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Define: Ignition Source

The meaning of “Ignition Source” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Ignition Source defined in a legal contract?

  • Ignition Source means any item or substance that has enough energy to set alight any flammable gas or vapor mixtures that could be present at a certain location. Seen in 9 SEC filings
  • Ignition Source means the object or device that could produce flames or sparks, and is potentially capable of igniting vapors or mixtures of hydrocarbon gases with air. Seen in 3 SEC filings
  • Ignition Source means a significant energy source capable of igniting a flammable atmosphere consisting of vapors or mixtures of hydrocarbon gases with air, due to sources such as naked flames, exposed incandescent material, or use of equipment not approved for use in certain areas. Seen in 2 SEC filings
  • Ignition Source means a flame, spark or any hot surface capable of igniting flammable vapors or fumes, or any substance capable of catching fire. Seen in 1 SEC filing
  • Ignition Source means a source of energy sufficient to ignite a flammable atmosphere, which can include naked flames, exposed incandescent material, sparks, and the use of electrical or mechanical equipment not designed for use in a flammable atmosphere. Seen in 1 SEC filing
  • Ignition Source means a heat source with enough energy to initiate the combustion of a material. Seen in 1 SEC filing

Note: pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Ignition Source means an object, substance or device with sufficient energy to ignite flammable gases, vapors, fumes, or atmospheres.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When construction or manufacturing processes involve potentially flammable materials
  • When maintaining fire safety protocols in residential or commercial properties
  • When creating or managing locations and facilities with potential for flammable gases

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Ignition Source means any heat source capable of initiating combustion of a material.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When manufacturing or designing products with the potential to generate heat
  • When providing services that involve using, handling or managing heat sources
  • When insuring businesses, properties or operations involving potentials for ignition

Relevant Sectors

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Ignition Source means an object, substance or device with sufficient energy to ignite flammable gases, vapors, fumes, or atmospheres.