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Home My WebLink AboutDSHW-2024-006633Annual Reoccurring Hazmat Operational Permit What is Hazardous Materials? Dangerous goods are substances that when transported are a risk to health, safety, property or the environment. Certain dangerous goods that pose risks even when not being transported are known as hazardous materials (syllabically abbreviated as HAZMAT). An example for dangerous goods is hazardous waste which is waste that has substantial or potential threats to public health or the environment. Hazardous materials are often subject to chemical regulations. Hazmat teams are personnel specially trained to handle dangerous goods, which include materials that are radioactive, flammable, explosive, corrosive, oxidizing, asphyxiating, biohazardous, toxic, poisonous, pathogenic, or allergenic. Also included are physical conditions such as compressed gases and liquids or hot materials, including all goods containing such materials or chemicals, or may have other characteristics that render them hazardous in specific circumstances. Dangerous goods are often indicated by diamond-shaped signage on the item (see NFPA 704), its container, or the building where it is stored. The color of each diamond indicates its hazard, e.g., flammable is indicated with red, because fire and heat are generally of red color, and explosive is indicated with orange, because mixing red (flammable) with yellow (oxidizing agent) creates orange. A nonflammable and nontoxic gas is indicated with green, because all compressed air vessels were this color in France after World War II, and France was where the diamond system of hazmat identification originated. 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) Hazardous Materials Definition HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.Those chemicals or substances which are physical hazards or health hazards as defined and classified in IFC Chapter-2, whether the materials are in usable or waste condition. PHYSICAL HAZARD.A chemical for which there is evidence that it is a combustible liquid, cryogenic fluid, explosive, flammable (solid, liquid or gas), organic peroxide (solid or liquid), oxidizer (solid or liquid), oxidizing gas, pyrophoric (solid, liquid or gas), unstable (reactive) material (solid, liquid or gas) or water-reactive material (solid or liquid). HEALTH HAZARD.A classification of a chemical for which there is statistically significant evidence that acute or chronic health effects are capable of occurring in exposed persons. The term "health hazard" includes chemicals that are toxic, highly toxic and corrosive. https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2021P2 IFC Definition –Physical Hazard -Combustible Liquid & Flammable Liquid COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID.A liquid having a closed cup flash point at or above 100°F (38°C). Combustible liquids shall be subdivided as follows: •Class II. Liquids having a closed cup flash point at or above 100°F (38°C) and below 140°F (60°C).•Class IIIA.Liquids having a closed cup flash point at or above 140°F (60°C) and below 200°F (93°C).•Class IIIB.Liquids having closed cup flash points at or above 200°F (93°C). The category of combustible & Flammable liquids does not include compressed gases or cryogenic fluids or liquids that do not have a fire point when tested in accordance with ASTM D92. FLAMMABLE LIQUID. A liquid having a closed cup flash point below 100°F (38°C). Flammable liquids are further categorized into a group known as Class I liquids. The Class I category is subdivided as follows: •Class IA. Liquids having a flash point below 73°F (23°C) and having a boiling point below 100°F (38°C). •Class IB. Liquids having a flash point below 73°F (23°C) and having a boiling point at or above 100°F (38°C). •Class IC. Liquids having a flash point at or above 73°F (23°C) and below 100°F (38°C). IFC Definition –Physical Hazard -Cryogenic, Explosive, Organic Peroxide, Oxidizer CRYOGENIC FLUID.A fluid having a boiling point lower than -130°F (-89.9°C) at 14.7 pounds per square inch atmosphere (psia) (an absolute pressure of 101.3 kPa). EXPLOSIVE.A chemical compound, mixture or device, the primary or common purpose of which is to function by explosion. The term includes, but is not limited to, dynamite, black powder, pellet powder, initiating explosives, detonators, safety fuses, squibs, detonating cord, igniter cord and igniters. The term "explosive" includes any material determined to be within the scope of USC Title 18: Chapter 40 and also includes any material classified as an explosive by the hazardous materials regulations of DOTn 49 CFR Parts 100—18. ORGANIC PEROXIDE. An organic compound that contains the bivalent -O-O-structure and which may be considered to be a structural derivative of hydrogen peroxide where one or both of the hydrogen atoms have been replaced by an organic radical. Organic peroxides can present an explosion hazard (detonation or deflagration) or they can be shock sensitive. They can also decompose into various unstable compounds over an extended period of time. OXIDIZER (Solid, or Liquid).A material that readily yields oxygen or other oxidizing gas, or that readily reacts to promote or initiate combustion of combustible materials and, if heated or contaminated, can result in vigorous self-sustained decomposition. https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2021P2 IFC Definition –Physical Hazard -Oxidizing, Pyrophoric, Solid, & Unstable