Aviation facilities (Chapter 20)

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• CFC § 1207 High relevance — show source text

  Chapter 12 Energy Systems

  Chapter 12 addresses any provisions related to energy systems found in the CFC. The expansion of such energy systems is related to meeting today’s energy, environmental and economic challenges. Ensuring appropriate criteria to address the safety of such systems in building and fire codes is an important part of protecting the public at large, building occupants and emergency responders. These requirements also facilitate the successful implementation of new technologies.

  All text in Section 1207 of the 2024 CFC with the following designation (Material based on NFPA 855 2023 Ed.) is reproduced with permission from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and is based upon NFPA 855, Standard for the Installation of Station- ary Energy Storage Systems, Copyright © 2023 NFPA. All designated text is either directly copied from the 2023 edition of NFPA 855 or as modified by the ICC Code Development Process. This material is not the complete and official position of NFPA on the referenced subject, which is represented solely by the standard in its entirety. NFPA shall not be responsible for the manner in which this information is presented, nor for any interpretations thereof.

  Chapters 13 through 19 Reserved for future use.

  PART IV—SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES AND OPERATIONS

  Chapter 20 Aviation Facilities

  Chapter 20 specifies minimum requirements for the fire-safe operation of airports, heliports and helistops. The principal nonflight operational hazards associated with aviation involve fuel, facilities and operations. Therefore, safe use of flammable and combustible liquids during fueling and maintenance operations is emphasized. Availability of portable Class B:C-rated fire extinguishers for prompt control or suppression of incipient fires is required.

  Chapter 21 Dry Cleaning

  The provisions of Chapter 21 are intended to reduce hazards associated with the use of flammable and combustible dry cleaning solvents. These materials, like all volatile organic chemicals, generate significant quantities of static electricity and are thus readily ignitable. Many flammable and nonflammable dry cleaning solvents also create health hazards when involved in a fire.

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  Chapter 22 Combustible Dust-Producing Operations

  The requirements of Chapter 22 seek to reduce the likelihood of dust explosions by managing the hazards of ignitable suspensions of combustible dusts associated with a variety of operations, including woodworking, mining, food processing, agricultural commodity storage and handling, and pharmaceutical manufacturing, among others. Ignition source control and good housekeeping practices in occupancies containing dust-producing operations are emphasized.

  Chapter 23 Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages

  Chapter 23 provides provisions that regulate the storage and dispensing of both liquid and gaseous motor fuels at public and private automotive, marine and aircraft motor fuel-dispensing facilities, and fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities. In addition, this chapter addresses the various hazards created by the use of both liquid and gaseous fuels within repair garages.

  Chapter 24 Flammable Finishes

  Chapter 24 requirements govern operations where flammable or combustible finishes are applied by spraying, dipping, powder coating or flow-coating processes. As with all operations involving flammable or combustible liquids and combustible dusts or vapors, controlling ignition sources and methods of reducing or controlling flammable vapors or combustible dusts at or near these operations are emphasized.

  Chapter 25 Fruit and Crop Ripening

• CFC § 1.11. High relevance — show source text

  • The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Fire Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division I remain the same. The state agency does not adopt sections identified by the following symbol: The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.

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  PART IV— SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES AND OPERATIONS

  20 AVIATION FACILITIES

  User notes:

  About this chapter : Chapter 20 specifies minimum requirements for the fire-safe operation of airports, heliports and helistops. The principal nonflight operational hazards associated with aviation involve fuel, facilities and operations. Therefore, safe use of flammable and combustible liquids during fueling and maintenance operations is emphasized. Availability of portable Class B:C-rated fire extinguishers for prompt control or suppression of incipient fires is required.

  SECTION 2001—GENERAL

  2001.1 Scope. Airports, heliports, helistops and aircraft hangars shall be in accordance with this chapter.

  2001.2 Regulations not covered. Regulations not specifically contained herein pertaining to airports, aircraft maintenance, aircraft hangars and appurtenant operations shall be in accordance with nationally recognized standards.

  2001.3 Permits. For permits to operate aircraft-refueling vehicles, application of flammable or combustible finishes and hot work, see Section 105.5.

  SECTION 2002—DEFINITIONS

  2002.1 Definitions. The following terms are defined in Chapter 2:

  AIRCRAFT OPERATION AREA (AOA).

