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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03 UFC UPDATE 11-06-95AGE DA. NO. 3 11-6-95 ..)ATE: NOVEMBER 6, 1995 Inter-Corn TO: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT SUBJEC~ PROPOSED ADOPTION OF THE UPDATED EDITION OF UNIFORMFIRE CODE WITH LOCAL MODIFICATIONS RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions: . Adopt Resolution No. 95-92 setting forth findings in conformance with State Law for certain local modifications and changes to the Uniform Fire Code. 2. Hold first reading of Ordinance No. 1159, by title only. 3. Introduce Ordinance No. 1159. FISCAL IMPACT: The adoption of the 1994 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code, with local modifications, does not have fiscal impact upon the cost of providing fire plan check and inspection services for the City. BACKGROUND: As is the case with Uniform Building Codes, the Uniform Fire Code promulgated by the International Fire Code Institute is revised every three years. Neither the Uniform Building Codes or the Uniform Fire Code are intended to stand alone. The total package (i.e. Uniform Building Code, Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, and the National Electrical Code), give cities a complete and comprehensive program of model codes. The codes are compatible with one another and have been correlated so that there are no conflicts between them. ~" Resolution No. 95-92 sets forth findings which justify the recommended local modifications. Local modifications to the Uniform Fire Code are authorized by State Health and Safety Code Section 17958. The proposed local amendments to the Uniform Fire Code were developed by the Orange County Fire Authority and reviewed by the City's Building Official. The proposed Fire Code amendments contained in Ordinance No. 1159 are compatible with the other technical codes adopted by the City. November 6, 1995 Page two The adoption of a new edition of the Fire Code is 'typically accompanied by discussions of residential fire sprinkler requirements. The City's current Fire Code (Ordinance No. 1113) contains a local amendment that requires residential fire sprinklers in new single family dwellings and duplexes when the floor area exceeds 6,000 square feet. The Fire Authority and the Building Industry Association (BIA) have met and discussed this issue. The Fire Authority has indicated that these discussions resulted in the BIA agreeing to a threshold of 5,500 square feet as the threshold for residential sprinkler requirements and that the BIA would not object to local ordinances requiring such. The proposed ordinance has been drafted to reflect the 5,500 square feet threshold. This requirement is contained in the local amendment of Fire Code Section 1003.2.8, Item 2. The Fire Authority has requested that the City Council conSider adopting a local code amendment which would require residential fire sprinklers in all new single family dwellings and duplexes (R3 occupancies) regardless of square footage. The cities of Anaheim, Cypress, Dana Point, Placentia, San Clemente, Seal Beach, and Stanton currently require fire sprinklers for all new residential buildings. Should the citY Council choose to adopt a local amendment that would require all new single family dwellings and duplexes to have fire sprinklers, then prior to the first reading of Ordinance No. 1159, the following language could be substituted: "section 1003.2.8 Group Occupancies Ail new Group R occupancies shall be equipped with an approved automatic fire sprinkler system. Residential or quick-response standard sprinkler heads shall be used in the dwelling unit and guest room portions of the building. Exception: In reconstruction or remodeling of existing Group R, Division 3, detached one and two family dwellings where the cost of installing an approved.automatic residential fire sprinkler system exceeds 5% of the reconstruction of remodeling cost, with the approval of the chief, the required sprinkler system may be omitted." A third option for residential fire sprinkler requirements is to establish a threshold of 3,600 square feet. If a 3,600 square feet threshold is supported by the City Council, then the 5,500 square feet language in Section 1003.2.8 may be changed to read 3,600 square feet prior to first reading of the ordinance. It is anticipated that the BIA will oppose residential sprinkler requirements which are more restrictive than 5,500 square feet. Representatives from the Fire Authority will be present to discuss this issue at ~he public hearing. The BIA and active builders in 'Tustin Ranch have been notified of this issue. November 6, 1995 Page three The areas of the Fire Code that have significant local modifications are as follows: I . Uniform Fire Code Standards and National Fire Protection Association (N.F.P.A.) Standards have been amended to provide consistency with the standards adopted by the California-State· Fire Marshal (Section 9002). . The violation provisions have been amended to distinguish between offenses ~which constitute an infraction versus a misdemeanor. Also, each day of each violation is established as a separate offense (Section 103.4.4). . Requires new buildings taller than 75 feet to be equipped with a Fire Department approved emergency helicopter landing pad for use by Police, Fire, and emergency medical helicopters only (Section 1008.12.1). · Requires spacing of fire hydrants compatible with Fire Department requirements, for adequate response to fire situations (Appendix III-B). · Requires separation distances for explosive materials (Appendix VI-E). Attached are Resolution No. 95-92 and Ordinance No. 1159 for the adoption of the 1994 Edition of the Uniform Fire Code with local amendments. A complete summary of the proposed local amendments to the 1994 Fire Code is included at Attachment "A" The City Attorney's office has reviewed'the proposed ordinance and resolution. Rick Brown, Building 'Official Christine A. Shingleton Assistant City Manager Attachments: Summary of Local-Amendments Fire Sprinkler Report Resolution No. 95-92 Ordinance No. 1159 ccreport lufc94. RB:j ks ATTACHMENT "A" UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1994 EDITION SUMMARY OF CITY AMENDMENTS 'he following list' contains the Uniform Fire Code sections proposed for local ,odification and a brief description of the proposed changes. ection 103.2.1.1 General - Authority to Enforce. Existing Amendment Gives the building official joint authority to enforce certain fire code amendments, which impact Building Code provisions. ~ection 103.3.2.3 Reconstruction. New Amendment Defines a building undergoing reconstruction for purposes of installation of fire sprinklers. Assists with equity of application of codes to those occupancies which take on major construction. · ection 103.3.2.4 Fire Protection Information on Plans and Specifications in Very High fire Hazard Severity Zones. New Amendment Establishes requirements for submitting information on plans and specifications in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones which have been established in accordance with AB 337. Recommendation from the Wildland Urban Interface Task Force Report for Orange County. ection 103.4.4 Penalty for Violation. Existing Amendment Makes a violation of the Fire Code an infraction. Identifies specific serious violations as a misdemeanor. ection 105.8 Permit Required. Revised Amendment Revises the permit section to be consistent with the current fee schedule and new amendments. rticle 2 Definitions. New Amendments Adds several definitions to be consistent with new amendments in several areas and assist users of the local codes. ection 901.4.2. Fire Apparatus Access Roads. New Amendment Codifies the current policy for posting of fire department access roads. Document is easier to use by putting policy in up front. 901.4.4 premise Identification. Revised Amendment Establishes address sign requirements and is more consistent with building code requirements. Section 902.2.1 Required Access. New Amendment Codifies the current policy for requiring a second access road for residential developments containing 150 or more dwelling units. The end user is benefitted with information in one place. Section 902.2.2.3 Turninq Radius New Amendment Codifies the current requirementfor minimum turning radius on fire apparatus access roads and makes it easier for end user. Section.902.2.2.6 Grade. New Amendment Clarifies the maximum gradient for fire apparatus access. Currently gives discretion to the fire chief and this amendment puts that information .up front for the user. Section 902.2.2.7 Widths - Hiqh Fire Hazard Severity Zones.New Amendment Establishes minimum width for fire apparatus access roads and is consistent with Wildland Urban Interface Task Force report. Section 902.2.4.3 Vehicle Access Gates. New Amendment Requires gates and barriers across streets to comply with the current OCFA Guidelines for Fire Department Access. Again, this is in place for the staff and community who refer to local amendments . Section 903.2 Required Water Supply% Existing Amendment Clarifies that private dwellings will be evaluated for fire flow requirements when they exceed 3,600 square feet. Section 903.4.1.2 Testinq and Maintenance. New Amendment Requires the testing and maintenance of private fire hydrants to be in compliance with Appendix III-C. This amendment helps the user by referencing the appendix. Section 1001.1 Fire Protection Systems-Scope. New Amendment Provides cross reference to the requirements of the SFM to assist the end user of the document. Reminds personnel that the SFM also controls this area of the code in some occupancies. :ection 1001.5.5 Installation and Maintenance. Existing Amendment Relocation of existing amendment which requires building owners to supply, install, and maintain smoke detectors. ection 1003.1.2 Fire Extinquishinq System Standards. Existing Amendment Requires systems to be in accordance with NFPA standards. · ection 1003.2.2 Required Installations of Automatic Fire. Extinquishing ~ystems. Ail occupancies except Group R, Division 3, and Group U. Existing Amendment Establishes requirements for sprinklers in buildings described above. Impacts buildings 3 stories or more in height or greater thah 6,000 square feet in total area. ,ection 1003.2.8 Requires Fire Sprinklers In Ail New R-1 Occupancies' and In New R-3 Occupancies Greater Than 5,500 Existing Square Feet. Existing Amendment Establishes fire sprinkler requirements for multifamily residential buildings and large single family dwellings. ection 1003.2.9 Required Installations for Automatic Fire Extinquishing Systems. Ail Occupancies, Very Hiqh Fire Hazard Severity Zones. New Amendment Requires all occupancies within the identified zone to be equipped with fire sprinklers. ection 1004.2 Standpipes - Required Installations. Existing Amendment Requires additional fire department access or additional standpipe outlets for buildings with a horizontal dimension greater than 300 feet. ection 1007.1.5 Voltaqe Drop. Revised Amendment Requires fire alarm system design with a maximum voltage drop. of 1'0% which is consistent with industry standards. Section 1007.1.6 correlates to the requirements of the State Fire Marshal. This assists the users by putting information into one document. ectiom 1008 ~pecial Provisions for Hiqh-Rise Buildinqs. Existing Amendment Requires high-rise provisions for all buildings greater than 55 feet in height. S~_ction 1008.12.1 Section 1008.13 Section 1109.7 Section 1111.2 Semtion 1115 Section 1212.6 Article 13 Section 2501.5 Heli-pad. Existing Amendment Adds provision for emergency access and evacuation facilities on top of buildings 75 feet or greater in height. Smokeproof Enclosure. New Amendment Provides an alternative for a heli-pad when the slope of the roof is greater than 4 in 12. Replaces verbiage removed from the UBC in the 1994 edition to allow alternative way to meet code intent. Chimney Spark Arrester. Revised Amendment Requires spark arresters on the chimney of all iiquid or solid fuel burning equipment. Declaration of Intended Uses. New Amendment Gives the.Fire Chief and Building Official authority.to require filing of a declaration of intended use for new construction projects with undetermined use. This has potential to help eliminate inadequate use and sprinkling of buildings. Development On or Near Land Containinq or Emittinq Toxic, Combustible or Flammable Liquids, Gases or Vapors. New Amendment Provides the Fire Chief with the authority to require special studies for development on or near lands described above. This has arisen due to Methane gas conditions in certain areas.'~ Floor-level Exit Siqns. New Amendment Correlates with requirements of the State Fire Marshal to ensure consistent application of the code. Emergency Procedures. New Amendment Deletes this section and replaces it with the State Fire Marshal requirements of Title 1'9 CCR. Eliminates confusion for the user. Decorative Materials. New Amendment Correlates the requirement for Assembly Occupancies to State Fire Marshal regulations. ~ection 2501.16.4 Occupant Count. .Existing Amendment Requires the managers of assembly occupancies to maintain an accurate count of occupants at all times. ~ection 2501.20 Temporary Heaters. New Amendment Requires a fire department permit for certain temporary heaters in assembly occupancies to ensure adequate safeguards. ~rticle 32 Tents. Existing Amendment Provides cross references to the State Fire Marshal's regulations and therefore ensures consistency of application. ~rticle 47 Fumigation. New Amendment Removes authority for regulation of these operations and is consistent with State regulations. :ection 5103 Fabrication Areas. New Amendment Requires hazardous materials signage to'comply with Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines. This is designed for emergency responder benefits. ection 5202 Dispensing of Flammable and Combustible Liquids at Motor Vehicle Fuel-Dispensing Stations. New Amendment Limits the size of aboveground tanks inside buildings and is consistent with quantities allowed outside. ection 6319 Emergenc~ Signaqe and Labels. 'New Amendment Requires that signage for refrigeration units comply with Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines and adds consistency to current practice. rticle 64 Stationary Lead-acid Battery Systems. New Amendment ection 7401.5.2 Provides more specific requirements and is consistent with requirements adopted in the 1995 UFC Supplement. This allows utilization of improved code language immediately. Stationary Compressed Gas Cylinders & Tanks. New Amendment Requires that hazardous materials signage comply with Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines. · ....icle 77 Explosives. Existing Amendment Provides cross reference to State Fire Marshal regulations. Section 7802.4 Displays. New Amendment Clarifies the requirements for public fireworks displays and is consistent with current practice. Section 7802.5 Model Rocketry. New Amendment References current OCFA Guidelines for Model Rocketry. Section 7902.2.2.1 Location Where Aboveqround Tanks are Prohibited. Existing Amendment City specific amendment that limits the capacity and location of aboveground storage tanks for flammable liquids to certain areas of the City. Section 7903.1.3.5 Underground Tanks. New Amendment ;ion 8001.3.2 Requires proper equipment to be used for liquid removal unless permit is received from the fire department. This ensures adequate protection from fire and explosion potential. Chemical Classification Packet. New Amendment Clarifies current UFC requirement for completion and approval of chemical inventories by prior to plans approval by OCFA. This package is simplified to assist the user. Section 8001.7 Identification Siqns. New Amendment Requires use of current OCFA signage guidelines for storage of hazardous materials. Section 8001.13 Exterior Storaqe. New Amendment Clarifies problems with requirements and is consistent with revisions made in the 1995 UFC Supplement. Allows the use of the improved code language without waiting for the supplement to be published. Section 8003.1.2 Signs. New Amendment Clarifies requirements for hazardous materials signage. Section 8003.1.5 Maximum Quantity on Site. New Amendment Restricts storage of acutely hazardous materials in residential zones. ection 8003.1.13 Standby Power. New Amendment Provides correlation with UBC requirements. ection 8003.14.1.1 Corrosives - Genera]. New Amendment Reference to requirements for stationary lead-acid battery systems and is improved language for ease of application. ection 8004.1 Use, Dispensinq, and Handlinq General. New Amendment ection 8704.2 Addresses lead-acid batteries and also required signage. Access Roads (New construction). New Amendment Clarifies requirements for temporary water and access for construction of residential model and commercial occupancies. Puts discretionary requirements in place up front for planning purposes. ection 9002 ection 9002.2 Standards Adopted. Existing Amendment correlates adopted NFPA standards for local design with California Building Code design standards. UFC Standard 52-1. New Amendment Establishes requirements for residential CNG fueling facilities. This assists with residential application of CNG fueling systems. ection 9003.1 a.2.10. ANSI/IEEE 484 (Larqe lead-acid batteries). a.2.11. ANSI/IEEE 937 (Lead-acid batteries. PV systems). New Amendment ppendix I-B Provides necessary reference for amendment to Article 64. Life Safety Requirements For Existinq Hiqh-Rise Buildinqs. Existing Amendment Clarifies that the requirement only applies to buildings 75 feet or more in height and requires secondary water source for the required sprinkler system. ppendix II-A Unusual Circumstances - Fuel Modification. Revised Amend. Provides minor revisions, for regulations of spark. arresters, clearance of brush, and fuel modifications for new construction in hazardous fire areas or wildland interface areas. A~endix II-D Appendix II-E Appendix II-F Appendix III-A Appendix III-B Appendix III-C Appendix V Appendix V 2 Appendix V 3 Appendix V 4 Rifle Ranqes. New Amendment Clarifies requirement for permit to operate a rifle range. Chemical Classification Packet. New Amendment Clarifies the requirements for submission and approval of hazardous material inventories in accordance with current OCFA Guidelines. The system is designed for the end user in meeting code requirements. Protected Above Ground Tanks' for Motor Vehicle Fuel Dispensinq Stations Outside. Buildinqs. New Amendment Establishes requirements in accordance with county-wide standard. Fire-flow Requirements. New Amendment. Clarifies current policy for reduction in required fire flow. Fire Hydrant Locations and Distribution. Revised Amendment Provides requirements for hydrant spacing and allowances for sprinkler installation in various occupancies. Consistent with current practice. Testinq Automatic Sprinkler and Standpipe Systems. New Amendment Correlates to State Fire Marshal requirements and requires testing of pressure reduction valves. NFPA Standards. New Amendment Identifies and adopts NFPA Standards for special system design. Standards are used through the building industry. NFPA 13. Revised Amendment Amends standard to clarify requirements for buildings of undetermined use and installation in concealed spaces. NFPA 13D. Revised Amendment Provides requirements for pressure gage and alarm device. NFPA 13R. Revised Amendment Clarifies type of sprinkler head that may be used. .ppendix V 5 .ppendix V 6 .ppendix V 7 .ppendix V 8 ppendix V 9 ppendix .V 10 ppendix V 11 ppendix VI-A ppendix VI-E NFPA 14. Revised Amendment Provides for additional inlets as necessary and minimum design. NFPA'16A. Existing Amendment Clarifies requirement for installation standards. NFPA 24. New Amendment Addresses requirements for assemblies, location, fire department connections, and pipe coatings. Helps to resolve problems specific to soil and other-conditions in Orange County. NFPA 37. Existing Amendment Clarifies general location for allowed installations. NFPA 50. Existing Amendment Establishes standards consistent with current practice. NFPA 231.' Existing Amendment Establishes standards consistent with current practice. NFPA 231C. Existing Amendment Establishes standards consistent with current practice. Hazardous Materials Classification. New Amendment Clarifies conflict resolution with regards to hazardous materials classifications. Provides assistance with access to chemical data base in the fire authority. Required Separation Distances for Explosive Materials. Existing Amendment Establishes requirements for separation of ammonium nitrate, blasting agents, and low explosives. Orange County' Fire Authority Recognizing the Importance Residential Fire Sprinklers Recognizing the Importance of Residential Sprinklers INTRODUCTION The mission of the Orange County Fire Authority Cornrnunity Safety and Education Bureau is to protect life, property, and the environ~nent by identifying and reducing risks to the community through prevention, education, and intervention. One of the most effective methods of fire intervention is automatic fire sprinkler systems. Since the industrial revolution sprinklers have provided unparalleled protection in commercial occupancies. Since the 1970's the fire service has used sprinklers in residential occupancies with equally impressive results. Sprinkler design and installation standards have now been developed specifically for the residential hazard. The following statement is an excerpt from these standards and clearly states the "purpose" of a residential sprinkler system. The purpose of this standard is to provide a sprinkler system that will aid in the detection and control of residential fires and thus provide improved protection against injury, life loss, and property damage. The combination of the Orange County Fire Authority Communitv Safetv and Education Bureau's mission statement and the residential sprinkler stan~lards' " ur " p pose, clearly indicates what an effective tool residential sprinklers are in the Orange County Fire Authority's mission. This report is intended to answer questions, clarify issUes, and address the myths regarding residential sprinklers. The Problem Nearly once every minute, somewhere in America, a fire department is called to a home fire. Roughly, once every one and a half seconds an unreported fire occurs. Fire in the United States kills more people than all natural disasters--such as floods, hurricanes, tornados, earthquakes and blizzards--combined. The rate of death from fire in the United States is significantly higher than in other industrialized nations. The economic implications of fire loss are staggering, such as the cost of firefighting services, the disruption of business operations after a fire, and the medical costs for those injured. When these costs and the human and property losses directlv due to fire are combined, the true cost of fire exceeds $100 billion a year. Additionaily, there are very substantial psychological impa. cts on those who survive a fire: grief, guilt, and physical or psychological trauma from injury. The residential fire problem in the United States accounts for three quarters of fire deaths and two thirds of the injuries to civilians. Residential fires also account for more firefighter injuries than any other type of fire. The major causes of fire in residences, as identified by the National Fire Protection Association, are listed below: The major cause of civilian deaths is smoking materials, accounting for three of every, ten deaths, and most begin with ignition of upholstered fumiture, mattresses, or bedding. Arson and suspected arson are the number one cause of property damage accounting for more than one of every five dollars lost. Two of every five persons arrested for arson are juveniles. · Heating equipment is the leading cause of home fire incidents. Most involve portable or space heaters. · Cooking equipment is the leading cause of home fire injuries. Child fire play, typically involving matches or lighters, accounts for only one of every twelve fire deaths but is the leading cause of preschooler fire deaths accounting for three of every ten. Electrical distribution system equipment accounts for a much smaller share of the home fire problem than most people realize, ranking no higher than third among the twelve major cause categories. However, even a fire cause such as this which seems totally an equipment problem, usually involves human error. The majority