Chapter 9 –  Fire Protection Systems

INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE – 2003	NFPA 101 – 2003	
SECTION	TITLE	REQUIREMENT	SECTION	REQUIREMENT	
901	General			No related section	
901.1	Scope	Identifies when fire protection systems are necessary and specifications for those systems.		No related section	
901.2
901.2 Fire protection systems. Fire protection systems shall be installed, repaired, operated and maintained in accordance with this code and the International the Florida Fire Prevention Code.  Any fire protection system for which an exception or reduction to the provisions of this code has been granted shall be considered
to be a required system.
Exception: Any fire protection system or portion thereof not required by this code shall be permitted to be installed
for partial or complete protection provided that such system meets the requirements of this code.  sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.
	Fire Protection System	Installed and maintained per IBC and IFC. Exception: Non-required systems permitted, but must meet requirements of the code.	9.6.1.3
9.7.1.1	Fire alarm and sprinkler system must be installed, tested and maintained per NFPPA Standards e.g., NFPA 70, 72, 13, 13D, 13R, etc.

Note:  Revise 901.2 as noted.	
901.3

901.3 Modifications. No person shall remove or modify any fire protection system installed or maintained under the provisions of this code or the International the Florida Fire Prevention Code without approval by the building official.

	Modifications	Building official must approve removal or modifications to any system as required by the IBC or the IFC.		No related section

Note: Revise 901.3 as noted.	
901.4	Threads	Compatible with local fire department thread connections. 		No related section	
901.5

901.5 Acceptance tests. Fire protection systems shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of this code and
the International  the Fire Prevention Code. When required, the tests shall be conducted in the presence of the building official. Tests required by this code, the International Florida Fire Prevention Code and the standards
listed in this code shall be conducted at the expense of the owner or the owner’s representative. It shall be unlawful to
occupy portions of a structure until the required fire protection systems within that portion of the structure have been
tested and approved.

	Acceptance Tests	Tested and approved per the IFC and standards in the IBC and witnessed by the building official at the owners expense. No portion of a structure may be occupied until the required fire protection systems have been tested and approved.
	9.7.5	In accordance with NFPA 25, maintenance and testing of water based fire protection systems.

Note:  Revise 901.5 as noted.	
901.6	Supervisory Service	Monitored by a supervising station per NFPA 72, when required.	9.7.2.1	Same	
901.6.1
901.6.1 Automatic sprinkler systems. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station. for integrity in accordance with NFPA 72®, National Fire Alarm Code
 Exceptions:
 1.  A supervising station is not required for automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
 2.  Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers.	Automatic Sprinkler Systems	Systems are to be monitored by an approved supervisory station. Exceptions: 1) Systems in one to two family dwellings 2) Systems with less than 20 sprinkler heads do not need to be supervised.	9.7.2.1
9.7.2.1* Supervisory Signals. Where supervised automatic sprinkler systems are required by another section of this Code, supervisory attachments shall be installed and monitored for integrity in accordance with NFPA 72®, National Fire Alarm Code®, and a distinctive supervisory signal shall be provided to indicate a condition that would impair the satisfactory operation of the sprinkler system. System components and parameters that shall be monitored shall include, but shall not be limited to, control
valves, fire pump power supplies and running conditions, water tank levels and temperatures, tank pressure, and air pressure on dry-pipe valves. Supervisory signals shall sound and shall be displayed either at a location within the protected building that is constantly attended by qualified personnel or at an approved, remotely located receiving facility.	Meet NFPA 72 where required by other parts of the code.

Note: Revise 901.6.1 as noted.	
901.6.2
901.6.2 Fire alarm systems. Fire alarm systems required by the provisions of Section 907.2 of this code and Section 907.2 of the International Florida Fire Prevention Code shall be monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with Section 907.14.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms required by Section 907.2.10.
 2.  Smoke detectors in Group I-3 occupancies.
 3.  Supervisory service is not required for automatic sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.	Fire Alarm System	Systems are to be monitored by an approved supervisory station. Exceptions: 1) Single- and multiple-station smoke alarms required by Section 907.2.10. 2) Smoke detectors in Group I-3 occupancies. 3) Supervisory service is not required for automatic sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings.	9.6.7.6
9.6.7.6 A system supervisory signal shall be annunciated at the control center by means of audible and visible indicators.	System supervisory signals to be annunciated at control center.

Note: Revise 901.6 as noted.	
901.6.3	Group H	Fire alarm systems in hazardous occupancies to be monitored by a supervisory station. Exception: Permitted on site if notifications to fire department are equal to those provided by supervisory station, and when approved by building official.		No related section	
901.7	Fire areas	Fire areas that divide buildings to comply with this chapter’s established limits for requiring a fire protection system must be separated by rated barriers per Section 706.3.7.		No related section	
902	Definitions	Definitions used throughout the IBC.	3.1.1	Definitions in Chapter 3.  Other NFPA Standards contain these definitions.	
	Alarm Notification Appliance	Components, individual or combination of appliances, providing audible, tactile, or visual outputs.		No related section	
	Alarm Signal	Signal indicating an emergency or fire requiring action.		No related section	
	Alarm Verification Feature	Initiating device that confirms an alarm condition for a specified time, which automatically resets in order to be a valid alarm initiating signal. Such verification is intended to reduce unwanted alarm conditions.		No related section	
	Annunciator	Graphic display indicating status and information regarding system operation.		No related section	
	Audible Alarm Notification Appliance	Device that notifies by audible means. 		No related section	
	Automatic	A device or system providing a sequence of operation without need for human intervention.	3.3.22	Similar	
	Automatic Fire Extinguishing System	System that detects fire and releases extinguishing agent into the area of the fire.		No related section	
	Automatic Sprinkler Systems	System including a water supply and piping that is hydraulically engineered to discharge in the fire area when activated by heat.		No related section	
	Average Ambient Sound Level	Measured sound pressure level over a period of 24 hours.		No related section	
	Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems	Pressurized CO2 vessel through fixed pipes and nozzles activated manually or automatically.		No related section	
	Ceiling Limit	The maximum exposure for any airborne contaminant per DOL 29 CFR Part 1910.1000.		No related section	
	Clean Agent	Fire extinguishing agent that is gaseous, does not conduct electricity, and doesn't leave residue when it evaporates.		No related section	
	Constantly Attended Location	Location where trained staff monitors alarms and notifies fire department if necessary.		No related section	
	Deluge System	Open sprinkler heads activated by a detection system.		No related section	
	Detector, Heat	Heat sensored detection system. 		No related section	
	Dry-Chemical Extinguishing Agent	Chemically composed powder, with special treatment to provide packing resistance, moisture absorption resistance, and proper flow capabilities.		No related section	
	Emergency Alarm System	Indicating system for emergency situations involving hazardous materials.		No related section	
	Emergency Voice/Alarm Communication	Fire emergency system to alert evacuation signals through a recorded voice.		No related section	
	Explosion	Expansion of gases resulting in a shock wave, often sudden and violent.		No related section	
	Fire Alarm Control Unit	Receives input from an alarm device and is also responsible for power supply, transponders, and detection devices.		No related section	
	Fire Alarm Signal	Initiates fire alarm and is often activated by a fire or the signature of a fire.		No related section	
	Fire Alarm System	System of components and circuits which monitor and initiate the correct response to a fire signal.		No related section	
	Fire Command Center	Location of control system that displays status detection and alarm communications and where systems can be manually controlled.		No related section	
	Fire Detector, Automatic	Device that detects a fire and initiates appropriate action.		No related section	
	Fire Protection System	Systems of equipment or devices with the ability to detect fires, activate alarms, and eventually control or extinguish fires.		No related section	
	Fire Safety Functions	Functions to attempt to increase level of life safety and control the effects of the fire.		No related section	
	Foam-Extinguishing Systems	System designed to discharge foam over a protected area.		No related section	
	Halogenated Extinguishing Systems	Fire protection system composed of halogen chemicals.		No related section	
	Initiating Device	Examples of an initiating device are smoke detector, manual fire alarm box, and a supervisory switch.		No related section	
	Listed	Published list of equipment, materials, and services that meets a defined standard and has been tested to be suitable and acceptable by a particular organization.	3.2.4	Similar	
	Manual Fire Alarm Box	Alarm signal device activated manually. 		No related section	
	Multiple-Station Alarm Device.	Interconnected single-station alarm devices that actuation of one causes all integral or separate audible alarms to operate. and one single-station alarm device with connections to other detectors or to a manual fire alarm box.	3.3.146	Similar	
	Multiple-Station Smoke Alarm	Single-station alarm devices with interconnection capabilities so the activation of one causes all integrated alarms to operate.		No related section	
	Nuisance Alarm	Alarm activated by mechanical failure, malfunction, or poor installation and maintenance.		No related section	
	Record Drawings	Documentation of fire alarm system components as installed.		No related section	
	Single-Station Smoke Alarm	One unit consisting of a detector, control equipment, and alarm sounding device; non-system smoke alarm.		No related section	
[F] SMOKE ALARM. A single- or multiple-station alarm responsive to smoke and not connected to a system.	Smoke Alarm	Smoke responsive alarm, not connected to a system.	3.3.9.2
3.3.9.2 Smoke Alarm. A single- or multiple-station alarm responsive to smoke. [72:1.4]
	Single or multi-station alarm that responds to smoke.	
	Smoke Detector	Senses visible or invisible particles of combustion.	3.3.201	Same	
	Smoke-Proof Enclosure	Exit stairway limiting movement of particles of combustion.	3.3.203	Same	
	Standpipe System, Classes Of		No related section	
	Class I	Two and a half-inch connections used by fire departments.		No related section	
	Class II	One and a half-inch connections used by occupants of a building.		No related section	
	Class III	One and a half-inch connections used by occupants of a building and two and a half-inch hose connection for fire department use.		No related section	
	Standpipes, Types of 		No related section	
	Automatic Dry	Filled with pressurized air and admits water upon opening of hose.		No related section	
	Automatic Wet	Has water supply capable of supplying the demand of the system.		No related section	
	Manual Dry	No permanent water supply, requires water from fire department.		No related section	
	Manual Wet	Connected to water supply, is not able to meet demand of system.		No related section	
	Semiautomatic Dry	Requires a device to admit water upon activation by a remote control device and is capable of meeting system demand.		No related section	
	Supervising Station	Receives signals which personnel respond to.		No related section	
	Supervisory Service	Monitors performance of suppression systems. 		No related section	
	Supervisory Signal.	A signal indicating the need of action in connection with the supervision of guard tours, the fire suppression systems or equipment or the maintenance features of related systems.		No related section	
	Supervisory Signal; Initiating Device	Supervisory switch whose change of state signals an abnormal condition or need for action in connection with suppression systems.		No related section	
	Tires, Bulk Storage of	Storage exceeds 20,000 cu. ft. 		No related section	
	Trouble Signal	Initiated by the fire alarm, a fault in circuit monitor or component.		No related section	
	Visible Alarm Notification Appliance	Occupant notification by sight. 		No related section	
	Wet-Chemical Extinguishing System	Solution of water forming an extinguishing agent. 		No related section	
	Wireless Protection System	Transmits and receives signals without the aid of wire.		No related section	
	Zone	Protected defined area where a signal can be received, sent, or a control can be executed.		No related section	
903	Automatic Sprinklers	9.7	Automatic Sprinklers and Other Extinguishing Equipment	
903.1
[F] 903.1 General. Automatic sprinkler systems shall comply with this section.	General	Sprinkler systems should be in accordance with this section.
	9.7.1.1
9.7.1.1* Each automatic sprinkler system required by another section of this Code shall be in accordance with one of the following:
(1) NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
(2) NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height
(3) NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes	Sprinkler systems must meet NFPA 13, unless 13R or 13D specifically referenced.

Similar.	
903.1.1
 [F] 903.1.1 Alternative protection. Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems complying with Section 904 shall be permitted in lieu of automatic sprinkler protection where recognized by the applicable standard and approved by the building official.	Alternative Protection	Provides alternatives permitted instead of automatic sprinkler protection, recognized by standards and building officials.	9.7.3
9.7.3 Other Automatic Extinguishing Equipment.
9.7.3 Other Automatic Extinguishing Equipment.
9.7.3.1 In any occupancy where the character of the fuel for fire is such that extinguishment or control of fire is accomplished by a type of automatic extinguishing system in lieu of
an automatic sprinkler system, such system shall be installed in accordance with the appropriate standard, as determined in accordance with Table 9.7.3.1.	Alternate systems permitted where appropriate per applicable NFPA Standards.

Similar.	
903.2	Where Required	Sprinkler systems in new building provided by this section. Exception: Telecommunication equipment rooms, with fire alarm and separated one-hour fire resistance on the wall and two-hour on the floor/ceiling assembly.		No related section	
903.2.1
 [F] 903.2.1 Group A. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings and portions thereof used as Group A occupancies as provided in this section. For Group A-1, A-2, A-3 and A-4 occupancies, the automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout the floor area where the Group A-1, A-2, A-3 or A-4 occupancy is located, and in all floors between the Group A occupancy and the level of exit discharge. For Group A-5 occupancies, the automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in the spaces indicated in Section 903.2.1.5.
	Group A	Assembly occupancies provided throughout with sprinklers, as provided in this section. For Group A-1, A-2, A-3 and A-4 occupancies, sprinklers are required throughout the floor area where the Group A occupancy is located, and in all floors between the Group A occupancy and the level of exit discharge. For Group A-5 occupancies, sprinklers are required per 903.2.1.5.
	12.3.5.1
12.3.5.2
12.3.3.5.1 Interior floor finish shall comply with Section 10.2.
12.3.3.5.2 Interior floor finish in exit enclosures and exit access corridors and in spaces not separated from them by walls complying with 12.3.6 shall be not less than Class II.
	Assemblies with more than 300 occupants will be sprinklered, the affected story and all stories below. Exceptions: 1) Assemblies with fixed seating used for worship and not part of a multiple occupancy; 2) Assembly with single multipurpose room less than 12,000 sq. ft. with no exhibit and not part of a mixed occupancy; 3) Gyms, pools, or other participant sports with no seating > 300; 4) Stadiums and arenas where sprinklers will be ineffective; 5) Certain portions of unenclosed stadiums and areas.	
903.2.1.1
 [F] 903.2.1.1 Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-1 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists: 
 1.  The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m2).
 2.  The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
 3.  The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.
 4.  The fire area contains a multitheater complex.	Group A-1	Automatic sprinkler system required for an assembly occupancy when fire area is more than 12,000 sq. ft.; occupant load is 300 or more; area is located on different level than level of exit discharge; or area contains multi-theater complex.	12.3.5.1
12.3.5.1 Buildings containing assembly occupancies with occupant loads of more than 300 shall be protected by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7 as follows (see also 12.1.6, 12.2.6, 12.3.2, and 12.3.6):
(1) Throughout the story containing the assembly occupancy
(2) Throughout all stories below the story containing the assembly occupancy
(3) In the case of an assembly occupancy located below the level of exit discharge, throughout all stories intervening between that story and the level of exit discharge, including
the level of exit discharge.

12.3.5.2 The requirements of 12.3.5.1 shall not apply to the following:
(1) Assembly occupancies used primarily for worship with fixed seating that are not part of a multiple occupancy protected as a mixed occupancy (see 6.1.14)
(2)*Assembly occupancies consisting of a single multipurpose room of less than 1115 m2 (12,000 ft2) that are not used for exhibition or display and are not part of a mixed occupancy
(3) Gymnasiums, skating rinks, and swimming pools used exclusively for participant sports with no audience facilities for more than 300 persons 
(4) In the following locations in stadia and arenas:
(a) Over the floor area used for contest, performance, or entertainment
(b) Over the seating areas
(c) Over open-air concourses where an approved engineering analysis substantiates the ineffectiveness of the sprinkler protection due to building height and combustible loading
(5) In the following areas in unenclosed stadia and arenas:
(a) In press boxes less than 93 m2 (1000 ft2)
(b) In storage facilities less than 93 m2 (1000 ft2) if enclosed with not less than 1-hour fire resistance-rated construction
(c) In enclosed areas underneath grandstands that comply with 12.4.8.5	Automatic sprinkler system must be provided if more than 300 people occupy space.

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903.2.1.2
[F] 903.2.1.2 Group A-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-2 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
 1.  The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464.5 m2).
 2.  The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
 3.  The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.	Group A-2	Automatic sprinkler system required for an assembly occupancy if area is greater than 5,000 sq. ft.; has an occupant load of 300 or more; or is located on different floor than exit discharge.	12.3.5
12.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements.
	Automatic sprinkler system must be provided if more than 300 people occupy space.

Similar.

