Building General

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* Internal finishes or furnishings which burn easily (dry or highly varnished wood imitation wood veneer paneling, etc.).

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* Interior finishes or furnishings which give off toxic smoke when burning.

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* Large, open spaces, high ceilings with concealed spaces.

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* Windowless areas which would make fire fighting access and smoke
removal difficult.

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* Interior basement walls treated with water-resistant sealer before
painting; resealed periodically.

Compartmentation and Fire Protection

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Fire walls and fire doors around vertical access areas and equipment
rooms.

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Collections areas separated from other areas by fire walls and doors.

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Fire doors closed and unobstructed.

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Internal book drops reinforced with fire-resistive material or
otherwise protected.

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Fire exit signs visible and illuminated.

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Fire detection and suppression systems regularly inspected and
maintained.

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Detection systems connected directly to fire service.

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Fire fighting equipment accessible.

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Sufficient fire extinguishers of proper type, charged and inspected
regularly.

Electrical, HVAC, and Plumbing Systems

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Electrical and plumbing systems regularly inspected and maintained.

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Emergency lighting operable.

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Ventilation ducts clean.

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Automatic fire dampers (metal) on ventilation ducts.

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Circuit breakers and electrical controls accessible; locations marked.

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Water cutoffs accessible and locations marked.

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* Water pipes or drains running through collection areas.

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Collection environment stable.

Collections and Housekeeping

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* Collection materials stored on floor.

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Collection materials returned to proper housing after use.

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* Books shelved improperly: packed too tightly, or hanging over edges
of shelves.

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Nitrate negatives in photographic collections stored separately and
properly.

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Aisles, exits, and stairwells unobstructed.

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Trash, cleaning rags, etc. disposed of properly and promptly.

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Combustible trash placed in metal containers.

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* Electrical extension cords over six feet; cords run under carpeting.

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Supply closets and slop sink areas orderly.

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Supplies stored separately from collections.

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Solvents and other flammable materials stored in marked containers in
cool, safe place out of sunlight and away from heat.

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Smoking prohibited.

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Hazard

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