(1) Unless
otherwise stated in this chapter, the edition of the International Fire
Code (IFC), and the following editions of the codes, standards,
recommended practices, guides and methods, as published in the National
Fire Codes (NFC) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),
as adopted and modified in this Chapter, shall be the state minimum fire safety
standards. Where any of the adopted publications of the NFPA references NFPA 1
or NFPA 5000, or any fire code or building code, it shall be construed that
such references apply to the International Fire Code (IFC) or
the International Building Code (IBC)
respectively, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3, and the Georgia Department of
Community Affairs. Where the IFC or IBC does
not specifically address the referenced issue, NFPA 1 or NFPA 5000 may be
applied subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction.
(2) Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical
centers, nursing homes, assisted living communities, assisted living homes,
memory care units or other health care type occupancies or facilities that are
regulated by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall
comply with the fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that
agency even though the codes and standards or the editions of codes and
standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically addressed or included
in this chapter. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also
apply where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and
life safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules
and regulations.
(3)
International Fire Code (IFC), 2018 Edition
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Delete section 101.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
101.1 "Title. The
International Fire Code, 2018 edition, published by the
International Code Council, when used in conjunction with this
Chapter, shall be known as a Georgia State Minimum Fire Prevention
Code, hereafter referred to as 'this Code'."
2. Delete section 101.3
in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
101.3 "Purposes and Intents of This
Code. The primary purpose of this
Code, as
adopted, is to provide, along with other adopted codes and standards, for the
reasonable minimum protection of life and property from the hazards created by
fire, smoke, explosion, or panic created from a fear of fire or smoke. It is
intended that the purposes of this
Code be accomplished by:
(1) Coordinating application and enforcement
of its provisions with those of other applicable laws, rules, regulations,
codes, and standards; and,
(2) By
coordinating the application of its provisions, where possible, with
educational programs or efforts designed to bring about changes in high risk
attitudes and behaviors that are the root causes of most fire related problems
in Georgia; and
(3) By encouraging
or requiring informational and awareness programs designed to make the citizens
of Georgia aware of their responsibilities for compliance with this
Code as well as the other Rules and Regulations of the Safety
Fire Commissioner. The intent of this Code is to establish the
minimum requirements, consistent with nationally recognized good practice, for
providing a reasonable level of life safety and property protection from the
hazards of fire, explosion, or dangerous conditions in new and existing
buildings, structures, and premises and to provide safety to fire fighters and
emergency responders during emergency operations."
3. Add an exception to
section 102.1 to read as follows:
"Exception: This Code does not apply to one- and two-
family dwellings or one- and two- family row houses (townhouses) separated by a
2-hour fire wall containing not more than three dwelling units per
structure."
4. Add
an exception to section 102.2 to read as follows:
"Exception: This Code does not apply to one- and two-
family dwellings or one- and two- family row houses (townhouses) separated by a
2-hour fire wall containing not more than three dwelling units per
structure."
5.
Delete section 102.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
102.3 "Change of use or
occupancy. No change shall be made in use or occupancy of any building
or structure that would place the structure in a different division of the same
group or occupancy or in a different group of occupancies, unless such
structure is made to comply with the requirements of this
Code, as may be applicable, as well as those of the
International Building Code (IBC), as adopted
by the Department of Community Affairs. Pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-14, due to a change of use or
occupancy of a building or structure the building or structure shall be treated
as a proposed (new) building. (Refer to 103.3 of this Code
regarding the requirements applicable to proposed (new) buildings and
structures.)"
6. Delete
section 102.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
102.4 "Application of the building
code. The design and construction of proposed (new) buildings and
structures shall comply with the International Building Code
(IBC), as modified and adopted by the Georgia Department of
Community Affairs. Repairs, alterations, additions, changes in use or occupancy
classification, or changes in buildings or structures required by provisions of
the IFC, and which are within the scope of the
IBC, shall be made in accordance with the
IBC, for purposes of this Chapter."
7. Add a new 102.5.1 to read as follows:
102.5.1 "The provisions of 102.5 shall apply
to local authorities having jurisdiction unless there is a change of use or
occupancy that would apply under 102.3 and which would bring the new use or
occupancy under the jurisdiction of O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(1)"
8. Delete section 102.6
in its entirety and insert in its place the following:
102.6 "
Historic Buildings,
General. O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(a)(2)
defines a "Historic building or structure" as
"any individual building which contributes to the historic character of a
historic district, so designated by the state historic preservation officer
pursuant to rules and regulations adopted by the Board of Natural Resources, or
so designated pursuant to the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 10 of Title
44, the "Georgia Historic Preservation Act."
(A) Refer to 102.1 and 102.2 regarding the
application of this Code to existing buildings. Except to the
extent required by applicable laws of Georgia (O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(3)(D) and
(E), the provisions of this
Code are not mandatory for buildings or structures identified
and classified by the state, or as appropriate, a local jurisdiction, as
historic buildings when such buildings or structures are judged by the fire
code official to be safe and in the public interest of health, safety and
welfare, based on the criteria established by the referenced provisions of the
Official Code of Georgia Annotated. When evaluating the safety of historic
buildings the fire official should consult O.C.G.A. Title 8, Chapter 2, Article
3 entitled, 'Uniform Act for the Application of Building and Fire Related Codes
to Existing Buildings,' and the provisions of O.C.G.A. Sections
25-2-13(b)(3)
&
25-2-13(b)(4),
and NFPA Standard 914, Code for Fire Protection of Historic
Structures, as adopted by this Chapter as a recommended practice."
9. Delete
section 102.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
102.7 "Referenced codes and
standards. Where the provisions of this Code or the
standards referenced thereby and in Chapter 45 of this Code do
not apply to the specific subjects, situations or conditions encountered that
involve risks to life and property from the hazards of fire, panic from fear of
fire or smoke, or related hazards, compliance with the applicable chapters of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner shall be evidence of
compliance with this Code."
10. Add a new section 102.13 to read as
follows:
102.13 "
Coordination of
provisions. This
Code shall apply to all buildings,
structures and facilities as provided in subsections 102.1 and 102.2, and shall
be utilized in conjunction with codes and standards specified in
Table
102.13 entitled, "
CODES REFERENCE GUIDE."
Table 102.13 Codes Reference
Guide
|
Area
|
Primary
|
Supplement
|
Occupancy
Classification
|
LSC
|
IBC
|
Building Construction Types, including allowable
height, allowable building area, and the requirements for sprinkler protection
related to minimum building construction types
|
IBC
|
LSC
|
Means of Egress
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Standpipes
|
IBC
|
IFC
|
Interior Finish
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
HVAC Systems
|
IMC
|
NONE
|
Vertical Openings
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Sprinklers Systems minimum construction
standard
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Fire Alarm Systems
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Smoke alarms & Smoke Detection Systems
|
State Statute & LSC
|
NONE
|
Portable Fire
Extinguishers
|
IFC
|
NONE
|
Cooking Equipment
|
LSC & NFPA 96
|
NONE
|
Fuel Fired
Appliances
|
IFGC
|
NFPA 54
|
Liquid Petroleum Gas
|
NFPA 58
|
NFPA 54
|
Compressed Natural Gas
|
NFPA 52
|
NONE
|
11. Delete section 103 and all sections
there-under in their entirety and substitute in its place the following:
SECTION 103 "GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EXISTING AND
PROPOSED (NEW) BUILDINGS.
103.1
General Provisions. The administration, enforcement and penalty
provisions of O.C.G.A. Title 25, Chapter 2, and the administrative provisions
of the various chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner shall apply to and regulate the application and enforcement of
this
Code by the Safety Fire Division of the Office of the
Safety Fire Commissioner.
NOTE: Nothing herein shall be construed as prohibiting any
local jurisdiction from adopting the deleted portions of Chapter 1 of this
Code for local purposes, provided, however, local amendments
shall not be less restrictive than this Code, and other codes
and standards as adopted by the various chapters of the Rules and Regulations
of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
103.1.1 The provisions of O.C.G.A. Title 25,
Chapter 2, and other applicable state laws, and the applicable provisions of
various chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner
regarding the requirements for certificates, licenses, permits, plan reviews,
inspections, approvals, fees, etc. shall apply and are in addition to any
requirements of local jurisdictions. Local authorities having jurisdiction need
to be consulted to determine if rules and regulations of the local jurisdiction
regarding the requirements for local certificates, licenses, permits, plan
reviews, inspections, approvals, fees, etc. also apply.
103.1.1.1 The administrative, operational,
and maintenance provisions of this
Code, with regard to the
Safety Fire Division of the Office of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner,
shall be limited to the scope and intents and purposes of the Official Code of
Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) Title 25, Chapter 2, and the Commissioner's Rules
and Regulations.
103.1.1.1.1 Pursuant to
O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(d), every
person who owns or controls the use of any building, part of a building, or
structure described in O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(1),
which because of floor area, height, location, use or intended use as a
gathering place for large groups, or use or intended use by or for the aged,
the ill, the incompetent, or the imprisoned, constitutes a special hazard to
property or to the life and safety on account of fire or panic from fear of
fire, must so construct, equip, maintain, and use such building or structure as
to afford every reasonable and practical precaution and protection against
injury from such hazards. No person who owns or controls the use or occupancy
of such a building or structure shall permit the use of the premises so
controlled for any such specially hazardous use unless he has provided such
precautions against damage to property or injury to persons by these hazards as
are found and determined by the Commissioner in the manner described in
O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(d) to be
reasonable and practical.
103.2
Existing buildings. Every
building and structure existing as of April 1, 1968, which building or
structure is listed in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of O.C.G.A.
25-2-13 shall comply with the
minimum fire safety standards in the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner promulgated pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2 which were in effect at the
time such building or structure was constructed.
Exception 1: Any nonconformance noted under the electrical
standards adopted at the time such building or structure was constructed shall
be corrected in accordance with the current electrical standards adopted
pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2.
Exception 2: A less restrictive provision contained in any
subsequently adopted minimum fire safety standard pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2, may be applied to any
existing building or structure.
103.2.1 Existing buildings to be deemed a
proposed building. For the purposes of O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(b), any
existing building or structure listed in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of
O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 and which comes under the
jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner, pursuant to
O.C.G.A. 25-2-12, shall be deemed to be a
proposed (new) building in the event such building or structure is subject to
substantial renovation, a fire or other hazard of serious consequence, or a
change in the classification of occupancy, or a change to the occupant load or
structure issued as a condition of occupancy. The term "substantial
renovation", for purposes of this subsection means any construction project
involving exits or internal features of such building or structure costing more
than the building's or structure's assessed value according to county tax
records at the time of such renovation (O.C.G.A.
25-2-14). Where a change of
classification is involved, also refer to 102.3 of this Code.
103.3
Proposed
(new) buildings and additions to existing buildings:
103.3.1 Pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-14.1(b),
every proposed building and structure listed in paragraph (1) of subsection (b)
of O.C.G.A.
25-2-13 shall comply with the
adopted minimum fire safety standards that were in effect on the date that
plans and specifications therefore were received by the state fire marshal, the
proper local fire official marshal, or state inspector for review and approval.
Complete plans for proposed (new) buildings and structures recorded as received
by the authority having jurisdiction for review prior to the effective date of
this Chapter, may be reviewed under the codes, standards, and Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner in force prior to the effective
date of this Chapter.
103.3.1.1 Projects
receiving a construction permit under earlier editions of the codes and
standards must start construction no later than 360 days from the issue date of
the permit in order not to require resubmittal for review under the newer
adopted codes and standards.
103.3.2 Plans and specifications for all
proposed buildings which come under classification in paragraph (1) of
subsection (b) of O.C.G.A.
25-2-13 and which come under the
jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-12 shall be submitted to and
receive approval by either the state fire marshal, the proper local fire
marshal, or state inspector before any state, municipal, or county building
permit may be issued or construction started (O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(a)). All
such plans and specifications submitted as required by O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(a) shall
be accompanied by a fee in the amount provided in O.C.G.A.
25-2-4.1 and shall bear the seal
and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall
otherwise have the approval of the Commissioner.
103.3.3 Pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-37(a), it
shall be unlawful for any person to begin construction on any proposed building
or structure which comes under the classification in paragraph (1) of
subsection (b) of O.C.G.A.
25-2-13 and which comes under the
jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-12 without first having plans
approved in accordance with O.C.G.A.
25-2-14.
103.4 Proposed building construction and
completion. Pursuant to O.O.G.A. 25-2-14(b), a complete set of plans and
specifications approved as set forth in 103.3.3 shall be maintained on the
construction site, and construction shall proceed in compliance with the state
minimum fire safety standards under which such plans and specifications were
approved. The owner of any such building or structure or his authorized
representative shall notify the state fire marshal, the proper local fire
marshal, or state inspector upon completion of approximately 80 percent of the
construction thereof and shall apply for a certificate of occupancy when
construction of such building or structure is completed.
103.5
Certificate of occupancy
required. Pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(c), every
building or structure which comes under classification in paragraph (1) of
subsection (b) of O.C.G.A.
25-2-13 and which comes under the
jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-12 shall have a certificate of
occupancy issued by the state fire marshal, the proper local fire marshal, or
state inspector before such building or structure may be occupied. Such
certificates of occupancy shall be issued for each business establishment
within the building, shall carry a charge in the amount provided in O.C.G.A.
25-2-4.1, shall state the occupant
load for such business establishment or building, shall be posted in a
prominent location within such business establishment or building, and shall
run for the life of the building, except as provided in O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(d). (See
103.2.1 of the IFC, as adopted by this
Chapter.)"
12. The
provisions of section 105, PERMITS, are not adopted for purposes of this
Chapter. Local governing authorities may adopt the provisions for local
purposes. Refer to section 103.3 with regard to permits required by the Rules
and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
13. The provisions of section 109, BOARD OF
APPEALS, are not adopted for purposes of this Chapter. Local governing
authorities may adopt the provisions for local purposes.
14. Delete section 110.4 and all sections
there-under in their entirety and substitute in its place the following:
110.4 "
Violation penalties.
Persons who shall violate a provision of this
Code or shall
fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect,
install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction
documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate
used under provisions of this
Code, shall be guilty of
violation of Section
25-2-37 of the Official Code of
Georgia Annotated. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has
been served shall be deemed a separate offense.
110.4.1
Abatement of violation.
In addition to the imposition of the penalties herein described, the fire code
official is authorized to institute appropriate action to prevent unlawful
construction or to restrain, correct or abate a violation; or to prevent
illegal occupancy of a structure or premises; or to stop an illegal act,
conduct of business or occupancy of a structure on or about any
premises."
15.
The provisions of section 113, SERVICE UTILITIES, are not adopted for purposes
of this Chapter. Local governing authorities may adopt the provisions for local
purposes.
(b)
Modifications to Chapter 2:
1.
Delete section 201.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
201.3 "
Terms defined in other
codes. Where terms are not defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 or
other applicable chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, or this
Code and are defined in the
International Building Code (
IBC), the
International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), the
International
Mechanical Code (IMC), or the codes and standards of the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), as adopted by this Chapter and other Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, such terms shall have the meanings
ascribed to them as in those codes and standards."
2. Delete Institutional Group I-2 in its
entirety and replace with:
Institutional Group I-2. Institutional Group I-2 occupancy
shall include buildings and structures used for medical care on a 24-hour basis
for more than five persons who are not capable of self-preservation. This group
shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Foster care facilities
Detoxification facilities
Hospitals
Nursing homes
Psychiatric hospitals
Assisted Living Communities
Memory Care Units
Limited Care Facilities (Limited Healthcare)
(c)
Modifications
to Chapter 3:
1. Delete section 303.5
in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
303.5 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. There shall be at least one portable fire extinguisher
complying with Section 906 and with a minimum 2-A:40-B:C rating within 25 feet
(7620 mm) of each asphalt (tar) kettle during the period such kettle is being
utilized, and a minimum of one additional portable fire extinguisher with a
minimum 3-A:40-B:C rating on the roof being covered."
2. Add new exceptions 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 to
section 308.3 to read as follows:
"Exception #4:
In Group A public assembly occupancies having an occupant
load greater than 300, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that are
protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system
installed in accordance with NFPA 13, as adopted by this Chapter, pyrotechnic
special effect devices shall be permitted to be used on stages before proximate
audiences for ceremonial or religious purposes, as part of a demonstration in
exhibits, or as part of a performance, provided that precautions satisfactory
to the authority having jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any
combustible material and use of the pyrotechnic device complies with NFPA 1126,
Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate
Audience, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-22 Rules and Regulations of the
Safety Fire Commissioner. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15
feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a
demonstration shot of all types of devices being used in the display.
Exception #5:
In Group A public assembly occupancies having an occupant
load greater than 300, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that are
protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system
installed in accordance with NFPA 13, as adopted by this Chapter, flame effects
before an audience shall be permitted in accordance with NFPA 160,
Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience, as adopted by
Chapter 120-3-22 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The
ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15 feet upon approval of the
authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a demonstration of all types of
devices being used in the display.
Exception #6
On stages and platforms as a necessary part of a performance
in public assembly occupancies having an occupant load greater than 300, a
minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that are protected throughout by an
approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
NFPA 13, as adopted by this Chapter. The ceiling height may be lowered to a
minimum of 15 feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having
witnessed a demonstration of all types of devices being used in the
display.
Exception #7
In Group A public assembly occupancies having an occupant
load greater than 100 with fixed seating, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet
and that have a minimum of two certified fire fighters on site with proper
firefighting equipment as determined by the local fire official, pyrotechnic
special effect devices shall be permitted to be used on stages before proximate
audiences for ceremonial or religious purposes, as part of a demonstration in
exhibits, or as part of a performance, provided that precautions satisfactory
to the authority having jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any
combustible material and use of the pyrotechnic device complies with NFPA 1126,
Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate
Audience, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-22 Rules and Regulations of the
Safety Fire Commissioner. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15
feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a
demonstration shot of all types of devices being used in the display.
Exception #8:
In public assembly occupancies having an occupant load
greater than 100 with fixed seating, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and
that have a minimum of two certified fire fighters on site with proper
firefighting equipment as determined by the local fire official, flame effects
before an audience shall be permitted in accordance with NFPA 160,
Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience, as adopted by
this Chapter. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15 feet upon
approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a demonstration
of all types of devices being used in the display."
3. Delete section 310.1 'General' its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
310.1 "General. The smoking or
carrying of a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette or any other type of smoking
paraphernalia or material is prohibited in areas indicated in Sections 310.2
through 31.8, buildings, structures, or areas, or portions of buildings,
structures, or areas, as indicated is this in any other code or standard as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, or where
prohibited in accordance Chapter 12A of Title 31 of the O.C.G.A."
4. Delete section 319.1
'General' its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
319.1
General. Mobile food
preparation vehicles that are equipped with appliances that produce smoke or
grease-laden vapors shall comply with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation
Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations as
adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3 and this section.
5. Delete section 319.3 'Exhaust hood' in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
319.3 Exhaust hood. Cooking equipment that
produces grease-laden vapors shall be provided with a kitchen exhaust hood that
complies with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire
Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations as adopted by this Chapter
120-3-3.
6. Delete
section 319.4 'Fire protection' in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
319.4
Fire
protection. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with NFPA
96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial
Cooking Operations as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3.3 -3 of the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(d)
Modifications to Chapter
4:
(4) Add section 403.1.1 to read as
follows:
403.1.1 "Caregiver
training. A minimum of three hours' initial fire safety training for
receipt of a certificate of training for successful completion shall be
required for all directors, operators and all staff members of day-care
facilities (adult and children), and for administrator's, directors, operators
and all staff of Group I-1 and Group R-4, assisted living communities, assisted
living facilities, community living arrangements, memory care units, personal
care homes, and residential board and care homes, as defined in Chapter 2 of
this Code or as defined by the Life Safety
Code, and or as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner. The curriculum for the
fire safety training shall receive written approval by the State Fire Marshal's
Office and be taught by an instructor registered with the Safety Fire
Commissioner's Office. All persons as required herein to obtain such required
training shall receive this training within 90 days from receipt of a license,
being commissioned or the opening of a new facility. Such new persons shall
receive a minimum of three hours' initial fire safety training and
recommendation for receipt of a certificate of training for successful
completion of the training within 90 days of employment. In addition, a minimum
of two hours of fire safety refresher training shall be required for receipt of
a certificate of training for successful completion of the refresher training.
The refresher training shall be required for all persons coming under 403.1.1,
every three years from the date initial training is received. Registered
instructors shall deliver the training based on policies and direction from the
State Fire Marshal's Office. Instructors found not to be delivering the
training in accordance with the said policies and direction shall be removed
from the registry and prohibited from delivering future training."
2. Delete section 403.8.2 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
403.8.2
Group I-2 occupancies.
Group I-2 occupancies to include Assisted Living Communities, Memory Care Units
and Limited Care Facilities (Limited Healthcare) shall comply with Sections
401, 403.8.2.1 through 403.8.2.3 and 404 through 406.
(e)
Modifications to Chapter 5:
1.
Add a new section 501.5 to read as follows:
501.5 " Where buildings or facilities fall
under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner as set forth in
the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.), Title 25, Chapter 2, except
for State owned facilities and State occupied facilities, it is intended that
the provisions of Chapter 5 that primarily relate to fire department response,
access to facilities, access to building interiors, key boxes, premises
identification, fire department connection locations, and fire hydrant
locations be administered by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official
responsible for providing fire or other emergency response to the buildings or
facilities. With regard to State owned State occupied facilities, that are not
provided with a facility fire department, it is intended that the local Fire
Chief and/or Fire Code Official providing fire protection to such facilities
shall have input in the planning of facilities with regard to the noted
provisions covered by Chapter 5."
2. Delete section 503.1.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
503.1.1 "
Buildings and
facilities. Approved fire apparatus access roads shall be provided for
every facility, building or portion of a building hereafter constructed or
moved into or within the jurisdiction as determined by the local Fire Chief
and/or Fire Code Official of the responding fire department or agency. The fire
apparatus access road shall comply with the requirements of this section and
Appendix D of this
Code. The fire apparatus access road shall
extend to within 150 feet (45.7 m) of all portions of the facility or any
portion of the exterior wall of the first story of the building as measured by
an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility.
Exception: The local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code
Official of the responding fire department or agency is authorized to increase
the dimension of 150 feet (45.7 m) where:
1.
The building is equipped
throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance
with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3.
2.
The fire apparatus access roads
cannot be installed because of location on the property, topography,
waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar conditions, and an approved
alternative means of fire protection is provided.
3.
There are not more than two Group
R-3 or Group U occupancies."
3. Add a new section 504.1.1 to read as
follows:
504.1.1 "
Access Doors.
For fire department emergency access purposes, there shall be at least one
access door in each 100 linear feet (30.5 m) or major fraction thereof of the
exterior walls which face the access roadways required by Section 503, unless
otherwise required in this code section. In exterior walls designed with
continuous rolling dock doors, which face access roadways, there shall be at
least one access door in each 200 linear feet (61 m) or fraction thereof.
Required access doors shall be a minimum of 3 feet (0.9 m) wide and 6 feet 8
inches (2 m) high and shall be accessible without use of a ladder. Rolling
doors are acceptable for such purposes in buildings protected throughout by an
approved automatic sprinkler system(s) unless otherwise approved for
unsprinklered buildings by the local Fire Chief and /or Fire Code Official."
Exception: The local Fire Chief and / or Fire Code
Official of the responding fire department or agency is authorized to increase
the 100 linear feet.
4. Delete section 507.5.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
507.5.1 "
Where required. Where a
portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or
within the jurisdiction is more than 500 feet (152 m) from a hydrant on a fire
apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of
the facility or building, on-site fire hydrant and mains shall be provided
where required by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official of the
responding fire department or agency.
Exceptions:
1.
For group R-3 and Group U
occupancies, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183
m).
2.
For
buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system
installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the distance
requirement shall be 600 feet (183 m)."
5. Delete subsection 507.5.1.1 in its
entirety without substitution. Refer to section 905 of this
Code.
6. Delete
Section 510 (510.1 through 510.6.4) in its entirety and replace with the
following:
Section 510 In-Building Emergency Responder Communications
Enhancement Systems
510.1 In all new
and existing buildings, minimum radio signal strength for emergency services
department communications shall be maintained at a level determined by the
local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official responsible for providing fire or
other emergency response to the building.
510.2 In-building emergency responder
communication enhancement systems shall comply with the design, installation,
testing, inspection, and maintenance requirements in Chapter 18 of NFPA 1225 as
adopted in the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter
120-3-3.
7.
Add a
new section, Appendix D 107.1, as follows:
Developments of one- or two-family dwellings where the number
of dwelling units exceeds 120 shall be provided with two separate and approved
fire apparatus access roads.
Exceptions:
1. Where there are more than 120 dwelling
units on a single public or private fire apparatus access road and all dwelling
units are equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3, access from two
directions shall not be required.
2. The number of dwelling units on a single
fire apparatus access road shall not be increased unless fire apparatus access
roads will connect with future development, as determined by the fire code
official.
3. The fire
apparatus access roads cannot be installed because of location on the property,
topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar conditions, and an
approved alternative means of fire protection is provided. Plans shall
accompany the written request that delineate improvements to proposed fire
apparatus access roads approved by the fire code official of the local
responding fire department. Recommended compliance alternatives for residential
developments having less than the minimum of two entrances includes, but is not
limited to one of more of the following alternative remedies:
1. Enhanced turning radii to meet local
responding fire department requirements; and/or
2. Increased road widths to meet local
responding fire department requirements; or
3. Fire Lane signs per D103.6 in locations
determined by the Fire Code Official; or
4. The absence of dead-end streets and
cul-de-sacs; and unless the requirements meet or exceed Table D103.4 for Fire
Apparatus Access Roads; or
5. The
primary entrance roadway being a boulevard with medians and each lane meeting
fire access road widths; or
6.
Single entrance roads providing a dedicated emergency lane separating each
drive lane; or
7. Additional fire
apparatus access road which is permitted to be a roadway or approved surface
not accessible to motor vehicles, designed by a registered design professional
to meet the loading requirements and minimum specifications of Appendix D; and
this surface provides all weather conditions capabilities for emergency fire
department access; or
8. Statement
by Fire Code Official that the Plans submitted meet the requirements of
Exception 3 and/or Appendix D for access by local responding fire department
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Title 25-2-12 (e)(4) the local fire
official, building official, or developer may obtain a waiver when adequate
access appropriate for the fire apparatus of the local responding fire
department is not met or provided by using alternative methods on a waiver form
designed and prescribed by the Safety Fire Commissioner. The State Fire Marshal
or designated representative shall respond within 30 days for the decision for
approval or disapproval or recommendations for modifications to the Plan. If
the 30-day time frame is not met, the Plans submitted shall be deemed to be
approved.
Add a new section, Appendix D 107.2, as
follows:
Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they
shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one-half of the length
of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the property or area to be served,
measured in a straight line between accesses.
(f)
Modifications
to Chapter 6:
1. Add exception number
3 to 603.4 to read as follows:
3.
In
emergency conditions, when approved by the authority having jurisdiction,
equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided
such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as
specified by the manufacturer's instructions and the authority having
jurisdiction. Such devices shall be supervised during their period of operation
by the establishment of a fire watch system based on the definition of "Fire
Watch" in Chapter 2 of this Code. Persons assigned to perform fire
watch duties shall be instructed as to their duties.
2. Delete section 604.4 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
604.4
"Multiplug adapters & Relocatable Power Taps (RPTs).
604.4.1
Multiplug adapters. The
use of multiplug electrical outlet adapters, such as but not limited to cube
adapters or plug strips, or any other similar device that is not UL listed and
is not equipped with overcurrent protection shall be prohibited. Such devices
that are UL listed and are equipped with overcurrent protection shall only be
used in accordance with the UL listing and in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. Such listed devices shall not be used where
specifically prohibited by a provision of NFPA 70, National Electrical
Code. Where there is any conflict between the UL listing and the
manufacturer's instructions, the UL listing provisions shall prevail. The
suitability for the use of RTP's shall be based, by the user, on 110.3(A)(1) of
the National Electrical Code.
604.4.2
Relocatable Power Taps
(RPT's):
604.4.2.1 Relocatable Power
Taps (RPT's) shall be UL listed and labeled in accordance with UL1363. They
shall be of the polarized or grounded type, and be equipped with overcurrent
protection. RPT's shall be used in accordance with their UL listing and the
manufacturer's instructions. [NEC, 110.3(B)] Where there is any conflict
between the UL listing and the manufacturer's instructions, the UL listing
provisions shall prevail. Such listed devices shall not be used where
specifically prohibited by a provision of NFPA 70, National Electrical
Code.
604.4.2.2
RPT
power supply. RPT's shall be directly connected to a permanently
installed electrical receptacle. An RPT shall not be plugged into another RPT
or into an extension cord or flexible cord. A UL listed extension cord or
flexible cord having only one outlet and serving only one device may be plugged
into an RPT so long as the arrangement does not cause an overcurrent condition
in the RPT.
604.4.2.3
RPT
power cords. Power cords of RPT's shall not be extended through holes in
walls, structural ceilings, or floors. Such cords shall not be run under doors
or floor coverings. They shall not be run through doorways, windows, or similar
openings.
604.4.2.4
Protection from physical damage. RPT's shall be mounted off floors
to a wall or fixture so as to be protected against physical damage. The method
of mounting shall not be permanent so that the devices may be easily relocated
as need dictates.
604.4.2.5
Restricted use in Health Care Occupancies. "Hospital grade "RPT's
listed, based on UL 1363A, for use in "patient care" or "patient sleeping
rooms" of a hospital, limited care facility, nursing home, hospice, or
ambulatory health care facility may be used in such locations, unless such use
is specifically prohibited by this Code, NFPA 70,
National Electrical Code, NFPA 101, Life Safety
Code, NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code, or other
applicable State or Federal rule or regulation."
3. Insert an
Informational Note following section 604.4.2.4 to read as follows:
"Informational Note: Based on UL1363, RPT's are intended for
indoor use as an extension of a grounding alternating-current branch circuit
for general use. Where such devices are used or intended to be used for voltage
surge suppression, the RPT is also required by UL1363 to meet the provisions of
UL1449 for Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors. UL1363 incorporates this
compliance. Such devices may be utilized for the protection of personal or
laptop computers, computer related devices, word processors, memory
typewriters, and other low load devices. They are not intended for use with
high load equipment such as, but not limited to, refrigerators, coffee pots,
microwave ovens, toasters, toaster ovens, space heaters, and other high power
load devices. The labeling and manufacturer's information and instructions need
to be consulted to determine if the RPT is also listed for transient voltage
suppression. In addition, some RPT devices have additional options included in
the device such as "electrical noise" filtration. UL1363 would also require and
ensure that component would meet UL1283. The safety requirements relative RPT's
regardless of the various extras that may be included in a device covered by
UL1363 and the RPT manufacturer's instructions. RPT's have also been referred
to as "Temporary Power Taps (TPT's)", "power strips", "Surge/Spike Protectors",
or "Portable Outlets" among other designations. NFPA 70, National
Electrical Code (NEC), 2011 edition, does not utilize the term
"Relocatable Power Tap or RPT, however, for safety provisions similar to those
utilized by UL, reference can be made to NEC Article 400, Flexible Cords and
Cables, Article 406, Receptacles, Cord Connectors, and Attachment Plugs (CAPS),
and Article 517 Health Care Facilities."
4. Delete section 604.10 and the exception
thereto, and substitute in its place the following: Sections 604.10.1 through
604.10.4 remain unchanged.
604.10 "Portable,
electric space heaters. Portable, electric heaters are prohibited in all
portions of occupancies in Groups A, E (including day care), I-1, I-3, R-1,
R-2, and R-4. Where not prohibited by other chapters of this
Code, or by provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety
Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner, portable, electrical space heaters shall be
permitted to be used in all other occupancy groups. Where use is permitted,
portable electric space heaters shall comply with Sections 604.10.1 through
604.10.5 and 604.10.6 where applicable."
5. Add a new section 604.10.6 to read as
follows:
604.10.6 "Oil filled radiator type,
portable electric space heaters that have a maximum surface temperature
restriction of 250ยบ F, may be permitted to be used in staff and employee
areas that are located on floors not occupied by patient or staff sleeping
areas and that are totally sprinkler protected in I-2 occupancies as defined in
Chapter 2 of this Code. For single story I-2 occupancies, such
devices may be used in staff and employee non-sleeping areas that are totally
sprinkler protected and that are separated from staff and patient sleeping room
areas by 1-hour fire rated construction. Such space heaters shall comply with
604.10.1 through 604.10.5."
6. Add a new 604.12 to read as follows:
604.12 "
Separation from
Transformers. Space separation for transformers shall be as follows:
(1) Transformer pad locations shall be a
minimum of 10 feet (3 m) from any building, building overhangs, canopies,
exterior walls, balconies, exterior stairs and/or walkways connected to the
building.
(2) Transformer pad edges
shall be not less than 14 feet (4.3 m) from any doorway.
(3) Transformer pad edges shall be not less
than 10 feet (3 m) from any window or other opening.
(4) If the building has an overhang, the 10
foot (3 m) clearance shall be measured from a point below the edge of the
overhang only if the building is three stories or less. If the building is four
stories or more, the 10 foot (3 m) clearance shall be measured from the outside
building wall.
(5) Fire escapes,
outside stairs, and covered walkways attached to or between buildings, shall be
considered as part of the building.
604.12.1 Transformer pads may be located
closer to noncombustible walls than the above required minimum clearances in
605.12(1) upon written approval of the authority having jurisdiction, however,
in no case shall the transformer location be less than 3 feet (0.9 m) from the
building.
604.12.2 Transformer pads
existing prior to December 31, 1994, are exempted from the requirements of
605.11. When buildings are modified, reductions in space separations may be
less than the above required minimum clearances upon written approval of the
authority having jurisdiction."
7. Delete section 607 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
607.1
"General. Commercial kitchen exhaust hoods and residential cooking appliances
in commercial and public buildings shall comply with the requirements of NFPA
96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial
Cooking Operations, as adopted by this Chapter
120-3-3."
7. Delete
section 609.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
607.2 "
Where required. A
commercial hood complying with NFPA 96, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3,
shall be installed in any occupancy at or above all commercial cooking
appliances, and domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes and
which produce grease laden vapors.
607.2.1
The provisions of 607.2 shall not apply where provided for in the scoping
provisions of subsection 1.1.4 of NFPA 96, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3."
8. Delete 607.3
in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
607.3 "Operations and
maintenance. Commercial cooking appliances, and domestic cooking
appliances used for commercial purposes and which produce grease laden vapors,
and all components of ventilation systems serving such appliances shall be
installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions of NFPA 96
as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3."
(g)
Modifications to Chapter 7:
1. Add a new 701.2.2 to read as follows:
701.2.2 "Barrier Identification.
All fire and/or smoke barriers or walls shall be effectively and permanently
identified with signs or stenciling above a decorative ceiling and/or in
concealed spaces with letters a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) high on a
contrasting background spaced a maximum of 12 feet (3.7m) on center with a
minimum of one per wall or barrier. The hourly rating shall be included on all
rated barriers or walls. Suggested wording is, "(__) Hour Fire and Smoke
Barrier-Protect All Openings."
(h) Modifications to Chapter 8:
1. Delete section 801.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
SECTION 801 "GENERAL,
801.1 Scope. The provisions of this
Code, as adopted by this Chapter shall govern furniture,
furnishings, decorative vegetation, and decorative materials, as defined in
Chapter 2 of this Code, in buildings and structures. Section
803 shall be applicable to all existing buildings, structures, or spaces
constructed and issued the required certificate of occupancy prior to the
effective date of this Chapter 120-3-3. Sections 804 through 808 shall be
applicable to such existing buildings, structures, and or spaces, and to
proposed (new) buildings, structures, or spaces. For the purposes of this
Code, wall padding, wall mounted gym pads, crash pads, or
other pads mounted or secured to walls shall meet the provisions of this NFPA
101, Life Safety Code applicable to interior finish materials.
Gym pads or other pads used on floors shall be considered as furnishings.
Interior finish and trim in proposed (new) buildings shall be regulated by NFPA
101, Life Safety Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(i)
Modifications to Chapter
9:
1. Delete section 901.3 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
901.3 "Approvals and Permits.
Fire protection systems shall be approved as set forth by the authority having
jurisdiction. Local authorities having jurisdiction may require permits as
required and set forth in 105.6 and 105.7 of this Code."
2. Delete section
901.4.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
901.4.1 "Required fire protection systems.
Fire suppression systems required by this Code, the
International Building Code, the Life Safety
Code, or other codes and standards adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be installed,
operated, tested, repaired and maintained in accordance with this
Code and applicable standards adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner."
3. Delete section 901.4.2 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
901.4.2 "Provisions in excess of the minimum
code requirements shall, as a minimum, be installed to meet the provisions of
the currently adopted code(s) and/or standard(s) which may be applicable to the
provision at the time of its installation. Any non-required fire protection
system which is added onto, interconnected with, any required fire protection
system (of a similar type), shall be designed, installed, and maintained in
accordance with the provisions of the currently adopted code(s) and/or
standard(s) which may be applicable to the provision at the time of its
installation.
901.4.2.1 The provisions of
901.4.2 shall not apply to other installations not conforming with the
provisions of the currently adopted code(s) and/or standard(s) applicable to
the provision at the time of its installation if such installations are
reported and filed with the local responding fire department and the authority
having jurisdiction. In addition such systems shall be identified as required
by the authority having jurisdiction.
901.4.2.2 The provisions of 901.4.2 shall not
apply for non-required systems designed, reviewed, installed and approved in
accordance with local codes and/or ordinances."
4. Delete section 903.2 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
903.2
"
Where required.
(a) Approved
automatic sprinkler systems for proposed (new) buildings and structures
approved for construction as set forth in 103.3.1 of this
Code, or where specifically required for existing buildings
and structures, shall as the minimum level of protection, be that required by
the applicable provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code and
applicable provisions of other codes and standards adopted by Chapter 120-3-3
of the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, and this
Code section; provided, however, the International
Building Code (IBC) shall govern the requirements for
sprinkler protection that are related to minimum building construction types,
or to increases in building area and height limitations imposed by the
IBC." (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE
GUIDE)
(b) Where a new
automatic sprinkler system is required by this Code or other
code, standard, rule or regulation, the system shall be designed and installed
in accordance with the requirements applicable to systems in proposed (new)
buildings and structures.
(c) In
addition, an automatic sprinkler system may be required for new or existing
buildings, structures, spaces, or conditions by other NFPA standards adopted by
this Chapter 120-3-3, or other Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner.
(d) The requirements
for the installation, design, and testing of automatic sprinkler systems shall
be as applicable, NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler
Systems, NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler
Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in
Height; and NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of
Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured
Homes, or as adopted and modified by this Chapter 120-3-3.
903.2.1 The sprinkler protection provision of
903.2 shall not be mandatory for spaces or areas in telecommunications
buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated
electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines,
provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with a supervised
automatic fire alarm system, and are separated from the remainder of the
building by fire barriers consisting of walls and floor/ceiling assemblies
having a fire resistance rating of not less than 2-hours.
NOTE: NFPA 76, Fire Protection of
Telecommunications Facilities, should be consulted. Refer to the
edition adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3."
5. Delete section 903.3.7 of this
Code in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
903.3.7 "Fire department
connections. The location of fire department connections shall be
approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in subsection 501.5 of this
Code, adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations
of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
6. Delete section 904.2.2 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
904.2.2 "Commercial hood and duct
systems. Each required commercial kitchen exhaust hood and duct system
required by Section 607 to have a commercial hood complying with NFPA 96, shall
be protected with an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system installed in
accordance with this Code and applicable provisions of NFPA
96."
7. Delete section
904.12 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: "904.12 Fire
Protection for Commercial Cooking Operations.
904.12.1 The requirements for, as well as the
design, installation, protection and maintenance of cooking equipment, shall be
as required by NFPA 101, Life Safety Code and NFPA 96,
Standard for the Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking
Operations, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." (Refer to Table 102.13,
CODES REFERENCE GUIDE)
904.12.2 Fire suppression systems approved
for the protection of commercial cooking appliances shall be designed,
installed, and maintained in accordance with the applicable standards adopted
in this Chapter.
904.12.3 Portable
fire extinguishers for commercial cooking appliances. Portable fire
extinguishers shall be installed in kitchens or other commercial cooking areas
in accordance with NFPA 10 and NFPA 96, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner. Class K
portable fire extinguishers and the required operation sequence signage
required by NFPA 10, shall be located between 5 feet and 10 feet from the
manual release device(s) of the kitchen exhaust hood fire suppression
system(s)."
8. Delete
section 905.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
905.1 "General. The State's
minimum requirements for standpipe systems shall be as required by the
International Building Code (IBC) or This
Code. Standpipe systems shall be designed, installed and
tested in accordance with NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of
Standpipe, and Hose Systems as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. (Refer
to Table 102.13, CODE REFERENCE GUIDE)"
9. Insert a new subsection 905.13 to read as
follows:
905.13 "Fire department
connections. The location of fire department connections shall be
approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in subsection 501.5 of this
Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
10. Delete section 906.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
906.1
" Portable Fire Extinguishers - General. Portable fire extinguishers shall be
installed in all buildings, structures and facilities falling under this
Code and O.C.G.A.
25-2. For any other building,
structure, facility, or condition or special hazard, portable fire
extinguishers shall be provided as may be required by this
Code in Table 906.1, or by various codes and standards adopted
by this Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE
GUIDE)."
11.
Delete section 906.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
906.2 "
General requirements. The
selection, distribution, installation, and maintenance of portable fire
extinguishers shall comply with NFPA 10,
Standard for Portable Fire
Extinguishers, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3.
906.2.1 The maximum travel distance to reach
an extinguisher shall not apply to the spectator seating portions of Group A-5
occupancies.
906.2.2 Thirty-day
inspections shall not be required and maintenance shall be allowed to be once
every three years for dry-chemical or halogenated agent portable fire
extinguishers that are supervised by a listed and approved electronic
monitoring device, provided that all of the following conditions are met:
(a) Electronic monitoring shall confirm that
extinguishers are properly positioned, properly charged and
unobstructed.
(b) Loss of power or
circuit continuity to the electronic monitoring device shall initiate a trouble
signal.
(c) The extinguishers shall
be installed inside of a building or cabinet in a noncorrosive
environment.
(d) Electronic
monitoring devices and supervisory circuits shall be tested every three years
when extinguisher maintenance is performed.
(e) A written log of required hydrostatic
test dates for extinguishers shall be maintained by the owner to ensure that
hydrostatic tests are conducted at the frequency required by NFPA
10.
906.2.3 In Group E -
Educational occupancies, in lieu of locating fire extinguishers in corridors
and normal paths of travel as specified in NFPA 10,
Standard for
Portable Fire Extinguishers, fire extinguishers may be located in
rooms that open directly onto such corridors and pathways provided all of the
following are met:
(a) The room in which such
extinguishers are placed are located in close proximity to that portion of the
corridor where a fire extinguisher would otherwise be placed in accordance with
NFPA 10; Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers,
(b) A sign which states in white letters at
least one inch in height on a red background, 'FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATED IN
THIS ROOM,' is placed on the corridor wall immediately adjacent to the entrance
way of each such room so that it can be clearly seen at all times;
(c) The rooms in which such extinguishers are
placed shall be constantly supervised during school hours; and,
(d) Those rooms cannot be subject to being
locked at any time the building is occupied."
12. Delete sections
906.3 through 906.10 without substitution (Refer to NFPA 10).
13. Delete section 907.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following, while retaining existing subsections:
907.1 "
Fire Alarm Systems -
General.
