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Common Fire Code Violations

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Table of Contents

Clicking on each chapter below will take you to that specific section

Portable Extinguishers, page 2

Commercial Cooking, page 2

Class K portable fire extinguishers, page 2

Exits and Means of Egress, page 3

Fire Alarm Systems, Evacuation Plans, and Fire Drills, page 5

Housekeeping and Heating Appliances, page 6

Miscellaneous (Matters not provided for, Smoking, Addressing, Fire Apparatus Roads, Hydrant Clearance, FDC Protective Covers,

Fire Walls and Doors, Propane Sales Outside Storage) , page 7

Electrical, page 7

Fire Watch, page 8

General Burning Requirements, page 9

Open Burning Requirements, page 9

City of Macon Open Burning Ordinances, page 10

Occupant Load Maximum Floor Area Allowances Table, page 11

Section 906 Portable Fire Extinguishers, page 12

NFPA 704 Info, page 15

Hazardous Materials-General Provisions, page 16

Sprinkler Requirements, page 17


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Portable Extinguishers

Portable Fire Extinguisher Code (IFC 906)

Portable Fire Extinguisher are required within 30’ of commercial cooking equipment (IFC 906.1)

Portable Fire Extinguishers Where Required (IFC 906.1)

Additional Required Portable Fire Extinguishers (IFC T 906.1)

Portable Fire Extinguisher General Requirements (IFC 906.2)

Portable Fire Extinguisher Size and Distribution (IFC 906.3)

One 2A per 3000 sq. ft. in light hazard (offices) and 1500 sq. ft. in ordinary hazards. (IFC T. 906.3(1) and 906.3(2))

Maximum travel distance to a fire extinguisher is 75 feet (IFC T906.3(1))

Shall be located in a conspicuous and readily available location ready for use (IFC 906.5)

Shall not be obstructed or obscured from view, means shall be provided to indicate the location (IFC 906.6)

Shall be housed either in cabinets, hangers or brackets. (IFC 906.7)

Extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 pounds shall be installed so that its top is not more than 5 feet above the floor, a

gross weight exceeding 40 pounds shall be installed so that its top is not more than 3.5 feet above the floor, and the bottom not less than

4 inches above the floor. (IFC 906.9.1 – 906.9.3)

Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times. (IFC 901.6 Groups A, B, E)

Fire extinguishers shall be serviced annually and have a current service tag attached (IFC 901.6 and NFPA 10 Section 7.3.4 and Table

7.3.3.1)

Fire extinguishers shall be manually inspected when initially placed in service and at a minimum of 30 day intervals (IFC 901.6.1 and

NFPA 10 Section 7.2.1.2 – 7.2.1.2.1)

A minimum of one portable extinguisher with a minimum of 2-A: 20-B:C is required within 30 feet of a welding area (IFC 3504.2.6

(welding and other hot work)).

Motor fuel dispensing facility requires a 2-A:20-B:C fire extinguisher within 75 feet of the pumps, dispensers or storage tank fill-pipe

openings. (IFC 2305.5)

A 3-foot clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants (IFC 507.5.5)

Commercial Cooking

Cleaning shall be recorded, and records shall state the extent, time and date of cleaning. Such records shall be maintained on the

premises (IFC 609.3.3.3)

Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be serviced at least every 6 months and after activation of the system. Inspections

shall be by a qualified individual(s), and a certificate of inspections shall be forwarded to the fire code official upon completion

(IFC 904.11.6.2)

Fusible links shall be replaced at least annually, and other protection devices shall be serviced or replaced in accordance with the

manufacturer’s instructions. (IFC 904.11.6.3)

For commercial cooking appliances a manual actuation device shall be located at or near a means of egress from the cooking

area, 42 – 48 inches above the floor (IFC 904.11.1)

Class K portable fire extinguishers for deep fat fryers.

Commercial cooking equipment involving vegetable oil or animal fat shall be protected by a Class K rated portable fire

extinguisher provided within 30 feet travel distance of commercial cooking equipment (IFC 904.11.5)

When hazard areas include deep fat fryers, listed Class K portable fire extinguishers shall be provided as follows:

(IFC 904.11.5.2)

1. For up to four fryers having a maximum cooking medium capacity of 80 pounds (36.3 kg) each: One Class K portable fire

extinguisher of a minimum 1.5 gallon (6 L) capacity.

2. For every additional group of four fryers having a maximum cooking medium capacity of 80 pounds (36.3 kg) each: One

additional Class K portable fire extinguisher of a minimum 1.5 gallon (6 L) capacity shall be provided.

3. For individual fryers exceeding 6 square feet (0.55 m2) in surface area: Class K portable fire extinguishers shall be installed

in accordance with the extinguisher manufacturer’s recommendations.

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Exits and Mean of Egress

It shall be unlawful to alter a building or structure in a manner that will reduce the number of exits or the capacity of the means of

egress to less than required by this code (IFC 1001.2)

The means of egress, including the exit discharge, shall be illuminated at all times the building space served by the means of

egress is occupied (IFC 1006.1)


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Exit and exit access doors shall be marked by an approved exit sign readily visible from any directions of egress travel. Exit sign

placement shall be such that no point in a corridor is more than 100 feet or the listed viewing distance for the sign, whichever is

less, from the nearest visible exit sign. (IFC 1011.1)

Every exit sign and directional exit sign shall have plainly legible letters not less than 6 inches high. The word “EXIT” shall be

in high contrast with the background and shall be clearly discernible when the means of exit sign illumination is or is not

energized. (IFC 1011.6.1)

Minimum of 4 exits for more than 1000 occupant load, 3 exits for 501 – 1000, and 2 exits for 1 – 500. (IFC 1021.2 & 1021.2.4)

Buildings with one 1 exit and under 50 occupants allowed in some occupancies. (IFC T. 1021.2(1) and 1021.2(2))

The required capacity based on occupant load, in inches, of the means of egress for any room, area, space or story shall not be

less than that determined in accordance with Sections 1005.3.1 and 1005.3.2. (IFC 1005.3)

o IFC [B] 1005.3.1 Stairways.

