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Chapter V — PUBLIC SAFETY AND PROTECTION›Article 7 — FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION (FIRE CODE)

Los Angeles Municipal Code § 57.5705 Dispensing, Use, Mixing and Handling

Los Angeles Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Los Angeles

Cite as: Los Angeles Municipal Code § 57.5705 · Text as of 2026-10-04

Section 5705 of the CFC is hereby adopted in its entirety with the following exceptions, modifications, and additions.

SEC. 57.5705.6. CLASS I OR II LIQUIDS AT POINT OF USE.

The amount of flammable or combustible liquids maintained for use in any operating or processing area shall not exceed a supply sufficient for one working day, unless a greater quantity is permitted by Special Permit issued by the Department pursuant to Section 57.105.8.

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SEC. 57.5705.6.1. SAFETY CANS.

Safety cans shall be used for the handling or temporary storage of Class I or II liquids in any operating or processing area, unless otherwise approved by the Department.

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