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// CODE SNIPPET

1910.163 Fixed Extinguishing Systems, Water Spray and Foam

OSHA 1910 General Industry > L Fire Protection > 1910.163 Fixed Extinguishing Systems, Water Spray and Foam
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1910.163(a) Scope and Application

This section applies to all fixed extinguishing systems, using water or foam solution as the extinguishing agent, installed to meet a particular OSHA standard. These systems shall also comply with 1910.160. This section does not apply to automatic sprinkler systems which are covered under 1910.159.

1910.163(b) Specific Requirements

1910.163(b)(1)

The employer shall assure that foam and water spray systems are designed to be effective in at least controlling fire in the protected area or on protected equipment.

1910.163(b)(2)

The employer shall assure that drainage of water spray systems is directed away from areas where employees are working and that no emergency egress is permitted through the drainage path.

[45 FR 60712, Sept. 12, 1980]

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