j. patrick miller, nat'l assn. of rocketry, ix

Report of the Committee on

Pyrotechnics

G. Harry Stine, Chair Phoenix, AZ

Rep. Nat'l Assoc. of Rocketry

Kenneth L. Kosanke, Secretary Pyrolabs, CO

Dane Boles, Quest Aerospace Education, Inc., AZ Maurice Cardinal, NJ Fireworks Mfg CO., MD

Rep. American Pyrotechnics Assn. Jose R.Colon, CT Dept. of Public Safety, CT

Rep. Fire Marshals Assn. of North America John A. Conkling, Chestertown, MD Randall W. A. Davidson, Risk Int I Inc./USITT, CA John G. Degenkolb, Carson City, NV

Rep. Alliance of Motion Picture & Television Producers Thomas DeWille, Luna Tech Inc., AL Vernon Fates, Canon City, CO Gary A. Fadorsen, Pyrotech Int'l Inc., OH Felix J. Grucci, Jr., Fireworks by Grucci, Inc., NY Lansden E. Hill, E. E. Hill & Son, lnc./Pyro Shows, TN ~of~ndJj.lb~og~n~R,e~lYitC:~.~k~?cP(~ovement Dislyict, FL

Rep.. Pyrotechnics Guild Int'l Leslie W. Ledogar, US Aerials, Inc., AL Duane B. Mauhews, State of CA, Dept. of Consumer Affairs, CA Donald F. McCaulley, Falls Church, VA LarryJ. McCune, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms, DC Frederick L Mclntyre, FLMc, Inc., MS Dale C. Miller, Falls Church, VA BillyJ. Phillips, Division of State Fire Marshal, OH DavidJ. Pier, MP Assoc., Inc., CA Mary Roberts, Estes Industries, CO Charles E, Rogers, Lancaster, CA

Rep. Tripoli Rocketry Assn., Inc. Gary C. Rosenfield, Industrial Solid Propulsion inc., NV Pamela K. Stout Hunt, Fireworks Productions Int'l Inc., AZ Gerald D. Ward, Bethany Fire & Protection District, IL Rep. NFPA Fire Service Section

Charles Weeth, Skyrockets of LaCrosse, Inc., WI

Alternates

Michael Cartolano, Melrose Pyrotechnics Inc., IN (Air. to P. K. Stout-Hunt)

Ernest F. DeBlasio, Keystone Fireworks Mfg. Co. Inc., PA (Alt. to M. Cardinal)

David Degenkolb, Degenkolb Engineering, NV (Air. toJ. G. Degenkolb)

Tom Foster, Luna Tech Inc., AL (Air. to T. DeWille)

Felix J. (Phil) Grucci, Fireworks by Grucci, Inc., NY (Alt. to F.J. Grucci,Jr.)

Paul C. Hans, P. Hans & CO., AZ (Ah. tO G. C. Rosenfield)

Julle L. Heckman, Keller and Heckman, DC (Alt. to J. A. Conkling)

Bruce E. Kelly, Orem, UT (Alt. to C. E. Rogers)

Dennis Manochio, Saratoga, CA (Alt. to D. Miller)

Jane B. McCaulley, D&J Assoc., Va (Alt. to D. F. McCanlley)

Robert E. Melton, Dallas Fire Dept., TX (Alt. toJ. R. Colon)

J. Patrick Miller, Nat'l Assn. of Rocketry, "IX (Aft. to G. H. Stine)

Thaine Morris, MP Assoc. Inc., CA (Alt. to D.J. Pier)

David S. Shatzer, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms, DC (/kit. to L. M. McCune)

Bill Stine, Quest Aerospace Education, Inc., AZ (Ah. to D. Boles)

Robert Winokur, I_as Vegas, NV (Alt. to B.J. Kosanke)

Nonvoting

Richard Bowes, Canadian Explosives Research Laboratory, Canada (AIt. to E. Contestabile)

Ettore Contestabile, Canadian Explosives Research Laboratory, Canada Glen E. Gardner, US Occupational Safety & Healdl Admin., DC

(Ah to.]. Zucchero) Samuel B. Hall, US Consumer Product Safety Commission, MD James J. Zucchero, US Dept. of Labor, OH

Staff Liaison: Martha H. Curtis

This list represents the membership at the time the Committee was balloted on the text of this edition. Since that time, changes in the membership ma 3 have occurred

Committee Scope: This committee shall have primary responsibility for documents on protection against the fire and life hazards associated with file manufacture, transportation, and storage of fireworks; fireworks used in outdoor displays; pyrotechnics~used before a proximate audience; and the construction, launching and other operation s involving unmanned rockets including the mantffacture of model rocket motors. This committee does not have responsibility for documents on the use of fireworks by the general public.

The Report of the Committee on Pyrotechnics is presented for adoption in '; parts.

Part I of this Report was prepared by file Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics and proposes for adoption amendments to NFPA I 124- 1988, Code for the Manufacture, Transportation, and Storage of Fireworks. NFPA 1124-1988 is published in Volume 7 of the 1993 National Fire Codes and in separate pamphlet form.

Part I of this Report has been submitted to letter ballot of the Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics which consists of 29 voting members. Results of balloting will be found in the Report.

Part II of this Report was prepared by the Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics and proposes for adoption amendments to NFPA 1125- 1988, Code for the Manufacture of Model Rocket Motorg NFPA 1125-1988 is publisbed in Volume 7 of the 1993 National Fire Codes and in separate pamphlet form.

The Committee has also proposed a tide change as follows: "Code for the Manufacture of Model Rocket and High Power Rocket Motors."

Part II of this Report has been submitted to letter ballot of the Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics which consists of 29 voting members. Results of balloting will be found in the Report.

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(Log #GP86) 1124- 1 - (Endre Document): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "laboratory" to "fireworks laboratory ~ wilerever it appears throughout tile Code. SUBSTANTIATION: Use of consistent terminology within the Code that is defined• COMMITYEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 ABSTENTION: Weeth NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF ABSTENTION: WEETH: Tbis partial revision does not provide the industry or

authoriries havingjurisdicrion with enough specific guidance, especially regarding the manufacturing portions of the Code. I was under the impression that the Phoenix meeting had expanded the existing document significantly with proposals from the floor. We have simply melded the sum of the new ATF and DOT regulations into file existing document. Some of the questions that have been raised in the indus~y and

authorities hawngjurisdiction and that we have not been addressed a r e :

1. lfwe are to have labeling requirements on aerial shells in NFPA 1123, wily ,are they not also in NFPA 1124 which is the point in dlle process these can be accomplished? The same with tile flash limits.

2. What are fireworks components? How do they differ from stars? Finished fireworks? Common fireworks? SPFX?

3. What is the difference between display fireworks that are 1.4G or 1.4S and not 1.3G or Common Fireworks? 4. As some items are reclassified to 1.2G (8 in. and above aerial

shells) and to 1.1G (salutes), how will this effect the Code? Sllould we define fireworks on their shipping classification? Or what they really are? Used for?

5. Ifa manufacturer provides his/iler display fireworks with special packaging to be able to ship them as 1.4~S, are theystill display fireworks as defined in this Code? Or are they now Common Fireworks?

6. Are all fireworks that are 1.4S Common Fireworks? Or can it .also be a SPFX item too? Or even display?

7. How should a whistle/candle/gerb/fountain/lance press be set u~? Configured? Operated? Protected?

• How should wtfisde/gerb/fountain drillsbe set np? Configured? Operated? Protected? 9. How manypeople should be in a room where shells are being

filled/pasted? Spiked? Lifted? Chain fiisecL~ 10. Are binary SPFX minutes made at a fireworks manufacm ring

plant? Are they made i a process building? 11. How should flash be mixed? In what? With what? How many

people can be tbere? Where? When? 12. When storing components/chemicals in a process building,

what types can be stored together? What limits? 13. When storing components/chemicals near a process building,

wbat types can be stored together? ~fi/bat limits? 14. How should manufacturing equipment be cleaned? How often?

Where? When? where should the residue go? 15. What kind of fasteners (staples, clamps, clips, hot glue) and

equipment G-m be used to assemble fireworks? 16. What specific communications and plans should be set up with

tile local authorities having jurisdiction in the event of an incident? 17. If there are no limits on consumer fireworks in a process

building, are there limits in SPFX? Components? 18. Is a hobbyist who makes for his own use required to follow

NFPA 1124? 19. What electronic gear be in or near a process building? If so

how should it be set up/configured? 20. Can 1.4G components and 1.4S SPFX be in a storage building?

Or only Common Fireworks? 2i. What is a drying building? How should it be built? Operated?

Limits on time? Quantifies? Compositions? Heat? 22. When fireworks are being moved about, what methods should

be employed? Avoided? We have had over 10 fatalities and numerous injuries at licensed,

fireworks manufacturing and distribution facilities since rile last revision of 1124. It is the duty of this Committee, i[~articularly the manufacturers and special experts, to provide the industry and authorities having jurisdiction with the specific proposals that will rednce these incidents from bappening again, as well as to reduce the confusion that exists as companies invest in new plants ,and equipment, methods and training.

(Log #CPI ) 1124- 2 - (1-1.2): Accept SUBM/TrERa Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 1-1.2 as to read as follows:

1-1.2 Tiffs Code shall not apply to the sale and use of consumer fireworks. SUBSTANTIATION: This action deletes the reference to an NFPA document that no longer exists. COMI~fl'ITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP3) 1124- 3 - (1-1.3): Accept SUBMI'Iq~R: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 1-1.3 to read as follov~s:

1-1.3 This Code shall not apply to the use of display fireworks. (See NFPA 1123, Code for the Outdoor Display of Fireworks.) SUBSTANTIATION: This action limits the scope of this paragraph to display fireworks and corrects the tide of NFPA 1123. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP60) 1124- 4- (1-1.5): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the name of the reference to read:

"See NFPA 1122, Code for Model Rocketry." SUBSTANTIATION: Editorial correction to update the title of NFPA 1122 to reflect its revised title. COMMITYEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITrEE ACTION:


(Log #CP4) 1124- 5 - (1-1.7): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a reference document to 1-1.7 to read:

1-1.7 This code shall not apply to the use of pyrotechnics in file performing arts (See NFPA 1126, Standard for the Use of Pyrotech- nics before a Proximate Audience.) SUBSTANTIATION: This action identifies the name of the new NFPA 1126 standard. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log#CPS) 1124- 6- (1-1.8 (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new 1-1.8 to read:

1-1.8 This Code does not apply to those laboratories covered by NFPA 45, Standard for the Fire Protection of Laboratories Using Chemicals. SUIKS'TANTIATION: This addition is needed to make clear that the requirements for laboratories as defined herein do not apply to non fireworks laboratories. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACq'ION:


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(Log #CPt) 1124. 7 - (1-3 Equivalency): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the description of Equivalency to read as follows:

1-3 Equivalency. Nothing in this standard is intended to prevent the use of systems, methods, or devices of equivalent or superior quality, strengfla, fire resistance, effectiveness, durability, and safety to those prescribed by dais standard, providing technical documentation is submitted to the andlority havingjnrisdiction to demonstrate equivalency, and file system, method, or device is approved for the intended purpose. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with NFPA suggested language. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP7) 1124- 8 - (1-4 Approved): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add an asterisk to the definition of "Approved" and move the "Note" to become appendix material. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance wifll die NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP8) 1124- 9 - (1-4 Authority Having Jurisdiction): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add an asterisk to the definition of "Authority having~lurisdiction" and move the "Note" to become appendix material. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITI~EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: McIntyre, Roberts

(Log #1 ) 1124- 12 - (1-4 Common Fireworks): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Revise definition for Common Fireworks ,as follows:

1. Part A. Replace "may" with "shall" in the third and fifth line of Part (1).

~'. Replace "may be" with "are" in the fifth line of Part (2). c. Replace "may be" with "are" in the third line of Part (4). d. Replace "may contain" with "contains" in the second line of

Part (5). 2. Part B(1) - Replace "may contain" with "contains" in the second

line. 3. Part C(2) - Replace "may" with "shall" in the fourth line. 4. Pa~E. a. Replace "may" with "shall" in the fourth line of Part (1). b. Replace "may" with "shall" in the third and fifth lines of Part

(3). c. Delete the second sentence of Part (4)(0 and rep[ace with

"Containing up to 50 mg of explosive, used to produce a small report." SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in the entire standard caused by the widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, such as the terms "may," "can" and "should." The use of these terms obscures the intent of the standard by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document ,and the

use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation that dds standard sbould undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMrITEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: All the definitions affected by the proposal have been revised by Committee proposals. See the Committee proposal to revise the definition of common

fireworks to become consumer fireworks. See Proposal 1124.14 (Log #CP87). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI0) 1124. 10 - (1-4 Bulk Salute Powder (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Teclmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Bulk Salute Powder as follows:

Bulk Salute Powder. Any amount of salute powder in amounts exceeding I Ib (0.45 kg). SUBSTANTIATION: This definition is needed in order to implement the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms require- merits for these materials. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CPI 5) 1124- 13- (1-4 Common Fireworks): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition for Common Fireworks to read as follows: Common Fireworks. See Consumer Fireworks.

SUBSTANTIATION: This change reflects a change in terminology consistent with dae Department of Transportation definitions. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CPI 1) 1124. 11 - (1-4 Bulk Salutes (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Bulk Salutes as follows:

Bulk Salutes. A collection of salutes or salute components containing more than 2 Ib (0.9 kg) of salute powder, unless the salutes are intermixed with other types of aerial shells such that the ratio of salutes to other types of shells is less than 50 percent. SUBSTANTIATION: This definition is needed in order to implement the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco ,and Firearms requirements for these materials. COMMI'IYFEE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP87) 1124- 14 - (1-4 Consumer Fireworks (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition of Consumer Fireworks as follows:

Consumer Fireworks. (formerly known as "Common Fireworks"). Any small fireworks device designed primarily to produce visible effects by combustion fllat complies wifll file construction, chemical composition, and labeling regulations of die U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, as set forth in Title 16, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 1500 and 1507. Some small devices designed to produce audible effects are included, such as whistling devices, ground devices containing 50 mg or less of explosive composition

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(salute powder), and aerial devices containing 130 mg or less of explosive composition (salute powder) per explosive unit. Con- sumer fireworks are normally classed as Explosives, 1.4G and described as Fireworks, UN 0336 by the U.S. Department of Transportation. See Appendix C. SUBSTANTIATION: This change is necessary for conversion to new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP147) 1124- 15- (1-4 Display Fireworks (New)): Accept SUBMITTEd: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Display Fireworks to read as follows: Display Fireworks (formerly known as "Special Fireworks"). Large

fireworks articles designed to produce visible or audible effects for entertainment purposes by combustion, deflagration, or detonation. This term include, but is not limited to salutes containing more than 130 mg (2 grains) of explosive composition (salute powder), aerial shells containing more than 60 grams of total pyroteclmic and explosive composition, and other display pieces that exceed the limits for classification as "consumer fireworks." Display fireworks are described as Fireworks, UN 0335 and classed as Explosives, 1.3G by the U.S. Department of Transportation. See Appendix C. SUBSTANTIATION: This correction is necessary for conversion to new technology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITYEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMrI'rEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP12) 1124- 16 - (1-4 Electric Match (New)): Accept SUBMITTEd: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Electric Match as follows:

Electric MatdL An electric device containing a small amount of

reyr Otechnic material that ignites when current flows through file ads and is used to initiate the burning of pyrotechnics.

SUBSTANTIATION: Tiffs is correct terminology for these devices and is needed for consistency with other NFPA codes. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI 3) 1124- 17- (1-4 Explosive): Accept SUBMITTEd: Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Explosive* to read as follows:

Explosive.* Any chemical compound, mixture, or device, the primary or common purpose of which is to fimction by explosion. The term includes, but is not limited to, dynamite, black powder, pellet powder, initiating explosives, detonators, safety fuses, squibs, detonating cord, and igniters. The term "explosive" includes any material determined to be within the scope of Title 18, United States Code, Chapter 40, "Importation, Manufacture, Distribution and Storage of Explosive Materialsf and also includes any materials classified as an explosive by the Hazardous Materials Regulations of fide U.S. Department of Transportation. SUBSTANTIATION: This cbange is needed for consistency with new Department of Transportation definitions. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMIaWEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP9) 1124- 18- (1-4 Explosive Composition (New)): Accept SUBMI'IWER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for ~Explosive Composition" as follows:

Explosion Composition. Any chemical compouvd or mixture the p_rtm_ar_y o r _ r i m or common p ..r~.u ose of which. . is to function by ex. plosion.. SUBSTANTIATION: Th,s add,lion ,s necessary for conststency wtdl new Federal Regulations. COMMITrI~ ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON C O M M ~ ACTION:


( Log #CP 14) 1124- 19- (1-4 Fireworks): Accept SUBMITTEd: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of "Fireworks" to read as follows:

Fireworks. Any composition or device for the pnrpose of producing a visible or an audible effect by combustion, deflagration, or detonation, and which meets the definition of "consumer" or "display ~ fireworks as set forth in this code.

Exception No. 1:* Toy caps for use in toy pistols, toy canes, toy guns, and novelties and trick noisemakers are not. considered to be fireworks. See Appendix C.

Exception No. 2: Model rockets and mode rocket motors designed, sold, and used of file purpose of propelling recoverable aero models are not considered to be fireworks. (See NFPA 1 i22, Code for Model Rocketry.) SUBSTANTIATION: Requirements for consumer and display fireworks are instrumental in tiffs code, including current references to the applicable Federal Regulations. Exception No. 3 of this definition was deleted as it is no longer necessary. COMMITrEE ACff'ION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


( Log #CP 19) 1124- 20 - (1-4 Flash Powder): Accept SUBMITtEd: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Flash Powder to read:

Flash Powder. See Salute Powder. SUBSTANTIATION: This definition is no longer used in the code. See definition for Salute Powder. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP20) 1124- 21 - (1-4 Higilway): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Higilway to read as follows:

Highway. Any public street, public alley, or public road. SUBSTANTIATION: Consistency with defimtic*n used in other NFPA pyrotechnic and explosive materials cod~;. COMM]TrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMYUI'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI 8) I 124- 22 - (1-4 Laboratory): Accept SUBMITTEd: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise definition for "l.aborator)t' to become "Fireworks Laboratory" to read as follows:

Fireworks Laboratory. Any building used for (:heroical and physical analysis, and tile testing of fireworks, fireworks components, or

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pyrotechnic compositions; providing fllat fl~e tot,'d amount of pyrotechnic compositions contained dlerein does not exceed 10 Ib (4.5 kg) and the total salute powder contained therein does not exceed 0.5 Ib (0.23 kg), and providing that all fireworks and pyrotechnic composition is properly stored when not in use. SUBSTANTIATION: The special characteristics of a fireworks lahoratory need to be defined so fllat file special requirements can be included in the code. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NEGATIVE: Ledogar NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: LEDOGAR: 1 object to Proposal 1124-22 (Log #CPI 8), Article/

Secdon 1-4 Laboratory for the following reason: I specifically object to file phrase "testing of fireworks, fireworks

components, or pyrotechnic components." Testing ,any item, even if the item is designed for indoor use is unsafe inside any building which has been used to mix loose powders because of die buildup of flammable dust in dlat building during mixing. Under die new definition of "Fireworks Laboratory,' it is my understanding flint mixing of loose powders is permitted. Regardless of how clean and neat tile building is, there is no practical way to remove all of die dust, and thus the fire hazard. I would not object to testing in a silo or some oilier such building that is reserved solely for fllat purpose. My suggestion is to delete the objectionable phr~e from this section, and address testing is a separate section.

( Log #CP21 ) 11244 23 - (1-4 Listed): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Add an asterisk and move dae note for Listed to die Appendix. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITFEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNEr): Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP22) 1124- 24 - (1.4 Magazine): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise definition of "Magazine" to read follows:

Magazine. Any building, structure or container used exclusively for the storage of explosive materials and which meets die requirements of Chapter 3. SUBSTANTIATION: Alternate construction possibilities need to be addressed for completeness. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETI_IRNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP23) 1124- 25- (1-4 Mechmfical Building (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Mechanical Building to read as follows:

Mechanical Building. A building that contains mechanical, electrical, air conditioning or other equipment and usually is connected to a process or nonprocess building. A mechanical building is intended to be an unoccupied building. SUBSTANTIATION: This definition was added for clarification of the implementation of dae document. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP24) 11244 26 - (1-4 Nonprocess Building and NOTE (New)): Accept SUBMI'ITER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a NOTE and revise tile definition of "Nonprocess Building" to read:

Nonprocess Building. Any office building, warehouse, or odler building in a fireworks plant where no fireworks, pyrotechnic compositions, or explosive compositions areprocessed or stored.

