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Chapter 60 — HIGHLY TOXIC AND TOXIC MATERIALS

Section 6001

California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California

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6001.1 Scope. The storage and use of highly toxic and toxic

materials shall comply with this chapter. Compressed gases shall also comply with Chapter 53.

Exceptions:

  1. Display and storage in Group M and storage in Group S occupancies complying with Section 5003.11.

  2. Conditions involving pesticides or agricultural products as follows:

2.1. Application and release of pesticide, agricultural products and materials intended for use in weed abatement, erosion control, soil amendment or similar applications when applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction and label directions.

2.2. Transportation of pesticides in compliance with the Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation Act and regulations thereunder.

2.3. Storage in dwellings or private garages of pesticides registered by the US Environmental Protection Agency to be utilized in and around the home, garden, pool, spa and patio.

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6001.2 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in

Section 105.5.

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