About precautions when installing vinyl sheets

Last updated on February 9, 2024.

In order to prevent droplet infection of COVID-19 infection and influenza, when installing vinyl sheets such as vinyl chloride at windows, try to use non-flammable materials. Also, check the following three points and install them.

Point 1 Isn't it installed near fire?

Since the vinyl sheet is a flammable material, install it at a distance or interval from fire such as a stove or lighting equipment that generates heat.

Point 2 Are there any obstacles to fire-fighting equipment?

If installed near the detector or sprinkler head of the automatic fire alarm equipment, when a fire occurs, the fire may not be detected or may cause watering failure. Make sure to keep distances and distances from the equipment if necessary.

Point 3 Isn't it an obstacle to evacuation?

Avoid evacuation exits and places where the guide lights are difficult to see.
Example of use of vinyl sheet (image) (PDF: 999KB)
In addition, about setting of vinyl sheet, please talk with the nearest fire department in detail.
Reference (18 fire departments in the city) (PDF: 171KB)

※　Regarding the use of products with flame retardant performance

Depending on the size of the vinyl sheet, the installation method and location, and the purpose of the building, it is necessary to use a vinyl sheet that has flameproof performance according to the Fire Services Act.
About type of flameproofing article and fireproofing object subject to flameproofing regulation (outside site: Japan flameproofing association) (outside site)

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