Florida Fire Code 49-04-4: Flammables/debris in laundry/other room
Fire code 49-04-4 (Flammables/debris in laundry/other room) is a Flammable Materials and Storage citation with 71 citations across Florida food establishments. Laundry rooms with dryers accumulate lint — an extremely flammable material.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records and Florida fire safety statutes.
Legal reference: 61C-1.004(6) FAC
What the Code Says
49-04-4 — Flammables/debris in laundry/other room
Flammable materials or debris present in laundry rooms, storage rooms, or other areas where fire safety standards require clean, debris-free conditions.
— Florida Statutes & Administrative Code, DBPR Fire Safety Reporting
Fire Safety Risk
Laundry rooms with dryers accumulate lint — an extremely flammable material. Adding additional flammable materials or allowing debris to build up dramatically increases fire risk. Dryer fires are a leading cause of commercial fires. Gasoline containers, cleaning chemicals, and other flammables stored in these spaces can accelerate a fire beyond control.
Legal Requirements
Laundry rooms and other designated spaces must be kept clean and free of accumulated debris, lint buildup, and stored flammable materials. Dryer vents must be cleaned regularly. Gasoline, propane, and other flammable liquids must never be stored in laundry rooms or near heat-producing equipment.
Legal Basis
61C-1.004(6) FAC — Attics, basements, boiler rooms, meter rooms, laundry rooms, and storage rooms shall be kept clean and free of debris and flammables.
— 61C-1.004(6) FAC
References
- Florida State Fire Marshal
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
- Florida DBPR Division of Hotels & Restaurants
- Florida Statutes Chapter 509
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Florida fire code 49-04-4?
- Florida fire code 49-04-4 (Flammables/debris in laundry/other room) falls under the Flammable Materials and Storage category. Flammable materials or debris present in laundry rooms, storage rooms, or other areas where fire safety standards require clean, debris-free conditions.
- Why is fire code 49-04-4 (Flammables/debris in laundry/other room) dangerous?
- Laundry rooms with dryers accumulate lint — an extremely flammable material. Adding additional flammable materials or allowing debris to build up dramatically increases fire risk. Dryer fires are a leading cause of commercial fires. Gasoline containers, cleaning chemicals, and other flammables stored in these spaces can accelerate a fire beyond control.
- What are the requirements for fire code 49-04-4?
- Laundry rooms and other designated spaces must be kept clean and free of accumulated debris, lint buildup, and stored flammable materials. Dryer vents must be cleaned regularly. Gasoline, propane, and other flammable liquids must never be stored in laundry rooms or near heat-producing equipment.
- How common is fire code 49-04-4 in Florida?
- Fire code 49-04-4 (Flammables/debris in laundry/other room) has been cited 71 times across Florida food establishments. In the past 12 months, there have been 0 citations.
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This reference is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and Florida fire safety statutes (Chapter 509, Chapter 633).
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Disclaimer: Fire safety codes are reported by DBPR food inspectors to the local fire authority or State Fire Marshal for follow-up. Code descriptions reflect Florida statutes and NFPA standards current at time of publication.
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