N.Y.C. Admin. Code § FC 3303: Section FC 3303: Portable Fueled Space Heaters

3303.1 Design.

Portable fueled space heaters shall be designed, listed and labeled in accordance with the construction codes, including the Mechanical Code and the Fuel Gas Code, this code, and standards promulgated by the commissioner by rule, as applicable. Portable fueled space heaters shall be installed, operated and maintained in accordance with this chapter, the terms of the listing, and manufacturer's specifications.

3303.2 Portable oil-fueled heaters.

Portable oil-fueled space heaters may be stored, handled and used at construction sites for construction-related curing and drying purposes during the heating season beginning on October 15 and ending on May 30 of the following year, and at such other times of year as may be authorized by permit. Such heaters shall be stored, handled and used in accordance with this code and the rules.

3303.3 Portable gas-fueled heaters.

Portable gas-fueled space heaters utilizing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), compressed natural gas (CNG) and piped natural gas may be stored, handled and used at construction sites for construction-related curing and drying purposes during the heating season beginning on October 15 and ending on May 30 of the following year, and at such other times of year as may be authorized by permit. Such heaters shall be stored, handled and used in accordance with this code and the rules.

3303.4 Refueling.

Refueling operations shall be conducted in accordance with FC 5705. Portable fueled space heaters shall be shut down and cool to the touch before refueling.

3303.5 Installation.

Clearance to combustibles from portable fueled space heaters shall be maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. When in operation, portable fueled space heaters shall be fixed in place and protected from overturning, movement or damage in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

3303.5.1 Protection of heating element.

The heating element or combustion chamber shall have a permanent device to prevent accidental contact by persons or material.

3303.6 Supervision.

The handling and use of portable fueled space heaters shall be under the personal supervision of a person holding a certificate of fitness. The storage of portable fueled space heaters, and the fuel therefore, shall be under the general supervision of a certificate of fitness holder.