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5801.1 Scope.
This chapter shall govern the storage, handling and use of flammable gases.
Exceptions:
1. Flammable gases used as refrigerants in refrigerating systems, as set forth in FC 606.
2. Liquefied petroleum gases, as set forth in FC Chapter 61.
3. Fuel-gas systems, as set forth in the construction codes, including the Fuel Gas Code, other than gaseous hydrogen systems.
4. Compressed natural gas motor fuel-dispensing facilities as set forth in FC 2308.
5. Pyrophoric gases, as set forth in FC Chapter 64.
6. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) as set forth in FC Chapter 55.
5801.2 Permits.
Permits shall be required as set forth in FC 105.6.
5801.3 General.
Flammable gases shall be stored, handled and used in accordance with this chapter, FC Chapter 53 and NFPA 55. Cryogenic fluids shall additionally comply with the requirements of FC Chapter 55.
5801.4 Supervision.
Except as otherwise provided for ethylene oxide, compressed natural gas and methane recovery, the handling and use of flammable gases in quantities requiring a permit shall be under the personal supervision of a certificate of fitness holder. The storage of flammable gases in quantities requiring a permit shall be under the general supervision of a certificate of fitness holder.
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