(a) The State's minimum
requirements for fire alarm systems in proposed (new) buildings and structures
approved as set forth in 103.3.1 of this Code shall be as
required by NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, as adopted by this
Chapter 120-3-3. Fire alarm systems shall be designed, installed, tested, and
maintained in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and
Signaling Code, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3.
(b) New fire alarm systems to be installed in
existing buildings shall be designed, installed, and maintained in accordance
with NFPA 72, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. (Refer to Table 102. 13
CODES REFERENCE GUIDE)"
17. Delete sections 907.2 through 907.6.6.2
in their entirety and without substitution.
18. Delete section 909.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
909.1
"Scope and purpose. This section applies to mechanical or passive
smoke control systems when they are required for proposed (new) buildings or
portions thereof by provisions of the Life Safety Code (LSC)
or this Code, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3, or by
provisions of the International Building Code
(IBC), as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs. The
purpose of this section is to establish minimum requirements for the design,
installation, and acceptance testing of smoke control systems that are intended
to provide a tenable environment for the evacuation or relocation of occupants.
These provisions are not intended for the preservation of contents, the timely
restoration of operations, or for assistance in fire suppression or overhaul
activities. Smoke control systems regulated by this section serve a different
purpose than the smoke and heat venting provisions found in Section 910.
Mechanical smoke control systems shall not be considered exhaust systems under
Chapter 5 of the International Mechanical Code (IMC)."
19. Delete section 909.2
in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
909.2 "General design
requirements. Buildings, structures, or portions thereof required by
provisions of the Life Safety Code (LSC) or this
Code, as adopted by this Chapter, or by provisions of the
International Building Code, as adopted by the Department of
Community Affairs, to have a smoke control system or systems shall have such
systems designed in accordance with the applicable requirements of Section 909
of this Code and the generally accepted and well established
principles of engineering relevant to the design. The construction documents
shall include sufficient information and detail to describe adequately the
elements of the design necessary for the proper implementation of the smoke
control systems. These documents shall be accompanied with sufficient
information and analysis to demonstrate compliance with these
provisions."
20. Add a
new section 909.2.1 to read as follows:
909.2.1 " Smoke Control. For the purposes of
909.2 the following publications shall be considered as providing the generally
accepted and well established principals of engineering relevant to design of
required smoke control systems.
(1) NFPA 92,
Standard for Smoke Control Systems
(2) NFPA SPP-53, Smoke Control in
Fire Safety Design
(3)
ASHRAE/SFPE, Design of Smoke Management Systems
(4) ASHRAE, Guideline 5: Guideline
for Commissioning Smoke Management Systems"
(5) NFPA 101, Life Safety
Code (For non-mandatory guidance involving systems for existing
detention and correction facilities refer to A.23.3.1.3 of the 2012
Edition)
21.
Add a new section 909.2.1 to read as follows:
909.2.1 "Deactivation of Mechanical
Pressurization Systems. The design of pressurization systems shall
ensure that smoke is not introduced into the pressurized enclosure so as to
result in the untenable contamination of the fresh air. Approved smoke
detectors shall be installed at each intake in such approved manner that the
operation of the fan providing mechanical pressurization to the enclosure where
smoke is detected shall be deactivated upon detection of
smoke."
22. Add a new
subsection 912.2.3 to read as follows:
912.2.3 "Location of fire department
connections. The location of fire department connections for automatic
sprinkler systems shall be as approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in
accordance with Section 912 and Section 501.5 of this Code, as
adopted by 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
23. Add a
new section 914.7.3 to read as follows:
914.7.3 "
Limited Use Special Amusement
Buildings: Special amusement buildings not open to the public in excess
of 45 days in a twelve month period shall be permitted, provided all of the
following conditions are met:
1. Portable
fire extinguishers with a minimum of a 2A:10B:C rating are placed within 25
feet of each activity or viewing station, so as to be readily accessible and
visible to staff;
2. A smoke
detection system is placed throughout the facility with a smoke detector
located at each activity or viewing station and located throughout corridors
and halls not to exceed a spacing more than 15 feet (4.6 m) from a wall or more
than 30 feet (9.1 m) on center. Where there is no ceiling or cover over
activity or viewing stations, or over exit access routes, other than the
standard ceiling, smoke detectors shall be placed so that their area of
coverage does not exceed the approval listing of the detectors;
3. Emergency lighting shall be provided which
will cause illumination of the means of egress upon loss of power to lighting
circuits for the means of egress routes serving the special amusement building.
In addition, all staff shall be provided with flashlights;
4. Personnel dedicated for the sole purpose
of performing fire watch duties as defined in Chapter 2 of the
International Fire Code and as be deemed necessary for
specific circumstances by the authority having jurisdiction, shall be provided
in such numbers to ensure the entire special amusement space is surveyed at
least every 30 minutes starting 30 minutes prior to public occupancy. Such
personnel shall be provided with a direct communication device for
communication with all viewing or activity stations throughout the facility. In
addition such personnel shall be provided with appropriate training for the
operation of portable fire extinguishing equipment;
5. Communication to the responding fire
department or emergency dispatch center is available from the facility (a
regular telephone or at least two cell phones are acceptable);
6. "NO SMOKING" signs shall be posted at
entrances to the building. Receptacles for the discard of smoking material
shall be located a minimum of 15 feet (9.1 m) from the structure and shall be
clearly identified by applicable signage;
7. Documentation of fire watch tours required
by item 4 above is maintained. The documentation, at the minimum, shall note
the time when the tour was conducted the name of personnel conducting the tour,
and information about any hazards identified and actions taken to remove such
hazards. Such documentation shall be readily available to the code official
upon request."
(j)
Modifications to Chapter 10:
1. Delete sections 1001 through 1030 in their
entirety and substitute in their place the following:
1001.1 "
General.
(A) Proposed (new) buildings or portions
thereof approved for construction as set forth in 103.3 of this
Code, shall be provided with means of egress and related
safeguards as set forth by NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, as
adopted this Chapter. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE
GUIDE)
(B) Buildings and
structures existing and approved prior the effective date of this Chapter
120-3-3, as set forth in 103.3 of this Code, having means of
egress and related safeguards conforming to NFPA 101, Life Safety
Code, under which they were approved and constructed shall be
considered as complying with this Code. Means of egress and
related safeguards in existing buildings constructed without approval, may be
considered as complying with this code section if, in the judgment of the
authority having jurisdiction, they do not constitute a distinct hazard to
life. Where, in the judgment of the authority having jurisdiction, the means of
egress or related safeguards provided constitute a distinct hazard to life, the
hazardous condition or conditions shall be remedied based on the provisions for
existing buildings of the Life Safety Code as adopted by this
Chapter 120-3-3.
(C) Exit discharge
termination dispersal areas may be utilized where authorized and designed in
accordance with 7.7.1.5 of the Life Safety Code, as adopted by
Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
2. Add the
following section 1001.2 to read as follows:
1001.2 "
Overcrowding and Life Safety
Hazard Prevention. Overcrowding or admittance of any person beyond the
approved capacity of a building or a portion thereof shall not be allowed. It
is the responsibility of the manager and the person in charge of a building,
structure, or portion thereof not to allow an overcrowded condition or any
condition which constitutes a life safety hazard to exist, and to take prompt
action to remedy an overcrowded condition or life safety hazard when evidence
of such a condition is noted, or when advised or ordered by the Fire Code
Official or his/her representative. (Refer to 107.6)
1001.2.1
Decreases in the Occupant
Load. For authorized decreases in the occupant load approved by the fire
code authority having jurisdiction, the actual number of occupants for whom
each occupied space, floor or building is designed, although less than those
determined by calculation, shall be permitted to be used in the determination
of the design occupant load.
1001.2.2
Increases in the Occupant
Load. For approved increases in the occupant load by the fire code
authority having jurisdiction, refer to 7.3.1.5 of Subsection 7.3.1 of NFPA
101, Life Safety Code, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations
of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
1001.2.3
Overcrowded Condition or Life
Safety Hazard Determined. The fire code official, upon finding any
overcrowded conditions or obstructions in aisles, passageways or other means of
egress, or upon finding any condition which constitutes a life safety hazard,
shall be authorized to cause the event to be stopped until such condition or
obstruction is corrected. In addition, a structure, building, room or
designated portion thereof shall be deemed overcrowded if the total of
occupants exceeds the exit capacity of the structure, building, room or area
involved."
(k)
Modifications to Chapter 11:
1. Delete 1101.1 and substitute in its place
the following:
1101.1 "Scope.
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed
prior to the effective date of this Chapter 120-3-3.
2. Delete 1101.2 and substitute in its place
the following:
1101.2 "Intent.
The intent of this chapter is to provide a minimum degree of fire and life
safety to persons occupying buildings by providing for existing building
rehabilitation activities including repair, renovation, modification,
reconstruction, change of use or occupancy classification, and additions to
such buildings.
3. Delete
1101.3 and substitute in its place the following:
1101.3 "Permits. Construction
permits for buildings falling under State jurisdiction, as set forth in
O.C.G.A. 25-2.13, shall be required for the
activities noted in 4601.1 when the criteria of O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(d) for an
existing building to be classified as a proposed (new) building or structure
are met. For local jurisdictions, permits shall be required as set forth in
Section 105.7 of this Code and the International
Building Code.
4. Delete Sections 1102 through 1104 and
substitute in their place a new 1102 to read as follows:
SECTION 1102 "FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR
EXISTING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES"
1102.1 "General. The intents and
purposes of this section shall be met through the application of the applicable
provisions of this Code, the Life Safety
Code, and other codes and standards as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, as they
apply to existing conditions and routine maintenance of fire and life safety
protection systems and devices. For building rehabilitation activities,
including repair, renovation, modification, reconstruction, change of use or
occupancy classification, and additions to such buildings, the definitions and
requirements of Chapter 43, of the Life Safety Code, adopted
by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire
Commissioner shall apply."
(l)
Modifications to Chapter 20:
1. Delete section 2003.5 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
2003.5
"Dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids. No dispensing, transfer or
storage of flammable or combustible liquids shall be permitted inside any
building or structure.
Exceptions:
1.
As provided in Chapter 57 of this Code, provided, the provisions are
not less protective than the provisions of any applicable Codes and standards
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
2.
When the procedures
used follow the guidelines and requirements set forth in NFPA 410 -
Standard for Aircraft Maintenance, adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3."
2. Delete sections
2006.1 through 2006.21.1 in their entirety and substitute in their place a new
paragraph 2006.1 to read as follows:
2006.1
"Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations and Airport Fuel Systems. All
aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations and airport fuel systems shall
be in accordance with Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Flammable and Combustible
Liquids."
3. Delete
section 2007.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
2007.1 "General. Helistops and
heliports shall be maintained in accordance with Section 2007. Helistops and
heliports on buildings or structures shall be constructed in accordance with
the International Building Code and the requirements set forth
by NFPA 418, Standard for Heliports, adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3."
(m)
Modification to Chapter 23.
1.
Delete sections 2301.1 through 2301.6 in their entirety and substitute in their
place a new paragraph 2301.1 to read as follows:
2301.1 "
Scope. Automotive motor
fuel-dispensing facilities, marine motor fuel dispensing facilities, fleet
vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities and repair garages shall be in
accordance with Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Flammable and Combustible
Liquids'."
Exception: This chapter shall apply to hydrogen motor
fuel-dispensing and generation facilities as specified in section 2309 and
repair garages where referenced by subsection 406.6, entitled, 'Repair
Garages,' of the International Building Code.
2. Delete sections 2303
through 2308 and all other paragraphs there-under, and section 2310 and all
other paragraphs thereunder in their entirety without substitution.
(n)
Modification to Chapter
31:
1. Delete 3106.5.2 in its entirety
and substitute in it's place the following:
3106.5.2 "Cooking Operations. Cooking
operations shall be evaluated and comply with NFPA 96, Standard for
Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking
Operations, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations
of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(o)
Modification to Chapter 50:
1. Add two new exceptions 12 and 13 to
section 5001.1 to read as follows:
12.
"Storage, transportation, use, dispensing, mixing and handling of Flammable and
combustible liquids as outlined in Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, "Rules and Regulations for Flammable and
Combustible Liquids.
13. Storage,
handling, and transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LP-Gas) and the
installation of LP-gas equipment pertinent to systems for such use as outlined
Chapter 120-3-16 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner
entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Liquefied Petroleum Gases."
2. In Table 5003.11.1, add
superscript "k" to Oxidizers in the Material column and add the following
footnote "k" to read as follows:
k. "Group M
occupancies with Class 2 and Class 3 oxidizers exceeding these quantities shall
comply with the applicable provisions of NFPA 400, Hazardous Materials
Code as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3."
(p) Modifications to Chapter 56:
2. Delete sections 5601 through 5607 and all
related paragraphs there under in their entirety and substitute in their place
the following:
5601. "Explosives and
blasting. The provisions of Chapter 120-3-10 Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Explosives
and Blasting Agents' shall govern the possession, manufacture, storage,
handling, sale and use of explosives, explosive materials and small arms
ammunitions."
3. Delete
section 5608.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
5608.1 "GENERAL PROVISIONS. In addition to
the requirements of this Section for the display of fireworks the provisions of
O.C.G.A. Title 25, Chapter 2, and Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall apply. Where there may be a conflict
between a provision of this Section and a provision of the above referenced law
or regulation, the provision of the above referenced law or regulation shall
apply. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit the use of
fireworks by railroads or other transportation agencies for the signal purposes
or illumination, or the sale or use of blank cartridges for a show or theater,
or for signal or ceremonial purposes in athletics or sports or for the use by
military organizations."
2. Insert a new section 5608.11 to read as
follows:
5608.11 "Retail display and sale.
(a) Fireworks as defined in the Official Code of Georgia (O.C.G.A.) Title 25,
Chapter 10 in 25-10-1(a)(1) shall not be made available for sale at retail or
wholesale, except as provided in O.C.G.A.
25-10. (b) Non-explosive sparkling
devices as defined in O.C.G.A.
25-10-1(b) are
permitted for retail sales to the public, provided, however, it is unlawful for
any such devices to be sold to any person under 18 years of age (O.C.G.A.
25-10-2(b)(1). In
addition, it is unlawful to sell such items to any person by any means other
than an in-person, face-to-face sale. Further, such person shall provide proper
identification to the seller at the time of such purchase. The term 'proper
identification' means any document issued by a governmental agency containing a
description of the person, such person's photograph, or both, and giving such
person's date of birth and includes without being limited to, a passport,
military identification card, driver's license, or an identification card
authorized under O.C.G.A. Sections
40-5-100 through
40-5-104. (c) In areas where
devices are stored or displayed for retail sales, at least one
pressurized-water type portable fire extinguisher complying with NFPA 10, as
adopted by this Chapter shall be located not more than 20 feet and not closer
than 15 feet from the storage or display location. In addition, "NO SMOKING"
signs complying with Section 310 shall be conspicuously posted in areas of such
storage or display, unless in a building where smoking is clearly marked as
prohibited."
(q)
Modification to Chapter 57:
1.
Add a new non-applicability paragraph number 12 to section 5701.2 to read as
follows:
12. " The storage, transportation,
use, dispensing, mixing and handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids as
outlined in Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Flammable and Combustible
Liquids."
(r)
Modifications to Chapter 61:
1.
Delete Chapter 61 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
"CHAPTER 61 LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES. The
provisions relating to the storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases
shall be those in NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, as
adopted by Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE
GUIDE)"
(s)
Modifications to Chapter 80:
1.
Add an Explanatory Note at the start of the Chapter to read:
"Replace the NFPA Standard Reference numbers with the year
edition with the same NFPA Standard Reference numbers and titles however; each
year edition shall be those as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the
Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner Chapters 102-3-3, 120-3-10, 120-3-11 and
120-3-12."
(4)
NFPA 2, 2020 Edition
Hydrogen Technologies Code
Modifications: None
(5)
NFPA 3, 2018 Edition, Guide
for the Commissioning and Integrated Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety
Systems Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows:
1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection.
Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the
authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone
enforceable code or standard, and it is not adopted as a minimum state code or
standard. It may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable
provisions of other adopted codes or standards, or it may be adopted and
enforced by a local jurisdiction under local ordinance."
(6)
NFPA 10, 2018
Edition, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 6:
1.
Delete 6.1.3.8.1 in its entirety and insert in its place the following
(6.1.3.8.2 and 6.1.3.8.3 remain unchanged:
6.1.3.8.1 "Portable fire extinguishers having
a gross weight not exceeding 40 lb. (18.14 kg) shall be installed so that the
top of the extinguisher is not more than 48 in (1.19 m) above the floor."
2. Delete 6.1.3.10.5 in
its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
6.1.3.10.5 Cabinets or wall recesses for fire
extinguishers shall be installed that the top of the opening for the fire
extinguisher is at 50 in. (1.27 m) above the finished floor.
6.1.3.10.5.1 The provisions of 6.1.3.10.5
shall not apply to existing installations.
(b)
Modifications to Chapter 7:
1.
Delete 7.1.2.1* in its entirety and insert in its place the following:
7.1.2.1 "Persons performing maintenance and
recharging of extinguishers shall be licensed and/or permitted in accordance
with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated."
2. Delete subparagraphs
7.1.2.1.1 thru 7.1.2.1.5 in their entirety without substitution.
3. Delete subparagraph 7.1.2.3 in its
entirety without substitution.
4.
Delete subsection 7.3.4.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
7.3.4.1.1 "Tags shall comply the
requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
5. Delete
subsection 7.3.4.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
7.3.4.2 "Verification-of-Service Collar
(Maintenance or Recharging). Verification-of-Service Collars shall
comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the
Safety Fire Commissioner."
6. Delete subsection 7.3.6.5.3 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
7.3.6.5.3 "The 6 year Maintenance internal
examination label shall be blue in color and shall comply with the requirements
of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
7. Delete subsection
7.11.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
7.11.3 "Verification-of-Service Collars shall
comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the
Safety Fire Commissioner."
(c)
Modifications to Chapter 8:
1. Delete subsection 8.1.2.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
8.1.2.1 "Hydrostatic testing shall be
performed by persons who are, licensed and/or permitted in accordance with
Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, trained in
pressure testing procedures and safeguards complying with 7.1.2, who have
testing equipment, facilities, and an appropriate manufacturer's service
manual(s) available."
2.
Delete subsection 8.1.2.1.2 in its entirety without substitution.
3. Delete subsection 8.1.2.1.3 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
8.1.2.1.3 "*Where hydrostatic testing is
subcontracted to a facility described in 8.1.2.1.1, the secondary firm actually
performing the hydro testing must be listed on the primary firms license(s)
application on file in the Georgia State Fire Marshal's Office."
4. Delete subsection
8.7.2.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
8.7.2.2 "The label shall comply with the
requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(7)
NFPA 11, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam
Modifications: None
(8)
NFPA 12, 2018 Edition,
Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
Modifications: None
(9)
NFPA 12A, 2018 Edition,
Standard on Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems
Modifications: None
(10)
NFPA 13, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 4:
1. Add
a new Section 4.2.1 to read as follows:
4.2.1.1 "Modification of Existing
Sprinkler Systems. In existing sprinkler systems, heads may be relocated
from original installation locations. All alterations or modifications to
existing branch lines shall be submitted with hydraulic calculations if work is
outside of scope of subsections 4.4.1 through 4.4.4. New hydraulic data
nameplate shall be placed on any modified system at the riser or sectional
valve along with the existing hydraulic data nameplate.
4.2.1.2 One additional sprinkler may be added
to an original installation location if the additional sprinkler is in a
remotely located or non-communicating compartment from the existing or
relocated sprinkler.
4.2.1.3 Two
sprinklers may be added to an existing branch line if the additional sprinklers
are in remotely located or non-communicating compartments from the existing or
relocated sprinkler.
4.2.1.4 New
branch lines added to existing cross mains shall be sized the same as the
existing branch lines.
4.2.1.5 No
more than two heads shall be supplied from 1 inch (25.4 mm) pipe unless the
existing system was calculated to supply more than two heads. In such case, the
calculated maximum for 1 inch (25.4 mm) pipe shall take precedence."
(b)
Modification to Chapter 5:
1.
Add a new paragraph 5.2.2.3 to read as follows:
5.2.2.3 "A water test taken to determine the
period of highest demand and made not more than six months prior to plan
submittal shall be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction with all new
system designs."
(c)
Modification to Chapter 9:
1. Delete the Annex note A.9.3.5.1 to
9.3.5.1* and insert a revised A.9.3.5.1 to read follows: "A.9.3.5.1 It is the
intent of this section to apply the requirement for draft stops and closely
spaced sprinklers to openings in fire rated floor/ceiling assemblies. It is not
the intent of this section to require draft stops and closely spaced sprinklers
to the perimeter around mezzanines, raised platforms, lofts or other places
where stairs or escalators ascend to a floor or landing that is open to the
space below.
2. Insert a new
9.3.5.2.1 to read as follows:
9.3.5.2.1
"Draft stops required by Section 8.15.4.1 shall not be required in Light and
Ordinary Hazard Occupancies utilizing quick response sprinklers throughout."
(d)
Modification to Chapter 16:
1.)
Delete paragraph 16.12.5.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following. The annex note shall remain.
16.12.5.7 "FDC Locations. The
location of fire department connections shall be approved by the Fire Chief as
set forth in subsections 501.5 and 912 of the International Fire Code
(IFC), as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner. Where there may be conflict between subsection
501 or 912 of the IFC and section 8.17.2 of this
Code, the provisions of 501 and 912 of the
IFC shall prevail."
(e)
Modification to Chapter 27:
1. Add a new 27.1.2.1 to read as follows:
27.1.2.1 "Where plan review notes returned
with submitted plans or comments on submitted plans by the authority having
jurisdiction (AHJ), indicating the need for corrections, such corrections shall
be made by the Fire Protection Sprinkler Designer. Only after the needed
corrections are made and shown on corrected plans shall changes by installation
personnel be allowed. Corrected plans shall be kept at the project site and
shall be firmly attached to the set of plans stamped as approved with comments
by the AHJ. Submitted plans returned without the approval stamp of the AHJ
shall have corrections made and be resubmitted to the AHJ for review and
approval. The installation of a system shall not be allowed where plans have
been returned without an approval stamp until corrected plans have been
submitted, reviewed, and stamped as approved by the AHJ."
2. Add new items (48) through (51) to
subsection 27.1.3 to read as follows:
(48)
"Type of construction, (i.e., obstructed or unobstructed as defined in Section
3.7), and the distance between the sprinkler deflector and the structure in
exposed structure areas.
(49)
Indicate the system is a NFPA 13 designed system.
(50) Owner's Certificate, provided in
accordance with Section 4.2.
(51)
Name, number and signature of the Certificate of Competency holder &
Designer."
3. Add a new
subsection 27.2.4.11.2.1 to read as follows:
27.2.4.11.2.1 " There shall be a minimum 10
psi (0.69 bar) cushion between the hydraulically calculated sprinkler system
demand and supply when there is a backflow prevention device present.
27.2.4.11.2.1.1 The 10 psi (0.69 bar) cushion
may be lowered to not less than 7 psi with written approval of the authority
having jurisdiction based on the capability of the fire department to provide
support to the system within 10 minutes of the receipt of notification of the
alarm of fire in the building."
4. Add a new subparagraph 27.2.4.11.3 to read
as follows:
27.2.4.11.3 "There shall be a
minimum 15 psi (1.03 bar) cushion between the hydraulically calculated
sprinkler system demand and supply in systems that do not have a backflow
prevention device.
27.2.4.11.3.1 The 15 psi
(1.05 bar) cushion may be lowered to not less than 7 psi with approval of the
authority having jurisdiction based on the capability of the fire department to
provide support to the system within 10 minutes of the receipt of notification
of the alarm of fire in the building."
(i)
Modification to Chapter 28:
1. Add a new item (5) to 28.1 to read as
follows:
(5) "Attach an initial
"GREEN" inspection tag to the sprinkler system riser.
(a) After installation, acceptance testing,
and inspection, at the time the system is initially accepted as being in a
state of operational readiness, an Inspection Tag shall be completed and
attached to the system at a conspicuous location so as to permit convenient
inspection, and not hamper system activation.
(b) Inspection Tags must be
GREEN in color and have a minimum dimension of 51/4 inches (133
mm) in length and 2 inches (67 mm) in width.
(c) Inspection tags shall bear at least the
following information in an easy to read format:
1.
"DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE
FIRE MARSHAL." This order shall be in a minimum of 10pt capital letters.
2. The license number, name, and
physical address of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor.
3. The license number, printed name, and
signature of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Inspector.
4. The properly punched day, month and year
the system was inspected and placed in a state of operational readiness.
5. The name and physical address,
including tenant space designation, as applicable of the facility."
2. Add a new
Section 28.7 Document Accessibility.
28.7.1
With every new system, a documentation cabinet shall be installed in the system
riser room or at another approved location at the protected premises.
28.7.2 The documentation cabinet
shall be sized so that it can contain all necessary documentation.
28.7.3 Required minimum documentation shall
include copies of Approved Hydraulic calculations, Approved Plans, Above and
Below ground contractors test, and Inventory of sprinkler heads.
28.7.4 Where the documentation cabinet is not
in the sprinkler riser room, its location shall be identified at the system
control valve.
28.7.5 The
documentation cabinet shall be prominently labeled SPRINKLER SYSTEM
DOCUMENTS.
28.7.6 The
contents of the cabinet shall be accessible by authorized personnel only.
(11)
NFPA 13D, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of
Sprinkler Systems in One-and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured
Homes
Modifications: None
(12)
NFPA 13R, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in
Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 1:
Delete Section 1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its
place the following. Subsection 1.1.1 and 1.1.2 shall remain.
1.1 "
Scope. This standard deals
with the design and installation of automatic sprinkler systems for protection
against fire hazards in residential occupancies, personal care homes, day-care
centers and group day-care homes, up to and including four stories in height.
When a single-story open-air parking structure of fire-restrictive construction
having a rating greater than 2-hours is below a four-story residential
occupancy, the structure is considered within this scope."
1. Delete Section 1.2 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
1.2 "
Purpose. The purpose of
this standard is to provide design and installation requirements for a
sprinkler system to aid in the detection and control of fires in residential
occupancies, day-care centers, group day-care homes, and personal care homes,
and thus provide improved protection against injury, loss of life, and property
damage. A sprinkler system designed and installed in accordance with this
standard is expected to prevent flashover (total involvement) in the room of
fire origin, where sprinklered, and to improve the chance for occupants to
escape or be evacuated. This standard shall not be applied to "new assisted
living communities" or new "memory care units" as defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and as regulated by
Chapter 34 or 35, as applicable, of the
Life Safety Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(b)
Modification to Chapter 3:
1.
Delete subsection 3.3.10 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
3.3.10 "Residential
Occupancies. Residential Occupancies, as specified in the scope of this
standard and for the purposes of this standard, include the following, as
defined by State law, or by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety
Fire Commissioner: (1) Apartment buildings, (2) Lodging and rooming houses, (3)
Board and care facilities, (4) Hotels, motels, and dormitories, (5) Personal
care homes (prompt and slow evacuation type only), (6) Day-care centers and
group day-care homes."
2.
Add a new paragraph 3.3.9.1 to read as follows:
3.3.10.1 "Day-care Center - For purposes of
NFPA 13R, a day-care facility subject to licensure or commission by the
Department of Human Resources where more than 12 clients receive care. A
day-care center is within the definition of a dwelling unit."
3. Add a new paragraph
3.3.10.2 to read as follows:
3.3.10.2
"Group Day-care Home - For purposes of NFPA 13R, a day-care
facility subject to licensure or commission by the Department of Human
Resources where at least seven but not more than 12 clients receive care. A
group day-care home is within the definition of a dwelling unit."
4. Add a new paragraph
3.3.10.3 to read as follows:
3.3.10.3
"Dwelling - For purposes of NFPA 13R, any building which contains
not more than one or two 'dwelling units' intended to be used, rented, leased,
hired out to be occupied for habitation purposes, or for use as a day-care
center, a group day-care home, or as a personal care home or community living
arrangement."
5. Add a new
paragraph 3.3.10.4 to read as follows:
3.3.10.4 "Outside Dwelling Unit
- Any area such as, but not limited to, storage, mechanical and equipment rooms
and/or other area(s) that, in the opinion of the authority having jurisdiction,
constitutes a fire hazard in excess of the hazards normally found within the
dwelling unit."
6. Add a
new paragraph 3.3.10.5 to read as follows:
3.3.10.5 "
Personal Care Home -
For the purposes of NFPA 13R, any building or part thereof that is used as
defined in Chapter 120-3-3 in
120-3-3-.03(11) of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(c)
Modification to Chapter 4:
1. Add a new Section 4.6 to read as follows:
4.6 "Minimum Pipe Sizes. Minimum
pipe sizes shall be 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) for copper and 1-inch (25.4 mm) for
steel. For other approved pipe or tubing used, a minimum size of 3/4 inch (19.1
mm) for those with a Hazen-Williams 'C' value of 150 or more and 1 inch (19.1
mm) for those less than 150."
(d)
Modification to Chapter 6:
1. Delete paragraph 6.6.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
6.6.1
"Sprinklers shall be installed in all areas except where omission is permitted
by 6.6.2 through 6.6.9 excluding day-care facilities. Sprinklers shall be
installed in all areas of day-care facilities except where omission is
permitted by 6.6.4 and 6.6.5."
2. Add a new paragraph 6.8.11 to read as
follows:
6.8.11 "A non-multipurpose piping
system shall be isolated from the domestic water system by not less than two
spring-loaded check valves or equivalent."
3. Add a new paragraph 6.8.12 to read as
follows:
6.8.12 "All valves controlling water
supplies for sprinkler systems or portions thereof, including floor control
valves, shall be easily accessible to authorized persons. Water supply
connections shall not extend into or through a building unless such connection
is under control of an outside listed indicating valve or an inside listed
indicating valve located near an outside wall of the building."
(e)
Modification to Chapter 9:
1.
Delete subsection 9.6.2.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
"Where a waterflow test is used for the purpose of system
design, the test shall be conducted no more than 6 months prior to working plan
submittal unless otherwise approved by the authority having
jurisdiction."
2. Add a new
subsection 9.7.2.1 to read as follows:
9.7.2.1 "A fire pump not meeting NFPA 20,
Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection, may be acceptable for small community living arrangements,
day-care centers, day-care homes, and small personal care homes based upon
documentation and subject to written approval of the authority having
jurisdiction."
(f)
Modification to Chapter 10:
1. Add a new subsection 10.1.5 to read as
follows:
10.1.5 "Upon completion of the
acceptance test as set forth in this section, the installer shall attach an
initial
"GREEN" inspection tag to the sprinkler system riser.
(a) After installation, testing, and
inspection, at the time the system is initially accepted as being in a state of
operational readiness, an Inspection Tag shall be completed and attached to the
system at a conspicuous location so as to permit convenient inspection, and not
hamper system activation.
(b)
Inspection Tags must be GREEN in color and have a minimum dimension of 51/4
inches (133 mm) in length and 2 inches (67 mm) in width.
(c) Inspection tags shall bear at least the
following information in an easy to read format:
(1)
"DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE
STATE FIRE MARSHAL." This order shall be in a minimum of 10pt capital
letters.
(2) The license number,
name, and physical address of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor.
(3) The license number, printed name, and
signature of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Inspector.
(4) The properly punched day, month and year
the system was inspected and placed in a state of operational
readiness.
(5) The name and
physical address (including tenant space as applicable) of the facility."
(13)
NFPA 14, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, and Hose
Systems
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Delete Section
1-1 in its entirety and substitute
in its place the following:
1-1
"Scope. The State's minimum requirements for standpipes shall be
established by the IBC (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES
REFERENCE GUIDE) of the International Fire Code, as
adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner). In addition, the requirements for occupant hoses are eliminated
for new and existing buildings subject to the approval of the authority having
jurisdiction. Where the installation of standpipes and /or hose systems is
required, this standard covers the minimum requirements for the installation of
standpipes and hose systems for buildings and structures. This standard does
not cover requirements for periodic inspection, testing, and maintenance of
standpipe systems. (See NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing,
and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection
Systems.)"
(b)
Modification to Chapter 7:
1. Delete 7.8 in its entirety and substitute
in its place the following:
7.8
"
Minimum and Maximum Pressure Limits
7.8.1 Hydraulically designed standpipe
systems shall be designed to provide the waterflow rate required by Section
7.10 at a minimum residual pressure of 100 psi (6.9 bar) at the outlet of the
hydraulically most remote 2-1/2 inch (65 mm) hose connection and 65 psi (4.5
bar) at the outlet of the hydraulically most remote 1-1/2 (38 mm) hose
connection.
7.8.1.1 Where the local Fire
Chief or local Fire Code Official having fire suppression jurisdiction permits
lower than 100 psi (6.9 bar) for 2-1/2 inch (65 mm) hose connections, based
upon local suppression tactics, the pressure shall be permitted to be reduced
to not less than 65 psi (4.5 bar).
7.8.1.2 Where the building is protected
throughout by a supervised automatic sprinkler system and the building is not a
high-rise, as defined in 3.3.5, the minimum residual pressure provisions shall
not be mandatory when the standpipe system piping is a minimum of eight inches
(8") nominal diameter.
7.8.1.3
Existing high-rise buildings, as defined in 3.3.5, that are protected
throughout by a supervised automatic sprinkler system shall be permitted a
reduction of the minimum residual pressure requirement of 100 psi (6.9 bar) at
the hydraulically most remote 2-1/2 inch (63.5 mm) hose connection to 65 psi
(4.5 bar).
7.8.1.4 Manual standpipe
systems shall be designed to provide 100 psi (6.9 bar) at the topmost outlet
with the calculations terminating at the fire department connection."
2.
Insert a new subsection 7.12.3.4 to read as follows:
7.12.3.4 "Location. The location
of fire department connections shall be approved by the Fire Chief as set forth
in subsection 501.5 of the International Fire Code, as adopted
by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(c)
Modification to Chapter 10:
1. Add a new subsection 10.3 to read as
follows:
10.3 "A letter certifying that all
pressure restricting and pressure reducing equipment is installed and set per
NFPA requirements and manufacturer's instructions shall be presented to the
inspector along with test certificates at the time of final inspection."
(d)
Modification to Annex A:
1. Add
a New Annex Note A.7.8.1.4 to read as follows:
A.7.8.1.4 "It is not the intent of this
standard to provide an automatic water supply for manual standpipe systems.
Manual standpipe systems are designed (sized) to provide 100 psi (6.9 bar) at
the topmost outlet using a fire department pumper as the source of flow and
pressure."
(14)
NFPA 15, 2012 Edition,
Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire
Protection
Modifications: None
(15)
NFPA 16, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam- Water
Spray Systems
Modifications: None
(16)
NFPA 17, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 1:
1.
Delete Section 1.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
1.6 "*Qualifications. Only
persons who are properly trained and licensed and/or permitted in accordance
with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, shall be
considered competent to design, install, and service dry chemical systems."
(b)
Modification to Chapter 11:
1.
Delete subsection 11.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
11.1.3 "Only persons trained and
licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the
Official Code of Georgia Annotated, shall be considered competent to design,
install, and service dry chemical extinguishing systems, in accordance with
this standard and the manufacturer's instructions."
2. Delete paragraph 11.1.3.1 in its entirety
without substitution.
3. Delete
subparagraph 11.3.1.2.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
11.3.1.2.4 "The label shall comply
with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety
Fire Commissioner."
4.
Delete subparagraph 11.3.1.2.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
11.3.1.2.7 "The collar shall comply
with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety
Fire Commissioner."
5.
Delete paragraph 11.3.1.10 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
11.3.1.10 "Each dry chemical
system shall have the required tags or labels complying with the requirements
of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner after
each service has been conducted on the system. Only the current applicable tag
or label shall remain on the system."
6. Delete subsection 11.4.2 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
Systems shall be recharged by persons who are properly
trained and licensed under the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23, Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, in accordance with the
manufacturer's listed installation and maintenance manual."
(17)
NFPA
17A, 2013 Edition, Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing
Systems
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 1:
1.
Delete Section 1.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
1.7 "*Qualifications. Only
persons who are properly trained and licensed and/or permitted in accordance
with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, shall be
considered competent to design, install, and service wet chemical systems."
(b)
Modification to Chapter 7:
1.
Delete subsection 7.3.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
7.3.1 "A service technician who
performs maintenance on an extinguishing system shall be trained and shall
possess a licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25
of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated."
2. Delete paragraph 7.3.1.1 in its entirety
without substitution.
3. Delete
subparagraph 7.3.3.6.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
7.3.3.6.1 "The owner or owner's
representative shall retain all maintenance reports for a period of 3 years
after the next maintenance of that type required by the standard."
4. Delete paragraph
7.3.3.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
7.3.3.7 "*Each wet chemical
system shall have a tag or label securely attached, complying with the
requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner. Only the current tag or label shall remain in place."
5. Add a new paragraph
7.5.2.4 to read as follows:
7.5.2.4 "Each
stored pressure system agent cylinder that has undergone maintenance or
hydrostatic testing that includes internal examination, or that has been
recharged shall have 'Verification of Service' collar located around the neck
of the cylinder. The collar shall contain a single circular piece of
uninterrupted material forming a hole of a size that will not permit the collar
assembly to move over the neck of the cylinder unless the valve is completely
removed. The collar shall not interfere with the operation and actuation of the
system cylinder. The 'Verification of Service' collar shall comply with the
requirements of NFPA 10,
Standard for Portable Fire
Extinguishers, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner.
7.5.2.4.1 The
provisions of 7.5.2.4 do not apply to stored pressure system cylinders
undergoing maintenance before March 1, 2002.
7.5.2.4.2 Non-stored pressure cylinders such
as cartridge cylinders for cartridge-operated systems do not require a
'Verification of Service' collar for the cartridge."
(18)
NFPA 18, 2017 Edition, Standard on Wetting Agents
Modifications: None
(19)
NFPA 18A, 2017 Edition,
Standard on Water Additives for Fire Control and Vapor
Mitigation
Modifications: None
(20)
NFPA 20, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 4:
1. Add
new paragraphs 4.6.2.3.4 and 4.6.2.3.5 to read as follows:
4.6.2.3.4 "At 150% rated capacity or below,
the pump suction supply shall not drop below 20 psi (1.38 bar).
4.6.2.3.5 Suction supply pressure may be
lowered upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction."
(21)
NFPA 22, 2018 Edition, Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire
Protection
Modifications: None
(22)
NFPA 24, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their
Appurtenances
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 4:
1.
Delete 4.1.3 (10) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(10) "Size, location, and piping arrangement
of fire department connections as approved by the local Fire Chief having
jurisdiction as set forth in 501.5 of the International Fire
Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(b)
Modifications to Chapter 13:
1. Delete Section 13.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following: "13.1* Private Service Mains.
13.1.1 No pipe smaller than a nominal 8
inches (203 mm) in diameter shall be used to supply more than one hydrant or
one hydrant on dead end mains over 500 feet (152 m).
13.1.2 No pipe smaller than a nominal 8
inches (203 mm) in diameter shall be used to supply one hydrant and automatic
extinguishing systems.
13.1.3 No
pipe smaller than a nominal 8 inches (203 mm) in diameter shall be used to
supply more than one hydrant and automatic extinguishing systems on looped
mains over 1,000 feet (305 m)."
2. Add the following in Annex A, A13.1:
A.13.1 "Pipe sizing should be based upon good
engineering practices based on the projected water demand, firefighting
capabilities and water supply characteristics. Pipe sizes other than those
specified in 13.1 may be acceptable in new or existing installations with the
written approval of the authority having jurisdiction."
(23)
NFPA 25, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and
Maintenance of Water- Based Fire Protection Systems
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 4:
1.
Add a new Subsection 4.3.1.2 to read as follows:
4.3.1.2 "On non-compliant or impaired
systems, a copy of the inspection report shall be forwarded to the authority
having jurisdiction by the owner and/or the occupant."
2. Delete 4.3.3* in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
4.3.3
"*Records shall be maintained by the property owner for a period of at least
three years."
3. Delete
Section 4.3.5 and replace with the following:
4.3.5 " Subsequent records shall be retained
for a period of 3 years after the next inspection of that type required by the
standard."
4. Add a new
subsection 4.3.6 to read as follows:
4.3.6
"Tagging.
4.3.6.1
Inspection
Tag.
(a) After inspection and testing,
an Inspection Tag shall be completed indicating all work that has been done,
and then attached to the system in such a position as to permit convenient
inspection and not hamper its activation or operation. A new Inspection Tag
shall be attached to each system each time an inspection and test service is
performed.
(b) Inspection Tags must
be GREEN in color having a minimum dimension of 133 mm (5 1/4 inches) in height
and 67 mm (2 5/8 inches) in width.
(c) Inspection tags shall bear the following
information in an easily read format:
1.
'DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.' This
particular information shall be in a minimum of 10pt type and in all capital
letters.
2. The licensed Fire
Sprinkler Contractor's name and physical address;
3. The license number of the Fire Sprinkler
Contractor;
4. The license number
of the fire sprinkler inspector;
5.
The licensed fire sprinkler inspector's signature;
6. The day, month and year (to be
punched);
7. The facility name and
address.
(d) Inspection
Tags may be printed and established for any period of time. After each
printing, a minimum of three sample tags must be forwarded to the State Fire
Marshal's office.
(e) An Inspection
Tag shall only be removed by an authorized representative of a licensed fire
sprinkler contractor.
(f) Should
impairments or noncompliance items be found, the licensed inspector shall
notify the building owner or his representative and the authority having
jurisdiction in writing of all noncompliance items and/or impairments found. A
fire sprinkler system compliance Inspection Tag shall not be installed on each
system until the impairments or noncompliance items have been corrected and
each system has been re-inspected and found to be in a state of operational
readiness.
4.3.6.2
Noncompliance Tag.
(a) If a fire
sprinkler system is found in noncompliance with the applicable NFPA standards,
a completed Noncompliance Tag shall be attached to the main control valve of
each system to indicate that corrective action is necessary.
(b) Noncompliance Tags must be YELLOW in
color having a minimum dimension of 133 mm (5 1/4 inches) in height and 67 mm
(2 5/8 inches) in width.
(c)
Noncompliance Tags shall bear the following information in an easily read
format:
1.
'DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF
THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL-SYSTEM NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH NFPA STANDARDS.' This
particular information shall be in a minimum of 10pt type and in all capital
letters.
2. The licensed
Fire Sprinkler Contractor's name and physical address;
3. The license number of the Fire Sprinkler
Contractor;
4. The license number
of the fire sprinkler inspector;
5.
The licensed fire sprinkler inspector's signature;
6. The day, month and year (to be
punched);
7. The noncompliance
issue(s);
8. The facility name and
address.
(d)
Noncompliance Tags may be printed and established for any period of time. After
each printing, a minimum of three sample tags must be forwarded to the State
Fire Marshal's office.
(e) The
signature of the licensee on a Noncompliance Tag certifies the impairments
listed on the label cause the system to be out of compliance with NFPA
standards.
(f) A Noncompliance Tag
shall only be removed by an authorized representative of a licensed fire
sprinkler contractor upon re-inspection of the fire sprinkler system.
(g) A letter of noncompliance conditions
shall be sent to the building owner or authorized representative within five
working days of the date of the inspection.
4.3.6.3
Impairment Tag.
(a) Should impairments constitute an
emergency impairment as defined in this standard, then the inspector shall
complete and attach an Impairment Tag to the main control valve of each system
and the fire department connection to indicate that corrective action is
necessary.
(b) Impairment Tags must
be RED in color having a minimum dimension of 133 mm (5 1/4 inches) in height
and 67 mm (2 5/8 inches) in width.
(c) Impairment Tags shall bear the following
information in an easily read format:
1.
'DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.' This
particular information shall be in a minimum of 10pt type and in all capital
letters.
