CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE — MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE CHAPTER 35 — REFERENCED STANDARDS
(Matrix Adoption Tables are nonregulatory, intended only as an aid to the code user. See Chapter 1 for state agency authority and building applications.)
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal's adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.
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About this chapter: The California Building Code contains numerous references to standards promulgated by other organizations that are used to provide requirements for materials and methods of construction. This chapter contains a comprehensive list of all standards that are referenced in this code. These standards, in essence, are part of this code to the extent of the reference to the standard.
This chapter lists the standards that are referenced in various sections of this document. The standards are listed herein by the promulgating agency of the standard, the standard identification, the effective date and title, and the section or sections of this document that reference the standard. The application of the referenced standards shall be as specified in Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, Division 1, Sections 1.1.5 and 1.1.7, and in Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, Division II, Section 102.4, as applicable.
[DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC & OSHPD 1 & 4] Reference to other chapters. In addition to the code sections referenced, the standards listed in this chapter are applicable to the respective code sections in Chapters 16A, 17A, 18A, 19A, 21A and 22A.
[DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] Prequalified Connections for Special and Intermediate Steel Moment Frames for Seismic Applications, Including Supplement No. 1 and No. 2
American National Standard Specifications for Chemical-resistant, Water-cleanable Tile-setting and -grouting Epoxy and Water Cleanable Tile-setting Epoxy Adhesive
the edition as referenced in: California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Division 1, Chapter 4, Subchapter 6, Elevator Safety Orders Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
Standard Specification for High-strength Low-alloy Nickel, Copper, Phosphorus Steel H-piles and Sheet Piling with Atmospheric Corrosion Resistance for Use in Marine Environments
Specification for Steel Sheet, Metallic-coated by the Hot-dip Process and Prepainted by the Coil-coating Process for Exterior Exposed Building Products
Specification for Steel Drill Screws for the Application of Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to Steel Studs from 0.033 inch (0.84 mm) to 0.112 inch (2.84 mm) in Thickness
Standard Test Method for Evaluating the Effects of Fire-retardant Treatment and Elevated Temperatures on Strength Properties of Fire-retardant Treated Lumber
Standard Test Method for Determining Rate of Air Leakage through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences across the Specimen
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Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference
Standard Test Method for Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors and Impact Protective Systems Impacted by Missile(s) and Exposed to Cyclic Pressure Differentials
Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Textile, Paper or Polymeric (Including Vinyl) and Wood Wall or Ceiling Coverings, Facing and Veneers to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics
Standard Practice for Specimen Preparation and Mounting of Reflective Insulation, Radiant Barrier and Vinyl Stretch Ceiling Materials for Building Applications to Assess Surface Burning Characteristics
Standard Test Methods for Determining the Mechanical Properties of Externally and Internally Threaded Fasteners, Washers, Direct Tension Indicators, and Rivets
Technical Manual 12B, Third Edition; Standard Practice for the Testing and Inspection of Field Applied Thin Film Intumescent Fire-resistive Materials; an Annotated Guide
Standard Method for Testing Sectional Garage Doors, Rolling Doors and Flexible Doors: Determination of Structural Performance Under Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference
Standard Method for Testing Sectional Garage Doors, Rolling Doors and Flexible Doors: Determination of Structural Performance Under Missile Impact and Cyclic Wind Pressure
American National Standard for Evaluating the Simulated Wind Uplift Resistance of Roof Assemblies Using Static Positive and/or Negative Differential Pressures
*NFPA 13, Amended Sections as follows: Revise Section 2.2 and add publications as follows:
2.2 NFPA Publications.
NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2013 California edition.
Revise Section 6.4.3.1.1* as follows:
6.4.3.1.1* Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall not contain mechanical joints.