of home eiectrical fires involve code violations, particularly the general workmanship provisions, and exposed elements, such as cords, are even more subject to abuse by occupants. It is important to recognize that the constant factor in the causes above is human error. Americans are similarly careless about fire. These causes show no preference for new or older homes, for wealth or poverty, or for race or religion. A truly American phenomenon, these causes are related to our lifestyles and habits. As grim as this picture is, improvements have been made over the last two decades. Since the mid-70's when the landmark Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act was passed, fire officials at local, state and federal levels, as well as private sector leaders, have mounted a significant attack on America's fire problem. This year the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)'announced a drop in the death rate due to fire to the lowest level in at least eighty-one years. The association reported that 4,275 people died in' fires in 1994, not counting firefighters. This shows a dramatic reduction from the 12,000 a year that was standard when the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act was passed approximately twenty years ago. These improvements in fire death rates have occurred for several different reasons. Fire departments today are better equipped and better trained than they were twenty years ago. Public education and awareness programs have made people more aware of fire danger. Lifestyle changes, such as fewer people smoking, have made a significant impact. Further, building cOde changes, including required sprinkler systems, have reduced the risk of fire in all occupancies. But far and away, the most potent weapon in fighting fire death in homes, where the death rate is highest, has been the smoke detector. Smoke detectors, which clearly do save lives when properly installed and maintained, have had less dramatic impact on either property loss or the cost of fire services. With an early warning from their detector, occupants are better able to get out of the house. However, unless residents are able to extinguish the fire while it is small, the blaze spreads. The fire department must then expend resources to fight the' fire, and damage to the dwelling and personal property still occurs. Everyone agrees that smoke detector .use must be maintained and extended. But to achieve further meaningful progress in fire protection and 'safety, an additional intervention is needed. That intervention, already available, is wide-scale installation of the Fast Response Residential Fire Sprinkler. THE CASE FOR RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLERS Smoke detectors do what their name implies. They provide early detection, and thus warning, of a fire. They do not provide early protection, and they take no action on the'fire itself. Residential sprinklers ]represent a different approach and technology by adding fire suppression to the early warning of smoke detectors. The ability of sprinkler systems to control or extinguish fires in their early stages makes theTM a critical tool in fire protection strategy. The statistics on two apartment fires, one with fire sprinklers and one without paint a very vivid picture of the value of residential sprinklers. In both fires, the apartments had required smoke detectors. Pinebrooks Apartments 24549 Los Alisos Blvd., Apt. 263, Laguna Hills 2 stories - 384 units - 16 units in fire building NOT PROTECTED with an Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Apartment Fire- Fire Incident #ORC93018941 11:09 a.m., Saturday, June 5, 1993 Structure Damage - $ 650,000 Content Damage - $ 300,000 Total Loss - $ 950,000 Fire Cause Fire Origin Extent of Fire Occupancy Status - Open Flame Device - Bedroom - 6 units destroyed, 6 units water damage - Occupied at time of fire Fire Department Resources Used Personnel Equipment Control Factor Control Time Total Time - 86 - 14 Engines, 3 Trucks, 2 Medics, 2 Air Units 1 Safety Officer, 2 Investigators 1 Public InformatiOn Officer 3 Battalion Chiefs, 2 Division Chiefs - 3 2-1/2" and 4 1-3/4" hose lines Min: [(3 hoses x 90 min. x 250 gpm) + (4 hoses x 90 min. x 200 gpm)] x 1/5 = 28,000 gal. water - 1 hour and 30 minutes - 10 hours and 7 minutes Quail Creek Apartments 26701 Quail Creek, Apt. 25, Laguna Hills 2 stories - 306 urrits - 12 units in fire building PROTECTED with an Automatic Fire Sprinkler System Apartment Fire- Fire Incident #ORC93019159 7:01 a.m., Monday, June 7, 1993 Structural Damage - $ None Content Damage - $ 1,000 Total Loss - $ 1,000 Fire Cause Fire Origin Extent of Fire Occupancy Status - Discarded smoking material - Sofa in living room - Confined to sofa and immediate carpet area - Occupied at time of fire Fire Department Resources Used Personnel - Equipment - Control Factor - Control-Time - Total Time - 7 1 Engine and 1 Truck 1 sprinkler head-Max: 10 min. x 25 gpm = 250 gal. water Less than 4 minutes 1 hour and 19 minutes Of the total structure t'ire~ that occurred in Orange County Fire :Xuth,,ritv · o iurisdictions in 1'-)94, 75 percent occurred in homes and apartments, 3t) percent home fires, and 25 percent were apartment fires. S tructure-Home fires in (1994) OC FA Cities 100 8O 6O 4O 2O . 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 1 3 5 7 9 11 ' 13 15 17 Legend ._ Structures ~ Homes ~ Apadments .. 19 The following chart shows the dollar loss 'of structure fires by jurisdiction, highlighting again the number of homes and apartments involved- ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY 1994 FIRE LOSS BY JURISDICTION CITY DOLLAR LOSS STRUCTURE HOME APARTMENT 1'. Buena Park $282,525 19 8 4 2. Cypress $408,673 31 16 7 3. Dana Point $140,555 21 7 10 4. Irvine $4,446,832 76 30 17 5. La Palma $134,160 11 7 0 6. Laguna Hills $70~427 13 7 3 7. Laguna Niguel $1,640,441 39 25 12 8. Lake Forest $455,151 37 20 10 9. Los Alamitos $5,374,905 14 5 2 · 10. Mission Viejo $340,383 41 26 5 11. Placentia $1,357,211 36 17 10 12. San Clemente $33,420 13 5 1 13. San Juan Capistrano $190,559 17 15 2 14. Seal Beach $383,702 20 8 8 15. Stanton $1,540,906 36 9 17 16. Tustin $128,311 42 8 24 17. Villa Park $400,265 5 3 0 18. Yorba Linda $540.400 34 27 2 19. UnincorpOrated $I,432,797 90 49 22 20. Westminster Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Unavailable Totals $19,300,797 595 292 156 RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLER PERFORMANCE In a fire, each sprinkler head responds independently, so that when heat is detected and the sprinkler activates, it puts water only on the affected area and not throughout the rest of the house or building. In roughly 90 percent of all sprinkler activations in home, one sprinkler is sufficient to control the fire. .The following chart, from a national study of residential fire sprinkler activations, outlines the successful operation of fire sprinklers in residential Occupancies: 7 °"o 4% 548 SUCCESSFUL SPRINKLER ACTIVATIONS - 1983-1994 National Survey Results Operation Life Safety 2O% 33% i 3% 3% 1 6% 8% Kitchen Bedroom Living Room Closet Laundry room Basement Bathroom Storeroom Garage Others Not Reporte0 One Head Activations Two Head Activations More Than Two Not Reported 326 32 32 183 Anecdotal data collected by Operation Life Safety is very dramatic. In the 476 fires reported (through July 31,. 1993) with properly installed sprinkler systems there has only been one fatality, in which an 87-year old individual died because of age and frailty when his bed and bed clothes caught fire. There has not been a single residential fire fatality in a residence with a sprinkler system in either Napa, California, or Cobb County, Georgia, since the inception of those programs which were two of the first in the nation. There has not been a single fire fatality in Prince George's County, Maryland, in a building with a sprinkler system. Scottsdale, Arizona, credits sprinkler systems with saving up to 52 lives since their sprinkler ordinance passed in 1985. RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLERS SAVE PROPERTY Residential sprinkler systems were intended from the beginning as a life safety system, or an aid to escape.. However, just as commercial systems have proven to be life safety systems, residential systems have proved to provide property protection as well. A graphic comparison of property loss in various types of occupancies with and without sprinkler systems proves this point. Property Loss in Thousands Per Fire A · ~ H&ll R&O ii H g _. E = I = H&O = R&O = M = Assembly Occupancies Educational Occupancies Institutional Occupancies Hotel and Motel Occupancies Retail and Office Occupancies Manufacturing Occupancies The data for these occupancies comes from The US Experience with Sprinklers: Who Has Them? How Well Do They Work? by John Hall, NFPA 1993. The data for the "H", or home occupancies comes from an NFPA analysis of national data for fires from 1983 to 1992 reported by United States fire departments. RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLERS SAVE LIVES Residential sprinkler use is still not widespread, but sprinklers in other occupancies have proven their life saving value. Over the years of use in commercial occupancies, these systems that were intended for property protection have proved to be a life safety system as well, as depicted in this graph comparing the death rate in occupancies with and without sprinkler systems. Death rate pet thousand fires A E I HAM R&O M H I I A E I ~ withouts~ ~I w~s~ Assembly Occupancies Educational Occupancies Institutional Occupancies H&O = Hotel and Motel Occupancies R&O = Retail and Office Occupancies M = Manufacturing Occupancies The data for these occupancies comes from The US Experience with Sprinklers' Who Has Them? How Well Do They Work? by John Hall, NFPA 1993. The data for the "H", or home occupancies comes from an NFPA analvsis of national data for actual civilian deaths from 1983 to 1992 reported by United Siates fire departments. Nationally, the average property loss in homes with sprinklers is 38 percent lower than in homes without sprinklers, according to an NFPA survey of home fires reported by fire departments from 1983- 1992. Where communities have a great deal of experience with residential fire sprinklers, the property loss reduction can be much higher. In Scottsdale, fire loss hit a ten-year low in 1992, despite a nearly 30 percent population growth in the city in the previous decade. Scottsdale's tracking data show that the average loss in a home with sprinklers in the city, since 1985, has been $2665, while the figure for the average loss in a house without sprinklers is $17,067. The graph shows the dramatic difference. Scottsdaie $ Loss in Thou. Per Fire $ i7,067-' 2665 Residential property damage comparison based on average property loss per fire data, 1985-1992 in Scottsdale, Arizona, provided bv Perspective on Progress Scottsdale Rural/Metro'Fire D~partment. The following chart depicts the time frames for rapid growth of a residential fire, associated fire department response, and the early point at which fire sprinklers can be effective in control of a fire: STANDARD TIME TEPMERATURE CURVE VS RESPONSE TIME Smoke Detector ~"~ Flashover Std. Sprinkler 0 i 23 4, 5 % R~es. Sprinkler % % % 67 g9 m~u~es !© :2 *,.,4 !6 Time in minutes Ignition Detection and ree43on$~ Time varies Alarm Fire C~eDartment reSDOnSe t~me Get ! Running I Set Goal: le~< than 4 SuDDre$$ ??? 10 RESIDENTIAL FIRE SPRINKLERS SAVE MONEY FOR A COMMUNITY Over time, residential sprinklers will slow increases in the cost of fire protection and allow the fire service to put more emphasis on other pressing emergency resource needs. Sprinkler systems do not necessarily reduce the number of calls for firefighters, but they do reduce the severity of the fire, thereby reducing the complexity of the response and the associated danger to firefighters. Because sprinklers could diminish the requirements of fire suppression, .they also make it possible for the fire service to allocate more resources to Emergency Medical Service (EMS), search and rescue, public fire education, building inspection, plan review, and arson investigation. Time spent preventing fires rather than fighting them. Several high growth California communities have reported reduced growth of fire department costs without any reduction in the level of~ service since the introduction of residential fire sprinklers, Residential Sprinklers Save Water The claim that "automatic sprinklers cause water damage" must be looked at honestly and with respect to the alternatives. Yes, by the design, construction, and functional operation characteristics, a fire sprinkler, upon activation, will cause water damage. However, water damage would be much greater if the automatic sprinkler did not activate. An automatic fire sprinkler system in a typical single-family dwelling will discharge between 10-30 gallons per minute. This is at a time when the fire is small and the heat output requires less water to control the fire. A typical fire suppression hose-stream will place between 125-300 gallons per minute on a fire, once the fire department has set up at the fire scene (between 5-8 minutes from time of discovery). During these crucial first minutes, the fire expands with intensity. Considering the worst case scenario as an example, and allowing the same time for extinguishment and/or shutdown, the actual figures show the following: FIRE SPRINKLER: 2 - 8 - minutes flowing x ~-gp. ~ 240 gallons of water FIREFIGHTERS: 6 - 8 - minute flowing x 300- g-pm 3200 gallons of water Of course, in the scenario .with the firefighters (no sprinklers), the fire has been allowed to burn, uncontrolled, during the discovery, response, and set-up at the fire 11 scene, so, in addition to water damage, the dwelling suffered much more fire and smoke damage than the dwelling in the scenario with the sprinkler system. The potential Water/fire damage incurred with automatic sprinklers compared to the water/fire damage incurred without must be kept in perspective. The damage costs will be less with sprinklers and the clean up and restoration costs will be less with sprinklers. Most materials can be dried out and restored, but ashes last forever. FOR HOMEOWNERS Residential fire sprinklers save lives and property. This alone make them a plus for homeowners. In commercial and multi-family settings, fire sprinklers also result in fire insurance premium reductions. ' Residential Sprinklers Will Not Adversely Affect The Price Of A Home The actual cost of fire sprinkler installations is often questioned by opponents of fire sprinklers. This occurs because the factors influencing the cost can vary. "Cost of installation in both new .and existing detached one- and two-family dwellings depends largely on five factors: 1. The size of the residence. 2. The construction limitations/restraints. 3. The available water supply.. 4. The materials being used. 5. The layout of the fire sprinkler system. Installations in new detached one- and two-family dwellings is between $0.68 cents and $0.98 cents a square foot (see the contractor's pricing report attached). This does not include costs for water meter or connection to the water main as these are part of normal home construction. In most cases the cost of the sprinkler system is lower than the costs of the floor covering (carpeting). Insurance Savings Although the greatest benefit from widespread installation of residential sprinklers will be the lives saved and injuries prevented, lower property~ losses will be a secondary and substantial benefit. An ad-hoc committee from the insurance industry sponsored a number of test fires in Los Angeles and concluded that residential sprinklers had the potential for reducing home owners' claim payment expenses. As a result, the Insurance Services Office Personal Lines Committee recommended that a 15-percent reduction in the home owner's policy premium be given for the installation of an NFPA 13D, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- 12 and Two-Family Dwelling and Mobile Homes, residential sprinkler system. While this would not pay for the system over a short period of time, as is the case in many commercial installations, the continuing increases in the cost of insuring a singe- family home make this a significant incentive nonetheless. A survey of insurance companies was completed by the State Fire Marshal's Office Ad-hoc Committee on Residential Sprinklers in February 1987. Of the 243 companies surveyed, 19 gave a discount for detached one- and two-family dwelling fire sprinklers. Several insurance companies in California give discounts for detached one- and .two-family. dwellings protected with residential fire sprinkler systems: · Aetna Casualty · All West · American National · Associated Indemnity · Blue Ridge · Cai Casualty · Continental Insurance Company · Federal Insurance Company · Fireman's Fund Insurance Company · Insurance Company of North America · Phoenix Insurance Company · Prudential · St. Paul Guardian · Travelers Indemnity Company (including TI of America) · Unigard Security Insurance Company · United Pacific Insurance Company · United Services Automobile Assoc. (including USAA Casualty Ins. Co.) · West American Insurance Company In addition, State Farm Insurance Company has recognized the effectiveness of residential fire sprinklers and advertises a premium savings of five percent to 10 percent if the home is protected with a fire sprinkler system. Allstate Insurance will give up to 2 percent off the typical homeowner's policy for installing residential sprinklers (10 percent for sprinklers, additional 5 percent for central station monitoring of flow alarm, and 5 percent additional for smoke detectors, dead-bolts on doors and burglary alarm system). Additionally, in a number of areas around the country, sprinklers have. played an important role in helping jurisdictions maintain a favorable Insurance Service Office (ISO) rating. 13 FOR HOMEBUILDERS Important research and development is 'underway to advance the technology, reduce the cost, and identify ways to overcome barriers to widespread use of residential sprinklers. Code alternatives and new ideas in site plans for subdivisions can change the economics of sprinkler decisions. The Orange County Fire Authority considers variations in length of set back, water main size, required fire flow, and distance between fire hydrants, which, among other, s, produce cost savings for builders. A substantial amount of the research and demonstration work to develop the technology for quick reliable, and affordable sprinklers, has been completed. Research and development in the last fifteen years has produced significant technological gains, while reducing the cost of equipment. The basic technology has been made to.activate much faster (some residential sprinklers now have a response time five times faster than commercial~sprinklers). Sprinklers have been adapted to meet the particular requirements of virtually-every kind of residential housing. Sprinklers are more attractive (in that they are less obtrusive). Sprinklers are also increasingly less demanding in terms of water flow, making them workable with existing water meters. The performance standards, covering specifications for sprinkler installation, maintenance and inspection, have been developed. In the early days of residential sprinklers, there was a great deal of code conflict between builders and inspectors. This conflict was resolved by NFPA-13, a Standard for large (most commercial) buildings, Standards (NFPA-13D) for one and two- family dwellings and manufactured homes, and (NFPA-13R) for residential' occupancies up to and including four stories in height. The cost of sprinklers is significant .compared to that of smoke detectors, but the appeal of sprinklers is also significantly greater for several basic reasons: Sprinklers offer a package of protection that is far broader than what can be achieved by other interventions. With sprinklers, the homeowners are protecting not only lives, but also the property, the furnishings, and all the intangibles of residential security and Peace of mind. Sprinklers achieve these benefits with proven passive technology. Like -other state-of-the-art "passive" restraint systems (e.g. airbags), sprinklers do not rely on changed human behavior to prevent accidents and loss. The vast majority of all residential fires are estimated to have behavioral causes, 14 like careless smoking, unattended cooking, or children playing with fire. While we adults cannot be designed to never smoke carelessly or all children to not hide in the closet after they have accidently set a fire, sprinkler systems can be designed to control the results of this behavior. Automatic fire sprinklers are not too expensive when considering the actual cost/benefit ratio. When a home has a fire in the city, who is affected by the fire? · The immediate family (fire victims: injuries,mental and physical, scars for life). · The adjacent families who have witnessed a tragedy which could have been averted. · The community by having the family members who had the fire pre- occupied by the fire and not able to work. · The company that had the employee resolve work out the'immediate and long-range solutions to the fire. · The community which must pay for a fire department operation that can only react to a fire which is observed in progress. What is the cost to a community for a firefighter who is injured or dies during the extinguishment of a fire which could have been controlled by sprinklers? TRENDS AND ISSUES California jurisdictions appear to lead the country in residential fire sprinkler installation. Over the past ten years three different Fire Sprinkler Ordinance Surveys have been conducted throughout California (1984, 1989, and 1993). These three surveys covered approximately 90 percent of the total population of California. Some of the results of the 1993 Sprinkler Ordinance Survey show that: 241 communities (87.9%) indicated that their fire jurisdictions have a sprinkler ordinance which is more aggressive than the Uniform Building /Fire Codes and/or State law. · 83 communities (54.6%) have fire sprinklers required when a building (newly constructed) exceeds 5,000 square feet in aggregate floor area. 24 communities (15.'8%) have fire sprinklers required when a building (newly constructed) exceeds 6,000 square feet in aggregate floor area. 15 84 communities (29.4%) indicated that their sprinkler ordinance mandates "all newly constructed single-family dwellings" to be sprinklered. Special Note: In January 1979 only one community in California (City of San Clemente) had such a mandate. The aggregate population for the 84 communities which mandate "all newly constructed single-family dwellings" to be sprinklered is 4.5 million. Special Note: In 1979 the population of the City of San Clemente was just under 30,000. CONCLUSION Residential sprinklers have the potential to 'reduce fire death and property loss attributable to fire. They Can do so without jeopardizing the affordability of the housing stock in this country. They can enhance the capacity of public officials to provide for the health and safety of all citizens, including those most at risk: the elderly, the very young, and the disabled. At the same time, residential sprinklers can help to flatten future expenditures for 'fire without diminishing the quality of fire service and protection. This is vital in a time of distressed public sector budgets. Residential sprinklers are the ideal remedy. for residential fire losses and escalating fire department expenditures. 16 BIBLIOGRAPHY References Cited John R. Hall and Arthur E. Cote, "America's Fire Problem and Fire Protection", National Fire Protection Handbook Seventeenth Editiorl (Quincy: National Fire Protection Association, 1991), pp. 1-4 through 1-24. Richard L.P. Custer, "Fire Loss Investigation", National Fire Protection Handbook Seventeenth Edition (Quincy: National Fire Protection Association, 1991), pp. 10-18, 10-21. a NCFPC, American Burning The report of the National Commission on Fire Prevention and Control (Washington, D.C.: U.S. Government Printing Office, 1993). 4 USFA/FEMA, Fire in the United States Seventh Edition The report of the federal Emergency Management Agency, United States Fire Administration (Emmitsburg Maryland: Office of Fire Data and Analysis, USFA, 1988), pp. 19, 38, 87, 208, 209, 315. 