What are the facility and equipment standards for warehouse business registration?
Updated: July 2026, 3
This page explains the equipment standards required for warehouse buildings that are registered as warehousing businesses.
We also provide detailed explanations for "Class 1 Warehouse," "Dangerous Goods Warehouse," and "Refrigerated Warehouse," which are the most frequently asked questions.
Please use it as a guide.
General facility and equipment standards for warehousing business registration
There are three types of warehouse business registration: Class 1 warehouse, Class 2 warehouse, Class 3 warehouse,
There are eight types of warehouses: open warehouses, surface warehouses, storage tank warehouses, dangerous goods warehouses, and cold storage warehouses, and each requires different standards for warehouse facilities.
The table below summarizes the facility equipment standards for each type.
| Facility equipment standards | the first sort | Category 2 | Category III | Field pile | water surface | storage tank | dangerous goods | Refrigerated | |
| 1 | Having ownership and other rights to use the warehouse and site | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| 2 | Conforms to the Building Standards Act and other laws and regulations stipulated by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism for each type of warehouse. | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ |
| 3 | A structure that is fixed to the land and has a roof and walls around it. | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||||
| 4 | The strength of the framework, outer walls, load shedding, and floor must meet the standards set by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||||
| 5 | The structure and equipment must meet the standards set by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as being sufficient to prevent water from seeping into the warehouse. | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||||
| 6 | Moisture-proof measures specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism must be taken on the floor to prevent moisture seepage from the land and condensation on the floor. | ○ | ○ | ||||||
| 7 | Heat shielding measures specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism have been taken. | ○ | ○ | ||||||
| 8 | The building where the warehouse is located complies with the standards set by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as having fire resistance or fire prevention performance. | ○ | ○ | ||||||
| 9 | Warehouses located in close proximity to facilities that handle hazardous materials or other facilities specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism must have structures or equipment that are effective in preventing disasters as specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | |||
| 10 | If the building where the warehouse is located has a facility that uses fire, such as an office, residence, or store, or a facility that handles hazardous materials, etc., the facility shall be located in accordance with the regulations specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. be divided by | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||||
| 11 | A fire extinguisher such as a fire extinguisher is provided as stipulated in Article 36 of the Fire Service Act Enforcement Regulations (Ministry of Home Affairs Ordinance No. 6 of 6) (in this case, if the total area of the warehouse is less than 150 square meters) , this is considered a warehouse with a total area of 150 square meters, and the provisions of Article 6 of the same regulations apply) | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | |
| 12 | Must have an effective structure and equipment for crime prevention as specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||
| 13 | Must have equipment that is effective in preventing damage as specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | ○ | ||||||
| 14 | Structures or land whose surroundings are protected by fences, fences, and other protective facilities specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | ○ | ||||||
| 15 | Lighting equipment shall be installed as specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | ○ | ○ | |||||
| 16 | If the roof of a building is used as an open storage warehouse, the strength of the floor of the roof must meet the standards set by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and measures must be taken to prevent stored items from falling from the roof. Being there | ○ | ○ | ||||||
| 17 | Water surface whose surroundings are protected by embankments and other structures specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | |||||||
| 18 | Measures have been taken to prevent stored items from being washed away due to storm surge, etc., such as mooring stored items at surrounding protective facilities. | ○ | |||||||
| 19 | The storage tank must be fixed to the land and sealed by a surrounding wall. | ○ | |||||||
| 20 | The strength of the side and bottom surfaces of the surrounding wall conforms to the standards set by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. | ○ | |||||||
| 21 | Install reporting devices and other equipment at key locations within the warehouse to communicate between the warehouse and the outside world. | ○ | |||||||
| 22 | The storage temperature of the refrigerator room must meet the standards set by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as being kept below 10 degrees Celsius at all times. | ○ | |||||||
| 23 | A thermometer that displays the temperature of the refrigerator compartment must be installed in an easily visible place. | ○ |
Use this as a checklist of conditions to determine what type your warehouse is.
Class 1 warehouse facility equipment standards
1 Compatibility with relevant laws and regulations
3 Strength of frame, outer wall or load, and floor
4 Structures and equipment to prevent water penetration
5 Moisture prevention measures for floors
7 Fire resistance or fire protection performance
8 Structures or equipment effective for disaster prevention
10 Fire extinguishing equipment
1 Compatibility with relevant laws and regulations
Class 1 warehouses must comply with the following laws and regulations.
| Lee | Building Standards Act (Article 2, Item 1) | For buildings that are classified as special buildings and have an area of 100mXNUMX or more that is used as a warehouse, and other warehouses that fall under Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Building Standards Act, the provisions of the Building Standards Act (Building Standards Act) It must comply with the Building Standards-related provisions (described below) in Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX. |
| Russia | Building standards related regulations (Notification Article 2, Item 2) | For warehouses that do not fall under the items of Article 6, Paragraph 1 of the Building Standards Act, they must comply with the following building standards-related provisions of Article 6, Paragraph 1 of the Building Standards Act. (1) Fire Service Act Article 17, Paragraph XNUMX Warehouses are designated as fire prevention properties under the Fire Service Act, so in accordance with the technical standards stipulated in Article 17, Paragraph XNUMX of the Fire Service Act, equipment, water for firefighting, and facilities necessary for firefighting activities as specified by Cabinet Order are provided. It is necessary to install and maintain a (2) Article 40, Paragraph XNUMX of the Port Act For warehouses established in areas where the port administrator has established subdivisions pursuant to the provisions of Article 39, Paragraph 40 of the Port and Harbor Act, warehouses that are compatible with the use of the said subdivision pursuant to the provisions of Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the same Article shall not be permitted. It is necessary that the (3) Article 29, Paragraph XNUMX or XNUMX of the City Planning Act For warehouses located in city planning areas, etc., a development permit must be obtained at the time of construction pursuant to Article 29, Paragraph XNUMX or Paragraph XNUMX of the City Planning Act. |
2 Adherence to land, etc.
"Land" includes not only land, but also water surface, seabed, etc. where construction is possible, and "fixed to land" refers to the state of being permanently fixed to "land". In addition to warehouses, structures such as water tanks moored to piers, etc. that do not have power and cannot be easily moved, such as requiring tugboats, etc., are considered to be fixed on the land, but Structures that can be easily removed, such as containers placed on land (excluding cases that are fixed to the ground with bolts, etc.), or structures that have power and can be easily moved, such as ships or vehicles, must be placed on land. It cannot be recognized that it is established.
