32.4.5 Decorative Materials

Foamed plastic materials used for decorative purposes, scenery, sets, or props shall have a heat release rate not exceeding 100 kW where tested in accordance with UL 1975, Standard for Fire Tests for Foamed Plastics Used for Decorative Purposes, or where tested in accordance with NFPA 289, Standard Method of Fire Test for Individual Fuel Packages, using the 20 kW ignition source. [140:4.5.1]

Combustible drapes, drops, and any other similar combustible hangings or vertically placed materials shall comply with one of the following options:

1. The materials meet the requirements of NFPA 701, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films.
2. The materials exhibit a heat release rate not exceeding 100 kW when tested in accordance with NFPA 289, Standard Method of Fire Test for Individual Fuel Packages, using the 20 kW ignition source.
3. The materials are present in such limited quantity that a hazard of fire development or spread is minimal.
4. * The materials are considered by the AHJ to exhibit acceptable fire performance.
5. * Approved interim measures are provided for the period during which the combustible materials are present.

[140:4.5.2]

Cut greens shall be treated with an approved or listed fire retardant, and the process shall be repeated as often as necessary to maintain its effectiveness. [140:4.5.3]