NOTE: A fireworks laboratory is also considered to be a nonprocess building, but it is subject to file required separation distances for a process building. SUBSTANTIATION: The addition of the note is needed to clarify the status of fireworks at laboratories at fireworks mantffacturing facilities. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP63) 1124- 27 - (1-4 Novelties and Trick Noisemakers): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Novelties and Trick Noisemakers to read: Novelties and Trick Noisemakers. Small devices containing limited

amounts of pyrotechnic explosive or composition that produce a visible or audible effect. See Appendix C. SUBSTANTIATION: Tiffs definitions is needed to be consistent wifll the chan es in terminology used in the Federal Re lations COMMITI'E~ACTION:~. Accept. gu . NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI 7) 1124- 28 - (1-4 Process Building): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: In file definition of Process Building, change die word "common" to "consumer." SUBSTANTIATION: This change reflects a consistency widl the change in terminology in file Department of Transportation regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: McIntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP26) 1124- 29 - (1-4 Pyrotechnic Composition): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete "and without explosion". SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee Intent. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #GP65) 11244 30 - (1-4 Salute): Accept SLIBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "special" to "display". SUBSTANTIATION: Consistencywidl terminology change in die Department of Transportation regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP66) I 124- 31 - (1-4 Salute Powder): Accept SUBMIT'rER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Salute Powder to read: Salute Powder. An explosive composition which makes a loud

report when ignited and constitutes the sole pyrotechnic mixture in a salute. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee changes have been made to be consistent with terminology used in this Code. COMMIITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP16) 1124- 32 - (1-4 Shipping Building): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: In the definition of Shipping Building, change the word "special" to "display". SUBSTANTIATION: This change reflects a consistency widl the change terminology in the Department of Transportation regulations. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #2) 1124- 33 - (1-4 Should, Theatrical Flash Powder, and Unoccupied Building): Accept in Principle in Part SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Revise text as follows:

1. Should- delete entire definition. 2. Theatrical Flash Powder - replace "may produce" with "pro-

duces" in the fifd~ line. 3. Unoccupied Building - replace "may be" with "is one that is" in

the dfird line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in the entire standard caused by die widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, such as the terms "may," "can" and "should. ~ The use of these terms obscures the intent of the standard by not clearly stating d~e requirements for die standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the

use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept in Principle in Part.

1. Reject. 2. Accept in Principle. Theatrical flash powder definition was

deleted. 3. Accept in Principle. Unoccupied building definition was

revised. COMMITrEE STATEMENT: 1. This definition is considered as one of the main NFPA definitions in any document. 2. The definition of Theatrical Flash Powder was deleted per

Proposal 1124-38 (Log #CP71). 3. See revised definition for unoccupied building in the Commit-

tee Action and Committee Statement on Proposal 1124-39 (Log #GP72).

These actions were taken to conform with the NFPA Manual of Style. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


SUBSTANTIATION: This correction is necessary for conversion to new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP68) 1124- 35 - (1-4 Squib): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechlaics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the definition of Squib. SUBSTANTIATION: This deletion corresponds to the correction of terminology for dlese devices to electric match and is needed for consistency with odaer NFPA Codes. COMMrrrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON C O M M ~ ACTION:


(Log #CP32) 1124- 36- (1-4 Stars (New)): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Stars to read ,as follows:

Stars. Small masses of pyrotechnic compounds that are projected from aerial shells, mines, or roman candles. Stars burn while in the

color or streamer effects. ANTIATION: This definition is needed to define the term

used in dais code and for consistency with other NFPA codes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP33) 1124- 37 - (1-4 Storage Building): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Storage Building to read as follows: Any building, structure, or facility in which consumer fireworks

(formerly common fireworks) in any state of processing are stored, but in wbich no processing or manufacturing is actually performed. SUBSTANTIATION: This correction is necessary for conversion to new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP71) 1124- 38 - (1-4 Theatrical Flash Powder): Accept SUBMITTER: Tecimical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete tile definition of Theatrical Flash Powder. SUBSTANTIATION: This definition is no longer used in the code. See definition for Salute powder. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 99 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP30) 1124- 34 - (1-4 Special Fireworks (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Special Fireworks to read: Special Fireworks. See Display Fireworks.

(Log #CP72) 1124- 39 - (1-4 Unoccupied Building): Accept SUBMrrYER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Unoccupied Building to read as follows: Unoccupied Building. Any building that is normally unoccupied

during file entire daily period of operations of the facility. An

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unoccupied building can be used for long term storage of materials acceptable to die authority having jurisdiction provided dlat no fireworks or pyrotechnic composition is stored within die building. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarificationof Committee intent. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITrEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETU'RNEI-): Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP?,6) 1124- 40 - ( 1.4 Warehouse): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise die definition of Warehouse to read: Warehouse. Any building or structure used exclusively for tile

storage of non-explosive materials. SUBSTANTIATION: This change is needed to clarify die committee's original intention regarding explosive hazards. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP74) i 124. 41 - (2-2.1.2): Accept SUBMITTERa Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete tile word "every" in tile first sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Editorial and clarification of Committee intent. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP75) 1124. 42 - (2-3.1 Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Techrfical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the words "Class C (Common Fireworks) to consumer fireworks." SUBSTANTIATION: This change is necessary for conversion to new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP76) 1124. 43 - (2-3.2 Exception (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add an exception to 2-3.2.6 read as follows:

Exception: Tile Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms does not require d~e reporting of loss of consumer fireworks. SUBSTANTIATION: This clarifies dlat the loss of consumer fireworks is not required to be reported to tile Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP77) 1124. 44 - (2-4 Exception): Accept SUBMI'I~3gR: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: 1. Revise Exception to read:

Exception: Fireworks plants need not comply widl Sections 2-.5, Site Security;, 2-9, Heat, Light ,and Electrical Equipment; 2-11.4.1, Fire and Explosion Prevention and 2-12.4, Fire Protection and Emergency Procedures if they meet all of die following conditions:

(a) only custom fireworks, not for general sale, are mamifactured; (b) not more dlan 5 Ib (2.?, kg) of explosive composition, of which

no more dlan 1/2 Ib (0.2?, kg) can be initiating explosive, is present in any one building at any one time;

(c) all explosive and pyrotechnic compositions are removed to an appropriate storage magazine at die end of each work day. SUBSTANTIATION: The requirement for washing and change facilities, and special requirements for die location of the motor electrical disconnect exceeds die minimum requirement for die very smallest specialty manufacturer meeting d~e conditions stated in d~e exception. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NEGATIVE: Ward NOT RETURNED: Mcintyre, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: WARD: I do not agree widl permitting fireworks plas~ts being

released fi'om due regulations. There are many very good reasons for these regulations.

(Log #CP78) 1124. 45 - (2-5.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-5.1 to read:

2-5.1 All plant buildings containing pyrotechnic composition, explosive composition or fireworks shall be securely locked at die end of file work day or whenever plant personnel are not present to provide security. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent for locking of buildings containing pyrotechnic composition, explosive composition, or fireworks. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #3) 1124. 46 - (Table 2-6.1 Note 3): Accept SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may" wid~ "shall" in the d~ird line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is due lack of clarity in tile entire standard caused by the widespread use of ,permissive and unclear terms, such as die terms "may," "can" and 'should." The use of dlese terms obscures die intent of die standard by not clearly stating die requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language.

This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and die use of permissive terms jeopardizes die enforceability of tile standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation dlat dlis standard should undergo a review wit1 tile goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMrITEE ACTION: Accept. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-47 (Log OCP79). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP79) 1124. 47 - (Table 2-6.1 and Notes): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Table 2-6.1 and notes as follows:

Table 2-6.1 Minimum Separation Distances Between Fireworks Plant Buildlngs 1

Net Weight o f F'mreworks (1)

Distance Between Process Buildin~ and Areas, and Between "Process and Non-process Buildings & Areas

Over Not Over in-Process Dtsptay F ' ~ s (2,s)

In-Process Consum~..r Fn'eworks (4) and lCh'eworks laboratories

0 100 200 300 400 500

Ib

>2000 >300O >4000 >5000

100 200 300 400 500 1000

ft ft

57 37 69 37 77 37 85 37 91 37

not permitted (3,4) 37 not permiued (3,4) $7 not permitted (3,4) 48 not pemfitted (3,4) 60 not permitted (~,4) 67

For SI Units: 1 Ib = 0.45 kg: 1 fl = 0.3 m.

NOTE l: NOTE2:

NOTE 3:

NOTE 4:

Net weight is the weight of all pyrotechnic and explosive compositions and fuse only. The distances in this column apply only with barricades including screen type barricades. If barricades are not used, the distances shall be doubled. A maximum of 500 pounds (227 kg) of in-process composition, either loose or in partially-assembled display fireworl~, shall be permiued in any process building or area. Finished display fireworks shall not be stored in a process building. (Refelrence 2 10.2) A maxinmm of 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of salute powder, either in loose form or in assembled units, shall be permitted in any process buildingor area. Quantities in excess of 10 pounds (4.5 kg) shall be kept in an approved magazine.

SUBSTANTIA ,TION: The table headings were improved to clarify the Committee s intent of what separation distance is appropriate for the breakpoints of tile ranges. This should eliminate possible confirsion of appearing to have different distance requirements for the same quantity of material. Fireworks laboratories were added to clarify what separation distances are appropriate for fireworks laboratories at manufacturing facilities. Tile language in the notes was revised to comply with the NFPA Manual o f Style. Tile changes were also made for consistency with Table 2-6.4. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


This s tandard has potential use as a regulatory document ,and file use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceal~ility of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document . It is my recommendat ion that this standard should undergo a review with the goal o f becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle.

In Table 2-6.3, Note 2, the word ~may" was replaced with "shall." COMMI'I ' rEE STATEMENT: See Committee Aotion and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-53 (Log #CP83). The Committee interpreted the submitter 's recommendat ion as applying to Table 2-6.3 Note 2. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP80) 1124- 48 - (2-6.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise tile word "special" to "display" and the word "common" to "consumer". SUBSTANTIATION: These changes ,are necessary for conversion to new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log#5) 1124- 49 - (Table 2-6.2 Note 2): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarall A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may" witii "shall" in the second line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in tile entire standard caused by the widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, such as file terms may," "can" and "should." Tile use of these terms obscures the intent of tile standard by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language.

(Log #4) 1124-50-(Table 2-6.2 Note 4): Accept SUBMITrER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may" with "sh2Jl" in the third line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my commenis is the lack of clarity in tile entire standard caused by the widespread use of i~sermissive and unclear terms, such as the terms "may," "can" and

hould." The use of these terms obscures tile intent of the standard by not clearly stating tile requirements for tile standard in simple mandatory language.

This s tandard has potential use as a regulatory document and file use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of tile standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document . It is my recommendat ion that this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becomi ng a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept COMMITI'EE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-51 (Log #CP81). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP81) 1124- 51 - (Table 2-6.2 and Notes): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Table 2-6.2 and notes as follows:

Table 2-6.2 Minimum Separation Distances of Process Buildings and Areas from Inhabited Buildings, Passenger Railways, Public Highways, Fireworks Plant Magazines and Shipping Buildings, and Storage Buildings for Consumer Fireworks

Distance From Passenger Railways, Public Highways, Fireworks Magazines & Shipping Buildings, Storage Buildings, & inhabited Buildings (3)

of Fireworks Net Weight - (1)

In Process Consumer Fireworks (4,5) Over Not Over In-Process Display Fireworks (2) and Fireworks Laboratories

Ib ft ft

0 100 200 25 100 >1(300 500 200 50

not permitted (4,5) 75 >2000 not permitted (4,5) 100 >3000 not permitted (4,5) 115 >4000 not permitted (4,5) 124 >5000 not permitted ~4,51 130

ForSI lJnits: 1 Ib = 0.45 kg; 1 fl = 0.3 nt.

NOTE 1: NOTE 2:

NOTE 3:

NOTE 4:

NOTE 5:

Net weight is the weight of all pyrotechnic and explosive composifons and fuse only. This table does not apply to the separation distances between process buildings (see Table 2.6.1), between magazines (see Tables 2-6.3 and 2-6.4), and between storage buildings (see Table 2-6.5). The distances in this table apply with or without barricades or screen-type barricades. However, the use of barricades is highly recommended. A maximum of 500 pounds (227 kg) of in-process composition, either loose or in partially-assembled display fireworks, shall be permitted in any process building or area. Finished display fireworks shall not be stored in a process building. A maximmn of 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of salute powder, either in loose form or in .assembled units, shall be permitted in any process building or area. Quantities in excess of 10 pounds (4.5 kg) shall be kept in an approved magazine.

SUBSTANTIATION: The table headings were improved to clarify file Committee 's intent o f what separation distance is appropriate for the breakpoints of die ranges. This should eliminate possible confusion of appearing to have different distance requirements for the same quantity of material. Fireworks laboratories were added to clarify what separation distances are appropriate for fireworks laboratories at manufacturing facilities. The language in dm notes was revised to comply with the NFPA Manual of Style. The changes were also made for consistency with Table 2-6.4. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMI'Iq'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITrEE ACTION:


(Log #CP82) 1124- 52 - (2-6.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-6.3 and add an Exception to read:

2-6.3 Magazines for file storage of display fireworks and components for display fireworks, loose pyrotechnic composition and stars shall be separated from inhabited buildings, passenger railways, public highways, and odmr magazines according to the distances specified in Table 2-6.3. For the purposes of applying this table, a shipping building for display fireworks shall be considered to be a magazine. At a fireworks plant, up to 50 Ib (22.7 kg) of pyrotechnic composition or display fireworks shall be permit ted to be stored in a Type 2 or Type 4 indoor magazine in any process building.

Exception: Magazines for the storage of bulk salute powder and bulk salutes shall comply widl Table 2-6.4. SUBSTANTIATION: This revised language is needed to clarify the storage requirements for loose pyrotechnic composition and stars. By specifically addressing tile use of indoor magazines meeting the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms requirements, plant safety will be improved. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP8S) 1124- 55 - (Table 2-6.3 and Notes): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Table 2.6.3 and notes as follows:

Table 2-6.$ Table of Distances for the Storage of Display Fireworks (Except Salutes) at Fireworks Manufacturing Plants (2,$)

Net Weight of Fireworks (1) Over Not Over

Distance Between Magazine and Inhabited Building, Passenger

Railway, or Public Highway Distamce Between Magazines (4)

Ib ft ft

0 1000 150 100 1000 5000 230 150 5000 - 10,000 ~00 206

above 101000 -Use Table 2-6.4-

For SI Units: 1 Ib = 0AS kg; 1 ft = 0.3 m.

NOTE 1: NOTE 2:

NOTE 5:

NOTE 4:

Net weight is the weight of all pyrotechnic and explosive compositions and fuse only. For fireworks storage magazines in active use prior to the effective date of this code, the distances in this table shall t~ permitted to be halved if earthen barricades are used between the magazine and potential receptor sites. This table does not apply to the storage of bulk salute powder or to the storage of shipping cartons or storage containers containing primarily salutes or salute components. (See Table 2-6.4 for salute powder & salute storage requiremene0. For the purposes of applying this table, the term "magazine" also includes shipping buildings for display fireworks.

SUBSTANTIA ,T ION: The table headings were improved to clarify the Committee s intent of wl~at separation distance is appropriate for the breakpoints of the ranges. This should eliminate possible confusion of appearing to have different distance requirements for the same quanuty of material. The language in tile notes was revised to comply widl d~e NFPA Manual of Style. The changes were also made for consistency with Table 2-6.4. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation lhat tiffs standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. COMMITFEE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-55 (Log #CP84). NUMBER OF COMMITI~E MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 20 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log#6) 1124- 54- (Table 2-6.4 Note 12 and Note 16): Accept SUBMITTER: . S ~ l A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "should" with "shall" in the fourth line of Note 12 and the second line of Note 16. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of charity in die entire standard caused by tile widespre_ad use of ~ermissive and unclear terms, such ,as die terms may, can" and should." The use of these terms obscures die intent of die standard

by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language.

(Log #CP84) 1124- 55 - (Table 2-6.4 and Notes): Accept SUBMIT~ER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Table 2-6.4 and notes as follows:

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Table 2-6.4 Table of Distances for Storage of Bulk Solute Powder and Bulk Solutu (The American Table of Distances is completely reproduced from the American Table of Distances for Storage of Explosives as

revised and approved by the Institute of Makers of Explosives in June of 1991.)

Dimmaces is Feet

4~tanfity of Explmlve

Peuada ]Pmmds Barrl- Uabarri- Over Net Over ¢aded ~7's) ¢ad~l

Pmmmg~ Bin--brays- Pum~ ~ y . w i ~

Public m ~ , ? ~ s T r d ~ Vo/m~ d M ~ ~ d A to D','" ~ S,O00 VehidedDa~ ~'m M.+ip=i~(m

Barrl- Unlmrri- Bard- Unlmrri- Bard- Unbarri- csded ~ ° csded cedea "~Tm caded caded ~7~ ceded

0 5 70 140 5 10 90 180

10 20 110 220 20 30 125 250 50 40 140 280

30 60 51 102 6 12 35 70 64 128 8 16 45 90 81 162 10 20 50 100 93 186 11 22 55 110 103 206 12 24

40 50 150 500 50 75 170 340 75 100 190 380

100 125 200 400 125 150 215 430

60 120 110 220 14 28 70 140 127 254 15 30 75 150 139 278 16 32 80 160 150 300 18 36 85 170 159 318 19 38

150 200 235 470 200 250 255 510 250 300 270 540 300 400 295 590 400 500 520 640

95 190 175 350 21 42 105 210 189 378 23 46 110 220 201 402 24 48 120 240 221 442 27 54 150 260 258 476 29 58

500 600 340 680 600 700 355 710 700 800 375 750 800 900 390 780 900 1,000 400 800

135 270 253 506 31 62 145 290 266 532 32 64 150 500 278 556 33 66 155 310 289 578 35 70 160 320 300 600 36 72

1,000 1.200 425 850 1,200 1,400 450 900 1,400 1,600 470 940 1,600 1,800 490 980 1,800 2,000 505 1,010

165 330 318 636 39 78 170 340 336 672 41 82 175 350 $51 702 43 86 180 360 366 732 44 88 185 870 578 756 45 90

2.000 2,500 545 1.090 2,.500 5.000 580 1,160 S,O00 4.000 635 1,270 4,000 5.000 685 1.370 5,000 6,000 730 1.460

190 380 408 816 49 98 195 590 452 864 52 104 210 420 474 948 58 116 225 450 513 1~26 61 122 235 470 546 1,092 65 130

6,000 7,000 770 1,540 7,000 8,000 800 1,600 8.000 9,000 835 1,670 9,000 10.000 865 1,780

10,000 12,000 875 1,750

245 490 575 1,146 68 136 250 500 600 1~00 72 144 255 510 624 1,248 75 150 260 520 645 1~90 78 156 270 540 687 1,374 82 164

12,000 14.000 885 1,770 14,000 16,000 900 1,800 16,000 18,000 940 1,880 18,000 20.000 975 1,950 20,000 25,000 1,055 2,000

275 550 723 1,446 87 174 280 560 756 1~12 90 180 285 570 786 1,572 94 188 290 580 815 1.626 98 196 315 630 876 1,752 105 210

25.000 30,000 1.130 2,000 50,000 35.000 1.205 2.000 35,000 40,000 1,275 2,000 40,000 45,000 1,340 2.000 45,000 50,000 1,400 2,000

340 680 933 1.866 112 224 360 720 981 1,962 119 238 380 760 1,026 2,000 124 248 400 800 1~68 2,000 129 258 420 340 1,104 2,000 135 270

50,000 55,000 1.460 2,000 55.000 60,000 1,515 2,000 60.000 65,000 1,565 2,000 65,000 70,000 1,610 2,000 70,000 75.000 1,655 2.000

440 880 1.140 2,000 140 280 455 910 1,173 2,000 145 290 470 940 1.206 2,000 150 300 485 970 1,236 2.000 155 310 500 1,000 1,263 2.000 160 520

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Table 24 ,4 (am(ilued)

D i l t u c m ia F u t

Mmm4al~ ~ Inhabited Bu l ld i a~ m

Pmmd~ Pmmds Bah'l- Uaban i - 0 ~ Net Over c~led ~ ' ~ eaded

llmaway~- Publk mghways with

G i n s A to D " tlma S,000 V ~ ? °~m M a ~ m , ~

Bsgti- U s l m s ~ Bsrri- U a b s n i - Bsrri- Uabarri- csded ~ e s d ~ csded ~ csded cad~l ~ ' ~ agted

75,000 80,000 1,695 2,000 80,000 85,000 1,75) 2,000 85,000 90,000 1,760 2,000 90,000 95,000 1,790 2,000 95,000 100,000 1,815 2,000

510 1,029 1,293 2,000 165 330 520 1,040 1,317 2,000 170 340 550 1,060 1,344 2,000 175 350 MO 1,080 1,368 2,000 180 360 545 1,090 1,392 2,000 185 370

100,000 110,000 1,835 2,000 110,000 120,000 1,855 2,000 120,000 130,000 1,875 2,000 130,000 140,000 1,890 2,000 140,000 150,000 1,900 2.000

550 1.100 1,437 2.000 195 390 555 1,110 1,479 9,000 205 410 560 1.120 1,521 2.000 915 430 565 1.130 1,557 2,000 225 450 570 1.140 1,593 2,000 235 470

150,000 160,000 1,935 2.000 160,000 170,000 1,965 2,000 170,000 180.000 1.990 9,000 180,000 190.000 2.010 2.010 190,000 200,000 2,030 2,030

580 1,160 1,629 2,000 245 490 590 1,180 1,662 2,000 255 510 600 1,200 1.695 2,000 265 530 605 1~210 1,725 2,000 275 550 610 1,220 1,755 2.000 285 570

200,000 210,000 2,055 2,055 910,000 950,000 2,100 2,100 230,000 250,000 2,155 2,155 250,000 275,000 2,215 2,215 275,000 $00,000 2,275 2,275

620 1,240 1,789 2,000 295 590 655 1,270 1,856 2,000 315 630 650 1,300 1,890 2,000 335 670 670 1,340 1,950 2,000 360 720 690 1,380 2.000 2,000 $85 770

Numbers in ( ) refer to explanatory note..

