The term Category A machinery space means any space and trunks and ducts to such a space that contains:
(a)
Internal combustion machinery used for main propulsion;
(b)
Internal combustion machinery used for purposes other than main propulsion where the total aggregate power is at least 500 brake horsepower;
(c)
Internal combustion machinery that uses a fuel that has a flash point of less than 43.3°C (110°F); or
(d)
One or more oil fired boilers or oil fuel units.
Code of Federal Regulations
[CGD 74-127, 41 FR 3842, Jan. 26, 1976]