Regulation .05 Sales and Storage of Ground-Based Sparkling Devices.
Regulation .05 Sales and Storage of Ground-Based Sparkling Devices.LinkCopy Citation
A.
Wholesalers and distributors of ground-based sparkling devices shall comply with the permits and approvals requirements and Chapter 65 “Explosives, Fireworks, and Model Rocketry” of NFPA 1 Fire Code as incorporated by reference in COMAR 29.06.01, unless otherwise modified by this chapter.
B.
Ground-based sparkling devices may be sold or distributed in any of the following buildings or structures:
(1)
Permanent buildings or structures constructed in accordance with the codes enforced by the authority having jurisdiction;
(2)
Tents, canopies, or temporary membrane structures comply with NFPA 1 Fire Code as incorporated by reference in COMAR 29.06.01;
(3)
Temporary structures measuring 800 square feet or less, constructed in accordance with this chapter; and
(4)
Temporary ground-based sparkling device sales or distribution stands greater than 800 square feet in area which meet the requirements for a permanent structure.
C.
All storage of ground-based sparkling devices:
(1)
Shall be secured to prevent unauthorized access by the public;
(2)
May not be located in direct sunlight; and
(3)
May not exceed 5 percent of the basement floor area if located in a basement.
D.
Ground-based sparkling devices sales and distribution facilities may not be located in basements.