LAC 28:CXXXIII.2115. Work Methods

A. Material Handling Use Circle the Appropriate Answer 1. Are volatile, flammable materials used in such a way that gases and vapors from such materials are not allowed to escape the storage container, or are gases or vapors vented to a safe area? | Y N N/A 2. When not in use, are flammable and combustible materials kept in containers that are specifically designed for holding and storing such materials? | Y N N/A B. Material Storage—Outdoor Circle the Appropriate Answer 1. Is stability maintained when combustible materials are piled? | Y N N/A 2. Are weeds and grass kept down and a regular procedure provided for periodic cleanup of outside storage areas? | Y N N/A C. Material Storage—Indoor Circle the Appropriate Answer 1. Are indoor materials stored so that they do not obstruct or adversely affect the means of exit? | Y N N/A 2. Are indoor materials stored, handled, and piled to minimize the spread of fire, and permit convenient access for firefighting? | Y N N/A 3. Where sprinkler systems are installed, are indoor materials stored so that a clearance of at least 36 inches is maintained between the top level of stored materials and the sprinkler deflectors? | Y N N/A 4. Is proper clearance maintained around lights and heating units to prevent ignition of combustible materials? | Y N N/A 5. Is a clearance of at least 24 inches maintained around the path of travel of fire doors, unless a barricade is provided? | Y N N/A 6. Are materials stored more than 36 inches away from a fire door opening? | Y N N/A