2603.2.1 Electricity.

Electricity in any part of the building or structure where operation of switches or electrical devices, equipment and systems could serve as a source of ignition during and for a reasonable time after any fumigation or insecticidal fogging operation shall be shut off.

   Exception: Circulating fans that have been specifically designed for utilization in hazardous atmospheres and installed in accordance with the Electrical Code.

2603.2.2 Electronic devices.

Electronic devices, including portable equipment and cellular phones, shall be shut off. Telephone lines shall be disconnected from telephones.

2603.3 Notification.

The department shall be notified in writing at least 48 hours before the building or structure is to be closed in connection with the utilization of any toxic or flammable fumigant. Notification shall give the location of the enclosed space to be fumigated or fogged, the occupancy, the fumigants or insecticides to be utilized, the person or persons responsible for the operation, and the date and time at which the operation will begin. Written notice of any fumigation or insecticidal fogging operation shall be given to all affected occupants of the building, structure or portion thereof in which such operations are to be conducted, with sufficient advance notice to allow all such spaces to be vacated in an orderly manner. Such notice shall inform the occupants as to the purposes and anticipated duration of the fumigation operations.