Explaamory Note . Eamatial to the Applimtima e t the Americas Table d Distamms for Storage d FAgplmiv~

NOTE h "F_,~d~ve mamiab" meam egilo.ives, blu~qi agent., and detonator~. NOTE 9: W.xpimives" means any chemical compound, mixture, or devico, the primsry or common purpose of which b to 6ruction by exldOlkm. A Hst of explmivm determined to be within the coverage of "18 U~.C. Chapter 40, Importation, Manufacturer, Diatrt2mtion and Storage of Explmive Mate= rials" k P~med at k . ~ m m m ~ by the Director of cheBurmm of Alcohol. Tobacco. and ¥ ~ of the Department uf the Treamry. For quantity and distance purposes, detonming cord of 50 grains per loot should be cal- culated --, equivalem to 8 ro ($3 kg) uf high expio~m per 1.000 ft (306 m). Heavier or lighter core loads should be rated proportionately. NOTE $: "Biuting qenta" means any matedai or mixture, combting of fuel and oxidizer, intended for blasdn K, no¢ otberwi~ de£med as an explo- dye: Provided that the fmhhed product, as mixed for use or shipment, cannot be detonated by meam of a No. 8 test blaming cap when unconfined. NOTE 4: "Detonator" means any device mnmining any initiating or primary expimive that k used for initiating detonation. A detonator may not comain more than ]0 g of total eal~mim by weight, effidudi~g ignidm or delay charg~ Tbe term indud~ but k not limked to. eleark blamlng caps of i:manumeom and dehy types, b~ming cap, for me with ,aety ~ e . . drumm- ing cord delay connecto~ and nondeculc imummm~ and delay NWting capl that me detonating cord. shtr.k robe, m- any other replacemem fro" elec- uk leg win~. All Wpes of demmttors in mengthl threugh No. 8 cap should be rmed at IV2 ~ (.7 kS) of explmives per 1DO0 capL For mength, higber than No, 8 cap, comuk the manufacturer. NOTE 6: "Magazine" means any building, smtcmre, or container, other than an explosives manufacturtn K buildlng, approved for the storage of explmive materiab. NOTE 6: "Natural Barricade" means natural features of the ground, such as halt. or timber of ml~cient demity that the mrroundin8 expmura that require protection cannot be ~mm from the magazine whtm the tree~ are bare of leaves. NOTE 7: "Artificial ~anicade" meam an artificial mound or reverted wall of earth uf a mlnimum thicluma of~ h (0.9 m~ NOTE 8: "Barrkaded" meam the effective screening of a Imilding con- raining expimive mmeriab from the magame or other Imading, railway, or

highway by a natural or an artificial barrier. A straight ilne from the top of any ~ of the buading Conminin s eXF&mive mamial, m the cave line of any magaz/ne or other building or to a point 12 ft (!L7 m) above the cen- ter of a railway or highway shall pass through such barrier. NOTE 9: "Inhabited Building' meam a building regularly occupied in whole or part at a habitation for human beings, or any church. Khool- home. nursed ration, store, or other structure where people are accu,- unn~ to amemhle, except any building or muctore occupied in con- nectiOn with the manufacture, tranJportation, storage, or me of explosive materiab. NOTE 10: "Railway" meant any stream, electric, or .~her railroad or railway that tarries paMengen for hire. NOTE 11: "][-llghway" meam any public street, publlcalley, or ptd3~c road. NOTE 12: When 2 or more stontgo magazines are located on the same property, each magazine must comply with the minimmn diaumces specl/'md from inhabited buadings, railways, and highways, a:nd. in addition, they should be sepmated from each other by not is8 than the distances shown for "Separation of Magazines." except that the quantity of explmive materi- ak comained in detonator magazines shal govern in regard to the spacing of said detonator mgmdnes from magazines containing other explosive mterials. If any 2 or more mg~ines are separated from each other by less than the specified "Separation of Magazines" dktanc~t, then such 2 or more magazines, as a group, must be comidered as 1 n~gazine, and the total quantity of expletive materials stored in such group must be treated as if stored in a single magazine located on the site o/any magazine of the group. and mu*t comply with the minimum of distances spedfied from other mag- a~u~. inhabited tmadinp, railways, and highways. NOTE 13: Storage in enKceu of$O0,O00 lb (136,200 k~) d explo~ve materials in one magazine b generally not required for commercial enterpfism. NOTE 14: This ud~ applies only to the manufacture and permanent storage of commercial expi~lve materiab. It b not appl~lde to transportation of explmives or any handling or temporary storase necemry or incident thereto. It k not intended to apply to boml~, proje:tiles, or other heavily encased e~o,lvm. NOTE 15: When a manufacturing building on an explosive materials plant site i* designed to contain explmive materials, such building shall be located from inhabited buading& public highways, s~nl pauenger railways in accordance with the Amerimn Table of Dmtances tmmd on the maximum quam/ty o f ~ e materials permitted to be in the braiding at one time.

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SUBSTANTIATION: The revision to the tide of the table is needed to be consistent with the definition for Bulk Salute Powder and Bulk Salutes as used in this code. The table was revised (updated) to be consistent with file new equivalent Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms table which includes separation distances for the range of 0-2 pounds of explosive material. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITF-EE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 ABSTENTION: Ward NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF ABSTENTION: WARD: Unable to locate this table to de termine if I agree with it or

[Iot.

(Log #CP46) 1124-56- (Table 2-6.5 and Notes): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Table 2-6.5 and Notes as follows:

Table 2-6.5 Minimum Separalion ~ c e s of Consumer F'wewoAs Storage Buildings [rum Inhabited Buildings, Magadnes, Passenger

Railways, Public l-Ftghways, and Other Storage Buildings

DL$1.snce f rom

Passenger Railways, Distance

Public from l-Hghways Inhabited and O~er nuUdlngs(2)

Storage and Net Weight of F'weworks (1) Buildings (2) Magazlnes (2)

Over Not Over Ib ft ft

0 100 25 50 I00 200 30 60 200 400 35 70 4O0 6OO 40 80 600 800 45 90

800 1,000 50 100 1,000 2000 58 115 2,000 3,000 62 124 3,000 4,O0O 65 130 4,000 5,000 68 135

5,000 6,000 70 139 6,000 8,000 73 140 8,000 10,000 75 150

10,000 15,000 80 159 15,000 20,000 83 165

20,000 30,000 87 174 B0,000 40,000 90 180 40,000 50,000 93 185 50,000 60,000 95 189 C90,000 80,000 98 195

80,000 100,000 100 200 100,000 1 50,000 105 209 150,000 200,000 108 215 200,000 250~000 100 220

For SI Units: 1 lb = 0.45 kg~ 1 ft = 0.3 m.

NOTE l:

NOTE 2:

Net weight is the weight of all pyrotechnic and explosive compositions and fuse only. For consumer fireworks approximately 25 percent of the gross weight of the fireworks will be the net weight of composition and fuse. This table applies only to the storage of consumer fireworks at a fireworks manufacturing planL It is not applicable to the storage of packaged consumer fireworks at retail, wholesale, or distributing facilities.

SUBSTANTIATION: The table headings were improved to clarify the Committee 's intent of what sefhaxation distance is appropriate for the breakpoints of the ranges. This should eliminate possible confusion of appearing to have different distance requirements for the same quantity of material. The language in the notes was revised to comply with the NFPA Manual o f Style. The changes were also made for consistency with Table 2-6.4. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON C o M M r I T E E ACTION:


(Log #CP48) 1194- 57 - (2-6.7 and Note): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: 1. In die first sentence, change file word "must" to "shall".

2. Add a note to this section to read as follows: NOTE: There is no minimum separation distance for magazines or

storage bu i ld ing within a group. SUBSTANTIATION: The clarification provided by the note is necessary to identify alternate building configurations providing equivalent safety. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP49) 1124- 58- (2-6.9 (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotedmics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new 2-6.9 to read as follows:

2-6.9 Fireworks laboratories shall be considered process buildings for the purposes of separation distances.

NOTE: Fireworks laboratories are considered to be nonprocess buildings with respect to other requirements of this code. S ~ A N T I A T I O N : The addition of the note is needed to clarify the status of fireworks laboratories at fireworks manufacturing facilities. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP50) 1124- 59 - (2-7.6): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-7.6 to read as follows:

2-7.6 A means for discharging static shall be provided at the entrance to all mixing, pressing, and loading buildings where exp.osed salute powder is present. All personnel enter ing these buildings shall utilize these means. SUBSTANTIATION: Salute powder represents file most significant static hazard at a fireworks plant and tile use of a static discharging means in other buildings is o f dubious value. COMMI'FrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


( Log #CP51 ) 1124- 60 - (2-8.2(a), (b) Exception, and (c)): Accept SUBM1TTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: 1. In 2-8.2(a), change the word "exits" to "means of egress."

2. In 2-8.2(b) Exception, change the word "exit" to "means of egresS."

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3. Revise 2-8.2(c) to read as follows: (c) Means of egress shall be so located that every point within the

room or undivided floor area is within 25 ft (7.6 m) of a means of egress. The means of egress shall not be obstructed. SUBSTANTIATION: These changes use the current term "means of egress" in place of 'exl t ' . COlVllVllTI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrITEE ACTION:


(Log #CP53) 1124- Ol - (2-9.2.1): Accept SUBMITYEI~ Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-9.2.1 to read as follows:

2-9.2.1 Unit heaters located in buildings which contain exposed explosive or pyrotechnic composition sball be equipped with motors and electrical devices sultable for use in hazardous locations. (See NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.) SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with appropriate terminology used in NFPA 70. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMM1TrEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NEGATIVE: Pier NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: The term "Unit Heater" is used, however there is no

definition what a ~Unit Heater" is.

(Log #CP54) 1124- 62 - (2-9.3): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-9.3 to read as follows:

2-9.3 All wiring, switches, and electrical fixtures in process buildings shall meet the requirements for hazardous locations. (See NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.) SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with appropriate terminology used in NFPA 70. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrF_.E MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NEGATIVE: Pier NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE:

PIER: The requirements for hazardous locations in NFPA 70 are not meant for areas wilere explosives are present. According to the NFPA book entitled "Electrical Installations in Hazardous Locations" by Peter Schramm and Mark Early, third Printing 1993, the authors state that "the presence of pyrophoric materials (Materials that ignite spontaneously in contact with air), such as some phosphorus compounds, very finely divided zirconium powder, and some aluminum alkyi solutions, and the presence of high explosives, such as blasting agents and dynamites, does not mean that an area is classified as a hazardous location in accordance with the definition in the National Electrical Code."

In addition, there is a detailed discussion regarding "Hazardous vs. Classified Locations, ~ "Locatious vs. Area."

Further discussion needs to take place on this topic.

CLog #7) 1124- 63 - (2-9.3.1 Exception): Accept in Principle SUBMITIT..R: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may" with "shall" in the second line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in the entire standard caused by the widesapread use of permissive and unclear terms, sudl as the terms may," "can" and ~should. ~ The use of these terms obscures the intent of the standard by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language.

This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standa/'d. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation th:~t this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. CO M M ~ _ EE ACTION: Accept in' Principle. The word may" was changed to shall be permitt~.~d to."

COMMITIT..E STATEMENT: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. See Committee Action and Committee S~ltement on Proposal 1124-64 (Log #CPI 39). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: The term "Listed ~ is used, however, there is no definition on

what ~Listed* means.

(Log #CP139) 1124- 64 - (2-9.3.1 Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-9.3.1 Exception to read as follows:

Exception: Listed portable lighting equipment shall be permitted to be used during repair operations, provided the area has been cleared of all pyrotechnic or explosive material and all dust or residue has been removed. SUBSTANTIATION: It is inappropriate to limit the means of removal of all dust or residue to only washing. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: The term "Listed" is used, however, there is no definition on

what "Listed" means.

(Log #CP56) 1124- 65 - (2-10.1.1): Accept SuBMrI ' rER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise and renumber 2-10.1.1 as 2-10.2 to read as follows:

1. 2-10.2 The maximum number of occupants and maximum weight of pyrotechnic and explosive compositiow permitted in each process building and in each magazine shall be posted in a conspicuous location in each process building or magazi'ne.

2. Renumber~ubsequent paragraphs to reflect this change. SUBSTANTIATION: This additional requirement is necessary to establish the need for limiting the number of personnel that may be present.

The renumbering was done to conform with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMIIWEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NEGATIVE: Pier NOT RETURNED: Mclnqa'e, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: While the concept is good, there should be language

allowing for the posting to be done outside a building or m a ~ ' n e . In addition, there should be language allowing posting of weight and personnel limits for an Area."

(Log #CP57) 1124- 66 - (2-10.2 and Exception): Accept SUBMITEER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: 1. Renumber 2-10.2 ~ 2-10.3.

2. In the Exception, replace tile word "common" with "consumer". S ~ A N T I A T I O N : This change reflects a change in terminology consistent with the Department of Transportati on regulations. COMMI'VrEE ACTION: Accept.

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(Log #CP58) 1124- 67- (2-10.3 and Note): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: 1. Renumber 2-10.3 as 2-10.4.

2. Replace the word "special" with the word "display" where it appears in 2 places in the paragraph.

S. In the NOTE, replace the word "may" with ~can". SUBSTANTIATION: This change reflects a change in terminology consistent ~ t h the Department of Transportation regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP88) 1124- 68- (2-11.1): Accept SUBMITTEPa TechnicalCommittee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-11.1 to read as follows:

2-11.1 All buildings shall be kept clean and orderly, and dust or rubbish shall be kept to a minimum. SUBSTANTIATION: The former wording was impossible to meet and was unnecessary. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP89) 1124- 69- (2-11.2): Accept SUBMITTi/~R: TechnicalCommittee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Replace the word "suitable" with file word "designated" in the second sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent and conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP90) 1124- 70- (2-11.2.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Replace the word "suitable" with the word "designated" in the first instance and delete the second appearance of the word. SUBSTANTIATION: Editorial clarification. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMrrTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #cP91) 1124- 71 - (2-11.2.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-11.2.3 to read as follows:

2-11.2.3 Personnel whose clothing is contaminated with explosive or pyrotechnic composition to a degree that endangers personnel s,'ffety shall not be permitted in smoking areas. SUBSTANTIATION: Editorial and conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language.

COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


COMMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE: BOLES: Take out wordin~..."to a degree that endangers personnel

safety." Wording is too subjective and any clothing contaminated with propellant composition should not be permitted in smoking Iocauons.

DEWILLE: Take out wording..."to a degree that endangers personnel safety." Wording is too subjective and any clothing contaminated with propellant composition should not be permitted in smoking locations.

(Log #CP92) 1124- 72- (2-11.6): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMPNDATION: Revise 2-11.6" to read as follows:

2-11.6" Oxidizers shall be stored to avoid contact with incompatible materials such as ordinary combustibles, flammable or combustible liquids, greases, and those materials that could react with the oxidizer or promote or initiate its decomposition. This shall not include approved packaging materials, pallets, or other dunnage. This storage shall comply with NFPA 43A, Code for the Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of appropriate oxidizer storage requirements. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP93) 1124- 73 - (2-12.1.1 (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new 2-12.1.1 * to read as follows:

2-12.1.1" Where provided, automatic fire sprinkler protection shall be in compliance with NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. SUBSTANTIATION: The use of sprinklers can represent a hazard under some circumstances which must be identified. Addition of

ropriate NFPA reference standard. EE ACTION: Accept.



EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: NFPA 13 does not address sprinkler systems in an explosives

manufacturing operation, further dtscussions on this topic need to be held.

(Log #CP94) 1124- 74- (2-12.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-12.2 to read as follows:

2-12.2 Each plant shall have a formal emergency plan. Sucl~ a plan shall include employee instruction and training and shall be applicable to all anticipated emergencies. An emergencywarning signal shall be established. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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2-12.3 Tbe emergency plan shall include instruction in the use of portable fire extinguishers and instructions on which fires they can be safely used. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent and conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #8) 1124- 76 - (2-12.3.1): Accept in Principle SUBMITrER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOC~ International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may spread" with "spreads" in the second line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in the entire st.'mcLard caused by the widespread use of ~ermissive and unclear terms, such as tile terms "may," ~can" and should." The use of these terms obscures die intent of the standard

by not clearly stating the requirements for tile standard in simple mandatory language.

This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the I use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the I standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatorydocument~ It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept in Principle.

Tile word "may" was changed to "appears likely to." COMMITrEE STATEMENT: Editorial and conformance with file NFPA Manual of Styte to revise permissive language. See Committee Action and Committee Statement on Proposal 1124-77 (Log #CP 1 40). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NEGATIVE: Ward NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: WARD: This paragraph should specifically state that d~e formal I

emergency plan be a written document. It should also require

I employees to sign a document that they did attend the instruction andtra in ing class. Times and dates should be listed.

(Log #cP140) 1124- 77- (2-12.3.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-12.K1 to read as follows:

2-12.3.1 Employees shall be instructed to abandon fire fighdng efforts if the fire involves or appears likely to spread to explosive or pyrotechnic compositions or devices. In such cases, employees shall evacuate the building immediately and alert other plant personnel. SUBSTANTIATION- This removes permissive language-from the Code. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP96) 1124- 78 - (Chapter 3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Revise the title of Chapter 3 to read as follows:

Chapter $, Storage of Display Fireworks, Salute Powder, Pyrotech- nic and Explosive Composition and Black Powder. SUBSTANTIATION: The need for proper storage of pyrotechnic powders is established elsewhere in this chapter. Thus it is necessary

to spedficallyinclude this in the title for this Chapter. Consistent use of terminology. COMMYITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OE COMMrlWEE MEMBEI~ ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP97) 1124- 79- (3-1.1): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Replace the word "Special" with tile word "Display' in die first sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: This change reflects a change in terminology consistent wlth the Department of Transportatiow regulations. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITI'EE ACTION:


(Log #CP98) 1124- 80 - (3-1.1.1): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add the word "bulk" before die word "salutes" and revise to read as follows:

3-1.1.1 Bulk salutes and bulk salute powder shall be stored only in Type I or Type 2 Magazines. SUBSTANTIATION: Consistency with terminology used in this Code. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMF['rEE ACTION:


(Log #CP99) 1124- 81 - (3-1.1.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-1.1.2 to read a; follows:

3-1.1.2 Display fireworks, other than bulk salutes and bulk salute powder, that are not bullet-sensitive, and black powder, shall be stored only in Type 1, 2 or 4 magazines. SUBSTANTIATION: This incorporates a change made by a TIA and specifically identifies a~ required established by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI00) 1124- 82 - (3-1.2): Accept SUBMI'IWER: Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "special" to "display." SUBSTANTIATION: This change reflects a change in terminology consistent with tile Department of Transportation regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP101) 1124- 83- (3-1.3): Accept SUBMITTER= Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "special" to "display." SUBSTANTIATION: This change reflects a change in terminology consistent with tile Department of Transporta6on regulations.