2. The licensed Fire
Sprinkler Contractor's name and physical address;
3. The license number of the Fire Sprinkler
Contractor;
4. The license number
of the fire sprinkler inspector;
5.
The licensed fire sprinkler inspector's signature;
6. The day, month and year (to be
punched);
7. The emergency
impairment(s);
8. The facility name
and address.
(d)
Impairment Tags may be printed and established for any period of time. After
each printing, a minimum of three sample tags must be forwarded to the State
Fire Marshal's office.
(e) The
signature of the licensee on an Impairment Tag certifies the impairments listed
on the label cause the system to be out of compliance with NFPA
standards.
(f) An Impairment Tag
shall only be removed by an authorized representative of a licensed fire
sprinkler contractor upon re-inspection of the fire sprinkler system.
(g) A letter of emergency impairment
conditions shall be sent to the building owner or authorized representative and
to the occupant within 24 hours of the time of the inspection. The building
owner and/or occupant shall notify the authority having jurisdiction within 24
hours of the time of the impairment notification."
(b)
Modifications to Chapter 6:
1.
Add a new 6.1.1.1.1 to read as follows:
6.1.1.1.1 "In new and existing buildings, the
requirements for hose for occupant use are eliminated, subject to the approval
of the local Fire Chief or local Fire Code Official having fire suppression
jurisdiction."
(24)
NFPA 30, Flammable and
Combustible Liquids Code
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(25)
NFPA 30A, Code for Motor
Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(26)
NFPA 30B, Code for the
Manufacture and Storage of Aerosol Products
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(27)
NFPA 31, Standard for the
Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(28)
NFPA 32, Standard for
Drycleaning Plants
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(29)
NFPA 33, Standard for
Spray Application Using Flammable or Combustible Materials
Modifications:
(a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any
modifications.
(30)
NFPA 34, Standard for Dipping, Coating and Printing Processes
Using Flammable or Combustible Liquids
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(31) NFPA 35,
Standard for the
Manufacture of Organic Coatings
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(32)
NFPA 36, Standard for
Solvent Extraction Plants
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(33)
NFPA 37, Standard for the
Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas
Turbines
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(34)
NFPA 40, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Storage and Handling of Cellulose Nitrate
Film
Modifications: None
(35) NFPA 45, 2019 Edition,
Standard
on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 10:
1.
Delete paragraph 10.2.3.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
10.2.3.4 "Emergency shutoff
valves for laboratories. In addition to point of use manual shutoff
valves required by 10.2.3, each laboratory space containing two or more gas
outlets installed on tables, benches, or in hoods in business, educational,
healthcare, research, commercial, and industrial occupancies shall have a
single valve through which all such gas outlets are supplied. This emergency
shutoff valve shall be accessible, located within the laboratory or adjacent to
the laboratory's primary egress door, and clearly identified by approved
signage stating at the least, 'GAS SHUTOFF'."
(36)
NFPA 51, 2018
Edition, Standard for the Design and Installation of Oxygen-Fuel Gas
Systems for Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-13, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(37)
NFPA 51B, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot
Work
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-13, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(38)
NFPA 52, 2019 Edition,
Gaseous Vehicular Fuel Systems Code
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-14, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(39)
NFPA 53, 2016 Edition,
Materials, Equipment, and Systems Used in Oxygen-Enriched
Atmospheres
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.3.1 to read as follows:
1.3.1 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating fire hazards in
oxygen-enriched atmospheres. Recommendations may be based on the document where
deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in
the form of a stand-alone code or standard, however, it may be used in
conjunction with and in the support of the applicable provisions of other
adopted codes or standards."
(40)
NFPA 54, 2018 Edition,
National Fuel Gas Code
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-14, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, and Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for the adopted edition and any modifications.
(41)
NFPA 55 2020 Edition,
Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Code
Modifications: None
(43)
NFPA 56, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging
of Flammable Gas Piping Systems
Modifications: None
(44)
NFPA 58, 2017 Edition,
Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(45)
NFPA 59, Utility LP-Gas
Plant Code (LNG)
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(46)
NFPA 59A, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Production, Storage, and Handling of Liquefied Natural
Gas
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(47)
NFPA 61, 2017 Edition,
Standard for the Prevention of Fires and Dust Explosions in
Agricultural and Food Processing Facilities
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(48)
NFPA 68, 2018 Edition,
Standard on Explosion Protection by Deflagration
Venting
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(49)
NFPA 69, 2019 Edition,
Standard on Explosion Prevention Systems
Modifications: None
(50)
NFPA 70, 2020 Edition,
National Electrical Code
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Article 110, I:
1. Add a new section 110.29 to read as
follows:
110.29 "Relocatable Power Tap's
(RPT's. Relocatable power taps (RPT's) shall comply with the provisions of
605.4.2 of the International Fire Code (IFC) as adopted by
this Chapter."
(51)
NFPA 70B, 2019 Edition,
Electrical Equipment Maintenance
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows:
1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the effectiveness of
electrical equipment within its scope. Recommendations may be based on the
document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The
document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard,
however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable
provisions of other adopted codes or standards."
(52)
NFPA 70E, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee
Workplaces
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Article 90 Introduction:
1. Delete 90.1 in its entirety and substitute
in its place the following:
90.1 "This
standard addresses those electrical safety requirements for employee workplaces
that are necessary for practical safeguarding of employees in their pursuit of
gainful employment. This document is recognized strictly as a recommended
practice that may be used in evaluating electrical safety requirements for
employee workplaces. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the
form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in
conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted
codes or standards. This standard covers:
(a)
Electrical conductors and equipment installed within or on buildings or other
structures, including mobile homes and recreational vehicles, and other
premises such as yards, carnival, parking and other lots, and industrial
substations.
(b) Conductors that
connect the installations to a supply of electricity.
(c) Other outside conductors on the
premises."
(53)
NFPA 72, 2019 Edition,
National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 1:
1.
Delete Section 1.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
1.1.1 "
Scope. This
Code covers the application, installation, location,
performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems,
supervising station alarm systems, public emergency alarm reporting systems,
fire and carbon monoxide detection and warning equipment, and emergency
communications systems (ECS), and their components, whether such system or
component is required or not.
1.1.1.1 Where
the requirements of this Code have technical differences and
requirements from those established, as applicable, by Chapter 120-3-20 or
120-3-20A, of the Safety Fire Commissioner's Rules and Regulations for
Accessibility to Buildings and Facilities, the technical provisions and
requirements of Chapter 120-3-20 and 120-3-20A shall take precedence over the
requirements of this Code where applicable."
(b)
Modifications to Chapter 7:
1.
Add a new paragraph (5) to 7.5.3 to read as follows:
(5) "For software-based systems, all access
codes and passwords to grant access to the software by authorized
personnel."
(c)
Modifications to Chapter 10:
1.
Add a new subsection 10.4.7 to read as follows:
10.4.7 "Protection shall not be required in
Existing building installations acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction."
(d)
Modifications to Chapter 17:
1. Add a new subparagraph 17.7.3.1.4 to read
as follows:
17.7.3.1.4 "Alternate locations of
smoke detectors as allowed by the International Fire Code, or
where applicable, the Life Safety Code, and acceptable to the
authority having jurisdiction, may be utilized and may be considered to be in
compliance with this Code."
(e)
Modification to Annex A:
1. Add a new Annex note A.18.4.4.2 to read as
follows:
A.18.4.4.2 "For example, in critical
care patient areas, it is often desirable to not have an audible fire alarm
even at reduced private mode levels. Another example would be classrooms for
small children in day care or educational occupancies, where verbal
communication is vital between caregivers or teachers and children during
drills or during an actual fire or other emergency condition. Audible alarms
often frighten small children and valuable time may be lost while trying to
calm such children. Also, audible alarms at or near locations, where clear
communications is required, may present a problem. A school office or a
receptionist desk common to various occupancies are examples. An additional
example of where an audible fire alarm could be a problem would be high noise
level work areas where an audible signal needed to overcome background noise at
one time of the day would be excessively loud and potentially dangerous at
another time of lower ambient noise. A sudden increase of more than 30 dB over
0.5 seconds is considered to cause sudden and potentially dangerous fright.
Each case requires individual consideration by the authority having
jurisdiction."
(54)
NFPA 75, 2017 Edition,
Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing
Equipment
Modifications: None
(55)
NFPA 76, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Fire Protection of Telecommunications
Facilities
Modifications: None
(56)
NFPA 77, 2019 Edition,
Recommended Practice on Static Electricity
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1. Add a new subsection 1.1.9 to read as
follows:
1.1.9 "This document is recognized
strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating systems or
devices installed for the purposes of safeguarding life and/or property against
the hazards of static electricity. Recommendations may be based on the document
where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is
not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may
be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of
other adopted codes or standards."
(57)
NFPA 78, 2020 Edition,
Guide on Electrical Inspections
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1. Add a new subsection 1.1.4 to read as
follows:
1.1.4 "This document is recognized
strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating
electrical/electronic equipment, apparatus, or systems of industrial machines
within its scope. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the
form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in
conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted
codes or standards. This standard is not meant to add any requirements not
found in the NEC, nor change the intent of the intent of the requirements found
in the NEC. If any conflict occurs between this standards and the NEC, the NEC
shall control."
(58)
NFPA 79, 2019 Edition,
Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows:
1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating electrical/electronic
equipment, apparatus, or systems of industrial machines within its scope.
Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the
authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone
enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and
in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards.
This standard is not meant to add any requirements not found in the
NEC, nor change the intent of the requirements found in the
NEC. If any conflict occurs between this standards and the
NEC, the NEC shall
control."
(59)
NFPA 80, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives
Modifications: None
(60)
NFPA 80A, 2017 Edition,
Protection of Buildings from Exterior Fire Exposures
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as follows:
1.1.5 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the exterior fire
exposure risks of buildings. Recommendations may be based on the document where
deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in
the form of a stand- alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be
used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other
adopted codes or standards."
(61)
NFPA 82, 2019 Edition,
Standard on Incinerators and Waste and Linen Handling Systems and
Equipment
Modifications: None
(62)
NFPA 85, 2019 Edition,
Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code
Modifications: None
(63)
NFPA 86, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Ovens and Furnaces
Modifications: None
(64)
NFPA 87, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Fluid Heaters
Modifications: None
(65)
NFPA 88A, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Parking Structures
Modifications: None
(66)
NFPA 90A, 2018 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating
Systems
Modifications: None
NOTE: The International Mechanical Code, as
adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), shall be the
applicable code replacing 90A with the exception of its application to
Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing homes, assisted
living homes or other health care type facilities that are regulated by the
federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall comply with the
fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that agency even though
codes and standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically included
herein. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also apply
where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and life
safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules and
regulations. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE in the
International Fire Code adopted by this Chapter
120-3-3.)
(67)
NFPA
90B, 2018 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating
and Air- Conditioning Systems
Modifications: None
NOTE: The International Mechanical Code, as
adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), shall be the
applicable code replacing 90B with the exception of its application to
Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing homes, assisted
living communities or other health care type facilities that are regulated by
the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall comply with
the fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that agency even
though codes and standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically
included herein. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also
apply where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and
life safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules
and regulations. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE in
the International Fire Code adopted by this Chapter
120-3-3.)
(68)
NFPA
91, 2015 Edition, Standard for Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of
Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate Solids
Modifications: None
(69)
NFPA 92, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Smoke Control Systems
Modifications: None
[Note: Also see 909.2.1 (1) of the International Fire
Code]
(70)
NFPA 96, 2017 Edition, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire
Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 1:
1.
Delete subsection 1.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
1.1.3 "This standard shall apply to
all commercial cooking equipment used for commercial cooking operations."
2. Delete subsection
1.1.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
1.1.4 "This standard shall not apply to
residential cooking equipment located in a single dwelling unit or to cooking
equipment in facilities where all of the following are met:
(1) Only residential cooking equipment such
as: stoves, ranges or cooking surfaces traditionally used in dwelling units are
being utilized.
(2) The defined
residential cooking equipment contains a maximum of four standard surface
cooking elements and is not used for frying operations.
(3) The defined residential equipment is used
for food warming, limited cooking, rehabilitation training or in a home
economic education classroom setup.
(4) The residential cooking equipment is
protected by a listed self-contained residential fire suppression system
located in an approved residential hood which is vented directly to the outside
and providing protection to each cooking surface The self-contained fire
suppression system for the defined residential cooking equipment need not be
provided where protection is provided by an approved automatic sprinkler system
protecting the cooking surface, subject to approval of the authority having
jurisdiction. The self-contained residential fire suppression system shall
automatically disconnect electric power to electric stoves, and shut off the
gas supply and electric power to gas fueled stoves, provided, however, this
provision shall not be retroactive for installations approved prior to the
effective adoption date of this standard.
(5) The facility is not an assembly
occupancy, provided, this shall not apply to church facilities with a single
residential stove or range complying with (2) above.
(6) Fire Extinguishers are located in all
kitchen areas in accordance with NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire
Extinguishers, and this Code, as adopted with
modifications."
1. Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as
follows:
1.1.5 "This standard, except for
operational and maintenance provisions, shall not apply for conditions existing
prior to March 9, 2010, subject to the approval of the authority having
jurisdiction, and where a notarized statement that no frying operations will be
performed is provided. This approval shall be void for cause when the authority
having jurisdiction finds cooking operations involve frying operations. (See
also 1.4.1)"
(b)
Modification to Chapter 10:
1. Delete subsection 10.2.6 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
10.2.6 "Automatic fire extinguishing systems
shall be installed by competent personnel meeting Chapter 120-3-23, Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, licensing and permit requirements.
In addition, such systems shall be installed in accordance with the terms of
their listing, the manufacturer's instructions, and the following applicable
standard(s):
(1) NFPA 12, Standard on
Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
(2) NFPA 13, Standard for the
Installation of Sprinkler Systems
(3) NFPA 17, Standard for Dry
Chemical Extinguishing Systems
(4) NFPA 17A, Standard for Wet
Chemical Extinguishing Systems"
2.
Add a New Subsection 10.4.4.1 to
read as follows:
10.4.4.1 Shut off
devices shall be located below any ceiling and be accessible.
(c)
Modification to Chapter 13:
1.
Delete Section 13.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
13.2 "Design Restrictions. All
recirculating systems shall comply with the requirements of Section
13.2. Recirculating systems shall be limited
to outdoor vending areas or rooms that are fully sprinklered."
(d) Add a New Chapter
16:
Chapter 16: Mobile and Temporary Cooking
Operations
16.1
General
Requirements
16.1.1 Annex B shall be
adopted as mandatory requirements for mobile and temporary cooking
operations.
16.1.2 Cooking
equipment used in fixed, mobile, or temporary concessions, such as trucks,
buses, trailers, pavilions, tents or any form of roofed enclosure shall comply
with this chapter.
(71)
NFPA 99, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Health Care Facilities
Modifications: None
NOTE: Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers,
nursing homes, or other health care type facilities that are regulated by the
federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall comply with the
fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that agency even though
codes and standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically included
herein. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also apply
where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and life
safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules and
regulations. (Refer to
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter
120-3-3-.03 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for definitions of "assisted living
communities" and "memory care units. Such facilities are regulated, as
appropriate by Chapters 34 or 35 of the Life Safety Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.)
(72)
NFPA 99B, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Hypobaric Facilities
Modifications: None
(73)
NFPA 101, 2018 Edition,
Life Safety Code
Modifications:
The 2018 Edition of the Life Safety Code is
adopted with modifications so as to be applicable to proposed (new) and
existing buildings and structures. Unless noted otherwise herein, operational
provisions such as fire drills, emergency egress and relocation drills,
development of fire or emergency plans, and regulation of decorations and
contents of building and structures of the various provisions of NFPA 101,
Life Safety Code shall not be applicable to proposed (new) or
existing buildings, structures, facilities, or conditions. The operational
provisions of the International Fire Code (IFC), as adopted by
Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner
shall apply to proposed (new) and existing buildings, structures, facilities,
and conditions, unless such provisions are less protective than or are in
conflict with the rules and regulations of the Centers for Medicare and
Medicaid Services (CMS) as they apply to health care related
occupancies.
(a)
Modifications
to Chapter 1:
1. Delete paragraph (1)
of subsection 1.1.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(1) "General fire prevention or building
construction features are normally a function of fire prevention codes and
building codes. The International Fire Code (IFC), as adopted
by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, and the International Building Code
(IBC), as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community
Affairs, are applicable, and their use along with other codes and standards
shall be coordinated with this Code, as set forth in 1.4.4 and
Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE
2. Add a new subsection 1.4.4 to read as
follows:
1.4.4 "
Code
Coordination. This
Code shall apply to all proposed
(new) and existing buildings, structures and facilities, except as herein
provided, and shall be utilized in conjunction with the
IBC,
the
IFC, the IMC, and the IFGC, to the degree provided in
Table 102.13
CODES REFERENCE GUIDE.
1.4.4.1 This
Code does not
apply to one- and two-family dwellings or one-and two-family row houses
(townhouses) separated by a 2-hour firewall, except as specified in Chapters
26, 30 and 31."
Table 102.13: CODES REFERENCE
GUIDE
|
Area
|
Primary
|
Supplement
|
Occupancy Classification
|
LSC
|
IBC
|
Building Construction Types including allowable
height, allowable building areas, and the requirements for sprinkler protection
related to minimum building construction types.
|
IBC
|
LSC
|
Means of Egress
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Standpipes
|
IBC
|
IFC
|
Interior Finish
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
HVAC Systems
|
IMC
|
NONE
|
Vertical Openings
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Sprinkler Systems minimum
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Fire Alarm Systems
|
LSC
|
NONE
|
Smoke alarms & Smoke Detection Systems
|
State Statute & LSC
|
NONE
|
Cooking Equipment
|
LSC & NFPA 96
|
NONE
|
Portable Fire Extinguishers
|
IFC
|
NONE
|
Fuel Fired Appliances
|
IFGC
|
NFPA 54
|
Liquid Petroleum Gas
|
NFPA 58
|
NFPA 54
|
Compressed Natural Gas
|
NFPA 52
|
NONE
|
(b)
Modification to Chapter 3:
[Note: Refer to
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for modified or
special definitions that apply to this Code, unless otherwise
advised by the various chapters of this
Code.]
(c)
Modification to Chapter 4:
1.
Delete Section 4.7 and 4.8 in their entirety (4.7.1 through 4.8.2.3) and
substitute in their place the following: "SECTION 4.7 Fire Safety and
Evacuation Plans and Emergency Evacuation Drills.
4.7.1
Fire Safety and Evacuation
Plans. Fire safety and evacuation plans shall be developed, made
available, and maintained in various occupancies as required by Section 404 of
the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
4.7.1.1
Resources for Development of
Fire Safety and Evacuation Plans. The provisions of A.4.7, A.4.7.2,
A.4.7.4, A.4.7.6, A.4.8.2.1, and Table A.4.8.2.1(3), and as applicable,
A.12.7.6, A.12.7.7, A.12.7.7.3, A.13.7.6, A.13.7.7, A.14.7.2.1, A.15.7.2.1,
A.16.7.1, A.16.7.2.1, A.17.7.1, A.18.7, A.18.7.2.1, A.19.7, A.19.7.2.1, A.20.7,
A.20.7.2.1, A.21.7, A.21.7.2.1, A.22.7.1.3, A.23.7.1.3, A.28.7.1.1, and
A.29.7.1.1 of this Code shall be deemed acceptable resources
for use in the development of fire safety and evacuation plans required by the
International Fire Code, as set forth by the provisions of 4.7.1 of this
Code.
4.7.2 Emergency Evacuation Drills. Emergency
evacuation drills shall be conducted in various occupancies as required by
Section 405 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
4.7.3
Employee Training and Response
Procedures. Employees in various occupancies shall be trained in fire
emergency procedures and evacuation procedures as required by Section 406 of
the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(d)
Modifications to Chapter 6:
1. Delete subparagraph 6.1.14.4.1 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
6.1.14.4.1 "Where separated occupancies are
provided, each part of the building comprising a distinct occupancy as
described in this chapter, shall be completely separated from other occupancies
by fire resistive assemblies as specified in 6.1.14.4.2, and in Section 508 of
the International Building Code, adopted by the Georgia
Department of Community Affairs, as applicable to "separated occupancies",
unless separation is provided by approved existing separations."
2. Delete subparagraph
6.1.14.4.3 in its entirety without substitution.
3. Delete Table 6.1.14.4.1(a) in its entirety
without substitution.
4. Delete
Table 6.1.14.4.1(b) in its entirety without substitution.
(e)
Modifications to Chapter 7:
1. Add a new item (8) to subparagraph
7.2.1.4.1 to read as follows:
(8) " For
conditions or circumstances not covered herein, vertical fire shutters, roll
down fire doors, or similar assemblies shall not be installed in means of
egress, except where expressly permitted due to special hazards or
circumstances by other chapters of this Code, or by approval
of the Office of the State Fire Marshal for buildings coming under O.C.G.A.
25-2-13, or by the fire authority
having jurisdiction over other buildings."
2. Add a new subparagraph 7.2.1.8.2.1 to read
as follows:
7.2.1.8.2.1 "Where fire doors are
used within the means of egress, they shall comply with the applicable
provisions of 7.2.1. Spring loaded hinges or spring operated self-closing
devices not listed for use with rated fire door assemblies are prohibited for
use as closing devices for fire rated doors.
7.2.1.8.2.1.1 Existing applications utilizing
spring loaded hinges in existing buildings may be continued in use where
acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.
7.2.1.8.2.1.2 Spring loaded hinges or spring
operated self-closing devices shall not be permitted for use on fire-rated
smoke doors, provided, however, spring loaded hinges may be used on non-rated
doors designed and installed to resist the passage of smoke, unless otherwise
specified in Chapters 11 through 43.
7.2.1.8.2.1.3 Existing installations in
existing buildings of spring loaded hinges on fire-rated smoke doors may be
continued in use where acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction."
3. 3. Revise
7.2.2.2.1.1 (1) to read as follows.
(1) New
stairs shall be in accordance with Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a) and 7.2.2.2.1.2 and the
following shall apply:
(a) Risers shall be
solid
4. Revise
7.2.2.2.1.1 (3) to read as follows.
(3)
Approved existing stairs shall be permitted to be rebuilt in accordance with
the following:
(a) Dimensional criteria of
table 7.2.2.2.1.1 (b)
(b) Other
stair requirements of 7.2.2
(c)
Risers shall be solid
5. Add a new subparagraph 7.2.3.10.3 to read
as follows:
7.2.3.10.3 "Deactivation of
Mechanical Pressurization Systems. The design of pressurization systems
shall ensure that smoke is not introduced into the pressurized enclosure so as
to result in the untenable contamination of the fresh air. Approved smoke
detectors shall be installed at each intake in such approved manner that the
operation of the fan providing mechanical pressurization to the enclosure where
smoke is detected shall be deactivated upon detection of smoke."
6. Add a new paragraph
7.3.1.2.1 to read as follows:
7.3.1.2.1 "Where
substantial evidence and documentation is provided, the authority having
jurisdiction may decrease the occupant load for some occupancy use areas. The
determined occupant load capacity shall be posted at an obvious location
indicating the total occupant load capacity."
7. Add to Table 7.3.1.2 entitled "Occupant
Load Factor" the additional use areas to read as follows:
"Locker Rooms
|
15
|
(1.4)
|
Free Weight Rooms
|
20
|
(1.9)
|
Running Tracks
|
50
|
(4.7)
|
Art Museums
|
30
|
(2.8)
|
Pool Halls
|
75
|
(6.9)
|
Multi-Purpose room
|
7
|
(0.65)
|
Airport terminals:
|
Concourse
|
100
|
(9.3)
|
Waiting area
|
15
|
(1.4)
|
Baggage Claim
|
20
|
(1.9)
|
Baggage Handling
|
300
|
(27.9)"
|
8.
Add a new subparagraph 7.4.1.1.1 to read as follows:
7.4.1.1.1 "Egress stairways from mezzanines
shall conform to the requirements of Chapter 7 of this
Code.
They may be open to the floor of the room in which they are located provided
all of the following conditions are met:
(1)
The space beneath the mezzanine is totally open and unencumbered by partitioned
rooms or spaces. The space beneath the mezzanine may be enclosed provided the
enclosed space is protected throughout with a smoke detection system installed
in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling
Code, which sounds an alarm in the mezzanine.
(2) The travel distance from the most remote
point on the floor of the mezzanine to the building exit or to a protected
egress corridor, exit court, horizontal passageway, enclosed stair, or exterior
exit balcony does not exceed the travel distance limitations of Chapters 11
through 42.
(3) The occupant load
of the mezzanine is added to the occupant load of the story or room in which it
is located for the purposes of determining the minimum egress
requirements.
(4) The mezzanine in
not occupied for sleeping purposes unless there are exterior windows accessible
to the mezzanine and located not more than two stories above grade."
9. Add a new paragraph
7.7.1.5 to subsection 7.7.1 to read as follows:
7.7.1.5 "Where the exit discharge termination
cannot be at a public way, or the authority having jurisdiction determines it
to be a significant hardship to provide the termination at a public way, the
authority having jurisdiction may approve the exit discharge termination to be
a safe dispersal area that complies with the following:
(1) The area shall be of an area that
accommodates at the least 5 square feet (0.46 mยฒ) for each person
calculated to be served by the exit(s) for which the dispersal area is
provided.
(2) The dispersal area
shall be located on the same lot at least 50 feet (15240 mm) away from the
building requiring egress. A greater distance may be required by the authority
having jurisdiction based on the evaluated fire severity or other risk from the
building requiring egress.)
(3) The
area shall be clearly identified and permanently maintained as a safe dispersal
area.
(4) The area shall be
provided with a clearly identified and unobstructed exit discharge route, and
comply with the applicable provisions of 7.1.6 of this
Code.
(5) The exit
discharge route and the dispersal area shall be illuminated by normal and
emergency lighting, where the building requiring egress is occupied during
periods of darkness."
10. Add a new subsection 7.7.7 to read as
follows:
7.7.7 "Discharge from exits into
fenced or walled courtyards or yards.
7.7.7.1
For occupancies covered by Chapters 14, 15, 16, 17, 32 and 33, exits shall be
permitted to discharge into fenced or walled courtyards or yards, provided the
courtyard or yard is provided with a gate at least 32 inches (0.81 m) in clear
width. Where the population served exceeds 50, two gates shall be provided.
There shall be adequate exit capacity provided for the population served. The
requirements of 7.4.1.2 shall apply. Gates are permitted to be locked if
adequate provisions are made for the rapid removal of occupants by means such
as remote control of locks, keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all
times, or other such reliable means available to the staff at all times that is
approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Only one locking device shall be
permitted on each gate.
7.7.7.2 The
provisions of 7.7.7.1 shall not be construed as prohibiting the use of fenced
or walled courtyards as components of the discharge of exits as set forth in
Chapters 22 and 23.
7.7.7.3 The
provisions of 7.7.7.1 may be applied, as approved by the authority having
jurisdiction, to an "Assisted Living Community" or "Memory Care Unit" as
defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
7.7.7.4 The provisions of various occupancy
chapters dealing with a "lock-up", as defined in 3.3.164, shall not be
construed as applying to the exit discharge provisions of 7.7.7.1, provided,
however, exits from approved lock-ups may discharge into fenced or walled areas
complying with the provisions of Chapter 22 or 23 as may be applicable, and as
approved by the authority having
jurisdiction."
(f)
Modification to Chapter 8:
1. Delete paragraph 8.2.1.2* in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
8.2.1.2 "*The International Building
Code (IBC) as adopted by the Department of Community
Affairs (DCA) shall be used to determine the requirements for the construction
classification."
2. Add a
new subparagraph 8.2.1.2.1 and Table 8.2.1.2.1 to read as follows:
8.2.1.2.1 "
Construction Conversion
Table. The table noted herein provides a comparison of acceptable
construction types as defined in NFPA Standard 220 and the
International Building Code (
IBC)."
Table 8.2.1.2.1 Conversion Table for the IBC
and NFPA 220 Construction Types
|
NF PA 220
|
Type I (443)
|
Type I (332)
|
Type II
(222)
|
Type II
(111)
|
Type II
(000)
|
Type III
(211)
|
Type III
(200)
|
Type IV
(2 HH)
|
Type V
(111)
|
Type V
(000)
|
IBC
|
---
|
IA
|
IB
|
IIA
|
IIB
|
IIIA
|
IIIB
|
IV
|
VA
|
VB
|
3. Add a new to sub-paragraph 8.2.2.2.1 to
read as follows:
8.2.2.2.1 "Fire
barriers/walls required for tenant separation by the IBC may
terminate at exit access corridors with a lower fire rating including a
non-rated smoke resistive barrier, if such barriers are allowed by the
requirements for the protection rating of exit access corridors."
4. Delete paragraph
8.2.2.5 and replace with a new paragraph 8.2.2.5
8.2.2.5
Fire and/or Smoke Barrier
Identification. All fire and/or smoke barriers or walls shall be
effectively and permanently identified with signs or stenciling above a
decorative ceiling and/or in concealed spaces with letters a minimum of 2
inches (51 mm) high on a contrasting background spaced a maximum of 12 feet
(3.7 m) on center with a minimum of one per wall or barrier. The hourly rating
shall be included on all rated barriers or walls. Wording shall be similar to
the following: '(4)' Hour Fire and Smoke Barrier-Protect All Openings. Where
signs are utilized, they shall be designed and installed to resist peeling of
detaching from the barrier. Other methods acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction shall be deemed approved.
8.2.2.5.1 Existing stenciling, acceptable to
the authority having jurisdiction, shall be permitted to remain in use.
Existing signs that are not peeling or detaching from the barrier shall be
permitted to remain in use, subject to the approval of the authority having
jurisdiction.
5. Add a new paragraph 8.3.1.2.1 to read
follows:
8.3.1.2.1 2-hour fire barriers shall
occur at the junction of new and existing construction when the existing
construction does not meet the minimum requirements of the code for existing
facilities. Such barriers shall not be extended into the new construction.
6. Add a new 8.3.3.6.12
to read as follows:
8.3.3.6.12 Tested and
listed fire-rated glazing material installed in separately tested fire-rated
frame assemblies not tested in a single unit with fire-rated glazing material
may be permitted to be used subject to approval of the authority having
jurisdiction in fire-rated barriers that are not part of an exit enclosure or
enclosures around unsprinklered hazardous areas not containing flammable
liquids or gases, combustible liquids, or other materials having the potential
for rapid oxidation or explosion potential.
7. Delete 8.7.3.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
8.7.3.1
The use, handling and storage of flammable or combustible liquids, flammable
gases, or other materials deemed hazardous to the safety of life shall be in
accordance with the applicable provisions of the International Fire
Code (IFC), as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3, of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, or in accordance with the
applicable codes or standards adopted by other Chapters of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire
(g)
Modification to Chapter 9:
1. Delete 9.1.1 in its entirety and insert in
its place the following:
9.1.1 "Gas. Equipment
using gas and related gas piping shall be in accordance with the
International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas
Code, or NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, as may be
applicable and as adopted by the applicable Chapters of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (Refer to Table 1.4.4, CODES
REFERENCE GUIDE. Existing installations, subject to approval of the
authority having jurisdiction, shall be permitted to be continued in service."
2. Add a new paragraph
9.1.1.1 to read as follows:
9.1.1.1 Where fuel
gases are used in new buildings and facilities in Chapters 12, 14, 16, 18, 20,
22, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40 and 42 fuel gases detection and warning
equipment shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 715 Standard for
the Installation of Fuel Gases Detection and Warning Equipment as
adopted in Rules and Regulations of the safety Fire Commissioner Chapter
120-3-3.
3. Add a new
paragraph 9.1.1.2 to read as follows:
9.1.1.2
Where fuel gas equipment is replaced or installed new in existing buildings and
facilities in Chapters 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 26, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39, 40
and 42 fuel gases detection and warning equipment shall be installed in
accordance with NFPA 715 Standard for the Installation of Fuel Gases
Detection and Warning Equipment as adopted in Rules and Regulations of
the safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3.
4. Delete 9.2.1 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
9.2.1
"Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilating, Ductwork, and Related Equipment. Air
conditioning, heating, ventilating ductwork, and related equipment shall be in
accordance with the International Mechanical Code (IMC), as
adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. (Refer to Table
1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE)"
5. Delete section 9.3 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
9.3.1
"*General. Smoke control systems, where required or permitted by
Chapters 11 through 42, shall be designed, installed, tested, and maintained in
conformance with Section 909 of the International Fire Code
(IFC), as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner."
6. Add a new subsection 9.3.2 to read as
follows:
9.3.2 "Detention, holding or
processing cell(s) which are used for the containment of an individual for not
more than two hours in a 12-hour period shall not be required to be provided
with vent openings, smoke shafts, or an engineered smoke control system to
provide ventilation provided each cell is monitored by closed circuit
television or dedicated personnel located outside the holding area and which
have visual supervision of the cell(s)."
7. Delete subsection 9.4.2.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
9.4.2.1 "New elevators, escalators,
dumbwaiters, and moving walks shall be installed in accordance with the
requirements of ANSI/ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators. The
elevator lobby of the designated floor and the alternate floor specified by
Rule 211.3(a), and determined by the Fire Chief of the fire department having
emergency response jurisdiction, shall be separated from the remainder of the
building by 1-hour fire-rated construction. In buildings equipped with
automatic sprinkler protection, smoke partitions in accordance with Section 8.4
may be used in lieu of 1-hour fire rated construction. Except health care
occupancies as approved by the AHJ, openings in the elevator lobby shall be
limited to those required for access to the elevators from exit access
corridors or exits only. Elevator lobbies may be used as part of the means of
egress from the building.
Exception No. 1: Elevator lobbies are not required
within an atrium.
Exception No. 2: Elevator lobbies are not required
where elevators are installed on open exterior walls.
Exception No. 3: Elevator lobbies are not required
where elevators are installed in open air parking structures.
Exception No 4: Elevator lobbies are not required in
buildings three stories or less with vertical openings protected in accordance
with the applicable occupancy chapter.
Exception No 5: Elevator lobbies are not required in
mercantile occupancies that have properly protected openings for escalators or
stairs.
Exception No 6: Existing installations acceptable to
the authority having jurisdiction."
8. Add a new subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.1 to
read as follows:
9.6.2.10.8.1 "Existing
battery-powered smoke alarms as permitted by other sections of this
Code shall be permitted to remain in use provided the
following criteria are met:
1. The device is
no older than 10 years of the manufactures date on the device; and,
2. The device is installed in a facility that
was legally permitted before July 1, 1987, as a residential occupancy;
and,
3. The facility has
demonstrated to the authority having jurisdiction that the testing,
maintenance, and battery replacement program will ensure reliability of power
to the smoke alarms,
9. Add a new subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.2 to
read as follows:
9.6.2.10.8.2 "Existing
battery-powered smoke alarms as permitted by other sections of this
Code and which meet the provisions of subparagraph
9.6.2.10.8.1 shall be replaced with smoke alarms whose device housing is tamper
resistant and is powered by a non-replaceable, non-removable energy source
capable of powering the alarm for a minimum of ten years from the manufacture's
date on the device when any of the following apply:
1. The device is replaced for any reason;
or,
2. The provisions of
subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.1 or not met; or,
3. There is no manufactures date that exist
on the device; or,
4. The device
does not meet all of the provisions of subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.1.
10. Delete 9.6.3.6.3 and
its place substitute the following:
9.6.3.6.3
"*Where occupants are incapable of evacuating themselves because of age,
dependence on verbal communication with caregivers, physical or mental
disabilities, or physical restraint, the private operating mode as described in
NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, shall be
permitted to be used. Only attendants, caregivers, and other personnel that are
required to relocate or assist in the relocation occupants from a zone, area,
floor, or building shall be required to be notified. The notification shall
include means to readily identify the zone, area, floor, or building in need of
evacuation. Where approved by the authority having jurisdiction, the
requirements for audible signaling shall be permitted to be further reduced or
eliminated when visible signaling is provided in accordance with NFPA 72.
11. Add an Annex Note to
9.6.3.6.3 to read as follows:
A.9.6.3.6.3 "For
example, in critical care patient areas, it is often desirable to not have an
audible fire alarm even at reduced private mode levels. Another example would
be classrooms for small children in day care or educational occupancies, where
verbal communication is vital between caregivers or teachers and children
during drills or during an actual fire or other emergency condition. Audible
alarms often frighten small children and valuable time may be lost while trying
to calm such children. Also, audible alarms at or near locations where clear
communications is required may present a problem. A school office or a
receptionist desk common to various occupancies are examples. An additional
example of where an audible fire alarm could be a problem would be high noise
level work areas where an audible signal needed to overcome background noise at
one time of the day would be excessively loud and potentially dangerous at
another time of lower ambient noise. A sudden increase of more than 30 dB over
0.5 seconds is considered to cause sudden and potentially dangerous fright.
Each case requires individual consideration by the authority having
jurisdiction."
12. Add a
new subparagraph 9.7.1.1.1 to read as follows:
9.7.1.1.1 "NFPA 13R,
Standard for the
Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and
Including Four Stories in Heights, shall be permitted for use as
specifically referenced in Chapters 24 through 33 of this
Code. This standard shall also be permitted for the design and
installation of automatic sprinkler systems in personal care homes, community
living arrangements, day-care centers, and day-care homes in buildings up to
and including four stories. When a single-story open-air parking structure of
fire- restrictive construction is below a four-story residential occupancy the
structure is considered within this scope. NFPA 13R automatic sprinkler systems
shall not be permitted in assisted living communities or memory care units, as
defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, unless authorized by
the State Fire Marshal's Office."
13. Add a new subparagraph 9.7.2.1.3
9.7.2.1.3 Where approved by the authority
having jurisdiction valves on the exterior of buildings are permitted to be
supervised by one of the following methods:
(1) Valves locked in the correct position and
inspected weekly as part of an approved procedure.
(2) Valves located in a fenced enclosure
under the control of the owner, sealed in the open position, and inspected
weekly as part of an approved procedure.
9.7.2.1.3.1 Records shall be made for all
inspections required by 9.7.2.1.3 (1) and (2) and shall be made available to
the authority having jurisdiction upon request. These records shall be
maintained for a period of 3 years.
9.7.2.1.3.2 The valve supervision methods
described in 9.7.3.1.3 shall not apply to hospitals, hospices, ambulatory
surgical centers, nursing homes, assisted living communities, assisted living
homes, memory care units or other health care type occupancies or facilities
that are regulated by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
(CMS).
14.
Delete paragraph 9.9* in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
9.9 "*Portable fire extinguishers
shall be installed in all buildings, structures and facilities as set forth in
this Code and as established in 906.1 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (Refer to Table
1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE)
15. Delete paragraph 9.10 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
9.10
"Where required by either the provisions of another section of this
Code, the International Building Code
(IBC) as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the
International Fire Code (IFC) as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, standpipe and hose
systems shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 14, Standard for the
Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems. Where standpipe and hose systems
are installed in combination with automatic sprinkler systems, installation
shall be in accordance with the appropriate provisions established by NFPA 13,
Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, and NFPA
14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems."
(h)
Modifications to Chapter 10:
1.
Delete SECTION 10.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
SECTION 10.3 "Decorations and
Furnishings.
10.3.1 The use of
decorative materials (vegetative and non-vegetative), as defined in Chapter 2
of the International Fire Code, and furnishings in proposed
(new) and existing buildings shall be regulated as set forth by Sections 805,
806, 807, and 808 of the International Fire Code (IFC), as
adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(i)
Modifications to Chapter 11:
1. Delete subsection 11.1.6 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
11.1.6 "Minimum Construction
requirements. The minimum construction requirements for the location of
occupants of health care and ambulatory health care occupancies shall be as
specified in accordance with the applicable occupancy chapter."
2. Delete paragraph
11.3.3.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
11.3.3.5 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
enclosed and normally occupied towers in accordance with 9.9 of this
Code."
3. Add a new item (4) to paragraph 11.7.3.4
to read follows:
(4) "This requirement shall
not apply to existing windowless or underground structures, excluding Chapter
15, with an occupant load of 100 or fewer persons in the windowless or
underground portions of the structure."
4. Delete subsection 11.8.2.3 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
11.8.2.3 "Smoke Proof
Enclosures. High-rise buildings shall be provided with smoke proof exit
enclosures in accordance with 7.2.3."
5. Add a new paragraph 11.8.3.3 to read as
follows:
11.8.3.3 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
high- rise buildings in accordance with 9.9."
6. Add a new subsection 11.9.6 to read as
follows: "11.9.6 Extinguishing Equipment:
11.9.6.1
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
permanent membrane structures in accordance with 9.9."
7. Delete subsection 11.10.3 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following: "11.10.3 Extinguishing Equipment.
11.10.3.1
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
temporary membrane structures in accordance with 9.9."
8. Delete subsection 11.11 Tents and all
subsections thereunder in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
11.11.5.1
Tents.
Tents shall comply with all applicable requirements of Chapter 31 of the
International Fire Code as adopted in the Rules and Regulations of the Safety
Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3."
(j)
Modification to Chapter 12:
1. Add a new subparagraph 12.1.1.2.1 to read
as follows:
12.1.1.2.1 "Pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(1)(F),
(G) and G.1) and 25-2-14(c), "Racetracks,
stadiums, grandstands, theaters, auditoriums, restaurants, bars, lounges,
nightclubs, dance halls, recreation halls and other places of public assembly
having an occupant load of 300 or more, except that the occupant load shall be
100 or more persons where alcoholic beverages are served, shall have a
certificate of occupancy issued by the appropriate authority having
jurisdiction. For churches the occupant load requirement is 500 or more persons
in a common area or having an occupant load greater than 1,000 persons based on
the total occupant load of the building or structure."
2. Reserved.
3. Add a new paragraph 12.3.5.5 to read as
follows:
12.3.5.5 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
assembly occupancies in accordance with 9.9"
4. Add a note following Table 12.4.2.3 to
read as follows:
"Note: See 12.4.2.6 for factors A, B and C in
Tables 12.4.2.3 and 12.4.2.4.".
5. Delete paragraph 12.4.6.11 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
12.4.6.11 "Scenery, Decorations, and
Furnishings. Combustible decorations and scenery of cloth, film, foam
plastic, vegetation, and similar materials shall meet the applicable provisions
of 805, 806, 807, and 808 of the International Fire Code
(IFC), as set forth in SECTION
10-3 of this Code. Scenery and
stage properties not separated from the audience by proscenium openings shall
be either noncombustible or limited-combustible."
6. Add a new subparagraph 12.4.8.9 to read as
follows:
12.4.8.9 "Special amusement buildings
not open to the public in excess of 45 days in a twelve month period shall be
permitted, provided all of the following conditions are met:
1. Portable fire extinguishers with a minimum
of a 2A:10B:C rating are placed within 25 feet of each activity or viewing
station, so as to be readily accessible and visible to staff;
2. A smoke detection system is placed
throughout the facility with a smoke detector located at each activity or
viewing station and located throughout corridors and halls not to exceed a
spacing more than 15 feet (4.6 m) from a wall or more than 30 feet (9.1 m) on
center. Where there is no ceiling or cover over activity or viewing stations,
or over exit access routes, other than the standard ceiling, smoke detectors
shall be placed so that their area of coverage does not exceed the approval
listing of the detectors;
3.
Emergency lighting shall be provided which will cause illumination of the means
of egress upon loss of power to lighting circuits for the means of egress
routes serving the special amusement building. In addition, all staff shall be
provided with flashlights;
4.
