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AGENDA NFPA Technical Committee on Fire Protection Features

NFPA 101 and NFPA 5000 Second Draft Meeting Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

1. Call to order. Call meeting to order by Chair John Devlin at 8:00 a.m. on June 21, 2016

at the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina, Fort Lauderdale, FL.

2. Introduction of committee members and guests. For a current committee roster, see page 2.

3. Approval of July 30, 2015 first draft meeting minutes. See page 6.

4. The process – staff PowerPoint presentation. See page 9.

5. NFPA 101 Second Draft preparation. For Public Comments, see page 26.

6. NFPA 5000 Second Draft preparation. For Public Comments, see page 87.

7. Committee Input Review. For Committee Inputs, see page 124.

8. Miscellaneous Items: a. 8.3.3.6.2, see page 137.

9. Emerging issues, industry trends, 2021 preparation.

10. Other business.

11. Future meetings.

12. Adjournment.

Enclosures

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Address List No PhoneFire Protection Features SAF-FIR

Safety to Life

Kristin Bigda07/09/2015

SAF-FIR

John F. Devlin

ChairAon Fire Protection Engineering Corporation6305 Ivy Lane, Suite 220Greenbelt, MD 20770Alternate: Rick Glenn

I 7/1/1993SAF-FIR

Kristin Bigda

Secretary (Staff-Nonvoting)National Fire Protection Association1 Batterymarch ParkQuincy, MA 02169-7471

6/29/2007

SAF-FIR

Russell B. Bainbridge

PrincipalCNS Pantex Plant6715 Michelle DriveAmarillo, TX 79109-7118

U 04/08/2015SAF-FIR

Richard C. Butcher

PrincipalTarpon Springs Fire Rescue444 Huey Avenue SouthTarpon Springs, FL 34689Florida Fire Marshals & Inspectors Association

E 4/14/2005

SAF-FIR

Gregory J. Cahanin

PrincipalCahanin Fire & Code Consulting2522 M.L. King Street NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33704Louisiana State Firemen's Association

U 1/1/1995SAF-FIR

Nicholas A. Dawe

PrincipalCobb County Fire Marshal’s Office1595 County Services ParkwayMarietta, GA 30008

E 10/20/2010

SAF-FIR

Jeffry T. Dudley

PrincipalNational Aeronautics & Space Administration503 Glenbrook CircleRockledge, FL 32955

U 10/20/2010SAF-FIR

Jack F. Fairchild

PrincipalBallinger833 Chestnut Street, Suite 1400Philadelphia, PA 19107

SE 10/28/2014

SAF-FIR

Sam W. Francis

PrincipalAmerican Wood Council1 Dutton Farm LaneWest Grove, PA 19390

M 7/1/1996SAF-FIR

Michael O. Gencarelli

PrincipalUS Department of the NavyNAVFAC HQ: Medical Facilities Design Office (MDFO)1322 Patterson Avenue, Suite 1000Washington, DC 20374Alternate: Joseph Patrick Higgins

E 8/9/2011

SAF-FIR

Ralph D. Gerdes

PrincipalRalph Gerdes Consultants, LLC5510 South East Street, Suite EIndianapolis, IN 46227Alternate: David Cook

SE 1/1/1986SAF-FIR

Wayne D. Holmes

PrincipalHSB Professional Loss Control508 Parkview DriveBurlington, NC 27215

I 10/1/1996

SAF-FIR

Howard Hopper

PrincipalUL LLC455 East Trimble RoadSan Jose, CA 95131-1230Alternate: Richard N. Walke

RT 3/2/2010SAF-FIR

Jeffrey M. Hugo

PrincipalNational Fire Sprinkler Association, Inc.1088 West Borton RoadEssexville, MI 48732National Fire Sprinkler AssociationAlternate: Philip M. Gunning

M 03/07/2013

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SAF-FIR

Jonathan Humble

PrincipalAmerican Iron and Steel Institute45 South Main Street, Suite 312West Hartford, CT 06107-2402Alternate: Farid Alfawakhiri

M 7/1/1996SAF-FIR

Waymon Jackson

PrincipalUniversity of Texas at Austin1 University Station, Stop C2600PO Box 7729Austin, TX 78713Alternate: Josh Lambert

U 10/20/2010

SAF-FIR

Adam C. Jones

PrincipalBuechel Fire Protection District4101 Bardstown RoadLouisville, KY 40218

E 10/18/2011SAF-FIR

Marshall A. Klein

PrincipalMarshall A. Klein & Associates, Inc.6815 Autumn View DriveEldersburg, MD 21784-6304Alternate: Jennifer Klein Gould

SE 1/1/1981

SAF-FIR

William E. Koffel

PrincipalKoffel Associates, Inc.8815 Centre Park Drive, Suite 200Columbia, MD 21045-2107Glazing Industry Code Committee

M 1/1/1986SAF-FIR

Vickie J. Lovell

PrincipalInterCode Incorporated200 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 309Delray Beach, FL 33444Air Movement & Control AssociationAlternate: Timothy J. Orris

M 10/6/2000

SAF-FIR

William J. McHugh, Jr.

PrincipalFirestop Contractors International Association4415 W. Harrison Street #436Hillside, IL 60162Firestop Contractors International Association

IM 9/30/2004SAF-FIR

Kevin D. Morin

PrincipalCode Consultants, Inc.215 West 40th Street, Floor 15New York, NY 10018Alternate: Erin N. Crowley

SE 3/4/2009

SAF-FIR

Jeramie W. Morris

PrincipalThe Dow Chemical CompanyMichigan Operations1790 Building Office 241Midland, MI 48667

M 03/03/2014SAF-FIR

Brian T. Rhodes

PrincipalJENSEN HUGHES3610 Commerce Drive, Suite 817Baltimore, MD 21227-1652Alternate: Joseph A. Castellano

SE 3/4/2008

SAF-FIR

Kurt A. Roeper

PrincipalASSA ABLOY110 Sargent DriveNew Haven, CT 06511Steel Door InstituteAlternate: Thomas R. Janicak

M 4/5/2001SAF-FIR

Catherine L. Stashak

PrincipalOffice of the Illinois State Fire MarshalJames R. Thompson Center100 West Randolph Street, 4-600Chicago, IL 60601Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal

E 11/2/2006

SAF-FIR

Andrew M. Wahl

PrincipalMichael Baker International100 Airside DriveMoon Township, PA 15108

SE 10/29/2012

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SAF-FIR

Farid Alfawakhiri

AlternateAmerican Iron and Steel Institute380 Cottonwood LaneNaperville, IL 60540Principal: Jonathan Humble

M 7/23/2008SAF-FIR

Joseph A. Castellano

AlternateJENSEN HUGHES3384 Peachtree Road, Suite 550Atlanta, GA 30326-2826Principal: Brian T. Rhodes

SE 1/15/2004

SAF-FIR

David Cook

AlternateRalph Gerdes Consultants, LLC5510 South East Street, Suite EIndianapolis, IN 46227Principal: Ralph D. Gerdes

SE 10/1/1995SAF-FIR

Erin N. Crowley

AlternateCode Consultants, Inc.2043 Woodland Parkway, Suite 300St. Louis, MO 63146Principal: Kevin D. Morin

SE 07/29/2013

SAF-FIR

Rick Glenn

AlternateAon Fire Protection Engineering Corporation4 Overlook PointLincolnshire, IL 60069-4302Principal: John F. Devlin

I 7/26/2007SAF-FIR

Jennifer Klein Gould

AlternateMarshall A. Klein And Associates, Inc.9800 Bolton Village CourtFairfax, VA 22032-1147Principal: Marshall A. Klein

SE 08/11/2014

SAF-FIR

Philip M. Gunning

AlternateTyco Fire Protection Products1467 Elmwood AvenueCranston, RI 02910-3849National Fire Sprinkler AssociationPrincipal: Jeffrey M. Hugo

M 04/08/2015SAF-FIR

Joseph Patrick Higgins

AlternateUS Department of the NavyNaval Facilities Engineering CommandPSC 817, Box 51FPO, AE 09622Principal: Michael O. Gencarelli

E 03/07/2013

SAF-FIR

Thomas R. Janicak

AlternateCeco Door Products801 Mark LaneHampshire, IL 60140Steel Door InstitutePrincipal: Kurt A. Roeper

M 1/10/2002SAF-FIR

Josh Lambert

AlternateUniversity of Texas at Austin304 East 24th Street, Suite 202ADMail Code C2600Austin, TX 78712Principal: Waymon Jackson

U 07/29/2013

SAF-FIR

Timothy J. Orris

AlternateAMCA International, Inc.30 West University DriveArlington Heights, IL 60004-1893Air Movement & Control AssociationPrincipal: Vickie J. Lovell

M 7/29/2005SAF-FIR

Richard N. Walke

AlternateUL LLC333 Pfingsten RoadNorthbrook, IL 60062-2096Principal: Howard Hopper

RT 10/23/2013

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Safety to Life


SAF-FIR

Michael Earl Dillon

Nonvoting MemberDillon Consulting Engineers, Inc.671 Quincy AvenueLong Beach, CA 90814-1818TC on Air Conditioning

SE 10/1/1993SAF-FIR

Kristin Bigda

Staff LiaisonNational Fire Protection Association1 Batterymarch ParkQuincy, MA 02169-7471

6/29/2007

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MINUTES NFPA Technical Committee on Fire Protection Features

NFPA 101 and NFPA 5000 First Draft Meeting Thursday, July 30, 2015

InterContinental Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

1. The meeting was called to order by Chair John Devlin at 8:00 a.m. on July 30, 2015 at

the InterContinental Milwaukee Hotel, Milwaukee, WI.

2. Self-introductions were made by Committee Members and Guests. TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT

NAME COMPANY John Devlin, Chair Aon Fire Protection Engineering

Corporation

Kristin Bigda, Staff National Fire Protection Association

Gregory Cahanin, Principal Cahanin Fire & Code Consulting

Rep.: Louisiana State Firemen’s

Association

Nicholas Dawe, Principal Cobb County Fire Marshal’s Office

Jack Fairchild, Principal Ballinger

Howard Hopper, Principal UL LLC

Jeffrey Hugo, Principal National Fire Sprinkler Association, Inc.

Rep.: National Fire Sprinkler Association

Jonathan Humble, Principal American Iron and Steel Institute

Waymon Jackson, Principal University of Texas at Austin

William Koffel, Principal Koffel Associates, Inc.

Rep.: Glazing Industry Code Committee

Vicki Lovell, Principal InterCode Incorporated

Rep.: Air Movement & Control

Association

William McHugh, Jr., Principal Firestop Contractors International

Association

Rep.: Firestop Contractors International

Association

Kevin Morin, Principal Code Consultants, Inc.

Jeramie Morris, Principal The Dow Chemical Company

Brian Rhodes, Principal JENSEN HUGHES

Kurt Roeper, Principal ASSA ABLOY

Rep.: Steel Door Institute

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Catherine Stashak, Principal Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal

Rep.: Office of the Illinois State Fire

Marshal

Erin Crowley, Alt. to Kevin Morin Code Consultants, Inc.

Rick Glenn, Alt. to John Devlin Aon Fire Protection Engineering

Corporation

Joseph Higgins, Alt. to M. Gencarelli US Department of the Navy

Richard Walke, Alt. to H. Hopper UL LLC

TECHNICAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS NOT PRESENT

NAME COMPANY Russell Bainbridge, Principal CNS Pantex Plan

Richard Butcher, Principal Tarpon Springs Fire Rescue

Rep.: Florida Fire Marshall & Inspectors

Association

Jeffry Dudley, Principal National Aeronautics & Space

Administration

Sam Francis, Principal American Wood Council

Ralph Gerdes, Principal Ralph Gerdes Consultants, LLC

Adam Jones, Principal Buechel Fire Protection District

Marshall Klein, Principal Marshall A. Klein & Associates

Andrew Wahl, Principal Michael Baker International

GUESTS

NAME COMPANY

Paul Coats American Wood Council

Ed Goldhammer Hilti

William Hall Portland Cement Association

Thomas Zaremba Roetzel & Andress

3. Approval of Prior Meeting Minutes. The May 21-22, 2013 meeting minutes were

approved as written and distributed.

4. The process – staff PowerPoint presentation. Staff used the PowerPoint presentation

included in the agenda to discuss the Second Draft phase of the new codes and standards

development process.

5. Correlating committee minutes with direction for 2018 editions. Staff provided

updates on the issues related to the Fire Protection Features Committee as identified in

the correlating committee minutes.

6. Report of Hazardous Materials Task Group. The work of the hazardous materials

task group was presented in the agenda and through public inputs. The committee

created First Revisions based upon the task group work.

7. Report of Opening Protectives Task Group. Cathy Stashak reported the work of the

task group to the Committee. First Revisions were developed based upon the task group’s

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8. Report of Vertical Openings Task Group. Brian Rhodes presented the work of the

task group. It was decided that no revisions are needed at this time.

9. NFPA 101 First Draft preparation. All public inputs were addressed. Additional First

Revisions and Committee Inputs were developed as needed. See First Draft ballot

package and draft.

10. NFPA 5000 First Draft preparation. All public inputs were addressed. Additional

First Revisions and Committee Inputs were developed as needed. See First Draft ballot

package and draft.

11. Future meetings. The Second Draft meeting will be held sometime between May 16

and July 25, 2016 at a location to be determined.

12. Adjournment. The meeting was adjourned by Chair, John Devlin, at 5:45 pm on July

30, 2015.

Meeting Minutes Prepared By:

Kristin Bigda, NFPA Staff Liaison

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Public Comment No. 10-NFPA 101-2016 [ Section No. 8.2.2.5 ]

8.2.2.5* Wall Marking and Identification.

For other than existing assemblies, where there is an accessible concealed floor, floor-ceiling, or attic space, fire barriers, smokebarriers, and smoke partitions shall be permanently identified with signs or stenciling in the concealed space and shall comply with allof the following:

(1) Be located in accessible concealed floor, floor-ceiling, or attic spaces

(2) Be located within 15 ft (4572 mm) of the end of each wall and at intervals not exceeding 30 ft (9144 mm) measured horizontallyalong the wall or partition

(3) Include lettering not less than 3 in. (76 mm) in height with a minimum 3⁄8 in. (9.5 mm) stroke in a contrasting color

(4) Identify the wall type and its fire -resistive resistance rating, as applicable

Additional Proposed Changes

File Name Description Approved

101_CCN_10.pdf 101 CC Note #10

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment

NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as Cc Note No. 10 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to revise terminology in 8.2.2.5(4) from “fire-resistive rating” to “fire resistance rating”.

This action will be considered as a public comment.

Related Item

Correlating Committee Note No. 10-NFPA 101-2016 [New Section after 8.2.2.4]

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: CC ON SAF_AAC

Organization: NFPA CC ON SAFETY TO LIFE

Street Address:

City:

State:

Zip:

Submittal Date: Wed Mar 02 16:13:39 EST 2016

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

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Correlating Committee Note No. 10-NFPA 101-2016 [ New Section after 8.2.2.4 ]


Submitter Full Name: SAF-AAC

Organization: [ Not Specified ]

Street Address:

City:

State:

Zip:

Submittal Date: Fri Jan 08 08:03:55 EST 2016

Committee Statement and Meeting Notes

CommitteeStatement:

The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to revise terminology in 8.2.2.5(4) from “fire-resistive rating” to “fire resistance rating”.


Ballot Results

This item has passed ballot

11 Eligible Voters

0 Not Returned

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0 Affirmative with Comments

0 Negative with Comments

0 Abstention

Affirmative All

Bush, Kenneth E.

Hopper, Howard

Hrustich, Stephen

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Kalie, Jr., J. Edmund

Koffel, William E.

Pauls, Jake

Quiter, James R.

Reiswig, Rodger

Reynolds, Ronald C.

Rosenbaum, Eric R.

National Fire Protection Association Report http://submittals.nfpa.org/TerraViewWeb/FormLaunch?id=/TerraView/C...

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First Revision No. 2501-NFPA 101-2015 [ New Section after 8.2.2.4 ]


For other than existing assemblies, where there is an accessible concealed floor, floor-ceiling, or attic space, fire barriers, smokebarriers, and smoke partitions shall be permanently identified with signs or stenciling in the concealed space and shall comply with allof the following:

(1) Be located in accessible concealed floor, floor-ceiling, or attic spaces


(3) Include lettering not less than 3 in. (76 mm) in height with a minimum 3 ⁄8 in. (9.5 mm) stroke in a contrasting color

(4) Identify the wall type and its fire-resistive rating, as applicable

Supplemental Information

File Name Description

101_A.8.2.2.5.docx


Submitter Full Name: SAF-FIR


Street Address:

City:

State:

Zip:

Submittal Date: Thu Jul 30 14:57:10 EDT 2015


CommitteeStatement:

This proposal supports the concept covered by Public Inputs 285 and 454 for marking fire and smoke rated walls. It clarifiesthe following points:

The requirements are placed in the general section in Chapter 8 so they are applicable for fire barriers, smoke barriers, andsmoke partitions.

Wall markings are only required for assemblies covered by NFPA 101 and NFPA 5000.

The markings are only required for walls that have accessible concealed spaces, and the markings are to be provided in theconcealed spaces.

Response Message:

Public Input No. 285-NFPA 101-2015 [New Section after 8.3.2.3]

Public Input No. 454-NFPA 101-2015 [New Section after 8.3.3.2.3]

Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

19 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.


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Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

Affirmative All

Bainbridge, Russell B.

Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Higgins, Joseph Patrick

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Klein, Marshall A.

Koffel, William E.

Lambert, Josh

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Richardson, Dennis A.

Roeper, Kurt A.

Shino, Gregory K.

Stashak, Catherine L.

Affirmative with Comment

McHugh, Jr., William J.

The marking of barriers is imperative to long term fire safety for building occupants. Without markings, those working above ceilings have no ideawhether the wall provides fire or smoke resistance. The markings set up the inspection and maintenance for the assemblies for the building's lifecycle. If markings make no difference, why do hotels mark sprinklers with a sign saying, 'don't hang anything here'? To communicate with thosewho may not know what the sprinkler is or does. Fire Resistance is a technical trade that the other 20+ building trades may not understand.Without signage, they will not know to not put holes in these walls...nor will they know to notify management if they are breached. .

Negative with Comment

Devlin, John F.

This requirement would lead one to believe that if one found a barrier / partition that was not properly maintained then it is because signage /markings are not present. A knowledgeable person would likely conclude that the reasons for violations of these barriers / partitions are oftenmany and not necessarily because there was no signage / markings. NFPA 1 already provides reasonable guidance for persons conductingbuilding inspections. Requiring these signs / markings is not necessary and will likely not provide any significant improvement in the perceivedproblem it is attempting to remedy.

Gerdes, Ralph D.

I concur with Mr. Delvin

Editorial Comment

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Public Comment No. 43-NFPA 101-2016 [ Section No. 8.3.3 ]

8.3.3 Opening Protectives.

8.3.3.1 General.

Every opening in a fire barrier shall be protected to limit the spread of fire and restrict the movement of smoke from one side of thefire barrier to the other.