No change needed.	
903.2.1.3
[F] 903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-3 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
 1.  The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m2).
 2.  The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
 3.  The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas where the main floor area is located at the same level as the level of exit discharge of the main entrance and exit.	Group A-3	Automatic sprinkler system required when area exceeds 12,000 sq. ft.; occupant load is 300 or more; located on different level than exit discharge. Exception made for exclusive participant sports area on same level as exit discharge.	12.3.5.1
12.3.5.2
12.3.5.1 Buildings containing assembly occupancies with occupant loads of more than 300 shall be protected by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7 as follows (see also 12.1.6, 12.2.6, 12.3.2, and 12.3.6):
(1) Throughout the story containing the assembly occupancy
(2) Throughout all stories below the story containing the assembly occupancy
(3) In the case of an assembly occupancy located below the level of exit discharge, throughout all stories intervening between that story and the level of exit discharge, including
the level of exit discharge
12.3.5.2 The requirements of 12.3.5.1 shall not apply to the following:
(1) Assembly occupancies used primarily for worship with fixed seating that are not part of a multiple occupancy protected as a mixed occupancy (see 6.1.14)
(2)*Assembly occupancies consisting of a single multipurpose room of less than 1115 m2 (12,000 ft2) that are not used for exhibition or display and are not part of a mixed occupancy
(3) Gymnasiums, skating rinks, and swimming pools used exclusively for participant sports with no audience facilities for more than 300 persons 
(4) In the following locations in stadia and arenas:
(a) Over the floor area used for contest, performance, or entertainment
(b) Over the seating areas
(c) Over open-air concourses where an approved engineering analysis substantiates the ineffectiveness of the sprinkler protection due to building height and combustible loading
(5) In the following areas in unenclosed stadia and arenas:
(a) In press boxes less than 93 m2 (1000 ft2)
(b) In storage facilities less than 93 m2 (1000 ft2) if enclosed with not less than 1-hour fire resistance-rated construction
(c) In enclosed areas underneath grandstands that comply with 12.4.8.5	Automatic sprinkler system must be provided if more than 300 people occupy space and space is not a church.	
903.2.1.4
 [F] 903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-4 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
 1.  The fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m2).
 2.  The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
 3.  The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Areas used exclusively as participant sports areas where the main floor area is located at the same level as the level of exit discharge of the main entrance and exit.	Group A-4	Automatic sprinkler system required when area exceeds 12,000 sq. ft., has an occupant load of 300 or more, or is located on different level than level of exit discharge. Exception made for exclusive participant sports where main floor area on same level as exit discharge.	12.3.5.1
12.3.5.2
12.3.5.1 Buildings containing assembly occupancies with occupant loads of more than 300 shall be protected by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7 as follows (see also 12.1.6, 12.2.6, 12.3.2, and 12.3.6):
(1) Throughout the story containing the assembly occupancy
(2) Throughout all stories below the story containing the assembly occupancy
(3) In the case of an assembly occupancy located below the level of exit discharge, throughout all stories intervening between that story and the level of exit discharge, including
the level of exit discharge
12.3.5.2 The requirements of 12.3.5.1 shall not apply to the following:
(1) Assembly occupancies used primarily for worship with fixed seating that are not part of a multiple occupancy protected as a mixed occupancy (see 6.1.14)
(2)*Assembly occupancies consisting of a single multipurpose room of less than 1115 m2 (12,000 ft2) that are not used for exhibition or display and are not part of a mixed occupancy
(3) Gymnasiums, skating rinks, and swimming pools used exclusively for participant sports with no audience facilities for more than 300 persons 
(4) In the following locations in stadia and arenas:
(a) Over the floor area used for contest, performance, or entertainment
(b) Over the seating areas
(c) Over open-air concourses where an approved engineering analysis substantiates the ineffectiveness of the sprinkler protection due to building height and combustible loading
(5) In the following areas in unenclosed stadia and arenas:
(a) In press boxes less than 93 m2 (1000 ft2)
(b) In storage facilities less than 93 m2 (1000 ft2) if enclosed with not less than 1-hour fire resistance-rated construction
(c) In enclosed areas underneath grandstands that comply with 12.4.8.5	Automatic sprinkler system required, except over floor area where sprinklers would be ineffective.

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903.2.1.5	Group A-5	Automatic sprinkler systems required in concession stands, retail areas, press boxes, and accessory areas greater than 1,000 sq. ft.	12.3.5.1
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903.2.2
 [F] 903.2.2 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies as follows:
 1.  Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 20,000 square feet (1858 m2) in area.
 2.  Throughout every portion of educational buildings below the level of exit discharge.
 Exception: An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any fire area or area below the level of exit discharge where every classroom throughout the building has at least one exterior exit door at ground level.	Group E	Automatic sprinkler system required in educational occupancies greater than 20,000 sq. ft. and portions below exit discharge level. Exception: At least one exit door directly to ground level. 	14.3.5
14.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements.
14.3.5.1 Every portion of educational buildings below the level of exit discharge shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance
with Section 9.7.
	Required for portions below level of exit discharge and where unprotected openings permitted by NFPA 8.6.6.

Note:  Revise 903.2.2 as noted 1/21/04. 	
903.2.3
[F] 903.2.3 Group F-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group F-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists: 
 1.  Where a Group F-1 fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m2);
 2.  Where a Group F-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade; or 
 3.  Where the combined area of all Group F-1 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet (2230 m2).	Group F-1	Automatic sprinkler system required for factory occupancy with an area greater than 12,000 sq. ft. or three stories in height or combined area on all floors greater than 24,000 sq. ft.	40.3.5
40.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. (None)
	Extinguishing system not required.

No change needed 1/21/04.	
903.2.3.1	Woodworking Operation	Automatic sprinkler system required for areas greater than 2,500 sq. ft. or where finely divided combustible material is created.		No related section	
903.2.4
[F] 903.2.4 Group H. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided in high-hazard occupancies as required in Sections 903.2.4.1 through 903.2.4.3.	Group H.	Automatic sprinkler systems required in high-hazard occupancies per this section.	40.3.5
40.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. (None)	Extinguishing system not required.

No change needed 1/21/04.	
903.2.4.1
[F] 903.2.4.1 General. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in Group H occupancies.	General	Automatic sprinkler systems required for Group H Occupancies.	40.3.5
40.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. (None)	Extinguishing system not required.

No change needed 1/21/04.	
903.2.4.2	Group H-5	Sprinklers installed per Table 903.2.4.2.		No related section	
903.2.4.3	Pyroxylin Plastics	Automatic sprinkler systems required where cellulose nitrate or pyroxylin plastics are made or handled in quantities greater than 100 pounds.		No related section	
903.2.5	Group I	Automatic sprinkler system required in institutional occupancies fire areas. NFPA 13R or NFPA 13D is allowed for Group I-1 facilities. 	18.3.5.1
18.3.5.3	Similar; Type I and II constructed buildings may have specified areas protected by alternate means when sprinklers prohibited by AHJ.	
903.2.6	Group M	Automatic sprinkler system required in mercantile occupancies when fire area is greater than 12,000 sq. ft. or more than three stories or combined fire area exceeds 24,000 sq. ft.	36.3.5.1	Similar; also requires sprinklers on floors below the level of exit discharge and greater than 2,500 sq. ft.	
903.2.6.1	High-Piled Storage	Automatic sprinkler system must comply with the FFPC IFC in buildings where merchandise is stored in high-piled or rack arrays.		Change IFC to FFPC, 1/21/04.	
903.2.7
 [F] 903.2.7 Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided throughout all buildings with a Group R fire area.	Group R	Automatic sprinklers per 903.3 required in buildings containing a Group R fire area.	28.3.5.1
28.3.5.2
28.3.5.1 All buildings other than those complying with 28.3.5.2 shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 28.3.5.3.
28.3.5.2 Automatic sprinkler protection shall not be required in buildings where all guest sleeping rooms or guest suites have a door opening directly to either of the following:
(1) The outside at the street or grade level
(2) Exterior exit access arranged in accordance with Section 7.5.3 in buildings up to and including three stories in height above grade.	Sprinkler protection required. Exception: Where all guest sleeping rooms have exterior exits or exterior exit access in buildings < 4 stories above grade/

Note: delete 28.3.5.2.	
903.2.8
 [F] 903.2.8 Group S-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group S-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
 1.  A Group S-1 fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m²);
 2.  A Group S-1 fire area is located more than three stories above grade; or 
 3.  The combined area of all Group S-1 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 24,000 square feet (2230 m²).	Group S-1	Sprinklers required in storage occupancies greater than 12,000 sq. ft. or three or more stories or combined on all floors greater than 24,000 sq. ft.	42.3.5
42.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. (None)
	Extinguishing system not required.

No change needed 1/21/04.	
903.2.8.1
[F] 903.2.8.1 Repair garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with Section 406, as shown:
 1.  Buildings two or more stories in height, including basements, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 10,000 square feet (929 m2).
 2.  One-story buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 12,000 square feet (1115 m2).
 3.  Buildings with a repair garage servicing vehicles parked in the basement.	Repair Garages	Sprinklers required for structures more than two stories in height and a fire area with repair greater than 10,000 sq. ft., one story with fire area containing repair greater than 12,000 sq. ft., or repair garages in a basement. 	42.8.3.5
42.8.3.5 Extinguishing Requirements. (None)
	Extinguishing system not required.

No change needed 1/21/04.	
903.2.8.2
[F] 903.2.8.2 Bulk storage of tires. Buildings and structures where the area for the storage of tires exceeds 20,000 cubic feet (566 m3) shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1.	Bulk Storage Of Tires.	Sprinklers required for structures containing bulk storage of tires exceeding 20,000 cu. ft.	42.3.5
42.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. (None)
	Extinguishing system not required.

Note:  Revise 42.3.5 to add provisions similar to 903.2..8.2.	
903.2.9
[F] 903.2.9 Group S-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings classified as enclosed parking garages in accordance with Section 406.4 or where located beneath other groups.
 Exception: Enclosed parking garages located beneath Group R-3 occupancies as applicable in Section 101.2.	Group S-2	Enclosed parking garages or when garage is located below other occupancy groups, except for parking garages below single family residential occupancy.	42.8.3.5
42.8.3.5 Extinguishing Requirements. (None)
	Extinguishing system not required.

No change needed 1/21/04.	
903.2.9.1
 [F] 903.2.9.1 Commercial parking garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings used for storage of commercial trucks or buses where the fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m2).	Commercial Parking Garages	Sprinklers required in buildings used for commercial trucks or buses when the fire area exceeds 5,000 sq. ft.	42.8.3.5
42.8.3.5 Extinguishing Requirements. (None)
	Extinguishing system not required.

No change needed 1/21/04.	
903.2.10	All Occupancies Except Groups R-3 and U	The following subsections apply to all use groups, except R-3 and U.		No related section	
903.2.10.1	Stories and Basements without Openings	Sprinklers must be installed in every story or basement exceeding 1,500 sq. ft. unless provided with openings below grade leading to ground level, or openings above grade providing at least 20 sq. ft. for each 50 linear feet on at least one side.	13.3.2.2 Cooking Equipment. Cooking equipment shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.3 unless the cooking equipment meets one of the following:
(1) Outdoor equipment
(2) Portable equipment not flue connected
(3) Equipment used only for food warming	No related section	
903.2.10.1.1	Opening Dimensions and Access	Minimum opening dimension is 30 inches. Openings must be accessible for fire department access from the exterior.		No related section	
903.2.10.1.2	Openings on One Side Only	Openings provided on one side and an opposite wall more than 75’ must be protected with a sprinkler system unless the openings specified above are provided on at least two sides of the story.		No related section	
903.2.10.1.3	Basements	Basement located more than 75’ from openings must be protected with a sprinkler system.		No related section	
903.2.10.2	Rubbish and Linen Chutes	Sprinkler installed at the top of these chutes and terminal rooms. When more than three stories install sprinkler heads on alternating floors. Maintain accessibility to chutes.		No related section	
903.2.10.3
 [F] 903.2.10.3 Buildings over 55 feet in height. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings with a floor level having an occupant load of 30 or more that is located 55 feet (16 764 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Airport control towers.
 2.  Open parking structures.
 3.  Occupancies in Group F-2.	Buildings over 55’ in Height	Sprinklers required when occupied floor has 30 or more occupants or more than 55 above fire department access level. Exceptions: 1) Airport control towers; 2) Open parking structures; 3) Occupancies in factory F-2 occupancies.	11.8.2.1
11.8.2.1* High-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7. A sprinkler control valve and a waterflow device shall be provided for each floor.
	Sprinklers required in high-rise where specifically adopted by occupancy chapter.

Note: See Florida Specific requirements.  Replace 903.2.10.3 with s. 903.8, FBC.	
903.2.11	During Construction	Sprinklers required during construction per the IFC.		No related section	
903.2.12	Other Hazards	Special fire protection requirements for the following.		No related section	
903.2.12.1	Ducts Conveying Hazardous Exhausts	When required by IMC, sprinkler heads in ducts conveying exhausts are required. Exception made for ducts with diameter less than ten inches.		No related section	
903.2.12.2	Commercial Cooking Preparations	Sprinkler system in ductwork and exhaust hood where used to comply with Section 904.		No related section	
903.2.13	Other Required Suppression Systems	Suppression systems required in covered malls, high-rise buildings, atriums, underground structures, institutional I-2 occupancy, stages, amusement buildings, aircraft hangers, hazardous occupancies, flammable finish and drying rooms, unlimited area buildings.		No related section	
903.3
[F] 903.3 Installation requirements. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with Sections 903.3.1 through 903.3.7.	Installation Requirements	Designed and installed in accordance with this section.	9.7.1.1
9.7.1.1* Each automatic sprinkler system required by another section of this Code shall be in accordance with one of the following:
(1) NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
(2) NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height
(3) NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes	Sprinkler system must meet NFPA 13, 13R, 13D.

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903.3.1	Standards	Sprinklers designed and installed per NFPA 13, 13R, and 13 D.	9.7.1.1	Same	
903.3.1.1	NFPA 13 Sprinkler Systems	Sprinklers installed per NFPA 13, except at locations below.	9.7.1.1	Same	
903.3.1.1.1	Exempt Locations	Automatic sprinklers not required in rooms with automatic detection systems. 1) Any room where application fire or water constitutes a hazard 2) Any room where sprinkler contents are undesirable per building official 3) Generator or transformer rooms separated by two-hour fire resistance. 4) Rooms of non-combustible construction and noncombustible contents.		No related section	
903.3.1.2
[F] 903.3.1.2 NFPA 13R sprinkler systems. Where allowed in buildings of Group R, up to and including four stories in height, automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13R.
	NFPA 13R Sprinkler Systems	Sprinkler systems in multi-family residential occupancies.	9.7.1.1
9.7.1.1* Each automatic sprinkler system required by another section of this Code shall be in accordance with one of the following:
(1) NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
(2) NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height
(3) NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes	Sprinkler systems allowed where specifically referenced by occupancy chapters.

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903.3.1.2.1	Balconies.	Sprinkler protection required for exterior balconies and ground-floor patios in Type V dwelling units.  		No related section	
903.3.1.3
[F] 903.3.1.3 NFPA 13D sprinkler systems. Where allowed, automatic sprinkler systems in one- and two-family dwellings shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13D.	NFPA 13D Sprinkler Systems	Sprinkler systems in single-family residential occupancies.	9.7.1.1
9.7.1.1* Each automatic sprinkler system required by another section of this Code shall be in accordance with one of the following:
(1) NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
(2) NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height
(3) NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes	Sprinkler systems allowed where specifically referenced by occupancy chapters.

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903.3.2
[F] 903.3.2 Quick-response and residential sprinklers. Where automatic sprinkler systems are required by this code, quick-response or residential automatic sprinklers shall be installed in the following areas in accordance with Section 903.3.1 and their listings:
 1.  Throughout all spaces within a smoke compartment containing patient sleeping units in Group I-2 in accordance with this code.
 2.  Dwelling units, and sleeping units in Group R and I-1 occupancies.
 3.  Light-hazard occupancies as defined in NFPA 13.
	Quick Response Residential Sprinklers	When required by this code quick response sprinklers will be installed in following locations per Section 903.3.1: smoke compartments with patient sleeping rooms, dwellings units, guest rooms and sleeping rooms in residential and institutional occupancies, or light hazard occupancies.	18.3.5.4
28.3.5.5
30.3.5.3
32.2.3.5.2.1
32.3.3.5.1
18.3.5.4* Listed quick-response or listed residential sprinklers shall be used throughout smoke compartments containing patient
sleeping rooms.
28.3.5.5 Listed quick-response or listed residential sprinklers shall be used throughout guest rooms and guest room suites.
30.3.5.3 Where an automatic sprinkler system is installed, either for total or partial building coverage, the system shall be installed in accordance with Section 9.7, as modified by 30.3.5.4 and 30.3.5.5. In buildings up to and including four stories in height above grade, systems in accordance with NFPA13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential
Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height, shall be permitted.
32.2.3.5.2* In conversions, sprinklers shall not be required in small board and care homes, serving eight or fewer residents, when all occupants have the ability as a group to move reliably
to a point of safety within 3 minutes.
32.3.3.5.1 All buildings shall be protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1) and provided with quick response or residential
sprinklers throughout.	Quick-response residential sprinklers required in health care occupancies, hotels, apartments, and board and care.

