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What is NYC FC § 5003.10.3.1?

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This section outlines the design requirements for carts and hand trucks used to transport hazardous materials. It mandates that these transport devices provide stability and include restraints to prevent accidental dislodgement of containers. Applies to operators of equipment handling hazardous materials.

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5003.10.3.1 Design.

FC § 5003.10.3.1

Carts and hand trucks used to move hazardous materials shall be designed to provide a stable base for such movement during handling and shall have a means of restraining containers to prevent accidental dislodgement. Compressed gas containers placed on carts and hand trucks shall be individually restrained.

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