NFPA Technical Committee on Merchant Vessels (MER-AAA) … · 2016. 3. 11. · MER-AAA Lance D. Harry Alternate Kidde Fire Systems 400 Main Street Ashland, MA 01721 Principal:DanielB.Sullivan

NFPA Technical Committee on Merchant Vessels (MER-AAA)

NFPA 301 First Draft Meeting Agenda A2017 NFPA Headquarters, Quincy, MA with Web/Teleconference Option

Thursday, October 22, 2015 – 8:00 AM (EDT) to 5:00 PM (EDT)

To Join the Meeting: http://nfpa.adobeconnect.com/r2iszczt9ar/

Call In: 1-855-747-8824

Participant Pin Number: 377593

1. Call to order by Chair William Cummings at 8:00 AM (EDT). 2. Chairman’s Remarks. William Cummings. 3. Self-introduction of Members and Guests. For a current committee roster, see page 3. Attachment:

Committee Roster – Technical Committee on Merchant Vessels 4. Staff Liaison discussion of First Draft meeting procedures, See Power Point, see page 6. Attachment:

NFPA 301 First Draft Meeting Power Point

5. Poll Discussion 6. NFPA 301 Public Inputs (29 Items), see page 40.

o Chapter 2, Referenced Publications – 3 items o Chapter 3, Definitions – 10 Items o Chapter 7, Means of Egress – 4 Items o Chapter 8, Features of Fire Protection – 3 Items o Chapter 9, Vessel Services and Fire Protection and Protection Equipment – 2 Items

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o Chapter 20, Cargo and Tank Vessels – 1 Item o Annex A, Explanatory Material – 2 Items o Annex B, Acceptable Tank Installation - 1 Item o Annex D, Informational References – 3 Items

Attachments:

Public Input Report 7. Regulatory Review, see page 83. Attachment:

NFPA 301 Regulatory Review

8. First Draft Balloting Information - refer to First Draft Power Point, see page 5. 9. Other Business.

10. Adjournment.

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Address List No PhoneMerchant Vessels MER-AAA

Lawrence Russell10/07/2015

MER-AAAWilliam D. CummingsChairFire Risk Management, Inc.Customs House, 2nd Floor1 Front StreetBath, ME 04530-2562

SE 7/1/1994MER-AAA

Gerard G. BackPrincipalJENSEN HUGHES3610 Commerce Drive, Suite 817Baltimore, MD 21227-1652JENSEN HUGHESAlternate: David B. Satterfield

SE 11/14/1997

MER-AAAKerry M. BellPrincipalUL LLC333 Pfingsten RoadNorthbrook, IL 60062-2096Alternate: Rossen E. Marinov

RT 7/1/1994MER-AAA

Rupert P. ChandlerPrincipalUS Joiner LLC5690 Three Notched RoadCrozet, VA 22932

M 7/1/1994

MER-AAAWarren A. Chigoy, Jr.PrincipalSOTEC5800 Jefferson Highway, Suite ENew Orleans, LA 70123Fire Suppression Systems AssociationAlternate: Michael C. Donovan

M 1/1/1995MER-AAA

Joseph A. DeriePrincipalSW Passage Marine Surveys1205 SE 57th AvenuePortland, OR 97215

I 07/29/2013

MER-AAACharles J. DorchakPrincipalABS AmericasABS Plaza16855 Northchase DriveHouston, TX 77060

E 7/1/1994MER-AAA

Randall EberlyPrincipalUS Coast GuardCommandant (CG-5214)2100 2nd Street, SW, Mail Stop 7126Washington, DC 20593-7126Alternate: John H. Miller

E 7/20/2000

MER-AAARussell P. FlemingPrincipalNational Fire Sprinkler Association, Inc.40 Jon Barrett RoadPatterson, NY 12563-2164National Fire Sprinkler AssociationAlternate: Timothy W. Bowe

M 7/1/1994MER-AAA

Kelly Lee GlandingPrincipalAMG Engineering, Inc.1400 Broadfield, Suite 200Houston, TX 77084

SE 8/5/2009

MER-AAAThomas GuldnerPrincipalMarine Firefighting Inc.850 Horizons East, #312Boynton Beach, FL 33435

SE 7/28/2006MER-AAA

Marcelo M. HirschlerPrincipalGBH International2 Friar’s LaneMill Valley, CA 94941Alternate: Timothy Earl

SE 4/17/1998

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MER-AAACraig E. HofmeisterPrincipalThe Fire Consultants, Inc.182 Briarfield DriveApex, NC 27502-7007

SE 11/2/2006MER-AAA

Clay KesingerPrincipalSeadrill Americas1465 FM 328Huntington, TX 75949-3055

U 08/17/2015

MER-AAAPeter C. LauridsenPrincipalPassenger Vessel Association1424 Ludlow DriveVirginia Beach, VA 23456

U 10/1/1994MER-AAA

Patrick J. MaguirePrincipalMarsh Risk Consulting8 Keith DriveOrinda, CA 94563-3667

I 08/11/2014

MER-AAAJames A. NevillePrincipalAIG Global MarineTwo Rincon Center121 Spear StreetSan Francisco, CA 94105-1581

I 08/11/2014MER-AAA

Daniel B. SullivanPrincipalKidde Fire Systems19 Standish AvenueScituate, MA 01721Alternate: Lance D. Harry

M 8/2/2010

MER-AAAGary FrommeltVoting AlternateHornblower Marine Services at Ceasers11999 Avenue of the EmperorsElizabeth, IN 47117

U 4/17/1998MER-AAA

Timothy W. BoweAlternateABCO Peerless Sprinkler Company50 Midland AvenueHicksville, NY 11801-1510National Fire Sprinkler AssociationPrincipal: Russell P. Fleming

M 04/08/2015

MER-AAAMichael C. DonovanAlternateThe Hiller Companies3751 Joy Springs DriveMobile, AL 36693-5134Fire Suppression Systems AssociationPrincipal: Warren A. Chigoy, Jr.

M 03/03/2014MER-AAA

Timothy EarlAlternateGBH International6862 Shallowford WayPortage, MI 49024Principal: Marcelo M. Hirschler

SE 8/9/2011

MER-AAALance D. HarryAlternateKidde Fire Systems400 Main StreetAshland, MA 01721Principal: Daniel B. Sullivan

M 08/09/2012MER-AAA

Rossen E. MarinovAlternateUL LLC333 Pfingsten RoadNorthbrook, IL 60062-2096Principal: Kerry M. Bell

RT 3/2/2010

MER-AAAJohn H. MillerAlternateUS Coast GuardCommandant (CG-Eng-4)2100 2nd Street SW, Stop 7126Washington, DC 20593Principal: Randall Eberly

E 03/07/2013MER-AAA

David B. SatterfieldAlternateJENSEN HUGHES1444 Hunting Horn LaneFrederick, MD 21703-1383 `Principal: Gerard G. Back

SE 03/07/2013

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MER-AAALawrence RussellStaff LiaisonNational Fire Protection Association1 Batterymarch ParkQuincy, MA 02169-7471

12/12/2003

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NFPA First Draft Meetings

10/7/2015

Meeting & Web meeting/Teleconference

October 22, 2015

Merchant Vessels (MER-AAA)

Welcome Technical Committee on

Call-in: 1-855-747-8824 (PIN# 377593)

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NFPA First Draft Meeting

Members, please verify/update your contact information. (See the roster provided with your agenda.)

Use of recording devices or other means capable of reproducing verbatim transcriptions of this or any NFPA meeting is not permitted

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GuestsAll guests are required to sign in and

identify their affiliations.

Participation is limited to TC members or those individuals who have previously requested time to address the committee. Other participation is granted at the discretion of the Chair.

Guest chairs are located around the room as a courtesy.

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Members categorized in ANY interest category who have been retained to represent the interests of ANOTHER interest category (with respect to a specific issue or issues that are to be addressed by a TC/CC) shall declare those interests to the committee and refrain from voting on any Public Input, Comment, or other matter relating to those issues throughout the process.

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General Procedures

Follow Robert’s Rules of Order.

Discussion requires a motion.

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Motions for Ending Debate Previous Question or “Call the Question”Not in order when another has the floor

Requires a second

This motion is not debatable and DOES NOT automatically stop debate

A 2/3 affirmative vote will immediately close debate and return to the original motion on the floor. Less then 2/3 will allow debate to continue.

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Committee member actions:

Member addresses the chair. Receives recognition from the chair. Introduces the motion. Another member seconds the

motion.

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Committee chair actions:

States the motion.Calls for discussion.Ensures all issues have been heard.Takes the vote.Announces the result of the vote.

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NFPA First Draft MeetingTechnical Committee on Merchant VesselsEnforcers, 1 Member: 11% (1 Voting Alternate)Insurance, 3 Members: 16% Research/Testing, 1 Member: 5% (1 Alternate)Manufacturers, 4 Members: 21% (3 Alternates)Users, 2 Members: 16% (1 Voting Alternate)Special Experts, 6 Members: 32% (1 Alternate)No Representation:Installer/Maintainer, Labor, and Consumer.

