Ohio Administrative Code
Title 1301:7 - Division of State Fire Marshal
Chapter 1301:7-7 - Ohio Fire Code
Section 1301:7-7-06 - Building services and systems
Universal Citation: OH Admin Code 1301:7-7-06
Current through all regulations passed and filed through September 16, 2024
(A) Section 601 General
(1)
601.1 Scope. The provisions of this
rule shall apply to the installation, operation and
maintenance of fuel-fired appliances and heating systems, emergency and standby
power systems, electrical systems and equipment, mechanical refrigeration
systems, elevator recall, stationary storage battery systems and commercial
kitchen equipment.
(2)
601.2 Permits. Permits shall be obtained
for refrigeration systems, battery systems and solar photovoltaic power systems
as set forth in rule
1301:7-7-01
of the Administrative Code.
(B) Section 602 Definitions
(1)
602.1 Definitions. The following terms are
defined in rule
1301:7-7-02 of the
Administrative Code.
"Battery system, stationary lead acid."
"Battery types."
[M] "Commercial cooking appliances."
"Critical circuit."
"Emergency power system."
[M] "Hood."
"Type I."
"Type II."
"Refrigerant."
"Refrigeration system."
"Standby power system."
(C) Section 603 Fuel-fired appliances
(1)
603.1
Installation. The installation of nonportable fuel gas appliances and
systems shall comply with the International Fuel Gas Code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. The installation of all other fuel-fired
appliances, other than internal combustion engines, oil lamps and portable
devices such as blow torches, melting pots and weed burners, shall comply with
this paragraph and the mechanical code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(a)
603.1.1
Manufacturer's instructions. The installation shall be made in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and applicable federal, state
and local rules and regulations. Where it becomes necessary to change, modify
or alter a manufacturer's instructions in any way, written approval shall first
be obtained from the manufacturer.
(b)
603.1.2
Approval. The design, construction and installation of fuel-fired
appliances shall be in accordance with the International Fuel Gas Code and the
mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(c)
603.1.3
Electrical wiring and equipment. Electrical wiring and equipment used in
connection with oil-burning equipment shall be installed and maintained in
accordance with paragraph (E)(605) of this
rule and NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(d)
603.1.4
Fuel oil. The grade of fuel oil used in a burner shall be that for which
the burner is approved and as stipulated by the burner manufacturer. Oil
containing gasoline shall not be used. Waste crankcase oil shall be an
acceptable fuel in Group F, M and S occupancies where utilized in equipment
listed for use with waste oil and where such equipment is installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the terms of its
listing.
(e)
603.1.5 Access. The installation shall be
readily accessible for cleaning hot surfaces; removing burners; replacing
motors, controls, air filters, chimney connectors, draft regulators and other
working parts; and for adjusting, cleaning and lubricating
parts.
(f)
603.1.6 Testing, diagrams and
instructions. After installation of the oil-burning equipment, operation
and combustion performance tests shall be conducted to determine that the
burner is in proper operating condition and that all accessory equipment,
controls, and safety devices function properly.
(i)
603.1.6.1
Diagrams. Contractors installing industrial oil-burning systems shall
furnish not less than two copies of diagrams showing the main oil lines and
controlling valves, one copy of which shall be posted at the oil-burning
equipment and another at an approved location that will be accessible in case
of emergency.
(ii)
603.1.6.2 Instructions. After completing
the installation, the installer shall instruct the owner or operator in the
proper operation of the equipment. The installer shall furnish the owner or
operator with the name and telephone number of persons to contact for technical
information or assistance and routine or emergency services.
(g)
603.1.7 Clearances. Working clearances between oil-fired
appliances and electrical panelboards and equipment shall be in accordance with
NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Clearances between oil-fired equipment and
oil supply tanks shall be in accordance with NFPA 31 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
603.2
Chimneys. Masonry chimneys shall be constructed in accordance with the
building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Factory-built chimneys shall be installed
in accordance with the mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Metal chimneys shall be constructed and
installed in accordance with NFPA 211 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(3)
603.3 Fuel
oil storage systems. Fuel oil storage systems shall be installed in
accordance with this code. Fuel oil piping systems shall be installed in
accordance with the mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(a)
603.3.1 Permits.
Permits shall be
required as set forth in rule
1301:7-7-01
of the Administrative Code for fuel oil storage systems exceeding 60 gallons in
storage capacity.
Exception: Fuel oil storage tanks with a capacity of less than 1,100 gallons and utilized for residential purposes.
(b)
603.3.2
Fuel oil storage in outside, aboveground tanks. Where connected to a
fuel-oil piping system, the maximum amount of fuel oil storage allowed outside
above ground without additional protection shall be 660 gallons (2498 L). The
storage of fuel oil above ground in quantities exceeding 660 gallons (2498 L)
shall comply with NFPA 31 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(c)
603.3.3
Fuel oil storage inside buildings. Fuel oil storage inside buildings
shall comply with paragraphs (C)(3)(c)(i)(603.3.3.1)
to (C)(3)(c)(v)(603.3.3.5) of this rule or
rule
1301:7-7-57
of the Administrative Code.
(i)
603.3.3.1
Quantity limits. One or more fuel oil storage tanks containing Class II
or III combustible liquid shall be permitted in a building. The aggregate
capacity of all such tanks shall not exceed 660 gallons (2498 L).
Exception: The aggregate capacity limit shall be permitted to be increased to 3,000 gallons (11 356 L) of Class II or III liquid for storage in protected aboveground tanks complying with paragraph (D)(2)(i)(vi)(5704.2.9.6) of rule 1301:7-7-57 of the Administrative Code, where all of the following conditions are met:
1.
The entire 3,000 gallon (11 356 L) quantity shall be stored
in protected aboveground tanks.
2.
The 3,000 gallon
(11 356 L) capacity shall be permitted to be stored in a single tank or
multiple smaller tanks.
3.
Normal and emergency venting shall be provided
in accordance with NFPA 30 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code except that the vent capacity reduction factors
shall not be allowed. Normal vent shall terminate to the outside of the
building.
4.
Flame arrestors or pressure vacuum breather
valves shall be installed in normal vents.
5.
Secondary
containment, drainage control or diking shall be provided in accordance with
paragraph (D)(2)( 5004.2) of rule
1301:7-7-50
of the Administrative Code.
6.
An
overfill prevention system that prevents the tank from being filled in excess
of 95 per cent of its capacity shall be provided for each tank. Filling
procedure information shall be available accessible to the person filling the
tanks.
7.
The fill pipe shall be provided with a means of
making a direct connection to the fuel delivery hose so that the delivery of
fuel is not exposed to the open air during the filling operation. The fill line
shall terminate to the outside.
8.
A
noncombustible fixed spill container having a capacity of not less than 5
gallons (19 L) shall be provided for each fill connection. The spill container
shall be equipped with a manual drain valve that drains into the primary
tank.
9.
Approved anti-siphon devices shall be installed
in each external pipe connected to the protected above-ground tank when the
pipe extends below the level of the top of the tank;
and
10.
The tanks shall be located in a room protected by an
automatic sprinkler system complying with paragraph
(C)(3)(a)(i)(903.3.1.1) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code.
(ii)
603.3.3.2
Restricted use and connection. Tanks installed in accordance with
paragraph (C)(3)(c)(603.3.3) of this rule
shall be used only to supply fuel oil to fuel-burning or generator equipment
installed in accordance with paragraph
(C)(3)(c)(iv)(603.3.3.4) of this rule. Connections between
tanks and equipment supplied by such tanks shall be made using closed piping
systems.
(iii)
603.3.3.3 Applicability of maximum allowable
quantity and control area requirements. The quantity of combustible
liquid stored in tanks complying with paragraph
(C)(3)(c)(603.3.3) of this rule shall not be counted towards
the maximum allowable quantity set forth in Table 5003.1.1(1) of rule
1301:7-7-50
of the Administrative Code, and such tanks shall not be required to be
located in a control area.
(iv)
603.3.3.4
Installation. Tanks and piping systems shall be installed and separated
from other uses in accordance with section 915 and chapter 13 both of the
mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code, as applicable.
Exception: Protected aboveground tanks complying with paragraph (D)(2)(i)(vii)(5704.2.9.7) of rule 1301:7-7-57 of the Administrative Code shall not be required to be separated from surrounding areas.
(v)
603.3.3.5
Tanks in basements. Tanks in basements shall be located not more than
two stories below grade plane.
(d)
603.3.4 Additional protection.
Aboveground tanks for the storage of fuel oil shall be safeguarded from
public access or unauthorized entry. Additional protection meeting the
requirements of paragraph (D)(1)(b)(3404.1.2) of rule
1301:7-7-34
of the Administrative Code shall be provided.
Exceptions:
1.
Facilities
enclosed by a perimeter security fence where the public is prohibited from
accessing the fuel oil storage area.
2.
Tanks
enclosed in vaults.
3.
Fuel oil
storage tanks with a capacity of less than 660 gallons and utilized for
residential purposes.
(e)
603.3.5
Underground storage of fuel oil. The storage of fuel oil in underground
storage tanks shall comply with NFPA 31 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(4)
603.4
Portable unvented heaters. Portable unvented fuel-fired heating
equipment shall be prohibited in occupancies in Groups A, E, I, R-1, R-2, R-3
and R-4. Portable kerosene-fired space or room heaters shall be
equipped with an automatic extinguishing tip-over device. Any natural gas-fired
or liquid petroleum gas-fired space or room heater shall be equipped with an
oxygen depletion safety shutoff system and the source of fuel shall be piped
from a location outside the building. All unvented heaters shall be marked by
the manufacturer in some conspicuous manner that the heater has been approved
and listed by one of the authoritative sources listed in rule
1301:7-7-01
of the Administrative Code.