3 Strength of frame, outer wall or load, and floor
| Lee | Strength of frame, outer wall or load | (1) The frame, outer wall, or load must have the strength to withstand a load of 2500N/mXNUMX or more (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Notification). Warehouses whose frameworks, outer walls, or shearing materials have the strength to withstand a load of 2500N/m6 or more refer to the following: In addition, if a window or other opening is provided in the outer wall, and if the width and height of the opening are both XNUMX m or more in internal dimensions, the opening shall not be provided. The portion of the wall that is covered by the wall is not considered to be an exterior wall with sufficient strength. However, if the opening is reinforced with base plates, square timbers, etc., if it is protected by iron bars, or if the opening is equipped with fittings of JIS standard S-XNUMX grade or higher, etc., sufficient strength may be required. This shall not apply in cases where it is recognized that this is the case. a) Warehouses constructed of steel-framed reinforced concrete, reinforced concrete, reinforced concrete block, or brick, stone, concrete block, or other masonry construction that meet the standards of the Building Standards Act. b. Warehouses with steel or wooden frameworks that fall under any of the following: ・Those with load shears spaced at intervals of 76 cm or less and body edges spaced at intervals of 90 cm or less ・Substrate board or inner wall (limited to 1 cm or more in thickness for wood boards, wood wool cement boards, or gypsum boards, and 2 cm or more in thickness for hard wood cement boards and plywood boards) ) and have a rim spaced at intervals of 0.9cm or less c Warehouses with external walls made of precast concrete boards, lightweight aerated concrete boards, cement molded boards, or panels other than these, and where the allowable load of the panels is 2500N/mXNUMX or more. In addition, the length of the panel concerned (even if it is a single panel, if it is supported by studs, rims, etc., the length of multiple panels with a width equal to the distance between the studs and rims) ) is set. *When examining the conformity of a panel to standards, please refer to materials prepared by the manufacturer of the panel that show the correlation between panel length and allowable load as appropriate. d For structures that do not fall under the standards a to c, inspections conducted by the manufacturer, private architect's office, or others have shown that the frame, exterior walls, or load sheathing has the strength to withstand a load of 2500 N/mXNUMX or more. something that can be proven to have (2) If the following measures have been taken as "measures to prevent the risk of cargo collapse," it is not necessary that the frame, outer wall, or load shear meet the criteria in (1) (notice proviso to Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX). a. When there is no risk of the cargo collapsing due to the manner of storage or the properties of the cargo, such as when the cargo is stored using racks or when the cargo is stacked flat. *In this case, the layout and structure of the racks will be outlined in the warehouse drawing. b. Cargo collapse may occur if the cargo is placed away from the outer wall (the distance from the outer wall is the same as the height of the cargo (if the height is 6 m or more, the distance is 6 m)) Even if this occurs, there is no risk of damage to the exterior walls due to cargo placement. *In this case, the location of the cargo should be clearly indicated on the warehouse drawing, and the location should also be clearly marked by drawing white lines inside the warehouse, so that cargo is not placed outside the designated location. The warehouse operator shall ensure that employees are thoroughly informed. In addition, if the cargo inside the warehouse is not stacked above a certain height considering the nature of the cargo, the part of the outer wall above that height will be treated as falling under b. However, in this case as well, the upper limit of the height at which cargo can be placed will be clearly indicated by drawing a white line on the wall, etc., and the warehouse operator will instruct its employees not to stack cargo above that height. We will ensure that everyone is thoroughly informed. |
| Russia | floor strength | (1) The floor must have the strength to withstand a live load of 3900N/mXNUMX or more (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Notification). (2) For warehouses that require building confirmation, the floor of commercial warehouses must have the strength to withstand a live load of 85N/m3900 or more, according to the provisions of Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Enforcement Order of the Building Standards Act. Therefore, submission of the documents stipulated in Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Ordinance will be treated as meeting the criteria. (3) For warehouses that do not require building certification, the floor must have the strength to withstand a live load of 3900N/mXNUMX or more, as determined by an inspection conducted by a private architect's office or other inspection agency. Let us prove that. |
4 Structures and equipment to prevent water penetration
| Lee | Structure that prevents water penetration | (1) Roof structure (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification) The roof must have one of the following structures to prevent water from seeping into the warehouse. a Metal plate roofing such as corrugated iron plate roofing, tile stick roofing, folded plate structure, roof deck structure (including tile stick type roof deck) (Article 4, Paragraph 1, Item 1 A of the Notification) b. Buildings made of reinforced concrete, precast concrete boards, lightweight cellular concrete boards, etc., and for which effective waterproofing measures have been taken, such as having waterproof coating applied to the surface (Article 4, Section 1 of the Notification). Section No. 1 b) c In addition to those listed in a or b, structures that are recognized to be equally or more effective in preventing water from penetrating into the warehouse, such as those with slate roofs and base plates on the lining (approval). Article 4, item 1c) (2) Structure of the outer wall (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification) The outer wall must have one of the following structures to prevent water from penetrating into the warehouse. a) Items covered with corrugated iron plates or other metal plates (Article 4, Paragraph 1, Item 2-a of the Notification) b) Mortar coated with a lath sheet or other iron plate as the base, or iron mesh mortar coated with a base plate and asphalt felt, asphalt roofing or other waterproof paper on the back side (Notification No. Article 4, Paragraph 1, Item 2 (b) c. Those of reinforced concrete construction with effective waterproofing measures such as the application of waterproof coating on the surface, or those clad with metal composite board, precast concrete board, or lightweight aerated concrete board (with waterproof coating applied to the surface, etc.) (Limited to those that have undergone appropriate waterproofing measures) and are recognized to have effective waterproofing measures such as joint caulking at each joint (Article 4, Paragraph 1, Item 2). ) d In addition to those listed in a to c, structures that are recognized to be equally or more effective in preventing water from penetrating into the warehouse, such as those with slate-covered outer walls lined with base plates Article 4, Paragraph 2, Item 2) |