If you do not have an alternate please recruit someone. Application is on the Document Information Page.

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Percentage is based on voting members.

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NFPA First Draft MeetingsTimeline

Public Input Stage (First Draft): First Draft Meeting: TODAY Posting of First Draft for Balloting Date: 2/1/16 Posting of First Draft for Public Comment: 3/7/16

Comment Stage (Second Draft): Public Comment Closing Date: 5/16/16 Second Draft Meeting Period: 5/17/16 to 10/31/16 Posting of Second Draft for Balloting Date: 12/12/16 Posting of Second Draft for NITMAM: 1/16/17

Tech Session Preparation: NITMAM Closing Date: 3/6/17 NITMAM /CAM Posting Date: 4/17/17 NFPA Annual Meeting: 6/4/17 to 6/7/17

Standards Council Issuance: Issuance of Consent Documents: 5/12/17 Issuance of Documents with CAM: 8/10/17

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NFPA First Draft MeetingNew Process – What’s New?

Changes in Terms:

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New Term Old Term

Input Stage ROP Stage

Public Input Proposal

First Draft Meeting ROP Meeting

Committee Input“Trial Balloon”

(or later, FR that fails ballot)

Committee Statement (CS) Committee Statement

First Revision (FR)Committee Proposal or Accepted

Public Proposal

First Draft Report ROP

First Draft ROP Draft

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NFPA First Draft MeetingNew Process – What’s New?

Changes in Terms:

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New Term Old Term

Comment Stage ROC Stage

Public Comment Public Comment

Second Draft Meeting ROC Meeting

Committee CommentComment that Failed Ballot

(Second Revision that failed ballot)

Second RevisionCommittee Comment or Accepted

Public Comment

Second Draft Report ROC

Second Draft ROC Draft

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Flowchart

See page 4 for flowchart overview

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NEW Committee Actions and Motions:

Resolve Public InputCreate a First RevisionCreate a Committee Input (Trial

Balloon)

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Resolve a Public Input (PI)

Committee develops a Committee Statement (CS) to respond (resolve) a Public Input.

Committee must clearly indicate reasons for not accepting the recommendation in CS and/or point to a relevant First Revision

PI does not get balloted

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Create a First Revision (FR)

Committee wants to make a change to a current section or add new text.Committee develops a

Committee Statement (CS) substantiating the change. (do not refer to PI as the reason)Ensure any associated

PIs get a committee response, often simply referring to the relevant FR.Each FR gets balloted

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Public input (PI) is revised with additionsand/or deletions.

Public input (PI) is accepted as is.

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Committee Statements (Substantiation)

All Public Input must have a Committee StatementMust include a valid technical

reasonNo vague references to “intent”Explain how the submitter’s

substantiation is inadequateShould reference the First Revision

if it addresses the intent of the Submitter’s Public Input

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Create a Committee Input (Trial Balloon)

Committee wants to receive Public Comment on a topic, but not ready to incorporate it into the draft

Need to have a Committee Statement

Does not get balloted

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NFPA First Draft MeetingNew Process

Initial ballot Circulation of negatives and

comments First Revision that fails letter ballot

becomes Committee Input (CI) – just like the trial balloon version of CI – so as to solicit Public Comment

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Formal voting Voting during meeting is used to

establish a sense of agreement (simple majority)Secured by letter ballot (2/3

agreement)Only the results of the formal ballot

determine the official position of the committee on the First Draft

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NFPA First Draft MeetingNew Process

Ballots are on the First Revisions (FR) ONLYPublic Input and Committee Input not ballotedReference materials are available: First Draft, PI, CI, CS, etc

Ballot form allows you to vote: Affirmative on all FRAffirmative on all FR with exceptions specifically

noted Ballot form provides a column for affirmative

with commentNote: This box only needs to be checked if there

is an accompanying comment. Reject or abstain requires a reason.

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Electronic Balloting • Ballots will be an online format• Alternates are strongly encouraged

to return ballots

• Ballot session will time out after 90 minutes

• Use “submit” to save your work

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Electronic Balloting

Click link on the ballot email received Sign in with NFPA.org Committee Login and

Password

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Select either Affirmative on All or Affirmative with Exception(s)

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Use “See FR - #” link to review all First Revisions Use “Edit election” to change individual votes or to

modify vote after submitting ballot.

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Choosing AFFIRMATIVE ON ALL

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Make selection: Affirmative with Comment, Negative, or Abstain

No selection made-defaults to affirmative Must include comment on each vote.

Choosing AFFIRMATIVE WITH EXCEPTION(S)

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To complete ballot click Participant Consent and Submit

Return and edit any votes before ballot due date.

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TC Struggles with an Issue

• TC needs data on a new technology or emerging issue

• Two opposing views on an issue with no real data

• Data presented is not trusted by committee

Code Fund Lends a Hand

• TC rep and/or staff liaison submits a Code Fund Request

• Requests are reviewed by a Panel and chosen based on need / feasibility

Research Project Carried Out

• Funding for project is provided by the Code Fund and/or industry sponsors

• Project is completed and data is available to TC

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www.nfpa.org/codefund

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Legal

Antitrust: the single most important provision- Federal law prohibits contracts, combinations, or conspiracies which unreasonably restrain trade or commerce. (Section 1 of the Sherman Act)Patent: Disclosures of essential patent claims should be made by the patent holder, but others may also notify NFPA if they believe that a proposed or existing NFPA standard includes an essential patent claim.

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Legal

Activities Disapproved by the CourtsPacking meetings

Hiding commercial interest throwing the committees out of balance

No final decision-making authority to unbalanced Task Groups; include all interested parties.

Hiding scientific or technical information from committees

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Doc Info Pages

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Doc Info Pages

Document Information

• Document scope• Current/Previous Edition

information• Issued TIAs, FIs and

Errata• Archived revision

information• Standard Council

Decisions• Articles and Reports• Read only document

Next Edition

• Submit Public Input/Comments via Electronic Submission System.

• Meetings and Ballots• ROP/ROC or First Draft

Report and Second Draft Report

• NITMAM and Standard Council Decisions

• Private TC info• Ballot circulations,

informational ballots and other committee info

Technical Committee

• Committee name, responsibility and scope

• Staff liaison• Committee list

• Private committee contact information

• Current committee documents in PDF format

• Committees seeking members and committee online application

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Any questions?

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NFPA thanks you for all of your hard work and

dedication as Committee Members!

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Public Input No. 10-NFPA 301-2014 [ Chapter 2 ]

Chapter 2 Referenced Publications

2.1 General.

The documents or portions thereof listed in this chapter are referenced within this code and shall beconsidered part of the requirements of this document.

National Fire Protection Association Report http://submittals.nfpa.org/TerraViewWeb/ContentFetcher?commentPara...

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2.2 NFPA Publications.

National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471.

NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers,2010 edition 2017 .

NFPA 11, Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam,2010 edition 2015 .

NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems,2013 edition 2016 .

NFPA 17, Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems,2009 edition 2013 .

NFPA 17A, Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems,2009 edition 2013 .

NFPA 22, Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection,2008 edition 2013 .

NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire ProtectionSystems,2011 edition 2017 .

NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code,2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 30B, Code for the Manufacture and Storage of Aerosol Products,2011 edition 2015 .

NFPA 70 ® , National Electrical Code®,2011 edition 2017 .

NFPA 72 ® , National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code,2013 edition 2016 .

NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives,2013 edition 2016 .

NFPA 90A, Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems,2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations,2011edition 2017 .

NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code,2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 101® , Life Safety Code®,2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 253, Standard Method of Test for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems Using a RadiantHeat Energy Source,2011 edition 2015 .

NFPA 262, Standard Method of Test for Flame Travel and Smoke of Wires and Cables for Use inAir-Handling Spaces,2011 edition 2015 .

NFPA 270, Standard Test Method for Measurement of Smoke Obscuration Using a Conical Radiant Sourcein a Single Closed Chamber,2008 edition 2013 .

NFPA 286, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Interior Finish toRoom Fire Growth,2011 edition 2015 .

NFPA 302, Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft,2010 edition 2015 .

NFPA 701, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films,2010 edition2015 .

NFPA 750, Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems,2010 edition 2015 .

NFPA 1964, Standard for Spray Nozzles,2008 edition 2013 .

NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting,2013 edition .

NFPA 1981, Standard on Open-Circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) for EmergencyServices,2007 edition 2013 .

NFPA 2001, Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems,2012 edition 2015 .

2.3 Other Publications.

2.3.1 ABS Publications.

American Bureau of Shipping, ABS Plaza, 16855 Northchase Drive, Houston, TX 77060.

Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels Under 90 Meters (295 feet) in Length, 2011 2012 .


