Ohio Administrative Code
Title 1301:7 - Division of State Fire Marshal
Chapter 1301:7-7 - Ohio Fire Code
Section 1301:7-7-50 - Hazardous materials-general provisions

1. In retail or wholesale sales occupancies, the quantities of medicines, foodstuffs, or consumer products and cosmetics containing not more than 50 per cent by volume of water-miscible liquids and with the remainder of the solutions not being flammable, shall not be limited provided such materials are packaged in individual containers not exceeding 1.3 gallons (5 L).

2. Quantities of alcoholic beverages in retail or wholesale sales occupancies shall not be limited providing the liquids are packaged in individual containers not exceeding 1.3 gallons (5L).

3. Application and release of pesticide and agricultural products and materials intended for use in weed abatement, erosion control, soil amendment or similar applications where applied in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions and label directions.

4. The off-site and on-site transportation of hazardous materials where in compliance with and regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOTn) regulations.

5. Building materials not otherwise regulated by this code.

6. Refrigeration systems (see paragraph (F)(606) of rule 1301:7-7-06 of the Administrative Code).

7. Stationary storage battery systems regulated by paragraph (H)(608) of rule 1301:7-7-06 of the Administrative Code.

8. The display, storage, sale or use of fireworks and explosives in accordance with rule 1301:7-7-56 of the Administrative Code.

9. Corrosives utilized in personal and household products in the manufacturers' original consumer packaging in Group M occupancies.

10. The storage of distilled spirits and wines in wooden barrels and casks.

11. The use of wall-mounted dispensers containing alcohol-based hand rubs classified as Class I or II liquids where in accordance with paragraph (E)(5)(5705.5) of rule 1301:7-7-57 of the Administrative Code.

(a) 5001.2.1 Mixtures. Mixtures shall be classified in accordance with hazards of the mixture as a whole. Mixtures of hazardous materials shall be classified in accordance with nationally recognized reference standards; by an approved qualified organization, individual, or "Material Safety Data Sheet" (MSDS); or by other approved methods.

(b) 5001.2.2 Hazard categories. Hazardous materials shall be classified according to hazard categories. The categories include materials regulated by this rule and materials regulated elsewhere in this code.

(a) 5001.3.1 Objective. The objective of paragraph (A)(3)(5001.3) of this rule is to protect people and property from the consequences of unauthorized discharge, fires or explosions involving hazardous materials.

(b) 5001.3.2 Functional statements. Performance-based design alternatives are based on the following functional statements:

(c) 5001.3.3 Performance requirements. Where safeguards, systems, documentation, written plans or procedures, audits, process hazards analysis, mitigation measures, engineering controls or construction features are required by paragraphs (A)(3)(c)(i)(5001.3.3.1) to (A)(3)(c)(xviii)(5001.3.3.18) of this rule, the details of the design alternative shall be subject to approval by the fire code official. The details of actions granting the use of the design alternatives shall be recorded and entered in the files of the jurisdiction.

(a) 5001.5.1 Hazardous Materials Management Plan. Where required by the fire code official, an application for a permit shall include a "Hazardous Materials Management Plan" (HMMP). The "HMMP" shall include a facility site plan designating the following:

(b) 5001.5.2 "Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement" ("HMIS"). Where required by the fire code official, an application for a permit shall include an "HMIS," such as "Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986" ("SARA") Title III, Tier II Report or other approved statement. The "HMIS" shall include the following information:

(a) 5001.6.1 Temporarily out-of-service facilities. Facilities that are temporarily out of service shall continue to be monitored and inspected in accordance with the requirements of this code and any required permits.

(b) 5001.6.2 Permanently out-of-service facilities. Facilities not monitored and inspected on a regular basis in accordance with the requirements of this code and any required permits shall be deemed to be permanently out of service and shall be closed in an approved manner. Where required by the fire code official, the responsible person shall apply for approval to permanently close storage, use or handling facilities. The fire code official is authorized to require that such application be accompanied by a facility closure plan in accordance with paragraph (A)(6)(c)(5001.6.3) of this rule.

(c) 5001.6.3 Facility closure plan. Where a facility closure plan is required in accordance with paragraph (A)(5)(5001.5) of this rule to terminate storage, dispensing, handling or use of hazardous materials, the plan shall be submitted to the fire code official not less than 30 days prior to facility closure. The plan shall demonstrate that hazardous materials that are stored, dispensed, handled or used in the facility will be transported, disposed of or reused in a manner that eliminates the need for further maintenance and any threat to public health and safety.

