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3309.12 Pyrotechnic Material Separation Distances

NYC Fire Code 2014 > 33 Explosives, Fireworks and Special Effects > 3309 Special Effects > 3309.12 Pyrotechnic Material Separation Distances
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If a pyrotechnic material, article or device is used to create a special effect before an audience or bystanders, the distance to the audience or bystanders shall be as set forth in FC 3309.12.1 through 3309.12.3.

3309.12.1 Fallout Radius Separation

Each pyrotechnic material, article or device discharged or otherwise used to create a special effect shall be separated from any audience or bystanders by not less than twice the fallout radius of the device or 15 feet (4572 mm), whichever is greater.

3309.12.2 Concussion Mortar Separation

Concussion mortars shall be separated from the audience and bystanders by a minimum of 25 feet (7620 mm).

3309.12.3 Flaming Particle Separation

There shall be no glowing or flaming particles within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the audience or bystanders.

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