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Code Summary Report

CODE SUMMARY HEALTH CARE NEW BUILDINGS

This code summary is based on the following codes:This code summary is based on the following codes:• 2000 Edition NFPA 101, The Life Safety Code (LSC), as adopted by The Joint Commission and CMS• 2009 Edition NFPA 101• 2012 Edition NFPA 101 (Based on proposed changes outlined in the ROC ballot results. Additional changes may be needed in July, 2011 after

membership vote is finalized.)• 2009 Edition International Building Code• 1999 Edition of NFPA 99 Standard for Health care Facilities as referenced by 2000 NFPA 1011999 Edition of NFPA 99, Standard for Health care Facilities as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2005 Edition of NFPA 99, Standard for Health care Facilities as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101• 1998 Edition of NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2007 Edition of NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101• 1999 Edition of NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Automatic Sprinkler Systems as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2007 Edition of NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Automatic Sprinkler Systems as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101• 2000 Edition of NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipes and Hose Systems as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2000 Edition of NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipes and Hose Systems as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2007 Edition of NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipes and Hose Systems as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101

This code summary is based on the following assumptions:• The building is designated as Healthcare/I-2.• The building is protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system using quick response sprinklers.• The building is four stories (non highrise)• The building is four stories (non-highrise).• Addresses code requirements for a New Health Care Occupancy only.

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR HEALTHCARE ENGINEERINGCODE SUMMARY REPORT

Code Category Component/Requirement 2009 IBC 2000 Edition NFPA 101 LSC 2009 Edition NFPA 101 LSC 2012 Edition NFPA 101 LSC

1 Occupancy 2 Occupancy Classification I-2

(308.3)Health care

(6.1.5.1)Health care


(6.1.5.1)

3 Construction Type4 Minimum Construction Type Type IB

(Table 503)Type II (222)

(Table 18.1.6.2)Type II (222)

(Table 18.1.6.1)Type II (222)

(Table 18.1.6.1)

5 Height and Area Limits

6 Maximum Height Allowed 180 feet (Table 503, Section 504.2)

N/A N/A N/A

7 Allowable Area UL (Table 503)

N/A N/A N/A

8 Maximum Number of Stories 5 Stories (Table 503, Section 504.2)

4 Stories(Table 18.1.6.2)

4 Stories(Table 18.1.6.1)

4 StoriesBasements shall not be considered a

story(Table 18.1.6.1)

9 Fire-Resistance Ratings of Exterior Walls

10 Distance to Lot Line or Imaginary Line

Where 30 feet or greater, no requirement. One-hour elsewhere.

(Table 602)

N/A N/A N/A

11 Specific Occupancy Requirements for Group I-2

12 Corridors in I-2 Corridors in Group I-2 must be continuous to the exits and be separated from other areas in

accordance with Section 407.3 except as provided in Sections 407.2.1 -

407.2.4.(407.2)

Corridors shall be separated from all other areas by partitions complying with 18.3.6.2 through 18.3.6.5 unless

otherwise permitted (18.3.6.1)





13 Waiting areas off Corridors Spaces of unlimited area including waiting areas and similar spaces

constructed as required for corridors are permitted to be open to the

corridor provided the spaces are not used for sleeping units, treatment or hazardous uses, a detection system is

used, and exits are not obstructed.(407.2.2)

Waiting areas and similar spaces located off corridors are permitted to be open to the corridor provided the waiting area does not exceed 600 sf and is protected by an electrically

supevised automatic smoke detection system in accordance with 18.3.4.

Each area shall be arranged to allow direct supervision by facility staff and

does not obstruct access to exits. (18.3.6.1)









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14 Nurses' Stations off Corridors Nurses' Stations and similar spaces for doctors' and nurses' charting,

communications and related clerical activities are permitted to be open to

the corridor when constructed as required for corridors.

(407.2.1)

Nurse stations do not need to be separated

(18.3.6.1(3))


(18.3.6.1(3))


(18.3.6.1(3))

15 Mental Health Treatment (Areas Open to Corridors)

Mental health treatment areas are not required to be separated from corridors when they meet the

following conditions:1. Area is no larger than 1500 sq ft.

2. supervision by facility staff3. No exit access obstruction

4. Area is euipped with fire detection system

5. One space per smoke compartment6. Area walls and ceilings constructed

as required for corridors.(407.2.3)

N/A N/A N/A

16 Smoke Compartments: Every story used by patients for sleeping or treatment and other

stories with an occupant load of 50 or more must be divided into at least

two smoke compartments constructed as smoke barriers.

(407.4)

Every story used by patients for sleeping or treatment and other



(18.3.7.1)




(18.3.7.1)




(18.3.7.1)

17 Not required where:1. stories contain a health care

occupancy, located totally above the health care

2. Separated, non-healthcare occupancies

3. occupancies more than one story below the healthcare floor

4. Open air parking structures protected by a sprinkler system.

(18.3.7.2)

Not required where:1. stories contain a health care





(18.3.7.2)

Not required where:1. stories contain a health care





(18.3.7.2)




18 Smoke Compartment Size Compartment sizes may not exceed 22,500 s.f. and the travel distance

from any point in a smoke compartment to a smoke barrier door

may not exceed 200 feet. Smoke barriers must comply with Section

710.(407.4)

Compartment sizes may not exceed 22,500 s.f. and the travel distance


may not exceed 200 feet. Smoke barriers must comply with Section 8.3

and be no less than 1 hour rated(18.3.7.1 and 18.3.7.3)









19 Smoke Compartment Refuge Area Provide at least 30 net sq. feet per patient within corridors, patient

rooms, lounge or dining , other low hazard areas on each side of the

smoke barrier.

Provide at least 30 net sq. feet per patient within corridors, patient


smoke barrier. (18.3.7.4)



smoke barrier. (18.3.7.5.1)




20 For floors not housing bed or litter patients , provide 6 net square feet

per occupant on each side of smoke barrier for the total number of occupants in adjoining smoke

compartments. (407.4.1)

For floors not housing bed or litter patients , provide 6 net square feet


compartments. (18.3.7.4)



compartments. (18.3.7.5.2)




21 Smoke Compartment Independent Egress

An independent means of egress must be provided from each smoke

compartment. Reentry into the smoke compartment for egress is not

permitted.(407.4.2)

Not less than two exits of the types described in 18.2.2.2 through

18.2.2.10 shall be accessible from each smoke compartment(s) and shall not

require return through the compartment of fire origin

(18.2.4.3)




(18.2.4.3)




(18.2.4.3)

22 Smoke Compartment Sprinkler System

Patient sleeping units within smoke compartments are required to be

equipped with an NFPA 13 sprinkler system. Smoke compartments must

use approved quick-response or residential sprinklers per Section

903.3.2.(407.6)

Listed quick-response or listed residential sprinklers shall be used throughout smoke compartments containing patient sleeping areas

(18.3.5.2 - See Appendix)





23 Fire Resistive Requirements24 Corridors Must be constructed as smoke

partitions in Group I-2 Occupancies (407.3)

Must limit the transfer of smoke(18.3.6.2)

Must limit the transfer of smoke(18.3.6.2.1)


25 Smoke Barriers 1-Hour smoke barrier (710.3)

1-hour smoke barrier(18.3.7.3)






26 Must be continuous from outside wall to outside wall and be

constructed from the floor to the underside of the floor or roof above or to the underside of a ceiling and

limit the transfer of smoke.(710.4)

Smoke barriers must be continuous from wall to wall, barrier to barrier, or from floor to floor and through

concealed spaces.(8.3.2)





27 Doors in smoke barriers shall be self or automatic closing. Latching

hardware is not required. Stops shall be provided at the head and sides of

door frames. Rabbets, bevels, or astragals to be provided at the

meeting edges of pairs of doors. Center mullions prohbited

18.3.7.8

28 Shaft Enclosures(Connecting 4 or More Stories)

2-hour fire barrier (708.4)

Shaft enclosures must be constructed in accordance with Section 708.

2-hour fire barrier (8.2.5.4(1))

2-hour fire barrier (8.6.5(1))


29 Shaft Enclosures(Connecting 3 Stories or Less)

1-hour fire barrier Connecting up to 3 stories (708.4)

1-hour fire barrier Connecting up to 3 stories (8.2.5.4(2))

1-hour fire barrier Connecting up to 3 stories

(8.6.5(2))

1-hour fire barrier Connecting up to 3 stories

(8.6.5(2))

30 Exit Stair Enclosures(Connecting 4 or more Stories)


2-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(b))

2-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(2))

2-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(2))

31 Exit Stair Enclosures(Connecting 3 Stories or Less)


1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(a)) 1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(1)) 1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(1))

32 Exit Passageways Fire barrier with not less than 1-hour and/or with same rating as that for the exit stair enclosure that it serves.

(1023.3)

Fire barrier with same rating as that for the exit stair enclosure that it

serves. (7.2.6.2)


serves. (7.2.6.2)


serves. (7.2.6.2)

33 Horizontal Exit wall 2-hour fire barrier and barrier must extend through all levels of the

building unless floor assemblies have a fire-resistance rating of not less than

2 hours with no unprotected openings.(1025.2)

2-hour fire barrier and barrier must continue to grade level unless all

stairs discharge directly to outside and floor with horizontal exit does

not have an unprotected vertical opening. (7.2.4.3.1)



not have an unprotected vertical opening.

(7.2.4.3.1 and 7.2.4.3.3)



not have an unprotected vertical opening.

(7.2.4.3.1 and 7.2.4.3.3)

34 Horizontal Exit Opening Protection (doors)

1- 1/2 hours (Table 715.4)

1- 1/2 hours (8.2.3.2.3)

1- 1/2 hours (Table 8.3.4.2)

1- 1/2 hours (Table 8.3.4.2)




35 Permitted Unprotected Floor Openings.

( Unless permitted by the code all floor openings to be protected as

noted above for a shaft.)(711)

Permitted provided the following: 1. Connects a mezzanine and the

floor below2. Escalator or open stair cannot be a

portion of he means of egress.(708.2)

Communicating space is permitted by 18.3.1.1

Unprotected floor openings permitted provided:

1. Conects no more than 2 adjacent stories

2. Is separated from floor opening serving other floors

3. Separated from corridors4. Shall not serve as a required means

of egress(8.2.5.5)

Permitted provided the following: 1. Connects no more than two

adjacent floors 2. Is separated from floor openings

serving other floors 3. Opening is separated from

corridors 4. Convenience openings shall be

separated from by a smoke partition.4. Opening is not part of a required

exit path. (8.6.8.2)







36 Horizontal Assemblies Floor and roof assemblies required to have a fire-resistive rating must

comply with this section. Otherwise, 713.4.2(712)

Required by NFPA 220 Required by NFPA 221 Required by NFPA 222

37 Horizontal Assemblies(Fire Resistive Rating)

Required to have a fire resistance rating not less than that required for

building construction type.(712.3)

N/A N/A N/A

38 Exterior Walls Fire resistive rating per Table 601 & 602

(705.5)Buildings on the same lot must have

and imaginary line assumed between them for opening protection, fire

rating & roof covering requirements.(705.3)

Structural stability(705.6)

Parapets (705.11)

Joints(714.1)

Voids at intersection of exterior curtain wall and floor/ceiling

assembly must be properly sealed(714.4)

N/A N/A N/A

39 Elevator Lobbies Elevator lobbies required in accordance with Section 708 unless

the elevator hoistway is pressurized. Construct as smoke partitions .

(708.14.1)

Required if used for occupant evacuation. Shall meet the following: very floor served by the elevator shall have an elevator lobby and form a 1-hour barrier in accordance with 8.5

(7.2.13.3)


(7.2.13.3)


(7.2.13.3)




40 Fire-Resistance Ratings of Structural Members

Structural elements to comply with Section 704.

(704)

Structural members supporting the 2 hour floor assembly shall have the

resistance rating required of the building

(18.1.6.2(b))



(18.1.6.2(3))



(18.1.6.2(3))

Roof covering shall meet ASTM E 108 or ANSI/UL 790 for 18.1.6.2 and

18.1.6.3

41 Ducts and Air Transfer Openings Includes provisions for fire dampers, smoke dampers and combination

fire/smoke dampers.(716)

Provide approved alternative protection where the installation of a

fire damper will interfere with the operation of a required smoke control

system.(716.2.1)

Smoke dampers shall not be required in duct penetrations of smoke barriers

in fully ducted heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.

(18.3.7.3(2))



(18.3.7.3(2))



(18.3.7.3(2))

42 Opening Protectives43 Corridor Doors- Group I-2 Group I-2 - Must limit the passage of

smoke and be provided with positive latching. Roller latches are not

permitted.(407.3.1)

New Health Care - Doors protecting corridor openings shall be

constructed to resist the passage of smoke. Bottom clearence shall not exceede 1 inch. Doors shall have

positive latching hardware and no roller latches.

(18.3.6.3.1 and 18.3.6.3.2)




(18.3.6.3.1 and 18.3.6.3.5)




(18.3.6.3.1 and 18.3.6.3.5)

44 2- hour Elevator Hoistways 1-1/2 hour(Table 715.4)

1-1/2 hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

45 1- hour Elevator Hoistways 1-hour(Table 715.4)

1-hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

1-hour(Table 8.3.4.2)


46 2-hour Vertical Shafts (including stairways, exits, and chutes)

1-1/2 hour(Table 715.4)

1-1/2 hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)


1-hour(Table 715.4)

1-hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)



48 2- hour Fire Barriers 1-1/2 hour(Table 715.4)

1-1/2 hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

49 1- hour Fire Barriers 3/4 hour(Table 715.4)

3/4 hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

3/4 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

3/4 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

50 2- hour Horizontal Exits 1-1/2 hour(T.715.4)

1-1/2 hour(7.2.4.3.2 and 8.2.3.2.3)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

51 Smoke Barriers 1/3 hour (Table 715.4)

20 minutes(8.2.3.2.3.1)

20 minutes(Table 8.3.4.2)


52 Fire Window Assembly (Table 715.5) 8.2.3.2.2 8.3.3.1 8.3.3.253 Occupancy Separations




54 Non-separated Uses Occupancy separation is not required when the entire building meets the

most restrictive requirements of Section 403 and Chapter 9.

(508.3.1)

Occupancy separation is not required when the entire building meets the

most restrictive requirements of each individual occupancy. (A3.3.134.10

and 6.1.14.2)


most restrictive requirements of each individual occupancy.

(6.1.14.3.2)


most restrictive requirements of each individual occupancy.

(6.1.14.3.2)

55 Boiler and fuel-fired heater rooms 1-hour or provide automatic fire sprinkler system(Table 508.2.5)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1-Hour (18.3.2.1)

1-Hour (18.3.2.1)

56 Central/bulk laundries more than 100 sf

1 hour or provide automatic fire extinguishing system

(Table 508.2.5)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

2 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

57 Laboratories employing flammable or combustible materials in quantities

less than that which would be considered severe.

