4.8.7.3.(1)

Objective

OP1 Fire Protection of the Building or Facility

Attribution

[F44-OP1.1,OP1.2]Applies to the requirement for shut-off valves.

Intent

Intent 1:

To limit the probability of delays in shutting off the flow of liquid in a fire, which could lead to the escape of liquid not being minimized, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building or facility.

Intent 2:

To limit the probability of delays in shutting off the flow of liquid in a liquid spill situation, which could lead to the spread of liquid, which could lead to the ignition of vapour from a nearby ignition source, which could lead to damage to the building or facility.

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