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F. ANN RODRIGUEZ, RECORDER
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DEPUTY RECORDER
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SEQUENCE: 19992210116
11/17/1999
ORDIN 10:41
SMARA
TOWN OF MARANA
ATTN: TOWN CLERK
13251 N LON ADAMS RD
MARANA AZ 85653
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AMOUNT PAID $ 25.50
ORDINANCE No. 99.28
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MARANA,
ARIZONA, AMENDING CHAPTER 7, BUILDING, OF THE TOWN CODE OF THE
TOWN OF MARANA, BY REFERENCE AND REPEALING ALL RESOLUTIONS,
ORDINANCES, AND RULES OF THE TOWN OF MARANA IN CONFLICT
HEREWITH; PRESERVING RIGHTS AND DUTIES THAT HAVE ALREADY
MATURED AND PROCEEDINGS THAT HAVE ALREADY BEGUN
THEREUNDER.
WHEREAS, the Town of Marana did adopt Chapter 7 of the Marana Town Code
on, December 19, 1995, three copies of which are on file in the office ofthe Town Clerk,
having been made a public record by adoption of Resolution 95-71, which outlined
regulations for building and construction within the town limits of Maran a; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the Town of Marana have determined that
the revision to this chapter of the Town Code will provide uniformity with other legal
entities and is in the best interests of the Town of Marana and its residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Town
of Marana, Arizona, as follows:
Section 1. Those certain documents known as "1997 Uniform Fire Code with
modifications" and "1999 National Electrical Code with modifications," three
copies of which are on file in the office of the Town Clerk of the Town of
Marana, Arizona, which documents were made a public record by Resolution No.
99-108 of the Town of Marana, Arizona, are hereby referred to, adopted and made
a part hereof as if fully set out in this Ordinance.
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Section 2. All Marana Ordinances, Resolutions, or Motions and parts of Ordinances,
Resolutions, or Motions of the Council in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed, effective as of November 16, 1999.
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Section 3. Repeal of all ordinances and parts of ordinances in conflict with the
provisions set forth herein does not affect rights and duties that have matured or
penalties that were incurred and proceedings that were begun before the effective
date of that repeal.
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Section 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this
Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision
of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity
of the remaining portions thereof.
Section 5. The immediate operation of this Ordinance is necessary for the
preservation of the public peace, health and safety of the Town of Marana,
Arizona, and an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this Ordinance shall be
in full force and effect immediately from and after its passage and adoption.
Section 6.
The penalty provisions of this Ordinance are as follows:
It shall be a civil infraction for any person, firm or corporation to violate any of
the provisions of this Ordinance. Civil infractions shall be enforced through the
hearing officer procedure provided by AR.S. 99-462.08. Penalties for civil
infractions shall not exceed the maximum penalty set forth in AR.S. 99-240.28.
Each day a violation continues shall be considered a separate offense.
Section 7 Section 7-1-2 (A)(7) of the Marana Town Code is amended with deletions
shown by strikeout as follows:
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Section 7-1-2 Uniform Building Code Adopted
A. The Marana building code, codified in this chapter, adopts by reference the
1994 Uniform Building Code, as amended, of the International Conference
of Building Officials, together with the following national codes:
(7) Uniform Fire Code, +994-1997 edition, as amended by the Uniform
Fire Code Modifications, +994 1997 edition;
Section 8. Section 7-1-2 (A)(8) of the Marana Town Code is amended, with and
deletions shown by strikeout as follows:
Section 7-1-2 Uniform Building Code Adopted
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The Marana building code, codified in this chapter, adopts by reference
the 1994 Uniform Building Code, as amended, of the International
Conference of Building Officials, together with the following national
codes:
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(8) National Electrical Code, +9%-1999 edition, as amended by the
National Electrical Code Modifications, +9%-1999 edition;
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Section 9. Chapter 7 of the Marana Town Code IS further amended by deleting
therefrom Article 7-4 "Fiber Optics Code."
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Marana,
Arizona, this 16th day of November, 1999.
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EXHIBIT A TO ORDINANCE No. 99.28
1997 UNIFORM FIRE CODE MODIFICATIONS
ARTICLE 1 - ADMINISTRATION
Section 101.6 Conflicting Provisions is modified to read:
Where there is a conflict in this code between a general requirement and a specific
requirement, or between this code and any other statute or ordinance, the more
restrictive shall apply.