The capacity, in inches (mm), of means of egress stairways shall be calculated by multiplying the occupant load served

by such stairway by a means of egress capacity factor of 0.3 inch (7.6 mm) per occupant. Where stairways serve more

than one story, only the occupant load of each story considered individually shall be used in calculating the required

capacity of the stairways serving that story.

Exception: For other than Group H and I-2 occupancies, the capacity, in inches (mm), of means of egress

stairways shall be calculated multiplying the occupant load served by such stairway by a means of egress

capacity factor of 0.2 inch (5.1 mm) per occupant in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic

sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and an emergency voice/alarm

communication system in accordance with Section 907.5.2.2.

o IFC [B] 1005.3.2 Other egress components.

The capacity, in inches (mm), of means of egress components other than stairways shall be calculated by multiplying

the occupant load served by such component by a means of egress capacity factor of 0.2 inch (5.1 mm) per occupant.

Exception: For other than Group H and I-2 occupancies, the capacity, in inches (mm), of means of egress

components other than stairways shall be calculated multiplying the occupant load served by such component

by a means of egress capacity factor of 0.15 inch (3.8 mm) per occupant in buildings equipped throughout

with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and an

emergency voice/alarm communication system in accordance with Section 907.5.2.2.

Doorways shall not be less than 32 inches in clear width (IFC 1008.1.1)

There shall not be projections into the required clear width lower than 34 inches (864 mm) above the floor or ground. Projections

into the clear opening width between 34 inches (864 mm) and 80 inches (2032 mm) above the floor or ground shall not exceed 4

inches (102 mm). (IFC 1008.1.1.1)

o To figure minimum clear width of an egress doorway for occupant capacity is based on the portion of the occupant

load intended to utilize the doorway for egress purposes multiplied by the egress width per occupant from Section

1005.1, example 1: the capacity of a 32-inch clear width door is 32/0.2 = 160 occupants. Example 2; 2 exit access

doorways from a room with an occupant load of 300 would each have a required capacity of not less than 150,

based on the minimum required 32-inch clear width per door divided by 0.2 inch per occupant equals 160

occupants, the clear width door would meet both the minimum and the capacity requirements. If the occupancy

load was 450 with 2 exits, the required load would be 225 and the minimum requirements would not be met unless

more doors were installed or larger door leaves installed. Sprinklered buildings permitted allowance capacity is

0.15-inch, example: 32/0.15 = 213 occupants.

Doors shall swing in direction of egress travel where serving an occupant load of 50 or more (IFC 1008.1.2)

Exit signs are required where more than one exit is required (IFC 1011.1)

Key locking hardware may be used on the main exit if there is a readily visible, durable sign on, or adjacent to, the door stating:

“This door to remain unlocked when building is occupied”. The locking device must be readily distinguishable as locked. (IFC

1017.3)

In public areas of Group M occupancies, the minimum clear aisle width shall be 36 inches. Wider depending on occupant load

(IFC 1030.3)

A means of egress shall be free from obstructions that would prevent its use, including the accumulation of snow and ice (IFC

1028.3)

Opening protectives shall be maintained in an operative condition in accordance with NFPA 80. Fire doors and smoke barriers

doors shall not be blocked or obstructed or otherwise made inoperable. Fire door assemblies shall not be modified. (IFC 703.2)

Posting of occupant load. Every room or space that is an assembly occupancy shall have the occupant load of the room or space

posted in a conspicuous place, near the main exit or exit access doorway from the room or space. Posted signs shall be of an

approved legible permanent design and shall be maintained by the owner or authorized agent. (1004.3)

Illumination required. The means of egress, including the exit discharge, shall be illuminated at all times the building space

served by the means of egress is occupied. (IFC 1006.1)

Exceptions:

o Occupancies in Group U.

o Aisle accessways in Group A.

o Dwelling units and sleeping units in Groups R-1, R-2 and R-3.


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o Sleeping units of Group I occupancies.

Illumination emergency power. The power supply for means of egress illumination shall normally be provided by the premises’

electrical supply. (IFC 1006.3)

In the event of power supply failure, an emergency electrical system shall automatically illuminate the following areas:

1. Aisles and unenclosed egress stairways in rooms and spaces that require two or more means of egress.

2. Corridors, exit enclosures and exit passageways in buildings required to have two or more exits.

3. Exterior egress components at other than the level of exit discharge until exit discharge is accomplished for buildings

required to have two or more exits.

4. Interior exit discharge elements, as permitted in Section 1024.1, in buildings required to have two or more exits.

5. Exterior landings, as required by Section 1008.1.5, for exit discharge doorways in buildings required to have two or more

exits.

The emergency power system shall provide power for a duration of not less than 90 minutes and shall consist of storage

batteries, unit equipment or an on-site generator. The installation of the emergency power system shall be in accordance

with Section 604 of the International Fire Code.

Exit Signs. Where required. Exits and exit access doors shall be marked by an approved exit sign readily visible from any

direction of egress travel. Access to exits shall be marked by readily visible exit signs in cases where the exit or the path of egress

travel is not immediately visible to the occupants. Exit sign placement shall be such that no point in a corridor is more than 100

feet (30 480 mm) or the listed viewing distance for the sign, whichever is less, from the nearest visible exit sign. (IFC 1011.1)

Exceptions:

1. Exit signs are not required in rooms or areas that require only one exit or exit access.

2. Main exterior exit doors or gates that are obviously and clearly identifiable as exits need not have exit signs where approved

by the fire code official.

3. Exit signs are not required in occupancies in Group U and individual sleeping units or dwelling units in Group R-1, R-2 or

R-3.

4. Exit signs are not required in sleeping areas in occupancies in Group I-3.

5. In occupancies in Groups A-4 and A-5, exit signs are not required on the seating side of vomitories or openings into seating

areas where exit signs are provided in the concourse that are readily apparent from the vomitories. Egress lighting is

provided to identify each vomitory or opening within the seating area in an emergency.

