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Industrial Fire Precaution Level
 


Industrial Fire Precaution Level

I


Fire precaution requirements are in effect. A Fire Watch/Security is required at this and all higher levels unless otherwise waived.

II

The following may operate only between the hours of 8 PM and 1 PM local time:

  • Power saws (except at loading sites)
  • Cable Yarding,
  • Blasting
  • Welding or cutting of metal

III

The following are prohibited, except as indicated:

  • Cable Yarding - exception: gravity operated logging systems employing non-motorized carriages may operate between 8 PM and 1 PM when all blocks and moving lines are suspended 10 feet above the ground except the line between the carriage and the chokers;

  • Power Saws - exception: power saws may be used at loading sites and on tractor/skidder operations between the hours of 8 PM and 1 PM local time.
In addition, the following are permitted to operate between the hours of 8 PM and 1 PM local time:
  • Tractor, skidder, feller-buncher, forwarder, or shovel logging operations where tractors, skidders or other equipment with a blade capable of constructing fireline are immediately available to quickly reach and effectively attack a fire start;
  • Mechanized loading or hauling of any product or material;Welding or cutting of metal;
  • Any other spark emitting operation not specifically mentioned.

IV

All operations are prohibited.

V

All operations are prohibited.