Exceptions:
1.
Listed and
approved unvented fuel-fired heaters, including portable outdoor gas-fired
heating appliances, in one-and two-family dwellings.
2.
Portable outdoor
gas-fired heating appliances shall be allowed in accordance with
paragraph (C)(5)(b)(603.5.2) of this
rule.
(a)
603.4.1 Prohibited locations. Unvented
fuel-fired heating equipment shall not be located in, or obtain combustion air
from, any of the following rooms or spaces: sleeping rooms, bathrooms, toilet
rooms or storage closets. No unvented kerosene heater shall be located
in any building means of egress.
(b)
603.4.2 Elevation not
permitted.
No unvented kerosene heater shall be
elevated by being placed upon a stand or otherwise placed or suspended above
the floor.
(c)
603.4.3 Placement
restrictions.
No unvented kerosene heater shall be
placed within three feet of any furniture, drapery, curtain, decorative
material, accessory, appliance, equipment, merchandise, goods, or fixture, or
any other thing, which is or may be combustible.
(d)
603.4.4 Must be attended.
No unvented kerosene heater shall be left unattended while it is
operating.
(e)
603.4.5 Non-combustible mat
required.
Every unvented kerosene heater shall be set
and centered upon a noncombustible mat or shallow base, the dimensions of which
shall be sufficient to allow at least three feet of the mat or base to extend
outward in any direction from any part of the unvented kerosene
heater.
(f)
603.4.6 Ventilation
required.
Every unvented kerosene heater shall be used
in an area where there is adequate ventilation, as recommended by the
manufacturer of such heater
(g)
603.4.7 Cool-down required.
No unvented kerosene heater shall be fueled or refueled while it is
operating or within ten minutes of flame extinguishment, or contrary to the
instructions of its manufacturer.
(h)
603.4.8 Fueling prohibited.
No unvented kerosene heater or its fuel reservoir shall be fueled or
refueled inside a building. All such fueling operations shall be performed
outdoors.
(i)
603.4.9 Fueling
guidelines.
Every unvented kerosene heater shall be
fueled or refueled strictly in accordance with the instructions of its
manufacturer
(j)
603.4.10 Fuel
requirements.
The fuel in every unvented kerosene
heater shall be only No. 1-K kerosene as prescribed in paragraph
(F)(9)( 3406.9) of rule
1301:7-7-34
of the Administrative Code.
(k)
603.4.11 Fuel storage.
The fuel used in every unvented kerosene heater shall be stored away
from occupied areas and in an approved container which shall be marked or
labeled in a conspicuous manner to read: "1-K
kerosene."
(l)
603.4.12 Fire extinguisher
requirements.
At least one fire extinguisher with a
minimum 2-A, 20-B:C rating and capacity shall be provided and available for use
within twenty-five feet of every unvented kerosene heater during its
operation.
(m)
603.4.13 Manufacturer's
instructions.
No persons shall sell or offer for sale
any kerosene heater in this state unless the manufacturer has provided
instructions for operating the heater and certain information about its use,
which shall include the following:
(i)
All
pertinent information bearing upon the assembly and installation of the
heater
(ii)
All pertinent information bearing upon the
proper operation, maintenance, and storage of the
heater
(iii)
All pertinent information which might
reasonably bear upon the health or life safety of persons in the vicinity of
the heater if recommended assembly, installation, operational, or maintenance
procedures are not respected.
(iv)
All
safety features incorporated in the heater shall be
described
(v)
Instructions for starting or lighting the
heater regulating its flame or heat, and turning it off or extinguishing its
flame.
(vi)
Proper fueling procedures shall be set
forth.
(vii)
A cautionary warning that the heater may be
extremely hot while in operation; that, therefore, it may burn, injure, or
damage any person or thing contacting it; and that, in particular, infants,
children, physically or mentally incompetent persons, and pets should be kept
away from the unit.
(viii)
A
cautionary warning that the heater may be extremely hot while in operation;
that, therefore, the heat radiating from it may ignite any combustible thing in
close proximity; that it should not be placed within three feet of any
furniture, drapery, curtain, clothing, or other thing which is or may be
combustible; that, however the heater may be placed against or within three
feet of a combustible wall, provided the heater is specifically designed for
such installation or placement.
(ix)
A
cautionary warning that the heater may be extremely hot while in operation;
that, therefore, no fueling procedure, including the removal of the fuel
reservoir, should be carried out while the unit is operating and until it has
cooled down.
(x)
A cautionary warning that the heater should not
be moved while it is in operation.
(xi)
A
cautionary warning that neither the heater nor any surface of the heater should
be used for the purpose of cooking or warming food, unless the heater is
specifically designed for cooking and warming food.
(xii)
A
cautionary warning that no additive for the heater's fuel with a flashpoint
below 100°F shall be used.
(xiii)
The
recommended minimum room size for the Btu output of the heater shall be set
forth.
(xiv)
The type and grade of fuel the heater is
designed to use shall be set forth, together with any safety or fire hazard
which might be involved if improper fuel is used.
(xv)
A
cautionary warning for every unvented kerosene heater, warning that when the
heater is in operation the combustion process uses oxygen from the space being
heated and returns carbon monoxide to the atmosphere as a product of
combustion; that, without adequate ventilation, the depletion of oxygen may
present a risk of asphyxiation; and that carbon monoxide is a colorless,
odorless, highly poisonous gas which, without adequate ventilation, may cause
headaches, dizziness, and nausea, or even be fatal.
(xvi)
The
ventilation requirements necessary for the safe operation of every unvented
kerosene heater shall be set forth.
(xvii)
A
cautionary warning for every unvented kerosene heater, warning that the fuel
used in such heater should be restricted to No. 1-K kerosene, as prescribed in
this code, or "Fresh, High Quality, Crystal Clear
Kerosene."
(n)
603.4.14 Issuance of citation.
If the state fire marshal, his authorized representative, or a
certified fire safety inspector finds that the use of an unvented kerosene
heater or the storage of its fuel is not in compliance with the provisions of
this rule, the state fire marshal, his authorized representative, or a
certified fire safety inspector shall issue a citation to the responsible
person as authorized by section
3737.42 of the Revised
Code.
(5)
603.5
Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances. Portable gas-fired
heating appliances located outdoors shall be in accordance with
paragraphs (C)(5)(a)(603.5.1) to
(C)(5)(c)(iv)(603.5.3.4) of this rule.
(a)
603.5.1
Location. Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be located
in accordance with paragraphs (C)(5)(a)(i)(603.5.1.1)
to (C)(5)(b)(iv)(603.5.2.4) of this
rule.
(i)
603.5.1.1 Prohibited locations. The
storage or use of portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances is prohibited
in any of the following locations:
(a)
Inside any occupancy when connected to the fuel gas
container.
(b)
Inside of tents, canopies and membrane
structures.
(c)
On exterior balconies.
Exception: As allowed in section 6.20 of NFPA 58 as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.
(ii)
603.5.1.2
Clearance to buildings. Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances
shall be located not less than 5 feet (1524 mm) from buildings.
(iii)
603.5.1.3
Clearance to combustible materials. Portable outdoor gas-fired heating
appliances shall not be located beneath, or closer than 5 feet (1524 mm) to
combustible decorations and combustible overhangs, awnings, sunshades or
similar combustible attachments to buildings.
(iv)
603.5.1.4
Proximity to exits. Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall
not be located within 5 feet (1524 mm) of exits or exit
discharges.
(b)
603.5.2 Installation and operation.
Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be installed and operated
in accordance with paragraphs (C)(5)(b)(i)(603.5.2.1)
to (C)(5)(b)(iv)(603.5.2.4) of this
rule.
(i)
603.5.2.1 Listing and approval. Only
listed and approved portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances utilizing a
fuel gas container that is integral to the appliance shall be
used.
(ii)
603.5.2.2 Installation and maintenance.
Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be installed and maintained
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
(iii)
603.5.2.3
Tip-over switch. Portable outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall be
equipped with a tilt or tip-over switch that automatically shuts off the flow
of gas if the appliance is tilted more than 15 degrees ( 0.26 rad) from the
vertical.
(iv)
603.5.2.4 Guard against contact. The
heating element or combustion chamber of portable outdoor gas-fired heating
appliances shall be permanently guarded so as to prevent accidental contact by
persons or material.
(c)
603.5.3 Gas
containers. Fuel gas containers for portable outdoor gas-fired heating
appliances shall comply with paragraphs
(C)(5)(c)(i)(603.5.3.1) to (C)(5)(c)(iv)(603.5.3.4) of
this rule.
(i)
603.5.3.1 Approved containers. Only
approved DOTn or ASME gas containers shall be used.
(ii)
603.5.3.2
Container replacement. Replacement of fuel gas containers in portable
outdoor gas-fired heating appliances shall not be conducted while the public is
present.
(iii)
603.5.3.3 Container capacity. The maximum
individual capacity of gas containers used in connection with portable outdoor
gas-fired heating appliances shall not exceed 20 pounds (9 kg).
(iv)
603.5.3.4
Indoor storage prohibited. Gas containers shall not be stored inside of
buildings except in accordance with paragraph (I)(9)( 6109.9)
of rule
1301:7-7-61
of the Administrative Code.
(6)
603.6
Heating appliances.Heating appliances
shall be listed and shall comply with paragraphs
(C)(6)(a)(603.6.1) to (C)(6)(b)(603.6.2) of this
rule.
(a)
603.6.1 Guard against contact.The heating element or combustion chamber shall be
permanently guarded so as to prevent accidental contact by persons or
material.