8.3.3.2 Minimum Fire Protection Rating.

8.3.3.2.1*

Fire protection ratings for products required to comply with 8.3.3 shall be as determined and reported by a nationally recognizedtesting agency in accordance with NFPA 252, NFPA 257, ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies, ANSI/UL 10C,Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies, or ANSI/UL 9, Standard for Fire Tests of Window Assemblies.


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8.3.3.2.2*


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The fire protection rating for opening protectives in fire barriers, fire-rated smoke barriers, and fire-rated smoke partitions shall be inaccordance with Table 8.3.3.2.2, except as otherwise permitted in 8.3.3.2.3 or 8.3.3.2.4.

Table 8.3.3.2.2 Minimum Fire Ratings for Opening Protectives in Fire Resistance–Rated Assemblies and Fire-Rated GlazingMarkings

Wallsand

Partitions(hr)

Fire DoorAssemblies

(hr)

DoorVisionPanel

MaximumSize

(in.2)

Fire-RatedGlazingMarking

DoorVisionPane

Minimum SideLight/Transom

Assembly Rating (hr)

Fire-Rated GlazingMarking Side

Light/Transom Panel

Minimum Fire-Rated

Windows Ratinga,b

(hr)

ComponentFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistance

Elevatorhoistways

2 11⁄2 155 in.2 c D-H-90 orD-H-W-90

NP 2 NP D-H-W-120 NP 2

1 1 155 in.2 c D-H-60 orD-H-W-60


1⁄2 1⁄3 85 in.2 d D-20 orD-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1⁄3 1⁄3

Elevatorlobby (per7.2.13.4)

1 1 100 in.2 a≤100 in.2,

D-H-T-60 orD-H-W-60


>100 in.2,D-H-W-60

Verticalshafts(includingstairways,exits, andrefusechutes

2 11⁄2Maximumsize tested

D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


1 1Maximumsize tested

D-H-60 orD-H-W-60


Replacementpanels inexistingverticalshafts

1⁄2 1⁄3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1⁄3 1⁄3

Fire barriers 3 3 100 in.2 a<=100 in.2,D-H-180 orD-H-W-180


>100 in.2,D-H-W-180


D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


1 3⁄4

Maximumsize

testede

D-H-45 orD-H-W-45

3⁄4e 3⁄4e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3⁄4 3⁄4


D-20 orD-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1⁄3 1⁄3

Horizontalexits


D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


Horizontalexits servedby bridgesbetweenbuildings

2 3⁄4

Maximumsize

testede

D-H-45 orD-H-W-45

3⁄4e 3⁄4e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3⁄4 3⁄4

Exit access

corridorsf 1 1⁄3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

3⁄4 3⁄4 D-H-45 D-H-W-20 3⁄4 3⁄4


D-20 orD-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3 D-H-20 D-H-W-20 1⁄3 1⁄3

Smoke

barriersf 1 1⁄3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

3⁄4 3⁄4 D-H-45 D-H-W-20 3⁄4 3⁄4

Smoke

partitionsf,g1⁄2 1⁄3

Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3 D- H-20 D-H-W-20 1⁄3 1⁄3


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Wallsand

Partitions(hr)

Fire DoorAssemblies

(hr)

DoorVisionPanel

MaximumSize

(in.2)


DoorVisionPane




Light/Transom Panel

Minimum Fire-Rated

Windows Ratinga,b

(hr)

ComponentFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistance


D-H-60 orD-H-W-60


For SI units, 1 in.2 = 0.00064516 m2.

NP: Not permitted.

aFire resistance–rated glazing tested to ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, orANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, shall be permitted in the maximum size tested (see8.3.3.7).

bFire-rated glazing in exterior windows shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.12.

cSee ASME A17.1/CSA B44, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, for additional information.

dSee ASME A17.3, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, for additional information.

eMaximum area of individual exposed lights shall be 1296 in.2 (0.84 m2), with no dimension exceeding 54 in. (1.37 m) unlessotherwise tested. [80: Table 4.4.5 Note b and 80:4.4.5.1].

fFire doors are not required to have a hose stream test per ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies, or ANSI/UL10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.

gFor residential board and care, see 32.2.3.1 and 33.2.3.1.

8.3.3.2.3

Existing fire door assemblies having a minimum 3⁄4-hour fire protection rating shall be permitted to continue to be used in verticalopenings and in exit enclosures in lieu of the minimum 1-hour fire protection rating required by Table 8.3.3.2.2.

8.3.3.2.4

Where a 20-minute fire protection–rated door is required in existing buildings, an existing 13⁄4 in. (44 mm) solid-bonded wood-coredoor, an existing steel-clad (tin-clad) wood door, or an existing solid-core steel door with positive latch and closer shall be permitted,unless otherwise specified by Chapters11 through 43.

8.3.3.2.5

Openings required to have a fire protection rating by Table 8.3.3.2.2 shall be protected by approved, listed, and labeled fire doorassemblies and fire window assemblies and their accompanying hardware, including all frames, closing devices, anchorage, and sillsin accordance with the requirements of NFPA 80 except as otherwise specified in this Code.

8.3.3.3* Fire Doors.

8.3.3.3.1

Fire door assemblies shall be installed, inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80.

8.3.3.3.2

All fire door assemblies shall bear an approved label.

8.3.3.3.3

Labels on fire door assemblies shall be maintained in a legible condition.

8.3.3.3.4*

In existing installations, steel door frames without a label shall be permitted where approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

8.3.3.3.5

The maximum size of the fire doors shall not exceed that specified in NFPA 80, except as modified by Chapter 7.

8.3.3.3.6

Unless otherwise specified, fire doors shall be self-closing or automatic-closing.

8.3.3.4 Floor Fire Door Assemblies.

8.3.3.4.1

Floor fire door assemblies used to protect openings in fire resistance–rated floors shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 288 andshall achieve a fire resistance rating not less than the assembly being penetrated.

8.3.3.4.2

Floor fire door assemblies shall be listed and labeled.

8.3.3.5 Fire Windows.

8.3.3.5.1

Fire window assemblies shall be installed, inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80.


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8.3.3.5.2

All fire window assemblies shall bear an approved label.

8.3.3.5.3*

Fire window assemblies shall be permitted in fire barriers having a required fire resistance rating of 1 hour or less and shall be of anapproved type with the appropriate fire protection rating for the location in which they are installed.

8.3.3.6 Glazing.

8.3.3.6.1

Glazing materials that have been listed and labeled to indicate the type of opening to be protected for fire protection purposes shallbe permitted to be used in approved opening protectives in accordance with Table 8.3.3.2.2 and in sizes in accordance with NFPA80.

8.3.3.6.2

Fire-rated glazing assemblies shall be permitted as follows:

(1) Those marked as complying with hose stream requirements (H) shall be permitted in applications that do not requirecompliance with hose stream requirements.

(2) Those marked as complying with temperature rise requirements (T) shall be permitted in applications that do not requirecompliance with temperature rise requirements.

(3) Those marked with ratings that exceed the ratings required by this Code (XXX) shall be permitted.

8.3.3.6.3

New fire protection–rated glazing shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.6.3 and Table 8.3.3.2.2, and such marking shall bepermanently affixed.

Table 8.3.3.6.3 Marking Fire-Rated Glazing Assemblies

Fire Test Standard Marking Definition of Marking

ASTM E119 or ANSI/UL 263a W Meets wall assembly criteria

NFPA 257 OH Meets fire window assembly criteria, including the hose stream test

NFPA 252 D Meets fire door assembly criteria

H Meets fire door assembly hose stream test

T Meets 450°F (232°C) temperature rise criteria for 30 minutes

XXX The time, in minutes, of fire resistance or fire protection rating of the glazing assembly

8.3.3.6.4

New fire resistance–rated glazing shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.6.3 and Table 8.3.3.2.2, and such marking shallbe permanently affixed.

8.3.3.6.5

Fire protection–rated glazing shall be permitted in fire barriers having a required fire resistance rating of 1 hour or less and shall be ofan approved type with the appropriate fire protection rating for the location in which the barriers are installed.

8.3.3.6.6*

Glazing in fire window assemblies, other than in existing fire window installations of wired glass and other fire-rated glazing material,shall be of a design that has been tested to meet the conditions of acceptance of NFPA 257 or ANSI/UL 9, Standard for Fire Tests ofWindow Assemblies.

8.3.3.6.7

Fire protection–rated glazing in fire door assemblies, other than in existing fire-rated door assemblies, shall be of a design that hasbeen tested to meet the conditions of acceptance of NFPA 252, ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies, orANSI/UL 10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.

8.3.3.6.8

Fire resistance–rated glazing tested in accordance with ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Constructionand Materials, or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, shall be permitted in fire doors andfire window assemblies in accordance with their listings.

8.3.3.6.9

Nonsymmetrical fire protection–rated glazing systems shall be tested with each face exposed to the furnace, and the assigned fireprotection rating shall be the shortest duration obtained from the two tests conducted in compliance with NFPA 257 or ANSI/UL 9,Standard for Fire Tests of Window Assemblies.

8.3.3.6.10

The total combined area of glazing in fire-rated window assemblies and fire-rated door assemblies used in fire barriers shall notexceed 25 percent of the area of the fire barrier that is common with any room, unless the installation meets one of the followingcriteria:

(1) The installation is an existing fire window installation of wired glass and other fire-rated glazing materials in approved frames.

(2) The fire protection–rated glazing material is installed in approved existing frames.


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8.3.3.6.11

Existing installations of wired glass of 1⁄4 in. (6.3 mm) thickness and labeled for fire protection purposes shall be permitted to be usedin approved opening protectives, provided that the maximum size specified by the listing is not exceeded.

8.3.3.7 Sidelights and Transoms.

Glazing used in sidelights and transoms adjacent to 20-minute doors in 1-hour corridor fire barriers shall be tested in accordancewith 8.3.3.2, including hose stream, and shall attain a minimum 45-minute fire protection rating.





NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 47 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to do the following:

1. Change the text within 8.3.3.2.2 from “the fire protection rating for opening protectives…” to “the fire rating for opening protectives…” for correlation with the title of Table 8.3.3.2.2 (First Draft report numbering) as the table addresses both fire protection ratings and fire resistance ratings.

2. Consider the Negative ballot of Klein relative to the inconsistency being created in Table 8.3.3.2.2 by requiring a smoke partition with 1-hr fire resistance rating to have 1-hr fire protection-rated opening protectives but continuing to allow a smoke barrier with 1-hr fire resistance rating to have 1/3-hr fire protection-rated opening protectives.

3. Consider the Negative ballot of Koffel relative to applicability of annex text (see, for example, A.8.3.3.3.4, A.8.3.3.5.3 and A.8.3.3.6.6) as not all opening protectives in a fire barrier are tested to limit smoke spread. Split annex text as appropriate so that it is tied to the applicable code requirement.

4. Revise 8.3.3.3.5, relative to fire doors not exceeding size requirements of NFPA 80, to delete the words “except as modified by Chapter 7” unless it can be documented that Chapter 7 permits larger fire doors.

5. Revise 8.8 Inspection and Testing of Door Assemblies so the embedded reference is changed from “8.3.3.10” to “8.3.3.3.1”.

6. Within Table 8.3.3.2.2, the section on “fire barriers” within the table should be relocated to the beginning of the table or the end of the table to clarify that it addresses fire barriers as otherwise not addressed within the table. The term “other fire barriers” is suggested.

These actions will be considered as a public comment.

Related Item

Correlating Committee Note No. 47-NFPA 101-2016 [Sections 8.3.3, 8.3.4, 8.3.5, 8.3.6]




Street Address:

City:

State:

Zip:

Submittal Date: Thu Mar 03 15:15:48 EST 2016


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Correlating Committee Note No. 47-NFPA 101-2016 [ Sections 8.3.3, 8.3.4, 8.3.5, 8.3.6 ]



Organization: National Fire Protection Assoc

Street Address:

City:

State:

Zip:

Submittal Date: Wed Jan 13 08:21:09 EST 2016


CommitteeStatement:

The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to do the following:

1. Change the text within 8.3.3.2.2 from “the fire protection rating for opening protectives…” to “the fire rating for openingprotectives…” for correlation with the title of Table 8.3.3.2.2 (First Draft report numbering) as the table addresses both fireprotection ratings and fire resistance ratings.

2. Consider the Negative ballot of Klein relative to the inconsistency being created in Table 8.3.3.2.2 by requiring a smoke partitionwith 1-hr fire resistance rating to have 1-hr fire protection-rated opening protectives but continuing to allow a smoke barrier with1-hr fire resistance rating to have 1/3-hr fire protection-rated opening protectives.

3. Consider the Negative ballot of Koffel relative to applicability of annex text (see, for example, A.8.3.3.3.4, A.8.3.3.5.3 andA.8.3.3.6.6) as not all opening protectives in a fire barrier are tested to limit smoke spread. Split annex text as appropriate so thatit is tied to the applicable code requirement.

4. Revise 8.3.3.3.5, relative to fire doors not exceeding size requirements of NFPA 80, to delete the words “except as modified byChapter 7” unless it can be documented that Chapter 7 permits larger fire doors.

5. Revise 8.8 Inspection and Testing of Door Assemblies so the embedded reference is changed from “8.3.3.10” to “8.3.3.3.1”.

6. Within Table 8.3.3.2.2, the section on “fire barriers” within the table should be relocated to the beginning of the table or the endof the table to clarify that it addresses fire barriers as otherwise not addressed within the table. The term “other fire barriers” issuggested.


Ballot Results


11 Eligible Voters

0 Not Returned

11 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Affirmative All

Bush, Kenneth E.

Hopper, Howard

Hrustich, Stephen

Hugo, Jeffrey M.


Koffel, William E.

Pauls, Jake

Quiter, James R.

Reiswig, Rodger


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Reynolds, Ronald C.

Rosenbaum, Eric R.


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First Revision No. 6502-NFPA 101-2015 [ Sections 8.3.3, 8.3.4, 8.3.5, 8.3.6 ]

8.3.3 Fire Doors and Windows. Opening Protectives.

8.3.3.1 General.

Every opening in a fire barrier shall be protected to limit the spread of fire and restrict the movement of smoke from one side of the firebarrier to the other .

8.3.3.1.1

Fire resistance–rated glazing tested in accordance with ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Constructionand Materials , or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials , shall be permitted in fire doorassemblies and fire window assemblies where tested and installed in accordance with their listings.

8.3.3.1.2

New fire resistance–rated glazing shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.12 and Table 8.3.4.2. Such marking shall bepermanently affixed.

8.3.3.2 Minimum Fire Protection Rating.

8.3.3.2.1*

Fire protection ratings for products required to comply with 8.3.3 shall be as determined and reported by a nationally recognized testingagency in accordance with NFPA 252 , NFPA 257 , ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies , ANSI/UL 10C, Standardfor Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies , or ANSI/UL 9, Standard for Fire Tests of Window Assemblies .


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8.3.3.2.2*


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The fire protection rating for opening protectives in fire barriers, fire-rated smoke barriers, and fire-rated smoke partitions shall be inaccordance with Table 8.3.3.2.2 , except as otherwise permitted in 8.3.3.2.3 or 8.3.3.2.4 .

Table 8.3.3.2.2 Minimum Fire Ratings for Opening Protectives in Fire Resistance–Rated Assemblies and Fire-Rated Glazing Markings

Wallsand

Partitions(hr)

Fire DoorAssemblies

(hr)

DoorVisionPanel

Maximum

Size (in.2 )


DoorVisionPane




Light/Transom Panel

Minimum Fire-Rated

Windows Rating a,b

(hr)

ComponentFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistance

Elevatorhoistways

2 1 1 ⁄2 155 in. 2

c

D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


1 1 155 in. 2

c

D-H-60 orD-H-W-60


1 ⁄2 1 ⁄3 85 in. 2 d D-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3


1 1 100 in. 2

a

≤100 in. 2

, D-H-T-60or

D-H-W-60


>100 in. 2

, D-H-W-60


2 1 1 ⁄2Maximumsize tested

D-H-90 orD-H-W-90



D-H-60 orD-H-W-60



1 ⁄2 1 ⁄3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3

Fire barriers 3 3 100 in.2a

<=100 in.2 ,

D-H-180 orD-H-W-180


>100 in. 2

,D-H-W-180


D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


1 3 ⁄4

Maximum

size testede

D-H-45 orD-H-W-45

3 ⁄4 e 3 ⁄4 e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄4 3 ⁄4

1 ⁄2 1 ⁄3Maximum

size testedD-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3

Horizontalexits


D-H-90 orD-H-W-90



2 3 ⁄4

Maximum

size testede

D-H-45 orD-H-W-45

3 ⁄4 e 3 ⁄4 e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄4 3 ⁄4

Exit access

corridors f 1 1 ⁄3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

3 ⁄4 3 ⁄4 D-H-45 D-H-W-20 3 ⁄4 3 ⁄4

1 ⁄2 1 ⁄3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 D-H-20 D-H-W-20 1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3

Smoke

barriers f 1 1 ⁄3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

3 ⁄4 3 ⁄4 D-H-45 D-H-W-20 3 ⁄4 3 ⁄4


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Wallsand

Partitions(hr)

Fire DoorAssemblies

(hr)

DoorVisionPanel

Maximum

Size (in.2 )


DoorVisionPane




Light/Transom Panel

Minimum Fire-Rated

Windows Rating a,b

(hr)

ComponentFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistance

Smoke

partitions f,g1 ⁄2 1 ⁄3

Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3 D- H-20 D-H-W-20 1 ⁄3 1 ⁄3


D-H-60 orD-H-W-60


For SI units, 1 in. 2 = 0.00064516 m 2 .

NP: Not permitted.

a Fire resistance–rated glazing tested to ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials ,or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials , shall be permitted in the maximum size tested (see8.3.3.7) .

b Fire-rated glazing in exterior windows shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.12.

c See ASME A17.1/CSA B44, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators , for additional information.

d See ASME A17.3, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators , for additional information.

e Maximum area of individual exposed lights shall be 1296 in. 2 (0.84 m 2 ), with no dimension exceeding 54 in. (1.37 m) unlessotherwise tested. [ 80: Table 4.4.5 Note b and 80: 4.4.5.1].

f Fire doors are not required to have a hose stream test per ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies , or ANSI/UL10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies .

g For residential board and care, see 32.2.3.1 and 33.2.3.1.

8.3.3.2.3

Existing fire door assemblies having a minimum 3⁄4 -hour fire protection rating shall be permitted to continue to be used in verticalopenings and in exit enclosures in lieu of the minimum 1-hour fire protection rating required by Table 8.3.3.2.2 .

8.3.3.2.4

Where a 20-minute fire protection–rated door is required in existing buildings, an existing 1 3⁄4 in. (44 mm) solid-bonded wood-core door,an existing steel-clad (tin-clad) wood door, or an existing solid-core steel door with positive latch and closer shall be permitted, unlessotherwise specified by Chapters 11 through 43 .