5 USFA, Operation Life Safety A consortium of the U.S. Fire Administration and The International Association of Fire Chiefs ~Washington D.C.: International Association of Fire Chiefs, 1989). s Dr. john R. Hall, "Use of Fire Loss Information", National Fire Protection Handbook Seventeenth Edition (Quincy: National Fire Protection Association, 1991), pp. 10-46. 7 USFA/FEMA, America Burning Revised The report of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, United States Fire Administration Workshop 1987. '(Washington, D.C.: U.S. Government Printing Office, 1987), pp. 21-22. Peter H. Billing, "Structural Fire Safety: Detached One- and Two-Family Dwellings", National Fire Protection Handbook Seventeenth Edition (Quincy: National Fire Protection Association, 1991), pp. 6-118, 6-119. 9 Francis L. Brannigan, Building construction for the Fire Service, (Quincy: National Fire Protection Association, 1982). ' ~0 Harold O. Beals, "Wood and Wood-Based Products" 'National Fire Protection Handbook Seventeenth Editiorl (Quincy: National Fire Protection Association, 1991), pp. 3-25. n Kenneth W. Lindner, "Water Supply Requirements for Fire Protection" National Fire Protection Handbook Seventeenth Edition (Quincy: National Fire Protection Association, 1991), pp. 5- 41. ~2 Gale Research Company, National Weather Almanac Third Edition (Detroit: Book Tower, 1981). PARTNERS FOR FIRE SAFE HOMES e 17 F~r~ U.S. Flr~ A dministr~tion FIRE: SPRINKLER ~O<~IATION. INC. August. 199,.,'t 1714) 841-2066 · FAX 17752 Metzler Lane. Huntington Beach. CA 92~..:'- May 11, 1993 Chief Sam Husoe Orange County Fire Department 180 S. Water Street Orange, CA Chief Husoe, The following is random pricing of the actual automatic fire sprinkler contract amounts for R-3 single family residences. These prices do not include plan check fees, and/or permit fees if required. All automatic fir6.- sprinkler systems share the domestic water supply with that of the plumbers on these particular projects. Our price includes the check valve, local bell, and all signage, along with a $30.00 access panel which is not required by all jurisdictions. OWNER BUILDER CITY PROJECT LOCATION PROJECT NAME Irvine Company California Pacific Tustin Tustin Ranch Presidio Type Contract Amount Square Footage Price Per sq. 'Fool: Plan 1 $1,940.00 Each 2,133 sq. ft. .90 per sc. ,t. Plan 2 $2,100.00 Each- 2.268 sq. ft. .92 per sc. ft. Plan 3 $1,940.00 Each 2,306 sq. ft. .84 per sq. f't. Plan 4 S2,180.00 Each 2,555 SCl. ft. .85 per sc. ft. NOTES: Nice homes with slightly Ul:)-graded heads (R-1M/VVhite). Average square fool. price .88 per sc. ~. OWNER 'BUILDER CITY PROJECT LOCATION PROJECT NAME !rvine Company California Pacific Orange County Newport Coast Newport Ridge, Lcl Type Contract Amount Square Footage Price Per Sq. Foot Plan 1 52,390.00 Each 2,682 sq. ft. .89 per sq. ,% Plan 2 52,670.00 Each 2.750 scl. ft. .97 per sc. ,% Plan 3 52.930.00 Each 3,063 sq. ft. .95 per sq. fl:.~ OWNER BULL. CiTY PROJECT ~. ~,TION PROJECT NAME lrvine Company California pacific Tustin Tustin Ranch Monteclto Plan Conlract Price Square Footage Price per Sq. Ft. Type 1 S2,740.00 Each 3,089 sq. ft. .88 NOTES: Very expensive heads (GBR-Concealed and R-1M Heads). OWNER BUILDER CITY PROJECT LOCATION PROJECT NAME RGC Group RGC Group Newport Coast Newport Coast Santa Lucia Plan Contract Amount Square Footage Price per Sq. Ft. Plan 1 S2,700.00 Each 3,476 sq. ft. .77 per sq. ft. Plan 2 S2,750.00 Each 3.807 sq. ft. .722 per SQ. ft. Plan 3 S2,900.00 Each 4,242 'sq. ft. .68 per sc. ft. Plan 4 $3,200.00 Each 4,152 sq. ft. .77 per sq. ft. NOTES: These are production prices per contract; owner options can add to prices. Homes are ve~/high- end, starting al S750,000. Custom homes using R-1M Heads. OWNER Christopher Shaw & Associates Plan Custom House BUILDER CITY Christopher Shaw San Juan & Associates Capistrano Contract Amount $7,000.00 Each PROJECT LOCATION Marbella Square Footage 7,102 sq. ft. PROJECT NAME Conway Residence Price Per Sq. Ft. .98 per se. NOTES: Very expensive custom residence with high ceilings, etc. House using R-1M Heads. OWNER AMIGreystone Plan Plan 1 Plan 2 Plan 3 NOTES: Single family homes. BUILDER CITY AM/Greystone Placentia Contract Amount $2,014.00 Each $2,254.00 Each $2,332.00 Each PROJECT LOCATION Alta Vista Square Footage 2,961 sq. ft. 3,211 sq. ft. 3,284 sq. ft. PROJECT NAME The Masters Price per Sq. Ft. 680 per sc:. ft. .70 per sq. ft. .710 per sQ. ft. OWNER Marc Kaplan Plan Custom Home BUILDER CITY PROJECT LOCATION Briggs Development Santa Aha Heights Santa Aha Heights Contract Amount Square Footage S5,200.00 Each 5,487 sq. ft. NOTES: 2-story custom homes. Very expensive with high-vaulted ceilings. PROJECT NAME Kaplan Residence Price Per Sq. Ft. .94 per sQ. ,~. Queen City Bank April 9. ' Richard j. Wi-_esma_n Division Chiaf Oran.ce Coun-.y Fire Depar~men~ 180 Sou-_'~ Water Street Orange, Ca 92606 Dear Chief wi~esman, In reference to your le~.ter dated April 8, 1993 regarding fire spr~-."2clers, the f~llowing i$ a breakdown for the increased cost Af -~he fire sprinklers: Additional Loan Monthly Payment Finance Charge Amour. ~ Increase $1,000.00 $ 7.34 $1,642.40 2,000.00 14.68 3,284.80 3,000.00 22.02 4,927.20 These f±_=ures are based on a 8% fLxed ra~e for a conventional fully amortized for 30 years. - , · Based cn ccnse~zative qualifications for a loan, :he pa.vm, en= varianc.s are not significant enough to make ~n imp. ac= in -he ~aaiifYing ratios for a conventional 30 year n~Dr=gage loan. .The Construction Loan Deparzmen~ will take fire protecclon systems · n:o c~n$idera~ion as par~ of the loan decision in financing ccnst~ac=ion of a ~roje¢~. in addition, Queen City Bank may require fire protection systems as a condition of the loan, depending on the locatio~ of the if you have any questlons, or need further info,,-mation please f_e! free ~o contac: me. , ~x.&/ncere!v, LNl.l.-.ton R. Wor=hin?aon Vice Preslden= Loan A ~ ' ' : dm-nls ~rat c~ B~'-~ KnoLl, OH'ice Lor~ ~h ~oul~'ard (310) ~95~377~ 2523.5~iu~' Drzve. 5uate C Newport Beach. CA (714) 6-~.-7' 73 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 RESOLUTION NO. 95-92 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, SETTING FORTH FINDINGS WITH RESPECT TO LOCAL CONDITIONS WITHIN THE CITY OF TUSTIN WHICH ~MAKE CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS AND CHANGES TO THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE REASONABLY .NECESSARY. W~EREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958 provides that if the City of Tustin ("City") does not adopt ordinances and regulations imposing the same or modified or changed requirements as are contained in the regulations adopted by the State pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17922, then the. regulations published pursuant to Section 17922 beCome applicable to the City; and W~EREAS, the State of California is mandated by Health and Safety Code Section 17922 to adopt by reference the same requirements as are contained in the most recent edition of the Uniform Building and Housing Codes of the International Conference of Building Officials, the Uniform Plumbing Code of the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, and the National Electrical Code of the National Fire Protection Association (hereinafter referred to collectively as "Codes"; and W}{EREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 17958.5 (a) permits the City to make modifications or changes to the Codes, which are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and W/{EREAS, Health'and Safety Code Section 17958.7 provides that before making any modifications or changes to the Codes, the City Council shall make an express finding that such changes or modifications are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions; and W~EREAS, the Community Development Department and Orange County Fire Authority have recommended that changes and modifications be made to the Codes and have advised that certain said changes and modifications to the Uniform Fire Code, 1994 Edition, are reasonably necessary due to local conditions in the City and have further advised that,the remainder of said changes and modifications are of an administrative or procedural nature, or concern themselves with subjects nOt covered by the Codes or are reasonably necessary to safeguard life and property within the City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Tustin as follows- 28 1 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 SECTION 1. The following changes and modifications to the 1994 Uniform Fire Code, as recommended by the Orange County Fire Authority and the City Building Official, are hereby found to be reasonably necessary due to the following local conditions.-The specific code language of each of the following changes or modifications is located in City of Tustin Ordinance Number 1159 attached hereto. A. UFC Section 1003.2.2 Required Installation of Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems, is amended to establish fire sprinkler requirements for all buildings 6,000 square feet or larger or three stories or taller. Applies to all occupancy groups other than residential (Group R-l, R-3, and U). B. UFC Section 1003.2.8 Required Installation of Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems, is amended to establish fire sprinkler requirements for all multi-family residential buildings (Group R-l) and for single family and duplex residences (Group R-3) when the total area of the building exceeds 5,500 square feet. These 'amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Climatic Conditions: . The City of Tustin is located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry foehn (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds of 70 m.p.h., or greater, are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetatiOn and common building .materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires (conflagration). · The City's climate alternates between extended periods of drought and brief flooding conditions. Water demand in this densely populated area far exceeds the quantity supplied by natural precipitation; and although the population continues to grow, the already taxed water supply does not. California is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century of that 50 percent of that growth centered in southern California. · These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even small fires originating in high density housing or vegetation. These fires.spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire 28 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 protection, The added protection of fire sprinkler systems will supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for fire fighting by as much as 50 to 75 percent. Topoqraphical Conditions: lo Traffic and circulation cOngestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition, which is common in the City of Tustin and throughout Orange County. · These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire extinguishing systems to protect occupants and property. ~eoloqical Conditions: i · The City of Tustin is located in an area of high seismic activity. The Newport-Inglewood Fault, located west of the City, poses the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the degree of City's urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of structural damage and loss of life due to ground shaking is considerable. · Major earthquakes are always accomplished by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires would be complicated and in some cases impossible. On-site fire extinguishing systems would provide a degree of protection from fires even if water mains are damaged or destroyed. Ce UFC Section 1003.2 Required Installation of Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems, is amended to require the installation of automatic fire sprinklers in all buildings located within a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Climatic Conditions: 28 3 - 1 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 · The City of Tustin is located in semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry foehn (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds of 70 m.p.h., or greater, are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause .extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires (conflagration). The climate alternates between extended periods of drought and brief flooding conditions. Water demand in this densely populated area far exceeds the quantity supplied by natural precipitation; and although the -population continues to grow, the already taxed water supply does not. California is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century of that 50 percent of that growth centered in southern California. · These dry climatic conditions andWinds contribute to the rapid spread of even small fires originating in high .density housing or vegetation. These fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The added protection of fire sprinkler systems will supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and controlling the~ fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for fire fighting by as much as 50 to 75 percent. Topoqraphical Conditions: i · · Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition, which is common in the City of Tustin and throughout Orange County. These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire extinguishing systems to protect occupants and property. Geoloqical Conditions: The City of Tustin is located in an area of high seismic activity. The Newport-Inglewood Fault, located west of the City, poses the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating 28 4 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the degree of.City's urbanization and close Proximity to a major fault, the risk of structural damage and loss of life due to ground shaking is considerable. 2. Major earthquakes are always accomplished by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a maj.or earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires would be complicated and in some cases impossible. On-site fire extinguishing systems would provide a degree of protection from fires even if water mains are damaged or destroyed. D. UFC Section 1004.2 - STANDPIPES, is amended to require additional fire department access doors or additional standpipe outlets for buildings with a horizontal dimension greater than 300 feet. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Topoqraphical Conditions: · Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition, which is common in the City of Tustin and Orange County. Large commercial/industrial buildings, with a horizontal dimension of 300 feet or greater, create an unusual topographical condition. Portions of these buildings cannot be reached with a fire hose line on initial attack. · These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk and makes it necessary to provide additional on-site fire fighting resources. E. UFC Section 1008 - SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR HIGH RISE BUILDINGS, is amended to require specific high-rise provisions for buildings which exceed 55 feet in height. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Topographical Conditions: i. The City of Tustin has an urban atmosphere which is reflected in building and building complex design and features. Landscaping and other building features often preclude or greatly limit approach or operational access by fire department vehicles. The UBC high rise provisions were developed to provide for fire department 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22¸ 23 24 25 26 · laddering capabilities and response time in a downtown Los Angeles or New York setting. These older cities typically have high rise buildings which are constructed clOse to the street, but in Tustin and Orange County, high rise buildings typically have side yards and landscaping. The high rise building itself creates an unusual topographical condition. High rise building fire history shows that many people evacuate to the roof area, especially if they are above the fire floor. Utilization of helicopters is very common in these types of fires and is Often the only method which can be used for evacuation or access to the fire. Fo UFC Section 1109.7 - CONTROL OF SOURCES OF IGNITION, is amended to require chimney spark arrest.rs on all new devices that burn any solid or liquid fuel. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Climatic Conditions: · The City is located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation, which causes extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials. The City of Tustin 'is also subject to extreme foehn (Santa Aha) wind conditions which further contribute to drying and rapid spread of fire. · Ge These climatic conditions combine to create a unique situation where vegetation and building materials are the driest-during the winter months. Fireplaces are most frequently used during this time, and flying embers become a hazard for building materials or vegetation in the general area. UFC Section 5202 Flammabl~ and Combustible Liquid Motor Vehicle Fuel-Dispensing Stations is amended to allow the Chief to approve temporary above-ground fuel tanks within certain guidelines which are consistent with motor vehicle fuel dispensing from exterior storage above- ground tanks. These amendments are reasonably neceSsary because of the following conditions: Geol°qical Conditions: 28 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 · · The City is located in an area or'high seismic activity· the Newport-Inglewood Fault is close to the City, and poses the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the degree of the City's urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of a potential spill of flammable/combustible liquids at these locations is considerable. Major.earthquakes are always accomplished by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and ability to reSpond to fires and spills of flammable combustible liquids would be complicated and in some cases impossible. Topoqraphical Conditions; · The City has an urban atmosphere which is reflected in building and building complex design ~nd features. Landscaping and other building features often preclude or greatly limit approach or operational access by fire department vehicles. With the dense urban areas close together, the chance of a spill or spread of such chemicals is a considerable threat. UFC Article 64 Stationary Lead-Acid Battery Systems is added to be consistent with the 'provisions of 1995 Uniform Fire Code Supplement and provides for regulations for such installations. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Geological Conditions: l· The City is located in an area of high seismic activity. the Newport-Inglewood Fault is close to the City, and posed the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that his fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the City's urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of a potential hazardous materials spill is considerable. Major earthquakes are always accompanied by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires and spills of battery acid at such sites would be complicated and in some cases impossible. 28 7 -' 1 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 I· UFC Article 80 Hazardous Materi&ls, Section 8001 Exterior Storage is added to be consistent with the 1995 Uniform Fire Code Supplement and provides for procedures for such outdoor storage. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Geoloqical Conditions: i · The City is located in an area of high seismic activity· The Newport-Inglewood Fault is close to the City, poses the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the City's urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the riSk of a potential hazardous materials spill is considerable. · Major earthquakes are always.accompanied by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to- fires and spills of hazardous materials would be complicated and in some cases impossible. Topoqraphical Conditions: I · The City has an urban atmosphere which is reflected in building and building complex design and features. Landscaping and other building features often preclude or greatly limit approach or operational access by fire department vehicles. With the dense urban areas close together, the chance of a spill or spread of hazardous materials is a considerable threat. We UFC Article 90 Standards, UFC Standard 52-1, Section 9002.2 is amended and is consistent with the 1995 Uniform Fire Code Supplement and provides for residential fueling of compressed natural gas vehicles. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Geoloqical Conditions: · The City is located in an area of high seismic activity. The Newport-Inglewood Fault is close to the City, poses the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the degree of the City's urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of a potential leak of compressed natural 28 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 gas at various locations throughout the City is considerable. · Major earthquakes are always accompanied by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires and leaks as a result of compressed natural gas would be complicated and in some cases impossible. Topographical Conditions: · The City has an urban atmosphere which is reflected in building and building complex design and features. Landscaping and other building features often preclude or greatly limit approach or operational access by fire department vehicles. With the dense urban areas, the chance of a leak and. ensuing fire from compressed natural gas is considerable after a major earthquake. Density of residential occupancies increased the threat if a leak or fire occurs. Appendix I-B Life-safe.ty Requirements for Existing High Rise Buildings, is amended to clarify that the Appendix section applies only to buildings 75 feet tall or taller. and establishes specific requirements for a secondary water source for the required fire sprinkler system. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the foil-owing conditions: Climatic Conditions: · · The City of Tustin is located in semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry foehn (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds of 70 m.p.h., or greater, are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme drYing of vegetation and common building materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires (conflagration). The climate alternates between extended periods of drought and brief flooding conditions. Water demand in this densely populated area far exceeds the quantity supplied by natural precipitation; and although 'the population continues to grow, the already taxed water supply does not. California is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century of that 50 percent of that growth centered in southern California. 10 11 12 13 ~5 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 · These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even small fires originating in high density housing or vegetation. These fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection.. The added protection of fire. sprinkler systems will supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for fire fighting by as much as 50 to 75 percent. Topographical Conditions: · Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition, which is common in the City of Tustin and throughout Orange County. These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and 'makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire extinguishing systems to protect occupants and property. Geological Conditions: i · · The City of Tustin is located in an area of high seismic activity. The Newport-Inglewood Fault, located west of the City, poses the greatest hazard to life and Property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the degree of City's urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of structural damage and loss of life due to ground shaking is considerable. Major earthquakes are always accomplished by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires would be complicated and in some cases impossible. On-site fire extinguishing systems would provide a degree of protection from fires even if water mains are damaged or destroyed. Appendix V, Adopted Standards Section 2 NFPA 13, 1994 Edition, Installation of Sprinkler Systems is amended (as adopted in UBC Standards .9- 1), to address Building of Undetermined Use. NFPA 13D, 1994 Edition, Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One and Two Family Dwellings and'Mobile Homes is amended to address Valves and Drains, 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Pressure Gauges, Sprinklers. Alarms, and Locations of · NFPA 13R, 1994 Edition, Standards for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to Four StorieS in Height is amended to cover areas where sprinklers may be omitted. