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§ 661. Application of subchapter

This subchapter applies to the storage and handling of cellulose nitrate motion picture film, hereafter referred to as “nitrate film”. Film having a cellulose acetate or other approved slow-burning base, marked safety film, is exempt from these provisions.

§ 662. Permit required

(a) No person shall store, keep or have on hand more than 25 pounds (for 35 mm. film about 5,000 feet) of nitrate motion picture film without a permit. (b) No person shall sell, lease or otherwise dispose of any nitrate motion picture film to any person not having a permit to handle, use or […]

§ 663. Enclosures for motion picture projectors

(a) Two openings for each motion picture projector shall be provided; one for the projectionist’s view (observation port) shall be not larger than 200 square inches, and the other through which the picture is projected (projection port) shall be not larger than 120 square inches. Where separate stereoption, spot or flood light machines are installed […]

§ 664. Handling of nitrate film

(a) Rewinding of nitrate films shall be performed either in a special rewind room at an approved location, or in the projection room. An approved can for scrap film having a self-closing hinged cover shall be provided. (b) Nitrate film in any projection room or rewinding room shall be kept as follows: (1) Up to […]