8.3.3.2.5

Openings required to have a fire protection rating by Table 8.3.3.2.2 shall be protected by approved, listed, and labeled fire doorassemblies and fire window assemblies and their accompanying hardware, including all frames, closing devices, anchorage, and sills inaccordance with the requirements of NFPA 80 except as otherwise specified in this Code .

8.3.3.3* Fire Doors.

Fire protection ratings for products required to comply with 8.3.3 shall be as determined and reported by a nationally recognizedtesting agency in accordance with NFPA 252 , Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies ; ANSI/UL 10B, Standard forFire Tests of Door Assemblies ; ANSI/UL 10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies ; NFPA 257 ,Standard on Fire Test for Window and Glass Block Assemblies ; or ANSI/UL 9, Standard for Fire Tests of Window Assemblies .

8.3.3.3.1

Fire protection–rated glazing shall be evaluated under positive pressure in accordance with NFPA 257 , Standard on Fire Test forWindow and Glass Block Assemblies Fire door assemblies shall be installed, inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance withNFPA 80 .

8.3.3.3.2

All products required to comply with 8.3.3.2 shall bear an approved label. All fire door assemblies shall bear an approved label.

8.3.3.3.3

Labels on fire door assemblies shall be maintained in a legible condition.

8.3.3.3.4*

In existing installations, steel door frames without a label shall be permitted where approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

8.3.3.3.5

The maximum size of the fire doors shall not exceed that specified in NFPA 80 , except as modified by Chapter 7 .

8.3.3.3.6

Unless otherwise specified, fire doors shall be self-closing or automatic-closing in accordance with 7.2.1.8 .

8.3.3.3.5 Labels.

8.3.3.4 Floor Fire Door Assemblies.


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8.3.3.4.1

Floor fire door assemblies used to protect openings in fire resistance–rated floors shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 288 ,Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Horizontal Fire Door Assemblies Installed in Horizontal Fire Resistance–Rated Assemblies , andshall achieve a fire resistance rating not less than the assembly being penetrated.

8.3.3.4.2

Floor fire door assemblies shall be listed and labeled.

8.3.3.5 Fire Windows.

8.3.3.5.1

Fire window assemblies shall be installed, inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80 .

8.3.3.5.2

All fire window assemblies shall bear an approved label.

8.3.3.5.3*

Fire protection–rated glazing Fire window assemblies shall be permitted in fire barriers having a required fire resistance rating of 1 houror less and shall be of an approved type with the appropriate fire protection rating for the location in which the barriers they areinstalled.

8.3.3.6 Glazing.

8.3.3.6.1

Glazing materials that have been listed and labeled to indicate the type of opening to be protected for fire protection purposes shall bepermitted to be used in approved opening protectives in accordance with Table 8.3.3.2.2 and in sizes in accordance with NFPA 80 .

8.3.3.6.2

Fire-rated glazing assemblies shall be permitted as follows:

(1) Those marked as complying with hose stream requirements (H) shall be permitted in applications that do not require compliancewith hose stream requirements.

(2) Those marked as complying with temperature rise requirements (T) shall be permitted in applications that do not requirecompliance with temperature rise requirements.

(3) Those marked with ratings that exceed the ratings required by this Code (XXX) shall be permitted.

8.3.3.6.3

New fire protection–rated glazing shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.6.3 and Table 8.3.3.2.2 , and such marking shall bepermanently affixed.

Table 8.3.3.6.3 Marking Fire-Rated Glazing Assemblies

Fire Test Standard Marking Definition of Marking

ASTM E119 or ANSI/UL 263 a W Meets wall assembly criteria

NFPA 257 OH Meets fire window assembly criteria, including the hose stream test

NFPA 252 D Meets fire door assembly criteria

H Meets fire door assembly hose stream test

T Meets 450°F (232°C) temperature rise criteria for 30 minutes

XXX The time, in minutes, of fire resistance or fire protection rating of the glazing assembly

a ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials and ANSI/UL 263, Standard for FireTests of Building Construction and Materials .

8.3.3.6.4

New fire resistance–rated glazing shall bear the identifier “W-XXX” where “XXX” is the fire resistance rating in minutes. Suchidentification be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.6.3 and Table 8.3.3.2.2 , and such marking shall be permanently affixed.

8.3.3.6.5

Fire protection–rated glazing shall be permitted in fire barriers having a required fire resistance rating of 1 hour or less and shall be of anapproved type with the appropriate fire protection rating for the location in which the barriers are installed.

8.3.3.6.6*

Glazing in fire window assemblies, other than in existing fire window installations of wired glass and other fire-rated glazing material,shall be of a design that has been tested to meet the conditions of acceptance of NFPA 257 or ANSI/UL 9, Standard for Fire Tests ofWindow Assemblies .

8.3.3.6.7

Fire protection–rated glazing in fire door assemblies, other than in existing fire-rated door assemblies, shall be of a design that has beentested to meet the conditions of acceptance of NFPA 252 , Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies ; ANSI/UL 10B,Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies ; , or ANSI/UL 10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies .


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8.3.3.6.8

Fire resistance–rated glazing complying with 8.3.2.1.1 tested in accordance with ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests ofBuilding Construction and Materials , or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials , shall bepermitted in fire doors and fire window assemblies in accordance with their listings.

8.3.3.6.9

Nonsymmetrical fire protection–rated glazing systems shall be tested with each face exposed to the furnace, and the assigned fireprotection rating shall be the shortest duration obtained from the two tests conducted in compliance with NFPA 257 or ANSI/UL 9,Standard for Fire Tests of Window Assemblies .

8.3.3.6.10

The total combined area of glazing in fire-rated window assemblies and fire-rated door assemblies used in fire barriers shall not exceed25 percent of the area of the fire barrier that is common with any room, unless the installation meets one of the following criteria:

(1) The installation is an existing fire window installation of wired glass and other fire-rated glazing materials in approved frames.

(2) The fire protection–rated glazing material is installed in approved existing frames.

8.3.3.6.11

Existing installations of wired glass of 1⁄4 in. (6.3 mm) thickness and labeled for fire protection purposes shall be permitted to be used inapproved opening protectives, provided that the maximum size specified by the listing is not exceeded.

8.3.3.10

Fire-rated door assemblies shall be inspected and tested in accordance with NFPA 80 .

8.3.3.7 Sidelights and Transoms.

Glazing used in sidelights and transoms adjacent to 20-minute doors in 1-hour corridor fire barriers shall be tested in accordance with8.3.3.2 , including hose stream, and shall attain a minimum 45-minute fire protection rating.

8.3.5 Joints.

8.3.5.1 General.

8.3.5.1.1

The provisions of 8.3.5 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect joints in fire barriers, in between firebarriers, and at the perimeter of fire barriers where fire barriers meet other fire barriers, the floor or roof deck above, or the outside walls.

8.3.5.1.2

The provisions of 8.3.5 shall not apply to approved existing materials and methods of construction used to protect existing joints in firebarriers, unless otherwise required by Chapters 11 through 43 .

8.3.5.2 Joint System Requirements.

8.3.5.2.1*

Joints made within or at the perimeter of fire barriers, between fire resistance–rated assemblies, or where fire barriers meet other firebarriers, the floor or rook roof deck above, or the outside walls shall be protected with a joint system that is designed and tested toprevent the spread of fire for a time period equal to that of the assembly in which the joint is located.

8.3.5.2.2

Joints made within or at the perimeter of fire barriers used as smoke barriers shall be capable of restricting the transfer of smoke inaccordance with 8.5.7.4 .

8.3.5.2.3

Joints shall be installed in accordance with a tested system, and installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’sinstructions.

8.3.5.2.4

Testing of the joint system in a fire barrier shall be representative of the actual installation suitable for the required engineering demandwithout compromising the fire resistance rating of the assembly or the structural integrity of the assembly.

8.3.5.2.5

Such materials, systems, or devices shall be tested as part of the assembly in accordance with the requirements of ASTM E1966,Standard Test Method for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems , or ANSI/UL 2079, Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Building JointSystems .

8.3.5.2.6

All joint systems shall be tested at their maximum joint width in accordance with the requirements of ASTM E1966, Standard TestMethod for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems , or ANSI/UL 2079, Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems , under a

minimum positive pressure differential of 0.01 in. water column (2.5 N/m 2 ) for a time period equal to that of the assembly.

8.3.5.2.7

All test specimens shall comply with the minimum height or length required by the standard.

8.3.5.2.8

Wall assemblies shall be subjected to a hose stream test in accordance with ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests ofBuilding Construction and Materials , or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials .


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8.3.5.3

Joints made between a fire barrier and a non-fire-resistance-rated floor or roof sheathing, slab, or deck above shall be protected by anapproved continuity head of wall joint system installed as tested in accordance with ASTM E2837, Standard Test Method forDetermining the Fire Resistance of Continuity Head-of-Wall Joint Systems Installed Between Rated Wall Assemblies and NonratedHorizontal Assemblies , and the system shall have an F rating and T rating of not less than the required fire resistance rating of the firebarrier.

8.3.5.4* Exterior Curtain Walls and Perimeter Joints.

8.3.5.4.1

Voids created between the fire resistance–rated floor assembly and the exterior curtain wall shall be protected with a perimeter jointsystem that is designed and tested in accordance with ASTM E2307, Standard Test Method for Determining Fire Resistance ofPerimeter Fire Barriers Using Intermediate-Scale, Multi-story Apparatus .

8.3.5.4.2

The perimeter joint system shall have an F rating equal to the fire resistance rating of the floor assembly.

8.3.4 Penetrations.

8.3.4.1 General.

8.3.4.1.1

The provisions of 8.3.4 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect through-penetrations and membranepenetrations in fire walls, fire barrier walls, and fire resistance–rated horizontal assemblies.

8.3.4.1.2

The provisions of 8.3.4 shall not apply to approved existing materials and methods of construction used to protect existing through-penetrations and existing membrane penetrations in fire walls, fire barrier walls, or fire resistance–rated horizontal assemblies, unlessotherwise required by Chapters 11 through 43.

8.3.4.1.3

Penetrations shall be installed in accordance with a tested system, and installed and maintained in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions.

8.3.4.2* Firestop Systems and Devices Required.

8.3.4.2.1

Penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, combustion vents and exhaust vents, wires, and similar items toaccommodate electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a wall, floor, or floor/ceiling assemblyconstructed as a fire barrier shall be protected by a firestop system or device.

8.3.4.2.2 Testing.

The firestop system or device shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E814, Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of ThroughPenetration Fire Stops, or ANSI/UL 1479, Standard for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops, at a minimum positive pressure

differential of 0.01 in. water column (2.5 N/m 2 Pa ) between the exposed and the unexposed surface of the test assembly.

8.3.4.2.3 F Ratings.

Firestop systems and devices shall have an F rating of not less than 1 hour, and not less than the required fire resistance rating of thefire barrier penetrated.

8.3.4.2.4 T Ratings.

8.3.4.2.4.1

Penetrations in fire resistance–rated horizontal assemblies shall be required to have a T rating of at least not less than 1 hour, but andnot less than the fire resistance rating of the horizontal assembly.

8.3.4.2.4.2

, and A T rating shall not be required for either of the following:

(1) Floor penetrations contained within the cavity of a wall assembly

(2) Penetrations through floors or floor assemblies where the penetration is not in direct contact with combustible material

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8.3.4.2.5.1

The requirements of 8.3.4.2 shall not apply where otherwise permitted by any one of the following:

(1) Where penetrations are tested and installed as part of an assembly tested and rated in accordance with ASTM E119, Standard TestMethods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction andMaterials

(2) Where penetrations through floors are enclosed in a shaft enclosure designed as a fire barrier

(3) Where concrete, grout, or mortar has been used to fill the annular spaces around cast-iron, copper, or steel piping, conduit, ortubing that penetrates one or more concrete or masonry fire resistance–rated assemblies, and both all of the following criteria arealso met applies :

(a) The nominal diameter of each penetrating item shall does not exceed 6 in. (150 mm).

(b) The opening size shall does not exceed 1 ft2 (0.09 m2).

(c) The thickness of the concrete, grout, or mortar shall be is the full thickness of the assembly.

(4) Where firestopping materials are used with the following penetrating items, the penetration is limited to one floor, and thefirestopping material is capable of preventing the passage of flame and hot gases sufficient to ignite cotton waste when subjected tothe time–temperature fire conditions of ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, orANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Materials, NFPA 251 under a minimum positive pressure differential of 0.01 in.water column (2.5 Pa) at the location of the penetration for the time period equivalent to the required fire resistance rating of theassembly penetrated, and the firestopping materials are used with the following penetrating items :

(a) Steel, ferrous, or copper cables

(b) Cable or wire with steel jackets

(c) Cast-iron, steel, or copper pipes

(d) Steel conduit or tubing

8.3.4.2.5.2

The maximum nominal diameter of the penetrating item, as indicated in 8.3.4.2.5.1(4)(a) through 8.3.4.2.5.1(4)(d) , shall not be greater

than 4 in. (100 mm) and shall not exceed an aggregate 100 in.2 (64,520 mm2) opening in any 100 ft2 (9.3 m2) of floor or wall area.

8.3.4.3 Sleeves.

Where the penetrating item uses a sleeve to penetrate the wall or floor, the sleeve shall be securely set in the wall or floor, and the spacebetween the item and the sleeve shall be filled with a material that complies with 8.3.4.2.

8.3.4.4 Insulation and Coverings.

Insulation and coverings for penetrating items shall not pass through the wall or floor unless the insulation or covering has been testedas part of the firestop system or device.

8.3.4.5 Transmission of Vibrations Vibration Isolation .

Where designs take transmission of vibrations into consideration, any vibration isolation shall meet one of the following conditions:

(1) It shall be provided on either side of the wall or floor.

(2) It shall be designed for the specific purpose.

8.3.4.6 Transitions.

8.3.4.6.1

Where piping penetrates a fire resistance–rated wall or floor assembly, combustible piping shall not connect to noncombustible pipingwithin 36 in. (915 mm) of the firestop system or device without demonstration that the transition will not reduce the fire resistance rating,except in the case of previously approved installations.

8.3.4.6.2

Unshielded couplings shall not be used to connect noncombustible piping to combustible piping unless it can be demonstrated that thetransition complies with the fire-resistive requirements of 8.3.4.2.

8.3.4.7 Membrane Penetrations.

8.3.4.7.1

Membrane penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, combustion vents and , exhaust vents, wires, and similar itemsto accommodate electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a membrane of a wall, floor, orfloor/ceiling assembly constructed as a fire barrier shall be protected by a firestop system or device and shall comply with 8.3.4.2through 8.3.4.6.2.


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8.3.4.7.2

The firestop system or device shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E814, Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of ThroughPenetration Fire Stops, or ANSI/UL 1479, Standard for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops, at a minimum positive pressure

differential of 0.01 in. water column (2.5 N/m2) between the exposed and the unexposed surface of the test assembly, unless one of thefollowing conditions applies:

(1) Membrane penetrations of ceilings that are not an integral part of a fire resistance–rated floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assembly shallbe permitted.

(2) Membrane penetrations of steel, ferrous, or copper conduits, and pipes, tubes, or combustion vents or exhaust vents, shall bepermitted where the annular space is protected with an approved material and the aggregate area of the openings does not exceed

0.7 ft2 (0.06 m2) in any 100 ft2 (9.3 m2) of ceiling area.

(3) Electrical outlet boxes and fittings shall be permitted, provided that such devices are listed for use in fire resistance–ratedassemblies and are installed in accordance with their listing.

(4) The annular space created by the membrane penetration of a fire sprinkler shall be permitted, provided that the space is coveredby a metal escutcheon plate.

8.3.4.7.3

Where walls or partitions are required to have a minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating, recessed fixtures shall be installed in the wall orpartition in such a manner that the required fire resistance is not reduced, unless one of the following criteria is met:

(1) Any steel electrical box not exceeding 0.1 ft2 (0.01 m2) in area shall be permitted where the aggregate area of the openings

provided for the boxes does not exceed 0.7 ft2 (0.06 m2) in any 100 ft2 (9.3 m2) of wall area, and, where outlet boxes are installedon opposite sides of the wall, the boxes shall be separated by one of the following means :

(a) Horizontal distance of not less than 24 in. (610 mm)

(b) Horizontal distance of not less than the depth of the wall cavity, where the wall cavity is filled with cellulose loose-fill, rock wool,or slag wool insulation

(c)

(d) Other listed materials and methods

(2) Membrane penetrations for any listed electrical outlet box made of any material shall be permitted, provided that such boxes havebeen tested for use in fire resistance–rated assemblies and are installed in accordance with the instructions included in the listing.

(3) The annular space created by the membrane penetration of a fire sprinkler shall be permitted, provided that the space is coveredby a metal escutcheon plate.

(4) Membrane penetrations by electrical boxes of any size or type, which have been listed as part of a wall opening protective materialsystem for use in fire resistance–rated assemblies and are installed in accordance with the instructions included in the listing, shallbe permitted.

8.3.4.8 Openings for Air-Handling Ductwork. Ducts and Air-Transfer Openings.

Openings in fire barriers for air-handling ductwork or air movement shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.1.

8.3.6 Penetrations.

The provisions of 8.3.4 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect through-penetrations and membranepenetrations in fire walls, fire barrier walls, and fire resistance–rated horizontal assemblies. The provisions of 8.3.4 shall not apply toapproved existing materials and methods of construction used to protect existing through-penetrations and existing membranepenetrations in fire walls, fire barrier walls, or fire resistance–rated horizontal assemblies, unless otherwise required by Chapters 11through 43 .

8.3.6.1* Firestop Systems and Devices Required.

Penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, combustion vents and exhaust vents, wires, and similar items toaccommodate electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a wall, floor, or floor/ceiling assemblyconstructed as a fire barrier shall be protected by a firestop system or device. The firestop system or device shall be tested inaccordance with ASTM E814, Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Through Penetration Fire Stops , or ANSI/UL 1479, Standard

for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops , at a minimum positive pressure differential of 0.01 in. water column (2.5 N/m 2 )between the exposed and the unexposed surface of the test assembly.

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8.3.6.1.1

The requirements of 8.3.4.2 shall not apply where otherwise permitted by any one of the following:

Where penetrations are tested and installed as part of an assembly tested and rated in accordance with ASTM E119, StandardTest Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials , or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of BuildingConstruction and Materials

Where penetrations through floors are enclosed in a shaft enclosure designed as a fire barrier

Where concrete, grout, or mortar has been used to fill the annular spaces around cast-iron, copper, or steel piping thatpenetrates one or more concrete or masonry fire resistance–rated assemblies and both of the following criteria are also met:

The nominal diameter of each penetrating item shall not exceed 6 in. (150 mm), and the opening size shall not exceed 1 ft2 (0.09 m 2 ).

The thickness of the concrete, grout, or mortar shall be the full thickness of the assembly.

