These requirements cover metal receptacles intended primarily for temporary, indoor storage of waste paper and other similar materials. These containers are intended to be emptied regularly and their contents disposed of. These requirements cover waste paper containers intended for use as complete assemblies, consisting of a container body and a head or cover. They may be provided with metal or nonmetallic internal liners. They are designed to: a) Limit the external surface temperatures of the container bottom should their contents become ignited; b) Extinguish the fire; and c) Contain the contents without contributing fuel to the fire.
ANSI/UL 1315-2003 history
2003ANSI/UL 1315-2003 Standard for Safety for Metal Waste Paper Containers