MIL---STD---101C
1. SCOPE
1.1 Scope. This standard establishes a common color code for visual warnings to accompany the written identification of materials covered in piping systems and contained in compressed gas cylinders, and to facilitate the segregation of these cylinders at depots. This standard does not define the manner or conditions under which these materials may be used safely.
1.2 Applicability. This standard is applicable to all ground based piping systems and to all compressed gas cylinders owned by or procured for the Department of Defense including type D one---ton containers (Department of Transportation Specification 106A500), but excludes cylinders containing medical gases. The applicability of this standard to industry piping systems and commercial---owned cylinders (see 5.2.5.1) is encouraged. Requirements specified herein are optional for hose lines and nozzles, ship installations, equipment intended for operations in forward area facilities, steam plants, and hydroelectric plants. The color coding of medical gas cylinders is covered by North Atlantic Treaty Organization Standard AMedP---53. The identifi- cation method for bulk petroleum product systems is covered in MIL---STD---161. The identifi- cation of pipe lines for aircraft, missiles, and space vehicles is covered in MIL---STD---1247. The color coding for containers of liquid propellants is not covered by this standard.
1.3. Method. This standard establishes, defines, and assigns a color for recognition to each of six classes of materials. Five classes have been selected to represent universally recognized types of hazards involved in the handling of dangerous gases and liquids. The sixth class is as- signed for exclusive use of fire protection materials and equipment. This standard requires the application of the color warnings in a distinctive manner, as a visual aid and supplement to writ- ten identification.
2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
2.1 General. The documents listed in this section are specified in sections 3 or 4 of this specification. This section does not include documents cited in other sections of this specifica- tion or recommended for additional information or as examples. While every effort has been made to ensure the completeness of this list, document users are cautioned that they must meet all specified requirements of documents cited in sections 3 or 4 of this specification, whether or not they are listed.
2.2 Government documents.
2.2.1 Government documents, drawings, and publications. The following Government documents, drawings, and publications form a part of this document to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise specified, the issues of these documents are those cited in the solicita- tion or contract.
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