Where firestopping materials are used with the following penetrating items, the penetration is limited to one floor, and thefirestopping material is capable of preventing the passage of flame and hot gases sufficient to ignite cotton waste when subjectedto the time–temperature fire conditions of ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction andMaterials , or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Materials , NFPA 251 under a minimum positive pressuredifferential of 0.01 in. water column (2.5 Pa) at the location of the penetration for the time period equivalent to the required fireresistance rating of the assembly penetrated:

Steel, ferrous, or copper cables

Cable or wire with steel jackets

Cast-iron, steel, or copper pipes

Steel conduit or tubing

8.3.6.1.2

The maximum nominal diameter of the penetrating item, as indicated in 8.3.4.2.5.1(4)(a) through (d), shall not be greater than 4 in.

(100 mm) and shall not exceed an aggregate 100 in. 2 (64,520 mm 2 ) opening in any 100 ft 2 (9.3 m 2 ) of floor or wall area.

8.3.6.1.3

Firestop systems and devices shall have a minimum 1-hour F rating, but not less than the required fire resistance rating of the firebarrier penetrated.

8.3.6.1.4 T Ratings.

Penetrations in fire resistance–rated horizontal assemblies shall be required to have a T rating of at least 1 hour, but not less than thefire resistance rating of the horizontal assembly, and shall not be required for either of the following:

Floor penetrations contained within the cavity of a wall assembly.

Penetrations through floors or floor assemblies where the penetration is not in direct contact with combustible material.

8.3.6.2 Sleeves.

Where the penetrating item uses a sleeve to penetrate the wall or floor, the sleeve shall be securely set in the wall or floor, and thespace between the item and the sleeve shall be filled with a material that complies with 8.3.4.2 .

8.3.6.3 Insulation and Coverings.

Insulation and coverings for penetrating items shall not pass through the wall or floor unless the insulation or covering has been testedas part of the firestop system or device.

8.3.6.4 Transmission of Vibrations.


It shall be provided on either side of the wall or floor.

It shall be designed for the specific purpose.

8.3.6.5 Transitions.

8.3.6.5.1

Where piping penetrates a fire resistance–rated wall or floor assembly, combustible piping shall not connect to noncombustible pipingwithin 36 in. (915 mm) of the firestop system or device without demonstration that the transition will not reduce the fire resistancerating, except in the case of previously approved installations.


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8.3.6.5.2

Unshielded couplings shall not be used to connect noncombustible piping to combustible piping unless it can be demonstrated that thetransition complies with the fire-resistive requirements of 8.3.4.2 .

8.3.6.6 Membrane Penetrations.

8.3.6.6.1

Membrane penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, combustion vents and exhaust vents, wires, and similar itemsto accommodate electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a membrane of a wall, floor, orfloor/ceiling assembly constructed as a fire barrier shall be protected by a firestop system or device and shall comply with 8.3.4.2through 8.3.4.6.2 .

8.3.6.6.2

The firestop system or device shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E814, Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of ThroughPenetration Fire Stops , or ANSI/UL 1479, Standard for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops , at a minimum positive

pressure differential of 0.01 in. water column (2.5 N/m 2 ) between the exposed and the unexposed surface of the test assembly,unless one of the following applies:

Membrane penetrations of ceilings that are not an integral part of a fire resistance–rated floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblyshall be permitted.

Membrane penetrations of steel, ferrous, or copper conduits, and pipes, tubes, or combustion vents or exhaust vents, shall bepermitted where the annular space is protected with an approved material and the aggregate area of the openings does not

exceed 0.7 ft 2 (0.06 m 2 ) in any 100 ft 2 (9.3 m 2 ) of ceiling area.

Electrical outlet boxes and fittings shall be permitted, provided that such devices are listed for use in fire resistance–ratedassemblies and are installed in accordance with their listing.

The annular space created by the membrane penetration of a fire sprinkler shall be permitted, provided that the space is coveredby a metal escutcheon plate.

8.3.6.6.3

Where walls or partitions are required to have a minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating, recessed fixtures shall be installed in the wall orpartition in such a manner that the required fire resistance is not reduced, unless one of the following is met:

Any steel electrical box not exceeding 0.1 ft 2 (0.01 m 2 ) shall be permitted where the aggregate area of the openings

provided for the boxes does not exceed 0.7 ft 2 (0.06 m 2 ) in any 100 ft 2 (9.3 m 2 ) of wall area, and, where outlet boxesare installed on opposite sides of the wall, the boxes shall be separated by one of the following:

Horizontal distance of not less than 24 in. (610 mm)

Horizontal distance of not less than the depth of the wall cavity, where the wall cavity is filled with cellulose loose-fill, rockwool, or slag wool insulation

Other listed materials and methods

Membrane penetrations for any listed electrical outlet box made of any material shall be permitted, provided that such boxeshave been tested for use in fire resistance–rated assemblies and are installed in accordance with the instructions included in thelisting.

The annular space created by the membrane penetration of a fire sprinkler shall be permitted, provided that the space is coveredby a metal escutcheon plate.

Membrane penetrations by electrical boxes of any size or type, which have been listed as part of a wall opening protectivematerial system for use in fire resistance–rated assemblies and are installed in accordance with the instructions included in thelisting, shall be permitted.

8.3.6.7 Openings for Air-Handling Ductwork .

Openings in fire barriers for air-handling ductwork or air movement shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.1 .



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Submittal Date: Tue Aug 11 10:59:11 EDT 2015


CommitteeStatement:

ALL: At the end of the 2015 revision cycle a task group was formed to evaluate the requirements for opening protectives. Thecurrent requirements for opening protectives are unorganized and not presented in a logical, user friendly format. The goal of theproposed changes is to reorganize the provisions for opening protectives and to make consistent the provisions in both NFPA 101and NFPA 5000. The proposed changes are intended to be strictly editorial in nature and include reordering and renumberingrequirements for better usability and application of the opening protective provisions. Any revisions that were outside of the scope ofthe task group were discussed by the committee and are substantiated below.

Former section 8.3.3.2.1 was deleted as NFPA 257 requires all fire protection rated glazing shall be evaluated under positivepressure and is addressed by the general reference to NFPA 257.

Section 8.3.3.7: Deleted as it is a duplicate of Section 8.3.3.1.1 (newly renumbered 8.3.3.6.7)

Section 8.3.3.3.1: 2015 text has multiple references for fire doors to be compliant with NFPA 80. References to NFPA 80 wascombined to require installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance in accordance with NFPA 80 in once section.

Section 8.3.3.3.6: The pointer to Section 7.2.1.8 was deleted as it is too limiting and implies that the provision may only be applicableto those doors in the means of egress as addressed by 7.2.1.8.1 or buildings with low or ordinary hazard contents.

Section 8.3.3.3.7: Existing provision referencing NFPA 72 was deleted as it is already addressed by the reference to NFPA 80 notedabove.

Section 8.3.4.2.1 and 8.3.5.2.3: To be consistent with other opening protectives, the ‘Testing, Installation, Inspection, andMaintenance’ directives for penetrations and joints need to be specific in the code. New language provides installation andmaintenance provisions for penetrations. Language is consistence with opening protectives such as fire doors and glazing providinglanguage that installation, testing and maintenance be in accordance with NFPA 80.

Section 8.3.5: The current requirements do not clearly explain the purpose for the joint protection in the fire barrier or when a firebarrier is used as a smoke barrier. This input consolidates the requirements already scattered through the section into an easier touse format.

A.8.3.3.5.3 is being added for consistency with NFPA 5000.

ResponseMessage:

Committee Notes:

Date Submitted By

Aug 11, 2015 KRISTIN BIGDA Text should be shown as all underlined (replace deleted text with attachment in its entirety)

Aug 11, 2015 KRISTIN BIGDA Renumber existing Annex sections as follows: 8.3.3.2 to 8.3.3.2.1 8.3.3.2.3 to 8.3.3.3.4 8.3.3.6 to 8.3.3.6.6 8.3.4.2 to 8.3.3.2.2 8.3.5.1 to 8.3.4.2 8.3.5.6.3(1)(c) to 8.3.4.7.3(1)(c) 8.3.6.5 to 8.3.5.2.1

Aug 11, 2015 KRISTIN BIGDA FR-2502 is supposed to be separate. The system allowed me to create the FR separately with no conflicts. If accepted, the FR text will be new 8.3.6.7 and sections that follow will have to be renumbered.

Public Input No. 265-NFPA 101-2015 [Sections 8.3.3, 8.3.4, 8.3.5, 8.3.6]

Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

17 Affirmative All



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Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

Affirmative All


Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Devlin, John F.

Dudley, Jeffry T.


Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Lambert, Josh

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.


Roeper, Kurt A.



Gerdes, Ralph D.

I agree with Mr. Klein's comment.

Klein, Marshall A.

In revised Table 8.3.3.2.2, the last row in the Table on "Smoke Partitions" added requirements for one hour rated walls/partitions. Therequirements for such one hour walls will now be for one hour fire rated door assemblies which is greater than for the similar one hour rated wallsin exit access corridors or in one hour rated smoke barriers. The question is why and is not covered in the reason statement for this codeproposal. A smoke partition should not have fire door ratings greater than what is now required for similar openings in exit access corridors withoutadequate justification. FR-6502 should be rejected and come back in a public comment for the second draft meeting.

Koffel, William E.

I disagree with 8.3.3.1 in that not all opening protectives in a fire barrier are tested to limit the spread of smoke. It appears as if the existing Annexnote to 8.3.3.2.3 has been moved to 8.3.3.3.4 which address missing labels. However, the Annex note addresses missing labels and illegiblelabels. Maybe the Annex note should be split between multiple paragraphs. While I did not abstain on the language proposed for 8.3.5.3, in thisrevision the text added by FR-6503 was simply relocated. I did abstain on FL-6503.


Opening Protectives are not tested for smoke resistance.

Shino, Gregory K.

Section 8.3.4.1.3 identifies "tested" systems for penetrations but no references are given to listed systems.

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The fire protection rating for opening protectives in fire barriers, fire-rated smoke barriers, and fire-rated smoke partitions shall be inaccordance with Table 8.3.3.2.2, except as otherwise permitted in 8.3.3.2.3 or 8.3.3.2.4.

Table 8.3.3.2.2 Minimum Fire Ratings for Opening Protectives in Fire Resistance–Rated Assemblies and Fire-Rated GlazingMarkings

Wallsand

Partitions(hr)

Fire DoorAssemblies

(hr)

DoorVisionPanel

MaximumSize

(in. 2 )


DoorVisionPane




Light/Transom Panel

Minimum Fire-Rate

Windows Rating a

(hr)

ComponentFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistanceFire

protectionFire

resistan

Elevatorhoistways

2 1 1 ⁄ 2 155 in. 2 c D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


1 1 155 in. 2 c D-H-60 orD-H-W-60


1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 85 in. 2 d D-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3


1 1100 in. 2

a

≤100 in. 2 ,D-H-T-60

orD-H-W-60


>100 in. 2 ,D-H-W-60


2 1 1 ⁄ 2

Maximumsize testedh

D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


1 1

Maximumsize testedh

D-H-60 orD-H-W-60



1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3

Fire barriers 3 3100 in.2a

<=100

in. 2 ,D-H-180 orD-H-W-180


>100 in. 2 ,D-H-W-180

2 1 1 ⁄ 2

Maximumsize testedh

D-H-90 orD-H-W-90


1 3 ⁄ 4

Maximumsize

tested e

D-H-45 orD-H-W-45

3 ⁄ 4 e 3 ⁄ 4 e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4

1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3Maximum

size testedD-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3

Horizontalexits

2 1 1 ⁄ 2

Maximumsize testedh

D-H-90 orD-H-W-90



2 3 ⁄ 4

Maximumsize

tested e

D-H-45 orD-H-W-45

3 ⁄ 4 e 3 ⁄ 4 e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4

Exit access

corridors f 1 1 ⁄ 3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 D-H-45 D-H-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4

1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3Maximumsize tested

D-20 orD-W-20

1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-H-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3


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Wallsand

Partitions(hr)

Fire DoorAssemblies

(hr)

DoorVisionPanel

MaximumSize

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NP: Not permitted.

aFire resistance–rated glazing tested to ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, orANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, shall be permitted in the maximum size tested (see8.3.3.7).

bFire-rated glazing in exterior windows shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.12.

cSee ASME A17.1/CSA B44, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, for additional information.

dSee ASME A17.3, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, for additional information.

eMaximum area of individual exposed lights shall be 1296 in.2 (0.84 m2), with no dimension exceeding 54 in. (1.37 m) unlessotherwise tested. [80: Table 4.4.5 Note b and 80:4.4.5.1].

fFire doors are not required to have a hose stream test per ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies, or ANSI/UL10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.

gFor residential board and care, see 32.2.3.1 and 33.2.3.1.

h As provided for in Section 8.3.3.6.1 fire protection–rated glazing materials exceeding 100 in. 2 (0.065m 2 ) in area are notpermitted in temperature rise–rated doors. [80: Table 4.4.5 Note c]


Section 8.3.3.6.1 (formerly 8.3.3.8) points the user to Table 8.3.4.2 and then sppecifically to NFPA 80 for sizes of glazing permitted. The table can be misleading because it does not include the limitation on the size of fire protection-rated glazing in a temperature rise-rated door. The new note h is intended to clarify the requirements of the code. In answer to PI 372 the committee stated:

"It is recognized that Table 4.4.5, NFPA 80, 2016 Edition currently restricts the use of fire protection rating glazing to 100 sq. in. in fire doors required to have a fire protection rating of 1-1/2 hours and meet temperature rise criteria. However, there are listed products that have been up to a 3 hour fire protection rating for use in temperature rise rated doors and in some instances, in sizes greater than 100 sq. in. Thus, the proposed footnote to the table is creating a potential conflict and should not be added."

This answer is contrary to the intent and purpose of the Table, which was an addition to the 2012 edition of NFPA 101 I helped develop. At that time the table was derived from existing technical requirements found within NFPA 101 language. The table was not intended to be the technical requirements or change any requirements, it was to serve as a tool in applying the code that reflects technical language found elsewhere. This was clearly attested to during the process developing and gaining committee acceptance of the table.

This has not been changed by any ensuing code proposal. The table reflects the technical requirements, therefor it is the current table creating the conflict by allowing increased sizes not permitted by current technical language within NFPA 101 or NFPA 80, and for which there has not been any proposal or data submitted to support.

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Public Input No. 372-NFPA 101-2015 [Section No. 8.3.4.2 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]]


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8.3.4.1.3

Penetrations shall be installed be protected in accordance with a tested system, and installed and maintained in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions.


A penetration needs to be protected, not installed.

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First Revision No. 6502-NFPA 101-2015 [Sections 8.3.3, 8.3.4, 8.3.5, 8.3.6]


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8.3.4.5 Vibration Isolation.


It shall be provided on either side of the wall or floor.

It shall be designed for the specific purpose

Vibration isolation equipment or systems. Where the vibration isloation of equipment or systems are employed, the vibrationrestraint(s) shall be located outside of the partition, wall or floor assembly for which the equipment or systems are passing through .


At the 30 July 2015 NFPA FIR meeting the committee had deliberated the various concerns with the Public Input No. 125 (NFPA 5000), and how to address the concerns of the proponent and our own concerns.

The proponent to PI-125 requested Section 8.8.5 of NFPA 5000 be deleted without substation, and stated in his reason statement the following:“This provision does not address anything. No purpose seems to be served by this section. It does not appear to limit anything nor impart meaningful guidance to the provision of vibration isolation.”

The NFPA FIR did not find that there was a compelling need to delete without substitution this provision, and the proponent only addressed one of many sections with the identical content, which led to the NFPA FIR rejecting this proposal. However, discussions during the FIR meeting did reveal that the proponent may have had a point with respect to the current language used to describe the requirement versus the intent for this provision.

It was felt that the original submitter did have a point. The existing language does not clearly address the focus of this section, that of prohibiting vibration isolation equipment and systems from being installed within partitions, wall or floor assemblies. The intent is to require that such equipment or systems be installed on either side of the subject partition or assembly. Equipment and systems can include, but not be limited to, flexible duct connectors, flexible pipe pump connectors, pipe isolators, or flexible conduit.

This proposal also wishes to modify that work with this proposal under Public Input No. 265 (NFPA 101), and Public Input No. 92 (NFPA 5000). The basis for this is that the 2015 proposed language uses the phrase “vibration isolation” which is a global referral, versus using the term “restraints” which is what the system represents. Second, it was felt there was no need for sub-item #2 which states “…it shall be designed for the specific purpose…” since that is covered under the manufacture’s literature and warranty.

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Submitter Full Name: Jonathan Humble

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8.3.5 Joints.

8.3.5.1 General.

8.3.5.1.1

The provisions of 8.3.5 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect joints in fire barriers, in between firebarriers, and at the perimeter of fire barriers where fire barriers meet other fire barriers, the floor or roof deck above, or the outsidewalls.

8.3.5.1.2

The provisions of 8.3.5 shall not apply to approved existing materials and methods of construction used to protect existing joints infire barriers, unless otherwise required by Chapters 11 through 43.

8.3.5.2 Joint System Requirements.

8.3.5.2.1*

Joints made within or at the perimeter of fire barriers, between fire resistance–rated assemblies, or where fire barriers meet other firebarriers, the floor or roof deck above, or the outside walls shall be protected with a joint system that is designed and tested to preventthe spread of fire for a time period equal to that of the assembly in which the joint is located.

8.3.5.2.2

Joints made within or at the perimeter of fire barriers used as smoke barriers shall be capable of restricting the transfer of smoke inaccordance with 8.5.7.4.

8.3.5.2.3

Joints shall be installed in accordance with a tested system, and installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’sinstructions.

8.3.5.2.4

Testing of the joint system in a fire barrier shall be representative of the actual installation suitable for the required engineeringdemand without compromising the fire resistance rating of the assembly or the structural integrity of the assembly.

8.3.5.2.5

Such materials, systems, or devices shall be tested as part of the assembly in accordance with the requirements of ASTM E1966,Standard Test Method for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems, or ANSI/UL 2079, Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Building JointSystems.

8.3.5.2.6

All joint systems shall be tested at their maximum joint width in accordance with the requirements of ASTM E1966, Standard TestMethod for Fire-Resistive Joint Systems, or ANSI/UL 2079, Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems, under a

minimum positive pressure differential of 0.01 in. water column (2.5 N/m2) for a time period equal to that of the assembly.

8.3.5.2.7

All test specimens shall comply with the minimum height or length required by the standard.

8.3.5.2.8

Wall assemblies shall be subjected to a hose stream test in accordance with ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests ofBuilding Construction and Materials, or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials.

8.3.5.3

Joints made between a fire barrier and a non-fire-resistance-rated floor or roof sheathing, slab, or deck above shall be protected byan approved continuity head of wall joint system installed as tested in accordance with ASTM E2837, Standard Test Method forDetermining the Fire Resistance of Continuity Head-of-Wall Joint Systems Installed Between Rated Wall Assemblies and NonratedHorizontal Assemblies, and the system shall have an F rating and T rating of not less than the required fire resistance rating of thefire barrier.

8.3.5.4* Exterior Curtain Walls and Perimeter Joints.