9.2.1.16 Exterior columns under 10 ft2 (0.93m2) in total area, formed by studs or wood joist, with no sources of ignition within the column, supporting exterior canopies that are fully protected with a sprinkler system, shall not require sprinkler protection. Revise Section 9.2.3.1* as follows: 9.2.3.1* Sprinklers shall be permitted to be omitted where the exterior canopies, roofs, portecocheres, balconies, decks or similar projections are constructed with materials that are noncombustible, limited-combustible or fire retardant treated wood as defined in NFPA 703, Standard for Fire Retardant—Treated Wood and Fire-Retardant Coatings for Building Materials. Delete Section A.9.2.3.1 of Annex Revise Section 9.2.3.2 9.2.3.2 Sprinklers shall be permitted to be omitted from below the canopies, roofs, balconies, decks or similar projections are combustible construction, provided the exposed finish material on the roof, or canopy is noncombustible, limited-combustible or fire retardant treated wood as defined in NFPA 703, Standard for Fire Retardant—Treated Wood and Fire-Retardant Coatings for Building Materials, and the roofs or canopies contains only sprinklered concealed spaces or any of the following unsprinklered combustible concealed spaces:
Light or ordinary hazard occupancies wherenoncombustible or limited-combustible ceilings are directly attached to the bottom of solid wood joists so as to create enclosed joist spaces 160 ft3 (4.5 m3) or less in volume, including space below insulation that is laid directly on top or within the ceiling joists in an otherwise sprinklered attic [See 11.2.3.1.5.2(9)].
Concealed spaces over isolated small roofs or canopies not exceeding 55 ft2 (5.1 m2).
Delete language to section 9.2.3.3 and reserve section number. 9.2.3.3 Reserved. Revise Section 9.3.6.1 as follows: 9.3.6.1 Automatic fire sprinklers shall not be required in elevator machine rooms, elevator machinery spaces, control spaces or hoistways of traction elevators installed in accordance with the applicable provisions in the California Building Code, where all of the following conditions are met:
The elevator machine room, machinery space, control room, controlspace or hoistway of traction elevator is dedicated to elevator equipment only.
The elevator machinery space, control room, controlspace or hoistway of traction elevators is separated from the remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire resistance rating of not less than that specified by the applicable building code.
No materials unrelated to elevator equipment are permitted to be stored in elevator machine rooms, machinery spaces, control rooms, control spaces or hoistways of traction elevators.
The elevator machinery is not of the hydraulic type.
Add new Section 9.3.6.1.1 as follows: 9.3.6.1.1 The sprinkler required at the top and bottom of the elevator hoistway by 8.15.5.6 shall not be required where permitted by Chapter 30 of the California Building Code. Revise Section 9.3.19.1* as follows: 9.3.19.1* Unless the requirements of 9.2.3.1 or 9.2.3.2 are met, sprinklers shall be installed under exterior roofs, canopies, portecochere, balconies, decks or similar projections exceeding 4 ft (1.2 m) in width. Revise Annex Section A9.3.19.2 as follows: A9.3.19.2 The presence of planters, newspaper machines and similar items, should not be considered storage. Add Section 9.3.19.3 as follows: 9.3.19.3 Sprinklers may be omitted for following structures:
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels supported by framing that have sufficient uniformly distributed and unobstructed openings throughout the top of the array (horizontal plane) to allow heat and gases to escape, as determined by the enforcing agency.
Add new Sections 16.9.3.1.3.4 and 16.9.3.1.3.5 as follows: 16.9.3.1.3.4 Where a system includes floor control valves, a hydraulic design information sign containing information for the floor shall be provided at each floor control valve. A hydraulic design information sign shall be provided for each area calculated. The installing contractor shall identify a hydraulically designed sprinkler system with a permanently marked weatherproof metal or rigid plastic sign secured with corrosion resistant wire, chain or other approved means. Such signs shall be placed at the alarm valve, dry pipe valve, preaction valve or deluge valve supplying the corresponding hydraulically designed area. 16.9.3.1.3.5 Control valves, check valves, drain valves, antifreeze valves shall be readily accessible for inspection, testing and maintenance. Valves located more than 7 feet above the finished floor shall be provided with a means of opening and closing the valve from the floor level. Add new Sections 16.9.10.5, 16.9.10.5.1, 16.9.10.5.1.1, 16.9.10.5.1.2, 16.9.10.5.1.3, 16.9.10.5.1.4, 16.9.10.5.2 as follows: 16.9.10.5 Sectional Valves. 16.9.10.5.1 Private fire service main systems shall have sectional control valves at appropriate points in order to permit sectionalizing the system in the event of a break or for the making of repairs or extensions. 