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510 EM 385-1-1 Chapters 1-8
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4-8. General Requirements.

Temporary Work Camps (Excluding Floating Plant)

  • Construct work and labor camps as per 29 CFR 1910.142 and NFPA 101 regulations.
  • Ensure each sleeping room provides a minimum of 55 ft2 (5.1 m2) per employee and has ceilings at least 7 feet-6 inches (2.3 m) high.
  • Raise wooden floors at least 1.5 feet (0.5 m) above ground for air circulation and maintenance ease.
  • Maintain sleeping quarters with adequate heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting, and ensure cleanliness and safety.

Temporary Explosives Storage Areas

  • Store explosives following the guidelines in EM 385-1-97.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

4-4. What is a requirement for temporary work camps (excluding floating plants)?

4-8. General Requirements. (c. – d.)