(b)
603.6.2 Heating appliance installation and
maintenance.Heating appliances shall be
installed and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions,
the building code, the mechanical code, the International Fuel
Gas Code and NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(7)
603.7
Chimneys and appliances.Chimneys,
incinerators, smokestacks or similar devices for conveying smoke or hot gases
to the outer air and the stoves, furnaces, fireboxes or boilers to which such
devices are connected, shall be maintained so as not to create a fire
hazard.
(a)
603.7.1 Masonry chimneys. Masonry chimneys
that, upon inspection, are found to be without a flue liner and that have open
mortar joints which will permit smoke or gases to be discharged into the
building, or which are cracked as to be dangerous, shall be repaired or relined
with a listed chimney liner system installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions or a flue lining system installed in accordance
with the requirements of the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code and appropriate for the intended class of
chimney service.
(b)
603.7.2 Metal chimneys.Metal chimneys which are corroded or improperly supported
shall be repaired or replaced.
(c)
603.7.3
Decorative shrouds.Decorative shrouds
installed at the termination of factory-built chimneys shall be removed except
where such shrouds are listed and labeled for use with the specific
factory-built chimney system and are installed in accordance with the chimney
manufacturer's instructions.
(d)
603.7.4
Factory-built chimneys.Existing
factory-built chimneys that are damaged, corroded or improperly supported shall
be repaired or replaced.
(e)
603.7.5 Connectors.Existing chimney and vent connectors that are damaged,
corroded or improperly supported shall be repaired or replaced.
(8)
603.8 Discontinuing operation of unsafe heating
appliances.The fire code official is
authorized to order that measures be taken to prevent the operation of any
existing stove, oven, furnace, incinerator, boiler or any other heat-producing
device or appliance found to be defective or in violation of code requirements
for existing appliances after giving notice to this effect to any person,
owner, firm or agent or operator in charge of the same. The fire code official
is authorized to take measures to prevent the operation of any device or
appliance without notice when inspection shows the existence of an immediate
fire hazard or when imperiling human life. The defective device shall remain
withdrawn from service until all necessary repairs or alterations have been
made.
(a)
603.8.1 Unauthorized operation. It shall be a
violation of this code for any person, user, firm or agent to continue the
utilization of any device or appliance (the operation of which has been
discontinued or ordered discontinued in accordance with paragraph
(C)(8)( 603.8) of this rule) unless written
authority to resume operation is given by the fire code official. Removing or
breaking the means by which operation of the device is prevented shall be a
violation of this code.
(9)
603.9
Incinerators.Commercial, industrial and
residential-type incinerators and chimneys shall be constructed in accordance
with the building code, the mechanical code,
and the International Fuel Gas Code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(a)
603.9.1
Residential incinerators.Residential
incinerators shall be of an approved type.
(b)
603.9.2
Spark arrestor.Incinerators shall be
equipped with an effective means of arresting sparks.
(c)
603.9.3
Restrictions.Where the fire code official
determines that burning in incinerators located within 500 feet (152 m) of
mountainous, brush or grass-covered areas will create an undue fire hazard
because of atmospheric conditions, such burning shall be
prohibited.
(d)
603.9.4 Time of burning.Burning shall take place only during approved
hours.
(e)
603.9.5 Discontinuance.The fire code official is authorized to require incinerator
use to be discontinued immediately if the fire code official determines that
smoke emissions are offensive to occupants of surrounding property or if the
use of the incinerators is determined by the fire code official to constitute a
hazardous condition.
(f)
603.9.6 Flue-fed incinerators in Group I-2.
In Group I-2 occupancies, the continued
use of existing flue-fed incinerators is prohibited.
(g)
603.9.7
Incinerator inspection in Group I-2. Incinerators in Group I-2
occupancies shall be inspected not less than annually in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. Inspection records shall be maintained on the
premises and made available to the fire code official upon
request.
(10)
603.10 Gas meters. Above-ground gas
meters, regulators and piping subject to damage shall be protected by a barrier
complying with paragraph (L)(312) of rule
1301:7-7-03
of the Administrative Code or otherwise protected in an approved
manner.
(D) Section 604 Emergency and standby power systems
(1)
604.1 General.Emergency
power systems and standby power systems required by this code or the
building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code shall comply with paragraphs
(D)(1)(a)(604.1.1) to (D)(1)(h)(604.1.8) of
this rule.
(a)
604.1.1 Stationary generators.Stationary emergency and standby power generators required
by this code shall be listed in accordance with UL 2200 as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(b)
604.1.2
Installation.Emergency power systems and
standby power systems shall be installed in accordance with the
building code, NFPA 70, NFPA 110 and NFPA 111 as
listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(c)
604.1.3
Load transfer.Emergency power systems
shall automatically provide secondary power within 10 seconds after primary
power is lost, unless specified otherwise in this code. Standby power systems
shall automatically provide secondary power within 60 seconds after primary
power is lost unless specified otherwise in this code.
(d)
604.1.4
Load duration.Emergency power systems and
standby power systems shall be designed to provide the required power for a
minimum duration of 2 hours without being refueled or recharged, unless
specified otherwise in this code.
(e)
604.1.5
Uninterruptable power source.An
uninterrupted source of power shall be provided for equipment where required by
the manufacturer's instructions, the listing, this code or applicable
referenced standards.
(f)
604.1.6 Interchangeability.Emergency power systems shall be an acceptable alternative
for installations that require standby power systems.
(g)
604.1.7
Group I-2 occupancies.In Group I-2
occupancies, where an essential electrical system is located in flood hazard
areas established in section 1612.3 of the building code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code and where new or replacement essential
electrical system generators are installed, the system shall be located and
installed in accordance with ASCE 24 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(h)
604.1.8
Maintenance. Existing installations shall be maintained in accordance
with the original approval and paragraph (D)(4)( 604.4)
of this rule.
(2)
604.2 Where
required.Emergency and standby power
systems shall be provided where required by paragraphs
(D)(2)(a)(604.2.1) to (D)(2)(p)(604.2.16) of
this rule.
(a)
604.2.1 Elevators and platform lifts.Standby power shall be provided for elevators and platform
lifts as required by paragraph (G)(2)( 607.2) of this
rule, paragraphs (I)(4)( 1009.4) and (I)(5)( 1009.5) of rule
1301:7-7-10 of
the Administrative Code.
(b)
604.2.2
Emergency alarm systems.Emergency power
shall be provided for emergency alarm systems as required by section 414
of the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(c)
604.2.3
Emergency responder radio coverage systems. Standby power shall be provided for emergency responder
radio coverage systems as required in paragraph
(J)(4)(b)(iii)(510.4.2.3) of rule
1301:7-7-05
of the Administrative Code. The standby power supply shall be capable
of operating the emergency responder radio coverage system for a duration of
not less than 24 hours.
(d)
604.2.4 Emergency voice/alarm communication
systems.Emergency power shall be provided
for emergency voice/alarm communication systems as required in
paragraph (G)(5)(b)(ii)(e)(907.5.2.2.5)
of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code. The system shall be capable of powering
the required load for a duration of not less than 24 hours, as required in NFPA
72 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(e)
604.2.5
Exit signs.Emergency power shall be
provided for exit signs as required in paragraph
(M)(6)(c)(1013.6.3) of rule
1301:7-7-10 of
the Administrative Code. The system shall be capable of powering the
required load for a duration of not less than 90 minutes.
(f)
604.2.6
Group I-2 occupancies.Essential electrical
systems for Group I-2 occupancies shall be in accordance with section 407.10 of
the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(g)
604.2.7
Group I-3 occupancies. Power-operated
sliding doors or power-operated locks for swinging doors in Group I-3
occupancies shall be operable by a manual release mechanism at the door.
Emergency power shall be provided for the doors and locks in accordance with
paragraph (D)(604) of this rule.
Exceptions:
1.
Emergency power is
not required in facilities where provisions for remote locking and unlocking of
occupied rooms in Occupancy Condition 4 are not required as set forth in the
building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
2.
Emergency power is
not required where remote mechanical operating releases are
provided.
(h)
604.2.8 Hazardous materials. Emergency and
standby power shall be provided in occupancies with hazardous materials as
required in the following paragraphs:
(i)
Paragraphs (D)(7)( 5004.7) and
(E)(1)(e)(5005.1.5) of rule
1301:7-7-50
of the Administrative Code for hazardous materials.
(ii)
Paragraphs (D)(2)(b)(viii)(6004.2.2.8) and
(D)(3)(d)(ii)(6004.3.4.2) of rule
1301:7-7-60
of the Administrative Code for highly toxic and toxic
gases.
(iii)
Paragraph (D)(1)(k)(6204.1.11)
of rule
1301:7-7-62 of
the Administrative Code for organic peroxides.
(i)
604.2.9 High-rise buildings. Standby power and
emergency power shall be provided for high-rise buildings as required in
Section 403 of the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code, and shall be in accordance with
paragraph (D)(604) of this
rule.
(j)
604.2.10 Horizontal sliding doors. Standby
power shall be provided for horizontal sliding doors as required in
paragraph (J)(1)(d)(iii)(1010.1.4.3) of rule
1301:7-7-10 of
the Administrative Code. The standby power supply shall have a
capacity to operate not fewer than 50 closing cycles of the
door.
(k)
604.2.11 Hydrogen fuel gas rooms. Standby
power shall be provided for hydrogen fuel gas rooms as required by
paragraph (H)(7)( 5808.7) of rule
1301:7-7-58
of the Administrative Code.
(l)
604.2.12
Means of egress illumination. Emergency power shall be provided for
means of egress illumination in accordance with paragraph
(H)(3)( 1008.3) of rule
1301:7-7-10 of
the Administrative Code and paragraph (D)(5)(a)(1104.5.1) of
rule
1301:7-7-11
of the Administrative Code.