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2.3.2 ABYC Publications.

American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc., 613 Third Street, Suite 10, Annapolis, MD 21403.

ABYC-H-25, Marine Gasoline Fuel Systems, 2010, reaffirmed 2013 .

ABYC-P-1, Installation of Exhaust Systems for Propulsion and Auxiliary Engines, 2010 2009 .

2.3.3 ASME Publications.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Three ASME International , Two Park Avenue, New York,NY 10016-5990.

ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, 2007 2013 .

ASME A17.2, Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks, 2007 2012 .

2.3.4 ASTM Publications.

ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959.

ASTM D 2859 D2859 , Standard Test Method for Ignition Characteristics of Finished Textile Floor CoveringMaterials, 2006, reapproved 2011 .

ASTM E 84 E84 , Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, 2011a2015 .

ASTM E 119 E119 , Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, 20112014 .

ASTM E 136 E136 , Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750°C,2009b 2012 .

ASTM E 648 E648 , Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using aRadiant Heat Energy Source, 2010 e1 2014 .

ASTM E 814 E814 , Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops, 2011a 2013A .

ASTM E 1317 E1317 , Standard Test Method for Flammability of Marine Surface Finishes, 2008b 2012 .

ASTM E 1354 E1354 , Standard Test Method for Heat and Visible Smoke Release Rates for Materials andProducts Using an Oxygen Consumption Calorimeter, 2011a 2014 .

ASTM E 1537 E1537 , Standard Test Method for Fire Testing of Upholstered Furniture Items, 2007 2013 .

ASTM E 1590 E1590 , Standard Test Method for Fire Testing of Mattresses, 2007 2013 .

ASTM E 1591 E1591 , Standard Guide for Obtaining Data for Deterministic Fire Models, 2007 2013 .

ASTM E 1995 E1995 , Standard Test Method for Measurement of Smoke Obscuration Using a ConicalRadiant Source in a Single-Closed Chamber, with the Specimen Oriented Horizontally, 2008 2012 .

ASTM E 2231 E2231 , Standard Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Pipe and DuctInsulation Materials to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics, 2009 2014 .

ASTM E 2257 E2257 , Standard Test Method Room Fire Test of Wall and Ceiling Materials andAssemblies, 2008 2013A .

ASTM E 2652 E2652 , Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Tube Furnace with aCone-shaped Airflow Stabilizer, at 750 Degrees C, 2009 2012 .

ASTM F 840 1166 , Standard Specification for Ladders, Fixed, Vertical, Steel, Ship’s, 1983 (2003).ASTMF 1384 Practice for Human Engineering Design for Marine Systems, Equipment, and Facilities ,2007, reapproved 2013 .

ASTM F1384 , Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Marine Joiner Doors, 1993, (withdrawn) .

ASTM F 1626 F1626 , Standard Practice for Preparing Shipboard Fire Control Plans, 1995 (2006),(withdrawn) .

2.3.5 CGA Publications.

Compressed Gas Association, 4221 Walney Road, 5th Floor 14501 George Carter Way, Suite 103 ,Chantilly, VA 20151-2933 1788 .

Commodity Specifications for Air, CGA G-7.1, 2004 Commodity Specifications for Air, 2011 .


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2.3.6 CSA Publications.

Canadian Standards Association, 5060 Spectrum Way, Mississauga, ON, L4W 5N6, Canada.

CSA C 22.2, No. 0.3-09 , Test Methods for Electrical Wires and Cables, 2009 , reaffirmed 2014 .

2.3.7 IEEE Publications.

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854-4141.

IEEE 45, Recommended Practice for Electric Installations on Shipboard, 2002.

IEEE 515, Standard for Testing, Design Installation, and Maintenance of Electrical Resistance Heat Tracingfor Industrial Applications, 2004 2011 .

IEEE 844, Recommended Practice for Electrical Impedance, Induction, and Skin Effect Heating of Pipelinesand Vessels, 2000, reaffirmed 2006 .

IEEE 1202, Standard for Flame Testing of Cables for Use in Cable Tray in Industrial and CommercialOccupancies, 2002 2012 .

IEEE 1580, Recommended Practice for Marine Cable for Use on Shipboard and Fixed or Floating Facilities,2010.

2.3.8 IMO Publications.

International Maritime Organization, 4 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7SR.

Assembly Resolution A752(18), Guidelines for the Evaluation, Testing, and Application of Low-LocationLighting on Passenger Ships, 1993.

Assembly Resolution A757(18), Standard for the Calculation of the Width of Stairways Forming Means ofEscape on Passenger Ships, 1993.

Assembly Resolution A760(18), Symbols Related to Life-Saving Appliances and Arrangements, 1993.

Fire Test Procedures Code: International Code for the Application of Fire Test Procedures (FTP Code),1998 2012 .

IMO International Code of Safety for the High-Speed Craft (HSC Code), 2008.

IMO International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, 2010 2014 .

International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), Chapter II-2, 1974 as amended (consolidatededition 2009 2014 ).

Maritime Safety Committee Circular (MSC/Circ.) 732, Interim Guidelines on the Test Procedure forDemonstrating the Equivalence of Composite Materials to Steel Under the Provisions of the 1974 SOLASConvention, 2000.

2.3.9 ISO Publications.

International Standards Organization , 1 rue de Varembé for Standardization , ISO CentralSecretariat, 8, Chemin de Blondonnet , Case Postale 56, CH-1211, Geneve 20 401, 1214 Vernier,Geneva , Switzerland .

ISO 834-1, Fire Resistance Tests — Elements of Building Construction, Part 1: “General GeneralRequirements, ” 1999 2012 .

ISO 1716, Reaction to Fire Tests for Products — Determination of the Gross Heat of Combustion, 2010.

ISO 9705, Fire Tests — Full Scale Room Test of Surface Products, 1993.

ISO 15370, Ships and Marine Technology — Low-Location Lighting (LLL) on Passenger Ships —Arrangement , 2010 .

ISO 15370, Low-Location Lighting on Passenger Ships, 2001.

2.3.10 NVIC Publications.

Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 2nd Street, SW, Washington, DC 20593-0001.

NVIC 9-97, Change 1 , Guide to Structural Fire Protection Aboard Merchant Vessels, 1997 2010 .


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2.3.11 UL Publications.

Underwriters Laboratories Inc., 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL 60062-2096.

ANSI/ UL 13, Standard for Power-Limited Circuit Cables, 2007, Revised 2011.

ANSI/ UL 19, Standard for Safety Lined Fire Hose and Hose Assemblies, 2001, Revised 2008 2013 .

ANSI/ UL 217, Single and Multiple Station Smoke Alarms, 2006, Revised 2010 2012 .

ANSI/ UL 444, Standard for Communications Cables, 2008, Revised 2010.

ANSI/ UL 555S, Smoke Dampers, 1999, Revised 2011 2014 .

UL 1309, Standard for Marine Shipboard Cable, 2011, revised 2014 .

ANSI/ UL 1581, Reference Standard for Electrical Wires, Cables and Flexible Cords, 2001, Revised 20112013 .

ANSI/ UL 1666, Standard for Test for Flame Propagation Height of Electrical and Optical Fiber CableInstalled Vertically in Shafts, 2007, Revised 2011 2012 .

ANSI/ UL 1685, Standard for Vertical-Tray Fire Propagation and Smoke-Release Tests for Electrical andOptical Fiber Cables, 1997, Revised 2010.

2.3.12 U.S. Government Publications.

U.S. Government Printing Government Publishing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

Title 16, Code of Federal Regulations, “Commercial Practices,” Parts 1630 and 1632, 2010.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, “Shipping,” Parts 1–199, 2009.

Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, “Transportation,” Part 173, 2009.

2.3.13 Other Publications.

Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition, Merriam-Webster, Inc., Springfield, MA, 2008.

2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections.

NFPA 101® , Life Safety Code®,2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 307, Standard for the Construction and Fire Protection of Marine Terminals, Piers, andWharves,2011 edition 2016 .

NFPA 914, Code for Fire Protection of Historic Structures,2010 edition 2015 .

NFPA 1405, Guide for Land-Based Fire Departments That Respond to Marine Vessel Fires,2011 edition2016 .

NFPA 5000® , Building Construction and Safety Code®,2012 edition 2015 .

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Referenced current organization names, addresses, and editions.

Related Public Inputs for This Document

Related Input Relationship

Public Input No. 11-NFPA 301-2014 [Chapter D]

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Aaron Adamczyk

Organization: [ Not Specified ]

Street Address:

City:

State:


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Zip:

Submittal Date: Wed Jun 25 17:28:24 EDT 2014


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Public Input No. 21-NFPA 301-2015 [ Section No. 2.3.4 ]

2.3.4 ASTM Publications.


ASTM D 2859 D2859 , Standard Test Method for Ignition Characteristics of Finished Textile Floor CoveringMaterials, 2006 (2011) .

ASTM E 84 E84 , Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, 2011a2015a .

