NFPA 307 - Standard for the Construction and Fire Protection of Marine Terminals, Piers, and Wharves, 2006 Edition

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NFPA 307 -Standard for the Construction and Fire Protection of Marine Terminals, Piers, and Wharves, 2006 Edition provides general principles for the construction and fire protection of marine terminals, piers, and wharves. Coverage includes provisions for special use piers and wharf structures that differ in design and construction from cargo handling piers, and often require special considerations based on the type and function of the structure. In addition formatting and editorial changes improve readability, and enable users to better understand the requirements. The format changes also make it easier to cross-reference with other NFPA codes and standards. Approx. 28 pp.

This edition of NFPA 307 contains changes and revisions to provisions concerning:

• Piers and wharves
  
• Design criteria for sprinkler systems. Level of hazard was increased from "Extra Hazard (Group 1)" to "Group A Plastic" to provide better protection.
  
• Terminal yards
  
• Hazardous materials storage
  
• General terminal operations
  
• Miscellaneous installations and operations

Table of Contents:

• Administration
• Referenced Publications
• Definitions
• Piers and Wharves
• Terminal Buildings
• Terminal Yards
• Water Supply for Fire Protection
• Hazardous Materials Storage
• General Terminal Operations
• Miscellaneous Installations and Operations
• Annex A Explanatory Material
• Annex B Substructure Nomenclature
• Annex C Additional Fire Protection Facilities
• Annex D Regulations and References
• Annex E Informational References
• Index