5003.8.7.1 Construction.

All interior surfaces of such cabinets shall be treated, coated or constructed of materials that are nonreactive with the hazardous material stored. Cabinets shall either be listed in accordance with UL 1275 as suitable for the intended storage or constructed in accordance with the following:

   1.   Cabinets shall be of steel having a thickness of not less than 0.0478 inch (1.2 mm) (No. 18 gauge). The cabinet, including the door, shall be double walled with a 1 1/2-inch (38 mm) airspace between the walls. Joints shall be riveted or welded and shall be tight fitting. Doors shall be well fitted, self-closing and equipped with a self-latching device.

   2.   The bottoms of cabinets utilized for the storage of liquids shall be liquid-tight to a minimum height of 2 inches (51 mm).

5003.8.7.1.1 Electrical equipment.

Electrical equipment and devices within cabinets used for the storage of hazardous gases or liquids shall be in accordance with the Electrical Code.

5003.8.7.2 Warning markings.

Cabinets shall be clearly identified in an approved manner with red letters on a contrasting background to read: HAZARDOUS – KEEP FIRE AWAY.

5003.9 General safety precautions.

General precautions for the safe storage, handling and use of hazardous materials shall be in accordance with FC 5003.9.1 through 5003.9.10.

5003.9.1 Personnel training and written procedures.

Persons responsible for the operation of areas in which hazardous materials are stored, handled or used, including dispensing, shall be familiar with the chemical nature of the materials and the appropriate mitigating actions necessary in the event of fire, leak or spill. A certificate of fitness shall be required when specified by this code or the rules or as a condition of a permit.

5003.9.1.1 Fire department liaison.

One or more responsible persons shall be designated to serve as a liaison to the department in connection with any emergency response to the premises, for purposes of providing access to the location where hazardous materials are stored on the premises, providing access to safety data sheets, and otherwise assisting in the development and implementation of emergency procedures. The names and telephone numbers of such responsible persons shall be included on the annual inventory required by New York State General Municipal Law Section 209-u and on a hazardous materials management plan when such plan is required. Telephone numbers shall include a 24-hour contact number for such responsible persons.

5003.9.2 Security.

Storage, handling and use areas, including dispensing areas, shall be secured against unauthorized entry and safeguarded in a manner approved by the commissioner.