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Section 5104 Inside Storage of Aerosol Products

California Fire Code 2019 > 51 Aerosols > 5104 Inside Storage of Aerosol Products
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5104.1 General

The inside storage of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products shall comply with Sections 5104.2 through 5104.8 and NFPA 30B. Level 1 aerosol products and those aerosol products covered by Section 5104.1.1 shall be considered to be equivalent to a Class III commodity and shall comply with the requirements for palletized or rack storage in NFPA 13.

5104.1.1 Plastic Level 1 Aerosol Products

Aerosol products in plastic containers larger than 4 fluid ounces (118 ml), but not to exceed 33.8 fluid ounces (1000 ml), shall be allowed only where in accordance with this section. The commodity classification shall be Class III commodities, as defined in NFPA 13 where any of the following conditions are met:

  1. Base product does not have a fire point where tested in accordance with ASTM D92, and nonflammable propellant.
  2. Base product does not sustain combustion as tested in accordance with Appendix H, "Method of Testing for Sustained Combustibility," in DOTn 49 CFR Part 173, and nonflammable propellant.
  3. Base product contains up to 20 percent by volume (15.8 percent by weight) of ethanol, isopropyl alcohol or a combination thereof in an aqueous mix, and nonflammable propellant.
  4. Base product contains 4 percent by weight or less of an emulsified flammable liquefied gas propellant within an aqueous base. The propellant shall remain emulsified for the life of the product. Where such propellant is not permanently emulsified, the propellant shall be nonflammable.

5104.1.2 Plastic Aerosol X Products

Plastic aerosol X products are those products, in containers larger than 4 fluid ounces (118 ml), that do not meet the criteria provided in Section 5104.1.1.

5104.1.2.1 Storage, Use or Handling

The storage, use or handling of plastic aerosol X products shall be prohibited.

5104.2 Storage in Groups A, B, E, F, I and R

Storage of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products in occupancies in Groups A, B, E, F, I and R shall be limited to the following maximum quantities:

  1. A net weight of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) of Level 2 aerosol products.
  2. A net weight of 500 pounds (227 kg) of Level 3 aerosol products.
  3. A combined net weight of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products.

The maximum quantity shall be increased 100 percent where the excess quantity is stored in storage cabinets in accordance with Section 5704.3.2.

5104.2.1 Excess Storage

Storage of quantities exceeding the maximum quantities indicated in Section 5104.2 shall be stored in separate inside flammable liquid storage rooms in accordance with Section 5104.5.

5104.2.2 Aerosol Cooking Spray Products

Storage of aerosol cooking spray products in A, B, E, F and R occupancies shall not be more than 1,000 pounds (454 kg) net weight.

5104.3 Storage in General Purpose Warehouses

Aerosol product storage in general purpose warehouses utilized only for warehousing-type operations involving mixed commodities shall comply with Section 5104.3.1, 5104.3.2. or 5104.3.3.

5104.3.1 Nonsegregated Storage

Storage consisting of solid pile, palletized or rack storage of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products not segregated into areas utilized exclusively for the storage of aerosol products shall comply with Table 5104.3.1.

TABLE 5104.3.1

NONSEGREGATED STORAGE OF LEVEL 2 AND 3 AEROSOL PRODUCTS IN GENERAL PURPOSE WAREHOUSESb

AEROSOL LEVEL
MAXIMUM NET WEIGHT PER FLOOR (pounds)b
Palletized or
solid-pile storage
Rack storage
Unprotected Protecteda Unprotected Protecteda
2 2,500 12,000 2,500 24,000
3 1,000 12,000 1,000 24,000
Combination
2 and 3
2,500 12,000 2,500 24,000

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2.

  1. Approved automatic sprinkler system protection and storage arrangements shall comply with NFPA 30B. Sprinkler system protection shall extend 20 feet beyond the storage area containing the aerosol products.
  2. Storage quantities indicated are the maximum permitted in any 50,000-square-foot area.

5104.3.2 Segregated Storage

Storage of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products segregated into areas utilized exclusively for the storage of aerosol products shall comply with Table 5104.3.2 and Sections 5104.3.2.1 and 5104.3.2.2.