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903.3.3	Obstructed Locations	Sprinklers to be installed so that they are not obstructed, i.e., >4’.  Exception made for kitchen equipment under exhaust hoods protected with extinguishing system.		No related section	
903.3.4	Actuation	All sprinkler heads shall activate automatically unless permitted by code.		No related section	
903.3.5	Water Supplies	Water supplies for sprinkler systems to conform to NFPA code. Drinkable water to be kept from backflowing per International Plumbing Code.		No related section	
903.3.5.1	Domestic Services	Where the domestic service provides the water supply for automatic sprinklers, the supply must comply with this section.		No related section	
903.3.5.1.1
[F] 903.3.5.1.1 Limited area sprinkler systems. Limited area sprinkler systems serving fewer than 20 6 sprinklers or less on any single connection are permitted to be connected to the domestic service where a wet automatic standpipe is not available. Limited area sprinkler systems connected to domestic water supplies shall comply with each of the following requirements:
 1.  Valves shall not be installed between the domestic water riser control valve and the sprinklers.
Exception: An approved indicating control valve supervised in the open position in accordance with Section 903.4.
 2.  The domestic service shall be capable of supplying the simultaneous domestic demand and the sprinkler demand required to be hydraulically calculated by NFPA 13, NFPA 13R or NFPA 13D.	Limited Area Sprinkler Systems	System limited to 20 sprinkler heads or less connected to the domestic service that complies with the requirement for valves between water riser and sprinklers (except when provided by approved indicating valve). Sprinkler system must be capable of meeting demand per NFPA standards.	9.7.1.2
9.7.1.2 Sprinkler piping serving not more than six sprinklers for any isolated hazardous area shall be permitted to be connected directly to a domestic water supply system having a capacity sufficient to provide 6.1 mm/min (0.15 gpm/ft2)
throughout the entire enclosed area. An indicating shutoff valve, supervised in accordance with 9.7.2 or NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, shall be installed in an accessible, visible, location between the sprinklers and the connection to the domestic water supply.	Systems serving six sprinklers or less are permitted to be connected to a domestic system with sufficient water supply to provide .15 gpm/sq. ft. of the entire area.

Note:  Revise 903.3.5.1.1 as noted for consistency with 9.7.1.2.	
903.3.5.1.2	Residential Combination Services	Permitted when domestic demand and sprinkler demand are satisfied.		No related section	
903.3.5.2	Secondary Water Supply	A second supply necessary for high rises in seismic design areas per the IBC for a period of 30 minutes. Not required in existing buildings.		No related section	
903.3.6	Hose Threads	Fire hose threads used in connection with automatic sprinkler systems must be approved and compatible with fire department hose threads.		No related section	
903.3.7	Fire Department Connection	Location to be approved by building official. 		No related section	
903.3.7.1	Locking fire department connection (FDC) caps	The fire code official may require that the FDC caps on fire department connections for water-based fire protection systems be locked where the responding fire department carries appropriate key wrenches for removal.		No related section	
903.4
 [F] 903.4 Sprinkler system monitoring and alarms. All valves controlling the water supply for automatic sprinkler systems, pumps, tanks, water levels and temperatures, critical air pressures and water-flow switches on all sprinkler systems shall be electrically supervised in accordance with NFPA 72.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Automatic sprinkler systems protecting one- and two-family dwellings.
 2.  Limited area systems serving fewer than 6 20 sprinklers.
 3.  Automatic sprinkler systems installed in accordance with NFPA 13R where a common supply main is used to supply both domestic water and the automatic sprinkler systems and a separate shutoff valve for the automatic sprinkler system is not provided.
 4.  Jockey pump control valves that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 5.  Control valves to commercial kitchen hoods, paint spray booths or dip tanks that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 6.  Valves controlling the fuel supply to fire pump engines that are sealed or locked in the open position.
 7.  Trim valves to pressure switches in dry, preaction and deluge sprinkler systems that are sealed or locked in the open position.	Sprinkler System Monitoring and Alarms	Valves related to sprinkler system are to be electrically supervised. Exceptions: 1) Systems protecting 1-2 residential units; 2) Areas serving less than 20 sprinkler heads; 3) Residential sprinkler systems supplying domestic and sprinkler and separate valve is not provided; 4) Jockey pump valves when locked in the open position; 5) Valves controlling systems for commercial kitchen hoods, dip tanks, and spray booths when locked in the open position; 6) Valves controlling fuel supply when sealed and locked in the open position; 7) Valves for dry, pre-action, or deluge systems when sealed and locked in the open position.	9.7.2.1
9.7.2.1* Supervisory Signals. Where supervised automatic sprinkler systems are required by another section of this Code, supervisory attachments shall be installed and monitored for integrity in accordance with NFPA 72®, National Fire Alarm Code®, and a distinctive supervisory signal shall be provided to indicate a
condition that would impair the satisfactory operation of the sprinkler system. System components and parameters that shall be monitored shall include, but shall not be limited to, control
valves, fire pump power supplies and running conditions, water tank levels and temperatures, tank pressure, and air pressure on dry-pipe valves. Supervisory signals shall sound and shall be displayed either at a location within the protected building that is constantly attended by qualified personnel or at an approved, remotely located receiving facility.
	Does not include the exceptions.

Note:  Revise 903.4 for consistency with 9.7.2.1 as noted.

[Revised 1/21/04.]	
903.4.1
	Signals	Signals are to be distinctly different and automatically transmitted to an approved station. Exceptions: 1) Underground valves in roadway boxes do not require monitoring; 2) Backflow device valves, locked in the open position. Occupancies with fire alarm systems are required to be supervised.	9.7.2.2	Similar	
903.4.2	Alarms	Audible devices are to be connected to the sprinkler system. Sprinkler to be activated by water flow like flow of smallest single sprinkler in system.  Alarm device to be provided on the exterior at an approved location. Buildings with fire alarm
systems shall be activated by the sprinkler system activation.		No related section	
903.4.3	Floor Control Valves	Indicating valves that are supervised and approved required at riser connections on high-rise floor.		No related section	
903.5

[F] 903.5 Testing and maintenance. Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with the International Florida Fire Prevention Code.
.
	Testing and Maintenance	Tested and maintained per IFC. 	9.7.5	Tested and maintained per NFPA 25.

Note:  Revise 903.5 as noted.	
904	Alternative Automatic Fire-Extinguishing Systems	9.7.3	Other Automatic Extinguishing Equipment	
904.1
[F] 904.1 General. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems, other than automatic sprinkler systems, shall be designed, installed, inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with the provisions of this section and the applicable referenced standards.	General	Other extinguishing systems will be in accordance with national standards and this section.	9.7.3.1
9.7.3.1 In any occupancy where the character of the fuel for fire is such that extinguishment or control of fire is accomplished by a type of automatic extinguishing system in lieu of an automatic sprinkler system, such system shall be installed in accordance with the appropriate standard, as determined in accordance with Table 9.7.3.1.
	Other extinguishing systems must be per appropriate NFPA Standard listed in Table 9.7.3.1.

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904.2
[F] 904.2 Where required. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems installed as an alternative to the required automatic sprinkler systems of Section 903 shall be approved by the building official. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall not be considered alternatives for the purposes of exceptions or reductions permitted by other requirements of this code.	Where Required	Alternative systems to be approved by the building official and shall not be considered for reduction of code requirements. 	9.7.3.1
9.7.3.1 In any occupancy where the character of the fuel for fire is such that extinguishment or control of fire is accomplished by a type of automatic extinguishing system in lieu of an automatic sprinkler system, such system shall be installed in accordance with the appropriate standard, as determined in accordance with Table 9.7.3.1.	Other systems permitted where appropriate.

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904.2.1
[F] 904.2.1 Hood system suppression. Each required commercial kitchen exhaust hood and duct system required by the International Florida Fire Prevention Code or the International Mechanical Code to have a Type I hood shall be protected with an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system installed in accordance with this code.	Hood System Suppression	Commercial kitchen hood and duct system will have a Type I hood with automatic sprinkler protection.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.

Note:  Revise 904.2.1 as noted.	
904.3
 [F] 904.3 Installation. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be installed in accordance with this section.	Installation	Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be installed in accordance with this section.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.3.1
 [F] 904.3.1 Electrical wiring. Electrical wiring shall be in accordance with the ICC Electrical Code Chapter 27 of this Code. 	Electrical Wiring	Installed in accordance with the ICC Electrical Code.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.

Note: Revise 904.3.1 as noted.	
904.3.2	Actuation	Activated automatically and by manual activation per 904.11.1.		No related section	
904.3.3	System Interlocking	Interlocks with fuel shutoff, ventilation controls, door closer, shutters, conveyor openings, heat vents or other devices needed for operation of the fire protection system.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.3.4	Alarms and Warning Signs	Provide distinctive audible and visual devices with warning signs. Hazardous areas shall have warning signs regarding discharging agent.		No related section	
904.3.5	Monitoring	When the building has a fire alarm system, the fire protection system shall be monitored by the automatic fire alarm system.		No related section	
904.4	Inspection and Testing	Automatic fire-extinguishing systems inspected and tested prior to acceptance.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.4.1	Inspection	Inspection in accordance with the following: consistency with design hazard, type location and spacing of initiating devices, placement of nozzles, location of audible and visual devices and operating instructions.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.4.2	Alarm Testing	Fire alarm devices and connections tested in accordance with the IBC.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.4.2.1	Audible and Visible Signals	Verify proper operation. 		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.4.3	Monitor Testing	Connections to premises and fire alarm system are to be tested for proper operation.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.5	Wet-Chemical Systems	Installed, maintained and periodically inspected per NFPA Standards.	Table 9.7.3.1	NFPA 17A	
904.6	Dry-Chemical Systems	Installed, maintained and periodically inspected per NFPA Standards.	Table 9.7.3.1	NFPA 17	
904.7	Foam Systems	Installed, maintained and periodically inspected per NFPA Standards.	Table 9.7.3.1	NFPA 11 & 16	
904.8	Carbon Dioxide Systems	Installed, maintained and periodically inspected per NFPA Standards.	Table 9.7.3.1	NFPA 12	
904.9	Halon Systems	Installed, maintained and periodically inspected per NFPA Standards.	Table 9.7.3.1	NFPA 12A	
904.10	Clean-agent Systems	Installed, maintained and periodically inspected per NFPA Standards.	Table 9.7.3.1	NFPA 2001	
904.11
 [F] 904.11 Commercial cooking systems. The automatic fire-extinguishing system for commercial cooking systems shall be of a type recognized for protection of commercial cooking equipment and exhaust systems of the type and arrangement protected. Preengineered automatic dry- and wet-chemical extinguishing systems shall be tested in accordance with UL 300 and listed and labeled for the intended application. Other types of automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be listed and labeled for specific use as protection for commercial cooking operations. The system shall be installed in accordance with this code, its listing and the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems of the following types shall be installed in accordance with the referenced standard indicated, as shown:
 1.  Carbon dioxide extinguishing systems, NFPA 12.
 2.  Automatic sprinkler systems, NFPA 13.
 3.  Foam-water sprinkler system or foam-water spray systems, NFPA 16.
 4.  Dry-chemical extinguishing systems, NFPA 17.
 5.  Wet-chemical extinguishing systems, NFPA 17A.
 Exception: Factory-built commercial cooking recirculating systems that are tested in accordance with UL 197, and listed, labeled and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of the International Florida  Mechanical Code.	Commercial Cooking Systems	Requires pre-engineered systems per UL 300 standards for commercial cooking applications.  Installed in accordance with appropriate NFPA standard for carbon dioxide, automatic sprinklers, foam water systems, dry chemical systems or wet chemical. Exception factory-built commercial cooking recirculating systems that are tested in accordance with UL 197, and per Section 304.1 of the IMC.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.

Note: Revise 904.11 as noted.	
904.11.1	Manual System Operation	Located 10-20’ from the cooking equipment near an exit, unless the system includes automatic sprinklers.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.11.2	System Interconnection	Shall automatically shut down fuel or power supply, with the reset done manually.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.11.3	Carbon Dioxide Systems	Nozzle must be located at top of vent duct. Systems must provide uniform distribution of nozzles and shall operate automatically.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.11.3.1	Ventilation System	Shall automatically shut down ventilation upon activation.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.11.4	Special Provisions for Automatic Sprinkler Systems	Supplied by separate accessible with indicating control valve.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
904.11.4.1	Listed Sprinklers	For protection of fryers are to be listed for that application.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905	Standpipe Systems	9.7.4	Manual Extinguishing Equipment	
905.1
 [F] 905.1 General. Standpipe systems shall be provided in all new buildings and structures in which accordance with this section. 
1.	The highest floor is greater than 30 ft (9144 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access or;
2.	The highest floor is more than three stories above grade or;
3.	The lowest floor is more than one story below grade or;
4.	The lowest floor is more than 20 ft (6.1 m) below grade. 
Fire hose threads used in connection with standpipe systems shall be approved and shall be compatible with fire department hose threads. The location of fire department hose connections shall be approved. In buildings used for high-piled combustible storage, fire protection shall be in accordance with the International Florida Fire Prevention Code.	General	Provided in new buildings with hose threads compatible with NFPA and approved by the fire department.	9.7.4.2
9.7.4.2 Where required by the provisions of another section of this Code, standpipe and hose systems shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems. Where standpipe and hose systems are installed in combination with automatic sprinkler systems, installation shall be in accordance with the appropriate provisions established by NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, and NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems.	Where required, must meet NFPA 14.

Note:  Revise  905.1 as noted.

[Revised 1/21/04 per Mod 537.]	
905.2	Installation Standards	Must meet NFPA 14 and this section. 	9.7.4.2	Same	
905.3
 [F] 905.3 Required installations. Standpipe systems shall be installed where required by Sections 905.3.1 through 905.3.6 and in the locations indicated in Sections 905.4, 905.5 and 905.6. Standpipe systems are permitted to be combined with automatic sprinkler systems.
 Exception: Standpipe systems are not required in Group R-3 occupancies as applicable in Section 101.2.	Required Installations	Installed where required. System can be combined with sprinkler system. Exception: not required in single-family residential occupancies.	22.3.5.5
11.8.2.2.
12.4.5.12.2
22.3.5.5 Standpipe and hose systems shall be provided in accordance with 9.7.4.2 as follows, unless otherwise permitted by 22.3.5.6:
(1) Class I standpipe systems shall be provided for any building over two stories in height.
(2) Class III standpipe and hose systems shall be provided for all nonsprinklered buildings over two stories in height.
11.8.2.2 High-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by a Class I standpipe system in accordance with Section 9.7.
12.4.5.12.2 Hose connections shall be in accordance with NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, unless Class II or Class III standpipes in accordance with NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrant, and Hose Systems, are used.	Required only in detention occupancies, high rise buildings and stages > 1,000 sq. ft. and all legitimate stages.	
905.3.1
 [F] 905.3.1 Building height. Class III standpipe systems shall be installed throughout buildings where the floor level of the highest story is located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access, or where the floor level of the lowest story is located more than 30 feet (9144 mm) below the highest level of fire department vehicle access.  High-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by a Class I standpipe system.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Class I standpipes are allowed in buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
 2.  Class I manual standpipes are allowed in open parking garages where the highest floor is located not more than 150 feet (45 720 mm) above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
 3.  Class I manual dry standpipes are allowed in open parking garages that are subject to freezing temperatures, provided that the hose connections are located as required for Class II standpipes in accordance with Section 905.5.
 4.  Class I standpipes are allowed in basements equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system.
5.  In buildings less than 75 feet in height which are protected throughout with an approved and maintained fire sprinkler system, a manual wet standpipe, as defined in the National Fire Protection Association Standard 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrant, and Hose Systems, shall be allowed.	Building Height	Class III required throughout building when floor level is more than 30’ above or below the highest level of fire department access. Exceptions: 1) Class I allowed in buildings protected with sprinkler system; 2) Class I manual dry permitted in open parking garages when highest floor level is less than 150’ from fire department access level; 3) Class I manual dry permitted in open parking garages subject to freezing; 4) Class I permitted in basements with sprinkler system protection.	11.8.2.2
11.8.2.2 High-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by a Class I standpipe system in accordance with Section 9.7.	Class I required in highrise buildings.

Note:  Revise 905.3.1 as noted for consistency with 11.8.2.2.

[Revised 1/21/04.]	
905.3.2
[F] 905.3.2 Group A. Class I automatic wet standpipes shall be provided in nonsprinklered Group A buildings having an occupant load exceeding 1,000 persons.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Open-air-seating spaces without enclosed spaces.
 2.  Class I automatic dry and semiautomatic dry standpipes or manual wet standpipes are allowed in buildings where the highest floor surface used for human occupancy is 75 feet (22 860 mm) or less above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.	Group A	Class I standpipe required in unsprinklered assembly occupancy with more than 1,000 occupants. Exceptions: 1) Open air seating; 2) Class I automatic dry and semi-automatic dry or manual wet standpipe systems permitted highest or lowest levels are 75’ from fire department access.	11.8.2.2
12.4.5.12.2
11.8.2.2 High-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by a Class I standpipe system in accordance with Section 9.7.
12.4.5.12.2 Hose connections shall be in accordance with NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, unless Class II or Class III standpipes in accordance with NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrant, and Hose Systems, are used.	Class I required in high rise buildings and Class III for stages.
[ No change needed 1/21/04.]
	