8.3.5.4.1

Voids created between the fire resistance–rated floor assembly and the exterior curtain wall shall be protected with a perimeter jointsystem that is designed and tested in accordance with ASTM E2307, Standard Test Method for Determining Fire Resistance ofPerimeter Fire Barriers Using Intermediate-Scale, Multi-story Apparatus.

8.3.5.4.2

The perimeter joint system shall have an F rating equal to the fire resistance rating of the floor assembly.




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NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 48 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider exempting existing fire barriers from this new requirement. The provision of 8.3.5.1.2 (First Draft Report numbering) exempts approved existing materials and methods of construction used to protect existing joints, but the AHJ might not approve an existing installation which is not compliant with the new requirement of 8.3.5.3. Where is the substantiation to justify retroactive application of this new requirement? This Correlating Committee recommendation is made, in part, in response to the Negative ballot of Humble relative to 1/2-hour fire resistance-rated barriers. The Code utilizes 1/2-hour barriers for existing installations. This CN is related to FR 6503.


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Correlating Committee Note No. 48-NFPA 101-2016 [ Section No. 8.3.6 ]



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CommitteeStatement:

The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider exempting existing fire barriers from thisnew requirement. The provision of 8.3.5.1.2 (First Draft Report numbering) exempts approved existing materials and methods ofconstruction used to protect existing joints, but the AHJ might not approve an existing installation which is not compliant with the newrequirement of 8.3.5.3. Where is the substantiation to justify retroactive application of this new requirement? This CorrelatingCommittee recommendation is made, in part, in response to the Negative ballot of Humble relative to 1/2-hour fire resistance-ratedbarriers. The Code utilizes 1/2-hour barriers for existing installations. This CN is related to FR 6503.


Ballot Results


11 Eligible Voters

0 Not Returned

11 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Affirmative All

Bush, Kenneth E.

Hopper, Howard

Hrustich, Stephen

Hugo, Jeffrey M.


Koffel, William E.

Pauls, Jake

Quiter, James R.

Reiswig, Rodger

Reynolds, Ronald C.

Rosenbaum, Eric R.


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First Revision No. 6503-NFPA 101-2015 [ Detail ]

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8.3.6.7 Joints made between a fire barrier and a non-fire-resistance-rated floor or roof sheathing, slab or deck above shall beprotected by an approved continuity head of wall joint system installed as tested in accordance with ASTM E2837, StandardTest Method for Determining the Fire Resistance of Continuity Head-of-Wall Joint Systems Installed Between Rated WallAssemblies and Nonrated Horizontal Assemblies and the system shall have an F rating and T rating of not less than therequired fire resistance rating of the fire barrier.



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CommitteeStatement:

The extension of the fire barrier to the next horizontal assembly needs to be tested as the assembly itself. The ASTM standardprovides the continuity to protect the system consistent with the barrier.

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Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

14 Affirmative All



1 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

Affirmative All


Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Devlin, John F.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Lambert, Josh

Lovell, Vickie J.


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McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Roeper, Kurt A.




I believe this section fills a void in the code which was previously left open for interpretation by designers and inspectors. Now a system tested inaccordance with ASTM E2837 must be used in these joints.


This ASTM E 2837 added to the NFPA 101 gives clear guidance to the specifier communicating to the contractor and sub contractor how to treatthis open gap at the head of the fire resistance rated fire or smoke barrier to the unrated roof assembly. Suitability for use of fire and life safetysystems really needs to be proven through testing rather than self declaration.


Gerdes, Ralph D.

Sealing a wall to a non-rated floor makes little sense.

Humble, Jonathan

The proposal states, in part, the following: “…The system shall have an F rating/T rating of a minimum 1 hour, but not less than that of the firebarrier…” However, 101 Section 8.3.1.1, subpart #4 states, in part, the following: “Fire barriers….shall be classified in accordance with one of thefollowing…..(4) ½ hour fire resistance rating....” Public input no. 334 to NFPA 101-2015 therefore creates a conflict whereby the minimum rating is“1-hour” yet the fire barrier is permitted to be classified as ½ hour fire resistance rating (e.g. placing an approved continuity heat of wall joint testedfor 1 hour on a wall tested for ½ hour.) Further, when viewing the UL directory for continuity of head-of-wall-joints system (XHBO) tested designsone finds that all the walls have been tested for a 1-hour rating. This suggests that a ½ hour rated wall is at a disadvantage if this provision wereto be installed. If we are to proceed with this proposal the last sentence will need to be modified to address this conflict. However, in view of theabove, at this time the proposal is not suitable for inclusion.

Klein, Marshall A.

I have changed my vote on this issue based on the negative Ballot comments of Mr. Richardson and Mr. Humble.


It makes little sense to protect the interface between a rated and a non-rated assembly. The only requirement is that rated wall performs as rated.There is little purpose to require fire stopping at an interface where one of the assemblies are non fire rated.”

Shino, Gregory K.

Having investigated the UL and Intertek product directories, there is no evidence in the product listings to indicate the appropriate F and T ratingsfor assemblies and places additional burden on AHJs to enforce a requirement that industry has yet to clearly define.

Abstention

Koffel, William E.

In accordance with the policy of the Standards Council, I have abstained from voting on this item.


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8.4.3.6

Shutters that protect openings shall be automatic-closing upon detection of smoke by smoke detectors installed in accordance withNFPA 72.





NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 11 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Affirmative with Comment ballot of Koffel and the Abstention ballot of McHugh to revise the text to capture what the smoke detector installation is to accomplish, similar to that which is currently done for door operation in 7.2.1.9.2(4).


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CommitteeStatement:

The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Affirmative with Comment ballot ofKoffel and the Abstention ballot of McHugh to revise the text to capture what the smoke detector installation is to accomplish,similar to that which is currently done for door operation in 7.2.1.9.2(4).


Ballot Results


11 Eligible Voters

0 Not Returned

11 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Affirmative All

Bush, Kenneth E.

Hopper, Howard

Hrustich, Stephen

Hugo, Jeffrey M.


Koffel, William E.

Pauls, Jake

Quiter, James R.

Reiswig, Rodger

Reynolds, Ronald C.

Rosenbaum, Eric R.


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8.4.3.6

Shutters that protect openings shall be automatic-closing upon detection of smoke by smoke detectors installed in accordance withNFPA 72 .




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CommitteeStatement:

In order to limit the transfer of smoke an opening provided with a shutter must close upon smoke detector activation and notmerely a fusible link. The new language will provide direction on how to install a shutter in a smoke partition to avoid problemsduring commissioning.

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Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

19 Affirmative All



1 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

Affirmative All


Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Devlin, John F.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Gerdes, Ralph D.

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Klein, Marshall A.


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Lambert, Josh

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.


Roeper, Kurt A.

Shino, Gregory K.



Koffel, William E.

The new language needs to be more clear than what is proposed. The proposed language merely requires that smoke detectors be installed inaccordance with NFPA 72. However, the intent is that the smoke detectors are installed with specific provisions of NFPA 72. For example seeParagraph 7.2.1.9.2(4).



I think this decision should be left open to the designer.

Abstention


This passage does not reflect the intent of which detectors are needed.

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8.4.3.6

Shutters that protect openings shall be automatic-closing upon detection of smoke by smoke detectors installed in accordance withNFPA 72 .


Adding this requirement for shutters in Chapter 8 will add confusion to the document. Shutters are defined and addressed in NFPA 80 (see below) and as written, it seems that the requirement is using the term shutter to mean something that is different that what is identified in NFPA 80. A shutter in a wall is just another type of door and the door requirements are already established. If the committee want to establish a requirement for "shutters", I would suggest that shutters be defined in NFPA 101 so that the user understands what is intended or, alternatively, add an annex note to 8.4.3.1 that says a shutter should be consider a door in the context of Section 8.4.

3.3.106 Shutter. A labeled door assembly that is used for theprotection of a window opening in an exterior wall. (See also3.3.64, Fire Shutter.)

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First Revision No. 2503-NFPA 101-2015 [New Section after 8.4.3.5]


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8.4.4.2


It shall be provided on either side of the smoke partition.


Vibration isolation equipment or systems. Where the vibration isolation of equipment or systems are employed, the vibrationrestraint(s) shall be located outside of the partition, wall or floor assembly for which the equipment or systems are passing through .







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Public Comment No. 12-NFPA 101-2016 [ Sections 8.5.6.2, 8.5.6.3, 8.5.6.4, 8.5.6.5, 8.5.6.6 ]

Sections 8.5.6.2, 8.5.6.3, 8.5.6.4, 8.5.6.5, 8.5.6.6

8.5.6.2

Penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, vents, wires, and similar items to accommodate electrical, mechanical,plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a wall, floor, or floor/ceiling assembly constructed as a smoke barrier, orthrough the ceiling membrane of the roof/ceiling of a smoke barrier assembly, shall be protected by a system or material capable ofrestricting the transfer of smoke.

8.5.6.3

Where a smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier, the penetrations shall be protected in accordance with the requirementsof 8.3.4 to limit the spread of fire for a time period equal to the fire resistance rating of the assembly and the requirements of8.5.6 torestrict the transfer of smoke, unless the requirements of 8.5.6.4 are met.

8.5.6.4

Where sprinklers penetrate a single membrane of a fire resistance–rated assembly in buildings equipped throughout with anapproved automatic fire sprinkler system, noncombustible escutcheon plates shall be permitted, provided that the space around eachsprinkler penetration does not exceed 1⁄2 in. (13 mm), measured between the edge of the membrane and the sprinkler.

8.5.6.5

In new construction, penetrations shall be protected by an approved through-penetration firestop system installed and tested inaccordance with the requirements of ANSI/UL 1479, Standard for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops, for air leakage. The Lrating of the system measured at 0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) of water, in both the ambient temperature and elevated temperature tests, shallcomply with one of the following:

(1) 5 ft3/m per ft2 (0.025 m3/s per m2) of penetration opening for each through-penetration firestop system

(2) A total cumulative leakage of 50 ft3/m (0.024 m3/s) for any 100 ft2 (9.3 m2) of wall area or floor area

8.5.6.6

Where the penetrating item uses a sleeve to penetrate the smoke barrier, the sleeve shall be securely set in the smoke barrier, andthe space between the item and the sleeve shall be filled with a listed system of a material capable or restricting the transfer ofsmoke.






1. Revise the requirement of 8.5.6.5 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – for sample language, see 8.5.5.2.2.

2. Consider the Negative ballot of Hugo relative to clarifying the applicability – is it for membrane penetrations? Is it for through- penetrations?

3. Consider the Negative ballot of Shino relative to providing substantiation for the requirement for 0.30 inches water column, given that the provisions 7.2.3 for smokeproof enclosures require 0.05 inches water column in sprinklered buildings and 0.10 inches water column in nonsprinklered buildings.

4. Revise the text of 8.5.6.6 as needed based on the following words not working together correctly: “fill with a listed system of a material capable or restricting the transfer of smoke”. Was the text meant to read: “fill with a listed system or a material capable of restricting the transfer of smoke”?


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Correlating Committee Note No. 12-NFPA 101-2016 [Sections 8.5.6.2, 8.5.6.3, 8.5.6.4, 8.5.6.5]





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Correlating Committee Note No. 12-NFPA 101-2016 [ Sections 8.5.6.2, 8.5.6.3, 8.5.6.4, 8.5.6.5 ]




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CommitteeStatement:


1. Revise the requirement of 8.5.6.5 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – forsample language, see 8.5.5.2.2.

2. Consider the Negative ballot of Hugo relative to clarifying the applicability – is it for membrane penetrations? Is it for through-penetrations?

3. Consider the Negative ballot of Shino relative to providing substantiation for the requirement for 0.30 inches water column,given that the provisions 7.2.3 for smokeproof enclosures require 0.05 inches water column in sprinklered buildings and 0.10inches water column in nonsprinklered buildings.

4. Revise the text of 8.5.6.6 as needed based on the following words not working together correctly: “fill with a listed system of amaterial capable or restricting the transfer of smoke”. Was the text meant to read: “fill with a listed system or a material capable ofrestricting the transfer of smoke”?


Ballot Results


11 Eligible Voters

0 Not Returned

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0 Abstention

Affirmative All

Bush, Kenneth E.

Hopper, Howard

Hrustich, Stephen

Hugo, Jeffrey M.


Koffel, William E.

Pauls, Jake

Quiter, James R.

Reiswig, Rodger

Reynolds, Ronald C.

Rosenbaum, Eric R.


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First Revision No. 2505-NFPA 101-2015 [ Sections 8.5.6.2, 8.5.6.3, 8.5.6.4, 8.5.6.5 ]

8.5.6.2

Penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, vents, wires, and similar items to accommodate electrical, mechanical,plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a wall, floor, or floor/ceiling assembly constructed as a smoke barrier, orthrough the ceiling membrane of the roof/ceiling of a smoke barrier assembly, shall be protected by a system or material capable ofrestricting the transfer of smoke.

8.5.6.3

Where a smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier, the penetrations shall be protected in accordance with the requirements of8.3.4 to limit the spread of fire for a time period equal to the fire resistance rating of the assembly and the requirements of 8.5.6 torestrict the transfer of smoke, unless the requirements of 8.5.6.4 are met.

8.5.6.4

Where sprinklers penetrate a single membrane of a fire resistance–rated assembly in buildings equipped throughout with an approvedautomatic fire sprinkler system, noncombustible escutcheon plates shall be permitted, provided that the space around each sprinklerpenetration does not exceed 1⁄2 in. (13 mm), measured between the edge of the membrane and the sprinkler.

8.5.6.5

In new construction, penetrations shall be protected by an approved through-penetration firestop system installed and tested inaccordance with the requirements of ANSI/UL 1479, Standard for Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops , for air leakage. TheL rating of the system measured at 0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) of water, in both the ambient temperature and elevated temperature tests, shallcomply with one of the following:

(1) 5 ft 3 /m per ft 2 (0.025 m 3 /s per m 2 ) of penetration opening for each through-penetration firestop system

(2) A total cumulative leakage of 50 ft 3 /m (0.024 m 3 /s) for any 100 ft 2 (9.3 m 2 ) of wall area or floor area

8.5.6.6

Where the penetrating item uses a sleeve to penetrate the smoke barrier, the sleeve shall be securely set in the smoke barrier, and thespace between the item and the sleeve shall be filled with a listed system or of a material capable of or restricting the transfer ofsmoke.




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CommitteeStatement:

Penetrations through smoke barriers are to restrict the passage of smoke. In NFPA 101/5000, there is no performance teststandard listed nor value provided for the designer to use for compliance. Using this performance requirement will provide ameasure of consistency and predictability for the installed system.

A nationally recognized testing laboratory through performance testing proves that any product is smoke resistant after it is tested.Otherwise, smoke barriers receive whatever material that the contractors think works for limiting smoke. The quantified air leakagerating ("L") in UL 1479 provides designers a quantified value to communicate through construction documents to contractors forcompliance.

Over 1/3 of the tested Firestop Systems have L Ratings. The labor and material to install an L rated firestop system is the same asnon L Rated firestop assembly.

This would follow the same approach currently taken in NFPA 101 for other elements within smoke barriers and would beconsistent with the current smoke barrier requirements in other model codes. Consistent changes are also being proposed forNFPA 5000.

Section 8.5.6.6 remains unchanged from the 2015 language to address existing smoke barriers.

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Public Input No. 331-NFPA 101-2015 [Sections 8.5.6.2, 8.5.6.3, 8.5.6.4, 8.5.6.5]

Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

14 Affirmative All



1 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

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Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Humble, Jonathan

Lambert, Josh

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.


Roeper, Kurt A.




The current code communicates no specific guidance to the designer nor contractor about how air leakage is handled for firestop products thatare installed to tested and listed systems to become smoke resistant. The variability in products provided that may not perform any smokeresistance to those with quantified air leakage (L) ratings means the building owner and manager may not get close to what they paid for. Thislanguage helps increase safety and communicates clearly what is needed for breaches in smoke barriers.


Devlin, John F.

As I have voted on similar proposals in past code development cycles, I vote negative on this proposal because Chapter 8 is generalrequirements that apply to all other chapters (occupancies) unless specifically amended by the chapter (occupancies). There is no technicaljustification submitted with the code change proposal that: 1) demonstrates the need to require/confirm maximum leakage rates as a generalmatter of life safety practice, 2) shows that failure of a through-penetration system to meet this minimum requirement will result in unacceptablelife safety consequence.

Gerdes, Ralph D.

I concur with Mr. Delvin.


I believe the existing requirements are already acceptable.

Hugo, Jeffrey M.


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Proposed text is not clear. It appears to apply to membrane penetration in addition to through-penetration.

Klein, Marshall A.

I have changed my vote on this issue based on the negative Ballot comments of Mr. Devlin, Mr. Higgins and Mr. Hugo.

Shino, Gregory K.

Smoke barriers are utilized in a variety of applications and some leeway should be given to designers rather than prescribing performancecriteria. Also, pressure differentials for smoke management systems employing pressurization methodology typically has pressure from 0.05inches of water column to 0.18 inches of water column (NFPA 92). Testing at 0.30 inches of water column is excessive.

Abstention

Koffel, William E.


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8.5.6.7


It shall be provided on either side of the smoke barrier.


Vibration isloation equipment or systems. Where the vibration isloation of equipment or systems are employed, the vibrationrestraint(s) shall be located outside of the partition, wall or floor assembly for which the equipment or systems are passing through .







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Public Comment No. 13-NFPA 101-2016 [ Sections 8.5.7.1, 8.5.7.2, 8.5.7.3, 8.5.7.4 ]

Sections 8.5.7.1, 8.5.7.2, 8.5.7.3, 8.5.7.4

8.5.7.1

The provisions of 8.5.7 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect joints in between and at the perimeterof smoke barriers or, where smoke barriers meet other smoke barriers, the floor or roof deck above, or the outside walls. Theprovisions of 8.5.7 shall not apply to approved existing materials and methods of construction used to protect existing joints insmoke barriers, unless otherwise required by Chapters 11 through 43.

8.5.7.2

Joints made within, between, or at the perimeter of smoke barriers shall be protected with a joint system that is tested in accordancewith the requirements of ANSI/UL 2079, Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems, for air leakage. The L

rating of the joint system shall not exceed 5 ft3/m per ft (0.00775 m3/s per m) of joint at 0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) of water for both theambient temperature and elevated temperature tests.

8.5.7.3

Smoke barriers that are also constructed as fire barriers shall be protected with a joint system that is designed and tested to resistthe spread of fire for a time period equal to the required fire resistance rating of the assembly and restrict the transfer of smoke inaccordance with 8.5.7.2.

8.5.7.4

Testing of the joint system in a smoke barrier that also serves as fire barrier shall be representative of the actual installation.






1. Revise the requirement of 8.5.7.2 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – for sample language, see 8.5.5.2.2.



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1. Revise the requirement of 8.5.7.2 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – forsample language, see 8.5.5.2.2.



Ballot Results


11 Eligible Voters

0 Not Returned

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0 Abstention

Affirmative All

Bush, Kenneth E.

Hopper, Howard

Hrustich, Stephen

Hugo, Jeffrey M.


Koffel, William E.

Pauls, Jake

Quiter, James R.