16.9.10.5.1.1 Sectional control valves are not required when the fire service main system serves less than six fire appurtenances. 16.9.10.5.1.2 Sectional control valves shall be indicating valves in accordance with Section 16.9.3.2. 16.9.10.5.1.3 Sectional control valves shall be located so that no more than five fire appurtenances are affected by shut-down of any single portion of the fire service main. Each fire hydrant, fire sprinkler system riser, and standpipe riser shall be considered a separate fire appurtenance. In-rack sprinkler systems shall not be considered as a separate appurtenance. 16.9.10.5.1.4 The number of fire appurtenances between sectional control valves is allowed to be modified by the authority having jurisdiction. 16.9.10.5.2 A valve shall be provided on each bank where a main crosses a body of water or outside the building foundation(s) where the main or section of main runs under a building. Add new Section 17.2.2.9.1 as follows: 17.2.2.9.1 Powder-driven studs used for attaching hangers to the building structure are prohibited in Seismic design Categories C, D, E and F. Revise Section 18.5.11.4 as follows: 18.5.11.4 Where threaded pipe is used for sway bracing, it shall have a wall thickness of not less than Schedule 40. Replace Section 18.5.12.5 as follows: 18.5.12.5 Lag screws or power-driven fasteners shall not be used to attach braces to the building structure. Replace Section 18.5.12.6.1 as follows: 18.5.12.6.1 Fastening methods other than those identified in 9.3.5.12 shall not apply to other fastening methods, which shall be acceptable for use if certified by a registered professional engineer to support the loads determined in accordance with the criteria in 18.5.9. Calculations shall be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction. Revise Section 18.5.12.7.4 as follows: 18.5.12.7.4 Concrete anchors when identified in 18.5.11.11 shall be acceptable for usewhere designed in accordance with the requirements of the building code and certified by a registered professional engineer. Revise Section 18.6.1(3) as follows: 18.6.1*(3) No. 12, 440 lb (200 Kg) wire installed at least 45 degrees from the vertical plane and anchored on both sides of the pipe. Powder-driven fasteners for attaching restraint is allowed to be used provided that the restraint component does not support the dead load. Revise Section 19.2.3.1.5.2(9) as follows: 19.2.3.1.5.2(9) Exterior columns under 10 ft2 (0.93m2) in total area, formed by studs or wood joist, with no sources of ignition within the column, supporting exterior canopies that are fully protected with a sprinkler system. Revise Section 19.2.3.2.3.1 as follows: 19.2.3.2.3.1 Where listed quick-response sprinklers, excluding extended coverage quick-response sprinklers, are used throughout a system or portion of a system having the same hydraulic design basis, the system area of operation shall be permitted to be reduced without revising the density as indicated in Figure 19.2.3.2.3.1 when all of the following conditions are satisfied:
Wet pipe system
Light hazard occupancy
20 ft (6.1 m) maximum ceiling height
There are no unprotected ceiling pockets as allowed by 10.2.9 and 11.2.7 exceeding 32 ft2 (3 m2)
FIGURE 19.2.3.2.3.1
DESIGN AREA REDUCTION FOR QUICK-RESPONSE SPRINKLERS
Revise Section 19.2.3.2.3.2 as follows: 19.2.3.2.3.2 The number of sprinklers in the design area shall never be less than seven. Revise Section 20.9.5.2 as follows: 20.9.5.2 Early suppression fast-response (ESFR) sprinklers shall not be used in buildings with automatic heat or smoke vents unless the vents use a standard-response operating mechanism with a minimum temperature rating of 360°F (182°C) or 100°F (56°C) above the operating temperature of the sprinklers, whichever is higher. 23.8.1.2 Positive Alarm Sequence 23.8.1.2.1 Systems that have positive alarm features complying with 23.8.1.2 shall be permitted if approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Operation of a patient roomsmoke detector in Group I-2 and R-2.1 occupancies shall not include a positive alarm sequence feature. Add Section 28.1.3(18)(e) as follows: 28.1.3(18)(e) Where a waterflow test is used for the purposes of system design, the test shall be conducted no more than 6 months prior to working plan submittal unless otherwise approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Revise Section 29.1 as follows: 29.1 Approval of Sprinkler Systems and Private Fire Service Mains. The installing contractor shall do the following:
Notify the authority having jurisdiction and the property owner or property owner's authorized representative of the time and date testing will be performed.
Perform all required testing (see Section 29.2).
Complete and sign the appropriate contractor's material and test certificate(s) (see Figure A.29.1).
Remove all caps and straps prior to placing the sprinkler system in service.
Upon system acceptance by the authority having jurisdiction a label prescribed by Title 19 California Code of Regulations, Chapter 5 shall be affixed to each system riser.