Reactive OXIDIZING CRYOGENIC FLUID.An oxidizing gas in the cryogenic state. OXIDIZING GAS.A gas that can support and accelerate combustion of other materials more than air does. PYROPHORIC (Solid, Liquid, or Gas).A chemical with an autoignition temperature in air, at or below a temperature of 130°F (54°C). UNSTABLE (REACTIVE) MATERIAL.A material, other than an explosive, which in the pure state or as commercially produced, will vigorously polymerize, decompose, condense or become self-reactive and undergo other violent chemical changes, including explosion, when exposed to heat, friction or shock, or in the absence of an inhibitor, or in the presence of contaminants, or in contact with incompatible materials. https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2021P2 IFC Definition –Health Hazard -Toxic TOXIC. A chemical falling within any of the following categories: A chemical that has a median lethal dose (LD50) of more than 50 milligrams per kilogram, but not more than 500 milligrams per kilogram of body weight when administered orally to albino rats weighing between 200 and 300 grams each.A chemical that has a median lethal dose (LD50) of more than 200 milligrams per kilogram but not more than 1,000 milligrams per kilogram of body weight when administered by continuous contact for 24 hours (or less if death occurs within 24 hours) with the bare skin of albino rabbits weighing between 2 and 3 kilograms each.A chemical that has a median lethal concentration (LC50) in air of more than 200 parts per million but not more than 2,000 parts per million by volume of gas or vapor, or more than 2 milligrams per liter but not more than 20 milligrams per liter of mist, fume or dust, when administered by continuous inhalation for 1 hour (or less if death occurs within 1 hour) to albino rats weighing between 200 and 300 grams each. https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2021P2 IFC Definition –Health Hazard –Highly Toxic HIGHLY TOXIC.A material which produces a lethal dose or lethal concentration which falls within any of the following categories:•A chemical that has a median lethal dose (LD50) of 50 milligrams or less per kilogram of body weight when administered orally to albino rats weighing between 200 and 300 grams each.•A chemical that has a median lethal dose (LD50) of 200 milligrams or less per kilogram of body weight when administered by continuous contact for 24 hours (or less if death occurs within 24 hours) with the bare skin of albino rabbits weighing between 2 and 3 kilograms each.•A chemical that has a median lethal concentration (LC50) in air of 200 parts per million by volume or less of gas or vapor, or 2 milligrams per liter or less of mist, fume or dust, when administered by continuous inhalation for one hour (or less if death occurs within 1 hour) to albino rats weighing between 200 and 300 grams each. https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2021P2 IFC Definition –Health Hazard -Corrosive CORROSIVE.A chemical that causes visible destruction of, or irreversible alterations in, living tissue by chemical action at the point of contact. A chemical shall be considered corrosive if, when tested on the intact skin of albino rabbits by the method described in DOTn 49 CFR 173.137, such chemical destroys or changes irreversibly the structure of the tissue at the point of contact following an exposure period of 4 hours. This term does not refer to action on inanimate surfaces. https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IFC2021P2 IFC Section 105 Permits Operational & Construction 105.1.1 Permits Required A property owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to conduct an operation or business, or install or modify systems and equipment that are regulated by IFC, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make application to the fire code official and obtain the required permit. 105.1.2 Types of Permits There shall be two types of permits as follows:•Operational permit. An operational permit allows the applicant to conduct an operation or a business for which a permit is required by Section 105.5 for either:A prescribed period.Until renewed or revoked.•Construction permit. A construction permit allows the applicant to install or modify systems and equipment for which a permit is required by Section 105.6. IFC Section 105.5 Permits Operational Permits –Hazmat Related •105.5.1 Additive Manufacturing.•105.5.2 Aerosol Products, Aerosol Cooking Spray Products and Plastic Aerosol 3 Products.•105.5.6 Cellulose Nitrate Film.•105.5.7 Combustible Dust-Producing Operations.•105.5.8 Combustible Fibers.•105.5.9 Compressed Gases (see Table).•105.5.11 Cryogenic Fluids (see Table).•105.5.12 Cutting and Welding.•105.5.13 Dry Cleaning.•105.5.14 Energy Storage Systems.•105.5.16 Explosives.•105.5.18 Flammable and Combustible Liquids.•105.5.19 Floor Finishing.•105.5.20 Fruit and Crop Ripening.•105.5.21 Fumigation and Insecticidal Fogging.•105.5.22 Hazardous Materials (see Table).•105.5.23 HPM Facilities.•105.5.24 High-Piled Storage.•105.5.25 Hot Work Operations.•105.5.26 Industrial Ovens. •105.5.27 Lumber Yards and Woodworking Plants.•105.5.28 Liquid-or Gas-Fueled Vehicles or Equipment in Assembly Buildings.•105.5.29 LP-Gas.•105.5.30 Magnesium.•105.5.31 Miscellaneous Combustible Storage.•105.5.33 Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities.•105.5.34 Open Burning.•105.5.35 Open Flames and Torches.•105.5.36 Open Flames and Candles.•105.5.37 Organic Coatings.