ASTM E 119 E119 , Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, 20112014 .

ASTM E 136 E136 , Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750°C,2009b 2012 .

ASTM E 648 E648 , Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using aRadiant Heat Energy Source, 2010 e1 2014c .

ASTM E 814 E814 , Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops, 2011a 2013a .

ASTM E 1317 E1317 , Standard Test Method for Flammability of Marine Surface Finishes, 2008b 2012 .

ASTM E 1354 E1354 , Standard Test Method for Heat and Visible Smoke Release Rates for Materials andProducts Using an Oxygen Consumption Calorimeter, 2011a 2015a .

ASTM E 1537 E1537 , Standard Test Method for Fire Testing of Upholstered Furniture Items, 2007 2013 .


ASTM E 1591 E1591 , Standard Guide for Obtaining Data for Deterministic Fire Models, 2007 2013 .

ASTM E 1995 E1995 , Standard Test Method for Measurement of Smoke Obscuration Using a ConicalRadiant Source in a Single-Closed Chamber, with the Specimen Oriented Horizontally, 2008 2012 .

ASTM E 2231 E2231 , Standard Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Pipe and DuctInsulation Materials to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics, 2009 2015 .

ASTM E 2257 E2257 , Standard Test Method Room Fire Test of Wall and Ceiling Materials andAssemblies, 2008 2013a .

ASTM E 2652 E2652 , Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a Tube Furnace with aCone-shaped Airflow Stabilizer, at 750 Degrees C, 2009 2012 .

ASTM F 840 F840 , Standard Specification for Ladders, Fixed, Vertical, Steel, Ship’s, 1983 (2003)(withdrawn) .

ASTM F 1384 F1384 , Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Marine Joiner Doors, 1993 (withdrawn) .

ASTM F 1626 F1626 , Standard Practice for Preparing Shipboard Fire Control Plans, 1995 (2006)(withdrawn) .


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2.3.11 UL Publications.

Underwriters Laboratories Inc., 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL 60062-2096.

ANSI/UL 13, Standard for Power-Limited Circuit Cables, 2007, Revised 2011 2011 .

ANSI/UL 19, Standard for Safety Lined Fire Hose and Hose Assemblies, 2001, Revised 2008 2013 .

ANSI/UL 217, Single and Multiple Station Smoke Alarms,2006, Revised 2010 2012 .

ANSI/UL 444, Standard for Communications Cables, 2008, Revised 2010.

ANSI/UL 555S, Smoke Dampers, 1999, Revised 2011 2014 .

UL 1309, Standard for Marine Shipboard Cable, 2011 2014 .

ANSI/UL 1581, Reference Standard for Electrical Wires, Cables and Flexible Cords, 2001, Revised 20112013 .

ANSI/UL 1666, Standard for Test for Flame Propagation Height of Electrical and Optical Fiber CableInstalled Vertically in Shafts, 2007, Revised 2011 2012 .

ANSI/UL 1685, Standard for Vertical-Tray Fire Propagation and Smoke-Release Tests for Electrical andOptical Fiber Cables, 1997, Revised 2010.


UL Standards were updated and revised.


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3.3.15* Deck Covering.

A material applied to a deck for purposes of increasing the fire or thermal endurance resistance of thedeck.


The term "fire endurance" is obsolete and has been replaced throughout most of the NFPA system of documents (as well as in other areas, such as ASTM and ICC) by the term "fire resistance". In fact, the only NFPA document where the word "endurance" is still found is NFPA 301. This is the first of several public inputs intended to replace the term "fire endurance" by "fire resistance". The term "thermal endurance" is not defined and is superfluous when the term "fire resistance" is used.



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3.3.15* Deck Covering.

A material applied to a deck for purposes of increasing the fire or thermal endurance properties of thedeck.


The term "fire endurance" is no longer used and has been replaced by "fire resistance". In this case, the "deck covering" is intended to both protect (improve fire resistance) and prevent further emissions (reaction to fire) and thus the change recommended is different.




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3.3.19 Door.

3.3.19.1 C-Class Door.

A door constructed of noncombustible material that does not have A- or B-class fire endurance resistance .

3.3.19.2 Horizontal Sliding Door.

A door installed in the vertical plane that slides in a direction that is perpendicular to the direction of egresstravel.

3.3.19.3 Weathertight Door.

Door that prevents the penetration of rain, snow, wind-driven spray, and water on deck into the interiorspaces.


This just replaces "fire endurance" by the term "fire resistance".








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Public Input No. 8-NFPA 301-2014 [ New Section after 3.3.28 ]

3.3.30 fire protection rating. The designation indicating the duration of the fire test exposure to which a firedoor assembly or fire window assembly was exposed. [NFPA 101-2015]


The definition of fire protection rating should be brought into NFPA 301 as extracted from NFPA 101. It should be extracted from the latest (2015) edition and not from the 2012 edition. The new edition complies with the manual of style by eliminating references to the test method and the criteria. A parallel definition will also be proposed for fire resistance rating.



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Public Input No. 9-NFPA 301-2014 [ New Section after 3.3.30 ]

3.3.x fire resistance. The ability of a material, product, or assembly to withstand fire or give protection fromit for a period of time [NFPA 556].

3.3.x fire resistance rating. The time, in minutes or hours, that materials or assemblies have withstood a fireexposure as determined by the tests, or methods based on tests, prescribed by this Code [NFPA 101].


The terms fire resistance and fire resistance rating, used extensively in this code (NFPA 301) should be defined and this should be done by extraction from NFPA 556 (for fire resistance) and NFPA 101 (for fire resistance rating). Extractions should be from the most recent editions.



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3.3.30* Fire-Rated Glazing.

Glazing

systems installed in fire-rated bulkhead or overhead assemblies that have been tested to achieve specifiedfire resistance ratings

with either a fire protection rating or a fire resistance rating .


The term "fire rated glazing" is defined in both NFPA 101 and NFPA 5000 as proposed in this public input. Typically fire rated glazing is tested for a fire protection rating but it can also be tested for a fire resistance rating (that depends on the test used and the use of the hose stream). The information previously contained in the definition is proposed to be moved to the Annex. Neither the definition nor the annex are enforceable sections. If the technical committee feels that the information needs to be enforceable it needs to be placed in a mandatory section of the document.

The NFPA Glossary Advisory Committee on Terminology was set up to get consistency in definitions throughout the NFPA system and that is what this public input is attempting to do.



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3.3.34 Furnishings.

The contents of spaces such as desks, chairs, tables, sofas, draperies, and rugs.


The term "furnishings" should be replaced by the term "contents and furnishings", which is defined by other NFPA documents. The definitions contained in NFPA 101 and 5000 talk about a building and need to be modified but those in NFPA 556 could work.

Contents and Furnishings of a Vehicle (556) Any objects in a vehicle that normally are secured or otherwise put in place for functional or decorative reasons, excluding parts of the structure of the vehicle.Contents and Furnishings (101, 5000): Any movable objects in a building that normally are secured or otherwise put in place for functional reasons, excluding (1) parts of the internal structure of the building, and (2) any items meeting the definition of interior finish.Contents and Furnishings (555): Any movable objects in a building that normally are secured or otherwise put in place for functional reasons, excluding (1) parts of the internal structure of the building and (2) any items meeting the definition of interior finish.







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3.3.34 Furnishings.

The

Contents and Furnishings (in a ship). Any objects in a ship that normally are secured or otherwise put inplace for functional or decorative reasons, excluding parts of the structure of the ship but includingcontents of spaces such as

desks, chairs, tables, sofas, draperies,

furniture and rugs.


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Public Input No. 25-NFPA 301-2015 [ Section No. 3.3.42.2 ]

3.3.42.2* Noncombustible Material.

A material that satisfies any of the following: (1) the material meets the criteria of Part 12 of the IMO FireTest Procedures Code ; (2) the material meets the criteria of 46 CFR 164.009, “Noncombustible Materialsfor Merchant Vessels”; or (3) the material complies with any of the following criteria from NFPA 101 , LifeSafety Code : (a) a material that, in the form in which it is used and under conditions anticipated, will notignite, burn, support combustion, or release flammable vapors when subjected to fire or heat[ 101: 4.6.13.1(1)]; (b) a material that is reported as passing ASTM E 136, Standard Test Method forBehavior of Materials in a Vertical Tube Furnace at 750 Degrees C [ 101: 4.6.13.1(2)]; or (c) a material thatis reported as complying with the pass/fail criteria of ASTM E 136 when tested in accordance with the testmethod and procedure in ASTM E 2652, Standard Test Method for Behavior of Materials in a TubeFurnace with a Cone-shaped Airflow Stabilizer, at 750 Degrees C [ 101: 4.6.13.1(3)].

(see 8.2.2)


Section 8.2.2 contains all the needed information and this definition is in conflict with the NFPA Manual of Style in that it contains requirements and specific references to codes and standards. The asterisk needs to be removed as the annex notes have been moved to annex for section 8.2.2.



