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What is NYC BC § 415.11.5.1?

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This section outlines the fire separation requirements for HPM (Hazardous Production Material) rooms and gas rooms. It specifies that these areas must be separated from other spaces by fire barriers or horizontal assemblies with defined fire-resistance ratings based on the area size. Applies to building owners managing hazardous materials.

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415.11.5.1 HPM rooms and gas rooms.

BC § 415.11.5.1

HPM rooms and gas rooms shall be separated from other areas by fire barriers constructed in accordance with Section 707 or horizontal assemblies constructed in accordance with Section 711, or both. The fire-resistance rating shall be not less than 2 hours where the area is 300 square feet (27.9 m 2 ) or more and not less than 1 hour where the area is less than 300 square feet (27.9 m 2 ).

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