  AIRPORT.

  HELIPORT.

  HELISTOP.

  SECTION 2003—GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

  2003.1 Sources of ignition. Open flames, flame-producing devices and other sources of ignition shall not be permitted in a hangar, except in approved locations or in any location within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of an aircraft-fueling operation.

  2003.2 Smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited in aircraft-refueling vehicles, aircraft hangars and aircraft operation areas used for cleaning, paint removal, painting operations or fueling. “No Smoking” signs shall be provided in accordance with Section 310.

  Exception: Designated and approved smoking areas.

  2003.3 Housekeeping. The aircraft operation area (AOA) and related areas shall be kept free from combustible debris at all times.

  2003.4 Fire department access. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Chapter 5. Fire apparatus access roads and aircraft parking positions shall be designed in a manner so as to preclude the possibility of fire vehicles traveling under any portion of a parked aircraft.

  2003.5 Dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids. The dispensing, transferring and storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in accordance with this chapter and Chapter 57. Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing facilities shall be in accordance with Chapter 23.

• CFC § 1.11. High relevance — show source text

  CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE – MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE

  CHAPTER 20 – AVIATION FACILITIES

  (Matrix Adoption Tables are nonregulatory, intended only as an aid to the code user. See Chapter 1 for state agency authority and building applications.)

  Adopting Agency	BSC	BSC- CG	SFM	Col5	HCD	Col7	Col8	DSA	Col10	OSHPD	Col12	Col13	Col14	Col15	Col16	BSCC	DPH	AGR	DWR	CEC	CA	SL	SLC
  Adopting Agency	BSC	BSC- CG	T-24	T-19*	1	2	1/AC	AC	SS	1	1R	2	3	4	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
  Adopt Entire Chapter			X
  Adopt Entire Chapter as amended (amended sections listed below)
  Adopt only those sections that are listed below
  [California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1]
  Chapter / Section

  • The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Fire Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division I remain the same. The state agency does not adopt sections identified by the following symbol: The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.

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  PART IV— SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES AND OPERATIONS

  20 AVIATION FACILITIES

  User notes:

  About this chapter : Chapter 20 specifies minimum requirements for the fire-safe operation of airports, heliports and helistops. The principal nonflight operational hazards associated with aviation involve fuel, facilities and operations. Therefore, safe use of flammable and combustible liquids during fueling and maintenance operations is emphasized. Availability of portable Class B:C-rated fire extinguishers for prompt control or suppression of incipient fires is required.

  SECTION 2001—GENERAL

  2001.1 Scope. Airports, heliports, helistops and aircraft hangars shall be in accordance with this chapter.

  2001.2 Regulations not covered. Regulations not specifically contained herein pertaining to airports, aircraft maintenance, aircraft hangars and appurtenant operations shall be in accordance with nationally recognized standards.

• CFC § 2004.3 High relevance — show source text

  Aviation Facilities (see Aircraft-Related Occupancies, Fire Protection for) Chapter 20 Cleaning parts 2004.3 Combustible storage 2003.6 Dispensing hoses and nozzles 2006.3.3 Dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids 2003.5 Fire protection 914.8 Fueling and defueling 2006 Portable fire extinguishers 2005 Radar equipment 2006.21

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  Defined 202

  Cellulose Nitrate Motion Picture Film

  105.5.6, 306 Cellulose Nitrate Plastics

  [see Pyroxylin (Cellulose Nitrate) Plastics] Certification of Service Personnel Automatic fire-extinguishing systems 904.1.1 Portable fire extinguishers 906.2.1 Change of Occupancy 102.3 Defined 202 Change of Use 102.3 Chimney Defined 202 Factory-built 605.2.1.4 Masonry 605.2.1.1 Metal 605.2.1.2

  Christmas Tree (see Decorative Vegetation) Chutes, Rubbish and Linen 903.2.11.2 Classification

  Aerosols 5103 Commodity 3203 Dry cleaning plants and systems 2103.2 Dry cleaning solvent or liquid 202, 2103.1