| Russia | Equipment to prevent water penetration (Article 4, Paragraph 2 of the Notification) | In order to prevent water from seeping into the warehouse, the following equipment standards must be met. (1) Must have rain gutters that can effectively drain rainwater (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification). (2) Gutters and accompanying drainage channels and water are used inside warehouses or facilities installed adjacent to warehouses (limited to those that are not separated from warehouses) (hereinafter referred to as "inside warehouses, etc.") (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification). "Equipment installed adjacent to a warehouse (limited to equipment not classified as a warehouse)"refers to facilities such as workshops and platforms adjacent to warehouses that are not separated from the warehouse by walls, etc., and are structured so that water that has permeated into the facilities may directly flow into the warehouse. refers to something that is "Equipment that uses water" refers to equipment such as water coolers, washrooms, bathrooms, and other equipment, or washing tanks for washing stored items. As a general rule, it is not permitted to install gutters, associated drainage channels, or equipment that uses water in warehouses, etc., but this does not apply in the following cases (Article 4, Article 2 of the Notification). proviso to item 2). a. Valley gutters must have a sufficient water gradient and sufficient waterproofing measures to prevent overflow (Article 4, Paragraph 2, Item 2-a). b. Appropriate measures have been taken to prevent water from seeping into the warehouse, etc. from the equipment, such as by installing a weir around the equipment that uses water (Article 4, Paragraph 2, Item 2(b) of the Notification). . "Appropriate measures"This refers to dividing the facility with walls or waterproof sheets to prevent water from seeping into the warehouse when water flows out from equipment that uses water (if the facility uses ice, etc.). In order to prevent condensation on the cargo due to cold air leaking from the facility, measures such as installing a weir around the facility must be taken. c. Drainage channels attached to gutters or water-using equipment (limited to those installed in warehouses, etc.) must have a sufficient water slope and be equipped with heavy-duty lids. Measures to prevent flooding, such as underground burial, must be taken (Article 4, Paragraph 2, Item 2, C) of the Notification. |
5 Moisture prevention measures for floors
Regarding the floors of Class 1 warehouses, one of the following measures must be taken to prevent moisture seepage from the land and condensation on the floor (Article 5 of the Notification).
| Lee | The floor surface is paved with asphalt (Article 5, Item 1 of the Notification). |
| Russia | If the floor is made of concrete, a waterproof sheet such as polyethylene film is spread under the concrete, or effective moisture-proofing measures are taken on the concrete surface, such as by pressing with a metal trowel. Article 5, item 2). |
| Ha | If the floor is made of concrete or brick, effective moisture-proofing measures must be taken (Article 5, Item 3 of the Notification). |
| D | If the floor is made of wood, ventilation holes under the floor shall be provided for ventilation of the floor assembly (Article 5, Item 4 of the Notification). |
| ホ | In addition to what is listed in the preceding items, measures that are deemed to be equally or more effective in preventing moisture penetration from the land and condensation on the floor surface have been taken (Article 5, Item 5 of the Notification). ). |
6 Heat shielding measures
| Lee | "Thermal conductivity" is a value that expresses the "easiness of heat transfer" when thermal energy is transmitted from outdoors to indoors through a certain wall. It is a numerical value representing the amount of heat (unit: W) that passes through per second. The smaller this number is, the harder it is to conduct heat and the wall has better insulation performance. |
| Russia | In class 4.65 warehouses, measures must be taken to insulate the roof, exterior walls, and openings so that the average value of the heat transmittance (hereinafter referred to as "average heat transmittance") is XNUMXW/mXNUMX・K or less. (Article XNUMX of the Notification) However, the following cases can be treated as meeting the above criteria. (1) If the warehouse has a ceiling (2) The warehouse has a fire-resistant structure as prescribed in Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Building Standards Act, or a semi-fire-resistant structure as prescribed in Item XNUMX-XNUMX of the same Article (as per the provisions of Item XNUMX-XNUMX B of the same Article). For roofs and exterior walls made of a single metal plate that are recognized as quasi-fireproof structures, this is limited to those with base plates. (3) If the warehouse has a fireproof roof and outer wall as stipulated in Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Building Standards Act. However, this does not apply to warehouses that fall under the following. a. Warehouses whose roofs or outer walls are made of a single material b. Warehouses whose roofs or outer walls are made of multiple materials, and where metal plates are used as part of the structural materials. c. Warehouses whose roofs or outer walls are made of multiple materials, all of which are cement board-based or calcium silicate board-based. |
| Ha ni | The average heat transfer coefficient shall be calculated using a mathematical formula. In addition, if it is possible to submit the value of the average heat transfer coefficient through inspection by a private inspection agency, etc., it is not necessary to use the formula. |
| ホ | Warehouses in the following cases can be treated as having effective heat shielding measures. (1) When the average heat transfer coefficient of the warehouse is found to be 4.65W/mXNUMX・K or less as determined by an inspection conducted by the manufacturer, a private architect's office, or another person. (2) When it is recognized that the average heat transfer coefficient of the warehouse can be kept below 4.65W/mXNUMX・K by installing ventilation fans, air conditioners, and other equipment that has a certain effect on heat exhaustion. |
7 Fire resistance or fire protection performance