Illumination. Exit signs shall be internally or externally illuminated. Exception: Tactile signs required by Section 1011.4 need

not be provided with illumination. (1011.3)

Maintenance of the Means of Egress. General. The means of egress for buildings or portions thereof shall be maintained in

accordance with this section. (IFC 1030.1)

Reliability. Required exit accesses, exits or exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from obstructions or

impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency when the areas served by such exits are occupied. Security

devices affecting means of egress shall be subject to approval of the fire code official. (IFC 1030.2)

Obstructions. A means of egress shall be free from obstructions that would prevent its use, including the accumulation of snow

and ice. (IFC 1030.3)

Exit signs. Exit signs shall be installed and maintained in accordance with Section 1011. Decorations, furnishings, equipment or

adjacent signage that impairs the visibility of exit signs, creates confusion or prevents identification of the exit shall not be

allowed. (IFC 1030.4)

Furnishings and decorations. Furnishings, decorations or other objects shall not be placed so as to obstruct exits, access thereto,

egress therefrom, or visibility thereof. Hangings and draperies shall not be placed over exit doors or otherwise be located to

conceal or obstruct an exit. Mirrors shall not be placed on exit doors. Mirrors shall not be placed in or adjacent to any exit in such

a manner as to confuse the direction of exit. (IFC 1030.6)

[B] TABLE 1021.2(1) STORIES WITH ONE EXIT OR ACCESS TO ONE EXIT FOR R-2 OCCUPANCIES

STORY OCCUPANCY MAXIMUM NUMBER OF

DWELLING UNITS MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS TRAVEL

DISTANCE

Basement, first, second or third story R-2a, b 4 dwelling units 125 feet

Fourth story and above NP NA NA

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm.

NP – Not Permitted.

NA – Not Applicable.

a. Buildings classified as Group R-2 equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and provided with

emergency escape and rescue openings in accordance with Section 1029.

b. This table is used for R-2 occupancies consisting of dwelling units. For R-2 occupancies consisting of sleeping units, use Table 1021.2(2).

[B] TABLE 1021.2(2) STORIES WITH ONE EXIT OR ACCESS TO ONE EXIT FOR OTHER OCCUPANCIES

STORY OCCUPANCY MAXIMUM OCCUPANTS PER STORY MAXIMUM EXIT ACCESS

TRAVEL DISTANCE

First story or basement A, Bb, E, Fb, M, U, Sb 49 occupants 75 feet

H-2, H-3 3 occupants 25 feet


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H-4, H-5, I, R-1, R-2a, c, R-4 10 occupants 75 feet

S 29 occupants 100 feet

Second story B, F, M, S 29 occupants 75 feet

Third story and above NP NA NA

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm.

NP – Not Permitted.

NA – Not Applicable.

a. Buildings classified as Group R-2 equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and provided with

emergency escape and rescue openings in accordance with Section 1029.

b. Group B, F and S occupancies in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 shall have a maximum

travel distance of 100 feet.

c. This table is used for R-2 occupancies consisting of sleeping units. For R-2 occupancies consisting of dwelling units, use Table 1021.2(1).

Fire Alarm Systems, Evacuation Plans, and Fire Drills

Fire Alarm and Detection Systems (IFC 907)

A manual fire alarm systems are required in the following general occupancy classifications: Group A – see 907.2.1, Group B – see

907.2.2, Group E – see 907.2.3, Group F – see 907.2.4, Group H – see 907.2.5, Group I – 907.2.6 and 907.2.6.3, Group M – 907.2.7,

Group R-1 – 907.2.8.1, Group R-2 – 907.2.9 (See figure 907.2 on page)

An electrically supervised, automatic smoke detection system shall be provided in accordance with Group I-1 – Section 907.2.6.1, I-2

Section 907.2.6.2, and I-3 Section 907.2.6.3, Group R-1 – 907.2.8.2

An approved fire safety an evacuation plan shall be prepared and maintained. The plan shall be reviewed or updated annually

(IFC 404)

All occupants must participate in monthly fire and evacuation drills (IFC T. 405.2)



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Housekeeping and Heating Appliances

Combustible Waste Material Fire Code (IFC 304)

Combustible waste material creating a fire hazard shall not be allowed to accumulate in building or structure or upon the

premises (IFC 304.1)

Materials susceptible to spontaneous ignition, such as oily rags, shall be stored in a listed disposal container. Contents of such

containers shall be removed and disposed of daily (IFC 304.3.1)

Dumpsters and containers with an individual capacity of 1.5 cubic yards or more shall not be stored in building or placed within 5

feet of combustible walls, openings, or combustible roof eave lines (IFC 304.3.3)

Storage of combustible materials in building shall be orderly (IFC 315.3)

Storage shall be maintained 2 feet or more below the ceiling in non-sprinklered areas of building or a minimum of 18 inches

below sprinkler head deflectors in sprinklered areas of buildings (IFC 315.3.1)

Combustible materials shall not be stored in exits or exit enclosures (IFC 315.3.2)

Combustible materials shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, or electrical equipment rooms (IFC 315.3.3)

Attic, under-floor and concealed spaces used for storage of combustible materials shall be protected on the storage side as

required for 1-hour fire-resistive construction, exception if the area is protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system (IFC

315.3.4)

Storage shall be separated from heaters or heating devices by distance or shielding so that ignition cannot occur (IFC 315.3)

The heating element and/or combustion chamber shall be permanently guarded so as to prevent contact by persons or material (IFC

603.5.1, NFC/NFPA 86 chapter 5.2.8.1)

Furnace Clearance; Unrelated stock and combustible materials shall be located at a distance from a furnace, a furnace heater, or

ductwork so that the combustible materials will not be ignited, with a minimum separation distance of 2.5 ft (0.8 m). (NFPA 86

5.1.3.2)

Heating appliances shall be installed and maintained in accordance to manufactures instructions (IFC 603.5.2, International Building

Code, International Mechanical Code, International Fuel Gas Code, ICC Electric Code)

Hot water heater clearances shall not be such as to interfere with combustion air, draft hood clearance and relief, and accessibility for

servicing. Listed water heaters shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. (NFPA 54 Ch. 10.28.2.1)

o Unlisted water heaters shall be installed with a clearance of 12 in. (300 mm) on all sides and rear. Combustible floors under

unlisted water heaters shall be protected in an approved manner. (NFPA 54 Ch. 10.28.2.2)

Secure all compressed gas cylinders in an upright position against a support or in a cart. When not in use provide protective caps.

