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What is NYC FC § 5005.3.7?

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This section mandates secondary containment for hazardous material liquids in closed systems when specific capacity thresholds are exceeded. It specifies that individual vessels over 55 gallons and multiple vessels over 1,000 gallons require such containment. Applies to property operators managing hazardous materials.

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5005.3.7 Secondary containment for hazardous material liquids in closed systems.

FC § 5005.3.7

Where required by FC Table 5005.2.1.4, outdoor areas where hazardous material liquids are used in closed systems shall be provided with secondary containment in accordance with FC 5004.2.2 when the capacity of an individual vessel or system or the capacity of multiple vessels or systems exceeds the following quantities: 1. Individual vessel or system: greater than 55 gallons (208 L).

2.Multiple vessels or systems: greater than 1,000 gallons (3785 L).

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