Structures with “fire resistance or fire prevention performance” refer to the following (Article 7 of the Notification):
| Lee | It has a fire-retardant structure as stipulated in Article 2, Item 8 of the Building Standards Act, and has a fireproof structure stipulated in Article 2 of the same Act for openings made in parts of the exterior wall where there is a risk of fire spread as stipulated in Article 2, Item 6 of the same Act. Those with fire prevention equipment (limited to fire doors) specified in No. 9-2 B. |
| Russia | Fire-resistant buildings specified in Article 2, Item 9-2 of the Building Standards Act |
| Ha | Semi-fireproof buildings as specified in Article 2, Item 9-3 of the Building Standards Act |
8 Structures or equipment effective for disaster prevention
| Lee | Facilities specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Article 8, Paragraph 1 of the Notification) | (1) “Facilities specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism” refer to the following: a) Facilities with living rooms as defined in Article 2, Item 4 of the Building Standards Act, which are located less than 3 meters from the outer wall of the warehouse (Article 8, Paragraph 1, Item 1 of the Act). "Facilities with living rooms" refer to facilities that are continuously used for living and office purposes, such as offices, labor quarters, shops, and residences. b) Facilities that use fire in the course of business and are located less than 5 meters from the outer wall of the warehouse (Article 8, Paragraph 1, Item 2 of the Notification). "Facilities that use fire for business purposes" refers to facilities that operate some kind of business, such as factories, garbage incineration plants, and bathhouses, and that use fire continuously for that purpose. c. Hazardous materials manufacturing facilities, storage facilities and handling facilities as stipulated in Article 25, Paragraph 149 of the Fire Service Act, high pressure gas manufacturing facilities (excluding those for freezing) and sales points as stipulated in Article 10 of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act. and storage facilities or explosive manufacturing facilities and storage facilities defined in Article XNUMX of the Explosives Control Act (Act No. XNUMX of XNUMX) that are located within a range of less than XNUMX meters from the outer wall of the warehouse (Article XNUMX of the Act). Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX) (2) Even if facilities near a warehouse fall under the conditions listed in (1), they are excluded from the scope of this item in the following cases (Article XNUMX, Article XNUMX of the Act). section proviso). a. If an independent structure capable of achieving the purpose of disaster prevention is installed between a warehouse and a facility adjacent to the warehouse. "Self-supporting structures capable of achieving the purpose of disaster prevention" are structures such as explosion-proof walls installed between a warehouse and a facility, which can be used in the event of an accident such as a fire occurring at the facility. It must have a strong structure, such as reinforced concrete, to prevent damage from occurring, and must be able to protect the warehouse's outer walls, soffit, and roof. However, in cases where the height of the facility is significantly lower than the warehouse, it is sufficient to have a structure with a height that is effective in preventing disasters to the degree normally expected based on the height of the facility. b. If the roof and outer walls of the facility adjacent to the warehouse are of fireproof construction, and the opening in the outer wall facing the warehouse is equipped with fire prevention equipment. |
| Russia | Structures and equipment specified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (Article 8, Paragraph 2 of the Notification) | (1) For warehouses located close to facilities that fall under (a) or (b), the portion of the outer wall of the warehouse facing the facility shown in the following figure shall have a fireproof structure, and the openings provided in such portion shall be must have fire prevention equipment (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification). (2) For warehouses located close to facilities that fall under (a) c., the portion of the outer wall of the warehouse facing the facility shown in the following figure shall have a fire-resistant structure or semi-fire-resistant structure, and The opening must have specified fire prevention equipment (limited to fire doors) as specified in Article 25, Paragraph 338 of the Building Standards Act Enforcement Order (Cabinet Order No. 112 of XNUMX) (Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Ordinance). No. XNUMX). |
9 Fire protection area
| Lee | Facilities that handle fire or hazardous materials, etc. | a "Facilities that use fire" refer to facilities that use fire, such as night shift rooms, labor quarters, smoking areas, etc., or facilities that use fire, such as incinerators and boilers, in addition to those listed in the regulations. b "Facilities that handle hazardous materials, etc." refers to facilities that handle hazardous materials as defined in Article 2, Item 7 of the Fire Service Act, high pressure gas as defined in Article 2 of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act, and other explosive or extremely combustible items. Point. |
| Russia | If a facility that falls under a or b above is located in a building with a warehouse, it must be divided as specified below (Article 112 of the Ordinance). a. If the building in which the warehouse is located is a fireproof building or a semi-fireproof building, the facility that uses fire or handles hazardous materials, etc. shall comply with Article 10, Paragraph 11 of the Building Standards Act Enforcement Order. Be divided by floors or walls of semi-fireproof construction or specified fire prevention equipment that meet the standards of Paragraphs 15, 16, and 115, and Article 113-XNUMX-XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the same Ordinance. (Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX) b) If the building in which the warehouse is located is a building other than a fireproof building or a semi-fireproof building, a facility that uses fire or a facility that handles hazardous materials, etc. The property must be divided by fire walls, etc. that meet the standards of Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Building Standards Act Enforcement Ordinance (Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Ordinance). |
10 Fire extinguishing equipment
The installation of fire extinguishing equipment must comply with the standards set forth in Article 36 of the Fire Service Act Enforcement Regulations (Ministry of Home Affairs Ordinance No. 150 of 150). Furthermore, for warehouses with a floor area of less than XNUMX mXNUMX to which these standards do not apply, the standards shall be applied as if they were warehouses with a floor area of XNUMX mXNUMX.