Section 101.8 References to Appendix. Add a second sentence to read:
The following appendix chapters have been specifically adopted:
Appendix I-A
Appendix l-C
Appendix II-A
Appendix II-B
Appendix II-C
Appendix II-D
Appendix II-E
Appendix II-F
Appendix II-G
Appendix II-H
Appendix II-I
Appendix II-J
Appendix 111- A
Appendix 111- B
Appendix III-C
Life Safety Requirements for Existing Buildings Other than
High Rise
Stairway Identification
Suppression and Control of Hazardous Fire Areas
Protection of Flammable and Combustible Liquid
Tanks in Locations Subject to Flooding
Marinas
Rifle Ranges
Hazardous Materials Management and Hazardous Materials
Inventory Statements
Protected Aboveground Tanks for Motor Vehicle Fuel-
Dispensing Stations Outside Buildings
Secondary Containment for Underground Tank
Systems Containing Flammable or Combustible
Liquids
Site Assessments for Determining Potential Fire and
Explosion Risks from Underground Flammable or
Combustible Liquid Tank Leaks
Ozone Gas-Generating Equipment
Storage of Flammable and Combustible Liquids III
Tanks Location within Below Grade Vaults
Fire-Flow Requirements for Buildings
Fire Hydrant Locations and Distribution
Testing Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems
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Appendix IV-A Interior Floor Finish
Appendix IV - B Christmas Trees
Appendix V -A Nationally Recognized Standards of Good Practice
Appendix VI-C Emergency Relief Venting for Fire Exposure for
Aboveground Tanks
Appendix VI-E Reference Tables from the Uniform Building Code
Appendix VI-F Recommended Separation Distances for Explosive
Materials
Appendix VI -G Cryogenic Fluids Weight and Volume Equivalents
Appendix VI-I Conversion Tables
Section 103.1.4 Appeals. Add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Whenever a violation of this code has been determined and the applicant wishes to
appeal the decision of the staff because of code interpretation, or unreasonable
hardship, an appeal may be filed to the Fire Chief or an authorized representative,
as follows:
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1. The applicant shall file a written appeal on or before Friday of each
week, not later than 4:30 p.m.
2. The appeal will be heard by the chief, or an authorized
representative within 10 working days of the receipt of the appeal.
3. The chief, or an authorized representative, may use a Hearing
Committee consisting of such staff as is deemed appropriate to
provide advice on a particular appeal.
4. Adequate information shall be provided by the applicant on the
Petition of Appeal to fully describe the condition( s) in question.
5. The applicant may, but is not required to, meet with the chief, or a
designated representative, to discuss the appeal.
6. If the appeal is denied, the applicant shall comply with the
requirement( s) of the Fire Code or file an appeal to the Board of
Appeals."
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Section 103.2.1.1 General is modified by changing "Department" to "District"
and "Ordinances" to "Ordinances and/or Codes and Regulations."
Section 103.2.1.2 is modified by changing "Chief of Police" to Chief of Police
and/or Pima County Sheriff and further change "Police Officer" to Police
Officer and/or Deputy Sheriff, and change "Department" to District.
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Section 103.3.1.2 is modified by changing "inspection warrant" to
"administrative warrant."
Section 103.4.4 is modified by changing "misdemeanor" to "civil infraction."
Section 105.1 Scope has been changed to read:
It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to use a building or
premises or engage in any activity for which a permit is determined by the chief to
be required under this code without first having obtained such permit. When
required, permits shall be obtained from the authority having jurisdiction."
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ARTICLE 2 - DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Section 202-A
Administrator is modified to read, "is the Fire Chief of the jurisdiction."
Section 216-0
Add the following occupancy classification:
Group R Division 4 Occupancy. Residential group care facilities for ambulatory,
non-restrained persons who may have a mental or physical impairment and where
personal care services are provided to the clients (each accommodating more than
5 and not more than 16 clients or residents, excluding staff).
Section 214-M
Add the following definition:
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Manufactured Home Park. A site under a single or unified ownership,
containing spaces with required improvements and utilities that are leased for the
long-term placement of four or more manufactured or mobile homes for dwelling
purposes; or upon which four or more manufactured or mobile homes are occupied
as dwellings, regardless of whether or not a charge is made for such
accommodations.
Section 219-R
Railway is modified to read: Railway is a steam, electric or other railroad, which
carries passengers or freight for hire.
Section 220 -S
Add the following definition:
Special Operative Doors. Special Operative doors shall include, but are not
limited to electrically operated, pneumatically operated and other automatically
operated doors.
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Section 222-U
Add the following definition:
Unlawful unless otherwise specifically provided, means a civil infraction.
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ARTICLE 9 -FIRE DEPARTMENT ACCESS AND WATER SUPPLY
Section 901.4.4 Premises identification is modified to read as follows:
Approved premises identification shall be in accordance with Pima County
Addressing Ordinance Chapter 18.83 Section 18.83.010 through 18.83.060.
Section 902.2.2.6. Grade is modified to read as follows:
The gradient for a fire apparatus access road shall not exceed 150/0 maximum
slope (15 feet in 100 feet).
Section 903.2 Required Water Supply for Fire Protection is modified by adding
a second paragraph to read as follows:
The builder/developer, as well as the property owner, may request an alternative
method of supplying fire flow, which may include tanks, cisterns or sprinkler
systems where the development of full fire-flow is impractical.
Section 903.4.2 Required installations is modified by adding "or modified" to
the end of the first sentence
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ARTICLE 10 - FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT
Section 1001.4 Approval and testing. The third paragraph is modified to read as
follows:
Fire alarm and detection systems shall be tested In accordance with V.F.C
Standard 10-2 and Appendix III-C.
Section 1001.7.1 General. Add a second paragraph to read as follows:
Parking shall not be permitted within fifteen (15) feet of a fire hydrant except as
otherwise approved by the Chief.
Section 1001.7.1.1 Obstruction at the time of emergency is added as to read as
follows:
Obstruction of fire hydrants and fire equipment shall not occur at the time of an
emergency.
Section 1001.10 Fire Appliances is modified to read as follows:
The Chief is authorized to designate the type and number of fire appliances to be
installed and maintained in and upon all buildings and premises in the jurisdiction.
This designation shall be based on the relative severity of probable fire, including
the rapidity with which it could spread. Such appliances shall be of a type suitable
for the probable class of fire associated with such building or premises and shall
have the approval of the chief.
