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What is NYC FC § 4005.1.5?

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This section mandates that any open alcohol process tank or alcohol storage equipment must have a vapor-tight lid or similar closure. The lid or closure is required to remain closed at all times when the tank or container holds alcohol or alcohol residues, except during handling and processing. Applies to operators of alcohol storage facilities.

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4005.1.5 Open tanks and containers.

FC § 4005.1.5

Any open alcohol process tank or alcohol storage equipment shall have a vapor-tight lid or other similar form of closure. Such lid or closure shall be kept closed at all times when the tank or container contains alcohol or alcohol residues, except as necessary during handling and processing operations.

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