N.Y.C. Admin. Code § FC 3003: Section FC 3003: Location

3003.1 Ventilation.

Enclosed rooms, basements or other areas below grade containing industrial furnaces shall be provided with combustion air in accordance with the construction codes, including the Mechanical Code and the Fuel Gas Code, and with ventilation in accordance with the Mechanical Code.

3003.2 Location.

Industrial furnaces and heaters shall be located such that in the event of fire or explosion resulting from overheating or from the escape of fuel gas or fuel oil, damage to the building and injury to persons is minimized.

3003.3 Ignition source.

Industrial furnaces shall be located so as not to pose an ignition hazard to flammable vapors or mists or combustible dusts that may be present as a result of a manufacturing operation or other lawful use and occupancy of the building.

3003.4 Temperatures.

Roofs and floors of furnaces shall be insulated and ventilated to prevent temperatures at combustible ceilings and floors from exceeding 160°F (71°C).