  Flammable and combustible liquids 202

  Floor finish materials 804.3.1

  Hazardous materials 5001.2

  Occupancy 202 Refrigerant 608.4 Clean Agent 202, 904.10 Cleaning Cooking equipment 606.3.3 Flammable liquids used for 2004.3 Piping 3309.2.1 Powder coating 2406.5.1 Repair garages 2311.2.1 Tanks 5706.7.2 Tire rebuilding buffing areas 3403.3 Clearance Storage to ceiling or sprinklers 315.3.1, 903.3.3, 5704.3.5.3

  Closed Container 5505.5.2

  Defined 202

  Closed System 202, 5705.3.7.6 Clothes Dryer Exhaust Ducts 610 CNG Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities 2308 Code Compliance Agency 103 Cold Deck 202, 2806.2 College and University Buildings, Group R-2 403.9.2.1, Table 405.3, 907.2.9.3 Combustible Dust 202, Chapter 22, Table 5003.1.1(1) Combustible Dust-Producing Operations Chapter 22 Dust collection systems 2203.3.1 Dust explosion prevention 2203 Dust explosion screening test 2204 Housekeeping 2203.5 Permit 105.5.7 Sources of ignition 2203.4 Standards 2205

  Training 2203.8 Combustible Fibers Chapter 37

• CFC § 1207 High relevance — show source text

  The criteria in Chapter 10 regulating the design of the means of egress system are established as the primary method for protection of occupants by allowing timely relocation or evacuation. Both prescriptive and performance language is utilized for determination of a safe exiting system. It addresses all portions of the means of egress system (i.e., exit access, exits and exit discharge) and includes design requirements as well as provisions regulating individual components. The requirements detail the size, arrangement, number and protection of means of egress components. The means of egress protection requirements work in coordination with other sections of the code, such as protection of vertical openings (see Chapter 7 of the CBC), interior finish (see Chapter 8 of the CBC), fire suppression and detection systems (see Chapter 9) and numerous others, all having an impact on life safety. Chapter 10 of the CBC is duplicated in Chapter 10 of the CFC; however, the CFC contains one additional section on the maintenance of the means of egress system in existing buildings.

  Chapter 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings

  Chapter 11 applies to existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of the code and intends to provide a minimum degree of fire and life safety to persons occupying existing buildings by providing for retroactive requirements to install or upgrade fire safety features to such buildings that do not comply with the minimum requirements of the CBC. Prior to the 2009 edition, its content existed in the CFC but in a random manner that was neither efficient nor user-friendly. In the 2007/2008 International Code Council (ICC) code development cycle, a code change (F294-07/ 08) was approved that consolidated the retroactive elements of CFC into a single chapter for easier and more efficient reference and application to existing buildings.

  Chapter 12 Energy Systems

  Chapter 12 addresses any provisions related to energy systems found in the CFC. The expansion of such energy systems is related to meeting today’s energy, environmental and economic challenges. Ensuring appropriate criteria to address the safety of such systems in building and fire codes is an important part of protecting the public at large, building occupants and emergency responders. These requirements also facilitate the successful implementation of new technologies.

  All text in Section 1207 of the 2024 CFC with the following designation (Material based on NFPA 855 2023 Ed.) is reproduced with permission from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and is based upon NFPA 855, Standard for the Installation of Station- ary Energy Storage Systems, Copyright © 2023 NFPA. All designated text is either directly copied from the 2023 edition of NFPA 855 or as modified by the ICC Code Development Process. This material is not the complete and official position of NFPA on the referenced subject, which is represented solely by the standard in its entirety. NFPA shall not be responsible for the manner in which this information is presented, nor for any interpretations thereof.

  Chapters 13 through 19 Reserved for future use.

  PART IV—SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES AND OPERATIONS

  Chapter 20 Aviation Facilities

  Chapter 20 specifies minimum requirements for the fire-safe operation of airports, heliports and helistops. The principal nonflight operational hazards associated with aviation involve fuel, facilities and operations. Therefore, safe use of flammable and combustible liquids during fueling and maintenance operations is emphasized. Availability of portable Class B:C-rated fire extinguishers for prompt control or suppression of incipient fires is required.

