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What is NYC FC § 5106.2.1?

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This section regulates the maximum quantity of aerosol products that can be stored for sale in retail display areas, specifying limits based on the type of area and protection measures in place. The Fire Code Table 5106.2.1 outlines these maximum quantities. Applies to retail operators managing aerosol product displays.

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5106.2.1 Maximum quantity.

FC § 5106.2.1

Only aerosol products being used for display purposes shall be stored for sale in retail display areas and the total quantity of such aerosol products shall not exceed the amounts set forth in FC Table 5106.2.1. FC Table 5106.2.1Maximum Quantities of Level 2 and 3 Aerosol Products in Retail Display Areas Maximum Net Weight Per Floor (pounds) bFloorUnprotected aProtected in accordance withFC 5106.2 a, cProtected in accordance withFC 5106.3 cBasement, cellar or other area below gradeNot allowed500500Ground2,50010,00010,000Upper5002,000Not allowed For SI: 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2. a. The total quantity shall not exceed 1,000 pounds net weight in any one 100-square-foot retail display area. b. Per 25,000-square-foot retail display area. c. Minimum Ordinary Hazard Group 2 wet-pipe sprinkler system throughout the retail sales occupancy.

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