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Regulation, fire issues local

As discussed earlier, NFPA 13011 is another important document, because it is used for the regulation of train and underground system, by authorities having jurisdiction over local rail systems in some U.S. systems, some Canadian ones, and some Asian ones. Table 21.6 shows the reaction-to-fire requirements for rail cars. NFPA 130 also includes requirements for stations and trainways as well as rail vehicles. The key issues to be considered in stations are the same as in other assembly occupancies, namely electrical, interior finish, upholstered furniture, decorations, and trash disposal. With regard to trainways, the standard looks at the effect of areas that are potentially concealed spaces and considers that factor. [Pg.638]

Most villages, cities, and counties have safety and health laws of some kind. Frequently, local governments adopt national standards or portions of them as part of local ordinances. Typical laws and codes at the local level also address safety and health issues. They include zoning codes, building codes, fire codes, plumbing and sewer codes, and traffic codes. Major cities commonly have unique regulations and codes. [Pg.46]

The Fire Safety Order 2005 covers all premises which should include construction sites. At the time of going to press there was some confusion about whether the fire sections of the CHSW would be retained in the revised CDM Regulations. It is assumed that they will be reworked to avoid some overlapping of responsibilities between the HSE and Local Fire and Rescue Authorities. The sections cover the following issues. [Pg.414]


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