The plant oil extraction process equipment intended to operate within these booths results in the release of some
flammable vapors into the surrounding atmosphere as a normal part of the process. Due to the normal release of
flammable vapors,
a. the area within these booths is classified as a Class I, Division 1 hazardous location in
accordance with the NEC, and
b. the area outside these booths around openings is classified as a Class I, Division 2 hazardous
location for a distance of 3 ft in all directions in accordance the NEC.
NOTE: O