(5303.5.3 and 5303.6)

Shelf storage of flammable and combustible liquids shall be orderly (IFC 5704.3.3.5.3)

Storage of flammable liquids in excess of 10 gallons shall be in approved liquid storage cabinets (IFC 5704.3.4.4)

Storage of less than 10 gallons of flammable or combustible liquids can be stored outside of a cabinet when in approved containers

located in private garages, or other approved locations (IFC 5704.3.4.4)

Class IA liquids shall not be used for cleaning (IFC 5705.3.6.1)

Classification of Liquids (IFC SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS)

FLAMMABLE LIQUID. A liquid having a closed cup flash point below 100°F (38°C). Flammable liquids are further

categorized into a group known as Class I liquids. The Class I category is subdivided as follows:

Class IA. Liquids having a flash point below 73°F (23°C) and having a boiling point below 100°F (38°C).

Class IB. Liquids having a flash point below 73°F (23°C) and having a boiling point at or above 100°F (38°C).

Class IC. Liquids having a flash point at or above 73°F (23°C) and below 100°F (38°C).

COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID. A liquid having a closed cup flash point at or above 100°F (38°C). Combustible liquids shall be

subdivided as follows:

Class II. Liquids having a closed cup flash point at or above 100°F (38°C) and below 140°F (60°C).

Class IIIA. Liquids having a closed cup flash point at or above 140°F (60°C) and below 200°F (93°C).

Class IIIB. Liquids having closed cup flash points at or above 200°F (93°C).

The category of flammable liquids and combustible liquids does not include compressed gases or cryogenic fluids.



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Miscellaneous (Matters not provided for, Smoking, Addressing, Fire Apparatus Roads, Hydrant Clearance, FDC Protective

Covers, Fire Walls and Doors, Propane Sales Outside Storage)

Matters not provided for. Requirements that are essential for the public safety of an existing or proposed activity, building or

structure, or for the safety of the occupants thereof, which are not specifically provided for by this code shall be determined by

the fire code official (IFC 102.9)

Whenever or wherever any device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, or any other feature is

required for compliance with the provisions of this code, or otherwise installed, such device, equipment, system, condition,

arrangement, level of protection, or other feature shall thereafter be continuously maintained in accordance with this code and

applicable referenced standards (example: exit lights, alarm systems, etc.) (IFC 107.1)

Smoking Fire Code Section (IFC 310)

Smoking shall be prohibited where conditions are such as to make a smoking hazard, and in spaces where flammable or

combustible materials are stored or handled (IFC 310.2)

Fire Apparatus Access Roads Fire Code (IFC 503)

Unobstructed access to fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times. The fire department shall not be deterred or

hindered from gaining immediate access to fire protection equipment or fire hydrants. Posts, fences, vehicles, growth,

trash, storage, and other materials or objects shall not be placed or kept near fire hydrants, fire department inlet connections,

or fire protections system control valves in a manner that would prevent such equipment or fire hydrants from being

immediately discernable. (IFC 507.5.4)

A 3-foot clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of fire hydrants except as otherwise required or approved (IFC

507.5.5)

Protective covers on fire department connections are required to prevent accumulations of debris that might inhibit fire department

pumping the connections. (IFC 912.3.1)

New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in

a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their

background. Where required by the fire code official, address numbers shall be provided in additional approved locations to

facilitate emergency response (this shall include the back doors of buildings in strip malls, downtown businesses etc.). Address

numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall be a minimum of 4 inches high with a minimum stroke

width of 0.5 inch. Where access is by means of a private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a

monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address numbers shall be maintained. (IFC 505.1,

City Ord. Sec. 24-62)

Fire resistance rating shall be maintained (including walls, firestops, shaft enclosures, partitions, smoke barriers, floors, fire resistive

coating, and sprayed fire-resistance materials applied to structural members and fire-resistant joint systems). Such elements shall be

properly repaired, restored, or replaced when damaged, altered, breached, or penetrated. (IFC 703.1 and NFPA 80)

Removal of Fire Door or Window. Where a fire door or fire window opening no longer functions as an opening, or the door or window

is removed and not replaced, the opening shall be filled to maintain the required rating of the wall assembly (NFPA 80 Ch. 5.1.5)

Location of LP storage outside of buildings. Storage outside of buildings of containers awaiting use, resale, or part of a cylinder

exchange program shall be located in accordance with Table 6109.12 (IFC 6109 and IFC T. 6109.12)

o Excerpt from table

Quantity of LP Doorway or opening Doorway or opening Combustible Motor vehicle

in pounds with 2 or more egress with one egress materials fuel dispenser

720 or less 5 feet 10 feet 10 feet 20 feet

721 – 2,500 5 feet 10 feet 10 feet 20 feet

Electrical

Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances, and other equipment that is modified or

damaged and constitutes an electrical shock or fire hazard shall not be used. (IFC 605.1)

Multiplug adapters, such as cube adapters, unfused plug strips or any other device not complying with the NFPA 70 shall be

prohibited. (IFC 605.4)

Relocatable power taps shall be polarized or grounded type, with overcurrent protection, and shall be listed. (IFC 605.4.1)

Relocatable power taps shall be directly connected to a permanently installed receptacle. (IFC 605.4.2)

Extension cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring. (IFC 605.5)

A working space of not less than 30 inches in width, 36 inches in depth, and 78 inches in height shall be provided in front of electrical

service equipment (panel). Where electrical service equipment is wider than 30 inches, the working space shall not be less than the

width of the equipment. (IFC 605.3)

Open junction boxes and open wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be provided for all switch and outlet

boxes (IFC 605.6)

Electric panel covers needs to be in place and secured to the box. A panel not secured to the box can allow arcing to leave the box and

come into contact with persons or objects (NEC 110-22)



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Fire Watch

When a required fire protection system is out of service, the fire department and the fire code official shall be notified

immediately and, where required by the fire code official, the building shall either be evacuated or an approved fire watch shall

be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shut down until the fire protection system has been returned to service.