TABLE 5104.3.2

SEGREGATED STORAGE OF LEVEL 2 AND 3 AEROSOL PRODUCTS IN GENERAL PURPOSE WAREHOUSES

STORAGE
SEPARATION
MAXIMUM
SEGREGATED

STORAGE AREAa
SPRINKLER
REQUIREMENTS
Percentage
of building

area

(percent)
Area
limitation

(square

feet)
Separation areae, f 15 20,000 Notes b, c
Chain-link fence enclosured 20 20,000 Notes b, c
1-hour fire-resistance-rated
interior walls
20 30,000 Note b
2-hour fire-resistance-rated
interior walls
25 40,000 Note b
3-hour fire-resistance-rated
interior walls
30 50,000 Note b

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2.

  1. The maximum segregated storage area shall be limited to the smaller of the two areas resulting from the percentage of building area limitation and the area limitation.
  2. Automatic sprinkler system protection in aerosol product storage areas shall comply with NFPA 30B and be approved. Building areas not containing aerosol product storage shall be equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
  3. Automatic sprinkler system protection in aerosol product storage areas shall comply with NFPA 30B and be approved. Sprinkler system protection shall extend a minimum 20 feet beyond the aerosol storage area.
  4. Chain-link fence enclosures shall comply with Section 5104.3.2.1.
  5. A separation area shall be defined as an area extending outward from the periphery of the segregated aerosol product storage area as follows.

    1. The limits of the aerosol product storage shall be clearly marked on the floor.
    2. The separation distance shall be not less than 25 feet and maintained clear of all materials with a commodity classification greater than Class III in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.
  6. Separation areas shall only be permitted where approved.

5104.3.2.1 Chain-Link Fence Enclosures

Chain-link fence enclosures required by Table 5104.3.2 shall comply with the following:

  1. The fence shall be not less than No. 9 gage steel wire, woven into a maximum 2-inch (51 mm) diamond mesh.
  2. The fence shall be installed from the floor to the underside of the roof or ceiling above.
  3. Class IV and high-hazard commodities shall be stored outside of the aerosol storage area and not less than 8 feet (2438 mm) from the fence.
  4. Access openings in the fence shall be provided with either self- or automatic-closing devices or a labyrinth opening arrangement preventing aerosol containers from rocketing through the access openings.
  5. Not less than two means of egress shall be provided from the fenced enclosure.

5104.3.2.2 Aisles

The minimum aisle requirements for segregated storage in general purpose warehouses shall comply with Table 5104.3.2.2.

TABLE 5104.3.2.2

SEGREGATED STORAGE AISLE WIDTHS AND DISTANCE TO AISLES IN GENERAL PURPOSE WAREHOUSES

STORAGE CONDITION MINIMUM
AISLE WIDTH (feet)
MAXIMUM
DISTANCE FROM

STORAGE TO AISLE (feet)
Solid pile or
palletizeda
4 feet between piles 25
Racks with ESFR
sprinklersa
4 feet between racks and
adjacent Level 2 and 3
aerosol product storage
25
Racks without ESFR
sprinklersa
8 feet between racks and
adjacent Level 2 and 3
aerosol product storage
25

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm.

  1. Sprinklers shall comply with NFPA 30B.

5104.3.3 Aerosol Cooking Spray Products

Solid pile, palletized or rack storage of aerosol cooking spray products in a general purpose warehouse shall not be more than 2,500 pounds (1135 kg) net weight, unless protected in accordance with NFPA 30B.

5104.4 Storage in Aerosol Product Warehouses

The total quantity of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products in a warehouse utilized for the storage, shipping and receiving of aerosol products shall not be restricted in structures complying with Sections 5104.4.1 through 5104.4.4.

5104.4.1 Automatic Sprinkler System

Aerosol product warehouses shall be protected by an approved wet-pipe automatic sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 30B. Sprinkler protection shall be designed based on the highest classification level of aerosol product present.

5104.4.2 Pile and Palletized Storage Aisles

Solid pile and palletized storage shall be arranged so the maximum travel distance to an aisle is 25 feet (7620 mm). Aisles shall have a minimum width of 4 feet (1219 mm).

