PERMANENT RULES
Effective Date of Rule: July 1, 2010.
Purpose: Amendment of chapter 51-54 WAC, adoption and amendment of the 2009 Edition of the International Fire Code (IFC).
Citation of Existing Rules Affected by this Order: Amending WAC 51-54-003, 51-54-007, 51-54-008, 51-54-0100, 51-54-0200, 51-54-0300, 51-54-0400, 51-54-0500, 51-54-0800, 51-54-0900, 51-54-1100, 51-54-3300, 51-54-3400 and 51-54-4600; and new sections WAC 51-54-0600, 51-54-1007, 51-54-1008, 51-54-1009, 51-54-1010, 51-54-1014, 51-54-1015, 51-54-1017, 51-54-1018, 51-54-1019, 51-54-2200, 51-54-3800, 51-54-4500, 51-54-4700, and 51-54-4800.
Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074.
Adopted under notice filed as WSR 09-17-142 on August 19, 2009.
Changes Other than Editing from Proposed to Adopted Version: 1. Corrects the placement of an exception regarding audibility in Section 915.5.
2. Corrects wording from "systems" to "signals" in Section 915.4.2.1.
3. Clarifies in Section 903.6.3 that the existing deadline for automatic fire sprinklers in nightclubs remains December 1, 2009.
4. Clarifies Chapter 46 regarding the role of the fire code official. They must notify building owners in writing when a distinct hazard to life is present in existing buildings that were not required to comply with a building code at the time of construction.
Number of Sections Adopted in Order to Comply with Federal Statute: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; Federal Rules or Standards: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; or Recently Enacted State Statutes: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0.
Number of Sections Adopted at Request of a Nongovernmental Entity: New 0, Amended 29, Repealed 0.
Number of Sections Adopted on the Agency's Own Initiative: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0.
Number of Sections Adopted in Order to Clarify, Streamline, or Reform Agency Procedures: New 0, Amended 29, Repealed 0.
Number of Sections Adopted Using Negotiated Rule Making: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; Pilot Rule Making: New 0, Amended 0, Repealed 0; or Other Alternative Rule Making: New 0, Amended 29, Repealed 0.
Date Adopted: November 12, 2009.
Peter D. DeVries
Council Chair
OTS-2567.7
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-01-093, filed 12/19/06,
effective 7/1/07)
WAC 51-54-003
International Fire Code.
The ((2006))
2009 edition of the International Fire Code, published by the
International Code Council is hereby adopted by reference with
the following additions, deletions, and exceptions.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-003, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-003, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
Codes referenced which are not adopted through RCW 19.27.031 or chapter 19.27A RCW shall not apply unless specifically adopted by the authority having jurisdiction. The 2009 International Wildland Urban Interface Code is included in this Code as Section 4800 with amendments found in Appendix Chapter K.
The provisions of this code do not apply to temporary growing structures used solely for the commercial production of horticultural plants including ornamental plants, flowers, vegetables, and fruits. "Temporary growing structure" means a structure that has the sides and roof covered with polyethylene, polyvinyl, or similar flexible synthetic material and is used to provide plants with either frost protection or increased heat retention. A temporary growing structure is not considered a building for purposes of this code.
The provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration, or repair of temporary worker housing except as provided by rule adopted under chapter 70.114A RCW or chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (2SSB 6168). "Temporary worker housing" means a place, area, or piece of land where sleeping places or housing sites are provided by an employer for his or her employees or by another person, including a temporary worker housing operator, who is providing such accommodations for employees, for temporary, seasonal occupancy, and includes "labor camps" under RCW 70.54.110.
The manufacture, storage, handling, sale and use of fireworks shall be governed by chapter 70.77 RCW and by chapter 212-17 WAC and local ordinances consistent with chapter 212-17 WAC.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-007, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-008, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-008, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
((105.6.17 Flammable or combustible liquids. An operational
permit is required:
1. To use or operate a pipeline for the transportation within facilities of flammable or combustible liquids. This requirement shall not apply to the offsite transportation in pipelines regulated by the department of transportation (DOT) nor does it apply to piping systems.
2. To store, handle or use Class I liquids in excess of 5 gallons (19 L) in a building or in excess of 10 gallons (37.9 L) outside of a building, except that a permit is not required for the following:
2.1 The storage or use of Class I liquids in the fuel tank of a motor vehicle, aircraft, motorboat, mobile power plant or mobile heating plant, unless such storage, in the opinion of the code official, would cause an unsafe condition.
2.2 The storage or use of paints, oils, varnishes or similar flammable mixtures when such liquids are stored for maintenance, painting or similar purposes for a period of not more than 30 days.
3. To store, handle or use Class II or Class III-A liquids in excess of 25 gallons (95 L) in a building or in excess of 60 gallons (227 L) outside a building, except for fuel oil used in connection with oil-burning equipment.
4. To remove Class I or Class II liquids from an underground storage tank used for fueling motor vehicles by any means other than the approved, stationary on-site pumps normally used for dispensing purposes.
5. To operate tank vehicles, equipment, tanks, plants, terminals, wells, fuel-dispensing stations, refineries, distilleries and similar facilities where flammable and combustible liquids are produced, processed, transported, stored, dispensed or used.
6. To place temporarily out-of-service (for more than 90 days) an underground, protected above-ground or above-ground flammable or combustible liquid tank.
7. To change the type of contents stored in a flammable or combustible liquid tank to a material which poses a greater hazard than that for which the tank was designed and constructed.
8. To manufacture, process, blend or refine flammable or combustible liquids.
9. To engage in the dispensing of liquid fuels into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments.
10. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments.
11. To utilize a site for the dispensing of liquid fuels from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of marine craft and special equipment at commercial, industrial, governmental or manufacturing establishments.)) 101.2.1 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted. The State Building Code Council has determined that a local ordinance adopting Appendix K Wildland Urban Interface Code may be adopted by any local government upon notification of the Council.
105.1.1 Permits required. Any property owner or authorized
agent who intends to conduct an operation or business, or
install or modify systems and equipment, which is regulated by
this code, or to cause any such work to be done shall first
make application to the fire code official and obtain the
required permit.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-0100, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
SECTION 202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS.
ADULT FAMILY HOME means a dwelling in which a person or persons
provide personal care, special care, room and board to more
than one but not more than six adults who are not related by
blood or marriage to the person or persons providing the
services.
ALERT SIGNAL. See Section 402.1
ALERT SYSTEM. See Section 402.1
CHILD DAY CARE, shall, for the purposes of these regulations,
mean the care of children during any period of a 24-hour day.
COVERED BOAT MOORAGE. See Section 4502.1
ELECTRICAL CODE is the National Electrical Code, promulgated by
the National Fire Protection Association, as adopted by rule
or local ordinance under the authority of chapter 19.28 RCW.
FAMILY CHILD DAY CARE HOME is a child day care facility, licensed
by the state, located in the dwelling of the person or persons
under whose direct care and supervision the child is placed,
for the care of twelve or fewer children, including children
who reside at the home.
FULL LOCKDOWN. See Section 402.1
GRAVITY - OPERATED DROP OUT VENTS. See Section 4502.1
HOSPICE CARE CENTERS. A building or portion thereof used on a
24-hour basis for the provision of hospice services to
terminally ill inpatients.
MODIFIED LOCKDOWN. See Section 402.1
NIGHTCLUB. An A-2 Occupancy use under the 2006 International
Building Code in which the aggregate area of concentrated use
of unfixed chairs and standing space that is specifically
designated and primarily used for dancing or viewing
performers exceeds three hundred fifty square feet, excluding
adjacent lobby areas. "Nightclub" does not include theaters
with fixed seating, banquet halls, or lodge halls.
OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION. For the purposes of this code, certain
occupancies are defined as follows:
EDUCATIONAL GROUP E. Educational Group E Occupancy includes,
among others, the use of a building or structure, or a portion
thereof, by six or more persons at any one time for
educational purposes through the 12th grade. Religious
educational rooms and religious auditoriums, which are
accessory to ((churches)) places of religious worship in
accordance with Section ((302.2)) 508.3.1 of the ((IBC))
International Building Code and have occupant loads of less
than 100, shall be classified as Group A-3 Occupancies.
Day Care. The use of a building or structure, or portion
thereof, for educational, supervision or personal care
services for more than five children older than 2 1/2 years of
age, shall be classified as ((a Group)) an E Occupancy.
| EXCEPTION: | Family child day care homes licensed by the state of Washington (( |
Group I-1. This occupancy shall include buildings, structures or parts thereof housing more than 16 persons, on a 24-hour basis, who because of age, mental disability or other reasons, live in a supervised residential environment that provides personal care services. The occupants are capable of responding to an emergency situation without physical assistance from staff. This group shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Alcohol and drug centers
Assisted living facilities
Congregate care facilities
Convalescent facilities
Group homes
Halfway houses
Residential board and care facilities
((Assisted living facilities
Halfway houses
Group homes
Congregate care facilities))
Social rehabilitation facilities
((Alcohol and drug centers
Convalescent facilities))
A facility such as the above with five or fewer persons
and adult family homes licensed by ((the)) Washington state
((department of social and health services)) shall be
classified as a Group R-3 or shall comply with the
International Residential Code in accordance with Section
101.2 of the International Building Code.
A facility such as the above, providing licensed care to
clients in one of the categories listed in IBC Section 310.1
((regulated)) licensed by ((either the)) Washington
((department of health or the department of social and health
services)) state shall be classified as Group R-2.
Group I-2. This occupancy shall include buildings and
structures used for medical, surgical, psychiatric, nursing or
custodial care ((on a 24-hour basis of more than five)) for
persons who are not capable of self-preservation. This group
shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Child care facilities
Detoxification facilities
Hospice care centers
Hospitals
Mental hospitals
Nursing homes (((both intermediate-care facilities and
skilled nursing facilities)
Mental hospitals
Detoxification facilities
A facility such as the above with five or fewer persons shall be classified as Group R-3 or shall comply with the International Residential Code in accordance with Section 101.2.))
A facility such as the above providing licensed care to
clients in one of the categories listed in IBC Section 310.1
((regulated)) licensed by ((either the)) Washington
((department of health or the department of social and health
services)) state shall be classified as Group R-2.
Group I-3. (Remains as printed in the IFC.)
Group I-4. Day care facilities. This group shall include buildings and structures occupied by persons of any age who receive custodial care for less than 24 hours by individuals other than parents or guardians, relatives by blood, marriage, or adoption, and in a place other than the home of the person cared for. A facility such as the above with five or fewer persons shall be classified as Group R-3 or shall comply with the International Residential Code in accordance with Section 101.2 of the International Building Code. Places of worship during religious functions are not included.
Adult care facility. A facility that provides accommodations for less than 24 hours for more than five unrelated adults and provides supervision and personal care services shall be classified as Group I-4.
| EXCEPTION: | Where the occupants are capable of responding to an emergency situation without physical assistance
from the staff, the facility shall be classified as Group (( |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. A child day care facility that provides care for more than five but no more than 100 children 2 1/2
years or less of age, (( |
| 2. Family child day care homes licensed by (( |
R-1 Residential occupancies containing sleeping units where the occupants are primarily transient in nature, including:
Boarding houses (transient)
Hotels (transient)
Motels (transient)
Congregate living facilities (transient) with 10 or fewer occupants are permitted to comply with the construction requirements for Group R-3.
R-2 Residential occupancies containing sleeping units or more than two dwelling units where the occupants are primarily permanent in nature, including:
Apartment houses
Boarding houses (((not transient)) nontransient)
Boarding homes as licensed by ((the department of social
and health services)) Washington state under chapter 388-78A WAC
Convents
Dormitories
Fraternities and sororities
Hotels (nontransient)
Live/work units
Motels (nontransient)
Monasteries
Residential treatment facilities as licensed by ((the
department of health)) Washington state under chapter 246-337 WAC
Vacation timeshare properties
Congregate living facilities with sixteen or fewer occupants are permitted to comply with the construction requirements for Group R-3.
R-3 Residential occupancies where the occupants are
primarily permanent in nature and not classified as Group R-1,
R-2, R-4 or I ((and where)), including: Buildings that do not
contain more than two dwelling units ((as applicable in
Section 101.2, including adult family homes and family child
day care homes for the care of 12 or fewer children, licensed
by the Washington state department of social and health
services, or)). Adult ((and child)) care facilities that
provide accommodations for five or fewer persons of any age
for less than 24 hours((, or)). Child care facilities that
provide accommodations for five or fewer persons of any age
for less than 24 hours. Congregate living facilities with
sixteen or fewer persons. Adult ((family homes and family
child day care homes, or adult and child care facilities that
are)) care within a single-family home, adult family homes and
family child day care homes are permitted to comply with the
International Residential Code ((in accordance with Section
101.2)).
Foster family care homes licensed by ((the)) Washington
state ((department of social and health services shall be))
are permitted to comply with the International Residential
Code, as an accessory use to a dwelling, for six or fewer
children including those of the resident family.
R-4 classification is not adopted. Any reference in this code to R-4 does not apply.
RECALL SIGNAL. See Section 402.1
SHELTER-IN-PLACE. See Section 402.1
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.190, 19.27.020, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 08-01-101, § 51-54-0200, filed 12/18/07, effective 4/1/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-0200, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.020, 19.27.031, 19.27.074 and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 05-24-071, § 51-54-0200, filed 12/5/05, effective 7/1/06. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-0200, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
307.2.1 Authorization. Where required by state or local law
or regulations, open burning shall only be permitted with
prior approval from the state or local air and water quality
management authority, provided that all conditions specified
in the authorization are followed. See also chapter 173-425 WAC.
307.4.2 Recreational fires. Recreational fires shall not be
conducted within 25 feet of a structure or combustible
material. Conditions which could cause a fire to spread
within 25 feet of a structure shall be eliminated prior to
ignition. See also chapter 173-425 WAC.
((308.3.1)) 308.1.4 Open-flame cooking devices. This section
is not adopted.
((308.3.1.1 Liquefied-petroleum-gas-fueled cooking devices.
This section is not adopted.))
308.1.7 Religious ceremonies. Participants in religious
ceremonies shall not be precluded from carrying hand-held
candles. See RCW 19.27.031(3).
((308.3.4)) 308.1.9 Aisles and exits. Candles shall be
prohibited in areas where occupants stand, or in an aisle or
exit.
| EXCEPTION: | Candles used in religious ceremonies. (( |
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-0300, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.020, 19.27.031, 19.27.074 and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 05-01-016, § 51-54-0300, filed 12/2/04, effective 7/1/05. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-0300, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
((401.2 Approval. Where required by the fire code official,
fire safety plans, emergency procedures, and employee training
programs shall be approved.
SECTION 402 DEFINITIONS
EMERGENCY DRILL. An exercise performed to train staff and
occupants and to evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness
in carrying out emergency procedures.
LOCKDOWN. An action used to position occupants behind secured
openings and isolated from threats.
Full lockdown. Occupants remain out of sight and as
quiet as possible, with only limited authorized entry, exit,
or movement within the building. Occupants in corridors,
common areas, or unsecured areas move quickly to the nearest
secured area.
