NFPA 42-2002 PDF Download

The NFPA 42-2002 standard is designed to protect people and facilities from fire hazards related to the storage of pyroxylin plastic. This code specifically focuses on the storage of pyroxylin plastic in storage buildings and at manufacturing plants. However, it is important to note that this code does not cover cellulose nitrate flat or motion picture film.

Pyroxylin plastic is defined as any plastic substance, material, or compound, other than cellulose nitrate film, that has soluble cotton or similar cellulose nitrate as a base. It can be in the form of blocks, slabs, sheets, tubes, or fabricated shapes. While pyroxylin plastic is not commonly manufactured or stored, this code provides important requirements for its safe storage and handling to minimize the risk of fire hazards.