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What is NYC FC § 3503.4.2?

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This section mandates that individuals performing hot work operations receive training in the use of portable fire extinguishers. They must be able to extinguish small, manageable fires using these extinguishers. Applies to personnel involved in hot work activities in buildings.

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3503.4.2 Use of portable fire extinguishers.

FC § 3503.4.2

All persons conducting hot work operations shall be trained in the use of portable fire extinguishers, and shall be capable of extinguishing fires when they are limited in size and spread such that they can readily be extinguished using a portable fire extinguisher.

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