Modified lockdown. Occupants of a facility are isolated
from potential outside threats by remaining within a building
with exterior doors and other exits secured, and that entry
and exit from the building is limited to that which is
authorized. During a modified lockdown, interior movement and
other activities within the building may be allowed or
restricted in accordance to the lockdown plan.
SHELTER-IN-PLACE. An emergency response used to minimize
exposure of facility occupants to chemical or environmental
hazards by taking refuge in predetermined interior rooms or
areas where actions are taken to isolate the interior
environment from the exterior hazard.
SECTION 404 EMERGENCY PLANS
404.1 General. Fire safety, evacuation, shelter-in-place, and
lockdown plans shall comply with the requirements of this
section.
404.2 Fire safety and evacuation plans. Fire safety and
evacuation plans shall comply with the requirements of
Sections 404.2.1 through 404.2.4.
404.2.1 Where required. A fire safety and evacuation plan
shall be prepared and maintained in accordance with this
chapter for the following occupancies and buildings when
required by the fire code official.
1. Group A having an occupant load of 100 or more.
2. Group B buildings having an occupant load of 500 or
more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the
lowest level of exit discharge.
3. Group E.
4. Group H.
5. Group I.
6. Group R-1.
7. Group R-2 college and university buildings. Boarding
homes, group homes, and residential treatment facilities
licensed by the state of Washington.
8. High-rise buildings.
9. Group M buildings having an occupant load of 500 or
more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the
lowest level of exit discharge.
10. Covered malls exceeding 50,000 sf in aggregate floor
area.
11. Underground buildings.
12. Buildings with an atrium and having an occupancy in
Group A, E, or M.
404.2.2 Contents. Fire safety and evacuation plan contents
shall be in accordance with Sections 404.2.2.1 and 404.2.2.2.
404.2.2.1 Fire evacuation plans. Fire evacuation plans shall
include the following:
1. Emergency egress or escape routes and whether
evacuation of the building is to be complete or, where
approved, by selected floors or areas only.
2. Procedures for employees who must remain to operate
critical equipment before evacuating.
3. Procedures for accounting for employees and occupants
after evacuation has been completed.
4. Identification and assignment of personnel responsible
for rescue or emergency medical aid.
5. The preferred and any alternative means of notifying
occupants of a fire or emergency.
6. The preferred and any alternative means of reporting
fires and other emergencies to the fire department or
designated emergency response organization.
7. Identification and assignment of personnel who can be
contacted for further information or explanation of duties
under the plan.
8. A description of the emergency voice/alarm
communication system alert tone and preprogrammed voice
messages, where provided.
404.2.2.2 Fire safety plans. Fire safety plans shall include
the following:
1. The procedure for reporting a fire or other emergency.
2. The life safety strategy and procedures for notifying,
relocating, or evacuating occupants.
3. Site plans indicating the following:
3.1 The occupancy assembly point.
3.2 The locations of fire hydrants.
3.3 The normal routes of fire department vehicle access.
4. Floor plans identifying the locations of the
following:
4.1 Exits.
4.2 Primary evacuation routes.
4.3 Secondary evacuation routes.
4.4 Accessible egress routes.
4.5 Areas of refuge.
4.6 Manual fire alarm boxes.
4.7 Portable fire extinguishers.
4.8 Occupant-use hose stations.
4.9 Fire alarm annunciators and controls.
5. A list of major fire hazards associated with the
normal use and occupancy of the premises, including
maintenance and housekeeping procedures.
6. Identification and assignment of personnel responsible
for maintenance of systems and equipment installed to prevent
or control fires.
7. Identification and assignment of personnel responsible
for maintenance, housekeeping and controlling fuel hazard
sources.
404.2.3 Maintenance. Fire safety and evacuation plans shall
be reviewed by the owner or occupant annually or more often,
as necessitated by changes in staff assignments, occupancy, or
the physical arrangement of the building.
404.2.4 Availability. Fire safety and evacuation plans shall
be available in the workplace for reference and review by
employees, and copies shall be furnished to the fire code
official for review upon request.
404.3 Shelter-in-place and lockdown plans. Shelter-in-place
and lockdown plans shall comply with the requirements of
Sections 404.3.1 through 404.3.4.
404.3.1 Where required. A shelter-in-place and lockdown plan
shall be prepared and maintained for all Group E occupancies.
404.3.2.1 Shelter-in-place plans. Shelter-in-place plans
shall include the following:
1. Identification of the procedures of initiating the
shelter-in-place plan throughout the facility or campus.
2. Identification of prearranged alert and recall signals
to notify all occupants.
3. Identification of procedures for reporting the
facility is sheltering-in-place to the local emergency
dispatch center.
4. A means of two-way communication between a central
location and each secure area.
5. Identification of protective security measures.
6. Location of emergency supplies.
7. Accountability procedures for staff to report the
presence or absence of occupants.
8. Identification of crisis response team members in
accordance with the National Incident Management System.
9. Actions to be taken in the event of a fire or medical
emergency while sheltering-in-place.
404.3.2.2 Lockdown plans. Lockdown plans shall include the
following:
1. Identification of the procedures of initiating the
lockdown plan throughout the facility or campus.
2. Identification of prearranged alert and recall signals
to notify all occupants.
3. Identification of procedure for access to facility for
emergency responders.
4. Identification of procedures for reporting the
facility is in lockdown to the local emergency dispatch
center.
5. A means of two-way communication between a central
location and each secure area.
6. Identification of protective security measures.
7. Location of emergency supplies.
8. Accountability procedures for staff to report the
presence or absence of occupants.
9. Identification of crisis response team members in
accordance with the National Incident Management System.
10. Actions to be taken in the event of a fire or medical
emergency while in lockdown.
404.3.3 Maintenance. Shelter-in-place and lockdown plans
shall be reviewed by the owner or occupant annually or more
often, as necessitated by changes in staff assignments,
occupancy, or the physical arrangement of the building.
404.3.4 Availability. Shelter-in-place and lockdown plans
shall be available in the workplace for reference and review
by employees, and copies shall be furnished to the fire code
official for review upon request.
Sections 404.4 and 404.5 are not adopted.
SECTION 405 EMERGENCY DRILLS
405.1 General. Emergency drills shall comply with the
requirements of this section.
405.2 Emergency evacuation drills. Emergency evacuation
drills complying with the provisions of this section shall be
conducted at least annually in the occupancies listed in
Section 404.2.1 or when required by the fire code official.
Drills shall be designed in cooperation with the local
authorities.
405.2.1 Frequency. Required emergency evacuation drills shall
be held at the intervals specified in Table 405.2.1 or more
frequently where necessary to familiarize all occupants with
the drill procedure.
TABLE 405.2.1
FIRE AND EVACUATION DRILL
FREQUENCY AND PARTICIPATION
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405.2.3 Time. Drills shall be held at unexpected times and
under varying conditions to simulate the unusual conditions
that occur in case of fire.
405.2.4 Recordkeeping. Records shall be maintained of
required emergency evacuation drills and include the following
information:
1. Identity of the person conducting the drill.
2. Date and time of the drill.
3. Notification method used.
4. Staff members on duty and participating.
5. Number of occupants evacuated.
6. Special conditions simulated.
7. Problems encountered and corrective action taken.
8. Weather conditions when occupants were evacuated.
9. Time required to accomplish complete evacuation.
405.2.5 Notification. Where required by the fire code
official, prior notification of emergency evacuation drills
shall be given to the fire code official.
405.2.6 Initiation. Where a fire alarm system is provided,
emergency evacuation drills shall be initiated by activating
the fire alarm system. The fire alarm monitoring company
shall be notified prior to the activation of the fire alarm
system for drill purposes and again at the conclusion of the
transmission and restoration of the fire alarm system to
normal mode.
405.2.8 Recall and reentry. An electrically or mechanically
operated signal used to recall occupants after an evacuation
shall be separate and distinct from the signal used to
initiate the evacuation. The recall signal initiation means
shall be manually operated and under the control of the person
in charge of the premises or the official in charge of the
incident. No one shall reenter the premises until authorized
to do so by the official in charge.
405.3 Shelter-in-place and lockdown drills. Shelter-in-place
and lockdown drills complying with the provisions of this
section shall be conducted in the occupancies listed in
Section 404.3.1 or when required by the fire code official.
Drills shall be designed in cooperation with local
authorities.
405.3.1 Frequency. Shelter-in-place and lockdown drills
required by this section shall each be held at least annually
to familiarize all occupants with the emergency procedures.
Group E and colocated day cares shall drill jointly.
405.3.2 Leadership. Responsibility for the planning and
conduct of drills shall be assigned to competent persons
designated to exercise leadership.
405.3.3 Time. Drills shall be held at unexpected times and
under varying conditions to simulate the unusual conditions
that occur in case of an emergency.
405.3.4 Recordkeeping. Records shall be maintained of
required shelter-in-place and lockdown drills and include the
following information:
1. Identity of the person conducting the drill.
2. Date and time of the drill.
3. Notification method used.
4. Staff members on duty and participating.
5. Number of occupants sheltered and unaccounted for.
6. Special conditions simulated.
7. Problems encountered and corrective actions taken.
8. Time required to accomplish complete sheltering.
405.3.5 Notification. Where required by the fire code
official, prior notification of shelter-in-place and lockdown
drills shall be given to appropriate emergency response
agencies.
405.3.6 Signals. Alerting signals shall be separate and
distinct from the fire alarm and other signals.
405.3.7 Accountability. Efforts shall be made to determine if
all occupants have been successfully sheltered and accounted
for.
SECTION 406 EMPLOYEE TRAINING AND RESPONSE PROCEDURES
406.1 General. Employees in the occupancies listed in
Sections 404.2.1 and 404.3.1 shall be trained in the
procedures described in their emergency plans. Training shall
be based on these plans and as described in Sections 404.2.2
and 404.3.2.
406.3 Employee training program. Employees shall be trained
in fire prevention, evacuation, fire safety, shelter-in-place,
and lockdown in accordance with Sections 406.3.1 through
406.3.4.
406.3.4 Shelter-in-place and lockdown training. Employees
shall be familiarized with the alert and recall signals, their
assigned duties in the event of an alarm or emergency,
communication system, location of emergency supplies, and the
use of the incident notification and alert system.
SECTION 408 USE AND OCCUPANCY-RELATED REQUIREMENTS
408.2.1 Seating plan. The fire safety and evacuation plans
for assembly occupancies shall include the information
required by Section 404.2.2 and a detailed seating plan,
occupant load, and occupant load limit. Deviations from the
approved plans shall be allowed provided the occupant load
limit for the occupancy is not exceeded and the aisles and
exit accessways remain unobstructed.
408.3.2 Emergency evacuation drill deferral. In severe
climates, the fire code official shall have the authority to
modify the emergency evacuation drill frequency specified in
Section 405.2.1.
408.5.4 Drill frequency. Emergency evacuation drills shall be
conducted at least six times per year, two times per year on
each shift. Twelve drills shall be conducted in the first
year of operation. Drills are not required to comply with the
time requirements of Section 405.2.3.
408.6 Group I-2 occupancies. Group I-2 occupancies shall
comply with the requirements of Sections 408.6.1 and 408.6.2
and Sections 401 through 406. Drills are not required to
comply with the time requirements of Section 405.2.3.
Section 408.10 is not adopted.
408.11.1 Lease plan. A lease plan shall be prepared for each
covered mall building. The plan shall include the following
information in addition to that required by Section 404.2.2.2:
1. Each occupancy, including identification of tenant.
2. Exits from each tenant space.
3. Fire protection features, including the following:
3.1 Fire department connections.
3.2 Fire command center.
3.3 Smoke management system controls.
3.4 Elevators and elevator controls.
3.5 Hose valves outlets.
3.6 Sprinkler and standpipe control valves.
3.7 Automatic fire-extinguishing system areas.
3.8 Automatic fire detector zones.
3.9 Fire barriers.
408.11.1.1 Submittal. The lease plan shall be submitted to
the fire code official, and shall be maintained on-site for
immediate reference by responding fire service personnel.
408.11.1.2 Revisions. The lease plan shall be reviewed and
revised annually or as often as necessary to keep them
current. Modifications or changes in occupancies shall not be
made without prior approval of the fire code official and
building official.)) SECTION 401 GENERAL
401.1 Scope. Reporting of emergencies, coordination with
emergency response forces, emergency plans and procedures for
managing or responding to emergencies shall comply with the
provisions of this section.
| EXCEPTION: | Firms that have approved on-premises firefighting organizations and that are in compliance with approved procedures for fire reporting. |
401.3 Emergency responder notification. Notification of
emergency responders shall be in accordance with Sections
401.3.1 through 401.3.3.
401.3.1 Fire events. In the event an unwanted fire occurs on
a property, the owner or occupant shall immediately report
such condition to the fire department.
401.3.2 Alarm activations. Upon activation of a fire alarm
signal, employees or staff shall immediately notify the fire
department.
401.3.3 Delayed notification. A person shall not, by verbal
or written directive, require any delay in the reporting of a
fire to the fire department.
401.4 Required plan implementation. In the event an unwanted
fire is detected in a building or a fire alarm activates, the
emergency plan shall be implemented.
401.5 Making false report. A person shall not give, signal or
transmit a false alarm.
401.6 Emergency evacuation drills. The sounding of a fire
alarm signal and the carrying out of an emergency evacuation
drill in accordance with the provisions of Section 405 shall
be allowed.
401.7 Unplanned evacuation. Evacuations made necessary by the
unplanned activation of a fire alarm system or by any other
emergency shall not be substituted for a required evacuation
drill.
401.8 Interference with fire department operations. It shall
be unlawful to interfere with, attempt to interfere with,
conspire to interfere with, obstruct or restrict the mobility
of or block the path of travel of a fire department emergency
vehicle in any way, or to interfere with, attempt to interfere
with, conspire to interfere with, obstruct or hamper any fire
department operation.
SECTION 402 DEFINITIONS
402.1 Definition. The following words and terms shall, for
the purposes of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this
code, have the meanings shown herein.
ALARM SIGNAL. See Section 902.1.
ALERT SIGNAL. A distinctive signal indicating the need for
trained personnel and occupants to initiate a specific action,
such as lockdown or shelter-in-place.
ALERT SYSTEM. Approved devices, equipment and systems or
combinations of systems used to transmit or broadcast an alert
signal.
EMERGENCY DRILL. An exercise performed to train staff and
occupants and to evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness
in carrying out emergency procedures.
LOCKDOWN. An emergency situation, in other than a Group I-3
occupancy, requiring that the occupants be sheltered and
secured in place within a building when normal evacuation
would put occupants at risk.
FULL LOCKDOWN. Occupants remain out of sight and as quiet as
possible, with only limited authorized entry, exit, or
movement within the building. Occupants in corridors, common
areas, or unsecured areas move quickly to the nearest secured
area.
