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// CODE SNIPPET

1103.4.9.2 Chute Intakes

Fire Code 2015 of Alabama > 11 Construction Requirements for Existing Buildings > 1103 Fire Safety Requirements for Existing Buildings > 1103.4 Vertical Openings > 1103.4.9 Waste and Linen Chutes > 1103.4.9.2 Chute Intakes
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Chute intakes shall comply with Section 1103.4.9.2.1 or 1103.4.9.2.2.

1103.4.9.2.1 Chute Intake Direct From Corridor

Where intake to chutes is direct from a corridor, the intake opening shall be equipped with a chute-intake door in accordance with Section 716 of the International Building Code and having a fire protection rating of not less than 1 hour.

1103.4.9.2.2 Chute Intake via a Chute-Intake Room

Where the intake to chutes is accessed through a chute-intake room, the room shall be enclosed with 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction. Opening protectives for the intake room shall be in accordance with Section 716 of the International Building Code and have a fire protection rating of not less than 3/4 hour. Opening protective for the chute enclosure shall be in accordance with Section 1103.4.9.1.

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