MIL-HDBK-1027/4A
the pump room as Class I, Division I explosion proof. Provide two-hour fire
resistive rated perimeter walls, if an ordinary petroleum-based hydraulic
fluid is used.
c) Computer Rooms and Other Electronic Spaces. Comply with
MIL-HDBK-1008C. Provide sprinkler protection. Controls should automatically
shut down computer, electronic and simulator power upon activation of the
sprinkler system. Provide a plaque citing, "WARNING--Fire suppression system
will shut down computer power to minimize damage--loss of data may occur."
Smoke detection is required in subfloor spaces. Design computer/electronic
and air conditioning equipment power to shut down upon activation of sub-
floor smoke detectors in the associated room. An automatic carbon dioxide
fire extinguishing system may be required by MIL-HDBK-1008C. Place exits in
accordance with occupancy counts and travel distances around equipment to
comply with NFPA 101.
d)
Media Storage Rooms.
Comply with NFPA 232, Protection of
Records.
e) High Bay. Fire protection beneath the simulator device should
consist of either a fixed, automatic carbon dioxide fire extinguishing system
or smoke detectors and a wheeled carbon dioxide extinguisher. Refer to
MIL-HDBK-1008C. Provide ionization-type smoke detectors in either case.
Provide a fire alarm audio and/or visual device connected to the building
fire alarm system to alert the trainee in the simulator module. Provide
sprinkler piping and heads with heat detectors in hydraulic trenches. Extend
sprinkler piping and provide tap for device protection.
2.2.10
Safety. The design of all military facilities that serve as places
of employment should conform to, or be consistent with, all applicable
standards published under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of
1970. Note that Chapters 5 through 7 of this reference state that whenever
construction criteria and OSHA standards conflict, "the standard providing
the greatest degree of safety should govern." Obtain a System Safety Working
Group (SSWG) Preliminary Hazard List (PHL) and Risk Assessment Code (RAC)
established by the activity and found in the facility study. Typical hazards
include equipment guards and clearances, carbon dioxide discharge and
hydraulic systems.
Moving and electrically energized parts and pressurized hydraulic
systems are primary concerns. Include a safety eyewash/shower in accordance
with ANSI Z358.1, American National Standard for Emergency Eyewash and Shower
Equipment where hydraulic or other petroleum, oil, and lubricant (POL)
materials are used in the building. Arrange for hydraulic pumps to shut down
automatically if a leak or break occurs in the line at any point. Provide
emergency shutoff switches for the hydraulic pumps at the instructor's
station. Provide three feet safety clearances around training devices.
Paint floor around any rotating device yellow and black and indicate the type
of hazard, e.g., "Strike hazard-rotating device - stay clear." The TFR
requires equipment manufacturers to identify safety concerns for the facility
design. Accommodate the following manufacturer provided safety features in
the facility electrical design:
a) "DEVICE IN OPERATION-DO NOT ENTER" lighted flashing signs
indicating trainer operation and red warning flashers are located at entry
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