(m)
604.2.13
Membrane structures. Standby power shall be provided for auxiliary
inflation systems in permanent membrane structures in accordance with section
2702 of the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Auxiliary inflation systems shall be
provided in temporary air-supported and air-inflated membrane structures in
accordance with paragraph (C)(10)(d)(3103.10.4) of
rule
1301:7-7-31
of the Administrative Code.
(n)
604.2.14
Semiconductor fabrication facilities. Emergency power shall be provided
for semiconductor fabrication facilities as required in
paragraph (C)(15)( 2703.15) of rule
1301:7-7-27
of the Administrative Code.
(o)
604.2.15
Smoke control systems. Standby power shall be provided for smoke control
systems as required in paragraph (I)(11)(909.11) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code.
(p)
604.2.16
Underground buildings. Emergency and standby power shall be provided in
underground buildings as required in section 405 of the building code
as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code and shall be in accordance with
paragraph (D)(604) of this
rule.
(3)
604.3 Critical circuits. Cables used for survivability of required critical circuits
shall be listed in accordance with UL 2196 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Electrical circuit protective systems
shall be installed in accordance with their listing
requirements.
(4)
604.4 Maintenance.
Emergency and standby power systems shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA
110 and NFPA 111 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code such that the system is capable of
supplying service within the time specified for the type and duration
required.
(a)
604.4.1 Schedule.
Inspection, testing and maintenance of emergency and standby power systems
shall be in accordance with an approved schedule established upon completion
and approval of the system installation.
(b)
604.4.2
Records. Records of the inspection,
testing and maintenance of emergency and standby power systems shall include
the date of service, name of the servicing technician, a summary of conditions
noted and a detailed description of any conditions requiring correction and
what corrective action was taken. Such records shall be maintained.
(c)
604.4.3 Switch maintenance. Emergency and standby power system transfer switches shall
be included in the inspection, testing and maintenance schedule required by
paragraph (D)(4)(a)(604.4.1) of this rule.
Transfer switches shall be maintained free from accumulated dust and
dirt. Inspection shall include examination of the transfer switch contacts for
evidence of deterioration. When evidence of contact deterioration is detected,
the contacts shall be replaced in accordance with the transfer switch
manufacturer's instructions.
(5)
604.5
Operational inspection and testing.
Emergency power systems, including all appurtenant components, shall be
inspected and tested under load in accordance with NFPA 110 and NFPA 111
as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
Exception: Where the emergency power system is used for standby power or peak load shaving, such use shall be recorded and shall be allowed to be substituted for scheduled testing of the generator set, provided that appropriate records are maintained.
(a)
604.5.1
Transfer switch test. The test of the transfer switch shall consist of
electrically operating the transfer switch from the normal position to the
alternate position and then return to the normal position.
(6)
604.6 Emergency lighting equipment. Emergency lighting shall be inspected and tested in
accordance with paragraphs (D)(6)(a)(604.6.1) to
(D)(6)(b)(i)(604.6.2.1) of this rule.
(a)
604.6.1
Activation test.An activation test of the
emergency lighting equipment shall be completed monthly. The activation test
shall ensure the emergency lighting activates automatically upon normal
electrical disconnect and stays sufficiently illuminated for not less than 30
seconds.
(i)
604.6.1.1 Activation test record. Records of tests shall be
maintained. The record shall include the location of the emergency lighting
tested, whether the unit passed or failed, the date of the test and the person
completing the test.
(b)
604.6.2
Power test.For battery-powered emergency
lighting, a power test of the emergency lighting equipment shall be completed
annually. The power test shall operate the emergency lighting for not less than
90 minutes and shall remain sufficiently illuminated for the duration of the
test.
(i)
604.6.2.1 Power test record. Records of tests
shall be maintained. The record shall include the location of the emergency
lighting tested, whether the unit passed or failed, the date of the test and
the person completing the test.
(7)
604.7
Supervision of maintenance and testing. Routine maintenance, inspection and operational testing
shall be overseen by a properly instructed individual.
(8)
604.8 Exit and emergency lighting
equipment.Exit and
emergency lighting equipment with self contained battery back-up power shall be
inspected and tested in accordance with paragraphs(D)(6)(a)(604.6.1) to (D)(6)(c)(604.6.3)
of this rule.
(a)
604.8.1 Activation test.
An activation test of the
exit and emergency lighting equipment with self contained battery back-up power
shall be performed monthly for a period of not less than 30
seconds.
(b)
604.8.2 Duration test.
To insure continued
illumination for a duration of not less than 90 minutes as listed in paragraph
(K)(5)(c)(1011.5.3) of rule
1301:7-7-10 of
the Administrative Code, exit and emergency lights equipped with self contained
battery back-up power shall be tested annually for a period of not less than 90
minutes.
(c)
604.8.3 Test
records.A written record
of all inspection, testing and maintenance of exit and emergency lighting
equipment shall be documented and available for review by the fire code
official.
(E) Section 605 Electrical equipment, wiring and hazards
(1)
605.1
Abatement of electrical hazards.Identified
electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions
in permanent wiring shall be brought to the attention of the responsible code
official. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances and other equipment that is
modified or damaged and constitutes an electrical shock or fire hazard shall
not be used.
(2)
605.2 Illumination.Illumination shall be provided for service equipment areas,
motor control centers and electrical panelboards.
(3)
605.3
Working space and clearance.A working
space of not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in width, 36 inches (914 mm) in depth
and 78 inches (1981 mm) in height shall be provided in front of electrical
service equipment. Where the electrical service equipment is wider than 30
inches (762 mm), the working space shall be not less than the width of the
equipment. Storage of materials shall not be located within the designated
working space.
Exceptions:
1.
Where other
dimensions are required or allowed by NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
2.
Access openings
into attics or under-floor areas which provide a minimum clear opening of 22
inches (559 mm) by 30 inches (762 mm).
(a)
605.3.1
Labeling. Doors into electrical control panel rooms shall be marked with
a plainly visible and legible sign stating "ELECTRICAL ROOM" or similar
approved wording. The disconnecting means for each service, feeder or branch
circuit originating on a switchboard or panelboard shall be legibly and durably
marked to indicate its purpose unless such purpose is clearly
evident.
(4)
605.4
Multiplug adapters.Multiplug adapters,
such as cube adapters, unfused plug strips or any other device not complying
with NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code shall be prohibited.
(a)
605.4.1
Power tap design.Relocatable power taps
shall be of the polarized or grounded type, equipped with overcurrent
protection, and shall be listed in accordance with UL 1363 as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(b)
605.4.2
Power supply.Relocatable power taps shall
be directly connected to a permanently installed receptacle.
(c)
605.4.3
Installation.Relocatable power tap cords
shall not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor
coverings, or be subject to environmental or physical damage.
(5)
605.5 Extension cords.Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be a substitute
for permanent wiring. Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be affixed
to structures, extended through walls, ceilings or floors, or under doors or
floor coverings, nor shall such cords be subject to environmental damage or
physical impact. Extension cords shall be used only with portable
appliances.
(a)
605.5.1 Power supply.Extension cords shall be plugged directly into an approved
receptacle, power tap or multiplug adapter and, except for approved multiplug
extension cords, shall serve only one portable appliance.
(b)
605.5.2
Ampacity.The ampacity of the extension
cords shall be not less than the rated capacity of the portable appliance
supplied by the cord.
(c)
605.5.3 Maintenance.Extension cords shall be maintained in good condition
without splices, deterioration or damage.
(d)
605.5.4
Grounding.Extension cords shall be
grounded when serving grounded portable appliances.
(6)
605.6
Unapproved conditions.Open junction boxes
and open-wiring splices shall be prohibited. Approved covers shall be provided
for all switch and electrical outlet boxes.
(7)
605.7
Appliances.Electrical appliances and
fixtures shall be tested and listed in published reports of inspected
electrical equipment by an approved agency and installed and maintained in
accordance with all instructions included as part of such
listing.
(8)
605.8 Electrical motors.Electrical motors shall be maintained free from excessive
accumulations of oil, dirt, waste and debris.
(9)
605.9
Temporary wiring.Temporary wiring for
electrical power and lighting installations is allowed for a period not to
exceed 90 days. Temporary wiring methods shall meet the applicable provisions
of NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
Exception:Temporary wiring for electrical power and lighting installations is allowed during periods of construction, remodeling, repair or demolition of buildings, structures, equipment or similar activities.
(a)
605.9.1 Attachment to structures.
Temporary wiring attached to a structure shall be attached in an
approved manner.
(10)
605.10
Portable, electric space heaters. Where
not prohibited by other paragraphs of this code, portable,
electric space heaters shall be permitted to be used in all occupancies other
than Group I-2 and in accordance with paragraphs
(E)(10)(a)(605.10.1) to (E)(10)(d)(605.10.4)
of this rule.
Exception:The use of portable, electric space heaters in which the heating element cannot exceed a temperature of 212°F (100° C) shall be permitted in nonsleeping staff and employee areas in Group I-2 occupancies.
(a)
605.10.1 Listed and labeled.Only listed and labeled portable, electric space heaters
shall be used.
(b)
605.10.2 Power supply.Portable, electric space heaters shall be plugged directly
into an approved receptacle.
(c)
605.10.3
Extension cords.Portable, electric space
heaters shall not be plugged into extension cords.
(d)
605.10.4
Prohibited areas.Portable, electric space
heaters shall not be operated within 3 feet (914 mm) of any combustible
materials. Portable, electric space heaters shall be operated only in locations
for which they are listed.