Where utilized, fire watches shall be provided with at least one approved means for notification of the fire department and their

only duty shall be to perform constant patrols of the protected premises and keep watch for fires. (IFC 901.7 and NFPA 1

Uniform Fire Code Chapter 11 Section 11.8.5)

FIRE WATCH DEFINITIONS o A temporary measure intended to ensure continuous and systematic surveillance of a building or portion thereof by one

or more qualified individuals for the purposes of identifying and controlling fire hazards, detecting early signs of

unwanted fire, raising an alarm of fire and notifying the fire department. (IFC 202 Definitions)

o The assignment of a person or persons to an area for the express purpose of notifying the fire department, the building

occupants, or both of an emergency; preventing a fire from occurring; extinguishing small fires; or protecting the public

from fire or life safety dangers. (NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Chapter 3 Definitions Section 3.3.104)

When a fire protection system is out of service for more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period, the AHJ shall be permitted to require

the building to be evacuated or an approved fire watch to be provided for all portions left unprotected by the fire protection

system shutdown until the fire protection system has been returned to service. (NFPA 1 Uniform Fire Code Chapter 13 Fire

Protection Systems Section 13.1.9 and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Chapter 9 Building Service and Fire Protection Equipment

Section 9.6.1.6)

A fire watch should consist of trained personnel who continuously patrol the affected area. Ready access to fire extinguishers and

the ability to promptly notify the fire department are important items to consider. During the patrol of the area, the person should

not only be looking for fire, but making sure that the other fire protection features of the building such as egress routes and alarm

systems are available and functioning properly. (NFPA 1 Uniform Fire Code Annex A Explanatory Material Section

A.13.3.3.6.5.2(4)(b) and NFPA 25 Annex A Explanatory Material Section A.15.5.2.(4)(b) )

A fire watch should at least involve some special action beyond normal staffing, such as assigning an additional security

guard(s), or other trained staff, to walk the areas affected. Such individuals should be specially trained in fire prevention and in

occupant and fire department notification techniques, and they should understand the particular fire safety situation for public

education purposes. (Also see NFPA 601, Standard for Security Services in Fire Loss Prevention.) [101: A.9.6.1.6] (NFPA 1

Uniform Fire Code Annex A Explanatory Materials Section A.13.7.1.4.4 and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Appendix Section

A.9.6.1.6)

A fire watch shall be maintained when the sprinkler system is not in service. (NFPA 1 Uniform Fire Code, Chapter 34 General

Storage Section 34.5.4.3)



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General Burning Requirements

Open burning shall be prohibited when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires hazardous. (IFC

307.1.1 and Macon City Ord. Sec. 13-51 through 13-58)

Charcoal burners and other open-flame cooking devices shall not be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet

(3048 mm) of combustible construction. (IFC 308.1.4)

Exceptions: 1. One- and two-family dwellings.

2. Where buildings, balconies and decks are protected by an automatic sprinkler system.

3. LP-gas cooking devices having LP-gas container with a water capacity not greater than 21/2 pounds [nominal 1 pound

(0.454 kg) LP-gas capacity].

Open Burning

SECTION 307 OPEN BURNING, RECREATIONAL FIRES AND PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACES

307.1 General. A person shall not kindle or maintain or authorize to be kindled or maintained any open burning unless conducted and

approved in accordance with Sections 307.1.1 through 307.5.

o 307.1.1 Prohibited open burning. Open burning shall be prohibited when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fires

hazardous.

Exception: Prescribed burning for the purpose of reducing the impact of wildland fire when authorized by

the fire code official.

307.2 Permit required. A permit shall be obtained from the fire code official in accordance with Section 105.6 prior to kindling a fire for

recognized silvicultural or range or wildlife management practices, prevention or control of disease or pests, or a

bonfire. Application for such approval shall only be presented by and permits issued to the owner of the land upon

which the fire is to be kindled.

o 307.2.1 Authorization. Where required by state or local law or regulations, open burning shall only be permitted with prior approval

from the state or local air and water quality management authority, provided that all conditions specified in

the authorization are followed.

307.3 Extinguishment authority. When open burning creates or adds to a hazardous situation, or a required permit for open burning has not been

obtained, the fire code official is authorized to order the extinguishment of the open burning operation.

307.4 Location. The location for open burning shall not be less than 50 feet (15 240 mm) from any structure, and provisions shall be

made to prevent the fire from spreading to within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of any structure.

Exceptions: o Fires in approved containers that are not less than 15 feet (4572 mm) from a structure.

o The minimum required distance from a structure shall be 25 feet (7620 mm) where the pile size is 3 feet (914

mm) or less in diameter and 2 feet (610 mm) or less in height.

o 307.4.1 Bonfires. A bonfire shall not be conducted within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of a structure or combustible material unless the

fire is contained in a barbecue pit. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 50 feet (15 240 mm)

of a structure shall be eliminated prior to ignition.

o 307.4.2 Recreational fires. Recreational fires shall not be conducted within 25 feet (7620 mm) of a structure or combustible material.

Conditions which could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet (7620 mm) of a structure shall be eliminated

prior to ignition.

o 307.4.3 Portable outdoor fireplaces. Portable outdoor fireplaces shall be used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and shall not be

operated within 15 feet (3048 mm) of a structure or combustible material.

Exception: Portable outdoor fireplaces used at one- and two-family dwellings.


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307.5 Attendance. Open burning, bonfires, recreational fires and use of portable outdoor fireplaces shall be constantly attended until the

fire is extinguished. A minimum of one portable fire extinguisher complying with Section 906 with a minimum 4-A

rating or other approved on-site fire-extinguishing equipment, such as dirt, sand, water barrel, garden hose or water

truck, shall be available for immediate utilization.