  Chapter 21 Dry Cleaning

• CFC § 903.2.1 High relevance — show source text

  Group A 903.2.1, 1103.5.1 Group B 903.2.2.1 Group E 903.2.3 Group F-1 903.2.4 Group H 903.2.5 Group I 903.2.6, 1103.5.2, 1103.5.3 Group M 903.2.7 Group R 903.2.8 Group S-1 903.2.9 Group S-2 903.2.10 Hazardous exhaust ducts 903.2.11.4 High-piled storage 903.2.7.1 Hose threads 903.3.6

  Installation requirements 903.3 Kitchen exhaust hood and ducts

  systems 903.2.11.5 Limited area 903.3.8

  Monitoring 903.4.1 NFPA 13 sprinkler systems 903.3.1.1 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems 903.3.1.2 Open-ended corridors 903.3.1.2.2 Pyroxylin plastics 903.2.5.3, 1103.5.5 Repair garages 903.2.9.1 Retroactive requirements 1103.5, Appendix M Riser rooms 901.4.7

  Rubbish and linen chutes 903.2.11.2 Secondary water supply 914.3.2 Spray rooms 2404.6 Vertical water supply zone 914.3.1.1.1, 914.3.1.1.2

  Water supplies 903.3.5 Windowless stories 903.2.11.1 Woodworking operations 903.2.4.1 Zones 907.6.4 Automatic Sprinklers Defined 202 Early Suppression Fast Response (ESFR) 910.2, Table 3206.2, Table 3208.3, Table 5104.3.2.2, 5104.4.3 Obstructions to discharge 315.3.1, 903.3.3 Quick response (QR) 903.3.2, Table 5704.3.6.3(5) Residential 903.3.2 Automatic Water Mist System 202, 904.11 Automobile Undercoating (see Spray Finishing) Automotive Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facility 202, Chapter 23 Average Ambient Sound Level 907.5.2.1.1 Defined 202

  Aviation Facilities (see Aircraft-Related Occupancies, Fire Protection for) Chapter 20 Cleaning parts 2004.3 Combustible storage 2003.6 Dispensing hoses and nozzles 2006.3.3 Dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids 2003.5 Fire protection 914.8 Fueling and defueling 2006 Portable fire extinguishers 2005 Radar equipment 2006.21

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  Defined 202

  Cellulose Nitrate Motion Picture Film

  105.5.6, 306 Cellulose Nitrate Plastics

• CFC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

  1202 Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-3

  1203 Emergency and Standby Power Systems. . . . . . . . . 12-3 1204 Portable Generators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-6

  1205 Solar Photovoltaic Power Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-6 1206 Stationary Fuel Cell Power Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-9 1207 Electrical Energy Storage Systems (ESS) . . . . . . . .12-10

  CHAPTERS 13–19 RESERVED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-1

  CHAPTER 20 AVIATION FACILITIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-3

  2001 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3

  2002 Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3

  2003 General Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3

  2004 Aircraft Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3

  2005 Portable Fire Extinguishers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-4 2006 Aircraft Fueling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-4 2007 Helistops and Heliports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-9

  CHAPTER 21 DRY CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-3

  2101 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-3

  2102 Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-3

  2103 Classifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-3

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  2006.12 Aircraft engines and heaters. Operation of aircraft onboard engines and combustion heaters shall be terminated prior to commencing fuel-servicing operations and shall remain off until the fuel-servicing operation is completed.

  Exception: In an emergency, a single jet engine is allowed to be operated during fuel servicing where all of the following conditions are met:

  1. The emergency shall have resulted from an onboard failure of the aircraft’s auxiliary power unit.
  2. Restoration of auxiliary power to the aircraft by ground support services is not available.
  3. The engine to be operated is either at the rear of the aircraft or on the opposite side of the aircraft from the fuel-servicing operation.
  4. The emergency operation is in accordance with a written procedure approved by the fire code official.

  2006.13 Vehicle and equipment restrictions. During aircraft-fueling operations, only the equipment actively involved in the fueling operation is allowed within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of the aircraft being fueled. Other equipment shall be prohibited in this area until the fueling operation is complete.

  A clear space of not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be maintained between aircraft fuel-system vent openings and any part or portion of aircraft-servicing vehicles or equipment.

  Exception: Aircraft-fueling operations utilizing single-point refueling with a sealed, mechanically locked fuel line connection and the fuel is not a Class I flammable liquid.