MODIFIED LOCKDOWN. Occupants of a facility are isolated from
potential outside threats by remaining within a building with
exterior doors and other exits secured, and that entry and
exit from the building is limited to that which is authorized.
During a modified lockdown, interior movement and other
activities within the building may be allowed or restricted in
accordance to the lockdown plan.
SHELTER-IN-PLACE. An emergency response used to minimize
exposure of facility occupants to chemical or environmental
hazards by taking refuge in predetermined interior rooms or
areas where actions are taken to isolate the interior
environment from the exterior hazard.
RECALL SIGNAL. An electrically or mechanically operated signal
used to recall occupants after an emergency drill or to
terminate a lockdown or shelter-in-place event that shall be
distinct from any alarm or alert signal used to initiate an
emergency plan, or other signals.
SECTION 403 PUBLIC ASSEMBLAGES AND EVENTS
403.1 Fire watch personnel. When, in the opinion of the fire
code official, it is essential for public safety in a place of
assembly or any other place where people congregate, because
of the number of persons, or the nature of the performance,
exhibition, display, contest or activity, the owner, agent or
lessee shall provide one or more fire watch personnel, as
required and approved, to remain on duty during the times such
places are open to the public, or when such activity is being
conducted.
403.1.1 Duties. Fire watch personnel shall keep diligent
watch for fires, obstructions to means of egress and other
hazards during the time such place is open to the public or
such activity is being conducted and take prompt measures for
remediation of hazards, extinguishment of fires that occur and
assist in the evacuation of the public from the structures.
403.2 Public safety plan. In other than Group A or E
occupancies, where the fire code official determines that an
indoor or outdoor gathering of persons has an adverse impact
on public safety through diminished access to buildings,
structures, fire hydrants and fire apparatus access roads or
where such gatherings adversely affect public safety services
of any kind, the fire code official shall have the authority
to order the development of, or prescribe a plan for, the
provision of an approved level of public safety.
403.2.1 Contents. The public safety plan, where required by
Section 403.2, shall address such items as emergency vehicle
ingress and egress, fire protection, emergency medical
services, public assembly areas and the directing of both
attendees and vehicles (including the parking of vehicles),
vendor and food concession distribution, and the need for the
presence of law enforcement, and fire and emergency medical
services personnel at the event.
403.3 Crowd managers. Trained crowd managers shall be
provided for facilities or events where more than 1,000
persons congregate. The minimum number of crowd managers
shall be established at a ratio of one crowd manager to every
250 persons. Where approved by the fire code official, the
ratio of crowd managers shall be permitted to be reduced where
the facility is equipped throughout with an approved automatic
sprinkler system or based upon the nature of the event.
SECTION 404 FIRE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PLANS
404.1 General. Fire safety, evacuation, shelter-in-place and
lockdown plans and associated drills shall comply with the
requirements of Sections 404.2 through 404.5.1.
404.2 Fire safety and evacuation plans. Fire safety and
evacuation plans shall comply with the requirements of
Sections 404.2.1 through 404.2.2.2.
404.2.1 Where required. An approved fire safety and
evacuation plan shall be prepared and maintained for the
following occupancies and buildings.
1. Group A having an occupant load of 100 or more.
2. Group B buildings having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
3. Group E.
4. Group F buildings having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
5. Group H.
6. Group I.
7. Group R-1.
8. Group R-2 college and university buildings. Boarding homes, group homes, and residential treatment facilities licensed by the state of Washington.
9. High-rise buildings.
10. Group M buildings having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge.
11. Covered malls exceeding 50,000 square feet (4645 m2) in aggregate floor area.
12. Underground buildings.
13. Buildings with an atrium and having an occupancy in Group A, E or M.
404.2.2 Contents. Fire evacuation and safety plan contents
shall be in accordance with Sections 404.2.2.1 and 404.2.2.2.
404.2.2.1 Fire evacuation plans. Fire evacuation plans shall
include the following:
1. Emergency egress or escape routes and whether evacuation of the building is to be complete or, where approved, by selected floors or areas only.
2. Procedures for employees who must remain to operate critical equipment before evacuating.
3. Procedures for assisted rescue for persons unable to use the general means of egress unassisted.
4. Procedures for accounting for employees and occupants after evacuation has been completed.
5. Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for rescue or emergency medical aid.
6. The preferred and any alternative means of notifying occupants of a fire.
7. The preferred and any alternative means of reporting fires and other emergencies to the fire department or designated emergency response organization.
8. Identification and assignment of personnel who can be contacted for further information or explanation of duties under the plan.
9. A description of the emergency voice/alarm communication system alert tone and preprogrammed voice messages, where provided.
404.2.2.2 Fire safety plans. Fire safety plans shall include
the following:
1. The procedure for reporting a fire or other emergency.
2. The life safety strategy and procedures for notifying, relocating or evacuating occupants, including occupants who need assistance.
3. Site plans indicating the following:
3.1. The occupancy assembly point.
3.2. The locations of fire hydrants.
3.3. The normal routes of fire department vehicle
access.
4. Floor plans identifying the locations of the following:
4.1. Exits.
4.2. Primary evacuation routes.
4.3. Secondary evacuation routes.
4.4. Accessible egress routes.
4.5. Areas of refuge.
4.6. Exterior areas for assisted rescue.
4.7. Manual fire alarm boxes.
4.8. Portable fire extinguishers.
4.9. Occupant-use hose stations.
4.10. Fire alarm annunciators and controls.
5. A list of major fire hazards associated with the normal use and occupancy of the premises, including maintenance and housekeeping procedures.
6. Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance of systems and equipment installed to prevent or control fires.
7. Identification and assignment of personnel responsible for maintenance, housekeeping and controlling fuel hazard sources.
404.3 Shelter-in-place and lockdown plans. Shelter-in-place
and lockdown plans shall comply with the requirements of
Sections 404.3.1 through 404.3.3.
404.3.1 Where required. A shelter-in-place and lockdown plan
shall be prepared and maintained for all Group E occupancies.
| EXCEPTION: | Day cares not colocated on a Group E campus. |
1. Identification of the procedures of initiating the shelter-in-place plan throughout the facility or campus.
2. Identification of prearranged alert and recall signals to notify all occupants.
3. Identification of procedures for reporting the facility is sheltering-in-place to the local emergency dispatch center.
4. A means of two-way communication between a central location and each secure area, and consideration for maintaining means of communication in absence of primary power.
5. Identification of protective security measures.
6. Location of emergency supplies.
7. Accountability procedures for staff to report the presence or absence of occupants.
8. Identification of crisis response team members in accordance with the National Incident Management System.
9. Actions to be taken in the event of a fire or medical emergency while sheltering-in-place.
404.3.3 Lockdown plan contents. Lockdown plans shall include
the following:
1. Identification of the procedures of initiating the lockdown plan throughout the facility or campus.
2. Identification of prearranged alert and recall signals to notify all occupants.
3. Identification of procedures for access to the facility for emergency responders.
4. Identification of procedures for reporting the facility is in lockdown to the local emergency dispatch center.
5. A means of two-way communication between a central location and each secure area, and consideration for maintaining means of communication in absence of primary power.
6. Identification of protective security measures.
7. Location of emergency supplies.
8. Accountability procedures for staff to report the presence or absence of occupants.
9. Identification of crisis response team members in accordance with the National Incident Management System emergency while in lockdown.
10. Actions to be taken in the event of a fire or medical emergency while in lockdown.
404.4 Maintenance. Emergency plans shall be reviewed or
updated annually or as necessitated by changes in staff
assignments, occupancy or the physical arrangement of the
building.
404.5 Availability. Emergency plans shall be available in the
workplace for reference and review by employees, and copies
shall be furnished to the fire code official for review upon
request.
404.5.1 Distribution. The fire safety and evacuation plans
shall be distributed to the tenants and building service
employees by the owner or owner's agent. Tenants shall
distribute to their employees applicable parts of the fire
safety plan affecting the employees' actions in the event of a
fire or other emergency.
SECTION 405 EMERGENCY DRILLS
405.1 General. Emergency drills complying with the provisions
of this section shall be conducted at least annually in the
occupancies listed in Section 404.2.1 or when required by the
fire code official. Drills shall be designed in cooperation
with the local authorities.
405.2 Frequency. Required emergency drills shall be held at
the intervals specified in Table 405.2 or more frequently
where necessary to familiarize all occupants with the drill
procedure.
405.2.1 Group E occupancies. The occupancy shall conduct at a
minimum the following drills during the year.
1. One drill using the school mapping information system.
| EXCEPTION: | Day cares not colocated on a school campus. |
3. One shelter-in-place drill.
4. One lockdown drill.
TABLE 405.2
EMERGENCY DRILL FREQUENCY AND PARTICIPATION
| GROUP OR OCCUPANCY | FREQUENCY | PARTICIPATION |
| Group A | Quarterly | Employees |
| Group Bc | Annually | Employees |
| Group E | Monthlya,e | All Occupants |
| Group F | Annually | Employees |
| Group I | Quarterly on each shift | Employeesb |
| Group R-1 | Quarterly on each shift | Employees |
| Group R-2f | Quarterly on each shift | Employees |
| Group R-2d | Four Annually | All Occupants |
| High-rise buildings | Annually | Employees |
| a. The frequency shall be allowed to be modified in accordance with Section 408.3.2. | |
| b. Fire and evacuation drills in residential care assisted living facilities shall include complete evacuation of the premises in accordance with Section 408.10.5. Where occupants receive habilitation or rehabilitation training, fire prevention and fire safety practices shall be included as part of the training program. | |
| c. Group B buildings having an occupant load of 500 or more persons or more than 100 persons above or below the lowest level of exit discharge. | |
| d. Applicable to Group R-2 college and university buildings in accordance with Section 408.3. | |
| e. Day cares colocated on a Group E campus shall participate in emergency drills occurring on the campus. | |
| f. Applicable to boarding homes, group homes, and residential treatment facilities licensed by the state of Washington. |
405.4 Time. Drills shall be held at unexpected times and
under varying conditions to simulate the unusual conditions
that occur in case of an emergency.
405.5 Recordkeeping. Records shall be maintained of required
emergency evacuation drills and include the following
information:
1. Identity of the person conducting the drill.
2. Date and time of the drill.
3. Notification method used.
4. Staff members on duty and participating.
5. Number of occupants participating.
6. Special conditions simulated.
7. Problems encountered and corrective actions taken.
8. Weather conditions when occupants were evacuated.
9. Time required to accomplish complete evacuation, lockdown, or shelter-in-place.
405.6 Notification. Where required by the fire code official,
prior notification of emergency drills shall be given to the
fire code official.
405.7 Initiation. Emergency drills shall be initiated in
accordance with Sections 405.7.1 through 405.7.3.
405.7.1 Fire evacuation drills. Where a fire alarm system is
provided, emergency evacuation drills shall be initiated by
activating the fire alarm system. The fire alarm monitoring
company shall be notified prior to the activation of the fire
alarm system for drill proposed and again at the conclusion of
the transmission and restoration of the fire alarm system to
normal mode.
| EXCEPTION: | Drills conducted between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., in Group R-2 boarding homes, group homes, and residential treatment facilities licensed by the state of Washington. |
405.7.3 Lockdown drills. Lockdown drills shall be initiated
by the lockdown alert signal.
405.8 Accountability. As building occupants arrive at the
assembly point, efforts shall be made to determine if all
occupants have been successfully evacuated and/or have been
accounted for in the lockdown or shelter-in-place.
405.9 Recall and reentry. The recall signal initiation means
shall be manually operated and under the control of the person
in charge of the premises or the official in charge of the
incident. No one shall reenter the premises until authorized
to do so by the official in charge.
SECTION 406 EMPLOYEE TRAINING AND RESPONSE PROCEDURES
406.1 General. Employees in the occupancies listed in Section
404.2.1 shall be trained in the emergency procedures described
in their emergency plans. Training shall be based on these
plans and as described in Section 404.2 and 404.3.
406.2 Frequency. Employees shall receive training in the
contents of the emergency plans and their duties as part of
new employee orientation and at least annually thereafter.
Records shall be kept and made available to the fire code
official upon request.
406.3 Employee training program. Employees shall be trained
in fire prevention, evacuation, sheltering-in-place, lockdown
and fire safety in accordance with Sections 406.3.1 through
406.3.4.
406.3.1 Fire prevention training. Employees shall be apprised
of the fire hazards of the materials and processes to which
they are exposed. Each employee shall be instructed in the
proper procedures for preventing fires in the conduct of their
assigned duties.
406.3.2 Evacuation training. Employees shall be familiarized
with the fire alarm and evacuation signals, their assigned
duties in the event of an alarm or emergency, evacuation
routes, areas of refuge, exterior assembly areas and
procedures for evacuation.
406.3.3 Emergency shelter-in-place and lockdown training.
Where a facility has a shelter-in-place or lockdown plan,
employees shall be trained on the alert and recall signals,
communication system, location of emergency supplies, the use
of the incident notification and alarm system, and their
assigned duties and procedures in the event of an alarm or
emergency.
406.3.4 Fire safety training. Employees assigned firefighting
duties shall be trained to know the locations and proper use
of portable fire extinguishers or other manual firefighting
equipment and the protective clothing or equipment required
for its safe and proper use.
SECTION 407 HAZARD COMMUNICATION
407.1 General. The provisions of Sections 407.2 through 407.7
shall be applicable where hazardous materials subject to
permits under Section 2701.5 are located on the premises or
where required by the fire code official.
407.2 Material safety data sheets. Material safety data
sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials shall be either
readily available on the premises as a paper copy, or where
approved, shall be permitted to be readily retrievable by
electronic access.
407.3 Identification. Individual containers of hazardous
materials, cartons or packages shall be marked or labeled in
accordance with applicable federal regulations. Buildings,
rooms and spaces containing hazardous materials shall be
identified by hazard warning signs in accordance with Section
2703.5.
407.4 Training. Persons responsible for the operation of
areas in which hazardous materials are stored, dispensed,
handled or used shall be familiar with the chemical nature of
the materials and the appropriate mitigating actions necessary
in the event of a fire, leak or spill. Responsible persons
shall be designated and trained to be liaison personnel for
the fire department. These persons shall aid the fire
department in preplanning emergency responses and
identification of the locations where hazardous materials are
located, and shall have access to material safety data sheets
and be knowledgeable in the site emergency response
procedures.
407.5 Hazardous materials inventory statement. Where required
by the fire code official, each application for a permit shall
include a hazardous materials inventory statement (HMIS) in
accordance with Section 2701.5.2.
407.6 Hazardous materials management plan. Where required by
the fire code official, each application for a permit shall
include a hazardous materials management plan (HMMP) in
accordance with Section 2701.5.1. The fire code official is
authorized to accept a similar plan required by other
regulations.
407.7 Facility closure plans. The permit holder or applicant
shall submit to the fire code official a facility closure plan
in accordance with Section 2701.6.3 to terminate storage,
dispensing, handling or use of hazardous materials.
SECTION 408 USE AND OCCUPANCY-RELATED REQUIREMENTS
408.1 General. In addition to the other requirements of this
chapter, the provisions of this section are applicable to
specific occupancies listed herein.
