Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 29 - MARYLAND STATE POLICE
Subtitle 06 - FIRE PREVENTION COMMISSION
Chapter 29.06.01 - Fire Prevention Code
Section 29.06.01.02 - Purpose
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 29.06.01.02
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 6, March 22, 2024
A. The purpose of this chapter is to establish minimum requirements that will provide a reasonable degree of fire prevention and control to safeguard life, property, or public welfare from:
(1) The hazards of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling, or use of substances, materials, or devices; and
(2) Conditions hazardous to life, property, or public welfare in the use or occupancy of buildings, structures, sheds, tents, lots, or premises.
B. This chapter incorporates by reference NFPA 1 Fire Code (2018 Edition), except as amended in Regulations .08 and .09 of this chapter, and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (2018 Edition), except as amended in Regulation .07 of this chapter.
C. The State Fire Prevention Commission recommends the use of the NFPA National Fire Codes or other nationally recognized standards in technical matters not specifically addressed by this chapter.
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