1 hour or provide automatic fire sprinkler system(Table 508.2.5)

Smoke tight and self-closing (18.3.2.1)



58 Laboratories that use hazardous materials that would cause

classification as a severe hazard in accordance with NFPA 99 "Standard

for Health Care Facilities"

Applicable to any laboratory located in Group I-2 occupancies

1 hour or provide automatic sprinkler system.

(Table 508.2.5)

See 18.3.6.3.11(Table 18.3.2.1)

See 18.3.6.3.11(Table 18.3.2.1)

See 18.3.6.3.11(Table 18.3.2.1)

59 Paint Shops not classified as an H occupancy

2 hours or 1 hour and provide automatic fire-extinguishing system

(Table 508.2.5)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

60 Physical Plant Maintenance shops N/A 1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

61 Soiled Linen Room Over 100 sf., 1 hour(Table 508.2.5)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

62 Waste/trash collection Over 100 sf., 1 hour (Table 508.2.5)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

63 Refuse(waste) & Laundry Chutes Construct per Section 708.13Must be enclosed with a shaft

Openings may not be located in corridors

Access openings for refuse and laundry chutes are to located in

rooms or compartments by a 1 hour fire barrier

Openings in to access rooms must be protected by a 3/4 hour self-or

automatic opening door.

See Section 9.5Chute charging or discharging room

require max 1-hour fire rating.Enclosed by walls or partitions in

accordance with 8.2. Inlet openings in accordance with 8.2. Installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA

82: Standard on Incinerators and Waste Linen Handling Systems and

Equipment.(9.5 and 18.5.4)














64 Termination rooms must be into a room separated form the remainder

of the building by a 1 hour fire barrier.

Openings in to access rooms must be protected by a 3/4 hour self-or

automatic opening door.Provide automatic sprinkler system

per Section 903.2.11.2.(708.13)

Any trash chute chute shall discharge into a trash collection room used for

no ther purpose and protected in accordance with section 8.4

(18.5.4.3)



(18.5.4.4)



(18.5.4.4)

65 Storage rooms between 50-100 sf of combustible materials

N/A Smoke tight and self-closing. (18.3.2.1)

Smoke tight and self-closing. (18.3.2.1)

Smoke tight and self-closing. (18.3.2.1)

66 Storage rooms greater than 100 sf of combustible materials

N/A 1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

1 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

2 hour (Table 18.3.2.1)

67 Gift shops less than 500 sf and not considered hazardous

Not required to be separated from corridors when fully sprinklered and

storage areas are protected in accordance with Section 508.2.5.

(407.2)

No separation required. (18.3.2.5) No separation required.(18.3.6.1(4))

No separation required.(18.3.6.1(4))

68 Gift shops more than 500 sf and not considered hazardous

Separated from corridors with smoke partitions

(407.2)

Separated from the corridor by non fire rated walls.

(18.3.2.5)


(18.3.6.1)


(18.3.6.1)

69 Gift shops with combustible loading considered hazardous

N/A 1 hour (8.4.1.1)

1 hour (8.7.1)

2 hour (8.7.1)

70 Non-flammable gas storage including oxidizers

Oxidizers and oxidizer gases may not exceed the exempt quantities per control area. See also mechanical

code & plumbing code.

1 hour (NFPA 99:4-3.1..1.2(a)2)

1 hour (NFPA 99:4-5.1.3.3.2(4))

2 hour (NFPA 99:4-5.1.3.3.2(4))

71 Electrical rooms with transformers greater than 112.5 kVA

1 Hour(NFPA 70-2005:450.21(b))

1 hour (NFPA 70-2005:450.21(b))

1 hour (NFPA 70-2005:450.21(b))

2 hour (NFPA 70-2005:450.21(b))

72 Generator Rooms N/A Emergency Power 7.2.3.12 One hour separation and two hour fuel supply

Emergency Power 7.2.3.12 One hour separation and two hour fuel supply


73 Interior Finish Maximum Flame Spread

74 Interior Wall & Finish Systems May comply with NFPA 286(803.1.2)

May comply with NFPA 355 or 286(10.2.3)

In accordance with ASTEM E84 or ANSI/UL 723

(10.2.3)


(10.2.3)

75 Interior Wall Finish Based on Group I-2

Exit enclosure & exit passageway - BCorridors - B

Rooms & enclosed spaces - B(Table 803.9)

Permitted throughout if Class A or B and compliant with 10.2

(18.3.3.2)


(18.3.3.2)


(18.3.3.2)

76 Maximum smoke developed 450(803.1.1)

0-450(Table A.10.2.2)

0-450(Table A.10.2.2)

0-450(Table A.10.2.2)




77 Maximum flame spread for vertical exitways, access corridors, other exits,

rooms and enclosed spaces, textile wall coverings

Class A: 0-25Class B: 26-75

Class C: 76-200(803.1.1)


Class C: 76-200(Table A.10.2.2)


Class C: 76-200(Table A.10.2.2)


Class C: 76-200(Table A.10.2.2)

78 Textiles(Wall & Ceiling Finish)

Class A flame spread index in accordance with ASTM E 84

(803.6.1)

See 10.2.4.1 See 10.2.4.1 See 10.2.4.2

79 Suspended Acoustical Ceiling Systems

ASTM C 635 & ASTM C 636(803.9)

N/A N/A N/A

80 Interior Floor Finish Class II in exit enclosures, corridors and rooms not separated from

corridors by full height partitions DOC FF-1 "pill test" (CPC 16 CFR,

Part 1630)(804.4.1)

No Requirement(18.3.3.3)

See 10.2.7.1 or 10.2.7.2(18.3.3.3)

See 10.2.7.1 or 10.2.7.2(18.3.3.3)

81 Helistops 82 Size < 3,500 pounds - 20' x 20' min. with

average open space of 15 feet at roof level and no less than 5 feet

(412.7.1)

N/A N/A N/A

83 Design Noncombustible and designed to contain any flammable liquid

spillage. Spillage to flow away form egress. See also Section 1605.4

(412.7.2)

N/A N/A N/A

84 Means of egress Must comply with Chapter 10. < 60' in length or 2,000 sf may have fire

escape or ladder leading to the floor below for second means of egress

(412.7.3)

N/A N/A N/A

85 Rooftop NFPA 418(412.7.4)

NFPA 418(18.3.2.7)

NFPA 418(18.3.2.7)

NFPA 418(18.3.2.7)

86 Exit Capacity87 Stairways 0.3 inches per occupant

(1005.1)0.3 inches per occupant

(Table 7.3.3.1)0.3 inches per occupant


(Table 7.3.3.1)

88 Other egress components 0.2 inches per occupant(1005.1)

0.2 inches per occupant (Table 7.3.3.1) 0.2 inches per occupant (Table 7.3.3.1) 0.2 inches per occupant (Table 7.3.3.1)

89 Occupant Load Factors90 Office 100 sf / occupant.

(Table 1004.1.1)100 sf / occupant.

(Table 7.3.1.2)100 sf / occupant.

(Table 7.3.1.2)100 sf / occupant.

(Table 7.3.1.2)

91 Conference & Seminar Rooms 15 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)

15 sq. ft/ occupant(Table 7.3.1.2)



92 Inpatient treatment areas 240 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)

240 sf /occupant (Table 7.3.1.2)



93 Outpatient areas 100 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)

100 sf / occupant (Table 7.3.1.2)






94 Storage & Mechanical Spaces 300 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)

300 sf/occupant(Table 7.3.1.2)

Anticipated Occupancy 42.1.7 Anticipated Occupancy 42.1.8

95 Sleeping Areas 120 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)

120 sf / occupant(Table 7.3.1.3)



96 Locker Rooms 50 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)




97 Kitchen 200 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)




98 Minimum Number of Exits

99 1-500 occupants 2 exits(Table 1021.1)

2 exits (7.4.1.1)

2 exits (7.4.1.1)

2 exits (7.4.1.1)

100 501-1,000 occupants 3 exits(Table 1021.1)

3 exits (7.4.1.2(1))

3 exits(7.4.1.2(1))

3 exits(7.4.1.2(1))

101 Greater than 1,000 occupants 4 exits(Table 1021.1)

4 exits(7.4.1.2(2))

4 exits (7.4.1.2(2))

4 exits (7.4.1.2(2))

102 Patient sleeping rooms or suites that include patient sleeping rooms more

than 1,000 sf in area

2 exits(1014.2.3.2)

2 exits (18.2.5.2)

2 exits (18.2.5.5.1)

2 exits (18.2.5.5.1)

103 Any room or suite of rooms, other than patient sleeping rooms, more

than 2,500 sf in area

2 exits(1014.2.4.2)

2 exits (18.2.5.3)

2 exits (18.2.5.5.2)

2 exits (18.2.5.5.2)

104 Each smoke compartment Based on O.L. and travel distance. Travel distance not to exceed 200 feet

from smoke barrier to barrier door(407.4)

Independent egress required without reentry into smoke compartment per

407.4.2.

Access to 2 exits(18.2.4.3)



105 Every habitable room or suite must have an exit access door leading directly to an exit corridor,unless

permitted by exceptions

(1014.2.2) (18.2.5.1) (18.2.5.6.1) (18.2.5.6.1)

106 Exit Access from a patient sleeping room with not more than 8 beds shall

be permitted to pass through one intervening room to reach an exit access corridor, provided there is constant supervision by nursing

personnel.

(1014.2.3) (18.2.5.1(2)) (18.2.5.6.2) (18.2.5.6.2)

107 Location of Exits




108 Two or more exits or exit access doors required from an area

At least two exits or access doors must be placed a distance apart equal to not less than 1/3 the length of the

maximum overall diagonal dimension of the building or area served, measured in a straight line

between exits, for sprinklered buildings.(1015.2.1)



between exits, for sprinklered buildings. (See Exception 2)

(7.5.1.4)



between exits, for sprinklered buildings.(7.5.1.3.3)

N/A

109 Dead ends General - 20 feet(1018.4)

Maximum of 30 feet(18.2.5.10)

Maximum of 30 feet(18.2.5.2)

110 Suites111 Suites of sleeping rooms Shall not exceed 5,000 sf

(1014.2.3.1)Shall not exceed 5,000 sf

(18.2.5.6)Shall not exceed 7,500 sf

18.2.5.7.2.3

Suites greater than 7,500 sf and not exceeding 10,000 sf is allowed when

direct visual supervision and automactic smoke detection in

common areas is provided.

Shall not exceed 7,500 sf 18.2.5.7.2.3

Suites greater than 7,500 sf and not exceeding 10,000 sf is allowed when

direct visual supervision and automactic smoke detection in

common areas is provided.

112 Suites of rooms other than patient sleeping rooms

Shall not exceed 10,000 sf(1014.2.4.1)

Shall not exceed 10,000 sf(18.2.5.7)

Shall not exceed 10,000 sf(18.2.5.7.3.3)


113 Hazardous areas within suites options

Not addressed N/A See 18.2.5.7.1.3 See 18.2.5.7.1.4

114 Intervening rooms other than patient sleeping rooms.

One intervening room is allowed if the travel distance within the suite to the exit access door does not exceed 100 feet and two intervening rooms

are permitted where the travel distance to the exit access door does

not exceed 50 feet.(1014.2.4.3 and 1014.2.4.4)



not exceed 50 feet.(18.2.5.8)



not exceed 50 feet.(18.2.5.7.3.4(A))



not exceed 50 feet.(18.2.5.7.3.4(A))

115 Intervening rooms for patient sleeping rooms.

Patient sleeping rooms are permitted to have one intervening room when the intervening room is not used as an exit access for more than eight

patient beds.(1014.2.3)

Exit access from a patient sleeping room with not more than eight

patient beds shall be permitted to pass through one intervening room.

(18.2.5.1(2))



(18.2.5.6.2)



(18.2.5.6.2)

116 Special Nursing Suites May have one intervening room where the arrangement allows for

direct and constant visual supervision by nursing personnel.

(1014.2.3)

May have one intervening room where the arrangement allows for


(18.2.5.1(3))



(18.2.5.7.2.1)



(18.2.5.7.2.1)




117 Egress into another suite See intervening rooms.Exit acces from all other portions of a building not classified as a suite in a Group I-2 occupancy shall not pass

through a suite(1014.2.5)

Not addressed A suite that requires two means of egress is premitted have one means of

egress to be into another suite, provided that the separation between

the suite complies with 18.3.6.2 through 18.3.6.5(18.2.5.7.2.2(C))

A suite that requires two means of egress is premitted have one means of

egress to be into another suite, provided that the separation between

the suite complies with 18.3.6.2 through 18.3.6.5(18.2.5.7.2.2(C))

118 Exit Access from a Corridor Corridors in occupancies in Group I-2 shall be continuous from to the exits

and separated from other areas in accordance with 407.3 except spaces

conforming with 407.2.1 through 407.2.4(407.2)

Every corridor shall provide access to at least two exits without passing through any intervening rooms or

spaces other than corridors or lobbies.(18.2.5.9)





119 Travel Distance120 General Egress Travel Distance121 Between any room door required as

an exit access and an exit N/A Maximum 150 feet

(18.2.6.2.1)Removed from code N/A

122 Between any point in a room and an exit

200 feet(Table 1016.1)

Maximum 200 feet(18.2.6.2.2)

Maximum 200 feet(18.2.6.2.1)

Maximum 200 feet(18.2.6.2.1)

123 Between any point in a health care sleeping room and an exit access door

in that room

Maximum 50 feet to exit access door in a room.(1014.2.6)

Maximum 50 feet(18.2.6.2.3)

Maximum 50 feet (18.2.6.2.5)

Maximum 50 feet (18.2.6.2.5)

124 Between any point in a suite of sleeping rooms and an exit access

door of that suite

Maximum 100 feet(1014.2.3.3)

Maximum 100 feet(18.2.6.2.4)

Maximum 100 feet(18.2.5.7.2.4(A))

Maximum 100 feet(18.2.5.7.2.4(A))

125 Between any point in a sleeping suite and an exit

Maximum 200 feet(Table 1016.1)

N/A Maximum 200 feet(18.2.5.7.2.4(B))

Maximum 200 feet(18.2.5.7.2.4(B))

126 Common Path of Travel Group I-2 - 75 feet(1014.3)

N/A Maximum 100 feet(18.2.5.3)

Maximum 100 feet(18.2.5.3)

127 Doors128 Minimum clear width serving

sleeping rooms, diagnostic and treatment rooms

41.5 inches(1008.1.1)

41.5 inches(18.2.3.5(1))

41.5 inches (18.2.3.6(1))

41.5 inches (18.2.3.6(1))

129 Minimum clear width all other areas 32 inches net clear width(1008.1.1)

32 inches clear width (18.2.3.5 and 7.2.1.2.3)

32 inches clear width (18.2.3.7 and 7.2.1.2.3.2)

32 inches clear width (18.2.3.7 and 7.2.1.2.3.2)

130 Minimum Height 80 inches(1008.1.1)

90 inches(7.1.5)

90 inches (7.1.5.1)

90 inches (7.1.5.1)




131 Door SwingDoors should be of the side hinged

swinging type.