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3.3.54* Structural Fire Protection.

Fire protection that is intended to limit the spread of fire and smoke to as small an area as reasonable, byspecifying fire endurance resistance capabilities of structural elements.


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Public Input No. 14-NFPA 301-2014 [ Section No. 7.2.2.7 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ]

Stairs shall be provided with approved signage within the enclosure at each deck landing.


Signage needs to be approved by the authority having jurisdiction to ensure that the sign is easily identifiable and legible due to color of and size of letters and background in order to be easily recognized by crew, passengers, and first responders during an emergency.


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Public Input No. 12-NFPA 301-2014 [ Section No. 7.9.1.2.1 ]

7.9.1.2.1

Where emergency lighting is provided by a prime mover–operated electric generator, a delay of not morethan 45 10 seconds shall be permitted.


101 requires a 10 sec time frame for emergency lights why are marine vessels 45 seconds? 45 seconds is a long time to go without illumination.


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Public Input No. 16-NFPA 301-2014 [ Sections 7.9.1.2.1, 7.9.1.2.2 ]

Sections 7.9.1.2.1, 7.9.1.2.2

7.9.1.2.1

Where emergency lighting is provided by a prime mover–operated electric generator, a delay of not morethan 45 seconds shall be permitted.

7.9.1.2.2

If the emergency generator cannot meet the 45-second requirement, then a transitional power source shallbe required. , however, a transitional source of power such as battery backup shall be required during the45 second transition time. .


A 45 second delay during an emergency situation will result in total pitch black conditions in spaces aboard a vessel that do not normally have any natural lighting from windows, etc., and may contribute to both panic and injury to passengers and crew. Battery backup would allow almost immediate emergency lighting to occur while transitioning from normal power to the prime mover-operated electric generator.




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7.10.5.2 Special Signs.

Any door, passageway, or stairway that is neither an exit nor a way of exit access, and that is located orarranged so that it is likely to be mistaken for an exit, shall be identified by a sign an approved sign readingNO EXIT. Such sign shall have the , at a minimum, the word NO in letters 5 cm (2 in.) high with strokewidth of 1 cm (0.4 in.) and the word EXIT in letters 2.5 cm (1 in.) high, with the word EXIT below the wordNO.


Signage needs to be approved by the authority having jurisdiction to ensure that the sign is easily identifiable and legible due to color of letters and background, etc. Also the size of the lettering should be the minimum size approved so that the AHJ can require larger letters in areas where 2 in. by 1 in. letters may not be large enough to be easily recognized in an emergency.




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8.2.4.9.2

Pipes, conduits, bus ducts, cables, wires, air ducts, pneumatic tubes and ducts, drive shafts, and similarservice equipment that pass through fire barriers shall be protected in accordance with 8.2.4.9.2.1 through8.2.4.9.2.4.

8.2.4.9.2.1

The space between the penetrating item and the fire barrier shall be filled with a listed material capable ofmaintaining the fire resistance rating of the barrier, or it shall be protected by a listed device that isdesigned for that specific purpose and that maintains the fire resistance rating of the barrier.

8.2.4.9.2.2

Where the penetrating item uses a sleeve to penetrate the fire barrier, the sleeve shall be continuouslywelded on at least one side of the fire barrier, and the space between the item and the sleeve shall be filledwith a material capable of maintaining the fire resistance rating of the barrier, or it shall be protected by adevice that is designed for that specific purpose and that maintains the fire resistance rating of the barrier.

8.2.4.9.2.3

Insulation and coverings for pipes and ducts shall not pass through the fire barrier unless the material iscapable of maintaining the fire resistance rating of the barrier or is protected by a device that is designedfor that specific purpose and that maintains the fire resistance rating of the barrier.

8.2.4.9.2.4

Where designs take transmission of vibration into consideration, any vibration isolation shall be made oneither side of the fire barrier or shall be made by a device that is designed for that specific purpose and thatdoes not degrade the fire resistance rating of the barrier.


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8.2.7.2.2 Insulation and Coverings for Pipe or Ventilation Duct.

Insulation and coverings, including any facing, lagging, or protective covering, for pipe or ventilation ductsshall be noncombustible or shall exhibit a flame spread index not exceeding 25, a smoke developed indexnot exceeding 50, and no flaming drips, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 84, Standard Test Methodfor Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, using the specimen preparation and mountingprocedures of ASTM E 2231, Standard Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Pipe and DuctInsulation Materials to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics. Coverings and linings for pipes and ducts,including all pipe and duct insulation materials, shall not flame, glow, smolder, or smoke when tested inaccordance with ASTM C 411, Standard Test Method for Hot-Surface Performance of High-TemperatureThermal Insulation, at the temperature to which they are exposed in service. In no case shall the testtemperature be below 121°C (250°F).

(Also add ASTM C411 (2011) into the chapter on referenced ASTM standards)


It was pointed out that (as also required in NFPA 90A and in mechanical codes) insulation and coverings for pipes and ducts in areas where there is the potential for hot temperatures need to be assessed to ensure they work at the appropriate high temperatures. The proposed language is based on the language in NFPA 90A.




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8.4.5* Draperies.

Draperies or other vertically hung textiles shall be constructed with materials that pass Test 1 or Test 2, asappropriate, of NFPA 701, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films, orPart 7 of the IMO Fire Test Procedures Code.


It has been pointed out that, unless reference is made to Test 1 or Test 2, some users will interpret this as referring to the old "small scale test" in NFPA 701, eliminated in the 1980s because it does not provide appropriate protection. This change has been made throughout codes and standards, including NFPA 101 and 5000.




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9.1.1 Application.

Fire detection, alarm, and communications systems shall meet the requirements of Section 9.1 and complywith 46 CFR 161.002 or meet the requirements of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.Nothing in this system shall be construed as a restriction on new technologies or alternatives to thoserequirements, provided that the level of protection is maintained.


Section 1.4 already addresses equivalencies and alternative levels of protection and is not needed here. By placing in this section is appears that only this section can have an equivalent or alternate level of protection. Removes redundant text.




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9.4.3.1

Fire dampers listed for 1 1⁄2 -hour fire endurance resistance that are capable of manual operation and fittedadjacent to the bulkhead shall be permitted.


The term "fire endurance" is being replaced in all NFPA documents by the preferred term "fire resistance". The term "fire endurance classification" is being replaced by "fire resistance rating".




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20.13.3.2

Vessels less than 60 m (197 ft) in length shall be provided with a minimum of two four fire fighters’ outfits.


NFPA 1500 and OSHA requires that when 2 fire fighters are in an IDLH atmosphere that 2 fire fighters be outside ready to assist in the event of an emergency. By requiring only 2 sets of PPE you do not comply.


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Public Input No. 6-NFPA 301-2014 [ Section No. A.3.3.30 ]

A.3.3.30 Fire-Rated Glazing.

The glass could be or could not be wire reinforced. Fire-rated glazing systems can be installed in fire-ratedbulkhead or overhead assemblies.


The term "fire rated glazing" is defined in both NFPA 101 and NFPA 5000 as proposed in this public input. Typically fire rated glazing is tested for a fire protection rating but it can also be tested for a fire resistance rating (that depends on the test used and the use of the hose stream). The information previously contained in the definition is proposed to be moved to the Annex. Neither the definition nor the annex are enforceable sections. If the technical committee feels that the information needs to be enforceable it needs to be placed in a mandatory section of the document.

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Public Input No. 26-NFPA 301-2015 [ Section No. A.3.3.42.2 ]

A.3.3.42.2 Noncombustible Material.

For 3.3.42.2(3): The provisions of 3.3.42.2 do not require inherently noncombustible materials to betested in order to be classified as noncombustible materials. [ 101, A.4.6.13]

For 3.3.42.2(3)(a): Examples of such materials include steel, concrete, masonry, and glass. [ 101,A.4.6.13.1(1)]


The information in the annex has been moved to section 8.2.2 and its annex.



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NFPA 301 A‐2017, Steve Ferguson PIs (Reprint of pdf copy of PIs that were not posted on Terra) NFPA Staff Note: Below are two (2) Public Inputs (PI) that were inadvertently not emulated into

Terra prior to NFPA 301 being moved to the committee review stage. The input from Steve

Ferguson is to update the outdated references to various ASHRAE documents.

A pdf copy of the original submittal is included with your First Draft review materials. The PIs

have been reprinted for easier reading.

Codes & Standards Administration requests that these PIs be addressed by the Committee as

part of the normal revision of the document.

Annex B B.1 Design Guidelines. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air‐Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) design guidelines ASHRAE Handbook – Fundamentals, Handbook – Applications, Handbook – Refrigeration and The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) Technical and Research Bulletin No. 4‐16 should be used as a guide when designing vessel heating, ventilation, and air‐conditioning (HVAC) systems in terms of heating, cooling, dehumidification, and other design requirements. ASTM F 1005, Standard Practice for HVAC Duct Shapes; Identification and Description of Design Configurations, should be used as guidance when determining HVAC duct shapes, identification, description, and related criteria. The following information is ventilation guidance for various spaces.