Reiswig, Rodger

Reynolds, Ronald C.

Rosenbaum, Eric R.


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8.5.7.1

The provisions of 8.5.7 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect joints in between and at the perimeter ofsmoke barriers or, where smoke barriers meet other smoke barriers, the floor or roof deck above, or the outside walls. The provisions of8.5.7 shall not apply to approved existing materials and methods of construction used to protect existing joints in smoke barriers, unlessotherwise required by Chapters 11 through 43 .

8.5.7.2

Joints made within, between, or at the perimeter of smoke barriers shall be protected with a joint system that is capable of limiting thetransfer of smoke tested in accordance with the requirements of ANSI/UL 2079, Standard for Tests for Fire Resistance of Building

Joint Systems , for air leakage. The L rating of the joint system shall not exceed 5 ft 3 /m per ft (0.00775 m 3 /s per m) of joint at0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) of water for both the ambient temperature and elevated temperature tests .

8.5.7.3

Joints made within or between smoke barriers shall be protected with a smoke-tight joint system that is capable of limiting the transferof smoke.

8.5.7.3

Smoke barriers that are also constructed as fire barriers shall be protected with a joint system that is designed and tested to resist thespread of fire for a time period equal to the required fire resistance rating of the assembly and restrict the transfer of smoke inaccordance with 8.5.7.2 .




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Joints in or between smoke barriers are to restrict the passage of smoke. In NFPA 101/5000, there is no performance teststandard listed nor value provided for the designer to use for compliance.

A nationally recognized testing laboratory through performance testing proves that any product is smoke resistant after it is tested.Otherwise, smoke barriers receive whatever material that the contractors think works for limiting smoke. The quantified air leakagerating ("L") based on UL 2079 testing provides designers a quantified value to communicate through construction documents tocontractors for compliance.


This would follow the same approach currently taken in NFPA 101 for other elements within smoke barriers and would beconsistent with the current smoke barrier requirements in other model codes.

Using this performance requirement will provide a measure of consistency and predictability for the installed system.

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Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

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1 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

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Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Lambert, Josh

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.


Roeper, Kurt A.






Devlin, John F.

As I have voted on similar proposals in past code development cycles, I vote negative on this proposal because Chapter 8 is generalrequirements that apply to all other chapters (occupancies) unless specifically amended by the chapter (occupancies). There is no technicaljustification submitted with the code change proposal that: 1) demonstrates the need to require/confirm maximum leakage rates as a generalmatter of life safety practice, 2) shows that failure of a through-penetration system to meet this minimum requirement will result in unacceptablelife safety consequence.

Gerdes, Ralph D.

I concur with Mr. Delvin.



Klein, Marshall A.

I have changed my vote on this issue based on the negative Ballot comments of Mr. Devlin and Mr. Higgins.

Shino, Gregory K.

Pressure differentials for smoke management systems employing pressurization methodology typically has pressure from 0.05 inches of watercolumn to 0.18 inches of water column (NFPA 92). Testing at 0.30 inches of water column is excessive.

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Koffel, William E.


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8.6.11.3*

Draftstopping materials shall be not less than 1⁄2 in. (13 mm) type X gypsum board or other approved materials that are adequatelysupported.





NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 14 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Negative ballots of Devlin, Gerdes, Klein, Richardson, Shino and Stashak relative to providing technical substantiation for why a draft stop additionally needs fire resisting capability like that provided by Type X gypsum wall board.


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The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Negative ballots of Devlin, Gerdes,Klein, Richardson, Shino and Stashak relative to providing technical substantiation for why a draft stop additionally needs fireresisting capability like that provided by Type X gypsum wall board.


Ballot Results


11 Eligible Voters

0 Not Returned

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Bush, Kenneth E.

Hopper, Howard

Hrustich, Stephen

Hugo, Jeffrey M.


Koffel, William E.

Pauls, Jake

Quiter, James R.

Reiswig, Rodger

Reynolds, Ronald C.

Rosenbaum, Eric R.


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First Revision No. 2511-NFPA 101-2015 [ Section No. 8.6.11.3 ]

8.6.11.3*

Draftstopping materials shall be not less than 1⁄2 in. (13 mm) thick type X gypsum board , 15 ⁄32 in. (12 mm) thickwood structural panel,or other approved materials that are adequately supported.




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Recent significant fires in buildings with unsprinklered concealed combustible attics demonstrate the need for additionalperformance from draftstopping materials in limiting fire spread in these spaces. This proposal changes the materials so a minimum25 minute calculated fire resistive material is utilized in lieu of the current allowance for a 10 minute material. This will provideimprovements to fire containment in non-fire sprinkler protected concealed combustible spaces, improved firefighter safety and allowfirefighters much needed additional time during response and mobilization in dealing with fires that progress into these spaces.

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Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

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Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

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Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.


Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Lambert, Josh

Lovell, Vickie J.


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McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Roeper, Kurt A.


Koffel, William E.

Is Type C gypsum board not acceptable?


Devlin, John F.

This code change proposal and supporting rationale gives one the impression that the reason fires in combustible attic spaces cause the extentof damage as indicated is because the draft stopping materials used did not meet or exceed the fire resistance properties of 1/2-inch thick Type Xgypsum. A knowledgeable person would likely conclude that there are often many contributing factors that lead to the destruction caused by a firein a combustible attic space including that the draft stop was not properly constructed. The code change proponent has not provided any technicaljustification that supports the premise that by requiring draft stops be a minimum of ½-inch thick Type X gypsum (with a 25 minute calculated fireresistance rating as indicated in the committee statement) the result will be a reduction in draft stop failure and/or extent of fire damage.

Gerdes, Ralph D.

I concur with Mr. Delvin and Mr. Klein.

Klein, Marshall A.

There was no supporting data or justification for this code change. In fact, if one reads the Report done in the Florida study on draftstopping innew and existing buildings, the report notes that all the draft stops were being installed, or had been installed, correctly. This code change ispremature before any justification based on fire data is provided to the Committee. FR-2511 should be rejected.


Draft stops are not intended to limit the spread of fire as a barrier. They are intended to limit the amount of oxygen that feeds a fire thus slowingthem. This change will not accomplish the desired effect.

Shino, Gregory K.

There is insufficient technical justification supporting 1/2-inch thick type X gypsum will significantly improve the draft stop performance over theexisting requirement.


This language is difficult for enforcers. What is "other approved materials..." I agree with comments made by Koffel, Richardson, Devlin, andKlein.

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8.7.3.3 * Alcohol-Based Hand-Rub Dispensers.

Where permitted by Chapters 11 through 43, alcohol-based hand-rub dispensers shall be permitted provided they meet all of thefollowing criteria:

(1) The maximum individual dispenser fluid capacity shall be as follows:

(2) 0.32 gal (1.2 L) for dispensers in corridors and areas open to corridors

(3) 0.53 gal (2.0 L) for dispensers in rooms or suites of rooms separated from corridors

(4) Where aerosol containers are used, the maximum capacity of the aerosol dispenser shall be 18 oz (0.51 kg) and shall belimited to Level 1 aerosols as defined in NFPA 30B.

(5) Dispensers shall be separated from each other by horizontal spacing of not less than 48 in. (1220 mm).

(6) Not more than an aggregate 10 gal (37.8 L) of alcohol-based hand-rub solution or 1135 oz (32.2 kg) of Level 1 aerosols, or acombination of liquids and Level 1 aerosols not to exceed, in total, the equivalent of 10 gal (37.8 L) or 1135 oz (32.2 kg,) shallbe in use outside of a storage cabinet in a single smoke compartment or fire compartment or story, whichever is less in area.One dispenser complying with 8.7.3.3(1) per room and located in that room shall not be included in the aggregated quantity.

(7) Storage of quantities greater than 5 gal (18.9 L) in a single smoke compartment or fire compartment or story, whichever is lessin area, shall meet the requirements of NFPA 30.

(8) Dispensers shall not be installed in the following locations:

(9) Above an ignition source for a horizontal distance of 1 in. (25 mm) to each side of the ignition source

(10) To the side of an ignition source within a 1 in. (25 mm) horizontal distance from the ignition source

(11) Beneath an ignition source within a 1 in. (25 mm) vertical distance from the ignition source

(12) Dispensers installed directly over carpeted floors shall be permitted only in sprinklered areas of the building.

(13) The alcohol-based hand-rub solution shall not exceed 95 percent alcohol content by volume.

(14) Operation of the dispenser shall comply with the following criteria:

(15) The dispenser shall not release its contents except when the dispenser is activated, either manually or automatically bytouch-free activation.

(16) Any activation of the dispenser shall only occur when an object is placed within 4 in. (100 mm) of the sensing device.

(17) An object placed within the activation zone and left in place shall not cause more than one activation.

(18) The dispenser shall not dispense more solution than the amount required for hand hygiene consistent with labelinstructions.

(19) The dispenser shall be designed, constructed, and operated in a manner that ensures accidental or malicious activationof the dispensing device is minimized.

(20) The dispenser shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s care and use instructions each time a new refill isinstalled.


This subsection should be deleted because it is not a building code issue, are not part of the building and not required to be installed for the certificate of occupancy. These regulations are better suited for the fire code.

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Affilliation: NFPA's Building Code Development Committee (BCDC)

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Public Comment No. 154-NFPA 101-2016 [ Section No. A.8.3.3.3.4 ]

A.8.3.3.3.4

In existing installations, it is important to be able to determine the fire protection rating of the fire door. However, steel door framesthat are well set in the wall might be judged as acceptable even if the frame label is not legible.


The body of the Code has been split up into multiple paragraphs while the annex note has not been addressed. Recommend moving the first sentence of the annex note to A.8.3.3.3.3 and the second sentence to A.8.3.3.3.4.

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For other than existing assemblies, where Where there is an accessible concealed floor, floor/ceiling, or attic space, fire walls, firebarriers, smoke barriers, and smoke partitions shall be permanently identified with signs or stenciling in the concealed space and shallcomply with all of the following:

(1) Be located in accessible concealed floor, floor/ceiling, or attic spaces


(3) Include lettering not less than 3 in. (76 mm) in height with a minimum 3⁄8 in. (9.5 mm) stroke in a contrasting color

(4) Identify the wall type and its fire resistive resistance rating as applicable





NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 8 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to revise 8.1.2.3 as follows:

Within section 8.1.2.3, delete "For other than existing assemblies…". Replace the word "resistive" with the word "resistance" within item (4).


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The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to revise 8.1.2.3 as follows:

Within section 8.1.2.3, delete "For other than existing assemblies…". Replace the word "resistive" with the word "resistance"within item (4).


Ballot Results


18 Eligible Voters

2 Not Returned

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0 Abstention

Not Returned

Newman, Michael T.

Wooldridge, Jerry

Affirmative All

DiCristina, Salvatore

Frable, David W.

Francis, Sam W.

Hansen, Raymond N.

Harrington, John C.

Hopper, Howard

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jones, Gerald H.

Leavitt, Russell B.

Quiter, James R.

Roberts, Richard Jay

Shah, Faimeen

Vinci, Leon F.

Willse, Peter J.



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Laramee, Scott T.

No comment, but no way to accept as "affirmative" without accepting all as "affirmative in the ballot portal.


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For other than existing assemblies, where there is an accessible concealed floor, floor/ceiling, or attic space, fire walls, fire barriers,smoke barriers, and smoke partitions shall be permanently identified with signs or stenciling in the concealed space and shall complywith all of the following:

(1) Be located in accessible concealed floor, floor/ceiling, or attic spaces


(3) Include lettering not less than 3 in. (76 mm) in height with a minimum 3 ⁄8 in. (9.5 mm) stroke in a contrasting color

(4) Identify the wall type and its fire resistive rating as applicable



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This proposal supports the concept covered by Public Input 119 and 121 for marking fire and smoke rated walls. It clarifiesthe following points:

The requirements are placed in the general section in Chapter 8 so they are applicable for fire barriers, smoke barriers, andsmoke partitions.

Wall markings are only required for assemblies covered by NFPA 101 and NFPA 5000.

The markings are only required for walls that have accessible concealed spaces, and the markings are to be provided in theconcealed spaces.

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Public Input No. 121-NFPA 5000-2015 [New Section after A.8.2.1.1]

Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

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18 Affirmative All



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Butcher, Richard C.


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Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

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Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.


Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jackson, Waymon

Klein, Marshall A.

Koffel, William E.

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Roeper, Kurt A.

Shino, Gregory K.



Francis, Sam W.

I have not seen any data or even anecdotal information suggesting these marking systems have demonstrably improved fire safety.


The marking of barriers is imperative to long term fire safety for building occupants. Without markings, those working above ceilings have no ideawhether the wall provides fire or smoke resistance. The markings set up the inspection and maintenance for the assemblies for the building's lifecycle. If markings make no difference, why do hotels mark sprinklers with a sign saying, 'don't hang anything here'? To communicate with thosewho may not know what the sprinkler is or does. Fire Resistance is a technical trade that the other 20+ building trades may not understand.Without signage, they will not know to not put holes in these walls...nor will they know to notify management if they are breached.


Devlin, John F.

This requirement would lead one to believe that if one found a barrier / partition that was not properly maintained then it is because signage /markings are not present. A knowledgeable person would likely conclude that the reasons for violations of these barriers / partitions are oftenmany and not necessarily because there was no signage / markings. NFPA 1 already provides reasonable guidance for persons conductingbuilding inspections. Requiring these signs / markings is not necessary and will likely not provide any significant improvement in the perceivedproblem it is attempting to remedy.

Gerdes, Ralph D.

I agree with Mr. Delvin.

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Public Comment No. 11-NFPA 5000-2016 [ New Section after 8.10.3.5 ]



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NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 10 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Affirmative with Comment ballot of Koffel and the Abstention ballot of McHugh to revise the text to capture what the smoke detector installation is to accomplish, similar to that which is currently done for door operation in 11.2.1.8.2(4).


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CommitteeStatement:

The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Affirmative with Comment ballot ofKoffel and the Abstention ballot of McHugh to revise the text to capture what the smoke detector installation is to accomplish,similar to that which is currently done for door operation in 11.2.1.8.2(4).


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Newman, Michael T.

Wooldridge, Jerry

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Frable, David W.

Francis, Sam W.

Hansen, Raymond N.

Harrington, John C.

Hopper, Howard

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jones, Gerald H.

Leavitt, Russell B.

Quiter, James R.


Shah, Faimeen

Vinci, Leon F.

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8.10.3.6

Shutters that protect openings shall be automatic closing upon detection of smoke by smoke detectors installed in accordance withNFPA 72 .




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In order to limit the transfer of smoke an opening provided with a shutter must close upon smoke detector activation and notmerely a fusible link. The new language will provide direction on how to install a shutter in a smoke partition to avoid problemsduring commissioning.

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27 Eligible Voters

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1 Abstention

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Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

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Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Devlin, John F.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Gerdes, Ralph D.

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jackson, Waymon

Klein, Marshall A.

Lovell, Vickie J.


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McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Roeper, Kurt A.

Shino, Gregory K.



Francis, Sam W.

I see not data that shows which fusible links are ineffective. I suspect that we would like for smoke migration to be ZERO but the proponent didnot say so. can a really low temperature link limit migration to an acceptable level???

Koffel, William E.

The text needs to be revised to clarify what provisions apply to the detectors intended to close the shutters, not simply compliance with NFPA 72.The language in paragraph 11.2.1.8.2(4) is better language.



I think this decision should be left open to the designer.

Abstention


Further detail is needed to clarify requirements.

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8.8.5 Vibration Isolation.


It shall be made on either side of the wall or floor.


Vibration isolation equipment or systems. Where the vibration isloation of equipment or systems are employed, the vibrationrestraint(s) shall be located outside of the partition, wall or floor assembly for which the equipment or systems are passing through .







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19.3.6.2.1*

Corridor walls shall be permitted to terminate at the ceiling where the ceiling is constructed to limit the transfer of smoke.



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Correlating Committee Note No. 27-NFPA 5000-2016 [ Section No. 19.3.6.2.1 ]




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Committee Statement: The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features to consider similar annex text for 8.10.2.


Ballot Results


18 Eligible Voters

2 Not Returned

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0 Abstention

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Newman, Michael T.

Wooldridge, Jerry

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Frable, David W.

Francis, Sam W.

Hansen, Raymond N.

Harrington, John C.

Hopper, Howard

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jones, Gerald H.

Leavitt, Russell B.

Quiter, James R.


Shah, Faimeen

Vinci, Leon F.

Willse, Peter J.


Laramee, Scott T.



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8.10.4.3

Where designs take transmissions of vibration into consideration, any vibration isolation shall meet one of the following conditions:

It shall be made on either side of the smoke partitions.


Vibration isolation equipment or systems. Where the vibration isolation of equipment or systems are employed, the vibrationrestraint(s) shall be located outside of the partition, wall or floor assembly for which the equipment or systems are passing through .







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Public Input No. 92-NFPA 5000-2015 [Sections 8.7, 8.8, 8.9]





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8.11.5 Penetrations.

8.11.5.1

The provisions of 8.11.5 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect through-penetrations and membranepenetrations of smoke barriers.

8.11.5.2

Penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, vents, wires, and similar items to accommodate electrical, mechanical,plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a wall, floor, or floor/ceiling assembly constructed as a smoke barrier, orthrough the ceiling membrane of the roof/ceiling of a smoke barrier, shall be protected by a listed system tested in accordance withthe requirements of UL 1479 for air leakage. The air leakage rate of the penetration assemblies, measured at 0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) ofwater in both the ambient temperature and elevated temperature tests, shall not exceed:

(1) 5 ft3/m per ft2 (0.025 m3/s per m2) of penetration opening for each through-penetration firestop system

(2) A total cumulative leakage of 50 ft3/m (0.024 m3/s) for any 100 ft2 (9.3 m2) of wall area or floor area

8.11.5.3

Where a smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier, the penetrations shall be protected in accordance with the requirementsof Section 8.8 to limit the spread of fire for a time period equal to the fire resistance rating of the assembly, as required by 8.11.5, torestrict the transfer of smoke, unless the requirements of 8.11.5.4 are met.

8.11.5.4

Where sprinklers penetrate a single membrane of a fire resistance–rated assembly in buildings equipped throughout with anapproved automatic fire sprinkler system, noncombustible escutcheon plates shall be permitted, provided that the space around eachsprinkler penetration does not exceed 1⁄2 in. (13 mm), measured between the edge of the membrane and the sprinkler.

8.11.5.5

Where the penetration item uses a sleeve to penetrate the smoke barrier, the sleeve shall be securely set in the smoke barrier, andthe space between the item and the sleeve shall be filled with a listed system or a material capable of restricting the transfer ofsmoke in accordance with 8.11.5.2.

8.11.5.6


(1) It shall be made on either side of the fire barrier.

(2) It shall be designed for the specific purpose.



5000_CCN_11.pdf 5000 CC Note #11



1. Revise the requirement of 8.11.5.2 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – for sample language, see 8.11.5.3.


3. Revise the text of 8.11.5.5 to change the word “penetration” to “penetrating”. Also confirm if “filled with a listed system or a material capable of restricting the transfer of smoke…” should use the word “or” or “of”. Text should be consistent with 101 section.


