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§2706-01 Non-Production Laboratories
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(a) Scope. This section sets forth the standards and requirements for the storage, handling and use of hazardous materials in non-production laboratories.
(b) General Provisions. Non-production laboratories shall be designed, installed, operated and maintained in compliance with the requirements of FC2706 and this section.
(c) Design and Installation Requirements.
(1) Electrical requirements. Electrical devices, equipment and systems installed in storage rooms in non-production laboratories shall comply with the Electrical Code requirements for Class I, Group D, Division 2 locations.
(d) Operational Requirements.
(1) Signage. The entrance to each laboratory unit door shall have a conspicuously posted sign, constructed of metal or other durable material, with RED letters on a white background which shall be located in the area of the mid-point of the height of the door. Such sign shall read as follows:

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