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What is NYC FC § 5004.7?

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This section mandates that where mechanical ventilation and other electrically operated systems are necessary, an emergency power system must be installed in compliance with the Electrical Code and relevant construction codes. Exceptions are specified for certain classes of flammable liquids and hazardous materials. Applies to building owners responsible for such systems.

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5004.7 Emergency power.

FC § 5004.7

Where mechanical ventilation, treatment systems, temperature control, alarm, detection or other electrically operated systems are required, such systems shall be provided with an emergency power system in accordance with the Electrical Code, and the construction codes, including the Building Code, and FC 604. Exceptions: 1. Mechanical ventilation for storage of Class IB and Class IC flammable liquids and combustible liquids in closed containers not exceeding 6 1/2 gallons (25 L) capacity.

2.Storage areas for Class 1 and 2 oxidizers.

3.Storage areas for Class III, IV and V organic peroxides.

4.Storage areas for highly toxic or toxic materials, in accordance with FC 6004.2.2.8 and 6004.3.2.6.

5.Storage areas for which an approved fail-safe engineered system has been installed for mechanical ventilation, treatment systems or temperature control systems.

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