408.2 Group A occupancies. Group A occupancies shall comply
with the requirements of Sections 408.2.1 and 408.2.2 and
Sections 401 through 406.
408.2.1 Seating plan. The fire safety and evacuation plans
for assembly occupancies shall include the information
required by Section 404.3 and a detailed seating plan,
occupant load and occupant load limit. Deviations from the
approved plans shall be allowed provided the occupant load
limit for the occupancy is not exceeded and the aisles and
exit accessways remain unobstructed.
408.2.2 Announcements. In theaters, motion picture theaters,
auditoriums and similar assembly occupancies in Group A used
for noncontinuous programs, an audible announcement shall be
made not more than 10 minutes prior to the start of each
program to notify the occupants of the location of the exits
to be used in the event of a fire or other emergency.
| EXCEPTION: | In motion picture theaters, the announcement is allowed to be projected upon the screen in a manner approved by the fire code official. |
408.3.1 First emergency evacuation drill. The first emergency
evacuation drill of each school year shall be conducted within
10 days of the beginning of classes.
408.3.2 Emergency evacuation drill deferral. In severe
climates, the fire code official shall have the authority to
modify the emergency evacuation drill frequency specified in
Section 405.2.
408.3.3 Time of day. Emergency evacuation drills shall be
conducted at different hours of the day or evening, during the
changing of classes, when the school is at assembly, during
the recess or gymnastic periods, or during other times to
avoid distinction between drills and actual fires. In Group
R-2 college and university buildings, one required drill shall
be held during hours after sunset or before sunrise.
408.3.4 Assembly points. Outdoor assembly areas shall be
designated and shall be located a safe distance from the
building being evacuated so as to avoid interference with fire
department operations. The assembly areas shall be arranged
to keep each class separate to provide accountability of all
individuals.
408.4 Group H-5 occupancies. Group H-5 occupancies shall
comply with the requirements of Sections 408.4.1 through
408.4.4 and Sections 401 through 407.
408.4.1 Plans and diagrams. In addition to the requirements
of Sections 404 and 407.6, plans and diagrams shall be
maintained in approved locations indicating the approximate
plan for each area, the amount and type of HPM stored, handled
and used, locations of shutoff valves for HPM supply piping,
emergency telephone locations and locations of exits.
408.4.2 Plan updating. The plans and diagrams required by
Section 408.4.1 shall be maintained up to date and the fire
code official and fire department shall be informed of all
major changes.
408.4.3 Emergency response team. Responsible persons shall be
designated the on-site emergency response team and trained to
be liaison personnel for the fire department. These persons
shall aid the fire department in preplanning emergency
responses, identifying locations where HPM is stored, handled
and used, and be familiar with the chemical nature of such
material. An adequate number of personnel for each work shift
shall be designated.
408.4.4 Emergency drills. Emergency drills of the on-site
emergency response team shall be conducted on a regular basis
but not less than once every three months. Records of drills
conducted shall be maintained.
408.5 Group I-1 occupancies. Group I-1 occupancies shall
comply with the requirements of Sections 408.5.1 through
408.5.5 and Sections 401 through 406.
408.5.1 Fire safety and evacuation plan. The fire safety and
evacuation plan required by Section 404 shall include special
staff actions including fire protection procedures necessary
for residents and shall be amended or revised upon admission
of any resident with unusual needs.
408.5.2 Staff training. Employees shall be periodically
instructed and kept informed of their duties and
responsibilities under the plan. Such instruction shall be
reviewed by the staff at least every two months. A copy of
the plan shall be readily available at all times within the
facility.
408.5.3 Resident training. Residents capable of assisting in
their own evacuation shall be trained in the proper actions to
take in the event of a fire. The training shall include
actions to take if the primary escape route is blocked. Where
the resident is given rehabilitation or habilitation training,
training in fire prevention and actions to take in the event
of a fire shall be a part of the rehabilitation training
program. Residents shall be trained to assist each other in
case of fire to the extent their physical and mental abilities
permit them to do so without additional personal risk.
408.5.4 Drill frequency. Emergency evacuation drills shall be
conducted at least six times per year, two times per year on
each shift. Twelve drills shall be conducted in the first
year of operation. Drills are not required to comply with the
time requirements of Section 405.4.
408.5.5 Resident participation. Emergency evacuation drills
shall involve the actual evacuation of residents to a selected
assembly point.
408.6 Group I-2 occupancies. Group I-2 occupancies shall
comply with the requirements of Sections 408.6.1 and 408.6.2
and Sections 401 through 406. Drills are not required to
comply with the time requirements of Section 405.4.
408.6.1 Evacuation not required. During emergency evacuation
drills, the movement of patients to safe areas or to the
exterior of the building is not required.
408.6.2 Coded alarm signal. When emergency evacuation drills
are conducted after visiting hours or when patients or
residents are expected to be asleep, a coded announcement is
allowed instead of audible alarms.
408.7 Group I-3 occupancies. Group I-3 occupancies shall
comply with the requirements of Sections 408.7.1 through
408.7.4 and Sections 401 through 406.
408.7.1 Employee training. Employees shall be instructed in
the proper use of portable fire extinguishers and other manual
fire suppression equipment. Training of new staff shall be
provided promptly upon entrance on duty. Refresher training
shall be provided at least annually.
408.7.2 Staffing. Group I-3 occupancies shall be provided
with 24-hour staffing. Staff shall be within three floors or
300 feet (91,440 mm) horizontal distance of the access door of
each resident housing area. In Use Conditions 3, 4 and 5, as
defined in Chapter 2, the arrangement shall be such that the
staff involved can start release of locks necessary for
emergency evacuation or rescue and initiate other necessary
emergency actions within 2 minutes of an alarm.
| EXCEPTION: | Staff shall not be required to be within three floors or 300 feet (9144 mm) in areas in which all locks are unlocked remotely and automatically in accordance with Section 408.4 of the International Building Code. |
408.7.4 Keys. Keys necessary for unlocking doors installed in
a means of egress shall be individually identifiable by both
touch and sight.
408.8 Group R-1 occupancies. Group R-1 occupancies shall
comply with the requirements of Sections 408.8.1 through
408.8.3 and Sections 401 through 406.
408.8.1 Evacuation diagrams. A diagram depicting two
evacuation routes shall be posted on or immediately adjacent
to every required egress door from each hotel, motel or
dormitory sleeping unit.
408.8.2 Emergency duties. Upon discovery of a fire or
suspected fire, hotel, motel and dormitory employees shall
perform the following duties:
1. Activate the fire alarm system, where provided.
2. Notify the public fire department.
3. Take other action as previously instructed.
408.8.3 Fire safety and evacuation instructions. Information
shall be provided in the fire safety and evacuation plan
required by Section 404 to allow guests to decide whether to
evacuate to the outside, evacuate to an area of refuge, remain
in place, or any combination of the three.
408.9 Group R-2 occupancies. Group R-2 occupancies shall
comply with the requirements of Sections 408.9.1 through
408.9.3 and Sections 401 through 406.
408.9.1 Emergency guide. A fire emergency guide shall be
provided which describes the location, function and use of
fire protection equipment and appliances accessible to
residents, including fire alarm systems, smoke alarms, and
portable fire extinguishers. The guide shall also include an
emergency evacuation plan for each dwelling unit.
408.9.2 Maintenance. Emergency guides shall be reviewed and
approved in accordance with Section 401.2.
408.9.3 Distribution. A copy of the emergency guide shall be
given to each tenant prior to initial occupancy.
408.10 Group R-4 occupancies. This section is not adopted.
408.11 Covered mall buildings. Covered mall buildings shall
comply with the provisions of Sections 408.11.1 through
408.11.3.
408.11.1 Lease plan. A lease plan shall be prepared for each
covered mall building. The plan shall include the following
information in addition to that required by Section 404.3.2:
1. Each occupancy, including identification of tenant.
2. Exits from each tenant space.
3. Fire protection features, including the following:
3.1. Fire department connections.
3.2. Fire command center.
3.3. Smoke management system controls.
3.4. Elevators, elevator machine rooms and controls.
3.5. Hose valve outlets.
3.6. Sprinkler and standpipe control valves.
3.7. Automatic fire-extinguishing system areas.
3.8. Automatic fire detector zones.
3.9. Fire barriers.
408.11.1.1 Submittal. The lease plan shall be submitted to
the fire code official, and shall be maintained on-site for
immediate reference by responding fire service personnel.
408.11.1.2 Revisions. The lease plans shall be reviewed and
revised annually or as often as necessary to keep them
current. Modifications or changes in tenants or occupancies
shall not be made without prior approval of the fire code
official and building official.
408.11.2 Tenant identification. Each occupied tenant space
provided with a secondary exit to the exterior or exit
corridor shall be provided with tenant identification by
business name and/or address. Letters and numbers shall be
posted on the corridor side of the door, be plainly legible
and shall contrast with their background.
| EXCEPTION: | Tenant identification is not required for anchor stores. |
1. Kept free from the storage of any materials.
2. Separated from the remainder of the building by partitions of at least 0.5-inch-thick (12.7 mm) gypsum board or an approved equivalent to the underside of the ceiling of the adjoining tenant spaces.
3. Without doors or other access openings other than one door that shall be kept key locked in the closed position except during that time when opened for inspection.
4. Kept free from combustible waste and be broom swept clean.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.190, 19.27.020, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 09-04-027, § 51-54-0400, filed 1/28/09, effective 7/1/09. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-0400, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.020, 19.27.031, 19.27.074 and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 05-01-016, § 51-54-0400, filed 12/2/04, effective 7/1/05.]
SECTION 503 FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS.
503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be
provided and maintained in accordance with locally adopted
street, road, and access standards.
503.1.1 Buildings and facilities, is not adopted.
503.1.2 Additional access, is not adopted.
503.1.3 High-piled storage, is not adopted.
503.2 Specifications. This section is not adopted.
503.3 Marking. This section is not adopted.
503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads. This
section is not adopted.
((508.3)) 507.3 Fire flow. Fire flow requirements for
buildings or portions of buildings and facilities shall be
determined by an approved method.
| EXCEPTION: | Fire flow is not required for structures under 500 square feet with a B, U or R-1 occupancy where structures are at least 30 feet from any other structure and are used only for recreation. |
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-0500, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-0500, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
SECTION 609 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOODS
[M] 609.2 Where required. A Type I hood shall be installed at
or above all commercial cooking appliances and domestic
cooking appliances used for commercial purposes that produce
grease laden vapors.
| EXCEPTION: | A Type I hood shall not be required to be installed in R-2 occupancies licensed by the state of Washington. |
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Reviser's note: The brackets and enclosed material in the text of the above section occurred in the copy filed by the agency and appear in the Register pursuant to the requirements of RCW 34.08.040.
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 07-01-093, filed 12/19/06,
effective 7/1/07)
WAC 51-54-0800
Chapter 8 -- Interior finish, decorative
materials and furnishings.
((801.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern
interior finish, interior trim, furniture, furnishings,
decorative materials and decorative vegetation in buildings.
Sections 803 through 808 of this code shall be applicable to
existing buildings. Section 803 of the International Building
Code and Sections 804 through 808 of this code shall be
applicable to new buildings.))
806.1.1 Restricted occupancies. Natural cut trees shall be
prohibited in the following occupancies:
1. Group I((-1, I-2, I-3, I-4,)); and
2. R-2 Occupancies providing licensed care to clients in
one of the categories listed in IBC Section 310.1
((regulated)) licensed by ((either the)) Washington
((department of health or the department of social and health
services)) state.
806.1.2 Support devices. The support device that holds the
tree in an upright position shall be of a type that is stable
and that meets all of the following criteria:
1. The device shall hold the tree securely and be of adequate size to avoid tipping over of the tree.
2. The device shall be capable of containing a minimum supply of water in accordance with Table 806.1.2.
3. The water level, when full, shall cover the tree stem at least 2 inches (51 mm). The water level shall be maintained above the fresh cut and checked at least once daily.
((806.1.3 Dryness. The tree shall be removed from the
building whenever the tree needles or leaves fall off readily
when a tree branch is shaken or if the needles are brittle and
break when bent between the thumb and the index finger, or
whenever determined necessary by the fire code official. The
tree shall be checked daily for dryness.))
Table 806.1.2 -- Support Stand Water Capacity
| Tree Stem Diameter (inches) | Minimum Support Stand Water Capacity (gallons) | Typical Daily Water Transpiration Amount (gallons) |
| Up to 4 | 1 | 1/4 to 1 |
| 4 to 6 | 1 1/2 | 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 |
| 7 to 8 | 2 | 1 3/4 to 2 |
| 9 to 12 | 3 | 2 1/4 to 3 |
| 13 and over | 4 | Over 3 |
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-0800, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.020, 19.27.031, 19.27.074 and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 05-01-016, § 51-54-0800, filed 12/2/04, effective 7/1/05.]
902.1 Definitions.
ALERT SIGNAL. See Section 402.1.
ALERTING SYSTEM. See Section 402.1.
PORTABLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM. A structure, transportable in one or
more sections, which requires a chassis to be transported, and
is designed to be used as an educational space with or without
a permanent foundation. The structure shall be trailerable
and capable of being demounted and relocated to other
locations as needs arise.
((903.2.2)) 903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system
shall be provided for Group E Occupancies.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Portable school classrooms, provided aggregate area of any cluster or portion of a cluster of portable
school classrooms does not exceed 5,000 square feet (1465 m2); and clusters of portable school
classrooms shall be separated as required (( |
| 2. Group E Occupancies with an occupant load of 50 or less, calculated in accordance with Table 1004.1.1. |
| EXCEPTION: | Group R-1 if all of the following conditions apply: |
| 1. The Group R fire area is no more than 500 square feet and is used for recreational use only. | |
| 2. The Group R fire area is on only one story. | |
| 3. The Group R fire area does not include a basement. | |
| 4. The Group R fire area is no closer than 30 feet from another structure. | |
| 5. Cooking is not allowed within the Group R fire area. | |
| 6. The Group R fire area has an occupant load of no more than 8. | |
| 7. A hand held (portable) fire extinguisher is in every Group R fire area. |
SECTION 906 -- PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
906.1 Where required. Portable fire extinguishers shall be
installed in the following locations:
1. In new and existing Group A, B, E, F, H, I, M, R-1, R-2, R-4 and S occupancies.
2. Within 30 feet (9144 mm) of commercial cooking equipment.
3. In areas where flammable or combustible liquids are stored, used or dispensed.
4. On each floor of structures under construction, except Group R-3 occupancies, in accordance with Section 1415.1.
5. Where required by the sections indicated in Table 906.l.
6. Special-hazard areas, including, but not limited to, laboratories, computer rooms and generator rooms, where required by the fire code official.
SECTION 907 -- FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS
[F] 907.2.8 Group R-1. Fire alarm systems, smoke alarms and
carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed in Group R-1
occupancies as required in this section and Section 907.2.8.4.