  2006.13.1 Overwing fueling. Vehicles or equipment shall not be allowed beneath the trailing edge of the wing when aircraft fueling takes place over the wing and the aircraft fuel-system vents are located on the upper surface of the wing.

  2006.14 Electrical equipment. Electrical equipment, including but not limited to, battery chargers, ground or auxiliary power units, fans, compressors or tools, shall not be operated, nor shall they be connected or disconnected from their power source, during fuelservicing operations.

  2006.14.1 Other equipment. Electrical or other spark-producing equipment shall not be used within 10 feet (3048 mm) of fueling equipment, aircraft fill or vent points, or spill areas unless that equipment is intrinsically safe and approved for use in an explosive atmosphere.

  2006.15 Open flames. Open flames and open-flame devices are prohibited within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of any aircraft fuel-servicing operation or fueling equipment.

  2006.15.1 Other areas. The fire code official is authorized to establish other locations where open flames and open-flame devices are prohibited.

  2006.15.2 Matches and lighters. Personnel assigned to and engaged in fuel-servicing operations shall not carry matches or lighters on or about their person. Matches or lighters shall be prohibited in, on or about aircraft-fueling equipment.

  2006.16 Lightning procedures. The fire code official is authorized to require the airport authority and the fueling-system operator to establish written procedures to follow when lightning flashes are detected on or near the airport. These procedures shall establish criteria for the suspension and resumption of aircraft-fueling operations.

  2006.17 Fuel-transfer locations. Aircraft fuel-transfer operations shall be prohibited indoors.

• CFC § 2006.17 Medium relevance — show source text

  2006.17 Fuel-transfer locations. Aircraft fuel-transfer operations shall be prohibited indoors.

  Exception: In aircraft hangars built in accordance with the provisions of the California Building Code for Group F-1 occupancies, aircraft fuel-transfer operations are allowed where either of the following conditions exist:

  1. Necessary to accomplish aircraft fuel-system maintenance operations. Such operations shall be performed in accordance with nationally recognized standards.
  2. The fuel being used has a flash point greater than 100°F (37.8°C).

  2006.17.1 Position of aircraft. Aircraft being fueled shall be positioned such that any fuel system vents and other fuel tank openings are not less than:

  1. Twenty-five feet (7620 mm) from buildings or structures other than jet bridges.
  2. Fifty feet (15 240 mm) from air intake vents for boiler, heater or incinerator rooms.

  2006.17.2 Fire equipment access. Access for fire service equipment to aircraft shall be maintained during fuel-servicing operations.

  2006.18 Defueling operations. The requirements for fueling operations contained in this section shall also apply to aircraft defueling operations. Additional procedures shall be established by the fueling-system operator to prevent overfilling of the tank vehicle used in the defueling operation.

  2006.19 Maintenance of aircraft-fueling hose. Aircraft-fueling hoses shall be maintained in accordance with Sections 2006.19.1 through 2006.19.4.

  2006.19.1 Inspections. Hoses used to fuel or defuel aircraft shall be inspected periodically to ensure their serviceability and suitability for continued service. The fuel service operator shall maintain records of all tests and inspections performed on fueling hoses. Hoses found to be defective or otherwise damaged shall be immediately removed from service.

  2006.19.1.1 Daily inspection. Each hose shall be inspected daily. This inspection shall include a complete visual scan of the exterior for evidence of damage, blistering or leakage. Each coupling shall be inspected for evidence of leaks, slippage or misalignment.

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  2006.19.1.2 Monthly inspection. A more thorough inspection, including pressure testing, shall be accomplished for each hose on a monthly basis. This inspection shall include examination of the fuel delivery inlet screen for rubber particles, which indicates problems with the hose lining.

  2006.19.2 Damaged hose. Hose that has been subjected to severe abuse shall be immediately removed from service. Such hoses shall be hydrostatically tested prior to being returned to service.

  2006.19.3 Repairing hose. Hoses are allowed to be repaired by removing the damaged portion and recoupling the undamaged end. When recoupling hoses, only couplings designed and approved for the size and type of hose in question shall be used. Hoses repaired in this manner shall be visually inspected and hydrostatically tested prior to being placed back in service.