Doors are required to be of the side hinged swinging type. Exceptions:1. Critical or intensive care patient

rooms within suites2. Horizontal sliding doors complying with 1008.1.4.3

3. Manually operated horizontal sliding doors are permitted in a

means of egress from spaces with an occupant load less than 10

(1008.1.2)

Doors in the direction of egress7.2.1.4.1



132 Swing in direction of exit travel when serving high hazardous area or

serving an occupant load greater than 50.

(1008.1.2) (7.2.1.4.2 and 7.2.1.4.3) (7.2.1.4.2) (7.2.1.4.2)

133 Exit door shall be openable from the egress side without the use of key

locking device

(1008.1.9) (7.2.1.5.1 / 18.2.2.2.4) (7.2.1.5.1 / 7.2.1.5.2 / 18.2.2.2.4) (7.2.1.5.1 / 7.2.1.5.2 / 18.2.2.2.4)

134 Bolt locks are generally prohibited except for storage or equipment and rooms or where doors serve patient

care rooms.

(1008.1.9.4) N/A N/A N/A

135 Horizontal Sliding doors are permitted to be a component of a

means of egress when meeting the following:

136

1. Power operated and capable of being operated manually in the event

of power failure. 2. Operable by a simple method form both sides

without special knowledge or effort. 3. Force required to operate is a

maximum of 30 lbs to set door in motion and 15 lbs to close or open to the required width. 4. Operable with

a force not to exceed 15 lbs when a force of 250 lbs is applied

perpendicular to the door adjacent to the operating device. 5. If the door is required to be rated, it must be self or automatic closing operated by smoke detection. 6. The door assembly must

have an integrated standby power supply. 7. The door assembly power

supply must be electronically supervised. 8. The door must open to the minimum required width within

10 seconds after activation of the operating device. (1008.1.4.3)

Horizontal doors that are not automatic closing are limited to a

single leafe and must be latching or be provided with means to not

rebound when pushed closed in an emergency (7.2.1.14 / 18.2.2.2.9)

1. Area served is not high hazard; 2. Door is readily operable from both sides without special knowledge; 3.

Force to set door in motion in direction of travel is < 30 lbf and < 15 lbf to open to minimum width or to close; 4. Doors to be fire rated are

self- or auto-closing based on smoke detection per NFPA 80; and 5. Doors requried to latch are provided with a

mechanism that will latch or eliminate potential for rebound.

(7.2.1.14 / 18.2.2.2.10.1 / 18.2.2.2.10.2)

(7.2.1.14 / 18.2.2.2.10.1 / 18.2.2.2.10.2)




137 Horizontal sliding doors serving a room or area with an occupant load

of fewer than 10 in health care occupancies shall be exempt from the

requirements of 7.2.1.4.1

(1008.1.2(9)) N/A 7.2.1.4.1.6, 18.2.2.2.10.2 7.2.1.4.1.6, 18.2.2.2.10.3

138 Vision panels of approved assemblies of fire-rated glazing or wired glass be provided at each cross corridor door and each cross-corridor horizontal-

sliding door in a smoke barrier.

18.3.7.9 Vision panels shall not be wired glass panels

139 Corridors140 Minimum width where inpatients are

moved on beds96 inches(1018.2)

(Exception 6)

8 feet (96 inches)(18.2.3.3)

8 feet (96 inches)(18.2.3.4)

8 feet (96 inches)(18.2.3.4)

141 Projections in corridor with minimum width 6 feet

The required width of corridors shall be unobstructed

(1018.3)

Tentative Interim Amendment (2006 LSC)

6 inches from the corridor wall, above the handrail height, shall be permitted for hand-rub dispensing

units. Projections in the corridors on both sides are permitted if the

projection does not exceed a depth of 6 inches, the length is less than 36 inches, positioned not less than 40

inches above the floor, and has not less than 48 inches of horizontal

separation from other projections.

6 inches from the corridor wall, above the handrail height, shall be permitted for hand-rub dispensing

units. Projections in the corridors on both sides are permitted if the

projection does not exceed a depth of 6 inches, the length is less than 36 inches, positioned not less than 40

inches above the floor, and has not less than 48 inches of horizontal

separation from other projections.(18.2.3.4)

Not addressed




142 Permitted projections when corridor width is 8 feet

Non-continuous projections that are maximum 6 inches when located > 38 inches AFF; and wheeled equipment

in use for patient movement and medical emergencies that do not

reduce clear width < 5 ft when staff are trained and provisions are

included in facility emergency plans for dealing with the equipment.

Furniture fixed to wall is permitted in groups not exceeding 50 sq ft, set

minimum 10 ft apart, does not reduce minimul clear width < 6 ft, is located

on one side, not blocking building service equipment, and the smoke

compartment is sprinklered throughout, and corridors are

protected with smoke detectors when the furniture is not under direct visual supervision from a nurses

station. (18.2.3.4 #2, 4 and 5).

143 Minimum Width for limited care facility or hospital for psychiatric care

No similar requirement 6 feet(18.2.3.4)

6 feet(18.2.3.5)

6 feet(18.2.3.5)

144 Minimum Height to Ceiling 90 inches(1003.2)

90 inches(7.1.5.1)

90 inches (7.1.5.1)

90 inches (7.1.5.1)

145 Minimum Height to Ceiling Projections

80 inches(1003.3.1)

80 inches (7.1.5.1)

80 inches (7.1.5.1)

80 inches (7.1.5.1)

146 The required corridor width shall be unobstructed with the following

exceptions:1. Doors when fully open, and handrails, shall not reduce the required width by more than 7

inches.2. Doors in any position shall not

reduce the required corridor width by more than one-half.

(1005.2) (7.2.1.4.4) (7.2.1.4.3.1) (7.2.1.4.3.1)

147 Stairways148 Risers Minimum 4 inches; Maximum 7

inches(1009.4.2)

Minimum 4 inches; Maximum 7 inches

(Table 7.2.2.2.1(a))


(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a))


(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a))

149 Treads Minimum 11 inches(1009.4.2)

Minimum 11 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1(a))

Minimum 11 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a))

Minimum 11 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a))




150 Width O.L. < 50 - 36"O.L. ≥ 50 - 44"

See occupant egress width Section 1005.1 for further requirements of

width(1009.1)

Minimum 44 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1(a))

<2000 persons = Minimum 44 inches>2000 persons = minimum 56 inches

(Table 7.2.2.2.1.2(B))

<2000 persons = Minimum 44 inches>2000 persons = minimum 56 inches

(Table 7.2.2.2.1.2(B))

151 Landings Width - Not less than the width of the stair but need not exceed 48 inches when the stair has a straight run.

(1009.5)

Width - Not less than the width of the stair but need not exceed 48 inches when the stair has a straight run.

(7.2.2.3.2)


(7.2.2.3.2.4)


(7.2.2.3.2.4)

152 Vertical Rise Vertical Distance between floor levels and landings - 12 feet.

(1009.7)

Vertical Distance between floor levels and landings - 12 feet.

(Table 7.2.2.2.1(a))

Vertical Distance between floor levels and landings - 12 feet. (Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a))

Vertical Distance between floor levels and landings - 12 feet. (Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a))

153 Headroom 80 inches(1009.2)

80 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1(a))



154 Handrails(Note: Shall also coordinate with

TAS requirements: minimum 1-1/4 inches max 1-1/2 inches, 4.26.2)

Circular Diameter minimum 1-1/4 inches max 2 inches

(1012.3.1)


(7.2.2.4.5)


(7.2.2.4.4.6)


(7.2.2.4.4.6)

155 Height - minimum 34 inches maximum 38 inches

(1012.2)

Height - minimum 34 inches maximum 38 inches

(7.2.2.4.5)


(7.2.2.4.4.1)


(7.2.2.4.4.1)

156 Clear space to wall - 1-1/2 inches(1012.7)

Clear space to wall - 1-1/2 inches(7.2.2.4.5)

Clear space to wall - 2-1/4 inches(7.2.2.4.4.5)

Clear space to wall - 2-1/4 inches(7.2.2.4.4.5)

157 Intermediate handrails are required so that all portions of the stairway are

within 30 inches of the handrail.(1012.9)

Intermediate handrails are required so that all portions of the stairway are

within 30 inches of the handrail.(7.2.2.4.1)


within 30 inches of the handrail.(7.2.2.4.1.2)


within 30 inches of the handrail.(7.2.2.4.1.2)

158 Guardrailsrequired along open-sided walking

surfaces, mezzanines, stairways, ramps and landings

Height - 42 inches(1013.2)

Height - 42 inches(7.2.2.4.6(2))

Height - 42 inches (7.2.2.4.5.2) Height - 42 inches (7.2.2.4.5.2)

159 Open guardrails shall have intermediate rails or an ornamental

pattern such that a sphere 4 inches in diameter cannot pass through up to 34 inches in height and a sphere 4-3/8 inches in diameter cannot pass

through at any point 36-42 inches in height.(1013.3)

Open guardrails shall have intermediate rails or an ornamental

pattern such that a sphere 4 inches in diameter cannot pass through up to

34 inches in height.(7.2.2.4.6)



34 inches in height (7.2.2.4.5.3)



34 inches in height (7.2.2.4.5.3)




160 Stairway Signage Signs must be located at each floor level in all enclosed stairways serving

3 or more stories. The signs must identify the story of and direction to

exit discharge, floor level, and the upper and lower terminus of the

stairway. Sign shall be located 5 feet above the floor landing in a position

readily visible when the door is in the open and closed positions. See

Section 1022.8.1 for specific signage requirements.

(1022.8)

N/A Signs must be located at each floor level in all enclosed stairways serving

3 or more stories. The signs must identify the stairway access, floor

level, and the upper and lower terminus of the stairway.

(7.2.2.5.4.1 A-M)

Signs must be located at each floor level in all enclosed stairways serving

3 or more stories. The signs must identify the stairway access, floor

level, and the upper and lower terminus of the stairway.

(7.2.2.5.4.1 A-M)

161 Stairway to Roof(DA1015.2.1.1)

In buildings 4 or more stories in height one stairway shall extend to

the roof unless the roof slope is greater than 33% slope.

(1009.13)

N/A N/A N/A

162 Exit Ramps 163 Width Not less than that required for a

corridor. (1010.5.1)

96 inches(18.2.3.3)

96 inches(18.2.3.4)

96 inches(18.2.3.4)

164 Maximum slope in direction of travel 1:12(1010.2)

1:12(Table 7.2.5.2 (a))

1:12(Table 7.2.5.2 (a))

1:12(Table 7.2.5.2 (a))

165 Maximum rise for a single ramp run 1:12(1010.2)

30 inches(Table 7.2.5.2 (a))



166 Handrails Ramps with rise grater than 6 inches shall have handrails complying with

Section 1012(1010.8)

Required for ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches

(7.2.5.4)


(7.2.5.4.2)


(7.2.5.4.2)

167 Horizontal Exits 168 Minimum area per patient provided

on each side of the horizontal exit30 net sf for nonambulatory

15 sf. per ambulatory (1025.4)

30 net sf(18.2.2.5.1)

30 net sf(18.2.2.5.1.1)

30 net sf(18.2.2.5.1.1)

169 Minimum area per occupant in nonpatient areas provided on each

side of the horizontal exit

3 net sf (1025.4)

6 net sf(18.2.2.5.1)

6 net sf(18.2.2.5.1.2)

6 net sf(18.2.2.5.1.2)

170 Horizontal exits are permitted to compromise two-thirds of the

required exits from any building or floor area

(1025.1.) (18.2.2.5.2) (18.2.2.5.2) (18.2.2.5.2)

171 Horizontal exits in a corridor 8 feet or more and serving as an exit from both

sides must have a pair of opposite swinging doors with a clear width of

no less than 41.5 inches.

N/A (18.2.2.5.4) (18.2.2.5.4) (18.2.2.5.4)




172 Horizontal exits in a corridor 6 feet or more and serving as an exit from both

sides must have a pair of opposite swinging doors with a clear width of

no less than 32 inches.

N/A (18.2.2.5.5) (18.2.2.5.5) (18.2.2.5.5)

173 An approved vision panel is required in each horizontal exit

N/A (18.2.2.5.6) (18.2.2.5.6) (18.2.2.5.6)

174 Smoke Compartments 175 Every story, used by inpatients for

sleeping or treatment and having an occupant load of 50 or more, must be

divided into two smoke compartments.

(407.4) (18.3.7.1(2)) (18.3.7.1(2)) (18.3.7.1(2))

176 Maximum area per compartment 22,500 sf407.4

22,500 sf(18.3.7.1(3))

22,500 sf(18.3.7.1(3))

22,500 sf(18.3.7.1(3))

177 Maximum travel distance from any point to reach a door in the required

smoke barrier

200 feet(407.4)

200 feet(18.3.7.1(4))

200 feet(18.3.7.1(4))

200 feet(18.3.7.1(4))

178 On floors containing health care, minimum area provided per patient

on each side of a smoke compartment

30 net sf (407.4.1)

30 net sf(18.3.7.4)

30 net sf(18.3.7.5.1)

30 net sf(18.3.7.5.1)

179 On non-patient floors minimum area provided per occupant on each side

of smoke compartment

6 net sf(407.4.1)

6 net sf(18.3.7.4)

6 net sf (18.3.7.5.2)

6 net sf (18.3.7.5.2)

180 Smoke barriers must be provided on stories that are useable, even if

unoccupied.

Other stories with an occupant load of 50 or more must be divided into at

least two smoke compartments.(407.4)

(18.3.7.2) N/ASee 18.3.7.2

N/ASee 18.3.7.2

181 Cross corridor doors in smoke barriers must be opposite swinging

N/A (18.3.7.5) (18.3.7.6(2)) (18.3.7.6(2))

182 Minimum clear width for individual smoke barrier doors

N/A 41.5 inches(18.3.7.5)

41.5 inches (18.3.7.6)

41.5 inches (18.3.7.6)

183 Doors must be self-closing or automatic

N/A (18.3.7.6) (18.3.7.8) (18.3.7.8)

184 Vision panels with fire-rated glazing or wired glass at each cross corridor

door

N/A (18.3.7.7) (18.3.7.9) (18.3.7.9)

185 Rabbets, bevels, or astragals are required at the meeting edges and stops are required at the head and

sides of the door frames

N/A (18.3.7.8) (18.3.7.11) (18.3.7.11)

186 Positive latching door hardware is not required for doors installed across

corridors

N/A (18.3.7.8) (18.3.7.10) (18.3.7.10)




187 Duct penetrations of smoke compartment walls must be protected

by smoke dampers.

(716.5.5) (8.3.5.1) (8.5.5.2) (8.5.5.2)

188 Smoke dampers are not required in smoke barriers where steel duct

openings are limited to one compartment

(716.5.5) (8.3.5.1Exception 3)

(8.5.5.3) (8.5.5.3)

189 Smoke dampers are not required in smoke barriers with fully ducted

HVAC systems.

