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5704.3.2 Liquid Storage Cabinets

California Fire Code 2019 > 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids > 5704 Storage > 5704.3 Container and Portable Tank Storage > 5704.3.2 Liquid Storage Cabinets
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Where other sections of this code require that liquid containers be stored in storage cabinets, such cabinets and storage shall be in accordance with Sections 5704.3.2.1 through 5704.3.2.2.

5704.3.2.1 Design and Construction of Storage Cabinets

Design and construction of liquid storage cabinets shall be in accordance with Sections 5704.3.2.1.1 through 5704.3.2.1.4.

5704.3.2.1.1 Materials

Cabinets shall be listed in accordance with UL 1275, or constructed of approved wood or metal in accordance with the following:

  1. Unlisted metal cabinets shall be constructed of steel having a thickness of not less than 0.044 inch (1.12 mm) (18 gage). The cabinet, including the door, shall be double walled with 11/2-inch (38 mm) airspace between the walls. Joints shall be riveted or welded and shall be tight fitting.
  2. Unlisted wooden cabinets, including doors, shall be constructed of not less than 1-inch (25 mm) exterior grade plywood. Joints shall be rabbeted and shall be fastened in two directions with wood screws. Door hinges shall be of steel or brass. Cabinets shall be painted with an intumescent-type paint.

5704.3.2.1.2 Labeling

Cabinets shall be provided with a conspicuous label in red letters on contrasting background that reads: FLAMMABLE—KEEP FIRE AWAY.

5704.3.2.1.3 Doors

Doors shall be well fitted, self-closing and equipped with a three-point latch.

5704.3.2.1.4 Bottom

The bottom of the cabinet shall be liquid tight to a height of not less than 2 inches (51 mm).

5704.3.2.2 Capacity

The combined total quantity of liquids in a cabinet shall not exceed 120 gallons (454 L).

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5704.3.2 Flammable and Combustible Liquids, Liquid Storage Cabinets
Where other sections of this code require that liquid containers be stored in storage cabinets, such cabinets and storage shall be in accordance ...
California Fire Code 2019 > 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids > 5704 Storage > 5704.3 Container and Portable Tank Storage > 5704.3.2 Liquid Storage Cabinets
5704.3.2 Flammable and Combustible Liquids, Liquid Storage Cabinets
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5704.3.2.1.1 Flammable and Combustible Liquids, Materials
Cabinets shall be listed in accordance with UL 1275, or constructed of approved wood or metal in accordance with the following: Unlisted metal ...
California Fire Code 2016 > 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids > 5704 Storage > 5704.3 Container and Portable Tank Storage > 5704.3.2 Liquid Storage Cabinets > 5704.3.2.1 Design and Construction of Storage Cabinets > 5704.3.2.1.1 Materials
5704.3.2.1.2 Flammable and Combustible Liquids, Labeling
Cabinets shall be provided with a conspicuous label in red letters on contrasting background that reads: FLAMMABLE—KEEP FIRE AWAY ...
California Fire Code 2019 > 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids > 5704 Storage > 5704.3 Container and Portable Tank Storage > 5704.3.2 Liquid Storage Cabinets > 5704.3.2.1 Design and Construction of Storage Cabinets > 5704.3.2.1.2 Labeling
5704.3.2.1.2 Flammable and Combustible Liquids, Labeling
Cabinets shall be provided with a conspicuous label in red letters on contrasting background that reads: FLAMMABLE—KEEP FIRE AWAY ...
California Fire Code 2016 > 57 Flammable and Combustible Liquids > 5704 Storage > 5704.3 Container and Portable Tank Storage > 5704.3.2 Liquid Storage Cabinets > 5704.3.2.1 Design and Construction of Storage Cabinets > 5704.3.2.1.2 Labeling
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