11 Structures and equipment effective for crime prevention
“Structures and equipment effective for crime prevention” refer to the following:
| Lee | Entrance door and lock (Article 10, Item XNUMX of the Notification) | A door must be provided at the entrance to the warehouse and must be lockable. |
| Russia | Measures to prevent intrusion through openings (Article 10, Item XNUMX of the Notification) | Measures must be taken to prevent intrusion through openings where there is a risk of intrusion, such as installing iron bars or blocking them with wired or wired glass. |
| Ha | Lighting equipment (Notification Article 10, Item XNUMX) | (1) Basic terms The basic terms used to measure the performance of lighting equipment are as follows: a illuminance Represents the amount of light irradiated per unit area on a certain surface. Unit: lx (lux) b Luminous flux Represents the total amount of visible light emitted from a light source. Unit: lm (lumens) c Luminosity The amount of visible light emitted from a light source, representing the amount of light emitted in one direction. Unit: cd (candela) (2) Standards for lighting equipment At night, the lighting equipment shall be installed at a height of 1.5 m above the ground at a height of XNUMX m above the ground in the area shown in medium gray around the warehouse entrance/exit. It must be installed to ensure direct illumination. In addition, in cases where street lights etc. are installed near the entrance of the warehouse and it is recognized that high illuminance can be constantly ensured, it is not necessary to install a lighting device on the warehouse side. (3) Method for calculating direct illuminance The value of direct illuminance at a certain measurement point shall be a value calculated using a mathematical formula. If a measurement point is illuminated by multiple light sources, calculate the direct illuminance value for each light source using the formula below, and use the sum as the direct illuminance value for the measurement point. . |
| D | Security system (Notification Article 10, Item XNUMX) | Warehouses must be equipped with mechanical equipment for security services as stipulated in Article 40, Paragraph 117 of the Security Business Law (Act No. XNUMX of XNUMX) and other security systems equivalent or superior to the above to prevent theft, etc. . "Security equipment" refers to a sensor that detects the occurrence of an accident in a warehouse and reports it to a security contractor or other person contracted to guard the warehouse. In cases where there is a constant presence of people in a warehouse or associated facilities, such as when a warehouse is on duty outside of business hours, when cargo handling operations are carried out 24 hours a day, etc., such security services are required. It will be treated as having a security system that is "equal or superior" to the installation of mechanical equipment. |
| ホ | Isolation from adjacent parts (Notification Article 10, Item XNUMX) | "Adjacent area" refers to facilities such as business offices, shops, and residences that are located adjacent to the warehouse in the building where the warehouse is located, and are those facilities that are located adjacent to the warehouse, including those that are associated with the warehouse (the warehouse operator or the person using the warehouse). Refers to items managed by persons other than stevedores or depositors. In a warehouse, it is undesirable for crime prevention to allow people unrelated to the warehouse to easily enter and exit, so the entire warehouse should be partitioned with walls and the openings connecting the warehouse and adjacent areas should be closed. It is necessary to isolate the warehouse from In addition, if the depositor's distribution processing facility or an inspection space for inspectors arranged by the depositor is set up inside the warehouse, or if the adjacent area is used for the use of the depositor or its related parties, security measures must be taken. There is no need to take any blocking measures as the above consideration is not required. |
12 Damage prevention equipment
"Harm prevention equipment" refers to the following (Article 11 of the Notification):
| Lee | Equipment such as wire mesh installed to prevent rats from entering the warehouse through underground windows and parts leading to sewer pipes or drains. |
| Russia | If the entrance/exit has a structure that cannot be sealed with a door, equipment such as a rat trap installed to prevent rats from entering through the entrance/exit when the entrance/exit is closed. |
Dangerous goods warehouse facility equipment standards
1 Compatibility with relevant laws and regulations
Dangerous goods warehouses must comply with the following relevant laws and regulations.
| Lee | Building Standards Act (Article 2, Item 3, A) | If storage is carried out in a building or storage tank with a floor area of 100 m100 or more, compliance with the standards of the Building Standards Act is required (the area of the part used as a warehouse that falls under special buildings) Regarding buildings with an area of XNUMX mXNUMX or more and other warehouses that fall under the items of Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Building Standards Law, the provisions of the Building Standards Law (including the provisions related to the building standards of Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Building Standards Law) ). |
| Russia | Building Standards Related Regulations (Article 2, Item 3 (b)) | Items that are stored in buildings or storage tanks with a floor area of less than 100 mXNUMX, or items that are stored in open piles, must comply with the following regulations. (1) Fire Service Act, Article 17, Paragraph 1 (see XNUMX-XNUMX B (XNUMX)) (2) Article 40, Paragraph 2 of the Ports and Harbors Act (see XNUMX-XNUMX B (XNUMX)) (3) Article 29, Paragraph 3 or XNUMX of the City Planning Act (see XNUMX-XNUMX B (XNUMX)) |
| Ha | Related laws and regulations regarding stored items | Depending on the nature of the stored items, they must comply with the following relevant laws and regulations. (1) Fire Service Act Article 11 (Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX, C) Warehouses that store more than the specified quantity of hazardous materials stipulated in Article 11, Paragraph XNUMX of the Fire Service Act must have obtained permission to set up a hazardous materials storage facility in accordance with the provisions of Article XNUMX of the same law. (2) Article 16, Paragraph XNUMX of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act (Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX, D) of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act Warehouses that store high-pressure gas as stipulated in Article 16 of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act and that fall under the category 17 storage facility stipulated in Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX must have obtained permission under the same article. However, for storage facilities that fall under the category of Type XNUMX storage facilities under Article XNUMX-XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the same Act, notification under the same article must be made. (3) Article 36, Paragraph XNUMX of the Act on Ensuring Safety and Proper Transactions of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX, E) For warehouses that store liquefied petroleum gas as stipulated in Article 36, Paragraph XNUMX of the Act on Ensuring Safety and Appropriate Transactions of Liquefied Petroleum Gas, permission for the installation of storage facilities as provided in Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the same law is required. It is required that you have acquired the (4) Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Petroleum Complex Disaster Prevention Act (Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Act) Type 1 business establishments stipulated in Article 2, Item 4 of the Petroleum Complex Disaster Prevention Act (business establishments that install petroleum storage facilities, etc.), and must obtain permission under Article 5, Paragraph 1 of the High Pressure Gas Safety Act. (limited to business establishments with)), notification pursuant to the provisions of Article 5, Paragraph 1 of the same Act is required. |
2 Facility and equipment standards for hazardous materials warehouses that are stored in buildings or storage tanks
Dangerous goods warehouses that store in buildings or storage tanks must meet the following standards.