N/A (18.3.7.3Exception 3)

(18.3.7.3(2)) (18.3.7.3(2))

190 Means of Egress Lighting191 Minimum illumination at the walking

surface level1 foot-candle

(1006.2)1 foot-candle

(7.8.1.3)1 foot-candle

(7.8.1.3(2))1 foot-candle

(7.8.1.3(2))

192 Emergency Lighting193 Separate source of emergency power

is required. Must be automatically actuated if normal power is

interrupted.

(1006.3.) (7.9.2.1/7.9.2.2/18.2.9.2) (7.9.2.1/7.9.2.3/18.2.9.2) (7.9.2.1/7.9.2.3/18.2.9.2)

194 Duration 90 minutes(1006.3)

90 minutes(7.9.2.1)

90 minutes(7.9.2.1)

90 minutes(7.9.2.1)

195 Minimum illumination 1 foot-candle with point minimum of 0.1 foot-candle

(1006.3)At end of duration may drop to 0.6

foot-candle with a point minimum of 0.06 foot-candle

(1006.4)

1 foot-candle with point minimum of 0.1 foot-candle

(7.9.2.1)At end of duration may drop to 0.6


(7.9.2.1)




(7.9.2.1)




(7.9.2.1)

196 Exit Signs197 Required for every exit (1011.1) (7.10.1.2) (7.10.1.2.1) (7.10.1.2.1)198 Location Required to be placed such that no

point is more than 100 feet from the nearest visible sign

(1011.1)

Required to be placed such that no point is more than 100 feet from the

nearest visible sign(7.10.1.4)


nearest visible sign(7.10.1.5.2)



199 Illumination Minimum of 5 foot-candles.(1011.5.2)

Externally illuminated by not less than 5 foot-candles

(7.10.6.3)

Externally illuminated by not less than 5 foot-candles or internally

illuminated in accordance with UL 924 Standard for Emergency Lighting

and Power Equipment (7.10.6.3)

Externally illuminated by not less than 5 foot-candles or internally

illuminated in accordance with UL 924 Standard for Emergency Lighting

and Power Equipment (7.10.6.3)

200 Listing Shall be installed in accordance with its listing.(1011.4)

The face of a photoluminescent sign shall be continually illuminated while the building is occupied. Illumination

level shall be in accordance with its listing.

(7.10.7.2)



(7.10.7.2)



(7.10.7.2)

201 Emergency Power Shall be connected to an emergency power system

(1011.5.3)

Must be connected to an emergency electrical system in accordance with

the Electric Code.(7.10.4 )








202 Emergency Power Duration 90 minutes in case of primary power loss.

(1011.5.3)

90 minutes in case of primary power loss.

(7.9.2.1)


(7.9.2.1)


(7.9.2.1)

203 Tactile Exit Signs Required at each door to an egress stairway, exit passageway & exit

discharge.(1011.3)

Shall be provided at each exit door requiring an exit sign and comply

with ICC/ANSI A117.1(7.10.1.3)





204 Automatic Sprinkler Systems205 An automatic sprinkler system is

required to be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 13.

(903.3.1.1) (18.3.5.1) (18.3.5.1) (18.3.5.1)

206 Smoke compartments containing sleeping rooms must used listed quick

response sprinklers.

(903.3.2) (18.3.5.2) (18.3.5.6) Stated in Appendix 18.3.5.6 that residential sprinklers are considered acceptable in patient sleeping rooms even though not specifically listed for this purpose.

207 Sprinklers not required in clothes closets of patient sleeping rooms in

hospitals where the area of the closet does not exceed 6 sf, provided the distance from the spirnkler in the patient sleeping room to the back

wall of the closet does not exceed the maximum distance permitted by

NFPA 13

18.3.5.10

208 Fire Extinguisher209 Required in all health care

occupanciesIn accordance with fire code.

(906.1)(18.3.5.6) (18.3.5.11) (18.3.5.11)

210 Shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA

10.

-906.2 (9.7.4.1) (9.7.4.1) (9.7.4.1)

211 Fire Alarm212 A manual fire alarm system is

required and is required to be initiated by sprinkler system water flow alarms, detection devices, or

detection systems

(907.2.6) (18.3.4.1/18.3.4.2) (18.3.4.1/18.3.4.2.1) (18.3.4.1/18.3.4.2.1)

213 Automatic Fire Detection214 As required for open spaces to

corridorsProvide smoke detectors per Section

407.2.(907.2.6.2)

(18.3.6.1) (18.3.6.1) (18.3.6.1)

215 At smoke barrier doors and other fire-rated door openings where doors are

on hold open devices

N/A (18.2.2.2.6) (18.2.2.2.7) (18.2.2.2.7)

216 Special Features




217 Outside Window or Door N/A Every patient sleeping room shall have an outside window or door. The allowable sill height shall not exceed 36 inches above the floor.

(18.3.8)

Outside window is not required. Outside window is not required.

218 Emergency Power System Requirements

An on-site power generator system is required.(18.5.1.2

NFPA 99)


NFPA 99)


NFPA 99)

219 The emergency system is limited to circuits essential to life safety and

critical patient care and are designated the life safety branch and

critical branch(NFPA 99 3-4.2.2.2)

The emergency system is limited to circuits essential to life safety and


critical branch(NFPA 99 3-4.4.2.2.2.1)



critical branch(NFPA 99 3-4.4.2.2.2.1)

220 Laboratories in Health care Occupancies

Must be below exempt amount per Table 307.1(1) & (2)(307.1, Exception 1)

Total volume of Class I, II and IIIA liquids outside of approved storage

cabinets and safety cans shall not exceed 1 gal per 100 sf.

(NFPA 99: 10-7.2.2)



(NFPA 99:11-7.2.3.1)



(NFPA 99:11-7.2.3.1)

221 N/A At least one approved flammable or combustible liquid storage room shall

be available within any health care facility regularly maintaining a

reserve storage capacity of in excess of 300 gal

(NFPA 99: 10-7.2.2)

At least one approved flammable or combustible liquid storage room shall



(NFPA 99: 11-7.2.3.4)

At least one approved flammable or combustible liquid storage room shall



(NFPA 99: 11-7.2.3.4)

222 N/A Flammable gas cylinder storage for a laboratory shall be separated from

the health care facility.2 hours

(NFPA 99: 10-10.2.2)

Flammable gas cylinder storage for a laboratory shall be separated from


(NFPA 99: 11-10.2.2)



(NFPA 99: 11-10.2.2)

223 N/A Rooms or enclosures for storage of gas cylinders shall be well ventilated

(NFPA 99:10-10.2.3)

Rooms or enclosures for storage of gas cylinders shall be well ventilated

(NFPA 99: 11-10.3.2)


(NFPA 99: 11-10.3.2)

224 Total quantity and size of cylinders shall comply with Table 8-1 of NFPA

45.(NFPA 99: 10-10.3)

Total quantity and size of cylinders shall comply with Table 8-1 of NFPA

45.(NFPA 99: 11-10.3)

Total quantity and size of cylinders shall comply with Table 8-1 of NFPA

45.(NFPA 99: 11-10.3)

225 Medical Gas Storage226 N/A Oxidizing gases such as oxygen and

nitrous oxide shall not be stored with any flammable gas, liquid or vapor,

(NFPA 99: 8-3.1.11.2)

Oxidizing gases such as oxygen and nitrous oxide shall not be stored with any flammable gas, liquid or vapor,

(NFPA 99: 9.4.1)

Oxidizing gases such as oxygen and nitrous oxide shall not be stored with any flammable gas, liquid or vapor,

(NFPA 99: 9.4.1)




227 N/A Oxidizing gases shall be separated from combustible or incompatible

materials by a minimum of 20 feet or 5 feet if the storage area is provided

with automatic sprinklers.(NFPA 99: 8-3.1.11.2)

Oxidizing gases shall be separated from combustible or incompatible


with automatic sprinklers.(NFPA 99: 9.4.1)




228 Alcohol Based Hand Rub (ABHR) Dispensers

N/A The corridor width is 6 feet or greater and dispensers are at least 4 feet apart

(Joint Commission)

The corridor width is 6 feet or greater and dispensers are at least 4 feet apart

(18.3.2.6(1))

The corridor width is 6 feet or greater (18.3.2.6(1))

229 N/A The dispensers shall not be installed over or directly adjacent to electrical outlets and switches. “Adjacent” is defined as being no closer than 6

inches from the center of the dispenser to either side.

(Joint Commission)

The dispensers shall not be installed over or directly adjacent to electrical outlets and switches. “Adjacent” is defined as being no closer than 1

inches from each side of the dispenser.

(18.3.2.6(7))

The dispensers shall not be installed over or directly adjacent to electrical outlets and switches. “Adjacent” is defined as being no closer than 1

inches from each side of the dispenser.

(18.3.2.6(8))

230 N/A In locations with carpeted floor coverings, dispensers installed

directly over carpeted surfaces are permitted only in sprinklered smoke

compartments.(Joint Commission)

In locations with carpeted floor coverings, dispensers installed


compartments.(18.3.2.6(8))




231 N/A Each smoke compartment may contain a maximum aggregate of 10

gallons (37.8 liters) of ABHR product in dispensers and a maximum of 5

gallons (18.9 liters) in storage.(Joint Commission)

Each smoke compartment may contain a maximum aggregate of 10


gallons (18.9 liters) in storage.(18.3.2.6(5&6))



gallons (18.9 liters) in storage.(18.3.2.6(6&7))

One dispenser complying with # 2 or 3 of 18.3.2.6 (dispensers specific for

rooms) per room shall not be included in the aggregated quantity

addressed in #5.

232 N/A The maximum individual dispenser fluid capacity is 1.2 liters for

dispensers in rooms, corridors, and areas open to corridors.

(Joint Commission)

The maximum individual dispenser fluid capacity is 1.2 liters for


(18.3.2.6(2a))



(18.3.2.6(2a))

233 N/A The maximum individual dispensers in suites of rooms is 2.0 liters

(Joint Commission)

The maximum individual dispensers in suites of rooms is 2.0 liters

(18.3.2.6(2b))


(18.3.2.6(2b))




234 Cooking Facilities Residential cooking equipment used for food warming or limited

cooking not required to be protected as a hazardous area.

(18.3.2.5.2)Where protected in accordance with 9.2.3 cooking equipment area shall

not be considered hazardous. Should be separated from corridor.

(18.3.2.5.5)

Within a smoke compartment cooking equipment used to serve 30

or fewer persons may be:- Located in a space not a sleeping

room separated from adjoining areas by partitions complying with 18.2.6.2 - 18.3.6.5 and complies with

1 through 10 listed below.- Located and permitted to be open

to a corridor provided that 1 through 11 are met.




235 1) portion of healthcare facility served by cooking facility is limited to 30 beds and separated from other portions of the facility by a smoke

barrier. 2) cooktop or range is equipped

with a range hood with a minimum width equal to width of cooking

surface with grease baffles or other grease collecting and clean out

capability. 3) Hood systems provided with a

minimum airflow of 500 cfm4) hood systems that are no ducted to the exterior additionaly have a

charcoal filter to remove smoke and odor.

5) cooktop or range is protected with a fire suppression system listed in accordance with UL 300 and meets

all requirements of UL 300A. Should be provided with a manual

release




236 extinguishing system in accordance with NFPA 96 and an interlock to

turn off all fuel sources and electrical power when suppression

system is activated. 6) Solid fuel for the use of cooking

is not permitted7) Deep fat frying is not permitted8) Portable fire extinguishers shall

be provided in all kitchen areas9) A locked switch, or located within

a restricted location, shall be provided that can deactivate the cooking equipment whenever

kitchen is not under staff supervision, can be set on a timer

that deactivates cooking equipment regardless of staff action. Timer

shall not exceed 120 minutes. 10) Procedures for the use,

inspection, testing, and maintenance of cooking equipment shall be in

accordance with NFPA 96 and manufacturer's instructions.

237 11) Not less than two AC-powered photoelectrick smoke alarms to be

provided, interconnected, equipped with a silence feature and in

accordance with NFPA 72. To be located not closer than 20ft from cooking equipment. No smoke

detector shall be located less than 20 ft from cooking equipment.

(18.3.2.5.2)




238 FirePlaces Vent gas fireplaces are permitted in smoke compartments containing

sleeping areas provided that:1) all devices are installed,

maintained, and used in accordance with 9.2.2

2) No direct device is located within a patient sleeping room

3) Smoke compartment where fireplace is located is protected by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system with listed quick-response or residential sprinklers.4) Direct vent fireplace includes a sealed glass fron with a wire mesh

panel or screen.5) controls for direct vent fireplace

are locked or located within restricted area.

6) electrically supervised carbon monoxide detection in accordance with Section 9.8 provided in room

fireplace is present. (18.5.2.3)

239 Solid fuel burning fireplaces are permitted in areas other than

patient sleeping areas provided criteria a through c of 18.5.2.3 (3) is met and an electrically supervised carbon monoxide detection system

in accordance with Section 9.8 is provided within the room.