Revise Section 29.3 as follows: 29.3 Instructions. The installing contractor shall provide the property owner or the property owner's authorized representative with the following:
All literature and instructions provided by the manufacturer describing proper operation and maintenance of any equipment and devices installed.
NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, testing, and maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2013 California Edition.
Title 19, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 5, "Fire Extinguishing Systems."
Revise Section 29.4.1 as follows: 29.4.1 The installing contractor shall identify a hydraulically designed sprinkler system with a permanently marked weatherproof metal or rigid plastic sign secured with corrosion resistant wire, chain or other approved means. Such signs shall be placed at the alarm valve, dry pipe valve, preaction valve or deluge valve supplying the corresponding hydraulically designed area. Pipe schedule systems shall be provided with a sign indicating that the system was designed and installed as a pipe schedule system and the hazard classification(s) included in the design. Revise Section 29.4.3 as follows: 29.4.3 The sign shall include the following information:
Required flow and pressure of the system at the base of the riser.
Occupancy classification or commodity classification and maximum permitted storage height and configuration
Hose stream allowance included in addition to the sprinkler demand
The name of the installing contractor
Required flow and pressure of the system at the water supply source.
Required flow and pressure of the system at the discharge side of the fire pump where a fire pump is installed.
Type or types and number of sprinklers or nozzles installed including the orifice size, temperature rating, orientation, K-Factor, sprinkler identification number (SIN) for sprinkler heads when applicable, and response type.
The minimum discharge flow rate and pressure required from the hydraulically most demanding sprinkler.
The required pressure settings for pressure reducing valves.
For deluge sprinkler systems, the required flow and pressure at the hydraulically most demanding sprinkler or nozzle.
The protection area per sprinkler based on the hydraulic calculations.
The edition of NFPA 13 to which the system was designed and installed.
Revise Section 29.6.1 as follows: 29.6.1 The installing contractor shall provide a general information sign used to determine system design basis and information relevant to the inspection, testing and maintenance requirements required by NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2013 California Edition.
13D—22:
Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-familyDwellings and Manufactured Homes, as amended*
903.3.1.3
*NFPA 13D, Amended Sections as follows: Revise Section 6.2.2 to read as follows: 6.2.2Where a well, pump, tank or combination thereof is the source of supply for a fire sprinkler system, the configuration for the system shall be one of the following:
The water supply shall serve both domestic and fire sprinkler systems.
A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of water equal to the smallest sprinkler on the system. The connection shall return water to the tank.
Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
A method for refilling the tank shall be piped to the tank.
A method of seeing the water level in the tank shall be provided without having to open the tank.
The pump shall not be permitted to sit directly on the floor.
A stand-alone tank is permitted if the following conditions are met:
The pump shall be connected to a 220-volt circuit breaker shared with a common household appliance (e.g., range, oven, dryer),
The pump shall be a stainless steel 240-volt pump,
A valve shall be provided to exercise the pump. The discharge of the exercise valve shall drain to the tank, and
A sign shall be provided stating: "Valve must be opened monthly for 5 minutes."
A means for automatically refilling the tank level, so that the tank capacity will meet the required water supply duration in minutes, shall be provided.
A test connection shall be provided downstream of the pump that creates a flow of water equal to the smallest sprinkler on the system. The connection shall return water to the tank.
Any disconnecting means for the pump shall be approved.
A method for refilling the tank shall be piped to the tank.
A method of seeing the water level in the tank shall be provided without having to open the tank.
The pump shall not be permitted to sit directly on the floor.
Add new Section 6.2.2.1 as follows: 6.2.2.1Where a fire sprinkler system is supplied by a stored water source with an automatically operated means of pressurizing the system other than an electric pump, the water supply may serve the sprinkler system only. Add new Section 6.2.4 as follows: 6.2.4Where a water supply serves both domestic and fire sprinkler systems, 5 gpm (19 L/min) shall be added to the sprinkler system demand at the point where the systems are connected, to determine the size of common piping and the size of the total water supply requirements where no provision is made to prevent flow into the domestic water system upon operation of a sprinkler. For multipurpose piping systems, the 5 gpm (19 L/min) demand shall be added at the domestic connection nearest the design area. This demand may be split between two domestic connections at 2.5 gpm (10 L/min) each. Revise Section 8.3.4 as follows: 8.3.4* Sprinklers shall not be required in detached garages, open attached porches, carports with no habitable space above, and similar structures. Add new Sections 8.3.11 and 8.3.11.1 as follows: 8.3.11 Solar photovoltaic panel structures 8.3.11.1 Sprinklers shall be permitted to be omitted from the following structures:
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels supported by framing that have sufficient uniformly distributed and unobstructed openings throughout the top of the array (horizontal plane) to allow heat and gases to escape, as determined by the enforcing agency.
