Code of Massachusetts Regulations
780 CMR - STATE BOARD OF BUILDING REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
Chapter 9 - Fire Protection Systems
Section 905 - STANDPIPE SYSTEMS
Subsection 905.5 - Location of Class II standpipe hose connections

Universal Citation: 780 CMR MA Code of Regs 905.5

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

Class II standpipe hose connections shall be accessible and located so that all portions of the building are within 30 feet (9144 mm) of a nozzle attached to 100 feet (30 480 mm) of hose. [F]

905.5.1 Groups A-1 and A-2. In Group A-1 and A-2 occupancies with occupant loads of more than 1,000, hose connections shall be located on each side of any stage, on each side of the rear of the auditorium, on each side of the balcony and on each tier of dressing rooms. [F]

905.5.2 Protection. Fire-resistance-rated protection of risers and laterals of Class II standpipe systems is not required. [F]

905.5.3 Class II system 1-inch hose. A minimum 1-inch (25 mm) hose shall be permitted to be used for hose stations in light-hazard occupancies where investigated and listed for this service and where approved by the fire code official. [F]

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