[F] 907.2.8.4. Carbon monoxide alarms. For new construction,
an approved carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed by
January 1, 2011, outside of each separate sleeping area in the
immediate vicinity of the bedroom in sleeping units. In a
building where a tenancy exists, the tenant shall maintain the
CO alarm as specified by the manufacturer including
replacement of the batteries.
[F] 907.2.8.4.1 Existing sleeping units. Existing sleeping
units shall be equipped with carbon monoxide alarms by July 1,
2011.
[F] 907.2.8.4.2 Alarm requirements. Single station carbon
monoxide alarms shall be listed as complying with UL 2034 and
shall be installed in accordance with this code and the
manufacturer's installation instructions.
[F] 907.2.9 Group R-2. Fire alarm systems, smoke alarms and
carbon monoxide alarms shall be installed in Group R-2
occupancies as required in Sections 907.2.9.1 through
907.2.9.3.
907.2.9.1 Group R-2 boarding homes. A manual fire alarm
system shall be installed in Group R-2 occupancies where the
building contains a boarding home licensed by the state of
Washington.
| EXCEPTION: | In boarding homes licensed by the state of Washington, manual fire alarm boxes in resident sleeping areas shall not be required at exits if located at all constantly attended staff locations, provided such staff locations are visible, continuously accessible, located on each floor, and positioned so no portion of the story exceeds a horizontal travel distance of 200 feet to a manual fire alarm box. |
[F] 907.2.9.3.1 Existing dwelling units. Existing dwelling
units shall be equipped with carbon monoxide alarms by July 1,
2011.
[F] 907.2.10 Group R-3. Carbon monoxide alarms shall be
installed in Group R-3 occupancies as required in Sections
907.2.10.1 through 907.2.10.3.
[F] 907.2.l0.1 Carbon monoxide alarms. For new construction,
an approved carbon monoxide alarm shall be installed by
January 1, 2011, outside of each separate sleeping area in the
immediate vicinity of the bedroom in dwelling units. In a
building where a tenancy exists, the tenant shall maintain the
CO alarm as specified by the manufacturer including
replacement of the batteries.
[F] 907.2.10.2 Existing dwelling units. Existing dwelling
units shall be equipped with carbon monoxide alarms by July 1,
2011.
| EXCEPTION: | Owner-occupied Group R-3 residences legally occupied prior to July 1, 2010. |
909.6.3 Elevator shaft pressurization. Where elevator shaft
pressurization is required to comply with Exception 6 of IBC
Section ((707.14.1)) 708.14.1, the pressurization system shall
comply with and be maintained in accordance with IBC
((707.14.2)) 708.14.2.
909.6.3.1 Activation. The elevator shaft pressurization
system shall be activated by a fire alarm system which shall
include smoke detectors or other approved detectors located
near the elevator shaft on each floor as approved by the
building official and fire code official. If the building has
a fire alarm panel, detectors shall be connected to, with
power supplied by, the fire alarm panel.
909.6.3.2 Power system. The power source for the fire alarm
system and the elevator shaft pressurization system shall be
in accordance with Section 909.11.
SECTION 915 ALERTING SYSTEMS
915.1 General. An approved alerting system shall be provided
in buildings and structures as required in chapter 4 and this
section, unless other requirements are provided by another
section of this code.
| EXCEPTION: | Approved alerting systems in existing buildings, structures or occupancies. |
| EXCEPTION: | Systems which do not require electrical power to operate. |
915.4 Combination system. Alerting system components and
equipment shall be allowed to be used for other purposes.
915.4.1 System priority. The alerting system use shall take
precedence over any other use.
915.4.2 Fire alarm system. Fire alarm systems sharing
components and equipment with alerting systems must be in
accordance with Section 6.8.4 of NFPA 72.
915.4.2.1 Signal priority. Recorded or live alert signals
generated by an alerting system that shares components with a
fire alarm system shall, when actuated, take priority over
fire alarm messages and signals.
915.4.2.2 Temporary deactivation. Should the fire alarm
system be in the alarm mode when such an alerting system is
actuated, it shall temporarily cause deactivation of all fire
alarm-initiated audible messages or signals during the time
period required to transmit the alert signal.
915.4.2.3 Supervisory signal. Deactivation of fire alarm
audible and visual notification signals shall cause a
supervisory signal for each notification zone affected in the
fire alarm system.
915.5 Audibility. Audible characteristics of the alert signal
shall be in accordance with Section 7.4.1 of NFPA 72
throughout the area served by the alerting system.
| EXCEPTION: | Areas served by approved visual or textual notification, where the visible notification appliances are not also used as a fire alarm signal, are not required to be provided with audibility complying with Section 915.6. |
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.190, 19.27.020, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 09-04-027, § 51-54-0900, filed 1/28/09, effective 7/1/10; 08-01-101, § 51-54-0900, filed 12/18/07, effective 4/1/08. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-0900, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.020, 19.27.031, 19.27.074 and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 05-24-071, § 51-54-0900, filed 12/5/05, effective 7/1/06. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-0900, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
Reviser's note: The brackets and enclosed material in the text of the above section occurred in the copy filed by the agency and appear in the Register pursuant to the requirements of RCW 34.08.040.
NEW SECTION
WAC 51-54-1007
Section 1007 -- Accessible means of egress.
1007.1 Accessible means of egress required. Accessible means
of egress shall comply with this section. Accessible spaces
shall be provided with not less than one accessible means of
egress. Where more than one means of egress are required by
Section 1015.1 or 1021.1 from any accessible space, each
accessible portion of the space shall be served by not less
than two accessible means of egress.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Accessible means of egress are not required in alterations to existing buildings. |
| 2. One accessible means of egress is required from an accessible mezzanine level in accordance with Section 1007.3, 1007.4 or 1007.5. | |
| 3. In assembly areas with sloped or stepped aisles, one accessible means of egress is permitted where the common path of travel is accessible and meets the requirements in Section 1028.8. | |
| 4. In parking garages, accessible means of egress are not required to serve parking areas that do not contain accessible parking spaces. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Two-way communication systems are not required at the elevator landing where two-way communication is provided within the areas of refuge in accordance with Section 1007.6.3. |
| 2. Two-way communication systems are not required on floors provided with exit ramps conforming to provisions of Section 1010. |
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1008.1.9.3 Locks and latches. Locks and latches shall be
permitted to prevent operation of doors where any of the
following exists:
1. Places of detention or restraint.
2. In buildings in occupancy Group A having an occupant load of 300 or less, Groups B, F, M and S, and in places of religious worship, the main exterior door or doors are permitted to be equipped with key-operated locking devices from the egress side provided:
2.1 The locking device is readily distinguishable as locked;
2.2 A readily visible sign is posted on the egress side on or adjacent to the door stating: THIS DOOR TO REMAIN UNLOCKED WHEN BUILDING IS OCCUPIED. The sign shall be in letters 1 inch (25 mm) high on a contrasting background; and
2.3 The use of the key-operated locking device is revocable by the building official for due cause.
3. Where egress doors are used in pairs, approved automatic flush bolts shall be permitted to be used, provided that the door leaf having the automatic flush bolts has no doorknob or surface-mounted hardware.
4. Doors from individual dwelling or sleeping units of Group R occupancies having an occupant load of 10 or less are permitted to be equipped with a night latch, dead bolt, or security chain, provided such devices are openable from the inside without the use of a key or a tool.
5. Fire doors after the minimum elevated temperature has disabled the unlatching mechanism in accordance with listed fire door test procedures.
6. Approved, listed locks without delayed egress shall be permitted in Group R-2 boarding homes licensed by Washington state, provided that:
6.1. The clinical needs of one or more patients require specialized security measures for their safety.
6.2. The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic fire detection system.
6.3. The doors unlock upon loss of electrical power controlling the lock or lock mechanism.
6.4. The lock shall be capable of being deactivated by a signal from a switch located in an approved location.
6.5. There is a system, such as a keypad and code, in place that allows visitors, staff persons and appropriate residents to exit. Instructions for exiting shall be posted within six feet of the door.
1008.1.9.6 Special locking arrangements in Group I-2.
Approved locks shall be permitted in a Group I-2 Occupancy
where the clinical needs of persons receiving care require
such locking. Locks shall be permitted in such occupancies
where the building is equipped throughout with an automatic
sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or an
approved automatic smoke or heat detection system installed in
accordance with Section 907, provided that the doors unlock in
accordance with Items 1 through 6 below.
1. The doors unlock upon actuation of the automatic sprinkler system or automatic fire detection system.
2. The doors unlock upon loss of power controlling the lock or lock mechanism.
3. The door locks shall have the capability of being unlocked by a signal from the fire command center, a nursing station or other approved location.
4. The procedures for the operation(s) of the unlocking system shall be described and approved as part of the emergency planning and preparedness required by Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code.
5. There is a system, such as a keypad and code, in place that allows visitors, staff persons and appropriate residents to exit. Instructions for exiting shall be posted within six feet of the door.
6. Emergency lighting shall be provided at the door.
| EXCEPTION: | Items 1, 2, 3, and 5 shall not apply to doors to areas where persons which because of clinical needs require restraint or containment as part of the function of a Group I-2 mental hospital provided that all clinical staff shall have the keys, codes or other means necessary to operate the locking devices. |
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1009.15 Stairways in individual dwelling units. Stairs or
ladders within an individual dwelling unit used for access to
areas of 200 square feet (18.6 m2) or less, and not containing
the primary bathroom or kitchen, are exempt from the
requirements of Section 1009.
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1010.1 Scope. The provisions of this section shall apply to
ramps used as a component of a means of egress.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Other than ramps that are part of the accessible routes providing access in accordance with Sections 1108.2 through 1108.2.4 and 1108.2.6, ramped aisles within assembly rooms or spaces shall conform with the provisions in Section 1028.11. |
| 2. Curb ramps shall comply with ICC A117.1. | |
| 3. Vehicle ramps in parking garages for pedestrian exit access shall not be required to comply with Sections 1010.3 through 1010.9 when they are not an accessible route serving accessible parking spaces or other required accessible elements. | |
| 4. In a parking garage where one accessible means of egress serving accessible parking spaces or other accessible elements is provided, a second accessible means of egress serving that area may include a vehicle ramp that does not comply with Sections 1010.4 through 1010.8. |
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1014.2.2 Group I-2. General. Habitable spaces and suites in
Group I-2 Occupancies are permitted to comply with this
Section 1014.2.2.
1014.2.2.1 Exit access doors. Habitable spaces and suites in
Group I-2 occupancies shall have an exit access door leading
directly to a corridor.
| EXCEPTION: | Rooms with exit doors opening directly to the outside at ground level. |
1014.2.2.3 Separation. Suites in Group I-2 Occupancies shall
be separated from other portions of the building by a smoke
partition complying with Section 711. Partitions within
suites are not required to be smoke-resistant or
fire-resistance-rated unless required by another section of
this Code.
1014.2.2.4 Suites containing patient sleeping areas. Patient
sleeping areas in Group I-2 Occupancies shall be permitted to
be divided into suites with one intervening room if one of the
following conditions is met:
1. The intervening room within the suite is not used as
an exit access for more than eight patient beds.
2. The arrangement of the suite allows for direct and constant visual supervision by nursing personnel.
1014.2.2.4.1 Area. Suites of sleeping rooms shall not exceed
5,000 square feet (465 m2).
1014.2.2.4.2 Exit access. Any patient sleeping room, or any
suite that includes patient sleeping rooms, of more than 1,000
square feet (93 m2) shall have at least two exit access doors
located in accordance with Section 1015.2.
1014.2.2.4.3 Travel distance. The travel distance between any
point in a suite of sleeping rooms and an exit access door of
that suite shall not exceed 100 feet (30,480 mm). The travel
distance between any point in a Group I-2 Occupancy patient
sleeping room and an exit access door in that room shall not
exceed 50 feet (15,240 mm).
1014.2.2.5 Suites not containing patient sleeping areas.
Areas other than patient sleeping areas in Group I-2
Occupancies shall be permitted to be divided into suites that
comply with Sections 1014.2.2.5.1 through 1014.2.2.5.4.
1014.2.2.5.1 Area. Suites of rooms, other than patient
sleeping rooms, shall not exceed 10,000 square feet (929 m2).
1014.2.2.5.2 Exit access. Any room or suite of rooms, other
than patient sleeping rooms, of more than 2,500 square feet
(232 m2) shall have at least two exit access doors located in
accordance with Section 1015.2.
1014.2.2.5.3 One intervening room. For rooms other than
patient sleeping rooms, suites of rooms are permitted to have
one intervening room if the travel distance within the suite
to the exit access door is not greater than 100 feet (30,480
mm).
1014.2.2.5.4 Two intervening rooms. For rooms other than
patient sleeping rooms located within a suite, exit access
travel from within the suite shall be permitted through two
intervening rooms where the travel distance to the exit access
door is not greater than 50 feet (15,240 mm)
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1018.5 Air movement in corridors. Corridors shall not serve
as supply, return, exhaust, relief or ventilation air ducts.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Use of a corridor as a source of makeup air for exhaust systems in rooms that open directly onto such corridors, including toilet rooms, bathrooms, dressing rooms, smoking lounges and janitor closets, shall be permitted, provided that each such corridor is directly supplied with outdoor air at a rate greater than the rate of makeup air taken from the corridor. |
| 2. Where located within a dwelling unit, the use of corridors for conveying return air shall not be prohibited. | |
| 3. Where located within tenant spaces of one thousand square feet (93 m2) or less in area, utilization of corridors for conveying return air is permitted. | |
| 4. Incidental air movement from pressurized rooms within health care facilities, provided that a corridor is not the primary source of supply or return to the room. | |
| 5. Where such air is part of an engineered smoke control system. | |
| 6. Air supplied to corridors serving residential occupancies shall not be considered as providing ventilation air to the dwelling units subject to the following: | |
| 6.1 The air supplied to the corridor is one hundred percent outside air; and | |
| 6.2 The units served by the corridor have conforming ventilation air independent of the air supplied to the corridor; and | |
| 6.3 For other than high-rise buildings, the supply fan will automatically shut off upon activation of corridor smoke detectors which shall be spaced at no more than thirty feet (9,144 mm) on center along the corridor; or | |
| 6.4 For high-rise buildings, corridor smoke detector activation will close required smoke/fire dampers at the supply inlet to the corridor at the floor receiving the alarm. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Foyers, lobbies or reception rooms constructed as required for corridors shall not be construed as intervening rooms. |
| 2. In Group R-2 boarding homes and residential treatment facilities licensed by Washington state, seating areas shall be allowed to be open to the corridor provided: | |
| 2.1 The seating area is constructed as required for the corridor; | |
| 2.2 The floor is separated into at least two compartments complying with Section 407.4; | |
| 2.3 Each individual seating area does not exceed 150 square feet, excluding the corridor width; | |
| 2.4 The combined total space of seating areas per compartment does not exceed 300 square feet, excluding the corridor width; | |
| 2.5 Combustible furnishings located within the seating area shall be in accordance with the International Fire Code Section 805; and | |
| 2.6 Emergency means of egress lighting is provided as required by Section 1006 to illuminate the area. |
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((1106.5.1 Positioning of aircraft fuel-servicing vehicles.