Personnel dedicated for the sole purpose of performing fire watch duties as
defined in Chapter 2 of the International Fire Code and as be
deemed necessary for specific circumstances by the authority having
jurisdiction, shall be provided in such numbers to ensure the entire special
amusement space is surveyed at least every 30 minutes starting 30 minutes prior
to public occupancy. Such personnel shall be provided with a direct
communication device for communication with all viewing or activity stations
throughout the facility. In addition such personnel shall be provided with
appropriate training for the operation of portable fire extinguishing
equipment;
5. Communication to the
responding fire department or emergency dispatch center is available from the
facility (a regular telephone or at least two cell phones are
acceptable);
6.
"NO
SMOKING" signs shall be posted at entrances to the building. Receptacles
for the discard of smoking material shall be located a minimum of 15 feet (9.1
m) from the structure and shall be clearly identified by applicable signage;
7. Documentation of fire watch
tours required by item 4 above is maintained. The documentation, at the
minimum, shall note the time when the tour was conducted the name of personnel
conducting the tour, and information about any hazards identified and actions
taken to remove such hazards. Such documentation shall be readily available to
the code official upon request.
8.
Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2 shall be
Class A throughout."
7. Delete subsection 12.7.3 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
12.7.3 "
Open Flame and
Pyrotechnics. No open flame devices or pyrotechnic devices shall be used
in any assembly occupancy, unless otherwise provided by 12.7.3.1 through
12.7.3.4.
12.7.3.1 As set forth in the
exceptions to 308.3 of the IFC, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3
of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
12.7.3.2 This requirement shall not apply to
heat-producing equipment complying with 9.2.2.
12.7.3.3 This requirement shall not apply to
food service operations in accordance with 13.7.1.
12.7.3.4 Gas lights shall be permitted to be
used, provided that precautions subject to the approval of the authority having
jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any combustible
materials."
8.
Delete subsection 12.7.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
12.7.4 "Scenery,
Decorations, and Furnishings. Combustible decorations, curtains,
draperies, similar furnishings, and scenery of cloth, film, foam plastic,
vegetation, and similar materials shall meet the applicable provisions of 805,
806, 807, and 808 of the International Fire Code (IFC), as set
forth in SECTION
10-3 of this
Code. The authority having jurisdiction shall impose
additional controls, as he or she deems necessary, on the quantity and
arrangement of combustible contents in assembly occupancies to provide an
adequate level of safety to life from fire. (Refer to the definition for
"decorative materials" in Chapter 2 of the International Fire
Code."
9. Delete
section 12.7.5.4 and subsections 12.7.5.4.1 through 12.7.5.4.4 and substitute
in its place the following:
" 12.7.5.4
Vehicles. Vehicles on display indoors or within an exhibition
facility shall comply with 2018 International Fire Code Section 314.4 as
adopted in rules and regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter
120-3-3.?
10. Delete
subsection 12.7.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
12.7.6 "Crowd Managers. Crowd
managers shall be provided as required by 403.12.3 of the IFC,
as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
11. Delete
subsection 12.7.13 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
12.7.13 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Assembly occupancies (Group A) shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(k)
Modification to Chapter 13:
1. Add a new subparagraph 13.3.5.1.1 to read
as follows:
13.3.5.1.1 "The provisions of
13.3.5.1 shall not apply to locations that were approved for occupancy prior to
the adoption of the 2012 edition of the Life Safety Code, as
adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, adopted 1/1/2014, and provided the conditions approved have not
been modified without subsequent required review and approval by the authority
having jurisdiction, and provided the provisions of 13.1.1.4 and 13.1.1.5 of
this Code, as applicable, and the provisions of Section 103 of
the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and as applicable to existing
buildings are met."
2.
Add a new paragraph 13.3.5.5 to read as follows:
13.3.5.5 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
assembly occupancies in accordance with 9.9."
3. Add a note following Table 13.4.2.3 to
read as follows:
"Note: See 12.4.2.6 for factors A, B and C in
Tables 13.4.2.3 and 13.4.2.4.1."
4. Add a new paragraph 13.4.8.9 to read as
follows:
13.4.8.9 "Special amusement buildings
not open to the public in excess of 45 days in a twelve month period shall be
permitted, provided all of the following conditions are met:
1. Portable fire extinguishers with a minimum
of a 2A:10B:C rating are placed within 25 feet of each activity or viewing
station, so as to be readily accessible and visible to staff;
2. A smoke detection system is placed
throughout the facility with a smoke detector located at each activity or
viewing station and located throughout corridors and halls not to exceed a
spacing more than 15 feet (4.6 m) from a wall or more than 30 feet (9.1 m) on
center. Where there is no ceiling or cover over activity or viewing stations,
or over exit access routes, other than the standard ceiling, smoke detectors
shall be placed so that their area of coverage does not exceed the approval
listing of the detectors;
3.
Emergency lighting shall be provided which will cause illumination of the means
of egress upon loss of power to lighting circuits for the means of egress
routes serving the special amusement building. In addition, all staff shall be
provided with flashlights;
4.
Personnel dedicated for the sole purpose of performing fire watch duties as
defined in Chapter 2 of the International Fire Code and as be
deemed necessary for specific circumstances by the authority having
jurisdiction, shall be provided in such numbers to ensure the entire special
amusement space is surveyed at least every 30 minutes starting 30 minutes prior
to public occupancy. Such personnel shall be provided with a direct
communication device for communication with all viewing or activity stations
throughout the facility. In addition such personnel shall be provided with
appropriate training for the operation of portable fire extinguishing
equipment;
5. Communication to the
responding fire department or emergency dispatch center is available from the
facility (a regular telephone or at least two cell phones are
acceptable);
6.
"NO
SMOKING" signs shall be posted at entrances to the building. Receptacles
for the discard of smoking material shall be located a minimum of 15 feet (9.1
m) from the structure and shall be clearly identified by applicable signage;
7. Documentation of fire watch
tours required by item 4 above is maintained. The documentation, at the
minimum, shall note the time when the tour was conducted the name of personnel
conducting the tour, and information about any hazards identified and actions
taken to remove such hazards. Such documentation shall be readily available to
the code official upon request.
8.
Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2 shall be
Class A throughout."
5. Delete subsection 13.7.3 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
13.7.3 "
Open Flame and
Pyrotechnics. No open flame devices or pyrotechnic devices shall be used
in any assembly occupancy.
13.7.3.1 This
requirement shall not apply as set forth in the exceptions to 308.3.1 of the
International Fire Code (IFC), as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3
of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
13.7.3.2 This requirement shall not apply to
heat-producing equipment complying with 9.2.2.
13.7.3.3 This requirement shall not apply to
food service operations in accordance with 13.7.2.
13.7.3.4 Gas lights shall be permitted to be
used, provided that precautions subject to the approval of the authority having
jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any combustible materials."
6. Delete
section 13.7.5.4 and subsections 13.7.5.4.1 through 13.7.5.4.4 and substitute
in its place the following:
" 13.7.5.4
Vehicle. Vehicles on display indoors or within an exhibition facility shall
comply with 2018 International Fire Code Section 314.4 as adopted in rules and
regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3."
7. Delete subsection
13.7.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
13.7.6 "Crowd Managers. Crowd
managers shall be provided as required by 403.12.3 of the IFC,
as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
8. Delete
subsection 13.7.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
13.7.7 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Assembly occupancies (Group A) shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(l)
Modifications to Chapter 14:
1. Add a new paragraph 14.1.1.6 to read as
follows:
14.1.1.6 "
Mobile/Portable
Classrooms. Each mobile/portable classroom shall not be occupied until
the required Certificate of Occupancy has been authorized by the State Fire
Marshal's Office, the proper local fire marshal, state inspector, or others
authorized by O.C.G.A. Section
25-2-12."
(a). For the purposes of this code the term
mobile/portable classroom shall also include relocatable
buildings.
2.
Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.6.1 to read as follows:
14.1.1.6.1 "
Classification.
Mobile/portable classroom structures, as defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner shall also be
classified as Group E - Educational occupancies and shall comply with the
provisions of this section and other sections applicable to Group E -
Educational occupancies, except as may be provided otherwise elsewhere in this
Code or in Chapter 120-3-3, of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner.
3. Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.6.2 to read
as follows:
14.1.1.6.2 "Plans and
specifications for proposed (new) mobile/portable classrooms shall be submitted
to and receive approval by either the State Fire Marshal's Office, the proper
local fire marshal, state inspector, or others authorized by O.C.G.A.
25-2-12 prior to construction. A
Georgia registered architect or engineer must place his or her seal on the
plans submitted. Submitted plans must include a site plan that is drawn to
scale and showing clearances from other mobile/portable classroom structures
and other structures. Such site plan shall also show the exit discharge
route(s) to a public way in accordance with this Code, or
where such is not possible, to an approved area of refuge."
4. Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.6.3 to read
as follows:
14.1.1.6.3 "Proposed (new)
mobile/portable classrooms shall comply with the various provisions of this
Code applying to classrooms in educational occupancies (Group
E - Educational), unless otherwise specified."
5. Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.5.4 to read
as follows:
14.1.1.6.4 "Locating
Mobile/Portable Classroom Structures. Mobile/portable classrooms shall not be
installed within 30 feet (9.1 m) of any exposed building or structure, or
within 30 feet (9.1 m) of another exposed mobile/portable classroom unit. The
mobile/portable classroom unit shall not be connected to any other unit, or to
other buildings or structures by a canopy of combustible construction. The
distance between a mobile/portable classroom unit and an exposed building or
structure, that is totally protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system,
may be reduced to 10 feet (3.05 m), provided, the exposed exterior wall is of
noncombustible construction, and there are no windows or doors in the exposed
wall of the building within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the mobile/portable classroom
unit. The distance may be reduced to 0 feet if the exposed wall is of
noncombustible construction having a certified fire resistance rating of at
least 2-hours and without openings within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the exposing
mobile/portable classroom unit."
6. Add a new paragraph 14.2.1.4.1, to read as
follows:
14.2.1.4.1 "The provisions of
14.2.1.2 and 14.2.1.3 shall not apply to educational facilities that meet the
requirements of 16.1.6."
7. Add a new subparagraph 14.2.2.2.2.1 to
read as follows:
14.2.2.2.2.1 "Doors serving
as exits from mobile/portable classrooms shall not be less than 32 inches (0.91
m) in clear width, swing outward with exit travel onto landings at least 4 feet
by 4 feet (1.2 m by 1.2 m), and have steps and/or ramps complying with
applicable provisions of this Code. This includes guardrails
and graspable handrails. Steps and ramps serving fewer than 50 persons may be
36 inches (0.91m) in clear width."
8. Add a new paragraph (5) to 14.2.11.1.1 1
to read as follows:
(5) "Windows may open
onto a court or an enclosed court provided all of the following criteria are
met:
(a) The court shall be of sufficient
width such that persons exiting through the courtyard will be at a minimum
dimension not less than 10 feet (3 m) from any portion of the building that
could present an exposure condition to a fire.
(b) The court has exits directly to the
exterior of the building through an exit passageway that is separated out from
all other parts of the building by 2-hour fire-rated construction. No space
other than exit corridors protected by 'B' labeled 11/2-hour fire doors,
whether normally occupied or not, shall open onto this required exit
passageway.
(c) The exit capacity
for the exit passageway shall be of sufficient width for the corridors
connected to it as well as the enclosed court calculated at 15 square feet (1.4
sq. m) per person or minimum number of students subject to exiting into the
court, whichever is the greater of the two.
(d) The travel distance from any point in a
connecting classroom to the exterior of the building through the exit
passageway shall not exceed 150 feet (45.7 m).
(e) The court is provided with emergency
lighting to direct occupants to the exit(s) in accordance with Section
5.9.
(f) The exit(s) from the court
is/are clearly marked in accordance with Section 7.10."
9. Add a new paragraph 14.2.11.4
to read as follows:
14.2.11.4 "
School
Hallway Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD). The installation
of a School Hallway Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD) shall be
permitted in educational occupancies provided all of the following criteria are
met:
(1) Activation shall be by means of
depressing a panic button or pull station marked for emergency SHIELD available
to school administration at a central location. Additional activation may be by
telephone code.
(2) System
activation shall automatically contact law enforcement authorities upon
activation.
(3) Cross corridor
doors may be provided with magnetic hold open devices to release upon
activation of the system.
(4) Upon
activation of the system, cross corridor doors shall be permitted to be kept in
the closed position with magnetic locks.
(5) System hardware shall be provided with
emergency power or battery back-up in event of loss of power.
(6) Smoke detectors shall be provided within
15 feet of cross corridor doors on the classroom egress side for each corridor
zone and be identified distinctly from other required detectors. Such detectors
upon activation by smoke shall release door mag locks for the locked zone to
freely open. Detectors are not required to be interconnected into the
building's fire alarm system.
(7)
Card readers with keypad shall be installed on the ingress side of the doors
requiring a PIN code and card swipe to deactivate for the activated corridor
zone.
(8) Keypad shall be installed
on the egress side of the doors only requiring a PIN code for deactivation of
the door mag locks for the activated corridor zone.
(9) A blue light strobe and siren, distinct
from that of the fire alarm may be provided to deter intruders.
(10) Staff shall be adequately trained on the
intent and operation of the system with the conduction of mock
drills.
14.2.11.4.1
(SHIELD)
Activation. The SHIELD system shall only be activated in the following
(1) The event of intrusion or active shooter
upon school premises.
(2) For the
purposes of testing the system.
(3)
For the purposes of conducting drills related to the intrusion or active
shooter upon school premises."
10. Delete subparagraph 14.3.2.1(1)(a) in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(a) "Boiler and furnace rooms, unless such
rooms enclose only air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or
other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000
Btu. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. In addition, a
minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) shall be provided and maintained to equipment and
electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response
purposes."
11. Delete the
term "Laundries" from 14.3.2.1(2)(a) and substitute in its place the following:
(a) "Laundry areas utilizing commercial
equipment, multiple residential appliances, or exceeding 100 square feet (9.3
sq. m)."
12. Add a new
subparagraph 14.3.2.2.1 to read as follows:
14.3.2.2.1 "Residential type cooking
equipment. Residential type cooking equipment located in food preparation areas
of home economic labs may be protected by a listed self-contained residential
fire suppression systems located in a residential hood over each cooking
surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside of the building.
The fire suppression system shall automatically disconnect electric power to
electric stoves or shut off the gas supply to gas fueled stoves. Food
preparation areas located in home economics labs need not be so protected where
located in a fully sprinklered building or where protection is provided in
accordance with 9.7.1.2, provided, however, the exhaust hood shall still be
required to be vented to the outside of the building."
13. Add a new subparagraph 14.3.4.2.3.3 to
read as follows:
14.3.4.2.3.3 "Manual fire
alarm boxes may be located in rooms which open directly onto such corridors and
normal paths of travel provided all of the following are met:
(1) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm
boxes are placed are constantly supervised all school hours.
(2) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm
boxes are placed are located in close proximity to the to that portion of the
corridors and normal paths of travel where a manual fire alarm box would be
placed in accordance with 9.6.2.5.
(3) A sign is placed on the corridor wall
immediately adjacent to the entry door(s) of such room so that it can be
readily seen at all times. The sign shall state "MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOX
LOCATED IN THIS ROOM". The sign shall have a red background and the
letters shall be white and be at least one inch in height."
14. Delete subparagraph
14.3.4.3.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
14.3.4.3.1.1 "Occupant notification shall be
by means of audible and visual alarm devices in accordance with 9.6.3 and
Chapter 120-2-20, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Where
visual alarm devices are located inside classrooms the installation of an
audible device or component shall not be required, provided the audible alarm
signal from alarm devices located in adjacent corridors or compartments is
clearly audible in the classrooms, and is subject to the approval of the
authority having jurisdiction."
15. Delete item (3) from paragraph 14.3.5.2
and replace with new item (3)
(3) relocatable
buildings complying with all of the following:
(a) Building contains a maximum of 2
classrooms.
(b) Each classroom has
2 independent doors remotely located in accordance with 7.5.1.3 of this code
leading directly to the outside of the building.
(c) Building is located not less than 30 feet
(9.1 m) from another building or other relocatable building.
(d) Building has a fire alarm system
connected to the main school building fire alarm.
16. Add a new subparagraph 14.3.5.6
to read as follows:
14.3.5.6 "
Portable
Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in
educational occupancies, including mobile/portable classrooms, in accordance
with 9.9.
14.3.5.6.1 In lieu of locating
portable fire extinguishers in corridors and normal paths of travel as
specified in NFPA Standard 10,
Standard for Portable Fire
Extinguishers, portable fire extinguishers may be located in rooms
that open directly onto such corridors and paths of travel, provided, all of
the following are met:
(a) The rooms in which
such portable fire extinguishers are placed are located in close proximity to
that portion of the corridor where a portable fire extinguisher would normally
be placed in accordance with NFPA Standard 10.
(b) A sign which states, in white letters at
least one inch in height on a red background, "PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER
LOCATED IN THIS ROOM," is placed on the corridor wall immediately
adjacent to the entrance(s) of each such room so that it can be clearly seen at
all times."
(c) The rooms in which
such portable fire extinguishers are placed shall be constantly supervised
during school hours.
(d) These
rooms cannot be subject to being locked at any time the building is occupied."
17.
Add a new item 6 to subsection 14.3.6 to read as follows:
6. "Door closing devices are not required on
doors in corridor wall openings other than those serving exits or required
enclosures of hazardous areas."
18. Add a new paragraph 14.4.3.6 to read as
follows:
14.4.3.6 " Corridor walls in flexible
plan buildings shall comply with subsection 14.3.6 as modified.
19. Add a new paragraph
14.5.2.3 to read as follows:
14.5.2.3 "
Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space
heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of
educational buildings, unless such use is permitted by 603.4 of the
IFC, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
20. Delete subsection 14.7.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
14.7.1 "Emergency Planning and Preparedness.
Educational occupancies (Group E - Educational) shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency situation. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International
Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(m) Modifications to Chapter 15:
1. Add a new subparagraph 15.1.1.1.1 to read
as follows:
15.1.1.1.1 "
Existing
Mobile/Portable Classroom Structures.
(a) Existing mobile/portable classroom
structures, which have been installed prior to the effective date of this
Code, and which were deemed to be in compliance with
provisions in effect at the time of their installation, shall be permitted to
remain in use, if deemed to have been maintained as approved, and meet specific
provisions of this chapter applicable to existing mobile/portable classroom
structures.
(b) When an existing
mobile/portable classroom structure is removed from a school system, the
certificate of occupancy for that structure becomes void, provided, however,
the structure shall retain the status of an existing structure if continued in
service as a classroom structure in another school system. This shall also
apply to leased or rented mobile/portable classroom structures. A new
certificate of occupancy shall be required for the relocated structure, and
shall be issued provided the structure meets the provisions of this
Code that are applicable to existing mobile/portable
classrooms."
(c) For the purposes
of this code the term mobile/portable classroom shall also include relocatable
buildings.
2.
Add a new paragraph 15.1.1.6 to read as follows:
15.1.1.6 "Existing mobile/portable classrooms
shall comply with the various provisions of this Code applying
to classrooms in existing educational occupancies, unless otherwise specified
in this chapter."
3. Add
a new paragraph 15.1.1.7 to read as follows:
15.1.1.7 "When relocated, a mobile/portable
classroom structure shall not be placed within 30 feet (9.1 m) of any building
or structure or within 30 feet (9.1 m) of another mobile/portable classroom
structure. Such mobile/portable classroom structures shall not be connected to
any building or other mobile classroom structure by a canopy of combustible
construction. An existing canopy of combustible components may be continued in
use provided no combustible components are within 25 feet (7.6 m) of any
building or structure or within 30 feet (9.1 m) of another mobile/portable
classroom structure. The distance between a mobile/portable classroom unit and
an exposed building or structure, that is totally protected by an approved
automatic sprinkler system, may be reduced to 10 feet (3.05 m), provided, the
exposed exterior wall is of noncombustible construction, and there are no
windows or doors of the exposed wall of the building within 30 feet (9.1 m) of
the mobile/portable classroom unit. The distance may be reduced to 0 feet if
the exposed wall is of noncombustible construction having a certified fire
resistance rating of at least 2-hours and without openings within 30 feet (9.1
m) of exposing mobile/portable classroom unit."
4. Add a new paragraph 15.2.1.5 to read as
follows:
15.2.1.5 "The provisions of 15.2.1.2
and 15.3.2.3 shall not apply to facilities that meet the requirements of
16.1.6."
5. Add a new
subparagraph 15.2.2.2.2.1 to read as follows:
15.2.2.2.2.1 "Doors serving as exits from
existing mobile/portable classrooms shall not be less than 32 inches (0.91 m)
in clear width, unless originally approved for a clear width of not less than
28 inches. Such exit doors shall open onto landings 4 feet by 4 feet (1.2 m by
1.2 m) and have stairs and or ramps, as needed, complying with applicable
provisions of this Code. Landings, stairs, ramps, guardrails,
and handrails installed and approved prior to the effective date of this
Code, if maintained in a state of good repair, may be
continued in use. When a mobile/portable classroom structure is moved to
another site at the same school or another school, landings, stairs, ramps,
guardrails, and graspable handrails shall comply with the applicable
requirements of this Code for new construction."
6. Delete paragraph
15.2.2.2.4 and replace with a new paragraph 15.2.2.2.4
15.2.2.2.4 *Locking of Classroom Doors and
Other Instructional Spaces.
15.2.2.2.4.1
Classroom doors and doors to other instructional spaces shall be permitted to
be locked provided that the locking means is approved, and all of the following
conditions are met:
(1) The locking means
shall be capable of being engaged from the egress side of the door without
opening the door.
(2) The unlocking
and unlatching from the egress side of the door shall be accomplished without
the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort.
(3) *Two non-simultaneous releasing motions
shall be permitted where approved by the authority having jurisdiction. The
Chief Fire Official of the local responding Fire Department must approve the
locking device.
(4) The releasing
mechanism for unlocking and unlatching shall be located at a height not less
than 34 in. (865 mm) and not exceeding 48 in. (1220 mm) above the finished
floor.
(5) Locks, if remotely
engaged, shall be unlockable from the egress side of the door without the use
of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort.
(6) The door shall be capable of being
unlocked and opened from outside the room with the necessary key or other
credential.
(7) The locking means
shall not modify the door closer, panic hardware, or fire exit hardware or
impair their operation.
(8)
Modifications to fire door assemblies, including door hardware, shall be in
accordance with NFPA 80.
(9) The
emergency action plan, required by 15.7.1, shall address the use of the locking
and unlocking means from both sides of the door.
(10) Staff shall be drilled in the engagement
and release of the locking means, from both sides of the door, as part of the
emergency egress drills required by 15.7.2.
A.15.2.2.2.4.1(3) The installation of new
hardware that necessitates two non-simultaneous releasing motions on existing
doors in existing educational occupancies in accordance with 15.2.2.2.4.1(3) is
permitted where such installation is necessary for compliance with the door
locking criteria in 15.2.2.2.4.1. In accordance with 43.1.4.5, rehabilitation
work performed for compliance with the Code's existing occupancy requirements
is exempt from Chapter 43 and the installation of such new equipment is not
subject to Section 43.5, which would require compliance with the new occupancy
provisions. Where a new door is installed in an existing educational occupancy,
the requirements of 14.2.2.2.4 apply.
15.2.2.2.4.2 Where existing classroom doors
and doors to instructional spaces are replaced, they shall comply with the
provisions of 14.2.2.2.4.
7. Add a new item (4) to paragraph 15.2.11.1
to read as follows:
(4) "Windows may open
onto a court or an enclosed court provided all of the following criteria are
met:
(a) The court shall be of sufficient
width such that persons exiting through the courtyard will be at a minimum
dimension not less than 10 feet (3 m) from any portion of the building that
could present an exposure condition to a fire.
(b) The court has exits directly to the
exterior of the building through an exit passageway that is separated out from
all other parts of the building by 2-hour fire-rated construction. No space
other than exit corridors protected by 'B' labeled 11/2-hour fire doors,
whether normally occupied or not, shall open onto this required exit
passageway.
(c) The exit capacity
for the exit passageway shall be of sufficient width for the corridors
connected to it as well as the enclosed court calculated at 15 square feet (1.4
sq. m) per person or minimum number of students subject to exiting into the
court, whichever is the greater of the two.
(d) The travel distance from any point in a
connecting classroom to the exterior of the building through the exit
passageway shall not exceed 150 feet (45.7 m).
(e) The court is provided with emergency
lighting to direct occupants to the exit(s) in accordance with Section
5.9.
(f) The exit(s) from the court
is/are clearly marked in accordance with Section 7.10."
8. Add a new paragraph 15.2.11.3 to
read as follows:
15.2.11.3 "School Hallway
Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD). The installation of a School
Hallway Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD) shall be permitted in
educational occupancies provided all of the following criteria are met:
(1) Activation shall be by means of
depressing a panic button or pull station marked for emergency SHIELD available
to school administration at a central location. Additional activation may be by
telephone code.
(2) System
activation shall automatically contact law enforcement authorities upon
activation.
(3) Cross corridor
doors may be provided with magnetic hold open devices to release upon
activation of the system.
(4) Upon
activation of the system, cross corridor doors shall be permitted to be kept in
the closed position with magnetic locks.
(5) System hardware shall be provided with
emergency power or battery back-up in event of loss of power.
(6) Smoke detectors shall be provided within
15 feet of cross corridor doors on the classroom egress side for each corridor
zone and be identified distinctly from other required detectors. Such detectors
upon activation by smoke shall release door mag locks for the locked zone to
freely open. Detectors are not required to be interconnected into the
building's fire alarm system.
(7)
Card readers with keypad shall be installed on the ingress side of the doors
requiring a PIN code and card swipe to deactivate for the activated corridor
zone.
(8) Keypad shall be installed
on the egress side of the doors only requiring a PIN code for deactivation of
the door mag locks for the activated corridor zone.
(9) A blue light strobe and siren, distinct
from that of the fire alarm may be provided to deter intruders.
(10) Staff shall be adequately trained on the
intent and operation of the system with the conduction of mock
drills.
15.2.11.3.1
(SHIELD)
Activation. The SHIELD system shall only be activated in the following
situations:
(1) The event of intrusion or
active shooter upon school premises.
(2) For the purposes of testing the
system.
(3) For the purposes of
conducting drills related to the intrusion or active shooter upon school
premises."
9. Delete subparagraph 15.3.2.1(1)(a) in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(a) "Boiler and furnace rooms, unless such
rooms enclose air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other
heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU
input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of
30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to
equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency
response purposes."
10.
Delete the term "Laundries" from subparagraph 15.3.2.1(2)(a) and substitute in
its place the following:
(a) "Laundry areas
utilizing commercial equipment, multiple residential appliances, or exceeding
100 square feet (9.3 sq. m)."
11. Add a new paragraph 15.3.2.2.1 to read as
follows:
15.3.2.2.1 "Food preparation areas
located in home economic labs may be protected by listed self-contained
residential fire suppression systems located in a residential hood over each
cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside. Required
use of automatic disconnects of fuel source or power source is subject to the
approval of the authority having jurisdiction. Food preparation areas located
in home economic labs need not be protected where in a fully sprinklered
building or where protection is provided in accordance with 9.7.1.2. The
exhaust hood is still required to be vented to the outside if installed after
July 28, 1998."
12. Add
items (3) and (4) to paragraph 15.3.4.2.1 to read as follows:
(3) "Where each classroom in a
mobile/portable classroom structure is provided with a two-way communication
system that will permit initiation of the communication from the classroom as
well as from a constantly attended location in the main administrative office
of the school from which a general alarm can be sounded, if needed, and the
fire department can be summoned. A telephone mounted in each classroom and
equipped with speed dialing, or a similar function, to provide contact with the
constantly attended location noted above, shall be acceptable as a two- way
communication system for purposes of this provision. The procedure for using
the system for emergency alerting shall be clearly posted near the system
actuation device in each classroom and at the constantly attended
location.
(4) Fire alarm alerting
provisions for existing mobile/portable classroom structures approved prior to
the effective date of this Code, and which are in a state of
operational readiness. At the minimum, such provisions shall provide alerting
of a fire condition in each mobile/portable classroom structure. Where alerting
is by an alarm bell or horn, the sound/signal shall be distinctive from other
bells or horns."
13. Add
a new subparagraph 15.3.4.2.3.3 to read as follows:
15.3.4.2.3.3 "In lieu of locating manual fire
alarm boxes in educational occupancies in corridors and normal paths of travel,
the fire alarm boxes may be located in rooms which open directly onto such
corridors and normal paths of travel provided all of the following are met:
(1) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm
boxes are placed are constantly supervised all school hours.
(2) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm
boxes are placed are located in close proximity to the to that portion of the
corridors and normal paths of travel where a manual fire alarm box would be
placed in accordance with 9.6.2.5.
(3) A sign is placed on the corridor wall
immediately adjacent to the entry door(s) of such room so that it can be
readily seen at all times. The sign shall state "MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOX
LOCATED IN THIS ROOM". The sign shall have a red background and the letters
shall be white and be at least one inch in height."
14. Add a new paragraph
15.3.5.6 to read as follows:
15.3.5.6
"
Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be
provided in educational occupancies, including mobile/portable classrooms, in
accordance with 9.9.
15.3.5.6.1 In lieu of
locating portable fire extinguishers in corridors and normal paths of travel as
specified in NFPA 10,
Standard for Portable Fire
Extinguishers, portable fire extinguishers may be located in rooms
that open directly onto such corridors and normal paths of travel provided all
of the following are met:
(a) The room in
which such portable fire extinguishers are placed are located in close
proximity to that portion of the corridor where a fire extinguisher would
otherwise be placed in accordance with NFPA 10; Standard for Portable
Fire Extinguishers,
(b) A
sign which states in white letters at least one inch in height on a red
background, 'PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATED IN THIS ROOM,' is
placed on the corridor wall immediately adjacent to the entrance way of each
such room so that it can be clearly seen at all times;
(c) The rooms in which such portable fire
extinguishers are placed shall be constantly supervised during school hours;
and,
(d) Those rooms cannot be
subject to being locked at any time the building is occupied."
15. Add a new
item (6) to subsection 15.3.6 to read as follows:
(6) "Door closing devices are not required on
doors in corridor wall openings other than those serving exits or required
enclosures of hazardous areas."
16. Add new paragraph 15.5.2.3 to read as
follows:
15.5.2.3 "Portable electric and
liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to
be portable are prohibited in all portions of educational buildings.
15.5.2.3.1 As permitted by 603.4 of the
IFC, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
17. Delete subsection 15.7.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
15.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Educational occupancies (Group E - Educational) shall
develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for
the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be
developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4
of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the
Safety Fire Commissioner."
(n)
Modification to Chapter 16:
1. Add a new 16.1.1.2.1 to read as follows:
16.1.1.2.1 "Pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(1)(I)
the term Group Day-Care Home applies to day-
care facilities where at least seven (7) but not more than twelve (12) children
receive care. Further, the term Day Care Center applies where more than twelve
(12) children receive care. Where such facilities are required to be licensed
or commissioned as set forth by O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(1)(I),
the facilities are also required to comply with the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner and to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy pursuant
to O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(c)."
2. Add a new
subparagraph 16.1.3.1.1 to paragraph 16.1.3.1 to read as follows:
16.1.3.1.1 "The provisions of 6.1.14 shall
not apply to one- and two-family dwellings."
3. Delete paragraph 16.1.6.1 and its
corresponding table in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
16.1.6.1 "The location of day-care
occupancies and clients of such shall be limited as shown in Table 16.1.6.1.
16.1.6.1.1 Day-Care occupancies with exits
directly to the outside from each room normally occupied by clients may be of
any construction type without being protected throughout by an automatic
sprinkler system.
Table 17.1.6.1 Day-Care Occupancy
Location
|
Type of Construction
|
Age Group
|
Number of Stories
|
(Stories are counted starting at the floor of
exit)
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
4+
|
I(443), I(332) and II(222)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES+
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES+
|
II(111),
III(211) and
V(111)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
IV(2HH)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
II(000)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
III(200) and V(000)
|
0 through 4
|
YES+
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
The types of construction in the Table are from NFPA 220,
Standard on Types of Building Construction. Refer to 8.2.1.2
and 8.2.1.2.1 of this Code and the conversion chart for
cross-referencing to the construction types established by the
International Building Code.
YES: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of
construction.
YES+: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of
construction if entire building is protected throughout by an approved
automatic sprinkler system.
NO: Day-care occupancy location not permitted in type of
construction."
4. Add a new paragraph 16.1.6.3 to read as
follows:
16.1.6.3 "Day-Care Facilities
Located Below the LED. The story below the level of exit discharge shall
be permitted to be used in buildings of any construction type, other than Type
II(000), Type III(200) and Type V(000) provided, the building is protected
throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system."
5. Add a new subparagraph 16.1.6.3.1 to read
as follows:
16.1.6.3.1 "Where the story below
the level of exit discharge is occupied as a day-care center, both of the
following shall apply:
(1) One means of egress
shall be an outside or interior stair in accordance with 7.2.2. An interior
stair, if used, shall only serve the story below the level of exit discharge.
The interior stair shall be permitted to communicate with the level of exit
discharge; however, the required exit route from the level of exit discharge
shall not pass through the stair enclosure.
(2) The second means of egress shall be
permitted to be via an unenclosed stairway separated from the level of exit
discharge in accordance with 8.6.5. The path of egress travel on the level of
exit discharge shall be protected in accordance with 7.1.3.1."
6. Delete subsection
16.2.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
16.2.9 "
Emergency Lighting.
Emergency lighting shall be provided in accordance with Section 7.9 in the
following areas:
1. In all interior stairs and
corridors.
2. In all normally
occupied spaces
3. Emergency
lighting is not required in the following locations:
(1) Administrative areas other than
receptionist areas.
(2) Mechanical
rooms, storage areas, and rooms or areas not normally occupied by
students."
7. Delete item (a) to paragraph 16.3.2.1(1)
(a) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(a) "Rooms enclosing air handling equipment
compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total
aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be
used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed
access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or
emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
8. Add an item (4) to paragraph
16.3.2.1 to read as follows:
(4) "In areas
where documentation is provided indicating an unreliable water source, the
authority having jurisdiction may accept separation of these areas from the
remainder of the building by fire barriers having not less than a 2-hour
fire-resistance rating."
9. Delete the term "Laundries" from
subparagraph 16.3.2.1 (2) a. and substitute in its place the following:
a. "Laundry areas utilizing commercial
equipment, multiple residential appliances, or exceeding 100 square feet (9.3
sq. m)."
10. Delete
paragraph 16.3.2.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
16.3.2.3 "Food preparation facilities
protected in accordance with 9.2.3 are not required to have openings protected
between food preparation areas and dining areas. Where domestic cooking
equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, a listed self-contained
residential fire suppression system may be installed in a residential hood to
cover the area of the cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to
the outside. The fire suppression system shall automatically disconnect
electric power to electric stoves or automatically shut off the gas supply to
gas stoves. Such system shall be interconnected to the building fire alarm
system where one is provided.
16.3.2.3.1
Subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction approval, where
domestic cooking equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, the
requirements for a residential fire suppression system may be waived if the
room is protected by approved automatic sprinkler protection. The provisions of
9.7.1.2 may be permitted. The exhaust hood is still required to be vented to
the outside."
11. Delete subsection 16.3.5 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
16.3.5 "Extinguishment
Requirements. Buildings containing day-care occupancies shall be
sprinkler protected throughout for construction types as specified in Table
16.1.6.1 entitled "Day-Care Occupancy Location Limitations" and paragraph
16.1.6.3. Any required sprinkler system based upon Table 16.1.6.1 and paragraph
16.1.6.3 shall be in accordance with 9.7."
12. Add a new paragraph 16.3.5.1 to read as
follows:
16.3.5.1 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
daycare occupancies in accordance with 9.9."
13. Add new paragraph 16.5.2.4 to read as
follows:
16.5.2.4 "Portable electric and
liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fire space heating devices designed to
be portable are prohibited in all portions of day-care facilities.
16.5.2.4.1 In emergency conditions when
approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be
portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly
protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufacturer's
instructions and the authority having jurisdiction."
14. Delete paragraph
16.6.1.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
16.6.1.6 "Minimum Construction
Requirements. The minimum construction requirements for new day-care
homes shall be limited to the types of building construction permitted by the
IBC as specified in 8.2.1. Clients of a group day-care home in
a multi-story building shall be restricted to the level of exit discharge,
unless the provisions of 16.1.6 are met."
15. Add a new paragraph 16.6.3.6 to read as
follows:
16.6.3.6 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
daycare home occupancies in accordance with 9.9."
16. Delete subsections 16.7.1 and 16.7.2 in
their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
16.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Day-care occupancies (Group E and I-4) shall develop
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the
protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and
implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(o)
Modifications to Chapter 17:
1. Delete paragraph 17.1.1.4 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
17.1.1.4 "Pursuant to O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(1)(I)
the term Group Day-Care Home applies to
daycare facilities where at least seven (7) but not more than twelve (12)
children receive care. Further, the term Day Care Center applies where more
than twelve (12) children receive care. Where such facilities are required to
be licensed or commissioned as set forth by O.C.G.A.
25-2-13(b)(1)(I),
the facilities are also required to comply with the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner and to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy pursuant
to O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(c)."
2. Delete paragraph
17.1.1.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
17.1.1.5 "This section establishes life
safety requirements for existing day-care occupancies, adult day- care
facilities, and head start facilities in which more than 12 clients receive
care, maintenance, and supervision by other than their relative(s) or legal
guardian(s) for less than 24 hours per day. An existing day-care occupancy
shall be allowed the option of meeting the requirements of Chapter 16 in lieu
of Chapter 17. Any day-care occupancy that meets the requirements of Chapter 16
shall be judged to meet the requirements of Chapter 17."
3. Add a new subparagraph 17.1.3.1.1 to read
as follows:
17.1.3.1.1 " The provisions of
6.1.14 shall not apply to one- and two-family dwellings."
4. Add a new subparagraph 17.1.4.1.1 to read
as follows:
17.1.4.1.1 "Existing day-care
centers that include part-day preschools, head-start programs, kindergartens,
and other schools whose purpose involves education primarily for a group of
children may continue to meet the requirements of this section or may be
allowed the option of meeting the requirements of Chapter 15."
5. Delete subsection
17.1.6.1 and its corresponding table in its entirety and substitute in its
place the following:
17.1.6.1 "
Location
and Minimum Construction Requirements. The location of day-care
occupancies and clients of such shall be limited as shown in Table 17.1.6.1
17.1.6.1.2 Day-Care occupancies with exits
directly to the outside from each room normally occupied by clients may be of
any construction type without being protected throughout by an automatic
sprinkler system.
17.1.6.1.3
"Centers located on the level of exit discharge in buildings of any
construction type without a complete approved automatic sprinkler system, may
be continued in use as a child day-care center housing children ages zero
through four, or non-ambulatory children, as long as at least one exit door is
provided directly to the outside of the building at ground level from every
room or space normally occupied by children, except restrooms. For centers
existing prior to April 12, 1985, where direct access to the outside of the
building is not possible from interior rooms, and such interior rooms are
normally subject to occupancy by children, the interior room may continue to be
used provided there are two remote exits from the rooms that provide access to
two separate and distinct exits to the outside."
Table 17.1.6.1 Day-Care Occupancy
Location
Table 17.1.6.1 Day-Care Occupancy Location
|
Type of Construction
|
Age Group
|
Number of Stories
|
(Stories are counted starting at the floor of
exit)
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
4+
|
I(443), I(332) and II (222)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES
|
II(111), III(211) and V(111)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
IV(2HH)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
II(000)
|
0 through 4
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
III(200) and V(000)
|
0 through 4
|
YES+
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
5 and older
|
YES
|
YES+
|
NO
|
NO
|
The types of construction in the Table are from NFPA 220,
Standard on Types of Building Construction. Refer to 8.2.1.2
and 8.2.1.2.1 of this Code and the conversion chart for
cross-referencing to the construction types established by the
International Building Code.
YES: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of
construction.
YES+: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of
construction if entire building is protected throughout by an approved
automatic sprinkler system.
NO: Day-care occupancy is not permitted in this construction
type."
6. Delete paragraph 17.2.2.2.6 in its
entirety and replace with a new 17.2.2.2.6
17.2.2.2.6
Locking of Classroom Doors
and Doors to Other Client Care Spaces.
17.2.2.2.6.1 Classroom doors and doors to
other client care spaces shall be permitted to be locked provided that the
locking means is approved, and all of the following conditions are met:
(1) The locking means shall be capable of
being engaged from the egress side of the door without opening the
door.
(2) The unlocking and
unlatching from the egress side of the door shall be accomplished without the
use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort.
(3) *Two non-simultaneous releasing motions
shall be permitted where approved by the authority having jurisdiction. The
Chief Fire Official of the local responding Fire Department must approve the
locking device.
(4) The releasing
mechanism for unlocking and unlatching shall be located at a height not less
than 34 in. (865 mm) and not exceeding 48 in. (1220 mm) above the finished
floor.
(5) Locks, if remotely
engaged, shall be unlockable from the egress side of the door without the use
of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort.
(6) The door shall be capable of being
unlocked and opened from outside the room with the necessary key or other
credential.
(7) The locking means
shall not modify the door closer, panic hardware, or fire exit hardware or
impair their operation.
(8)
Modifications to fire door assemblies, including door hardware, shall be in
accordance with NFPA 80.
(9) The
emergency action plan, required by 17.7.1, shall address the use of the locking
and unlocking means from both sides of the door.
(10) Staff shall be drilled in the engagement
and release of the locking means, from both sides of the door, as part of the
emergency egress drills required by 17.7.2.
A.17.2.2.2.6.1(3) The installation of new
hardware that necessitates two non-simultaneous releasing motions on existing
doors in existing day care occupancies in accordance with 17.2.2.2.6.1(3) is
permitted where such installation is necessary for compliance with the door
locking criteria in 17.2.2.2.6.1. In accordance with 43.1.4.5, rehabilitation
work performed for compliance with the Code's existing
occupancy requirements is exempt from Chapter 43 and the installation of such
new equipment is not subject to Section 43.5, which would require compliance
with the new occupancy provisions. Where a new door is installed in an existing
day care occupancy, the requirements of 16.2.2.2.6 apply.
17.2.2.2.6.2 Where existing classroom doors
and doors to client care spaces are replaced, they shall comply with the
provisions of 16.2.2.2.6.
7. Delete subsection 17.2.9 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
17.2.9 "
Emergency Lighting.
Emergency lighting shall be provided in accordance with Section 7.9 in the
following areas:
1. In all interior stairs and
corridors.
2. In all normally
occupied spaces.
17.2.9.1 Emergency
lighting is not required in the following areas:
(1) Administrative areas other than
receptionist areas.
(2) Mechanical
rooms, storage areas, and rooms not normally occupied by students."
8. Add a new
subparagraph 17.3.2.1(1)(a)(1) to read as follows:
17.3.2.1(1)(a)(1) "Rooms enclosing air
handling equipment compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment
with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input are not
required to comply with 17.3.2.1(1) provided, such rooms shall not be used for
any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access
shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency
control panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
9. Delete paragraph 17.3.2.3 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
17.3.2.3 "Food preparation facilities
protected in accordance with 9.2.3 are not required to have openings protected
between food preparation areas and dining areas. Where domestic cooking
equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, a listed self-contained
residential fire suppression system may be installed in a residential hood to
cover the cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the
outside. Required use of automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power
source is subject to the authority having jurisdiction. Upon receipt of a sworn
affidavit, no protection is required for existing domestic cooking equipment
used for limited cooking or warming of foods.
17.3.2.3.1 Subject to the approval of the
authority having jurisdiction, where domestic cooking equipment is used for
food warming or limited cooking, the requirements for a residential fire
suppression system may be waived if the room is protected by approved automatic
sprinkler protection. The provisions of 9.7.1.2 may be permitted. The exhaust
hood is still required to be vented to the outside."