905.3.3	Covered Mall Buildings	Class I automatic wet standpipe system required. 		No related section	
905.3.4
 [F] 905.3.4 Stages. Stages greater than 1,000 square feet in area (93 m2) shall be equipped with a Class III wet standpipe system with 1.5-inch and 2.5-inch (38 mm and 64 mm) hose connections on each side of the stage.
 Exception: Where the building or area is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system, the hose connections are allowed to be supplied from the automatic sprinkler system and shall have a flow rate of not less than that required by NFPA 14 for Class III standpipes.	Stages	Stages larger than 1,000 sq. ft. to be equipped with Class III (with one and a half and two and a half-inch) hose connections on each side of the stage. In sprinklered buildings the standpipe can be connected with sprinkler system with the flow rate required by NFPA 14 for Class III standpipes.	12.4.5.12.q
12.4.5.12.1 Regular stages over 93 m2 (1000 ft2) in area and all legitimate stages shall be equipped with 38-mm (11.2-in.) hose lines for first aid fire fighting at each side of the stage.	Class III required for regular stages > 1,000 sq. ft. and all legitimate stages.

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905.3.4.1
[F] 905.3.4.1 Hose and cabinet. The 1.5-inch (38 mm) hose connections shall be equipped with sufficient lengths of 1.5-inch (38 mm) hose to provide fire protection for the stage area. Hose connections shall be equipped with an approved adjustable fog nozzle and be mounted in a cabinet or on a rack.	Hose and Cabinet	1.5-inch connections must have sufficient hose lengths to protect the stage. 	12.4.5.12.1
12.4.5.12.1 Regular stages over 93 m2 (1000 ft2) in area and all legitimate stages shall be equipped with 38-mm (11.2-in.) hose lines for first aid fire fighting at each side of the stage.
	Hose connections to meet NFPA 13 or Class II or III requirements of NFPA 14.

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905.3.5	Underground Buildings	Equipped throughout with a Class I automatic wet or manual wet standpipe system.		No related section	
905.3.6	Helistops and Heliports.	Buildings with a helistop or heliport on the roof and standpipe, the standpipe must be extended to the roof level per Section 1107.5 of IFC.		No related section	
905.4	Location of Class I Standpipe Hose Connections	Locations: 1) Every required stairway above and below grade, at the floor landing unless approved by the building official; 2) Each side of horizontal exit; 3) Exit passageway; 4) Covered Malls at public entrance and exit passageways; 5) Roof when slope is less that 4:12 located at the roof or highest stairway landing; 6) Remote portion more than 150’ from a hose connection in an unsprinklered floor or 200’ in a sprinklered floor. Building official is authorized to require additional hose connections.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.

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905.4.1	Protection	Class I risers and laterals of Class I standpipe systems not in enclosed stairway or pressurized enclosure are to be in an enclosure equal to that required for vertical enclosures. Sprinklered buildings, laterals not in enclosed stairways or pressurized do not need to be in rated enclosure.		No related section	
905.4.2	Interconnection	Buildings with more than one standpipe are to be interconnected in accordance with NFPA 14.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.5
[F] 905.5 Location of Class II standpipe hose connections. Class II standpipe hose connections shall be accessible and located so that all portions of the building are within 30 feet (9144 mm) of a nozzle attached to 100 feet (30 480 mm) of hose.	Location of Class II Standpipe Hose Connections	Located so that all portions are within 30’ of a nozzle attached to 100’ of hose.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.5.1	Group A-1 and A-2	In occupancies with occupant loads of more than 1,000, hose connections are to be located on each side of the stage, each side of the rear of the auditorium, each side of the balcony and each dressing room tier.		No related section	
905.5.2	Protection	Class II risers and laterals don't require fire resistive rated protection.		No related section	
905.5.3	Class II System 1-Inch Hose	Permitted in light hazard occupancies and approved by the building official.		No related section	
905.6	Location of Class III Standpipe Hose Connections	Hose connections for Class III located same as for Class I standpipes and shall have Class II hose connections.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.6.1	Protection	Same as Class I protection of risers and laterals. 		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.6.2	Interconnection	Where more than one Class III standpipe is provided they shall be interconnected at the bottom.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.7	Cabinets	Cabinets for fire equipment shall not be blocked from use or view.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.7.1	Cabinet Equipment	Identification Cabinets are to be identified in approved manner by signage at least two inches high. Exception: pictogram or door with clear glass or glass door panel.		No related section	
905.7.2	Locking Cabinet Doors	Doors are to be unlocked. Exceptions: 1) Visual identification glass panels that can be broken; 2) Approved locking devices; 3) Institutional I-3 occupancy.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.8	Dry Standpipe	Prohibited unless subject to freezing per NFPA 14.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.9	Valve Supervision	Valves are to be supervised in the open positions.  Buildings with a fire alarm system shall be supervised. Exceptions: Valves in underground roadway boxes. Valves locked in normal position and inspected are permitted in building without a fire alarm system.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
905.10	During Construction	Standpipe systems required during construction and demolition per Section 3311.		Specific requirements are covered in appropriate NFPA Standards and are not specifically addressed in NFPA 101.	
906	Portable Fire Extinguishers	9.7.4.1	Manual Extinguishing Equipment	
906.1

[F] 906.1 General. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in occupancies and locations as required by the International Florida Fire Prevention Code.
	General	Portable fire extinguishers must comply with the IFC.	9.7.4.1
18.3.5.7
20.3.5.3
22.3.5.4
28.3.5.7
30.3.5.11
32.3.3.5.6
36.3.5.3
38.3.5	Required to meet NFPA 10. Required in health care, ambulatory care, detention, mercantile and business environments. Required in hazardous areas of unsprinklered hotels, apartment buildings and near hazardous areas of large board and care.

Note:  Revise 906.1 as noted.
	
907	Fire Alarm and Detection Systems	9.6	Fire Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems	
907.1	General	Covers fire alarm system application, installation, and maintenance. 	9.6.1.3	Install in accordance with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code and 72 National Fire Alarm Code.	
907.1.1	Construction Documents	Construction documents must be reviewed before system installation. Documents must include a floor plan, equipment locations and model numbers, and calculations and interfaces to control functions.		No related section	
907.1.2	Equipment	Equipment used must be listed and approved for the purpose.	9.6.1.4	Same	
907.2	Where Required	Fire detection and/or alarm systems are required by Sections 907.2.1 through 907.2.23. Automatic heat detection is not required when automatic sprinkler protection (meeting Sections 907.3.1.1 or 907.3.1.2) is provided and connected to alarm system. Fire detection and alarm system equipment and installation must meet Section 907.1.2 and NFPA 72. Automatic detection must include smoke detection, except in areas where use of smoke detectors may cause unwanted alarms, in which case alternative detection may be used.	9.6.1.1	Requirements are in other sections.	
907.2.1	Group A	Occupancies of 300 or more occupants require a manual fire alarm system. Exception: Where an automatic sprinkler system will activate the fire alarm system.	12.3.4.1
12.3.4.2	Similar, includes all theaters with more than one audience - viewing room. Detection required in hazardous areas unless sprinklered.	
907.2.1.1	System Initiation in Group A Occupancies with an Occupant Load of 1,000 or More	Group A occupancies of 1,000 or more occupants require an emergency voice/alarm communications system. Exception: Where an automatic sprinkler system will activate the fire alarm system.		No related section	
907.2.1.2	Emergency Power	Emergency power is required for emergency voice/alarm communications systems.	12.3.4.3.4	Same	
907.2.2
 [F] 907.2.2 Group B. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group B occupancies having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are not required where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the alarm notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.
A fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6  9.7 shall be provided in all business occupancies where any one of the following conditions exists:
(1) The building is two or more stories in height above the level of exit discharge.
(2) The occupancy is subject to 50 or more occupants above or below the level of exit discharge.
(3) The occupancy is subject to 300 or more total occupants.

	Group B	Occupancies of 500 or more, or more than 100 above or below the lowest exit level, require a manual fire alarm system. Exception made if an automatic sprinkler system will activate the fire alarm system.	38.3.4.1
38.3.4.1 General. A fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6 shall be provided in all business occupancies where any one of the following conditions exists:
(1) The building is two or more stories in height above the level of exit discharge.
(2) The occupancy is subject to 50 or more occupants above or below the level of exit discharge.
(3) The occupancy is subject to 300 or more total occupants.
	Fire alarm required if two or more stories, 50 or more occupants above or below level of exit discharge, 300 or more total.

Note:  Revise 907.2 as noted.	
907.2.3
 [F] 907.2.3 Group E. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group E occupancies. When automatic sprinkler systems or smoke detectors are installed, such systems or detectors shall be connected to the building fire alarm system.
 Exceptions:
 1.  Group E occupancies with an occupant load of less than 50.
 2.  Manual fire alarm boxes are not required in Group E occupancies where all the following apply:
 2.1.  Interior corridors are protected by smoke detectors with alarm verification.
 2.2.  Auditoriums, cafeterias, gymnasiums and the like are protected by heat detectors or other approved detection devices.
 2.3.  Shops and laboratories involving dusts or vapors are protected by heat detectors or other approved detection devices.
 2.4.  Off-premises monitoring is provided.
 2.5.  The capability to activate the evacuation signal from a central point is provided.
 2.6.  In buildings where normally occupied spaces are provided with a two-way communication system between such spaces and a constantly attended receiving station from where a general evacuation alarm can be sounded, except in locations specifically designated by the building official.	Group E	Group E requires a manual fire alarm system that must be automatic when smoke detectors or automatic sprinkler system is installed. Exceptions made if building has less than 50 occupants, where complete coverage smoke detection and off-premises monitoring is provided, activation of the activation signal must be initiated from a central point, or where normally occupied spaces are provided with a two-way communication system to a constantly attended receiving station from where a general evacuation alarm can be sounded, except designated by the building official.	14.3.4.1.1
14.3.4.1.2
14.3.4.1.1 Educational occupancies shall be provided with a fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6.
14.3.4.1.2 The requirement of 14.3.4.1.1 shall not apply to buildings meeting all of the following criteria:
(1) Buildings having an area not exceeding 93 m2 (1000 ft2)
(2) Buildings containing a single classroom
(3) Buildings located not less than 15 m (50 ft) from another building
	Similar; exceptions made for less than 1,000 sq. ft. or single classroom separated by 50’ from other buildings.	
907.2.4
[F] 907.2.4 Group F. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group F occupancies that are two or more stories in height and have an occupant load of 500 or more above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are not required if the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.
A fire alarm system shall be required in accordance with Section 9.6  9.7 for industrial occupancies, unless the total capacity of the building is under 100 persons and of
these fewer than 25 persons are above or below the level of exit discharge.
	Group F	Group F requires a manual fire alarm system if two or more stories in height and 500 or more occupants above or below the lowest exit level.  Manual fire alarm boxes are not required where complete coverage smoke detection is provided and where notification will be activated by an automatic sprinkler system.	40.3.4.1
40.3.4.1 General. A fire alarm system shall be required in accordance with Section 9.6 for industrial occupancies, unless the total capacity of the building is under 100 persons and of
these fewer than 25 persons are above or below the level of exit discharge.
	Required unless fewer than 100 occupants and fewer than 25 occupants above or below level of exit discharge.

Note:  Revise 907.2.4 as noted.	
907.2.5	Group H	Group H-5 and occupancies used for manufacture of organic coatings require a manual fire alarm system. Automatic smoke detection is required where highly toxic gases, organic peroxides, and oxidizers are present. See IFC Chapters 37, 39, and 40.		No related section	
907.2.6
 [F] 907.2.6 Group I. A manual fire alarm system and an automatic fire detection system shall be installed in Group I occupancies. An electrically supervised, automatic smoke detection system shall be provided in waiting areas that are open to corridors.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes in patient sleeping areas of Group I-1 and I-2 occupancies shall not be required at exits if located at all nurses’ control stations or other constantly attended staff locations, provided such stations are visible and continuously accessible and that travel distances required in Section 907.3.1 are not exceeded.	Group I	Group I requires manual and automatic fire alarm systems with smoke detection in waiting areas open to corridors. Exception: Group I-1 and I-2 manual fire alarm boxes at exits if manual fire alarm boxes are installed at nurse's stations. Travel distances must conform to Section 907.3.1.	18.3.4.1
20.3.4.1
18.3.4.1 General. Health care occupancies shall be provided with a fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6.
20.3.4.1 General. Ambulatory health care facilities shall be provided with fire alarm systems in accordance with Section 9.6, except as modified by 20.3.4.2 through 20.3.4.5.	Fire alarm system required in health care, ambulatory health care, detention and correctional occupancies.

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907.2.6.1	Group I-2	Corridors in nursing homes (both intermediate-care and skilled nursing facilities), detoxification facilities and spaces open to the corridors require an automatic fire detection system. Exceptions: 1) Where system connected smoke detectors are installed in patient sleeping rooms; 2) Where automatic door-closing devices with integral smoke detectors are installed and are connected to the fire alarm system.	18.3.4.5.2
	Same	
907.2.6.2	Group I-3	Group I-3 requires a manual and automatic fire alarm system that will alert staff.	22.3.4.1	Similar	
907.2.6.2.1	System Initiation	Alarm signals are initiated by automatic fire detectors, manual fire alarm boxes or operation of an automatic fire extinguishing system. Pre-signal systems are not used.	9.6.2.1	Similar	
907.2.6.2.2	Manual Fire Alarm Boxes	Manual fire alarm boxes may be omitted from some locations required by Section 907.3 if installed at staff-attended locations with supervision of areas where boxes have been omitted. Manual fire alarm boxes may be locked provided that staff is present with keys.	22.3.4.4	Same	
907.2.6.2.3	Smoke Detectors	Automatic smoke detection system required in resident housing areas and common spaces accessible to residents. Exceptions: 1) Alternative methods are permitted to prevent damage or tampering; 2) Use conditions II and III omit sleeping rooms; 3) Complete automatic sprinkler system and sleeping rooms with four or fewer.	22.3.4.4	Same	
907.2.7
 [F] 907.2.7 Group M. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group M occupancies, other than covered mall buildings complying with Section 402, having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes are not required if the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system and the alarm notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow.	Group M	Group M occupancies of 500 or more, or more than 100 above or below the lowest exit level, require a manual fire alarm system. Exception allowed if an automatic sprinkler system activate the fire alarm system.	36.3.4
30.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems.
	Class A  (30,000 ft2) mercantile require a fire alarm system.

Note:  Revise 36.3.4 for consistency with 907.2.7.	
907.2.7.1	Occupant Notification	An emergency voice/alarm communications system may be used manually in lieu of an automatic general alarm when the building is occupied.		No related section	
907.2.8
 [F] 907.2.8 Group R-1. Fire alarm systems shall be installed in Group R-1 occupancies as required in Sections 907.2.8.1 through 907.2.8.3.	Group R-1	Group R-1 requires a manual and automatic fire alarm system per this section. 	28.3.4
28.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems.
	Fire alarm, including corridor smoke detection in unsprinklered buildings.	
907.2.8.1
[F] 907.2.8.1 Manual fire alarm system. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group R-1 occupancies.
 Exceptions:
 1.  A manual fire alarm system is not required in buildings not over two stories in height where all individual guestrooms and contiguous attic and crawl spaces are separated from each other and public or common areas by at least 1-hour fire partitions and each individual guestroom has an exit directly to a public way, exit court or yard.
 2.  Manual fire alarm boxes are not required throughout the building when the following conditions are met:
 2.1.  The building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
 2.2.  The notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow, and
 2.3.  At least one manual fire alarm box is installed at an approved location.	Manual Fire Alarm System.	A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group R-1 occupancies. Exceptions: 1) Buildings two stories or less in which guest rooms and attic and crawl spaces are separated by at least 1-hour fire separations and each guest room exits directly out of doors; 2) Where an automatic sprinkler system will activate the fire alarm system with at least one manual fire alarm box is installed at an approved location.	28.3.4
28.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems.
	Fire alarm, including corridor smoke detection in unsprinklered buildings.