(1) Fire extinguishing equipment
The installation of fire extinguishing equipment must comply with the standards set forth in Article 36 of the Fire Service Act Enforcement Regulations (Ministry of Home Affairs Ordinance No. 150 of 150). Furthermore, for warehouses with a floor area of less than XNUMX mXNUMX to which these standards do not apply, the standards shall be applied as if they were warehouses with a floor area of XNUMX mXNUMX.
(2) Structure and equipment effective for crime prevention
“Structures and equipment effective for crime prevention” refer to the following:
| Lee | Entrance door and lock (Article 10, Item XNUMX of the Notification) | A door must be provided at the entrance to the warehouse and must be lockable. |
| Russia | Measures to prevent intrusion through openings (Article 10, Item XNUMX of the Notification) | Measures must be taken to prevent intrusion through openings where there is a risk of intrusion, such as installing iron bars or blocking them with wired or wired glass. |
| Ha | Lighting equipment (Notification Article 10, Item XNUMX) | (1) Basic terms The basic terms used to measure the performance of lighting equipment are as follows: a illuminance Represents the amount of light irradiated per unit area on a certain surface. Unit: lx (lux) b Luminous flux Represents the total amount of visible light emitted from a light source. Unit: lm (lumens) c Luminosity The amount of visible light emitted from a light source, representing the amount of light emitted in one direction. Unit: cd (candela) (2) Standards for lighting equipment At night, the lighting equipment shall be installed at a height of 1.5 m above the ground at a height of XNUMX m above the ground in the area shown in medium gray around the warehouse entrance/exit. It must be installed to ensure direct illumination. In addition, in cases where street lights etc. are installed near the entrance of the warehouse and it is recognized that high illuminance can be constantly ensured, it is not necessary to install a lighting device on the warehouse side. (3) Direct illuminance calculation method The value of direct illuminance at a certain measurement point is a value calculated using a mathematical formula. In addition, if a certain measurement point is illuminated by multiple light sources, the value of direct illuminance is calculated using the formula for each light source, and the sum is the value of direct illuminance of the measurement point. |
| D | Security system (Notification Article 10, Item XNUMX) | In order to prevent theft, etc., warehouses must be equipped with mechanical equipment for security services as stipulated in Article 40, Paragraph 117 of the Security Business Law (Act No. XNUMX of XNUMX), and must have a security system that is equivalent or superior to this. . "Security service mechanical equipment"refers to a sensor that detects the occurrence of an accident within a warehouse and reports it to the security company or other person contracted to guard the warehouse. In cases where people are always present in a warehouse or associated facilities, such as when on duty outside business hours or when carrying out cargo handling operations 24 hours a day, etc., such security services may be used. It will be treated as having a security system that is "equal or superior" to the installation of mechanical equipment. |
| ホ | Isolation from adjacent parts (Notification Article 10, Item XNUMX) | "Adjacent part"is a facility such as a business office, store, or residence that is located adjacent to the warehouse in a building where the warehouse is located, and is a facility such as a business office, store, or residence that is located adjacent to the warehouse, and is not open to anyone related to the warehouse (the warehouse operator or the cargo handling workers or workers employed by the warehouse operator). Refers to items managed by a person other than the depositor, etc. In a warehouse, it is undesirable for crime prevention to allow people unrelated to the warehouse to easily enter and exit, so the entire warehouse should be partitioned with walls and the openings connecting the warehouse and adjacent areas should be closed. It is necessary to isolate the warehouse from In addition, if the depositor's distribution processing facility or an inspection space for inspectors arranged by the depositor is set up inside the warehouse, or if the adjacent area is used for the use of the depositor or its related parties, security measures must be taken. There is no need to take any blocking measures as the above consideration is not required. |
3 Facility and equipment standards for hazardous materials warehouses that are stored in open piles
Warehouses that store dangerous goods in open piles must meet the following standards.