10. Delete the term
"Laundries" from subparagraph 17.3.2.1 (2)(a) and substitute in its place the
following:
(a) "Laundry areas utilizing
commercial equipment, or multiple residential appliances, or having a floor
area exceeding 100 square feet (9.3 m)."
11. Add a new paragraph 17.3.5.3.1 to read as
follows:
17.3.5.3.1 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all day-
care occupancies in accordance with 9.9."
12. Delete subsection 17.4.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
17.4.1 "
Windowless or Underground
Buildings. Windowless or underground buildings or structures shall
comply with the applicable provisions of Section 11.7. All such buildings and
structures housing a day-care occupancy shall be protected throughout by an
approved automatic sprinkler system.
17.4.1.1
"Buildings or structures existing prior to January 28, 1993, and housing
day-care occupancies with an occupant load not greater than 100 may remain in
use without being protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system."
13. Add a
subparagraph 17.5.1.2.1 to read as follows:
17.5.1.2.1 "In existing day-care occupancies,
in lieu of special protective covers, receptacles may be placed at a minimum of
six feet above the finished floor."
14. Add a new paragraph 17.5.2.4 to read as
follows:
17.5.2.4 "Portable electric and
liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fire space heating devices designed to
be portable are prohibited in all portions of day-care facilities.
17.5.2.4.1 "In emergency conditions when
approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be
portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly
protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufactures
instructions and the authority having jurisdiction."
15. Delete subparagraph
17.6.1.4.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
17.6.1.4.1.2 "This section establishes life
safety requirements for group day-care homes, adult daycare homes and head
start facilities in which at least seven but not more than 12 clients receive
care, maintenance, and supervision by other than their relative(s) or legal
guardian(s) for less than 24 hours per day (generally within a dwelling unit).
An existing day-care home shall be allowed the option of meeting the
requirements of Section 16.6 in lieu of Section 17.2. Any day-care home that
meets the requirements of Chapter 16 shall be judged to meet the requirements
of Chapter 17."
16. Add an
exception to subsection 17.6.1.4.1 to read as follows:
17.6.1.4.1 "Existing day-care homes that
include part-day preschools, head-start programs, kindergartens, and other
schools whose purpose involves education primarily for a group of children may
continue to meet the requirements of this section or may be allowed the option
of meeting the requirements of Chapter 15."
17. Delete paragraph 17.6.1.6 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
17.6.1.6 "Clients of a group day-care home in
a multi-story building shall be restricted to the level of exit discharge,
unless the provisions of 17.1.6.1 are met."
18. Add a new paragraph 17.6.3.6 to read as
follows:
17.6.3.6 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
daycare home occupancies in accordance with 9.9."
19. Add a new subsection 17.6.3.7 to read as
follows:
17.6.3.7 "In existing day-care homes
in lieu of special protective covers, receptacles may be placed at a minimum of
6 feet (1.8 m) above the finished floor."
20. Delete subsections 17.7.1 and 17.7.2 in
their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
17.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Day-care occupancies (Group E and I-4) shall develop
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the
protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and
implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(p)
Modifications to Chapter 18:
1. Delete subsection 18.1.1.1.8 in its
entirety and in its place substitute the following:
18.1.1.1.8 "Buildings, or sections of
buildings, that house older persons and that provide activities that foster
continued independence but that do not include services distinctive to health
care occupancies (see 18.1.4.2), as defined in 3.3.196.7, shall be permitted to
comply with the requirements of other chapters of this Code,
such as Chapters 30, 32 or 34 based upon appropriate licensing if required."
2. Add a new
subparagraph 18.1.1.4.3.4.1 to read as follows:
18.1.1.4.3.4.1 "Minor renovations,
alterations, modernizations or repairs as used in 18.1.1.4.3.4 shall mean that
construction is less than 40% of the floor area within a smoke compartment."
3. Add the following to
the list of hazardous areas in Subparagraph 18.3.2.1.2 to read as follows:
(8) "Soiled utility rooms also used for
combustible storage - 1 hour."
4. Add a new subparagraph 18.3.2.5.2.1 to
read as follows:
18.3.2.5.2.1 "Where a
residential stove (a maximum of four surface burners or cooking elements), is
used for food warming, limited cooking, or rehabilitation training, a
residential style hood system ducted to the outside shall be installed to cover
each cooking surface. Other protection or segregation shall not be required
unless subsequent inspections reveal conditions have changed and a higher level
of risk to life is deemed to exist by the authority having jurisdiction."
5. Delete subsections
18.7.1 and 18.7.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the
following:
18.7.1 "Emergency Planning
and Preparedness. Health care occupancies (Group I-2) shall develop
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the
protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and
implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code (IFC), and NFPA 99, as adopted by the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
6. Delete subsection 18.7.4 in its entirety
and in its place substitute the following:
18.7.4 "*Smoking. Smoking
regulations shall be adopted and shall include, at the least, the applicable
provisions of Section 310 of the International Fire Code
(IFC), as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(q)
Modifications to Chapter 19:
1. Delete subsection 19.1.1.1.8 in its
entirety and in its place substitute the following:
19.1.1.1.8 "Buildings, or sections of
buildings, that house older persons and that provide activities that foster
continued independence but do not include services distinctive to health care
occupancies (see 19.1.4.2), as defined in 3.3.196.7, shall be permitted to
comply with the requirements of other chapters of this Code,
such as Chapters 31, 33 or 35 based upon appropriate licensing if required."
2. Add the following to
the list of hazardous areas in subparagraph 19.3.2.1.5 to read as follows:
(9) "Soiled utility rooms used for
combustible storage."
3.
Add subparagraphs 19.3.2.5.2.1 to read as follows:
19.3.2.5.2.1 "Where residential stove cooking
is used for food warming, limited cooking, or rehabilitation training, a
residential style hood system ducted to the outside and equipped with a listed
self- contained residential fire suppression system shall be installed to cover
each cooking surface. Required use of automatic disconnects of fuel source or
power source is subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction.
19.3.2.5.2.1.1 Other installations acceptable
to the authority having jurisdiction shall be acceptable."
4. Add a new subparagraph
19.3.4.3.1.1 to read as follows:
19.3.4.3.1.1
"A Zoned, coded systems shall be permitted."
5. Delete subsections 19.7.1 and 19.7.2 in
their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
19.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Health care occupancies (Group I-2) shall develop
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the
protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and
implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code (IFC) and NFPA 99, as adopted by the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
6. Delete subsection 19.7.4 in its entirety
and in its place substitute the following:
19.7.4 "*Smoking. Smoking
regulations shall be adopted and shall include, at the least, the applicable
provisions of Section 310 of the International Fire Code
(IFC), as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(r)
Modification to Chapter 20:
1. Delete subsections 20.7.1 and 20.7.2 in
their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
20.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Ambulatory health care facilities shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with applicable provisions for health care occupancies (Group
I-2) of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code (IFC) and
NFPA 99, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(s)
Modification to Chapter 21:
1. Delete subsections 21.7.1 and 21.7.2 in
their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
21.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Ambulatory health care facilities shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with applicable provisions for health care occupancies (Group
I-2) of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code (IFC) and
NFPA 99, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner."
(t)
Modifications to Chapter 22:
1. Delete paragraph 22.2.11.1.2 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
22.2.11.1.2 "Doors shall be permitted to be
locked with approved detention locking mechanisms only in accordance with the
applicable use condition. Padlocks are not permitted on housing unit doors or
any other door located in the interior means of egress.
22.2.11.1.2.1 Padlocks are permitted on gates
and doors located on exterior fencing, and in exterior walls, which are not
part of the building, from areas of refuge located outside the building."
2. Delete the
words 'fuel fired' from Table 22.3.2.1.
3. Add a note to Table 22.3.2.1 to read as
follows:
"[Note: Areas incidental to resident housing will mean any
areas that exceed 10% of the resident housing area. This includes sleeping
areas, dayrooms, group activity space, or other common spaces for customary
access of residents.]"
4.
Delete paragraph 22.3.7.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
22.3.7.5 "Any required smoke
barrier shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 Smoke Barriers.
Such barriers shall be of substantial construction and shall have structural
fire resistance. Smoke barriers may have windows with wire glass in steel
frames or tested window assemblies."
5. Delete subsection 22.7.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
22.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Detention and correctional facilities (Group I-3
occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and
safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency
condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety
practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
6. Delete subsection
22.7.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
22.7.2 "Policies and procedures shall be
established by facility administrators to control and limit the amount of
personal property in sleeping rooms and require periodic checks for the
collection and storage of such items on a monthly basis. Records of periodic
checks shall be kept and made available to the authority having jurisdiction
upon request.
22.7.2.1 Facilities which
provide closable metal lockers or fire-resistant containers for the storage of
books, clothing, and other combustible personal property allowed in sleeping
rooms."
(u)
Modifications to Chapter 23:
1. Delete paragraph 23.2.11.1.2 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
23.2.11.1.2 "Doors shall be permitted to be
locked with approved detention locking mechanisms only in accordance with the
applicable use condition. Padlocks are not permitted on housing unit doors or
any other door located in the means of egress.
23.2.11.1.2.1 Padlocks are permitted on gates
and doors located on exterior fencing and walls from areas of refuge located
outside the building."
2. Delete the words 'fuel fired' from Table
23.3.2.1.
3. Add a note to Table
23.3.2.1 to read as follows:
"[Note: Areas incidental to resident housing will mean any
areas that exceed 10% of the resident housing area. This includes sleeping
areas, dayrooms, group activity space, or other common spaces for customary
access of residents.]"
4.
Delete paragraph 23.3.7.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
23.3.7.5 "Required smoke barriers
shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 Smoke Barriers. Such
barriers shall be of substantial construction and shall have structural fire
resistance. Smoke barriers may have windows with wire glass in steel frames or
tested window assemblies."
5. Delete subsection 23.7.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
23.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Detention and correctional facilities (Group I-3
occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and
safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency
condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety
practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
6. Delete subsection
23.7.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
23.7.2 "Policies and procedures shall be
established by facility administrators to control and limit the amount of
personal property in sleeping rooms and require periodic checks for the
collection and storage of such items on a monthly basis. Records of periodic
checks shall be kept and made available to the authority having jurisdiction
upon request.
23.7.2.1 Facilities which
provide closable metal lockers or fire-resistant containers for the storage of
books, clothing, and other combustible personal property allowed in sleeping
rooms."
(v)
Modification to Chapter 24:
1. Delete the Title of Chapter 24 and retitle
it to read as follows:
"Chapter 24 One- and Two-Family Dwellings/Community
Living Arrangements"
2. Add a new subparagraph 24.1.1.1.1 to read
as follows:
24.1.1.1.1 "In addition, this
chapter establishes life safety requirements for facilities licensed by the
State of Georgia as a 'Community Living Arrangement' for one to four
individuals not related to the owner or administrator by blood or marriage
whether the facility is operated for profit or not. Community Living
Arrangements for five or more residents shall comply with the applicable
requirements of Chapter 32."
3. Add a new paragraph 24.1.1.6 to read as
follows:
24.1.1.6 "The use of a one- and two-
family dwelling for the purposes of a Community Living Arrangement as licensed
by the State, for one to four residents, shall constitute a change of occupancy
sub-classification. The new sub-classification shall meet the requirements
established in this Chapter for the One- and Two-Family Dwelling and the
additional requirements specified under Section 24.4.
4. Add a new subparagraph 24.1.1.6.1 to read
as follows:
24.1.1.6.1 The use of a one- and
two- family dwelling for the purposes of a Community Living Arrangement as
licensed by the State, for one to four residents shall not require automatic
sprinkler protection.
5.
Delete 24.2.2.1.2(2) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(2) "The dwelling unit is protected
throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 24.3.5.
This sprinkler provision shall not apply to a community living
arrangement."
6. Add a
new subparagraph to 24.2.4.1.1 to read as follows:
24.2.4.1.1 "Doors in the path of travel of a
means of escape in Community Living Arrangement facilities shall be not less
than 32 in. (81 cm) wide."
7. Add a new subparagraph 24.3.4.1.3.1 to
read as follows:
24.3.4.1.3.1 "The provisions
of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall apply."
8. Delete Section 24.4 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
24.4
"
Community Living Arrangements.
24.4.1
General. The following
shall be provided in addition to the requirements of this Chapter for
facilities subject to being licensed as a Community Living Arrangement. Where
there are conflicts in requirements specified elsewhere in this Chapter, the
requirements specified under Section 24.4 shall prevail.
24.4.2
Address identification.
New and Existing Community Living Arrangement structures shall have approved
address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in
accordance with the provisions of the International Fire Code.
24.4.3
Means of
Egress.
24.4.3.1 A Community Living
Arrangement serving a resident dependent upon a wheelchair or other mechanical
device for mobility shall provide at least two (2) exits from the Community
Living Arrangement, remote from each other, and that are accessible to the
residents.
24.4.3.2 Bedrooms for
residents shall be separated from halls, corridors and other rooms by floor to
ceiling walls. capable of resisting fire for not less than 1/2-hour, which is
considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with
lath and plaster or materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier. Sleeping
room doors shall be substantial doors, such as those of 13/4 in. (4.4-cm)
thick, solid-bonded wood core construction or other construction of equal or
greater stability and fire integrity. Any vision panels shall be fixed fire
window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 or shall be wired glass not
exceeding 1296 sq. in (0.84 m2) each in area and installed in approved
frames.
24.4.3.3 A room shall not
be used as a bedroom where more than one-half the room height is below ground
level.
24.4.3.4 Bedrooms which are
partially below ground level shall have adequate natural light and ventilation
and be provided with two useful means of egress.
24.4.3.5 Bedrooms occupied by residents shall
have doors that can be closed. Doors shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm)
wide.
24.4.3.6 Any door in the path
of travel of a means of means of egress or escape shall be not less than 32 in.
(81 cm) wide.
24.4.3.7 Residents
who need assistance with ambulation shall be provided bedrooms that have access
to a ground-level exit to the outside or be provided bedrooms above ground
level that have access to exits with easily negotiable ramps or easily
accessible lifts.
24.4.3.8
Locks.
24.4.3.8.1 Bedrooms may
have locks on doors provided both the occupant and staff are provided with keys
to ensure easy entry. Double-cylinder locks (locks requiring a key on both
sides) are prohibited to be used on the bedroom door of a resident.
24.4.3.8.2 Exterior doors shall be equipped
with locks that do not require keys to open the door from the inside.
24.4.4
Detection
and Alarm Systems
24.4.4.1 A fire alarm
system meeting the minimum requirements for Single- and Multiple Station Alarms
and Household Fire Alarm Systems per NFPA 72 shall be installed.
24.4.4.2
Smoke Detection.
24.4.4.2.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed in
accordance with the provisions of 9.6.2.10 of this Code. Any
additional detection/alarm devices shall be as established by O.C.G.A. ยง
25-2-40.
24.4.4.2.2 Smoke alarms shall be installed on
all levels, including basements but excluding crawl spaces and unfinished
attics.
24.4.4.2.3 Additional smoke
alarms shall be installed for all living areas as defined in 3.3.22.5 of this
Code.
24.4.4.2.4
Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g.,
for hearing impaired persons.
24.4.4.3
Carbon Monoxide
Detectors.
24.4.4.3.1 Carbon monoxide
detectors shall be provided in the residence where natural gas, LP gas or
heating oil is used to heat the residence.
24.4.4.3.2 Carbon monoxide detectors shall be
provided in the residence if a solid fuel-burning fireplace or fixed heating
device is installed the residence.
24.4.5
Protection.
24.4.5.1
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with Section
9.9 shall be provided near hazardous areas.
24.4.5.1.1 At least one 5 lb. 2A rated
multipurpose ABC portable fire extinguisher shall be provided on each occupied
floor, and, where applicable, in the basement. The extinguishers shall be
installed so as to be readily accessible in accordance with NFPA 10.
24.4.5.1.2 Required portable fire
extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained annually by a State licensed
fire extinguisher technician in accordance with NFPA 10.
24.4.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections
shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure
they are charged and in operable condition.
24.4.6
Heating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning.
24.4.6.1 Portable space
heaters shall not be used. The use of heating devices and equipment shall be
regulated by the International Fire Code, as adopted by the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
24.4.6.2 Fire screens and protective devices
shall be used with fireplaces, stoves, and fixed heaters.
24.4.6.3 A water temperature monitor or a
scald valve shall be installed where necessary to ensure the safety of the
residents. Heated water provided for use of residents shall not exceed 120
degrees Fahrenheit at the hot water fixture, unless a cooler temperature is
required by the needs of the individual.
24.4.7
Operating Features.
24.4.7.1
Staffing. The Community
Living Arrangement shall have as many qualified and trained employees on duty
as shall be needed to safeguard properly the health, safety, and welfare of
residents and ensure the provision of services the residents require to be
delivered in the Community Living Arrangement.
24.4.7.1.1 Before working independently with
residents, each staff member shall be trained and show continuing evidence of
competence in fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures. A resident shall
not be considered a staff person in the residence in which they live. Also,
training of management and staff shall comply with Chapter 4 of the adopted
International Fire Code.
24.4.7.2
Evacuation
Capabilities. Community Living Arrangement shall maintain a staffing
ratio sufficient to ensure that all residents can meet a prompt evacuation
capability as defined in 12-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner. Residents who cannot meet the prompt evacuation
capability provision shall be provided with a minimum of one dedicated employee
whose primary responsibility is to provide evacuation of the resident in the
event of a fire or other emergency. The dedicated employee/employees shall be
in close attendance at all times.
24.4.7.3
Drills. Fire drills
shall be conducted at least quarterly on each shift at alternating times. At
least two drills per calendar year shall be during sleeping hours. All fire
drills shall be documented and include the names of staff involved. Also, refer
to Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by
Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
24.4.7.4
Procedures.
There shall be established procedures and mechanisms for alerting and caring
for residents in case of emergencies and for evacuating them to safety. An
evacuation plan with clear instructions shall be available within each
residence. Also, refer to Chapter 4 of the International Fire
Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(w)
Modification to Chapter 26:
1.
Add a new subparagraph 26.3.4.5.3.1 to read as follows:
26.3.4.5.3.1 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1
and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply."
2. Add a new paragraph 26.3.6.4 to read as
follows:
26.3.6.4 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
lodging or rooming house occupancies in accordance with 9.9 of this
Code."
(x)
Modification to Chapter 28:
1. Add a new subparagraph 28.2.5.5.1 to read
as follows:
28.2.5.5.1 "The provisions of
28.2.5.5 apply to exterior exit access routes and interior corridors."
2. Add a new subparagraph
28.2.5.6.1 to read as follows:
28.2.5.6.1
"The provisions of 28.2.5.6 apply to exterior exit access routes and interior
corridors."
3. Add a new
subparagraph 28.3.2.2.1.1 to read as follows:
28.3.2.2.1.1 "The provisions of 28.3.2.2
shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor
equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input
rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any
combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall
be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control
panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
4. Delete paragraph 28.3.4.5 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
28.3.4.5 "A corridor smoke detection system
in accordance with O.C.G.A. Sections
25-2-13(d)&
25-2-40 shall be provided in all
interior corridors, halls and passageways.
28.3.4.5.1 The provisions of 28.3.4.5 are not
required in hotels and motels protected throughout by an approved supervised
automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 28.3.5. Dormitory
facilities shall still be required to provide a corridor smoke detection system
in accordance with O.C.G.A. Sections
25-2-13(d) and
25-2-40."
5. Add a new
subparagraph 28.3.4.6.1 to read as follows:
28.3.4.6.1 "A smoke alarm shall be mounted on
the ceiling or wall at a point centrally located in the corridor, hall or area
giving access to each group of rooms used for sleeping purposes. Such smoke
alarm shall be listed and meet the installation requirements of NFPA 72,
National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, and be powered from
the building's electrical system. In addition, 11/2-hour emergency power supply
source is required for the back-up power of the smoke alarms."
6. Add a new
subparagraph 28.3.4.6.2 to read as follows:
28.3.4.6.2 "Each living area within a
guestroom or suite which is separated by doors or folding partitions shall be
provided with an approved single station smoke alarm in accordance with
9.6.2.10 of this Code. The smoke alarm shall be powered from
the building's electrical system."
7. Delete subsections 28.7.1, 28.7.2, 28.7.3,
and 28.7.5 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
28.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Hotels and dormitories (Group R-2 occupancies) shall
develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for
the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be
developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4
of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(y)
Modification to Chapter 29:
1. Delete paragraph 29.2.5.3 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
29.2.5.3 "Exterior exit access or internal
corridors shall be arranged so there are no dead ends in excess of 50 feet (15
m)."
2. Add a new
subparagraph 29.3.4.5.3 to read as follows:
29.3.4.5.3 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1
and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply."
3. Add a new subparagraph 29.3.4.5.4 to read
as follows:
29.3.4.5.4 "A corridor smoke
detection system in accordance with O.C.G.A. Sections
25-2-13(d) and
25-2-40 shall be provided in all
interior corridors, halls and passageways.
29.3.4.5.4.1 The provisions of 29.3.4.5.1 do
not apply in hotels and motels protected throughout by an approved supervised
automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 28.3.5.
29.3.4.5.4.2 Dormitory facilities shall be
required to provide a corridor smoke detection system in accordance with
O.C.G.A. Sections
25-2-13(d) and
25-2-40."
4. Delete subsections 29.7.1, 29.7.2, 29.7.3,
and 29.7.5 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
29.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Hotels and dormitories (Group R-2 occupancies) shall
develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for
the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be
developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4
of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(z)
Modification to Chapter 30:
1. Delete paragraph 30.2.1.3 in its entirety
and replace with the following new 30.2.1.3
30.2.1.3 Bathtub, Bathtub-Shower Combinations
and Shower Grab Bars.
30.2.1.3.1 Where
bathtubs, bathtub-shower combinations, or showers are present in apartments
marketed as senior apartments or apartments designated as 55 or older
communities, grab bars shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of
24.2.8.
30.2.1.3.2 In apartments
not marketed as senior apartments or apartments designated as 55 or older
communities sufficient structural supporting shall be installed so that
bathtubs, bathtub-shower combinations, or showers are adaptable to meet the
provisions of 24.2.8.
30.2.1.3.3
Where requested by a tenant, the apartment owner / management shall install
grab bars in accordance with 24.2.8 at no cost to the tenant.
2. Delete item (2) of
subsection 30.2.4.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(2) "The dwelling unit has direct access to
an outside stair complying with 7.2.2 that serves a maximum of two units where
both of which are located on the same floor. This does not preclude two stairs
serving a floor level with a maximum of four units with an open breezeway
connecting and allowing access to either exit stair."
3. Add a new subparagraph 30.3.2.1.3 to read
as follows:
30.3.2.1.3 "The provisions of
30.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor
equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input
rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any
combustible storage, and a minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access
shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency
control panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
4. Delete the words 'fuel
fired' from Table 30.3.2.1.1
5.
Delete subparagraph 30.3.4.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
30.3.4.5 "Approved single station
or multiple station detectors continuously powered from the building's
electrical system shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 in every
living unit within the apartment building regardless of the number of stories
or number of apartments. In addition, a 11/2-hour emergency power supply source
is required for the back-up power of the detector. When activated, the detector
shall initiate an alarm that is audible in the sleeping rooms of that unit.
This individual unit detector shall be in addition to any sprinkler system or
other detection system that may be installed in the building."
6. Delete paragraph
30.3.6.2.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
30.3.6.2.3 "Doors that open onto exit access
corridors shall be self-closing and self-latching, with a listed pneumatic
closure or three heavy-duty spring-loaded hinges."
7. Delete subsection 30.7.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
30.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Residential facilities (Group R-2 occupancies) shall
develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for
the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, resident training, and safety practices shall be
developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4
of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(aa)
Modifications to Chapter
31:
1. Delete item (2) of subsection
31.2.4.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(2) "The dwelling unit has direct access to
an outside stair complying with 7.2.2 that serves a maximum of two units where
both units are located on the same floor. This does not preclude two stairs
serving a floor level with a maximum of four units with an open breezeway
connecting and allowing access to either exit stair."
2. Add a new subparagraph 31.3.4.5.2.1 to
read as follows:
31.3.4.5.2.1 "The provisions
of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply."
3. Add a new subparagraph 31.3.4.5.4.1 to
read as follows:
31.3.4.5.4.1 "The provisions
of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply."
4. Delete subsection 31.7.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
31.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Residential facilities (Group R-2 occupancies) shall
develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for
the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, resident training, and safety practices shall be
developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4
of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(bb)
Modifications to Chapter
32:
Delete paragraph 32.1.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in
its place the following:
32.1.1.1
"
General. The requirements of this chapter shall apply to new
buildings or portions thereof used as residential board and care occupancies
(See 3.3.196.12* and 3.3.214* and their Annex A notes). This designation shall
include, but may not be limited to, a personal care home or community living
arrangement, as defined in
120-3-3-.03 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
32.1.1.1.1
Additions, Conversions,
Modernizations, Renovations, and Construction Operations. Additions
shall be separated from any existing structure not conforming to the provisions
of Chapter 32 by a fire barrier having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance
rating and constructed of materials as required for the addition. (See 4.6.5
and 4.6.7) Doors in fire barriers shall normally be kept closed, however, doors
shall be permitted to be held open if they meet the requirements of 7.2.1.8.2,
and such doors shall be released upon activation of the building fire alarm
system.
32.1.1.1.1.2.
Conversion. For purposes of this chapter, exceptions for
conversions shall apply only for a change of occupancy from an existing
residential or health care occupancy.
32.1.1.1.1.3
Change of
Occupancy. A change from a licensed personal care home to an assisted
living community or memory care unit shall be considered a change of occupancy
or subclassification and would be required to meet the provisions of Chapter 35
for existing construction. Such changes in occupancy classification or
subclassification are considered as proposed (new) buildings and shall be
subject to the applicable administrative provisions of Section 103 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
32.1.1.1.4.
Renovations, Alterations,
and Modernizations. (See 4.6.7)
32.1.1.1.5.
Construction, Repair, and
Improvement Operations. (See 4.6.10)"
2. Delete paragraph 32.1.1.4 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
32.1.1.4 "Personal Care Homes and Community
Living Arrangements with Five or More Residents. A personal care home or
community living arrangement with five or more residents, as defined in 120-3
.3-.03 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall
comply with the general provisions of 32.1 of this Chapter 32, and with the
applicable provisions for residential board and care occupancies as defined in
3.3.196.12 of this
Code. The provisions of Chapter 32 for
large facilities are deemed to provide for the use of "defend in place" fire
response strategies should self-preservation measures not be deemed successful.
32.1.1.4.1
Goals and Objectives.
The goals and objectives of Sections 4.1 and 4.2 of this Code
shall be met with due consideration for functional requirements, which are
accomplished by limiting the development and spread of a fire to the room of
origin and reducing the need for total occupant evacuation except for the room
of fire origin.
32.1.1.4.2
Total Concept. All new personal care homes, and community living
arrangements with five or more residents shall be constructed, maintained, and
operated to minimize the possibility of a fire emergency requiring the
evacuation of occupants.
32.1.1.4.2.1 Because
the safety of personal care home residents or residents of a community living
arrangement cannot be adequately ensured by dependence on evacuation of the
building, their protection from fire shall be provided by appropriate
arrangement of facilities; adequate trained staff (refer to 406.2.1 of the
International Fire Code as adopted by 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner); and development of operating and
maintenance procedures composed of the following:
(1) Design, construction, and
compartmentation
(2) Provision for
detection, alarm, and extinguishment
(3) Fire protection and planning, training,
and drilling programs for the isolation of fire, transfer of occupants to areas
of refuge, or evacuation of the building."
3. Delete paragraph
32.1.1.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.1.1.5 "All new facilities classified as
residential board and care occupancies shall conform to the requirements of
this chapter. This chapter is divided into six sections as follows:
(1) Section 32.1 - General
Requirements.
(2) Section 32.2 -
Small Facilities (Sleeping accommodations for not more than six residents.
(Includes Personal Care Homes and Community Living Arrangements for five or six
residents)
(3) Section 32.3 - Large
Facilities (Sleeping accommodations for seven or more residents. This includes
Personal Care Homes, as defined in section
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3,
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. It also includes
Community Living Arrangements with seven or more residents.)
(4) Section 32.4 - Additional minimum
requirements for an Apartment Building Housing a Board and Care
Occupancy.
(5) Section 32.5 -
Community Living Arrangement Facilities (small and large) (As defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner)
(6) Section 32.7 Operating
Features."
4.
Delete subsection 32.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
32.1.2 "
Classification of
Occupancy. See 6.1.9 and provisions of this Chapter 32, and the
applicable definitions in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
5. Delete subparagraph 32.2.1.1.1 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.2.1.1.1 "Scope. This section
applies to a community living arrangement with 5 to 6 residents and to
residential board and care occupancies, including a personal care home,
providing sleeping accommodations for not more than 6 residents. Where there
are sleeping accommodations for more than 6 residents of a residential board
and care occupancy, including a personal care home or community living
arrangement, the occupancy shall be classed as a large facility. The
requirements for large facilities are found in Section 32.3. The provisions of
32.5 also apply to community living arrangements. (Also see 3.3.196.12.)"
6. Add a new paragraph
32.2.1.5 to read as follows:
32.2.1.5
"Classification of Hazards of Contents. Contents of Residential
Board and Care occupancies shall be classified in accordance with the
provisions of Section 6.2."
7. Add a new subparagraph 32.2.3.2.6 to read
as follows:
32.2.3.2.6 "Residential cooking
appliances such as stoves (a maximum of four surface burners or cooking
elements) and griddles shall be protected by a listed self-contained
residential fire suppression systems located in residential hoods over each
cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside.
Automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power source shall be provided.
Commercial cooking appliances including fryers shall be protected in accordance
with 9.2.3, and shall not be required to have openings protected between food
preparation areas and dining areas.
32.2.3.2.6.1 Subject to the approval of the
authority having jurisdiction, the protection of residential cooking equipment
shall not be required in buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system
as provided in 32.2.3.5. The protection authorized by 32.2.3.5.5 is acceptable
for purposes of this section, provided, however, exhaust hood shall still be
required to be vented to the outside.
32.2.3.2.6.2 Subject to the approval of the
authority having jurisdiction, no protection is required over residential
cooking appliances such as grills and stoves in facilities which have a prompt
evacuation capability and having a licensed capacity as determined by the
Department of Human Resources of six or less residents."
8. Add new subparagraph
32.2.3.4.5.5 to read as follows:
32.2.3.4.5.5
"Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g.,
for hearing impaired persons."
9. Delete subparagraph 32.2.3.5.2 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.2.3.5.2 "*In conversions, sprinklers shall
not be required in small board and care homes, including personal care homes
and community living arrangements serving six or fewer residents when all
occupants have the ability as a group to move reliably to a point of safety
within three minutes.
32.2.3.5.2.1 Where the
provisions of 32.2.3.5.2 are not met and maintained, the sprinkler protection
requirement may be met through the installation of a sprinkler system complying
with 32.2.3.5."
10. Add a new subsection 32.2.3.5.9 to read
as follows:
32.2.3.5.9 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
residential board and care occupancies and on each floor of a personal care
home or community living arrangement facility in accordance with 9.9."
11. Delete (1) of
subparagraph 32.2.3.6.1 and substitute in its place the following:
(1) "The separation walls of sleeping rooms
shall be capable of resisting fire for not less than 30 minutes, which is
considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with
materials such as, but not limited to, 1/2 inch thick gypsum board, wood lath
and plaster, or metal lath and plaster. It shall be acceptable for corridor
walls to terminate at a ceiling which is constructed similar to a corridor wall
capable of resisting fire for not less than 30 minutes."
12. Add new subparagraph 32.2.5.2.4 to read
as follows:
32.2.5.2.4 "Portable electric and
liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to
be portable are prohibited in all portions of small residential board and care
occupancies, including personal care homes and community living arrangements.
32.2.5.2.4.1 In emergency conditions when
approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be
portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly
protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufacturer's
instructions and the authority having jurisdiction."
13. Delete subparagraph
32.3.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.3.1.1.1 "This section applies to
residential board and care occupancies, including licensed personal care homes
and community living arrangements with more than 6 residents, as defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Where there are
sleeping accommodations for six or less residents, or a community living
arrangement for 5 to 6 residents, the occupancy shall be classed as a small
facility. The requirements for small facilities are found in Section
32.2.
14. Add a new
Section 32.3.1.2 to read as follows:
32.3.1.2
"
Assisted Living Communities and Memory Care Units.
32.3.1.2.1 This chapter shall not apply to
any building, or portion thereof, newly constructed, or substantially
renovated, as defined in O.C.G.A.
25-2-14(d), so as
to be designated and licensed by the Georgia Department of Community Health as
an assisted living community or memory care unit, as defined in Section
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Refer to Chapter 34
or 35 for the applicable requirements for such facilities."
15. Delete
32.3.1.2 and insert a new 32.3.1.2 to read as follows:
32.3.1.2
Requirements Based on
Evacuation Capability. Definitions for the classifications of evacuation
capability are defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. For purposes of
Section 32.3, large facilities are assumed to have an impractical evacuation
capability.
16. Add a
new item 8 to subparagraph 32.3.2.2.2 to read as follows:
(9) ": Doors to resident rooms may be subject
to being locked by the occupant, if they can be unlocked from the opposite side
and keys are carried by staff at all times. Additional keys must be
available/accessible to the staff."
17. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.6.1 to read
as follows:
32.3.2.6.1 "Travel distance shall
not exceed 35 feet (10.7 m) in any story below the level of exit discharge
occupied for public purposes."
18. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.6.2 to read
as follows:
32.3.2.6.2 "Travel distance shall
not exceed 75 feet (22.9 m) in any story below the level of exit discharge not
occupied for public purposes."
19. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.6.3 to read
as follows:
32.3.2.6.3 "Any story below the
level of exit discharge occupied for public purposes shall have at least two
separate exits provided from each story with a maximum dead-end corridor of 20
feet (6.1 m). Any floor below the level of exit discharge not open to the
public and used only for mechanical equipment, storage, and service operations
(other than kitchens which are considered part of the residential board and
care occupancies) shall have exits appropriate to its actual occupancy in
accordance with other applicable sections of this
Code."
20. Delete paragraph 32.3.2.9 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
32.3.2.9 "Emergency lighting in accordance
with Section 7.9 of the
Code shall be provided in means of
egress and common areas in all residential board and care occupancies.
32.3.2.9.1 "Where each resident room has a
direct exit to the outside of the building at ground level, no emergency
lighting shall be required."
21. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.11.1 to
read as follows:
32.3.2.11.1 "Every stairwell
door shall allow reentry from the stairwell to the interior of the building or
an automatic release shall be provided to unlock all stairwell doors to allow
re-entry. Such automatic release shall be actuated with the initiation of the
building fire alarm system or upon loss of power."
22. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.3.1.4 to read
as follows:
32.3.3.1.4 "Stairway enclosures
shall not be required where a one-story stair connects two levels within a
single dwelling unit, resident room or suite."
23. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.3.2.4 to read
as follows:
32.3.3.2.4 "The provisions of
Table 32.3.3.2.2 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment,
compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total
aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be
used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed
access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or
emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
24. Delete subparagraph
32.3.3.4.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.3.3.4.7 "
Smoke Alarms. Each
sleeping room shall be provided with an approved single station smoke alarm in
accordance with 9.6.2.10. Approved smoke alarms shall be powered by the
building's electrical system and be provided with a 11/2-hour emergency power
source."
32.3.3.4.7.1 Strobe alarms shall be
used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired
residents in personal care homes or Community Living
Arrangements."
25. Delete subparagraph 32.3.3.4.8 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.3.3.4.8 "
Smoke Detection
Systems. All corridors and common spaces shall be provided with smoke
detectors in accordance with NFPA 72,
National Fire Alarm and Signaling
Code, arranged to initiate the fire alarm such that it is audible in
all sleeping areas. Detectors shall be located in corridors or hallway so there
is a detector within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the wall and at least every 30 feet
(9.1 m) thereafter. Where a building has more than one floor level, a detector
shall be located at the top of each stair and inside each enclosure. (Refer to
3.3.264)
32.3.3.4.8.1 Detectors may be
excluded from crawl spaces beneath the building and unused and unfinished
attics.
32.3.3.4.8.2 Unenclosed
corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or other arrangements where one
or more sides along the long dimension are fully or extensively open to the
exterior at all times."
26. Delete subparagraph 32.3.3.5.7 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.3.3.5.7 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
residential board and care occupancies and on each floor of a personal care
home or community living arrangement facility in accordance with 9.9."
27. Delete subparagraph
32.3.3.6.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.3.3.6.6 "There shall be no louvers,
transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages penetrating such
walls or doors other than properly installed heating and utility installations.
Unprotected openings shall be prohibited in partitions of interior corridors
serving as exit access from resident rooms. Transfer grilles, whether protected
by fusible link operated dampers or not, shall not be used in corridor walls or
doors between resident rooms and interior corridors.
32.3.3.6.6.1 Existing transoms installed in
corridor partitions of resident rooms shall be fixed in the closed position and
shall be covered or otherwise protected to provide a fire-resistance rating at
least equivalent to that of the wall in which they are installed."
28. Add a new
subparagraph 32.3.5.2.4 to read as follows:
32.3.5.2.4 "Portable electric and liquefied
petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to be
portable are prohibited in all portions of large residential board and care
occupancies.
32.3.5.2.4.1 "In emergency
conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment
designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such
equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by
the manufactures instructions and the authority having jurisdiction."
29. Delete
section 32.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.5 "
Community Living Arrangement
Facilities.
32.5.1
General. The following shall be provided in addition to the
requirements of this Chapter for facilities subject to being licensed as a
Community Living Arrangement. Where there are conflicts in requirements
specified elsewhere in this Chapter, the requirements specified under Section
32.5 shall prevail.
32.5.2 Address
identification. Community Living Arrangement structures shall have approved
address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in
accordance with the provisions of the International Fire
Code.
32.5.3
Means
of Egress.
32.5.3.1
Number of
Means of Escape. In any dwelling or dwelling unit of two rooms or more,
every sleeping room and every living area shall have not less than one primary
means of escape and one secondary means of escape.
32.5.3.1.1 A secondary means of escape shall
not be required where the bedroom or living area has a door leading directly to
the outside of the building at or to grade level.
32.5.3.1.2
Exits for the mobility
impaired. A Community Living Arrangement serving a resident dependent
upon a wheelchair or other mechanical device for mobility shall provide at
least two (2) exits from the Community Living Arrangement, remote from each
other, which are accessible to the residents."
32.5.3.2
Bedrooms. Bedrooms for
residents shall be separated from halls, corridors and other rooms by floor to
ceiling walls. capable of resisting fire for not less than 1/2-hour, which is
considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with
lath and plaster or materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier. Sleeping
room doors shall be substantial doors, such as those of 13/4-in. (4.4-cm)
thick, solid-bonded wood core construction or other construction of equal or
greater stability and fire integrity. Any vision panels shall be fixed fire
window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 or shall be wired glass not
exceeding 1296 in. 2 (0.84 m2) each in area and installed in approved frames.
32.5.3.2.1 A room shall not be used as a
bedroom where more than one-half the room height is below ground
level.
32.5.3.2.2 Bedrooms which
are partially below ground level shall have adequate natural light and
ventilation and be provided with two useful means of egress.
32.5.3.2.3 Bedrooms occupied by residents
shall have doors that can be closed. Doors shall be not less than 32 in. (81
cm) wide.
32.5.3.2.4 Any door in
the path of travel of a means of means of egress or escape shall be not less
than 32 in. (81 cm) wide.
32.5.3.2.5 Residents who need assistance with
ambulation shall be provided bedrooms that have access to a ground-level exit
to the outside or provided bedrooms above ground level that have access to
exits with easily negotiable ramps or easily accessible lifts.
32.5.3.3
Locks.
32.5.3.3.1 Bedrooms may have locks on doors
provided both the occupant and staff are provided with keys to ensure easy
entry. Double-cylinder locks (locks requiring a key on both sides) are
prohibited be used on the bedroom door of a resident.
32.5.3.3.2 Exterior doors shall be equipped
with locks that do not require keys to open the door from the inside.
32.5.4
Detection
and Alarm Systems
32.5.4.1 A fire alarm
system meeting the minimum requirements for Single- and Multiple Station Alarms
and Household Fire Alarm Systems per NFPA 72 shall be installed.
32.5.4.2
Smoke Detection.
32.5.4.2.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed in
accordance with the provisions of 9.6.2.10. Any additional detection/alarm
devices shall be as established by O.C.G.A. ยง
25-2-40.
32.5.4.2.2 Smoke alarms shall be installed on
all levels, including basements but excluding crawl spaces and unfinished
attics.
32.5.4.2.3 Additional smoke
alarms shall be installed for all living areas as defined in 3.3.119 and
3.3.25.5.
32.5.4.2.4 Strobe alarms
shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing
impaired persons.
32.5.4.3
Carbon Monoxide
Detectors.
32.5.4.3.1 Carbon monoxide
detectors shall be provided in accordance with 32.3.3.4.9.
32.5.5
Protection.
32.5.5.1
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with 9.9 shall
be provided near hazardous areas.
32.5.5.1.1
At least one 2A rated multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher shall be provided on
each occupied floor and in the basement that shall be readily
accessible.
32.5.5.1.2 Required
portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained annually by a
licensed fire safety technician annually in accordance with NFPA 10.
32.5.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections
shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure
they are charged and in operable condition.
32.5.6
Heating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning.
32.5.6.1 Portable space
heaters shall not be used.
32.5.6.2
Fire screens and protective devices shall be used with fireplaces, stoves
and fixed heaters.
32.5.6.3
A water temperature monitor or a scald valve shall be installed where necessary
to ensure the safety of the residents. Heated water provided for use of
residents shall not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the hot water fixture,
unless a cooler temperature is required by the needs of the
individual.
32.5.7
Operating Features.
32.5.7.1
Staffing. The Community Living Arrangement shall have as many
qualified and trained employees on duty as shall be needed to safeguard
properly the health, safety, and welfare of residents and ensure the provision
of services the residents require to be delivered in the Community Living
Arrangement.
32.5.7.1.1 Before working
independently with residents, each staff member shall be trained and show
continuing evidence of competence in fire safety and emergency evacuation
procedures. A resident shall not be considered a staff person in the residence
in which they live. (Refer to Chapter 4 of the International Fire
Code regarding care-giver minimum training requirements.)
32.5.7.2
Evacuation
Capabilities. Community Living Arrangement shall maintain a staffing
ratio sufficient to ensure that all residents can successfully respond to a
fire or other emergency using self-preservation or assisted preservation
measures as defined by
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Residents who cannot
successfully respond shall be provided with a minimum of one dedicated employee
whose primary responsibility is to provide evacuation of the resident in the
event of a fire or other emergency. The dedicated employee/employees shall be
in close attendance to the affected resident at all times.
32.5.7.3
Drills. Fire drills
shall be conducted at least quarterly on each shift. At least two drills per
calendar year shall be during sleeping hours. All fire drills shall be
documented with staffing involved. (See Chapter 4 of the International
Fire Code regarding fire and emergency evacuation drills.)
32.5.7.4
Procedures. There shall
be established procedures and mechanisms for alerting and caring for residents
in case of emergencies and for evacuating them to safety. An evacuation plan
with clear instructions shall be available within each resident room. Each
sleeping room shall have a secondary exit, which may be a door or a window
usable for escape."
30. Delete subsections 32.7.1, 32.7.2, and
32.7.3 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
32.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Residential board and care facilities (Group I-1 and R-4
occupancies), including personal care homes and community living arrangements
shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices
for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, resident training, and safety
practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The
specific provisions of 32.5.7 shall also apply to community living
arrangements."