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907.2.8.2	Automatic Fire Alarm System.	An automatic fire alarm system required throughout all interior corridors serving guestrooms.  Exception: In buildings with not interior corridors serving guestrooms and each guestroom has exits directly out of doors.		No related section	
907.2.8.3
 [F] 907.2.8.3 Smoke alarms. Smoke alarms shall be installed as required by Section 907.2.10. In buildings that are not equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the smoke alarms in guestrooms shall be connected to an emergency electrical system and shall be annunciated by guestroom at a constantly attended location from which the fire alarm system is capable of being manually activated	Smoke Alarms.	Smoke alarms required per Section 907.2.10. In unsprinklered buildings, smoke alarms in guestrooms must be connected to an emergency electrical system and be annunciated at a constantly attended location where the fire alarm system can be manually activated	28.3.4.5
28.3.4.5* Smoke Alarms. An approved single-station smoke alarm shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 in every guest room and every living area and sleeping room within a guest suite.
	Smoke alarms required in guest rooms.	
907.2.9
 [F] 907.2.9 Group R-2. A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group R-2 occupancies where:
 1.  Any dwelling unit or sleeping unit is located three or more stories above the lowest level of exit discharge;
 2.  Any dwelling unit or sleeping unit is located more than one story below the highest level of exit discharge of exits serving the dwelling unit or sleeping unit; or
 3.  The building contains more than 16 11 dwelling units or sleeping units.
 Exceptions:
 1.  A fire alarm system is not required in buildings not over two stories in height where all dwelling units or sleeping units and contiguous attic and crawl spaces are separated from each other and public or common areas by at least 1-hour fire partitions and each dwelling unit or sleeping unit has an exit directly to a public way, exit court or yard.
 2.  Manual fire alarm boxes are not required throughout the building when the following conditions are met:
 2.1.  The building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or  903.3.1.2.
 2.2.  The notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler flow, and
 2.3.  At least one manual fire alarm box is installed at an approved location.
 3.  A fire alarm system is not required in buildings that do not have interior corridors serving dwelling units and are protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, provided that dwelling units either have a means of egress door opening directly to an exterior exit access that leads directly to the exits or are served by open-ended corridors designed in accordance with Section 1022.6, Exception 4.	Group R-2	Group R-2 requires a fire alarm system if 1) any dwelling unit is > 3 stories above the lowest exit level, 2)  > 1 story below the highest exit level, or 3) > 16 dwelling units. Exceptions: 1) Buildings < 2 stories where guest rooms and attic and crawl spaces are separated 1-hr. barriers and each dwelling unit exits directly out of doors; 2) In sprinklered buildings with no interior corridors serving dwelling units and each dwelling unit has exits directly out of doors or served by open-ended corridors per Section 1022.6. 3) Manual pull station are nor required in buildings where an automatic sprinkler system will activate the fire alarm system with at least one manual fire alarm box installed at an approved location. 	30.3.4
30.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems.
30.3.4.1 General.
30.3.4.1.1 Apartment buildings with  more than three or more  stories or with more than 11 dwelling units, other than those meeting 30.3.4.1.2 or 30.3.4.1.3, shall be provided with a fire alarm
system in accordance with Section 9.6, except as modified by 30.3.4.2 through 30.3.4.5.2.
30.3.4.1.2 A fire alarm system shall not be required in buildings where each dwelling unit is separated from other contiguous
dwelling units by fire barriers (see Section 8.3) having a fire resistance rating of not less than 1 hour, and where each dwelling unit has either its own independent exit or its own independent stairway or ramp discharging at grade.
30.3.4.1.3 A fire alarm system shall not be required in buildings that are protected throughout by an approved, automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 30.3.5.1, that do not exceed
four stories in height, and that contain not more than 16 dwelling units.
	Fire alarm required if > 3 stories or more than 11 dwelling units. Exceptions: When units separated by 1-hr. barriers and each unit has independent exits to grade.

Note:  Revise both 907.2.9  and 30.3.4.1.1 as noted.

907.2.10	Single- and Multiple-Station Smoke Alarms	The household fire-warning equipment provisions of NFPA 72 and the provisions of this code apply to single- and multiple-station smoke alarms.	9.6.2.10.1	Similar	
907.2.10.1	Where Required	Single- or multiple-station smoke alarms are required by Sections 907.2.10.1.1 and 907.2.10.1.4.		No related section	
907.2.10.1.1
 [F] 907.2.10.1.1 Group R-1. Single- or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed in all of the following locations in Group R-1:
 1.  In sleeping areas.
 2.  In every room in the path of the means of egress from the sleeping area to the door leading from the sleeping unit.
3.	In each story within the sleeping unit, including basements. For sleeping units with split levels and without an intervening door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level.
An approved single-station smoke alarm shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 9.7 in every guest room and every living area and sleeping room within a guest suite.
	Group R-1	Group R-1 occupancies require single- or multiple station smoke alarms in sleeping areas, along the path of the means of egress from the sleeping units, and on every level within the sleeping unit.	28.3.4.5
28.3.4.5* Smoke Alarms. An approved single-station smoke alarm shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 in every guest room and every living area and sleeping room within a guest suite.	Smoke alarms required in every guestroom, living area, and sleeping room.

Note:  Revise 907.2.10.1.1 for consistency with 28.3.4.5 as noted.	
907.2.10.1.2
 [F] 907.2.10.1.2 Groups R-2, R-3, R-4 and I-1. Single-or multiple-station smoke alarms shall be installed
and maintained in Groups R-2, R-3, R-4 and I-1, regardless of occupant load at all of the following locations:
1. On the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of bedrooms.
2. In each room used for sleeping purposes.
3. In each story within a dwelling unit, including basements but not including crawl spaces and  uninhabitable attics. In dwellings or dwelling units with split levels and without an intervening
door between the adjacent levels, a smoke alarm installed on the upper level shall suffice for the adjacent lower level provided that the lower level is less than one full story below the upper level.
	Groups R-2, R-3, R-4, and I-1	Groups R-2, R-3, R-4, and I-1 require single- or multiple-station smoke alarms outside of each sleeping area, in each sleeping area, and on each level within a dwelling unit.	30.3.4.5

30.3.4.5 Smoke Alarms.
30.3.4.5.1* Approved single-station smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 outside every sleeping area
in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms and on all levels of the dwelling unit, including basements	Smoke alarms required outside every sleeping area and on all levels.

Note:  Revise 30.3.4.5 for consistency with 907.2.10.1.2.	
907.2.10.1.3	Group I-1	Group I-1 occupancies require single- or multiple-station smoke alarms in sleeping areas or an automatic fire detection system throughout the building.		No related section	
907.2.10.2
[F] 907.2.10.2 Power source. In new construction, required smoke alarms shall receive their primary power from the building wiring where such wiring is served from a commercial source and shall be equipped with a battery backup. Smoke alarms shall emit a signal when the batteries are low. Wiring shall be permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than as required for overcurrent protection.
 Exception: Smoke alarms are not required to be equipped with battery backup in Group R-1 where they are connected to an emergency electrical system.	Power Source	Smoke alarms must be powered from a commercial source, and in new construction must have a battery back-up. No switch may be installed to interrupt power to the units. And alarms to give off a signal when the batteries are low. Exceptions: Group R-1 units when connected to an emergency electrical power source; 	9.6.2.10.2
9.6.2.10.2 Smoke alarms, other than battery-operated devices as permitted by other sections of this Code, or battery-operated devices complying with 9.6.1.3 and the low-power wireless system requirements of NFPA72®, National Fire Alarm Code®, shall receive
their operating power from the building electrical system.	Receives power from building electrical system.

Note:  Revise 9.6.2.10.2 to provide for battery back-up as per 907.2.10.2.	
907.2.10.3	Interconnection	Group R-2, R-3 or R-4 occupancies and Group R-1 dwelling units require interconnected smoke alarms (multiple-station units) so that all sound the alarm, if any unit operates, and must be heard in all bedrooms with intervening doors closed.  	9.6.2.10.3	Similar	
907.2.10.4	Acceptance Testing	The installation must be tested in accordance with NFPA 72.	9.6.1.3	Similar	
907.2.11
 [F] 907.2.11 Special amusement buildings. An approved automatic smoke detection system shall be provided in special amusement buildings in accordance with this section.
 Exception: In areas where ambient conditions will cause a smoke detection system to alarm, an approved alternative type of automatic detector shall be installed.	Special Amusement Buildings	Special amusement buildings require a smoke detection system. Exception: An alternative detection method is permitted where ambient conditions would cause unwanted alarms from smoke detectors. 	12.4.7.4
12.4.7.4 Smoke Detection. Where the nature of the special amusement building is such that it operates in reduced lighting levels, the building shall be protected throughout by an approved automatic smoke detection system in  accordance with Section 9.6.	Smoke detection required in reduced lighting levels.

Note:  Revise 12.4.7.4 for consistency with 907.2.11.	
907.2.11.1	Alarm	An alarm initiated by a single smoke detector, automatic sprinkler system or other fire detection devices must annunciate at a constantly attended location capable of manual initiation of system response. 	12.4.7.5	Similar	
907.2.11.2	System Response	An alarm initiated by two smoke detectors, the automatic sprinkler system or other fire detection devices must illuminate the means of egress with light equivalent to no less than 11 lux at the floor, must stop visual and sounding distractions and illuminate directional exit marking. A prerecorded message and a distinctive alarm sound must be clearly audible throughout the space. Installation must meet the provisions of NFPA 72.	12.4.7.6	Similar	
907.2.11.3
	Emergency Voice/Alarm Communication System	The emergency voice/alarm communication system may also serve as a public address system and must be installed in accordance with NFPA 72.		No related section	
907.2.12	High-Rise Buildings	High-rise buildings require an automatic fire alarm and emergency voice/alarm communications system; see Section 907.2.12.2. Exceptions: 1) Airport traffic control towers; see Section 412 and 907.2.22; 2) Open parking garages; see Section 406.3; 3) Group A-5 occupancies; 4) Low-hazard special occupancies; see Section 503.1.2; 5) Group H-1, H-2 or H-3; see Section 415.	11.8.3	Similar; only applies where specifically adopted by occupancy chapters.	
907.2.12.1	Automatic Fire Detection	Smoke detectors are required to be connected to an automatic fire alarm system to initiate the emergency voice/alarm communication system. They must be located in mechanical and electrical rooms not protected by automatic sprinklers, in elevator machine rooms, and elevator lobbies. They must be located in air-conditioning systems greater than 2,000 CFM, and at each riser connection serving two or more stories. Group R-1 and R-2 smoke detection may be installed in risers of not more than 5,000 CFM and not more than ten inlets.		No related section	
907.2.12.2
 [F] 907.2.12.2 Emergency voice/alarm communication system. The operation of any automatic fire detector, sprinkler water-flow device or manual fire alarm box shall automatically sound an alert tone followed by voice instructions giving approved information and directions on a general or selective basis to the following terminal areas on a minimum of the alarming floor, the floor above and the floor below in accordance with the International Florida Fire Prevention Code.
 1.  Elevator lobbies.
 2.  Corridors.
 3.  Rooms and tenant spaces exceeding 1,000 square feet (93 m2) in area.
 4.  Dwelling units or sleeping units in Group R-2 occupancies.
 5.  Sleeping units in Group R-1 occupancies.
 6.  Areas of refuge as defined in Section 1002.
 Exception: In Group I-1 and I-2 occupancies, the alarm shall sound in a constantly attended area and a general occupant notification shall be broadcast over the overhead page.	Emergency Voice/Alarm Communication System	Upon receiving an alarm signal, the emergency voice/alarm communication system sounds an alert tone followed by approved voice instructions to these areas per the International Fire Code: elevator lobbies, corridors, spaces of 1,000 sq. ft., Group R-2 dwelling units, Group R-1 dwelling units, and areas of refuge. Exception: Alarm to sound in constantly attended area and notification to be broadcast via overhead page in Group I-1 and I-2 occupancies.	11.8.3.1
11.8.3.1* A fire alarm system using an approved, emergency voice/alarm communication system shall be installed in accordance with Section 9.6.	Emergency voice communication required.

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907.2.12.2.1	Manual Override	All paging zones require manual override. 		No related section	
907.2.12.2.2	Live Voice Messages	Capability for live voice messages is provided to elevators, exit stairways, and throughout selected floors.		No related section	
907.2.12.2.3	Standard	Installations are made per NFPA 72. 	9.6.1.3	Same	
907.2.12.3	Fire Department Communication System	NFPA 72 requirements apply to two-way communication systems between a fire command center and elevators, elevator lobbies, emergency and standby power rooms, fire pump rooms, areas of refuge and inside enclosed exit stairways in which communication devices are provided at each floor level within the enclosed stairway. Exception: Approved fire department radio systems.	11.8.3.2	Similar, required where adopted by other occupancy chapters.	
907.2.13	Atriums Connecting More Than Two Stories	Occupancies within an atrium of more than two stories require a fire alarm system. Group A, E, or M requires an emergency voice/alarm communication system.		No related section	
907.2.14	High-Piled Combustible Storage Areas	High-piled combustible storage areas may require an automatic fire detection system as determined by the IFC.		No related section	
907.2.15	Delayed Egress Locks.	Delayed egress locks installed on means of egress doors per Section 1008.1.8.6, require an automatic smoke or heat detection system.	7.2.1.6.1	Same	
907.2.16	Aerosol Storage Uses	Aerosol storage areas require a manual fire alarm system as determined by the IFC.		No related section	
907.2.17	Lumber, Plywood and Veneer Mills	Lumber, plywood, and veneer mills require a manual fire alarm system.		No related section	
907.2.18	Underground Buildings with Smoke Exhaust System	Underground buildings with smoke exhaust systems require automatic fire detectors.		No related section	
907.2.18.1	Smoke Detectors	Smoke detectors must be installed in mechanical, electrical, and elevator machine rooms, elevator lobbies, air-conditioning risers, and in each connection to the vertical riser. In Group R, detectors may be used in returns of less than 5,000 CFM and not more than 10 inlets.		No related section	
907.2.18.2	Alarm Required	An audible alarm is required at a constantly attended location upon activation of smoke exhaust system.		No related section	
907.2.19	Underground Buildings	Underground buildings with the lowest level more than 60’ below the exit level require a manual fire alarm and emergency voice/alarm communication system.		No related section	
907.2.19.1	Public Address System	The public address system must cover all levels when a fire alarm system is not required by Section 907.2.		No related section	
907.2.20
[F] 907.2.20 Covered mall buildings. Covered mall buildings exceeding 50,000 square feet (4645 m2) in total floor area shall be provided with an emergency voice/alarm communication system. An emergency voice/alarm communication system serving a mall, required or otherwise, shall be accessible to the fire department. The system shall be provided in accordance with Section 907.2.12.2.	Covered Mall Buildings	Malls greater than 50,000 sq. ft. require an emergency voice/alarm communication system accessible to the fire department. See also Section 907.2.12.2.	36.4.4.4.3
36.4.4.4.3 Notification.

	Either automatic alarm or public address required.	
907.2.21	Residential Aircraft Hangars	Residential aircraft hangars require at least one smoke alarm interconnected with residential smoke alarms or other sounding devices audible in the sleeping areas of the dwelling.		No related section	
907.2.22
[F] 907.2.22 Airport traffic control towers. An automatic fire detection system shall be provided in airport traffic control towers.	Airport Traffic Control Towers	Control towers require an automatic fire detection system.	11.3.3.4
11.3.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems.
Towers designed for occupancy by not more than three persons shall be exempt from requirements for detection, alarm, and communications systems.	Required as for occupancy unless <3 persons.

[No change needed 1/21/04.]	
907.2.23	Battery Rooms	Battery rooms containing lead-acid batteries with a capacity of more than 100 gallons require smoke detection system with remote alarm to supervising station or constantly attended location.		No related section	
907.3
[F] 907.3 Manual fire alarm boxes. Manual fire alarm boxes shall be installed in accordance with Sections 907.3.1 through 907.3.5.	Manual Fire Alarm Boxes	9.6.2.2
9.6.2.2 Manual fire alarm boxes shall be approved for the particular application and shall be used only for fireprotective signaling purposes. Combination fire alarm and
guard’s tour stations shall be acceptable.	Approved for purpose; may be combination guard's tour stations

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907.3.1
 [F] 907.3.1 Location. Manual fire alarm boxes shall be located not more than 5 feet (1524 mm) from the entrance to each exit. Additional manual fire alarm boxes shall be located so that travel distance to the nearest box does not exceed 200 feet (60 960 mm).
 Exception: Manual fire alarm boxes shall not be required in Group E occupancies where the building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system, the notification appliances will activate on sprinkler water flow and manual activation is provided from a normally occupied location.	Location	Manual fire alarm boxes must be located >5’ from the entrance to each exit and so that travel distance does not exceed 200’. Exception: Group E occupancies with automatic sprinklers that activate notification appliances and manual alarm is provided from an occupied location.	9.6.2.3
9.6.2.4
9.6.2.3 Amanual fire alarm box shall be provided in the natural exit access path near each required exit from an area, unless
modified by another section of this Code.
9.6.2.4* Additional manual fire alarm boxes shall be located so that, on any given floor in any part of the building, no horizontal distance on that floor exceeding 60 m(200 ft) shall
need to be traversed to reach a manual fire alarm box.	Manual fire alarm boxes must be installed in the natural exit path. Maximum 200’ travel distance on the same floor.

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907.3.2	Height	Mounting height of manual fire alarm boxes is from 42 to 48 inches from the floor, measured at the handle.		No related section Installation requirements covered in other NFPA Standards.	
907.3.3	Color	Manual fire alarm boxes are red. 		No related section	
907.3.4	Signs	WHEN ALARM SOUNDS - CALL FIRE DEPARTMENT signs are required adjacent to each box where the fire alarm system is not monitored by a supervising station. Exception: Where the box includes the information.		No related section	
907.3.5	Protective Covers	A clear or red protective cover may be required by the building official.		No related section	
907.4	Power Supply	Power supplies must meet NFPA 72. 	9.6.1.3	Same	
907.5
[F] 907.5Wiring. Wiring shall comply with the requirements of the ICC Electrical Code and NFPA 72 Chapter 27. Wireless protection systems utilizing radio-frequency transmitting devices shall
comply with the special requirements for supervision of low-power wireless systems in NFPA 72.
	Wiring	Wiring is required to meet NFPA 72 and the ICC Electrical Code. Wireless systems meet NFPA 72.	9.6.1.3
9.6.1.5	Wiring should be monitored for integrity per NFPA 72.

