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Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) Descriptions
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.
