Cellulose Nitrate Film
Permit Holder Guideline #6
PERMIT TITLE: Cellulose Nitrate Film
CODE SECTION:(Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code) 107.2 & 306.2
FEE: $75.00 (Check payable to the City of Richmond)
SCOPE:A permit is required for the storage, use or to handle Cellulose Nitrate Film.
PERMIT EXPIRATION: One (1) Year from Date of Issue.
REQUIREMENTS: Permit holder agrees to abide by the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code, NFPA 40, and any special stipulations noted on permit, as well as the following:
- Nitrate films shall be kept in closed, individual metal cans, or DOT-approved containers; unless actually being worked on, used or examined.
- Cellulose nitrate film shall not be handled unless room has at least two remote exits with aisles at least 30 inches wide.
- Not more than 15 people shall work in any room at one time where nitrate film is handled.
- Tables and racks where nitrate film is stored or worked on shall be made of noncombustible materials or wood not less than one & one half inch at it’s smallest dimensions.
- In any room where nitrate film is stored or handled; artificial light shall be restricted to incandescent or fluorescent light.
- Artificial heat shall be restricted to steam or hot water only and not to exceed 15psi. for any room where nitrate film is used or handled.
- Cellulose nitrate film shall not used or handled in quantities greater than 50 lbs. unless the room is protected by an Extra Hazard Occupancy Sprinkler System.
- Nitrate film not in use shall be stored in an approved cabinet or vault per NFPA 40.
- Scrap nitrate film shall be collected at daily and stored under water in a metal container with a tight fitting cover.
- Every room where nitrate film is handled or stored shall be equipped with a water solution or portable water fire extinguisher.
Any nitrate film transported by public conveyance shall be in compliance with DOT shipping regulations and other applicable regulations.
