Here ya go Bob, Emphasis on EXCEPT in 2006 IBC 903.3.1.1. which refers to 903.3.1.1.1 as to what is "except". Number 4 is what you are referring to however "non combustible contents" is also a criteria.
2006 IBC 903.3.1.1 NFPA 13 sprinkler systems. Where the provisions of this code require that a building or portion thereof be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with this section, sprinklers shall be installed throughout in accordance with NFPA 13 EXCEPT as provided in Section 903.3.1.1.1 903.3.1.1.1 Exempt locations. Automatic sprinklers shall not be required in the following rooms or areas where such rooms or areas are protected with an approved automatic fire detection system, in accordance with Section 907.2, that will respond to visible or invisible particles of combustion. Sprinklers shall not be omitted from any room merely because it is damp, of fire-resistance-rated construction or contains electrical equipment. 1. Any room where the application of water, or flame and water, constitutes a serious life or fire hazard. 2. Any room or space where sprinklers are considered undesirable because of the nature of the contents, when approved by the fire code official. 3. Generator and transformer rooms separated from the remainder of the building by walls and floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies having a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours. 4. In rooms or areas that are of noncombustible construction with wholly noncombustible contents. Hope that helps, John Drucker -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Bob Knight Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 5:41 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Definition of Throughout I was just handed a situation where a H&W plans examiner is citing the term "throughout" to mean that sprinklers are required in a non-combustible attic space. His reasoning varies from the presence of HVAC, electrical, catwalks, etc... Can anyone provide me with a definition for the wording "throughout" as found in NFPA 13? Thanks, Bob Knight, CET (208) 318-3057 [email protected] www.firebyknight.com _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list http://lists.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum For Technical Assistance, send an email to: [email protected] To Unsubscribe, send an email to:[email protected] (Put the word unsubscribe in the subject field) _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list http://lists.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum For Technical Assistance, send an email to: [email protected] To Unsubscribe, send an email to:[email protected] (Put the word unsubscribe in the subject field)
