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3405.5 Alcohol-Based Hand Rubs Classified as Class I or Class II Liquids
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The storage, handling and use of dispensers containing alcohol-based hand rubs classified as Class I or Class II liquids shall be in compliance with the following requirements:
- Dispensers shall be of the nonaerosol, disposable and nonrefillable type.
- The maximum capacity of each dispenser shall be 68 ounces (2.0 L).
- The maximum alcohol content shall not exceed 95 percent by volume.
- The minimum separation between dispensers shall be 48 inches (1219 mm).
- Dispensers shall not be installed directly adjacent to, above or below any electrical receptacle, switch, appliance, device or other ignition source. The wall space between the dispenser and the floor shall remain clear and unobstructed.
- Dispensers shall be wall mounted with the bottom of each dispenser a minimum of 42 inches (1067 mm) and a maximum of 48 inches (1219 mm) above the finished floor.
- Dispensers shall not release their contents except when the dispenser is manually activated.
- The storage of dispensers shall be in compliance with the applicable requirements of FC3404.
- In occupancies with carpeted floors, dispensers may only be installed in smoke compartments or fire areas protected throughout by a sprinkler system.
Dispensers installed in corridors shall additionally comply with the following requirements:
- The maximum capacity of each dispenser shall be 41 ounces (1.21 L).
- The maximum quantity allowed in a corridor within a control area shall be 10 gallons (38 L).
- The minimum corridor width shall be 72 inches (1829 mm).
- Projections into a corridor shall be in accordance with the construction codes, including the Building Code.
- The corridor shall be protected throughout by a sprinkler system or smoke detection system.
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