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§ 3006.3 — § 3006.3

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What is NYC FC § 3006.3?

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This section mandates the placement of portable fire extinguishers in relation to furnaces, requiring them to be located no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet from each furnace, in accordance with FC 906 and NFPA 10. Applies to building owners responsible for fire safety compliance.

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3006.3 Portable fire extinguishers.

FC § 3006.3

Portable fire extinguishers complying with the requirements of FC 906 shall be provided not closer than 15 feet (4572 mm) or a maximum of 50 feet (15240 mm) from each furnace or in accordance with NFPA 10.

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