5104.4.3 Rack Storage Aisles

Rack storage shall be arranged with a minimum aisle width of 8 feet (2438 mm) between rows of racks and 8 feet (2438 mm) between racks and adjacent solid pile or palletized storage. Where early suppression fast-response (ESFR) sprinklers provide automatic sprinkler protection, the minimum aisle width shall be 4 feet (1219 mm).

5104.4.4 Combustible Commodities

Combustible commodities other than flammable and combustible liquids shall be permitted to be stored in an aerosol product warehouse.

Exception: Flammable and combustible liquids in 1-quart (946 ml) metal containers and smaller shall be permitted to be stored in an aerosol product warehouse.

5104.5 Storage in Inside Flammable Liquid Storage Rooms

Inside flammable liquid storage rooms shall comply with Section 5704.3.7. The maximum quantities of aerosol products shall comply with Section 5104.5.1 or 5104.5.2.

5104.5.1 Storage Rooms of 500 Square Feet or Less

The storage of aerosol products in flammable liquid storage rooms less than or equal to 500 square feet (46 m2) in area shall not exceed the following quantities:

  1. A net weight of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) of Level 2 aerosol products.
  2. A net weight of 500 pounds (227 kg) of Level 3 aerosol products.
  3. A combined net weight of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products.

5104.5.2 Storage Rooms Greater Than 500 Square Feet

The storage of aerosol products in flammable liquid storage rooms greater than 500 square feet (46 m2) in area shall not exceed the following quantities:

  1. A net weight of 2,500 pounds (1135 kg) of Level 2 aerosol products.
  2. A net weight of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) of Level 3 aerosol products.
  3. A combined net weight of 2,500 pounds (1135 kg) of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products.

The maximum aggregate storage quantity of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products permitted in separate inside storage rooms protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 30B shall be 5,000 pounds (2270 kg).

5104.6 Storage in Liquid Warehouses

The storage of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products in liquid warehouses shall comply with NFPA 30B. The storage shall be located within segregated storage areas in accordance with Section 5104.3.2 and Sections 5104.6.1 through 5104.6.3.

5104.6.1 Containment

Spill control or drainage shall be provided to prevent the flow of liquid to within 8 feet (2438 mm) of the segregated storage area.

5104.6.2 Sprinkler Design

Sprinkler protection shall be designed based on the highest level of aerosol product present.

5104.6.3 Opening Protection Into Segregated Storage Areas

Fire doors or gates opening into the segregated storage area shall either be self-closing or provided with automatic-closing devices activated by sprinkler water flow or an approved fire detection system.

5104.7 Storage in Group M Occupancies

Storage of Level 2 and 3 aerosol products and aerosol cooking spray products in occupancies in Group M shall comply with Table 5104.7. Retail display shall comply with Section 5106.

TABLE 5104.7

MAXIMUM QUANTITIES OF LEVEL 2 AND 3 AEROSOL PRODUCTS AND AEROSOL COOKING SPRAY PRODUCTS IN RETAIL STORAGE AREAS

MAXIMUM NET WEIGHT PER FLOOR (pounds)
Floor Nonsegregated
storagea, b
Segregated storage
Storage
cabinetsb
Separated from
retail areac
Basement Not Permitted Not Permitted Not Permitted
Ground 2,500 5,000 Note d
Upper 500 1,000 Note d

For SI: 1 pound = 0.454 kg, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2.

  1. The total aggregate quantity on display and in storage shall not exceed the maximum retail display quantity indicated in Section 5106.3.
  2. Storage quantities indicated are the maximum permitted in any 50,000-square-foot area.
  3. The storage area shall be separated from the retail area with a 1-hour fire-resistance-rated assembly.
  4. See Table 5104.3.2.

5104.8 Storage of Aerosol Cooking Spray Products

Aerosol cooking spray products shall be permitted to be stored in a general purpose warehouse.

5104.8.1 Mixed Storage

Where aerosol cooking spray products are mixed with other higher-hazard aerosol products, the provided isolation, storage height restrictions and protection shall be based on the highest-hazard aerosol product present.

5104.8.2 Storage Conditions

The storage and handling of aerosol cooking spray products shall comply with this chapter and NFPA 30B.

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