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What is NYC FC § 3315.1?

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This section mandates the provision of portable fire extinguishers in buildings or structures undergoing construction, alteration, or demolition. Specific requirements include placement at stairways with combustible materials, entrances of storage and construction sheds, and near cranes fueled by flammable substances. Applies to building owners managing construction sites.

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3315.1 Where required.

FC § 3315.1

Buildings or structures under construction, alteration or demolition shall be provided with not less than one approved portable fire extinguisher in accordance with FC 906 and sized for not less than ordinary hazard as follows: 1. At each stairway on all floor levels where combustible materials are being stored or combustible waste is being generated.

2.At the entrance of each storage and construction shed.

3.Additional portable fire extinguishers shall be provided where flammable and combustible liquids are stored, handled and used.

4.Cranes fueled by liquid motor fuel or flammable gas shall be provided with a portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 10-B:C rating located either in the crane's cab or in its immediate vicinity.

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