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.

5003.9.4 Electrical wiring and equipment.

Electrical wiring and equipment shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the Electrical Code.

5003.9.5 Static accumulation.

When conditions exist that could cause a flammable mixture to be ignited by static electricity, equipment shall be grounded and all other necessary and appropriate actions taken to prevent the accumulation of a static charge.

5003.9.6 Protection from light.

Materials that are sensitive to light shall be stored in containers designed to protect them from such exposure.

5003.9.7 Shock protection.

Materials that are sensitive to shock shall be padded, suspended or otherwise protected against jarring, seismic activity or other movement.

5003.9.8 Separation of incompatible materials.

Incompatible materials shall be separated while in storage or use except for stored materials in containers having a capacity of not more than 5 pounds (2 kg) or 1/2 gallon (2 L). Separation shall be accomplished by:

   1.   Segregating incompatible materials in storage by a distance of not less than 20 feet (6096 mm).

   2.   Isolating incompatible materials in storage by a noncombustible partition extending not less than 18 inches (457 mm) above and to the sides of the stored material.

   3.   Storing liquid and solid materials in hazardous material storage cabinets. Materials that are incompatible shall not be stored in the same cabinet.

   4.   Storing compressed gases in gas cabinets or exhausted enclosures in accordance with FC 5003.8.5 and 5003.8.6. Materials that are incompatible shall not be stored within the same cabinet or exhausted enclosure.