Aircraft-fueling vehicles shall not be located, parked or
permitted to stand in a position where such units would
obstruct egress from an aircraft should a fire occur during
fuel-transfer operations. Tank vehicles shall not be located,
parked or permitted to stand under any portion of an aircraft
except during refueling.))
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-1100, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07.]
2202.1 Definitions.
MOTOR VEHICLE. Includes, but not limited to, a vehicle, machine,
tractor, trailer or semitrailer, or any combination thereof,
propelled or drawn by mechanical power and designed for use
upon the highways in the transportation of passengers or
property. It does not include a vehicle, locomotive or car
operated exclusively on a rail or rails, or a trolley bus
operated by electric power derived from a fixed overhead wire,
furnishing local passenger transportation similar to
street-railway service. The term "motor vehicle" also
includes freight containers or cargo tanks used, or intended
for use, in connection with motor vehicles.
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3301.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern the
possession, manufacture, storage, handling, sale and use of
explosives, explosive materials, and small arms ammunition.
The manufacture, storage, handling, sale and use of fireworks
shall be governed by chapter 70.77 RCW, and by chapter
((212-12)) 212-17 WAC and local ordinances consistent with
chapter 212-17 WAC.
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| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. The Armed Forces of the United States, Coast Guard or National Guard. |
| 2. Explosives in forms prescribed by the official United States Pharmacopoeia. | |
| 3. The possession, storage and use of small arms ammunition when packaged in accordance with DOT packaging requirements. | |
| 4. The possession, storage and use of not more than 1 pound (0.454 kg) of commercially manufactured sporting black powder, 20 pounds (9 kg) of smokeless powder and 10,000 small arms primers for hand loading of small arms ammunition for personal consumption. | |
| 5. The use of explosive materials by federal, state and local regulatory, law enforcement and fire agencies acting in their official capacities. | |
| 6. Special industrial explosive devices in which the aggregate contain less than 50 pounds (23 kg) of explosive materials. | |
| 7. The possession, storage and use of blank industrial-power load cartridges when packaged in accordance with DOT packaging regulations. | |
| 8. Transportation in accordance with DOT 49 CFR Parts 100-178. | |
| 9. Items preempted by federal regulations. |
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-3300, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
((3402.1 Definitions.
MOTOR VEHICLE. For the purposes of this chapter, the term motor
vehicle includes, but is not limited to, a vehicle, machine,
tractor, trailer, or semi-trailer, or any combination thereof,
propelled or drawn by mechanical power and used upon the
highways in the transportation of passengers or property. The
term "motor vehicle" also includes freight containers or cargo
tanks used, or intended for use, in connection with motor
vehicles. For reference, see 49 CFR Pt. 171.8 (October 1994).
3404.2.7.10.1 Leaking tank disposition. Leaking tanks shall
be handled in accordance with WAC 173-360-325.
3404.2.7.11 Tank lining. Steel tanks are allowed to be lined
only for the purpose of protecting the interior from corrosion
or providing compatibility with a material to be stored. Only
those liquids tested for compatibility with the lining
material are allowed to be stored in lined tanks. Lining of
leaking underground storage tanks shall be done in accordance
with the provisions of WAC 173-360-325.
3404.2.8.7 Arrangement. Tanks shall be listed for
above-ground use, and each tank shall be in its own vault.
3404.2.11 Underground tanks. Underground storage of flammable
and combustible liquids in tanks shall comply with Section
3404.2 and Sections 3404.2.11.1 through 3404.2.11.5.2.
Corrosion protection shall comply with WAC 173-360-305.
3405.4.1 Unit with a capacity of 60 gallons or less. Solvent
distillation units used to recycle Class I, II or III-A
liquids having a distillation chamber capacity of 60 gallons
or less shall be listed, labeled and installed in accordance
with Section 3405.4 and UL 2208.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Solvent distillation units installed in dry-cleaning plants in accordance with Chapter 12. |
| 2. Solvent distillation units used in continuous through-put industrial processes where the source of heat is remotely supplied using steam, hot water, oil or other heat transfer fluids, the temperature of which is below the autoignition point of the solvent. | |
| 3. Approved research, testing and experimental processes. |
3406.5.4.1 Marine craft and special equipment. Liquids
intended for use as motor fuels are allowed to be transferred
from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of marine craft and
special equipment when approved by the fire code official, and
when:
1. The tank vehicle's specific function is that of supplying fuel to fuel tanks.
2. The operation is not performed where the public has access or where there is unusual exposure to life and property.
3. The dispensing line does not exceed 50 feet in length.
4. The dispensing nozzle is approved.
5. Each premises is issued a separate permit in accordance with Section 105.6.17.))
3406.5.4.5 Commercial, industrial, governmental or
manufacturing. Dispensing of Class II and III motor vehicle
fuel from tank vehicles into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles
located at commercial, industrial, governmental or
manufacturing establishments is allowed where permitted,
provided such dispensing operations are conducted in
accordance with the following: (Those sections not noted here
remain unchanged.)
((6. Mobile fueling shall not take place within 15 feet
of streets, alleys, public ways, buildings, property lines,
combustible storage or storm drains.
17. Fuel dispensing is prohibited within 25 feet of any source of ignition.
25. Operators shall place a drip pan or absorbent, in good condition, under each fuel fill opening prior to and during all dispensing operations. Drip pans shall be liquid-tight. The pan or absorbent shall have a capacity of at least 3 gallons. Spills retained in the drip pan or absorbent pillow need not be reported. Operators, when fueling, shall have on their persons an absorbent pad capable of capturing diesel foam overfills. Except during fueling, the nozzle shall face upwards and an absorbent pad shall be kept under the nozzle to prevent drips. Contaminated absorbent pads shall be disposed of regularly in accordance with local, state and federal requirements.
26. All persons and parties with an interest in the property (i.e., property owner, lessor, real estate company, property manager as well as operators of the property) must give consent in writing to allow the mobile fueling to occur on the property. Managers, lessees, renters and other persons cannot solely give permission. Each person or party must indicate that they are under the risk of spills)) and include nonwater absorbents capable of absorbing 15 gallons (56.76 L) of diesel fuel, storm drain plug or cover kit, a nonwater absorbent containment boom of a minimum 10-foot-long (3038 mm) length with a 12-gallon (45.41 L) absorbent capacity, a nonmetallic shovel, and two 5-gallon (19 L) buckets with lids.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031 and 19.27.074. 04-01-105, § 51-54-3400, filed 12/17/03, effective 7/1/04.]
Section 3801.1 Scope. Storage, handling and transportation of
liquefied petroleum gas (LP-gas) and the installation of
LP-gas equipment pertinent to systems for such uses shall
comply with this chapter and NFPA 58. Properties of LP-gas
shall be determined in accordance with Appendix B of NFPA 58.
| EXCEPTION: | The use and storage of listed propane fired barbeque grills on R-2 decks and balconies with an approved container not exceeding a water capacity of 20 pounds (9 kg) that maintain a minimum clearance of 18 inches on all sides, unless listed for lesser clearances. |
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SECTION 4501
4501.1.2 Permits. For permits to operate marine motor
fuel-dispensing stations, application of flammable or
combustible finishes, and hot works, see Section 105.6.
SECTION 4502 DEFINITIONS
4502.1 Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for
the purpose of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this
code, have the meanings shown herein.
COVERED BOAT MOORAGE is a pier or system of floating or fixed
access ways to which vessels on water may be secured and any
portion of which are covered by a roof.
GRAVITY-OPERATED DROP OUT VENTS are automatic smoke and heat vents
containing heat-sensitive glazing designed to shrink and drop
out of the vent openings when exposed to fire.
SECTION 4504 FIRE-PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
4504.2 Standpipes. Marinas shall be equipped throughout with
Class I manual, dry standpipe systems in accordance with NFPA
303. Systems shall be provided with outlets located such that
no point on the marina pier or float system exceeds 150 feet
from a standpipe outlet.
4504.3 Access and water supply. Piers and wharves shall be
provided with fire apparatus access roads and water-supply
systems with on-site fire hydrants when required and approved
by the fire code official. At least one fire hydrant capable
of providing the required fire flow shall be provided within
an approved distance of standpipe supply connections.
4504.4 Portable fire extinguishers. One 4A40BC fire
extinguisher shall be provided at each standpipe outlet.
Additional fire extinguishers, suitable for the hazards
involved, shall be provided and maintained in accordance with
Section 906.
4504.7 Smoke and heat vents. Approved automatic smoke and
heat vents shall be provided in covered boat moorage areas
exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. (232 m2) in area, excluding roof
overhangs.
| EXCEPTION: | Smoke and heat vents are not required in areas protected by automatic sprinklers. |
4504.7.1.1 Smoke and heat vents. Smoke and heat vents shall
operate automatically by actuation of a heat-responsive device
rated at between 100şF (56şC) above ambient.
| EXCEPTION: | Gravity-operated drop out vents. |
4504.8 Draft curtains. Draft curtains shall be provided in
covered boat moorage areas exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. (232 m2) in
area, excluding roof overhangs.
| EXCEPTION: | Draft curtains are not required in areas protected by automatic sprinklers. |
4504.8.2 Draft curtain location and depth. The maximum area
protected by draft curtains shall not exceed 2,000 sq. ft.
(186 m2) or two slips or berths, whichever is smaller. Draft
curtains shall not extend past the piling line. Draft
curtains shall have a minimum depth of 4 feet and shall not
extend closer than 8 feet (2438 mm) to the walking surface of
the pier.
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((SECTION 4601
4601.1 Scope. Marina facilities shall be in accordance with
this chapter.
4601.1.1 Plans and approvals. Plans for marina
fire-protection facilities shall be approved prior to
installation. The work shall be subject to final inspection
and approval after installation.
4601.1.2 Permits. Permits are required to use open-flame
devices for maintenance or repair on vessels, floats, piers or
wharves.
SECTION 4602 -- DEFINITIONS.
4602.1 Definitions. The following words and terms shall, for
the purpose of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this
code, have the meanings shown herein.
COVERED BOAT MOORAGE is a pier or system of floating or fixed
access ways to which vessels on water may be secured and any
portion of which are covered by a roof.
DRAFT CURTAIN is a structure arranged to limit the spread of
smoke and heat along the underside of the ceiling or roof.
FLOAT is a floating structure normally used as a point of
transfer for passengers and goods, or both, for mooring
purposes.
GRAVITY-OPERATED DROP OUT VENTS are automatic smoke and heat
vents containing heat-sensitive glazing designed to shrink and
drop out of the vent opening when exposed to fire.
MARINA is any portion of the ocean or inland water, either
naturally or artificially protected, for the mooring,
servicing or safety of vessels and shall include artificially
protected works, the public or private lands ashore, and
structures or facilities provided within the enclosed body of
water and ashore for the mooring or servicing of vessels or
the servicing of their crews or passengers.
PIER is a structure built over the water, supported by
pillars or piles, and used as a landing place, pleasure
pavilion or similar purpose.
VESSEL is watercraft of any type, other than seaplanes on
the water, used or capable of being used as a means of
transportation. Included in this definition are
nontransportation vessels such as houseboats and boathouses.
WHARF is a structure or bulkhead constructed of wood,
stone, concrete or similar material built at the shore of a
harbor, lake or river for vessels to lie alongside of, and
piers or floats to be anchored to.
SECTION 4603 -- GENERAL PRECAUTIONS.
4603.1 Combustible debris. Combustible debris and rubbish
shall not be deposited or accumulated on land beneath marina
structures, piers or wharves.
4603.2 Sources of ignition. Open-flame devices used for
lighting or decoration on the exterior of a vessel, float,
pier or wharf shall be approved.
4603.3 Flammable or combustible liquid spills. Spills of
flammable or combustible liquids at or upon the water shall be
reported immediately to the fire department or jurisdictional
authorities.
4603.4 Rubbish containers. Containers with tight-fitting or
self-closing lids shall be provided for the temporary storage
of combustible trash or rubbish.
4603.5 Electrical equipment. Electrical equipment shall be
installed and used in accordance with its listing and Section
605 as required for wet, damp and hazardous locations.
SECTION 4604 -- FIRE-PROTECTION EQUIPMENT.
4604.1 General. Marinas, piers, wharves, floats with
facilities for mooring or servicing five or more vessels, and
marine motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations shall be
equipped with fire-protection equipment in accordance with
Section 4604.
4604.2 Standpipes. Marinas shall be equipped throughout with
Class I manual, dry standpipe systems in accordance with NFPA
303. Systems shall be provided with outlets located such that
no point on the marina pier or float system exceeds 150 feet
from a standpipe outlet.
4604.2.1 Identification of standpipe outlets. Standpipe
outlet locations shall be clearly identified by a flag or
other approved means designed to be readily visible from the
pier accessing the float system.
4604.3 Access and water supply. Piers and wharves shall be
provided with fire apparatus access roads and water-supply
systems with on-site fire hydrants when required and approved
by the fire code official. At least one fire hydrant capable
of providing the required fire flow shall be provided within
an approved distance of standpipe supply connections.
4604.4 Portable fire extinguishers. One 4A40BC fire
extinguisher shall be provided at each standpipe outlet.
Additional fire extinguishers, suitable for the hazards
involved, shall be provided and maintained in accordance with
Section 906.
4604.5 Communications. A telephone not requiring a coin to
operate or other approved, clearly identified means to notify
the fire department shall be provided on the site in a
location approved by the code official.
4604.6 Equipment staging areas. Space shall be provided on
all float systems for the staging of emergency equipment.
Staging areas shall provide a minimum of 4 feet wide by 10
feet long clear area exclusive of walkways and shall be
located at each standpipe outlet. Staging areas shall be
provided with barriers having a minimum height of 4" and
maximum space between the bottom barrier edge and surface of
the staging area of 2" on the outboard sides to prevent loss
of equipment overboard. A sign reading "Fire Equipment
Staging Area - Keep Clear" shall be provided at each staging
area to prevent obstruction.
4604.7 Smoke and heat vents. Approved automatic smoke and
heat vents shall be provided in covered boat moorage areas
exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. (232 m2) in area, excluding roof
overhangs.
4604.7.1.1 Smoke and heat vents. Smoke and heat vents shall
operate automatically by actuation of a heat-responsive device
rated at between 100°F (56°C) above ambient.
4604.8 Draft curtains. Draft curtains shall be provided in
covered boat moorage areas exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. (232 m2) in
area, excluding roof overhangs.
4604.8.2 Draft curtain location and depth. The maximum area
protected by draft curtains shall not exceed 2,000 sq. ft.
(186 m2) or two slips or berths, whichever is smaller. Draft
curtains shall not extend past the piling line. Draft
curtains shall have a minimum depth of 4 feet and shall not
extend closer than 8 feet (2438 mm) to the walking surface of
the pier.
SECTION 4605 -- MARINE MOTOR VEHICLE FUEL-DISPENSING STATIONS.