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CommitteeStatement:


1. Revise the requirement of 8.11.5.2 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – forsample language, see 8.11.5.3.


3. Revise the text of 8.11.5.5 to change the word “penetration” to “penetrating”. Also confirm if “filled with a listed system or amaterial capable of restricting the transfer of smoke…” should use the word “or” or “of”. Text should be consistent with 101section.


Ballot Results


18 Eligible Voters

2 Not Returned

15 Affirmative All



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Newman, Michael T.

Wooldridge, Jerry

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Frable, David W.

Francis, Sam W.

Hansen, Raymond N.

Harrington, John C.

Hopper, Howard

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jones, Gerald H.

Leavitt, Russell B.

Quiter, James R.


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Shah, Faimeen

Vinci, Leon F.

Willse, Peter J.


Laramee, Scott T.

Substantiation is needed for the requirement for 0.30 inches water column since provisions of 11.2.3 for smokeproof enclosures require 0.05inches water column in sprinklered buildings and 0.10 inches water column in nonsprinklered buildings.


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8.11.5.2

Penetrations for cables, cable trays, conduits, pipes, tubes, vents, wires, and similar items to accommodate electrical, mechanical,plumbing, and communications systems that pass through a wall, floor, or floor/ceiling assembly constructed as a smoke barrier, orthrough the ceiling membrane of a the roof/ceiling of a smoke barrier, shall be protected by a listed system or a material capable ofrestricting the transfer of smoke. tested in accordance with the requirements of UL 1479 for air leakage. The air leakage rate of thepenetration assemblies, measured at 0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) of water in both the ambient temperature and elevated temperature tests, shallnot exceed:

(1) 5 ft 3 /m per ft 2 (0.025 m 3 /s per m 2 ) of penetration opening for each through-penetration firestop system

(2) A total cumulative leakage of 50 ft 3 /m (0.024 m 3 /s) for any 100 ft 2 (9.3 m 2 ) of wall area or floor area

8.11.5.3

Where a smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier, the penetrations shall be protected in accordance with the requirements ofSection 8.8 to limit the spread of fire for a time period equal to the fire resistance rating of the assembly, as required by 8.11.5, to restrictthe transfer of smoke, unless the requirements of 8.11.5.4 are met.

8.11.5.4

Where sprinklers penetrate a single membrane of a fire resistance-rated fire resistance–rated assembly in buildings equippedthroughout with an approved automatic fire sprinkler system, noncombustible escutcheon plates shall be permitted, provided that thespace around each sprinkler penetration does not exceed 1⁄2 in. (13 mm), measured between the edge of the membrane and thesprinkler.

8.11.5.5

Where the penetration item uses a sleeve to penetrate the smoke barrier, the sleeve shall be securely set in the smoke barrier, and thespace between the item and the sleeve shall be filled with a listed system or a material capable of restricting the transfer of smoke inaccordance with 8.11.5.2 .




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CommitteeStatement:

Penetrations through smoke barriers are to restrict the passage of smoke. In NFPA 101/5000, there is no performance teststandard listed nor value provided for the designer to use for compliance. Using this performance requirement will provide ameasure of consistency and predictability for the installed system.

A nationally recognized testing laboratory through performance testing proves that any product is smoke resistant after it is tested.Otherwise, smoke barriers receive whatever material that the contractors think works for limiting smoke. The quantified air leakagerating ("L") in UL 1479 provides designers a quantified value to communicate through construction documents to contractors forcompliance.


This would follow the same approach currently taken in NFPA 5000 for other elements within smoke barriers and would beconsistent with the current smoke barrier requirements in other model codes. Consistent changes are also being proposed forNFPA 101.

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Ballot Results



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27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

15 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

Affirmative All


Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jackson, Waymon

Koffel, William E.

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Roeper, Kurt A.



Francis, Sam W.

I am doubtful about the leakage rates shown in the new text. First, I don't know what problem, supported by data, I am trying to solve here. sowhy would the rates shown be the RIGHT ones?




Devlin, John F.

As I have voted during the past code change cycles on proposals similar to this one, I have again voted negative because Chapter 8 is generalrequirements that apply to all other chapters (occupancies) unless specifically amended by the chapter (occupancies). There is no technicaljustification submitted with the code change proposal that: 1) demonstrates the need to require/confirm maximum leakage rates as a generalmatter of life safety practice, 2) shows that failure of a through-penetration system to meet this minimum requirement will result in unacceptablelife safety consequence.

Gerdes, Ralph D.




Klein, Marshall A.


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Shino, Gregory K.

Smoke barriers are utilized in a variety of applications and some leeway should be given to designers rather than prescribing performancecriteria. Also, pressure differentials for smoke management systems employing pressurization methodology typically has pressure from 0.05inches of water column to 0.18 inches of water column (NFPA 92). Testing at 0.30 inches of water column is excessive.

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8.11.7 Joints.

8.11.7.1

The provisions of 8.11.7 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect joints in between and at theperimeter of smoke barriers where smoke barriers meet other smoke barriers, the floor or roof deck above, or the outside walls.

8.11.7.2

Joints made within, between, or at the perimeter of smoke barriers shall be protected with a listed joint system that is tested inaccordance with the requirements of UL 2079, Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems, for air leakage. The L rating of the

joint system shall not exceed 5 ft3/m per ft (0.00775 m3/s per m) of joint at 0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) of water for both the ambienttemperature and elevated temperature tests.

8.11.7.3

Joints made within or between smoke barriers shall be protected with a listed joint system or a material that is capable of restrictingthe transfer of smoke in accordance with 8.11.7.2.

8.11.7.4

Smoke barriers that are constructed as fire barriers shall be protected with a listed joint system that is designed and tested to resistthe spread of fire for a time period equal to the required fire resistance rating of the assembly in accordance with Section 8.9 and torestrict the transfer of smoke.

8.11.7.5

Testing of the joint system in a smoke barrier that also serves as fire barrier shall be representative of the actual installation suitablefor the required engineering demand without compromising the fire resistance rating of the assembly or the structural integrity of theassembly.



5000_CCN_12.pdf 5000 CC Note #12



1. Revise the requirement of 8.11.7.2 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – for sample language, see 8.11.7.4.


3. Revise the provisions of 8.11.7.3 to determine if the text is still necessary with the new revisions to 8.11.7.2. Equivalent text to8.11.7.3 was deleted in NFPA 101.


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Correlating Committee Note No. 12-NFPA 5000-2016 [Section No. 8.11.7]




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Correlating Committee Note No. 12-NFPA 5000-2016 [ Section No. 8.11.7 ]




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CommitteeStatement:


1. Revise the requirement of 8.11.7.2 so that it has applicability if the smoke barrier is also constructed as a fire barrier – forsample language, see 8.11.7.4.


3. Revise the provisions of 8.11.7.3 to determine if the text is still necessary with the new revisions to 8.11.7.2. Equivalent text to8.11.7.3 was deleted in NFPA 101.


Ballot Results


18 Eligible Voters

2 Not Returned

15 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Newman, Michael T.

Wooldridge, Jerry

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Frable, David W.

Francis, Sam W.

Hansen, Raymond N.

Harrington, John C.

Hopper, Howard

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jones, Gerald H.

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Shah, Faimeen

Vinci, Leon F.

Willse, Peter J.


Laramee, Scott T.

Substantiation is needed for the requirement for 0.30 inches water column since provisions of 11.2.3 for smokeproof enclosures require 0.05inches water column in sprinklered buildings and 0.10 inches water column in nonsprinklered buildings.


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First Revision No. 3511-NFPA 5000-2015 [ Section No. 8.11.7 ]

8.11.7 Joints.

8.11.7.1

The provisions of 8.11.7 shall govern the materials and methods of construction used to protect joints in between and at the perimeter ofsmoke barriers where smoke barriers meet other smoke barriers, the floor or roof deck above, or the outside walls.

8.11.7.2

Joints made within , between, or at the perimeter of smoke barriers shall be protected with a listed joint system or a material that iscapable of restricting the transfer of smoke. tested in accordance with the requirements of UL 2079, Tests for Fire Resistance of

Building Joint Systems , for air leakage. The L rating of the joint system shall not exceed 5 ft 3 /m per ft (0.00775 m 3 /s per m) ofjoint at 0.30 in. (7.47 Pa) of water for both the ambient temperature and elevated temperature tests.

8.11.7.3

Joints made within or between smoke barriers shall be protected with a listed joint system or a material that is capable of restricting thetransfer of smoke in accordance with 8.11.7.2 .

8.11.7.4

Smoke barriers that are constructed as fire barriers shall be protected with a listed joint system that is designed and tested to resist thespread of fire for a time period equal to the required fire resistance rating of the assembly in accordance with Section 8.9 and to restrictthe transfer of smoke.

8.11.7.5

Testing of the joint system in a smoke barrier that also serves as fire barrier shall be representative of the actual installation suitable forthe required engineering demand without compromising the fire resistance rating of the assembly or the structural integrity of theassembly.




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CommitteeStatement:

Joints in or between smoke barriers are to restrict the passage of smoke. In NFPA 101/5000, there is no performance teststandard listed nor value provided for the designer to use for compliance.

A nationally recognized testing laboratory through performance testing proves that any product is smoke resistant after it is tested.Otherwise, smoke barriers receive whatever material that the contractors think works for limiting smoke. The quantified air leakagerating ("L") based on UL 2079 testing provides designers a quantified value to communicate through construction documents tocontractors for compliance.


This would follow the same approach currently taken in NFPA 5000 for other elements within smoke barriers and would beconsistent with the current smoke barrier requirements in other model codes.

Using this performance requirement will provide a measure of consistency and predictability for the installed system

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Public Input No. 112-NFPA 5000-2015 [Section No. 8.11.7]

Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned


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14 Affirmative All



1 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

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Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jackson, Waymon

Lovell, Vickie J.

McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Roeper, Kurt A.



Francis, Sam W.

I am doubtful about the leakage rates shown in the new text. First, I don't know what problem, supported by data, I am trying to solve here. sowhy would the rates shown be the RIGHT ones?




Devlin, John F.

As I have voted during the past code change cycles on proposals similar to this one, I have again voted negative because Chapter 8 is generalrequirements that apply to all other chapters (occupancies) unless specifically amended by the chapter (occupancies). There is no technicaljustification submitted with the code change proposal that: 1) demonstrates the need to require/confirm maximum leakage rates as a generalmatter of life safety practice, 2) shows that failure of a through-penetration system to meet this minimum requirement will result in unacceptablelife safety consequence.

Gerdes, Ralph D.




Klein, Marshall A.


Shino, Gregory K.

Smoke barriers are utilized in a variety of applications and some leeway should be given to designers rather than prescribing performance


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criteria. Also, pressure differentials for smoke management systems employing pressurization methodology typically has pressure from 0.05inches of water column to 0.18 inches of water column (NFPA 92). Testing at 0.30 inches of water column is excessive.

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Koffel, William E.


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8.12.5.1

Where permitted by Chapters 15 through 31 and 33 through 34, unenclosed vertical openings not concealed within the buildingconstruction shall be permitted as follows:

(1) Such openings shall connect not more than two adjacent stories (one floor pierced only).

(2) Such openings shall be separated from unprotected vertical openings serving other floors by a barrier complying with 8.6.5.

(3)

(4)

(5) Such openings shall be separated from the corridor referenced in 8.12.5.1(3) by a smoke partition, unless Chapters 15 through31 and 33 through 34 require the corridor to have a fire resistance rating.

(6)



5000_CCN_13.pdf 5000 CC Note #13


NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 15 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features to revise the referenced section in A.8.12.5.1(3) as follows:

…open to the corridor on the adjacent floor by a barrier that limits the transfer of smoke, in accordance with 19.3.6.2.3, not a one hour rated wall with opening protectives.


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* Such openings shall be separated from corridors.

* Such openings shall be separated from other fire or smoke compartments on the same floor.

* Such openings shall not serve as a required means of egress.


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CommitteeStatement:

The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features to revise the referenced section in A.8.12.5.1(3) asfollows:

…open to the corridor on the adjacent floor by a barrier that limits the transfer of smoke, in accordance with 19.3.6.2.3, not aone hour rated wall with opening protectives.


Ballot Results


18 Eligible Voters

2 Not Returned

15 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Newman, Michael T.

Wooldridge, Jerry

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Frable, David W.

Francis, Sam W.

Hansen, Raymond N.

Harrington, John C.

Hopper, Howard

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jones, Gerald H.

Leavitt, Russell B.

Quiter, James R.


Shah, Faimeen

Vinci, Leon F.

Willse, Peter J.


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8.14.1.3

Draftstopping materials shall be not less than 1⁄2 in. (13 mm) type X gypsum board or other approved materials that are adequatelysupported.



5000_CCN_14.pdf 5000 CC Note #14


NOTE: This Public Comment appeared as CC Note No. 14 in the First Draft Report. The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Negative ballots of Devlin, Frances, Gerdes, Klein, Shino and Stashak relative to providing technical substantiation for why a draft stop additionally needs fire resisting capability like that provided by Type X gypsum wall board.


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CommitteeStatement:

The Correlating Committee directs the TC on Fire Protection Features (FIR) to consider the Negative ballots of Devlin, Frances,Gerdes, Klein, Shino and Stashak relative to providing technical substantiation for why a draft stop additionally needs fire resistingcapability like that provided by Type X gypsum wall board.


Ballot Results


18 Eligible Voters

2 Not Returned

15 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Newman, Michael T.

Wooldridge, Jerry

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Frable, David W.

Francis, Sam W.

Hansen, Raymond N.

Harrington, John C.

Hopper, Howard

Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jones, Gerald H.

Leavitt, Russell B.

Quiter, James R.


Shah, Faimeen

Vinci, Leon F.

Willse, Peter J.



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Laramee, Scott T.

Substatiation is needed as to why a draft stop additionally needs fire resisting capability like that provided by Type X gypsum wall board.


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First Revision No. 3503-NFPA 5000-2015 [ Section No. 8.14.1.3 ]

8.14.1.3

Draftstopping materials shall be not less than 1⁄2 in. (13 mm) type X gypsum board , 15 ⁄32 in. (12 mm) wood structural panel, or otherapproved materials that are adequately supported.




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CommitteeStatement:

Recent significant fires in buildings with unsprinklered concealed combustible attics demonstrate the need for additionalperformance from draftstopping materials in limiting fire spread in these spaces. This revision changes the materials so a minimum25 minute calculated fire resistive material is utilized in lieu of the current allowance for a 10 minute material. This will provideimprovements to fire containment in non-fire sprinkler protected concealed combustible spaces, improved firefighter safety and allowfirefighters much needed additional time during response and mobilization in dealing with fires that progress into these spaces.

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Public Input No. 24-NFPA 5000-2015 [Section No. 8.14.1.3]

Ballot Results


27 Eligible Voters

5 Not Returned

15 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Butcher, Richard C.

Fairchild, Jack F.

Hopper, Howard

Jones, Adam C.

Wahl, Andrew M.

Affirmative All


Cahanin, Gregory J.

Dawe, Nicholas A.

Dudley, Jeffry T.


Hugo, Jeffrey M.

Humble, Jonathan

Jackson, Waymon


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Lovell, Vickie J.


McKeon, Thomas W.

Morin, Kevin D.

Morris, Jeramie W.

Rhodes, Brian T.

Roeper, Kurt A.


Koffel, William E.

Type C gypsum board is not acceptable?


Devlin, John F.

This code change proposal and supporting rationale gives one the impression that the reason fires in combustible attic spaces cause the extentof damage as indicated is because the draft stopping materials used did not meet or exceed the fire resistance properties of 1/2-inch thick Type Xgypsum. A knowledgeable person would likely conclude that there are often many contributing factors that lead to the destruction caused by a firein a combustible attic space including that the draft stop was not properly constructed. The code change proponent has not provided any technicaljustification that supports the premise that by requiring draft stops be a minimum of ½-inch thick Type X gypsum (with a 25 minute calculated fireresistance rating as indicated in the committee statement) the result will be a reduction in draft stop failure and/or extent of fire damage.

Francis, Sam W.

Not one of the reports on recent large fires has shown that wood structural panel draft stops failed to perform as expected. Nor has there beenany anectodotal information to suggest that it is a big contributor. This is a misguided add on to the equally misinformed changes to the ThermalBarrier requirements. THese WSP stops are in fact much better than gypsum because the appocruful cable installer cannot knock a large hole inWSP but he can in gypsum

Gerdes, Ralph D.

I concur with Mr. Delvin, Mr. Francis and Mr. Klein.

Klein, Marshall A.

Report done in the Florida study on draftstopping in existing buildings, the report notes that all the draft stops were being installed, or had beeninstalled, correctly. This code change is premature before any justification based on fire data is provided to the Committee. FR-3503 should berejected.

Shino, Gregory K.

There is insufficient technical justification supporting 1/2-inch thick type X gypsum will significantly improve the draft stop performance over theexisting requirement.


This language is difficult for enforcers. What is "other approved materials..." I agree with comments made by Koffel, Francis, Devlin, and Klein.


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8.15.4 * Alcohol-Based Hand-Rub Dispensers.

Where permitted by Chapters 15 through 31 and 33 through 34, alcohol-based hand-rub dispensers shall be permitted provided theymeet all of the following criteria:

(1) The maximum individual dispenser fluid capacity shall be as follows:

(2) 0.32 gal (1.2 L) for dispensers in corridors and areas open to corridors

(3) 0.53 gal (2.0 L) for dispensers in rooms or suites of rooms separated from corridors

(4) Where aerosol containers are used, the maximum capacity of the aerosol dispenser shall be 18 oz. (0.51 kg) and shall be limitedto Level 1 aerosols as defined in NFPA 30B

(5) Dispensers shall be separated from each other by horizontal spacing of not less than 48 in. (1220 mm).

(6) Not more than an aggregate 10 gal (37.8 L) of alcohol-based hand-rub solution or 1135 oz (32.2 kg) of Level 1 aerosols, or acombination of liquids and Level 1 aerosols not to exceed, in total, the equivalent of 10 gal (37.8 L) or 1135 oz (32.2 kg,) shall be inuse outside of a storage cabinet in a single smoke compartment, or fire compartment or story, whichever is less in area. Onedispenser complying with 8.15.4(1) per room and located in that room shall not be included in the aggregated quantity.

(7) Storage of quantities greater than 5 gal (18.9 L) in a single smoke compartment or fire compartment or story, whichever is less inarea, shall meet the requirements of NFPA 30.

(8) Dispensers shall not be installed in the following locations:

(9) Above an ignition source for a horizontal distance of 1 in. (25 mm) to each side of the ignition source

(10) To the side of an ignition source within a 1 in. (25 mm) horizontal distance from the ignition source

(11) Beneath an ignition source within a 1 in. (25 mm) vertical distance from the ignition source

(12) Dispensers installed directly over carpeted floors shall be permitted only in sprinklered areas of the building.

(13) The alcohol-based hand-rub solution shall not exceed 95 percent alcohol content by volume.