Note:  Revise 907.5 as noted.	
907.6	Activation	Alarm notification is activated by the automatic fire alarm system, sprinkler water-flow devices and manual fire alarm boxes.	9.6.2.1	Similar	
907.7
 [F] 907.7 Presignal system. Presignal systems shall not be installed unless approved by the building official and the fire department. Where a presignal system is installed, 24-hour personnel supervision shall be provided at a location approved by the fire department, in order that the alarm signal can be actuated in the event of fire or other emergency.	Presignal System	Pre-signal systems prohibited unless approved by building official and fire department, and where 24-hour supervision is provided.	9.6.3.3
9.6.3.3 Where permitted by Chapter 11 through Chapter 42, a presignal system shall be permitted where the initial fire alarm signal is automatically transmitted without delay to a municipal fire department, to a fire brigade (if provided), and to an on-site staff person trained to respond to a fire emergency.	Pre-signal system permitted per NFPA Chapters 11 - 42 and initial alarm is sent to an emergency forces.

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907.8
 [F] 907.8 Zones. Each floor shall be zoned separately and a zone shall not exceed 22,500 square feet (2090 m2). The length of any zone shall not exceed 300 feet (91 440 mm) in any direction. 
 Exception: Automatic sprinkler system zones shall not exceed the area permitted by NFPA 13.	Zones	Zones are limited to a floor 22,500 sq. ft. and 300’ in any direction. Exception made for automatic sprinkler zones that meet NFPA 13.	9.6.7.4.
9.6.7.4 If a floor area exceeds 2090 m2 (22,500 ft2), additional fire alarm zoning shall be provided, and the length of any single fire alarm zone shall not exceed 91m(300 ft) in any
direction, except as provided in 9.6.7.4.1 through 9.6.7.4.4 or otherwise modified by another section of this Code.	Maximum area of zone 22,500 sq. ft. and 300’ maximum dimension unless sprinklers dictate otherwise.

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907.8.1
[F] 907.8.1 Zoning indicator panel. A zoning indicator panel and the associated controls shall be provided in an approved location. The visual zone indication shall lock in until the system is reset and shall not be canceled by the operation of an audible	Zoning Indicator Panel	Zone indicator panel required at an approved location.	9.6.7.1
9.6.7.1 Where alarm annunciation is required by another section of this Code, it shall comply  with 9.6.7.2 through 9.6.7.7.	Zone indicator panel required where needed in other sections.

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907.8.2	High-Rise Buildings	High-rise buildings require separate zones by floor to indicate smoke detectors, sprinkler water-flow devices, manual fire alarm boxes and other fire detection devices or suppression systems.		No related section	
907.9	Alarm Notification Appliances	Notification appliances are required and listed for their intended purpose.	9.6.3.1	Requires notification to alert occupants to a fire.	
907.9.1
[F] 907.9.1 Visible alarms. Visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in accordance with Sections 907.9.1.1 through 907.9.1.3.
 Exceptions: 
 1.  Visible alarm notification appliances are not required in alterations, except where an existing fire alarm system is upgraded or replaced, or a new fire alarm system is installed.
 2.  Visible alarm notification appliances shall not be required in exits as defined in Section 1002.1.	Visible Alarms	See Sections 907.9.1.1 through 907.9.1.3. Exceptions: 1) Alternatives except where an existing fire alarm system is upgraded or replaced; 2) Exits. See Section 1002.1.	9.6.3.5
9.6.3.5 Unless otherwise provided in 9.6.3.5.1 through 9.6.3.5.6, notification signals for occupants to evacuate shall be audible and visible signals in accordance with NFPA 72®,
National Fire Alarm Code®, and ICC/ANSI A117.1, American National Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, or other means of notification acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction shall be provided.	Visible alarms to meet NFPA 72 and ANSI A117.1.

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907.9.1.1	Public and Common Areas	Public and common areas require visible alarm notification appliances.		No related section	
907.9.1.2	Employee Work Areas.	Where employee work areas have audible alarms, the wiring systems must be designed so that visible alarm notification appliances can be integrated into the alarm system.		No related section	
907.9.1.3	Groups I-1 and R-1	Sleeping areas require visible alarm notification appliances per Table 907.9.1.3 activated by the in room smoke alarm and building fire alarm system.		No related section	
Table
907.9.1.3	Visible and Audible Alarms	The number of sleeping accommodations that require visible and audible alarms is determined by the total number of sleeping accommodations as listed in this Table.		No related section	
907.9.1.4	Group R-2	Dwelling units required to have a fire alarm system by Section 907 must have the capability for visible alarm notification appliances per ICC/ANSI A117.1.		No related section	
907.9.2
[F] 907.9.2 Audible alarms. Audible alarm notification appliances shall be provided and shall sound a distinctive sound that is not to be used for any purpose other than that of a fire alarm. The audible alarm notification appliances shall provide a sound pressure level of 15 decibels (dBA) above the average ambient sound level or 5 dBA above the maximum sound level having a duration of at least 60 seconds, whichever is greater, in every occupied space within the building. The minimum sound pressure levels shall be: 70 dBA in occupancies in Groups R and I-1; 90 dBA in mechanical equipment rooms and 60 dBA in other occupancies. The maximum sound pressure level for audible alarm notification appliances shall be 120 dBA at the minimum hearing distance from the audible appliance. Where the average ambient noise is greater than 105 dBA, visible alarm notification appliances shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 72 and audible alarm notification appliances shall not be required.
 Exception: Visible alarm notification appliances shall be allowed in lieu of audible alarm notification appliances in critical-care areas of Group I-2 occupancies.	Audible Alarms	A distinctive sound, not used for any other purpose required as the fire alarm notification. Appliances must produce a sound pressure level of 15 decibels (dBA) above the average ambient level or 5 dBA above the maximum sound level for at least 60 seconds, whichever is greater. Group R and Group I-1 occupancies and mechanical equipment rooms require higher levels. Limits to sound pressure level exist. In high noises areas where the ambient is greater than 105 dBA, visible alarm notification appliances are installed to meet NFPA 72 in lieu of audible alarms. Exception: Group I-2 critical care areas may use visible notification in lieu of audible notification.	9.6.3.7
9.6.3.7 Audible alarm notification appliances shall be of such character and so distributed as to be effectively heard above the average ambient sound level that exists under normal conditions of occupancy.	Sound must be audible above normal ambient sound levels.

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907.10	Fire Safety Functions	Automatic fire detectors that activate fire safety functions are required to be located in accordance with NFPA 72. The detectors are connected to the building's fire alarm system where a system is required by Section 907.2. Where the building is not required to have a fire alarm system, detectors are powered by normal electrical service and perform intended functions.	9.6.5	Emergency control functions must meet requirements of NFPA 72 for Protected Premises Fire Safety Functions.	
907.11	Duct Smoke Detectors	Duct smoke detection must initiate a supervisory signal at a constantly attended location or be connected to the building's fire alarm system. Duct smoke detection may not be a substitute for open area detection. Supervisory signal permitted at constantly attended location where duct detectors cause fire alarm notification appliances to sound, a trouble signal is required at an approved location.		No related section	
907.12	Access	Access for inspection, maintenance, and testing is required.		No related section	
907.13	Fire-Extinguishing Systems	Fire-extinguishing systems must be connected to the building fire alarm system.	9.7.2.1	Where required by occupancy chapters.	
907.14	Monitoring	A supervising station that meets requirements of NFPA 72 must monitor fire alarm systems where required by this chapter. Exceptions made for single- and multiple-station smoke alarms required by Section 907.2.10, smoke detectors in Group I-3 occupancies, and one and two family dwellings with automatic sprinkler systems.	9.6.4	Where required by occupancy chapters.	
907.15	Automatic Telephone-Dialing Devices	Telephone numbers to which automatic dialing devices transmit an emergency alarm must be approved by fire chief.		No related section	
907.16	Acceptance Tests	Acceptance testing requirements of NFPA 72 apply to all fire alarm and related power circuits and devices and appliances after installation.	9.6.1.3	Tested in accordance with NFPA 72.	
907.17	Record of Completion	Must meet NFPA 72 requirements. 		No related section	
907.18	Instructions	Record drawings, operation, testing, and maintenance manuals must be provided.		No related section	
907.19
 [F] 907.19 Inspection, testing and maintenance. The maintenance
and testing schedules and procedures for fire alarm and fire detection systems shall be in accordance with the International Florida Fire Prevention  Code.
	Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance	IFC maintenance and testing schedules must be followed for fire alarm detection systems.	9.6.1.6	Testing and maintenance program required per NFPA 70 & NFPA 72.

Note:  Revise 907.19 as noted.	
908	Emergency Alarm Systems		No related section	
908.1	Group H Occupancies	Group H must have alarms to indicate detection and notification of an emergency condition.		No related section	
908.2	Group H-5 Occupancy	HPM facilities must have alarms for notification of an emergency condition as required in Section 415.9.4.6 and a continuous gas detection system that meets Section 415.9.7.		No related section	
908.3	Highly Toxic and Toxic Materials	Areas for storage and use of toxic gases require a detection system to detect at or below the permissible exposure limit. Must be capable of monitoring discharge at or below one-half of the IDLH limit. Exception made when physiological warning properties are below the accepted permissible exposure limit.		No related section	
908.3.1	Alarms	Visible and audible alarms must be located inside and outside the area and at a constantly attended control station. Signal to an attended station is not required when the highly toxic or toxic gas is stored in only one cylinder.		No related section	
908.3.2	Shut Off of Gas Supply	System must close the shutoff valve at the source piping related to gas detected. Shutdown not required for production reactors where the reactors are operated at a pressure less than 15 psig, are constantly attended, or provided with readily accessible shutoff valves. 		No related section	
908.3.3	Valve Closure	Automatic closure is required under certain described conditions.		No related section	
908.4	Ozone Gas-Generator Rooms	Ozone gas-generator rooms require gas detection system to shut off generator and sound a local alarm when concentrations are above the permissible exposure limit.		No related section	
908.5	Repair Garages	Repair garages for vehicles fueled by non-odorized gases require a flammable-gas detection system. See Section 406.6.6.		No related section	
908.6	Refrigerant Detector	The IFC requires refrigerant detectors in machinery rooms in which certain conditions exist to produce an audible and visible alarm. Exception made for ammonia system machinery rooms with vapor detection in accordance with the IFC.		No related section	
909	Smoke Control Systems		No related section	
909.1	Scope and Purpose	Applies to mechanical or passive smoke control systems required elsewhere in the code. Must provide minimum requirements of smoke control systems to provide a tenable environment for evacuation or relocation, except property protection, salvage or restoration, assistance in fire suppression, in lieu of smoke and heat venting, or in lieu of exhaust systems required by IMC.	9.3.1	Applies where required by other sections.	
909.2
 909.2 General design requirements. Buildings, structures or parts thereof required by this code to have a smoke control system or systems shall have such systems designed in accordance with the applicable requirements of Section 909 and the generally accepted and well-established principles of engineering relevant to the design. The construction documents shall include sufficient information and detail to adequately describe the elements of the design necessary for the proper implementation of the smoke control systems. These documents shall be accompanied by sufficient information and analysis to demonstrate compliance with these provisions.	General Design Requirements	Smoke control design must be in accordance with Section 909 and engineering principles.  Construction documents must describe system for proper implementation and must be accompanied by sufficient information and analysis to demonstrate compliance.	9.3
9.3 Smoke Control.	Engineer of record to develop the intent of the system, design, inspection,  testing & maintenance criteria using nationally recognized standards, e.g. NFPA 92A & 92B.

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909.3	Special Inspection and Test Requirements	Must undergo special inspection and tests to verify proper commissioning. Design must describe test procedures and methods. Testing must follow accepted practice and comply with Section 1704.	9.3.3	Special inspectors per Section 9.8 must perform the acceptance testing.	
909.4	Analysis	Rational analysis supporting design, including type of systems, method of operation, supporting systems, and construction methods must be developed.	9.3.2	Engineer of record to develop the intent of the system, design the system, and develop inspection, testing & maintenance criteria using nationally recognized standards, e.g. NFPA 92A & 92B.	
909.4.1	Stack Effect	Maximum probable normal or reverse stack effect must not interfere with system. Altitude, elevation, weather history, and indoor temperatures must be considered.		No related section	
909.4.2	Temperature Effects of Fire	Buoyancy and expansion must be analyzed, so that they do not interfere with the system.		No related section	
909.4.3	Wind Effect	Wind effects consistent with provisions of Chapter 16 must be considered.		No related section	
909.4.4	HVAC Systems	HVAC system effects on fire and smoke transport must be considered, including permutations of system status and effects of fire on the system.		No related section	
909.4.5	Climate	Low temperature, snow, or ice blockage must be considered.		No related section	
909.4.6	Duration of Operation	Passive or active systems must be capable of continuous operation for at least 20 minutes after fire detection.		No related section	
909.5	Smoke Barrier Construction	Must comply with Section 709. Leakage areas are limited. Maximum allowable leakage provided, exclusive of doors and windows.		No related section	
909.5.1	Leakage Area	Leakage area is based on allowable leakage ratio times gross area of barrier, plus openings for doors, etc. Compliance verified by determining pressure difference in smoke mode. Testing of passive using other means must be approved by building official.		No related section	
909.5.2	Opening Protection	Openings must be protected by automatic closing devices actuated by controls for mechanical smoke control. Door openings must be protected by 20- minute doors. Exceptions: 1) Openings in passive boundaries may be operated by spot-type smoke detectors; 2) Fixed openings protected by airflow method; 3) In I-2, cross corridor doors that are opposite swinging, tight fitting doors need not have latching devices; 4) Group I-3; 5) If smoke zones have ceiling heights of 14’ or more, and smoke will not bank down to top of openings within 20 minutes.		No related section	
909.5.2.1	Ducts and Air Transfer Openings	Required to be protected by Class II, 250°F smoke dampers.		No related section	
909.6	Pressurization Method	Primary mechanical means is by pressure difference across smoke barriers. Tenable environment within smoke zone of origin not required to be maintained.		No related section	
909.6.1	Minimum Pressure Difference	In sprinklered buildings, pressure difference across smoke barrier is >0.05-inch water gage. If not fully sprinklered, pressure difference must be at least two times maximum calculated pressure produced by design fire.		No related section	
909.6.2	Maximum Pressure Difference	Maximum pressure to be determined by door opening forces. Equation 9-1 for calculating door force.		No related section	
909.7	Airflow Design Method	Use of the airflow method for fixed openings is permitted when approved by building official.  Airflow direction must limit smoke migration from fire zone. Geometry to be considered in design.		No related section	
909.7.1	Velocity	Minimum velocity to be determined by Equation 9-2. 		No related section	
909.7.2	Prohibited Conditions	Not permitted where quantity of airflow or velocity will impact other smoke control systems, exiting, or fire or plume. Airflow must be <200 fpm, or method cannot be used.		No related section	
909.8
 909.8 Exhaust method. When approved by the building official, mechanical smoke control for large enclosed volumes, such as in atriums or malls, shall be permitted to utilize the exhaust method. The design exhaust volumes shall be in accordance with this section.	Exhaust Method	Approach permitted for large enclosed volumes when approved by building official.	8.6.7
8.6.7* Atriums. Unless prohibited by Chapter 12 through Chapter 42, an atrium shall be permitted, provided that the following conditions are met:
(1) The atrium is separated from the adjacent spaces by fire barriers with not less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating with opening protectives for corridor walls, unless one of the following is met:
(a) The requirement of 8.6.7(1) shall not apply to existing, previously approved atriums.
(b) Any number of levels of the building shall be permitted to open directly to the atrium without enclosure based on the results of the engineering analysis required in 8.6.7(5).
(c)*Glass walls and inoperable windows shall be permitted in lieu of the fire barriers where all the following are met:
i. Automatic sprinklers are spaced along both
sides of the glass wall and the inoperable window at intervals not to exceed 1830mm(72 in.).
ii. The automatic sprinklers specified in 8.6.7(1)(c)I are located at a distance from the glass wall not to exceed 305 mm (12 in.) and arranged so that the entire surface of the glass is wet upon operation of the sprinklers.
iii. The glass wall is of tempered, wired, or laminated glass held in place by a gasket system that allows the glass framing system to deflect without breaking (loading) the glass before the
sprinklers operate.
iv. The automatic sprinklers required by 8.6.7(1)(c)I are not required on the atrium side of the glass wall and the inoperable windows where there is no walkway or other floor area on the atrium side above the main floor level.
v. Doors in the glass walls shall be glass or other material that resists the passage of smoke.
vi. Doors in the glass walls shall be self-closing or automatic-closing upon detection of smoke.
(2) Access to exits is permitted to be within the atrium, and exit discharge in accordance with 7.7.2 is permitted to be within the atrium.
(3) The occupancy within the atrium meets the specifications for classification as low or ordinary hazard contents. (See 6.2.2.)
(4) The entire building is protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7.
(5)*For other than existing, previously approved atriums, an engineering analysis is performed that demonstrates that the building is designed to keep the smoke layer interface above the highest unprotected opening to adjoining
spaces, or 1830 mm (72 in.) above the highest floor level of exit access open to the atrium, for a period equal to 1.5 times the calculated egress time or 20 minutes, whichever is greater.
 (6)*In other than existing, previously approved atriums, where an engineered smoke control system is installed to meet the requirements of 8.6.7(5), the system is independently
activated by each of the following:
(a) The required automatic sprinkler system
(b) Manual controls that are readily accessible to the fire department	Areas may be open to atrium if engineering analysis shows smoke layer maintained 6’ above highest floor level of exit access open to the atrium or above the highest unprotected opening to adjoining spaces, for a period of 1.5 times egress time or 20 minutes, whichever is greater.