  2006.19.4 New hose. New hose shall be visually inspected prior to being placed into service.

  2006.20 Aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles parking. Unattended aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles shall be parked in areas that provide for both the unencumbered dispersal of vehicles in the event of an emergency and the control of leakage such that adjacent buildings and storm drains are not contaminated by leaking fuel.

• CFC § 707.1 Medium relevance — show source text

  Maintenance 707.1 Drainage Control 2903.10, 2905.3, 5004.2.2.6, 5705.3.8.1, 5706.2.6, 5706.4.9 Drains Dip-tank bottom 2405.3.2 Exhaust duct sprinkler system 2703.10.4.4.3 HPM liquids 2705.2.3.3 Magazines 5604.6.1 Outdoor cryogenic fluid storage containers 5504.3.1.1.5

  Portable containers 5504.3.1.2.3 Draperies 807.2, 1032.6 Drilling, Well 5706.3 Dry Cleaning Chapter 21 Classifications 2103.1

  Defined 202

  Fire protection 2108 Permit 105.5.13 Requirements, general 2104 Requirements, operating 2105 Solvent or liquid classifications 202 Spotting and pretreating 2106 Systems 2107 Dry Cleaning Plant 202 Dry Cleaning Room 202 Dry-Chemical Extinguishing Agent Defined 202 Drying Apparatus 2404.8.1.2 Drying Ovens (see Industrial Ovens) Drying Rooms 914.10 Duct Smoke Detectors 907.3.1

  Dumpsters 304.3 Dust Collection 3703.5, 5906.5.3 Dust Explosion Hazards Chapter 22, 2803 Explosion venting 2803.2.1

  Early Suppression Fast-Response Sprinkler (ESFR) (see Automatic Sprinklers) Education Occupancy (Group E) 203 Alarms and detection 907.2.3 Means of egress Aisles 1018.2, 1018.5 Corridors 1020.3, 1020.2 Locking 1010.2.12, 1010.2.7 Panic hardware 1010.2.8

  Stairways, exit access 1019 Travel distance 1017.2, 1006.3.3,

  1006.2.1

  Sprinklers 903.2.3 Egress (see Means of Egress) Electrical Equipment 603 Aviation facilities 2006.14 Dust-producing machines 5906.5.5 Signs 603.4.1, 1207.4.8 Work space and clearance 603.4 Workstations in HPM facilities

  2703.7.2

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  Energy Storage System (ESS) 202, 1207 Cabinets 1207.4.10, 1207.4.8, 1207.6.3 Commissioning, decommissioning, operation and maintenance 202, 1207.2

  Fire remediation 1207.1.8 Hazard mitigation analysis 1207.1.6 Large-scale fire test 1207.1.7 Mobile ESS 202, 1207.1, 1207.1.2,

• CFC § 20-5 Medium relevance — show source text

  Exception: Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be allowed to be located under aircraft wings during underwing fueling of turbineengine powered aircraft.

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  2006.5.1.1 Fueling vehicle egress. A clear path shall be maintained for aircraft-fueling vehicles to provide for prompt and timely egress from the fueling area.

  2006.5.1.2 Aircraft vent openings. A clear space of not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be maintained between aircraft fuelsystem vent openings and any part or portion of an aircraft-fueling vehicle.

  2006.5.1.3 Parking. Prior to leaving the cab, the aircraft-fueling vehicle operator shall ensure that the parking brake has been set. Not less than two chock blocks not less than 5 inches by 5 inches by 12 inches (127 mm by 127 mm by 305 mm) in size and dished to fit the contour of the tires shall be utilized and positioned in such a manner as to preclude movement of the vehicle in any direction.

  2006.5.2 Electrical bonding. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be electrically bonded to the aircraft being fueled or defueled. Bonding connections shall be made prior to making fueling connections and shall not be disconnected until the fuel-transfer operations are completed and the fueling connections have been removed.

  Where a hydrant service vehicle or cart is used for fueling, the hydrant coupler shall be connected to the hydrant system prior to bonding the fueling equipment to the aircraft.

  2006.5.2.1 Conductive hose. In addition to the bonding cable required by Section 2006.5.2, conductive hose shall be used for all fueling operations.

  2006.5.2.2 Bonding conductors on transfer nozzles. Transfer nozzles shall be equipped with approved bonding conductors that shall be clipped or otherwise positively engaged with the bonding attachment provided on the aircraft adjacent to the fuel tank cap prior to removal of the cap.