(14) Operation of the dispenser shall comply with the following criteria:

(15) The dispenser shall not release its contents except when the dispenser is activated, either manually or automatically bytouch-free activation.

(16) Any activation of the dispenser shall only occur when an object is placed within 4 in. (100 mm) of the sensing device.

(17) An object placed within the activation zone and left in place shall not cause more than one activation.

(18) The dispenser shall not dispense more solution than the amount required for hand hygiene consistent with label instructions.

(19) The dispenser shall be designed, constructed, and operated in a manner that ensures accidental or malicious activation ofthe dispensing device is minimized.

(20) The dispenser shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s care and use instructions each time a new refill isinstalled.


This should not be a building code issue. This should be a fire code issue. As such, this should be deleted from the NFPA 5000 and NFPA 101 for all occupancies. Note that Section 8.7.3 of NFPA 101 (FR-2507) addresses hand sanitizers, and a comment has been submitted to it for deletion based on the same reasons.

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Public Input No. 127-NFPA 5000-2015 [Section No. 8.15.4]


Submitter Full Name: Jim Muir

Organization: Building Safety Division, Clark County, Washington

Affilliation: NFPA's Building Code Development Committee (BCDC)


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Committee Input No. 2516-NFPA 101-2015 [ Section No. 8.3.4.2 [Excluding any

Sub-Sections] ]


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The fire protection rating for opening protectives in fire barriers, fire-rated smoke barriers, andfire-rated smoke partitions shall be in accordance with Table 8.3.4.2, except as otherwise permittedin 8.3.4.3 or 8.3.4.4.

Table 8.3.4.2 Minimum Fire Ratings for Opening Protectives in Fire Resistance–Rated Assembliesand Fire-Rated Glazing Markings

Component Walls

and

Partitions

(hr) Fire

Door

Assemblies

(hr) Door

Vision

Panel

Maximum

Size

(in. 2 ) Fire-Rated

GlazingMarking

Door

VisionPanel Minimum Side Light/Transom Assembly

Rating (hr) Fire-Rated GlazingMarking Side

Light/Transom Panel Minimum Fire-RatedWindows Rating a,b (hr) Fire-Rated

Window Marking Fire

protection Fire

resistance Fire

protection Fire

resistance Fire

protection Fire

resistance Fire

protection Fire

resistance Elevator hoistways 2 1- 1 ⁄ 2 155 in. 2 c D-H-90 or D-H-W-90 NP 2 NP D-

H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-120 1 1 155 in. 2 c D-H-60 or D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP W-601 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 85 in. 2 d D-20 or D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-

30 Elevator lobby (per 7.2.13.4) 1 1 100 in. 2 a ≤100 in. 2 , D-H-T-60 or D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP D-

H-W-60 NP 1 NP W-60 >100 in. 2 , D-H-W-60 Vertical shafts (including stairways, exits and refuse

chutes 2 1- 1 ⁄ 2 Maximum size tested D-H-90 or D-H-W-90 NP 2 NP D-H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-120 1 1 Maximum size tested D-H-60 or D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP W-60 Replacement

Panels in Existing Vertical Shafts 1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 1 ⁄ 31 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-30 Fire barriers 3 3 100 in. 2 a <=100 in. 2 ,

D-H-180 or D-H-W-180 NP 3 NP D-H-W-180 NP 3 NP W-180 >100 in. 2 , D-H-W-180 2 1- 1 ⁄ 2

Maximum size tested D-H-90 or D-H-W-90 NP 2 NP D-H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-120 1 3 ⁄ 4 Maximum

size tested e D-H-45 or D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 e 3 ⁄ 4 e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4

OH-45 W-60 1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-201 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-30 Horizontal exits 2 1- 1 ⁄ 2 Maximum size tested D-H-90 or D-H-W-


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90 NP 2 NP D-H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-120 Horizontal exits served by bridges between buildings 23 ⁄ 4 Maximum size tested e D-H-45 or D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 e 3 ⁄ 4 e D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 43 ⁄ 4 OH-45 W-120 Exit access corridors f 1 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 3 ⁄ 43 ⁄ 4 D- H-45 D-H-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 OH-45 W-60 1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or

D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D- H-20 D-H-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-30 Smoke barriers f 1 1 ⁄ 3

Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 D- H-45 D-H-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 OH-45 W-

60 Smoke partitions f,g 1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-

H-20 D-H-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-30

For SI units, 1 in. 2 = 0.00064516 m 2 .

NP: Not permitted.

a Fire resistance–rated glazing tested to ASTM E 119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests ofBuilding Construction and Materials ; or ANSI/UL 263, Standard for Fire Tests of BuildingConstruction and Materials , shall be permitted in the maximum size tested (see 8.3.3.7) .

b Fire-rated glazing in exterior windows shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.12.

c See ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators , for additional information.

d See ASME A17.3, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators , for additional information.

e Maximum area of individual exposed lights shall be 1296 in. 2 (0.84 m 2 ), with no dimensionexceeding 54 in. (1.37 m) unless otherwise tested. [ 80: Table 4.4.5 Note b and 80: 4.4.5.1].

f Fire doors are not required to have a hose stream test per ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Testsof Door Assemblies ; or ANSI/UL 10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of DoorAssemblies .

g For residential board and care, see 32.2.3.1 and 33.2.3.1.



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CommitteeStatement:

The primary change to Table 8.3.4.2 moves the rows for fire barriers to the bottom of thetable prior to the entry for smoke barriers. Many fire barriers fall into one of the categorieslisted throughout the table. The entry for "other fire barriers" is a 'catch all' for fire barriers thatare not categorized by one of the other components in the table and is more appropriatelylocated at the end of the list of fire-rated components. A row for 30 minute smoke barrierswas also added along with two corrections to the marking of side lights/transoms. Thecommittee will continute to review and update the Table as necessary for the Second Draftmeeting.

Committee Notes:

Date Submitted By

Aug 5,2015

Kristin Bigda See attached Table for intended revisions.


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Committee Input No. 3514-NFPA 5000-2015 [ Section No. 8.7.2 ]


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8.7.2 Minimum Fire Protection Rating.


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Opening protectives shall have a minimum fire protection rating as specified in Table 8.7.2.

Table 8.7.2 Minimum Fire Ratings for Opening Protectives in Fire Resistance–Rated Assembliesand Fire Rated Glazing Markings

Component Walls and Partitions (hr) Fire Door Assemblies (hr) Door Vision Panel Maximum Size

(in. 2 ) h Fire Rated Glazing Marking Door Vision Panel Minimum Side Light/Transom AssemblyRating (hr) Fire Rated Glazing Marking Side Light/Transom Panel Minimum Fire Rated Windows

Rating c,e (hr) Fire Rated Window Marking Fire protection Fire resistance Fire protection Fireresistance Fire protection Fire resistance Fire protection Fire resistance Elevator

hoistways 2 1 1 ⁄ 2 155 sq. in. f D-H-90 or D-H-W-90 NP 2 NP D-H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-

120 1 1 155 sq. in. f D-H-60 or D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP W-60 Elevator lobby (per

7.2.13.4) 1 1 100 sq. in. c ≤100 sq.in., D-H-T-60 or D-H-W-60 h NP 1 NP D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP W-

60 >100 sq.in., D-H-W-60 h Vertical shafts (including stairways, exits and refuse chutes 2 1 1 ⁄ 2Maximum size tested D-H-90 or D-H-W-90 NP 2 NP D-H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-120 1 1 Maximum sizetested D-H-60 or D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP D-H-W-60 NP 1 NP W-60 Replacement panels in existing

vertical shafts 1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-201 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-30 Fire barriers 3 3 100 sq. in. c ≤100 sq.in., D-H-180 or D-H-W-180 h

NP 3 NP D-H-W-180 NP 3 NP W-180 >100 sq.in., D-H-W-180 h 2 1 1 ⁄ 2 Maximum size

tested D-H-90 or D-H-W-90 NP 2 NP D-H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-120 1 3 ⁄ 4 Maximum size tested d

D-H-45 or D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 d 3 ⁄ 4 d D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 OH-45 W-60 1 ⁄ 21 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20

W-30 Horizontal exits 2 1 1 ⁄ 2 Maximum size tested D-H-90 or D-H-W-90 NP 2 NP D-

H-W-120 NP 2 NP W-120 Horizontal exits served by bridges between buildings 2 3 ⁄ 4 Maximum

size tested d D-H-45 or D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 d 3 ⁄ 4 d D-H-45 D-H-W-45 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 OH-45 W-

120 Exit access corridors a 1 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 D-

H-45 D-H-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 OH-45 W-60 1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-201 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-H-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-30 Smoke barriers a 1 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum

size tested D-20 or D-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 D-H-45 D-H-W-20 3 ⁄ 4 3 ⁄ 4 OH-45 W-60 Smoke

partitions a,b 1 ⁄ 2 1 ⁄ 3 Maximum size tested D-20 or D-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 D-H-20 D-

H-W-20 1 ⁄ 3 1 ⁄ 3 OH-20 W-30

NP: Not permitted.

a. Fire doors are not required to have a hose stream test per NFPA 252, Standard Methods ofFire Tests of Door Assemblies ; ANSI/UL 10B, Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies ; orANSI/UL 10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies .

b. For residential board and care, see 32.2.3.1 and 33.2.3.1.

c. Fire resistance rated glazing tested to NFPA 251 shall be permitted in the maximum size tested( see 8.3.3.7 ).

d. Maximum area of individual exposed lights shall be 1296 in. 2 (0.84 m 2 ) with no dimensionexceeding 54 in. (1.37 m) unless otherwise tested. [ 80: Table 4.4.5 Note b and 80: 4.4.5.1].

e. Fire-rated glazing in exterior windows shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.12.

f. See ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators , for additional information.

g. See ASME A17.3, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators , for additionalinformation.


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h. Note: 1 in. 2 = 0.00064516 m 2 .



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Submitter Full Name: Kristin Bigda


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CommitteeStatement:

The primary change to Table 8.7.2 moves the rows for fire barriers to the bottom of the tableprior to the entry for smoke barriers. Many fire barriers fall into one of the categories listedthroughout the table. The entry for "other fire barriers" is a 'catch all' for fire barriers that arenot categorized by one of the other components in the table and is more appropriatelylocated at the end of the list of fire-rated components. A row for 30 minute smoke barrierswas also added along with two corrections to the marking of side lights/transoms. Thecommittee will continute to review and update the Table as necessary for the Second Draftmeeting.

ResponseMessage:

Committee Notes:

Date Submitted By

Aug 5,2015

Kristin Bigda See changes to table in attachment.


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8.7.2 Minimum Fire Protection Rating.

Opening protectives shall have a minimum fire protection rating as specified in Table 8.7.2.

Table 8.7.2 Minimum Fire Ratings for Opening Protectives in Fire Resistance–Rated Assemblies and Fire Rated Glazing Markings

Component

Walls and

Partitions (hr)

Fire Door Assemblies

(hr)

Door Vision Panel

Maximum Size

(in.2)h

Fire Rated

Glazing Marking

Door Vision Panel

Minimum Side Light/Transom


Fire Rated Glazing Marking Side

Light/Transom Panel

Minimum Fire Rated Windows Ratingc,e

(hr)

Fire Rated Window Marking

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Elevator

hoistways 2 11⁄2

155 sq.

in.f

D-H-90

or D-H-

W-90 NP 2

NP

D-H-W-

120

NP 2

NP W-120

1 1

155 sq.

in.f

D-H-60

or D-H-

W-60 NP 1

NP D-H-W-60

NP 1

NP W-60

Elevator

lobby (per

711.2.13.4) 1 1

100 sq.

in.c

≤100

sq.in.,

D-H-T-

60 or

D-H-

W-60h NP 1

NP D-H-W-60

NP 1

NP W-60

>100

sq.in.,

D-H-

W-60h

Vertical

shafts 2 11⁄2

Maximum

size

D-H-90

or D-H- NP 2

NP

D-H-W-

120

NP 2

NP W-120

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Component

Walls and

Partitions (hr)


(hr)

Door Vision Panel

Maximum Size

(in.2)h

Fire Rated

Glazing Marking

Door Vision Panel




Light/Transom Panel


(hr)


Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

(including

stairways,

exits and

refuse

chutes

tested W-90

1 1

Maximum

size

tested

D-H-60

or D-H-

W-60 NP 1

NP D-H-W-60

NP 1

NP W-60

Replacement

panels in

existing

vertical

shafts 1⁄2 1⁄3

Maximum

size

tested

D-20 or

D-W-

20 1⁄3 1⁄3

D-H-20 D-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3

OH-20 W-30

Fire barriers 3 3

100 sq.

in.c

≤100

sq.in.,

D-H-

180 or

D-H-

W-180h NP 3

NP

D-H-W-

180

NP 3

NP W-180

>100

sq.in.,

D-H-

W-180h

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Component

Walls and

Partitions (hr)


(hr)

Door Vision Panel

Maximum Size

(in.2)h

Fire Rated

Glazing Marking

Door Vision Panel




Light/Transom Panel


(hr)


Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

2 11⁄2

Maximum

size

tested

D-H-90

or D-H-

W-90 NP 2

NP

D-H-W-

120

NP 2

NP W-120

1 3⁄4

Maximum

size

testedd

D-H-45

or D-H-

W-45 3⁄4d 3⁄4d

D-H-45 D-H-W-45

3⁄4 3⁄4

OH-45 W-60

1⁄2 1⁄3

Maximum

size

tested

D-20 or

D-W-

20 1⁄3 1⁄3

D-H-20 D-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3

OH-20 W-30

Horizontal

exits 2 11⁄2

Maximum

size

tested

D-H-90

or D-H-

W-90 NP 2

NP

D-H-W-

120

NP 2

NP W-120

Horizontal

exits served

by bridges

between

buildings

2 3⁄4

Maximum

size

testedd

D-H-45

or D-H-

W-45

3⁄4d 3⁄4d

D-H-45 D-H-W-45

3⁄4 3⁄4

OH-45 W-120

Exit access

corridorsa 1 1⁄3

Maximum

size

tested

D-20 or

D-W-

20

3⁄4 3⁄4

D- H-45 D-H-W-

2045 3⁄4 3⁄4

OH-45 W-60

1⁄2 1⁄3

Maximum

size

D-20 or

D-W-1⁄3 1⁄3

D-H-20 D-H-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3

OH-20 W-30

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Component

Walls and

Partitions (hr)


(hr)

Door Vision Panel

Maximum Size

(in.2)h

Fire Rated

Glazing Marking

Door Vision Panel




Light/Transom Panel


(hr)


Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

tested 20

Other fire

barriers 3 3

100 sq.

in.c

≤100

sq.in.,

D-H-

180 or

D-H-

W-180h NP 3

NP

D-H-W-

180

NP 3

NP W-180

>100

sq.in.,

D-H-

W-180h

2 11⁄2

Maximum

size

tested

D-H-90

or D-H-

W-90 NP 2

NP

D-H-W-

120

NP 2

NP W-120

1 3⁄4

Maximum

size

testedd

D-H-45

or D-H-

W-45 3⁄4d 3⁄4d

D-H-45 D-H-W-45

3⁄4 3⁄4

OH-45 W-60

1⁄2 1⁄3

Maximum

size

tested

D-20 or

D-W-

20 1⁄3 1⁄3

D-H-20 D-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3

OH-20 W-30

Smoke

barriers a 1 1⁄3

Maximum

size

D-20 or

D-W-3⁄4 3⁄4

D-H-45

D-H-W-

2045 3⁄4 3⁄4

OH-45 W-60

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Component

Walls and

Partitions (hr)


(hr)

Door Vision Panel

Maximum Size

(in.2)h

Fire Rated

Glazing Marking

Door Vision Panel




Light/Transom Panel


(hr)


Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

Fire protection

Fire resistance

tested 20

1⁄2 1⁄3

Maximum

size

tested

D-20 or

D-W-

20

1⁄3 1⁄3 D-H-20 D-H-W-20 1⁄3 1⁄3 OH-20 W-30

Smoke

partitions a,b 1⁄2 1⁄3

Maximum

size

tested

D-20 or

D-W-

20

1⁄3 1⁄3

D-H-20 D-H-W-20

1⁄3 1⁄3

OH-20 W-30

NP: Not permitted.

a. Fire doors are not required to have a hose stream test per NFPA 252, Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies; ANSI/UL 10B,

Standard for Fire Tests of Door Assemblies; or ANSI/UL 10C, Standard for Positive Pressure Fire Tests of Door Assemblies.

b. For residential board and care, see 32.2.3.1 and 33.2.3.1.

c. Fire resistance rated glazing tested to NFPA 251 shall be permitted in the maximum size tested (see 8.3.3.7).

d. Maximum area of individual exposed lights shall be 1296 in.2 (0.84 m2) with no dimension exceeding 54 in. (1.37 m) unless otherwise

tested. [80:Table 4.4.5 Note b and 80:4.4.5.1].

e. Fire-rated glazing in exterior windows shall be marked in accordance with Table 8.3.3.12.

f. See ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators, for additional information.

g. See ASME A17.3, Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, for additional information.

h. Note: 1 in.2 = 0.00064516 m2.

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From: Bigda, KristinSent: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 2:58 PMTo: 'Willse Peter'Cc: Cote, RonSubject: RE: NFPA 101 Section 8

Hi Pete – Very sorry for the delay in this. I hope this research helps with your question.

It looks like this is an existing error going back to the 2012 edition. In the A2011 ROC, new text was added as Section 8.3.4.2.1 as follows:

ROC 101‐98

8.3.4.2.1 Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked as complying with hose stream requirements (H) shall be permitted in applications that do not require compliance with hose stream requirements. Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked as complying with temperature rise requirements (T) shall be permitted in applications that do not require compliance with temperature rise requirements. Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked with ratings (XXX) that exceed the ratings required by

this code shall be permitted. However, this is what ended up in the Code:

8.3.4.2.1 Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked as complying with hose stream requirements (H) shall be permitted in applications that do not require compliance with hose stream requirements. Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked as complying with temperature rise requirements (T) shall be permitted in applications that do not require compliance with temperature rise requirements. Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked with ratings that exceed the ratings required by this Code (XXX) shall be permitted.

The FIR committee did create first revisions and committee inputs on the opening protective requirements in NFPA 101 so I will be able to correct this during the Second Draft stage. Thank you for bringing it to my attention.

Kristin Important Notice: Any opinion expressed in this correspondence is the personal opinion of the author and does not necessarily represent the official position of the NFPA or its Technical Committees. In addition, this correspondence is neither intended, nor should it be relied upon, to provide professional consultation or services.

From: Willse Peter [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2015 12:07 PM To: Bigda, Kristin <[email protected]> Subject: NFPA 101 Section 8

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Did you see this?

8.3.4.2.1 Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked as complying with hose stream requirements (H) shall be permitted in applications that do not require compliance with hose stream requirements. Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked as complying with temperature rise requirements (T) shall be permitted in applications that do not require compliance with temperature rise requirements. Fire-rated glazing assemblies marked with ratings that exceed the ratings required by this Code (XXX) shall be permitted.

What is Code (XXX)?

Pete

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