(18.5.2.3)

240 Fire Service Features 241 Access to Roof Stairway access shall be provided

unless roof slope is greater than 4:12 (33.3% slope)

(1009.11)

N/A N/A N/A

242 Pedestrian Walkways and Tunnels

243 Construction must be noncombustible.

(3104.3) N/A N/A N/A

244 Fire Barriers between pedestrian walkways

2 hours(3104.5)

N/A N/A N/A




245 NOTE: There are 4 exceptions which may exempt a walkway from requiring 2-hour fire barriers.

(3104.5)

N/A N/A N/A

246 Public Way The exit discharge shall provide a direct and unobstructed access to a

public way(1027.6)

Every smokeproof enclosure shall discharge into a public way

(7.2.3.5)


(7.2.3.5)


(7.2.3.5)

247 Egress Access must be available at all times for pedestrian walkways used as

egress.(3104.7)

N/A N/A N/A

248 Width Min. 36"Max. 30 feet

(3104.8)

N/A N/A N/A

249 Exit Access Travel Distance 200 feetExceptions:

1. With NFPA 13 sprinkler - 250 feet2. Open both sides at least 50% - 300

feet3. Open on both sides 50% & NFPA

13 sprinkler system - 400 feet(3104.9)

N/A N/A N/A

250 Tunneled Walkway

251 Separation SeparationSeparation between tunneled

walkways and the attached buildings must be at least 2- hour fire resistant construction with openings protected

per T. 715.4(3104.10)

N/A N/A N/A

252 Elevators253 Hoistway enclosure Enclosure protection per Section 708

(3002.1)N/A N/A N/A

254 Number of elevators per hoistway 4(3002.2)

N/A N/A N/A

255 Emergency signs Required(3002.3)

N/A N/A N/A

256 Prohibited doors Additional doors at point of access must be readily openable form the car

side (3002.6)

N/A N/A N/A

257 Common enclosure with stair Prohibited(3002.7)

N/A N/A N/A

258 Emergency Operations (3003) N/A N/A N/A259 Hoistway venting (3004) N/A N/A N/A




260 Machine Rooms (3306) 261 Machine Room Access (3006.1) N/A N/A N/A262 Machine Room Venting Independent venting required for

solid-state equipment.(3006.2)

N/A N/A N/A

263 Machine Room Pressurization Required if hoistway is pressurized via activation of a heat or smoke

detector in the machine (3006.3)

N/A N/A N/A

264 Shunt trip Required where protected by fire sprinkler system per NFPA 72 Section

6.16.4(3006.5)

N/A N/A N/A


CODE SUMMARY HEALTH CARE EXISTING BUILDINGS

This code summary is based on the following codes:• 2000 Edition NFPA 101, The Life Safety Code (LSC), as adopted by The Joint Commission and CMS• 2009 Edition NFPA 101• 2012 Edition NFPA 101 (Based on proposed changes outlined in the ROC ballot results. Additional changes may be needed in July, 2011 after

membership vote is finalized.)• 2009 Edition International Existing Building Code• 1999 Edition of NFPA 99, Standard for Health care Facilities as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2005 Edition of NFPA 99, Standard for Health care Facilities as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101• 1998 Edition of NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2007 Edition of NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101• 1999 Edition of NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Automatic Sprinkler Systems as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2007 Edition of NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Automatic Sprinkler Systems as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101• 2000 Edition of NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipes and Hose Systems as referenced by 2000 NFPA 101• 2007 Edition of NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipes and Hose Systems as referenced by 2009 NFPA 101

This code summary is based on the following assumptions:• The building is designated as Healthcare/I-2.• The building is protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system using quick response sprinklers.• The building is four stories (non-highrise).• Addresses code requirements for an Existing Health Care Occupancy only. • The building is undergoing Level 3 alteration for the International Existing Building Code (work area >50% of aggregate area)


Code Category Component / Requirement2009 Edition International Fire

Code 2000 Edition NFPA 101 LSC 2009 Edition NFPA 101 LSC 2012 Edition NFPA 101 LSC

1 Occupancy 2 Occupancy Classification Group I-2

(202)Health care



(6.1.5.1)3 Construction Type4 Minimum Construction Type N/A Type II (222)

(Table 19.1.6.2)Type II (222)

(Table 19.1.6.1)Type II (222)

(Table 19.1.6.1)5 Height and Area Limits6 Maximum Height Allowed N/A N/A N/A N/A7 Allowable Area N/A N/A N/A N/A8 Maximum Number of Stories N/A Unlimited - 4 or more

(Table 19.1.6.2)4 Stories

(Table 19.1.6.1)4 Stories

Basements shall not be considred a story

(Table 19.1.6.1)

9 Fire-Resistance Ratings of Exterior Walls

10 Distance to Lot Line or Imaginary Line

N/A N/A N/A N/A

11 Specific Occupancy Requirements for Group I-2

12 Corridors in I-2 N/A Corridors shall be separated from all other areas by partitions complying with 19.3.6.2 through

19.3.6.5 unless otherwise permitted (19.3.6.1)

Corridors shall be separated from all other areas by partitions complying with 19.3.6.2 through

19.3.6.5 unless otherwise permitted (19.3.6.1)



13 Unlimited Areas Spaces off Corridors

N/A Spaces shall be permitted to be unlimtied in area and open to

the corridor, provided that sections 19.3.6.1(1)(a) through

19.3.6.1(1)(d) are met(19.3.6.1(1))

Spaces shall be permitted to be unlimtied in area and open to

the corridor, provided that compartments are sprinklered

and comply with Sections 19.3.6.1(1)(a) through 19.3.6.1(1)(d) are met

(19.3.6.1(1))

Spaces shall be permitted to be unlimtied in area and open to the

corridor, provided that compartments are sprinklered and comply with Sections 19.3.6.1(1)(a)

through 19.3.6.1(1)(d) are met(19.3.6.1(1))

14 Nurses' Stations off Corridors N/A Nurse stations do not need to be separated

(19.3.6.1(3))


(19.3.6.1(3))


(19.3.6.1(3))

15 Mental Health Treatment (Areas Open to Corridors)

N/A N/A N/A N/A

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16 Smoke Compartments: N/A Buildings containing health care facilities shall be subdivided by

smoke barriers.(19.3.7.1 to 19.3.7.8)

Stories containing health care facilitiy sleeping rooms with a

capacity for more than 30 patients shall be subdivided by

smoke barriers.(19.3.7.1 to 19.3.7.10)

Stories containing health care facilitiy sleeping rooms with a

capacity for more than 30 patients shall be subdivided by smoke

barriers.(19.3.7.1 to 19.3.7.10)

17 Smoke Compartment Size N/A Compartment sizes may not exceed 22,500 s.f. and the travel

distance from any point in a smoke compartment to a smoke barrier door may not exceed 200

feet. Smoke barriers must comply with Section 8.3 and be

no less than 1 hour rated(19.3.7.1 and 19.3.7.3)

Compartment sizes may not exceed 22,500 s.f. and the travel

distance from any point in a smoke compartment to a smoke barrier door may not exceed 200 feet. If the length and width of

the corridor is less than 150 feet, the travel distance is unlimited.

Smoke barriers must comply with Section 8.5 and be no less

than 1/2 hour rated(19.3.7.1 through 19.3.7.3)


from any point in a smoke compartment to a smoke barrier

door may not exceed 200 feet. If the length and width of the corridor is

less than 150 feet, the travel distance is unlimited. Smoke barriers must comply with Section 8.5 and be no

less than 1/2 hour rated(19.3.7.1 through 19.3.7.3)

18 Smoke Compartment Refuge Area

N/A Provide at least 30 net sq. feet per patient within corridors,

patient rooms, lounge or dining , other low hazard areas on each

side of the smoke barrier. (19.3.7.4)

Provide at least 30 net sq. feet per patient within corridors,

patient rooms, lounge or dining , other low hazard areas on each

side of the smoke barrier. (19.3.7.5.1)




19 N/A For floors not housing bed or litter patients , provide 6 net

square feet per occupant on each side of smoke barrier for the total number of occupants in

adjoining smoke compartments. (19.3.7.4)

For floors not housing bed or litter patients , provide 6 net

square feet per occupant on each side of smoke barrier for the total number of occupants in

adjoining smoke compartments. (19.3.7.5.2)

For floors not housing bed or litter patients , provide 6 net square feet per occupant on each side of smoke

barrier for the total number of occupants in adjoining smoke






20 Smoke Compartment Independent Egress

N/A Not less than two exits of the types described in 19.2.2.2 through 19.2.2.10 shall be

accessible from each smoke compartment(s) and shall not


(19.2.4.3)

Not less than two exits shall be accessible from each smoke

compartment(s) and shall not require return through the compartment of fire origin.

(19.2.4.3)

Not less than two exits shall be accessible from each smoke

compartment(s) and shall not require return through the compartment of fire origin.

(19.2.4.3)

21 Smoke Compartment Sprinkler System

N/A Listed quick-response or listed residential sprinklers shall be

used throughout smoke compartments containing

patient sleeping areas(19.3.5.3(4) - See Appendix)

Listed quick-response or listed residential sprinklers shall be

used throughout smoke compartments containing

patient sleeping areas(19.3.5.8(5) - See Appendix)


(19.3.5.8(5) - See Appendix)





22 Fire Resistive Requirements

23 Corridors Corridors serving an occupant load greater than 30 and the

opening therein shall resist the passage of smoke unless:

1. corridors are protected by an approved sprinkler system

2. Patient rooms with doors in the corridor are provided with smoke barriers in accordance

with the IBC3. Corridors are in accordance

with the IBC.(4604.18)




24 Smoke Barriers N/A 1/2-hour smoke barrier(19.3.7.3)

1/2-hour smoke barrier(19.3.7.3)

1/2-hour smoke barrier(19.3.7.3)

25 Smoke Barriers N/A Smoke barriers must be continuous from wall to wall, barrier to barrier, or from floor to floor and through concealed

spaces.(8.3.2)

Smoke barriers must be continuous from wall to wall, barrier to barrier, or from floor to floor and through concealed

spaces.(8.5.2)



26 Shaft Enclosures(Connecting 4 or More Stories)

Vertical Openings protecting 2 or more stories must be

protected with 1-hour rated construction

(4603 3 1)

2-hour fire barrier (8.2.5.4(1))



27 Shaft Enclosures(Connecting 3 Stories or Less)



(4603 3 1)

1/2-hour fire barrier Connecting up to 3 stories (8.2.5.4(2))

1/2-hour fire barrier Connecting up to 3 stories

(8.6.5(3))

1/2-hour fire barrier Connecting up to 3 stories (8.6.5(3))

28 Exit Stair Enclosures(Connecting 4 or more Stories)



(4603 3 1)

2-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(b))

1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(2a/b))

1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(2a/b))

29 Exit Stair Enclosures(Connecting 3 Stories or Less)



(4603 3 1)

1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(a)) 1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(1)) 1-hour fire barrier (7.1.3.2.1(1))





30 Exit Passageways N/A Fire barrier with same rating as that for the exit stair enclosure

that it serves. (7.2.6.2)

Fire barrier with same rating as that for the exit stair enclosure

that it serves. (7.2.6.2)


serves. (7.2.6.2)

31 Horizontal Exit wall N/A 2-hour fire barrier and barrier must continue to grade level

unless all stairs discharge directly to outside and floor with horizontal exit does not have an unprotected vertical

opening. (7.2.4.3.1)

2-hour fire barrier must continue to grade level unless all stairs discharge directly to

outside and floor with horizontal exit does not have an

unprotected vertical opening. (7.2.4.3.1 and 7.2.4.3.3)

2-hour fire barrier must continue to grade level unless all stairs

discharge directly to outside and floor with horizontal exit does not

have an unprotected vertical opening.

(7.2.4.3.1 and 7.2.4.3.3)

32 Horizontal Exit Opening Protection (doors)

N/A 1- 1/2 hours (8.2.3.2.3)

1- 1/2 hours (Table 8.3.4.2)

1- 1/2 hours (Table 8.3.4.2)

33 Permitted Unprotected Floor Openings.

( Unless permitted by the code all floor openings to be

protected as noted above for a shaft.)(711)

N/A Communicating space is permitted by 18.3.1.1

Unprotected floor openings permitted provided:

1. Conects no more than 2 adjacent stories

2. Is separated from floor opening serving other floors3. Separated from corridors

4. Shall not serve as a required means of egress

(8.2.5.5)

Permitted provided the following:

1. Connects no more than two adjacent floors

2. Is separated from floor openings serving other floors 3. Opening is separated from

corridors 4. Convenience openings shall be separated from by a smoke

partition.4. Opening is not part of a

required exit path. (8.6.8.2)







34 Horizontal Assemblies N/A N/A N/A N/A

35 Horizontal Assemblies(Fire Resistive Rating)

N/A N/A N/A N/A

36 Exterior Walls N/A N/A N/A N/A

37 Elevator Lobbies N/A Every floor served by the elevator shall have an elevator lobby and form a 1-hour barrier

in accordance with 8.3(7.2.13.3)

Every floor served by the elevator shall have an elevator lobby and form a 1-hour barrier

in accordance with 8.5(7.2.13.3)

Every floor served by the elevator shall have an elevator lobby and

form a 1-hour barrier in accordance with 8.5(7.2.13.3)

38 Fire-Resistance Ratings of Structural Members

N/A N/A N/A N/A





39 Ducts and Air Transfer Openings

N/A Smoke dampers shall not be required in duct penetrations of smoke barriers in fully ducted

heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems.

(19.3.7.3(2))

Smoke dampers shall not be required in duct penetrations of smoke barriers in fully ducted


(19.3.7.3(2))

Smoke dampers shall not be required in duct penetrations of smoke barriers in fully ducted


(19.3.7.3(2))

40 Escalators connecting four or fewer stories

Escalator openings connecting four or fewer stories shall be protected by 1-hour fire rated construction or an automatic

sprinkler system in accordance with 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. If a sprinkler system is chosen, a

draft curtain shall be installed and the sprinkler will be closely

spaced(4603.3.6)





41 Opening Protectives N/A42 Corridor Doors- Group I-2 Opening protection is not

required in corridors protected throughout by an approved

sprinkler system(4604.18.1(4))

Doors protecting corridor openings shall be constructed to resist the passage of smoke the resist fire for not less than 20

minutes. Bottom clearence shall not exceede 1 inch. Doors shall

have positive latching hardware. Existing roller latches

that can keep the door closed against 5lbf can be used.

(19.3.6.3.1 through 19.3.6.3.6)

Doors protecting corridor openings shall be constructed to

resist the passage of smoke. Bottom clearence shall not exceede 1 inch. Doors shall

have positive latching hardware. Existing roller latches

that can keep the door closed against 5lbf can be used.

(19.3.6.3.1 through 19.3.6.3.6)

Doors protecting corridor openings shall be constructed to resist the

passage of smoke. Bottom clearence shall not exceede 1 inch. Doors shall

have positive latching hardware. Existing roller latches that can keep the door closed against 5lbf can be

used.(19.3.6.3.1 through 19.3.6.3.6)

43 2- hour Elevator Hoistways Vertical Openings protecting 2 or more stories must be


(4603 3 1)

1-1/2 hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

44 1- hour Elevator Hoistways Vertical Openings protecting 2 or more stories must be


(4603 3 1)

1-hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)






(4603 3 1)

1-1/2 hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)




(4603 3 1)

1-hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)



47 1/2-hour vertical shafts (including stairways, exits, and

chutes)



(4603 3 1)

No Requirement 1/3-hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1/3-hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

48 2- hour Fire Barriers N/A 1-1/2 hour(8.2.3.2.3.1)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

49 1- hour Fire Barriers N/A 45 minutes(8.2.3.2.3.1)



50 1/2-hour Fire Barriers N/A ? 1/3-hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1/3-hour(Table 8.3.4.2)





51 2- hour Horizontal Exits N/A 1-1/2 hour(7.2.4.3.2 and 8.2.3.2.3)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1-1/2 hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

52 Smoke Barriers N/A 20 minutes(8.2.3.2.3.1)



53 Smoke Partition N/A ? 1/3-hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

1/3-hour(Table 8.3.4.2)

54 Fire Window Assembly N/A 8.2.3.2.2 8.3.3.1 8.3.3.1





55 Occupancy Separations N/A

56 Non-separated Uses N/A Occupancy separation is not required when the entire building meets the most

restrictive requirements of each individual occupancy.

(A3.3.134.10 and 6.1.14.2)

Occupancy separation is not required when the entire building meets the most

restrictive requirements of each individual occupancy.

(6.1.14.3.2)

Occupancy separation is not required when the entire building

meets the most restrictive requirements of each individual

occupancy.(6.1.14.3.2)

57 Boiler and fuel-fired heater rooms

N/A 1 hour (Table 19.3.2.1)

1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system

(19.3.2.1)


(19.3.2.1)

58 Central/bulk laundries more than 100 sf

N/A 1 hour Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system

(Table 19.3.2.1)


(19.3.2.1)


(19.3.2.1)

59 Laboratories employing flammable or combustible

materials in quantities less than that which would be considered

severe.