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Climatic Conditions: i · · · The City of Tustin is located in- a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate· It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry foehn (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds up to 70 m.p.h., are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires (conflagration). The climate alternates between extended periods 'of drought and brief flooding conditions. Water demand in this densely populated area far exceeds the quantity supplied by natural precipitation; and although the population continues to grow, the already taxed water supply does not. California is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century with 50 percent of that growth centered in southern California. · These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even small fires originating in high density housing or vegetation. These fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The added protection of fire sprinklers systems will supplement normal fire department' response by providing immediate protection for the building ioccupants and by containing and. controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for fire fighting by as much as 50 to 70 percent. Topoqraphical Conditions: Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition which is common in the City of Tustin and throughout Orange County. 28 11 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 2¸3 24 25 26 27 · These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire extinguishing systems to protect occupants and property. Geoloqical Conditions: The City is located in an area of high seismic activity. The Newport-Inglewood Fault, located west of the City, poses the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the City's degree of urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of structural damage and loss of life due to ground shaking is considerable. · Major earthquakes are always accompanied by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires would be complicated and in some cases impossible. On-site fire extinguishing systems would provide a degree of protection from fires even if water mains are damaged or destroyed. NFPA 14, 1993 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems is amended to cover Fire Department Connections, and Minimum Pressure for System Design and sizing of Pipe. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: ~ Climatic Conditions: i · The City of Tustin is located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry foehn (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds up to 70 m.p.h., are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires (conflagration). · The climate alternates between extended periods of drought and brief flooding conditions. Water demand in this densely populated area far exceeds the quantity supplied by natural precipitation; and although the population continues to grow, the already taxed water supply does not. C'alifornia is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century with 50 percent of that growth centered in southern California. 28 12 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2¸7 · These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even' small fires originating in high density housing or vegetation. These fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The added protection of fire sprinklers systems will supplement normal fire department response by providing immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for fire fighting by as much as 50 to 70 percent. Topographical Conditions: le Traffic and circulation congestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition which is common in the City of Tustin and throughout Orange County. · These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire extinguishing systems to protect occupants and property. · The increased pressure is necessary for the system to function utilizing the standard Orange County Fire Authority equipment. It is also necessary to compensate for the design factors which' created the inadequate standpipe system design at the fatal fire in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 23, 1991. The amendments address the issues which were brought forth in this fire. They are consistent with the Los Angeles City and County Fire Departments' requirements and reflect changes which are proposed to the national standard for standpipe design, NFPA 14. GeolOqical Conditions: · The City is located in an area of high seismic activity. The Newport-Inglewood Fault, located northwest of the City, poses the greatest hazard to life and property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the City's degree of urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of structural damage and loss of life due to ground shaking is considerable. · Major earthquakes are always accompanied by disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires would be complicated and in some cases impossible. On-site fire extinguishing 28 13 - 1 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 systems would provide a degree of protection from fires even if water mains are damaged or destroyed. NFPA 24, 1992 Edition, Standard for Private Fire Service Mains and their Appurtenances is amended to cover Installation Work, Public Water Systems, Fire Department Connections, Post Indicator Valves, Valves in Pits, Sectional Valves, Coating and Lining of Pipe, Pipe Joint Assembly, and Testing Underground Systems. These amendments are reasonably necessary because of the following conditions: Climatic Conditions: i · The City of Tustin is located in a semi-arid Mediterranean type climate. It annually experiences extended periods of high temperatures with little or no precipitation. Hot, dry foehn (Santa Ana) winds, which may reach speeds up to 70 m.p.h., are also common to the area. These climatic conditions cause extreme drying of vegetation and common building materials and predispose the area to large destructive fires (conflagration). The climate in the City of Tustin alternates between extended periods of drought and brief flooding conditions. Water demand in this densely populated area far exceeds the quantity supplied by natural precipitation; and although the population continues to grow, the already taxed water supply does not. California is projected to increase in population by nearly 10 million over the next quarter of a century with 50 percent of that growth centered in southern California. · These dry climatic conditions and winds contribute to the rapid spread of even small fires originating in high density housing or vegetation. .These fires spread very quickly and create a need for increased levels of fire protection. The added protection of fire sprinklers systems will supplement normal fire dePartment response by providing immediate protection for the building occupants and by containing and controlling the fire spread to the area of origin. Fire sprinkler systems will also reduce the use of water for fire fighting by as much as 50 to 70 percent. This is the only method of water conservation available for fire fighting activities. Topographical Conditions: · Traffic and circulation .congestion is an artificially created, obstructive topographical condition which is 28 14 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 common in the City of Tustin and throughout Orange County. · These topographical conditions combine to create a situation which places fire department response time to fire occurrences at risk, and makes it necessary to provide automatic on-site fire extinguishing systems to protect occupants and property. Geoloqical Conditions: The City is located in an area of high seismic activity. The Newport-Inglewood Fault, located west of the City, poses the greatest hazard to life an~ property. It is believed that this fault is capable of generating a maximum credible 7.5 magnitude earthquake. Because of the City's degree of urbanization and close proximity to a major fault, the risk of structural damage and loss of life due to ground shaking is considerable. This threat is compounded by the City's location of the Norwalk Fault. · · Major earthquakes are always accompanied by. disruption of traffic flow and fires. During a major earthquake, fire department resources would be extremely taxed, and the ability to respond to fires would be complicated and in some cases impossible. On-site fire extinguishing ~systems would prOvide a degree of protection from fires even if water mains are damaged or destroyed. Soil conditions throughout the Orange County area and the City are extremely corrosive and have an adverse effect on underground fire sprinkler system piping, joints and valves. 28 15 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tustin City Council, held on the 1995. JIM POTTS Mayor Pamela Stoker City Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF ORANGE ) CITY OF TUSTIN ) SS CERTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION NO.95-92 PAMELA STOKER, City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the City of Tustin, California, does hereby certify that the whole number of the members of the City Council of the City of Tustin is 5; that the above and foregoing Resolution No. 95-92 was duly and regularly introduced, passed and adopted at a regular meet of the Tustin City Council, held of the day of 1995. COUNCILMEMBER AYES: COUNCILMEMBER NOES: COUNCILMEMEBER ABSTAINED: COUNCILMEMBER ABSENT: PAMELA STOKER City Clerk cC reso. 95- 92. rb: j ks 28 16 1 ORDINANCE NO. 1159 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING SPECIFIC SECTIONS OF ARTICLE 5 OF THE TUSTIN CITY CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1994 EDITION, WITH APPENDICES AND THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS, 1994 ~EDITION WITH APPENDICES; WITH AMENDMENTS THERETO AS THE FIRE PROTECTION REGULATIONS OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN. 'The City Council of the City of Tustin does hereby ordain as follows: Section 1: Part 3 of Chapter 1 of.Article 5 of the Tustin City Code is hereby repealed in its entirety, and a new Part 3 Chapter 1, Article 5 is hereby added in its place thereof to read as follows: PART 3 5130 ADOPTION OF THE 1994 UNIFORM FIRE CODE The Uniform Fire Code, 1994 edition, as published by the International Fire Code Institute, and the whole thereof, including Appendices I-B, I-C, II-A, II-B, II-C, II-D, II-E, II-F, II-G, II-I, III-A, III-B, III-C, III-D, IV-B, V-A, VI-A, VI-E, and VI-G, and the 1994 Uniform Fire Code Standards including Appendix A-II-F, copies of each of which are certified to be true copies by the City Clerk, have been and are now on file in the office of the City Clerk, and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public, are hereby adopted and incorporated as though fully set forth herein, save and except portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended. 5131 ENFORCEMENT; INSPECTIONS ae The Uniform Fire Code shall be enforced by the Orange County Fire Authority which shall be operated under the supervision of the Director of Fire Services of the Orange County Fire Authority. S~ The Director of Fire Services of the Fire Authority may detail such members of the fire authority as inspectors as shall be necessary from time to time. 5132 AMENDMENTS The 1994 Uniform Fire Code and Uniform 'Fire Code Standards adopted by this Ordinance are hereby amended as follows: A. ARTICLE 1 - ADMINISTRATION is hereby amended as follows: Section 103.2.1.1 General is hereby amended by adding a final paragraph as follows: 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 2 Section 103.2.1.1 General. The building official and fire official shall work in cooperation to enforce the amendments to the following sections: Section 901.4..4 ~remises Identification · Section 1003 Required Installations of Automatic Fire- extinguishing Systems Section 1004 Standpipes, Required Where Section 1008 High-rise Buildings Section 1109.7 Sparks from Chimneys Section 103.3.2 New construction and alterations is hereby amended by adding new Sections 103.3.2.3 and 103.2.4 as follows: Section 103.3.2.3 Reconstruction. Any existing building undergoing construction within any 2 year period, in which the area of reconstruction is 75 percent or more prior to the submittal of a building permit application, shall comply with the code provisions for new construction. Section 103.2.4 Fire Protection Information on plans and Specifications in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones. A vicinity plan, scale no smaller than 1 inch (25 mm) equals 100 feet (30 480 mm) shall be submitted to and approved by the chief prior to the issuance of a grading permit or, if no grading permit is to be issued, prior to the issuance of a building permit for new construction. The plan shall show the following: I · Ail existing and proposed private and public streets on the proposed development property and within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of the property line of the proposed development, and so identified with street width dimensions as per Section 902.2.2.7 of this code. . The location and identification of all existing and proposed fire hydrants within 300 feet (91 440 mm) of the, property line of the proposed' development. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 3 ~ The location, occupancy classification, and use of structures and buildings on properties abutting the proposed development. Preliminary fuel modification plans for all improvements in areas containing combustible vegetation shall be submitted to the chief concurrent with the submittal for approval of any tentative map. Final fuel modification plans ShalI be submitted to and approved by the chief prior t© the issuance of a grading permit. The plans shall meet the criteria set forth in the Orange County Fire Authority Fuel Modification Plan Guidelines for High Fire Hazard Areas. EXCEPTION: The chief, with concurrence of the building official, may waive the vicinity plan submittal requirements of this section. Section 103.4.4 Citations is hereby deleted and the following substituted: Section 103.4.4 Penalty for violation Section 103.4.4.1 Infraction. Except as provided in Section 103.4.4.2, persons operating or maintaining any occupancy, premises or vehicle subject to this code who shall permit any fire or life safety hazard to exist on premises under their control shall be guilty of an infraction. Section 103.4.4.2 Misdemeanor. .Persons who fail to take immediate action to abate a fire or life safety hazard when ordered or notified to do so by the chief or a duly authorized representative, or who violate the following sections of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor: 103.4.3 Compliance with Orders, Notices and Tags 104.1,2 Interference 1001.6 Tampering with Fire- protection Equipment, Site Barriers, Security Devices, Signs and Seals 1109.5 Burning Objects 1302.3 False Alarms 2501.16 & 3215 Maximum Occupant Load 7701.7 Prohibited and Limited Acts 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 ordinance No. 1159 Page 4 Section 103.4.4.3 Separate Offense. Each violation will be deemed a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of this chapter or of the code adopted hereby is committed, continued or permitted by such person, firm, partnership or corporation and shall be deemed punishable therefore as provided in this code. Section 105.8 Permit Required is hereby amended to adding the following ending sentence to the first paragraph and by adding new and deleting permit categories as follows: Section 105.8 Permit Required. Permit fees to the City shall be in an amount established by resolution of the City Council. b.1 A new Subsection b.1 Battery systems is added as follows: b.1 Battery systems. To install or operate stationary lead-acid battery systems having a liquid capacity of more than 100 gallons (378.5L). See Article 64 of this code. b.2 Renumber existing b.1 Bowling pin or alley refinishing to b.2. f.1 Subsection f.1. Fire hydrants and water control valves is deleted without substitution. f.5. Subsection 4.5. Fumigation or thermal insecticidal fogging is hereby deleted without substitution. g.1. A new Subsection g.1. General use permit is added as follows: g.1. General use permit. To conduct an activity or operation that is not specifically addressed by other permits, but which is likely to produce conditions hazardous to life or property. o.1. Subsection o.1 Open burning is amended by adding the following sentence: Open burning permits shall include: -2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 5 Be · Bonfires/rubbish fires, including construction sites. · Recreational fires/burning in a public place. o.4. New Subsection. o.4 Open flame devices in marinas is added as follows: o.4 Open flame devices in marinas. To use any open flame devices for repair or maintenance in marinas, or for lighting or decoration on the exterior of any boat, slip or wharf. o.5. New Subsection o.5 Oil and natural gas wells is added as follows: o.5 Oil and natural gas wells. To drill, own, operate, or maintain an oil or natural gas well. r.1. New Subsection r.1 Rifle range is added as follows: r.1 Rifle range. To establish, maintain, or operate a rifle range. ARTICLE 2 - DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS is hereby amended by adding the following new definitions: SE'CTION 203-B BATTERY, LEAD-ACID is a group of electro-chemical cells interconnected to supply a nominal voltage of DC power to suitably connected electrical load. The number of cells connected in series determines the nominal voltage rating of the battery. The size of the cells determines the discharge capacity of the entire battery. BATTERY SYSTEM, STATIONARY LEAD-ACID is a system which consists of three interconnected subsystems: 1. A lead-acid battery 2. A battery charger, and 3. A collection of rectifiers, inverters, converters and associated electrical equipment as required for a particular application. SECTION 205-D 28 DIRECTOR OF FIRE SERVICES is the chief. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 '28 Ordinance No. 1159 · Page 6 Co SECTION 207-F FLOWLINE is the lowest continuous elevation on a rolled street curb defined by the path traced by a particle in a moving body of water at the bottom of the rolled curb. SECTION 216-O OUTDOOR CONTROL AREA is an area which.contains hazardous materials not exceeding the limits of Tables 8001.13-C or 8001.13-D. SECTION 219-R RIFLE RANGE is any indoor or outdoor firing, shooting or target range established, maintained or operated for the discharge of a rifle, pistol, revolver, shotgun or firearm. SECTION 223-V VEHICLE FUELING APPLIANCE is a listed natural gas compressor package, not containing storage, designed for the unattended dispensing of natural gas into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles. VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE is any geographic area designated per Government Code Section 51178 which contains the type and condition of vegetation, topography, weather and structure density which potentially increases the possibility of wildland conflagration fires. ARTICLE 9 - FIRE DEPARTMENT ACCESS AND WATER SUPPLY is hereby amended, as follows: Section 901.4.2 Fire APparatus Access Roads is hereby deleted and the following substituted: Section 901.4.2 Fire Apparatus Access Roads. Ail fire department access roads less than 36 feet (10 972 mm) in width shall be posted as a fire lane in accordance with the Orange County Fire Authority Fire Lane Guidelines. Parking on one side is. permitted on 28-foot (8534 mm) wide streets. Parking on two sides is permitted on 36- foot (10 972 mm) wide streets. No parking is permitted on streets narrower than 28 feet (8534 mm) in width. Street widths are to be measured from top face of the curb to top face of the curb on streets with curb and gutter, and from flowline to flowline on streets with rolled curbs. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 7 Section 901.4.4 Premises Identification is hereby deleted and the following substituted: Section 901.4.4 Premises Identification. Approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position that is plainly visible and legible from the street or road fronting the property. Said numbers shall contrast with their background. All multi-unit residential and commercial buildings shall have numbers or addresses placed above or immediately adjacent to all doors that would allow fire department access in an emergency situation. In no case shall the numbers be less than 4 inches (102 mm) in height for residential and 6 inches (152 mm) in height for commercial with a 1 inch (25 mm) stroke. Multiple residential and commercial units having entrance doors not visible from the street or road shall, in addition, have approved numbers grouped for all units within each structure and positioned to be plainly visible from the street or road. Said numbers may be grouped on the wall of the structure or on a substantial mounting post independent of the structure. Illumination shall be provided as required by the City. Section 902.2.1 Required Access is hereby amended by adding the following to the beginning of the first paragraph after the exceptions: Section 902.2.1 Required access. A minimum of two fire apparatus access roads shall be provided in residential developments containing 150 or more dwelling units. Section 902.2.2 Specifications is hereby amended by deleting Sections 902.2.2.3 and 902.2.2.6 and replacing them with three new sections as follows: Section 902.2.2.3 Turning Radius. The turning radius for fire apparatus access roads shall be not less than 17 feet (5182 mm) inside radius and 38 feet (11 582 mm) outside radius. EXCEPTION: Cul-de-sacs with center obstructions will require larger turning radii as approved by the chief. Section 9.2.2.2.6 Grade. The gradient for a fire apparatus access road shall not exceed 10 percent. EXCEPTION: Gradient may be increased to a maximum of 15 percent when all structures served by the access road are protected by an approved automatic fire sprinkler system. 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 8 Do Section 902..2.2.7 Widths, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones. The minimum width of private and public streets shall not be less than 28 feet (8534 mm). Private streets and driveways serving no more than 3 dwellings and not exceeding 150 feet (45 720 mm) in length shall not be less than 24 feet (7315 mm) in width. Section 902.2.4 Obstruction and Control of Fire Apparatus Access is hereby amended by adding Section 902.4.3 as follows: Section 902.2.4.3 Vehicle Access Gates. Vehicle access gates or barriers installed across streets shall be in accordance with the Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines for Emergency Access. SECTION 903 - WATER SUPPLIES AND FIRE HYDRANTS is hereby amended by adding an ending paragraph to Sections 903.2 and 903.4.1.2 as follows: Section 903.2 Required Water Supply for Fire Protection. Private dwellings exceeding 3,600 square feet (335 m2) in total area shall be evaluated for fire flow requirements by the chief. Section 903.4.1.2 Testing and Maintenance. Testing and maintenance requirements for private fire hydrants shall be in accordance with Section 4.1 of Appendix III-C as adopted in this code. ARTICLE 10 - FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT is hereby amended as follows: Section 1001.1 Scope is hereby amended by adding a paragraph as follows: Section 1001.1 Scope. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal apply to the testing, service, maintenance and licensing of service personnel for automatic fire extinguishing systems, portable fire extinguishers and standpipes (19 CCR Chapters 3 and 5). Section 1001.5 Maintenance is hereby amended by adding Section 1001.5.5 Installation and maintenance as follows: Section 1001.5.5 Installation and Maintenance. