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Sec. B7-25. Fire protection systems for workstations.

Section 8001.17 of the Uniform Fire Code is added to read as follows:

8001.17. Fire Protection Systems for Workstations. When a building is protected by an automatic fire sprinkler system, sprinkler protection must be provided for all combustible workstations where hazardous materials are used, stored or dispensed. The sprinkler must be installed within each branch exhaust duct at the point of connection and within individual hoods/plenums. The sprinkler in the exhaust connection must be located not more than two feet (610 mm) from the point of connection to the plenum. The sprinkler and associated piping must be of a type listed for the specific environment, and be accessible for periodic inspection.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. When an approved pre-engineered fire extinguishing system is installed, activation must deactivate related processing equipment.

2. Process equipment operating at temperatures in excess of 932° F (500° C), and provided with automatic shutdown capabilities for hazardous materials.

3. Exhaust ducts ten inches (254 mm) or less in diameter.

(Ord. No. NS-1100.89, § 1, 10-22-02)

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