N/A Smoke tight and self-closing (19.3.2.1)


and smoke partitions(19.3.2.1 and 19.3.2.1.2)

1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system and smoke

partitions(19.3.2.1 and 19.3.2.1.2)

60 Laboratories that use hazardous materials that would cause

classification as a severe hazard in accordance with NFPA 99

"Standard for Health Care Facilities"

N/A (19.3.2.2) (19.3.2.2) (19.3.2.2)

61 Paint Shops 1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system

and smoke partitions(19.3.2.1)




partitions(19.3.2.1 and 19.3.2.1.2)

62 Physical Plant Maintenance shops

N/A N/A N/A N/A

63 Soiled Linen Room N/A 1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system


Quantity of linen volume must exceed 64 gallons to require 1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic

extinguishing system and smoke partition(19.3.2.1)

Quantity of linen volume must exceed 64 gallons to require 1-Hour

Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system and smoke

partition(19.3.2.1)





64 Waste/trash collection N/A 1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system


Quantity of trash volume must exceed 64 gallons to require 1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic

extinguishing system and smoke partition(19.3.2.1)

Quantity of trash volume must exceed 64 gallons to require 1-Hour

Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system and smoke

partition(19.3.2.1)

65 Refuse(waste) & Laundry Chutes

N/A See Section 9.5Chute charging or discharging room require max 1-hour fire

rating.Enclosed by walls or partitions

in accordance with 8.2. Inlet openings in accordance with 8.2.

Installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 82:

Standard on Incinerators and Waste Linen Handling Systems

and Equipment.(9.5 and 19.5.4)

Existing chutes that open directly to a corridor shall be

permanently sealed to prevent further use by fire resistive

construction or a 1-hour fire door shall be installed. Chute must be protected by sprinkler

system. Any flue-fed incinerators shall be sealed by fire resistive construction to

prevent further use. Shall comply with NFPA 82

(19.5.4)

Existing chutes that open directly to a corridor shall be permanently

sealed to prevent further use by fire resistive construction or a 1-hour fire door shall be installed. Chute

must be protected by sprinkler system. Any flue-fed incinerators

shall be sealed by fire resistive construction to prevent further use.

Shall comply with NFPA 82. (19.5.4)

66 N/A Any trash chute chute shall discharge into a trash collection room used for no ther purpose

and protected in accordance with section 8.4

(19.5.4.3)

Any trash chute chute shall discharge into a trash collection room used for no ther purpose

and protected in accordance with section 8.4

(19.5.4.4)

Existing laundry chutes may discharge into same room as

rubbish discharge chutes provided discharge room is protected by

automatic sprinklers.

67 Storage rooms greater than 50 sf of combustible materials

N/A 1-Hour Fire Barrier or automatic extinguishing system





partitions(19.3.2.1 and 19.3.2.1.2)

68 Gift shops less than 500 sf and not considered hazardous

N/A No separation required. (19.3.2.5)

No separation required from corridor required.

(19.3.6.1(4))

No separation required from corridor required.

(19.3.6.1(4))

69 Gift shops more than 500 sf and not considered hazardous

N/A Separated from the corridor by non fire rated walls. Must be protected by sprinkler system

(19.3.2.5)


(19.3.6.1)


(19.3.6.1)

70 Gift shops with combustible loading considered hazardous

N/A 1 hour (8.4.1.1)

1 hour barrier or automatic extinguishing system

(8.7.1)

1 hour barrier or automatic extinguishing system

(8.7.1)





71 Non-flammable gas storage including oxidizers

N/A 1 hour (NFPA 99:4-3.1..1.2(a)2)

1 hour (NFPA 99:4-5.1.3.3.2(4))

1 hour (NFPA 99:4-5.1.3.3.2(4))

72 Electrical rooms with transformers greater than 112.5

k

N/A 1 hour (NFPA 70-2005:450.21(b))

1 hour (NFPA 70-2005:450.21(b))

1 hour (NFPA 70-2005:450.21(b))

73 Generator Rooms N/A Emergency Power 7.2.3.12 One hour separation and two hour

fuel supply

Emergency Power 7.2.3.12 One hour separation and two hour

fuel supply


74 Interior Finish Maximum Flame Spread

75 Interior Wall & Finish Systems N/A May comply with NFPA 355 or 286

(10.2.3)


(10.2.3)


(10.2.3)

76 Interior Wall Finish Based on Group I-2

N/A Permitted throughout if Class A or B and compliant with 10.2.3

in corridor separated rooms(19.3.3.2)

Permitted throughout if Class A or B and compliant with 10.2 in

corridor separated rooms(19.3.3.2)

Permitted throughout if Class A or B and compliant with 10.2 in corridor

separated rooms(19.3.3.2)

77 Maximum smoke developed N/A 0-450(Table A.10.2.2)

0-450(Table A.10.2.2)

0-450(Table A.10.2.2)

78 Maximum flame spread for vertical exitways, access

corridors, other exits, rooms and enclosed spaces, textile wall

coverings

N/A Class A: 0-25Class B: 26-75

Class C: 76-200(Table A.10.2.2)


Class C: 76-200(Table A.10.2.2)


Class C: 76-200(Table A.10.2.2)

79 Textiles(Wall & Ceiling Finish)

N/A See 10.2.4.1 See 10.2.4.1 See 10.2.4.1

80 Interior Floor Finish N/A No Requirement(19.3.3.3)



81 Helistops N/A82 Size N/A N/A N/A N/A83 Design N/A N/A N/A N/A84 Means of egress N/A N/A N/A N/A85 Rooftop N/A N/A N/A N/A86 Exit Capacity87 Stairways 0.3 inches per occupant

(Table 4604.7)0.3 inches per occupant



(Table 7.3.3.1)88 Other egress components 0.3 inches per occupant

(Table 4604.7)0.2 inches per occupant (Table

7.3.3.1)0.2 inches per occupant (Table

7.3.3.1)0.2 inches per occupant (Table

7.3.3.1)89 Occupant Load Factors





90 Office N/A 100 sf / occupant. (Table 7.3.1.2)

100 sf / occupant. (Table 7.3.1.2)

100 sf / occupant. (Table 7.3.1.2)

91 Conference & Seminar Rooms N/A 15 sq. ft/ occupant(Table 7.3.1.2)



92 Inpatient treatment areas N/A 240 sf /occupant (Table 7.3.1.2)



93 Outpatient areas N/A 100 sf / occupant (Table 7.3.1.2)



94 Storage & Mechanical Spaces N/A 300 sf/occupant(Table 7.3.1.2)

Anticipated Occupancy 42.1.7 Anticipated Occupancy 42.1.7

95 Sleeping Areas N/A 120 sf / occupant(Table 7.3.1.3)



96 Locker Rooms N/A 50 sf / occupant(Table 7.3.1.4)



97 Kitchen N/A 100 sf / occupant(Table 7.3.1.5)



98 Minimum Number of Exits99 1-500 occupants N/A 2 exits

(7.4.1.1)2 exits

(7.4.1.1)2 exits

(7.4.1.1)100 501-1,000 occupants N/A 3 exits

(7.4.1.2(1))3 exits

(7.4.1.2(1))3 exits

(7.4.1.2(1))101 Greater than 1,000 occupants N/A 4 exits

(7.4.1.2(2))4 exits

(7.4.1.2(2))4 exits

(7.4.1.2(2))102 Patient sleeping rooms or suites

that include patient sleeping rooms more than 1,000 sf in area

N/A 2 exits (19.2.5.2)

2 exits (19.2.5.5.1)

2 exits (19.2.5.5.1)

103 Any room or suite of rooms, other than patient sleeping

rooms, more than 2,500 sf in area

N/A 2 exits (19.2.5.3)

2 exits (19.2.5.5.2)

2 exits (19.2.5.5.2)

104 Each smoke compartment N/A 2 exits (19.2.4.3)

2 exits (19.2.4.3)

2 exits (19.2.4.4)

105 Every habitable room must have an exit access door leading directly to an exit corridor,

unless otherwise permitted by exceptions

N/A (19.2.5.1) (19.2.5.6.1) (19.2.5.6.1)





106 Exit Access from a patient sleeping room with not more

than 8 beds shall be permitted to pass through one intervening room to reach an exit access corridor, provided there is

automatic smoke detection or the arrangements of furniture is

unlikely to cause a fully developed fire.

N/A (19.2.5.1(2)) (19.2.5.6.2) (19.2.5.6.2)

107 Location of Exits108 Two or more exits or exit access

doors required from an area No requirement for sprinklered non-sleeping unit rooms. If a

patient sleeping room or suite is over 1000 sq feet, no less than

two exits are required placed a distance apart equal to no less than 1/3 the total horizontal

distance of the room.(Table 4604.18.2)

If existing buildings where more than one exit exists, such exit discharges shall be remotely

located from each other and be arranged to minimize the

possibility that more than one exit can be blocked by the same

same fire or emergency condition.

(7.5.1.3)

If existing buildings where more than one exit exists, such exit discharges shall be remotely

located from each other and be arranged to minimize the

possibility that more than one exit can be blocked by the same

same fire or emergency condition.(7.5.1.3.1)

If existing buildings where more than one exit exists, such exit

discharges shall be remotely located from each other and be arranged to minimize the possibility that more than one exit can be blocked by the

same same fire or emergency condition.(7.5.1.3.1)

109 Dead ends No Requirement(Table 4604.18.2)

Maximum of 30 feet. Existing corridors can extend further

than 30 feet if it is unfeasible to alter them.(19.2.5.10)

Maximum of 30 feet. Existing corridors can extend further

than 30 feet if it is unfeasible to alter them.(19.2.5.2)

Maximum of 30 feet. Existing corridors can extend further than 30 feet if it is unfeasible to alter them.

(19.2.5.2)





110 Suites 240 sf / occupant. (Table 1004.1.1)

111 Suites of sleeping rooms N/A Shall not exceed 5,000 sf(19.2.5.6)

Shall not exceed 5,000 sf(19.2.5.7.2.3(A))

Shall not exceed 5,000 sf

Shall not exceed 7,500 sf where protected by approved, electrically supervised sprinkler system and

complete coverage smoke detection.

Suites greater than 7,500 sf and not exceeding 10,000 sf is allowed

when direct visual supervision and automactic smoke detection in

common areas is provided.19.2.5.7.2.3

112 Suites of sleeping rooms N/A Shall not exceed 7,500 sf if in direct visual supervision, have total smoke coverage, and total

sprinkler coverage.(19.2.5.7.2.3(B))

Shall not exceed 7,500 sf if in direct visual supervision, have total smoke

coverage, and total sprinkler coverage.

(19.2.5.7.2.3(B))

113 Suites of rooms other than patient sleeping rooms

N/A Shall not exceed 10,000 sf(19.2.5.7)



114 Hazardous areas within suites options

N/A N/A See 19.2.5.7.1.3 See 19.2.5.7.1.3

115 Intervening rooms other than patient sleeping rooms.

N/A One intervening room is allowed if the travel distance

within the suite to the exit access door does not exceed 100 feet and two intervening rooms are permitted where the travel distance to the exit access door

does not exceed 50 feet.(19.2.5.8)

One intervening room is allowed if the travel distance

within the suite to the exit access door does not exceed 100 feet and two intervening rooms are permitted where the travel distance to the exit access door

does not exceed 50 feet.(19.2.5.7.3.4(A))

One intervening room is allowed if the travel distance within the suite

to the exit access door does not exceed 100 feet and two intervening

rooms are permitted where the travel distance to the exit access

door does not exceed 50 feet.(19.2.5.7.3.4(A))





116 Intervening rooms for patient sleeping rooms.

N/A Exit access from a patient sleeping room with not more

than eight patient beds shall be permitted to pass through one

intervening room.(19.2.5.1(2))

Exit access from a patient sleeping room with not more

than eight patient beds shall be permitted to pass through one

intervening room that is covered by automatic smoke detection or

has minimal furnishings that could not produce a fully

developed fire.(19.2.5.6.2)


patient beds shall be permitted to pass through one intervening room that is covered by automatic smoke

detection or has minimal furnishings that could not produce a fully

developed fire.(19.2.5.6.2)

117 Special Nursing Suites N/A May have one intervening room where the arrangement allows for direct and constant visual

supervision by nursing personnel.

(19.2.5.1(3))

N/A

118 Egress into another suite N/A N/A A suite that requires two means of egress is premitted have one

means of egress to be into another suite, provided that the

separation between the suite complies with 19.3.6.2 through

19.3.6.5(19.2.5.7.2.2(C))

A suite that requires two means of egress is premitted have one means

of egress to be into another suite, provided that the separation

between the suite complies with 19.3.6.2 through 19.3.6.5

(19.2.5.7.2.2(C))

119 Exit Access from a Corridor N/A Every corridor shall provide access to at least two exits

without passing through any intervening rooms or spaces

other than corridors or lobbies.(19.2.5.9)

Every corridor shall provide access to at least two exits

without passing through any intervening rooms or spaces

other than corridors or lobbies.(19.2.5.4)


spaces other than corridors or lobbies.

(19.2.5.4)

120 Travel Distance121 General Egress Travel Distance122 Between any room door

required as an exit access and an exit

N/A Maximum 150 feet(19.2.6.2.1)

N/A N/A

123 Between any point in a room and an exit

200 feet(Table 4604.18.2(note c)

Maximum 200 feet(19.2.6.2.2)

Maximum 200 feet(19.2.6.2.1 and 19.2.6.2.2)

Maximum 200 feet(19.2.6.2.1 and 19.2.6.2.2)

124 Between any point in a health care sleeping room and an exit

access door in that room

Maximum 50 feet to exit access door in a room.

(Table 4604.18.2(note c)

Maximum 50 feet(19.2.6.2.3)

Maximum 50 feet (19.2.6.2.3)

Maximum 50 feet (19.2.6.2.3)





125 Between any point in a suite of sleeping rooms and an exit

access door of that suite

Maximum 100 feet(Table 4604.18.2(note c)

Maximum 100 feet(19.2.6.2.4)

Maximum 100 feet(19.2.5.7.2.4(A))

Maximum 100 feet(19.2.5.7.2.4(A))

126 Between any point in a sleeping suite and an exit

Maximum 200 feet(Table 4604.18.2(note c)

N/A Maximum 200 feet(19.2.5.7.2.4(B))

Maximum 200 feet(19.2.5.7.2.4(B))

127 Common Path of Travel No requirement for sprinklered non-sleeping unit rooms. If a

patient sleeping room or suite is over 1000 sq feet, no less than

two exits are required placed a distance apart equal to no less than 1/3 the total horizontal

distance of the room.(Table 4604.18.2)

N/A N/A N/A

128 Doors129 Minimum clear width serving

sleeping rooms, diagnostic and treatment rooms

41.5 inches(4604.8)

34 inches(19.2.3.5(1))

34 inches (19.2.3.7)

34 inches (19.2.3.7)

130 Minimum clear width all other areas

28 inches clear width (4604.8)

28 inches clear width (19.2.3.5(2))

28 inches clear width for doors not requiring evacuation of

beds, gurneys, or wheelchairs.(19.2.3.7)

28 inches clear width for doors not requiring evacuation of beds,

gurneys, or wheelchairs.(19.2.3.7)

131 Minimum Height 80 inches(4604.8)

84 inches(7.1.5(1))

84 inches (7.1.5.1)

84 inches (7.1.5.1)

132 Door SwingDoors should be of the side

hinged swinging type.

