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What is NYC FC § 5306.2?

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This section outlines the requirements for the storage of medical gases within buildings, specifying that such gases must be stored in dedicated areas without other uses. It details the conditions for indoor storage based on quantity and the design requirements for high-hazard occupancies. Applies to building owners managing medical gas storage.

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5306.2 Storage locations within buildings.

FC § 5306.2

Medical gases shall be stored in areas dedicated to the storage of such gases without other storage or uses. Where containers of medical gases in quantities greater than 1,500 SCF (42.5 m 3) per control area are located indoors, they shall be stored in a gas room in accordance with FC 5306.2.1 or a gas cabinet in accordance with FC 5306.2.3. Where gas rooms are located above or below grade, the fire-resistance rating and maximum number of gas rooms shall be in accordance with FC Table 5003.8.3.3. Rooms or areas where medical gases are stored or used in quantities exceeding 6,000 SCF (169.9 m3) shall be designed and constructed in compliance with Building Code requirements for high-hazard occupancies.

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