Section 1003.2.2. The Section Title and first sentence is modified to read:
All occupancies except Group U Occupancies. Except for Group V
Occupancies, an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed:
Delete the first sentence of Item 1 and replace with:
1. In every story of all buildings when the floor area exceeds 1,500 square feet
(139.4m2) and in all basements, regardless of size, when there is not provided at
least 20 square feet (1.86 m2) of opening entirely above the adjoining ground level
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in each 50 linear foot (15,240 mm), or fraction thereof of exterior wall in the story
or basement on at least one side of the building."
Delete Item 5 and replace with:
5. Throughout all buildings more than two stories in height or with an occupied
floor with an occupant load of 30 or more that is located 55 feet or more above the
lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
EXCEPTION: Open parking garages."
Section 1003.2.3.9 is added to read as follows:
Group A, Division 1 and 2 Occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be
installed throughout Group A Division 1 and 2 Occupancies.
Section 1003.2.3.10 is added to read as follows:
Group Division 2.1, 3, and 4 Occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall
be installed throughout a building when a group A, Division 2.1,3, or 4 occupancy
is located above the first floor.
Section 1003.2.4.1 is deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:
General. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed throughout all
buildings containing a Group E, Division 1,2, or 3 occupancy.
EXCEPTION: One story buildings, when each room used for instruction
has at least one exit door directly to the exterior at ground level, and when
rooms used for assembly purposes have at least one-half of the required exits
directly to the exterior ground level, an automatic sprinkler system need not
be provided.
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Section 1003.2.6.1 General is modified by changing "fire extinguishing system"
to "sprinkler system."
Section 1003.2.6.2 Group H, Division 4 Occupancies is modified by changing
"fire extinguishing system" to "sprinkler system."
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Section 1003.2.6.3 Group H, Division 6 Occupancies is modified by changing
"fire extinguishing system" to "sprinkler system."
Section 1003.2.6.4 is added to read as follows:
Group H, Division 5 Occupancies. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be
installed throughout Group H, Division 5 Occupancies having a single floor area
greater than the following for specific types of construction:
Type I F.R. - 30,000-sq. ft.
Type II F.R. - 20,000-sq. ft.
Type II-One-hour, Type III-One-hour and Type IV - 15,000 sq. ft.
Type II-N and III-N - 12,000-sq. ft.
Type V-One-hour - 8,000-sq. ft.
Type V-N - 5,000-sq. ft.
Aircraft repair hangers housing aircraft with a tail height exceeding 28 feet shall be
provided with an automatic sprinkler system throughout regardless of area or type
of construction.
Section 1003.2.8 Group M Occupancies. The first sentence IS deleted and
replaced with:
An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout Group M Occupancies
where the floor area, including mezzanines, exceeds 12,000 square feet (1114.8
m2) on any floor.
Section 1003.2.9 is titled Group R Occupancies.
Section 1003.2.9 Group R, Division 1 Occupancies. Is re-numbered to Section
1003.2.9.1.
Section 1003.2.9.1 Group R, Division 1 Occupancies is modified by adding the
following to read:
F or the purpose of this subsection, area separation walls shall not define separate
buildings. Any habitable space below grade shall be considered a story.
When fire-flow requirements of Appendix III-A or the hydrant location and
distribution requirements of Appendix III-B of the Fire Code cannot be met, an
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automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the building. See also
Northwest Fire Sprinkler Standard 10-3.
Section 1003.2.9.2 Group R, Division 3 Occupancies IS added to read as
follows:
An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed throughout every Group R,
Division 3 Occupancy constructed on property when:
1. Fire-flow for buildings as required in Appendix III-A cannot be met,
or
2. Fire hydrant location and spacing requirements of Appendix III-B
cannot be met, or
3. Fire Department access roads with grades less than 15% are not
provided, or
4. The distance between any portion of an exterior wall of the first story
and an approved hydrant is greater than that required by the Fire
Chief.
Residential or quick response sprinklers shall be used. The sprinkler system may
be connected to the domestic water supply provided the required design density
can be met. Residential fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in accordance with
Section 9002, Standard 10-3.
Section 1003.2.10 is added to read as follows:
Group S Occupancies.
Section 1003.2.10.1 is added to read as follows:
Group S, Division 3 Occupancies. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be
installed throughout group S, Division 3 Occupancies two or more stories in
height.
Section 1003.2.10.2 is added to read as follows:
Group S, Division 5 Occupancies. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be
installed throughout Group S, Division 5 Occupancies having a single floor area
greater than the following for specific types of construction:
Type I F.R. - 30,000 sq. ft.
Type II F.R. - 20,000-sq. ft.
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Type II-Qne-hour, Type III-Qne-hour and Type IV - 15,000 sq. f1.
Type II-N and III-N - 12,000 sq. ft.
Type V-Qne-hour - 8,000-sq. ft.
Type V-N - 5,000-sq. ft.
Aircraft repair hangers housing aircraft with a tail height exceeding 28 feet shall be
provided with an automatic sprinkler system throughout regardless of area or type
of construction.
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ARTICLE 11 - GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Section 1102.5.2.3.4 Residential barbecues is added to read
In R-l occupancies, no person shall use fixed or portable barbecues on or under
any attached covered patios, balconies, covered walkways or roof overhangs.