(11)
605.11
Solar photovoltaic power systems.Solar
photovoltaic power systems shall be installed in accordance with
paragraphs (E)(11)(a)(605.11.1) to
(E)(11)(b)(605.11.2) of this rule, the building code
or residential code and NFPA 70 as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(a)
605.11.1
Access and pathways. Roof access, pathways, and spacing requirements
shall be provided in accordance with paragraphs
(E)(11)(a)(i)(605.11.1.1) to
(E)(11)(a)(iii)(c)(605.11.1.3.3) of this
rule.
Exceptions:
1.
Detached,
nonhabitable Group U structures including, but not limited to, parking shade
structures, carports, solar trellises and similar structures.
2.
Roof access,
pathways and spacing requirements need not be provided where the fire chief has
determined that rooftop operations will not be employed.
(i)
605.11.1.1
Roof access points. Roof access points shall be located in areas that do
not require the placement of ground ladders over openings such as windows or
doors, and located at strong points of building construction in locations where
the access point does not conflict with overhead obstructions such as tree
limbs, wires, or signs.
(ii)
605.11.1.2 Solar photovoltaic systems for Group
R-3 buildings. Solar photovoltaic systems for Group R-3 buildings shall
comply with paragraphs
(E)(11)(a)(ii)(a)(605.11.1.2.1) to
(E)(11)(a)(ii)(e)(605.11.1.2.5) of this
rule.
Exception:These requirements shall not apply to structures designed and constructed in accordance with the residential code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.
(a)
605.11.1.2.1 Size of solar photovoltaic
array.Each photovoltaic array shall be
limited to 150 feet (45 720 mm) by 150 feet (45 720 mm). Multiple arrays shall
be separated by a 3-foot-wide (914 mm) clear access pathway.
(b)
605.11.1.2.2 Hip roof layouts.Panels and modules installed on Group R-3 buildings with hip
roof layouts shall be located in a manner that provides a 3-foot-wide (914 mm)
clear access pathway from the eave to the ridge on each roof slope where panels
and modules are located. The access pathway shall be at a location on the
building capable of supporting the fire fighters accessing the roof.
Exception: These requirements shall not apply to roofs with slopes of two units vertical in 12 units horizontal (2:12) or less.
(c)
605.11.1.2.3 Single-ridge roofs.Panels and modules installed on Group R-3 buildings with a
single ridge shall be located in a manner that provides two, 3-foot-wide (914
mm) access pathways from the eave to the ridge on each roof slope where panels
and modules are located.
Exception:This requirement shall not apply to roofs with slopes of two units vertical in 12 units horizontal (2:12) or less.
(d)
605.11.1.2.4 Roofs with hips and valleys.Panels and modules installed on Group R-3 buildings with
roof hips and valleys shall not be located closer than 18 inches (457 mm) to a
hip or a valley where panels/modules are to be placed on both sides of a hip or
valley. Where panels are to be located on only one side of a hip or valley that
is of equal length, the panels shall be permitted to be placed directly
adjacent to the hip or valley.
Exception:These requirements shall not apply to roofs with slopes of two units vertical in 12 units horizontal (2:12) or less.
(e)
605.11.1.2.5 Allowance for smoke ventilation
operations.Panels and modules installed on
Group R-3 buildings shall be located not less than 3 feet (914 mm) from the
ridge in order to allow for fire department smoke ventilation operations.
Exception:Panels and modules shall be permitted to be located up to the roof ridge where an alternative ventilation method approved by the fire chief has been provided or where the fire chief has determined vertical ventilation techniques will not be employed.
(iii)
605.11.1.3 Other than Group R-3 buildings.
Access to systems for buildings, other than those containing Group R-3
occupancies, shall be provided in accordance with paragraphs
(E)(11)(a)(iii)(a)(605.11.1.3.1) to
(E)(11)(a)(iii)(c)(605.11.1.3.3) of this rule.
Exception:Where it is determined by the fire code official that the roof configuration is similar to that of a Group R-3 occupancy, the residential access and ventilation requirements in paragraphs (E)(11)(a)(ii)(a)(605.11.1.2.1) to (E)(11)(a)(ii)(e)(605.11.1.2.5) of this rule shall be permitted to be used.
(a)
605.11.1.3.1 Access.There shall be a minimum 6-foot-wide (1829 mm) clear
perimeter around the edges of the roof.
Exception:Where either axis of the building is 250 feet (76 200 mm) or less, the clear perimeter around the edges of the roof shall be permitted to be reduced to a minimum 4 foot wide (1290 mm).
(b)
605.11.1.3.2 Pathways.The solar installation shall be designed to provide
designated pathways. The pathways shall meet the following requirements:
(i)
The pathway shall
be over areas capable of supporting fire fighters accessing the
roof.
(ii)
The centerline axis pathways shall be provided in both
axes of the roof. Centerline axis pathways shall run where the roof structure
is capable of supporting fire fighters accessing the roof.
(iii)
Pathways shall
be a straight line not less than 4 feet (1290 mm) clear to roof standpipes or
ventilation hatches.
(iv)
Pathways shall provide not less than 4 feet (1290 mm)
clear around roof access hatch with not less than one singular pathway not less
than 4 feet (1290 mm) clear to a parapet or roof edge.
(c)
605.11.1.3.3 Smoke ventilation. The solar
installation shall be designed to meet the following requirements:
(i)
Arrays shall be
not greater than 150 feet (45 720 mm) by 150 feet (45720 mm) in distance in
either axis in order to create opportunities for fire department smoke
ventilation operations.
(ii)
Smoke ventilation options between array sections shall
be one of the following:
(A)
A pathway 8 feet (2438 mm) or greater in
width.
(B)
A 4-foot (1290 mm) or greater in width pathway and
bordering roof skylights or gravity-operated dropout smoke and heat vents on
not less than one side.
(C)
A 4-foot (1290 mm) or greater in width pathway and
bordering all sides of nongravity-operated dropout smoke and heat
vents.
(D)
A 4-foot (1290 mm) or greater in width pathway and
bordering 4-foot by 8-foot (1290 mm by 2438 mm) "venting cutouts" every 20 feet
(6096 mm) on alternating sides of the pathway.
(b)
605.11.2
Ground-mounted photovoltaic arrays. Ground-mounted photovoltaic arrays
shall comply with paragraph (E)(11)( 605.11) of this
rule and this paragraph. Setback requirements shall
not apply to ground-mounted, free-standing photovoltaic arrays. A clear,
brush-free area of 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be required for ground-mounted
photovoltaic arrays.
(12)
605.12
Abandoned wiring in plenums. Accessible portions of abandoned cables in
air-handling plenums shall be removed. Cables that are unused and have not been
tagged for future use shall be considered abandoned.
(F) Section 606 Mechanical refrigeration
(1)
[M] 606.1 Scope.Refrigeration systems shall be installed in accordance with
the mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
[M] 606.2
Refrigerants.The use and purity of new,
recovered and reclaimed refrigerants shall be in accordance with the
mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(3)
[M] 606.3
Refrigerant classification.Refrigerants
shall be classified in accordance with the mechanical code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(4)
[M] 606.4
Change in refrigerant type.A change in the
type of refrigerant in a refrigeration system shall be in accordance with the
mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(5)
606.5
Access.Refrigeration systems having a
refrigerant circuit containing more than 220 pounds (100 kg) of Group A1 or 30
pounds (14 kg) of any other group refrigerant shall be accessible to the fire
department at all times as required by the fire code official.
(6)
606.6
Testing of equipment.Refrigeration
equipment and systems having a refrigerant circuit containing more than 220
pounds (100 kg) of Group A1 or 30 pounds (14 kg) of any other group refrigerant
shall be subject to periodic testing in accordance with paragraph
(F)(6)(a)(606.6.1) of this rule. Records of tests
shall be maintained. Tests of emergency devices or systems required by this
rule shall be conducted by persons trained and qualified in
refrigeration systems.
(a)
606.6.1 Periodic testing. The following
emergency devices or systems shall be periodically tested in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions and as required by the fire code
official.
(i)
Treatment and flaring systems.
(ii)
Valves and
appurtenances necessary to the operation of emergency refrigeration control
boxes.
(iii)
Fans and associated equipment intended to operate
emergency ventilation systems.
(iv)
Detection and
alarm systems.
(7)
606.7
Emergency signs.Refrigeration units or
systems having a refrigerant circuit containing more than 220 pounds (100 kg)
of Group A1 or 30 pounds (14 kg) of any other group refrigerant shall be
provided with approved emergency signs, charts and labels in accordance with
NFPA 704 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Hazard signs shall be in accordance with
the mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code for the classification of refrigerants
listed therein.
(8)
606.8 Refrigerant detector.Machinery rooms shall contain a refrigerant detector with an
audible and visual alarm. The detector, or a sampling tube that draws air to
the detector, shall be located in an area where refrigerant from a leak will
concentrate. The alarm shall be actuated at a value not greater than the
corresponding TLV-TWA values shown in the mechanical code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code for the refrigerant classification.
Detectors and alarms shall be placed in approved locations. The detector shall
transmit a signal to an approved location.
(9)
606.9
Remote controls.Where flammable
refrigerants are used and compliance with section 1106 of the
mechanical code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code is required, remote control of the
mechanical equipment and appliances located in the machinery room as required
by paragraphs (F)(9)(a)(606.9.1) and (F)(9)(b)(606.9.2)
of this rule shall be provided at an approved location
immediately outside the machinery room and adjacent to its principal
entrance.
(a)
606.9.1 Refrigeration system emergency
shutoff.A clearly identified switch of the
break-glass type or with an approved tamper-resistant cover shall provide
off-only control of refrigerant compressors, refrigerant pumps and normally
closed automatic refrigerant valves located in the machinery room.