31. Delete
subsection 32.7.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
32.7.4 "
Smoking. Smoking
regulations shall be adopted and shall include the following minimal
provisions.
32.7.4.1 Smoking shall be
prohibited in any room, area or compartment where flammable liquids,
combustible gases, or oxygen are used or stored and in any other hazardous
location. Such areas shall be posted with 'NO SMOKING'
signs.
32.7.4.2 Smoking by
residents classified as not responsible shall be prohibited, Exception unless
the resident is under direct supervision.
32.7.4.3 Ashtrays of noncombustible material
and safe design shall be provided in all areas where smoking is
permitted.
32.7.4.4 Metal
containers with self-closing cover devices into which ashtrays may be emptied
shall be readily available in all areas where smoking is permitted."
32. Add a new paragraph
33.7.5.4 to read as follows:
32.7.5.4
"Wastebaskets and other waste containers shall be of noncombustible or other
approved materials."
(cc)
Modifications to Chapter
33:
1. Delete paragraphs 33.1.4.1 and
33.1.4.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
33.1.4.1 "
General. For
definitions see Chapter 3, Definitions and
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner (RRSFC). Where there
is a difference in definitions, the definitions in
120-3-3-.03 shall prevail.
33.1.4.2
Special Definitions.
(1) Broad and Care Occupancies, Residential.
See RRSFC
120-3-3-.03.
(2) Community Living Arrangement. See RRSFC
120-3-3-.03
(3) Evacuation Capability, Impractical. See
RRSFC
120-3-3-.03.
(4) Evacuation Capability, Prompt. See RRSFC
120-3-3.03.
(5) Evacuation
Capability, Slow. See RRSFC
120-3-3-.03.
2. Add new subparagraphs 33.1.1.4.1 through
33.1.1.4.3 to read as follows:
33.1.1.4.1
"Community Living Arrangements for five to six residents shall comply with the
requirements of Sections 33.2 and 33.5
33.1.1.4.2 Community Living Arrangements for
seven or more residents shall comply with the requirements of Sections 33.3 and
33.5.
33.1.1.4.3 Refer to
120-3-3-.03 for the definition of a
"Community Living Arrangement."
33.1.1.4.4 Existing large personal care homes
with 25 or more residents desiring to be licensed as an Assisted Living
Community or as a Memory Care Unit, both as defined in
120-3-3-.03 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall meet the requirements for a
conversion to a large residential board and care occupancy and the applicable
provisions for assisted living communities or memory care units as set forth by
Chapter 35 of this
Code. (Also defined in RRSFC
120-3-3-.03)."
3. Delete paragraph 33.1.1.5 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
33.1.1.5 "All existing facilities classified
as residential board and care occupancies shall conform to the requirements of
this chapter. This chapter is divided into six sections as follows:
(1) Section 33.1 - General
Requirements.
(2) Section 33.2 -
Small Facilities (sleeping accommodations for not more than six residents.
Includes small personal care homes and community living
arrangements.)
(3) Section 33.3 -
Large Facilities (sleeping accommodations for seven or more residents. This
includes existing "personal care homes" as defined in section
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3,
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and not licensed as an
"Assisted Living Community" or "Memory Care Unit")
(4) Section 33.4 - Additional minimum
requirements for an Apartment Building Housing a Board and Care
Occupancy.
(5) Section 33.5 -
Community Living Arrangement Facilities
(6) Section 33.7 - Operating Features."
4. Add a new
subsection 33.1.9 to read as follows:
33.1.9
"Classification of Hazards of Contents. Contents of Residential
Board and Care occupancies shall be classified in accordance with the
provisions of Section 6.2."
5. Delete paragraph 33.2.1.1 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
33.2.1.1 "Scope. This section
applies to residential board and care occupancies, including community living
arrangements with 5 to 6 residents and personal care homes providing sleeping
accommodations for not more than six residents. Where there are sleeping
accommodations for more than six residents of a residential board and care
occupancy or a community living arrangement more than 6, the occupancy shall be
classed as a large facility. The requirements for large facilities are found in
Section 33.3."
6. Add a
new paragraph 33.2.1.5 to read as follows:
33.2.1.5 "Occupant Load. The
occupant load of small Residential Board and Care occupancies (personal care
occupancies) or any individual story or section thereof for the purpose of
determining exits shall be the maximum number of persons intended to occupy the
floor on the basis of the occupant load factors of Table 7.3.1.2. (Also see
3.3.22.2.1 for Gross Floor Area.)"
7. Add a new subparagraph 33.2.3.2.6 to read
as follows:
33.2.3.2.6 "Residential cooking
appliances such as stoves and griddles shall be protected by listed
self-contained residential fire suppression systems located in residential
hoods over each cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the
outside. Automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power source shall be
provided. Commercial cooking appliances including fryers shall be protected in
accordance with 9.2.3 and shall not be required to have openings protected
between food preparation areas and dining areas.
33.2.3.2.6.1 "Subject to the approval of the
authority having jurisdiction, the protection of residential cooking equipment
shall not be required in buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system
as provided in 33.2.3.5. The exhaust hood is still required to be vented to the
outside.
33.2.3.2.6.2 "No
protection is required over residential cooking appliances such as grills and
stoves in facilities which have prompt evacuation capability and have a
licensed capacity as determined by the Department of Community Health of six or
less residents."
8. Add new subparagraph 33.2.3.4.3.1 to read
as follows:
33.2.3.4.3.1 "Strobe alarms shall
be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired
persons."
9. Add a new
subparagraph 33.2.3.4.3.1 to read as follows:
33.2.3.4.3.1 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1
and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply.
10. Add new subparagraph 33.2.3.4.5 to read
as follows:
33.2.3.4.5 "Carbon Monoxide
Detectors. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in all community
living arrangements where natural gas, LP gas or heating oil is used to heat
the residence or where a solid fuel-burning appliance is located in the
residence."
11. Delete
subparagraph 33.2.3.5.3.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
33.2.3.5.3.7 "Impractical and
Slow Evacuation Capability. All slow and impractical evacuation
capability facilities shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised
automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 33.2.3.5.3."
12. Add new subparagraph
33.2.5.2.4 to read as follows:
33.2.5.2.4
"Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space
heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of small
residential board and care occupancies, including personal care homes and
community living arrangements.
33.2.5.2.4.1
In emergency conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction,
equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided
such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as
specified by the manufactures instructions and the authority having
jurisdiction."
13. Add a new subsection 33.2.6 to read as
follows:
33.2.6 "
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
residential board and care occupancies, personal care homes or community living
arrangement facilities as follows.
33.2.6.1
Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with Section 9.9 of this
Code shall be provided near hazardous areas. Also, at least
one 2A rated multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher shall be provided on each
occupied floor and in the basement, and they shall be readily accessible.
33.2.6.1.2 Required portable fire
extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained at least annually by a licensed
fire safety technician in accordance with NFPA 10.
33.6.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections
shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure
they are charged and in operable condition."
14. Delete paragraph
33.3.1.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.1.1.1 "Scope. This section
applies to residential board and care occupancies, including personal care
homes and community living arrangements providing sleeping accommodations for 7
or more residents. Where there are sleeping accommodations for six or less
residents or a community living arrangement for 5 to 6 residents, the occupancy
shall be classed as a small facility. The requirements for small facilities are
found in Section 33.2."
15. Delete 33.3.1.2.2* in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
33.3.1.2.2 "*Impractical. Large
facilities classified as impractical evacuation capability shall meet the
requirements of 33.3 for impractical evacuation capability, or the requirements
for new large facilities in Chapter 32, unless the authority having
jurisdiction has determined equivalent safety is provided in accordance with
Section 1.4."
16. Add a
new subsection 33.3.1.4 to read as follows:
33.3.1.4 "Occupant Load. The
occupant load of small Residential Board and Care occupancies or Personal Care
occupancies or any individual story or section thereof for the purpose of
determining exits shall be the maximum number of persons intended to occupy the
floor as determined on the basis of the occupant load factors of Table 7.3.1.2.
Gross floor area shall be measured within the exterior building walls with no
deductions. (See 3.3.22.2.1)."
17. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.3.1.1.4 to
read as follows:
33.3.3.1.1.4 "Enclosure of
stairs, smoke proof towers and exit passageways in buildings existing prior to
April 15, 1986, shall be fire barriers of at least 20-minute fire-resistance
rating with all openings protected in accordance with paragraph 8.3.3 of this
Code in buildings less than three stories in height. In
buildings existing prior to April 15, 1986, more than three stories in height,
the enclosure shall not be less than a 1-hour fire-resistance rating with all
openings protected in accordance with paragraph 8.3.4.4 of this
Code."
18. Add a new exception to subparagraph
33.3.2.2.2(10) to read as follows:
33.3.2.2.2(10) "Doors to resident rooms may
be subject to being locked by the occupant, if they can be unlocked from the
opposite side and keys are carried by staff at all times. Additional keys must
be available to and accessible by the staff."
19. Delete subparagraph 33.3.2.5.4 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.2.5.4 "No dead-end corridor shall exceed
35 feet (10.7 m)."
20.
Delete subparagraph 33.3.2.6.3.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place
the following:
33.3.2.6.3.3 "Travel distance
to exits shall not exceed 150 feet (45.7 m) if the exit access and any portion
of the building that is tributary to the exit access are protected throughout
by approved automatic sprinkler systems. In addition, the portion of the
building in which the 150 feet (45.7 m) travel distance is permitted shall be
separated from the remainder of the building by construction having not less
than a 1-hour fire-resistance rating for buildings not greater than three
stories in height and 2-hour for buildings greater than three stories in
height."
21. Add a new
subparagraph 3 3.3.2.6.3.4 to read as follows:
33.3.2.6.3.4 "No residents shall be located
on floors below the level of exit discharge.
33.3.2.6.3.4.1 In facilities existing prior
to April 15, 1986, any floor below the level of exit discharge occupied for
public purposes shall have exits arranged such that it will not be necessary to
travel more than 100 feet (30.5 m) from the door of any room to reach the
nearest exit."
22. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.2.6.4 to read
as follows:
33.3.2.6.4 "Any floor below the
level of exit discharge not open to the public and used only for mechanical
equipment, storage, and service operations (other than kitchens which are
considered part of the residential board and care occupancies) shall have exits
appropriate to its actual occupancy in accordance with other applicable
sections of this Code."
23. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.2.7.1 to read
as follows:
33.3.2.7.1 "At least half of the
required exit capacity of upper floors, exclusive of horizontal exits, shall
lead directly to the street or through a yard, court, or passageway with
protected openings and separated from all parts of the interior of the
building."
24. Delete
paragraph 33.3.2.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.2.9 "
Emergency Lighting.
Emergency lighting in accordance with Section 7.9 of the
Code
shall be provided in means of egress and common areas in all residential board
and care occupancies.
33.3.2.9.1 Where each
guestroom has a direct exit to the outside of the building at ground level, no
emergency lighting shall be required."
25. Delete 33.3.2.11.1 and insert a new
subparagraph 33.3.2.11.1 to read as follows:
33.3.2.11.1 "Every stairwell door shall allow
re-entry from the stairwell to the interior of the building or an automatic
release shall be provided to unlock all stairwell doors to allow re-entry. Such
automatic release shall be actuated with the initiation of the building fire
alarm system or upon loss of power."
26. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.2.11.3 to
read as follows:
33.3.2.11.3 "Stairway
enclosures shall not be required where a one-story stair connects two levels
within a single dwelling unit, resident room or suite."
27. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.3.1.4 to read
as follows:
33.3.3.1.4 "Any required exit
stair which is so located such that it is necessary to pass through the lobby
or other open space to reach the outside of the building shall be continuously
enclosed down to the lobby level, or to a mezzanine within the lobby.
33.3.3.1.4.1 In existing two-story buildings
only, the second floor level may be fire stopped with a fire barrier having at
least a 1-hour fire-resistance rating. Vision panels not exceeding 1,296 square
inches (8361 cu cm) and installed in steel frames shall be provided in the
doors of the fire barrier."
28. Add two new subparagraphs 33.3.3.2.2.1
and 33.3.3.2.2.2 to read as follows:
33.3.3.2.2.1 "The provisions of 33.3.3.2.2
shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment compressor equipment,
furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less
than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible
storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided
and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or
devices for emergency response purposes."
33.3.3.2.2.2 The provisions of 33.3.3.2.2
shall not apply in existing residential board and care occupancies constructed
prior to April 15, 1986, with regard to the location of the equipment only."
29. Delete section
33.3.3.8 to read as follows:
33.3.3.8.1 "A
personal care home having a licensed capacity as determined by the Department
of Community Health of 16 or less residents shall have residential cooking
appliances such as stoves and griddles protected by a listed self-contained
residential fire suppression system located in residential hood over each
cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside.
Automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power source shall be provided.
Commercial cooking appliances including fryers shall be protected in accordance
with 9.2.3 and shall not be required to have openings protected between food
preparation areas and dining areas.
33.3.3.8.2 A personal care home constructed
prior to January 28, 1993, and having a licensed capacity as determined by the
Department of Community Health of 16 or less residents may have food
preparation facilities in accordance with NFPA 91, Standard for Exhaust Systems
for Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate Solids,
1983 edition.
33.3.3.8.3 A personal
care home constructed prior to January 28, 1993, and having a licensed capacity
as determined by the Department of Community Health of 16 residents or less may
have food preparation facilities which have a ventilating hood meeting the
provisions of NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code, as specified in
Chapters 120-3-14 and 120-3-16, of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, and NFPA 91, Standard for Exhaust Systems for Conveying
of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate Solids, as
specified in Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner.
33.3.3.8.4 Subject to
the approval of the authority having jurisdiction, the protection of
residential cooking equipment shall not be required in buildings protected by
an automatic sprinkler system as provided in 32.2.3.5. The exhaust hood is
still required to be vented to the outside."
30. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.3.4.7.1.1 to
read as follows:
33.3.3.4.7.1.1 "Strobe alarms
shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing
impaired persons located in Community Living Arrangements."
31. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.4.7.2 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.3.4.7.2 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1
and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply."
32. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.4.8 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.3.4.8 "
Smoke Detection
Systems. All corridors and common spaces shall be provided with smoke
detectors in accordance with NFPA 72, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, arranged to initiate the
fire alarm such that it is audible in all sleeping areas. Detectors shall be
located in corridors or hallway so there is a detector within 15 feet (4.6 m)
of the wall and at least every 30 feet (9.1 m) thereafter. Where a building has
more than one floor level, a detector shall be located at the top of each stair
and inside each enclosure.
33.3.3.4.8.2 Smoke
detection systems may be excluded from crawl spaces beneath the building and
unused and unfinished attics.
33.3.3.4.8.3 Smoke detection systems shall
not be required in unenclosed corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or
other arrangements where one or more sides along the long dimension are fully
or extensively open to the exterior at all times."
33. Delete subparagraph
33.3.3.5.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.3.5.2 "Sprinkler installation may be
omitted in bathrooms where the area does not exceed 55 square feet (5.1 sq. m)
and the walls and ceilings, including behind fixtures, are of noncombustible or
limited combustible materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier or in
clothes closets, linen closets, and pantries within the facility where the area
of the space does not exceed 24 square feet (2.2 sq. m) and the least dimension
does not exceed 3 feet (0.91 m) and the walls and ceilings are surfaced with
noncombustible or limited combustible materials as defined by NFPA 220,
Standard on Types of Building Construction, as specified in Chapter
120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
34. Delete subparagraph
33.3.3.5.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.3.5.1.3 "Automatic sprinklers installed
in accordance with NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler
Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, 1991
edition, as modified by Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety
Fire Commissioner, which were in effect shall be acceptable as a complying
sprinkler system."
35. Add
a new subparagraph 33.3.3.5.1.4 to read as follows:
33.3.3.5.1.4 "Automatic sprinkler systems
installed in existing facilities prior to November 1, 1987, may be continued in
use subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction as defined in
paragraph 3.2.2 of the Code."
36. Add new subparagraph 33.3.3.4.9 to read
as follows:
33.3.3.4.9 "Carbon Monoxide
Detectors. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in all community
living arrangements where natural gas, LP gas or heating oil is used to heat
the residence or where a solid fuel-burning appliance is located in the
residence."
37. Delete
subparagraph 33.3.3.5.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
33.3.3.5.7 "Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
residential board and care occupancies and on each floor of a community living
arrangement facility in accordance with 9.9."
38. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.6.1 and
subparagraphs to 33.3.3.6.1 in their entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
33.3.3.6.1 "Access shall be
provided from every resident use area to not less than one means of egress that
is separated from all other rooms or spaces by walls complying with 33.3.3.6.3
through 33.3.3.6.6.3."
39. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.6.3 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.3.3.6.3 "Fire barriers required by
33.3.3.6.1 and 33.3.3.6.2 shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than
30 minutes. Fixed fire window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 shall be
permitted.
33.5.3.6.3.1 The provisions of
33.3.3.6.3 shall not apply where the resident room has a door providing direct
exiting at grade or to an open air balcony leading to exiting at grade."
40. Delete
subparagraph 33.3.3.6.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
33.3.3.6.4 "Doors in fire barriers
required by 33.3.3.6.1 or 33.3.3.6.2 shall have a fire protection rating of not
less than twenty (20) minutes and shall have positive latching.
33.3.3.6.4.1 Existing 13/4 inch (44.5 mm)
thick, solid bonded wood core doors shall be permitted to continue to be used.
These doors shall be positive latching.
33.3.3.6.4.2 Walls that are required only to
resist the passage of smoke, without a fire-resistance rating, shall be
permitted to have doors that resist the passage of smoke without a fire
protection rating. These doors shall be positive latching.
33.3.3.6.4.3 In existing personal care
occupancies existing prior to April 15, 1986, the doors shall be constructed to
resist the passage of smoke and shall be a least equal in fire protection to a
11/4 inch (31.8 mm) thick solid bonded core wood door and shall have positive
latching."
41.
Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.6.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
33.3.3.6.5 "Walls and doors
required by 33.3.3.6.1 and 33.3.3.6.2 shall be constructed to resist the
passage of fire and smoke for not less than 30 minutes. There shall be no
louvers, transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages penetrating
such walls or doors except properly installed heating and utility
installations. Unprotected openings shall be prohibited in partitions of
interior corridors serving as exit access from resident rooms. Transfer
grilles, whether protected by fusible link operated dampers or not, shall not
be used in corridor walls or doors between resident rooms and interior
corridors.
33.3.3.6.5.1 "Existing transoms
installed in corridor partitions of resident rooms shall be fixed in the closed
position and shall be covered or otherwise protected to provide a
fire-resistance rating at least equivalent to that of the wall in which they
are installed."
42. Add new subparagraph 33.3.5.2.4 to read
as follows:
33.3.5.2.4 "Portable electric and
liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fire space heating devices designed to
be portable are prohibited in all portions of large residential board and care
occupancies.
33.3.5.2.4.1 In emergency
conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment
designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such
equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by
the manufactures instructions and the authority having jurisdiction."
43. Delete subsection
33.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
33.5 "
Community Living Arrangement
Facilities.
33.5.1
General. The following shall be provided in addition to the
requirements of this Chapter for facilities subject to being licensed as a
Community Living Arrangement. Where there are conflicts in requirements
specified elsewhere in this Chapter, the requirements specified under Section
33.5 shall prevail.
33.5.2
Address identification. Community Living Arrangement structures
shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building
identification placed in accordance with the provisions of the
International Fire Code.
33.5.3
Means of Egress.
33.5.3.1 A Community Living Arrangement
serving a resident dependent upon a wheelchair or other mechanical device for
mobility shall provide at least two (2) exits from the Community Living
Arrangement, remote from each other, which are accessible to the
residents.
33.5.3.2 Bedrooms for
residents shall be separated from halls, corridors and other rooms by floor to
ceiling walls. capable of resisting fire for not less than 1/2-hour, which is
considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with
lath and plaster or materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier. Sleeping
room doors shall be substantial doors, such as those of 13/4-in. (4.4-cm)
thick, solid-bonded wood core construction or other construction of equal or
greater stability and fire integrity. Any vision panels shall be fixed fire
window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 or shall be wired glass not
exceeding 1296 in. 2 (0.84 m2) each in area and installed in approved
frames.
33.5.3.3 A room shall not
be used as a bedroom where more than one-half the room height is below ground
level.
33.5.3.4 Bedrooms which are
partially below ground level shall have adequate natural light and ventilation
and be provided with two useful means of egress.
33.5.3.5 Bedrooms occupied by residents shall
have doors that can be closed. Doors shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm)
wide.
33.5.3.6 Any door in the path
of travel of a means of means of egress or escape shall be not less than 32 in.
(81 cm) wide.
33.5.3.7 Residents
who need assistance with ambulation shall be provided bedrooms that have access
to a ground-level exit to the outside or provided bedrooms above ground level
that have access to exits with easily negotiable ramps or easily accessible
lifts.
33.5.3.8
Locks.
33.5.3.8.1 Bedrooms may have locks on doors
provided both the occupant and staff are provided with keys to ensure easy
entry. Double-cylinder locks (locks requiring a key on both sides) are
prohibited be used on the bedroom door of a resident.
33.5.3.8.2 Exterior doors shall be equipped
with locks that do not require keys to open the door from the inside.
33.5.3.9 Number of Means of
Escape. In any dwelling or dwelling unit of two rooms or more, every sleeping
room and every living area shall have not less than one primary means of escape
and one secondary means of escape.
33.5.3.9.1
A secondary means of escape shall not be required where the bedroom or living
area has a door leading directly to the outside of the building at or to grade
level.
33.5.4
Detection and Alarm Systems
33.5.4.1 A fire alarm system meeting the
minimum requirements for Single- and Multiple Station Alarms and Household Fire
Alarm Systems per NFPA 72, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be installed.
33.5.4.2
Smoke Detection.
33.5.4.2.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed in
accordance with the provisions of 9.6.2.10. Any additional detection/alarm
devices shall be as established by O.C.G.A. ยง
25-2-40.
33.5.4.2.2 Smoke alarms shall be installed on
all levels, including basements but excluding crawl spaces and unfinished
attics.
33.5.4.2.3 Additional smoke
alarms shall be installed for all living areas as defined in
3.3.22.5.
33.5.4.2.4 Strobe alarms
shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing
impaired persons.
33.5.4.3
Carbon Monoxide
Detectors.
33.5.4.3.1 Carbon monoxide
detectors shall be provided in the residence where natural gas, LP gas or
heating oil is used to heat the residence.
33.5.4.3.2 Carbon monoxide detectors shall be
provided in the residence if a solid fuel-burning fireplace is installed the
residence
33.5.5
Protection.
33.5.5.1
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with 9.9 shall
be provided near hazardous areas.
33.5.5.1.1
At least one 2A rated multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher shall be provided on
each occupied floor and in the basement that shall be readily
accessible.
33.5.5.1.2 Required
portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained annually by a
state licensed or permitted fire extinguisher technician annually in accordance
with NFPA 10, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the
Safety Fire Commissioner.
33.5.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections
shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure
they are charged and in operable condition.
33.5.6
Heating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning.
33.5.6.1 Space heaters
shall not be used.
33.5.6.2 Fire
screens and protective devices shall be used with fireplaces, stoves, and
heaters.
33.5.6.3 A water
temperature monitor or a scald valve shall be installed where necessary to
ensure the safety of the residents. Heated water provided for use of residents
shall not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the hot water fixture, unless a
cooler temperature is required by the needs of the individual.
33.5.7
Operating
Features.
33.5.7.1
Staffing. The Community Living Arrangement shall have as many
qualified and trained employees on duty as shall be needed to safeguard
properly the health, safety, and welfare of residents and ensure the provision
of services the residents require to be delivered in the Community Living
Arrangement.
33.5.7.1.1 Before working
independently with residents, each staff member shall be trained and show
continuing evidence of competence in fire safety and emergency evacuation
procedures. A resident shall not be considered a staff person in the residence
in which they live. (See Chapter 4 of the International Fire
Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner.)
33.5.7.2 Evacuation Capabilities. Community
Living Arrangement shall maintain a staffing ratio sufficient to ensure that
all residents can meet a prompt evacuation capability as defined in
120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Residents who cannot
meet a prompt evacuation capability classification shall be provided with a
minimum of one dedicated employee whose primary responsibility is to provide
evacuation of the resident in the event of a fire or other emergency. The
dedicated employee/employees shall be in close attendance at all
times.
33.5.7.3
Drills. Fire drills shall be conducted at least quarterly on each
shift. At least two drills per calendar year shall be during sleeping hours.
All fire drills shall be documented with staffing involved. (See Chapter 4 of
the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.)
33.5.7.4
Procedures. There shall
be established procedures and mechanisms for alerting and caring for residents
in case of emergencies and for evacuating them to safety. An evacuation plan
with clear instructions shall be available within each residence. Each sleeping
room shall have a secondary exit, which may be a door or a window usable for
escape."
44. Delete subsections 33.7.1, 33.7.2, and
33.7.3 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
33.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Residential board and care facilities (Group I1 and R-4
occupancies), including community living arrangements and personal care homes,
shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices
for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, resident training, and safety
practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
45. Delete subsection
33.7.4 in its entirety and substitute in their place the following:
33.7.4 "
Smoking. Smoking
regulations shall be adopted and shall include the following minimal
provisions.
33.7.4.1 Smoking shall be
prohibited in any room, area or compartment where flammable liquids,
combustible gases, or oxygen are used or stored and in any other hazardous
location. Such areas shall be posted with "NO SMOKING"
signs.
33.7.4.2 Smoking by
residents classified as not responsible shall be prohibited.
33.7.4.2.1 Smoking is permitted by residents
classified as not responsible when under direct supervision.
33.7.4.3 Ashtrays of
noncombustible material and safe design shall be provided in all areas where
smoking is permitted.
33.7.4.4
Metal containers with self-closing cover devices into which ashtrays may be
emptied shall be readily available in all areas where smoking is permitted."
46. Add a new
paragraph 33.7.5.4 to read as follows:
33.7.5.4 "Waste Containers.
Wastebaskets and other waste containers shall be of noncombustible or other
approved materials."
(dd)
Modifications to reserved Chapter
34.
1. Insert a new Chapter 34 to read
as follows:
"Chapter 34 New Assisted Living Community
Occupancies
34.1
General
Requirements.
34.1.1
Application.
34.1.1.1
General.
34.1.1.1.1 The
requirements of this chapter shall apply to new buildings or portions thereof
used as assisted living community occupancies. New buildings or portions
thereof used as assisted living community occupancies shall be permitted to
meet all the requirements for a limited health care occupancy as prescribed in
chapter 18 of this Code in lieu of this chapter. (See
1.3.1).
34.1.1.1.2
Administration. The provisions of Chapter 1, Administration, shall
apply.
34.1.1.1.3
General. The provisions of Chapter 4, General, shall
apply.
34.1.1.1.4 Buildings, or
sections of buildings, that primarily house residents who, in the opinion of
the governing body of the facility and the governmental agency having
jurisdiction, are capable of exercising judgment and appropriate physical
action for self-preservation under emergency conditions shall be permitted to
comply with the provisions of Chapter 32 provided they are separated by a fire
barrier having not less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating and constructed of
materials as required for the addition.
34.1.1.1.5 It shall be recognized that, in
buildings providing care for certain types of residents or having a security
section, it might be necessary to lock doors and bar windows to confine and
protect building inhabitants. In such instances, the authority having
jurisdiction shall require appropriate modifications to those sections of this
Code that would otherwise require means of egress to be kept
unlocked.
34.1.1.1.6 The
requirements of this chapter shall apply based on the assumption that staff is
available in all resident-occupied areas to perform certain fire safety
functions as required in other paragraphs of this chapter.
34.1.1.2
*Goals and Objectives.
The goals and objectives of Sections 4.1 and 4.2 shall be met with due
consideration for functional requirements, which are accomplished by limiting
the development and spread of a fire to the room of fire origin and reducing
the need for occupant evacuation, except from the room of fire origin.
34.1.1.3
Total
Concept.
34.1.1.3.1 All assisted living
community facilities shall be designed, constructed, maintained, and operated
to minimize the possibility of a fire emergency requiring the evacuation of
occupants.
34.1.1.3.2 Because the
safety of assisted living community occupants cannot be ensured adequately by
dependence on evacuation of the building, their protection from fire shall be
provided by appropriate arrangement of facilities; adequate, trained staff; and
development of operating and maintenance procedures composed of the following:
(1) Design, construction, and
compartmentation
(2) Provision for
detection, alarm, and extinguishment
(3) Fire prevention and planning, training,
and drilling programs for the isolation of fire, transfer of occupants to areas
of refuge, or evacuation of the building
34.1.1.4
Additions, Conversions,
Modernization, Renovation, and Construction Operations.
34.1.1.4.1
Additions.
34.1.1.4.1.1 Additions shall be separated
from any existing structure not conforming to the provisions within Chapter 34
by a fire barrier having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating and
constructed of materials as required for the addition. (See 4.6.5 and
4.6.7.)
34.1.1.4.1.2 Doors in
barriers required by 34.1.1.4.1.1 shall normally be kept closed, unless
otherwise permitted by 34.1.1.4.1.3.
34.1.1.4.1.3 Doors shall be permitted to be
held open if they meet the requirements of 34.2.2.4.
34.1.1.4.2
Conversion. For the
purposes of this chapter, exceptions for conversions shall apply only for a
change of occupancy from an existing health care occupancy to an assisted
living community occupancy.
34.1.1.4.3
Changes of Occupancy.
A change from a personal care home to an assisted living community occupancy
shall be considered a change in occupancy or occupancy sub-classification and
would be required to meet the provisions of this Chapter for new construction.
34.1.1.4.4
Renovations,
Alterations, and Modernizations. See 4.6.7.
34.1.1.4.5
Construction, Repair, and
Improvement Operations. See 4.6.10.
34.1.2
Classification of
Occupancy. See 120-3-3.03(4), (14), and 34.1.4.2.
34.1.3
Multiple Occupancies.
34.1.3.1 Multiple occupancies shall comply
with 6.1.14 in buildings other than those meeting the requirement of
34.1.3.2.
34.1.3.2 *Sections of
assisted living community facilities shall be permitted to be classified as
other occupancies, provided that they meet both of the following conditions:
(1) They are not intended to serve assisted
living community occupants or have customary access by assisted living
community residents who are incapable of self-preservation.
(2) They are separated from areas of assisted
living community occupancies by construction having a minimum 2-hour fire
resistance rating.
34.1.3.3 The requirement of 34.1.3.1 shall
not apply to apartment buildings housing assisted living community occupancies
in conformance with Section 34.4. In such facilities, any safeguards required
by Section 34.4 that are more restrictive than those for other housed
occupancies shall apply only to the extent prescribed by Section
34.4.
34.1.3.4 No assisted living
community occupancy shall be located above a nonresidential or non- health care
occupancy, unless the assisted living community occupancy and exits therefrom
are separated from the nonresidential or non-health care occupancy by
construction having a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating.
34.1.3.5 Any area with a hazard of contents
classified higher than that of the assisted living community occupancy and
located in the same building shall be protected as required in 34.2.
34.1.3.6 Non-residential-related occupancies
classified as containing high hazard contents shall not be permitted in
buildings housing assisted living community occupancies.
34.1.4
Definitions.
34.1.4.1
General. For definitions, see
Chapter 3, Definitions.
34.1.4.2
Special Definitions. A
list of special terms used in this chapter follows:
(1) Assisted Living Community Occupancy. See
120-3-3-.03(4).
(3) Evacuation Capability,
Impractical. See
120-3-3-.03(7).
(7) Point of Safety. See 3.3.211 of this
Code.
(8) Thermal
Barrier. See 3.3.31.3 of this
Code.
34.1.5
Classification of Hazard of
Contents. The classification of hazard of contents shall be as defined
in Section 6.2.
34.1.6
Minimum Construction Requirements. Assisted living community
facilities shall be limited to the building construction types specified in
Table 34.1.6 (see 8.2.1), based on the number of stories in height as defined
in 4.6.3.
Table 34.1.6
Table 34.1.6
|
Number of Stories - See Note
b
|
Construction Type
|
Sprinklered See Note a
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
4-12
|
>12
|
Type I(442) a c d
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type I(332) a c d
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type II(222) a c d
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type II(111) a c d
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type II(000) a
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type III(211) a
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type III(200) a
|
YES
|
X
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type IV(2HH) a
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type V(111) a
|
YES
|
X
|
X
|
N.P
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
Type V(000) a
|
YES
|
X
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
NO
|
N.P.
|
N.P
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
N.P.
|
X = Permitted if sprinklered as required by 32.3.3.5.
NP = Not permitted.
a Building shall be protected throughout by an approved
supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1),
and provided with quick response or residential sprinklers throughout. (See
requirements of 34.3.5).
b See requirements of 4.6.3.
c See requirements of 34.1.6.2.1.
d See requirements of 34.1.6.2.2.
34.1.6.1
*Fire Resistance-Rated
Assemblies. Fire resistance-rated assemblies shall comply with Section
8.3.
34.1.6.2
Construction
Type Limitations.
34.1.6.2.1 Any
building of Type I(442), Type I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111)
construction shall be permitted to include roofing systems involving
combustible supports, decking, or roofing, provided that all of the following
criteria are met:
(1) The roof covering shall
meet Class A requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods
for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790, Test Methods for Fire Tests
of Roof Coverings.
(2) The roof
shall be separated from all occupied portions of the building by a
noncombustible floor assembly having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance
rating that includes not less than 2 1/2 in. (63 mm) of concrete or gypsum
fill.
(3) The structural elements
supporting the 2-hour fire resistance-rated floor assembly specified in
34.1.6.2(2) shall be required to have only the fire resistance rating required
of the building.
34.1.6.2.2 Any building of Type I(442), Type
I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111) construction shall be permitted to
include roofing systems involving combustible supports, decking, or roofing,
provided that all of the following criteria are met:
(1) The roof covering shall meet Class A
requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods for
Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790, Test Methods for
Fire Tests of Roof Coverings.
(2) The roof/ceiling assembly shall be
constructed with fire-retardant-treated wood meeting the requirements of NFPA
220, Standard on Types of Building Construction.
(3) The roof/ceiling assembly shall have the
required fire resistance rating for the type of construction.
34.1.6.2.3 Any level below the
level of exit discharge shall be separated from the level of exit discharge by
not less than Type II(111), Type III(211), or Type V(111) construction (see
8.2.1), unless both of the following criteria are met:
(1) Such levels are under the control of the
assisted living community facility.
(2) Any hazardous spaces are protected in
accordance with Section 8.7.
34.1.6.3 All buildings with more than one
level below the level of exit discharge shall have all such lower levels
separated from the level of exit discharge by not less than Type II(111)
construction.
34.1.6.4 Interior
nonbearing walls in buildings of Type I or Type II construction shall be
constructed of noncombustible or limited-combustible materials, unless
otherwise permitted by 20.1.6.4.
34.1.6.5 Interior nonbearing walls required
to have a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating shall be permitted to be
fire-retardant-treated wood enclosed within noncombustible or
limited-combustible materials, provided that such walls are not used as shaft
enclosures.
34.1.6.6
Fire-retardant-treated wood that serves as supports for the installation of
fixtures and equipment shall be permitted to be installed behind noncombustible
or limited-combustible sheathing.
34.1.7
Occupant Load. The
occupant load, in number of persons for whom means of egress and other
provisions are required, shall be determined on the basis of the occupant load
factors of Table 7.3.1.2 that are characteristic of the use of the space, or
shall be determined as the maximum probable population of the space under
consideration, whichever is greater.
34.2
Means of Egress
Requirements.
34.2.1
General.
34.2.1.1 Means of egress
from resident rooms and resident dwelling units to the outside of the building
shall be in accordance with Chapter 7 and this chapter.
34.2.1.2 Means of escape within the resident
room or resident dwelling unit shall comply with Section 24.2 for one- and
two-family dwellings.
34.2.1.3 No
means of escape or means of egress shall be considered as complying with the
minimum criteria for acceptance, unless emergency evacuation drills are
regularly conducted using that route in accordance with the requirements of
34.7.3.
34.2.1.4 No assisted living
community occupancy shall have its sole means of egress or means of escape pass
through any nonresidential or non-health care occupancy in the same
building.
34.2.1.5 All means of
egress from assisted living community occupancies that traverse non-assisted
living community spaces shall conform to the requirements of this
Code for assisted living community occupancies, unless
otherwise permitted by 34.2.1.6.
34.2.1.6 Exit through a horizontal exit into
other contiguous occupancies that does not conform to assisted living community
egress provisions but do comply with requirements set forth in the appropriate
occupancy chapter of this Code shall be permitted, provided
that the occupancy does not contain high hazard contents.
34.2.1.7 Egress provisions for areas of
assisted living community facilities that correspond to other occupancies shall
meet the corresponding requirements of this Code for such
occupancies, and, where the clinical needs of the residents necessitate the
locking of means of egress, staff shall be present for the supervised release
of occupants during all times of use.
34.2.2
Means of Egress
Components.
34.2.2.1
Components
Permitted. Components of means of egress shall be limited to the types
described in 34.2.2.2 through 34.2.2.10.
34.2.2.2
Doors. Doors in means
of egress shall meet all of the following criteria:
(1) Doors complying with 7.2.1 shall be
permitted.
(2) Doors within
individual rooms and suites of rooms shall be permitted to be swinging or
sliding.
(3) No door in any means
of egress, other than those meeting the requirement of 34.2.2.2.1 or
34.2.2.2.2, shall be equipped with a lock or latch that requires the use of a
tool or key from the egress side.
34.2.2.2.1 Delayed-egress locks in accordance
with 7.2.1.6.1 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.2.2 Access-controlled egress doors in
accordance with 7.2.1.6.2 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.2.3 Doors that are located in the
means of egress from individual resident bedrooms or private living units shall
be permitted to have locks where the clinical needs of a resident require
specialized protective security measures provided that staff can readily unlock
doors at all times in accordance with 34.2.2.2.4.
34.2.2.2.4 Doors that are located in the
means of egress and are permitted to be locked under other provisions of
34.2.2.2.3 shall comply with both of the following:
(1) Provisions shall be made for the rapid
removal of occupants by means of one of the following:
(a) Remote control of locks from within the
locked smoke compartment
(b) Keying
of all locks to keys carried by staff at all times
(c) Other such reliable means available to
the staff at all times
(2) Only one locking device shall be
permitted on each door.
34.2.2.2.5 Doors located in the means of
egress that are permitted to be locked under other provisions of Chapter 34,
other than those meeting the requirement of 34.2.2.2.1 or 34.2.2.2.2, shall
have adequate provisions made for the rapid removal of occupants by means such
as remote control of locks, keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all
times, or other such reliable means available to staff at all times.
34.2.2.2.6 Only one such locking device, as
described in 34.2.2.2.5, shall be permitted on each door.
34.2.2.3
Stairs. Stairs
complying with 7.2.2 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.4
Smokeproof Enclosures.
Smokeproof enclosures complying with 7.2.3 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.5
Horizontal Exits.
Horizontal exits complying with 7.2.4 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.6
Ramps. Ramps complying
with 7.2.5 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.7
Exit Passageways. Exit
passageways complying with 7.2.6 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.8
Fire Escape Ladders.
Fire escape ladders complying with 7.2.9 shall be permitted.
34.2.2.9
Alternating Tread
Devices. Alternating tread devices complying with 7.2.11 shall be
permitted.
34.2.2.10
Areas of
Refuge. Areas of refuge complying with 7.2.12 shall be permitted.
34.2.3
Capacity of
Means of Egress.
34.2.3.1 The capacity
of means of egress shall be in accordance with Section 7.3.
34.2.3.2 Street floor exits shall be
sufficient for the occupant load of the street floor plus the required capacity
of stairs and ramps discharging onto the street floor.
34.2.3.3 The width of corridors shall be
sufficient for the occupant load served but shall be not less than 60 in. (1525
mm).
34.2.4
Number
of Means of Egress.
34.2.4.1 Means of
egress shall comply with the following, except as otherwise permitted by
34.2.4.2:
(1) The number of means of egress
shall be in accordance with Section 7.4.
(2) Not less than two separate exits shall be
provided on every story.
(3) Not
less than two separate exits shall be accessible from every part of every
story.
34.2.4.2 Exit
access, as required by 34.2.4.1(3), shall be permitted to include a single exit
access path for the distances permitted as common paths of travel by
34.2.5.2.
34.2.5
Arrangement of Means of Egress.
34.2.5.1
General. Access to all
required exits shall be in accordance with Section 7.5.
34.2.5.2
Dead-end Corridors.
Dead-end corridors shall not exceed 30 ft. (9.1 mm).
34.2.5.3
Common Path. Common
paths of travel shall not exceed 75 ft. (23 m).
34.2.5.4
Reserved.
34.2.6
Travel Distance to
Exits.
34.2.6.1 Travel distance from
the door within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not
exceed 75 ft. (23 m) in buildings not protected throughout by an approved
automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 34.3.5.
34.2.6.2 Travel distance from any point
within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not exceed 125
ft. (38 m) in buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with 34.3.5.
34.2.6.3 Travel distance from the corridor
door of any room to the nearest exit shall be in accordance with 34.2.6.3.1 or
34.2.6.3.2.
34.2.6.3.1 Travel distance from
the corridor door of any room to the nearest exit, measured in accordance with
Section 7.6, shall not exceed 150ft. (45.72m).
34.2.6.3.2 Travel distance to exits shall not
exceed 200 ft. (61 m) for exterior ways of exit access arranged in accordance
with 7.5.3.
34.2.7
Discharge from Exits.
Exit discharge shall comply with Section 7.7.
34.2.8
Illumination of Means of
Egress. Means of egress shall be illuminated in accordance with Section
7.8.
34.2.9
Emergency
Lighting. Emergency lighting in accordance with Section 7.9 shall be
provided.
34.2.10
Marking of
Means of Egress. Means of egress shall be marked in accordance with
Section 7.10.
34.2.11
Special
Means of Egress Features.
34.2.11.1
Reserved.
34.2.11.2
Lockups. Lockups in residential assisted living community
occupancies shall comply with the requirements of 22.4.5.
34.3
Protection.
34.3.1
Protection of Vertical Openings.
34.3.1.1 Vertical openings shall be enclosed
or protected in accordance with Section 8.6.
34.3.1.2 Unenclosed vertical openings in
accordance with 8.6.9.1 shall be permitted.
34.3.1.3 No floor below the level of exit
discharge used only for storage, heating equipment, or purposes other than
residential occupancy shall have unprotected openings to floors used for
residential occupancy.
34.3.2
Protection from Hazards.
34.3.2.1 Rooms containing high-pressure
boilers, refrigerating machinery, transformers, or other service equipment
subject to possible explosion shall not be located directly under or adjacent
to exits, and such rooms shall be effectively separated from other parts of the
building as specified in Section 8.7.
34.3.2.2 Hazardous areas, which shall
include, but shall not be limited to, the following, shall be separated from
other parts of the building by construction having a minimum 1-hour fire
resistance rating, with communicating openings protected by approved
self-closing fire doors and be equipped with automatic fire-extinguishing
systems:
(1) Boiler and heater rooms
(2) Laundries
(3) Repair shops
(4) Rooms or spaces used for storage of
combustible supplies and equipment in quantities deemed hazardous by the
authority having jurisdiction
Exception to (1): Rooms enclosing air handling
equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a
total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not
be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m)
unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and
electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response
purposes.
34.3.3
Interior Finish.
34.3.3.1
General. Interior
finish shall be in accordance with Section 10.2.
