N.Y.C. Admin. Code § FC 509: Section FC 509: Fire Protection and Utility Equipment Identification and Access

509.1 Identification.

Fire protection equipment shall be identified in an approved manner. Rooms containing controls for ventilation systems, sprinkler risers and valves, or other fire detection, extinguishing or control elements shall be identified for the use of the department. Approved signs required to identify fire protection equipment and equipment location, shall be constructed of durable materials, permanently installed and conspicuously posted.

509.2 Safe access.

Fire protection devices, equipment and systems, including fire detection systems and fire extinguishing systems, shall be readily accessible for inspection, operation and maintenance. Combustible materials, combustible waste and other items shall not be placed or stored in a manner that would obstruct or impede access to such equipment. Sprinkler and standpipe system control valves located at a height of 7 feet (2134 mm) or more above the floor shall be provided with fixed ladders, chains and wheels, or other approved means to provide ready access.

509.3 Natural gas shutoff tools.

Natural gas utilities shall provide the department with suitable tools for the operation of outdoor gas service line valves for a building or structure or other outdoor emergency shutoff device or equipment. The number of such tools required to supply the department's needs shall be determined by the commissioner.

509.4 Utility identification.

Where required by the department, water, natural gas, electric or other utility service shutoff valves and disconnect switches to a building, structure, premises, device, equipment or system shall be provided with a durable and conspicuous marking that identifies the building, structure, premises, device, equipment or system such shutoff valve or disconnect switch serves.