Determining your exact level of fire-rated protection will depend on the type of material stored and its relation to personnel and property. Each need and level of protection varies. Always consult your authority having jurisdiction or fire marshal when in doubt.
Understanding The Difference Between Fire-rate and Non-Fire-Rated Protection
No two worksites are the same. Each job requires differing levels of protection. Depending on the chemical composition of the hazardous materials you are storing will determine which level of fire protection you need to secure. You should also consider the size and quantity of the chemicals you are storing. Will you need storage to safely secure small canisters or will you need a larger chemical warehouse for storing pallets, totes and drums? All these specifications and logistical issues should be considered when renting adequate protection for hazardous materials. Just like your workload and the chemicals used to get the job done, U.S. Hazmat Rentals offers differing levels of protection for all workforces.
U.S. Hazmat Rentals fire-rated storage lockers are outfitted and engineered with extra levels of protection to safely prevent and contain potential fire hazards. In addition to a state-of-the-art fire suppression system, our fire-rated storage lockers are made from heavy gauge steel and industrial grade insulation to prevent the spread of flames, if they should occur. But proper storage isn’t the only thing you must consider. You also have to consider setbacks, or the distance between the chemical storage locker and vulnerable assets, including employees and property. In considering a hazmat rental, you most calculate the appropriate setback of the locker in relation to other buildings and property lines. Your local authority having jurisdiction has likely already enacted ordinances and zoning regulations to determine the appropriate setbacks. Understanding your town or county’s fire code is the key to maintaining compliancy and safety on the jobsite.
Four-hour Fire-Rated Protection Within 10-Feet
When storing hazardous materials or dangerous chemicals within 10 feet of sensitive or vulnerable property, you should consider a U.S. Hazmat Rentals 4-hour-fire rated locker. 4-Hour Fire-Rated Structures are engineered and designed specifically for flammable storage safety certification. Our four (4) hour fire-rated storage buildings are for storing combustibles and flammable chemicals. Our rentals ensure your company will meet all NFPA and OSHA requirements for your chemical storage needs. U.S. Hazmat Rentals buildings are rigorously tested to hold their structure for over four hours of intense internal blaze. They will contain a barrage of excessively hot gases, liquids, and solids, protecting your workers, your equipment and your facility by providing ample time to evacuate in the case of an incident.
Two-hour Fire Rated Protection When Storing Dangerous Chemicals Within 10-30 Feet of Sensitive Property
When storing hazardous materials or dangerous chemicals within 10 to 30 feet of sensitive or vulnerable property, you should consider a U.S. Hazmat Rentals 2-hour-fire rated locker. Our Two (2) Hour Fire-Rated Structures are designed for storing flammable liquids, chemicals, and combustible materials as required by the authority having jurisdiction. These buildings are rigorously tested to hold their structural integrity for over two hours of intense internal blaze. They will contain a barrage of excessively hot gases, liquids, and solids. For chemical storage that is 30 feet or more from property lines, equipment or personnel, consider a non-fire-rated storage locker.