CHAPTER 3: GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE.

SECTION 308. – OPEN FLAMES.

The following San Francisco Fire Code section replaces the corresponding International Fire Code section:

308.1.3. [For SF] Torches for Removing Paint.

   The use of torches or other flame-producing devices to remove paint is prohibited.

The following San Francisco Fire Code section replaces the corresponding International Fire Code section:

308.1.6.2. [For SF] Portable Fueled Open-Flame Devices.

   Portable open-flame devices fueled by flammable or combustible gases or liquids shall be enclosed or installed in such a manner as to prevent the flame from contacting combustible material.

   Exceptions:

   1.   LP-gas-fueled devices used for sweating pipe joints in accordance with Chapter 61.

   2.   Hot work and cutting and welding operations in accordance with Chapter 35.

   3.   Candles and open-flame decorative devices in accordance with Section 308.3.

Section 308.2 of the International Fire Code is deleted.

SECTION 316. – HAZARDS TO FIREFIGHTERS.