be substituted as the largest in this equation.

o A fire system must be able to deliver 75% of the required fire flow
(GPM) at 100% of the required pressure with the largest fire pump out
of Service.

 Demand Test shall be conducted whenever:


o Any major change in the sites water system.
o Addition of a new fire water demand that is larger or more remote from
the site existing largest fire water demand.
o A minimum of 5-years (performed when performing C-Factor Testing)

Equipment Needed
 Normal Flow Testing Equipment needed to perform a Demand Test:
o Pitot Gauge
o Hose Monsters
o Fire Hose
o Pressure Gauges
o Flow Charts
o Communications

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Performing a Demand Test


 Determine your flow test location to simulate the flow and pressures at the
largest demand point.
 Conduct a test that flows approximately the largest flow demand.
 Record Static and Residual pressures.
 Graph test results to ensure that demand point is below supply curve.

Demand Test with Impairments


 Determine worst case impairment to perform test.
o Pump out of service
o Section of main out of service
 Flow at the same location
 Record Static and Residual pressures.
 Graph test results to ensure that 75% of the water demand is met.

Demand Test with No Impairments


Water
Flow

Flow
Point Pressure
Largest Gauge, Static
Demand & Residual
Readings

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Demand Test with Impairment


Closed
PIV

Flow
Point Pressure
Largest Gauge, Static
Demand & Residual
Readings

Water
Flow

Documentation
Hydraulic Graph Paper:

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Documentation
Hydraulic Graph:

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Fire Service Mains


(Exhibit 9.12)

This document is intended to ensure that locations with fire service mains
become familiar with the different parts of the system. See Fire Hydrant
Maintenance and Standpipe and Hose Systems Maintenance documents for
specifics on those parts of this system.

DuPont SHE Standard S20F


 Section 5.3.1 of SHE Standard S20F states:
o “In addition to corporate SHE and engineering standards, DuPont has
adopted the following NFPA codes and standards as DuPont SHE
standards, applicable worldwide. Any sections within these adopted
codes and standards that contain mandatory language shall be
mandatory within DuPont.”
 NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water
Based Fire Protection Systems is among the adopted standards.

NFPA 25, Chapter 7


 This chapter provides the minimum requirements for the routine inspection,
testing and maintenance of private fire service mains and their
appurtenances.
 Table 7.1 shall be used to determine the minimum required frequencies for
inspection, testing and maintenance.
o These functions shall be permitted to be carried out simultaneously.
 Chapters 9 & 10 of the NFPA Inspection, Test and Maintenance Manual also
cover these requirements.

NFPA 25 Inspection Details


 General - Inspections are intended to identify obvious problems with the
equipment being inspected.
 The inspection, testing and maintenance requirements for valves (PIV, OS&Y,
etc.) are found in NFPA 25, Chapter 12.
 Generally we think of inspections as being visual only. For valves and
hydrants, there are ‘hands-on’ inspections.

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NFPA 25, Table 7.1 - Summary of Private


Fire Service Main Inspection, Testing and
Maintenance

Hose Houses
Are they Tools

accessible?
Is there any
Box Inventory

physical damage?
Is all of the
required
equipment in
place and in
usable condition?

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Fire Hydrants
Gate Valve
Are they accessible?
Are there any leaks?
Is there any physical damage?
Are the caps easily removed
(hand tight)?
Are hose threads in good
shape and is the outlet still
round?
Are operating wrenches or
wheels readily available?
Are gate valves easily
operable?
Dry Barrel Hydrants
Do they drain properly after
each use?
Petcock Valve
Are petcock valves open?

Dry Barrel Fire Hydrant


Dry Barrel Fire
Hydrants: Are the most
common type of hydrant,
they have a control valve
below the frost line
between the foot-piece
and the barrel. A drain
hole is located at the
bottom of the barrel
above the control valve
seat for proper drainage
after operation.

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Monitor Nozzles (Monitor


Guns)
Are there any leaks?
Do the locks hold?
Does it move freely
when unlocked?
Is there any physical
damage?
Is it accessible?
Is there any
corrosion visible?

Post Indicator Valves (PIV’s)


Valves shall be inspected
weekly if sealed.
Valves shall be inspected
monthly if locked or
supervised.
The valve inspection shall
verify:
The valve is in the normal open
or closed position.
Is properly sealed, locked or
supervised.
Is accessible.
Is provided with appropriate
wrench.
Is free of external leaks.
Is properly identified.

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Testing/Maintenance of Hydrants
 All hydrants shall be tested annually to ensure proper function.
 Each hydrant shall be opened fully and water flowed until all foreign material
has cleared.
 Flow shall be maintained for not less than one minute.
 After operation, dry barrel and wall hydrants shall be observed for proper
barrel drainage.
 Full drainage shall take no longer than 60 minutes.
 Hydrants shall be lubricated annually to ensure that all stems, caps, plugs
and threads are in proper operating condition.

Testing - PIVs
 Each control valve shall be operated annually through its full range and
returned to its normal position.
 Post indicator valves shall be opened until spring or torsion is felt in the rod,
indicating that the rod has not become detached from the valve.
 Post indicator valves shall be backed one-quarter turn from the fully open
position to prevent jamming.
 For electronically supervised valves, the alarm signal shall be tested semi-
annually.
 Maintenance
 Lubricant shall be applied annually per the manufacturers instructions.
 CAUTION - Many PIV’s require a specific lubricant. Using the wrong lubricant
can damage the stem and leave the valve inoperable.

Testing – Underground and Exposed Piping


 Generally, underground piping cannot be inspected on a routine basis.
However, flow testing can reveal the condition of underground piping and
shall be conducted in accordance with Section 7.3.
 Underground and exposed piping shall be flow tested to determine the
internal condition of the piping at minimum 5-year intervals.
 Flow tests shall be made at flows representative of those expected during a
fire for the purpose of comparing the friction loss characteristics of the pipe
with those expected for the particular type of pipe involved, with due
consideration given to the age of the pipe and to the results of previous flow
tests.
 Any flow test results that indicate deterioration of available water flow and
pressure shall be investigated to the complete satisfaction of the authority
having jurisdiction to ensure that the required flow and pressure are available
for fire protection.

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 Where underground piping supplies individual fire sprinkler, standpipe, water


spray, or foam-water sprinkler systems and there are no means to conduct
full flow tests, tests generating the maximum available flows shall be
permitted.

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