(a) 5003.1.1 Maximum allowable quantity per control area. The maximum allowable quantity per control area shall be as specified in Tables 5003.1.1(1) to 5003.1.1(4) of this rule.

For retail and wholesale storage and display in Group M occupancies and Group S storage, see paragraph (C)(11)(5003.11) of this rule.

(b) 5003. 1.2 Conversion. Where quantities are indicated in pounds and where the weight per gallon of the liquid is not provided to the fire code official, a conversion of 10 pounds per gallon (1.2 kg/L) shall be used.

(c) 5003.1.3 Quantities not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area. The storage, use and handling of hazardous materials in quantities not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in Tables 5003.1.1(1) to 5003.1.1(4) of this rule shall be in accordance with paragraphs (A)(5001) and (C)(5003) of this rule.

(d) 5003.1.4 Quantities exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area. The storage and use of hazardous materials in quantities exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in Tables 5003.1.1(1) to 5003.1.1(4) of this rule shall be in accordance with this rule.

Table 5003.1.1(1)

Maximum allowable quantity per control area of hazardous materials posing a physical hazarda,j,m,n,p

For SI: 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3, 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 gallon = 3.785 L.

NA = Not Applicable, NL = Not Limited, UD = Unclassified Detonable

a. For use of control areas, see paragraph (C)(8)(c)(5003.8.3) of this rule.

b. The aggregate quantity in use and storage shall not exceed the quantity listed for storage.

c. The quantities of alcoholic beverages in retail and wholesale sales occupancies shall not be limited providing the liquids are packaged in individual containers not exceeding 1.3 gallons. In retail and wholesale sales occupancies, the quantities of medicines, foodstuff or consumer products and cosmetics containing not more than 50 per cent by volume of water-miscible liquids with the remainder of the solutions not being flammable shall not be limited, provided that such materials are packaged in individual containers not exceeding 1.3 gallons.

d. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased 100 per cent in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with paragraph (C)(3)(a)(i)(903.3.1.1) of rule 1301:77-09 of the Administrative Code. Where note e also applies, the increase for both notes shall be applied accumulatively.

e. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased 100 per cent where stored in approved storage cabinets, day boxes, gas cabinets, gas rooms, exhausted enclosures or in listed safety cans in accordance with paragraph (C)(9)(j)(5003.9.10) of this rule. Where note d also applies, the increase for both notes shall be applied accumulatively.

f. Quantities shall not be limited in a building equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with paragraph (C)(3)(a)(i)(903.3.1.1) of rule 1301:7-7-09 of the Administrative Code.

g. Allowed only in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system.

h. Containing not more than the maximum allowable quantity per control area of Class IA, Class IB or Class IC flammable liquids.

i. The maximum allowable quantity shall not apply to fuel oil storage complying with paragraph (C)(3)(b)(603.3.2) of rule 1301:7-7-06 of the Administrative Code.

j. Quantities in parentheses indicate quantity units in parentheses at the head of each column.

k A maximum quantity of 200 pounds of solid or 20 gallons of liquid Class 3 oxidizers is allowed where such materials are necessary for maintenance purposes, operation or sanitation of equipment where the storage containers and the manner of storage are approved.

l. Deleted.

m. For gallons of liquids, divide the amount in pounds by 10 in accordance with paragraph (C)(1)(b)(5003.1.2) of this rule.

n. For storage and display quantities in Group M and storage quantities in Group S occupancies complying with paragraph (C)(11)(5003.11) of this rule, see Table 5003.11.1 of this rule.

o. Densely-packed baled cotton that complies with the packing requirements of ISO 8115 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code shall not be included in this material class.

p. The following shall not be included in determining the maximum allowable quantities:

1. Liquid or gaseous fuel in fuel tanks on vehicles.

2. Liquid or gaseous fuel in fuel tanks on motorized equipment operated in accordance with this code.

3. Gaseous fuels in piping systems and fixed appliances regulated by the International Fuel Gas Code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.

4. Liquid fuels in piping systems and fixed appliances regulated by the mechanical code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.