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of an occupancy to supply, install and maintain all required smoke detectors. The owner shall be responsible for the annual testing of all required smoke detectors. SECTION 1003 - FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS is hereby amended as follows: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 9 Section 1003.1.2 Standards is hereby deleted and the following substituted: Section 1003.1.2 Standards. Automatic fire- extinguishing systems shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standards as adopted in Appendix V of this code. An approved automatic sprinkler system required by Section 1003 and installed as per NFPA 13 as adopted in Appendix V this code, may be used for fire-resistive substitution as specified in the provisions of Section 508 of the adopted Uniform Building Code. When an approved residential sprinkler system is provided as specified in NFPA 13D or 13R as adopted in Appendix V of this code, exceptions to, or reductions in, code requirements allowed as a result thereof by Section 508 of the adopted Uniform Building Code shall not be permitted. Section 1003.2.2 Required Installations of Automatic Fire-extinguishing Systems, Ail Occupancies except Group R, Division 3, and Group U is amended by deleting the words "Division 3, and Group U," and adding an item 6 and adding Group U Occupancies to this section as follows: Section 1003.2.2 Required Installation of Automatic Fire-extinguishing Systems, All Occupancies except Group R. · In all new buildings or structures when the gross square footage thereof exceeds 6,000 square feet (588 m2) or more than 2 stories in height. For the purposes of this section, area separation walls shall not define separate buildings. Section. 1003.2.3.1 Drinking establishments is hereby deleted without substitution and the section number left open. Section 1003.2.3.3 Exhibition and display rooms is hereby deleted without substitution and the section number left open. Section 1003.2.7 Group M Occupancies is hereby deleted without substitution and the section number left open. Section 1003.2.8 Group R Occupancies is hereby deleted and the following substituted: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ~7 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 10 Section 1003.2.8 Group R Occupancies. i · Ail new Group R, Division 1 and Group R, Division 3 occupancies, other than detached one and two family dwellings, shall be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system. Residential or quick-response standard sprinkler heads shall be used in the dwelling unit and guest room portions of the building. . Ail new R-3 occupancies, detached one and two family dwellings, where the gross square footage of the building exceeds 5,500 square feet or more than two stories in height, shall be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system. Residential or quick response standard sprinkler heads shall be used in the dwelling unit and guest room-portions of the building. For the purposes of this section, area or occupancy separation walls shall not define 'separate buildings. Section 1003.2. Required Installations is hereby amended by adding Section 1003.2.9. as follows: Section 1003.2.9 All Occupancies, Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones. In addition to all other relevant provisions of this code and amendments thereto, all new construction and reconstructed structures located in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall be equipped-with an approved. automatic fire sprinkler system. SECTION 1004 - STANDPIPES is hereby amended by deleted Section 1004.2 Required Installation and substituted with the following: section 1004.2 Required Installations. Standpipe systems shall be provided as set forth in Table No. 1004 - A and the provisions of this section. Every new building with any horizontal dimension greater than 300 feet (91 440 mm) shall be provided with either access doors or hose outlets located so that all portions of the building can be reached with 150 feet (45 720 mm) of hose from an access door or hose outlet. Required access doors shall be located-in the exterior wall of the building and shall be accessible without the use of a ladder. The door dimensions shall be not less than 3 feet (914 mm) in width nor 6 feet 8 inches (2032 mm) in height. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 11 The hose outlets shall be 2-1/2 inches (63 mm) in size with an approved valve. The water supply for the hose outlets shall be prOvided: i · By a separate main supplied from the system side of the check valve at the fire department connection, or · From an adjacent section of the sprinkler system arranged to allow the hose outlets to deliver water when the sprinkler system or a portion of the system that protects the area served by the hose outlet, is shut off. SECTION 1007 - FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS.is hereby amended by adding two sections, as follows: Section 1007.1.5 Voltage Drop. Fire alarm systems shall be designed so that the maximum voltage loss is not greater than 10 percent. Section 1007.1.6 Other Requirements. Fire alarm equipment shall comply with the regulations of the State Fire Marshal (19 CCR Chapter 4, 24 CCR). SECTION 1008 - SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS is hereby added as follows: Section 1008.1 Scope. In addition to other applicable requirements of these regulations, the provisions of this section shall apply to every new building of any type of construction or occupancy having floors used for human occupancy located more than 55 feet (16 764 mm) above the lowest level of fire department access. Such buildings shall be provided with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 1008.3 of this Code. EXCEPTIONS: The following structures, while classified as high-rise buildings, shall not be subject.to the provisions of this section but shall conform to all other applicable provisions of these regulations: · Buildings used exclusively as open parking garages. · Buildings where all floors above the 55 foot (16 764 mm) level are used exclusively as open parking garages. · Floors of buildings used exclusively as open parking garages and located above all other floors used for human occupancy. 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 12 . Floors of buildings used as power plants, lookout towers, steeples, grain houses, and similar structures with noncontinuous human occupancy, when approved by the chief. For the purpose of this sections, "building access" shall mean an exterior door opening conforming to all of the following: 1.1 Suitable and available for fire department use. 1.2 Located not more than 2 feet (610 mm) above the adjacent ground ~evel. 1.3 Leading to a space, room or area having foot traffic communication capabilities with the remainder of the building. 1.4 Designed to permit access through the use of the Orange County Fire Authority's Emergency Access Lock Box Program. Section 1008.2 Certificate of Occupancy. Ail mechanical and electrical equipment and other required life safety systems shall be approved and installed in accordance with approved plans and specifications pursuant to this section and shall be tested and proved to be in proper working condition to the satisfaction of the Building Official before issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. Such systems shall be maintained in accordance with Title 19 CCR, and the Fire Code. Section 1008.3 Automatic Sprinkler System. The provisions of Section 403.2 of the adopted Uniform Building Code and the provisions contained in this section shall apply to buildings described in Section 1008.1. Sprinkler Control Valves. Sprinkler control valves, shutoff valves and a water-flow detecting device shall be provided at the lateral connection to the riser for each floor. Such valves and devices shall be electrically supervised to automatically sound an appropriate signal transmitted to locations in accordance with Section 1008.5. Section 1008.4 Smoke Detection. The provisions of Section 403.3 of the adopted Uniform Building Code and the provisions contained in this section shall apply to buildings described in Section 1008.1. 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 13 Indicating Lights. Ail smoke detectors connected to the alarm system shall have a light that indicates the status of the detector. When a detector is located in a space above a drop ceiling, the indicating light Shall be located on or below the ceiling grid. Section 1008.5 Alarm and Communications Systems. Every high-rise building shall be provided with a State Fire Marshal-approved and listed fire alarm system. The alarm and communication systems shall be designed and installed so that damage to.any one speaker will not render any paging zone of the system inoperative. The voice alarm and public address system may be a combined system. When approved by the fire department, communication systems may be combined with the voice alarm system and the public address system. The fire alarm system shall include visual indicators for the hearing impaired in all public areas of the building, including but not limited to elevators, elevator lobbies, rest rooms, corridors, exit stairways, rooms and tenant spaces exceeding 1,000 square feet (93 m2) in area. 5.1 Voice alarm system. The operation of any smoke detector, sprinkler, water flow device or manual fire alarm station shall automatically sound an alert signal to the desired areas, followed by voice instructions giving appropriate information and direction to the occupants. Upon activation of the automatic sprinkler system, any automatic fire-detection device required by this section or any special fire hazard fire-protection or extinguishing system, an automatic voice alarm signal shall sound on the floor where activated and on the floor above and below. An audible and visual signal shall be transmitted to the central control station and the fire department central control station status board. The content of the voice alarm in each instance shall be determined by the fire department in cooperation with the building owner or manager. The central control station shall contain controls for the voice alarm system so that selective or general voice alarm may be manually initiated. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ~7 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 14 The system shall be supervised to cause the activation of an audible trouble signal in the central control station upon interruption, or failure of the audio path including amplifiers, speaker wiring, switches and electrical contacts and shall detect opens, shorts and grounds which might impair the function of the system. The alarm shall be designed to be heard clearly by all occupants within the building or designated portions thereof, as required for the public address system. EXCEPTIONS: In lieu of a voice alarm signal and when approved by the fire department, the local alarm system may employ any sounding device or devices which are approved and listed by the State Fire Marshal. The sounding devices of such alternate systems shall have a 'distinctive tone and shall be arranged to emit intermittent, prolonged or continuous sound signals for a full period of 10 seconds, to be immediately followed by an intermission or period of silence of 5 seconds before the signal is repeated. Such signal shall continue to sound until manually terminated at the central control station, but in no case shall such manual operation be arranged to cause termination in less than 3 minutes. 5.2 Public address system. Speakers or signaling devices used to sound the voice or fire alarm shall be so located as to be clearly heard on the floor where activated, except as may be otherwise foundnecessary or acceptable by the chief. A public address communication system designed to be clearly heard by all occupants of the building shall operate from the central control station. It shall be established on a selective or general basis, as approved by the chief, to the following paging areas: 5.2.1 Elevators 5.2.2 Elevator lobbies 5.2.3 Corridors 5.2.4 Exit stairways 5.2.5 Rooms and tenant spaces exceeding 1,000 square feet (93 m2) in area 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 15 5.2.6 Dwelling units in apartment houses 5.2.7 Hotel guest rooms or suites 5.3 Fire department communications systems. A two-way fire department communication system shall be provided for fire department use. It shall operate between the central control station and elevators, elevator lobbies, emergency and standby power rooms and on the stairway side of entries to every enclosed exit stairway. The communication system shall also comply with the following: 5.3.1 Alarm transmission. Unless the central control station is constantly staffed by competent and experienced operating personnel conforming to Chapter 9 of NFPA 72 as adopted in Appendix V of this code, voice or fire alarm and trouble signals shall be automatically retransmitted to one of the following: 5.3.1.1. An approved .central station conforming to NFPA 71 as adopted by the Stat~ Building Standards Commission. 5.3.1.2. A supervisory station or an approved remote station conforming to NFPA 72 as adopted by the State Building Standards Commission. 5.3.2 Special provisions. In Group R, Division 1 occupancies: 5.3.2.1. When a building conforms to the provisions of this section, the manual ly operated fire alarm system otherwise specified by Section 1007.2.9 shall not be required. 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 ~25 26 28 ordinance No. 1159 Page 16 5.3.2.2. Single-station detectors installed in dwelling units and hotel or lodging house guest rooms, as specified in Section 1007.2.9.2, need not be interconnected to the fire alarm system required by this section. Section 1008.6 Central ControI Station. A central control station for fire department operations shall be provided ina location approved by the fire department. The central control station shall be separated from the remainder of the building by not less than one-hour fire- resistive construction with all openings protected by assemblies having a fire-resistive rating of not less than 45 minutes. It shall have a minimum of one door which is accessible directly from the exterior portion of the building and shall be able to be opened with a fire department master key. The central control station shall have a minimum of 100 square feet (9.3 m2) with a minimum dimension of 8 feet (2438 mm). It shall contain the following as a minimum: 6.1 The voice alarm and public address system panels. 6.2. The fire department communications panel, a cabinet containing 8 portable firefighter phones and 1 headset with sufficient cord to reach all portions of the room. 6.3 Fire detection and annunciator panels. fire alarm system 6.4 Annunciator visually indicating the location of the elevators and their operational status. 6.5. Status indicators and controls for air- handling systems. 6.6 Controls for unlocking all stairway doors simultaneously. 6.7 Sprinkler valve and water-flow detector display panels. 6.8 Emergency and standby power controls and status indicators. 6 10 11 12 13 14 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 17 6.9 A wall-mounted telephone, with sufficient cord to reach all portions of the room and with an outside dedicated private line, installed in the fire control room for exclusive fire department use. 6.10 Elevator control switches for switching to emergency power. 6.11 Fire pump status panel and controls. 6.12 Other fire-protection equipment.and systems, controls as required by the fire department. 6.13 Schematic building plans in clearly labeled approved containers, indicating the typical floor plan and detailing the building core, fire resistive separations, exit facilities, on-site water supply, fire-protection systems, firefighting equipment and fire department access. 6.14 One 3 foot (914 mm) by 5 foot (1524 mm) table and 2 chairs. 6.15 An approved locked and labeled cabinet containing labeled keys for emergency access and elevator control. All control panels in the central control station shall be permanently identified as to function. Alarms, supervisory and trouble signals as required by Items 3 and 7 above shall be annunciated in complianc~ with this code in the central control station by means of an audible and visual indicator. For purposes of annunciation, zoning shall be in accordance with the following: 6.16 When the system serves more than one building, each building shall be considered separately. 6.17 Each floor shall be considered a separate zone. When one or more sprinkler risers serve the same floor, each riser shall be considered a separate zone. EXCEPTIONS: When more than one riser serves the same system on the floor. 6.18 Each section of floor separated by area separation walls or by horizontal exits shall be considered as separate zone. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 ~7 28 ordinance No. 1159 Page 18 Central control stations shall not be used for the housing of any boiler, heating unit, generator or similar hazardous equipment. No storage shall be permitted in the central control station room. Section 1008.7 Smoke Control.. The provisions of Section 905 Smoke Control of the adopted Uniform Building Code shall apply to buildings described in Section 1008. Section 1008.8 Elevators. The provisions of Sections 403.7 and 1005.10 of the adopted Uniform Building Code shall apply to buildings described in Section 1008.1. Section 1008.9 Standby Power, Light, and Emergency Systems. Section 403.8.2 of the adopted UniformBuilding Code and Sections 1008.9.1 and 1008.9.3 of this code shall apply to buildings described in Section 1008.1. Section 1008.9.1 Standby Power. A standby power- generating system, as approved by the building official and chief and conforming to Section 403.8.1 of the adopted Uniform Building Code, shall be provided. The system shall be equipped with ~'suitable means for automatically starting the generator upon failure of the normal electrical supply systems and for automatic transfer of all functions required by this section at full power within 60 seconds of such normal service failure. System supervision with manual start and transfer override features shall be provided at the central control station. An on-premises fuel supply sufficient for not less than 6 hours at full-demand operation of the system shall be provided. Where fire pumps are required, an 8-hour fuel supply shall be provided. The standby system shall have a. capacity and rating that would supply ail equipment requir'ed to be operational at the same time. The generating capacity need not be sized to operate all the connected electrical equipment simultaneously. Ail power, lighting, signal and communication facilities specified in Section 1008.4, 1008.5, 1008.6, 1008.7, 1008.8, 1008.9 and 1008.10, as applicable; fire pumps, required to maintain pressure; stair pressurization fans; standby lighting; and normal circuits supplying exit signs and exit illumination shall be transferable to the standby source. Section 1008.9.2 Standby Lighting. See the adopted Uniform Building Code. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 19 Section 1008.9.3 Emergency Systems. The following are classified as emergency systems and shall operate within 10 seconds of failure of the normal power supply: 3.1. Required exit sign and exit illumination 3.2. Elevator car lighting 3.3. Fire alarm system 3.4. Fire-detection system 3.5. Sprinkler alarm system When the standby power-operation system reaches full operating capacity, the emergency electrical systems and equipment shall be transferred thereto. Section 1008.10 Exits. Exits shall comply with the requirements of the adopted Uniform Building Code and the following: Section 1008.10.1. Ail stairway doors which are locked from the stairway side shall have the capability of being unlocked simultaneously without unlatching upon a signal from the central control station. Upon failure of electrical power, the locking mechanisms shall .be retracted to the unlocked position. Section 1008.10.2. When stairway doors are locked from the stairway side, a telephone or other two- way communications system, connected to an approved emergency service which operates continuously, shall be provided at not less than every fifth floor in each stairway. Section 1008.10.3. Ail enclosed exit stairways shall be equipped with a barometric dampered relief opening at the top. The stairway shall be supplied mechanically with sufficient air to discharge a minimum of 2,500 cubic feet per minute (1180 L/s) through the relief opening while maintaining a minimum, positive pressure of 0.05-inch water column (12.44 Pa) in the stairway relative to atmospheric pressure with all doors closed. Activation of the mechanical equipment shall be initiated by a smoke detector installed outside the stair enclosure and within 5 feet (1524 mm) of the enclosure door. Such equipment shall also be activated by actuation of the automatic sprinkler system. Operation of ventilating equipment shall also be in accordance with the adopted Uniform Building Code, Section 1009.7. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 2 0 Section 1008.11 seismic Considerations. The provisions of Section 403.10 of the adopted Uniform Building Code shall apply to buildings described in Section 1008.1. Section 1008.12 Emergency Access and Evacuation Facility. This section shall apply to any Group B or Group R occupancies having floors used for human occupancy located 75 feet (22 860 mm) or more above the lowest' level of fire department access. Such structures shall be equipped with a fire department-approved emergency helicopter landing pad for use by police, fire and emergency medical helicopters only. EXCEPTION: Buildings ~with a roof slope greater than 4 in 12 and having all exits provided with smokeproof enclosures in accordance with Section 1008.13 as adopted in this code. SeCtion 1008.12.1 Hell-pad. The roof area shall include an emergency access and evacuation facility' for helicopters of not less 'than 15,000 pounds (6803.8 Kg) gross weight. This facility shall have a touchdown pad of at least 50 feet (15 240 mm) by 50 feet (15 240' mm) and a clear unobstructed landing and takeoff area with. a minimum dimension of 100 feet (30 480 mm) by 100 feet (30 480 mm). Section 1008.12.2 Construction. The landing pad shall be designed per Section 1609.3 of the adopted Uniform Building Code. Helicopter landing areas and supports shall be of noncombustible construction. Section 1008.12.3 Approach-departure Paths.. The emergency evacuation facility shall have 2 approach-departure paths at a slope of no greater than 8 to 1. Section 1008.12.4 Restricted Use. Any use of this emergency access and evacuation facility for purposes other than emergency access and evacuation shall require prior approval by the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as by the building official and the chief. Section 1008.12.5 Wind Direction Device. indicating device shall be provided. A wind Section 1008.12.6 Special Markings. The roof top shall be marked by an emergency marker as required by the chief. . 10 11 12 13 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 21 Section 1008.12.7 Communications. The building emergency communication system shall extend to the roof. Section 1008.13 Smokeproof Enclosures.' This section shall apply as required by Section 1008.12. Section 1008.13.1. General. A smokeproof enclosure shall consist of a vestibule and continuous stairway enclosure from the highest point to the lowest point by walls of 2-hour fire-resistive construction. There shall be no openings into the stairway portion of the smokeproof enclosure other than those permitted by the first paragraph of Section 1009.3 of the adopted Uniform Building Code. The supporting frame shall be protected as set forth in Table 6-A of the adopted Uniform Building Code. In buildings with air conditioning systems or pressure air supply serving more_than one story, an approved smoke detector shall be placed in the return air duct or plenum prior to exhausting from the building or being diluted by outside'air. Upon activation, the detector shall cause the return air to exhaust completely from the building without any recirculations through the building. Such devices may be installed in each room or space served by a return air duct. Section 1008.13.2 Where Required. enclosures shall be required as 1008.12. Smokepro'of per Section Section 1008.13.3 Outlet. A smokeproof enclosure shall exit into a .public way or into an exit passageway leading to a public way. The exit passageway shall .be without other openings and shall have walls, floors and ceiling of 2-hour fire-resistive construction. Section 1008.13.4 Barrier. A stairway in a smokeproof enclosure shall not continue below the grade level unless an approved barrier is provided at the ground level to prevent persons from accidentally continuing into the basement. Section 1008.13~5 Access. Access to stairways in smokeproof enclosures shall be by way of a vestibule or open exterior exit balcony constructed of noncombustible materials. 