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DG 1110-3-126
August 1976
4270.1 -M. Consideration should be given to such items as
f. Water pipes should run underground or along walls at
comfortable floor level temperatures, hot air compensa-
least 12 feet overhead so they will not be readily dam-
tion for heat loss at exterior doors, and zone heating con-
aged. Oil and sand interceptors are required on floor
drainage. There are stringent regulations on some installa-
trols.
tions concerning water discharged into sewage systems
and an early check of the requirements should be made
c.
In the body work area, machine shop and welding
when planning a facility. A long interceptor gutter about
booths, separate ventilation systems which remove dust
15 inches wide covered by sectional metal grating is a
and filings should be provided. Paint booths also require
good solution to the washdown problem in the shops.
their own ventilation systems, and a hood with independ-
ent exhaust should be placed over battery charging
benches. Air conditioning may be provided for the class-
Compressed air outlets should be provided at the
g.
room and off ice as permitted by the DOD Construction
work counters. In addition to portable fire extinguishers,
Criteria Manual 4270.1-M.
shops should be sprinklered.
d. An underground storage tank for waste engine oil is
h. Electric outlets should be located at approximately
the most satisfactory storage solution if a pump removal
10 foot intervals along the walls. Power should be 115 V,
service is available at the installation.
60 cycles, single phase, A.C. and also a 6 volt and 12 volt
D.C. supply at work benches is important. Heavy duty
Hot and cold water supplies are necessary to toilet
fans, air compresses and other equipment require 208
e.
rooms and service sinks in the shops. Electric chilled water
volt, three phase A.C. current. Motors, switches, and lights
drinking fountains are very desirable in each shop. At least
in spray booths must be vaporproof. Circuits should be
one emergency eye wash and shower, centrally located, is
limited to about four outlets, and master emergency
essential.
"stop" switches should be provided for each circuit.
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