- A. Magazines shall be constructed in conformity with the provisions of this Section or may be of substantially equivalent construction. Magazines for the storage of Class A explosives, other than black powder, shall be reasonably bullet-resistant, weather-resistant, fire-resistant, theft-resistant and ventilated.
- B. Magazines shall be posted with warning signs so located that a bullet passing through the face of the sign will not strike the magazine.
- C. Ground around magazines shall slope away for drainage. The land surrounding magazines shall be kept clear of brush, dried grass, leaves and other combustible materials for a distance of at least 25 feet, and other unnecessary combustible materials for a distance of not less than 50 feet.
- D. Field magazines shall not be provided with heat or artificial lights, except that if artificial lights are necessary, an electric safety flashlight or safety lantern shall be used.
- E. Magazines shall not be grounded but have an overhead lightning protective system that is in no way connected to the magazine.
Historical Note
Former Rule 2:34; Amended effective April 7, 1976 (Supp. 76-2). Amended effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).