Md. Code Regs. 29.06.07.05

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 29.06.07.05 - Sales and Storage of Ground-Based Sparkling Devices

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.

Md. Code Regs. 29.06.07.05

Regulations .05 adopted as an emergency provision effective April 15, 2002 (29:10 Md. R. 822); emergency status extended at 29:20 Md. R. 1585 and 30:6 Md. R. 417; emergency status expired October 8, 2003
Regulations .05 adopted as an emergency provision effective October 8, 2003 (30:22 Md. R. 1575); adopted permanently effective February 16, 2004 (31:3 Md. R. 209)
Regulation .05A, B amended effective January 1, 2013 (39:23 Md. R. 1533)