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5.3.2 Storage Methods
Methods of storing goods are classified as follows:
- ST1: free standing or block stacking;
- ST2: post or box pallets in single rows (i.e. with aisles no less than 2,4m wide);
- ST3: post or box pallets in multiple (including double) rows;
- ST4: palletised rack (beam pallet racking);
- ST5: solid or slatted shelves 1m or less wide;
- ST6: solid or slatted shelves over lm and not more than 6m wide.
Typical examples of storage methods are given in Figure 3.
NOTE: for each storage method, there are specific limitations to storage heights depending on the type and
design
of sprinkler systems (see 6.2).
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Figure 3 - Types of storage method
In order for sprinkler protection to be effective, the limitations and protection requirements of Table 3 shall be
met.