5. Alcohol-based hand rubs classified as Class I or II liquids in dispensers that are installed in accordance with paragraph (E)(5)(5705.5) and (E)(5)(a)(5705.5.1) of rule 1301:7-7-57 of the Administrative Code. The location of the alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR) dispensers shall be provided in the construction documents.

q. Where manufactured, generated or used in such a manner that the concentration and condition create a fire or explosion hazard based on information prepared in accordance with paragraph (D)(7)(b)(104.7.2) of rule 1301:7-7-01 of the Administrative Code.

r. For material classified as consumer fireworks by DOTn and exempted from regulation as fireworks pursuant to section 3743.80 of the Revised Code, such novelties and trick noisemakers and wire sparklers as defined in section 3743.01 of the Revised Code and labeled as 1.4 G materials by DOTn shall have a maximum allowable quantity per control area of 125 pounds.

s. Except as noted in this footnote, the "Consumer Fireworks" row of this table shall not apply to structures containing material classified as 1.4 G (consumer) fireworks by DOTn and further defined as a fountain device pursuant to division (H) of section 3743.01 of the Revised Code and Chapter 2 when such devices are possessed and sold pursuant to a license issued under section 3743.26 of the Revised Code. Such structures, or portions thereof, shall comply with all other applicable portions of this code and the building code for the approved occupancy classification or use of the structure. Such structures shall comply with this table, including the "Consumer Fireworks" row, when any materials subject to this table other than those defined as a 1.4 G (Consumer) fireworks fountain device are possessed within the structure.

Table 5003.1.1(2)

Maximum allowable quantity per control area of hazardous material posing a health hazarda, c, f, h, i

For SI: 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3, 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 gallon = 3.785 L.

a. For use of control areas, see paragraph (C)(8)(c)(5003.8.3) of this rule.

b. The aggregate quantity in use and storage shall not exceed the quantity listed for storage.

c. In retail and wholesale sales occupancies, the quantities of medicines, foodstuff or consumer products and cosmetics, containing not more than 50 per cent by volume of water-miscible liquids and with the remainder of the solutions not being flammable, shall not be limited, provided that such materials are packaged in individual containers not exceeding 1.3 gallons.

d. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased 100 per cent in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with paragraph (C)(3)(a)(i)(903.3.1.1) of rule 1301:77-09 of the Administrative Code. Where note e also applies, the increase for both notes shall be applied accumulatively.

e. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased 100 per cent where stored in approved storage cabinets, gas cabinets, or exhausted enclosures. Where note d also applies, the increase for both notes shall be applied accumulatively.

f. For storage and display quantities in Group M and storage quantities in Group S occupancies complying with paragraph (C)(11)(5003.11) of this rule, see Table 5003.11.1 of this rule.

g. Allowed only where stored in approved exhausted gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures.

h. Quantities in parentheses indicate quantity units in parentheses at the head of each column.

i. For gallons of liquids, divide the amount in pounds by 10 in accordance with paragraph (C)(1)(b)(5003.1.2) of this rule.

Table 5003.1.1(3)

Maximum allowable quantity per control area of hazardous materials posing a physical hazard in an outdoor control areaa, b, c, d

For SI: 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 gallon = 3.785 L, 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3.

a. For gallons of liquids, divide the amount in pounds by 10 in accordance with paragraph (C)(1)(b)(5003.1.2) of this rule.

b. The aggregate quantities in storage and use shall not exceed the quantity listed for storage.

c. The aggregate quantity of nonflammable solid and nonflammable or noncombustible liquid hazardous materials allowed in outdoor storage per single property under the same ownership or control used for retail or wholesale sales is allowed to exceed the maximum allowable quantity per control area where such storage is in accordance with paragraph (C)(11)(5003.11) of this rule.

d. Quantities in parentheses indicate quantity units in parentheses at the head of each column.

Table 5003.1.1(4)

Maximum allowable quantity per control area of hazardous materials posing a health hazard in an outdoor control areaa,b,c,f

For SI: 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3, 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 gallon = 3.785 L, 1 pound per square inch absolute = 6.895 kPa, oC = [(oF)-32/1.8].

a. For gallons of liquids, divide the amount in pounds by 10 in accordance with paragraph (C)(1)(b)(5003.1.2) of this rule.

b. The aggregate quantities in storage and use shall not exceed the quantity listed for storage.

c. The aggregate quantity of nonflammable solid and nonflammable or noncombustible liquid hazardous materials allowed in outdoor storage per single property under the same ownership or control used for retail or wholesale sales is allowed to exceed the maximum allowable quantity per control area where such storage is in accordance with paragraph (C)(11)(5003.11) of this rule.

d. Allowed only where used in approved exhausted gas cabinets, exhausted enclosures or under fume hoods.

e. The maximum allowable quantity per control area for toxic liquids with vapor pressures in excess of 1 psia at 77oF shall be the maximum allowable quantity per control area listed for highly toxic liquids.

f. Quantities in parentheses indicate quantity units in parentheses at the head of each column.

