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.

5003.9.3 Protection from vehicles.

Posts or other approved means shall be provided to protect storage tanks and connected piping, valves and fittings; use areas; and dispensing areas subject to vehicular damage in accordance with FC 312.