When in use, they shall be located not less than ten (10) feet from any building or
structure or other combustible construction.
EXCEPTION: Listed electrical appliances that do not utilize combustible
materials or produce open flames.
Section 1103.3.7 is added to read as follows:
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Institutional bedding. Bed mattresses used in institutional occupancies where the
personal liberties of inmates are restrained shall be permanently flame resistant
and low smoke producing. Urethane foam materials shall be aged before the
aforementioned tests are conducted. The method of aging shall be by American
Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) D3574-86.
Section 1105.7 is added to read as follows:
Combustible Roof Surfaces. Prior to application of roofing material involving
the use of an open flame torch, a substrate or roofing felt shall be mechanically
attached to the roof. Only substrate in conformance with ASTM requirements
shall be used. In addition, substrate materials shall not be applied using an open
flame torch or device. All combustible roof surfaces shall be protected by the
substrate from the open flame of the roofing torch.
Section 1105.8 is added to read as follows:
Fire Watch. A fire watch shall be maintained in the vicinity of the location where
open-flame operations have been conducted for not less than one-half hour after
such operations have ceased
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Section 1109.4.1 Designated Areas. Is mod:fied by adding the following as the
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Where smoking is permitted, there shall be provided on each table, and at other
convenient locations, approved, non-combustible ashtrays or match receivers.
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ARTICLE 12 - MAINTENANCE OF EXITS AND EMERGENCY ESCAPES
Section 1207.3 is modified by adding the following to paragraph to Exception #1:
During the hours of occupancy by employees only, the building shall be provided
with exits complying with the Building Code.
Section 1207.3 is further modified by adding Exception #3 as follows:
3. Manually operated flush bolts are permitted on double entry/exit
doors in Group A, Division 3 and Group B, Occupancies when all
of the following conditions are met:
A. One of the two doors shall always be operable without special
knowledge.
B. Only the active leaf shall be used to calculate the required exit
width.
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ARTICLE 25 - PLACES OF ASSEMBLY
Section 2505 Liquid-and gas-fueled Vehicles and Equipment
Section 2505.2.3.2. Quantity limit. Delete this section in its entirety.
Section 2505.2.3.4. Closure. Replace the word" and" with the word" or".
Section 2506 is added to read as follows:
AMUSEMENT BUILDINGS
2506.1. Scope. Amusement buildings used for a period of time not exceeding 45
days shall conform with the requirements of the code for their occupancy
classification in addition to the provisions set forth in Articles 2,9, 10 and 12.
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EXCEPTION: Amusement buildings or portions thereof which are
without walls or a roof and constructed to prevent the accumulation of
smoke in assembly areas.
2506.2 Amusement Structures
2505.2.1 General. When mazes, mirrors or other effects are used to confound the
egress path, exits and exit signs shall be approved by the building official, and
where practicable, shall comply with the requirements specified in Article 1212.7
of the fire code.
2506.2.2 Travel Distance. No portion of a maze may be further than 100 feet
from an obvious exit out of the maze.
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2506.3 Operating at Reduced Lighting Levels
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2506.3.1 General. When such facilities operate at reduced lighting levels, they
shall adhere to the following provisions:
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1. GUIDES. Guides are required when haunted houses, fun houses and
similar uses operate at reduced lighting levels. The guide shall be
responsible for complying with the following provisions:
A. When people enter such occupancy, they shall be organized into
a group not to exceed 20 persons, and said group shall be
accompanied by a guide who shall be familiar with the facility.
B. The guide shall have an operable flashlight on his/her person at
all times when he/she is accompanying patrons.
C. The guide shall have direct communication with an attendant
located at the switch controlling the house lights.
2. LIGHTING ATTENDANT. There shall be an attendant who can
immediately turn on the house lights in case of an emergency.
3. CHANGE OF ELEVATION. Any change of elevation within a
building or structure operating at reduced lighting levels shall be
provided with a minimum of one foot candle illumination.
2506.4 Fire Protection. Fire Protection for amusement buildings shall be in
accordance with Section 1003.2.3.6, Section 1007.2.12.1 and Standard 10-1 of the
fire code.
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ARTICLE 32 - TENTS, CANOPIES AND TEMPORARY MEMBRANE
STRUCTURES
Section 3202.2 Limited Application. The definition of Canopy is modified to
read as follows:
Canopy is a temporary structure, enclosure or shelter constructed of fabric or
pliable material supported by any matter except by air or the content it
protects and is open on a minimum of two sides.
Section 3205.2 Location and Parking is modified by adding a second exception
to read as follows:
2. Automobiles displayed for sale may be parked adjacent to or underneath
canopIes.
Section 3222 is added to read as follows:
Inspection Requirements. Inspection intervals shall be as often as deemed
necessary by the chief, but no more than 60 days apart.
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ARTICLE 45 - APPLICATION OF FLAMMABLE FINISHES
Section 4502.6.3 Job Size. An "Exception" has been added to read as follows:
EXCEPTION: In Group H, Division 4 Occupancies provided with an
approved fire sprinkler system throughout, the aggregate surface to be
sprayed may include up to 40 percent of one vehicle.
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ARTICLE 47 - FUMIGATION AND THERMAL INSECTICIDAL
FOGGING
Section 4704 Notification of Fumigation has been modified by deleting the
words "in writing."
