(a) The provisions of Sections 385.46 to 385.51 shall govern the storage and handling of corrosive liquids and fume hazard gases. However, such provisions shall not apply, and no permit shall be required, for the storage or handling of such liquids or gases in small quantities in research laboratories, hospitals, chemical or educational laboratories, retail drug stores or similar establishments, except that such liquids and gases shall, wherever practicable, be kept in containers which conform to the requirements specified in Sections 385.46 to 385.51.
(c) Corrosive liquids shall include hydrochloric, nitric, sulphuric, perchloric, hydrofluoric and other similar acids; alkaline caustic liquids; and other corrosive liquids which react chemically with common materials such as wood or iron, or which may emit hazardous or irritant fumes, or generate heat and cause fire when in contact with organic matter or water, or cause severe damage when in contact with living tissue, or are otherwise similarly hazardous to life or property.
(d) Fume hazard gases include ammonia, chlorine, phosgene, sulphur-dioxide and other similar poisonous, irritant, corrosive or fume hazard gases.
(e) Except as provided in subsection (a) hereof, a permit from the Fire Chief shall be required for the storage or use of fume hazard gases, and for the storage of corrosive liquids in excess of one (1) carboy or an aggregate of five (5) gallons.
(Ord. No. 991-49. Passed 6-27-49, eff. 6-27-49)