9 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 22 Section 1008.13.6 Smokeproof Enclosure by Natural Ventilation. Section 1008.13.6.1' Doors. When a vestibule is provided, the door assembly into the vestibule shall have a 1% hour fire-protection rating, and the door assembly from the vestibule to the stairs shall be a smoke and draft control assembly having not less than a 20-minute fire-protection rating. Doors shall be equipped with an automatic closing device activated by a smoke detector. When access to the stairway is by means of an open exterior exit balcony, the door assembly to the stairway shall have a 1% hour fire- protection rating and shall be maintained automatic closing by .actuation of a smoke detector. Section 1008.13.6.2 Open-air Vestibule. The vestibule shall have a minimum dimension of 44 inches (1118 mm) in width and 72 inches (1829 mm) in direction of exit travel. The vestibule shall have a minimum of 16 square feet (1.88 m2) of opening in a wall facing an exterior court, yard or public way at least 20 feet (6.0-96 mm) in width. Section 1008.13.7 Smokeproof Enclosure by Mechanical Ventilation 1008.13.7.1 Doors. The door assembly from the vestibule shall have a 1% hour fire-protection rating, and the door assembly from the vestibule to the stairway shall be a smoke and draft control assembly having not less than a 20 minute fire-protection rating. The door to the stairways shall be provided with a drop sill or other provisions to minimize the air leakage. Doors shall be maintained automatic closing by activation of a smoke detector to in the event of a power failure. 1008.13.7.2 Vestibule Size. Vestibules shall have a minimum dimension of 44 inches (1118 mm) in width and 72 inches (1829 mm) in direction of exit travel. 1008.13.7.3 Vestibule Ventilation. The vestibule shall be provided with not less than one air change per minute, and the exhaust shall be 50 percent of the supply. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 23 Supply air shall enter and exhaust air shall discharge from the vestibule through separate tightly constructed ducts used only for that purpose. Supply air shall enter the vestibule within 6 inches (152 mm) of the floor level. The top of the exhaust register shall be down from the top of the smoke trap and shall be entirely within the smoke trap area. Doors, when in the open position, shall not obstruct duct openings. Duct openings may be provided with controlling dampers if needed to meet the design requirements, but are not otherwise required. 1008.13.7.4 Smoke Trap. The vestibule ceiling shall be at least 20 inches (508 mm) higher than the door opening into the vestibule to serve as a smoke and heat trap and to provide an upward-moving air column. The height may be decreased when justified by engineering design and field testing. 1008.13.7.5 Stair Shaft Air Movement System. The stair shaft shall be provided with a dampered relief opening at the top and supplied mechanically with sufficient air to discharge a minimum of 2,500 cubic feet per minute (1180 L/s)' through the relief opening while maintaining a minimum positive pressure of 0.05 inches (12.44 Pa) of water column in the shaft relative to atmosphere with the doors closed and a minimum of 0.10-inch (24.99 Pa) water column difference between the stair shaft and the vestibule. 1008.13.7.6 Operation of Ventilating Equipment. The activation of the ventilating equipment shall be initiated by a smoke detector installed outside the vestibule door in an approved location. The activation of the closing device on any door shall activate the closing devices on all doors of the smokeproof enclosure at all levels. When the closing device for the stair shaft and vestibule doors is activated 'by a smoke detector or power failure, the mechanical equipment shall operate at the levels specified in Sections 1008.13.7.3 and 1009.13.7.5. 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 24 E. 1008.13.7.7 Standby Power. Standby power for the mechanical ventilation equipment shall be provided by an approved self-contained generator set to operate whenever there is a loss of power in the normal house current. The generator shall be in a separate room having a minimum fuel supply adequate to operate the equipment for 2 hours. See Section 403.8 of the adopted Uniform Building Code for standby power requirements for high- rise Group B offices and Group R, Division 1 occupancies. 1008.13.7.8 Acceptance Testing. Before the mechanical equipment is accepted by the code- enforcing authority, it shall be tested to confirm that the mechanical equipment is operating in compliance with these requirements~ 1008.13.7.9 Emergency Lighting. The stair. shaft and vestibule shall be provided with emergency lighting. A standby generator which is installed for the smokeproof enclosure mechanical ventilation equipment may be used for such stair shaft and vestibule power supply. See Section 403.8 of the adopted Uniform Building Code for emergency lighting requirements for high rise Group B offices and Group R, Division 1 occupancies. ARTICLE 11 - GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS is hereby amended as follows: SECTION 1109 - CONTROL OF SOURCES OF IGNITION is hereby amended by deleting Section 1109.7 Sparks from Chimneys and substituting a new Section 1109.7 as follows: Section 1109.7 Chimney Spark Arrester. All new structures having any chimney, flue or stovepipe attached to any fireplace, stove, barbecue or other solid or liquid fuel burning equipment and devices, shall have such chimney, flue or stovepipe equipped with an approved spark arrester as per Section 3102.3.8 of the adopted Uniform Building Code. Ail incinerator chimneys shall terminate in a substantially constructed spark arrester having an iron, heavy wire mesh not exceeding 1/2 inch (i2.5 mm). SECTION 1111 - CHANGES IN USE OR OCCUPANCY OF BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES is. hereby amended by identifying the existing paragraph as Section 1111.1 and adding a new Section 1111.2 as follows: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 2 5 Section 1111.2 Declaration of Intended Use Section 1111.2.1 When Required. When required by the chief with the concurrence of the building official, any or all owners of any occupancy may be required to record with the county recorder of the County of Orange a legal instrument of intended use. This legal instrument shall be called a Declaration of Intended Use. The Declaration of Intended Use shall be in accordance with the requirements of this section. It shall specifically state, by occupancy classification, all intended uses of all portions of the occupancy and may not be modified or withdrawn without the approval of the chief with the concurrence of the building official. Unapproved changes of occupancy or use can be cause for an immediate hearing before the building official and the chief or their designees. Such hearing shall be conducted to rule on the revocation of the Certificate of Occupancy and the revocation of all permits issued to all owners, tenants, operators and occupants of all portions of the occupancy. The Declaration of Intended Use shall be binding on all present and future owners, tenants, operators and occupants. Section 1111.2.2 Certified Copies. A certified copy of the recorded Declaration of Intended Use may be required to be. filed with the building official and the chief before any Certificate of Occupancy and or any permits are issued to any or all owners, tenants, operators or occupants of the occupancy. ARTICLE 11 - GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS is hereby amended by adding new SECTION 1115 - DEVELOPMENT ON OR NEAR LAND CONTAINING OR EMITTING TOXIC, COMBUSTIBLE OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, GASES OR VAPORS as follows: SECTION 1115 - DEVELOPMENT ON OR NEAR LAND CONTAINING OR EMITTING TOXIC, COMBUSTIBLE OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, GAsEs OR VAPORS The chief may require the submittal for approval of geological studies, evaluations, reports, remedial recommendations and/or similar documentation from a state-licensed and department-approved individual or firm, on any parcel of land to be developed which: - 1 '2 10 11 12 13 !4 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 26 F. G. a. mo . Has, or is adjacent to, or within 1,000 feet (304 800 mm) of a parcel of land that has ~an active, inactive, or abandoned oil or gas well operation, petroleum or chemical refining facility, petroleum or chemical storage, or . May contain or give off toxic, combustible or flammable liquids, gases or vapors Section 1212.6 Floor-level Exit Signs is hereby amended by adding a beginning paragraph as follows: Section 1212.6 Floor-level Exit Signs. The regulations and bulletins of the State Fire Marshal for floor-level exit sign requirements shall also apply. ARTICLE 13 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES is hereby, deleted and the following substituted: .ARTICLE 13 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for emergency procedures shall apply (19 CCR Chapter 1, Subchapter 1, Article 3, Sections 3.09, 3.10,.3.11, 3.12 and 3.13). SECTION 2501 - GENERAL is hereby amended by adding an ending .paragraph to Section 2501.5 Decorative Materials and by adding two new sections as follows: SeCtion 2501.5 Decorative Materials. Records of fire- retardant treatment, as per the requirements of C.C.R. Title 19, shall be maintained on the premises by the owner, agent, proprietor or occupant. section 2501.16.4 occupant Count. The sUpervisor of each place of assembly shall have an effective system to keep count of the number of occupants present in the assembly area. If the chief determines at any time that an accurate count of occupants is not being maintained, the occupancy shall be cleared until an accurate count can be made. Section 2501.20 Temporary Heaters. No person shall place or operate or permit to be operated any temporary heater within a structure that uses any flammable or combustible solids, liquids, or gases without a fire department permit. ARTICLE 32 - TENTS, CANOPIES AND TEMPORARY MEMBRANE STRUCTURES is hereby amended as follows: SECTION 3201 - SCOPE is hereby amended by adding a paragraph as follows: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 27 Je Ke The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for large and small tents, awnings and other fabric enclosures also apply (19 CCR Chapter 2). SECTION 3207 - FLAME-RETARDANT TREATMENT ANDSTANDARDS is hereby amended by adding a paragraph as follows: The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for flame resistance and labeling of all tents also apply (19 CCR Chapter 2, Article 4). SECTION 3210 - STANDBY PERSONNEL is hereby amended by adding a paragraph to read as follows: The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for standby personnel in tents with an occupant load of 500 or more also apply (19 CCR 320). SECTION 3219 - HOUSEKEEPING is hereby amended by deleting "30 feet" (9144 mm) and substituting "50 feet" (15 240 mm) in its place at each occurrence (19 CCR 326). TABLE 3205-A - LOCATION, ACCESS AND PARKING FOR TENTS, CANOPIES AND TEMPORARY MEMBRANE STRUCTURES' is' hereby amended by adding footnote 4 as follows: 4. Table 3205-A applies to vehicles necessary to the operation of 'a tent establishment. All other vehicles shall be parked at least 100 feet (30 480 mm) from any tent, except vehicles parked on a public street, which shall park at least 20 feet (6096 mm) from any tent, per the regulations of the State Fire Marshal (19 CCR 312).. ARTICLE 47 - FUMIGATION AND THERMAL INSECTICIDAL FOGGING is hereby deleted and substituted as follows: ARTICLE 47 - FUMIGATION AND THERMAL INSECTICIDAL FOGGING SECTION 4701 - SCOPE FUmigation and thermal insecticidal fogging operations shall be in accordance with Divisions 6 and 7 of the Food and Agriculture Code of the State of California. SECTION 4702 - NOTIFICATION OF FUMIGATION The chief shall be notified in writing at least 24 hours before any building, structure or ship is to be closed in connection with the use of toxic or flammable fumigants. SECTION 5103 - FABRICATION AREAS is hereby amended by adding the following ending sentence to Section 5103.5.2 Piping and tubing installation: - i 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 28 Lo Me Section 5103.5.2 Piping and tubing installation. Signage, when required by Article 51, shall be as prescribed by the Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines. SECTION 5202 - FLAMMABLE ANDCOMBUSTIBLE LIQUID MOTOR VEHICLE FUEL-DISPENSING STATIONS is hereby amended by deleting Section 5202.3.6 Special enclosures and substituting with a new Section 5202.3.6 and by adding the following ending sentence to item 1 of Section 5202.4.4 Supervision as follows: Section. 5202.3.6 Special enclosures. When installation of tanks in accordance with Section 7902.6 is impractical, or because of property or building limitations, tanks for Class I, II or III-A liquids may be approved by the chief for installation aboveground in buildings in special enclosures. The capacity of permanent or temporary aboveground tanks containing Class I, II or III-A liquids shall not exceed 2,000 gallons (7570 L) aggregate, and shall conform to the requirements of Appendix II-F as amended in this code. Section 5202.4.4 Supervision I · The amount of fuel being dispensed shall be limited in quantity by a pre-programmed card as approved by the chief. SECTION 6319 - EMERGENCY SIGNS ANDLABELS is hereby amended as follows: Refrigeration units or systems shall be provided with approved emergency signs, charts and labels in accordance with the Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines and the Mechanical Code (See U.M.C. Standard 11-2). See also Appendix VI-F. The Uniform Fire Code is amended by adding ARTICLE 64 - STATIONARY LEAD-ACID BATTERY SYSTEMS as follows: ARTICLE 64 - STATIONARY LEAD-ACID BATTERY SYSTEMS SECTION 6401 - SCOPE Stationary lead-acid battery systems having a liquid capacity of more than 100 gallons (378.'5 L) used for facility standby power, emergency power or uninterrupted power supply shall be in accordance with this article. Stationary lead-acid battery systems with individual lead-acid batteries exceeding 20 gallons (75.7 L) each shall also. comply With Article 80 of this code. SECTION 6402 - DEFINITION For definition of lead-acid battery and lead-acid battery system', see SECTION 203-B of this code. 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 29 SECTION 6403 - PERMITS Section 6403.1 General. For a permit to install or operate battery systems with stationary lead-acid batteries, see Section 105.8 b.1 of this code. Section 6403.2 Design Submittals. Prior to installation, plans shall be submitted to and approved by the chief. SECTION 6404 - INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE Section 6404.1 General. Installation and maintenance of battery systems shall be in accordance with nationally recognized standards. See Sections 9001 and 9003.1 a.2.10 and a.2.11 of this code. Section 6404.2 Safety Venting. Batteries shall be provided with safety venting caps. Section 6404.3 Occupancy Separation. In other than Group A, E, I and R Occupancies, battery systems shall be located in a room separated from other portions of the building by a minimum one-hour fire-resistive occupancy separation. In Group A, E, I and R Occupancies, battery systems shall be located in a room separated from other portions of the building by a two-hour fire-resistive occupancy separation. Section 6404.4 Spill Control. Each rack of batteries or group of racks shall be provided with a liquid-tight 4-inch spill-control barrier.which extends at least. 1 inch (25 mm) beyond the battery rack in all directions. Section 6404.5 Neutralization. An approved method to neutralize spilled electrolyte shall be provided. The method shall be capable of neutralizing a spill from the largest lead-acid battery to a pH between 7.0 and 9.0. Section 6404.6 Ventilation. Ventilation shall be provided in accordance with the Mechanical Code and the following: 6.1 The ventilation system shall be designed to limit the maximum concentration of hydrogen to 1.0 percent (25 percent of LEL) of the' total volume of the room in accordance with nationally recognized standards, or 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 .Ordinance No. 1159 Page 30 O. P. 6.2 Continuous ventilation shall be provided at a rate of not less than 1 cubic foot per minute per square foot (0.0283 cubic meters per 0.0929 square meter) of floor area of the room. Section 6404.7 Signs. Doors into rooms or buildings containing stationary lead-acid battery systems shall be provided with approVed signs. The signs shall state that the room contains lead-acid battery systems, that the battery room contains energized electrical circuits and that the battery electrolyte solutions are corrosive liquids. Section 6404.8 seismic Protection. Battery systems shall be seismically braced in accordance with the adopted Uniform Building Code. Section 6404.9 Smoke Detection. An approved automatic smoke detection system shall be installed in such areas and supervised by an approved central, proprietary or remote station service or a local alarm which will give an audible signal at a constantly attended location. SECTION 7401 - GENERAL is hereby amended by amending Section 7401.5.2 Stationary compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks as follows: SeCtion 7401.5.2 Stationary compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks. Stationary compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall' be marked in accordance with Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines. Markings shall be visible from any direction of approach. ARTICLE 77'- EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS is hereby amended as follows: SECTION 7701 - GENERAL is hereby amended by adding a new section as follows: Section 7701.9 Other Regulations. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for explosives also apply (19 CCR Chapter 10 and 24 CCR Part 2). Appendix VI-E of the UFC is adopted and shall be used for determining the location of magazines. Whenever the words "See Appendix VI-E" appear, it shall mean "Apply Appendix VI-E." Section 7702.1.1 Magazines required is hereby amended by adding a sentence as follows: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 31 Section 7702.1.1 Magazines required. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for magazine quantity limitations also apply (19 CCR 1566.4). Section 7702.1.9 Storage with other materials is hereby amended by adding a sentence as follows: Blasting caps, electric blasting caps, detonating primers and primed cartridges shall not be stored in the same magazine with other explosives (19 CCR 1566.1). Section 7702..1.15 Yard maintenance is hereby amended by deleting "25 feet" (7620 mm) and substituting "50 feet" (15 240 mm) in its place (19 CCR 1566.2). Section 7702.2 Retail Sales is hereby amended by adding a second paragraph to Section 7702.2.1 General as follows: Section 7702.2.1 General. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for magazines within buildings also apply (19 CCR 1566.6). Section 7702.3 Storage Magazines is hereby amended by adding the following paragraphs to Sections 7702.3.1 General and 7702.3.10 Indoor magazines: Section 7702.3.1 General. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for magazine classification, quantity limitations and construction also apply. The provisions of this section may be used in place of the State Fire Marshal regulations for classification and construction of magazines, if determined, to provide an acceptable alternative protection by the chief (19 CCR Chapter 10, Subchapters 3 and 5). Section 7702.3.10 Indoor magazines. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for magazines within buildings also apply (19 CCR 1566.6). Section 7703.1 Use and Handling is hereby amended by adding the following paragraphs to Sections 7703.1.7 Other regulations and 7703.1.9 Premature detonation safeguards: Section 7703.1.7 Other regulations. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for use and handling of explosives also apply (19 CCR Chapter 10, Subchapter 4). Section 7703.1.9 Premature Detonation Safeguards. The regulations of the' State Fire Marshal for precautions against accidental discharge also apply (19 CCR 1568.8) . 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 32 Section 7703.2.1 Public Conveyance is hereby amended by adding a beginning paragraph as follows: Section 7703.2.1 Public Conveyance. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for transportation of explosives, including transportation in priVate passenger vehicles, also apply (19 CCR Chapter 10, Subchapter 4, Article 12). Section 7703.3,5 Explosive materials terminals is hereby amended by adding a beginning paragraph as follows: Section 7703.2.5 Explosive materials terminals. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for explosives at terminals also apply (19 CCR Chapter 10, Subchapter 4, Article 9). Section 7703.5 Safety Precautions for Blasting Agents is hereby' amended by adding the following paragraphs to Sections 7703.5.3 Construction and 7703.5.4 Compounding and mixing, and by adding a new Section 7703.5.7 Requirements: Section 7703.5.3 Construction. Buildings or other facilities used for the mixing of blasting agents shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the regulations of the State Fire Marshal (19 CCR Chapter 10 and 24 CCR Part 2). Section 7703.5.4 Compounding and mixing. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for mixer design and blasting agent composition also apply (19 CCR 1572. and 1572.3). Section 7703.517 Requirements. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for blast hole loading, explosive initiation, and water gels, or slurry explosives also apply (19 CCR Chapter 10, Subchapter 4, Articles 7, 8, 10 and 11; and Subchapter 5, Article 17). Section 7704.6.1 Construction is hereby deleted and the following substituted: Section 7704.6.1 Construction. Operating buildings or rooms shall be constructed in accordance with the regulations of the State Fire Marshal (19 CCR Chapter 10 and 24 CCR Part 2) when quantities of explosives exceed the exempt amounts as specified 'in the adopted Uniform Building and~Fire Codes. Section 7704.7 Operations is hereby amended by adding a beginning paragraph as follows- 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 33 Q. Section 7704.7 Operations. The regulations of the State Fire Marshal for on-site or remote processing and storage of explosives,, including electrical regulations, also apply (19 CCR Chapter 10, Subchapter 4). SECTION 7802 - FIREWORKS is hereby amended by deleting TABLE 7S02.3-A - MINIMUM MORTAR SEPARATION DISTANCES without substitution, amending the first sentence of Section 7802.3 Prohibition, deleting Section 7802.4 Displays, and adding a new section 7802.5 Model Rocketry as follows: Section 7802.3 Prohibition, The storage, use, handling, possession, sale, or discharge of fireworks is prohibited. section 7802.4 Displays. Fireworks displays shall be in accordance with the. Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines for Public Fireworks Displays, with the regulations of the State Fire Marshal, and the conditions of the permit as approved by the chief (19 CCR 982). Section 7802.5 Model Rocketry. Ail model rocket aCtivities shall comply with the Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines for Model Rocketry and requires a permit from the chief. ARTICLE 79 - FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS is hereby amended as follows: section 7902.2.2.1 Locations where aboveground tanks are prohibited is hereby deleted and replaced with the following: Storage of Class I and Class II flammable liquids in aboveground tanks outside of buildings is prohibited except in Planned Industrial districts and Industrial districts as identified in Part 4 Chapter 2 of Article 9 of the Tustin City Code. Class I and Class II flammable liquid tanks allowed in Section 7902.2.2.1 shall be of less than 1,000 gallons capacity and shall be located no less than .100 feet from any property line or building of other than a Group U Division 1 occupancy. EXCEPTION: The temporary use of aboveground tanks is allowed for the storage of Class I and Class II liquids as permitted in Section 7904.2 of the Uniform Fire Code as adopted, by Section 5130. