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What is NYC FC § 2306.5?

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This section mandates that aboveground tanks must have diking as per FC Chapter 57, except for listed secondary containment tanks. It requires monitoring of secondary containment systems and stipulates that enclosed systems must include emergency venting as outlined in FC 2306.6.2.5. Applies to building owners with aboveground tanks.

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2306.5 Secondary containment.

FC § 2306.5

Aboveground tanks shall be provided with diking in accordance with FC Chapter 57. Diking is not required for listed secondary containment tanks. The secondary containment systems shall be monitored either visually or automatically. Enclosed secondary containment systems shall be provided with emergency venting in accordance with FC 2306.6.2.5.

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