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COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #9) 1124- 84 - (3-2.4.1): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarala A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may ° witll "shall" in the first line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in tile entire stanckxrd caused by the widespread use of permissive ,and unclear terms, such as the terms "may," "can ~ and "should." The use of these terms obscures the intent of the s m d a r d by not clearly staring the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the

use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the stancLard. In its present form, file document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation dmt this standard should undergo a review with die goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: See revised text in Committee Action and Committee Statement on Proposal 1124-85 (Log #CP141). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLETO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITFEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP141) 1124- 85 - (3-2.4.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrntechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-2.4.1 to read as follows:

3-2.4.1 When electric lighting is used within a magazine, tlae installation shall meet tile requirements for llazardous locations. See NFPA 70, National F_.lectrleal Code. SUBSTANTIATION: Use of appropriate terminology,and reference document with respect to electrical equipment. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NEGATIVE: Pier NOT RETURNED: McIntyre, Roberts

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: See Proposal 1124-62 response.

(LOg #CP102) 1124- 86 - (3-2.4.1 (g)): Accept SUBMI'IWER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Delete subsection (g) and renumber remaining subsection. SUBSTANTIATION: Requirement already addressed in revision to 3-2.4.1. See Proposal 1124-85 (Log#CPI41). COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #10) 1124- 87 - (3-2.5): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: S~ah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may" witll %vail" in the second line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in the entire standard caused by die widespread use of ,~sermissive and unclear terms, such .as tile terms "may," "can" and

hould." The use of dlese terms obscures die intent of dae standard by not clearly sharing tile requirements for die standard in simple mandatory language.

This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standard. In its present form, die document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation that tllis standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. The word "may' was daanged to "might."

COMMITTEE STATEMENT: Editorial. See Committee Action and Committee Statement on Proposal 1124-88 (Log #CP142). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP142) 1124- 88- (3-2.5): Accept SUBMI'I~I'ER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change file word "may" to "might." SUBSTANTIATION: Editorial. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log Ol 1) 1124- 89 - (3-3. I ): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Revise text as follows:

Replace ]may" with "shall] in the first line of Part (a). b. Replace may ~ with "shall in the first line of Part (b). c. Delete "may" in tlae second line of Part (e).

SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in dae entire standard caused by tile widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, such as dae terms "may," "can" and %hould." The use of d~ese terms obscures the intent of the standard by not clearly stating tlae requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. Tiffs standard has potential use as a regulatory document and tile

use of permissive terms jeopardizes tile enforceability of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a snitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle.

1. Accept. The word "may" was changed to "shall." 2. Accept. The word "may" was changed to "shall." 3. Accept in Principle. The word "may" was changed to "can."

COMMr[TEE STATEMENT: 1. Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style.

2. Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. 3. Editorial. See Committee Action and Committee Statement on

Proposal 1124-92 (Log #CP145). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP143) 1124- 90 - (3-3.1 (a)): Accept SUBMITTEI~ Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change die word "may" to "shall." SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with tile NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive h-mguage. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITYEE MEMBEKS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITI'-EE ACTION:


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( Log #CP 144) 1124. 91 - (3-3.1 (b)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotedmics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to "shall7 SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMI'ITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITYEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP105) 1124- 96 - (3-4.2): Accept SUBMITI'ER= Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the words "or theix contents" in the fast sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of a requirement. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON C O M M ~ ACTION:


(Log #CP145) 1124. 92 - (3-3.1 (d)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnlcs RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-3. i (d) to read:

(d) The foundation shall be completely enclosed except for openings to provide cross ventilation. A wood foundation enclosure shall be covered on the exterior with not less than 26-gauge metal. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intenL COMMITYEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP146) 1124- 93 - (3-3.1 (e)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change tile word "may" to "am" in the second sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITIT~ ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI03) 1124- 94 - (3-3.2.1 (g) Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Tecimical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the wording of the Exception to read:

Exception: Padlocks on vehicular magazines do not have to be protected by steel hoods. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of a requirement. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITI"EE MEMBERS ELIG IBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: If you are saying that it is a "magazine" under "Type 2

Outdoor Magazine, ~ then according to 27 CFR 1910.109 the magazine shall have hoods.

(Log #CP104) 1124- 95 - (3-3.3): Accept SUBMITTER= Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-3.3 to read:

3-3.3 Type 3 Magazine. A Type 3 magazine (day box) shall be a portable structure that is fire-resistant, theft-resistant, and weather- resistant. SUBSTANTIATION: This includes terminology already familiar to the authority having jurisdiction. COMMI'FI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITFEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrrTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNEL): Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP106) 1124- 97 - (3-4.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 34.3 to read as follows:

3-4.3 Magazine doors shall be kept closed except during placement or removal of explosive materials or during inspection. Magazine doors shall be kept locked at all times when the facility is not in uperation. SUBSTANTIATION: This replaces language that was vague and unclear re~arding the need to lock magazine doors during operating hours. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP 113) 1124- 98 - ($-4.4): Accept SUBMIq[TERa Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Move 3-4.4 to become A-3-4.3 and revise to read: A-3-4.3 When explosive materials are removed from the magazine

for use, the oldest stock should be used first. SURSTANTIATION: Movement and revision of text intended to be advisory to the appendix. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITIT.E MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMFI'I'EE ACTION:


(Log #CP114) 1124- 99 - (3-4.5): Accept SUBMITTER: Tecimical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: 1. Move 3-4.5 to become A-3-4.2 and revise to read: A-3-,l.2 Corresponding grades and brands of explosive materials

should be stored together so that brand and g~tde markings are readily visible. All stuck should he stored so as 'to be easily counted and checked.

2. Renumber subsequent sections accordingly. SUBSTANTIATION: Movement of text intended to be advisory to die appendix. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrI'TEE ACTION:


(Log #CP115) 1124-100 - (3-4.6): Accept SUBMI'ITER: Technical Committee on Pyrotedmics RECOMMENDATION: Renumber 3-4.6 to become 3-4.4 as per Proposal 1124-124 (Log #CP114). SUBSTANTIATION:Renumberlng as a result of Committee Action on Proposals 1124-98 (Log #CP 113) and 1124-99 (Log #CPI 14). COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29

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VOTE ON COMMITrEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: McIntyre, Roberts

(Log #12) 1124- 101 - (3-4.7): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may" with "shall" in tile third line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in tile entire standard caused by die widesaoread use of permissive ,and unclear terms, such as tile terms may," "can" and "should." The use of these terms obscures tile intent of tile standard by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use ,as a regulatory document and tile

use of permissive terms jeopardizes file enforceability of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation tilat this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regnlatory purposes. COMMI'rrEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-102 (Log #CP116). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrIWEE ACTION:


(Log #CP116) 1124- 102 - (3-4.7): Accept SUBMI'[q'ER: TechnicalCommittee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Move 34.7 to become A-3~4.4 and revise to read: A-3-4.4 Open containers of explosive materials should be securely

closed before being returned to a mag,xzine. No container without a closed lid should be stored in a magazine. SUBSTANTIATION: Movement and revision of text intended to be advisory to the appendix. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #13) | 124- 10~ - (3-4.8 Exception): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace ~may be" with "that are ~ in tile first line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is tile lack of charity in tile entire standard caused by tile widespread use of ~ermissive and unclear terms, sucil ,as the terms "may," "carl ,and 'should." The use of these tern~ obscures tile intent of the standard by not clearly stating file requirements for die standard in simple mandatory language.

This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and die use of permissive terms jeopardizes file enforceability of the standard, in its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITrEEACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITrEE STATEMENT: See Committee Action ,and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-104 (Log #CP107). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMFFTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI07) 1124- 104 - (34.8 and Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Renumber 34.8 to become 3-4.5 and change die word "may" to "shall be permitted to be" in the first sentence of tile Exception.

SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #14) 1124- 105 - (3-4.9 Exception): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Delete "may be" in the first line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is tile lack of clarity in tile entire standard caused by tile widespread use of ,permissive and unclear terms, such as the terms may," "can" and 'should." The use of these terms obscures tile intent of the standard by not clearly stating tile requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and tile

use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standard. In its present form, die document is not a suitable regu|atory document. It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with tile goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMI'ITEE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Gommit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-106 (Log #CP117). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP117) 1124- 10O - (3-4.9 and Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Renumber 3-4.9 to become 34.6 and change tile word "may" to "shall be permitted to" in tile Exception. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMIT'I'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #15) 1124- 107 - (3-4.10): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: ~ a h A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Delete the third sentence and reword tile second sentence to read "°..nonferrous conveyors, other than ferrous metal conveyor stands protected by a coat of paint, shall not be stored..." SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is tile lack of clarity in the endre standard caused by die widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, such as the terms may," "can" and ~sllould." The use of these terms obscures the intent of the standard by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the

use of permissive terms jeopardizes tile enforceability of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with tile goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMIT]'EE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-108 (Log #C2108). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(LOg #CPt 08) 1124- 108- (3-4.10): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may ~ to "shall be permitted to" in the last sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrFrEE ACTION:


( Log #CP1 O9) 1124- 109- (3-6): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Change file word "Special" to "Display." SUBSTANTIATION: This change is necessary for conformance with new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMFITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMI1~rEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


SUBSTANTIATION: The revision incorporates conformance to the NFPA Manual of Style for addition of mewic values and appropriate language for a requirement. COMMI'f'rEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP132) 1124- 114- (3-6.5): Accept SUBMrrTER: Teclinical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-6.5 to read:

3-6.5 All electrical equipment and fixtures in a shipping building shall meet the requirements for hazardous locations. (See NFPA70, National Electrical Code.) SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance wifl~ appropriate terminology used in NFPA 70. COMMI'ITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: PIER: See Proposal 1124-62 response.

(Log #CP110) 1124- 110 - (3-6.1): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Change the word ~must ~ to %hall." SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI 11) 1124.111 - (3.6.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "musC to "shall. n SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTF~ 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP112) 1124- 112 - (3-6.3): Accept SUBM/TTER: Technicalcommit tee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-6.3 to read:

3-6.3 A maximum of 10,000 Ib (4536 kg) (gross weight) of display fireworks shall be permitted at one time in a shipping building. SUBSTANTIATION: The revision incorporates conformance to the NFPA Manual of Style for addition of metric values and appropriate language for a requirement. It also conforms with new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF C O ~ MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP118) 1124- 113 - (3-6.4): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise $-6.4 to read:

3-6.4 No more than 30 ib (13.6 kg) of salute powder (net weigh0, as finished salutes, shall be permitted at any time in a shipping building.

(Log #CP119) 1124- 115 - (3-6.6): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotedmics RECOMMENDATION: In the first sentence change the word "Special" m "Display" and change the word "may" to "shall." SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with new terminology used in Federal Re .gulatious and conformance with NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP120) 1124-116 - (Chapter 4): Accept SUBMITIXR: Tedmicai Committee on Pyrotedmics RECOMMENDATION: Revise title to read:

Chapter 4 Storage of Consumer Fireworks at Manufaculring Plants. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance wifll new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMI'ITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


( Log #CP121 ) 1124- 117 - (4-1.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "Common" to "Con- sumer" in file first sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with n e w terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP122) 1124- 118 - (4-1.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change die word "Common" to "Con- sumer" in file first sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMF[TEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #16) 1124- 119- (4-2.1): Accept SUBMITTER= Sarah A~ Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: ~ Replace "may" with %hall ~ in the first line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in die entire standard caused by the widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, sucll as the terms "may," "can" and "should." The use of these terms obscures the intent of the standard by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory l,'mguage. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the

use of permissive, termsjeo pardizes tile enforceability of. the st,andard. In its present form, die document is not a statable regmlatory document. It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with file goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMII"rEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(LOg #CP123) 1124- 120 - (4-3.3 and Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Cllange die word "Common" to "Con- sumer" in die first sentence and change die word "may" to "shall be permitted to" in the Exception. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with new terminology used in Federal Regulations and conforrruance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITrEE ACTION:


(Log #17) 1124- 1"21 - (4-3.4 Exception): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: ~arali A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Delete "may be" in the first line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in the entire standard caused by die widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, such as the terms' may," "can" m~d "should." The use of these terms obscures die intent of the standard by not clearly stating die requirements for die standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the

use of permissive terms jeopardizes file enforceability of the standard. In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory documenL It is my recommendation dlat this standard should undergo a reviewwith the goal of becomin asuitable standard for regulatory purposes, g COMMITrRE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITI'EE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-122 (Log #CP124). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 99 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP124) 1124- 122- (4-3.4 Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotedmics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to "shall be permitted to in the Exception to read as follows: Exception: Metal slitters shall be permitted to be used for opening

fiberboard containers. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP125) 1124- 123- (5-4.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: In the first sentence, change "Class B" to "display." SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with new terminology nsed in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #18) 1124- 124- (5-4.1.3): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Replace "may" with "will" in tile last line. SUBSTANTIATION: The basis for my comments is the lack of clarity in file entire standard caused by the widesj)read use of permissive and unclear terms, such as the terms may," "can" and "should." The use of these terms obscures tile intent of the standard by not dearly Stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the

use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standard, In its present form, the document is not a suitable regulatory document. It is my recommendation that this standard should undergo a review with the goal of bccomln a suitable standard for regulatory purposes, g COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITTEE STATEMENT: See Committee Action and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-125 (Log #CP126). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMFFrEE ACTION:


(Log #CP126) 1124- 125 - (5-4.1.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: In the last sentence, change "may" to "~-an." SUBSTANTIATION: Editorial clarification. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMI'FrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 97 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #I 9) 1124- 126 - (5-4.1.5 Exception No. 2): Accept in Principle SUBMITTER: Sarah A. Buenz, BOCA International, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: Reword to read: "A vckic:c ,~,o- 7 b~ ',~t ,,,a~t~.,d~d In an area where unattended

stte~r parking is permitted,..." SUBSTANTIATION: Tile basis for my comments is file lack of clarity in file entire standard caused by the widespread use of permissive and unclear terms, such as the terms "may," "can" and "should." The use of these terms obscures the intent of the standard

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by not clearly stating the requirements for the standard in simple mandatory language. This standard has potential use as a regulatory document and the

use of permissive terms jeopardizes the enforceability of the standard. In its present form, file document is notasul table regulatory document. It is my recommendation dlat this standard should undergo a review with the goal of becoming a suitable standard for regulatory purposes. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept in Principle. COMMITFEE STATEMENT: See Committee Acdon and Commit- tee Statement on Proposal 1124-127 (Log #CP 127). NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP127) 1124- 127- (5-4.1.3 Exception No. 2): Accept SUBMITTER: Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Revise 5-4.1.3 Exception No. 2 to read: "In an area where unattended parking is permitted, such as an area

meeting the requirements of NFPA 498, Standard for Explosive Motor Vehide Terminals." SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification and conformance with NFPA Manual of Style to revise permissive language. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMIT]'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP128) 1124- 128- (5-4.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Gommittee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: In the first sentence, change "Class B" to

; ~ ' A ~ q T I A T i O N : Conformance with new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP1 29) 1 i 24- 129 - (5-4.3): Accept SUBMITI'ER: TechnicalCommittee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Change "Class B to "display. ~ SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMM/TrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrrTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mcintyre, Roberts

(Log #CP130) 1124- 130 - (5-5): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Change "Class B ~ to "display. ~ SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with new terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMME[WEE ACTION:


(Log #CP131) 1124- 131 - (Chapter 6 Referenced Publications): Accept SUBMIaWER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Update the edition dates of the references as appropriate:

1. Change NFPA 70-1987, National Electrical Code to NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, 1993 edition.

R. Change NFPA 101-1988, Life Safety Code to NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, 1994 edidon.

3. Update NFPA 468-1986 to NFPA 498, Standard for Explosives Motor Vehicle Terminals, 1992 edition.

4. Update NFPA 1123-1982 to NFPA 1123, Gode for the Outdoor Display of Fireworks, 1990 edition.

5. Update NFPA 10-1988 to NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Extinguishers, 1990 edition. SUBSTANTIATION: Editorial and conformance with NFPA Manual of Style. COMMrI'I 'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #GP133) 1124- 132- (A-l-t): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrntechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the appendix text for Explosive in Section A-l-4 and replace with the followingtext: A-I-4 U.S. Department of TransportationProposed Revisions of

Explosive Materials Transport Regulations. On December 21, 1990, die U.S. Department of Transportation

(U~S. DOT) issued a final rule that revised the Hazardous Materials Regulations contained in Tide 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 171 to 180.

These regulations cover file classification, packaging, and shipping of explosives (including blasting agents), oxidizers (ammonium nitrate), flammable liquids, andflammable solids. The complete final regulations can be found in the Federal Rebdster, Volume 55, No. 246 of December 21, 1990, pa~es 52401 through 52729.

Essentially, file U.S. DOT has revtsed the U.S. hazardous materials regulations so that they will conform with international regulations wilich are based on the United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods. The revised regulations are designed to standardize testing and dassificatioe~ procedures, nomenclature, packaging, labeling, placarding, :rod handling, and eliminate inconsistencies that currendy exist between the U.S. (domestic) and UN (international) standards. Probably die most important change to die user of explosive

materials will be the elimination of the Class A, B, and G Explosives and Blasting Agents. Under tile UN Recommendations all explosive materials will be placed into Class I Explosives. Class I is divided into six divisions, the divisions being characteristic of the properties and hazards of the particular explosive. The br~yakdown of Class 1 Explosives into its six divisions is as follows:

Class 1: Explosives Division 1.1: explosives that have a mass explosion hazard. Division 1.2: explosives dlat have a projection hazard but not a

mass explosion hazard. Division 1.3: explosives that have a fire hazard and either a minor

blast hazard or a minor projection hazard, or I~)th, but not a mass explosion hazard.

Division 1.4: explosive devices that present a minor explosion hazard. No device may contain more than 25 g (0.9 oz) of a detonating material.

Division 1.5: very insensitive explosives that have a mass explosion hazard but are so insensitive dlat dlere is little probability of initiation or of wansition from burning to detonation under normal conditions of transport.

Division l.O: extremely insensitive articles that do not have a mass explosion hazard, and articles dlat demonstratJ.* a negligible probability of accidental initiation or propagat~ion. [No applicable hazard class.]

The classification code for an explosive consit;ts of the division number followed by the compatibility group letter. Compatibility group letters are used to specify the controls for the transportation, and s-torage related thereto, of explosives and i;o prevent an increase in hazard-that might result if certain types of explosives were stored or transported together.

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Compatibility groups and classification codes for die various types of explosives ,are set forth in file following tables. Table A-I sets fordl compatibility groups and classification codes for substances ~md articles described in tile first column of Table A-I. Table A-2 shows the number of classification codes that are possible widfin each explosive division. Altogether, there are 35 possible classification codes for explosives.

Table &-I Clmdflcmiea Codes

Dtactiptim d fmlman¢~ ~ K~ticle to be Oamlf~!

Primary explosive sulmance Article containing a primary explmive sulmance and not containing two

or more effective protective features

Propellant explosive sulmance or other deflaipmting explmive sulmance or article containing such explmive sulmance

Secondary detonating explosive substance or black powder or article con- mining a secondary detonating explom'e subsmce, in each cue without means of inid"""afion and without a propelling charge, or article contain- hag a primary expimive sui~tance and containing two or more effective protective feature,

Article containing a secondary detonating explotive sulmance, without means of initiation, with a propelling charge (other than one containing flammable liquid or hypergolic liquid)

Article containing a ~condary detonating explosive sulmance, with im means of initiation, with a propelling charge (other than one containing flammable liquid or hypergolic liquid) or without a propelling charge

Pyrotechnic suimance or article containing a pyrotechnic suimance, or article containing both an explmive sulmance and an illuminating, incendiary, tear-producing, or tmoke-producing tutmance (other than a vrater-aoti~..ted article or one containing white phmphorus, phosphlde or flammable liquid or gell or hypergolic liquid)

Article containing both an explosive mlmance and white phmphorus

Article containing both an explmive m b ~ n c e and flammable liquid or gel Article containing both an explmive substance and a toxic chemical agent

Explosive sulmance or ardcle containing an explodve substance and pre- tenting a special risk (e.g., due to water-activation or pretence of hypergolic liquids, phosphides, or pyrophoric substances) needing imlation of each type

Artidm containing only extremely iusemidve detonating substances Sulmance or article m packed or designed that any hazardous effects ariv

ing from accidental functioning are limited to the extent that they do not signitlcanfly hinder or prohibit fire fighting or other emergency rapome efforts in the immediate vicinity of the package

r ,i

Comp~ibmty

A B

C

D

E

G

H

N S

Chumificafion Code

I.IA 1.1B 1.2B lAB 1.1C 1.2C 1.3C 1.4C lAD 1.2D lAD 1.SD

1.1E 1.2E 1.4E 1.1F 1.2F 1,SF 1.4F lAG 1.2G 1.3G lAG

1.2H 1.3H 1.1j 1.2.I 1.sJ 1.2K 1.3K 1.1L 1.2L 1.3L

1.6N 1.4S

Table A-ll Scheme d Chumificatina of Fatplmive& Combinafima of llatard Divisiom with Comparability Group by Column

l / n

c ~ l . e b ~ c . ~ p Ehumrd division A

1,1 1.1A 1,9 1.$ 1A 1.5 1.6

B

I.IB 1.2B

lAB

C D E

1.1C 1.1D 1.1E 1.2C 1.2D 1.2E 1.3C 1.4C 1.4D 1.4E

1.SD

F

1.1F 1.2F 1.3F 1.4F

G H

1.1G 1.2G 1.2H 1.3G 1.3H 1.4G

j K

1.1j 1.2.I 1.9K 1.sj 1.SK

L

1.1L 1.2L 1.3L

N S A-S

9 10 7

1.4S 7 1

1.6N 1

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For comparative purposes the classification of explosive materials tinder tile UN Recommendations and the current U.S. DOT system is shown below:.