13R—22:
Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Low-rise Residential Occupancies, as amended*
903.3.1.2, 903.3.5.2, 903.4
*NFPA 13R, Amended Sections as follows: Revise Section 2.2 and add publications as follows: 2.2 NFPA Publications. NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2013 California edition. Add new Sections 6.6.10 and 6.10.1 as follows: 6.6.10 Solar photovoltaic panel structures 6.6.10.1 Sprinklers shall be permitted to be omitted from the following structures:
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels supported by framing that have sufficient uniformly distributed and unobstructed openings throughout the top of the array (horizontal plane) to allow heat and gases to escape, as determined by the enforcing agency.
Revise Section 11.4 as follows: 11.4 Instructions. The installing contractor shall provide the property owner or the property owner's authorized representative with the following:
All literature and instructions provided by the manufacturer describing proper operation and maintenance of any equipment and devices installed.
NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems 2013 California Edition and Title 19, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 5.
Once the system is accepted by the authority having jurisdiction a label as prescribed by Title 19, California Code of Regulations, Chapter 5, shall be affixed to each system riser.
14—19:
Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose System, as amended*
905.2, 905.3.4, 905.4.2, 905.6.2, 905.8
*NFPA 14, Amended Sections as follows: Replace Section 6.3.7.1 6.3.7.1 System water supply valves, isolation control valves and other valves in fire mains shall be supervised in an approved manner in the open position by one of the following methods:
Where a building has a fire alarm system or a sprinkler monitoring system installed, the valve shall be supervised by:
Standard for Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances, as amended*
3109F
*NFPA 24, Amended Sections as follows: Amend Section 4.2.1 as follows: Section 4.2.1. Installation work shall be done by fully experienced and responsible contractors. Contractors shall be appropriately licensed in the State of California to install private fire service mains and their appurtenances. Revise Section 4.2.2 as follows: 4.2.2 Installation or modification of private fire service mains shall not begin until plans are approved and appropriate permits secured from the authority having jurisdiction. Add Section 4.2.2.1 as follows: 4.2.2.1 As approved by the authority having jurisdiction, emergency repair of existing system may start immediately, with plans being submitted to the authority having jurisdiction within 96 hours from the start of the repair work. Revise Section 5.9.5.1 as follows: 5.9.5.1 Fire department connections shall be on the street side of buildings and as approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Add Sections 6.6.1.1, 6.6.1.2, 6.6.1.3 and 6.6.1.4 as follows: 6.6.1.1 Sectional control valves are not required when the fire service main system serves less than six fire appurtenances. 6.6.1.2 Sectional control valves shall be indicating valves in accordance with NFPA 13 , Section 6.7.1.3. 6.6.1.3 Sectional control valves shall be located so that no more than five fire appurtenances are affected by shut-down of any single portion of the fire service main. Each fire hydrant, fire sprinkler system riser and standpipe riser shall be considered a separate fire appurtenance. In-rack sprinkler systems shall not be considered as a separate appurtenance. 6.6.1.4 The number of fire appurtenances between sectional control valves is allowed to be modified by the authority having jurisdiction. Revise Section 10.4.3.1.1 as follows: 10.4.3.1.1 Pipe joints shall not be located under foundation footings. The pipe under the building or building foundation shall not contain mechanical joints.
Alternate designs may be utilized where designed by a registered professional engineer and approved by the enforcing agency.
Revise Section 10.9.1 as follows: 10.9.1 Backfill shall be well tamped in layers or puddle under and around pipes to prevent settlement or lateral movement. Backfill shall consist of clean fill sand or pea gravel to a minimum 6" below and to a minimum of 12" above the pipe and shall contain no ashes, cinders, refuse, organic matter or other corrosive materials. Other backfill materials and methods are permitted where designed by a registered professional engineer and approved by the enforcing agency.