Macon City Code

Article III. Open Burning

Sec. 13-51. Prohibited in downtown area. (Ord. No. 568-S § 1, 2-3-86)

No person shall kindle, set fire to, or burn any leaves, paper, trash, garbage, tree branches, or other inflammable material

whatsoever, in the downtown area of the city. For the purpose of this section, the “downtown area” shall be defined as any

tract of land or lot which shall be within or abut upon the confines described as follows:

o Commencing at the intersection of Oak Street and Rubey Street, thence west on Oak Street to the intersection

of Oak Street and Pearl Street, thence north on Pearl Street to the intersection of Prairie Street, thence east on

Prairie Street to the intersection with Rollins Street, thence south on Rollins Street to the intersection of

Butler Street, thence east on Butler Street to the intersection of Rutherford Street, thence south on Rutherford

street to the intersection with Vine Street, thence west on Vine Street to the intersection of Rubey Street,

thence south on Rubey Street to the point of beginning.

Sec. 13-52. Variance to burning prohibition authorized (Ord. No. 568-S, § 2, 2-3-86)

o The chief of the fire department is given the authority to authorize a variance from the burning restriction as

set forth in section 13-51 at his sole discretion, after having considered:

The nature of the burning;

The type of materials to be burned;

The supervision to be provided;

The types of buildings which are in close proximity; and

The nature of the facilities at which the burning is to be done.

Sec. 13-53. Garbage or trash. (Ord. No. 568-S § 3, 2-3-86)

o No person shall at any time burn any garbage or trash within the city limits

Sec. 13.54. Leaves and tree cuttings (Ord. No. 568-S § 4, 2-3-86)

o Where otherwise not prohibited, leaves and yard rakings, and cuttings from trees and bushes, which are dry and

freely combustible, may be burned in small open fires; provided, that any such fire shall be attended and guarded

by the person starting the fire, and care taken by him to prevent the escape of fire from the immediate area thereof.

No burning in the public streets shall be permitted under this section.

Sec. 13-55. Excessive smoke or odor (Ord. No. 568-S, § 5, 2-3-86)

o No fire shall be permitted which produces excessive smoke or noxious odors. Smoke shall be deemed excessive

when it equals or exceeds scale two on the Ringlemann smoke chart. Any person maintaining a fire with

excessive smoke or noxious odors shall be in violation of the terms of this section.

Sec. 13-56. Surrounding area to be kept clean (Ord. No. 568-S, § 6, 2-3-86)

o The area surrounding burner baskets, burner barrels, and open fires shall be kept neat and clean, and free from

accumulations of trash, refuse, and debris at all times.

Sec. 13-57. Hazardous conditions, prohibition (Ord. No. 568-S, § 7, 2-3-86)

o The chief of the fire department may prohibit any and all bonfires and outdoor rubbish fires where atmospheric

conditions or local circumstances make such fires hazardous.

Sec. 13-58. Bonfires prohibited (Ord. No. 568-S, § 8, 2-3-86)

o All bonfires which are not provided for by this article shall be prohibited within the city limits.



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TABLE 1004.1.2 MAXIMUM FLOOR AREA ALLOWANCES PER OCCUPANT

FUNCTION OF SPACE OCCUPANT LOAD

FACTORa

Accessory storage areas, mechanical equipment room

300 gross

Agricultural building 300 gross

Aircraft hangars 500 gross

Airport terminal

Baggage claim Baggage handling

Concourse

Waiting areas

20 gross 300 gross

100 gross

15 gross

Assembly

Gaming floors (keno, slots, etc.)

Exhibit gallery and museum 11 gross

30 net

Assembly with fixed seats See Section 1004.4

Assembly without fixed seats

Concentrated (chairs only – not fixed)

Standing space

Unconcentrated (tables and chairs)

7 net

5 net

15 net

Bowling centers, allow 5 persons for each lane including 15 feet of runway, and for additional areas

7 net

Business areas 100 gross

Courtrooms – other than fixed seating areas 40 net

Day care 35 net

Dormitories 50 gross

Educational Classroom area

Shops and other vocational room areas 20 net

50 net

Exercise rooms 50 gross

Group H-5 Fabrication and manufacturing areas 200 gross

Industrial areas 100 gross

Institutional areas Inpatient treatment areas

Outpatient areas

Sleeping areas

240 gross

100 gross

120 gross

Kitchens, commercial 200 gross

Library Reading rooms

Stack area 50 net

100 gross

Locker rooms 50 gross

Mall buildings – covered and open See Section 402.8.2 of the

International

Building Code

Mercantile

Areas on other floors Basement and grade floor areas

Storage, stock, shipping areas

60 gross 30 gross

300 gross

Parking garages 200 gross

Residential 200 gross

Skating rinks, swimming pools Rink and pool

Decks 50 gross

15 gross

Stages and platforms 15 net

Warehouses 500 gross

For SI: 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2.

a. Floor area in square feet per occupant.



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IFC 2012 SECTION 906 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

906.1 Where required. Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in the following locations.

o In new and existing Group A, B, E, F, H, I, M, R-1, R-2, R-4 and S occupancies.

Exception: In Group R-2 occupancies, portable fire extinguishers shall be required only in locations specified in

Items 2 through 6 where each dwelling unit is provided with a portable fire extinguisher having a minimum rating

of 1-A:10-B:C.

Within 30 feet (9144 mm) of commercial cooking equipment.

In areas where flammable or combustible liquids are stored, used or dispensed.

On each floor of structures under construction, except Group R-3 occupancies, in accordance with

Section 3315.1.

o Where required by the sections indicated in Table 906.1.

o Special-hazard areas, including but not limited to laboratories, computer rooms and generator rooms, where

required by the fire code official.

