§ 22-40. Definitions.  


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  • The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

    Dangerous or hazardous substance or materials means any substance which is spilled, leaked or otherwise released from its container, which, in the determination of the fire chief or his/her authorized representative, is dangerous or harmful to the environment or human or animal life, health or safety, or is obnoxious by reason of odor, or, as set forth in the Regulations of the Office of Hazardous Material Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1990 edition, constitutes a danger or threat to the public health, safety or welfare; and shall include, but not be limited to, such substances as chemicals and gases, explosives, radioactive materials, petroleum or petroleum products or gases, poisons, etiologic (biologic) agents, flammables and corrosives.

(Ord. No. 223, § I, 10-13-1992)