25—13CA:
California NFPA 25 Edition (Based on the 2011 Edition) Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-based Fire Protection Systems
*NFPA 32, Amended Sections as follows: Delete the following publications from Section 2.2: 2.2 NFPA Publications. NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2010 edition. NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2011 edition. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code®, 2011 edition. NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®, 2009 edition. NFPA 5000®, Building Construction and Safety Code®, 2009 edition. Revise Section 4.4.1.1 as follows: 4.4.1.1 General building and structure design and construction shall be in accordance with California Building Code. Delete language to Sections 4.4.1.2 and 4.4.1.3 and reserve section numbers. 4.4.1.2 Reserved 4.4.1.3 Reserved Revise Section 4.4.4 as follows: 4.4.4 Means of Egress.Means of egress shall conform with the provisions of the California Building Code. Revise Section 4.6.2 as follows: 4.6.2 Automatic Sprinkler Systems.Where required by this standard, automatic sprinkler systems shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 13 , Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, and periodically inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 5. Revise Section 4.6.4 as follows: 4.6.4 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Suitable numbers and types of portable fire extinguishers shall be installed and maintained throughout the drycleaning plant in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 3. Revise Section 7.3.2 as follows: 7.3.2 Electrical Installations. Electrical equipment and wiring in a Type II drycleaning room shall comply with the provisions of California Electrical Code, for use in Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations.
37—18:
Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines
40—19:
Standard for the Storage and Handling of Cellulose Nitrate Film
*NFPA 72, Amended Sections as follows: Revise Section 10.3.1 as follows: 10.3.1Equipment constructed and installed in conformity with this Code shall be listed for the purpose for which it is used. Fire alarm systems and components shall be California State Fire Marshal approved and listed in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1. Revise Section 10.3.3 as follows: 10.3.3 All devices and appliances that receive their power from the initiating device circuit or signaling line circuit of a control unit shall be California State Fire Marshal listed for use with the control unit. Revise Section 12.3.8.1 as follows: 12.3.8.1 The outgoing and return (redundant) circuit conductors shall be permitted in the same cable assembly (i.e., multiconductor cable), enclosure or raceway only under the following conditions:
For a distance not to exceed 10 ft (3.0 m) where the outgoing and return conductors enter or exit the initiating device, notification appliance or control unit enclosures.
Single drops installed in the raceway to individual devices or appliances.
*In a single room not exceeding 1000 ft2 (93 m2) in area, a drop installed in the raceway to multiple devices or appliances that does not include any emergency control function devices.
Where the vertically run conductors are contained in a 2-hour rated cable assembly, or enclosed (installed) in a 2-hour rated enclosure or a listed circuit integrity (C.I.) cable, which meets or exceeds a 2-hour fire-resistive rating.
Revise Section 14.4.6.1 as follows: 14.4.6.1 Testing. Household fire alarm systems shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer's published instructions according to the methods of Table 14.4.3.2. Revise Section 17.16 as follows: 17.16 Fire Extinguisher Electronic Monitoring Device. A fire extinguisher electronic monitoring device shall indicate those conditions for a specific fire extinguisher required by California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 1, Section 574.2 (c) and California Fire Code to a fire alarm control unit. Delete the amendments to Section 21.3.6 and adopt the model text. Revise Section 12.3.8 as follows: 12.3.8 (5) Where the vertically run conductors are contained in a 2-hour rated cable assembly, or enclosed (installed) in a 2-hour rated enclosure or a listed circuit integrity (C.I.) cable, which meets or exceeds a 2-hour fire resistive rating. 23.8.1.2 Positive Alarm Sequence 23.8.1.2.1 Systems that have positive alarm features complying with 23.8.1.2 shall be permitted if approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Operation of a patient roomsmoke detector in Group I-2 and R-2.1 occupancies shall not include a positive alarm sequence feature. Revise Section 23.8.5.1.2 as follows: 23.8.5.1.2* Where connected to a supervising station, fire alarm systems employing automatic fire detectors or waterflow detection devices shall include a manual fire alarm box to initiate a signal to the supervising station.
A smoke detector that is continuously subjected to a smoke concentration above alarm threshold does not delay the system functions of Sections 10.7 through 10.16, 23.8.1.1 or 21.2.1 by more than 30 seconds.
Actuation of an alarm-initiating device other than a smoke detector causes the system functions of Sections 10.7 through 10.16, 23.8.1.1 or 21.2.1 without additional delay.
The current status of the alarm verification feature is shown on the record of completion (see Figure 7.8.2(a), Item 4.3).