(a) 5003.2.1 Design and construction of containers, cylinders and tanks. Containers, cylinders and tanks shall be designed and constructed in accordance with this code and other approved standards. Containers, cylinders, tanks and other means used for containment of hazardous materials shall be of an approved type. Pressure vessels not meeting DOTn requirements for transportation shall comply with the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.

(b) 5003.2.2 Piping, tubing, valves and fittings. Piping, tubing, valves and fittings conveying hazardous materials shall be designed and installed in accordance with this code or other approved standards and shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(2)(b)(i)(5003.2.2.1) and (C)(2)(b)(ii)(5003.2.2.2) of this rule.

(c) 5003.2.3 Equipment, machinery and alarms. Equipment, machinery and required detection and alarm systems associated with the use, storage or handling of hazardous materials shall be approved.

(d) 5003.2.4 Installation of tanks. Installation of tanks shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(2)(d)(i)(5003.2.4.1) to (C)(2)(d)(ii)(a)(5003.2.4.2.1) of this rule.

(e) 5003.2.5 Empty containers and tanks. Empty containers and tanks previously used for the storage of hazardous materials shall be free from residual material and vapor as defined by DOTn, the "Resource Conservation and Recovery Act" ("RCRA") or other regulating authority or maintained as specified for the storage of hazardous material.

(f) 5003.2.6 Maintenance. In addition to the requirements of paragraph (C)(2)(c)(5003.2.3) of this rule, equipment, machinery and required detection and alarm systems associated with hazardous materials shall be maintained in an operable condition. Defective containers, cylinders and tanks shall be removed from service, repaired or disposed of in an approved manner. Defective equipment or machinery shall be removed from service and repaired or replaced. Required detection and alarm systems shall be replaced or repaired where defective.

(g) 5003.2.7 Liquid-level limit control. Atmospheric tanks having a capacity greater than 500 gallons (1893 L) and that contain hazardous material liquids shall be equipped with a liquid-level limit control or other approved means to prevent overfilling of the tank.

(h) 5003.2.8 Seismic protection. Machinery and equipment utilizing hazardous materials shall be braced and anchored in accordance with the seismic design requirements of the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code for the seismic design category in which the machinery or equipment is classified.

(i) 5003.2.9 Testing. The equipment, devices and systems listed in paragraph (C)(2)(i)(i)(5003.2.9.1) of this rule shall be tested at the time of installation and at one of the intervals listed in paragraph (C)(2)(i)(ii)(5003.2.9.2) of this rule. Records of the tests conducted or maintenance performed shall be maintained in accordance with the provisions of paragraph (G)(3)(107.3) of rule 1301:7-7-01 of the Administrative Code.

Exceptions:

1. The release or emission of hazardous materials is allowed where in compliance with federal, state or local governmental agencies, regulations or permits.

2. The release of pesticides is allowed where used in accordance with registered label directions.

3. The release of fertilizer and soil amendments is allowed where used in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

(a) 5003.5.1 Markings. Individual containers, cartons or packages shall be conspicuously marked or labeled in an approved manner. Rooms or cabinets containing compressed gases shall be conspicuously labeled: "COMPRESSED GAS."

(a) 5003.7.1 Smoking. Smoking shall be prohibited and "No Smoking" signs provided as follows:

(b) 5003.7.2 Open flames. Open flames and high-temperature devices shall not be used in a manner that creates a hazardous condition and shall be listed for use with the hazardous materials stored or used.

(c) 5003.7.3 Industrial trucks. Powered industrial trucks used in areas designated as hazardous (classified) locations in accordance with NFPA 70 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code shall be listed and labeled for use in the environment intended in accordance with NFPA 505 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.

(a) 5003.8.1 Buildings. Buildings, or portions thereof, in which hazardous materials are stored, handled or used shall be constructed in accordance with the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.

(b) 5003.8.2 Required detached buildings. Group H occupancies containing quantities of hazardous materials in excess of those set forth in Table 5003.8.2 of this rule shall be in detached buildings.

Table 5003.8.2

Detached building required

For SI: 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3, 1 ton = 2000 lbs. = 907.2 kg.