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ARTICLE 82 - LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GASES
Section 8203.2.1.8 is deleted and replaced to read as follows:
Use for Food Preparation. Listed and approved LP-Gas commercial food service
appliances shall be permitted to be used inside restaurants and in attended
commercial food catering operations provided that no commercial food service
appliances shall have more than two 10-oz nonrefillable butane gas containers
having a maximum water capacity of 1.08 lb. per container connected directly to
the appliance at any time and containers shall not be manifolded. The appliance
fuel container( s) shall be an integral part of the listed, approved commercial food
service device and shall be connected without the use of a rubber hose. Butane
containers shall be listed. Storage in restaurants and at food service locations of
10-oz butane nonrefillable containers shall be limited to no more than twenty-four
containers.
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ARTICLE 90 - STANDARDS
Section 9002 - V.F.C. Standards
ARTICLE 10
Add the following standard:
10-3; 1003.2.9.1 and 1003.2.9.2
Residential Fire Sprinkler Installation Standard
Section 9003 - Recognized Standards
n.2.9 - 13R Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including
Four-Stories in Height, 1996
n.2.10 - 13D Sprinkler Systems in One-and Two-Family Dwellings and
Manufactured Homes, 1996
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APPENDIX III-C INSPECTION, TESTING, AND RECORD KEEPING
REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
Appendix III-C is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
SECTION 1 - GENERAL
1.1 Scope. This appendix provides requirements for the inspection, testing and
record keeping for water type fire extinguishing systems including sprinkler
systems, standpipe systems, hose cabinets, fire pumps and their associated
hardware, fire hydrant systems and fire alarm systems, their power supplies and
control features.
1.2 Intervals. Inspection and testing of system prescribed in this appendix shall
be conducted annually or as specified except that the chief may determine that
additional inspections, tests or maintenance are needed to ensure that the systems
or device will operate properly in an emergency
1.3 Witness. The chief shall be notified in advance of the performance of required
tests to allow a representative of the fire department to witness the test.
1.4 Testing Personnel. The inspections and test prescribed by this standard shall
be conducted by personnel qualified to perform the full procedure for the particular
system or device being inspected or tested.
1.5 Record Keeping. Written records of required inspections and tests shall be
maintained. A copy of these records shall be kept available at the protected
property and a copy shall be submitted to the Fire District.
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1.6 Notification of Inoperable System. The Fire District shall be notified, as
soon as possible, if any system or equipment regulated by this appendix is
determined to be inoperable.
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1.7 Responsibility. The property owner or manager is responsible for assuring that
the required inspection and test requirements specified in this appendix are
performed.
1.8 Definitions. The following terms are defined:
1.8.1 Inspection. A visual examination of the system, a portion of the system or a
device to verify that the system or device appears to be in proper working
condition, not blocked or obstructed and that the system or device is free from
physical damage.
1.8.2 Testing. Physical checks conducted on the system, part of the system or
device to determine the serviceability of the system or device.
SECTION 2
REQUIREMENTS
SYSTEMS.
INSPECTION FREQUENCY
FOR WATER-TYPE FIRE
AND SPECIFIC
EXTINGUISHING
2.1 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS.
2.1.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually inspect all fire department connections for signs of corrosion or
mechanical damage.
2. Check to see that the protective caps are in place.
3. Remove the protective caps and look for foreign material in the pipe.
4. Determine that the clappers or swing checks are in proper working
order.
5. Determine that the check valve is not leaking and that the fire
department connection is dry and reasonably free from corrosion.
6. Determine that the gaskets are in place and in good condition.
7. Determine that the swivels are free moving.
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2.2 Valves controlling the water supply.
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2.2.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
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1. Determine that the valve is fully opened, accessible and has no signs of
physical damage.
2. Check to see that the valve is properly supervised, sealed or locked in
the open position.
2.2.2 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Exercise the valve to ensure that it is free moving.
2. Determine that any alarm supervision is working.
2.3 Main Drain.
2.3.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Conduct a main drain flow test and determine if the water supply is
adequate.
2. Determine that the drain discharges at a point where it is not like to
cause water damage.
3. Check to see that the valve does not leak and that is free moving.
2.4 Inspector Test Valves & Central Station Monitor.
2.4.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Open each inspectors test valve & determine that all flow switches
and alarm annunciation is working. Alarms should operate no
sooner than 30 seconds and no longer that 2 minutes.
2. Check the water motor gong and/or flow switches to ensure that
they are not leaking.
3. Contact Central Station Monitor to ensure that they have received
the alarm signal.
2.5 Dry-Pipe, Pre-action and Deluge Valves.
2.5.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Trip test shall be conducted annually.
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2.6 Other Valves on the System.
2.6.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Check each valve to ensure that they are in proper (open/closed)
position.
2. Check each valve required to be kept in the open position to ensure
that they are sealed, locked or supervised in the open position.
3. Ensure that all control valves are properly labeled.
4. Exercise each valve and restore to proper position.
5. Determine that the valves do not leak and that the packing is tight
and lubricated.
NOTE: On wet standpipe outlets, check to see that the cap gaskets are in
place and that the caps are tight before exercising the valve outlets. After the
valve has been worked, the water between the valve and the cap should be
drained off and the cap dried before it is reinstalled.
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2.7 Tamper Switches.
2.7.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check the tamper switches to ensure that they are in place
and appear to be in good working condition.