Additionally, this equipment shall be automatically shut off when the
refrigerant vapor concentration in the machinery room exceeds the vapor
detector's upper detection limit or 25 per cent of the LEL, whichever is
lower.
(b)
606.9.2 Ventilation system.A clearly identified switch of the break-glass type or with
an approved tamper-resistant cover shall provide on-only control of the
machinery room ventilation fans.
(10)
606.10
Emergency pressure control system.Permanently installed refrigeration systems containing more
than 6.6 pounds (3 kg) of flammable, toxic or highly toxic refrigerant or
ammonia shall be provided with an emergency pressure control system in
accordance with paragraphs (F)(10)(a)(606.10.1) and
(F)(10)(b)(606.10.2) of this rule.
(a)
606.10.1
Automatic crossover valves. Each high- and intermediate-pressure zone in
a refrigeration system shall be provided with a single automatic valve
providing a crossover connection to a lower pressure zone. Automatic crossover
valves shall comply with paragraphs (F)(10)(a)(i)(606.10.1.1)
to (F)(10)(a)(iii)(606.10.1.3) of this
rule.
(i)
606.10.1.1 Overpressure limit set point.
Automatic crossover valves shall be arranged to automatically relieve
excess system pressure to a lower pressure zone if the pressure in a high- or
intermediate-pressure zone rises to within 90 per cent of the set point for
emergency pressure relief devices.
(ii)
606.10.1.2
Manual operation. Where required by the fire code official, automatic
crossover valves shall be capable of manual operation.
(iii)
606.10.1.3 System design pressure.
Refrigeration system zones that are connected to a higher pressure zone
by an automatic crossover valve shall be designed to safely contain the maximum
pressure that can be achieved by interconnection of the two
zones.
(b)
606.10.2 Automatic emergency stop. An
automatic emergency stop feature shall be provided in accordance with
paragraphs (F)(10)(b)(i)(606.10.2.1) and
(F)(10)(b)(ii)(606.10.2.2) of this rule.
(i)
606.10.2.1
Operation of an automatic crossover valve. Operation of an automatic
crossover valve shall cause all compressors on the affected system to
immediately stop. Dedicated pressure-sensing devices located immediately
adjacent to crossover valves shall be permitted as a means for determining
operation of a valve. To ensure that the automatic crossover valve system
provides a redundant means of stopping compressors in an overpressure
condition, high-pressure cutout sensors associated with compressors shall not
be used as a basis for determining operation of a crossover
valve.
(ii)
606.10.2.2 Overpressure in low-pressure zone.
The lowest pressure zone in a refrigeration system shall be provided
with a dedicated means of determining a rise in system pressure to within 90
per cent of the set point for emergency pressure relief devices. Activation of
the overpressure sensing device shall cause all compressors on the affected
system to immediately stop.
(11)
606.11
Storage, use and handling.Flammable and
combustible materials shall not be stored in machinery rooms for refrigeration
systems having a refrigerant circuit containing more than 220 pounds (100 kg)
of Group A1 or 30 pounds (14 kg) of any other group refrigerant. Storage, use
or handling of extra refrigerant or refrigerant oils shall be as required by
rule
1301:7-7-50,
rule
1301:7-7-53,
rule
1301:7-7-55
and
rule
1301:7-7-57
of the Administrative Code.
Exception:This provision shall not apply to spare parts, tools and incidental materials necessary for the safe and proper operation and maintenance of the system.
(12)
606.12
Discharge and termination of pressure relief and purge
systems.Pressure relief devices, fusible
plugs and purge systems discharging to the atmosphere from refrigeration
systems containing more than 6.6 pounds (3 kg) of flammable, toxic or highly
toxic refrigerants or ammonia shall comply with paragraphs
(F)(12)(c)(606.12.3) to (F)(12)(e)(606.12.5) of this
rule.
(a)
606.12.1 Standards.Refrigeration systems and the buildings in which such
systems are installed shall be in accordance with ASHRAE 15 as listed
in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(i)
606.12.1.1
Ammonia refrigeration. Refrigeration systems using ammonia refrigerant
and the buildings in which such systems are installed shall comply with IIAR-2
as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code for system design and installation and
IIAR-7 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code for operating procedures.
(b)
606.12.2 Fusible plugs and rupture members.Discharge piping and devices connected to the discharge side
of a fusible plug or rupture member shall have provisions to prevent plugging
the pipe in the event the fusible plug or rupture member
functions.
(c)
606.12.3 Flammable refrigerants.Systems containing more than 6.6 pounds (3 kg) of flammable
refrigerants having a density equal to or greater than the density of air shall
discharge vapor to the atmosphere only through an approved treatment system in
accordance with paragraph (F)(12)(f)(606.12.6) of this
rule or a flaring system in accordance with paragraph
(F)(12)(g)(606.12.7) of this rule. Systems containing
more than 6.6 pounds (3 kg) of flammable refrigerants having a density less
than the density of air shall be permitted to discharge vapor to the atmosphere
provided that the point of discharge is located outside of the structure at not
less than 15 feet (4572 mm) above the adjoining grade level and not less than
20 feet (6096 mm) from any window, ventilation opening or exit.
(d)
606.12.4
Toxic and highly toxic refrigerants. Systems containing more than 6.6 pounds (3 kg) of toxic or
highly toxic refrigerants shall discharge vapor to the atmosphere only through
an approved treatment system in accordance with paragraph
(F)(12)(f)(606.12.6) of this rule or a flaring system
in accordance with paragraph (F)(12)(g)(606.12.7) of
this rule.
(e)
606.12.5 Ammonia refrigerant.Systems containing more than 6.6 pounds (3 kg) of ammonia
refrigerant shall discharge vapor to the atmosphere in accordance with one of
the following methods:
(i)
Directly to atmosphere where the fire code official
determines, on review of an engineering analysis prepared in accordance with
paragraph (D)(7)(b)(104.7.2) of rule
1301:7-7-01
of the Administrative Code, that a fire, health or environmental
hazard would not result from atmospheric discharge of ammonia.
(ii)
Through an
approved treatment system in accordance with paragraph
(F)(12)(f)(606.12.6) of this rule.
(iii)
Through a
flaring system in accordance with paragraph
(F)(12)(g)(606.12.7) of this rule.
(iv)
Through an
approved ammonia diffusion system in accordance with paragraph
(F)(12)(h)(606.12.8) of this rule.
(v)
By other approved
means.
Exception:Ammonia/water absorption systems containing less than 22 pounds (10 kg) of ammonia and for which the ammonia circuit is located entirely outdoors.
(f)
606.12.6
Treatment systems.Treatment systems shall
be designed to reduce the allowable discharge concentration of the refrigerant
gas to not more than 50 per cent of the IDLH at the point of
exhaust. Treatment systems shall be in accordance with rule
1301:7-7-60
of the Administrative Code.
(g)
606.12.7
Flaring systems.Flaring systems for
incineration of flammable refrigerants shall be designed to incinerate the
entire discharge. The products of refrigerant incineration shall not pose
health or environmental hazards. Incineration shall be automatic upon
initiation of discharge, shall be designed to prevent blowback and shall not
expose structures or materials to threat of fire. Standby fuel, such as LP gas,
and standby power shall have the capacity to operate for one and one-half the
required time for complete incineration of refrigerant in the system. Standby
electrical power, where required to complete the incineration process, shall be
in accordance with paragraph (D)(604) of this
rule.
(h)
606.12.8 Ammonia diffusion systems.
Ammonia diffusion systems shall include a tank containing 1 gallon of
water for each pound of ammonia ( 8.3 L of water for each 1 kg of ammonia) that
will be released in 1 hour from the largest relief device connected to the
discharge pipe. The water shall be prevented from freezing. The discharge pipe
from the pressure relief device shall distribute ammonia in the bottom of the
tank, but no lower than 33 feet (10 058 mm) below the maximum liquid level. The
tank shall contain the volume of water and ammonia without
overflowing.
(13)
606.13 Discharge location for refrigeration
machinery room ventilation. Exhaust from
mechanical ventilation systems serving refrigeration machinery rooms containing
flammable, toxic or highly toxic refrigerants, other than ammonia, capable of
exceeding 25 per cent of the LFL or 50 per cent
of the IDLH shall be equipped with approved treatment systems to
reduce the discharge concentrations to those values or lower.
(14)
606.14
Notification of refrigerant discharges. The fire code official shall be notified immediately when a
discharge becomes reportable under state, federal or local regulations in
accordance with paragraph (C)(3)(a)(5003.3.1) of rule
1301:7-7-50
of the Administrative Code.
(15)
606.15
Records.A record of refrigerant quantities
brought into and removed from the premises shall be maintained.
(16)
606.16
Electrical equipment.Where refrigerants of
Groups A2, A3, B2 and B3, as defined in the mechanical code as listed
in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code, are used, refrigeration machinery rooms
shall conform to the Class I, Division 2 hazardous location classification
requirements of NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
Exception:Ammonia machinery rooms that are provided with ventilation in accordance with section 1106.3 of the mechanical code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.
(G) Section 607 Elevator operation, maintenance and fire service keys
(1)
607.1
Emergency operation.Existing elevators
with a travel distance of 25 feet (7620 mm) or more shall comply with the
requirements in rule
1301:7-7-11
of the Administrative Code. New elevators shall be provided with Phase
I emergency recall operation and Phase II emergency in-car operation in
accordance with ASME A 17.1 /CSA 344 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
607.2
Standby power.In buildings and structures
where standby power is required or furnished to operate an elevator, standby
power shall be provided in accordance with paragraph (D)(604)
of this rule. Operation of the system shall be in accordance
with paragraphs (G)(2)(a)(607.2.1) to
(G)(2)(d)(607.2.4) of this rule.