Annex D D.1.2.2 ASHRAE Publications. American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air‐conditioning Engineers, Inc., 1791 Tullie Circle, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329‐2305. ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Applications, 2015. ASHRAE Handbook – Fundamentals, 2013. ASHRAE Handbook – Refrigeration, 2014. [Then renumber all entries that follow.]

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Public Input No. 11-NFPA 301-2014 [ Chapter D ]

Annex D Informational References

D.1 Referenced Publications.

The documents or portions thereof listed in this annex are referenced within the informational sections ofthis code and are not part of the requirements of this document unless also listed in Chapter 2 for otherreasons.

D.1.1 NFPA Publications.

National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471.

NFPA 11, Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam, 2010 edition 2015 .

NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2013 edition 2016 .

NFPA 16, Standard for the Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray Systems, 2011edition 2015 .

NFPA 45, Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals, 2011 edition 2015 .

NFPA 72 ®, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2013 edition 2017 .

NFPA 75, Standard for the Fire Protection of Information Technology Equipment, 2013 edition 2016 .

NFPA 92, Standard for Smoke Control Systems, 2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 101 ®, Life Safety Code ®, 2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 269, Standard Test Method for Developing Toxic Potency Data for Use in Fire Hazard Modeling,2012 edition 2017 .

NFPA 312, Standard for Fire Protection of Vessels During Construction, Conversion, Repair, and Lay-Up,2011 edition 2016 .

NFPA 496, Standard for Purged and Pressurized Enclosures for Electrical Equipment, 2008 edition 2017 .

NFPA 551, Guide for the Evaluation of Fire Risk Assessments, 2010 edition 2016 .

NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 2003 edition 2008 .

D.1.2 Other Publications.

D.1.2.1 ABS Publications.

American Bureau of Shipping, ABS Plaza, 16855 Northchase Drive, Houston, TX 77060.

Rules for Building and Classing Steel Vessels, 2011.


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D.1.2.2 ASTM Publications.


ASTM E 84 E84 , Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, 2011a2015 .

ASTM E 1354 E1354 , Heat and Visible Smoke Release Rates for Materials and Products Using an OxygenConsumption Calorimeter, 2011a 2014 .

ASTM E 1355 E1355 , Standard Guide for Evaluating the Predictive Capability of Deterministic Fire Models,2011 2012 .

ASTM E 1472 E1472 , Standard Guide for Documenting Computer Software for Fire Models, ( Withdrawn2007) .

ASTM E 1537 E1537 , Standard Test Method for Fire Testing of Upholstered Furniture, 2007 2013 .


ASTM E 1822 E1822 , Standard Method for Fire Testing of Stacked Chairs, 2009 2013 .

ASTM E 2280 E2280 , Standard Guide for Fire Hazard Assessment of the Effect of Upholstered SeatingFurniture Within Patient Rooms of Health Care Facilities, 2009 2013 .

ASTM F 1005 F1005 , Standard Practice for HVAC Duct Shapes; Identification and Description of DesignConfigurations, 1991 (2007) , reapproved 2013 .

ASTM F 1138 F1138 , Standard Specification for Spray Shields for Mechanical Joints, 1998(2007) ,reapproved 2014 .

D.1.2.3 California Department of Consumer Affairs Publications.

Bureau of Home Furnishings and Thermal Insulation, 3485 Orange Grove Avenue, North Highlands, CA95660-5595.

Technical Bulletin CA TB 129, Flammability Test Procedure for Mattresses for Use in Public Buildings,1992.

Technical Bulletin CA TB 133, Flammability Test Procedure for Seating Furniture for Use in PublicOccupancies, 1991.

D.1.2.4 IEEE Publications.

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854–4141

IEEE 45, Recommended Practice for Electrical Installations on Shipboard, 2002.

IEEE 1580, Recommended Practice for Marine Cable for Use on Shipboard and Fixed or Floating Facilities,2010.

D.1.2.5 IMO Publications.

International Maritime Organization, 4 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7SR.

Gas Carrier Code, 1983 (with 1993 supplement).

IMO International Code of Safety for High-Speed Craft (HSC Code), 2008.

International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Chemicals in Bulk (IBC), 2007.

International Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk(BCH), 2007 2008 .

International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), Chapter II-2, 1974, as amended (consolidatededition 2009 2014 ).

International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978,(as amended 1995 consolidated editon 2011 ).

International Gas Carrier Code (IGC), 1993.

D.1.2.6 NAVSEA Publications.

Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Washington, DC 20024.

NAVSEA Technical Manual 0938-LP-018-0010, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Design CriteriaManual for Surface Ships of the U.S. Navy, 1991.


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D.1.2.7 SFPE Publications.

Society of Fire Protection Engineers, 7315 Wisconsin Avenue 9711 Washington Blvd , Suite 620E 380 ,Bethesda Gaithersburg , MD 20814 20878 .

The Code Official's Guide to Performance-Based Design Review, 2004.

SFPE Computer Software Directory.

SFPE Engineering Guide — Evaluation of the Computer Fire Model DETACT-QS, 2002.

SFPE Engineering Guide — Human Behavior in Fire, 2003 2008 .

SFPE Engineering Guide to Performance-Based Fire Protection Analysis and Design of Buildings, 2ndedition, 2007.

SFPE Guidelines for Peer Review in the Fire Protection Design Process, 2002, revised 2009 .

SFPE Handbook of Fire Protection Engineering, 3rd edition, 2002 2008 .

D.1.2.8 SNAME Publications.

Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, 601 Pavonia Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 99 CanalCenter Plaza, Suite 310, Alexandria, VA 22314 .

The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Technical and Research Bulletin, No. Engineers T&R 2-21, “Aluminum Fire Protection Guidelines,” 1974.

The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers Technical and Research Bulletin, No. T&R 4-16,“Calculations for Merchant Ship Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Design,” 1980.

D.1.2.9 Transport Canada Publications.

Transport Canada, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa, ON K1A 0N5.

CSA 20/TP 4813, Canada Shipping Act 2001, Fire Detection and Extinguishing Equipment Regulations,2001.

D.1.2.10 U.S. Government Publications.

U.S. Government Printing Government Publishing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, “Shipping,” 2009.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 10, Licensing of Maritime Personnel.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 12, Certification of Seamen.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 32, Subchapter D, Tank Vessels.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 50, Subchapter F, Marine Engineering.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 111, Electric Systems — General Requirements.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 146, Transportation or Storage of Military Explosives on BoardVessels.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 147, Subchapter N, Dangerous Cargoes.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 194, Handling, Use, and Control of Explosives and OtherHazardous Materials.

Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 194, 15–5, Chemicals in the Chemistry Laboratory.


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D.1.2.11 Additional Publications.

Australian Fire Engineering Guidelines, Victoria Department of Human Services, 2001.

British Standard Firesafety Engineering in Buildings, British Standards Institution, London, U.K., 1997.

Carpenter, D., “An Updated International Survey of Computer Models for Fire and Smoke,” Journal of FireProtection Engineering, 13(2), 2003.

Gann, R. G., et al., “Fire Conditions for Smoke Toxicity Measurement,” Fire and Materials, 18, 1994.

Hirschler, M. M., et al., Carbon Monoxide and Human Lethality: Fire and Non-Fire Studies, Elsevier, 1993.

International Safety Guide of Oil Tankers and Terminals (ISGOTT), 5th Edition, International Chamber ofShipping, London, UK, 2006.

Kaplan, H. L., et al., “Acute Inhalation Toxicity of the Smoke Produced by Five Halogenated Polymers,”Journal of Fire Sciences, 2, 1984.

D.2 Informational References. (Reserved)

D.3 References for Extracts in Informational Sections.

NFPA 101 ®, Life Safety Code ®, 2012 edition 2015 .

NFPA 5000 ®, Building Construction and Safety Code ®, 2012 edition 2015 .


Referenced current editions.



Public Input No. 10-NFPA 301-2014 [Chapter 2] Referenced current editions.


Submitter Full Name: Aaron Adamczyk

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Public Input No. 22-NFPA 301-2015 [ Section No. D.1.2.2 ]

D.1.2.2 ASTM Publications.


ASTM E 84 E84 , Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials,2011a 2015a .

ASTM E 1354 E1354 , Heat and Visible Smoke Release Rates for Materials and Products Using an OxygenConsumption Calorimeter, 2011a 2015a .

ASTM E 1355 E1355 , Standard Guide for Evaluating the Predictive Capability of Deterministic Fire Models,2011 2012 .

ASTM E 1472 E1472 , Standard Guide for Documenting Computer Software for Fire Models, 2007(withdrawn) .

