A Class I, Zone 1 location is a location: (1) In which ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or vapors are likely to exist under normal operating conditions; or (2) In which ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or vapors may exist frequently because of repair or maintenance operations or because of leakage; or (3) In which equipment is operated or processes are carried on, of such a nature that equipment breakdown or faulty operations could result in the release of ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or vapors and also cause simultaneous failure of electrical equipment in a mode to cause the electrical equipment to become a source of ignition; or (4) That is adjacent to a Class I, Zone 0 location from which ignitable concentrations of vapors could be communicated, unless communication is prevented by adequate positive pressure ventilation from a source of clean air and effective safeguards against ventilation failure are provided.
- Parte del discurso: noun
- Industria/ámbito: Seguridad contra incendios
- Categoría: Prevención y protección
- Company: NFPA
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