4605.1 Fuel dispensing. Marine motor vehicle fuel-dispensing
stations shall be in accordance with Chapter 22.)) CHAPTER 46
CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS
SECTION 4601 GENERAL
4601.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to
existing buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this
Code.
4601.2 Intent. The intent of this chapter is to provide a
minimum degree of fire and life safety to persons occupying
buildings by providing for alterations to such existing
buildings that do not comply with the minimum requirements of
the International Building Code.
4601.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in
Section 105.7 and the International Building Code and this
Code.
4601.4 Owner notification. Where a building is found to be in
noncompliance, the fire code official shall duly notify the
owner of the building. Upon receipt of such notice, the owner
shall, subject to the following time limits, take necessary
actions to comply with the provisions of this chapter.
4601.4.1 Construction documents. Construction documents for
the necessary alterations shall be completed within a time
schedule approved by the fire code official.
4601.4.2 Completion of work. Work on the required alterations
to the building shall be completed within a time schedule
approved by the fire code official.
4601.4.3 Extension of time. The fire code official is
authorized to grant necessary extensions of time when it can
be shown that the specified time periods are not physically
practical or pose an undue hardship. The granting of an
extension of time for compliance shall be based on the showing
of good cause and subject to the filing of an acceptable
systematic plan of correction with the fire code official.
SECTION 4602 DEFINITIONS
4602.1 Definitions. The following word and term shall, for
the purpose of this chapter and as used elsewhere in this
Code, have the meaning shown herein.
EXISTING. Buildings, facilities or conditions that are already
in existence, constructed or officially authorized prior to
the adoption of this Code.
SECTION 4603 FIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS
4603.1 Required construction. Existing buildings shall comply
with not less than the minimum provisions specified in Table
4603.1 and as further enumerated in Sections 4603.2 through
4603.7.3.
The provisions of this chapter shall not be construed to allow the elimination of fire protection systems or a reduction in the level of fire safety provided in buildings constructed in accordance with previously adopted codes.
| EXCEPTION: | Group U occupancies. |
4603.3 Vertical openings. Interior vertical shafts,
including, but not limited to, stairways, elevator hoistways,
service and utility shafts, that connect two or more stories
of a building, shall be enclosed or protected as specified in
Sections 4603.3.1 through 4603.3.7.
4603.3.1 Group I occupancies. In Group I occupancies,
interior vertical openings connecting two or more stories
shall be protected with 1-hour fire-resistance-rated
construction.
4603.3.2 Three to five stories. In other than Group I
occupancies, interior vertical openings connecting three to
five stories shall be protected by either 1-hour
fire-resistance-rated construction or an automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed throughout the building in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Vertical opening protection is not required for Group R-3 occupancies. |
| 2. Vertical opening protection is not required for open parking garages and ramps. | |
| 3. Vertical opening protection is not required for escalators. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Vertical opening protection is not required for Group R-3 occupancies. |
| 2. Vertical opening protection is not required for open parking garages and ramps. | |
| 3. Vertical opening protection is not required for escalators. |
|
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Vertical opening protection is not required for Group R-3 occupancies. |
| 2. Vertical opening protection is not required for open parking garages and ramps. |
4603.3.6 Escalators connecting four or fewer stories. In
other than Group B and M occupancies, escalators creating
vertical openings connecting four or fewer stories shall be
protected by either 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction
or an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section
903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 shall be installed throughout the
building, and a draft curtain with closely spaced sprinklers
shall be installed around the escalator opening.
4603.3.7 Escalators connecting more than four stories. In
other than Group B and M occupancies, escalators creating
vertical openings connecting five or more stories shall be
protected by 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction.
4603.4 Sprinkler systems. An automatic sprinkler system shall
be provided in all existing buildings in accordance with
Sections 4603.4.1 and 4603.4.2.
4603.4.1 Pyroxylin plastics. An automatic sprinkler system
shall be provided throughout existing buildings where
cellulose nitrate film or pyroxylin plastics are manufactured,
stored or handled in quantities exceeding 100 pounds (45 kg).
Vaults located within buildings for the storage of raw
pyroxylin shall be protected with an approved automatic
sprinkler system capable of discharging 1.66 gallons per
minute per square foot (68 L/min/m2) over the area of the
vault.
4603.4.2 Group I-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout existing Group I-2 fire areas. The
sprinkler system shall be provided throughout the floor where
the Group I-2 occupancy is located, and in all floors between
the Group I-2 occupancy and the level of exit discharge.
4603.4.3 Nightclub. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
provided throughout Group A-2 nightclubs as defined in this
code. An existing nightclub constructed prior to July 1,
2006, shall have been provided with automatic sprinklers not
later than December 1, 2009.
4603.5 Standpipes. Existing structures with occupied floors
located more than 50 feet (15,240 mm) above or below the
lowest level of fire department vehicle access shall be
equipped with standpipes installed in accordance with Section
905. The standpipes shall have an approved fire department
connection with hose connections at each floor level above or
below the lowest level of fire department access. The fire
code official is authorized to approve the installation of
manual standpipe systems to achieve compliance with this
section where the responding fire department is capable of
providing the required hose flow at the highest standpipe
outlet.
4603.6 Fire alarm systems. An approved fire alarm system
shall be installed in existing buildings and structures in
accordance with Sections 4603.6.1 through 4603.6.7 and provide
occupant notification in accordance with Section 907.6 unless
other requirements are provided by other sections of this
code.
| EXCEPTION: | Occupancies with an existing, previously approved fire alarm system. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. A manual fire alarm system is not required in a building with a maximum area of 1,000 square feet (93 m2) that contains a single classroom and is located no closer than 50 feet (15,240 mm) from another building. |
| 2. A manual fire alarm system is not required in Group E occupancies with an occupant load less than 50. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Manual fire alarm boxes in resident or patient sleeping areas shall not be required at exits if located at all nurses' control stations or other constantly attended staff locations, provided such stations are visible and continuously accessible and that travel distances required in Section 907.5.2 are not exceeded. |
| 2. Where each sleeping room has a means of egress door opening directly to an exterior egress balcony that leads directly to the exits in accordance with WAC 51-50-1019, and the building is not more than three stories in height. |
| EXCEPTION: | Manual fire alarm boxes in resident or patient sleeping areas shall not be required at exits if located at all nurses' control stations or other constantly attended staff locations, provided such stations are visible and continuously accessible and that travel distances required in Section 907.5.2.1 are not exceeded. |
4603.6.5 Group R-1. A fire alarm system and smoke alarms
shall be installed in existing Group R-1 occupancies in
accordance with Sections 4603.6.5.1 through 4603.6.5.2.1.
4603.6.5.1 Group R-1 hotel and motel manual fire alarm system.
A manual fire alarm system that activates the occupant
notification system in accordance with Section 907.6 shall be
installed in existing Group R-1 hotels and motels more than
three stories or with more than 20 sleeping units.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Buildings less than two stories in height where all sleeping units, attics and crawl spaces are separated by 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction and each sleeping unit has direct access to a public way, exit court or yard. |
| 2. Manual fire alarm boxes are not required throughout the building when the following conditions are met: | |
| 2.1. The building is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2; | |
| 2.2. The notification appliances will activate upon sprinkler water flow; and | |
| 2.3. At least one manual fire alarm box is installed at an approved location. |
| EXCEPTION: | An automatic smoke detection system is not required in buildings that do not have interior corridors serving sleeping units and where each sleeping unit has a means of egress door opening directly to an exit or to an exterior exit access that leads directly to an exit. |
| EXCEPTION: | Buildings less than two stories in height where all sleeping units, attics and crawl spaces are separated by 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction and each sleeping unit has direct access to a public way, exit court or yard. |
| EXCEPTION: | Buildings equipped with single-station smoke alarms meeting or exceeding the requirements of Section 907.2.10.1 and where the fire alarm system includes at least one manual fire alarm box per floor arranged to initiate the alarm. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Where each living unit is separated from other contiguous living units by fire barriers having a fire-resistance rating of not less than 0.75 hour, and where each living unit has either its own independent exit or its own independent stairway or ramp discharging at grade. |
| 2. A separate fire alarm system is not required in buildings that are equipped throughout with an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2 and having a local alarm to notify all occupants. | |
| 3. A fire alarm system is not required in buildings that do not have interior corridors serving dwelling units and are protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, provided that dwelling units either have a means of egress door opening directly to an exterior exit access that leads directly to the exits or are served by open-ended corridors designed in accordance with Section 1023.6, Exception 4. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Where there are interconnected smoke alarms meeting the requirements of Section 907.2.11 and there is at least one manual fire alarm box per floor arranged to continuously sound the smoke alarms. |
| 2. Other manually activated, continuously sounding alarms approved by the fire code official. |
4603.7.1 Where required. Existing Group R occupancies and
dwellings not classified as Group R occupancies not already
provided with single-station smoke alarms shall be provided
with single-station smoke alarms. Installation shall be in
accordance with Section 907.2.10, except as provided in
Sections 4603.7.2 and 4603.7.3.
4603.7.2 Interconnection. Where more than one smoke alarm is
required to be installed within an individual dwelling or
sleeping unit, the smoke alarms shall be interconnected in
such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate
all of the alarms in the individual unit. The alarm shall be
clearly audible in all bedrooms over background noise levels
with all intervening doors closed.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Interconnection is not required in buildings that are not undergoing alterations, repairs or construction of any kind. |
| 2. Smoke alarms in existing areas are not required to be interconnected where alterations or repairs do not result in the removal of interior wall or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide access for interconnection without the removal of interior finishes. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Smoke alarms are permitted to be solely battery operated in existing buildings where no construction is taking place. |
| 2. Smoke alarms are permitted to be solely battery operated in buildings that are not served from a commercial power source. | |
| 3. Smoke alarms are permitted to be solely battery operated in existing areas of buildings undergoing alterations or repairs that do not result in the removal of interior walls or ceiling finishes exposing the structure, unless there is an attic, crawl space or basement available which could provide access for building wiring without the removal of interior finishes. |
4604.1 General. Means of egress in existing buildings shall
comply with Section 1030 and 4604.2 through 4604.23.
| EXCEPTION: | Means of egress conforming to the requirements of the building code under which they were constructed and Section 1030 shall not be required to comply with 4604.2 through 4604.21. |
4604.2 Elevators, escalators and moving walks. Elevators,
escalators and moving walks shall not be used as a component
of a required means of egress.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Elevators used as an accessible means of egress where allowed by Section 1007.4. |
| 2. Previously approved escalators and moving walks in existing buildings. |
| EXCEPTION: | Approved self-luminous signs that provide evenly illuminated letters shall have a minimum luminance of 0.06 foot-lamberts (0.21 cd/m2). |
| EXCEPTION: | Approved signs that provide continuous illumination independent of external power sources are not required to be connected to an emergency electrical system. |
1. Group A having 50 or more occupants.
| EXCEPTION: | Assembly occupancies used exclusively as a place of worship and having an occupant load of less than 300. |
3. Group E in interior stairs, corridors, windowless areas with student occupancy, shops and laboratories.
4. Group F having more than 100 occupants.
| EXCEPTION: | Buildings used only during daylight hours which are provided with windows for natural light in accordance with the International Building Code. |
6. Group M.
| EXCEPTION: | Buildings less than 3,000 square feet (279 m2) in gross sales area on one story only, excluding mezzanines. |
| EXCEPTION: | Where each sleeping unit has direct access to the outside of the building at grade. |
| EXCEPTION: | Where each dwelling unit or sleeping unit has direct access to the outside of the building at grade. |
| EXCEPTION: | Where each sleeping unit has direct access to the outside of the building at ground level. |
4604.6 Guards. Guards complying with this section shall be
provided at the open sides of means of egress that are more
than 30 inches (762 mm) above the floor or grade below.
4604.6.1 Height of guards. Guards shall form a protective
barrier not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) high.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Existing guards on the open side of stairs shall be not less than 30 inches (760 mm) high. |
| 2. Existing guards within dwelling units shall be not less than 36 inches (910 mm) high. | |
| 3. Existing guards in assembly seating areas. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. At elevated walking surfaces for access to, and use of, electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems or equipment, guards shall have balusters or be of solid materials such that a sphere with a diameter of 21 inches (533 mm) cannot pass through any opening. |
| 2. In occupancies in Group I-3, F, H or S, the clear distance between intermediate rails measured at right angles to the rails shall not exceed 21 inches (533 mm). | |
| 3. Approved existing open guards. |
TABLE 4604.7
EGRESS WIDTH PER OCCUPANT SERVED
| WITHOUT SPRINKLER SYSTEM | WITH SPRINKLER SYSTEMa | ||||
| OCCUPANCY | Stairways (inches per occupant) |
Other egress
components (inches per occupant) |
Stairways (inches per occupant) |
Other egress
components (inches per occupant) |
|
| Occupancies other than those listed below | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.15 | |
| Hazardous: H-1, H-2, H-3 and H-4 | Not permitted | Not permitted | 0.3 | 0.2 | |
| Institutional: I-2 | Not permitted | Not permitted | 0.3 | 0.2 | |
| For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm. | |
| a. Buildings equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. The minimum and maximum width shall not apply to door openings that are not part of the required means of egress in occupancies in Groups R-2 and R-3. |
| 2. Door openings to storage closets less than 10 square feet (0.93 m2) in area shall not be limited by the minimum width. | |
| 3. Width of door leaves in revolving doors that comply with Section 1008.1.4.1 shall not be limited. | |
| 4. Door openings within a dwelling unit shall not be less than 78 inches (1981 mm) in height. | |
| 5. Exterior door openings in dwelling units, other than the required exit door, shall not be less than 76 inches (1930 mm) in height. | |
| 6. Exit access doors serving a room not larger than 70 square feet (6.5 m2) shall be not less than 24 inches (610 mm) in door width. |
4604.10 Revolving doors. Revolving doors shall comply with
the following:
1. A revolving door shall not be located within 10 feet (3048 mm) of the foot or top of stairs or escalators. A dispersal area shall be provided between the stairs or escalators and the revolving doors.
2. The revolutions per minute for a revolving door shall not exceed those shown in Table 4604.10.
3. Each revolving door shall have a conforming side-hinged swinging door in the same wall as the revolving door and within 10 feet (3048 mm).
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. A revolving door is permitted to be used without an adjacent swinging door for street-floor elevator lobbies provided a stairway, escalator or door from other parts of the building does not discharge through the lobby and the lobby does not have any occupancy or use other than as a means of travel between elevators and a street. |
| 2. Existing revolving doors where the number of revolving doors does not exceed the number of swinging doors within 20 feet (6096 mm). |
1. Revolving doors shall not be given credit for more than 50 percent of the required egress capacity.
2. Each revolving door shall be credited with not more than a 50-person capacity.
3. Revolving doors shall be capable of being collapsed when a force of not more than 130 pounds (578 N) is applied within 3 inches (76 mm) of the outer edge of a wing.