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 34 Section 7902.2.6.3.4 Reductions in required venting for- stable liquids is hereby amended by deleting sub-sections 2.0.3 and 4.0.15. Section 7903.1.3 Liquid Transfer is hereby amended by adding the following new section: section 7903.1.3.5 Underground tanks. No person shall extract .or cause to be extracted any flammable or combustible liquids from underground tanks by any method other than the use of a permanently installed approved dispenser unless such person first obtain a permit for such extraction from'the chief. ARTICLE 80 - HAZARDOUS MATERIALS is hereby amended as follows: Section 8001.3.3 Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement is hereby amended by adding the following paragraph: Section 8001.3.3 Chemical Classification Packet. When required by the chief, an Orange County Fire Authority Chemical Classification Packet shall be completed and approved prior to approval of s%ructural and system plans, and/or the storage, use or handling of chemicals on the premises. -. Section- 8001.7 Identification .Signs' is hereby amended by deleting the Words "U.F.C. Standard 79-3" and replacing with the words "Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines." Section 8001.13 Exempt Amounts is hereby amended by adding Section 8001.13.1.1 Exterior Storage as follows: Section 8001.13.1.1 Exterior Storage. Section 8001.13.1.1.1 Quantities Exceeding Exempt Amounts. Exterior Storage of hazardous materials where the aggregate quantity exceeds the exempt amount specified in Tables 8001.13-C or 8001.13-D shall be in accordance with the exterior storage provisions of this section. section 8001.13.1.1.2 Quantities not Exceeding Exempt Amounts. Outdoor control areas are not required to be in accordance with this section except as follows: 2.1 .Outdoor control areas shall be protected against tampering or trespassers by fencing or other control measures. 2.2 Outdoor control areas shall be kept free of weeds, debris and common combustible materials not necessary to the storage. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 35 The area surrounding an outdoor control area shall be kept clear of such materials for a minimum of 15 feet (4572 mm). 2.3 Outdoor control areas shall be located not closer than 20 feet (6096 mm) to a property line that can be built upon, street, alley or public way. 2.4 When a property exceeds 10,000 square feet (929 square meters), a group of two outside control areas is allowed when approved by the chief and when each control area is separated ~by a minimum distance of 50 feet (15 240 mm). 2.5 When a property exceeds 35,000 square feet (3251 square meters), additional groups of outdoor control areas are allowed when approved by the chief and when each group is separated by a minimum distance of 300 feet (91 440 mm). TABLE 8001'13-C - EXEMPT AMOUNTS OF'HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PRESENTING A PHYSICAL HAZARD - MAXIMUM QUANTITIES PER OUTDOOR AREA PER SINGLE PROPERTY UNDER SAME OWNERSHIP OR CONTROL is hereby amended by title as follows: EXEMPT AMOUNTS OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PRESENTING A PHYSICAL HAZARD - MAXIMUM QUANTITIES ALLOWED IN AN OUTDOOR CONTROL AREA. TABLE 8001.13-D - EXEMPT AMOUNTS OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PRESENTING .A HEALTH HAZARD - MAXIMUM QUANTITIES PER OUTDOOR AREA PER SINGLE PROPERTY UNDER SAME OWNERSHIP OR CONTROL is hereby amended by title as follows: MATERIALS PRESENTING A HEALTH HAZARD - MAXIMUM QUANTITIES ALLOWED IN AN OUTDOOR CONTROL AREA. Section 8003.1 General is hereby amended by changing the wording of Section 8003.1.2 Signs, adding an ending paragraph to Section 8003.1.5 Maximum quantity on site, and adding a paragraph between the first and second sentence in Section 8003.1.13 Standby power as follows: Section 8003.1.2 Signs is hereby amended by deleting the words UFC Standards 79-3 and replacing them with the words "Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines.'' Section 8003.1.5 Maximum quantity on site. No person shall use or store acutely hazardous materials within a residential zoned or any residential developed property. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 36 T. U. Section 8003.1.13 Standby power. An emergency power system shall be provided in Group H, Division 6 and Division 7 Occupancies. Section 8003.14 Corrosives is hereby amended by adding the following sentence to the end of Section 8003.14.1.1 General: Section 8003.14.1.1 General.' Stationary lead-acid battery systems with individual batteries of 20 gallons (75.7 L) or less and used for standby power, emergency power or uninterrupted power supply shall be in accordance with Article 64 of this code. Section 8004.1 Use, Dispensing and Handling, General is hereby amended by adding the following sentence to the end of Section 8004.1.1 Applicability and modifying Section 8004.1.9 Signs as follows: Section 8004.1.1 Applicability. Stationary lead- acid battery systems with individual batteries of 20 gallons (75.7 L) or less and used for standby power, emergency power or uninterrupted power supply shall be in accordance with Article 64 of this code. Section 8004.1.9 Signs is hereby amended by deleting the words UFC Standard 79-3 and replacing them with the words "Orange County Fire Authority Signage Guidelines." SECTION 870-4 - FIRESAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION is hereby amended by deleting the existing exception in Section 8704.2 Access Roads and replacing it with the following: Section 8704.2 Access Roads. EXCEPTION: Temporary access and water supplies for construction of residential model and commercial occupancies- may be approved in accordance with Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines for the Design and Installation of Temporary Access and Fire Hydrants. ARTICLE 90 - STANDARDS is hereby amended as follows: SECTION 9002 - U.F.C. STANDARDS 1. U.F.C. Standards are hereby amended as follows: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 37 Whenever UBC Standard 9-1 is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean UBC Standard 9-1 as adopted in the California Building Code, and further amended and adopted as NFPA 13, 1994 Edition in Appendix V. 9-2 Whenever UBC Standard 9-2 is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean NFPA 14, 1993 Edition, as amended and adopted in Appendix V. 9-3 Whenever UBC Standard 9-3 is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean UBC Standard 9-3 as adopted in the California Building Code, and further amended and adopted as NFPA 13R, 1994 Edition in Appendix V. UFC Standard 10-2 is deleted and whenever it is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean NFPA 72, 1993 Edition, as adopted by the State Building Standards Commission. 10-3 UFC Standard 10-3 is deleted and whenever it is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean NFPA 72, 1993 Edition, as adopted by the State Building Standards Commission. 74-~ UFC Standard 74-1 Part I is adopted as specified in Appendix V; Part II is deleted and whenever it is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean NFPA 50, 1990 Edition, as adopted in Appendix V. 8~-~ UFC Standard 81-1 Part I is adopted as specified in Appendix V; Part II is deleted and whenever it is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean NFPA 231, 1990 Edition, as adopted in Appendix V. UFC Standard 81-2 Part I is adopted as specified in Appendix V; Part II is deleted and whenever it is referenced in this code or the UFC Standards, it shall mean NFPA 231C, 1991 Edition, as adopted in Appendix V. U.F.C. Standard 52-1 is hereby amended by deleting Chapter 5 Residential Fueling Facilities and Chapter 6 Referenced Publications and substituting with a new Chapter 5 Residential Fueling Facilities as follows: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 38 Chapter 5 Residential Fueling Facilities 5-1 Vehicle Fueling Appliances 5.1.1 Vehicle fueling appliances shall be installed, operated and maintained in accordance with this Chapter, Uniform Fire Code Article 52, the Mechanical Code and the Plumbing Code as adopted. 5-1.2 For vehicle fueling permits see Section 105 of the adopted Uniform Fire Code. 5-1.3 Vehicle fueling appliances shall not exceed a flow rate of 10 standard cubic feet per minute (4.72 L/s). at a discharge rate of 4,000 psi (276 bars) at NTP. Vehicle fueling appliances installed at Group R Occupancies shall not exceed a -flow rate' of 5 standard cubic feet per minute (2.36 L/s) at a discharge rate of 4,000 psi (276 bars) at NTP. 5m2 Location and Installation 5-2.1 General 5-2.1.1 Vehicle fueling appliances shall be installed outside of buildings. The appliance shall be a minimum of 3 feet (914 mm) from property lines and building openings. When approved by the chief, vehicle fueling appliances may be installed indoors when installed in accordance with Section 5-3.2.1 and Uniform Fire Code Article 52 as adopted. 5-2.1.2 Vehicle fueling appliances shall be fastened to a foundation to resist the loads in accordance with the adopted Uniform Building Code. 5-2.1.3 Equipment related to the vehicle fueling appliance shall be protected to minimize the possibilities of physical damage.. When subject to Vehicle impact damage, fueling appliances shall be provided with vehicular impact protection. See Section 8001.9 General Safety Precautions of the adopted Uniform Fire Code.. 5-2.1.4 The vehicle fueling appliance shall be located so as to prevent damage resulting from flooding, ice build-up or blockage of ventilation. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page .39 5-2.2 Appliance Vent Lines 5-2.2.1 Vehicle fuel appliances shall be provided with an approved method to discharge methane outdoors as the result of the operation of a relief valve or device. 5-2.2.2 Relief valves or devices shall be provided with an approved, means of safely discharging natural gas outside of buildings. The method employed shall be designed such that the design flow capacity of the relief valve or device is not restricted. 5-2.2.3 Relief valves or devices shall be terminated in accordance with the following minimum requirements: 1. Relief valves or devices shall terminate a minimum of 3 inches (914 mm) from sources of ignition. 2. Relief valves or devices shall terminate a minimum of 36 inches (914 mm) horizontally and 12 inches (305 mm) vertically above openings or vents into buildings or a space where flammable vapors are likely to accumulate. 3. Relief valves or devices shall not terminate,within 5 feet (1524 mm) of sidewalks or paths of egress. 5-2.2.4 Relief valves or devices shall be terminated so as to prevent the entry of water, insects, ice or other materials. 5-2.3 Hoses 5-2.3.1 Hoses used for the supply of natUral gas to the vehicle fueling appliance for the dispensing of natural gas into motor vehicles shall be in accordance with Section 5-2.3. 5-2.3.2 A single hose, a maximum of 3 feet (914 mm) in length, may be used to terminate the natural gas supply into the intake of the vehicle fueling appliance. The hose shall be installed when it is necessary to prevent abrasion damage resulting from vibration at the compressor intake or discharge. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ~7 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 40 5-2.3.3 The use of hoses for dispensing of natural gas from a vehicle fueling appliance into a motor vehicle shall be in accordance with the following minimum requirements: 1. The maximum length of hose shall not exceed 25 feet (7620 mm). 2. Hoses shall be protected from abrasi6n, mechanical damage and being driven .over. 3. The number of hoses which may be used for the dispensing of natural gas into motor vehicles shall be in accordance with the appliance's listing. 4.' The vehicle dispensing hose shall be equipped with a breakaway connection. Operation of the breakaway connection shall stop the flow of natural gas from the vehicle fueling appliance. The maximum force necessary to effect breakaway shall be 40 pounds (18.1 kg) in any horizontal direction. 5-2.4 signage 5-2.4.1 Signs concerning the safe operation of vehicle fueling appliances shall be provided in accordance with Section 5-2.4. 5-2.4.2 "NO SMOKING WITHIN 3 FEET" signs shall be provided at the vehicle fueling appliance. 5-2.4.3 "TURN OFF IGNITION BEFORE FUELING" signs shall be provided at the vehicle fueling appliance. 5-2.4.4 Approved "CNG COMPRESSOR EMERGENCY ELECTRICAL DISCONNECT" signs shall be provided at the electrical disconnect switch. 5-2.5 Electrical Disconnect 5-2.5.1 An emergency electrical disconnect switch shall be provided in an approved location not less than 5 feet (1524 mm), but not exceeding 25 feet (7620 mm) away from the vehicle fueling appliance. The disconnect switch shall be in view of the vehicle fueling appliance. 10 11 12 '13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 41 5-3 Dispensing of CNG 5-3.1 The exterior and interior dispensing of natural gas into motor vehicles shall be in accordance with Section 5-3. 5--3.2 The exterior dispensing of natural gas into motor vehicles shall be in accordance with Chapter 5 of this Standard and Article 52 of the adopted Uniform Fire Code. 5-3.3 The fueling of vehicles inside of buildings shall be limited to Group B, F, H, S and. U Occupancies when not attached to Group R Occupancies. Interior dispensing of natural gas shall be in accordance with Chapter 5 of this Standard, the mechanical ventilation requirements of Section 4-.4.3.4. and the gas detection requirements of Section 4-4.3.5. Activation or failure of the mechanical ventilation system or activation or failure of the gas detection system shall shut off power to the vehicle fueling appliance. 5-4 Maintenance and Inspection 5-4.1 Installation and maintenance of vehicle fueling appliances shall be in accordance with the · manufacturers' instructions and listing. 5-4.2 A water-resistant tag, label or other approved means shall be affixed to the vehicle fueling appliance which identifies that the appliance has been serviced in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions. SECTION 9003 is hereby amended by identifying'existing SECTION 9003 RECOGNIZED STANDARDS as 9003.1,amending Section 9003.1 a.2 American National Standards Institute - ANSI Standards by adding new subsections a.2.10. ANSI/IEEE 484 and a.2.11 ANSI/IEEE 937, and adding a new Section 9003.2 Adopted NFPA Standards as follows: Section 9003.1 - a.2.10. ANSI/IEEE 484 Recommended Practice for Installation of Large-Lead Storage Batteries for Generating Stations and Substations. Section 9003.1 - a.2.11. ANSI/IEEE 937 Recommended Practice for Installation and Maintenance of Lead-Acid Batteries for Photovoltaic (PV) Systems 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 42 Vo We Section 9003.2 Adopted NFPA Standards. See Appendix V of this code for a list of National Fire Protection Association Standards and amendments thereto, which are adopted as a part of this code. APPENDIX I-B LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS, SECTION'1 - SCOPE and Section 6.1, item 2 Special Provisions and Alternatives, Automatic Sprinklers are hereby deleted and the following substituted: SECTION I - SCOPE. These provisions apply to all existing high-rise buildings constructed prior to the adoption of this appendix, each having floors used for human occupancy located 75 feet (22 680 mm) or more above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. Section 6.1, item 2 Automatic Sprinklers. An approved automatic fire extinguishing system shall be installed throughout the building in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 13 as adopted in Appendix V of this code. In addition to the main water supply, a secondary on-site supply of water equal to the hydraulically calculated sprinkler design demand plus 100 gallons (378.5 L) per minute additional for the total standpipe system shall be provided. The supply shall be automatically available if the principal supply fails and shall have a duration of 30 minutes. Sprinkler control valves and waterflow detecting devices shall be provided at the lateral connection to the riser on each floor. APPENDIX II-A SECTION 18 - UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES is hereby deleted and the following substituted: SECTION 18 - UNUSUAL CIRCUMSTANCES The chief may suspend enforcement and require reasonable alternative measures designed to advance the purposes of this article if he determines in any specific case that any of the following conditions exist: 18.1 Difficult terrain. 18.2 Danger of erosion. 18.3. Presence of plants included in any state and federal resources agencies, California Native Plant Society and county-approved list of wildlife,'plants, rare, endangered and/or threatened species. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 43 X. 18.4 Stands or groves of trees or heritage trees. 18.5 Other unusual circumstances that make strict compliance with the clearance of vegetation provisions of Sections 15, 16 or 17 of this appendix undesirable or impractical. APPENDIX II-A SUPPRESSION AND CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS FIRE AREAS is hereby amended by adding a new SECTION 25 - USE OF EQUIPMENT as follows: SECTION 25 - USE OF EQUIPMENT 25.1 Except as otherwise provided in this section, no person shall use, operate, or cause to be operated, in, upon or adjoining any hazardous fire area any internal combustion engine which uses hydrocarbon fuels, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester as defined in Section 25.3 maintained in effective working order, or the engine is constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire pursuant to Section 25.3. 25.2 Spark arresters affixed to the exhaust system of engines or vehicles subject to this section shall not be placed or mounted in such a manner as to allow flames or heat from the exhaust system to ignite any flammable material. 25.3 A spark arrester is a device constructed of nonflammable material specifically for the purpose of removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles over 0.0232 of 'an inch (0.58 mm) in size from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine that uses hydrocarbon fuels or which is qualified and rated by the United States Forest Service. 25.4 Engines used to provide motor power for trucks, truck tractors, buses, and passenger vehicles, except motorcycles, are not subject to this section if the exhaust system is equipped with a muffler as defined in the Vehicle Code of the State of California. 25.5 Turbocharged engines are not subject to this section if all exhausted gases pass through the rotating turbine wheel, there is no exhaust bypass to 'the atmosphere, and the turbocharger is in effective mechanical condition. -' 1 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 44 Yo Z · APPENDIX II-A SUPPRESSION AND CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS FIRE AREAS ia hereby amended by adding a new SECTION 26 - NOTICE OP SPARK ARRESTER REQUIREMENT as follows: SECTION 2'6 - NOTICE OF SPARK ARRESTER REQUIREMENT No person shall sell, offer for sale, lease, or rent to any person any internal combustion engine subject to the provisions of Section 25 and not subject to the provisions of Section 13005 of the Health and Safety Code, unless he provides a written notice to~ the purchaser or bailee, at the time of sale or at the time of entering into the lease or rental contract, stating that it is a violation of the UFC to use or operate the engine in, upon or adjoining any hazardous fire area, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrester as defined in Section 25, maintained in effective working order, or the' engine is constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire pursuant to Section 27. APPENDIX II-A SUPPRESSION AND CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS FIRE AREAS is hereby amended by adding a new SECTION 27 - FUEL MODIFICATION 'REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION as follows: SECTION 27 - FUEL MODIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION Ail new buildings to be built or installed in areas containing combustible vegetation shall comply with the following: 27.1 P.reliminary fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the chief concurrent with the submittal for approval of any tentative map. 27.2 Final fuel modification plans shall be submitted to and approved by the chief prior to the issuance of a grading permit. 27.3 The fuel modification plans shall meet the criteria set forth in the Orange County Fire Authority Fuel Modification-Plan Guidelines for High Fire Hazard Areas. 27.4 The fuel modification plan may be altered if conditions change. Any alterations to the fuel modification shall be approved by the chief. 27.5 Ail elements of the fuel modification plan shall be maintained in accordance with the approved plan. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 4 5 AA. APPENDIX II-D RIFLE RANGES is hereby amended by adding a second paragraph to SECTION I - PERMITS as follows: The requirement for a permit shall apply to indoor or outdoor firing, shooting or target ranges established, maintained or operated for the discharging of a rifle, pistol, revolve~, shotgun or firearm. BB. APPENDIX II-E HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLANS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INVENTORY STATEMENTS is hereby deleted and the following is substituted: APPENDIX II-E CHEMICAL CLASSIFICATION PACKET. Hazardous materials inventories shall be submitted for approval in accordance with the Orange County Fire Authority Chemical Classification Packet. CC. APPENDIX II-F PROTECTED ABOVEGROUND TANKS FOR MOTOR VEHICLE FUEL-DISPENSING STATIONS OUTSIDE BUILDINGS is hereby deleted and the following is substituted: APPENDIX II-F PROTECTED ABOVEGROUND TANKS FOR MOTOR VEHICLE FUEL-DISpENSING STATIONS OUTSIDE BUILDINGS. stOrage and dispensing of motor fuels into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles from protected aboveground tanks located outside buildings shall be in accordance with Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines for Protected Aboveground Tanks for Motor Vehicle Fuel-Dispensing Stations Outside Buildings. DD. APPENDIX III-A FIRE-FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS is hereby amended by deleting the exception in 5.2 Buildings Other than One- and Two-Family Dwellings and substituting the following: EXCEPTION: A reduction in required fire flow of up to 50 percent, as approved by the chief, may be allowed when the building is provided with an approved automatic sprinkler system. The resulting fire flow shall not be less than 1,500 gallons per minute (5677.5 L/min.). EE. APPENDIX III-B FIRE HYDRANT LOCATIONS AND DISTRIBUTION is hereby amended by adding the following ending paragraph to SECTION 5 DISTRIBUTION OF FIRE HYDRANTS and deleting TABLE NO. A-III-B-1 NUMBER AND DISTRIBUTION OF FIRE HYDRANTS and substituting the following: SECTION 5 - DISTRIBUTION OF FIRE HYDRANTS. Where new water mains are extended along streets where hydrants are not needed for protection of structures or similar fire problems, fire hydrants shall be provided at spacing'not to exceed 1,000 feet (304 800 mm) to provide · for transportation hazards. Where such streets are 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 46 provided with median dividers which can not be crossed by firefighters pulling hose lines, or arterial streets are provided with four or more traffic lances and having a ~traffic count of more than 30,000 vehicles per day, hydrant spacing shall not exceed 1,000 feet (304 800 mm) on each side of the street and be arranged on an alternate basis. 10 11 12 13 '14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 47 TABLE NO. A-III-B-1 Distribution of Fire Hydrants AND 300 feet (91 440 mm). RESIDENTIAL OTHER THAN DETACHED ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS2 DETACHED ONE- AND TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS 300 feet (91 440 mm) 150 feet (45 720 mm) 150 feet (45 720 mm)3 300 feet (91 440 mm)4 250 feet (76 200 mm)5'6 1. 