2.7.2 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Operate each valve equipped with a tamper switch. The valve
should not close more than one quarter of the way without
activation of the supervision.
2. Determine that a trouble or supervisory signal was received by the
alarm control panel and that when the valve is restored, the
signal clears.
3. Determine if the switch is securely mounted.
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2.8 Sprinklers.
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2.8.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Check sprinkler heads to determine if they are free from loading,
corrosion and paint, and that they are not leaking.
2. Determine that there are no obstructed sprinkler heads, and that
spacing and temperature rating are proper.
2.9 Pressure Gauge.
2.9.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Test reliability of system's pressure gauges. Questionable gauges
should be tested against an approved test gauge.
2.10. Fire Hydrants.
2.10.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. All fire hydrants, which would normally be used by the Fire
District, shall be inspected to ensure they are visible, accessible
and appear in good order.
2.10.2 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. All fire hydrants shall be flow tested to ensure they are in proper
working order.
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2.11 Standpipes.
2.11.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
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1. Inspect the outlets to ensure they are accessible, the protective caps
are in place and the valves are fully closed.
2. Wet standpipe system valves controlling water supplies shall be
inspected in accordance with section 2.2.
3. Visually inspect the hose to ensure it is accessible and that nozzles
and required seals or clamps are in place.
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4. Remove and re-rack hose. Check hose for mildew, cuts or other
deterioration.
5. Check hose coupling, gaskets and nozzle for serviceability and
obstructions.
NOTE: Annual standpipe outlet valve maintenance should be conducted in
conjunction with this inspection by capping the outlets then exercising and
lubricating the valves.
2.11.1 Test. Test shall be completed every five (5) years.
1. A flow test shall be conducted by flowing the required volume of
water at the design pressure to the hydraulically most remote,
highest or dead-end hose connection of each zone of a
standpipe system. Where a flow test of the hydraulically most
remote outlet is not practical, the Fire District shall be consulted
for the appropriate location for the test.
2. All systems shall be flow tested and pressure tested at the
requirements in effect at the time of installation. The actual
test methodes) and performance criteria shall be discussed In
advance with the Fire District.
2.12 TANKS.
2.12.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check for tank leaks, signs of corrosion or physical
damage.
2. Determine that the automatic filling system is operating.
2.13 FIRE PUMPS.
2.13.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
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1. Conduct a flow test in accordance with the manufacturer
recommendations and in accordance with NFP A 20, 1993 Ed.
The minimum acceptable flow test shall include pressure and flow
results at churn, capacity and 150% of rated capacity.
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2.14.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed every five (5) years.
1. Check valves should be internally inspected to verify that all
components operate properly, move freely and are in good
condition.
2.15 Flow Switches
2.15.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check for signs of leaking or corrosion.
2. Visually check for physical damage.
3. Operate the flow switch using the inspector's test valve. Time the delay
in operation. Adjust the flow switch, if necessary, to operate no sooner
than thirty (30) seconds or no longer than two (2) minutes after the flow
is initiated.
SECTION 3 INSPECTION FREQUENCY AND SPECIFIC
REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS.
3.1 Fire Alarm Control and Annunciator Panels.
3.1.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check all control panels for physical damage.
3.1.2 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Activate the system and verify that the panel will announce alarm and
trouble signals.
2. Measure and record the output of the power supply and battery-charging
unit.
3. All lamps are to be tested and nonworking lamps replaced.
4. Activate a device in each zone and ensure that each zone will properly
activate the system.
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3.2.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check the battery for physical damage or corrosion.
2. Check for corrosion on the battery terminals.
3. Check fluid levels if applicable.
4. Battery shall be marked with the date installed. When replaced, the new
battery shall be of the proper type and rating.
5. Disconnect, clean and reconnect the battery terminals.
3.2.2 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. With the line power disconnected and the system in normal operation,
measure the voltage output of the battery. With all of the system
audio/visual devices activated, measure the voltage output. Compare
results to the last year's readings and replace battery if there is a
decrease of more than twenty-five percent (25%).
NOTE: If the battery is lead acid, hydrometer readings shall be taken
monthly and the battery replaced if it does not perform to the manufacturer
specifications. A copy of the monthly readings shall be submitted annually
with all other required reports.
3.3 Smoke Detectors.
3.3.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check the smoke detectors to insure that they are clean and not
physically damaged or obstructed.
3.3.2 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
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1. All smoke detectors shall be tested in place to ensure smoke entry into
the sensing chamber an alarm response. Testing with smoke or listed
aerosol acceptable to the manufacturer, or other means acceptable to the
detector manufacturer shall be permitted as one acceptable test method.
2. Ensure that each smoke detector is within its listed and marked
sensitivity range by testing using either:
A) A calibrated test method, or
B) The manufacturer's calibrated sensitivity test equipment, or
C) Listed control equipment arranged for the purpose.
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NOTES: 1. Detector sensitivity shall be checked within one (1) year
after installation and every alternate year after that.
2. The detector sensitivity shall not be tested or measured using any
device that administers an unmeasured concentration of smoke or
other aerosol into the detector.
3.4 Heat Detectors.
3.4.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check to see that the devices are not physically damaged or
obstructed.
3.4.2 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Fixed Temperature. Systems which have fixed temperature heat
detectors which are fifteen (15) years old or older shall have recurring
periodic tests every five (5) years. Two (2) devices per one hundred
(100) shall be removed and tested at an independent testing laboratory.