4604.11 Stair dimensions for existing stairs. Existing stairs
in buildings shall be permitted to remain if the rise does not
exceed 8 1/4 inches (210 mm) and the run is not less than 9
inches (229 mm). Existing stairs can be rebuilt.
| EXCEPTION: | Other stairs approved by the fire code official. |
TABLE 4604.10
REVOLVING DOOR SPEEDS
| INSIDE DIAMETER | POWER-DRIVEN- TYPE SPEED CONTROL (RPM) |
MANUAL-TYPE
SPEED CONTROL (RPM) |
||
| 6' 6" | 11 | 12 | ||
| 7' 0" | 10 | 11 | ||
| 7' 6" | 9 | 11 | ||
| 8' 0" | 9 | 10 | ||
| 8' 6" | 8 | 9 | ||
| 9' 0" | 8 | 9 | ||
| 9' 6" | 7 | 8 | ||
| 10' 0" | 7 | 8 | ||
| For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm. |
4604.11.1 Dimensions for replacement stairs. The replacement
of an existing stairway in a structure shall not be required
to comply with the new stairway requirements of WAC 51-11-1009
where the existing space and construction will not allow a
reduction in pitch or slope.
4604.12 Winders. Existing winders shall be allowed to remain
in use if they have a minimum tread depth of 6 inches (152 mm)
and a minimum tread depth of 9 inches (229 mm) at a point 12
inches (305 mm) from the narrowest edge.
4604.13 Circular stairways. Existing circular stairs shall be
allowed to continue in use provided the minimum depth of tread
is 10 inches (254 mm) and the smallest radius shall not be
less than twice the width of the stairway.
4604.14 Stairway handrails. Stairways shall have handrails on
at least one side. Handrails shall be located so that all
portions of the stairway width required for egress capacity
are within 44 inches (1118 mm) of a handrail.
| EXCEPTION: | Aisle stairs provided with a center handrail are not required to have additional handrails. |
4604.15 Slope of ramps. Ramp runs utilized as part of a means
of egress shall have a running slope not steeper than one unit
vertical in 10 units horizontal (10 percent slope). The slope
of other ramps shall not be steeper than one unit vertical in
8 units horizontal (12.5 percent slope).
4604.16 Width of ramps. Existing ramps are permitted to have
a minimum width of 30 inches (762 mm) but not less than the
width required for the number of occupants served as
determined by Section 1005.1.
4604.17 Fire escape stairs. Fire escape stairs shall comply
with Sections 4604.17.1 through 4604.17.7.
4604.17.1 Existing means of egress. Fire escape stairs shall
be permitted in existing buildings but shall not constitute
more than 50 percent of the required exit capacity.
4604.17.2 Protection of openings. Openings within 10 feet
(3048 mm) of fire escape stairs shall be protected by fire
door assemblies having a minimum 3/4-hour fire-resistance
rating.
| EXCEPTION: | In buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system, opening protection is not required. |
4604.17.4 Access. Access to a fire escape from a corridor
shall not be through an intervening room. Access to a fire
escape stair shall be from a door or window meeting the
criteria of Section 1005.1. Access to a fire escape stair
shall be directly to a balcony, landing or platform. These
shall be no higher than the floor or window sill level and no
lower than 8 inches (203 mm) below the floor level or 18
inches (457 mm) below the window sill.
4604.17.5 Materials and strength. Components of fire escape
stairs shall be constructed of noncombustible materials. Fire
escape stairs and balconies shall support the dead load plus a
live load of not less than 100 pounds per square foot (4.78
kN/m2). Fire escape stairs and balconies shall be provided
with a top and intermediate handrail on each side. The fire
code official is authorized to require testing or other
satisfactory evidence that an existing fire escape stair meets
the requirements of this section.
4604.17.6 Termination. The lowest balcony shall not be more
than 18 feet (5486 mm) from the ground. Fire escape stairs
shall extend to the ground or be provided with counterbalanced
stairs reaching the ground.
| EXCEPTION: | For fire escape stairs serving 10 or fewer occupants, an approved fire escape ladder is allowed to serve as the termination. |
4604.18 Corridors. Corridors serving an occupant load greater
than 30 and the openings therein shall provide an effective
barrier to resist the movement of smoke. Transoms, louvers,
doors and other openings shall be kept closed or self-closing.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Corridors in occupancies other than in Group H, which are equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| 2. Patient room doors in corridors in occupancies in Group I-2 where smoke barriers are provided in accordance with the International Building Code. | |
| 3. Corridors in occupancies in Group E where each room utilized for instruction or assembly has at least one-half of the required means of egress doors opening directly to the exterior of the building at ground level. | |
| 4. Corridors that are in accordance with the International Building Code. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Where 20-minute fire door assemblies are required, solid wood doors at least 1.75 inches (44 mm) thick or insulated steel doors are allowed. |
| 2. Openings protected with fixed wire glass set in steel frames. | |
| 3. Openings covered with 0.5-inch (12.7 mm) gypsum wallboard or 0.75-inch (19.1 mm) plywood on the room side. | |
| 4. Opening protection is not required when the building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
| EXCEPTION: | A dead-end passageway or corridor shall not be limited in length where the length of the dead-end passageway or corridor is less than 2.5 times the least width of the dead-end passageway or corridor. |
4604.18.4 Common path of egress travel. The common path of
egress travel shall not exceed the distances given in Table
4604.18.2.
4604.19 Stairway discharge identification. A stairway in an
exit enclosure which continues below its level of exit
discharge shall be arranged and marked to make the direction
of egress to a public way readily identifiable.
| EXCEPTION: | Stairs that continue one-half story beyond their levels of exit discharge need not be provided with barriers where the exit discharge is obvious. |
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Separation from the interior of the building is not required for buildings that are two stories or less above grade where the level of exit discharge serving such occupancies is the first story above grade. |
| 2. Separation from the interior of the building is not required where the exterior stairway is served by an exterior balcony that connects two remote exterior stairways or other approved exits, with a perimeter that is not less than 50 percent open. To be considered open, the opening shall be a minimum of 50 percent of the height of the enclosing wall, with the top of the opening not less than 7 feet (2134 mm) above the top of the balcony. | |
| 3. Separation from the interior of the building is not required for an exterior stairway located in a building or structure that is permitted to have unenclosed interior stairways in accordance with Section 1022. | |
| 4. Separation from the interior of the building is not required for exterior stairways connected to open-ended corridors, provided that: | |
| 4.1. The building, including corridors and stairs, is equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2. | |
| 4.2. The open-ended corridors comply with Section 1018. | |
| 4.3. The open-ended corridors are connected on each end to an exterior exit stairway complying with Section 1026. | |
| 4.4. At any location in an open-ended corridor where a change of direction exceeding 45 degrees occurs, a clear opening of not less than 35 square feet (3 m2) or an exterior stairway shall be provided. Where clear openings are provided, they shall be located so as to minimize the accumulation of smoke or toxic gases. |
TABLE 4604.18.2
COMMON PATH, DEAD-END AND TRAVEL DISTANCE LIMITS (by occupancy)
| OCCUPANCY | COMMON PATH LIMIT | DEAD-END LIMIT | TRAVEL DISTANCE LIMIT | |||
| Unsprinklered (feet) |
Sprinklered (feet) |
Unsprinklered (feet) |
Sprinklered (feet) |
Unsprinklered (feet) |
Sprinklered (feet) |
|
| Group A | 20/75a | 20/75a | 20b | 20b | 200 | 250 |
| Group B | 75 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| Group E | 75 | 75 | 20 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| Group F-1, S-1d | 75 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| Group F-2, S-2d | 75 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 300 | 400 |
| Group H-1 | 25 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 75 | 75 |
| Group H-2 | 50 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 75 | 100 |
| Group H-3 | 50 | 100 | 20 | 20 | 100 | 150 |
| Group H-4 | 75 | 75 | 20 | 20 | 150 | 175 |
| Group H-5 | 75 | 75 | 20 | 20 | 150 | 200 |
| Group I-1 | 75 | 75 | 20 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| Group I-2 (Health Care) | NRe | NRe | NR | NR | 150 | 200c |
| Group I-3 (Detention and Correctional -- Use Conditions II, III, IV, V) | 100 | 100 | NR | NR | 150c | 200c |
| Group I-4 (Day Care Centers) | NR | NR | 20 | 20 | 200 | 250 |
| Group M (Covered Mall) | 75 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 200 | 400 |
| Group M (Mercantile) | 75 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| Group R-1 (Hotels) | 75 | 75 | 50 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| Group R-2 (Apartments) | 75 | 75 | 50 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| Group R-3 (One- and Two-Family) | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Group R-4 (Residential Care/Assisted Living) | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Group U | 75 | 75 | 20 | 50 | 200 | 250 |
| For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm. | |
| a. 20 feet for common path serving 50 or more persons; 75 feet for common path serving less than 50 persons. | |
| b. See Section 1028.9.5 for dead-end aisles in Group A occupancies. | |
| c. This dimension is for the total travel distance, assuming incremental portions have fully utilized their allowable maximums. For travel distance within the room, and from the room exit access door to the exit, see the appropriate occupancy chapter. | |
| d. See the International Building Code for special requirements on spacing of doors in aircraft hangars. | |
| e. Any patient sleeping room, or any suite that includes patient sleeping rooms, of more than 1,000 square feet (93 m2) shall have at least two exit access doors placed a distance apart equal to not less than one-third of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the patient sleeping room or suite to be served, measured in a straight line between exit access doors. | |
| NR = No requirements. |
1. Forty-two inches (1067 mm) for aisle stairs having seating on each side.
| EXCEPTION: | Thirty-six inches (914 mm) where the aisle serves less than 50 seats. |
| EXCEPTION: | Thirty inches (760 mm) for catchment areas serving not more than 60 seats. |
4. Forty-two inches (1067 mm) for level or ramped aisles having seating on both sides.
| EXCEPTION: | Thirty-six inches (914 mm) where the aisle serves less than 50 seats. |
| EXCEPTION: | Thirty inches (760 mm) for catchment areas serving not more than 60 seats. |
4604.22 Stairway floor number signs. Existing stairs shall be
marked in accordance with Section 1022.8.
4604.23 Egress path markings. Existing buildings of Group A,
B, E, I, M and R-1 having occupied floors located more than 75
feet (22,860 mm) above the lowest level of fire department
vehicle access shall be provided with luminous egress path
markings in accordance with Section 1024.
| EXCEPTION: | Open, unenclosed stairwells in historic buildings designated as historic under a state or local historic preservation program. |
4605.1 Tire storage yards. Existing tire storage yards shall
be provided with fire apparatus access roads in accordance
with Sections 4605.1.1 and 4605.1.2.
4605.1.1 Access to piles. Access roadways shall be within 150
feet (45,720 mm) of any point in the storage yard where
storage piles are located, at least 20 feet (6096 mm) from any
storage pile.
4605.1.2 Location within piles. Fire apparatus access roads
shall be located within all pile clearances identified in
Section 2505.4 and within all fire breaks required in Section
2505.5.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.031, 19.27.074, and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 07-01-093, § 51-54-4600, filed 12/19/06, effective 7/1/07. Statutory Authority: RCW 19.27.020, 19.27.031, 19.27.074 and chapters 19.27 and 34.05 RCW. 05-01-016, § 51-54-4600, filed 12/2/04, effective 7/1/05.]
NFPA 9607 Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection
of Commercial Cooking Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . 609.3
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K101.5 Additions or alterations. Additions or alterations may
be made to any building or structure without requiring the
existing building or structure to comply with all of the
requirements of this code, provided the addition or alteration
conforms to that required for a new building or structure.
| EXCEPTION: | Provisions of this code that specifically apply to existing conditions are retroactive. See Sections 402.3, 601.1 and Appendix A. |
K108.3 Site plan. In addition to the requirements for plans
in the International Building Code, the code official may
require site plans which include topography, width and percent
of grade of access roads, landscape and vegetation details,
locations of structures or building envelopes, existing or
proposed overhead utilities, occupancy classification of
buildings, types of ignition resistant construction of
buildings, structures and their appendages, roof
classification of buildings, and site water supply systems.
The code official is authorized to waive or modify the
requirement for a site plan.
K108.4 Vegetation management plans. When required by the code
official or when utilized by the permit applicant pursuant to
Section 502, vegetation management plans shall be prepared and
shall be submitted to the code official for review and
approval as part of the plans required for a permit. See
Appendix B.
K108.7 Vicinity plan. When required by the code official, the
requirements for site plans shall include details regarding
the vicinity within 300 feet (91, 440 mm) of property lines,
including other structures, slope, vegetation, fuel breaks,
water supply systems and access roads.
K402.1.1 Access. New subdivisions, as determined by this
jurisdiction, shall be provided with fire apparatus access
roads in accordance with the International Fire Code.
K402.1.2 Water supply. New subdivisions as determined by this
jurisdiction shall be provided with water supply in accordance
with the International Fire Code.
K402.2 Individual structures. Individual structures shall
comply with Sections 402.2.1 and 402.2.2.
K402.2.1 Access. Individual structures hereafter constructed
or relocated into or within wildland-urban interface areas
shall be provided with fire apparatus access in accordance
with the International Fire Code.
K402.2.2 Water supply. Individual structures hereafter
constructed or relocated into or within wildland-urban
interface areas shall be provided with a conforming water
supply in accordance with the International Fire Code.
| EXCEPTIONS: | 1. Structures constructed to meet the requirements for the class of ignition-resistant construction specified in Table 503.1 for a nonconforming water supply. |
| 2. Buildings containing only private garages, carports, sheds and agricultural buildings with a floor area of not more than 600 square feet (56 m2). |
TABLE K503.1
IGNITION-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTIONa
| Fire Hazard Severity | ||||||
| Moderate Hazard | High Hazard | Extreme Hazard | ||||
| Water Supplyb | Water Supplyb | Water Supplyb | ||||
| Defensible Spacec | Conforming | Nonconforming | Conforming | Nonconforming | Conforming | Nonconforming |
| Nonconforming | IR 2 | IR 1 | IR 1 | IR 1 N.C. | IR 1 N.C. | Not Permitted |
| Conforming | IR 3 | IR 2 | IR 2 | IR 1 | IR 1 | IR 1 N.C. |
| 1.5 x Conforming | Not Required | IR 3 | IR 3 | IR 2 | IR 2 | IR 1 |
| a. Access shall be in accordance with Section 402. | |
| b. Water supply shall be in accordance with Section 402.1. | |
| IR 1 = Ignition-resistant construction in accordance with Section 504. | |
| IR 2 = Ignition-resistant construction in accordance with Section 505. | |
| IR 3 = Ignition-resistant construction in accordance with Section 506. | |
| N.C. = Exterior walls shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than 1 hour and the exterior surfaces of such walls shall be noncombustible. Usage of log wall construction is allowed. | |
| c. Conformance based on Section 603. |
K404 Water supply. This section not adopted.
APPENDIX B-VEGETATION MANAGEMENT PLAN - THIS APPENDIX IS ADOPTED.
APPENDIX C-FIRE DANGER RATING SYSTEM - THIS APPENDIX IS ADOPTED.
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