| (1) | fire extinguisher | The installation of fire extinguishing equipment must comply with the standards set forth in Article 36 of the Fire Service Act Enforcement Regulations (Ministry of Home Affairs Ordinance No. 150 of 150). Furthermore, for warehouses with a floor area of less than XNUMX mXNUMX to which these standards do not apply, the standards shall be applied as if they were warehouses with a floor area of XNUMX mXNUMX. |
| (2) | Protective facilities, etc. | open warehouse warehouse"Protection facility"refers to fences, fences, lattices, barbed wire fences, and other shielding objects installed around warehouses that are 1.5 m or more in height and have a strength that cannot be easily destroyed. . If an open storage warehouse faces the water surface, a quay (limited to those with a height of 1.5 m or more above the highest water surface) may be used as a protection facility (Article 13 of the Ordinance). In addition, if an open storage warehouse is set up on the premises of another building, and if protective facilities equivalent to or higher than those above are provided around the building, these shall be considered as the protective facilities of the open storage warehouse. be able to. In this case, measures must be taken to clearly indicate the location of the open warehouse, such as drawing a white line around the open warehouse. |
| (3) | lighting equipment | B. The lighting system for open storage warehouses must be able to secure horizontal illuminance of 1.5lx or more at a height of XNUMXm around the warehouse (referring to the area with a radius of XNUMXm centered around the protective facilities around the warehouse). . (b) If an open storage warehouse is located on the premises of another type of warehouse or an affiliated company's factory, and outdoor lighting is installed in the warehouse, etc.; If it is recognized that the above illuminance can be permanently secured, it is not necessary to install lighting equipment in open storage warehouses. |
Facility equipment standards for cold storage warehouses
1 Compatibility with relevant laws and regulations
Cold storage warehouses must comply with the following related laws and regulations.
| Lee | Building Standards Act (Article 2, Item 4-a) | For buildings that are classified as special buildings and have an area of 100mXNUMX or more that is used as a warehouse, and other warehouses that fall under Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the Building Standards Act, the provisions of the Building Standards Act (Building Standards Act) It must comply with the Building Standards-related provisions (described below) in Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX. |
| Russia | Building Standards Related Regulations (Article 2, Item 4-b) | For warehouses that do not fall under the items of Article 6, Paragraph 1 of the Building Standards Act, they must comply with the following building standards-related provisions of Article 6, Paragraph 1 of the Building Standards Act. (1) Fire Service Act Article 17, Paragraph XNUMX Warehouses are designated as fire prevention properties under the Fire Service Act, so in accordance with the technical standards stipulated in Article 17, Paragraph XNUMX of the Fire Service Act, equipment, water for firefighting, and facilities necessary for firefighting activities as specified by Cabinet Order are provided. It is necessary to install and maintain a (2) Article 40, Paragraph XNUMX of the Port Act For warehouses established in areas where the port administrator has established subdivisions pursuant to the provisions of Article 39, Paragraph 40 of the Port and Harbor Act, warehouses that are compatible with the use of the said subdivision pursuant to the provisions of Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX of the same Article shall not be permitted. It is necessary that the (3) Article 29, Paragraph XNUMX or XNUMX of the City Planning Act For warehouses located in city planning areas, etc., a development permit must be obtained at the time of construction pursuant to Article 29, Paragraph XNUMX or Paragraph XNUMX of the City Planning Act. |
| Ha | High Pressure Gas Safety Act (Article 2, Item 4, C) | For refrigerated warehouses that use compression refrigerators, such equipment falls under the category of high-pressure gas manufacturing facilities under the High Pressure Gas Safety Act, so according to the refrigeration capacity of the equipment, Article 5 of the same law applies. It is necessary to have obtained the permission set forth in Paragraph 1 or to have submitted the notification set forth in Paragraph 2 of the same article. |
| D | Food Sanitation Act (Article 2, Item 4-d) | Refrigerated warehouses that store food as defined in Article 35, Item 17 of the Food Sanitation Act fall under the category of "food freezing or refrigeration business" as defined in Article 52, Item XNUMX of the Food Sanitation Act Enforcement Ordinance, and therefore the same Act applies to the relevant business. It is necessary to obtain the permission set forth in Article XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX. |
2. All of the criteria for a Class 1 warehouse, except for the following criteria, must be met.
| Lee | Moisture prevention measures for floors | Regarding the floors of Class 1 warehouses, one of the following measures must be taken to prevent moisture seepage from the land and condensation on the floor (Article 5 of the Notification). (a) The floor surface is paved with asphalt (Article 5, Item 1 of the Notification). (b) If the floor is made of concrete, a waterproof sheet such as polyethylene film is spread under the concrete, or effective moisture-proofing measures are taken on the concrete surface, such as by pressing with a metal trowel. (Article 5, Item 2). (c) If the floor is made of concrete plank or brick, effective moisture-proofing measures must be taken (Article 5, Item 3 of the Notification). (d) If the floor is made of wood, ventilation holes under the floor shall be provided for ventilation of the floor assembly (Article 5, Item 4 of the Notification). (e) In addition to what is listed in the preceding items, measures have been taken that are deemed to be equally or more effective in preventing moisture penetration from the land and dew condensation on the floor (Article 5, Article 5 of the Notification). issue). |
| Russia | Heat shielding measures | B "Thermal conductivity" is a numerical value that expresses the "easiness of heat transfer" when thermal energy is transmitted from outdoors to indoors through a certain wall. It is a numerical value representing the amount of heat (unit: W) that passes through the area per second. The smaller this number is, the harder it is to conduct heat and the wall has better insulation performance. (b) For first-class warehouses, measures must be taken to insulate the roof, outer walls, and openings so that the average value of the heat transmission coefficient (hereinafter referred to as the "average heat transmission coefficient") is 4.65 W/mXNUMX・K or less. (Article XNUMX of the Notification). However, the following cases can be treated as meeting the above criteria. (1) If the warehouse has a ceiling (2) The warehouse has a roof and exterior walls of a fire-resistant structure as prescribed in Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Building Standards Act, or a semi-fire-resistant structure as prescribed in Item XNUMX-XNUMX of the same Article (as stipulated in Item XNUMX-XNUMX B of the same Article). Accordingly, roofs and exterior walls made of a single metal plate that are recognized as semi-fireproof structures are limited to those with base plates. (3) If the warehouse has a fireproof roof and outer walls as stipulated in Article XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Building Standards Act. However, this does not apply to warehouses that fall under the following. a. Warehouses whose roofs or outer walls are made of a single material b. Warehouses whose roofs or outer walls are made of multiple materials, and where metal plates are used as part of the structural materials. c. Warehouses whose roofs or outer walls are made of multiple materials, all of which are cement board-based or calcium silicate board-based. (c) Warehouses that fall under any of the following cases can be treated as having effective heat shielding measures. (1) When the average heat transfer coefficient of the warehouse is found to be 4.65W/mXNUMX・K or less as determined by an inspection conducted by the manufacturer, a private architect's office, or another person. (2) When it is recognized that the average heat transfer coefficient of the warehouse can be kept below 4.65W/mXNUMX・K by installing ventilation fans, air conditioners, and other equipment that has a certain effect on heat exhaustion. |
