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What is NYC MC § 914.5.1?

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This section mandates a permanent warning notice to be affixed outside sauna rooms, detailing health risks associated with prolonged use. The notice must be made of approved materials and feature contrasting text at least 1/4-inch high. It does not apply to one- and two-family dwellings.

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914.5.1 Warning notice.

MC § 914.5.1

The following permanent notice, constructed of approved material, shall be mechanically attached to the sauna room on the outside: WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED 30 MINUTES IN SAUNA. EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE CAN BE HARMFUL TO HEALTH. ANY PERSON WITH POOR HEALTH SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN BEFORE USING SAUNA. The words shall contrast with the background and the wording shall be in letters not less than 1/4-inch (6.4 mm) high. Exception: This section shall not apply to one- and two-family dwellings.

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