906.2 General requirements. Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this section and NFPA 10.

Exceptions: o The travel distance to reach an extinguisher shall not apply to the spectator seating portions of Group A-5

occupancies.

o 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:

o 2.1. Electronic monitoring shall confirm that extinguishers are properly positioned, properly charged and

unobstructed.

o 2.2. Loss of power or circuit continuity to the electronic monitoring device shall initiate a trouble signal.

o 2.3. The extinguishers shall be installed inside of a building or cabinet in a noncorrosive environment.

o 2.4. Electronic monitoring devices and supervisory circuits shall be tested every three years when extinguisher

maintenance is performed.

o 2.5. A written log of required hydrostatic test dates for extinguishers shall be maintained by the owner to verify

that hydrostatic tests are conducted at the frequency required by NFPA 10.

o In Group I-3, portable fire extinguishers shall be permitted to be located at staff locations.

906.2.1 Certification of service personnel for portable fire extinguishers. Service personnel providing or conducting maintenance on portable fire extinguishers shall possess a valid certificate issued

by an approved governmental agency, or other approved organization for the type of work performed.

906.3 Size and distribution. The size and distribution of portable fire extinguishers shall be in accordance with Sections 906.3.1 through 906.3.4.

906.3.1 Class A fire hazards. Portable fire extinguishers for occupancies that involve primarily Class A fire hazards, the minimum sizes and distribution

shall comply with Table 906.3(1).

TABLE 906.3(1) FIRE EXTINGUISHERS FOR CLASS A FIRE HAZARDS

LIGHT (Low)

HAZARD OCCUPANCY

ORDINARY (Moderate) HAZARD

OCCUPANCY

EXTRA (High)

HAZARD OCCUPANCY

Minimum rated

single extinguisher 2-Ac 2-A 4-Aa

Maximum floor area

per unit of A

3,000

square feet

1,500

square feet

1,000

square feet

Maximum floor area

for extinguisherb

11,250

square feet

11,250

square feet

11,250

square feet

Maximum travel

distance to extinguisher 75 feet 75 feet 75 feet

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 square foot = 0.0929 m2, 1 gallon = 3.785 L.

a. Two 21/2-gallon water-type extinguishers shall be deemed the equivalent of one 4-A rated extinguisher.

b. Annex E.3.3 of NFPA 10 provides more details concerning application of the maximum floor area criteria.

c. Two water-type extinguishers each with a 1-A rating shall be deemed the equivalent of one 2-A rated extinguisher for Light (Low) Hazard

Occupancies.


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906.3.2 Class B fire hazards. Portable fire extinguishers for occupancies involving flammable or combustible liquids with depths of less than or equal to

0.25-inch (6.35 mm) shall be selected and placed in accordance with Table 906.3(2).

Portable fire extinguishers for occupancies involving flammable or combustible liquids with a depth of greater than 0.25-

inch (6.35 mm) shall be selected and placed in accordance with NFPA 10.

906.3.3 Class C fire hazards. Portable fire extinguishers for Class C fire hazards shall be selected and placed on the basis of the anticipated Class A or B

hazard.

906.3.4 Class D fire hazards. Portable fire extinguishers for occupancies involving combustible metals shall be selected and placed in accordance with

NFPA 10.

906.4 Cooking grease fires. Fire extinguishers provided for the protection of cooking grease fires shall be of an approved type compatible with the

automatic fire-extinguishing system agent and in accordance with Section 904.11.5.

906.5 Conspicuous location. Portable fire extinguishers shall be located in conspicuous locations where they will be readily accessible and immediately

available for use. These locations shall be along normal paths of travel, unless the fire code official determines that the

hazard posed indicates the need for placement away from normal paths of travel.

906.6 Unobstructed and unobscured. Portable fire extinguishers shall not be obstructed or obscured from view. In rooms or areas in which visual obstruction

cannot be completely avoided, means shall be provided to indicate the locations of extinguishers.

906.7 Hangers and brackets. Hand-held portable fire extinguishers, not housed in cabinets, shall be installed on the hangers or brackets supplied. Hangers

or brackets shall be securely anchored to the mounting surface in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation

instructions.

906.8 Cabinets. Cabinets used to house portable fire extinguishers shall not be locked.

o Exceptions: 1. Where portable fire extinguishers subject to malicious use or damage are provided with a means of ready

access.

2. In Group I-3 occupancies and in mental health areas in Group I-2 occupancies, access to portable fire

extinguishers shall be permitted to be locked or to be located in staff locations provided the staff has keys.

906.9 Extinguisher installation. The installation of portable fire extinguishers shall be in accordance with Sections 906.9.1 through 906.9.3.

o 906.9.1 Extinguishers weighing 40 pounds or less. Portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 pounds (18 kg) shall be installed so that their

tops are not more than 5 feet (1524 mm) above the floor.

o 906.9.2 Extinguishers weighing more than 40 pounds. Hand-held portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight exceeding 40 pounds (18 kg) shall be installed so that

their tops are not more than 3.5 feet (1067 mm) above the floor.

o 906.9.3 Floor clearance. The clearance between the floor and the bottom of installed hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall not be less

than 4 inches (102 mm).

906.10 Wheeled units. Wheeled fire extinguishers shall be conspicuously located in a designated location.



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TABLE 906.1 ADDITIONAL REQUIRED PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

SECTION SUBJECT

303.5 Asphalt kettles

307.5 Open burning

308.1.3 Open flames—torches

309.4 Powered industrial trucks

2005.2 Aircraft towing vehicles

2005.3 Aircraft welding apparatus

2005.4 Aircraft fuel-servicing tank vehicles

2005.5 Aircraft hydrant fuel-servicing vehicles

2005.6 Aircraft fuel-dispensing stations

2007.7 Heliports and helistops

2108.4 Dry cleaning plants

2305.5 Motor fuel-dispensing facilities

2310.6.4 Marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities

2311.6 Repair garages

2404.4.1 Spray-finishing operations

2405.4.2 Dip-tank operations

2406.4.2 Powder-coating areas

2804.2 Lumberyards/woodworking facilities

2808.8 Recycling facilities

2809.5 Exterior lumber storage

2903.5 Organic-coating areas

3006.3 Industrial ovens

3104.12 Tents and membrane structures

3206.1 Rack storage

3315.1 Buildings under construction or demolition

3317.3 Roofing operations

3408.2 Tire rebuilding/storage

3504.2.6 Welding and other hot work

3604.4 Marinas

5203.6 Combustible fibers

5703.2.1 Flammable and combustible liquids, general

5704.3.3.1 Indoor storage of flammable and combustible liquids

5704.3.7.5.2 Liquid storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids

5705.4.9 Solvent distillation units

5706.2.7 Farms and construction sites—flammable and combustible liquids storage

5706.4.10.1 Bulk plants and terminals for flammable and combustible liquids

5706.5.4.5 Commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments—fuel dispensing

5706.6.4 Tank vehicles for flammable and combustible liquids

5906.5.7 Flammable solids

6108.2 LP-gas



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NFPA 704 Standard System for the Identification of the Hazards of Materials for