5o 6. Where streets are provided with median dividers which can not be crossed by firefighters pulling hose lines, or arterial streets are provided with four or more traffic Lanes and having a traffic count of more than 30,000 vehicles per day, hydrant spacing shall average 300 feet (91 400 n~n) on each side of the street and be arranged on an alternate basis. Fire hydrants shall be a minimum of 40 feet (12 192 mm) from any building with the exception of detached one- and two-family dwellings. Exception: In one- and two-story Group R, Division 1 residential occupancies containing 15 or less dwelling units, 19 or less guest rooms, or congregate residences with an occupant load of 49 or less, and protected by an approved automatic fire sprinkler system, the distance from a hydrant to any point of the exterior of the structure may be increased to 300 feet (91 440 n~). In three story Group R, Division 1 residential occupancies containing 24 or less dwelling units, 29 or less guest rooms, or congregate residences with an occupant load of 64 or [ess, and protected by an approved auton~tic fire sprinkler system, the distance from a hydrant to any point of the exterior of the structure may be increased to 300 feet (91 440 mm). In subdivisions when att homes and attached garages are protected with automatic fire sprinkler systems, the spacing may be increased to 600 feet (182 880 n~n). Exception: In detached one- and two-family dwellings, the maximum distance shat[ be measured from a hydrant to any point on the street or road frontage. In detached one-and two-family dwellings protected with an approved automatic fire sprinkler system, the distance may be increased to 300 feet (91 440 n~n). 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 ordinance No. 1159 Page 48 TABLE NO. A-III-B-2 REQUIRED NUMBER OF FIRE HYDRANTS 2~000 - 2~250 2,500 3 3,000 3 3,500 - 4,000 4 4,500 - 5,000 5 5,500 6 6,000 6 6,500 - 7,000 7,500 or more 7 8 or more1 1. One hydrant for 'each 1,000 gallons per minute (3785 L/mtn.) or fraction, thereof. FF. APPENDIX III-C TESTING AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER AND STANDPIPE SYSTEMS is hereby amended as follows: 1. Add the following opening statement: This standard is intended to be used in conjunction with Title 19 Subchapter 5 System Service/Maintenance Requirements. Whenever Title 19 Subchapter 5 duplicates or conflicts with this standard, the former shall take precedence. . Section 3.1. Class I Systems is hereby amended by adding the word "dry" to the beginning of the sentence in Sections 3.1.1, 3.1.2, and 3.1.3: Section 3.1.1 Air test. Dry Class I systems shall be air tested .... Section 3.1.2 Hydrostatic test. shall be filled .... Dry Class I systems Section 3.1.3 Flow test. D_Ly Class I systems shall be flow tested .... . Section 3.3 Class III Systems is hereby amended as follows' 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 122 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 49 Section 3.3 Class III Systems is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 3.3 Class III Systems and Systems Formerly Classified as "Wet Class I Systems." Section 3.3.1 Flow Test is, hereby amended to read as follows: Section 3.3.1 Flow test. Class III systems and systems formerly classified as "Wet Class I Systems" shall be flow tested .... Section 3.3.2 Pump test is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 3.3.2 Pump test. Fire pumps shall annually be tested .... Section 3.3.3 Outlets is hereby amended by deleting the last sentence and substituting the following: Section 3.3.3 outlets. Approved pressure regulating or reducing devices shall be flow tested and calibration shall be verified for required pressures and flows. · APPENDIX III-C TESTING AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER AND STAi~DPIPE' SYSTEMS is hereby amended by adding a new Section 4 as follows: SECTION 4-PRIVATE HYDRANT SYSTEMS Section 4.1 Inspection and Testing. Private hydrant systems shall be inspected and serviced annually, and the owner shall correct any deficiencies immediately. Hydrants shall be flushed and the system shall be flow tested to insure that the required water supply is available. All valves shall .be tested and operated. All gaskets-and caps shall ~be inspected and hydrant paint shall be maintained in good condition. Hydrant blue-reflective street markers and protective barriers shall be installed and maintained in good order. APPENDIX V NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED STANDARDS OF GOOD PRACTICE is hereby deleted and the following is substituted: 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 50 APPENDIX V ADOPTED STANDARDS 1. ADOPTION BY REFERENCE (a) NFPA Standards. The NFPA Standards as listed in this section by name and edition, and as published by the National Fire Protection Association, save and except such portions as are hereinafter added, deleted, modified or amended, are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set forth at length herein; and the provisions thereby shall be controlling within the limits of the incorporated area of the City' One copy of each adopted Standard is on file at the Orange County Fire Authority, Fire Prevention Division headquarters. I · NFPA llA Standard for Medium- and High-Expansion Foam Systems., 1994 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). · NFPA 12 Standard on Carbon DioXide Extinguishing Systems, 1994 .Edition, as amended in subsection (b). · NFPA 12A Standard on Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems, 1992 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). · NFPA 12B Standard on Halon 1211 Fire Extinguishing Systems, 1990 Edition, as amended by subsection (b). · NFPA 13 -Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 1994 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 2. · NFPA 13D Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One-and Two-Family Dwellings and Mobile Homes, 1994 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 3. · NFPA 13R Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems 'in Residential Occupancies up to Four Stories in Height, 1994 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 4. · NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems, 1993 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 5. · NFPA 15 Standard for Water Spray Fixed System, 1990 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 51 10. NFPA 16 Standard on Deluge Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray System, 1991 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). 11. NFPA 16A Recommended Practice for the Installation of Closed-Head Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems, 1994 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 6. 12. NFPA 17 Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems, 1990 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). 13. NFPA 17A Standard on Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems, 1990 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) . 14. NFPA 20 Standard for the Installation of Centrifugal Fire Pumps, 1993 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). 15. NFPA 24 Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances, 1992 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). 16. NFPA 37 Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines, 1994 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 8. 17. NFPA 50 Standard for Bulk Oxygen Systems at Consumer Sites, 1990 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 9. 1~. NFPA 231 Standard for General Storage, 1990 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 10. 19. NFPA 231C Standard for Rack Storage of Materials, 1991 Edition, as amended in subsection (b) and Section 11. 20. NFPA 2001 Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems, 1994 Edition, as amended in subsection (b). (b) General Amendments. The amendments listed below apply to all of the NFPA Standards adopted in subsection (a) above. i · NFPA Purpose. These NFPA Standards are adopted for the purpose of establishing design, installation, testing and maintenance criteria for the subjects covered therein. This purpose takes priority over the purpose as stated in the NFPA Standards. - 1 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 52 · · · · NFPA Explanatory Material. Explanatory material included in the form of fine print notes, in footnotes or in an appendix of the NFPA Standards are for informational purposes and are not adopted. NFPA Alternative Material. and Methods. The provisions of Section 103.1.2 of the Uniform Fire Code, as adopted in this Municipal Code, shall be applied to all requests to use alternative material and methods to meet the requirements of this standard. NFPA Definitions. The following definitions shall be applied to the NFPA Standards and take priority over any similar definitions: ao "Authority Having Jurisdiction" is the official responsible for the enforcement of the NFPA Standard.. Be "Approved" shall be defined as specified in Section 202-A of the adopted Uniform Fire Code. C· "Labeled" and "Listed" shall be defined as specified in Section 213-L of the adopted Uniform Fire Code. NFPA Referenced Publications. The publications referenced in the text, the referenced publication chapter and reference publication appendix of the NFPA Standards are hereby deleted and whenever a publication is referenced, it shall mean the following as appropriate: ae The NFPA Standards as adopted in Appendix V or Section 9003 of the adopted Uniform Fire Code. Be The applicable article of the adopted Uniform Fire Code. Co The applicable local ordinance such as the adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, or the Electrical Code. D~ Whenever none of the documents listed above apply, nationally recognized standards or nationally recognized engineering practices as approved by 'the chief shall apply. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 53 · Conflicts between NFPA and UFC or Other Adopted Codes or Standards. Whenever' an NFPA Standard contains a provision which duplicates or conflicts with a requirement of the Uniform Fire Code, Uniform Fire Code Standards, applicable state regulations, or other codes and standards as adopted by local ordinance, the provisions of the latter will take precedence. · NFPA Appendices. Ail NFPA appendices are for informational purposes and are not adopted. NFPA 13 AMENDED (as adopted in the UBC Standard 9-1) In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b) and UBC Standard 9-1, NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 1994 Edition, is further amended as follows: Subsection 1-6.1.1 Buildings of Undetermined Use is added as follows: 1-6.1.1 Buildings of Undetermined Use. When fire sprinkler systems are required in buildings of undetermined use, they shall be designed and installed to have a sprinkler density of not less than that required for an Ordinary Hazard Group 2 use, with a minimum design area of 3,000 square feet (279 m2). Use is considered undetermined if not specified at the time the permit is issued. Where a subsequent occupancy requires a system with greater capability, it shall be the responsibility of the occupant to upgrade the system to the required density for the new occupancy. Section 2-1 General is amended by deleting Exception No. 2 of Subsection 2-1.1 and substituting the following. 2-1.1 Exception No. 2: Components that do not affect system operations such as drain valves and signs need not be listed. Subsection 4-6.1.1 Valves Controlling Sprinkler Systems is amended by deleting Subsection 4-6.1.1.4 and substituting with the following: 4-6.1.14 Control valves shall be installed and positioned so that they are operable from the floor below. The center line of the valve shall be no more than 7 feet (2134 mm) above finished floor. 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 54 · NFPA 13D AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b), NFPA 13D Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Mobile Homes, 1994 Edition, is further amended as follows: (a) Section 3-1.1 Valves and Drains is amended by deleting Exception No. 1 and Exception No. 2 without substitution. (b) Section 3-2 Pressure Gages is deleted and the fOllowing substituted: 3-2 Pressure Gage· At least one water pressure gage shall be installed on the riser assembly. (c) Section 3-3 Piping is amended as follows: Table 3-3.1. Welded and seamless steel pipe, wrought-iron pipe, and electric-resistance welded steel pipe are deleted. Table 3-3.5. Ail listings under cast iron, malleable'iron, and steel are deleted. (d) Section 3-6 Alarms is amended by adding the following ending paragraph and deleting the exception without substitution: 3-6 Alarms. The alarm indicating device shall be listed for outside service and audible from the street that the house is addressed on. Alarms shall be of sufficient intensity to be clearly audible in all rooms with intervening doors closed. See A-3-6 of this Standard. (e) Section 4-6 Location of Sprinklers is amended by deleting the exceptions and substituting the following three exceptions and final paragraph: Exception No. 1: Sprinklers are not required in bathrooms not exceeding 55 square feet (5.1 m2) . Exception No. 2: Sprinklers are not required in small clothes closets, linen closets and pantries where the least dimension does not exceed 3 feet (914 mm), the area does not exceed 24 square feet (2.2 m2), 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 55 · and the walls and ceilings are surfaced with noncombustible or fire-resistive material as defined in the adopted Uniform Building Code. Exception No. 3: Sprinklers may be omitted' from open attached porches, carports and similar open attached structures. Attached garages shall be protected with listed quick- response sprinklers spaced to protect a maximum area of 130 square feet (12.1 m2). These heads are not required to be calculated as part of the system if the lines are- supplied by the largest piping in the system. Ail attics shall be protected with intermediate temperature quick-response heads which shall be located to protect attic penetrations created by access scuttles or mechanical equipment. Crawl spaces that are intended for use as a living or storage area or that exceed a maximum height dimension of 5 feet (1524 mm) shall be protected with intermediate temperature quick-response heads. NFPA 13R AMENDED (as adopted in UBC Standard 9-3) In addition to the'amendments, additions and deletions of Section. 2. (b) and UBC Standard 9-3, NFPA 13R Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to Four Stories in Height, 1994 Edition, is further amended as follows: Section 2-4.5.6 is amended to read as follows: Section 2-4.5.6 Standard or quick response sprinklers may be used in areas outside dwelling units. Section 2-6 Location of sprinklers Exception No. 4 is deleted and substituted with the following: Exception No. 4: Sprinklers may be omitted from penthouse equipment rooms, crawl spaces, floor/ceiling spaces, elevator shafts, and other concealed spaces that are not used or intended for living purposes or storage. Sprinklers may also be omitted from attics which are not located over dwelling units. When attics are separated by unit, each unit's attic space may be protected per the Orange County Fire Authority Guidelines for Detached One and Two Family Dwellings. All other attics shall be protected per NFPA 13, 1994 Edition. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 56 . . . NFPA 14 AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b), NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems, 1993 Edition, is further' amended as follows: (a) Section 2-9 Fire Department Connections is amended as follows: 2-9.2 Each fire department connection shall have at least two 2% inch (63.5-mm) internal threaded swivel fittings, plus additional inlets as required by the chief to support the demand of the system, having NH standard threads .... (b) Section 5-7 Minimum Pressure for System Design and Sizing of Pipe is amended by deleting subsection.(b) and the word at the end of the first paragraph and the letter at the beginning of the second paragraph, and by replacing the number at the end of the second sentence in the second paragraph with 150 psi (10.4 bars). NFPA 16A AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b), NFPA' 16A Recommended Practice for the Installation of Closed-Head Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems, 1988 Edition, is further amended as follows: Section 1-1 scope is amended by adding a beginning paragraph as follows: Whenever in this standard the wOrd "recommended" is used, it means "required," and whenever in this standard the word "should" is used, it means "shall." NFPA 24 AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2 (b), NFPA 24 Standard for Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances, 1992 Edition, is further amended as fOllows: (a) Section 1-5 Installation Work is hereby deleted and substituted with the following: 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 57 Section 1-5 Installation Work Installation work shall be done by fully experienced and responsible contractors licensed in the state to do this work. Work shall not begin until plans are approved and appropriate permits secured. (b) Section 2-2 Public Water Systems is hereby amended by deleting Section 2-2.6 and substituting with the following: Section 2-2.6 Connections' larger than 2 inches to public water systems shall be controlled by a post indicator valve of an approved type. Where the water authority has regulations regarding the connection of private fire service mains, they shall apply. Where the water authority requires backflow protection the following methods or assemblies are acceptable: · An above ground assembly approved by the water authority, painted OSHA safety red, and with the valves locked in the open position. Valves controlling more than 100 sPrinkler heads shall be monitored to an approved location. · A below ground assembly approved by the water authority and located in an approved vault. The last valve on the assembly shall be controlled by an approved post indicator device (see Figure A-2.6). The post indicator device shall be painted OSHA safety red, .be locked in the open position and if controlling more than 100 sprinkler heads monitored to an approved location. · The location of control devices shall be approved by the chief and the water authority. (c) Section 2-6 Fire Department Connections is hereby amended by adding the following to the end of Section 2-6.2 and Section 2-6.6: Section 2-6.2 ...and shall be protected from mechanical injury. 5 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ~7 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 58 Section 2-6.6 The location shall be approved and be no more than 150 feet from a public hydrant. The size of piping and the number of inlets shall be approved by the chief. If acceptable to the water authority, it may be installed on the backflow assembly. Fire department inlet connections shall be painted OSHA safety red. (d) Section. 3-3 Post Indicator Valves is hereby amended by adding the following beginning sentence to Section 3-3.1: Section 3-3.1 Every system shall have a separate connection from the private fire main. (e) Section 3-4 Valves in Pits is hereby amended by adding the following to Section 3-4.1: Section 3-4.1 Where it is impractical to' PrOvide a post indicator valve, valves shall be permitted to be placed in valve rooms accessible from exterior, on exterior risers or on interior risers with indicating posts arranged for outside operations, or in pits with permission of the authority having jurisdiction. (f) Section 3-5 Sectional Valves is hereby amended by adding the words "post indicator type" in front of the words "Sectional controlling valves" on line 2 of Section 3- 5.1. (g) Section 7-2 Coa'ting and Lining of Pipe. Ail ferrous metal pipe shall be lined, and shall be coated and wrapped, with joints coated and wrapped after assembly. All ferrous pipe and fittings shall be protected with a loose 8- mill polyethylene tube. The ends of the tube shall be sealed with 2 inch wide tape approved for underground use. Galvanizing does not meet the requirements of this section. (h) Section 8-5 Pipe Joint Assembly is hereby amended by adding the words "assembly and prior to poly-tube" before the last word "installation,, in the paragraph in Section 8- 5.2. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance NO. 1159 Page 59 · (i) Section 8-9 Testing Underground Systems is hereby amended by adding a beginning sentence . to Section 8-9.2 as follows: Section 8-9.2 The trench shall be excavated for thrust blocks and inspected prior to pour. Care shall be taken when forming and pouring thrust blocks that fittings and joints are not buried in concrete. NFPA 37 AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b), NFPA 37 Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines, 1990 Edition, is further amended as follows: (a) Section 2-1.1.2.2 General Locations is amended by deleting the last paragraph without substitution. (b) Section 2-1.1.2.3 General Locations is amended by deleting the last sentence without substitution. (c) New Section 2-1.1.2.4 General Locations is .added as follows: 2-1.1.2.4 Doors, windows and louvered openings shall be located on exterior walls only. When such openings are located below openings in another story or less than 10 feet (3048 mm) from doors, windows or louvered openings of the same building, they shall be protected by a fire assembly having a 3/4 hour rating. Such fire assemblies shall be fixed, automatic or self-closing. Combustion engines and gas turbines used' for emergency power shall not be located in a room or area used for any other purpose. NFPA 50 AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b), NFPA 50 Standard for Bulk Oxygen Systems at Consumer Sites, 1990 Edition, is further amended as specified in the Uniform Fire Code Standard 74-1 Part I. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 60 10 . NFPA 231 AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b), NFPA 231 Standard for General Storage, 1990 Edition, is further amended as specified in the adopted Uniform Fire Code Standard 81-1 Part I. 11. NFPA 231C AMENDED In addition to the amendments, additions and deletions of Section 2. (b), NFPA 231C Standard for Rack Storage of Materials, 1991 Edition, is further amended as specified in the adopted Uniform Fire Code Standard 81-2 Part I. HH. APPENDIX VI-A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS CLASSIFICATION is hereby amended by adding the following beginning paragraph to SECTION 1-SCOPE: If confusion or conflict occurs with chemical classification, final determination shall be in accordance with the Orange County Fire Authority's chemical classification database. II. APPENDIX VI-E .REQUIRED SEPARATION DISTANCES FOR EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS is hereby amended as follows: (a) A beginning paragraph is added as follows: Whenever the word "recommended" is used in Appendix VI-E, it means "required." (b) The first sentence of the first paragraph as printed in Appendix VI-E (UFC 1994 Edition) is deleted and the following substituted: The following 'information is adopted for use in applying Article 77. If any seCtion, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held -to be invalid or unenforceable by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each remaining provision thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions is declared invalid or unenforceable. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Ordinance No. 1159 Page 61 19 20 PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City 'Council of the city of Tustin held on the day of , 1995. JIM POTTS Mayor PAMELA STOKER City Clerk STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF ORANGE ) CITY OF TUSTIN ) SS CERTIFICATION FOR ORDINANCE NO.-1159 meeting of the City Council held on the 1 the following vote: 2 COUNCILMEMBER AYES: 3 COUNCILMEMBER NOES: COUNCILMEMBER ABSTAINED: 24 COUNCILMEMBER ABSENT: 25 26 27 Pamela Stoker, City Clerk 28 PAMELA STOKER, City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the city of Tustin, California, does hereby certify that the whole number of the members of the City Council of the City of Tustin is 5; 'that the above and foregoing Ordinance No. 1159 was duly and regularly introduced, passed and adopted at a regular day of ~.., 1995, by ordi nanc \ 1159. RB: km: j ks