ASTM E 1537 E1537 , Standard Test Method for Fire Testing of Upholstered Furniture, 2007 2013 .


ASTM E 1822 E1822 , Standard Method for Fire Testing of Stacked Chairs, 2009 2013 .

ASTM E 2280 E2280 , Standard Guide for Fire Hazard Assessment of the Effect of Upholstered SeatingFurniture Within Patient Rooms of Health Care Facilities, 2009 2013 .

ASTM F 1005 F1005 , Standard Practice for HVAC Duct Shapes; Identification and Description of DesignConfigurations, 1991 (2007 2013 ).

ASTM F 1138 F1138 , Standard Specification for Spray Shields for Mechanical Joints, 1998(2007 2014 ).


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NFPA 301 A‐2017, Steve Ferguson PIs (Reprint of pdf copy of PIs that were not posted on Terra) NFPA Staff Note: Below are two (2) Public Inputs (PI) that were inadvertently not emulated into

Terra prior to NFPA 301 being moved to the committee review stage. The input from Steve

Ferguson is to update the outdated references to various ASHRAE documents.

A pdf copy of the original submittal is included with your First Draft review materials. The PIs

have been reprinted for easier reading.

Codes & Standards Administration requests that these PIs be addressed by the Committee as

part of the normal revision of the document.

Annex B B.1 Design Guidelines. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air‐Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) design guidelines ASHRAE Handbook – Fundamentals, Handbook – Applications, Handbook – Refrigeration and The Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) Technical and Research Bulletin No. 4‐16 should be used as a guide when designing vessel heating, ventilation, and air‐conditioning (HVAC) systems in terms of heating, cooling, dehumidification, and other design requirements. ASTM F 1005, Standard Practice for HVAC Duct Shapes; Identification and Description of Design Configurations, should be used as guidance when determining HVAC duct shapes, identification, description, and related criteria. The following information is ventilation guidance for various spaces.

Annex D D.1.2.2 ASHRAE Publications. American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air‐conditioning Engineers, Inc., 1791 Tullie Circle, NE, Atlanta, GA 30329‐2305. ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Applications, 2015. ASHRAE Handbook – Fundamentals, 2013. ASHRAE Handbook – Refrigeration, 2014. [Then renumber all entries that follow.]

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NFPA 301 Regulatory Review – last updated 10/1/2015 NFPA Staff Note: There are four (4) Public Inputs (PI) wherein the submitter recommends a change to the Code that if approved could result in a conflict between existing U S Coast Guard Regulations, Classification Society Rules and/or SOLAS and the revised Code requirement. Presented here are the specific PIs with the submitter’s substantiation and related existing requirements (that were publically available) within Title 46 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Class Rules and SOLAS.

Public Input (PI) 12

7.9.1.2.1 Where emergency lighting is provided by a prime mover–operated electric generator, a delay of not more than 45 10 seconds shall be permitted.

PI Substantiation: 101 requires a 10 sec time frame for emergency lights why are marine vessels 45 seconds? 45 seconds is a long time to go without illumination.

Public Input (PI) 16 7.9.1.2.1. Where emergency lighting is provided by a prime mover–operated electric

generator, a delay of not more than 45 seconds shall be permitted. 7.9.1.2.2. If the emergency generator cannot meet the 45-second requirement, then a transitional power source shall be required. , however, a transitional source of power such as battery backup shall be required during the 45 second transition time.

PI Substantiation: A 45 second delay during an emergency situation will result in total pitch black conditions in spaces aboard a vessel that do not normally have any natural lighting from windows, etc., and may contribute to both panic and injury to passengers and crew. Battery backup would allow almost immediate emergency lighting to occur while transitioning from normal power to the prime mover-operated electric generator.

Related Existing Requirements in Title 46: Shipping PART 112—EMERGENCY LIGHTING AND POWER SYSTEMS Subchapter J Electrical Engineering

§110.01‐1 General.

(a) This subchapter applies to all electrical installations on vessels subject to subchapters D, H, I, I‐A, K, L, O, Q, R, T, U, and W of this chapter whenever those subchapters require an electrical installation to be in accordance with this subchapter. §112.25‐10 Transfer of emergency loads. (Subchapter J) (a) When the potential of the final emergency source reaches 85 to 95 percent of normal value, the emergency loads under §112.15‐5 must transfer automatically to the final emergency power source and this transfer must be accomplished in no more than 45 seconds after failure of the normal source of power. (b) When the potential from the normal source has been restored, the emergency loads must be manually or automatically transferred to the normal source, and the final emergency power source must be manually or automatically stopped.

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Title 46: Shipping PART 112—EMERGENCY LIGHTING AND POWER SYSTEMS Subpart 112.25—Emergency Systems Having an Automatic Starting Diesel Engine or Gas Turbine Driven Emergency Power Source as the Sole Emergency Power Source

§112.25‐10 Transfer of emergency loads. (a) When the potential of the final emergency source reaches 85 to 95 percent of normal value, the emergency loads under §112.15‐5 must transfer automatically to the final emergency power source and this transfer must be accomplished in no more than 45 seconds after failure of the normal source of power. (b) When the potential from the normal source has been restored, the emergency loads must be manually or automatically transferred to the normal source, and the final emergency power source must be manually or automatically stopped. §112.20‐15 Transfer of emergency loads. (a) When the potential of the final emergency power source reaches 85 to 95 percent of normal value, the emergency loads under §112.15‐5 must transfer automatically to the final emergency power source and, on a passenger vessel, this transfer must be accomplished in no more than 45 seconds after failure of the normal source of power. (b) When the potential from the normal source has been restored, the emergency loads must be manually or automatically transferred to the normal source, and the final emergency power source must be manually or automatically stopped. (c) If the potential of the final emergency power source is less than 75 to 85 percent of normal value while supplying the emergency loads, the temporary emergency loads under §112.15‐1 must transfer automatically to the temporary emergency power source. §112.50‐1 General. (a) The prime mover of a generator set must have: (1) All accessories necessary for operation and protection of the prime mover; and (2) A self‐contained cooling system of a size that ensures continuous operation with 100 degrees F (37 degrees C) air. (b) The fuel used must have a flashpoint of not less than 110 degrees F (43 degrees C). (c) The room that has the generator set must have intake and exhaust ducts to supply adequate cooling air. (d) The generator set must be capable of carrying its full rated load within 45 seconds after cranking is started with the intake air, room ambient temperature, and starting equipment at O°C. The generator's prime mover must not have a starting aid to meet this requirement,

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except that a thermostatically‐controlled electric water‐jacket heater connected to the final emergency bus is permitted. (e) The generator set must start by hydraulic, compressed air, or electrical means. (f) The generator set must maintain proper lubrication when inclined to the angles specified in §112.05‐5(c), and must be arranged so that it does not spill oil under a vessel roll of 30 degrees to each side of the vertical. (g) The generator set must shut down automatically upon loss of lubricating oil pressure, overspeed, or operation of a fixed fire extinguishing system in the emergency generator room (see §111.12‐1(b) for detailed overspeed trip requirements). (h) If the prime mover is a diesel engine, there must be an audible alarm that sounds on low oil pressure and high cooling water temperature. (i) If the prime mover is a gas turbine, it must meet the shutdown and alarm requirements in §58.10‐15(f) of this chapter. (j) An independent fuel supply must be provided for the prime mover. (k) Each emergency generator that is arranged to be automatically started must be equipped with a starting device with an energy‐storage capability of at least six consecutive starts. A second, separate source of starting energy may provide three of the required six starts. If a second source is provided, the system need only provide three consecutive starts. §112.50‐3 Hydraulic starting. A hydraulic starting system must meet the following: (a) The hydraulic starting system must be a self‐contained system that provides the cranking torque and engine starting RPM recommended by the engine manufacturer. The hydraulic starting system must be capable of six consecutive starts, unless a second, separate source of starting energy capable of three consecutive starts is provided. A second, separate source of starting energy may provide three of the required six starts. If a second source is provided, the hydraulic system need only provide three consecutive starts. (b) The stored hydraulic pressure must be automatically maintained within the predetermined pressure limits. (c) The means of automatically maintaining the hydraulic system within the predetermined pressure limits must be electrically energized from the final emergency bus. (d) There must be a means to manually recharge the hydraulic system. (e) Charging of the hydraulic starting system must not cause insufficient hydraulic pressure for engine starting.

