Chapter 24 — FLAMMABLE FINISHES
Section 2410
California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California
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FLOOR SURFACING AND FINISHING OPERATIONS
2410.1 Scope. Floor surfacing and finishing operations¶
exceeding 350 square feet (33 m 2 ) and using Class I or II liquids shall comply with Sections 2410.2 through 2410.5.
2410.2 Mechanical system operation. Heating, ventilation¶
and air-conditioning systems shall not be operated during resurfacing or refinishing operations or within 4 hours of the application of flammable or combustible liquids.
2410.3 Business operation. Floor surfacing and finishing¶
operations shall not be conducted while an establishment is open to the public.
2410.4 Ignition sources. The power shall be shut down to all¶
electrical sources of ignition within the flammable vapor area, unless those devices are classified for use in Class I, Division 1, hazardous locations.
2410.5 Ventilation.¶
To prevent the accumulation of flammable vapors, mechanical ventilation at a minimum rate of 1 cubic foot per minute per square foot [0.00508 m 3 /(s × m 2 )] of area being finished shall be provided. Such exhaust shall be by approved temporary or portable means. Vapors shall be exhausted to the exterior of the building.
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