Emergency Response

Distance at Which Ratings

are Legible Minimum Height of Numbers

Size of Sign

See “A” above

Size of Individual Diamond

See “B” above

50 feet 1 inch 2 ½ x 2 ½ inches 1 ¼ inches

75 feet 2 inch 5 x 5 inches 2 ½ inches

100 feet 3 inch 7 ½ x 7 ½ inches 3 ¾ inches

200 feet 4 inch 10 x 10 inches 5 inches

300 feet 6 inch 15 x 15 inches 7 ½ inches


H = Height of Number

W = Width of Number

T = Thickness of Number

A = Entire Sign Size

B = Individual Color Size


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Hazardous Materials-General Provisions

Hazardous materials in any quantity shall not be released into a sewer, storm drain, ditch, drainage canal, creek, stream,

river, lake or tidal waterway or on the ground, sidewalk, street, highway or into the atmosphere. (5003.3 Release of

hazardous materials)

Exceptions:

o The release or emission of hazardous materials is allowed when in compliance with federal, state or local

governmental agencies, regulations or permits.

o The release of pesticides is allowed when used in accordance with registered label directions.

o The release of fertilizer and soil amendments is allowed when used in accordance with manufacturer’s

specifications.

The person, firm or corporation responsible for an unauthorized discharge shall institute and complete all actions

necessary to remedy the effects of such unauthorized discharge, whether sudden or gradual, at no cost to the

jurisdiction. When deemed necessary by the fire code official, cleanup may be initiated by the fire department or by an

authorized individual or firm. Costs associated with such cleanup shall be borne by the owner, operator or other person

responsible for the unauthorized discharge. (5003.3.1.4 Responsibility for cleanup)

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be readily available on the premises for hazardous materials regulated by

this chapter. When a hazardous substance is developed in a laboratory, available information shall be documented.

(5003.4 Material Safety Data Sheets)

o Exception: Designated hazardous waste.

Unless otherwise exempted by the fire code official, visible hazard identification signs as specified in NFPA 704 for

the specific material contained shall be placed on stationary containers and above-ground tanks and at entrances to

locations where hazardous materials are stored, dispensed, used or handled in quantities requiring a permit and at

specific entrances and locations designated by the fire code official. (5003.5 Hazard identification signs)

Individual containers, cartons or packages shall be conspicuously marked or labeled in an approved manner. Rooms or

cabinets containing compressed gases shall be conspicuously labeled: COMPRESSED GAS. (5003.5.1 Markings)

Signs and markings required by Sections 5003.5 and 5003.5.1 shall not be obscured or removed, shall be in English as

a primary language or in symbols allowed by this code, shall be durable, and the size, color and lettering shall be

approved. (5003.6 Signs)



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Sprinkler Requirements

Occupancy Threshold Exception

All Occupancies Building with floor level > 55 feet above or below fire

department vehicle access and occupant load > 30

Airport control towers, open

parking structures (F-2)

Assembly (A-1, A-3, A-4)

Fire area > 12,000 sq. ft. or fire area occupant load > 300 or

fire area above/below level of exit discharge

Multi-theater complex (A-1 only)

None

Assembly (A-2) Fire area > 5,000 sq. ft. or fire area occupant load > 100 or

fire area above/below level of exit discharge None

Assembly (A-5) Accessory areas > 1,000 sq. ft. None

Ambulatory care facility (B)

> 4 care recipients incapable of self-preservation or any care

recipients incapable of self-preservation above or below level

of exit discharge

None

Educational (E) Fire area > 12,000 sq. ft. or below level of exit discharge Each classroom has exterior

door at grade

Factory

Mercantile (M)

Storage (S-1)

Fire area > 12,000 sq. ft. or fire area located > 3 stories above

grade, or combined fire area > 24,000 sq. ft.

Woodworking > 2,500 sq. ft. (F-1 only)

Manufacture (F-1), display and sale (M), storage (S-1) of

upholstered furniture or mattresses

Bulk storage of tires > 20,000 cu. ft. (S-1 only)

None

High-hazard (H-1, H-2, H-3,

H-4, H-5) Sprinklers required None

Institutional (I-1, I-2, I-3, I-4) Sprinklers required

Daycare at level of exit

discharge and each classroom

has exterior exit door.

Repair garage (S-1)

Fire area > 12,000 sq. ft. or > 2 stories above grade with fire

area 10,000 sq. ft. or repair garage servicing vehicles in

basement or servicing commercial trucks/buses in fire area >

5,000 sq. ft.

None

Parking Garage (S-1) Enclosed automobile parking sprinklers required commercial

trucks/buses parking area > 5,000 sq. ft. None

Parking Garage (S-2) Fire area > 12,000 sq. ft. or fire area > 5,000 sq. ft. for storage

of commercial trucks/buses; or beneath other groups Not if beneath Group R-3

Covered and open malls

(914.3.1) Sprinklers required

Attached open parking

structures

High-rises (914.3.1) Sprinklers required

Open garages; certain

telecommunications equipment

buildings

Unlimited area buildings

(IBC 507) A-3, A-4, B, F, M, S: 1 story. B, F, M, S: 2 story One story F-2 or S-2

For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 square foot = 0.0929M2

a. Thresholds located in Section 903.2 unless noted. See also table 903.2.11.6 for additional required suppression systems.

Figure 903.2

SUMMARY OF OCCUPANCY-RELATED AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER THRESHOLDSa


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