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Page 24 TRN130 Health & Safety 11/17 © 2017 PPG Industries VII. FACILITY OPERATING REQUIREMENTS: In order to maintain a safe and productive facility operating within government specifications, managers must be aware of local, state and federal requirements and (when necessary) consult with those government bodies for licensing approvals. A manager of a refinish facility must consider a number of regulations which impact day-to-day operations and long-term growth plans, including: Permits: z When considering building a facility or major renovation, before construction, building location, designs for the building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems installation typically must be approved by the local planning department, building department or plan examiners' office to obtain building permits. Building permit approval will be based on nationally recognized building codes such as the International Building Code (IBC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and local requirements. Permits are also the basis for periodic inspections during construction by local municipality building inspectors, including but not limited to fire department, plumbing, and electrical inspectors. z The state or local environmental agency may require a "permit to build" or "permit to operate". z Title V operating permits issued mostly by states or local authorities, are required for large sources and some smaller sources. Emissions monitoring, tracking, recordkeeping and regular certifications of compliance are common procedures specified in a Title V operating permit. z State and local environmental agencies may require an air permit for a smaller emission source similar to a Title V permit or permit to operate. This permit may require periodic renewals. It is possible that an application for a change in the permit would be required if an increase in emissions is projected. z The local fire department must be notified of the facility's intent to operate within their jurisdiction. This can be done independently or is often done by the local municipality's building department during the plan review process. The fire department will want to know the nature of the chemicals found in the products used in the operation, especially the flammability but also possibly corrosivity, reactivity and toxicity. The fire marshal will likely want to inspect the facility. Typically there are limits on the amount of flammables that can be stored within a facility. They may also provide requirements on fire protection equipment.

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