1.1 Scope. 1.1.1 This recommended practice applies to the identification, assessment, and control of static electricity for purposes of preventing fires and explosions. 1.1.2* This recommended practice does not apply directly to shock hazards from static electricity. However, application of the principles set forth in this recommended practice can reduce such shock hazards to personnel. 1.1.3* This recommended practice does not apply to the prevention and control of static electricity in hospital operating rooms or in areas where flammable anesthetics are administered or handled. 1.1.4* This recommended practice does not apply to lightning. 1.1.5* This recommended practice does not apply to stray electrical currents or to induced currents from radio frequency (RF) energy. 1.1.6* This recommended practice does not apply to fueling of motor vehicles, marine craft, or aircraft. 1.1.7* This recommended practice does not apply to cleanrooms. 1.1.8 This recommended practice does not apply to control of static electricity and static electricity hazards involved with electronic components, which have their own requirements. Fee may be required