As used in this chapter, the following terms
shall have the meanings indicated:
PALLET
A portable platform of wood or other material for handling
storage or movement of materials and packages in warehouses, factories
or vehicles, including those portable platforms in partial disrepair.
Buildings in outside storage areas shall be
located with as much clear space to open yard storage as is practicable,
but shall be not less than 15 feet from open yard piling unless said
buildings have blank exterior masonry walls. Buildings of wood frame
construction or housing hazardous operations or flammable materials
such as gasoline shall be at least 50 feet from the nearest storage
pile; and explosion vents, blower outlets, etc., shall not be directed
toward the yard storage.
Portable fire extinguishing equipment suitable
for the fire hazard involved shall be provided at convenient, conspicuous,
accessible locations in open yards. When used, approved Class A portable
fire extinguishers properly protected against freezing, where necessary,
shall be provided so that the travel distance to the nearest unit
does not exceed 75 feet. In buildings, fire extinguishing equipment
shall be provided as specified by the Chief of the Bureau of Fire
Prevention.