(c) 5003.8.3 Control areas. Control areas shall comply with paragraphs (C)(8)(c)(i)(5003.8.3.1) to (C)(8)(c)(v)(5003.8.3.5) of this rule.

(d) 5003.8.4 Gas rooms. Where a gas room is used to increase the maximum allowable quantity per control area or provided to comply with the provisions of rule 1301:7-7-60 of the Administrative Code, the gas room shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(8)(d)(i)(5003.8.4.1) and (C)(8)(d)(ii)(5003.8.4.2) of this rule.

(e) 5003.8.5 Exhausted enclosures. Where an exhausted enclosure is used to increase maximum allowable quantity per control area or where the location of hazardous materials in exhausted enclosures is provided to comply with the provisions of rule 1301:7-7-60 of the Administrative Code, the exhausted enclosure shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(8)(e)(i)(5003.8.5.1) to (C)(8)(e)(iii)(5003.8.5.3) of this rule.

(f) 5003.8.6 Gas cabinets. Where a gas cabinet is used to increase the maximum allowable quantity per control area or where the location of compressed gases in gas cabinets is provided to comply with the provisions of rule 1301:7-7-60 of the Administrative Code, the gas cabinet shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(8)(f)(i)(5003.8.6.1) to (C)(8)(f)(iii)(5003.8.6.3) of this rule.

(g) 5003.8.7 Hazardous materials storage cabinets. Where storage cabinets are used to increase maximum allowable quantity per control area or to comply with this rule, such cabinets shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(8)(g)(i)(5003.8.7.1) and (C)(8)(g)(ii)(5003.8.7.2) of this rule.

(a) 5003.9.1 Personnel training and written procedures. Persons responsible for the operation of areas in which hazardous materials are stored, dispensed, handled or used shall be familiar with the chemical nature of the materials and the appropriate mitigating actions necessary in the event of fire, leak or spill.

(b) 5003.9.2 Security. Storage, dispensing, use and handling areas shall be secured against unauthorized entry and safeguarded against inappropriate public access.

(c) 5003.9.3 Protection from vehicles. Guard posts or other approved means shall be provided to protect storage tanks and connected piping, valves and fittings; dispensing areas; and use areas subject to vehicular damage in accordance with paragraph (L)(312) of rule 1301:7-7-03 of the Administrative Code.

(d) 5003.9.4 Electrical wiring and equipment. Electrical wiring and equipment shall be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 70 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.

(e) 5003.9.5 Static accumulation. Where processes or conditions exist where a flammable mixture could be ignited by static electricity, means shall be provided to prevent the accumulation of a static charge.

(f) 5003.9.6 Protection from light. Materials that are sensitive to light shall be stored in containers designed to protect them from such exposure.

(g) 5003.9.7 Shock padding. Materials that are shock sensitive shall be padded, suspended or otherwise protected against accidental dislodgment and dislodgment during seismic activity.

(h) 5003.9.8 Separation of incompatible materials. Incompatible materials in storage and storage of materials that are incompatible with materials in use shall be separated where the stored materials are in containers having a capacity of more than 5 pounds (2 kg) or 0.5 gallon (2 L). Separation shall be accomplished by:

(i) 5003.9.9 Shelf storage. Shelving shall be of substantial construction, and shall be braced and anchored in accordance with the seismic design requirements of the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code for the seismic zone in which the material is located. Shelving shall be treated, coated or constructed of materials that are compatible with the hazardous materials stored. Shelves shall be provided with a lip or guard where used for the storage of individual containers.

Exceptions:

(j) 5003.9.10 Safety cans. Safety cans shall be listed in accordance with UL 30 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code where used to increase the maximum allowable quantities per control area of flammable or combustible liquids in accordance with Table 5003.1.1(1) of this rule. Safety cans listed in accordance with UL 1313 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code are allowed for flammable and combustible liquids where not used to increase the maximum allowable quantities per control area and for other hazardous material liquids in accordance with the listing.

(a) 5003.10.1 Valve protection. Hazardous material gas containers, cylinders and tanks in transit shall have their protective caps in place. Containers, cylinders and tanks of highly toxic or toxic compressed gases shall have their valve outlets capped or plugged with an approved closure device in accordance with rule 1301:7-7-53 of the Administrative Code.

(b) 5003.10.2 Carts and trucks required. Liquids in containers exceeding 5 gallons (19 L) in a corridor or enclosure for a stairway or ramp shall be transported on a cart or truck. Containers of hazardous materials having a hazard ranking of 3 or 4 in accordance with NFPA 704 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code and transported within corridors or interior exit stairways and ramps, shall be on a cart or truck. Where carts and trucks are required for transporting hazardous materials, they shall be in accordance with paragraph (C)(10)(c)(5003.10.3) of this rule.