(a)
607.2.1
Manual transfer.Standby power shall be
manually transferable to all elevators in each bank.
(b)
607.2.2 One
elevator.Where only one elevator is
installed, the elevator shall automatically transfer to standby power within 60
seconds after failure of normal power.
(c)
607.2.3 Two
or more elevators.Where two or more
elevators are controlled by a common operating system, all elevators shall
automatically transfer to standby power within 60 seconds after failure of
normal power where the standby power source is of sufficient capacity to
operate all elevators at the same time. Where the standby power source is not
of sufficient capacity to operate all elevators at the same time, all elevators
shall transfer to standby power in sequence, return to the designated landing
and disconnect from the standby power source. After all elevators have been
returned to the designated level, not less than one elevator shall remain
operable from the standby power source.
(d)
607.2.4
Machine room ventilation.Where standby
power is connected to elevators, the machine room ventilation or air
conditioning shall be connected to the standby power source.
(3)
[BE] 607.3 Emergency signs.An approved pictorial sign of a standardized design shall be
posted adjacent to each elevator call station on all floors instructing
occupants to use the exit stairways and not to use the elevators in case of
fire. The sign shall read: "IN FIRE EMERGENCY, DO NOT USE ELEVATOR. USE EXIT
STAIRS."
Exceptions:
1.
The emergency sign
shall not be required for elevators that are part of an accessible means of
egress complying with paragraph (I)(4)( 1009.4) of
rule
1301:7-7-10 of
the Administrative Code.
2.
The emergency sign
shall not be required for elevators that are used for occupant self-evacuation
in accordance with section 3008 of the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(4)
607.4 Fire
service access elevator lobbies.Where fire
service access elevators are required by section 3007 of the building
code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code, fire service access elevator lobbies shall
be maintained free of storage and furniture.
(5)
607.5
Occupant evacuation elevator lobbies.Where
occupant evacuation elevators are provided in accordance with section 3008 of
the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code, occupant evacuation elevator lobbies shall
be maintained free of storage and furniture.
(6)
607.6 Water
protection of hoistway enclosures.Methods
to prevent water from infiltrating into a hoistway enclosure required by
section 3007.3 and section 3008.3 of the building code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code shall be maintained.
(7)
607.7
Elevator key location.Keys for the
elevator car doors and fire-fighter service keys shall be kept in an approved
location for immediate use by the fire department.
(8)
607.8
Standardized fire service elevator keys. Buildings with elevators equipped with Phase I emergency
recall, Phase II emergency in-car operation, or a fire service access elevator
shall be equipped to operate with a standardized fire service elevator key
approved by the fire code official.
Exception:The owner shall be permitted to place the building's nonstandardized fire service elevator keys in a key box installed in accordance with paragraph (F)(1)(b)(506.1.2) of rule 1301:7-7-05 of the Administrative Code.
(a)
607.8.1
Requirements for standardized fire service elevator keys.Standardized fire service elevator keys shall comply with
all of the following:
(i)
All fire service elevator keys within the jurisdiction
shall be uniform and specific for the jurisdiction. Keys shall be cut to a
uniform key code.
(ii)
Fire service elevator keys shall be of a
patent-protected design to prevent unauthorized duplication.
(iii)
Fire service
elevator keys shall be factory restricted by the manufacturer to prevent the
unauthorized distribution of key blanks. Uncut key blanks shall not be
permitted to leave the factory.
(iv)
Fire service
elevator keys subject to these rules shall be engraved with the words "DO NOT
DUPLICATE."
(b)607.8.2
Access to standardized fire service keys.Access to standardized fire service elevator keys shall be
restricted to the following:
(i)
Elevator owners or their authorized agents.
(ii)
Elevator contractors.
(iii)
Elevator
inspectors of the jurisdiction.
(iv)
Fire code
officials of the jurisdiction.
(v)
The fire
department and other emergency response agencies designated by the fire code
official.
(c)
607.8.3 Duplication or distribution of
keys.A person shall not duplicate a
standardized fire service elevator key or issue, give, or sell a duplicated key
unless in accordance with this code.
(d)
607.8.4
Responsibility to provide keys.The
building owner shall provide up to three standardized fire service elevator
keys where required by the fire code official, upon installation of a
standardized fire service key switch or switches in the
building.
(H) Section 608 Stationary storage battery systems
(1)
608.1
Scope. Stationary storage battery systems having an electrolyte capacity
of more than 50 gallons (189 L) for flooded lead acid, nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd)
and valve-regulated lead acid (VRLA), or more than 1,000 pounds (454 kg) for
lithium-ion and lithium metal polymer, used for facility standby power,
emergency power or uninterruptible power supplies shall comply with this
paragraph and Table 608.1of this rule.
Table 608.1 Battery requirements
|
Requirement |
Nonrecombinant batteries |
Recombinant batteries |
Other batteries |
||
|
Vented (flooded) lead acid batteries |
Vented (flooded) nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries |
Valve regulated lead acid (VRLA) cells |
Lithium-ion cells |
Lithium Metal cells |
|
|
Safety caps |
Venting caps (paragraph (H)(2)(a)(608.2.1) of this rule) |
Venting caps (paragraph (H)(2)(a)(608.2.1) of this rule) |
Self-resealing flame-arresting caps (paragraph (H)(2)(b)(608.2.2) of this rule) |
No caps |
No caps |
|
Thermal runaway management |
Not required |
Not required |
Required (paragraph (H)(3)( 608.3) of this rule) |
Not required |
Required (paragraph (H)(3)( 608.3) of this rule) |
|
Spill control |
Required (paragraph (H)(5)( 608.5) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(5)( 608.5) of this rule) |
Not required |
Not required |
Not required |
|
Neutralization |
Required (paragraph (H)(5)(a)(608.5.1) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(5)(a)(608.5.1) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(5)(b)(608.5.2) of this rule) |
Not required |
Not required |
|
Ventilation |
Required (paragraphs (H)(6)(a)(608.6.1); (H)(6)(b)(608.6.2) of this rule) |
Required (paragraphs (H)(6)(a)(608.6.1); (H)(6)(b)(608.6.2) of this rule) |
Required (paragraphs (H)(6)(a)(608.6.1); (H)(6)(b)(608.6.2) of this rule) |
Not required |
Not required |
|
Signage |
Required (paragraph (H)(7)( 608.7) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(7)( 608.7) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(7)( 608.7) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(7)( 608.7) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(7)( 608.7) of this rule) |
|
Seismic protection |
Required (paragraph (H)(8)( 608.8) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(8)( 608.8) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(8)( 608.8) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(8)( 608.8) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(8)( 608.8) of this rule) |
|
Smoke detection |
Required (paragraph (H)(9)( 608.9) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(9)( 608.9) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(9)( 608.9) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(9)( 608.9) of this rule) |
Required (paragraph (H)(9)( 608.9) of this rule |
(2)
608.2 Safety caps. Safety caps for
stationary storage battery systems shall comply with paragraphs
(H)(2)(a)(608.2.1) and (H)(2)(b)(608.2.2) of this
rule.
(a)
608.2.1 Nonrecombinant batteries.Vented lead acid, nickel-cadmium or other types of
nonrecombinant batteries shall be provided with safety venting
caps.
(b)
608.2.2 Recombinant batteries.VRLA batteries shall be equipped with self-resealing
flame-arresting safety vents.
(3)
608.3
Thermal runaway.VRLA and lithium metal
polymer battery systems shall be provided with a listed device or other
approved method to preclude, detect and control thermal
runaway.
(4)
608.4 Room design and construction.Enclosure of stationary battery systems shall comply with
the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Battery systems shall be allowed to be in
the same room with the equipment they support.
(a)
608.4.1
Separate rooms.Where stationary batteries
are installed in a separate equipment room accessible only to authorized
personnel, they shall be permitted to be installed on an open rack for ease of
maintenance.
(b)
608.4.2 Occupied work centers.Where a system of VRLA, lithium-ion, or other type of
sealed, nonventing batteries is situated in an occupied work center, it shall
be allowed to be housed in a noncombustible cabinet or other enclosure to
prevent access by unauthorized personnel.
(c)
608.4.3
Cabinets.When stationary batteries are
contained in cabinets in occupied work centers, the cabinet enclosures shall be
located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the equipment that they
support.
(5)
608.5 Spill control and
neutralization.An approved method and
materials for the control and neutralization of a spill of electrolyte shall be
provided in areas containing lead-acid, nickel-cadmium or other types of
batteries with free-flowing liquid electrolyte. For purposes of this
paragraph, a "spill" is defined as any unintentional release
of electrolyte.
Exception:VRLA, lithium-ion, lithium metal polymer or other types of sealed batteries with immobilized electrolyte shall not require spill control.
(a)
608.5.1 Nonrecombinant battery neutralization.
For battery systems containing lead-acid,
nickel-cadmium or other types of batteries with free-flowing electrolyte, the
method and materials shall be capable of neutralizing a spill of the total
capacity from the largest cell or block to a pH between 5.0 and
9.0.
(b)
608.5.2 Recombinant battery neutralization.For VRLA or other types of batteries with immobilized
electrolyte, the method and material shall be capable of neutralizing a spill
of 3.0per cent of the capacity of the largest cell or block in
the room to a pH between 5.0 and 9.0.
Exception:Lithium-ion and lithium metal polymer batteries shall not require neutralization.