34.3.3.2 Interior Wall and Ceiling Finish.
Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2 shall be
in accordance with the following:
(1) Exit
enclosures - Class A
(2) Lobbies
and corridors - Class B
(3) Rooms
and enclosed spaces - Class B
34.3.3.3
Interior Floor Finish.
34.3.3.3.1 Interior floor finish shall comply
with Section 10.2.
34.3.3.3.2
Interior floor finish in exit enclosures and exit access corridors and spaces
not separated from them by walls complying with 34.3.6 shall be not less than
Class II.
34.3.3.3.3 Interior floor
finish shall comply with 10.2.7.1 or 10.2.7.2, as applicable.
34.3.4
Detection,
Alarm, and Communications Systems.
34.3.4.1
General. A fire alarm
system shall be provided in accordance with Section 9.6.
34.3.4.2
Initiation. The
required fire alarm system shall be initiated by each of the following:
(1) Manual means in accordance with
9.6.2
(2) Manual fire alarm box
located at a convenient central control point under continuous supervision of
responsible employees
(3) Required
automatic sprinkler system
(4)
Required detection system
34.3.4.3
Annunciator Panel. An
annunciator panel, connected to the fire alarm system, shall be provided at a
location readily accessible from the primary point of entry for emergency
response personnel.
34.3.4.4
Notification.
34.3.4.4.1
Occupant Notification. Occupant notification shall be provided
automatically, without delay, by internal audible alarm in accordance with
9.6.3.
34.3.4.4.2
High-Rise
Buildings. High-rise buildings shall be provided with an approved
emergency voice communication/alarm system in accordance with 11.8.4.
34.3.4.5
*Emergency Forces Notification. Fire department notification shall
be accomplished in accordance with 9.6.4.
34.3.4.6
Detection.
34.3.4.6.1
Smoke Alarms.
Approved smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 inside
every sleeping room, outside every sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of
the bedrooms, and on all levels within a resident unit.
34.3.4.7
Smoke Detection
Systems.
34.3.4.7.1 Corridors, spaces
open to the corridors, and other spaces outside every sleeping area in the
immediate vicinity of the bedrooms other than those meeting the requirement of
34.3.4.7.2, shall be provided with smoke detectors that comply with NFPA 72,
National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, and are arranged to
initiate an alarm that is audible in all sleeping areas.
34.3.4.7.2 Smoke detection systems shall not
be required in unenclosed corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or
other arrangements with one or more sides along the long dimension fully or
extensively open to the exterior at all times.
34.3.5
Extinguishment
Requirements.
34.3.5.1
General. All buildings shall be protected throughout by an
approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1) and
provided with quick-response or residential sprinklers throughout.
34.3.5.5
Supervision. Automatic
sprinkler systems shall be provided with electrical supervision in accordance
with 9.7.2.
34.3.5.7
Portable
Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in
accordance with 9.9.
34.3.6
Corridors and Separation of
Sleeping Rooms.
34.3.6.1 Access shall
be provided from every resident use area to at least one means of egress that
is separated from all sleeping rooms by walls complying with 34.3.6.3 through
34.3.6.6.
34.3.6.1.1 Sleeping rooms shall be
separated from corridors, living areas, and kitchens by walls complying with
34.3.6.2 through 34.3.6.6.
34.3.6.2 Walls required by 34.3.6.1 or
34.3.6.1.1 shall be smoke partitions in accordance with Section 8.4 having a
minimum 1/2-hour fire resistance rating.
34.3.6.3.5 Hazardous areas shall be separated
from corridors in accordance with 34.3.2.
34.3.6.4 Doors protecting corridor openings
other than from resident sleeping rooms and hazardous areas shall not be
required to have a fire protection rating, but shall be constructed to resist
the passage of smoke.
34.3.6.4.1 Doors
protecting resident sleeping rooms shall have a minimum 20-minute fire
protection rating.
34.3.6.5 Door-closing devices shall not be
required on doors in corridor wall openings, other than those serving exit
enclosures, smoke barriers, enclosures of vertical openings, and hazardous
areas.
34.3.6.6 No louvers,
transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages, other than properly
installed heating and utility installations, shall penetrate the walls or doors
specified in 34.3.6.
34.3.7
Subdivision of Building
Spaces. Buildings shall be subdivided by smoke barriers in accordance
with 34.3.7.1 through 34.3.7.21.
34.3.7.1
Every story shall be divided into not less than two smoke compartments, unless
it meets the requirement of 34.3.7.4, 34.3.7.5, 34.3.7.6, or
34.3.7.7.
34.3.7.2 Each smoke
compartment shall have an area not exceeding 22,500 ft2 (2100 m2).
34.3.7.3 The travel distance from any point
to reach a door in the required smoke barrier shall be limited to a distance of
200 ft. (61 m).
34.3.7.3.1 Additional smoke
barriers shall be provided such that the travel distance from a sleeping room
corridor door to a smoke barrier shall not exceed 150 ft. (46 m).
34.3.7.4 Smoke barriers shall not
be required on stories that do not contain an assisted living community
occupancy located above the assisted living community occupancy.
34.3.7.5 Smoke barriers shall not be required
in areas that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that
are separated from the assisted living community occupancy by a fire barrier
complying with Section 8.3.
34.3.7.6 Smoke barriers shall not be required
on stories that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that
are more than one story below the assisted living community
occupancy.
34.3.7.7 Smoke barriers
shall not be required in open parking structures protected throughout by an
approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
34.3.5.
34.3.7.8 Smoke barriers
shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 and shall have a minimum
1-hour fire resistance rating, unless they meet the requirement of 34.3.7.9 or
34.3.7.10.
34.3.7.9 Where an atrium
is used, smoke barriers shall be permitted to terminate at an atrium wall
constructed in accordance with 8.6.7(1)(c), in which case not less than two
separate smoke compartments shall be provided on each floor.
34.3.7.10 Dampers shall not be required in
duct penetrations of smoke barriers in fully ducted heating, ventilating, and
air-conditioning systems.
34.3.7.11
Not less than 15 net ft2 (1.4 net m2) per resident shall be provided within the
aggregate area of corridors, lounge or dining areas, and other low hazard areas
on each side of the smoke barrier.
34.3.7.12 On stories not housing residents,
not less than 6 net ft2 (0.56 net m2) per occupant shall be provided on each
side of the smoke barrier for the total number of occupants in adjoining
compartments.
34.3.7.13 Doors in
smoke barriers shall be substantial doors, such as 1 3/4 in. (44 mm) thick,
solid- bonded wood-core doors, or shall be of construction that resists fire
for a minimum of 20 minutes.
34.3.7.14 Nonrated factory- or field-applied
protective plates extending not more than 48 in. (1220 mm) above the bottom of
the door shall be permitted.
34.3.7.15 Cross-corridor openings in smoke
barriers shall be protected by a pair of swinging doors or a horizontal-sliding
door complying with 7.2.1.14.
34.3.7.16 Swinging doors shall be arranged so
that each door swings in a direction opposite from the other.
34.3.7.17 Doors in smoke barriers shall
comply with 8.5.4 and shall be self-closing or automatic-closing in accordance
with 7.2.1.8.
34.3.7.18 Vision
panels consisting of fire-rated glazing or wired glass panels in approved
frames shall be provided in each cross-corridor swinging door and in each
cross-corridor horizontal-sliding door in a smoke barrier.
34.3.7.19 Rabbets, bevels, or astragals shall
be required at the meeting edges, and stops shall be required at the head and
sides of door frames in smoke barriers.
34.3.7.20 Positive latching hardware shall
not be required.
34.3.7.21 Center
mullions shall be prohibited.
34.3.8
*Cooking Facilities.
Cooking facilities, other than those within individual residential units, shall
be protected in accordance with 9.2.3.
34.3.9
Standpipes.
34.3.9.1
General. Where
required, standpipe and hose systems shall be installed and maintained in
accordance with 9.10.
34.3.9.2 In
High-Rise Buildings. Class I standpipe systems shall be installed throughout
all high-rise buildings.
34.3.9.3
Roof Outlets. Roof outlets shall not be required on roofs having a
slope of 3 in 12 or greater.
34.4
Special Provisions.
34.4.1
High-Rise Buildings.
High-rise buildings shall comply with Section 11.8.
34.5
* Suitability of an Apartment
Building to House an Assisted living community Occupancy.
34.5.1
General.
34.5.1.1
Scope.
34.5.1.1.1 Section 34.5 shall apply to
apartment buildings that have one or more individual apartments used as an
assisted living community occupancy. (See 34.1.3.2.)
34.5.1.1.2 The provisions of Section 34.5
shall be used to determine the suitability of apartment buildings, other than
those complying with 34.5.1.1.4, to house an assisted living community
facility.
34.5.1.1.3 The
suitability of apartment buildings not used for assisted living community
occupancies shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 30.
34.5.1.1.4 When a new assisted living
community occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the
suitability of such a building for apartments not used for assisted living
community occupancies shall be determined in accordance with Chapter
31.
34.5.1.2
Requirements for Individual Apartments. Requirements for
individual apartments used as residential assisted living community occupancies
shall be as specified in Section 34.2. Egress from the apartment into the
common building corridor shall be considered acceptable egress from the
assisted living community facility.
34.5.1.3
*Additional
Requirements. Apartment buildings housing assisted living community
facilities shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 30 and the additional
requirements of Section 34.5, unless the authority having jurisdiction has
determined that equivalent safety for housing an assisted living community
facility is provided in accordance with Section 1.4.
34.5.1.4
Minimum Construction
Requirements.
34.5.1.4.1 In addition to
the requirements of Chapter 30, apartment buildings, other than those complying
with 34.5.1.4.2, housing assisted living community facilities shall meet the
construction requirements of 34.1.3.
34.5.1.4.2 When a new assisted living
community occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the
construction requirements of 19.1.6 shall apply.
34.5.2
Means of Egress.
34.5.2.1 The requirements of Section 30.2
shall apply only to the parts of means of egress serving the apartment(s) used
as an assisted living community occupancy, as modified by 34.5.2.2.
34.5.2.2 When a new assisted living community
occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the requirements of
Section 31.2 shall apply to the parts of the means of egress serving the
apartment(s) used as an assisted living community
occupancy.
34.5.3
Protection.
34.5.3.1
Interior Finish.
34.5.3.1.1 The
requirements of 30.3.3 shall apply only to the parts of means of egress serving
the apartment(s) used as an assisted living community occupancy, as modified by
34.5.3.1.2.
34.4.3.1.2 When a new
assisted living community occupancy is created in an existing apartment
building, the requirements of 31.3.3 shall apply to the parts of the means of
egress serving the apartment(s) used as an assisted living community
occupancy.
34.5.3.2
Construction of Corridor Walls.
34.5.3.2.1 The requirements of 30.3.6 shall
apply only to corridors serving the assisted living community facility,
including that portion of the corridor wall separating the assisted living
community facility from the common corridor, as modified by
34.5.3.2.2.
34.5.3.2.2 If a new
assisted living community occupancy is created in an existing apartment
building, the requirements of 31.3.6 shall apply to the corridor serving the
residential assisted living community facility.
34.5.3.3
Subdivision of Building
Spaces. (Reserved)
34.6
Building Services.
34.6.1
Utilities. Utilities
shall comply with Section 9.1.
34.6.1.1
Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment shall comply with Section
9.2.
34.6.1.2 No stove or
combustion heater shall be located such that it blocks escape in case of fire
caused by the malfunction of the stove or heater.
34.6.1.3 Unvented fuel-fired heaters shall
not be used in any assisted living community occupancy.
34.6.3 Elevators, Dumbwaiters, and Vertical
Conveyors. Elevators, dumbwaiters, and vertical conveyors shall comply with
Section 9.4.
34.6.3.2 *In high-rise
buildings, one elevator shall be provided with a protected power supply and
shall be available for use by the fire department in case of emergency.
34.6.4 Rubbish Chutes,
Incinerators, and Laundry Chutes. Rubbish chutes, incinerators, and laundry
chutes shall comply with Section 9.5.
34.7
Operating Features.
34.7.1
Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Assisted living community facilities shall develop
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the
protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, resident training, and safety practices
shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of
Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The provisions of this
Section 34.7 shall be incorporated into the plans, training and safety
practices developed by the facility."
34.7.2
Emergency Plan.
34.7.2.1 The administration of every assisted
living community facility shall have, in effect and available to all
supervisory personnel, written copies of a plan for protecting all persons in
the event of fire, for keeping persons in place, for evacuating persons to
areas of refuge, and for evacuating persons from the building when
necessary.
34.7.2.2 The emergency
plan shall include special staff response, including the fire protection
procedures needed to ensure the safety of any resident, and shall be amended or
revised whenever any resident with unusual needs is admitted to the
home.
34.7.2.3 All employees shall
be periodically instructed and kept informed with respect to their duties and
responsibilities under the plan, and such instruction shall be reviewed by the
staff not less than every 2 months.
34.7.2.4 A copy of the plan shall be readily
available at all times within the facility.
34.7.3
Resident Training.
34.7.3.1 All residents participating in the
emergency plan shall be trained in the proper actions to be taken in the event
of fire.
34.7.3.2 The training
required by 34.7.3.1 shall include actions to be taken if the primary escape
route is blocked.
34.7.3.3 If a
resident is given rehabilitation or habilitation training, training in fire
prevention and the actions to be taken in the event of a fire shall be a part
of the training program.
34.7.3.4
Residents shall be trained to assist each other in case of fire to the extent
that their physical and mental abilities permit them to do so without
additional personal risk.
34.7.4
Emergency Egress and Relocation
Drills. Emergency egress and relocation drills shall be conducted in
accordance with 34.7.4.1 through 34.7.4.6.
34.7.4.1 Emergency egress and relocation
drills shall be conducted not less than once per quarter on each shift at
alternating times. It is intended that staff and residents be trained and
drilled based on fire and other emergencies that may occur during the periods
of lowest staffing levels. This may require more than one drill per quarter on
shifts with the lowest staffing levels.
34.7.4.2 The emergency drills shall be
permitted to be announced to the residents in advance.
34.7.4.3 The drills shall involve the
training of residents for the eventual actual evacuation of all residents to an
assembly point, as specified in the emergency plan, and shall provide residents
with experience in egressing through all exits and means of escape required by
the
Code.
34.7.4.3.1. The
assembly point shall be a place outside of the building and shall be located a
safe distance from the building being evacuated so as to avoid interference
with fire department operations. A refuge area within a smoke compartment in
buildings separated by smoke barriers shall be considered a temporary assembly
point as part of a staged evacuation.
34.7.4.3.2. Buildings with smoke compartments
shall be allowed to train residents to temporarily escape in a staged
evacuation to another smoke compartment separated by smoke barriers. Residents
shall be allowed to complete the training exercise on the other side of an
adjacent smoke barrier. Residents shall still be trained to eventually complete
building evacuation during an actual emergency evacuation. Residents shall be
required to participate in one emergency egress and relocation drill per year
where they continue to an assembly point outside of the building.
34.7.4.3.3. Residents, as a group, shall be
required to complete the evacuation drill to an exit or across a smoke barrier
in less than 13 minutes or shall be required to change its group evacuation
capability and comply with Section 35.1.8.
34.7.4.4 Exits and means of escape not used
in any drill shall not be credited in meeting the requirements of this
Code for assisted living community facilities.
34.7.4.5 Actual exiting from windows shall
not be required to comply with 34.7.4; opening the window and signaling for
help shall be an acceptable alternative.
34.7.4.6 Residents who cannot meaningfully
assist in their own evacuation or who have special health problems shall not be
required to actively participate in the drill. Section 18.7 shall apply in such
instances.
34.7.5
Smoking.
34.7.5.1 *Smoking
regulations shall be adopted by the administration of assisted living community
occupancies.
34.7.5.2 Where smoking
is permitted, noncombustible safety-type ashtrays or receptacles shall be
provided in convenient locations.
34.7.6
*Furnishings, Mattresses, and
Decorations.
34.7.6.1 New draperies,
curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations shall
comply with 34.7.6.1.1 and 34.7.6.1.2.
34.7.6.1.1 New draperies, curtains, and other
similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations in assisted living
community facilities shall be in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.1,
unless otherwise permitted by 34.7.6.1.2.
34.7.6.1.2 In other than common areas, new
draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and
decorations shall not be required to comply with 34.7.6.1.1 where the building
is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with 34.2.3.5.
34.7.6.2 *New upholstered furniture within
assisted living community facilities shall comply with 34.7.6.2.1 or
34.7.6.2.2.
34.7.6.2.1 New upholstered
furniture shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.2.1(1) and
10.3.3.
34.7.6.2.2 Upholstered
furniture belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be
tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered
single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such rooms.
34.7.6.3 *Newly introduced
mattresses within assisted living community facilities shall comply with
34.7.5.3.1 or 34.7.5.3.2.
34.7.6.3.1 Newly
introduced mattresses shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of
10.3.2.2 and 10.3.4.
34.7.6.3.2
Mattresses belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be
tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered
single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such rooms.
34.7.7
Staff. Staff shall be on duty and in the facility at all times
when residents requiring evacuation assistance are present.
34.7.8
Inspection of Door
Openings. Door assemblies for which the door leaf is required to swing
in the direction of egress travel shall be inspected and tested not less than
annually in accordance with 7.2.1.15."
(ee)
Modifications to Chapter
35:
1. Insert a new Chapter 35 to read
as follows:
"Chapter 35 Existing Assisted Living Community
Occupancies
35.1
General
Requirements.
35.1.1
*Application.
35.1.1.1
General.
35.1.1.1.1 The
requirements of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings or portions
thereof used as assisted living community occupancies or with limited
applicability for a conversion as further specific specified in Section
35.1.1.4.3 entitled Change of Occupancy.
35.1.1.1.2
Administration. The
provisions of Chapter 1, Administration, shall apply.
35.1.1.1.3
General. The
provisions of Chapter 4, General, shall apply.
35.1.1.1.4 Buildings, or sections of
buildings, that primarily house residents who, in the opinion of the governing
body of the facility and the governmental agency having jurisdiction, are
capable of exercising judgment and appropriate physical action for
self-preservation under emergency conditions shall be permitted to comply with
the provisions of Chapter 33 provided they are separated by a fire barrier
having not less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating and constructed of
materials as required for the addition.
35.1.1.1.5 It shall be recognized that, in
buildings providing care for certain types of residents or having a security
section, it might be necessary to lock doors and bar windows to confine and
protect building inhabitants. In such instances, the authority having
jurisdiction shall require appropriate modifications to those sections of this
Code that would otherwise require means of egress to be kept
unlocked.
35.1.1.1.6 The
requirements of this chapter shall apply based on the assumption that staff is
available in all resident-occupied areas to perform certain fire safety
functions as required in other paragraphs of this chapter.
35.1.1.2
*Goals and Objectives.
The goals and objectives of Sections 4.1 and 4.2 shall be met with due
consideration for functional requirements, which are accomplished by limiting
the development and spread of a fire to the room of fire origin and reducing
the need for occupant evacuation, except from the room of fire origin.
35.1.1.3
Total
Concept.
35.1.1.3.1 All assisted living
community facilities shall be designed, constructed, maintained, and operated
to minimize the possibility of a fire emergency requiring the evacuation of
occupants.
35.1.1.3.2 Because the
safety of assisted living community occupants cannot be ensured adequately by
dependence on evacuation of the building, their protection from fire shall be
provided by appropriate arrangement of facilities; adequate, trained staff; and
development of operating and maintenance procedures composed of the following:
(1) Design, construction, and
compartmentation.
(2) Provision for
detection, alarm, and extinguishment.
(3) Fire prevention and planning, training,
and drilling programs for the isolation of fire, transfer of occupants to areas
of refuge, or evacuation of the building.
35.1.1.4 Additions, Conversions,
Modernization, Renovation, and Construction Operations.
35.1.1.4.1
Additions.
35.1.1.4.1.1 Additions shall be separated
from any existing structure not conforming to the provisions within Chapter 35
by a fire barrier having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating and
constructed of materials as required for the addition. (See 4.6.5 and
4.6.7.)
35.1.1.4.1.2 Doors in
barriers required by 35.1.1.4.1.1 shall normally be kept closed, unless
otherwise permitted by 35.1.1.4.1.3.
35.1.1.4.1.3 Doors shall be permitted to be
held open if they meet the requirements of 35.2.2.4.
35.1.1.6
Conversion.
For the purposes of this chapter, exceptions for conversions shall apply only
for a change of occupancy from an existing personal care home occupancy or
health care occupancy to an assisted living community occupancy.
35.1.1.4.3
Changes of Occupancy.
A change from a personal care home, assisted living, or assisted living
facility to an assisted living community occupancy shall be considered a change
in occupancy or occupancy sub-classification. The requirements of this chapter
shall be limited to only apply to a change of occupancy to an assisted living
community from an existing personal care home, assisted living, or assisted
living facility first occupied as such with a certificate of occupancy issued
prior to March 31, 2013. Such facility may be permitted to meet all the
requirements for a limited health care occupancy as prescribed in chapter 19 of
this
Code in lieu of this chapter.
35.1.1.4.3.1 An existing personal care home,
assisted living, or assisted living facility with a certificate of occupancy
dated after March 31, 2013, that is applying for a change of occupancy to an
assisted living community or any other change of occupancy classification,
sub-classification, shall meet the provisions of Chapter 34 New Assisted Living
Community Occupancies.
35.1.1.4.4
Renovations, Alterations,
and Modernizations. See 4.6.7.
35.1.1.4.5
Construction, Repair, and
Improvement Operations. See 4.6.10.
35.1.2
Classification of Occupancy. See
120-3-3.03(4), (14), and 35.1.4.2.
35.1.3
Multiple Occupancies.
35.1.3.1 Multiple occupancies shall comply
with 6.1.14 in buildings other than those meeting the requirement of
35.1.3.2.
35.1.3.2 *Sections of
assisted living community facilities shall be permitted to be classified as
other occupancies, provided that they meet both of the following conditions:
(1) They are not intended to serve assisted
living community occupants or have customary access by assisted living
community residents who are incapable of self-preservation.
(2) They are separated from areas of assisted
living community occupancies by construction having a minimum 2-hour fire
resistance rating.
35.1.3.3 The requirement of 35.1.3.1 shall
not apply to apartment buildings housing assisted living community occupancies
in conformance with Section 35.4. In such facilities, any safeguards required
by Section 35.4 that are more restrictive than those for other housed
occupancies shall apply only to the extent prescribed by Section
35.4.
35.1.3.4 No assisted living
community occupancy shall be located above a nonresidential or non-health care
occupancy, unless one following conditions is met:
(1) The assisted living community occupancy
and exits therefrom are separated from the nonresidential or non-health care
occupancy by construction having a minimum 2-hour fire resistance
rating.
(2) The assisted living
community occupancy is protected throughout by an approved, supervised
automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7 and is separated
therefrom by construction having a minimum 1-hour fire resistance
rating.
35.1.3.5 Any area
with a hazard of contents classified higher than that of the assisted living
community occupancy and located in the same building shall be protected as
required in 35.3.2.
35.1.3.6
Non-residential-related occupancies classified as containing high hazard
contents shall not be permitted in buildings housing assisted living community
occupancies.
35.1.4
Definitions.
35.1.4.1
General. For definitions, see Chapter 3, Definitions.
35.1.4.2
Special Definitions. A
list of special terms used in this chapter follows:
(1) Assisted Living Community Occupancy. See
120-3-3-.03(4).
(2) Evacuation Capability,
Impractical. See
120-3-3-.03(7).
(6) Point of Safety. See 3.3.211 of this
Code.
(7) Thermal
Barrier. See 3.3.31.3 of this
Code.
35.1.5
Classification of Hazard of
Contents. The classification of hazard of contents shall be as defined
in Section 6.2.
35.1.6
Minimum Construction Requirements. Assisted living community
facilities shall be limited to the building construction types specified in
Table 35.1.6 (see 8.2.1), based on the number of stories in height as defined
in 4.6.3.
Table 35.1.6
Table 35.1.6
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Number of Stories - See Note
b
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Construction Type
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Sprinkled See Note a
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1
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2
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3
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4
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5-6
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>6-12
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Type I(442) c d
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YES
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type I(332) c d
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YES
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type II(222) c d
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YES
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N.P.
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X
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X
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X
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X
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X
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type II(111) c d
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YES
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X
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X
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Xe
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Xe
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N.P.
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N.P.
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type II(000) a
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YES
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X
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X
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type III(211) a
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YES
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X
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X
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Xe
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Xe
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N.P.
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N.P.
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type III(200) a
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YES
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X
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type IV(2HH) a
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YES
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X
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X
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type V(111) See note a or e
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YES
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Xa
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Xa
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Xe
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Xe
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N.P.
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N.P.
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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Type V(000)a
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YES
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Xa
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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NO
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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N.P.
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X = Permitted if sprinklered as required by 33.3.3.5 unless
otherwise noted.
NP = Not permitted.
a Building shall be protected throughout by an approved
supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 35.3.5, and
the interior walls are covered with lath and plaster or materials providing a
15-minute thermal barrier. (See requirements of 35.3.5).
b See requirements of 4.6.3.
c See requirements of 35.1.6.2.1.
d See requirements of 35.1.6.2.2.
e See requirements of 35.1.6.5.
35.1.6.1
* Fire Resistance-Rated
Assemblies. Fire resistance-rated assemblies shall comply with Section
8.3.
35.1.6.2
Construction
Type Limitations.
35.1.6.2.1 Any
building of Type I(442), Type I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111)
construction shall be permitted to include roofing systems involving
combustible supports, decking, or roofing, provided that all of the following
criteria are met:
(1) The roof covering shall
meet Class A requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods
for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790, Test Methods for Fire Tests
of Roof Coverings.
(2) The roof
shall be separated from all occupied portions of the building by a
noncombustible floor assembly having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance
rating that includes not less than 2 1/2 in. (63 mm) of concrete or gypsum
fill.
(3) The structural elements
supporting the 2-hour fire resistance-rated floor assembly specified in
35.1.6.2(2) shall be required to have only the fire resistance rating required
of the building.
35.1.6.2.2 Any building of Type I(442), Type
I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111) construction shall be permitted to
include roofing systems involving combustible supports, decking, or roofing,
provided that all of the following criteria are met:
(1) The roof covering shall meet Class A
requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods for Fire
Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790, Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof
Coverings.
(2) The roof/ceiling
assembly shall be constructed with fire-retardant-treated wood meeting the
requirements of NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction.
(3) The roof/ceiling assembly shall have the
required fire resistance rating for the type of construction.
35.1.6.2.3 Any level below the
level of exit discharge shall be separated from the level of exit discharge by
not less than Type II(111), Type III(211), or Type V(111) construction (see
8.2.1), unless both of the following criteria are met:
(1) Such levels are under the control of the
assisted living community facility.
(2) Any hazardous spaces are protected in
accordance with Section 8.7.
35.1.6.3 All buildings with more than one
level below the level of exit discharge shall have all such lower levels
separated from the level of exit discharge by not less than Type II(111)
construction.
35.1.6.4 Interior
nonbearing walls in buildings of Type I or Type II construction shall be
constructed of noncombustible or limited-combustible materials, unless
otherwise permitted by 20.1.6.4.
35.1.6.5 Any existing building of Type
II(111), Type III(211), or Type V(111) construction shall be permitted however,
occupants requiring assistance with evacuation from others shall be limited to
occupancy on the first and second stories), unless one of the following
criteria is met:
(1) A horizontal exit in
combination with a smoke barrier is provided on the third and fourth floor;
or,
(2) The building is protected
throughout by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with 9.7.1.1(1), and provided with quick response or residential
sprinklers throughout.
35.1.6.6 Interior nonbearing walls required
to have a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating shall be permitted to be
fire-retardant-treated wood enclosed within noncombustible or
limited-combustible materials, provided that such walls are not used as shaft
enclosures.
35.1.6.7
Fire-retardant-treated wood that serves as supports for the installation of
fixtures and equipment shall be permitted to be installed behind noncombustible
or limited-combustible sheathing.
35.1.6.8 *Changes in Group Evacuation
Capability. A change in evacuation capability to a slower level shall be
permitted where the facility conforms to one of the following requirements:
(1) The requirements of Chapter 34 applicable
to new assisted living community facilities.
(2) The requirements of Chapter 35 applicable
to existing assisted living community facilities for the new evacuation
capability, provided that the building is protected throughout by an approved,
supervised automatic sprinkler system complying with 35.5 or an increase in
staffing to achieve evacuation of all residents to a point of safety within 13
minutes.
35.1.6.9
Requirements Based on Evacuation Capability.
35.1.6.9.1
Prompt and Slow.
Facilities classified as prompt or slow evacuation capability, other than those
meeting the requirement of 35.1.6.9.1.1 or 35.1.6.9.1.2, shall comply with the
requirements of Section 35, as indicated for the appropriate evacuation
capability.
35.1.6.9.1.1 *Facilities where
the authority having jurisdiction has determined equivalent safety is provided
in accordance with Section 1.4 shall not be required to comply with the
requirements of Section 35, as indicated for the appropriate evacuation
capability.
35.1.6.9.1.2 Facilities
that were previously approved as complying with 35.1.6.9.2 shall not be
required to comply with the requirements of Section 35, as indicated for the
appropriate evacuation capability.
35.1.6.9.2
Impractical.
Facilities classified as impractical evacuation capability shall meet the
requirements of Section 35 for impractical evacuation capability, or the
requirements for limited care facilities in Chapter 19, unless the authority
having jurisdiction has determined equivalent safety is provided in accordance
with Section 1.4.
35.1.6.9.3
Evacuation Capability Determination.
35.1.6.9.3.1 Facility management shall
furnish to the authority having jurisdiction, upon request, an evacuation
capability determination using a procedure acceptable to the authority having
jurisdiction.
35.1.6.9.3.2 Where
the documentation required by 35.1.6.9.3.1 is not furnished, the evacuation
capability shall be classified as impractical.
35.1.7
Occupant Load.
The occupant load, in number of persons for whom means of egress and other
provisions are required, shall be determined on the basis of the occupant load
factors of Table 7.3.1.2 that are characteristic of the use of the space, or
shall be determined as the maximum probable population of the space under
consideration, whichever is greater.
35.2
Means of Egress
Requirements.
35.2.1
General.
35.2.1.1 Means of egress
from resident rooms and resident dwelling units to the outside of the building
shall be in accordance with Chapter 7 and this chapter.
35.2.1.2 Means of escape within the resident
room or resident dwelling unit shall comply with Section 24.2 for one- and
two-family dwellings.
35.2.1.3 No
means of escape or means of egress shall be considered as complying with the
minimum criteria for acceptance, unless emergency evacuation drills are
regularly conducted using that route in accordance with the requirements of
35.7.3.
35.2.1.4 No assisted living
community occupancy shall have its sole means of egress or means of escape pass
through any nonresidential or non-health care occupancy in the same
building.
35.2.1.5 All means of
egress from assisted living community occupancies that traverse non-assisted
living community spaces shall conform to the requirements of this
Code for assisted living community occupancies, unless
otherwise permitted by 35.2.1.6.
35.2.1.6 Exit through a horizontal exit into
other contiguous occupancies that does not conform to assisted living community
egress provisions but do comply with requirements set forth in the appropriate
occupancy chapter of this Code shall be permitted, provided
that the occupancy does not contain high hazard contents.
35.2.1.7 Egress provisions for areas of
assisted living community facilities that correspond to other occupancies shall
meet the corresponding requirements of this Code for such
occupancies, and, where the clinical needs of the residents necessitate the
locking of means of egress, staff shall be present for the supervised release
of occupants during all times of use.
35.2.2
Means of Egress
Components.
35.2.2.1
Components
Permitted. Components of means of egress shall be limited to the types
described in 35.2.2.2 through 35.2.2.10.
35.2.2.2
Doors. Doors in means
of egress shall meet all of the following criteria:
(1) Doors complying with 7.2.1 shall be
permitted.
(2) Doors within
individual rooms and suites of rooms shall be permitted to be swinging or
sliding.
(3) No door in any means
of egress, other than those meeting the requirement of 35.2.2.2.1 or
35.2.2.2.2, shall be equipped with a lock or latch that requires the use of a
tool or key from the egress side.
35.2.2.2.1 Delayed-egress locks in accordance
with 7.2.1.6.1 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.2.2 Access-controlled egress doors in
accordance with 7.2.1.6.2 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.2.3 Doors that are located in the
means of egress from individual resident bedrooms or private living units shall
be permitted to have locks where the clinical needs of a resident require
specialized protective security measures provided that staff can readily unlock
doors at all times in accordance with 35.2.2.2.4.
35.2.2.2.4 Doors that are located in the
means of egress and are permitted to be locked under other provisions of
35.2.2.2.3 shall comply with both of the following:
(1) Provisions shall be made for the rapid
removal of occupants by means of one of the following:
(a) Remote control of locks from within the
locked smoke compartment
(b) Keying
of all locks to keys carried by staff at all times
(c) Other such reliable means available to
the staff at all times
(2) Only one locking device shall be
permitted on each door.
35.2.2.2.5 Doors located in the means of
egress that are permitted to be locked under other provisions of Chapter 35,
other than those meeting the requirement of 35.2.2.2.1 or 35.2.2.2.2, shall
have adequate provisions made for the rapid removal of occupants by means such
as remote control of locks, keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all
times, or other such reliable means available to staff at all times.
35.2.2.2.6 Only one such locking device, as
described in 35.2.2.2.5, shall be permitted on each door.
35.2.2.3
Stairs. Stairs
complying with 7.2.2 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.4
Smokeproof Enclosures.
Smokeproof enclosures complying with 7.2.3 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.5
Horizontal Exits.
Horizontal exits complying with 7.2.4 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.6
Ramps. Ramps complying
with 7.2.5 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.7
Exit Passageways. Exit
passageways complying with 7.2.6 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.8
Fire Escape Ladders.
Fire escape ladders complying with 7.2.9 shall be permitted.
35.2.2.9
Alternating Tread
Devices. Alternating tread devices complying with 7.2.11 shall be
permitted.
35.2.2.10
Areas of
Refuge. Areas of refuge complying with 7.2.12 shall be permitted.
35.2.3
Capacity of
Means of Egress.
35.2.3.1 The capacity
of means of egress shall be in accordance with Section 7.3.
35.2.3.2 Street floor exits shall be
sufficient for the occupant load of the street floor plus the required capacity
of stairs and ramps discharging onto the street floor.
35.2.3.3 The width of corridors serving an
occupant load of 50 or more in facilities having prompt or slow evacuation
capability, and all facilities having impractical evacuation capability, shall
be sufficient for the occupant load served but shall be not less than 60 in.
(1525 mm).
35.2.3.4 The width of
corridors serving an occupant load of less than 50 in facilities having prompt
or slow evacuation capability shall be not less than 44 in. (1120
mm).
35.2.4
Number
of Means of Egress.
35.2.4.1 Means of
egress shall comply with the following, except as otherwise permitted by
35.2.4.2:
(1) The number of means of egress
shall be in accordance with 7.4.1.1 and 7.4.1.3 through 7.4.1.5.
(2) Not less than two separate exits shall be
provided on every story.
(3) Not
less than two separate exits shall be accessible from every part of every
story.
35.2.4.2 Exit
access, as required by 35.2.4.1(3), shall be permitted to include a single exit
access path for the distances permitted as common paths of travel by 35.2.5.2
and 35.2.5.3.
35.2.5
Arrangement of Means of Egress.
35.2.5.1
General. Access to all
required exits shall be in accordance with Section 7.5.
35.2.5.2
Dead-end Corridors.
Dead-end corridors shall not exceed 35 ft. (15 m).
35.2.5.3
Common Path. Common
paths of travel shall not exceed 110 ft. (35.5 m).
35.2.5.4
Reserved.
35.2.6
Travel Distance to
Exits.
35.2.6.1 Travel distance from
the door within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not
exceed 75 ft. (23 m) in buildings not protected throughout by an approved
automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 35.3.5.
35.2.6.2 Travel distance from any point
within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not exceed 125
ft. (38 m) in buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with 35.3.5.
35.2.6.3 Travel distance from the corridor
door of any room to the nearest exit shall be in accordance with 35.2.6.3.1 or
35.2.6.3.2
35.2.6.3.1 Travel distance from the
corridor door of any room to the nearest exit, measured in accordance with
Section 7.6, shall not exceed 200 ft. (61 m).
35.2.6.3.2 Travel distance to exits shall not
exceed 200 ft. (61 m) for exterior ways of exit access arranged in accordance
with 7.5.3.
35.2.7
Discharge from Exits.
Exit discharge shall comply with Section 7.7.
35.2.8
Illumination of Means of
Egress. Means of egress shall be illuminated in accordance with Section
7.8.
35.2.9
Emergency
Lighting. Emergency lighting in accordance with Section 7.9 shall be
provided.
35.2.10
Marking of
Means of Egress. Means of egress shall be marked in accordance with
Section 7.10
35.2.11
Special
Means of Egress Features.
35.2.11.1
Reserved.
35.2.11.2
Lockups. Lockups in residential assisted living community
occupancies shall comply with the requirements of 23.4.5.
35.3
Protection.
35.3.1
Protection of Vertical
Openings.
35.3.1.1 Vertical openings
shall be enclosed or protected in accordance with Section 8.6.
35.3.1.2 Unenclosed vertical openings in
accordance with 8.6.9.1 shall be permitted.
35.3.1.3 No floor below the level of exit
discharge and used only for storage, heating equipment, or purposes other than
residential occupancy shall have unprotected openings to floors used for
residential occupancy.
35.3.2
Protection from Hazards.
35.3.2.1 Rooms containing high-pressure
boilers, refrigerating machinery, transformers, or other service equipment
subject to possible explosion shall not be located directly under or adjacent
to exits, and such rooms shall be effectively separated from other parts of the
building as specified in Section 8.7.
35.3.2.2 Hazardous areas, which shall
include, but shall not be limited to, the following, shall be separated from
other parts of the building by construction having a minimum 1-hour fire
resistance rating, with communicating openings protected by approved
self-closing fire doors and be equipped with automatic fire-extinguishing
systems:
(1) Boiler and heater rooms
(2) Laundries
(3) Repair shops
(4) Rooms or spaces used for storage of
combustible supplies and equipment in quantities deemed hazardous by the
authority having jurisdiction
Exception to (1): Rooms enclosing air handling equipment,
compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total
aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be
used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed
access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or
emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes.
35.3.3
Interior Finish.
35.3.3.1
General. Interior finish shall be in accordance with Section 10.2.
35.3.3.2 Interior Wall and Ceiling
Finish. Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2
shall be in accordance with the following:
(1) Exit enclosures - Class A
(2) Lobbies and corridors - Class B
(3) Rooms and enclosed spaces - Class
B
35.3.3.3
Interior
Floor Finish.
35.3.3.3.1 Interior floor
finish shall comply with Section 10.2.
35.3.3.3.2 Interior floor finish in exit
enclosures and exit access corridors and spaces not separated from them by
walls complying with 35.3.6 shall be not less than Class II.
35.3.3.3.3 Interior floor finish shall comply
with 10.2.7.1 or 10.2.7.2, as applicable.
35.3.4
Detection, Alarm, and
Communications Systems.
35.3.4.1
General. A fire alarm system shall be provided in accordance with
Section 9.6.
34.3.4.2
Initiation. The required fire alarm system shall be initiated by
each of the following:
(1) Manual means in
accordance with 9.6.2.
(2) Manual
fire alarm box located at a convenient central control point under continuous
supervision of responsible employees.
(3) Required automatic sprinkler
system.
(4) Required smoke and heat
detection systems, other than sleeping room smoke alarms.
35.3.4.3
Annunciator Panel. An
annunciator panel, connected to the fire alarm system, shall be provided at a
location readily accessible from the primary point of entry for emergency
response personnel.
35.3.4.4
Notification
35.3.4.4.1
Occupant Notification. Occupant notification shall be provided
automatically, without delay, by internal audible alarm in accordance with
9.6.3.
35.3.4.4.2
High-Rise
Buildings. High-rise buildings shall be provided with an approved
emergency voice communication/alarm system in accordance with 11.8.4.
35.3.4.5
*Emergency Forces
Notification.
35.3.4.5.1 Fire
department notification shall be accomplished in accordance with
9.6.4.
35.3.4.5.2 Where the
existing fire alarm system does not provide for automatic emergency forces
notification in accordance with 9.6.4, provisions shall be made for the
immediate notification of the public fire department by either telephone or
other means, or, where there is no public fire department, notification shall
be made to the private fire brigade.
35.3.4.5.3 Where a new fire alarm system is
installed, or the existing fire alarm system is replaced, emergency forces
notification shall be provided in accordance with 9.6.4.
35.3.4.6
Detection.
35.3.4.6.1
Smoke Alarms. Smoke
alarms shall be provided in accordance with 35.3.4.6.1.1, 35.3.4.6.1.2, or
35.3.4.6.1.3.
35.3.4.6.1.1 Each sleeping room
shall be provided with an approved smoke alarm in accordance with 9.6.2.10 that
is powered from the building electrical system.
35.3.4.6.1.2 Existing battery-powered smoke
alarms, rather than building electrical service-powered smoke alarms, shall be
accepted where, in the opinion of the authority having jurisdiction, the
facility has demonstrated that testing, maintenance, and battery replacement
programs ensure the reliability of power to the smoke alarms.
35.3.4.6.1.3 The provisions of 9.6.8.10.1 and
9.6.8.10.2.2 shall also apply.
35.3.4.7
Smoke Detection
Systems.
35.3.4.7.1 All living areas,
as defined in 3.3.22.5, and all corridors shall be provided with smoke
detectors that comply with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling
Code, and are arranged to initiate an alarm that is audible in all
sleeping areas, as modified by 35.3.4.7.2.
35.3.4.7.2 Smoke detection systems shall not
be required in unenclosed corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or
other arrangements with one or more sides along the long dimension fully or
extensively open to the exterior at all times.
35.3.5
Extinguishment
Requirements.
35.3.5.1 *General. Where
an automatic sprinkler system is installed, for either total or partial
building coverage, the system shall be installed in accordance with Section
9.7, as modified by 35.3.5.1.1.
35.3.5.1.1 In
buildings four or fewer stories above grade plane, systems in accordance with
NFPA 13R,
Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in
Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height,
shall be permitted.
35.3.5.1.1.1 The
exemptions found in NFPA 13R for the sprinkling all closets and bathrooms
regardless of size or construction shall not be applicable to assisted living
community occupancies under this chapter.
35.3.5.2
Impractical Evacuation
Capability. All facilities having impractical evacuation capability
shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler
system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1) (full NFPA 13 System) or increase staffing
to achieve evacuation of all residents to a point of safety within 13 minutes.
35.3.5.3
High-Rise
Buildings. All high-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by an
approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 35.3.5. Such
systems shall initiate the fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6.
35.3.5.4 Attics shall be protected
in accordance with 35.3.5.4.1 or 35.3.5.4.2
35.3.5.4.1 Where an automatic sprinkler
system is installed, attics or areas within attics used for living purposes,
storage, or fuel-fired equipment shall be protected with automatic sprinklers
that are part of the required, approved automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with 9.7.1.1.
35.3.5.4.2
Where an automatic sprinkler system is installed, attics not used for living
purposes, storage, or fuel-fired equipment shall meet one of the following
criteria:
(1) Attics shall be protected
throughout by a heat detection system arranged to activate the building fire
alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6.
(2) Attics shall be protected with automatic
sprinklers that are part of the required, approved automatic sprinkler system
in accordance with 9.7.1.1.
35.3.5.5
Supervision. Automatic
sprinkler systems shall be supervised in accordance with Section 9.7.
35.3.5.6
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in
accordance with 9.9.
35.3.6
Corridors and Separation of
Sleeping Rooms.