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909.8.1	Exhaust Rate	Height of bottom of smoke layer must be 10’ above any walking surface. Must be largest of calculated plume mass flow for possible plume configurations. Natural or mechanical make-up supply required at flow rates measured at fire location of <200 fpm. Temperature of make-up air cannot impact fire protection systems.		No related section	
909.8.2	Axisymmetric Plumes	Based on design at fire center or axis of space being analyzed. Formulas for flame height and related mass flow rates provided. Mass flow rate based on fire size and height to smoke layer.		No related section	
909.8.3	Balcony Spill Plumes	Based on geometrically-probable widths from architectural elements. Formula for mass flow rate based on width, fire size, height of balcony, and height to smoke layer above balcony.		No related section	
909.8.4	Window Plumes	Formula for window plume mass flow rate based on area and height of openings and height from opening to smoke layer.		No related section	
909.8.5	Plume Contact with Walls	Plume may be reduced when contact with walls is based on reduced entrainment. Formula based on  plume diameter, ambient and plume temperature, fire size and height.		No related section	
909.9	Design Fire	Based on >5,000 Btu/second unless rational analysis performed.		No related section	
909.9.1	Factors Considered	Analysis must include fuel characteristics, fuel load, effects of fire, and steady vs. unsteady state of the fire.		No related section	
909.9.2	Separation Distance	Formula provided for separation of fuel packages in determining design fire. Based on heat flux required for ignition and fire size of base fire.		No related section	
909.9.3	Heat Release Assumptions	Must be based on data from approved sources and not based on limitations or combustibles.		No related section	
909.9.4	Sprinkler Effectiveness Assumptions	If fire growth halted at time of sprinkler activation, engineering analysis must be provided.		No related section	
909.10	Equipment	Equipment must be suitable for intended use and probable exposure temperatures.		No related section	
909.10.1	Exhaust Fans	Components of exhaust fans must be certified by manufacturer for probable temperatures. Formula is provided for calculation of temperature based on fire size, exhaust rate, and specific heat of smoke.  Temperature may be reduced if there is adequate dilution air.		No related section	
909.10.2	Ducts	Ducts and joints must withstand probable temperatures and pressures. Ducts to be leak tested at 1.5 times maximum design pressure for less than 5% of design flow leakage. Ducts must be supported by non-combustible supports from rated structural elements, except for flexible connections meeting IMC and constructed of approved fire-resistance rated materials.		No related section	
909.10.3	Equipment, Inlets and Outlets	Equipment must be located to avoid exposure to rest of building. Outside air inlets located to prevent introduction of flame or smoke into building.  Exhaust outlets to be located to minimize reintroduction of smoke.		No related section	
909.10.4	Automatic Dampers	Automatic dampers must be listed and conform to recognized standards.		No related section	
909.10.5	Fans	Belt-driven fans must have 1.5 times number of belts required, with a minimum of two.  Fans selected for appropriate temperature.  Calculations and fan curves part of documentation.  Motor drive fans must be within their nameplate horsepower and have minimum service factor of 1.15.		No related section	
909.11	Power Systems	Two sources of power required. Secondary power must be from approved standby source. Standby source and transfer switches must be in separate room, with 1-hour enclosure and vented from exterior. Power must be by independent routes.  Transfer within 60 seconds.		No related section	
909.11.1	Power Sources and Power Surges	If portions of system rely on volatile memory, must be supplied by 15 minute UPS system. If susceptible to power surges, must be protected. No related section		No related section	
909.12
909.12 Detection and control systems. Fire detection systems providing control input or output signals to mechanical smoke control systems or elements thereof shall comply with the requirements of Section 907. Such systems shall be equipped with a control unit complying with UL 864 and listed as smoke control equipment.
Control systems for mechanical smoke control systems shall include provisions for verification. Verification shall include positive confirmation of actuation, testing, manual override, the presence of power downstream of all disconnects and, through a preprogrammed weekly test sequence report, abnormal conditions audibly, visually and by printed report.	Detection and Control Systems	Fire detection systems affecting smoke control systems must meet Chapter 9 and NFPA 72. Must be listed as smoke control equipment and meet UL 864. Control systems require positive verification.	8.6.7
8.6.7* Atriums. Unless prohibited by Chapter 12 through Chapter 42, an atrium shall be permitted, provided that the following conditions are met:
(1) The atrium is separated from the adjacent spaces by fire barriers with not less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating with opening protectives for corridor walls, unless one of the following is met:
(a) The requirement of 8.6.7(1) shall not apply to existing, previously approved atriums.
(b) Any number of levels of the building shall be permitted to open directly to the atrium without enclosure based on the results of the engineering analysis required in 8.6.7(5).
(c)*Glass walls and inoperable windows shall be permitted in lieu of the fire barriers where all the following are met:
i. Automatic sprinklers are spaced along both
sides of the glass wall and the inoperable window at intervals not to exceed 1830mm(72 in.).
ii. The automatic sprinklers specified in 8.6.7(1)(c)I are located at a distance from the glass wall not to exceed 305 mm (12 in.) and arranged so that the entire surface of the glass is wet upon operation of the sprinklers.
iii. The glass wall is of tempered, wired, or laminated glass held in place by a gasket system that allows the glass framing system to deflect without breaking (loading) the glass before the
sprinklers operate.
iv. The automatic sprinklers required by 8.6.7(1)(c)I are not required on the atrium side of the glass wall and the inoperable windows where there is no walkway or other floor area on the atrium side above the main floor level.
v. Doors in the glass walls shall be glass or other material that resists the passage of smoke.
vi. Doors in the glass walls shall be self-closing or automatic-closing upon detection of smoke.
(2) Access to exits is permitted to be within the atrium, and exit discharge in accordance with 7.7.2 is permitted to be within the atrium.
(3) The occupancy within the atrium meets the specifications for classification as low or ordinary hazard contents. (See 6.2.2.)
(4) The entire building is protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7.
(5)*For other than existing, previously approved atriums, an engineering analysis is performed that demonstrates that the building is designed to keep the smoke layer interface above the highest unprotected opening to adjoining
spaces, or 1830 mm (72 in.) above the highest floor level of exit access open to the atrium, for a period equal to 1.5 times the calculated egress time or 20 minutes, whichever is greater.
 (6)*In other than existing, previously approved atriums, where an engineered smoke control system is installed to meet the requirements of 8.6.7(5), the system is independently
activated by each of the following:
(a) The required automatic sprinkler system
(b) Manual controls that are readily accessible to the fire department	In atriums, smoke control must be activated by sprinkler system and manual controls accessible to fire department.

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909.12.1	Wiring	All wiring must be enclosed within continuous raceways.		No related section	
909.12.2	Activation.	Smoke control systems must be activated per this section.		No related section	
909.12.2.1	Pressurization, Airflow, or Exhaust Method	Automatic control required. 		No related section	
909.12.2.2	Passive Method	Approved spot-type detectors must be listed for release service permitted.		No related section	
909.12.3	Automatic Control	Where automatic control required, must be activated by zoned sprinkler system or zoned total coverage smoke detection system.		Similar requirement for atriums.	
909.13	Control Air Tubing	Must be of sufficient size to meet response times.  Tubing must be flushed and dried before connection, adequately supported, and sleeved when passing through concrete.		No related section	
909.13.1	Materials	Control air tubing must be copper meeting specific requirements. Non-metallic tubing may be used in certain circumstances.		No related section	
909.13.2	Isolation From Other Functions.	Control tubing serving other than smoke control functions must be isolated by automatic isolation valves or be an independent system.		No related section	
909.13.3	Testing	Testing must be at three times operating pressure for at least 30 minutes without loss in gage pressure prior to connection.		No related section	
909.14	Marking and Identification	Detection and control systems must be clearly marked at all junctions, accesses, and terminations.		No related section	
909.15	Control Diagrams	Diagrams showing location and function of all devices maintained with building department, fire department, and in fire command center.		No related section	
909.16	Fire Fighters Smoke Control Panel	Provided for response purposes only. Includes manual control or override of automatic control for mechanical smoke control systems. Located in fire command center.		No related section	
909.16.1	Smoke Control Systems	Fans must be shown on fire fighters control panel with indication of airflow direction and relationship of components. Status indicators required for all equipment by fan and zone, with pilot lamp type indicators.		No related section	
909.16.2	Smoke Control Panel	Panel must have control over the complete smoke control system: On-Auto-Off for fans and equipment that are also controlled by other systems; On-Auto-Close for dampers that are also controlled by other systems; and On-Off or Open-Close for dedicated equipment. Complex systems may have other approaches such as zoning or plain English commands.		No related section	
909.16.3	Control Action and Priorities	Fire fighters control panel overrides all other signals unless in auto mode.		No related section	
909.17	System Response Time	Activation required after receipt of command.  Activate in sequence to avoid damage. Total response time must allow for full operation prior to design smoke condition being reached. System response times must be detailed in design and confirmed in final report.		No related section	
909.18	Acceptance Testing	All devices must be individually tested for function, sequence, and capacity.	9.3	Must be tested by the special inspector.	
909.18.1	Detection Devices	Detectors must be tested in accordance with Chapter 9. Must include verification of minimum and maximum airflow, where applicable.		No related section	
909.18.2	Ducts	Ducts must be traversed to determine actual air quantities.		No related section	
909.18.3	Dampers	Dampers must be tested for function. 		No related section	
909.18.4	Inlets and Outlets	Air quantities from inlets and outlets must be confirmed.		No related section	
909.18.5	Fans	Fans must be checked for rotation, voltage, amperage, rpm's, and belt tension.		No related section	
909.18.6	Smoke Barriers	Pressure differences across barriers must be measured in each possible smoke control condition.		No related section	
909.18.7	Controls	Automatic operation of smoke zones must be by one device. All other devices must be verified to cause same sequence. Must include fire panel and standby power tests.		No related section	
909.18.8
	Special Inspections for Smoke Control	Smoke control systems must be tested by special inspector.	9.3.3	Similar	
909.18.8.1	Scope of Testing	Testing of ductwork must be done prior to concealment. Pressure difference testing, flow measurements, and detection and control verification required prior to occupancy.		No related section	
909.18.8.2
 [F] 909.18.8.2 Qualifications. Special inspection agencies for smoke control shall have expertise in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering and certification as air balancers.	Qualifications	Special inspectors must have expertise in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, and certification as air balancers.	3.3.206
3.3.206 Special Inspection. Services provided by a qualified person, retained by the owner and approved by the authority having jurisdiction, who observes the installation and witnesses
the pretesting and operation of the system or systems.	Special inspector must be qualified and approved.	
909.18.8.3
[F] 909.18.8.3 Reports. A complete report of testing shall be prepared by the special inspector or special inspection agency. The report shall include identification of all devices by manufacturer, nameplate data, design values, measured values and identification tag or mark. The report shall be reviewed by the responsible registered design professional and, when satisfied that the design intent has been achieved, the responsible registered design professional shall seal, sign and date the report.	Reports.	A test report prepared by the special inspector or special inspection agency must include identification of all devices by manufacturer, nameplate data, design values, measured values and identification tag or mark and signed and sealed by the responsible registered design professional.	9.8.3
9.8.3 The special inspector shall submit an inspection and test report to the authority having jurisdiction and registered design professional in responsible charge.	Special inspector must prepare a test report.

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909.18.8.3.1
[F] 909.18.8.3.1 Report filing. A copy of the final report shall be filed with the building official and an identical copy shall be maintained in an approved location at the building.	Reports Filing	Report must be filed with building official, with copy on site.	9.8.3
9.8.3 The special inspector shall submit an inspection and test report to the authority having jurisdiction and registered design professional in responsible charge.	Special inspector must submit report to the AHJ and registered design professional.

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909.18.9	Identification and Documentation	Charts, drawings, and documentation identifying location, function, and maintenance requirements must be maintained at building. Devices require tag or mark identifying them and the date last tested.		No related section	
909.19	System Acceptance	No certificate of occupancy will be issued until building official determines this section has been met and fire department receives system training.  In phased construction, TCO can be issued provided no hazard from unfinished areas.  		No related section	
909.20
 909.20 Smokeproof enclosures. Where required by Section 1019.1.8, a smokeproof enclosure shall be constructed in accordance with this section. A smokeproof enclosure shall consist of an enclosed interior exit stairway that conforms to Section 1019.1 and an outside balcony or ventilated vestibule meeting the requirements of this section. Where access to the roof is required by the International Fire Code, such access shall be from the smokeproof enclosure where a smokeproof enclosure is required.	Smokeproof Enclosures	Enclosures must be provided where required by Section 1019.1.8. Consists of enclosed interior stairway and outside balcony or ventilated vestibule. If access to roof required by IFC, access is from smokeproof enclosure. 	7.2.3.1
7.2.3.1 General. Where smokeproof enclosures are required in other sections of this Code, they shall comply with 7.2.3, unless they are approved, existing smokeproof enclosures.	Where required by other sections of the code, must meet this section.

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909.20.1
 909.20.1 Access. Access to the stair shall be by way of a vestibule or an open exterior balcony. The minimum dimension of the vestibule shall not be less than the required width of the corridor leading to the vestibule but shall not have a width of less than 44 inches (1118 mm) and shall not have a length of less than 72 inches (1829 mm) in the direction of egress travel.	Access	Access to stair must be via vestibule or open exterior balcony. Width to match corridor width and greater than 44 inches. Length must be at least 72 inches in direction of egress travel.	7.2.3.2
7.2.3.2 Performance Design. An appropriate design method shall be used to provide a system that meets the definition of smokeproof enclosure. The smokeproof enclosure shall be
permitted to be created by using natural ventilation, by using mechanical ventilation incorporating a vestibule, or by pressurizing
the stair enclosure.	May incorporate natural ventilation, mechanical ventilation with vestibule, or pressurized stair. Same dimensions.

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909.20.2
 909.20.2 Construction. The smokeproof enclosure shall be separated from the remainder of the building by not less than a 2-hour fire-resistance-rated fire barrier without openings other than the required means of egress doors. The vestibule shall be separated from the stairway by not less than a 2-hour fire-resistance-rated fire barrier. The open exterior balcony shall be constructed in accordance with the fire-resistance-rating requirements for floor construction.  The doorway into the vestibule shall be protected with an approved fire door
assembly having a 11.2-hour fire protection rating.	Construction	Smoke-proof enclosure must be separated by 2-hour construction with no openings other than egress doors. Vestibule separated from stair by 2-hour construction.	7.2.3.3
7.2.3.4
7.2.3.3 Enclosure. A smokeproof enclosure shall be enclosed from the highest point to the lowest point by barriers having 2-hour fire resistance ratings. Where a vestibule is used, it shall be within the 2-hour-rated enclosure and shall be considered part of the smokeproof enclosure.
7.2.3.4 Vestibule. Where a vestibule is provided, the doorway into the vestibule shall be protected with an approved fire door
assembly having a 11.2-hour fire protection rating, and the fire door assembly from the vestibule to the smokeproof enclosure
shall have not less than a 20-minute fire protection rating. Doors shall be designed to minimize air leakage and shall be self-closing
or shall be automatic-closing by actuation of a smoke detector within 3050 mm (120 in.) of the vestibule door.	Enclosed from top to bottom by 2- hour construction. Vestibule part of 2-hour enclosure. Doors from occupied space to vestibule to be 1-1/2-hours; from vestibule to stair: 20 minutes.

Note:  Revise 909.20.2 as noted.