(6)
608.6
Ventilation.Ventilation of stationary and
storage battery systems shall comply with paragraphs
(H)(6)(a)(608.6.1) and (H)(6)(b)(608.6.2) of this
rule.
(a)
608.6.1 Room ventilation. Ventilation
shall be provided in accordance with the mechanical code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code and the following:
(i)
For flooded lead
acid, flooded Ni-Cd and VRLA batteries, the ventilation system shall be
designed to limit the maximum concentration of hydrogen to 1.0per cent
of the total volume of the room; or
(ii)
Continuous
ventilation shall be provided at a rate of not less than 1 cubic foot per
minute per square foot (1
ft3/min/ft2) [ 0.0051
m3/(s*m2)] of floor area
of the room.
Exception:Lithium-ion and lithium metal polymer batteries shall not require additional ventilation beyond that which would normally be required for human occupancy of the space in accordance with the mechanical code as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.
(b)
608.6.2
Cabinet ventilation.When VRLA batteries
are installed inside a cabinet, the cabinet shall be approved for use in
occupied spaces and shall be mechanically or naturally vented by one of the
following methods:
(i)
The cabinet ventilation shall limit the maximum
concentration of hydrogen to 1 per cent of the total volume of
the cabinet during the worst-case event of simultaneous "boost" charging of all
the batteries in the cabinet.
(ii)
When
calculations are not available to substantiate the ventilation rate, continuous
ventilation shall be provided at a rate of not less than 1 cubic foot per
minute per square foot [1
ft3/min/ft2 or 0.0051
m3/(s*m2)] of the floor
area covered by the cabinet. The room in which the cabinet is installed shall
also be ventilated as required in paragraph (H)(6)(a)(608.6.1) of this
rule.
(c)
608.6.3 Supervision.Mechanical ventilation systems where required by
paragraphs (H)(6)(a)(608.6.1) and (H)(6)(b)(608.6.2)
of this rule shall be supervised by an approved central,
proprietary or remote station service or shall initiate an audible and visual
signal at a constantly attended on-site location.
(7)
608.7
Signage.Signs shall comply with
paragraphs (H)(7)(a)(608.7.1) and (H)(7)(b)(608.7.2)
of this rule.
(a)
608.7.1 Equipment room and building
signage.Doors into electrical equipment
rooms or buildings containing stationary battery systems shall be provided with
approved signs. The signs shall state that:
(i)
The room contains
energized battery systems.
(ii)
The room
contains energized electrical circuits.
(iii)
The battery
electrolyte solutions, where present, are corrosive liquids.
(b)
608.7.2 Cabinet signage.Cabinets shall have exterior labels that identify the
manufacturer and model number of the system and electrical rating (voltage and
current) of the contained battery system. There shall be signs within the
cabinet that indicate the relevant electrical, chemical and fire
hazards.
(8)
608.8 Seismic protection.The battery systems shall be seismically braced in
accordance with the building code as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(9)
608.9 Smoke
detection.An approved automatic smoke
detection system shall be installed in accordance with paragraph
(G)(2)( 907.2) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code in rooms containing stationary battery
systems.
(I) Section 609 Commercial kitchen hoods
(1)
[M] 609.1
General.Commercial kitchen exhaust hoods
shall comply with the requirements of the mechanical code as listed in
rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
[M] 609.2
Where required.A Type I hood shall be
installed at or above all commercial cooking appliances and domestic cooking
appliances used for commercial purposes that produce grease vapors.
Exception:A Type I hood shall not be required for an electric cooking appliance where an approved testing agency provides documentation that the appliance effluent contains 5 mg/m3 or less of grease when tested at an exhaust flow rate of 500 cfm ( 0.236 m3/s) in accordance with U L 710B as listed in rule 1301:7-7-80 of the Administrative Code.
(3)
609.3
Operations and maintenance. Commercial cooking systems shall be operated
and maintained in accordance with paragraphs
(I)(3)(a)(609.3.1) to (I)(3)(d)(609.3.4) of
this rule.
(a)
609.3.1 Ventilation system.The ventilation system in connection with hoods shall be
operated at the required rate of air movement, and classified grease filters
shall be in place when equipment under a kitchen grease hood is
used.
(b)
609.3.2 Grease extractors.Where grease extractors are installed, they shall be
operated when the commercial-type cooking equipment is used.
(c)
609.3.3
Cleaning.Hoods, grease-removal devices,
fans, ducts and other appurtenances shall be cleaned at intervals as required
by paragraphs (I)(3)(c)(i)(609.3.3.1) to
(I)(3)(c)(iii)(609.3.3.3) of this rule.
(i)
609.3.3.1
Inspection. Hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts, and other
appurtenances shall be inspected at intervals specified in Table 609.3.3.1
of this rule or as approved by the fire code official.
Inspections shall be completed by qualified individuals.
Table 609.3.3.1 Commercial cooking system inspection frequency
|
Type of cooking operations |
Frequency of inspection |
|
High-volume cooking operations such as 24-hour cooking, charbroiling or wok cooking |
3 months |
|
Low-volume cooking operations such as places of religious worship, seasonal businesses and senior centers |
12 months |
|
Cooking operations utilizing solid-fuel burning cooking appliances |
1 month |
|
All other cooking operations |
6 months |
(ii)
609.3.3.2 Grease accumulation. If during
the inspection it is found that hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts or
other appurtenances have an accumulation of grease, such components shall be
cleaned in accordance with ANSI/IKECA C 10 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(iii)
609.3.3.3
Records. Records for inspections shall state the individual and company
performing the inspection, a description of the inspection and when the
inspection took place. Records for cleanings shall state the individual and
company performing the cleaning and when the cleaning took place. Such records
shall be completed after each inspection or cleaning, maintained.
(a)
609.3.3.3.1
Tags. When a commercial kitchen hood or duct system is inspected, a tag
containing the service provider name, address, telephone number and date of
service shall be provided in a conspicuous location. Prior tags shall be
covered or removed.
(d)
609.3.4
Extinguishing system service. Automatic fire-extinguishing systems
protecting commercial cooking systems shall be serviced as required in
paragraph (D)(12)(f)(904.12.6) of rule
1301:7-7-09
of the Administrative Code.
(4)
609.4
Appliance connection to building piping. Gas-fired commercial cooking
appliances installed on casters and appliances that are moved for cleaning and
sanitation purposes shall be connected to the piping system with an appliance
connector listed as complying with ANSI Z 21.69as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. The commercial cooking appliance connector
installation shall be configured in accordance with the manufacturer's
installation instructions. Movement of appliances with casters shall be limited
by a restraining device installed in accordance with the connector and
appliance manufacturer's instructions.
(J) Section 610 Commercial kitchen cooking oil storage
(1)
610.1
General.Storage of cooking oil (grease) in
commercial cooking operations utilizing above-ground tanks with a capacity
greater than 60 gal (227 L) installed within a building shall comply with
paragraphs (J)(2)( 610.2) to (J)(7)( 610.7)
of this rule and NFPA 30 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. For purposes of this paragraph,
cooking oil shall be classified as a Class IIIB liquid unless
otherwise determined by testing.
(2)
610.2
Metallic storage tanks.Metallic cooking
oil storage tanks shall be listed in accordance with UL 142 or UL 80 as
listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code, and shall be installed in accordance with
the tank manufacturer's instructions.
(3)
610.3
Nonmetallic storage tanks.Nonmetallic
cooking oil storage tanks shall be installed in accordance with the tank
manufacturer's instructions and shall also comply with all of the
following:
(a)
Tanks shall be listed for use with cooking oil, including
maximum temperature to which the tank will be exposed during use.
(b)
Tank
capacity shall not exceed 200 gallons (757 L) per tank.
(4)
610.4 Cooking oil storage system
components.Cooking oil storage system
components shall include but are not limited to piping, connections, fittings,
valves, tubing, hose, pumps, vents and other related components used for the
transfer of cooking oil, and are permitted to be of either metallic or
non-metallic construction.
(a)
610.4.1 Design standards.The design, fabrication and assembly of system components
shall be suitable for the working pressures, temperatures and structural
stresses to be encountered by the components.
(b)
610.4.2
Components in contact with heated oil. System components that come in contact with heated cooking
oil shall be rated for the maximum operating temperatures expected in the
system.
(5)
610.5 Tank venting.Normal and emergency venting shall be provided for cooking
oil storage tanks.
(a)
610.5.1 Normal vents.Normal vents shall be located above the maximum normal
liquid line, and shall have a minimum effective area not smaller than the
largest filling or withdrawal connection. Normal vents shall be permitted to
vent inside the building.
(b)
610.5.2 Emergency vents.Emergency relief vents shall be located above the maximum
normal liquid line, and shall be in the form of a device or devices that will
relieve excessive internal pressure caused by an exposure fire. For nonmetallic
tanks, the emergency relief vent shall be allowed to be in the form of
construction. Emergency vents shall be permitted to vent inside the
building.
(6)
610.6 Heating of cooking oil.Electrical equipment used for heating cooking oil in cooking
oil storage systems shall be listed to UL 499 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code and shall comply with NFPA 70 as
listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code. Use of electrical immersion heaters shall
be prohibited in nonmetallic tanks.
(7)
610.7
Electrical equipment. Electrical equipment used for the operation of
cooking oil storage systems shall comply with NFPA 70 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(K) Section 611 Hyperbaric facilities
(1)
611.1 General.Hyperbaric facilities shall be inspected, tested and
maintained in accordance with NFPA 99 as listed in rule
1301:7-7-80
of the Administrative Code.
(2)
611.2
Records.Records shall be maintained of all
testing and repair conducted on the hyperbaric chamber and associated devices
and equipment. Records shall be available to the fire code official.
Replaces: 1301:7-7-06.
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