UN Classification Current DOT System Division 1.1 Glass A Explosives [Dynamite, cast boosters, cap

sensitive emulsions, water gels and slurries, Class A detonators]. Division 1.2 Class A or Class B explosives [Division 1.2 will

• generally be some sort of ammuniuon or materials that have a projection hazard].

Division 1.3 Class B explosives [Generally propellants or explosives that have a fire hazard but not a mass detonation hazard].

Division 1.4 Glass C explosives [Class C detonators, safety fuse, and other Class C explosives].

Division 1.5 Blasting Agents [AN/FO, uoncap-sensitive emulsions, water gels, slurries, packaged blasting agents].

Division 1.6 No applicable class [Presently there are no commer- ci,-d explosives in Division' 1.6].

In the UN system, oxidizers and organic peroxides form Class 5. Ammonium nitrate, an oxidizer, is classified as 5.1 (Class 5, Division 1). Flammable and combustible liquids (fuel oils) are Class 3, and flammable solids are Class 4.

To determine the proper classification of an explosive (class and division) criteria and test procedures have been set up in the UN Recommendations. Throu~gh this criteria and test it can be initially determined if the material is an explosive and subsequently to what hazard division it belongs.

In addition to the class and division number, every explosive under UN Recommendations will have a proper shipping name and a 4. digit identification number. When tiffs regulaiion- becomes effective, shipping cases will be required to show the proper shipping name and the identification number.

According to the U.S. DOT announcement, the UN Recommenda- tion on tile shipment of Dan.~erous Goods became effective October I, 1991, and voluntary comphance was authorized after January 1, 1991. The DOT has provided a transition period, and present packaging for explosives may be used until October 1, 1996, ,'although packagings presently audaorized under DOT regulations may not be manufactured after October 1, 1994. SUBSTANTIATION: This change is necessary to be consistent with a change in terminology used inFederal Regulations and odler NFPA codes, COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP134) 1124- 133- (A-I-4 Fireworks, Exception No. 1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Insert the word "toy ~ in the first sentence as fol lows:

A-l-4 Fireworks, Exception No. 1: Tile regulations referred to limit the explosive content of each toy cap to not more than an average of 0.25 grains (16.25 mg). Also, each package containing such caps must be labeled to indicate the maximum explosive content per cap, SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with terminology used in Federal Regulations. COMMITI~E ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITI~E MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTE~ ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETUR.NED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP138) 1124. 1 $4 - (A-2-11.6 (New)): Accept SUBMI'rFER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add an asterisk "*~ to 2-11.6 and add appendix material to read:

A-2-11.6 Care should be exercised since some oxidizers are mutually incompatible. NFPA 491M, Manual of Hazardous Chemical Reactions, lists many oxidizers and other materials that result in hazardous interactions. Oxidizers commonly include nitrates, chlorates and perchlorates. SUBSTANTIATION: COMMITFEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29

VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 27 NOT RETURNED: Mclntyre, Roberts

(Log #CP135) 1124- 155- (A-2-12.1.1 (New)): Accept SUBMI'FI'ER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new A-2-12.1.1 as follows:

A-2-12.1.1 Water can be hazardous if applied to lares involving reactive metal fuels and chemicals. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee provided ~ffety information relating to the use of water on certain types of fires involving metals. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP1 S6) 1124- 156 - (Appendix C Referenced Publications): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Renumber Appendix C as D. SUBSTANTIATION: Renumbering reflects new Appendix G as proposed in Proposal 1124-137 (Log #CP157). CoMMrlTRR ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrlTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP137) 1124-137- (Appendix C (New)): Accept SUBMITIT_.R: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add the following reference information as Appendix C:

Appendix C C-I Introduction *C-I.I This appendix provides manufacturers, importers and

distributors of fireworks and novelties information to assist d~em in manufacturing, testing, shipping, and labeling the products of the fireworks industry in accordance with applicable federal laws and current good manufacturing practices. Paragraphs of this Appendix which apply to the approval by the U.S. Department of Transporta- tion (DOT) for transportation of fireworks are indicated by an asterisk (*) preceding tile paragraph number.

C,-1.2 The information in dais Standard shouht enable manufacturers, importers, and distributors of fireworks and novelties to provide their customers with products that can be umasported and used safely and without unreasonable risk.

*G-l.3 Fireworks and novelties are not acceptable for transportation within the jurisdiction of the United States unless alley are classed, packaged, labeled, and marked and are in proper condition for shipment in accordance with the DOT regulations m Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations. (See, C-5 of dais ~kppendix for further discussion).

C-1.4 Consumer fireworks (fireworks classed as "1.4G" and "1.4S') (formerly "Fireworks, Common") and noveltiet~ are not acceptable for sale to the public unless they are manufactored, labeled, and sold in conformance with the regulations of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published in Title 16, Code of Federal Regulations. (See, Chapter G$ of dais Appendix for further discussion).

NOTE: Consumer Fireworks are normally d:kssed as Hi .4G" but may be classed by DOT as "1.4S" on the basis of specific test results.

C-1.5 United States laws and regulations pro;cribe mandatory requirements which a person must follow in o rder to market certain products. In these instances, failure to comply may be regarded by Courts as negligence per se in product liabiliqr litigation.

*C-1.6 Tiffs appendix applies to fireworks devices and novelties for entertainment purposes.

C-2 Definitions. *C-2.1 Approval. For purposes of this Appendix, approval means

the assignment of proper hazard class, Ex number, and proper shipping name by dae DOT so that fireworks and novelties may be transported under conditions specified in TitJ~e 49, Code of Federal Regulations. (See, Chapter G5 of this Appendix for details).

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*G-2.2 Black Match. A fuse made from thread impregnated with black powder and used for igniting pyrotechnic devices. Black Match is classed as "I.3G" and described as ~Fuse, Instantaneous, non- detonating UN0101," or "Quickrmttch UN0101."

*C-2.3 Blowout. The unin tended release of a pressure effect from other than the in tended orifice of a fireworks device. Examples include expulsion of die bottom plug of a Roman Candle, expulsion of the clay ciaoke of a fountain or the rupturing of the wall of a mine or shell.

*(;-2.4 Burnout. The un in tended escape of flame through the voal of a pyrotechnic cltamber during functioning of a fireworks device.

*(C-2.5 Chemical Composition. Allpyrotechnic and explosive composition contained in a fireworks device. Inert materials such as clay used for plugs, or organic matter such as rice bulls used for density control are not considered to be chemical composition.

*(;-2.5.1 Explosive Composition. Any chemical compound or mixture, tiae primary purpose of which is to fimction by explosion, producing an audible effect in a fireworks device.

*G-2.5.2 Pyrotechnic Composition. A chemical mixture which on burning and without explosion produces visible or brilliant displays or bright lights, or wixisdes or motion.

*C-2.6 Fireworks. Any device, other than a novelty, in tended to produce visible a n d / o r audible effects by combustion, deflagration, or detonation. Fireworks are fur ther described as "Fireworks UN0336" or "Fireworks UN0337" (formerly 'Common Fireworks' and now referred to in this document as 'Consumer Fireworks.') , "Forbidden Fireworks", or "Fireworks UN0335" (formerly 'Special Fireworks' and now referred to in dais documen t as 'Display Fireworks').

NOTE: Propelling ,and expelling charges consisting of a mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and saltpeter are not considered as designed to produce attdible effects.

*(;-2.6.1 Consumer Fireworks ( former ly"Common Fireworks"). Any fireworks device suitable for use by file public that complies will1 the constrtictiou, performance, composition, and labeling requirements ~romulgated by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commis- sion (GPSC) in Title 16, Code of Federal Regulations, in addition to any limits and other requirements of this document . (See, Section G. 3 of d~is Appendix for details).

*G-2.6.2 Display Fireworks (formerly "Special Fireworks"). Fireworks devices primarily in tended for commercial displays which are designed to produce visible a n d / o r audible effects by combustion, deflagrafion or detonation, including but not limited to: salutes containing more than 130 milligrams (2 gralus) of explosive composition; aerial sbells containing more than 40 grams of chemical composit ion exclusive of lift charge; and other exhibition display items that exceed the limits contained in dais document for Consumer Fireworks. Certain devices in tended for signalling, illuminating, and incendiary purposes and formerly classed as "Special Fireworks" no longer fall into this fireworks category. (See, Section C,-4 of this Appendix for details).

*C-2.6.$ Theatrica | Pyrotecbnics. Pyrotechnic devices for profes- sional use in the enter ta inment industry similar to Consumer Fireworks in chemical composition and construction but not in tended for consumer use. Such articles meet ing the weight linfits for consumer fireworks but not labeled as such and containing only chemicals listed in Table C,-4-3-1 may be approved under the provisions of this document and classified as "Article, Pyrotecbnic, I. 4G, UN0431."

NOTE: Theatrical pyroteclmics devices may be classed as "Article, Pyrotechnic, 1.4~S, UN0432 ~ by DOT on the basis of specific test restllts.

*C~2.7 Labeling. A display of written, printed, or graphic matter upon a fireworks device a n d / o r upon the immediate container of any such device(s). Included are d iamond shaped labels required by DOT to be displayed on outside packaging for transportation purposes. The term also includes any identification, cautions, and other information required by dais document or by any Federal Government agency.

*C-2.8 Marking. The appli~-ation of the proper shipping name, Identification Number (UN number) , instructions, cautions, weight, or specification mark or combination thereof to a package of hazardous material. Marking also includes any required specification mark on the inside or outside of a shipping container.

*C-2.9 Novelty. A device conhaining small amounts ofpyrotecbnic a n d / o r explosive composit ion but not described as consumer fireworks. Such devices produce limited visible or audible effects. These items shall be classed as ~l.4G," unless classed as ~1.4~S" or deregulated as a hazardous material by DOT on the basis of specific test results.

*(2-2.10 Placard. A warning symbol of a square-on-point configuration mounted on each side ,and each end of a truck, rail car or freight container which informs the public and emergency personnel of dae hazardous nature of the cargo, as specified in 49 C.F.IL

Part 172. *C,-2.11 Quick Match (Instantaneous Fuse). Black match that is

encased in a loose-fitting paper sheath to make it burn extremely rapidly. Quick match is used for aerial shells and for simultaneous ignition of a number of pyroteclmic devices, such as lances in a g round display piece. Quick match is classed as "I.$G" and described as "Fuse, instantaneous, non-detonating" or "Quickmatch' , and assigned identification number "UN0101 ".

*C-2.12 Safety Fuse. A fuse consisting of a thread-wrapped black ,~uOWder train that has been coated with a water resistant material.

ch fuse is typically 3/32 in. (2.4 ram) in outside diameter and frequently green in color. Safety Fuse is described as "Fuse, Safety UN0105" and classed as "1.4S."

G3 Requirements for Consumer Fireworks, Novelties and Theatrical Pyrotechnics.

NOTE 1: Devices in this category, formerly classed as Class C Explosive, Common Fireworks, are now classed as Fireworks 1.4G under the U.N. System, ,and referred to in dais document as "Consumer Fireworks."

NOTE 2: Devices in tended for non<onsumer use in the entertainment industry that meet the chemical composition requirements of dais Appendix may be classed as 1.4G and described as Article, Pyrotechnic IJN0431 under the provisions of this document but are no t required to comply with the fuse, construction, and labeling requirements of this Appendix.

*C-3.1 Types of Consumer Fireworks. The following fireworks devices are subject to the requirements of Section C,-3 of this Appendix.

~3.1.1 Ground and Hand-held Sparkling and Smoke Devices. C-3.1.1.1 Cylindrical Fountain. Cylindrical tube containing not

more than 75 grams of pyrotechnic composition. Upon ignition, a shower of colored sparks, and sometimes a whisding effect or smoke, is produced. This device may be provided witll a spike for insertion into the ground (Spike Fountain), a wood or plastic base for placing on the g round (Base Fountain), or a wood or cardboard handle to be hand held (Handle Fount,aln). When more than one tube is mounted on a common base, total pyrotechnic composition may not exceed 200 grams.

*G3.1.1.2 Cone Fountain. Cardboard or heavy paper cone containing not more than 50 grams of pyrotechnic composition. The effect is the same ,as that of a cylindrical fountain. When more than one cone is mounted on a common base, total pyrotechnic composition may not exceed 200 grams.

*C-3.1.1.3 Illuminating Torch. Cylindrical tube containing not more than 100 grams of pyrotechnic composition that produces a colored flame upon ignition. May be spike, base, or ban-d held. When more than one tube is moun t ed on a common base, total p,yrotechnic composition may not exceed 200 grams.

C,-3.1.1.4 Wheel. Pyrotechnic device in tended to be attached to a dPOSt or tree by means of a nail or string. May have one or more

rivers, each of which may contain not more than 60 grams of pyrotechnic composition. No wheel may contain more than 200 grams total pyrotechnic composition. Upon ignition, the wheel revolves, producing a shower of color and sparks and, sometimes, a whistling effect.

*C-3.1.1.5 Ground Spinner. Small device containing not more than 20 grams of pyrotechnic composition, venting out an orifice usually on the side of the tube. Similar in operation to a wheel but intended to be placed flat on the ground and ignited. A shower of sparks and color is produced by the rapidly spinning device.

*C-3. . . . 1 1 6 Flitter Sparkler. Narrow ppa er tube attached, to a stick.or wwe and filled with not more than 5 grams of pyrotechmc composition that produces color and sparks upon ignition. The paper at one end of the tube is ignited to make the device function.

*G-3.1.1.7 ToySmoke Device. Small plastic or paper item containing not more than 100 grams pyroteclmic composition that, upon ignition, produces white or colored smoke as the primary effect. (These devices, when complying with the provisio-ns ofdfis Appendix, are classed as " lAG" unless classed as "1.4S" or not regulated as an explosive by DOT on the basis of specific test results.

C-3.1.$ Aerial Devices. *G-3.1.2.1 Sky Rockets and Bottle Rockets. Cylindrical tube

containing not more than 20 grams of chemical composition with a wooden st]ok attached for guidance and stability. Rockets rise into the ,'dr upon ignition. A burst of color a n d / o r sound may be produced at or near the height o f flight.

*C-$.1.2.2 Missile-type Rocket. A device similar to a sky rocket in size, composition, and effect that uses fins rather than a stick for guidance and stability. Missiles shall not contain more than 20 grams of total chemical composition.

*C-3.1.2.$ Helicopter, Aerial Spinner. A tube containing not more than 20 grams of chemical composition, with a propeller or blade attached. Upon ignition the rapidly spinning device rises into the ,air. A visible or audible effect may be produced at or near the beigbt of flight.

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*G-3.1.2.4 Roman Candle. Heavy paper or cardboard tube containing not more than 20 grams of chemical composition. Upon ignition, "stars ~ (pellets of pressed pyrotechnic composition that burn with bright color) are individually expelled.

*C-3.1.2.5 Mine, Shell. Heavy cardboard or paper tube usually attached to a wooden or plastic base and containing not more than 40 grams of chemical composition plus not more than 20 [igrams of "llft" charge (die part that actually/!fts the aerial effect(s) into the air) per tube. Upon ignition %tars (See, C-3.1.2.4 above), components producing reports containing up to 130 milligrams of explosive composition per report, (See C.3.1.3.1 below), or odter devices are propelled into the air. A mine may contain more than one tube provided die tubes fire in sequence upon ignition of one external filse. Total chemical composition including lift charges of any multiple tube device may not exceed 200 grams.

G3. 1.3 Audible Ground Devices. *G-3.1.3.1 Firecracker. Small, paper-wrapped or cardboard-tube

containing not more than 50 milligrams of explosive composition, except that those used in aerial devices may contain up to 130 milligrams of explosive composition per report. Upon ignition, noise and a flash of light are produced.

NOTE: Firecrackers are not subject to the requirements of filse in C-3.5.1 and chemicals in G-3.8.1 of this Appendix.

G-3.1.3.2 Chaser. Paper or cardboard tube venting out the fuse end of the tube containing not more than 20 grams of chemical composition. The device travels along the ground upon ignition. A whisding effect, or other noise, is often produced. Explosive composition may be included to produc-e a report butmay not exceed 50 milligrams.

*C-3.2 Types of Novelties. The following devices are classed as Fireworks 1.4G and described as Fireworks, UN0S36 unless they are classed as 1.4S or not regulated as hazardous materials based on specific test results. These devices which are not regulated are not considered to be consumer fireworks.

*G-3.2.1 Party Popper. Small plastic or paper item containing not more tban 16 milligrams (0.25 grains) of explosive composition that is friction sensitive. A string protruding from file device is usually pulled to ignite it. This item expels nonflammable paper streamers and /o r odter non-flammable novelties and produces a small report.

*G3..2 2 Snapper. . Small, paper-wra, pp.ed item containing not more than 1.0 milhgram of exploswe composluon coated on small bits of sand, and packaged with sawdust in individual containers of not more than 50 units. When dropped, the device explodes, producing a small report.

*C.-3.2.3 Snake, Glow Worm. Pressed pellet of not more than 2 grams of pyrotechnic composition and packaged in retail packages of not more than 25 units that produces as the primary effect a snake-like ash upon burning. The ash expands in length as the pellet bums. (These devices are not regulated for transportation purposes.)

*(3-3.2.4 Sparkler. Wire or stick coated with pyrotechnic composition, which may not exceed 100 grams per item, that produces a shower of sparks upon ignition. These ,tems may not contain magnesium, except that magnalium (magnesium-aluminum alloy) is permitted. Items containing any chlorate or perchlorate salts may not exceed 5 grams of composition per item. (These items are not regulated as explosives for transportation purposes. However, some may meet the criteria for "flammable solids."

*(3-3.2.5 Toy Gaps. Toy plastic or paper caps for toy pistols in sbeets, strips, rolls, or individual caps, containing not more than an average of twent~five hundredths 0 6 mg) of a ~2i'n of explosive composition per cap. Toy caps are described as Fireworks UN0336" ,and classed as "1.4G." Toy caps shall bepacked in inside packages constructed of cardboard not less than 0.013-in. (0.33 mm) in thickness, metal not less than 0.008 in. (0.2 ram) in thickness, noncombustible plastic not less than 0.015-in. (0.~8 mm) in thickness, or a composite blister package consisting of cardboard not less tilan 0.01gin. (0.33 ram) in thickness and noncombustible plastic not less than 0.005-in. (0.13 mm) in thickness, which shall provide a complete enclosure. The minimum dimensions of each side or end of such package shall be not less than I /gin. (3.2 mm) in height. The number of caps in these inside packages shall be limited so that n o m o r e than 10 grains (850 mg) ofoexplosive composition shall be packed into one cubic in. (16.4 cm °) of space. In addition, no more than 17.5 grains (1138 rag) of the explosive composition of toy caps shall be packed in any inside container. These inner containers must be packed in outside containers meeting the requirements specified in Section G-5.3.1 of this Appendix.

*C,3.2.6 Other Novelties. Devices intended to produce unique visnal or andible effects and containing 50 mg or less of explosive composition and limited amounts of other pyrotechnic composition. Examples include cigarette loads, trick matches, explosive auto alarms and other trick noise makers.

*G-3.3 Other Devices. Any device producing unique pyrotechnic or explosive effects, or combinadons of effects not enumerated in (3-3 of this Appendix.

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*G3.4 Combination Items. Fireworks devices in,~ended to produce more than one of the effects described in G-5 of ttds Appendix, and which contain not more than 200 grams of total chemical composition.

G-3.5 Specific Requirements. C-$.5.1 Fuse. G-$.5.1.1 Only safety fuse or other fuse that has been protected to

resist side ignition may be used in devices subject to die requirements of this Appendix.

NOTE: See APA 87-1 Appendix B for method of measuring resistance to side ignition. Devices, such as ground spinners, that require a reswicted orifice for proper functioning and that contain less than 6 grams of pyrotechmc composition, are not subject to dae requirements of G-5.5.1.1.