| Ha | Fire resistance or fire protection performance | Structures with “fire resistance or fire prevention performance” refer to the following (Article 7 of the Notification): (a) The building has a fireproof structure as stipulated in Article 2, Item 8 of the Building Standards Act, and has an opening in a part of its outer wall that is likely to spread fire as stipulated in Article 2, Item 6 of the same Act. Article 9-2 Buildings that have fire prevention equipment (limited to fire doors) as specified in b. Buildings that are fire-resistant buildings as specified in Article 2, Item 9-2 of the Building Standards Act. (c) A semi-fireproof building as specified in Article 2, Item 9-3 of the Building Standards Act. |
| D | Prevention of harm | "Harm prevention equipment" refers to the following (Article 11 of the Notification): (a) Equipment such as wire mesh installed to prevent rats from entering the warehouse through basement windows and parts leading to sewer pipes or drains. (b) If the entrance/exit has a structure that cannot be sealed with a door, equipment such as a rat trap is provided to prevent rats from entering through the entrance/exit when the entrance/exit is closed. |
3 Installation of reporting device
It is necessary that notification devices and other equipment be installed at important points within the refrigerator room to communicate between the refrigerator room and the outside.
"Notification device" refers to an emergency bell, telephone, or other equipment installed in a refrigerator room to allow a person trapped in the refrigerator room to notify the outside and seek rescue, even under the storage temperature of the refrigerator room. It must have the ability to operate, and it must be equipped with a light so that a trapped person can recognize the location of the alarm even when the lights inside the refrigerated room are turned off.
4 Ensuring storage temperature
The storage temperature in the refrigerator room must be kept below 10 degrees Celsius at all times and meet the following standards.
| Lee | Refrigeration capacity standards (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification) | The refrigerating capacity of a refrigerator must be greater than or equal to the total heat loss of the refrigerating room cooled by the refrigerating machine, as well as the freezing equipment and other equipment cooled in conjunction with the refrigerating room (hereinafter referred to as "refrigerating room, etc."). . (1) Refrigerating capacity of the chiller The chilling capacity of the chiller shall be calculated using an appropriate method with reference to the values in the manufacturer's specifications. (2) Heat loss (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX) If the refrigerated warehouse is composed of multiple refrigerated rooms with different storage temperatures, calculate the heat loss for each refrigerated room and calculate the The total amount is the amount of heat loss for the entire refrigerated warehouse. a. Heat loss from ceilings, floors, exterior walls, and partition walls (hereinafter referred to as "ceilings, etc.") (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Act) b. Heat loss for cooling the deposited items (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Ordinance) c. Heat loss (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX) d Refrigeration capacity necessary for freezing equipment, ice making equipment, preparation rooms, etc. (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification) In addition to the items listed in a to d, if the following equipment is used for cooling in conjunction with the refrigerating room (limited to equipment that operates simultaneously with the refrigerating room), the refrigeration capacity required for the operation of these equipment shall be This will be recorded as heat loss. In addition, in the case where the refrigerating room and these facilities are not operated at the same time, the refrigeration capacity required for the operation of these facilities may be reduced as appropriate. ① Freezing device Nissan refrigeration capacity 5790W per XNUMX ton ② Ice making equipment Nissan ice making capacity 6760W per XNUMX ton |
| Russia | Standards for cooling area of cooling pipes (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Notification) | The cooling area of the cooling pipe of the refrigerator compartment must be greater than or equal to the cooling area of the refrigerator compartment. In addition, in the case of an indirect expansion refrigerator, the cooling area of the cooling pipe related to the brine cooler is required to be greater than or equal to the required cooling area of the brine cooler. (1) Cooling area of cooling pipes (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX) "Cooling area" refers to the total surface area of cooling pipes installed in the refrigerator room or brine cooler, and is based on the manufacturer's specifications. It shall be calculated using an appropriate method, with reference to the numerical values, etc. (2) Required cooling area a Cooling area related to the refrigerator room (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX of the Notification) b Cooling area related to brine cooler (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX of the Notification) |
| Ha | Others (Article 19, Paragraph XNUMX of the Notification) | ・Actually operate the refrigerator installed in the refrigerated warehouse and conduct a cooling test. ・When converting a private warehouse to a commercial warehouse, submit past temperature records of the refrigerator currently in use. ・If it can be proven that the refrigerator has the ability to maintain the required storage temperature during midsummer, by submitting the manufacturer's specifications or test results from a private inspection organization, Regardless of the criteria, it will be treated as meeting the criteria in Article 11-XNUMX, Paragraph XNUMX, Item XNUMX of the Ordinance. In principle, the above shall be followed when examining the compliance of refrigerated warehouses that do not use compression chillers. |
5 Installation of thermometer
Inside a warehouse, an appropriate number of thermometers must be installed in easily visible locations depending on the room. "Thermometer" refers to instruments that easily measure temperature, such as liquid thermometers and gas thermometers. In addition, if the temperature inside the refrigerator is centrally controlled in an office, etc., and the temperature inside the refrigerator can be easily confirmed by an electronic bulletin board, etc., it should be treated as meeting this standard. shall be.
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