Seismic Sleuths - page 333

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Are all wall-mounted objects that weigh more than five pounds firmly anchored to the building’s
structural framing?
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Are all heavy, sharp, or breakable wall decorations securely mounted, with closed-eye hooks, for
example?
comments:
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Do books or materials stored on shelves have adequate restraints to keep them from flying off the
shelves?
comments:
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Are laboratory chemicals on shelves restrained? Are potentially hazardous chemicals stored
securely? Are chemical storage areas vented, and located away from exits and corridors? Is there
an up-to-date inventory of all chemicals stored?
comments:
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Are the fluorescent light fixtures merely resting on the hung ceiling grid, or do they have other
supports?
comments:
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Are decorative ceiling panels or latticework securely attached?
comments:
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Will hanging light fixtures swing freely without hitting each other if allowed to swing a minimum
of 45 degrees?
comments:
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Are fire extinguishers securely mounted?
comments:
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If there are potted plants and other heavy items on top of file cabinets or in other overhead
locations, are they restrained?
comments:
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Do you see other hazards not included on this list? Specify.
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