C.-$.5.1.2 The fuse must be of sufficient lenfsth to bum at least 3 seconds but not more than 8 seconds before ignition of the device, except that fuse for Roman Candies or similar de/ices requiring a longer fuse for safe functioning may burn up to 12 seconds before ignition of die device.

C-3.5.1.$ The fuse must be securely attached, sc that it will support either die weight of the device plus 8 ounces (227 g) of dead weight or double the weight of die device, whichever is less, without separation from the fireworks device.

G-3.5.2 Construction. C-3.5.2.1 Bases. Each fireworks device that requires a base shall

utilize a base of wood or plastic (preferably non-britde, medium impact polystyrene). The minimum horizontal diLmension or the diameter of the base must be equal to at least one-third the height of the device (excluding any protruding fuse), unless die device remains upright when subjected to a tilt of 19 degrees from die horizontal. Bases shall remain firmly attached to die item during transportation, handling and normal operation.

NOTE: See APA 87-1 Appendix B for method of measuring. G-3.5.~.2 Sticks. The stick on a rocket (including sky-rockets and

bottle rockets), and on other fireworks devices that utilize a stick, shall be firmly attached to the body of the device by means of glue, staples, or wire, and must be secure enough to remain firmly attached during transportation, handling, and normal operation. Sticks shall be rigid and of such length so as to assure stable flight. The maximum curvature of such stick(s) may not exceed 1 in. (25 mm).

NOTE: See APA 87-1 Appendix B for method of testing rigidity. C-3.5.2.3 Handles. Each fireworks device which is intended to be

hand-held and is so labeled must incorporate a handle at least 4 in. (101 ram) in length. Handles must remainfirmIly attached during transportation, handling and normal operation of the device, or must consist of an integral section of the device extending at least 4 in. (101 mm) below the pyrotechnic chamber, except that sparklers 10 in. (253 nun) or less in length shall have handles at least S in. (76 mm) in length.

G3.5.2.4 Spikes. Spikes which constitute an integral part of a fireworks device shal /protrude at least 2 in. (51 mm) from the base of the device and shalHlave a blunt tip not less than 1 /8 in. (3.2 ram) in diameter or 1/8 in. (3.2 ram) square.

*G-S.5.2.5 Pyrotechnic Cammber. The pyrotechnic chamber in a fireworks device that functions other than by exploding must be of sufficient thickness and rigidity to allow normal functioning of the device without burnout or blowout. The chamber must also be constructed and sealed to prevent leakage of the pyrotechnic composition during transportation, handling, ~mdnormal operation.

C-3.5.2.6 Wings. Wings on helicopter-type rockets and similar devices must be securely attached to the body !~y means of gluing, wiring, or other appropriate means so that the/will remain firmly attached during transportation, handling, and normal operation.

G3.5.2.7 Wheel Devices. Each wheel device must be so constructed that dte driver(s), motor(s), and axle(s), when needed (i.e., on wheel devices intended to operate in a fixed location) remain securely attached to die device during transpo rtation, handling, and normal operation.

C-3.5.2.8 Aerial Devices~ Each device intended to produce a visible or audible effect high in the air must be designed to produce the effect at or near the apogee of its flight.

C-3.5.2.9 Smoke Devices. Each smoke device must be so constructed that it will neither burst nor produce excessive flame (excluding fuse and small but brief bursts of flame accompanying normal smoke production). Smoke devices may not contain plastic in direct contact with the pyrotechnic composition, nor may smoke devices resemble, in color and configuration, banned fireworks devices, such as MSO Salutes, Cherry Bombs, or Silver Salutes.

C-3.6 Prohibited Chemicals and Components. *G-3.6.1 Prohibited Chemicals. Consumer fireworks devices

offered or intended for sale to the public may not contain a chemical enumerated in Table G-3.O.I, except for trace amounts as impurities, and except as specified therein.

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NOTE: Display fireworks and dleatrical pyrotechnics (Section G-2.6.3) are not subject to the provisions of this section.

Table C-$.6.1 Prohlblted Chemicals for Consumer Fireworks

(a) Arsenic Sulfide, Arsenates, or Arsenites (b) Boron (c) Chlorates, except: (1) In colored smoke mixtures in which an equal or greater

weight of sodium bicarbonate is included. (2) In party poppers (3) In tilose small items (such as ground spinners) wherein die

total powder content does not exceed 4 grams of which not greater than 15 percent (or 600 milligrams) is potassium, sodium, or Ixarium chlorate.

(4) In firecrackers (5) In Toy Caps

(d) Gallates or Gallic Acid (e) Magnesium (magnesium/alumimlm alloys, called rmagnalium,

,are permitted). (0 Mercury salts (g) Phosphorus (red or white) except that red phosphorus is

permissible in caps and party poppers. (b) Picrates or Picric Acid (i) Thiocyanates pk ) Titanium, except in particle size greater than 100-mesh.

Zirconium

*C-3.6.2 Prohibited Components. No component of any consumer fireworks device or novelty, may upon functioning, project or disperse ,any metal, glass, or brittle plastic fragments.

*(2-3.6.3 Forbidden Explosive Devices. Any explosive device intended for sale to tile public that prodnces an audible effect (other than a whistle) by a charge of more than i 30 milligrams (2 grains) of explosive composition per report. Devices obtained for bona-fide pest control purposes in accordance with regulations promulgated by GPSC in Title 16, Code of Federal Regulations are not forbidden.

For transportation purposes, the term forbidden explosive devices also includes mixtures or devices containing a chlorate and an ammonium salt or an acidic metal salt, devices that contain yellow or white phosphorus, devices that combine an explosive and a detonator or blastingcap, and any device that has not been a.pproved by tile DOT.

G-3.7 Approval. All consumer fireworks (Fireworks UN0336), novelties and theatrical pyrotechnics offered for transportation in the United States must be classified and approved for transportation purposes by tile DOT, in accordance with die following procedure.

*C-3.7. ! Fireworks and Novelties containing only mixtures of chemicals specified in Table G.4.3-1 but none of the chemicals prohibited bySection (3-3.6. For each item for which appro~d is sought, manufacturers sball submit a copy of tile Approval Applica- tion (see APA 87- Appendix D) to the DOT. DOT may issue an approval for the device as "lAG" based on the information contained in die form or, at its option, may require laboratory examination by file Bureau of Explosives, Burean of Mines, or other laboratory acceptable to DOT.

* a (;-3.7.2 Consumer fireworks devices and the trical pyrotechnics containing any cbemical not specified in Table C,-4.3-l, but none of the chemicals prohibited by Section G-3.6. For each item for which approval is sought, the manufacturer shall submit a sample of each device to the Bureau of Explosives, Bureau of Mines, or other laboratory acceptable to DOT (such as a recognized competent authority for fireworks manufactured abroad) for examination and thermal stability testing. Tile manufacturer shall dlen submit a fireworks Approval Application (see APA 87-1 Appendix D) togedler will1 the appropriate laboratory reports to DOT. DOT may then issue approval based on tile information contained in the application andaccompanylng laboratory reports.

*(3-3.7.3 Theatrical pyrotechnics containing only mixtures of cbemicals specified in Table (;-4.3-1. For each item for whidl approval is sought, manufacturers shall submit a copy of the Approval Application (see APA 87-1 Appendix D) to the DOT. DOT may issne an approval for tile device as 1.4G ~ based on the information contained in the form or, at its opdon, may require laboratory examination by the Bureau of Explosives, Bureau of Mines, or other laboratory acceptable to DOT.

*C-$.7.4 If classification other than as "l.4G" is sought, the DOT

~bP rOVal procedure in 49 C.F.R. 175.56(b)(1) must be followed: is includes obtaining a Laboratory Report from the Bureau of

Explosives, or other laboratory acceptable to DOT. *¢3-3.8 Marking and Labeling. Fireworks intended for consumer

sale and use sball be labeled in conformance with tile requirements

of file Federal Hazardous Substances Act and regulations promulgated thereunder in 18 G.F.R. Part 1500. All outside packaging containingfireworks must be marked and labeled in conformance with 49 C.F.IL Part 172. (See APA 87-1 Appendix C ,and C,-5 of this Appendix for details and examples).

C-4 Requirements for Display Fireworks Devices. NOTE: Devices in this category, formerly classed as Class B

Explosives, Special Fireworks, are now classed as ~I.3G," under the U.N. system and referred to in this appendix as "Display Fireworks."

*G-4.1 Types of Display Fireworks Devices. The following fireworks devices are subject to the requirements of G-4 of this Appendix.

C.,-4.l.l Aerial Shell. A cylindrical or spherical cartridge containing chemical composition exceeding 40 grams in weight or explosive composition exceeding 130 milligrams (2 grains) per report, and a black powder propelling charge (lift charge). Shells .are most commonly 3 in. (76 ram) to 6 in. (152 mm) in diameter, and are fired from metal or heavy cardboard tubes. Upon firing, the lift charge is consumed and the cartridge is expelled into tile air. A pyroteclmic effect is produced near the apogee of flight~

*G-4.1.2 Salute. Paper-wrapped or cardboard tube containing explosive composition in excess of 130 milligrams (2 grains). Upon ignition, noise and a flash of light are produced.

C,-4.1.3 Other Fireworks Devices. *C-4.1.3.1 When the qu,-mtlty of explosive and /o r pyrotechnic

composition exceeds the limit for inclusion in the "Fireworks UN0336" category, devices enumerated in Section C,3.1 are classed as "I.3G" ,and described as "Fireworks UN0335 ~ (formerly described as "Fireworks, Special" and classed as "Class B Explosives"). This includes multiple tnbe devices containing more than 900 grams of total chemical composition.

*C-4.1.3.2 Certain devices intended for signaling, illuminating, and incendiary purposes such as railway torpedoes, airplane flares, illuminating projectiles, incendiary and smoke projectiles, and flash cat, tridges, formerly classed as "Special Fireworks," no longer fall into tile "Fireworks" category under the DOT regulations effective on 10/1/91 and are not part of this Appendix. C,-4.2 Construction of Aerial Shells. C,-4.2.1 Each shell shall be identified only in terms of tile inside

diameter (and not die circumference) of the mortar in which it can be safely used. (e.g., 3 in. [76 mm] shells are only for use in 3 in. [76 mm] mortars).

C,-4.2.2 Each shell shall be constructed so that the difference between the inside diameter of the mortar in which it can be safely used and the outside diameter of the shell is no less than 1/8 in. (3.2 ram) and no more than 1 /4 in. (6.4 ram) for sheUs not exceeding 3 in. (76 ram) or 1/2 in. (12.7 ram) for shells larger than 3 in. (76 ram).

(;-4.2.3 Each shell must be labeled with the type of shell, the diameter measurement, and tile name of the manufacttlrer or distributor.

C-4.2.4 The length of the internal delay fuse and the amount of lift charge must be sized to ensure proper functioning of the shell in its mortar. Quick match fuse, if required, must be long enough to allow not less than 6 in. (152 ram) of fitse to protrude from the mortar after the shell is properly inserted.

G-4.2.5 The lengti1 of exposed black match on a shell may not be less than 3 in. (76 ram) and tile fuse shall not be folded or doubled back under the safety cap. Also, the time delay between ignition of the tip of the exposed IMack match and ignition of the lift charge may not be less than 3 seconds to allow the operator to retreat safely.

C,-4.2.6 A safety cap shall be installed over tile exposed end of the fuse. The safety ~-'tp must be of a different color than that used for the paper of the fiise.

*G-4.3 Approval. Prior to being offered for transportation in tile United States all Display Fireworks (Fireworks 1.3G) must be classified and approved by DOT in accordance with the following procedures.

*(3-4.3.1 Devices cont~.ining only mixtures of chemicals spedfied in Table C,-4.3-1. The manufacturer shall submit a copy of the Approval Application (see APA 87-1 Appendix D) to DOT for any item that has not previously been approved by DOT. DOT may issue an approval for the device based on the information contained in file form or, at its option, may require laboratory examination by the Bureau of Explosives, Bureau of Mines, or other laboratory acceptable to DOT.

*C_,-4.3.2 Devices containing any chemical not specified in Table C,-4.3-1. For each item for which approval is sought, the mantffac- turer sball submit a sample of each pyrotechnic mixture containing any chemical not specified in Table C,-4.3-1 to the Bureau of Explosives or other laboratory acceptable to DOT for examination. The manufacturer shall d-ten submit a Fireworks Approval Applica- tion (see APA 87-1 Appendix D), together with the appropriate laboratory reports to DOT. DOT may then issue approval based on the information contained in tile application and accompanying laboratory report(s).

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Chemical

*Table C,.4.$.1 Standard Fireworks Chemicals

Aluminum Ammonium Perchlorate Antimony Antimony Sulfide Barium Carbonate Barium Nitrate BaritÁm Sulfate Boric Acid Calcium C~arbo nate (LMcium Sulfate Carbon or Charcoal Copper Metal Copper Oxide Copper Salts (except Copper Chlorate) Dextrine Hexantethylenen ete tmmine (Hexanfine) Iron and Iron Alloys (e.g., Ferro/Titanium) Iron Oxide Magnalium (Magnesium/Alunfinum) Magnesium (in display fireworks and thea~ical pyrotechnics only) Magnesium Carbonate Magnesium Sulfate Nitrocellulose based lacquers Phosphorus, Red (only as provided in Table C,3.6.1) Potassium or Sodium Benzoate Potassium Bichromate (Potassium Dichromate) (not to exceed 5% of formulation) Potassium Chlorate (only as provided in Table G3.6.1)

• Potassium Hydrogen Phthalate Potassium Nitrate Potassium Perchlorate Potassium Sulfate Sodium Bicarbonate (Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate) Sodimn Nitrate Sodium Salicylate Sodium Salts (except Sodium Chlorate) Sodium Sulphate Strontium Carbonate Strontium Nitrate Strontium Salts (except Strontium Chlorate) Strontium SuLfate Sulfur Titanium (particle size > 100 mesh if lAG or 1.4S Fireworks)

Typical Use

Fuel Oxygen Donor Fuel Fuel Neutralizer Oxygen Donor Oxygen Donor Neutralizer Neutralizer FuO~e en Donor

Color Agent Oxygen Donor, Color Agent Color Agent Fuel/Binder Fuel Fuel FuO~e en Donor

Fuel Neutralizer

BroOke 'n D°n°r r Fuel Whisde Oxygen Donor

O~gien Donor sde

Oxygen Donor Oxygen Donor Oxygen Donor Neutralizer Ox~ien Donor

she Color Agent Oxygen Donor Color Agent Oxygen Donor Color Agent Oxygen Donor Fuel Fuel

Miscellaneous Compounds: Organic compounds (compounds such as lactose, shellac, red gum,

chlorinated paraffin and polyvinyi chloride, consisting of some combination of carbon with hydrogen, oxygen and /o r chlorine; nitrogen may be present if it accounts for less than 10 percent (by weight) of tile compound.)

NOTE: Exact chemical identity of each "Organic compound" must be included when submitting an Approval Application (See APA 87- 1 Appendix D) to DOT.

C-5 Shipping Requirements. *G5.1 Transportation Regulating Authorities. Transportation of fireworks is regulated by the United States Department of Transpor- tation (DOT). Some states and municipalities also regulate transportation of fireworks through their jurisdiction, often by incorporation of Federal Regulations.

*C-5.2 Approval. Except for samples prepared in accordance with DOT regulations, no fireworks device or novelty may be offered for transportation or transported until it is classed and approved by DOT, and an approval number (EX number) is issued(49 C.F.R.§ 173.86). See C-$ and G-4 of this Appendix and APA 87-1 Appendix D.

*C-5.2.1 EX Numbers for fireworks contained in a shipping carton must be marked on tile shipping carton or on the shipping paper.

*C,5.2.2 Cartons containing more than 5 different fireworks devices must be marked with at least 5 of the EX numbers covering items in the carton, or the EX numbers must appear on file shipping paper [49 C.F.IL § 172.320(c) and (d)].

G-3 Packaging. With certain exceptions, "Fireworks UN0335" (formerly "Special Fireworks"), "Fireworks UN0336" (formerly "Common Fireworks") and "Novelties," must be securely packaged in containers complying with DOT regulations. Gross weight limitation per package is now dictated by the weight marked on the certified packaging. Until October 1, 1996, these materials may be P acidified in accordance with the regulations in effect on September 31, (i.e., DOT 12B boxes). These materials may be offered in accordance with the new package requirements promulgated under Docket No. HM-181 as of January 1, 1991. However, except as noted below, compliance with these new package standards is mandatory as

of October 1, 1996. Fireworks packagedprior to October 1, 1991 in packagings that comply with previous DOT regulations (such as 12B boxes) may be used until October 1, 2001, but only for shipments in domestic commerce ,and only if the package has not been emptied or refilled on or after October 1, 1991. [49 C.F.R. 171.14(c)]. Articles with match or friction tip i~nition must be packed so that each individual tip is protected agaanst accidental contact or friction (49 C.F.R. 173.108). Loose chemical composition may not be present in packages in transportation (172.102(c)(108).

*G-5.$.1. Toy Cap Packaging. Until October 1, 1996, toy caps may be packaged in accordance with Section 173.109 of Title 49 C.F.R. in effect on September 31, 1991 (i.e., DOT 12B fiberboard boxes, with gross weight not to exceed 65 pounds (30 kg). Toy caps must be packagedin inner containers meeting the requirements specified in Section C-$.2.5 of this Appendix. Toy caps shall not be packed with other fireworks.

*C-5.4 Placards. Unless otherwise provided, each motor vehicle, freight container and rail car must bear appropriate placards on each end and each side (49 C.F.R. § 172.504 (a)). Vehicles containing packages of Consumer Fireworks or Novelties which are labeled "1.4G" require a "1.4G" or "Explosive 1.4G" placard (use of the word "explosive" is optional). (49 G.F.R. 172.523), except that highway andrai l shipments of less than 1000 pounds gross weight of such fireworks need not bear a placard (49 C.F.IL § 172.504(c)). Vehicles containing Display Fireworks in any.quantity r,,e~, uire an " l .3G" or "Explosive 1.3G" placard (the word explosive is optional) (49 C.F.R. 173.522). If both "lAG" and "l.3G" are present in a shipment, only die "1.3G" placard is required. Until October 1, 1994, transport vehicles and freight containers may be placarded wifll the old placards (i.e., "Class B Explosive" or "Dangerous" placard) and dleseplacards may be used for domestic highway transportation only until October 1, 2001.

*G-5.5 Package Marking and Labeling. Each person who offers fireworks for transportation si-shali ensure that the package displays the appropriate square-on-point label (49 C.F.R. § 172.400[a] and 172.411 ). Consumer Fireworks, Toy Smoke Devices and Trick Noise Makers are either classed as "l.4G," "1.4S," or not regulated for transportation purposes and Display Fireworks are classed as "I.3G"

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(49 C.F.IL § 172.101). Tile label must be printed or affixed to the surface of the package near tile proper shipping name and identifcation number, which are also required to appear on tile package (49 C.F.IL § 172.301(a)).

*C-5.6 Shipping Papers. Each person who offers a fireworks device or novelty for transportation sball describe the item on a shipping paper. Tbe description must include the proper shipping name (49 C.F.R. § 172.101 Table, Col. 2), the hazard class of the material, the identification number (Col. 4), the packing group(Col. 5), and the total quantity covered by the description (49 C.F.R. 172.202(a)). Consumer fireworks (Common fireworks) would be described as follows: "Fireworks, 1.4G, UN 0336, PG II." Display Fireworks (Special Fireworks) would be described as ~Fireworks, 1.3G, UN 0335, PG II." In addition, the shipper shall certify that tile shipment is properly classified, marked and labeled (49 C.F.R. 172.204(a)).

NOTE: Ex numbers shall ,also appear on shipping papers unless they are marked on each shipping carton.

G-6 References. *C-6.1 ~Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations parts 171 to 180,

U.S. Department of Transportation". May be obhained from the Superintendent of Documents. U.S. Government Printing Office, W~hington, D.C. 20402 or as republished by Bureau of Explosives as "Hazardous Materials Regulations of the Department of Transporta- tion", available from the Association of Amerlcan Railroads, 50 "1 ~ Street, N.W., Washington D.C. 20001.

*C-6.2 "Title 16, Code of Federal Regulations Parts 1000 to End, Consumer Product S,'ffety Commission." May be obtained from the Superintendent of flocuments, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington D.C. 20402. Extracts of these regulations pertaining to fireworks only may be obtained from the American Pyrotechnics Association. SUBSTANTIATION: This text has been extracted from dae American Pyrotechnics Association Standard 87-1 to provide users of this document with the approved definitions used in Federal Regulations for fireworks, novelties and tileaU'ical pyrotechnics. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


Editorial Corrections

The Committee on Pyrotechnics notes the following editorial corrections to NFPA 1124, Code for the Manufacture, Transporta- tion and Storage of Fireworks.

