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What is NYC FC § 5609.1?

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This section outlines the regulations for the storage, handling, and use of materials and devices that are explosive, flammable, or otherwise dangerous for creating special effects. Compliance with this section, along with the rules and NFPA 1126, is required. Applies to operators using pyrotechnic materials and open flames.

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5609.1 Scope.

FC § 5609.1

The storage, handling and discharge or other use of any material, article or device of an explosive, flammable, combustible or otherwise dangerous nature used to create a special effect, including any pyrotechnic material, article or device, fireworks, 1.4G, and open flames, shall be in accordance with this section, the rules and NFPA 1126.

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