N/A Doors in the direction of egress7.2.1.4.1



133 Swing in direction of exit travel when serving high hazardous

area or serving an occupant load greater than 50.

N/A (7.2.1.4.2 and 7.2.1.4.3) (7.2.1.4.2) (7.2.1.4.2)

134 Exit door shall be openable from the inside without the use of key

locking device

N/A (7.2.1.5.1 / 19.2.2.2.4) (7.2.1.5.1 / 7.2.1.5.2 / 19.2.2.2.4) (7.2.1.5.1 / 7.2.1.5.2 / 19.2.2.2.4)

135 Bolt locks are generally prohibited except for storage or

equipment rooms.

N/A N/A N/A N/A





136 Horizontal Sliding doors are permitted to be a component of a means of egress when meeting

the following:

1. Power operated and capable of being operated manually in the event of power failure. 2. Operable by a simple method

form both sides without special knowledge or effort. 3. Force

required to operate is a maximum of 30 lbs to set door in

motion and 15 lbs to close or open to the required width. 4. Operable with a force not to exceed 15 lbs when a force of

250 lbs is applied perpendicular to the door adjacent to the

operating device. 5. If the door is required to be rated, it must

be self or automatic closing operated by smoke detection. 6. The door assembly must have an

integrated standby power supply. 7. The door assembly

power supply must be electronically supervised. 8. The door must open to the minimum

required width within 10 seconds after activation of the operating device. (1008.1.4.3)

(7.2.1.14 / 19.2.2.2.9) 1. Area served is not high hazard; 2. Door is readily operable from both sides

without special knowledge; 3. Force to set door in motion in

direction of travel is < 30 lbf and < 15 lbf to open to minimum

width or to close; 4. Doors to be fire rated are self- or auto-

closing based on smoke detection per NFPA 80; and 5.

Doors requried to latch are provided with a mechanism that will latch or eliminate potential

for rebound. (7.2.1.14 / 19.2.2.2.10.1 / 19.2.2.2.10.2)

(7.2.1.14 / 19.2.2.2.10.1 / 19.2.2.2.10.2)

137 integrated standby power supply. 7. The door assembly

power supply must be electronically supervised. 8. The door must open to the minimum

required width within 10 seconds after activation of the operating device. (1008.1.4.3)





138 Corridors139 Minimum width where

inpatients are moved on beds48 inches(19.2.3.3)

48 inches(19.2.3.4)

48 inches(19.2.3.4)

140 Projections permitted when corridor width is at least 6 ft

N/A Tentative Interim Amendment (2006 LSC)

6 inches from the corridor wall, above the handrail height, shall

be permitted for hand-rub dispensing units. Projections in the corridors on both sides are

permitted if the projection does not exceed a depth of 6 inches,

the length is less than 36 inches, positioned not less than 40

inches above the floor, and has not less than 48 inches of

horizontal separation from other projections.

6 inches from the corridor wall, above the handrail height, shall

be permitted for hand-rub dispensing units. Projections in the corridors on both sides are

permitted if the projection does not exceed a depth of 6 inches,

the length is less than 36 inches, positioned not less than 40

inches above the floor, and has not less than 48 inches of

horizontal separation from other projections.

(19.2.3.4)

Maximum 6 inches above handrail height; and wheeled equipment in

use for patient movement and medical emergencies that do not

reduce clear width < 5 ft when staff are trained and provisions are

included in facility emergency plans for dealing with the equipment

(19.2.3.4 #4).

141 Projections permitted when corridor width is at least 8 ft

Furniture fixed to wall is permitted in groups not exceeding 50 sq ft, set minimum 10 ft apart, when located on one side, not blocking building service equipment, and the smoke

compartment is sprinklered throughout, and corridors are

protected with smoke detectors when the furniture is not under direct visual supervision from a

nurses station. (19.2.3.4, #5)

142 Minimum Height to Ceiling N/A 84 inches(7.1.5)

84 inches (7.1.5.1)

84 inches (7.1.5.1)

143 Minimum Height to Ceiling Projections

N/A 80 inches (7.1.5)

80 inches (7.1.5.1)

80 inches (7.1.5.1)





144 The required corridor width shall be unobstructed with the

following exceptions:1. Doors when fully open, and handrails, shall not reduce the required width by more than 7

inches.2. Doors in any position shall

not reduce the required corridor width by more than one-half.

N/A (7.2.1.4.4) (7.2.1.4.3.1) (7.2.1.4.3.1)

145 Stairways146 Risers Maximum 8-1/4 inches

(4604.11)Maximum 8 inches; (Table 7.2.2.2.1(b))

Maximum 8 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(b))

Maximum 8 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(b))

147 Treads Maximum 9 inches(4604.11)

Minimum 10 or 9 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1(b))

Minimum 9 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(b))

Minimum 9 inches(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(b))

148 Width N/A Minimum 44 inches or 36 inches if serving fewer than 50 people

(Table 7.2.2.2.1(b))

36 inches minimum width clear of all obstructions, except

projections not more than 4-1/2 inches at or below handrail

height on each side(Table 7.2.2.2.1.2(b))

36 inches minimum width clear of all obstructions, except projections

not more than 4-1/2 inches at or below handrail height on each side

(Table 7.2.2.2.1.2(b))

149 Landings N/A Width - Not less than the width of the stair but need not exceed 48 inches when the stair has a

straight run. (7.2.2.3.2)

Width - Not less than the width of the stair but need not exceed 48 inches when the stair has a

straight run. (7.2.2.3.2.4)

Width - Not less than the width of the stair but need not exceed 48

inches when the stair has a straight run.

(7.2.2.3.2.4)

150 Vertical Rise N/A Vertical Distance between floor levels and landings - 12 feet.

(Table 7.2.2.2.1(b))


(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(b))


(Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(b))151 Headroom N/A 80 inches

(Table 7.2.2.2.1(b))80 inches

(Table 7.2.2.2.1(b))80 inches

(Table 7.2.2.2.1(b))152 Handrails

(Note: Shall also coordinate with TAS requirements:

minimum 1-1/4 inches max 1-1/2 inches, 4.26.2)

N/A Circular Diameter minimum 1-1/4 inches max 2 inches

(7.2.2.4.5)


(7.2.2.4.4.6)


(7.2.2.4.4.6)





153 Height - minimum 30 inches maximum 42 inches

(4604.1.4.1)


(7.2.2.4.5)


(7.2.2.4.4.2)


(7.2.2.4.4.2)154 Intermediate handrails are

required so that all portions of the stairway are within 44

inches of the handrail.(4604.14)

Intermediate handrails are required so that all portions of

the stairway are within 44 inches of the handrail.

(7.2.2.4.2(1))

Intermediate handrails are required so that all portions of

the stairway are within 44 inches of the handrail.

(7.2.2.4.1.2)

Intermediate handrails are required so that all portions of the stairway

are within 44 inches of the handrail.(7.2.2.4.1.2)

155 Guardrailsrequired along open-sided

walking surfaces, mezzanines, stairways, ramps and landings

Height - 30 inches (4604.6)

Height - 30 inches(7.2.2.4.6(2(3)))

Height - 30 inches (7.2.2.4.5.2(3)) Height - 30 inches (7.2.2.4.5.2(3))

156 Open guardrails shall have intermediate rails or an

ornamental pattern such that a sphere 6 inches in diameter

cannot pass through up to 34 inches in height

(4604.6.2)

Open guardrails shall have intermediate rails or an


cannot pass through up to 34 inches in height.

(7.2.2.4.6)

Open guardrails shall have intermediate rails or an


cannot pass through up to 34 inches in height

(7.2.2.4.5.3)

Open guardrails shall have intermediate rails or an ornamental pattern such that a sphere 4 inches

in diameter cannot pass through up to 34 inches in height

(7.2.2.4.5.3)

157 Stairway Signage A stairway in an exit enclosure which continues below its level

of exit discharge shall be marked to make the direction of

public way obvious. Existing stairs shall also be marked in

accordance with 1022.8.(4604.19)

N/A N/A N/A

158 Stairway to Roof(DA1015.2.1.1)

Not less than required by the code which it was constructed

under(4604.7)

N/A N/A N/A

159 Exit Ramps160 Width Not less than required by the

code which it was constructed under

(4604.7)

serving patient sleeping rooms = 48 inches

Other = 44 inches(19.2.3.3)





161 Maximum slope in direction of travel

N/A Class A: 1:10Class B: 1:8

(Table 7.2.5.2 (b))

1:8(Table 7.2.5.2 (b))

1:8(Table 7.2.5.2 (b))





162 Maximum rise for a single ramp run

N/A 12 feet(Table 7.2.5.2 (a))

12 feet(Table 7.2.5.2 (b))

12 feet(Table 7.2.5.2 (b))

163 Handrails N/A Required for ramps with a rise greater than 6 inches

(7.2.5.4)


(7.2.5.4.2)


(7.2.5.4.2)164 Horizontal Exits165 Minimum area per patient

provided on each side of the horizontal exit

N/A 30 net sf(19.2.2.5.1)

30 net sf(19.2.2.5.1.1)

30 net sf(19.2.2.5.1.1)

166 Minimum area per occupant in nonpatient areas provided on each side of the horizontal exit

N/A 6 net sf(19.2.2.5.1)

6 net sf(19.2.2.5.1.2)

6 net sf(19.2.2.5.1.2)

167 Horizontal exits are permitted to compromise two-thirds of the

required exits from any building or floor area

N/A (19.2.2.5.2) (19.2.2.5.2) (19.2.2.5.2)

168 Horizontal exits must have doors with a clear width of no

less than 34 inches inches.

N/A (19.2.2.5.4) (19.2.2.5.4) (19.2.2.5.4)

169 Horizontal exits in a corridor 6 feet or more and serving as an

exit from both sides must have a pair of opposite swinging doors

with a clear width of no less than 32 inches.

N/A N/A N/A N/A

170 An approved vision panel is required in each horizontal exit

N/A N/A N/A N/A





171 Smoke Compartments172 Every story, used by inpatients

for sleeping or treatment and having an occupant load of 30 or more, must be divided into two

smoke compartments.

N/A (19.3.7.1) (19.3.7.1) (19.3.7.1)

173 Maximum area per compartment

N/A 22,500 sf(19.3.7.1)

22,500 sf(19.3.7.1(1))

22,500 sf(19.3.7.1(1))

174 Maximum travel distance from any point to reach a door in the

required smoke barrier

200 feet(Table 4604.18.2)

200 feet(19.3.7.1)

200 feet(19.3.7.1(1))

200 feet(19.3.7.1(1))

175 On floors containing health care, minimum area provided per

patient on each side of a smoke compartment

N/A 30 net sf(19.3.7.4)

30 net sf(19.3.7.5.1)

30 net sf(19.3.7.5.1)

176 On non-patient floors minimum area provided per occupant on

each side of smoke compartment

N/A 6 net sf(19.3.7.4)

6 net sf (19.3.7.5.2)

6 net sf (19.3.7.5.2)

177 Smoke barriers must be provided on stories that are useable, even if unoccupied.

N/A N/A N/A N/A

178 Cross corridor doors in smoke barriers must be opposite

swinging

N/A N/A N/A N/A

179 Minimum clear width for individual smoke barrier doors

N/A 32 inches(19.3.7.7)

32 inches (19.3.7.9(1))

32 inches (19.3.7.9(1))

180 Doors must be self-closing or automatic.

N/A (19.3.7.6) (19.3.7.8) (19.3.7.8)

181 Vision panels with fire-rated glazing or wired glass at each

cross corridor door

N/A N/A N/A N/A

182 Rabbets, bevels, or astragals are required at the meeting edges and stops are required at the head and sides of the door

frames

N/A N/A N/A N/A





183 Positive latching door hardware is not required for doors installed across corridors

N/A (19.3.7.6) (19.3.7.8) (19.3.7.8)

184 Duct penetrations of smoke compartment walls must be

protected by smoke dampers.

N/A (8.3.5.1) (8.5.5.2) (8.5.5.2)

185 Smoke dampers are not required in smoke barriers where steel

duct openings are limited to one compartment


(8.5.5.3) (8.5.5.3)

186 Smoke dampers are not required in smoke barriers with fully

ducted HVAC systems.


(19.3.7.3(2)) (19.3.7.3(2))





187 Means of Egress Lighting188 Minimum illumination at the

walking surface levelN/A 1 foot-candle

(7.8.1.3)1 foot-candle

(7.8.1.3(2))1 foot-candle

(7.8.1.3(2))189 Emergency Lighting190 Separate source of emergency

power is required. Must be automatically actuated if normal

power is interrupted.

(4604.5) (7.9.2.1/7.9.2.2) (7.9.2.1/7.9.2.3) (7.9.2.1/7.9.2.3)

191 Duration 90 minutes(4604.5.1)

90 minutes(7.9.2.1)

90 minutes(7.9.2.1)

90 minutes(7.9.2.1)

192 Minimum illumination N/A 1 foot-candle with point minimum of 0.1 foot-candle

(7.9.2.1)At end of duration may drop to

0.6 foot-candle with a point minimum of 0.06 foot-candle

(7.9.2.1)


(7.9.2.1)At end of duration may drop to

0.6 foot-candle with a point minimum of 0.06 foot-candle

(7.9.2.1)


(7.9.2.1)At end of duration may drop to 0.6 foot-candle with a point minimum

of 0.06 foot-candle(7.9.2.1)

193 Exit Signs194 Required for every exit N/A (7.10.1.2) (7.10.1.2.1) (7.10.1.2.1)195 Location N/A Required to be placed such that

no point is more than 100 feet from the nearest visible sign

(7.10.1.4)

Required to be placed such that no point is more than 100 feet from the nearest visible sign

(7.10.1.5.2)



Signs are not required at gates in secured outside areas where the

path of egress is obvious. 19.2.10.3

196 Illumination Unless signs are approved exsting signs, they must be

externally illuminated by not less than 5 foot-candles or internally illuminated in

accordance per their listing(4604.3)

Unless signs are approved exsting signs, they must be

externally illuminated by not less than 5 foot-candles or internally illuminated in accordance with UL 924

Standard for Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment

(7.10.6.3)

Unless signs are approved exsting signs, they must be

externally illuminated by not less than 5 foot-candles or internally illuminated in accordance with UL 924

Standard for Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment

(7.10.6.3)

Unless signs are approved exsting signs, they must be externally

illuminated by not less than 5 foot-candles or internally illuminated in

accordance with UL 924 Standard for Emergency Lighting and Power

Equipment (7.10.6.3)





197 Listing N/A The face of a photoluminescent sign shall be continually

illuminated while the building is occupied. Illumination level shall be in accordance with its

listing.(7.10.7.2)

The face of a photoluminescent sign shall be continually

illuminated while the building is occupied. Illumination level shall be in accordance with its

listing.(7.10.7.2)

The face of a photoluminescent sign shall be continually illuminated while the building is occupied. Illumination level shall be in accordance with its listing.