1. 2-4(b) Cllange tile word "may" to "can." 2. 2-5.2 Exception; Change the word "may" to "shall be permitted

to." 3. 2-6.6 Cbange tile word "must" to "shall" in both places. 4. 2-9.1 Change the word "may" to "can." 5. 2-10.3 Note; Change the word "may" to "can." 6. 4-2.3 Change tile word "must" to "shall."

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(Log #CP77) 1125- 1 - (Title): Accept SUBMITEER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise document title to read as follows: "NFPA 1125, Code for the Manufacture of MOdel Rocket and High

Power Rocket Motors" SUBSTANTIATION: Tile Code should apply equally to high power rocket motors as well as model rocket motors. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 25 NEGATIVE: Roberts NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Does not include motor reload kits.

(Log #CP2) 1125- 2 - (1-1.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the name of the reference to read: "See NFPA 1122, Code for Model Rocketry."

SUBSTANTIATION: Tile name of NFPA 1122 has been changed. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 2fi NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP4) 1125- 3 - (1-1.2): Accept SUBMITrElta Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Renumber 1-1.2 as 1-1.3 per 1125-4 (Log #CP3) and revise to read:

1-1.3 This code shall not apply to the sale and use of: (a) Model rocket motors (See NFPA 1122, Code for Model

Rocketry). (b) High power rocket motors.

SUBSTANTIATION: This is a model rocket motor and high-power rocket motor manufacturing code. Separate codes exist or are in

rocess coverin sale and use. EOMMITTEE ~ O N : Accept. NUMBER OF COMMIT1"EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #cP3) 1125- 4- (1-1.2 (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new I-1.2 and renumber remaining paragraphs. New I-1.2 to read as follows:

I-1.2 This code shall also apply to high power rocket motors. SUBSTANTIATION: This code has been expanded to cover high PcOWer rocket motors.

OMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMM]TYEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrI'rEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 25 NEGATIVE: Roberts NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Does not include motor reload kits

(Log #CP6) 1125- 5 - (1-1.6 (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I ECOMMENDATION: Add a new 1-1.6 as follows: 1-1.6 This Code shall not apply to tile assembly of reloadable

model rocket motors or reloadable high power rocket motors by the u s e r .

SUBSTANTIATION: Assembly of reloadable motors by a user should not be considered as "manufacturing." COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMI1~I'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrlWEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 20 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP5 ) 1125- 6- (1-2.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 1-2.1 to add tile words "and high

g ower rocket motors" to tile end of the sentence. UBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to cover high ower rocket motors. OMMITrEE ACTION: Accept.

NUMBER OF COMMITI'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 25 NEGATIVE: Roberts NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Does not include motor reload kits

(Log #CP7) 1125- 7 - (1-3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 1-3 to read as follows:

1-$ Equivalency. Nothing in this code is intended to prevent the use of systems, methods, or devices of equicalent or superior quality, strength, fire resistance, effectiveness, durability, and safety ov-er those prescribed by this Code, provided technical documentation is submitted to tile authority bavingjurisdictlon to demonstrate equivalency and tile system, method or device is approved for tile intended purpose. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with tile NFPA Manual of Style regarding language for Equivalency. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrIWEE ACTION:


(Log #CP8) 1125- 8 - (1-4 Approved, Authority Having Jurisdiction, and Listed): Accept SUBMI'FrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: 1. Add an asterisk to tile definition for A~.proved and move tile NOTE to become appendix material.

Add an asterisk to tile definition for Authority Having jurisdiction and move tile NOTE to become appendix material.

3. Add an asterisk to the definition for Listed and move tile NOTE t o become appendix material. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, McIntyre, Pier

(Log #CP9) 1125- 9 - (1-4 Composite Propellant Model Rocket Motor): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "Model" from the title and the body of file definition. Revise to read:

Composite Propellant Rocket Motor. Any device as defined under "rocket motor" below, but which utilizes a propellant charge consisting primarily of an inorganic oxidizer dispersed in a carbonaceous polymeric binder. SUBSTANTIATION: Tile Code has been expanded to include high power rocket motors. COMI~'IVrEE ACTION: Accept.

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VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

( Log #CP 10) 1125. 10- (1-4 Explosive): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the words "a Class A or Class B" and replace with the word "an" in dae last sentence of die definition. SUBSTANTIATION: High power rocket motors are UN Explosives Class 1.2 or 1.3. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP15) 1125- 15 - (1-4 Igniter): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Igniter to read:

Igniter. A device containing a small quantity of igniting compound in contact wifl~ a bridge wire or resistance element used to ignite a rocket motor. SUBSTANTIATION: The definition has been modified to include

niters that use resistance elements other than bridge wires. MMITTEE ACTION: Accept.


AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, McIntyre, Pier

(LOg #CP1 I) 1125- II - (I-4 Facility): Accept SUBMIT'I~Pa Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise definition of Facility to read as follows:

Facility. All land and buildings (includin~ the rocket motor plant) comprising a rocket manufacturing operauon. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of meaning and to incorporate hi h ower rocket motor manufacturin . C ~ I ~ I T I ' E E ACTION: Accept. g NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI 2) 1125- 12- (1-4 Flash Powder): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the definition of Flash Powder. SUBSTANTIATION: The term is not used in dais Code. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPI 4) 1125- 13 - (1-4 High Power Rocket Motor (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for High Power Rocket Motor as follows:

High Power Rocket Motor. A rocket motor of more than 160 newton-seconds but less than 40,160 newton-seconds total impulse or producing more allan 80 newtons average thrust. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to cover high power rocket motors. COMMYITEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP13) 1125- 14 - (1-4 Highway): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of"Highway ~ to read:

Highway. Any public street, public alley or public road. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent and change to be consistent with other NFPA codes. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29

(Log #CP16) 1125- 16 - (1-4 Inhabited Building): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Comnuttee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise definition of Inhabited Building to read as follows:

Inhabited Building. A building re. gnlaxly occupied in whole or in part as a habitation for human beings, or any church, schoolhouse, railroad station, store, or other structure where people are accus- tomed to assemble, except any building or structure occupied in connection with the rocket motor plant. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent COMMITFEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 2o VOTE ON COMMIT1"EE ACTION:


(Log #CP17) 1125- 17 - (1-4 Manu facto re): Accept SUBMITI'ER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise definition for Manufacture to read ,as follows:

Manufacture. Tile preparation of propellant, delay, and ejection mixes and tile loading and assembly of model rocket or high power rocket motors and igniters. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high power rocket motors. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITIT.E MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Exempts assembly of model rocket motors.

(Log #CP18) 1125- 18- (1-4 Model Rocket Motor): Accept SUBMIT'I~R: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the title of the reference from "NFPA 1122, Code for Unmanned Rockets" to "NFPA 1122, Code For Model Rocketry". SUBSTANTIATION: The name of NFPA 1122 has been changed. COMMr[TEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP 19) 1125- 19 - (1-4 Model Rocket Motor Plant): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the Word "Model" in the entry and move to the appropriate alphabetical location in 1-4 and revise to read:

Rocket Motor Plant. All land and buildings hereon used for file mantffacture or processing of propellants and model rocket or high power rocket motors, including storage buildings with or in connection with plant operation. - SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include laigh power rocket motors. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Definition is not complete wid~out the mention of

motor reload kits.

COMMrITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP24) 1125- 24- (1-4 Rocket Motor (New)): Accept SUBMrITER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Rocket Motor to read as follows: Rocket Motor. As used in this Code, rocket motor means mode[

rocket motor or high power rocket motor. SUBSTANTIATION: Tbe Code has been expanded to include lfigh PcOWer rocket motors.

OMM1TrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrlWEE ACTION:


1

(Log #CP20) 1125. 20 - (1-4 Nonprocess Building): Accept SUBMrlWER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "model" in the definition of Nonprocess Building. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include Ifigh power rocket motors. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept- NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP21) 1125. 21 - ( 1-4 Pressinl~ System): Accept SUBMITTER: Techmcal Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "model" in the definition of Pressing System. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code bas been expanded to include high PcOWer rocket motors.

OMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITIT_.E MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP22) 1125. 22 - (1-4 Railway): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "model" in the definition of Railway. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high

ower rocket motors. OMMIT]'EE ACTION: Accept.

NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP23) 1125- 23 - (1.4 Reloadable Rocket Motor (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new definition for Reloadable Rocket Motor to read ,as follows:

Reloadable Rocket Motor. A rocket motor that has been designed ,and manufactured so that the user can load, re-load and re-use the pressure containing body or casing using the parts and components of a motor reloading kit specifically designed, manufactured, and intended for use with that rocket motor casing by the manufacturer. SUBSTANTIATION: New technology has made possible a reloadable rocket motor. Definition therefore is needed.

(Log #CP78) 1125- 25 - ( 1-4 Storage Building): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the definition of Storage Building to read as follows: Storage Building. Any building or structure in the rocket motor

plant in which model rocket motors or high power rocket motors in any state of processing or in which finished model rocket motors or high power rocket motors are stored, but in which no processing or manufacturing is actually performed. - - SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high pCower rocket motors.

OMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITI'EE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Definition is not complete without the mention of

motor reload kits.

(Log #CP79) 1125- 26 - (1-4 Warehouse): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add "or high power rocket motors" to the end of sentence and revise to read:

Warehouse. Any building or structure used exclusively for the storage of materials that are not used to manufacture model rocket motors or high power rocket motors. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high power rocket motors. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP82) 1125. 27 - (Chapter 2 Tide): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the title of Chapter 2 to read:

"Chapter 2 Manufacturing Operations for Rocket Motors" SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high

ower rocket motors. OMMI'FrEE ACTION: Accept.



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(Log #CP83) 1125. 28- (2-1.1, 2-2.1, and 2-2.1.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Delete flae word "model" from flae identified paragraphs. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high

ower rocket motors. OMMITrEE ACTION: Accept.

NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrrrEE ACTION:


(Log #CP66) ! 125-29- (2-1.2 (New)): Accept SUBMITrER= Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new 2-1.2 ,as follows:

2-1.2 The manufacture of any rocket motor shall be prohibited in any residence, dwelling or any inhabited building in an area zoned residential by the local building anthorlty and building codes in effect. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee does not believe it is safe to manufacture rocket motors in die mentioned locations. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept~ NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP80) 1125- 30 - (2-4): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "model" from the section and revise to read:

2-4 Applicability. All rocket motor plants that manufacture black powder-based motors sh,all meet flae requirements of dais cbapter. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high pCower rocket motors.

OMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 N()T RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP81) 1125- 31 - (Table 2-0.1 and Notes): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Table 2-6.1 and notes to read:

Table 2-6.1 Minimum Separation Distances of Process Buildings from Inhabited Buildings, Passenger Railways, and Public

Highways !

Distance from Passenger Railways Distance from

Net Weight of Rocket and Public Inhabited Motor Composition 2 l-li~wa~s 3,4 Buildin~ 3,4

Pounds Feet Feet 10O 200 200 200 200 200 400 200 200 600 200 208 800 200 252

1 tO00 200 292

For SI Units: 1 pound = 0.454 kg I foot = 0.305 m

NOTE I:

NOTE 2:

NOTE 3:

NOTE 4:

This table does not apply to sep,'u'ation distances for magazines containing 1.4 or 1.3 explosives. Net weight of all propellant, delay, and ejection composmon only. See Chapter 1 for definitions of"passenger railways," "public highways," and "inhabited buildings." All distances in this table are to be applied with or without barricades or screenqype barricades.

SUBSTANTIATION: The table in the old edition has been replaced by dae currently accepted table. COMMrrrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrIWEE ACTION:


(Log #CP25) 1125- 32 - (Table 2-6.2 and Notes): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise Table 2-6.2 and Notes as follows:

Table 2-6.2 Minimum Separation Distances at Rocket Motor Manufacturing Plants 1

Distance of Magazine from Distance Between

Process Buildings Process Buildings Net Weight of Low and Nonproceas and Nonprocess

Explosives Buildings 2"~ Buildings 2,3 Pounds Feet Feet

100 80 30 200 35 35 400 44 44 600 51 51 800 56 56

1,000 60 60 2,000 76 76 3,000 87 87

For SI Units: 1 pound = 0.454 kg 1 foot 0.305 m

NOTE 1 :

NOTE 2:

NOTE 3:

For the purposes of applying separation distances in Table 2-6.2, process buildings include mixing buildings or any buildings in which propellant, pyrotechnic, or explosive compositions are pressed or otherwise prepared for finishing and assembling. Nonprocess buildings are office buildings, warehouses, and other facility buildings where no propellant, delay, or explosive compositions are processed. Distances apply with or without barricades or screen-type barricades. Distanceq include those between magazines, between a magazine, and a process building. ,.and between a magazine and a nonprocess braiding.

SUBSTANTIATION: The table in the old edition has been replaced by the currendy accepted table. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMrITEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP26) 1125- 33 - (2-6.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-6.3 to read:

2-6.3 Magazines containing eldler black powder or Explosives 1.1, 1.2, or 1.3 shall be separatedfrom each other and from inhabited buUdings, public highways, and passenger railways according to the distances specified by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms or Table 2-6.3. SUBSTANTIATION: The revision reflects current separation distance tables. COMMITTEE ACTION: AccepL NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP27) 1125- 34 - (Table 2-6.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Teclmical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: 1. Revise the Heading of Table 2-6.3 to read:

Minimum Separation Distances for Magazines Storing Black Powder or 1.3 Propellant from Inhabited Buildings, Public High- ways/and Odler Magazines Storing Black Powder or 1.4 Propellant

2. Revise edition date from "1983" to "1991."

Table ~-6.$ Minimum Selmrmtlom Dia4ancm for Matpmbms Storin g Black Powder or I J Propellant from Inhabited Buildings, l.e~uc H ~ m m ~ mid Other Mqmimm SUr~q nb,=k X'm, dor or l~ ~ u l ~ , m

(The American Table of Dimmnces b completely reproduced from the American Table of Distances for Storage of Explosives as revised and approved by the Institute of Makers of'Explosives in June of 1091.)

II I

Dimncm in Feet

Q,, . , ,en d ~q~..he~,.

Puseqor h U w a l m - e , a ~ msn,,,,,m, , , , ~

l ~ b l k Hi~w~.~ T n , f k Voh~e of Mm~

]Pemsds Pomds ~ Uskmrri- h n ' b Unl~rri- Bard- Unbwri- Bsrri- Usburl- Oem" Nat ~ csded ~T'm csded csded ~'m cmded cmded ~'Ta) csded caded m'T'~ csded

0 5 70 140 50 60 51 102 6 12 5 10 90 180 35 70 64 198 8 16

10 20 I10 920 45 90 81 162 10 90 90 $0 125 250 50 100 93 186 11 92 30 40 140 280 55 110 105 206 12 94

40 50 150 300 60 120 110 220 14 28 50 75 170 340 70 140 127 954 15 30 75 100 190 880 75 150 139 278 16 32

100 125 900 400 80 160 150 600 18 36 195 156 915 450 85 170 159 318 19 38

160 200 955 470 95 190 175 350 21 42 200 250 955 510 105 210 189 378 23 46 950 ~ 0 270 540 110 990 201 402 94 48 300 400 *295 590 120 240 221 449 97 54 400 600 320 640 130 260 238 476 29 58

500 600 MO 680 155 270 255 506 31 62 600 700 355 710 145 990 966 539 32 64 700 800 375 750 150 500 278 556 33 66 800 900 390 780 155 310 989 578 35 70 900 1,000 400 800 160 320 300 600 36 72

1,000 1,200 425 850 165 $30 318 636 39 78 1,200 1,400 450 900 170 340 336 672 41 82 1,400 1,600 470 940 175 350 3.51 702 43 86 1,600 1,800 490 980 180 500 366 732 44 88 1,800 2,000 505 1,010 185 370 378 756 45 90

2,000 9,500 545 1,090 190 380 408 816 49 98 9,500 $,000 580 1,160 195 390 439 864 52 104 3,000 4,000 6$5 1,270 910 420 474 948 58 116 4,000 5,000 685 1,$70 995 450 513 1,026 61 129 5,000 6,000 730 1,460 235 470 546 1,092 65 130

6,000 7,000 770 1,540 945 490 573 1,146 68 136 7,000 8,000 800 1,600 950 500 600 1,200 72 144 8,000 9,000 835 1,670 955 510 624 1,248 75 150 9,000 10,000 865 1,730 260 520 645 1,290 78 156

10,000 12,000 875 1,750 270 540 687 1,374 82 164

12,000 14,000 885 1,770 275 550 723 1,446 87 174 14,000 16,000 900 1,800 280 560 756 1,512 90 180 16,000 18,000 940 1,880 285 570 786 1,579 94 188 18,000 20,000 975 1,950 990 580 81 $ 1,626 98 196 20,000 25,000 1,055 2,000 315 630 876 1,752 105 210

28,000 50,000 1,130 2,000 540 680 933 1,866 119 fl24 30,000 35,000 1,205 2,000 360 790 981 1,962 119 236 $5,000 40,000 1,275 9,000 880 760 1,026 2,000 124 948 40,000 45,000 1,$40 2,000 400 800 1,068 2,000 129 258 45,000 50,000 1,400 2,000 420 840 1,104 2,000 155 270

50,000 55,000 1,460 2,000 440 880 1,140 2,000 140 280 55,000 60,000 1,515 2,000 455 910 1,173 2,000 145 290 60,000 65,000 1,565 2,000 470 940 1,206 2,000 150 $00 65,000 70,000 1,610 9,000 485 970 1,236 2,000 155 310 70,000 75,000 1,655 9,000 500 1,000 1,263 2,000 160 320

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Table 2-6.$ (continued)

Dbtsaees in Feet

Quantity of Explmive M.t~rtth ¢ ~ Iahablted B u i l d i ~ . 0~

Poun a- Pounds Bah'i- Unbarri- Over Not Over ~ a e a ~ ' J ° caded

P m a ~ q ~ r R a i l w a y s - Public Highways with

Public Highv~..lm T r d ~ Volume of More Seperutlon of Chum A to D c : ° than $,000 Vehiclm/Daf l t lu Mapzinna ¢m

~ m ' i - Unlarr i - ]~T i - Unhorri- Barri- Unimrrl- ~dled ~'Tm ~dled au im '~ 7m caded caded ~ ' ~ auled

75,000 80,000 1,695 2,000 50,000 85,000 1,750 2,000 85,000 90,000 1,760 2,000 90,000 95,000 1,790 2,000 95,000 100,000 1,815 2,000

510 1,020 1,295 2,000 165 330 520 1,040 1,317 2,000 170 340 530 1,060 1,344 2,000 175 350 540 1,080 1,368 2,000 180 360 545 1,090 1,392 2,000 185 370

100,000 110,000 1,835 2,000 110,000 120,000 1,855 2,000 120,000 130,000 1,875 2,000 130,000 140,000 1,890 2,000 140,000 150,000 1,900 2,000

550 1,100 1,437 2,000 195 390 555 1,110 1,479 2,000 205 410 560 1,120 1,521 2,000 215 430 565 1,150 1,557 2,000 225 450 570 1,140 1,593 2,000 235 470

150,000 160,000 1,935 2,000 160,000 170,000 1,965 2,000 170,000 180,000 1,990 2,000 180,000 190,000 2,010 2,010 190,000 200,000 2,030 2,030

580 1,160 1,629 2,000 245 490 590 1,180 1,662 2,000 255 510 600 1,200 1,695 2,000 265 530 605 1,210 1,725 2,000 275 550 610 1,220 1,755 2,000 285 570

200,000 210,000 2,055 2,055 210,000 230,000 2,100 2,100 250,000 250,000 2,155 2,155 250,000 975,000 2,215 2,215 275,000 300,000 2,275 2,275

620 1,240 1,782 2,000 295 590 635 1,270 1,836 2,000 315 630 650 1,300 1,890 2,000 335 670 670 1,340 1,950 2,000 360 720 690 1,380 2,000 2,000 385 770

Numhen in ( ) rder to explanatory note,.