  Exception: In the case of overwing fueling where an appropriate bonding attachment adjacent to the fuel fill port has not been provided on the aircraft, the fueling operator shall touch the fuel tank cap with the nozzle spout prior to removal of the cap. The nozzle shall be kept in contact with the fill port until fueling is completed.

  2006.5.2.3 Funnels. Where required, metal funnels are allowed to be used during fueling operations. Direct contact between the fueling receptacle, the funnel and the fueling nozzle shall be maintained during the fueling operation.

  2006.5.3 Training. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be attended and operated only by persons instructed in methods of proper use and operation and who are qualified to use such fueling vehicles in accordance with minimum safety requirements.

  2006.5.3.1 Fueling hazards. Fuel-servicing personnel shall know and understand the hazards associated with each type of fuel dispensed by the airport fueling-system operator.

  2006.5.3.2 Fire safety training. Employees of fuel agents who fuel aircraft, accept fuel shipments or otherwise handle fuel shall receive approved fire safety training.

  2006.5.3.2.1 Fire extinguisher training. Fuel-servicing personnel shall receive approved training in the operation of fireextinguishing equipment.

• CFC § 2006.6.3 Medium relevance — show source text

  2006.6.3 Determining cause. Prior to reestablishment of normal fuel flow, the cause of fuel shutoff conditions shall be determined and corrected.

  2006.6.4 Testing. Emergency fuel shutoff devices shall be operationally tested at intervals not exceeding three months. The fueling-system operator shall maintain testing records.

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  2006.7 Protection of hoses. Before an aircraft-fueling vehicle is moved, fuel-transfer hoses shall be properly placed on the approved reel or in the compartment provided, or stored on the top decking of the fueling vehicle if proper height rail is provided for security and protection of such equipment. Fuel-transfer hose shall not be looped or draped over any part of the fueling vehicle, except as herein provided. Fuel-transfer hose shall not be dragged when such fueling vehicle is moved from one fueling position to another.

  2006.8 Loading and unloading. Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall be loaded only at an approved loading rack. Such loading racks shall be in accordance with Section 5706.5.1.12.

  Exceptions:

  1. Aircraft-refueling units are allowed to be loaded from the fuel tanks of an aircraft during defueling operations.
  2. Fuel transfer between tank vehicles is allowed to be performed in accordance with Section 5706.6 where the operation is not less than 200 feet (60 960 mm) from an aircraft.

  The fuel cargo of such units shall be unloaded only by approved transfer apparatus into the fuel tanks of aircraft, underground storage tanks or approved gravity storage tanks.

  2006.9 Passengers. Passenger traffic is allowed during the time fuel-transfer operations are in progress, provided that the following provisions are strictly enforced by the owner of the aircraft or the owner’s authorized employee:

  1. Smoking and producing an open flame in the cabin of the aircraft or the outside thereof within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of such aircraft shall be prohibited.

  A qualified employee of the aircraft owner shall be responsible for seeing that the passengers are not allowed to smoke when remaining aboard the aircraft or while going across the ramp from the gate to such aircraft, or vice versa. 2. Passengers shall not be permitted to linger about the plane, but shall proceed directly between the loading gate and the aircraft.

  3. Passenger loading stands or walkways shall be left in loading position until all fuel-transfer operations are completed.
  4. Fuel-transfer operations shall not be performed on the main exit side of any aircraft containing passengers except when the owner of such aircraft or a capable and qualified employee of such owner remains inside the aircraft to direct and assist the escape of such passengers through regular and emergency exits in the event fire should occur during fuel-transfer operations.

  2006.10 Sources of ignition. Smoking and producing open flames within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of a point where fuel is being transferred shall be prohibited. Electrical and motor-driven devices shall not be connected to or disconnected from an aircraft at any time fueling operations are in progress on such aircraft.

  2006.11 Fuel spill prevention and procedures. Fuel spill prevention and the procedures for handling spills shall comply with Sections 2006.11.1 through 2006.11.7.

  2006.11.1 Fuel-servicing equipment maintenance. Aircraft fuel-servicing equipment shall be maintained and kept free from leaks. Fuel-servicing equipment that malfunctions or leaks shall not be continued in service.