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FC 5401 — General

New York City Administrative Code (current through L.L. 2026/147, enacted September 12, 2026, and amendments effective through October 10, 2026) · NYC Fire Code § FC 5401

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Section FC 5401: General

5401.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the storage, handling and use of corrosive materials. Exceptions: 1. Display and storage in Group M and storage in Group S occupancies complying with the requirements of FC 5003.11. 2. Stationary energy storage systems in accordance with FC 608. 3. Ammonia (R-717) when used as a refrigerant in a refrigerating system in accordance with FC 606. 5401.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in FC 105.6. 5401.3 General. Corrosive materials shall be stored, handled and used in accordance with this chapter. Corrosive materials that are compressed gases shall additionally comply with the requirements of FC Chapter 53. 5401.4 Supervision. The handling and use of corrosive materials in quantities requiring a permit shall be under the personal supervision of a certificate of fitness holder. The storage of corrosive materials in quantities requiring a permit shall be under the general supervision of a certificate of fitness holder.