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§112.50‐5 Electric starting. An electric starting system must have a starting battery with sufficient capacity for at least six consecutive starts. A second, separate source of starting energy may provide three of the required six starts. If a second source is provided, the electrical starting system need only provide three consecutive starts. §112.50‐7 Compressed air starting. A compressed air starting system must meet the following: (a) The starting, charging, and energy storing devices must be in the emergency generator room, except for the main or auxiliary air compressors addressed in paragraph (c)(3)(i) of this section. (b) The compressed air starting system must provide the cranking torque and engine starting RPM recommended by the engine manufacturer. (c) The compressed air starting system must have an air receiver that meets the following: (1) Has a capacity for at least six consecutive starts. A second, separate source of starting energy may provide three of the required consecutive starts. If a second source is provided, the compressed air starting system need only provide three consecutive starts. (2) Supplies no other system. (3) Is supplied from one of the following: (i) The main or auxiliary compressed air receivers with a nonreturn valve in the emergency generator room and a handcranked, diesel‐powered air compressor for recharging the air receiver. (ii) An electrically driven air compressor that is automatically operated and is powered from the emergency power source. If this compressor supplies other auxiliaries, there must be a non‐return valve at the inlet of the starting air receiver and there must be a handcranked, diesel‐powered air compressor for recharging the air receiver.

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7.10.5.2 Special Signs. Any door, passageway, or stairway that is neither an exit nor a way of exit access, and that is located or arranged so that it is likely to be mistaken for an exit, shall be identified by a sign an approved sign reading NO EXIT. Such sign shall have the , at a minimum, the word NO in letters 5 cm (2 in.) high with stroke width of 1 cm (0.4 in.) and the word EXIT in letters 2.5 cm (1 in.) high, with the word EXIT below the word NO.

PI Substantiation: Signage needs to be approved by the authority having jurisdiction to ensure that the sign is easily identifiable and legible due to color of letters and background, etc. Also the size of the lettering should be the minimum size approved so that the AHJ can require larger letters in areas where 2 in. by 1 in. letters may not be large enough to be easily recognized in an emergency.

Related Existing Requirements in Title 46: Shipping

§122.606 Escape hatches and emergency exits. (Small Passenger Vessels Carrying More than 150 Passengers or With Overnight Accommodations for More than 49 Passengers – K Boats)

All escape hatches and other emergency exits used as means of escape must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 50 millimeters (2 inches) high: “EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR”, unless such markings are deemed unnecessary by the cognizant OCMI.

§169.745 Escape hatches and emergency exits. (Sailing School Vessels)

Each escape hatch and other emergency exit must be marked on both sides using at least 1‐inch letters: “EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR”, unless the markings are deemed unnecessary by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.

§185.606 Escape hatches and emergency exits. (Small Passenger Vessels Under 100 Gross Tons – T Boats) – Not applicable to NFPA 301 since under 300 GRT.

All escape hatches and other emergency exits used as means of escape must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 50 millimeters (2 inches) high: “EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR”, unless such markings are deemed unnecessary by the cognizant OCMI.


20.13.3.2 Vessels less than 60 m (197 ft) in length shall be provided with a minimum of two four fire fighters’ outfits.

PI Substantiation: NFPA 1500 and OSHA requires that when 2 fire fighters are in an IDLH atmosphere that 2 fire fighters be outside ready to assist in the event of an emergency. By requiring only 2 sets of PPE you do not comply.

Related Existing Requirements in Title 46: Shipping, Class Rules publicly available and SOLAS Consolidated Edition 2004 §96.35‐10 Fireman's outfit. (Cargo & Miscellaneous Vessels) (a) Each fireman's outfit must consist of one self‐contained breathing apparatus, one lifeline with a belt or a suitable harness, one flashlight, one flame safety lamp, one rigid helmet, boots and gloves, protective clothing, and one fire ax. In lieu of the flame safety lamp, vessels may carry an oxygen depletion meter which is listed by a Coast Guard recognized independent laboratory as intrinsically safe. (b) Every vessel shall carry at least two firemen's outfits.

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§195.35‐10 Fireman's outfit. (Oceanographic Research Vessels) (a) Each fireman's outfit must consist of one self‐contained breathing apparatus, one lifeline with a belt or a suitable harness, one flashlight, one flame safety lamp, one rigid helmet, boots and gloves, protective clothing, and one fire ax. (b) Every vessel shall carry at least two fireman's outfits. The fireman's outfits must be stored in widely separated, accessible locations. §28.205 Fireman's outfits and self‐contained breathing apparatus. (Uninspected Vessels – Commercial Fishing Vessels) (a) Each vessel that operates with more than 49 individuals on board must be equipped with at least two fireman's outfits stowed in widely separated locations. §77.35‐10 Fireman's outfit. (Passenger Vessels – H Boats) (a) Each fireman's outfit must consist of one self‐contained breathing apparatus, one lifeline with a belt or a suitable harness, one flashlight, one flame safety lamp, one rigid helmet, boots and gloves, protective clothing, and one fire ax. In lieu of the flame safety lamp, vessels may carry an oxygen depletion meter which is listed by a Coast Guard recognized independent laboratory as intrinsically safe. (b) The number of fireman's outfits required are as set forth in table 77.35‐10(b). TABLE 77.35‐10(b)

Gross tonnage

Minimum number of fireman's outfits Over— Not over—

10,000 2

10,000 20,000 3

20,000 4

§108.497 Fireman's outfits. (Mobile Offshore Drilling Units) Each unit must have at least 2 fireman's outfits. Each fireman's outfit on a unit must consist of— §169.717 Fireman's outfit. (Sailing School Vessels) (a) Each vessel greater than 120 feet but less than 150 feet in length must carry one fireman's outfit consisting of—

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From ABS Rules Guide for Helicopter Decks & Facilities, Notice No. 2 – June 2012 5.3 Helicopter Facilities 5.3.2(e) Fireman’s outfits. In addition to the fireman’s outfits required in 4‐7‐3/15.5.2, two additional sets of fireman’s outfits are to be provided and stored near the helicopter deck. ABS Guide for Enhanced Fire Protection Arrangements [for MODUs]‐ SEPTEMBER 2013 Chapter 1 Scope and Conditions of Classification, Section 4 Fire‐fighter’s Outfit 1. General A vessel, MODU, MOU or offshore installation with one or more of the class notations EFP‐A, EFP‐A+, EFP‐M, EFP‐C, and EFP‐IA is to be provided with fire‐fighter's outfits complying with this Section. 3. Number of Outfits At least four (4) sets of fire‐fighter's outfits complying with the below requirements are to be provided onboard. Additional fire‐fighter's outfits may be required in Chapters 4 and 5 of this Guide. These fire‐fighter’s outfits may be considered in determining compliance with the number of fire‐fighter outfits required by the applicable Rules and IMO regulations.

From GL Rules & Guidelines 7. Fireman's outfit 7.1 Scope of fireman's outfit required 7.1.1 Fireman's outfit shall conform to SOLAS 74, as amended, Chapter II‐2, Regulation 10, 10.

From IMO SOLAS, Consolidated edition 2004 Part C: Suppression of Fire, Regulation 10 10 Fire‐fighter’s outfits 10.2 Number of fire‐fighter’s outfits 10.2.1 Ships shall carry at least two fire‐fighter’s outfits. 10.2.2 In addition in passenger ships there shall be provided:

.1 for every 80m or part thereof, of the aggregate of the lengths of all passenger spaces and service spaces on the deck which carries such spaces or, if there is more than one such deck, on the deck which has the largest aggregate of such lengths, two fire‐fighter’s outfits and, in addition, two sets of personal equipment, each set comprising the items stipulated in the Fire Safety Systems Code. In passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers, two additional fire‐fighter’s outfits shall be provided for each vertical zone. However, for stairway enclosures which constitute individual main

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vertical zones and for the main vertical zones in the fore and aft end of a ship which do not contain spaces of categories (6), (7), (8) or (12 defined in regulation 9.2.2.3, no additional fire‐fighter’s outfits are required; and .2 on ships carrying more than 36 passengers, for each pair of breathing apparatus, one water fog applicator which shall be stored adjacent to such apparatus.

10.2.3 In addition, in tankers, two fire‐fighter’s outfits shall be provided. 10.2.4 The Administration may require additional sets of personal equipment and breathing apparatus, having due regard to the size and type of the ship. 10.2.5 Two spare charges shall be provided for each required breathing apparatus. Passenger ships carrying not more than 36 passengers and cargo ships that are equipped with suitably located means for fully recharging the air cylinders free from contamination need carry only one spare charge for each required apparatus. In passenger ships carrying more than 36 passengers, at least two spare charges for each breathing apparatus shall be provided.

The International Code for Fire Safety Systems (FSS Code), Chapter 3, Personal Protection 2 Engineering Specifications 2.1 Fire‐fighter's outfit A fire‐fighter's outfit shall consist of a set of personal equipment and a breathing apparatus. 1.1.1 Personal equipment Personal equipment shall consist of the following: .1 protective clothing of material to protect the skin from the heat radiating from the fire and from burns and scalding by steam. The outer surface shall be water‐resistant; .2 boots of rubber or other electrically non‐conducting material; .3 rigid helmet providing effective protection against impact; .4 electric safety lamp (hand lantern) of an approved type with a minimum burning period of 3 h. Electric safety lamps on tankers and those intended to be used in hazardous areas shall be of an explosion‐proof type; and .5 axe with a handle provided with high‐voltage insulation.

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