Exceptions:

(c) 5003.10.3 Carts and trucks. Carts and trucks required by paragraph (C)(10)(b)(5003.10.2) of this rule to be used to transport hazardous materials shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(10)(c)(i)(5003.10.3.1) to (C)(10)(c)(vi)(5003.10.3.6) of this rule.

(a) 5003.11.1 Maximum allowable quantity per control area in Group M or S occupancies. The aggregate amount of nonflammable solid and nonflammable or noncombustible liquid hazardous materials stored and displayed within a single control area of a Group M occupancy or stored in a single control area of a Group S occupancy shall not exceed the amounts set forth in Table 5003.11.1 of this rule.

Table 5003.11.1

Maximum allowable quantity per indoor and outdoor control area in Group M and S occupancies-nonflammable solids, nonflammable and noncombustible liquidsd,e,f

For SI: 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 gallon = 3.785 L, 1 cubic foot = 0.02832 m3.

a. Hazard categories are as specified in paragraph (A)(2)(b)(5001.2.2) of this rule.

b. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased 100 per cent in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with paragraph (C)(3)(a)(i)(903.3.1.1) of rule 1301:7-7-09 of the Administrative Code. Where note c also applies, the increase for both notes shall be applied accumulatively.

c. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased 100 per cent where stored in storage cabinets in accordance with paragraph (C)(8)(5003.8) of this rule. Where note b also applies, the increase for both notes shall be applied accumulatively.

d. See Table 5003.8.3.2 of this rule for design and number of control areas.

e. Maximum allowable quantities for other hazardous material categories shall be in accordance with paragraph (C)(1)(5003.1) of this rule.

f. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased 100 per cent in outdoor control areas.

g. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased to 2,250 pounds where individual packages are in the original sealed containers from the manufacturer or packager and do not exceed 10 pounds each.

h. Maximum allowable quantities shall be increased to 4,500 pounds where individual packages are in the original sealed containers from the manufacturer or packager and do not exceed 10 pounds each.

i. Quantities are unlimited where protected by an automatic sprinkler system.

j. Quantities are unlimited in an outdoor control area.

(b) 5003.11.2 Maximum allowable quantity per outdoor control area in Group M or S occupancies. The aggregate amount of nonflammable solid and nonflammable or noncombustible liquid hazardous materials stored and displayed within a single outdoor control area of a Group M occupancy shall not exceed the amounts set forth in Table 5003.11.1 of this rule.

(c) 5003.11.3 Storage and display. Storage and display shall be in accordance with paragraphs (C)(11)(c)(i)(5003.11.3.1) to (C)(11)(c)(xi)(5003.11.3.11) of this rule.

(a) Outdoor control areas shall be kept free from weeds, debris and common combustible materials not necessary to the storage. The area surrounding an outdoor control area shall be kept clear of such materials for not less than 15 feet (4572 mm).

(b) Outdoor control areas shall be located not closer than 20 feet (6096 mm) from a lot line that can be built upon, public street, public alley or public way.

Exceptions:

(c) Where a property exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 m2), a group of two outdoor control areas is allowed where approved and where each control area is separated by a minimum distance of 50 feet (15 240 mm).

(d) Where a property exceeds 35,000 square feet (3252 m2), additional groups of outdoor control areas are allowed when approved and when each group is separated by a minimum distance of 300 feet (91 440 mm).

(a) 5004.2.1 Spill control for hazardous material liquids. Rooms, buildings or areas used for the storage of hazardous material liquids in individual vessels having a capacity of more than 55 gallons (208 L), or in which the aggregate capacity of multiple vessels exceeds 1,000 gallons (3785 L), shall be provided with spill control to prevent the flow of liquids to adjoining areas. Floors in indoor locations and similar surfaces in outdoor locations shall be constructed to contain a spill from the largest single vessel by one of the following methods:

(b) 5004.2.2 Secondary containment for hazardous material liquids and solids. Where required by Table 5004.2.2 of this rule buildings, rooms or areas used for the storage of hazardous materials liquids or solids shall be provided with secondary containment in accordance with this paragraph where the capacity of an individual vessel or the aggregate capacity of multiple vessels exceeds both of the following:

(c) 5004.2.3 Containment pallets. Where used as an alternative to spill control and secondary containment for outdoor storage in accordance with the exception in paragraph (D)(2)(5004.2) of this rule, containment pallets shall comply with all of the following:

(a) 5004.3.1 System requirements. Exhaust ventilation systems shall comply with all of the following:

(a) 5004.7.1 Exempt applications. Standby or emergency power is not required for mechanical ventilation systems for any of the following:

(b) 5004.7.2 Fail-safe engineered systems. Standby power for mechanical ventilation, treatment systems and temperature control systems shall not be required where an approved fail-safe engineered system is installed.

