N.Y.C. Admin. Code § FC 6704: Section FC 6704: Storage

6704.1 Indoor storage.

Indoor storage of water-reactive solids and liquids in amounts exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in FC Table 5003.1.1(1), shall be in accordance with FC 5001, 5003, 5004 and this chapter.

6704.1.1 Detached storage.

Storage of water-reactive solids and liquids shall be in a detached building when required by FC 5003.8.2.

6704.1.2 Liquid-tight floor.

In addition to the provisions of FC 5004.12, floors in storage areas for water-reactive solids and liquids shall be of liquid-tight construction.

6704.1.3 Waterproof room.

Rooms or areas used for the storage of water-reactive solids and liquids shall be constructed in a manner which resists the penetration of water through the use of waterproof materials. Piping carrying water for other than sprinkler systems shall not be within such rooms or areas.

6704.1.4 Water-tight containers.

When Class 2 and/or Class 3 water-reactive solids and liquids are stored in areas protected by a sprinkler system, the materials shall be stored in closed water-tight containers.

6704.1.5 Storage configuration.

Water-reactive solids and liquids stored in quantities greater than 500 cubic feet (14 m

3

) shall be separated into piles, each not larger than 500 cubic feet (14 m

3

). Aisle widths between piles shall not be less than the height of the pile or 4 feet (1219 mm), whichever is greater.

Exception: Water-reactive solids and liquids stored in tanks.

6704.1.5.1 Class 2 storage in basements or other areas below grade.

Class 2 water-reactive solids and liquids shall not be stored in basements or other areas below grade unless such materials are stored in closed water-tight containers or tanks.

6704.1.5.2 Class 3 storage in basements or other areas below grade.

Class 3 water-reactive solids and liquids shall not be stored in basements or other areas below grade.

6704.1.5.3 Flammable liquids.

Class 2 or Class 3 water-reactive solids and liquids shall not be stored with flammable liquids.

6704.1.6 Explosion control.

Indoor storage rooms, areas and buildings containing Class 2 or Class 3 water-reactive solids and liquids shall be provided with explosion control in accordance with FC 911 and the construction codes, including the Building Code.

6704.1.7 Smoke and heat venting.

Rooms or areas for the storage of water-reactive solids and liquids shall be provided with smoke and heat venting in accordance with FC 910 and the construction codes, including the Building Code.

6704.2 Outdoor storage.

Outdoor storage of water-reactive solids and liquids in quantities exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area indicated in FC Table 5003.1.1(3) shall be in accordance with FC 5001, 5003, 5004 and this chapter.

6704.2.1 General.

Outdoor storage of water-reactive solids and liquids shall be within tanks or closed water-tight containers and shall be in accordance with FC 6704.2.2 through 6704.2.5.

6704.2.2 Distance to exposures from Class 3 material outdoor storage areas.

Class 3 water-reactive solids and liquids shall not be stored within 75 feet (22 860 mm) of buildings, lot lines, public streets, private roads or means of egress.

6704.2.3 Distance to exposures from Class 1 and Class 2 material outdoor storage areas.

Outdoor storage of Class 1 and Class 2 water-reactive solids and liquids shall not be within 20 feet (6096 mm) of buildings, lot lines, public streets, private roads or means of egress. A 2-hour fire barrier wall without openings or penetrations, and extending not less than 30 inches (762 mm) above and to the sides of the storage area, is allowed in lieu of such distance. The wall shall either be an independent structure, or the exterior wall of the building adjacent to the storage area.

6704.2.4 Storage conditions.

Class 3 water-reactive solids and liquids shall be limited to piles not greater than 500 cubic feet (14 m

3

).

6704.2.4.1 Class 1 and Class 2 piles.

Class 1 and Class 2 water-reactive solids and liquids shall be limited to piles not greater than 1,000 cubic feet (28 m

3

).

6704.2.4.2 Aisle widths.

Aisle widths between piles shall not be less than one-half the height of the pile or 10 feet (3048 mm), whichever is greater.

6704.2.5 Containment.

Secondary containment shall be provided in accordance with FC 5004.2.2.