When heat detectors are removed for testing, they shall be replaced with
new heat detectors of the proper type for the application. If any device
does not pass the test, additional devices shall be removed and tested as
a further check to determine if a general problem involving faulty
detectors is indicated. If there are failures in the second test, the
remaining heat detectors shall be replaced with new heat detectors.
2. Rate of Rise/Fixed Temperature Restorable. Systems which have
restorable heat detectors shall have recurring periodic tests involving
twenty percent (20%) of the detectors annually so that all detectors are
tested within five (5) years. Detectors shall be tested using a hair dryer
or shielded heat lamp.
3.5 Manual Pull Stations and Other Manual Devices.
3.5.1 Inspection. Inspection shall be completed annually.
1. Visually check to ensure that the pull stations are not physically
damaged and that they are accessible and visible.
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1. Operate each device and ensure that it is properly zoned and in good
working condition.
3.6 Audio and/or Visual Alarm Devices.
3.6.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Activate the system and determine that the alarm signal IS clearly
audible in all protected areas.
2. Visually check all devices to ensure that they are working. Check for
physical damage and clean or adjust as needed.
3.7 Other Control Features.
3.7.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. At least annually, other control features shall be tested. Tests shall
demonstrate the serviceability of the equipment and shall include an
operational test whenever possible.
3.8 Central Station Monitor.
3.8.1 Test. Test shall be completed annually.
1. Operate the system and verify that the signal is being received by the
monitor. Record the time and date of the test.
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EXHIBIT B TO ORDINANCE NO. 99.28
1999 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE MODIFICATIONS
Sec. 210-5. Add subsection (c) to read:
(c) Ungrounded Conductors. Branch circuits shall conform to the following
color code.
V o11s Phase System Phase A Phase B Phase C
120/208 3 WYE Black Red Blue
277/480 3 WYE Brown Orange Yellow
120/240 3 DELTA Black Orange Red
Exception No.1: The above color coding lS not required in residential
occupanCles.
Exception No.2: Industrial occupancies holding a Registered Plant Permit may
use their own coding system.
Exception No.3: Additions to an existing electrical system, where an acceptable
color coding system exists, the existing color coding system shall be continued.
Sec. 210-11{c). Add Item (4) to read:
(4) Dishwasher and Garbage Disposer Branch Circuits--Dwelling Units. In
residential occupancies, dishwasher and garbage disposer may be on the same 20-
ampere branch circuit.
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Sec. 220-37. Add section to read:
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Sec. 220-37. Optional Calculation -- Non-dwelling Unit Occupancies. The
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calculation of feeder or service load in non-dwelling unit occupancies shall be
permitted to be calculated in accordance with Table 220-37 in lieu of Part B of this
article. This section shall not apply to calculations performed under Sections 220-34,
220-35 or 220-36. Calculations for this section shall be prepared by a registered
electrical engineer.
Table 220-37. Add table to read:
Table 220-37.
Optional Method--Demand Factors for
Non-Dwelling Unit Occupancies
Connected Loads from Demand Factors!
Part B, Article 220 (Percent)
Connected load up to and including 800 amperes 100
Connected load over 800 amperes 90
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1 Other demand factors may be permitted at the discretion of the Building Official.
Sec. 225-32. Add Exception No.5:
Exception No.5: For freestanding canopies, carports, towers, and similar
structures, a branch circuit disconnecting means shall be permitted to be located
elsewhere on the premises. A bonding conductor sized per Section 250-2(d) and 250-
122 shall be run with the circuit conductors.
Sec. 230-40. Exception No.1 is revised to read:
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Exception No.1: For multiple-occupancy buildings, not more than two groups
of one to six disconnects shall be permitted to be tapped from a single service drop
or set of service lateral conductors. When mounted in individual enclosures, the
groups of one to six disconnects shall be separated by not less than two feet. When
part of a manufactured gangable meter center (cable terminal box and
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meter/disconnect section bussed together), a readily identifiable separation shall
exist between the two groups of one to six disconnects.
Sec. 230-40. Delete Exception No.4 in its entirety and renumber Exception No.5 to
Exception No 4.
Sec. 230-70(b). Add two sentences to the subsection to read:
The markings shall be of sufficient durability to withstand the environment
involved. Identifying labels required for disconnecting means shall have engraved
or raised letters and be secured by screws or rivets (plastic tape shall not be
considered durable material).
Sec. 230-g0(a). Add Exception No.6 to read:
Exception No.6: For services conforming to Section 230-40, Exception No.1
only, not more than two groups of one to six circuit breakers or sets of fuses shall be
permitted as the overcurrent devices to provide the overload protection. The sum of
the ratings of the circuit breakers or fuses shall be permitted to exceed the ampacity
of the service conductors, provided the calculated load in accordance with Article
220 does not exceed the ampacity of the service conductors.
Sec. 240-24(b). Add Exception to read:
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Exception: In a multiple-occupancy building where electric service supplies more
than one occupancy and electrical maintenance is provided by the building
management and where these are under continuous building management
supervision, the service overcurrent devices, feeder overcurrent devices, and
branch-circuit overcurrent devices shall be permitted to be accessible to authorized
management personnel only.