•105.5.40 Plant Extraction Systems.•105.5.42 Pyrotechnic Special Effects Material.•105.5.43 Pyroxylin Plastics.•105.5.45 Repair Garages and Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities.•105.5.47 Spraying or Dipping.•105.5.48 Storage of Scrap Tires and Tire Byproducts.•105.5.50 Tire-Rebuilding Plants.•105.5.51 Waste Handling.•105.5.52 Wood Products. IFC Section 105.6 Permits Construction Permits –Hazmat Related •105.6.2 Compressed Gases.•105.6.3 Cryogenic Fluids.•105.6.5 Energy Storage Systems.•105.6.7 Fire Pumps and Related Equipment.•105.6.8 Flammable and Combustible Liquids.•105.6.9 Fuel Cell Power Systems.•105.6.12 Hazardous Materials. •105.6.13 High-Piled Combustible Storage.•105.6.14 Industrial Ovens.•105.6.15 LP-Gas.•105.6.16 Motor Vehicle Repair Rooms and Booths.•105.6.17 Plant Extraction Systems.•105.6.22 Spraying or Dipping. IFC Section 105 Permits Required Documents With Permit Application 105.2 Application Application for a permit required by this code shall be made to the fire code official in such form and detail as prescribed by the fire code official. Applications for permits shall be accompanied by such plans as prescribed by the fire code official. 106.2.1 Information on Construction Documents Construction documents shall be drawn to scale on suitable material. Documents in a digital format is preferred by the fire code official. Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work proposed and show in detail that it will conform to the provisions of the IFC and relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations as determined by the fire code official. Examples: •Site Plan (when applicable to IFC Section 105.6 -stamped approved by building department).•Elevation drawings (if applicable).•Manufacture spec sheets (if applicable).•Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP), in accordance with IFC Section 5001.5.1.•Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS), in accordance with IFC Section 5001.5.2. IFC Section 105 Permits Technical Assistance 104.8.2 Technical Assistance To determine the acceptability of technologies, processes, products, facilities, materials and uses attending the design, operation or use of a building or premises subject to inspection by the fire code official, the fire code official is authorized to require the owner or owner's authorized agent to provide, without charge to the jurisdiction, a technical opinion and report. The opinion and report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer, specialist, laboratory or fire safety specialty organization acceptable to the fire code official and shall analyze the fire safety properties of the design, operation or use of the building or premises and the facilities and appurtenances situated thereon, to recommend necessary changes. The fire code official is authorized to require design submittals to be prepared by, and bear the stamp of, a registered design professional. IFC Section 105 Permits Alternative Means & Methods (AM&M) 104.10 Alternative Materials, Design and Methods of Construction and Equipment The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. An alternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the fire code official finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, not less than the equivalent of that prescribed in this code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability and safety. Where the alternative material, design or method of construction is not approved, the fire code official shall respond in writing, stating the reasons why the alternative was not approved. NOTE: AM&M shall be in writing and approved by both the building & fire officials. https://www.slcdocs.com/building/Alternate_Means_Methods_6-16.pdf IFC Section 105 Permits Conditions of a Permit 105.3 Conditions of a Permit A permit shall constitute permission to maintain, store or handle materials; or to conduct processes that produce conditions hazardous to life or property; or to install equipment utilized in connection with such activities; or to install or modify any fire protection system or equipment or any other construction, equipment installation or modification in accordance with the provisions of this code where a permit is required by Section 105.5 or 105.6. Such permission shall not be construed as authority to violate, cancel or set aside any of the provisions of this code or other applicable regulations or laws of the jurisdiction. IFC Section 105 Permits Release or Unauthorized Discharge of Hazmat 5003.3 Release of Hazardous MaterialsHazardous materials in any quantity shall not be released into a sewer, storm drain, ditch, drainage canal, creek, stream, river, lake or tidal waterway or on the ground, sidewalk, street, highway or into the atmosphere.Exceptions:1.The release or emission of hazardous materials is allowed where in compliance with federal, state or local governmental agencies, regulations or permits.2.The release of pesticides is allowed where used in accordance with registered label directions.3.The release of fertilizer and soil amendments is allowed where used in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. 5003.3.1 Unauthorized DischargesIn the event hazardous materials are released in quantities reportable under state, federal or local regulations, the fire code official shall be notified and the following procedures required in accordance with Sections 5003.3.1.1 through 5003.3.1.4. 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