Regulations for Administration on Contracted Public Stock Keeper Article 5

CPSK, when providing warehouses for legitimate use in accordance with Paragraph 1, Subparagraph 7 of the provision above, should meet the following conditions:1.The capacity of the warehouse should be two thousand tons or above. For those whose average quantity of paddy collected of the four crops was less than 500 tons or if the whole warehouse is only used for storing imported rice, the Branch shall review the warehouse capacity in their responsible area, report the requirements to AFA, and obtain AFA’s approval in writing before adjusting the warehouse capacity.2. The location should have convenient transportation and be on high ground to reduce the risk of floods.3.The building should be solid and intact, the structure should be reinforced concrete, steel structure, steel frame, or reinforced brickwork. The roof should be of reinforced concrete or steel frame.4.The floor should be solid and dry and 30cm above the ground line. Drainage in the surrounding area should be good.5.The building should be equipped with a ventilation system and fire safety equipment in accordance with the Fire Services Act.The above provision does not apply to warehouses already inspected and listed as a public stock warehouse by the Branch before the implementation of the Regulations and which the Branch has reviewed and evaluated the warehouse building conditions and safety before contract renewal, and obtained AFA’s approval.