(a) 5004.8.1 Temperature control. Materials that must be kept at temperatures other than normal ambient temperatures to prevent a hazardous reaction shall be provided with an approved means to maintain the temperature within a safe range. Redundant temperature control equipment that will operate on failure of the primary temperature control system shall be provided. Where approved, alternative means that prevent a hazardous reaction are allowed.

(b) 5004.8.2 Pressure control. Stationary tanks and equipment containing hazardous material liquids that can generate pressures exceeding design limits because of exposure fires or internal reaction shall have some form of construction or other approved means that will relieve excessive internal pressure. The means of pressure relief shall vent to an approved location or to an exhaust scrubber or treatment system where required by rule 1301:7-7-60 of the Administrative Code.

(a) 5005.1.1 Separation of incompatible materials. Separation of incompatible materials shall be in accordance with paragraph (C)(9)(h)(5003.9.8) of this rule.

(b) 5005.1.2 Noncombustible floor. Except for surfacing, floors of areas where liquid or solid hazardous materials are dispensed or used in open systems shall be of noncombustible, liquid-tight construction.

(c) 5005.1.3 Spill control and secondary containment for hazardous material liquids. Where required by other provisions of paragraph (E)(5005) of this rule, spill control and secondary containment shall be provided for hazardous material liquids in accordance with paragraph (D)(2)(5004.2) of this rule.

(d) 5005.1.4 Limit controls. Limit controls shall be provided in accordance with paragraphs (E)(1)(d)(i)(5005.1.4.1) to (E)(1)(d)(iv)(5005.1.4.4) of this rule.

(e) 5005.1.5 Standby or emergency power. Where mechanical ventilation, treatment systems, temperature control, manual alarm, detection or other electrically operated systems are required by this code, such systems shall be provided with emergency or standby power in accordance with paragraph (D)(604) of rule 1301:7-7-06 of the Administrative Code.

(f) 5005.1.6 Supervision and monitoring. Manual alarm, detection and automatic fire-extinguishing systems required by other provisions of paragraph (E)(5005) of this rule shall be electrically supervised and monitored by an approved supervisory service or, where approved, shall initiate an audible and visual signal at a constantly attended on-site location.

(g) 5005.1.7 Lighting. Adequate lighting by natural or artificial means shall be provided.

(h) 5005.1.8 Fire-extinguishing systems. Indoor rooms or areas in which hazardous materials are dispensed or used shall be protected by an automatic fire-extinguishing system in accordance with rule 1301:7-7-09 of the Administrative Code. Sprinkler system design shall be not less than that required for Ordinary Hazard, Group 2, with a minimum design area of 3,000 square feet (279 m2). Where the materials or storage arrangement are required by other regulations to be provided with higher level of sprinkler system protection, the higher level of sprinkler system protection shall be provided.

(i) 5005.1.9 Ventilation. Indoor dispensing and use areas shall be provided with exhaust ventilation in accordance with paragraph (D)(3)(5004.3) of this rule.

Exception: Ventilation is not required for dispensing and use of flammable solids other than finely divided particles.

(j) 5005.1.10 Liquid transfer. Liquids having a hazard ranking of 3 or 4 in accordance with NFPA 704 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code shall be transferred by one of the following methods:

(k) 5005.1.11 Design. Systems shall be suitable for the use intended and shall be designed by persons competent in such design. Controls shall be designed to prevent materials from entering or leaving the process or reaction system at other than the intended time, rate, or path. Where failure of an automatic control could result in a dangerous condition or reaction, the automatic control shall be fail-safe.

(a) 5005.2.1 Open systems. Dispensing and use of hazardous materials in open containers or systems shall be in accordance with paragraphs (E)(2)(a)(i)(5005.2.1.1) to (E)(2)(a)(iv)(5005.2.1.4) of this rule.