909.20.2.1	Door Closers	Door must be self- or automatic-closing from detector at floor side entrance, which closes doors at all levels. 	7.2.3.4	Similar; must be constructed to minimize leakage.	
909.20.3
 909.20.3 Natural ventilation alternative. The provisions of Sections 909.20.3.1 through 909.20.3.3 shall apply to ventilation of smokeproof enclosures by natural means.	Natural Ventilation Alternative	Natural ventilation permitted under certain conditions. 	7.2.3.7
7.2.3.7 Natural Ventilation. Smokeproof enclosures using natural ventilation shall comply with 7.2.3.3 and the following:
(1) Where access to the stair is by means of an open exterior balcony, the door assembly to the stair shall have a 11.2-hour fire protection rating and shall be self-closing or shall be
automatic-closing by actuation of a smoke detector.
(2) Openings adjacent to the exterior balcony specified in 7.2.3.7(1) shall be protected in accordance with 7.2.2.6.4.
 (3) Every vestibule shall have a net area of not less than 1.5 m2(16 ft2) of opening in an exterior wall facing an exterior court, yard, or public space not less than 6100 mm (240 in.) in width.
(4) Every vestibule shall have a minimum dimension of not less than the required width of the corridor leading to it and a dimension of not less than 1830 mm (72 in.) in the direction of travel.	Applies to natural ventilation. Enclosure to meet 2-hour requirement of NFPA 7.2.3.3.

No change needed.	
909.20.3.1
 909.20.3.1 Balcony doors. Where access to the stairway is by way of an open exterior balcony, the door assembly into the enclosure shall be a fire door in accordance with Section 715.3.	Balcony Doors	If access to stairway is from open exterior balcony, door must be 1-1/2-hour rated.	7.2.3.7(1)
(1) Where access to the stair is by means of an open exterior balcony, the door assembly to the stair shall have a 11.2-hour fire protection rating and shall be self-closing or shall be
automatic-closing by actuation of a smoke detector.	If access from open exterior balcony, must be one and a half hour rated and self or automatic closing. Nearby openings protected.

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909.20.3.2	Vestibule Doors	If access to stairway is via vestibule, door to vestibule must be 1-1/2-hour rated, and door from vestibule to stair must be 20-minute rated.	7.2.3.4	Same	
909.20.3.3	Vestibule Ventilation	Vestibule must have >16 sq. ft. of opening in a wall facing open area >20’ wide.	7.2.3.7(3)	Same	
909.20.4
909.20.4 Mechanical ventilation alternative. The provisions of Sections 909.20.4.1 through 909.20.4.4 shall apply to ventilation of smokeproof enclosures by mechanical means.	Mechanical Ventilation Alternative	Mechanical ventilation must meet the following provisions.	7.2.3.8
7.2.3.8 Mechanical Ventilation. Smokeproof enclosures using mechanical ventilation shall comply with 7.2.3.3 and the requirements
of 7.2.3.8(A) through 7.2.3.8(D).
(A) Vestibules shall have a dimension of not less than 1120 mm (44 in.) in width and not less than 1830 mm (72 in.) in direction of travel.
(B) The vestibule shall be provided with not less than one air change per minute, and the exhaust shall be 150 percent of the supply. Supply air shall enter and exhaust air shall discharge from
the vestibule through separate tightly constructed ducts used only for such purposes. Supply air shall enter the vestibule within
150 mm (6 in.) of the floor level. The top of the exhaust register shall be located not more than 150 mm (6 in.) below the top of the trap and shall be entirely within the smoke trap area. Doors, when in the open position, shall not obstruct duct openings. Controlling dampers shall be permitted in duct openings if
needed to meet the design requirements.
(C) To serve as a smoke and heat trap and to provide an upward-moving air column, the vestibule ceiling shall be not less than 510 mm (20 in.) higher than the door opening into
the vestibule. The height shall be permitted to be decreased where justified by engineering design and field testing.
(D) The stair shall be provided with a dampered relief opening at the top and supplied mechanically with sufficient air to
discharge at least 70.8 m3/min (2500 ft3/min) through the relief opening while maintaining a positive pressure of not less than 25 N/m2 (0.10 in. water column) in the stair, relative to the vestibule with all doors closed.	Applies to mechanical ventilation for vestibules.

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909.20.4.1	Vestibule Doors	Door from building to vestibule to be 1-1/2-hour rated and provided with gaskets. Door from vestibule to stairway must have 20 minute rating.	7.2.3.4	Same	
909.20.4.2	Vestibule Ventilation	At least one air change required per minute supply, and 150% exhaust over supply. Supply and exhaust through separate dedicated ducts. Supply air six inches from floor level. Exhaust air vents within six inches from top of trap. Doors cannot obstruct duct openings. Dampers not required unless needed for control.	7.2.3.8(2)	Same	
909.20.4.2.1	Engineered Ventilation System	If engineered system used, minimum of 90 air changes required per hour exhaust from vestibule and sized for three vestibules simultaneously.  Smoke detectors located on floor side and activate system for the vestibule.		No related section	
909.20.4.3
 909.20.4.3 Smoke trap. The vestibule ceiling shall be at least 20 inches (508 mm) higher than the door opening into the vestibule to serve as a smoke and heat trap and to provide an upward-moving air column. The height shall not be decreased unless approved and justified by design and test.	Smoke Trap	Vestibule ceiling must be > 20 inches higher than door opening.  	7.2.3.8(3)
	Similar; height may be reduced if justified by engineering design and testing.	
909.20.4.4	Stair Shaft Air Movement System	Stair shaft must be provided with damper relief opening and pressurized to 0.10-inch water gage relative to vestibule with all doors closed.	7.2.3.8(4)	Similar; specified flow of 2,500 cfm through damper.	
909.20.5
 909.20.5 Stair pressurization alternative. Where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, the vestibule is not required, provided that interior exit stairways are pressurized to a minimum of 0.15 inch of water (37 Pa) and a maximum of 0.35 inch of water (87 Pa) in the shaft relative to the building measured with all stairway doors closed under maximum anticipated stack pressures.	Stair Pressurization Alternative	If building fully sprinklered, vestibule not required if stair pressurized is between 0.15-inch and 0.35-inch with all doors closed under maximum expected stack effect. 	7.2.3.9.1
7.2.3.9.1* Smokeproof enclosures using stair pressurization shall use an approved engineered system with a design pressure difference across the barrier of not less than 12.5 N/m2 (0.05 in. water column) in sprinklered buildings, or 25 N/m2 (0.10 in. water column) in nonsprinklered buildings, and shall be capable of maintaining these pressure differences under likely conditions of stack effect or wind. The pressure difference across doors shall not exceed that which allows the door to begin to be opened by a force of 133 N (30 lbf) in accordance with 7.2.1.4.5.	Design pressure of 0.05 inches in sprinklered buildings and 0.10 inches in non-sprinklered buildings. Capable of maintaining under likely stack effect or wind conditions. Pressure difference across door must allow door to begin to be opened upon force of 30 pounds.

No change is needed.	
909.20.6
 909.20.6 Ventilating equipment. The activation of ventilating equipment required by the alternatives in Sections 909.20.4 and 909.20.5 shall be by smoke detectors installed at each floor level at an approved location at the entrance to the smokeproof enclosure. When the closing device for the stair shaft and vestibule doors is activated by smoke detection or power failure, the mechanical equipment shall activate and operate at the required performance levels. Smoke detectors shall be installed in accordance with Section 907.10.	Ventilating Equipment	Activation of stair ventilating equipment must be by smoke detectors at the entrance on each floor. 	7.2.3.10.1
7.2.3.10.1 For both mechanical ventilation and pressurized stair enclosure systems, the activation of the systems shall be initiated by a smoke detector installed in an approved location
within 3050 mm (120 in.) of the entrance to the smokeproof enclosure.	Activated by smoke detector within 10’ of entrance. Also by sprinkler system (if provided), general alarm signal, and manually.

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909.20.6.1	Ventilation Systems	System must be independent and meet one of the following: 1) Located outside the building and directly connected (or through 2-hour enclosures) to stair; 2) Located within smoke-proof enclosure with intake and exhaust direct to outside or through 2-hour enclosure; 3) Within the building but separated from all else by 2-hour enclosures.	7.2.3.9.2	Similar; enclosures may be 1-hour in sprinklered buildings.	
909.20.6.2
 909.20.6.2 Standby power. Mechanical vestibule and stair shaft ventilation systems and automatic fire detection systems shall be powered by an approved standby power system conforming to Section 403.10.1 and Chapter 27.	Standby Power	Smoke-proof enclosure ventilation and related detectors must have standby power.	7.2.3.12
7.2.3.12 Standby Power. Standby power for mechanical ventilation equipment shall be provided by an approved, selfcontained
generator that is set to operate whenever there is a loss of power in the normal house current. The generator shall be located in a room having a minimum 1-hour fire resistance–rated separation from the remainder of the building.
The generator shall have a fuel supply not less than that which is adequate to operate the equipment for 2 hours.	Generator required in 1-hour room with 2-hour fuel supply.

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909.20.6.3
 909.20.6.3 Acceptance and testing. Before the mechanical equipment is approved, the system shall be tested in the presence of the building official to confirm that the system is operating in compliance with these requirements.	Acceptance and Testing	System must be tested in presence of building official.	7.2.3.13
7.2.3.13 Testing. Before the mechanical equipment is accepted by the authority having jurisdiction, it shall be tested to confirm that it is operating in compliance with the requirements
of 7.2.3. All operating parts of the system shall be tested semiannually by approved personnel, and a log shall be kept of the results.	Must be tested before acceptance, as well as semiannually thereafter.

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909.21
 909.21 Underground building smoke exhaust system. Where required in accordance with Section 405.5 for underground buildings, a smoke exhaust system shall be provided in accordance with this section.	Underground Building Smoke Exhaust System	Exhaust system required if determined by Section 405.5.	11.7.4.4
7.2.3.13 Testing. Before the mechanical equipment is accepted by the authority having jurisdiction, it shall be tested to confirm that it is operating in compliance with the requirements
of 7.2.3. All operating parts of the system shall be tested semiannually by approved personnel, and a log shall be kept of the results.	Underground buildings require smoke venting when: 1) Occupant load >100; 2) Floor level >30’ below grade or >one floor below grade; 3) Space contains combustible contents, finish, or construction.

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909.21.1
909.21.1 Exhaust capability. Where compartmentation is required, each compartment shall have an independent, automatically activated smoke exhaust system capable of manual operation. The system shall have an air supply and smoke exhaust capability that will provide a minimum of six air changes per hour.	Exhaust Capability	Compartments must have independent smoke exhaust system sized for six air changes per hour.	12.4.3.3.3
12.4.3.3.3 Each smoke compartment shall have an independent air supply and exhaust system capable of smoke control or smoke exhaust functions that provide a smoke exhaust rate
of not less than six air changes per hour.	Underground assembly requires smoke control at six air changes per hour.

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909.21.2
[F] 909.21.2 Operation. The smoke exhaust system shall be operated in the compartment of origin by the following, independently of each other:
 1.  Two cross-zoned smoke detectors within a single protected area of a single smoke detector monitored by an alarm verification zone or an approved equivalent method.
 2.  The automatic sprinkler system.
 3.  Manual controls that are readily accessible to the fire department.	Operation	Smoke exhaust must be operated by cross-zoned detectors or detectors on alarm verification, sprinklers, and manual controls.	12.4.3.3.4
12.4.3.3.4 Throughout each smoke compartment shall be provided an automatic smoke detection system designed such that the activation of any two detectors causes the smoke control
system to operate and the building voice alarm to sound.	Underground assembly smoke control actuated by smoke detection, with two detectors starting smoke control.

No change needed.	
909.21.3	Alarm Required	Operation of smoke control must activate alarm at constantly attended location.		No related section	
909.22 Atrium
909.22.1 A smoke control system shall be designed to control the migration of products of combustion in the atrium space. Upon detection of a fire, the system shall control the air supply to the fire floor and the return air from all nonfire floors in accordance with the approved smoke control system design. Any other approved design which will achieve the same level of smoke control as described in this section may be used in lieu of these requirements.
909.22.2 The smoke control system shall be designed by an engineering analysis that demonstrates that the smoke layer interface is maintained above the highest unprotected opening to adjoining spaces, or 6 feet above the highest floor level open to the atrium for a period equal to 1.5 times the calculated egress time or 20 minutes, whichever is greater. 
909.22.3 The smoke control system shall be independently activated by the sprinkler system within the atrium or areas open to the atrium, by the smoke detectors required by this section and by manual controls that are readily available to the fire department. When the smoke control system in other than the atrium is provided by mechanical ventilation in accordance with this section, manual controls shall also be provided as described above for the atrium system. The manual controls shall be provided in a location approved by the building official.					
910	Smoke and Heat Vents		No related section	
910.1	General	Smoke and heat vents, where required by this code or otherwise installed, must meet this section, except for sprinklered frozen food warehouses storing Class I and II commodities.  Covered by NFPA 204 M.			
910.2	Where Required	Approved smoke and heat vents shall be installed in the roofs of one-story buildings or portions thereof per this section.		No related section	
910.2.1	Groups F-1 and S-1.	Group F-1 or S-1 occupancy >50,000 sq. ft. in undivided area. Exception: Group S-1 aircraft repair hangars.		No related section	
910.2.2	Group H.	Except for noncombustible buildings containing only noncombustible materials, Group H occupancy 1) Group H-2 or H-3, > 15,000 sq. ft. in single floor area. 2) Group H used for storing Class 2, 3, and 4 liquid and solid oxidizers, Class 1 and unclassified detonable organic peroxides, Class 3 and 4 unstable (reactive) materials, or Class 2 or 3 water-reactive materials as required for a high-hazard commodity classification. 			
910.2.3	High-Piled Combustible Storage.	High-piled combustible stock or rack storage in any occupancy group in accordance with Section 413 and the IFC.		No related section	
910.2.4	Exit Access Travel Distance Increase.	Group F-1 or S-1 occupancy where the maximum exit access travel distance is increased in accordance with Section 1015.2.		No related section	
910.3	Design and Installation	Must meet this section and Table 910.3 		No related section	
Table 910.3	Requirements for Curtain Boards and Smoke Venting	Contains storage heights, curtain board depths, vent ratios, spacing for occupancy groups, and storage commodities.		No related section	
910.3.1	Vent Operation	Vents must be capable of being operated by manual and automatic means.		No related section	
910.3.1.1	Gravity Operated Drop-Out Vents	Vents containing heat sensitive glazing designed to drop out of the opening must fully open within 5 minutes when exposed to time-temperature gradient that reaches 500°F.		No related section	
910.3.1.2	Sprinklered Buildings	Smoke and heat vents must be designed to operate automatically in sprinklered buildings.		No related section	
910.3.1.3	Non-Sprinklered Buildings	If in non-sprinklered building, vents must operate automatically by operation of heat responsive device rated at 100°F-220°F above ambient, unless drop-out vent.		No related section	
910.3.2	Vent Dimensions	Must be >16 sq. ft., with no dimension < 4’ , except for ribs or gutters < 6”.		No related section	
910.3.3	Vent Locations	Must be located >20’ from property line or fire walls, and >10’ from fire barrier walls. Above high-piled storage areas, must be uniformly located, considering roof pitch, curtain boards, sprinklers, and structure.		No related section	
910.3.4	Draft Curtains	Where required, draft curtains shall be provided in accordance with this section.
 Exception: Where areas of buildings are equipped with early suppression fast-response (ESFR) sprinklers, draft curtains shall not be provided within these areas. Draft curtains shall only be provided at the separation between the ESFR sprinklers and the conventional sprinklers.		No related section	
910.3.4.1	Construction	Curtain boards must be of non-combustible material (by inference only) that will resist passage of smoke. Joints and connections must be smoke tight.		No related section	
910.3.4.2	Location and Depth	Location and depth must meet Table 910.3. 		No related section	
910.4	Mechanical smoke Exhaust.	Where approved by the building official, engineered mechanical smoke exhaust may be an acceptable alternate to smoke and heat vents.			
910.4.1	Location	Exhaust fans must be uniformly spaced within draft-curtained areas and separated from each other by <100’		No related section	
91.4.2	Size	Maximum individual size limited to 30,000 cfm capacity = 300 times area of roof vent calculated by Table 910.3		No related section	
910.4.3	Operation	Vents must be automatically activated by sprinkler system or heat detectors. Manual controls required for each fan unit.		No related section	
910.4.4	Wiring and Control	Wiring must be connected ahead of main disconnect, protected against temperature of >1,000°F for 15 minutes. Controls must be protected by one-hour and accessible to fire service.		No related section	
910.4.5	Supply Air	Supply required at or near floor level uniformly distributed around perimeter and provide 50% of required exhaust.		No related section	
910.4.6	Interlocks	Shut down of non-smoke removal fans must be in accordance with approved sequence.		No related section	
911	Fire Command Center	11.8.5	Central Control Station	
911.1	Features	Fire command centers must comply with NFPA 72 and be separated from the building served by a fire barrier of not less than 1-hour fire-resistance rating. Room must be at least 96 sq. ft. with a minimum dimension of 8’. Layout must be submitted for approval and include the following when required: emergency voice/alarm communication system, fire department communications, fire detection system annunciator, elevator annunciator, air-handling status indicators and controls, fire-fighters smoke control panel, stairway door unlocking control, sprinkler system valve and waterflow display, power status indicators, telephone for access to the public switched network, and fire pump status indicators. Drawings must include a plan view of typical floors and the building core showing means of egress, fire department access, fire protection systems, and fire fighting equipment; work table, generator controls, and supervision and control of the public address system.	11.8.5	Similar; Required by occupancy.