Revise Section 29.3.1 as follows: 29.3.1 All devices, combinations of devices and equipment to be installed in conformity with this chapter shall be approvedand listed by the California State Fire Marshal for the purposes for which they are intended. Revise Section 29.8.2.1.1 as follows: 29.8.2.1.1* Smoke and Heat Alarms. Where connected to a supervising station unless exempted by applicable laws, codes or standards, smoke or heat alarms used to provide a fire-warning function, and when two or more alarms are installed within a dwelling unit, suite of rooms or similar area, shall be arranged so that the operation of any smoke or heat alarm causes all alarms within these locations to sound. Note: Exception to 29.8.2.1.1 not adopted by the SFM. Add Section 29.10.2.1 as follows: 29.10.2.1 The alarm verification feature shall not be used for household fire warning equipment. Add Section 29.10.6.8.1 as follows: 29.10.6.8.1 The alarm verification feature shall not be used for household fire warning equipment.
Standard for Fixed Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail Systems:
443
*NFPA 130, Amended Sections as follows: Amend Section 2.2 and amend publications to read as follows: 2.2 NFPA Publications. NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2013 California edition. Amend Section 3.3.44.2 and amend publications to read as follows: 3.3.44.2* Open Station. A station that is constructed such that it is directly open to the atmosphere and smoke and heat are allowed to disperse directly into the atmosphere. The following enclosed areas in open stations are permitted:
Ticket/pass booths not exceeding 150 square feet (13.9 m2) in area.
Mechanical and electrical spaces typically not used for human occupancy and necessary for the operation of a fixed guideway transit system. Such spaces shall be limited to two per level.
Restrooms not exceeding 150 square feet (13.9 m2) in area. A maximum of four restrooms are permitted per level.
Add a new definition as 3.3.44.3 to read as follows: 3.3.44.1.1 Underground Station. A station or portion thereof that is located beneath the surface of the earth or of the water. Amend Section 5.2.2.1 to read as follows: 5.2.2.1 Building construction for all new enclosed stations shall be not less than Type IA, Type IB or Type IIA construction and shall not exceed in area or height the limits specified in the California Building CodeTable 503, for the station configuration or as determined by fire hazard analysis of potential fire exposure hazards to the structure. Add Section 5.2.2.1.1 —5.2.2.1.3 to read as follows: 5.2.2.1.1 Underground stations shall be a minimum Type IA or Type IB constructions. 5.2.2.1.2 Open stations may be of Type IIB construction and shall not exceed in area or height as required by Table 503 for Type IIA. 5.2.2.1.3 Open at grade stations may be of any construction type allowed by the California Building Code. Delete Section 5.2.2.2. Amend Section 5.2.4.3 to read as follows: 5.2.4.3 Ancillary Spaces.Fire resistance ratings of separations between ancillary occupancies shall be established as required by the California Building Code. Amend Section 5.2.4.3.1 to read as follows: 5.2.4.3.1 The following areas shall be separated by a two-hour fire barrier:
Amend Section 5.2.4.5 to read as follows: 5.2.4.5* Separation Between System and Nonsystem Occupancies. All station public areas shall be fire separated from adjacent nonsystem occupancies by a one hour fire barrier, unless otherwise required by other provisions of the California Building Code. Amend Section 5.3.1.1 to read as follows: 5.3.1.1 The provisions for means of egress for a station shall comply with Chapter 10 of the California Building Code, except as herein modified. Amend Section 5.3.2.1 to read as follows: 5.3.2.1* The occupant load for a station shall be based on the train load of trains simultaneously entering the station on all tracks in normal traffic direction plus the simultaneous entraining load awaiting trains.
The train load shall consider only one train at any one track.
The basis for calculating train and entraining loads shall be the peak period ridership figures as projected for design of a new system or as updated for an operating system.
Exiting shall be provided for occupant loads recalculated upon increase in service and/ or every five years.
Amend Section 5.3.3.5 to read as follows: 5.3.3.5 Travel Distance. The maximum travel distance on the platform to a point at which a means of egress route leaves the platform shall not exceed 91 440 mm (300 feet). Amend Section 5.3.3.7 to read as follows: 5.3.3.7 Alternate Egress. At least two means of egress remote from each other shall be provided from each station platform as follows:
*A means of egress used as a public circulation route shall be permitted to provide more than 50 percent of the required egress capacity from a station platform or other location.
Wheremeans of egress routes from separate platforms converge, the subsequent capacity of the egress route shall be sufficient to maintain the required evacuation time from the incident platform.
