The NFPA 13 standard classifies occupancies by hazard level. It is important to note that this only applies for fire sprinkler systems, and is not a general classification. The general classification for occupancy groups is in the NYC Building Code. OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION Light Hazar...
Your client brought a high-risk fire hazard to a jurisdiction. Your responsibility, based on the local fire code, is to provide a reliable water supply. More than likely you will need to provide a static tank and water supply. I cannot help you unless you provide the building code governin...
requiresadditionalsprinkler protection below fixed obstructions (such as cable traysandlargeducts) exceeding4ftwidethat preventsprinkler-dischargefrom reachingthehazard.In accordance with NFPA 13,Section 8.5.5.3, sprinklers shall be located below the obstruction,not more than3in.from the outside edge of...
When it comes to the number of sprinklers required for the typical store, the rule is that they must provide a minimum density of water per square foot, depending on the type of occupancy and classification of the building. The National Fire Protection Association (NFP...