F.a~plumtory Notes F.~mential to the Application of the American Table of Distances for Storage of Explmives

NOTE 1: "Explosive mtefials" means explosives, blasting agents, and detouamrs. NOTE 2: "Explosives" means any chemical compound, mixture, or device, the primary or common purpme of which is to function by explosion. A list of explosives determined to he within the coverage of "18 U.$.C. Chapter 40, Importation, Manufacturer, Dism'bntion and Storage of Explosive Mate- rials" k issued at least annualS/by the Director of theBurmu of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Fhearms of the Department of the Treasury. For quantity and distance purposes, detonating cord of 50 grains per foot should be cal- cu_._~t,,d as equivalent to 8 Ib (5.7 i ~ of high expimives per 1,000 ft (305 m). Heavier or lighter core loads should he rated pmportionnteiy. NOTE 8: "Blasting agents" means any material or mixture, conshting of furl and oxidizer, intended for blastins, not otherwise defined as an exp]o- sire: Provided that the finished product, as mixed for me or shipment, cannot he detonated by meam of a No. 8 test blasting cap when unconfined. NOTE 4: "DetonatOr ~ tueam any device containing any initiating or primary explosive that is used for initiating detonation. A detonator may not c~tain more than 10 g of total explmives by weight, excluding igniti~ c~ delay chergas. The term indudes, but is not limited to, electric llstin 8 caps of instantanoom and delay types, bfaming caps for use with safety fuses, detonating cord delay connecto~ and noneleculc imtantaneom and delay b~mting caps that me deumadng cord, shock tube, or any other replacement for dec- tric leg wires. All typa of det~v,~tors in strength~ through No. 8 cap should he rated at lYt lb (,7 kg) of explodves per 1,000 caps. For strLmgths higher than No. 8 ca b cemult the manufacturer. NOTE 5: "Magazine" means any building, structure, or container, other than an explmives manufacturing building, approved for the storage of explosive material,. NOTE 6: "Natural Barricade" means natural features of the ground, such as hab. or timber of sufficient density that the mrrounding exposures that require protection cannot he seen from the magazine when the trees are bare of leaves. NOTE 7: "Artificial Bart/cade" means an artificial mound or reverted wall of earth of a minimum thickness ors ft (0,9 m). NOTE 8: "Barricaded" means the effective screening of a building con-" raining expimive materials from the magazine or other building, railway, or

highway by a natural or an artificial barrier. A straight line from the top of any ddewali of the building containing explosive materials to the cave line of any magazine or other building or to a point 12 h (3.? m) above the cen- ter of a railway or highway shall pass through inch barrier. NOTE 9: "Inhabited Building" means a building regularly occupied in whole or part w a habitation for human beings, or any church, school- home, railroad station, store, or other structure where people are accus- tomed to assemble, except any building or structure occupied in connection with the manufacture, uamportation, storage, or use of explosive materials. NOTE 10: "Railway" means any stream, electric, or other railroad or railway that carries passengers for hire. NOTE 11: "Highway" means any public street, pub~ alley, or public road. NOTE 19: When 2 or more storage magazines are located on the same

roperty, each magazine must comply with the minimum distances specified m inhabited buildinp, railways, and highways, and, in addition, they

should he separated from each other by not less than the distances shown for "Separation of Magazines," except that the quantity of explosive nmteri- ab contained in detonator magazines shall govern in regard to the spacing of said detonator magazines from magazines containing other explosive materials. If any 9 or more magazines are separated from each other by less than the specified "Separation of Magazines" distances, then such 2 or more magazines, as a group, must be considered as 1 magazine, and the total quantity of explosive materials stored in such group must he treated as if stored in a single magazine located on the site of any magazine of the groul~ and must comply with the minimum of distances specified from other mag- asines, inhabited buildings, ca[lways, and highways. NOTE 13: Storage in excess of 300,000 lb (156,200 ks) of explosive materials in one magazine is generally not required for commercial enterptises. NOTE 14: This table applies only to the manufacture and permanent storage of commercial explosive materials. It is not applicable to transportation of explosives or any handling or temporary storage necessary or incident thereto. It is not intended to apply m bombs, projectiles, or other heavily encased explmives. NOTE 15: When a manufacturing building on an explmive materials plant site is designed to contain explosive materials, such building shall he located from Lnhabited buildings, public highways, and passenger railways in accordance with the American Table of Distances based on the ms,mum quantity of explosive materials permitted to he in the bm'lding at one time.

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SUBSTANTIATION: The table in tile old edition has been replaced by d~e currently accepted table. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE- MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP28) 1125- 35 - (2-7.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to "c.an ". SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP29) 1125- 36 - (2-7.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to "can" in file first sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with tile NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrlTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP84) 1125.37- (2-7.3, 2-8.1 Exception, 2-9.1, 2-9.2.1, 2-10.3, 2-11.3 (last sentence), 2-12.5.1, 2-12.6 Exception, 2-13.3.1, 4-4.11,4-4.13, 4-4.14, 4-4.15, and 4-4.16): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change terminolo~}y, throughout die Code from "explosive or pyrotechnic material ~ to 'propellant composition," SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification. Some propellant materials do not explode but will burn vigorously instead. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Pyrotechnic is more encompassing. Propellant

materials does not cover delay materials.

(Log #CPSS) 1125- 40 - (2-9.3.2): Accept SUBMITFER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-9.3.2 to read as follows:

2-9.3.2 When temporary lighting is necessary within a magazine, electric safety flashlights, electric safety lanterns, or chemical Uluminescent lighting shall be used:

Exception: Listed portable lighting equipment shall be permitted to be used during repmair operations,, provided the area has been cleared of all propellant materials and all dust or residue has been removed by washing. SUBSTANTIATION: Chemical illuminescent lighting is a new development that is safe to use under these conditions. COMMrITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP1 ) 1125- 41 - (2-11.7): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the first instance of "may" to "is" and the second instance of "may" to "can" and revise to read:

2-11.7 Personnel whose clothing is contaminated with explosive or psafeYrOtechnic composition to a degree that can endanger personnel

ty shall not be permitted in smoking locations. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance to NFPA Style Manual, clarification, and safety considerations. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMrVrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP34) 1125- 42 - (2-12.6): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to "can". SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with tile NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CPSO) 1125- 38 - (2-9.2.1): Accept SUBMITIT_.JR: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "ma~' to "can ~. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITrEE ACTION:


(LOg #CP32) 1125- 43- (2-13.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Teclmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to "can". SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with tile NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITIT~ ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


( Log #CP$1 ) 1125. 39 - (2-9.3): Accept

'SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 2-9.3 to read as follows:

2-9.3 All wiring, switches, and electrical fixtures in process buildings shall comply widl NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, and be suitable for hazardous locations Class II, Group E, Division 1. (See Article 502 of NFPA 70, National Electriad Code.)

(Log #CP35) 1125- 44 - (2-13.3.1): Accept SUBMIq[~/'ER: TechnicM Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may ~ to the word "can" in the first sentence.

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SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMrlTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF CO MI'ITEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP36) 1125- 45 - (2-14): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "Model" from the heading. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high PcOWer rocket motors.

OMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP37) 1125- 46 - (Chapter 3 Title): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise title to read:

Chapter 3 Limited Quantity Manufacturing Operations for Composite Propellant Rocket Motors. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high

ower rocket motors. OMMITTEE ACTION: Accept.

NUMBER OF COMMI'Iq'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP38) 1125- 47 - (3-1.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "model". SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high



(Log #CP39) 1125- 48 - (3-1.1.1): Accept SUBMITT£R: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise text in parentheses to read "(Explo- sive 1.3 or lesser classification)'. SUBSTANTIATION: Required by adoption and use of the new United Nations classifications for explosive materials. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrrrEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: ROBERTS: Is black powder used? Ejection charge etc.

SUBSTANTIATION: Classification of Committee intent. Sigma blade or other types of mixers with moving elements in the propellant mixture are not considered to be safe for the manufacture of model or high power rocket motors. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON CoMMrIWEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP41) 1125- 50 - (3-1.1.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise ~-1.1.3 to read:

3-1.1.3 The propellant batch being mixed at any one time shall not exceed a weight of 35 Ib (15.9 kg). SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee believes that mixing up to 35 pounds of propellant at once is a quantity that possess a minimum and acceptable safety llazard. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP86) 1125- 51 - (3-1.3): Accept SUBMITTERa Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "model." SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high power rocket motors. COMMI'['rEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP42) 1125- 52- (3-2.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Delete file word "model". SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high power rocket motors. COMMrITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TOVOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP43) 1125- 53 - (3-2.1.1): Accept SUBMI'ITERa Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics

I RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "model'. SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high



(Log #CP40) 1125- 49 - (3-1,1.2): Accept $UBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyroteclmics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-1.1.2 to read ,as follows:

3-1.. 1.2 The ropellant ingredients, are. mixed either, by hand or in a mixer ti~at gt~es not use mowng parts m contact w~th the propellant composition to effect mixing.

(Log #CP44) 1125- 54- (3-4.1): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-4.1 to read as follows: 3-4.1 The storage of ammonium perchlocate oxidizer shipped in

250 Ib (113.4 kg)-drums shall complywith NFPA 43A, Code for the Storage of Solidand Liquid Oxidizers.

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SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with NFPA 43A, Code for the Storage of Solid and Liquid Oxidizers. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


COMMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE: BOLES: Additional wording should be added at the end of the

sentence..."and should also comply with ATF Regulations where applicable." It should be stated that this requirement must also meet federal government regulations considering dangers ,associated with the storage of ammoninm perchlorate.

DEWILLE: Additional wording should be added at the end of the sentence.. ."and should also comply with ATF Regulations where applicable." It should be stated that this requirement must also meet federal government regulations considering dangers assodated with the storage of ammonium perchiorate.

(Log #CP46) 1125- 55 - (3-4.2): Accept SUBMI'FFER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Renumber 3-4.2 as 3-4.3 as per 1125-56 (Log #CP45) and revise to read: 3-4.3 Uncast propellant mix in excess of 100 Ib (45.4 kg) shall be

stored in magazines meeting the requirements of Chapter 4. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee believes this quantity constitutes a minimum acceptable safety hazard. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITI'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


COMMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE: BOLES: Appears to be in conflict with 3-8.2 and ~8.$. Needs

clarification and additional discussion as to amount limits. DEWILLE: Appears to be in cov_flict with 3-8.2 and 5-8.3. Needs

clarification and additional discussion as to amount limits.

NUMBER OF COMMIIWEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP49) 1125- 59 - (3-5.4.2): Accept S U B ~ Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Renumber 3-5.4.2 as 3-5.5 and revise to read:

3-5.5 A remotely activated or automatic water deluge or sprinkler system shall beprovided to the mix room or building. The deluge system or sprinkler system shall be acceptable to the authority having

jurisdiction. SUBSTANTIATION: An automatic system should be cited as acceptable under this Code. A sprinkler system may be adequate and preferable under some conditions. COMMITFEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMIT]'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP50) 1125- 60- (~6.1.1): Accept SUBMITIT.R: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change "150 sq ft (13.5 sq m)" to "100 sq ft (9 sq m)." SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with NFPA 101@, Life Safety Code@. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP45) 1125- 56- (3-4.2 (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new 3-4.2 and renumber remaining paragraphs. Add new 34.2 as follows:

3-4.2 In-process storage of less than 100 Ib (45.4 kg) of uncast propellant mix shall be permitted in covered containers in die mix room. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee believes this quantity constitutes a minimum acceptable safety hazard. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:



3-7.1 Stoves, exposed flames, and portable electric heaters shall be prohibited in any manufacturing room where propellant composition, delay composition, ejection composition or components for the preceding, are weighed, mixed, cast, machined or in-process stored. SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification of Committee intent. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITYEE ACTION:


(Log #CP47) 1125- 57- (3-5.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to "can". SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP48) 1125- 58 - (3-5.4.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete 3-5.4.1. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee believes this is no longer required. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept.

(Log #CP53) 1125- 62- (3-7.2.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Tedmical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-7.2.1 to read as follows:

3-7.2.1 Unit heaters located in rooms where propellant composition, delay composition, ejection composition or components for the proceeding arebeing weighed, mixed, cast, machinedor in-process stored shall be equipped with motors and electrical devices suitable for use in Class II, Group E, Division 1 locations. (See Article 502 of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code.) SUBSTANTIATION: Clarification. Conformance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code. COMMY~EF., ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrl~rEE ACTION:


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(Log #CP54) 1125- 63 - (5-7.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-7.3 to read as follows: 3-7.3 All wiring, switches, and electrical fixtures in process

buildings shall comply with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, and be suitable for hazardous locations Class II, Group E, Division 1. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code. COMMI'ITEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP55) 1125. 64 - (3-7.3.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-7.3.2 to read as follows: 3-7.3.2 When temporary lighting is necessary within a magazine,

electric safety flashlights, electric safety lanterns, or chemical illuminescent lighting shall be used.

Exception: Listed portable lighting equipment shall be permitted to be used during repair operations, provided die area has been cleared of all propellant materials and all dust or residue has been removed by washing. SUBSTANTIATION: Chemical illuminescent lighting is a new development that is safe to use under these conditions. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMFI1'EE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 25 NEGATIVE: Ward NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: WARD: I don't agree with electric safety fl~hlight or electric safety

lantern. These items should be shown as intrinsically safe.

(Log #CP56) 11 25- 67 - (3-8.4 and Table 3-8.4 with Notes (New)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Add a new 5.8.4 to read as follows: 3-8.4 When the quantities of propellant composition exceed the

quantity limits stated in 3-8.2 and 3-8.3, the minimum separation distances shall be as stated in Table $-8.4 below.

Table $-8.4 Minimum Separation Distances of Process Buildings from Inhabited Buildings, Passenger Railways, and

Public Highways 1

Net Weight of Distance from Propellant Passenger Railways Distance from

Composition 2 Not and Public Inhabited to Exceed Highways 3,4 Buildings3,4

Pounds Feet Feet 100 200 200 200 200 200 400 200 200 600 200 208 800 200 252

1,000 200 292

For S| Units: 11 ~ ? d - 0.3050"454 mkg

NOTE 1:

NOTE 2:

NOTE 3:

NOTE 4:

This table does not apply to separation distances for m a ~ . ines containing 1.4 or 1.3 explosives. Net weight of all propellant, delay, and ejection composition only. See Chapter 1 for definitions of "passenger railways," "public highways," and "inhabited buildings." All distances in this table are to be applied with or without barricades or screen-type barricades.

(Log #CP57) 1125. 65 - (3-8.2): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-8.2 to read:

3-8.2 No more than 70 Ib (31.8 kg) ofpropeUant composition shall be permitted at any one time in any mixing room or building. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee believes rids quantity constitutes a minimum acceptable safety hazard. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMI'Iq'RE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

COMMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE: BOLES: Appears to be in conflict with 34.2 and 3-8.3. Needs

clarification and additional discussion as to amount limits. DEWILLE: Appears to be in conflict witil 34.2 and 3-8.3. Needs

clarification and additional disctmsion as to amount limits.


3-8.3 No more than 70 Ib (31.8 kg) ofuncased propellant composition shall be permitted at any one time in a finishing or ,assembly room or building. SUBSTANTIATION: The Committee believes this quantity constitutes a minimum acceptable safety hazard. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION: AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hill, Mclntyre, Pier

COMMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE: BOLES: Appears to be in conflict with 34.2 and 3-8.2. Needs

chtrification and additional discussion ,as to amount limits. DEWILLE: Appears to be in conflict with 3-4.2 and 3-8.2. Needs

clarification and additional discussion as to amount limits.

SUBSTANTIATION: Revision required to encompass new table. COMMITFEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: WARD: ffwe are putting limits on the quantity of propellant (3-

8.2) and uncased propellant (3-8.3) we should not make provision for any amounts in excess of what is permitted. COMMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE: BOLES: Moving quantity limit down to 20 Ib on table needs to be

reconsidered. Consideration that treatment of distances for propellant compositions needs to be d oser to treatment of similar materials in fireworks manufacturing facilities. DEWILLE: Moving quantity limit down to 20 Ib on table needs to

be reconsidered. Consideration that treatment of distances for propellant compositions needs to be closer to treatment of similar materials in fi reworks manufacturing facilities.

(Log #CP59) 1125. 68 - (3-9.2.3): Accept SUBMITrER= Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 3-9.2.$ to read:

3-9.2.3 Personnel whose clothing is contaminated with propellant composition to a degree that endangers personnel safety, shall not be permitted in smoking locations. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


COMMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE: BOLES: Take out wording..."to a degree that endangers personnel

safety." Wording is too subjective and any ciotiting contaminated with propellant composition should not be permitted in smoking locations.

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DEWILLE: Take out wording..."to a degree that endangers personnel safety." Wording is too subjective and any clothing contaminated with propellant composition should not be permitted in smoking locations.

(Log #CP60) 1125- 69 - (3-9.6): Accept SUBMITrER= Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "may'. Exception remains unchanged. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 20 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP61) 1125- 70 - (3-10.3): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may ~ to ~are permitted to'. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITYEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMr[q'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:

AFFIRMATIVE: 26 NOT RETURNED: Hi[[, Mclntyre, Pier

(Log #CP65) 1125- 74- (4-1.1): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 4-1.1 to read:

"Division 1.3 propellants and black powder shall be stored in magazines meeting tile requirements of this chapter. They shall be so stored at all dines unless in the process of manufacture, packaging, or transport." SUBSTANTIATION: Required by new UN classification for explosive materials. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrITEE ACTION:



4-1.2 Magazines containing black powder or Division 1.3 Explosives shall be separated from inhabited buildings, passenger railways, public highways, and other magazines by the distances specified by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms. SUBSTANTIATION: Required by new UN classification for explosive materials. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP62) 1125- 71 - (3-10.3.1): Accept SUBMIT]'ER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change die word "may ~ to "can". SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP63) 1125- 72 - (3-11 ): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise the heading to read:

~3-11 Testing of Rocket Motors." SUBSTANTIATION: The Code has been expanded to include high power rocket motors. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITrEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 20 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP64) 1125. 73 - (Chapter 4 Tide): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise title to read:

Chapter 4 Storage of Explosives Division 1.3 and Black Powder SUBSTANTIATION: Required by adoption of UN classification of explosive materials. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 20 VOTE ON CoMMrlWEE ACTION:



4-2.4 When temporary lighting is necessary within a magazine, electric safety flashlights, electric safety lanterns, or chemical illuminescent lighting shall be used.

Exception: Listed portable lighting equipment shall be permitted to be used during repair operations, provided the area has been cleared of all propellant materials and all dust or residue has been removed bywashmg. SUBSTANTIATION: Chemical illuminescent lighting is a new development that is safe to nse under these conditions. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMIIWEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 20 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


EXPLANATION OF NEGATIVE: WARD: I do not agree with electric safety flashlight or electric

safety lantern. These items should be shown as intrinsically safe.

(Log #CP68) 1125. 77 - (4-2.4.1): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may ~ to "shall be

~ ermitted to". UBSTANTIATION: Conformance widl die NFPA Manual of Style.

COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 20 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP69) 1125- 78- (4-2.4.1(g)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Delete the word "ma~'. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style.

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COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrIWEE ACTION:


(LOg #CP70) 1125- 79 - (4-2.5): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise 4-2.5 to read:

4-2.5 There shall be no exposed ferrous metal on the interior of the magazine where it contacts materials stored within. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITI'EE ACTI ON: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP71 ) 1125- 80- (4-$.1 (a), (b), (d), and (e)): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Revise as follows:

4-3. l (a) Change "may" to "shall be permitted to". 4-5.1 (b) Change "may" to "shall be permitted to". 4-3.1 (d) Change "may" to "shall be permitted to". 4-3.1 (e) Change "may" to "~n" .

SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with tile NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITTEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMIqWEE ACTION:


(Log #CP73) 1125- 82 - (4-4.9 Exception): Accept SUBMI' I ' IT~ Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change "may" to "shall be permitted to". SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance wid~ the NFPAManual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: AccepL NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMrVrEE ACTION:


(Log #CP74) 1125- 83 - (4-4.10 Exception): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change "may" to "shall be permitted to". SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPAManual of Style. COM]VHTI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITIT_.E ACTION:


(Log #CP75) ! 125- 84 - (4-4. ! 1 ): Accept SUBMITTER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change the word "may" to %hall be permitted to" in tiae last sentence. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with the NFPA Manual of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP72) 1125- 81 - (4-4.8): Accept SUBMITI'ER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change "may" to "shalr. SUBSTANTIATION: Conformance with die NFPA ManuM of Style. COMMITrEE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


(Log #CP76) 1125- 85 - (A-l-4 Explosive): Accept SUBMITrER: Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics RECOMMENDATION: Change "Class A, Class B and Class C" references to their proper DOT Classification:

Change "Class A" to "Explosive lAY Change "Class B" to "Explosive 1.2." Change "Class C" to "Explosive 1.3 or 1.4."

SUBSTANTIATION: Recjuired by adoption of new UN classification for explosive matefi,as. COMMITI'EE ACTION: Accept. NUMBER OF COMMITI'EE MEMBERS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE: 29 VOTE ON COMMITTEE ACTION:


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