(7.10.7.2)

198 Emergency Power Must be connected to an emergency electrical system.

(4604.4)

Must be connected to an emergency electrical system in

accordance with the Electric Code.

(7.10.4 )

Must be connected to an emergency electrical system in

accordance with the Electric Code.

(7.10.4 )



199 Emergency Power Duration 90 minutes in case of primary power loss.

(7.9.2.1)


(7.9.2.1)


(7.9.2.1)


(7.9.2.1)200 Tactile Exit Signs N/A Not Required Not Required Not Required





201 Automatic Sprinkler Systems N/A202 An automatic sprinkler system

is required to be designed and installed in accordance with

NFPA 13.

(4603.4.2) (19.3.5.1) (19.3.5.3) (19.3.5.3)

203 Smoke compartments containing sleeping rooms must

use listed quick response sprinklers (QRS).

Sprinklers to be retrofit per the IFC would need to meet 2007 Ed of NFPA 13, which requires QRS throughout light hazard areas.

(Chapter 47)

Not Required in existing construction

(19.3.5.3(Exception 1))

Not Required in existing construction if installed prior to

listing of QRS(19.3.5.8(6))

Annex indicates residential sprinklers are permitted in patient

sleeping rooms even though not specifically listed for this purpose.

(19.3.5.8 )

204 Supervision No specific requirement. In accordance with NFPA 729.7.2.1

In accordance with NFPA 729.7.2.1

In accordance with NFPA 729.7.2.1

205 Sprinklers in clothes closets of patient sleeping rooms in

hospitals

Not required in closets where the area of the closet < 6 sf, if the

distance from the sprinkler in the patient sleeping room to the back wall of the closet does not exceed

the maximum distance permitted by NFPA 13. (19.3.5.10)

206 Fire Extinguisher207 Required in all health care

occupanciesN/A (19.3.5.6) (19.3.5.11) (19.3.5.11)

208 Shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with

NFPA 10.

N/A (9.7.4.1) (9.7.4.1) (9.7.4.1)

209 Fire Alarm210 A manual fire alarm system is

required and is required to be initiated by sprinkler system water flow alarms, detection devices, or detection systems

(4603.6.3) (19.3.4.1/19.3.4.2) (19.3.4.1/19.3.4.2.1) (19.3.4.1/19.3.4.2.1)





211 Manual Fire Alarm System Manual fire alarm boxes in patient sleeping rooms shall not be required if travel to a nurse station or other continuously

attended areas does not exceed distances listed in 907.5.2.1 and

a manual fire alarm box is located in that area

(4603.6.3(Exception))

Manual fire alarm boxes not required in patient sleeping

rooms if stations are provided in all nurse's station or other

continuously attended areas. Manual pull stations shall be visible and travel distance to pull station does not exceed

distances listed in 9.6.2.4. (19.3.4.2(1))

Manual fire alarm boxes not required in patient sleeping

rooms if stations are provided in all nurse's station or other

continuously attended areas. Manual pull stations shall be visible and travel distance to pull station does not exceed

distances listed in 9.6.2.4. (19.3.4.2(1))

Manual fire alarm boxes not required in patient sleeping rooms if stations are provided in all nurse's

station or other continuously attended areas. Manual pull stations shall be visible and travel distance

to pull station does not exceed distances listed in 9.6.2.4.

(19.3.4.2(1))

212 Coverage N/A213 Automatic Fire Detection214 As required for open spaces to

corridorsAn automatic fire alarm system shall be installed in accordance

with Section 907.2.6.2(4603.6.3)

(19.3.6.1) (19.3.6.1(b)) (19.3.6.1(b))

215 At smoke barrier doors and other fire-rated door openings where doors are on hold open

devices

N/A (19.2.2.2.6) (19.2.2.2.7) (19.2.2.2.7)

216 Special Features 217 Standpipe System Existing structures with

occupied spaces located > 50 feet above or below fire

department access shall be equipped with standpipes installed per Section 905.

(4603.5)

N/A N/A N/A

218 Outside Window or Door N/A Every patient sleeping room shall have an outside window or door. The allowable sill height

shall not exceed 36 inches above the floor.(19.3.8)

Outside window not required. Outside window not required.

219 Emergency Power System Requirements

The emergency power system shall provide power and consist

of storage batteries, unit equipment or on site generator.

(4604.5.1)

An on-site power generator system is required.

(18.5.1.2NFPA 99)


(18.5.1.2NFPA 99)


(18.5.1.2NFPA 99)





220 N/A Fire resistance separation if located inside - 2 hour

(11.8.4.2NFPA 110 5-2.1)

Fire resistance separation if located inside - 2 hour

(11.8.4.2NFPA 110 5-2.1)

Fire resistance separation if located inside - 2 hour

(11.8.4.2NFPA 110 5-2.1)

221 N/A The emergency system is limited to circuits essential to life safety and critical patient care and are designated the life safety branch

and critical branch(NFPA 99 3-4.2.2.2)

The emergency system is limited to circuits essential to life safety and critical patient care and are

designated the life safety branch and critical branch

(NFPA 99 3-4.4.2.2.2.1)


critical patient care and are designated the life safety branch

and critical branch(NFPA 99 3-4.4.2.2.2.1)

222 Laboratories in Health care Occupancies

223 Laboratories with quantities of flammable, combustible, or

hazardous materials constituting a sever hazard shall be in accordance

with Section 8.7 and NFPA 99 applicable to administration,

maintenance, and testing.19.3.2.2

224 N/A Total volume of Class I, II and IIIA liquids outside of approved storage cabinets and safety cans shall not exceed 1 gal per 100 sf.

(NFPA 99: 10-7.2.2)

Total volume of Class I, II and IIIA liquids outside of approved storage cabinets and safety cans shall not exceed 1 gal per 100 sf.

(NFPA 99:11-7.2.3.1)



(NFPA 99:11-7.2.3.1)

225 N/A At least one approved flammable or combustible liquid storage room shall be available within any health care facility

regularly maintaining a reserve storage capacity of in excess of

300 gal(NFPA 99: 10-7.2.2)

At least one approved flammable or combustible liquid storage room shall be available within any health care facility

regularly maintaining a reserve storage capacity of in excess of

300 gal(NFPA 99: 11-7.2.3.4)

At least one approved flammable or combustible liquid storage room

shall be available within any health care facility regularly maintaining a reserve storage capacity of in excess

of 300 gal(NFPA 99: 11-7.2.3.4)





226 N/A Flammable gas cylinder storage for a laboratory shall be

separated from the health care facility.2 hours

(NFPA 99: 10-10.2.2)

Flammable gas cylinder storage for a laboratory shall be

separated from the health care facility.2 hours

(NFPA 99: 11-10.2.2)



(NFPA 99: 11-10.2.2)

227 N/A Rooms or enclosures for storage of gas cylinders shall be well

ventilated(NFPA 99:10-10.2.3)

Rooms or enclosures for storage of gas cylinders shall be well

ventilated(NFPA 99: 11-10.3.2)


(NFPA 99: 11-10.3.2)

228 N/A Total quantity and size of cylinders shall comply with

Table 8-1 of NFPA 45.(NFPA 99: 10-10.3)

Total quantity and size of cylinders shall comply with

Table 8-1 of NFPA 45.(NFPA 99: 11-10.3)

Total quantity and size of cylinders shall comply with Table 8-1 of

NFPA 45.(NFPA 99: 11-10.3)

229 Medical Gas Storage230 Medical gas storage and

administration shall be in accordance with Section 8.7 and

NFPA 9919.3.2.4

231 N/A Oxidizing gases such as oxygen and nitrous oxide shall not be

stored with any flammable gas, liquid or vapor,

(NFPA 99: 8-3.1.11.2)

Oxidizing gases such as oxygen and nitrous oxide shall not be

stored with any flammable gas, liquid or vapor, (NFPA 99: 9.4.1)

Oxidizing gases such as oxygen and nitrous oxide shall not be stored

with any flammable gas, liquid or vapor,

(NFPA 99: 9.4.1)

232 N/A Oxidizing gases shall be separated from combustible or

incompatible materials by a minimum of 20 feet or 5 feet if

the storage area is provided with automatic sprinklers.

(NFPA 99: 8-3.1.11.2)

Oxidizing gases shall be separated from combustible or

incompatible materials by a minimum of 20 feet or 5 feet if

the storage area is provided with automatic sprinklers.

(NFPA 99: 9.4.1)




233 Alcohol Based Hand Rub (ABHR) Dispensers

N/A The corridor width is 6 feet or greater and dispensers are at

least 4 feet apart(Joint Commission)

The corridor width is 6 feet or greater and dispensers are at

least 4 feet apart(19.3.2.6(1))

The corridor width is 6 feet or greater

(19.3.2.6(1))





234 N/A The dispensers shall not be installed over or directly

adjacent to electrical outlets and switches. “Adjacent” is defined as being no closer than 1 inches from each side of the dispenser.

(Joint Commission)

The dispensers shall not be installed over or directly

adjacent to electrical outlets and switches. “Adjacent” is defined as being no closer than 1 inches from each side of the dispenser.

(19.3.2.6(7))

The dispensers shall not be installed over or directly adjacent to electrical outlets and switches. “Adjacent” is

defined as being no closer than 1 inches from each side of the

dispenser.(19.3.2.6(8))

235 N/A In locations with carpeted floor coverings, dispensers installed directly over carpeted surfaces

are permitted only in sprinklered smoke

compartments.(Joint Commission)

In locations with carpeted floor coverings, dispensers installed directly over carpeted surfaces

are permitted only in sprinklered smoke





236 N/A Each smoke compartment may contain a maximum aggregate

of 10 gallons (37.8 liters) of ABHR product in dispensers and a maximum of 5 gallons

(18.9 liters) in storage.(Joint Commission)

Each smoke compartment may contain a maximum aggregate

of 10 gallons (37.8 liters) of ABHR product in dispensers and a maximum of 5 gallons

(18.9 liters) in storage.(19.3.2.6(5&6))


gallons (37.8 liters) of ABHR product in dispensers and a

maximum of 5 gallons (18.9 liters) in storage.

(19.3.2.6(6&7))

One dispenser complying with # 2 or 3 per room shall not be included

in the aggregated quantity addressed in #5.

237 N/A The maximum individual dispenser fluid capacity is 1.2 liters for dispensers in rooms, corridors, and areas open to

corridors.(Joint Commission)

The maximum individual dispenser fluid capacity is 1.2 liters for dispensers in rooms, corridors, and areas open to

corridors.(19.3.2.6(2a))



(19.3.2.6(2a))

238 N/A The maximum individual dispensers in suites of rooms is

2.0 liters (Joint Commission)

The maximum individual dispensers in suites of rooms is

2.0 liters (19.3.2.6(2b))


(19.3.2.6(2b))





239 Cooking Facilities Residential cooking equipment used for food warming or limited

cooking not required to be protected as a hazardous area.

(19.3.2.5.2)Where protected in accordance with 9.2.3 cooking equipment area shall

not be considered hazardous. Should be separated from corridor.

(19.3.2.5.5)

Within a smoke compartment cooking equipment used to serve 30

or fewer persons may be:- Located in a space not a sleeping

room separated from adjoining areas by partitions complying with 19.2.6.2 - 19.3.6.5 and complies with

1 through 10 listed below.- Located and permitted to be open

to a corridor provided that 1 through 11 are met.





240 1) portion of healthcare facility served by cooking facility is limited to 30 beds and separated from other portions of the facility by a smoke

barrier. 2) cooktop or range is equipped

with a range hood with a minimum width equal to width of cooking

surface with grease baffles or other grease collecting and clean out

capability. 3) Hood systems provided with a

minimum airflow of 500 cfm4) hood systems that are no ducted to the exterior additionaly have a

charcoal filter to remove smoke and odor.

5) cooktop or range is protected with a fire suppression system

listed in accordance with UL 300 and meets all requirements of UL 300A. Should be provided with a

manual release





241 extinguishing system in accordance with NFPA 96 and an interlock to

turn off all fuel sources and electrical power when suppression

system is activated. 6) Solid fuel for the use of cooking

is not permitted7) Deep fat frying is not permitted8) Portable fire extinguishers shall

be provided in all kitchen areas9) A locked switch, or located

within a restricted location, shall be provided that can deactivate the cooking equipment whenever

kitchen is not under staff supervision, can be set on a timer

that deactivates cooking equipment regardless of staff action. Timer

shall not exceed 120 minutes. 10) Procedures for the use,

inspection, testing, and maintenance of cooking equipment shall be in accordance with NFPA

96 and manufacturer's instructions.





242 11) Not less than two AC-powered photoelectrick smoke alarms to be

provided, interconnected, equipped with a silence feature and in

accordance with NFPA 72. To be located not closer than 20ft from cooking equipment. No smoke

detector shall be located less than 20 ft from cooking equipment.

(18.3.2.5.2)





243 Fireplaces Vent gas fireplaces are permitted in smoke compartments containing

sleeping areas provided that:1) all devices are installed,

maintained, and used in accordance with 9.2.2

2) No direct device is located within a patient sleeping room

3) Smoke compartment where fireplace is located is protected by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system with listed quick-response or residential sprinklers.4) Direct vent fireplace includes a sealed glass fron with a wire mesh

panel or screen.5) controls for direct vent fireplace

are locked or located within restricted area.

6) electrically supervised carbon monoxide detection in accordance with Section 9.8 provided in room

fireplace is present. (18.5.2.3)

244 Solid fuel burning fireplaces are permitted in areas other than

patient sleeping areas provided criteria a through c of 19.5.2.3 (3) is met and an electrically supervised carbon monoxide detection system

in accordance with Section 9.8 is provided within the room.

(19.5.2.3)

245 Fire Service Features 246 Access to Roof N/A N/A N/A N/A247 Exterior Walls248 Performance Requirements N/A N/A N/A N/A





249 Glass & Glazing250 Wind, Snow, Seismic & Dead

Loads on GlassN/A N/A N/A N/A

251 Safety Glazing N/A N/A N/A N/A252 Glass In Handrails & Guards N/A N/A N/A N/A

253 Pedestrian Walkways and Tunnels

254 Construction must be noncombustible.

N/A N/A N/A N/A

255 Fire Barriers between pedestrian walkways

N/A N/A N/A N/A

256 N/A N/A N/A N/A257 Public Way N/A Every smokeproof enclosure

shall discharge into a public way

(7.2.3.5)

Every smokeproof enclosure shall discharge into a public

way(7.2.3.5)


(7.2.3.5)

258 Egress N/A N/A N/A N/A259 Width N/A N/A N/A N/A260 Exit Access Travel Distance N/A N/A N/A N/A


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