Enclosed station platforms shall have a minimum of one exit within 2.5 times the least width of the enclosed station platform up to a maximum of 50 feet (insert mm) from each end.
Routes from platform ends into the underground guideway shall not be considered as exits for calculating exiting requirements.
Amend Section 5.3.11.1 to read as follows: 5.3.11.1 Illumination of the means of egress in stations, including escalators that are considered a means of egress, shall be in accordance with Chapter 10 of the California Building Code. Amend Section 5.3.11.2 to read as follows: 5.3.11.2Means of egress, including escalators considered as means of egress, shall be provided with a system of emergency lighting in accordance with Chapter 10 of the California Building Code. Amend Section 5.4.1.1 to read as follows: 5.4.1.1 Enclosed stations shall be provided with a fire command center in accordance with Section 911.1.1 through 911.5 of the California Building Code. Amend Section 5.4.4.1 to read as follows: 5.4.4.1* An automatic sprinkler protection system shall be provided where required by Section 903 of the California Building Code. Delete Section 5.4.4.2. Amend Section 5.4.5.1 to read as follows: 5.4.5.1*Class I standpipes shall be installed where required by Chapter 9 of the California Building Code in accordance with NFPA 14 except as modified herein. Amend Section 7.3.2.1 to read as follows: 7.3.2.1 The fan inlet airflow hot temperature shall be determined by an engineering analysis, however, this temperature shall not be less than 482°C (250°F). Ventilation fans and related components shall be capable of withstanding the maximum anticipated plus/minus pressure transients induced by train operations. Add Section 7.6.1.1 to read as follows: 7.6.1.1Ventilation of stations shall not terminate at grade on any vehicle roadway. Amend Section 7.7.1 to read as follows: 7.7.1 Operation of the emergency ventilation system components shall be capable of automatic and manual initiation in accordance with 909.12.3 of the California Building Code. Amend Section 7.8.1 to read as follows: 7.8.1 The design of the power for the emergency ventilation system shall comply with the requirements of Article 700 of the California Electrical Code and Section 909 of the California Building Code.
Standard Fire Test Method for the Evaluation of Fire Propagation Characteristics of Exterior Nonload-bearing Wall Assemblies Containing Combustible Components
Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, as amended*
904.10
*NFPA 2001, Amended Sections as follows: Add Sections 4.3.5.1.1 and 4.3.5.2.1 to read as follows: 4.3.5.1.1 Alarms signals from the fire extinguishing system shall not interfere with the building fire alarm signal. 4.3.5.2.1 The lens on visual appliances shall be "red" in color.
Manually Actuated Signaling Boxes—with Revisions through February 2, 2005, as amended.*
*Amend Section 14.1.5 as follows: 14.1.5 A signaling box having a glass panel, disc, rod or similar part that must be broken to operate it for a signal or for access to its actuating means shall satisfactorily complete five part-breaking operations using the means provided with the box, without jamming of the mechanism or other interference by broken particles. It shall be practicable to remove and replace the broken parts. A signaling box shall not have a glass panel, disc, rod or similar part requiring a striking action by grasping a tool to operate it for a signal. The force required to activate controls shall be no greater than 5 pounds (22 N) of force. *Add Appendix B chapter to UL 38 (1999) as follows: Appendix B , 14.1.5 Operation. Controls and operating mechanisms shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.
*Amend No. 55.1 as follows: RETARD-RESET-RESTART PERIOD — MAXIMUM 30 SECONDS —No alarm obtained from control unit. Maximum permissible time is 30 seconds. *Amend Section 55.2.2 as follows: Where an alarm verification feature is provided, the maximum retard-reset-restart period before an alarm signal can be confirmed and indicated at the control unit, including any control unit reset time and the power-up time for the detector to become operational for alarm, shall not exceed 30 seconds. (The balance of the section text is to remain unchanged). *Add Section 55.2.9 as follows: Smoke detectors connected to an alarm verification feature shall not be used as releasing devices.
*Amend Section 89.1.10 as follows: The existing text of this section is to remain as printed with one editorial amendment as follows: THE TOTAL DELAY (CONTROL UNIT PLUS SMOKE DETECTORS) SHALL NOT EXCEED 30 SECONDS. (The balance of the section text is to remain unchanged).
924—2016:
Safety Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment—with Revisions through May 2018
Mounting Systems, Mounting Devices, Clamping/Retention Devices and Ground Lugs for Use with Flat-plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels—with Revisions through December 2019
