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What is NYC FC § 5609.4?

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This section requires a special effects permit for any display or event involving special effects, which must be obtained by the event sponsor or a designated pyrotechnic operator. The permit specifies details such as the event's date, time, location, and the types of pyrotechnic devices used. Applies to sponsors of special effects displays.

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5609.4 Special effects permit.

FC § 5609.4

A special effects permit shall be obtained for each display or other event involving the conduct of a special effect by the sponsor of the display or other event or, with the sponsor's written authorization, by a pyrotechnic operator employed by a special effects contractor holding a company certificate. A special effects permit shall be issued in the name of the applicant and shall specify the name of the sponsor, the date, time and location of the display or other event, the number and kind of pyrotechnic articles or devices to be discharged or otherwise used, or other materials, articles or devices used to create the special effects, and such other terms and conditions as the commissioner may prescribe as necessary or appropriate for the safe conduct of the display or other event.

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