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Sec. 250-104. Revise subsection (c) to read:
(c) Other Metal Piping. Metal piping that is on or within a building that may
become energized shall be bonded to the service equipment enclosure, the grounded
conductor at the service, the grounding electrode conductor where of sufficient size,
or to the one or more grounding electrodes used. The bonding jumper shall be sized
in accordance with Table 250-122 using the rating of the circuit that may energize the
piping. The equipment grounding conductor for the circuit that may energize the
piping shall be permitted to serve as the bonding means.
(FPN): Bonding all the Piping and metal air ducts within the premises will provide
additional safety.
Sec. 250-118. Delete items (5), (6), (7), and (8).
TABLE 310-5. Revise Table 310-5 to read:
Table 310-5
Voltage Rating of
Conductor - Volts
o through 2000
Minimum Conductor Size - A WG
14 Copper
12 Copper-Clad Aluminum
8 Aluminum
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2001 through 8000
8001 through 15000
15001 through 28000
28001 through 35000
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Sec. 339-3(a). Add Item (7) to read:
(7) Type UF cable shall be permitted to be used in mortar joints ofbumt and
"mud" adobe construction in occupancies where the use of nonmetallic cable is
permitted by this code.
Sec. 347-3. Add subsection (g) and Exception to read:
(g) Exterior locations. Where exposed in exterior locations.
Exception: Schedule 80 PVC may be used exposed out-ofdoors.
Sec. 350-14. Revise to read:
Sec. 350-14. Grounding. Flexible metal conduit shall not be permitted as a
grounding means. An equipment grounding conductor, sized in accordance with
Table 250-122, shall be installed in all flexible metal conduit. Where an equipment
bonding jumper is required around flexible metal conduit, it shall be installed in
accordance with Section 250-102.
Exception: Factory assembled (prewired) fixtures and equipment with flexible
metal conduit will not require the addition of the grounding conductor in the
prewired raceway.
Sec. 351-9. Revise section and Exception No.1:
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351-9. Grounding. Liquidtight flexible metal conduit shall not be permitted as a
grounding means. An equipment grounding conductor, sized in accordance with
Table 250-122 shall be installed in allliquidtight flexible metal conduit. Where an
equipment bonding jumper is required around liquidtight flexible metal conduit, it
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shall be installed in accordance with Section 250-102.
Exception: Factory assembled (prewired) fixtures and equipment with liquidtight
flexible metal conduit will not require the addition of the grounding conductor in the
prewired raceway.
Sec. 351-23(b). Add item (5) to read:
(5) For feeders.
Sec. 410-16(c). Revise subsection (c) to read:
(c) Fixtures in Suspended Ceilings. In suspended ceilings only "intermediate"
and "heavy duty" ceiling systems as defined in the 1994 UBC Standard No. 25-2,
Section 25.213 may be used for the support of fixtures.
All fixtures shall be positively attached to the suspended ceiling system. The
attachment device shall have a capacity of 100 percent of the fixture weight acting
in any direction.
When "intermediate" systems are used, No. 12 gage hangers shall be attached to
the grid members within 3 inches of each comer of each fixture. Tandem fixtures
may utilize common wires.
Where "heavy duty" systems are used, supplemental hangers are not required if
a 48-inch modular hanger pattern is followed. When cross runners are used without
supplemental hangers to support fixtures, these cross runners must provide the same
carrying capacity as the main runner.
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Fixtures weighing less than 56 pounds shall have, in addition to the requirements
outlined above, two No. 12 gage hangers connected from the fixture housing to the
structure above. These wires may be slack.
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Fixtures weighing 56 pounds or more shall be supported directly from the
structure above by approved hangers.
Pendant-hung fixtures shall be supported directly from the structure above using
No.9 gage wire or approved alternate support without using the ceiling suspension
system for direct support.
Sec. 422-12. Delete section in its entirety.
Sec. 430-32. Add subsection (e) to read:
(e) Evaporative Cooler Fan Motor and Pump Motor. Evaporative Cooler fan
motor and pump motor shall be individually protected by type "S" fuses or a motor
starter with overload protection. Fuses shall be selected, or overload protection shall
be set at no more than 125% of running current load.
Sec.501-16(b). Delete Exception, including a, b, and c.
Sec. 502-1. Renumber FPN to FPN No.1, and add FPN No.2 to read:
(FPN No.2): The following is a guideline for a Small Woodworking Facility.
1. Complete V.L. listed Dust Collection System, interlocked with dust producing
equipment.
2. Light fixtures below 12' shall be of the enclosed type.
3. Boxes shall be "Bell" or "FS" type with threaded hubs and gasketted covers.
4. Wiring methods shall be EMT with compression fittings.
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5. Requirements extend in a 10' radius from each dust producing piece of equipment.
6. Seal any openings in boxes or electrical equipment to prevent the intrusion of dust.
(NOTE: See Below)
7. See N.E.C. 500-8(b), FPN No: 1
* DO NOT VOID D.L. LISTING BY SEALING DESIGNED HEAT VENTS.
Sec.502-16(b). Delete Exception, including a, b, and c.
Sec.503-16(b). Delete Exception, including a, b, and c.
Sec. 725-9. Add section to read:
Sec. 725-9. Location of Power Supplies and Transformers.
(a) Accessibility. Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 power supplies and transformers
shall be accessible.
(b) Prohibited locations.
1) In clothes closet storage space as described in Section 410-8.
2)
In attics or other space subject to high ambient temperatures.
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