35.3.6.1 Access shall
be provided from every resident use area to not less than one means of egress
that is separated from all other rooms or spaces by walls complying with
35.3.6.1.1, 35.3.6.1.3 or 35.3.6.1.4.
35.3.6.1.1 Sleeping rooms shall be separated
from corridors, living areas, kitchens and all other areas by walls having a
minimum 1/2-hour fire resistance rating.
35.3.6.1.2 Prompt evacuation capability
facilities in buildings two or fewer stories in height, where not less than one
required means of egress from each sleeping room provides a path of travel to
the outside without traversing any corridor or other spaces exposed to
unprotected vertical openings, living areas, and kitchens, shall not be
required to comply with 35.3.6.1.1.
35.3.6.1.3 Rooms or spaces, other than
sleeping rooms and hazardous areas, shall be separated from corridors by smoke
partitions in accordance with Section 8.4, and the provisions of 8.4.3.5 shall
not apply.
35.3.6.2
Except for Hazardous areas, in buildings protected throughout by an approved
automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1), walls may be smoke
partitions in accordance with Section 8.4, and the provisions of 8.4.3.5 shall
not apply.
35.3.6.3 Hazardous areas
shall be separated from corridors in accordance with 35.3.2.
35.3.6.4 Doors in walls required by 35.3.6.1
or 35.3.6.2 shall comply with 35.3.6.4.1 or 35.3.6.4.2.
35.3.6.4.1 Doors shall have a minimum
20-minute fire protection rating.
35.3.6.4.2 Solid-bonded wood-core doors of
not less than 1 3/4 in. (44 mm) thickness shall be permitted to continue in
use.
35.3.6.5 Doors in
walls required by 35.3.6.1 and 35.3.6.2 shall comply with 35.3.6.5.1 and
35.3.6.6.
35.3.6.5.1 Door-closing devices
shall not be required on doors in corridor wall openings, other than those
serving exit enclosures, smoke barriers, enclosures of vertical openings, and
hazardous areas.
35.3.6.6
No louvers, transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages, other
than properly installed heating and utility installations, shall penetrate the
walls or doors specified in 34.3.6.
35.3.7
Subdivision of Building
Spaces. The requirements of 35.3.7.1 through 35.3.7.6 shall be met for
all sleeping floors, unless otherwise permitted by 35.3.7.7.
35.3.7.1 Every sleeping room floor shall be
divided into not less than two smoke compartments of approximately the same
size, with smoke barriers in accordance with Section 8.5, unless otherwise
indicated in 35.3.7.4, 35.3.7.5, and 35.3.7.6
35.3.7.1.1 Smoke barriers shall not be
required in buildings having prompt or slow evacuation capability where each
sleeping room is provided with exterior ways of exit access arranged in
accordance with 7.5.3.
35.3.7.2 Each smoke compartment shall have an
area not exceeding 22,500 ft2 (2100 m2).
35.3.7.3 The travel distance from any point
to reach a door in the required smoke barrier shall be limited to a distance of
200 ft. (61 m).
35.3.7.3.1 Additional smoke
barriers shall be provided such that the travel distance from a sleeping room
corridor door to a smoke barrier shall not exceed 150 ft. (46 m).
35.3.7.4 Smoke barriers shall not
be required on stories that do not contain an assisted living community
occupancy located above the assisted living community occupancy.
35.3.7.5 Smoke barriers shall not be required
in areas that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that
are separated from the assisted living community occupancy by a fire barrier
complying with Section 8.3.
35.3.7.6 Smoke barriers shall not be required
on stories that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that
are more than one story below the assisted living community
occupancy.
35.3.7.7 Smoke barriers
shall not be required in open parking structures protected throughout by an
approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with
9.7.1.1(1).
35.3.7.8 Smoke barriers
shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 and shall have a minimum
1-hour fire resistance rating, unless they meet the requirement of 35.3.7.9 or
35.3.7.10.
35.3.7.9 Where an atrium
is used, smoke barriers shall be permitted to terminate at an atrium wall
constructed in accordance with 8.6.7(1)(c), in which case not less than two
separate smoke compartments shall be provided on each floor.
35.3.7.10 Dampers shall not be required in
duct penetrations of smoke barriers in fully ducted heating, ventilating, and
air-conditioning systems.
35.3.7.11
Not less than 15 net ft2 (1.4 net m2) per resident shall be provided within the
aggregate area of corridors, lounge or dining areas, and other low hazard areas
on each side of the smoke barrier.
35.3.7.12 On stories not housing residents,
not less than 6 net ft2 (0.56 net m2) per occupant shall be provided on each
side of the smoke barrier for the total number of occupants in adjoining
compartments.
35.3.7.13 Doors in
smoke barriers shall be substantial doors, such as 1 3/4 in. (44 mm) thick,
solid- bonded wood-core doors, or shall be of construction that resists fire
for a minimum of 20 minutes.
35.3.7.14 Nonrated factory- or field-applied
protective plates extending not more than 48 in. (1220 mm) above the bottom of
the door shall be permitted.
35.3.7.15 Cross-corridor openings in smoke
barriers shall be protected by a pair of swinging doors or a horizontal-sliding
door complying with 7.2.1.14.
35.3.7.16 Swinging doors shall be arranged so
that each door swings in a direction opposite from the other.
35.3.7.17 Doors in smoke barriers shall
comply with 8.5.4 and shall be self-closing or automatic-closing in accordance
with 7.2.1.8.
35.3.7.18 Vision
panels consisting of fire-rated glazing or wired glass panels in approved
frames shall be provided in each cross-corridor swinging door and in each
cross-corridor horizontal-sliding door in a smoke barrier.
35.3.7.19 Rabbets, bevels, or astragals shall
be required at the meeting edges, and stops shall be required at the head and
sides of door frames in smoke barriers.
35.3.7.20 Positive latching hardware shall
not be required.
35.3.7.21 Center
mullions shall be prohibited.
35.3.8
*Cooking Facilities.
Cooking facilities, other than those within individual residential units, shall
be protected in accordance with 9.2.3.
35.3.9
Standpipes.
35.3.9.1
General. Where
required, standpipe and hose systems shall be installed and maintained in
accordance with 9.10.
35.3.9.2
In High-Rise Buildings. Class I standpipe systems shall be
installed throughout all high-rise buildings.
35.3.9.3
Roof Outlets. Roof
outlets shall not be required on roofs having a slope of 3 in 12 or greater.
35.4
Special Provisions.
35.4.1
High-Rise Buildings. High-rise buildings shall comply with Section
11.8.
35.5
Reserved.
35.6
Building Services.
35.6.1
Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning.
35.6.1.1 Heating, ventilating, and
air-conditioning equipment shall comply with Section 9.2.
35.6.1.2 No stove or combustion heater shall
be located such that it blocks escape in case of fire caused by the malfunction
of the stove or heater.
35.6.1.3
Unvented fuel-fired heaters shall not be used in any assisted living community
occupancy.
35.6.3
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, and Vertical Conveyors. Elevators, dumbwaiters, and
vertical conveyors shall comply with Section 9.4.
35.6.3.2 *In high-rise buildings, one
elevator shall be provided with a protected power supply and shall be available
for use by the fire department in case of emergency.
35.6.4
Rubbish Chutes, Incinerators,
and Laundry Chutes. Rubbish chutes, incinerators, and laundry chutes
shall comply with Section 9.5.
35.7
Operating Features.
35.7.1 Emergency Planning and Preparedness.
Assisted living community facilities shall develop policies, procedures, plans,
staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and
during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff
training, resident training, and safety practices shall be developed and
implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The provisions of this Section
35.7 shall be incorporated into the plans, training and safety practices
developed by the facility.
35.7.2
Emergency Plan.
35.7.2.1 The
administration of every residential assisted living community facility shall
have, in effect and available to all supervisory personnel, written copies of a
plan for protecting all persons in the event of fire, for keeping persons in
place, for evacuating persons to areas of refuge, and for evacuating persons
from the building when necessary.
35.7.2.2 The emergency plan shall include
special staff response, including the fire protection procedures needed to
ensure the safety of any resident, and shall be amended or revised whenever any
resident with unusual needs is admitted to the home.
35.7.2.3 All employees shall be periodically
instructed and kept informed with respect to their duties and responsibilities
under the plan, and such instruction shall be reviewed by the staff not less
than every 2 months.
35.7.2.4 A
copy of the plan shall be readily available at all times within the
facility.
35.7.3
Resident Training.
35.7.3.1 All
residents participating in the emergency plan shall be trained in the proper
actions to be taken in the event of fire.
35.7.3.2 The training required by 35.7.3.1
shall include actions to be taken if the primary escape route is
blocked.
35.7.3.3 If the resident
is given rehabilitation or habilitation training, training in fire prevention
and the actions to be taken in the event of a fire shall be a part of the
training program.
35.7.3.4
Residents shall be trained to assist each other in case of fire to the extent
that their physical and mental abilities permit them to do so without
additional personal risk.
35.7.4
Emergency Egress and Relocation
Drills. Emergency egress and relocation drills shall be conducted in
accordance with 35.7.4.1 through 35.7.4.6.
35.7.4.1 Emergency egress and relocation
drills shall be conducted not less than once per quarter on each shift at
alternating times. It is intended that staff and residents be trained and
drilled based on fire and other emergencies that may occur during the periods
of lowest staffing levels. This may require more than one drill per quarter on
shifts with the lowest staffing levels."
35.7.4.2 The emergency drills shall be
permitted to be announced to the residents in advance.
35.7.4.3 The drills shall involve the
training of residents for the eventual actual evacuation of all residents to an
assembly point, as specified in the emergency plan, and shall provide residents
with experience in egressing through all exits and means of escape required by
this
Code.
35.7.4.3.1. The
assembly point shall be a place outside of the building and shall be located a
safe distance from the building being evacuated so as to avoid interference
with fire department operations. A refuge area within a smoke compartment in
buildings separated by smoke barriers shall be considered a temporary assembly
point as part of a staged evacuation.
35.7.4.3.2. Buildings with smoke compartments
shall be allowed to train residents to temporarily escape in a staged
evacuation to another smoke compartment separated by smoke barriers. Residents
shall be allowed to complete the training exercise on the other side of an
adjacent smoke barrier. Residents shall still be trained to eventually complete
building evacuation during an actual emergency evacuation. Residents shall be
required to participate in one emergency egress and relocation drill per year
where they continue to an assembly point outside of the building.
35.7.4.3.3. Residents, as a group, shall be
required to complete the evacuation drill to an exit or across a smoke barrier
in less than 13 minutes or shall be required to change its group evacuation
capability and comply with Section 35.1.8.
35.7.4.4 Exits and means of escape not used
in any drill shall not be credited in meeting the requirements of this
Code for assisted living community facilities.
35.7.4.5 Actual exiting from windows shall
not be required to comply with 35.7.3; opening the window and signaling for
help shall be an acceptable alternative.
35.7.4.6 If the assisted living community
facility has an evacuation capability classification of impractical, those
residents who cannot meaningfully assist in their own evacuation or who have
special health problems shall not be required to actively participate in the
drill.
35.7.5
Smoking.
35.7.5.1 *Smoking
regulations shall be adopted by the administration of assisted living community
occupancies.
35.7.5.2 Where smoking
is permitted, noncombustible safety-type ashtrays or receptacles shall be
provided in convenient locations.
35.7.6
*Furnishings, Mattresses, and
Decorations.
35.7.6.1 New draperies,
curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations shall
comply with 35.7.6.1.1 and 35.7.6.1.2.
35.7.6.1.1 New draperies, curtains, and other
similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations in assisted living
community facilities shall be in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.1,
unless otherwise permitted by 35.7.6.1.2.
35.7.6.1.2 In other than common areas, new
draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and
decorations shall not be required to comply with 35.7.6.1.1 where the building
is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in
accordance with 35.3.6.
35.7.6.2 *New upholstered furniture within
assisted living community facilities shall comply with 35.7.6.2.1 or
35.7.6.2.2.
35.7.6.2.1 New upholstered
furniture shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.2.1(1) and
10.3.3.
35.7.6.2.2 Upholstered
furniture belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be
tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered
single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such rooms.
35.7.6.3 *Newly introduced
mattresses within assisted living community facilities shall comply with
35.7.6.3.1 or 35.7.6.3.2.
35.7.6.3.1 Newly
introduced mattresses shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of
10.3.2.2 and 10.3.4.
35.7.6.3.2
Mattresses belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be
tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered
single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such
rooms.
35.7.7
Staff. Staff shall be on duty and in the facility at all times
when residents requiring evacuation assistance are present.
35.7.8
Inspection of Door
Openings. Door assemblies for which the door leaf is required to swing
in the direction of egress travel shall be inspected and tested not less than
annually in accordance with 7.2.1.15."
(ff)
Modification to Chapter 36:
1. Add a new subparagraph 36.3.2.1.3 to read
as follows:
36.3.2.1.3 "Rooms enclosing air
handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment
with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input shall not be
subject to the provisions of 36.3.2.1. Such rooms shall not be used for any
combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall
be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control
panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
2. Add a new subparagraph 36.3.5.1.1. to read
as follows:
36.3.5.1.1 "Individual tenant
spaces located in covered mall buildings shall be provided with electrically
supervised control valves. Such control valves shall be located off supply
mains to control each individual tenant space.
36.3.5.1.1.1 Multiple tenant spaces shall be
permitted to be controlled by one control valve provided the total area covered
by the single valve does not exceed 7,500 square feet (696.8 sq. m)."
3. Delete
subparagraph 36.4.5.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
36.4.5.6 "Emergency Planning
and Preparedness. Bulk merchandising and mercantile occupancies (Group
M) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety
practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency
condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety
practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
4. Delete subsections
36.7.1, 36.7.2, 36.7.3, and 36.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their
place the following:
36.7.1 "Emergency
Planning and Preparedness. Mercantile occupancies (Group M) shall
develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for
the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be
developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4
of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
36.7.2
Food Service Operations.
Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2
36.7.3
Upholstered Furniture and
Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and
Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to
upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies.
36.7.4
Soiled Linen and Trash
Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.9 of this Code
for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L)
or more shall not apply."
(gg) Modification to Chapter 37:
1. Add a new subparagraph 37.3.2.1.3 to read
as follows:
37.3.2.1.3 "The provisions of
37.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor
equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input
rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any
combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall
be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control
panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
2. Delete subsections 37.7.1, 37.7.2, 37.7.3,
and 37.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
37.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Mercantile occupancies (Group M) shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
37.7.2
Food Service Operations.
Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2
37.7.3
Upholstered Furniture and
Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and
Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to
upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies.
37.7.4
Soiled Linen and Trash
Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.8 of this Code
for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L)
or more shall not apply."
(hh)
Modification to Chapter 38:
1. Delete subparagraph 3 8.2.2.2.6 in its
entirety and substitute in its place the following:
38.2.2.2.6 "Delayed egress locks complying
with 7.2.1.6.1 shall be permitted, provided, however, not more than one such
device shall be permitted in the means of egress path involved."
2. Delete subparagraph
38.2.2.2.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
38.2.2.2.7 "Access-controlled egress doors
complying with 7.2.1.6.2 shall be permitted. For elevator lobby exit access
doors see 38.2.2.2.3 and 7.2.1.6.3 (14)."
3. Add a new subparagraph 38.3.2.1.1 to read
as follows:
38.3.2.1.1 "The provisions of
38.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor
equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input
rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any
combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall
be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control
panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
4. Delete subsections 38.7.1, 38.7.2, 38.7.3,
and 38.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
38.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Business occupancies (Group B) shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
38.7.2
Food Service Operations.
Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2
38.7.3
Upholstered Furniture and
Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and
Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to
upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies.
38.7.4
Soiled Linen and Trash
Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.8 of this Code
for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L)
or more shall not apply."
(ii)
Modification to Chapter 39:
1. Add a new subparagraph 39.3.2.1.1 to read
as follows:
39.3.2.1.1 "The provisions of
39.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor
equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input
rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any
combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall
be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control
panels or devices for emergency response purposes."
2. Delete subsections 39.7.1, 39.7.2, 39.7.3,
and 39.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following:
39.7.1 "Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Business occupancies (Group B) shall develop policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of
life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures,
plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented
in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
39.7.2
Food Service Operations.
Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2
39.7.3
Upholstered Furniture and
Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and
Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to
upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies.
39.7.4
Soiled Linen and Trash
Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.8 of this Code
for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L)
or more shall not apply."
(jj)
Modification to Chapter 40:
1. Delete subsection 40.3.5 in its entirety
and insert in its place the following: "40.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements.
40.3.5.1
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
industrial occupancies classified as Group F and/or Group H occupancies as in
the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, on each floor in
accordance with 9.9 of this Code.
40.3.5.2
Automatic fire suppression
systems. Automatic fire suppression systems shall be installed in
industrial occupancies as required by the International Building
Code, adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, with
regard to construction type, area and height requirements, and other features
as set forth in Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE. In addition,
automatic fire suppression systems, and/or specialized automatic fire
suppression systems, as required by the fire code authority having jurisdiction
in accordance with the International Fire Code or other codes
and standards adopted by the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be
installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the applicable
codes and standards."
2.
Delete subsections 40.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
40.7.1
Upholstered Furniture
and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code
and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply
to upholstered furniture and mattresses in industrial occupancies.
3. Add new section 40.8
to read as follows: "40.8 Emergency Planning and Preparedness.
40.8.1
Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Industrial occupancies otherwise classified under Group F
and/or Group H in the International Fire Code, shall develop
policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the
protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies,
procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and
implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the
International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
40.8.2
Employee Training and Response
Procedures. Employees in the occupancies listed in Section 404.2 of the
International Fire Code as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the
Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be trained in the
fire emergency procedures described in their fire evacuation and life safety
plans. Training shall be based on these plans and as described in Section 404.3
of the noted International Fire Code."
(kk)
Modification to Chapter 42:
1.
Delete subsection 42.3.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following: "42.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements.
42.3.5.1
Portable Fire
Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all
storage occupancies in accordance with 9.9.
42.3.5.2
Automatic fire suppression
systems. Automatic fire suppression systems shall be installed in
storage occupancies as required by the International Building
Code, adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, with
regard to construction type, area and height requirements, and other features
as set forth in Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE. In addition,
automatic fire suppression systems, and/or specialized automatic fire
suppression systems, as required by the fire code authority having jurisdiction
in accordance with the International Fire Code or other codes
and standards adopted by the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be
installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the applicable
codes and standards."
2.
Delete subsections 42.9.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
42.9.1 "Upholstered Furniture
and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code
and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply
to upholstered furniture and mattresses in storage occupancies.
3. Add a new section
42.10 to read as follows: "42.10 Emergency Planning and Preparedness.
42.10.1
Emergency Planning and
Preparedness. Storage occupancies (Group S) and High Hazard occupancies
(Group H) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety
practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency
condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety
practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable
provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as
adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."
(ll)
Modifications to Chapter 43:
1.
Add a new subparagraph 43.1.4.5.1 to read as follows:
43.1.4.5.1 "The provisions of 43.1.4.5 shall
specifically apply to compliance with the
International Fire Code
(IFC) and other codes and standards promulgated and adopted with
modifications by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety
Fire Commissioner. Accessibility issues shall be addressed in accordance with
Chapter 120-3-20 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
Where any of the provisions of this
Code chapter require
compliance with a building code, it shall be construed that compliance is
required as applicable with the
International Building Code
(
IBC), as adopted by the Georgia Board of Community Affairs.
Also, refer to
120-3-3-.01,
120-3-3-.02,
120-3-3-.03, and
120-3-3-.04(1) of
Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
2. Add a new paragraph
43.7.2.6 to read as follows:
43.7.2.6 "The
provisions of 43.7.2.4 and 43.7.2.5 shall be permitted to be modified by the
authority having jurisdiction provided the intents and purposes of 102.3,
102.4, and 102.6 of the International Fire Code (IFC), as
adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner are met."
3.
Delete subsections 43.10.1 and 43.10.2 in their entirety and substitute in
their place the following:
43.10.1
"General Requirements. Table 43.7.3 Hazard Categories and
Classifications in 43.7.3 of this Code may be utilized as may
be deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction in the evaluation of
historic buildings.
43.10.2
Application. The provisions of Chapter 43 shall be deemed as
advisory and may be applied to buildings designated as historic to the degree
deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction, provided, however, the
application of Chapter 43 and 43.10 provisions shall be coordinated as needed
to ensure compliance with the requirements, intents, and purposes of 103.3,
102.4, and 102.6 of the International Fire Code (IFC) as
adopted with modifications by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of
the Safety Fire Commissioner are met."
(mm)
Modifications to Annex A:
Add a new (4) to A.3.3.196.7 to read as follows:
(4) "Assisted Living Communities"
Delete (5) from A.3.3.196.12 in its entirety and substitute
in its place the following:
(5) "Community Living Arrangements with five
or more residents"
3. Delete (1)
from A.3.3.196.13 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
(1) "One- and two-family dwellings and
Community Living Arrangements with fewer than five residents (Chapter
24)"
4. Add a new (4) to
A.6.1.5.1 to read as follows:
(4) "Assisted
Living Communities"
5.
Delete (5) from A.6.1.9.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:"
(5) Community Living Arrangements
with five or more residents"
(73)
NFPA 101A, 2013 Edition,
Guide on Alternative Approaches to Life Safety
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new Section 1.4 to read as follows:
1.4
"This document is recognized strictly as a guide that may be used in evaluating
systems or methods to determine equivalent compliance alternatives for
buildings, structures and facilities which do not conform to the minimum
requirements of the LSC adopted by this Chapter. Recommendations may be based
on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction.
The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard,
however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable
provisions of other adopted codes or standards including the
IFC adopted by this Chapter."
(74)
NFPA 102, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Grandstands, Folding and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and
Membrane Structures
Modifications:
1.
The 2016 edition of NFPA 102 is NOT adopted. The basic provisions
of this standard have been incorporated into the 2018 Edition of NFPA 101,
Life Safety Code as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. The
provisions of the adopted Life Safety Code shall apply, as
appropriate, to new and existing bleachers, grandstands, folding and telescopic
seating. The Life Safety Code in coordination with the
applicable provisions of the adopted edition of the International Fire
Code shall apply to tents and membrane structures.
2. The following apply to facilities
constructed prior to the effective date of the current Chapter of 120-3-3 Rules
and regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.
(a) Facilities constructed after April 1,
1968 but before January 1, 1991, shall be permitted to comply with the 1978
edition of NFPA 102, Standard for Grandstands, Folding, and Telescopic Seating,
Tents, and Membrane Structures.
(b)
Facilities constructed after January 1, 1991, but before January 28, 1993,
shall be permitted to comply with the 1986 edition of NFPA 102, Standard for
Grandstands, Folding, and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and Membrane
Structures.
(c) Facilities
constructed after January 28, 1993, but before March 09, 2010, shall be
permitted to comply with the 1992 edition of NFPA 102, Standard for
Grandstands, Folding, and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and Membrane
Structures.
(d) Facilities
constructed after March 09, 2010, but before January 1, 2014, shall be
permitted to comply with the 2006 edition of NFPA 102, which had been
previously adopted."
(75)
NFPA 105, 2019 Edition, Smoke Door
Assemblies and Other Opening Protectives
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.6 to read as follows:
1.6 "This document is recognized strictly as
a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the use of door
assemblies in openings where the passage of smoke is to be governed.
Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the
authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone
enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and
in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."
(76)
NFPA 110, 2019 Edition, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power
Systems
Modifications: None
(77)
NFPA 111, 2019 Edition,
Standard on Stored Electrical Energy Emergency and Standby Power
Systems
Modifications: None
(78)
NFPA 115, 2020 Edition,
Recommended Practice on Laser Fire Protection
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows:
1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the minimum fire
protection criteria for the design, manufacture, installation, and use of
lasers and associated equipment. Recommendations may be based on the document
where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is
not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may
be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of
other adopted codes or standards."
(79)
NFPA 120, 2015 Edition,
Standard for Coal Preparation Plants
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and
any modifications.
(80)
NFPA 122, 2015 Edition, Standard for Fire Prevention and Control
in Metal / Nonmetal Mining and Metal Mineral Processing
facilities
Modifications: None
(81)
NFPA 130, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Fixed Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail
Systems
Modifications: None
(82)
NFPA 140, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Motion Picture and Television Production Studio
Soundstages and Approved Facilities
Modifications: None
(83)
NFPA 150, 2019 Edition, Standard
on Fire and Life Safety in Animal Housing Facilities
Modifications: None
(84)
NFPA 160, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience
Modifications: None
(85)
NFPA 170, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Fire Safety Symbols
Modifications: None
(86)
NFPA 204, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Smoke and Heat Venting
Modifications: None
(87)
NFPA 211, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning
Appliances
Modifications: None
(88)
NFPA 214, 2016 Edition,
Standard on Water-Cooling Towers
Modifications: None
(89)
NFPA 220, 2018 Edition,
Standard on Types of Building Construction
Modifications: None
(90)
NFPA 221, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Fire Walls and Fire Barrier Walls
Modifications: None
(91)
NFPA 232, 2017 Edition,
Standard for the Protection of Records
Modifications: None
(92)
NFPA 241, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition
Operations
Modifications: None
(93)
NFPA 252, 2017 Edition,
Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies
Modifications: None
(94)
NFPA 253, 2019 Edition,
Standard Method of Test for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering
Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source
Modifications: None
(95)
NFPA 257, 2017 Edition,
Standard on Fire Test for Window and Glass Block
Assemblies
Modifications: None
(96)
NFPA 259, 2018 Edition,
Standard Test Method for Potential Heat of Building
Materials
Modifications: None
(97)
NFPA 260, 2019 Edition,
Standard Methods of Tests and Classification System for Cigarette
Ignition Resistance of Components of Upholstered Furniture
Modifications: None
(98)
NFPA 261, 2018 Edition,
Standard Method of Test for Determining Resistance of Mock-Up
Upholstered Furniture Material Assemblies to Ignition by Smoldering
Cigarettes
Modifications: None
(99)
NFPA 262, 2019 Edition,
Standard Method of Test for Flame Travel and Smoke of Wires and Cables
for Use in Air-Handling Spaces
Modifications: None
(100)
NFPA 265, 2019 Edition,
Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Room Fire Growth
Contribution of Textile Coverings on Full Height Panels and
Walls
Modifications: None
(101)
NFPA 268, 2017 Edition,
Standard Test Method for Determining Ignitability of Exterior Wall
Assemblies Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source
Modifications: None
(102)
NFPA 269, 2017 Edition,
Standard Test Method for Developing Toxic Potency Data for Use in Fire
Hazard Modeling
Modifications: None
(103)
NFPA 270, 2018 Edition,
Standard Method of Test for Measurement of Smoke Obstruction Using a
Conical Radiant Source in a Single Closed Chamber
Modifications: None
(104)
NFPA 274, 2018 Edition,
Standard Test Method to Evaluate Fire Performance Characteristics of Pipe
Insulation
Modifications: None
(105)
NFPA 275, 2017 Edition,
Standard Test Method of Fire Tests for the Evaluation of Thermal
Barriers Used Over Foam Plastic Insulation
Modifications: None
(106)
NFPA 276, 2019 Edition,
Standard Method of Fire Test for Determining the Heat Release Rate of
Roofing Assemblies with Combustible Above-Deck Roofing
Components
Modifications: None
(107)
NFPA 285, 2019 Edition,
Standard Method of Test for the Evaluation of Flammability
Characteristics of Exterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Assemblies Containing
Combustible Components Using the Intermediate-Scale, Multistory Test
Apparatus
Modifications: None
(108)
NFPA 286, 2019 Edition,
Standard Method of Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and
Ceiling Interior Finish to Room Fire Growth
Modifications: None
(109)
NFPA 287, 2017 Edition,
Standard Methods for Measurement of Flammability of Materials in
Cleanrooms Using a Fire Propagation Apparatus (FPA)
Modifications: None
(110)
NFPA 288, 2017 Edition,
Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Floor Fire Door Assemblies Installed
Horizontally in Fire Resistance-Rated Floor Systems
Modifications: None
(111)
NFPA 289, 2019 Edition,
Standard Method of Fire Test for Individual Fuel
Packages
Modifications: None
(112)
NFPA 291, 2018 Edition,
Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of
Hydrants
Modifications:
1. Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as
follows:
1.1.1 "This document is recognized
strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the design of
facilities for the emergency venting of products of combustion. Recommendations
may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having
jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code
or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of
applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."
(113)
NFPA 302, 2015 Edition, Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and
Commercial Motor Craft
Modifications: None
(114)
NFPA 303, 2016 Edition,
Fire Protection Standard for Marinas and Boatyards
Modifications: None
(115)
NFPA 306, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels
Modifications: None
(116)
NFPA 307, 2016 Edition,
Standard for the Construction and Fire Protection of Marine Terminals,
Piers, and Wharves
Modifications: None
(117)
NFPA 312, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Fire Protection of Vessels During Construction, Repair,
and Lay-Up
Modifications: None
(118)
NFPA 318, 2018 Edition,
Standard for the Protection of Semiconductor Fabrication
Facilities
Modifications: None
(119)
NFPA 326, 2020 Edition,
Standard for the Safeguarding of Tanks and Containers for Entry,
Cleaning or Repair
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for the
adopted edition and any modifications.
(120)
NFPA 329, 2020 Edition,
Recommended Practice for Handling Releases of Flammable and Combustible
Liquids and Gases
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(121)
NFPA 385, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Tank Vehicles for Flammable and Combustible
Liquids
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for the adopted edition and any modifications.
(122)
NFPA 400, 2019
Edition, Hazardous Materials Code
Modifications: None
(123)
NFPA 407, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for the adopted edition and any modifications.
(124)
NFPA 408, 2017
Edition, Standard for Aircraft Hand Portable Fire
Extinguishers
Modifications: None
(125)
NFPA 409, 2016 Edition,
Standard on Aircraft Hangars
Modifications: None
(126)
NFPA 410, 2020 Edition,
Standard on Aircraft Maintenance
Modifications: None
(127)
NFPA 415, 2016 Edition,
Standard on Airport Terminal Buildings, Fueling Ramp Drainage, and
Loading Walkways
Modifications: None
(128)
NFPA 418, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Heliports
Modifications: None
(129)
NFPA 423, 2016 Edition,
Standard for Construction and Protection of Aircraft Engine Test
Facilities
Modifications: None
(130)
NFPA 424, 2018 Edition,
Guide for Airport / Community Emergency Planning
Modifications:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as follows:
1.1.1 "This document is recognized strictly
as a guide to provide information for the elements of an airport/community
emergency plan. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the
form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in
conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted
codes or standards."
(131)
NFPA 484, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Combustible Metals
Modifications:
(1)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner for the application of this standard and the adopted edition and
any modifications.
(132)
NFPA 495, 2018 Edition, Explosive Materials Code
Modifications:
(1)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(133)
NFPA 496, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Purged and Pressurized Enclosures for Electrical
Equipment
Modifications:
(1)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-10, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(134)
NFPA 497, 2017 Edition,
Recommended Practice for the Classification of Flammable Liquids,
Gases, or Vapors and of Hazardous (Classified) Locations for Electrical
Installations in Chemical Process Areas
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new paragraph 1.1.6 to read as follows:
1.1.6 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice for locations where flammable gases or vapors,
flammable liquids, or combustible liquids are processed or handled and where
their release into the atmosphere may result in their ignition by electrical
systems or equipment. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the
form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in
conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted
codes or standards."
(135)
NFPA 498, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Safe Havens and Interchange Lots for Vehicles Transporting
Explosives
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-10, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(136)
NFPA 501A, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home Installations,
Sites, and Communities
Modifications: None
(137)
NFPA 502, 2017 Edition,
Standard for Road Tunnels, Bridges, and Other Limited Access
Highways
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as follows:
1.1.5 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice for the evaluation of the design, construction,
operation, maintenance, and fire protection of limited access highways,
tunnels, bridges, elevated roadways, depressed roadways and air-right
structures. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the
form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in
conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted
codes or standards."
(138)
NFPA 505, 2018 Edition,
Fire Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks Including Type
Designations, Areas of Use, Conversions, Maintenance, and
Operations
Modifications: None
(139)
NFPA 520, 2016 Edition,
Standard on Subterranean Spaces
Modifications: None
(140)
NFPA 551, 2019 Edition,
Standard on Evaluation of Fire Risk Assessments
Modifications: None
(141)
NFPA 555, 2017 Edition,
Guide on Methods for Evaluating Potential for Room
Flashover
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new paragraph 1.1.3 to read as follows:
1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly a
guide for evaluating the potential for room flashover from fire involving the
contents, furnishings, and the interior finish of a room. Recommendations may
be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having
jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code
or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of
applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."
(142)
NFPA 557, 2020 Edition,
Standard for Determination of Fire Loads for Use in Structural Fire
Protection Design
Modifications: None
(143)
NFPA 600, 2015 Edition,
Standard on Industrial Fire Brigades
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1. Delete subsection 1.1.3 in its entirety
and substitute in its place the following:
1.1.3 "This document is recognized as a
recommended practice for the establishment of the minimum requirements for
organizing, operating, training and equipping industrial fire brigades.
Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the
authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone
enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and
in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."
(144)
NFPA 652, 2019 Edition,
Standard on Fundamentals of Combustible Dust
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and
any modifications.
(145)
NFPA 654, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Prevention of Fire and
Dust Explosions from Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of Combustible
Particulate Solids
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and
any modifications.
(146)
NFPA 655, 2017 Edition, Standard for Prevention of Sulfur Fires
and Explosions
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and
any modifications.
(147)
NFPA 664, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Prevention of Fires and
Explosions in Wood Processing and Woodworking Facilities
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and
any modifications if Standard industry code is specified in paragraph 1(b) of
rule
120-3-24-.02.
All other applications shall be as specified in the 2007 edition of this
standard without modification.
(148)
NFPA 701, 2019 Edition,
Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and
Films
Modifications: None
(149)
NFPA 703, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Fire-Retardant-Treated Impregnated Wood and Fire-Retardant
Coatings for Building Materials
Modifications: None
(150)
NFPA 704, 2017 Edition,
Standard System for the Identification of the Hazards of Materials for
Emergency Response
Modifications: None
(151)
NFPA 705, 2018 Edition,
Recommended Practice for a Field Flame Test for Textiles and
Films
Modifications: None
(152)
NFPA 715, 2023 Edition, Standard
for the Installation of Fuel Gases Detection and Warning Equipment
Modifications: None
(153)
NFPA 720, 2015 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection and
Warning Equipment
Modifications: None
(154)
NFPA 750, 2019 Edition,
Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems
Modifications: None
(155)
NFPA 780, 2020 Edition,
Standard for the Installation of Lighting Protection
Systems
Modifications: None
(156)
NFPA 790, 2018 Edition,
Standard for Competency of Third Party Field Evaluation
Bodies
Modifications: None
(157)
NFPA 791, 2018 Edition,
Recommended Practice and Procedures for Unlabeled Electrical Equipment
Evaluation
Modifications: None
(158)
NFPA 801, 2014 Edition,
Standard for Fire Protection for Facilities Handling Radioactive
Materials
Modifications: None
(159)
NFPA 804, 2015 Edition,
Standard for Fire Protection for Advanced Light Water Reactor Electric
Generating Plants
Modifications: None
(160)
NFPA 805, 2015 Edition,
Performance-Based Standard for Fire Protection for Light Water Reactor
Electric Generating Plants
Modifications: None
(161)
NFPA 806, 2015 Edition,
Performance-Based Standard for Fire Protection for Advanced Nuclear
Reactor Electric Generating Plants Change Process
Modifications: None
(162)
NFPA 820, 2020 Edition,
Standard for Fire Protection in Wastewater Treatment and Collection
Facilities
Modifications: None
(163)
NFPA 850, 2015 Edition,
Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Electric Generating Plants
and High Voltage Direct Current Converter Stations
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as follows:
1.1.1 "This document is recognized strictly a
recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection for electric
generating plants and high voltage direct current converter stations except as
specified in 1.1. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the
form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in
conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted
codes or standards."
(164)
NFPA 851, 2010 Edition,
Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Hydroelectric Generating
Plants
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1. Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as
follows:
1.1.1 "This document is recognized
strictly a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection for
hydroelectric generating plants. Recommendations may be based on the document
where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is
not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may
be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of
other adopted codes or standards."
(165)
NFPA 853, Standard for
the Installation of Stationary Fuel Cell Power Systems, 2020
Edition
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add new subsection 1.1.3 to
read as follows:
1.1.3
Where the requirements of this standard are in conflict with the
International Building Code as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community
Affairs or the International Fire Code as adopted and modified by this Chapter,
the most restrictive requirements shall apply unless otherwise approved by the
State Fire Marshal.
(166)
NFPA 855,Standard for
Installation for Stationary Energy Storage Systems, 2020
Edition
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to
read as follows:
1.1.1
Where the requirements of this standard are in conflict with the
International Building Code as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community
Affairs or the International Fire Code as adopted and modified by this Chapter,
the most restrictive requirements shall apply unless otherwise approved by the
State Fire Marshal.
(167)
NFPA 909, 2017 Edition,
Code for the Protection of Cultural Resource Properties - Museums,
Libraries, and Places of Worship
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as follows:
1.1.5 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection for various
cultural resources. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is in the form
of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it is not adopted as a
minimum state code or standard. It may be used in conjunction with and in the
support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards, or it may
be adopted and enforced by a local jurisdiction under local ordinance."
(b)
Modification to Chapter 3:
1.
Delete the definition 3.3.25 for Fire Hazard and substitute in its place the
following:
3.3.25 " "Fire Hazard" means for
the intents and purposes of this Code, an activity,
circumstance, condition, situation, combination of materials, material process,
use or improper use of heat sources, or that on the basis of applicable
documentation, data, or information sources deemed reliable by the authority
having jurisdiction, can cause an unwanted fire, a fire out of control, an
explosion, or a related condition, such as panic from a fear of smoke, fire, or
explosion, that the authority having jurisdiction determines to be a risk to
persons, to property, or to the health, safety, and or welfare of the
jurisdiction."
(168)
NFPA 914, 2019 Edition,
Code for Fire Protection of Historic Structures
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows:
1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly
as a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection of historic
structures. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed
appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is in the form
of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it is not adopted as a
minimum state code or standard. It may be used in conjunction with and in the
support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards, or it may
be adopted and enforced by a local jurisdiction under local ordinance."
(b)
Modifications to Chapter 3:
1.
Delete the definition 3.3.30 for Fire Hazard and substitute in its place the
following:
3.3.30 " "Fire Hazard" means for
the intents and purposes of this Code, an activity,
circumstance, condition, situation, combination of materials, material process,
use or improper use of heat sources, or that on the basis of applicable
documentation, data, or information sources deemed reliable by the authority
having jurisdiction, can cause an unwanted fire, a fire out of control, an
explosion, or a related condition, such as panic from a fear of smoke, fire, or
explosion, that the authority having jurisdiction determines to be a risk to
persons, to property, or to the health, safety, and or welfare of the
jurisdiction."
(169)
NFPA 1122, 2018 Edition,
Code for Model Rocketry
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(170)
NFPA 1123, 2018 Edition,
Code for Fireworks Display
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(171)
NFPA 1124, Code for the
Manufacture, Transportation, Storage and Retail Sales of Fireworks and
Pyrotechnic Articles
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(172)
NFPA 1125, 2017 Edition,
Code for the Manufacture of Model Rocket and High Power Rocket
Motors
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(173)
NFPA 1126, 2016 Edition,
Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate
Audience
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(174)
NFPA 1127, 2018 Edition,
Code for High-Power Rocketry
Modifications:
(a)
Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire
Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.
(175)
NFPA 1142, 2017 Edition,
Standard on Water Supplies for Suburban and Rural Fire
Fighting
Modifications: None
(176) NFPA 1225 Standard for Emergency
Services Communications
(a) Modifications to
Chapter 1
(1) Add a new subsection 1.3.1 to
read as follows:
1.3.1 Chapters 1 through 3
and Chapter 18 shall be the standard for In-Building Emergency Responder
Communications Enhancement Systems.
2. Add a new section 1.6 Enforcement
Requirement:
1.6 Enforcement Requirement
Except for 1.3.1 it is intended that this standard shall be
administered and enforced by the authority having jurisdiction designated by
the local governing authority.
(b) Modifications to Chapter 2
1. Add a new subsection 2.2.1 to read as
follows:
2.2.1 Refer to the Rules and
Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3 for the NFPA
publication editions that apply to Chapter 18.
(c) Modifications to Chapter 18
1. Add a new paragraph 18.2.1.1 to read as
follows:
18.2.1.1 Where buildings or
facilities fall under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner
as set forth in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.), Title 25,
Chapter 2, and for State owned facilities and State occupied facilities that
are not provided with a facility fire department, it is intended that the
provisions of chapter 18 and subsection 20.3.10 and subparagraph 20.3.10.1 be
administered by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official responsible for
providing fire or other emergency response to the buildings or facilities and
the frequency license holder(s).
2. Delete subsection 18.8.3 in its entirety
and replace with a new subsection 18.8.3 to read as follows:
18.8.3 Critical areas, including fire command
centers complying with Section 508 of the International Fire Code as adopted in
the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3, fire
pump rooms, exit stairs, exit passageways, elevators, elevator lobbies,
standpipe cabinets, sprinkler sectional valve locations, and other areas deemed
critical by the AHJ, shall be provided with 99 percent floor area radio
coverage.
(177)
NFPA 1221, 2019 Edition,
Standard for the Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Emergency Services
Communications Systems
Modifications: None
(178)
NFPA 1961, 2013 Edition,
Standard on Fire Hose
Modifications: None
(179)
NFPA 1962, 2018 Edition,
Standard for the Inspection, Care, and Use of Fire Hose, Couplings, and
Nozzles and the Service Testing of Fire Hose
Modifications: None
(180)
NFPA 1963, 2019 Edition,
Standard for Fire Hose Connections
Modifications: None
(181)
NFPA 2001, 2018 Edition,
Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
Modifications:
(a)
Modification to Chapter 8:
1.
Delete subsection 8.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the
following:
8.1.2 "All persons who could be
expected to inspect, test, or maintain, fire extinguishing systems shall be
licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the
Official Code of Georgia Annotated and thoroughly trained and kept thoroughly
trained in the functions they are expected to perform."
2. Delete subsection 8.4 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
8.4 "At
least annually, all systems shall be thoroughly inspected and tested for proper
operation by personnel qualified in the installation and testing of clean agent
extinguishing systems and licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter
12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. Discharge tests shall
not be required."
(182)
NFPA 2010, 2015 Edition,
Fixed Aerosol Fire Extinguishing Systems
Modifications: None
(183)
International
Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC), 2012 Edition
Modifications:
(a)
Modifications to Chapter 1:
1.
Delete section 101.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:
101.1 "Title. The
International Fire Code, 2012 edition, published by the
International Code Council, shall be known as a
Georgia State Wildland-Urban Interface Code, hereafter
referred to as "this Code"."
2. Delete section 101.2 in its entirety and
substitute in its place the following:
101.2
"
Scope. The provisions of this
Code shall apply
to the construction, alteration, movement, repair, maintenance and use of any
building, structure or premises within the wildland-urban interface areas
designated by local jurisdictions by ordinance."(Note: See sample Ordinance on
page xi of this
Code for application and designated fire
area.)
Buildings or conditions in existence at the time of the
adoption of this Code are allowed to have their use or
occupancy continued, if such condition, use or occupancy was legal at the time
of the adoption of this Code, provided such continued use does
not constitute a distinct danger to life or property.
Buildings or structures moved into or within the jurisdiction
shall comply with the provisions of this Code for new
buildings or structures.
101.2.1
Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless
specifically adopted by local ordinance."