MIL-HDBK-1027/4A
department via the base fire reporting system.
Verify the type of system
with the station fire department.
a) Hydraulic Fluid Piping Systems. High pressure 2000 psi
hydraulic fluid has a high flashpoint and atomizing fluid leaks can self
ignite with friction. Spaces containing exposed hydraulic fluid piping are
subject to special protection. Provide fire stop seal where piping and cable
in trenches pass through fire rated walls.
b) Hydraulic Pump Rooms. Specify electrical fixtures in the pump
room as Class I, Division I explosion proof. Provide two-hour fire resistive
rated perimeter walls, if an ordinary petroleum-based hydraulic fluid is
used.
c) Computer Rooms and Other Electronic Spaces. Comply with
MIL-HDBK-1008C. Provide sprinkler protection. Controls should automatically
shut down computer, electronic and simulator power upon activation of the
sprinkler system. Provide a plaque citing, "WARNING--Fire suppression system
sill shut down computer power to minimize damage--loss of data may occur."
Smoke detection is required in subfloor spaces. Design computer/electronic
and air conditioning equipment power to shut down upon activation of sub-
floor smoke detectors in the associated room. An automatic carbon dioxide
fire extinguishing system may be required by MIL-HDBK-1008C. Place exits in
accordance with occupancy counts and travel distances around equipment to
comply with NFPA 101.
d) Media Storage Rooms.
Design in accordance with NFPA 232,
Protection of Records.
3.2.10
Safety. The design of all military facilities that serve as places
of employment should conform to, or be consistent with, all applicable
standards published under the OSHA of 1970. Note that Chapters 5 through 7
of this reference state that whenever construction criteria and OSHA
standards conflict, "the standard providing the greatest degree of safety
should govern." Obtain a System Safety Work Group (SSWG), PHL and RAC
established by the activity and found in the facility study. Typical hazards
include equipment guards and clearances, carbon dioxide discharge and
hydraulic systems.
Moving and electrically energized parts and pressurized hydraulic
systems are primary concerns. Include a safety eyewash/shower in accordance
with ANSI Z358.1 where hydraulic or other petroleum, oil and lubricant (POL)
materials are used in the building. Arrange for hydraulic pumps to shut down
automatically if a leak or break occurs in the line at any point. Provide
emergency shutoff switches for the hydraulic pumps at the instructor's
station. Provide three feet safety clearances around training devices.
Paint floor around any rotating device yellow and black and indicate the type
of hazard, e.g., "Strike hazard-rotating device - stay clear."
3.2.11
Security. A checkpoint for identification of entrants to the
building may be required. Accommodate storage and use of classified teaching
materials. MIL-HDBK-1013/1 provides security information.
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