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What is NYC FC § 401.5.1?

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This section establishes that the commissioner shall create rules for a written fire and emergency preparedness plan for buildings that are less complex or have lower risk than those needing a comprehensive plan. It also addresses coordination for medical emergencies at the premises. Applies to building owners with smaller or less complex properties.

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401.5.1 General.

FC § 401.5.1

The commissioner shall promulgate rules establishing standards, procedures and requirements for a written fire and emergency preparedness plan that provides for fire safety and non-fire emergency preparedness in buildings or occupancies of a lesser size, complexity, and/or risk vulnerability than those requiring a comprehensive fire safety and emergency action plan, and for the coordination of the emergency response to a medical emergency at the premises.

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