(b) 5005.2.2 Closed systems. Use of hazardous materials in closed containers or systems shall be in accordance with paragraphs (E)(2)(b)(i)(5005.2.2.1) to (E)(2)(b)(iv)(5005.2.2.4) of this rule.

(a) 5005.3.1 Quantities exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area. Outdoor dispensing or use of hazardous materials, in either closed or open containers or systems, in amounts exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in Tables 5003.1.1(3) and 5003.1.1(4) of this rule shall be in accordance with paragraphs (A)(5001), (C)(5003), (E)(1)(5005.1) and (E)(3)(5005.3) of this rule.

(b) 5005.3.2 Quantities not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area. Outdoor dispensing or use of hazardous materials, in either closed or open containers or systems, in amounts not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in Tables 5003.1.1(3) and 5003.1.1(4) of this rule shall be in accordance with paragraphs (A)(5001) and (C)(5003) of this rule.

(c) 5005.3.3 Location. Outdoor dispensing and use areas for hazardous materials shall be located as required for outdoor storage in accordance with paragraph (D)(5004) of this rule.

(d) 5005.3.4 Spill control for hazardous material liquids in open systems. Outdoor areas where hazardous material liquids are dispensed into vessels exceeding a 1.3 -gallon (5 L) capacity or used in open systems exceeding a 5.3 -gallon (20 L) capacity shall be provided with spill control in accordance with paragraph (D)(2)(a)(5004.2.1) of this rule.

(e) 5005.3.5 Secondary containment for hazardous material liquids in open systems. Where required by Table 5005.2.1.4 of this rule, outdoor areas where hazardous material liquids are dispensed or used in open systems shall be provided with secondary containment in accordance with paragraph (D)(2)(b)(5004.2.2) of this rule where the capacity of an individual vessel or system or the capacity of multiple vessels or systems exceeds the following:

(f) 5005.3.6 Spill control for hazardous material liquids in closed systems. Outdoor areas where hazardous material liquids are used in closed systems exceeding 55 gallons (208 L) shall be provided with spill control in accordance with paragraph (D)(2)(a)(5004.2.1) of this rule.

(g) 5005.3.7 Secondary containment for hazardous material liquids in closed systems. Where required by Table 5005.2.1.4 of this rule, outdoor areas where hazardous material liquids are dispensed or used in closed systems shall be provided with secondary containment in accordance with paragraph (D)(2)(b)(5004.2.2) of this rule where the capacity of an individual vessel or system or the capacity of multiple vessels or systems exceeds the following:

(h) 5005.3.8 Clearance from combustibles. The area surrounding an outdoor dispensing or use area shall be kept clear of combustible materials and vegetation for a minimum distance of 30 feet (9144 mm).

(i) 5005.3.9 Weather protection. Where overhead noncombustible construction is provided for sheltering outdoor hazardous material use areas, such use shall not be considered indoor use where the area is constructed in accordance with the requirements for weather protection as required in the building code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.

Exception: Use of explosive materials shall be considered as indoor use.

(a) 5005.4.1 Quantities exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area. Handling of hazardous materials in indoor and outdoor locations in amounts exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in Tables 5003.1.1(1) to 5003.1.1(4) of this rule shall be in accordance with paragraphs (A)(5001), (C)(5003), (E)(1)(5005.1) and (E)(4)(5005.4) of this rule.

(b) 5005.4.2 Quantities not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area. Handling of hazardous materials in indoor locations in amounts not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in Tables 5003.1.1(1) and 5003.1.1(2) of this rule shall be in accordance with paragraphs (A)(5001), (C)(5003) and (E)(1)(5005.1) of this rule. Handling of hazardous materials in outdoor locations in amounts not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in Tables 5003.1.1(3) and 5003.1.1(4) of this rule shall be in accordance with paragraphs (A)(5001) and (C)(5003) of this rule.

(c) 5005.4.3 Location. Outdoor handling areas for hazardous materials shall be located as required for outdoor storage in accordance with paragraph (D)(5004) of this rule.

(d) 5005.4.4 Dispensing use and handling. Where hazardous materials having a hazard ranking of 3 or 4 in accordance with NFPA 704 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code are transported through corridors, interior exit stairways or ramps or exit passageways, there shall be an emergency telephone system, a local manual alarm station or an approved alarm-initiating device at not more than 150-foot (45 720 mm) intervals and at each exit and exit access doorway throughout the transport route. The signal shall be relayed to an approved central, proprietary or remote station service or a constantly attended on-site location and shall also initiate a local audible alarm.