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First Revision No. 2-NFPA 241-2016 [ New Section after 1.1 ] 1.3.5 * The authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) shall be permitted to accept partial requirements of this standard. Supplemental Information File Name Description Add_new_annex_note.docx Annex Note A1.3.5 for FR#2 Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Allan Fraser Organization: National Fire Protection Assoc Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Thu Mar 03 08:41:45 EST 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The committee agrees with the concept but changed some wording for consistent style and structure and moved the insertion. Response Message: Public Input No. 31-NFPA 241-2015 [New Section after 1.1] National Fire Protection Association Report http://submittals.nfpa.org/TerraViewWeb/ContentFetcher?commentPara... 1 of 31 4/26/2016 9:35 AM

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First Revision No. 2-NFPA 241-2016 [ New Section after 1.1 ]

1.3.5*

The authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) shall be permitted to accept partial requirements of this standard.

Supplemental Information

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Add_new_annex_note.docx Annex Note A1.3.5 for FR#2

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Allan Fraser

Organization: National Fire Protection Assoc

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Submittal Date: Thu Mar 03 08:41:45 EST 2016

Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

The committee agrees with the concept but changed some wording for consistent style andstructure and moved the insertion.

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Add new annex note: A.1.3.5 Not all sections of this standard are intended to apply to every construction or alteration project. For example it may not be reasonable to expect a complete Fire Safety Program, including an on-site fire brigade or a pre-fire plan with the local fire department for a minor project, such as adding a light fixture. However, some sections would be applicable to all projects, such as a first aid kit (7.7.6) or good housekeeping (7.1.2-1). This proposed exception allows the AHJ to make the determination on the applicability of the provisions of this standard.  

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First Revision No. 27-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 2.2 ]

2.2 NFPA Publications.

National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471.

NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2013 2017 edition.

NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2013 2016 edition.

NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems, 2013 2016 edition.

NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, 2012 2018 edition.

NFPA 31, Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment, 2011 2016 edition.

NFPA 51, Standard for the Design and Installation of Oxygen–Fuel Gas Systems for Welding, Cutting, andAllied Processes, 2013 2018 edition.

NFPA 51B, Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work, 2009 2014 edition.

NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code, 2012 2015 edition.

NFPA 56, Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable GasPiping Systems, 2017 edition.

NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2011 2017 edition.

NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code®, 2011 2017 edition.

NFPA 70E®, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace®, 2012 2018 edition.

NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives, 2013 2016 edition.

NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®, 2012 2018 edition.

NFPA 130, Standard for Fixed Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail Systems, 2010 2017 edition.

NFPA 211, Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel–Burning Appliances, 2013 2016edition.

NFPA 495, Explosive Materials Code, 2013 2018 edition.

NFPA 701, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films, 2010 2015edition.

NFPA 704, Standard System for the Identification of the Hazards of Materials for Emergency Response,2012 2017 edition.

NFPA 1963, Standard for Fire Hose Connections, 2009 2014 edition.

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Committee Statement: Added reference to support new requirement in 6.2

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First Revision No. 28-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 2.4 ]

2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections.

NFPA 51B, Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work, 2009 2014 edition.

NFPA 600, Standard on Facility Fire Brigades, 2015 edition.

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Committee Statement: Update existing reference and add two new references.

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First Revision No. 24-NFPA 241-2016 [ New Section after 3.3 ]

3.3.1 Facility Fire Brigade.

An organized group of employees at a facility who are knowledgeable, trained, and skilled in at leastbasic fire-fighting operations, and whose full-time occupation might or might not be the provision of firesuppression and related activities for their employer. [ 600, 2015]

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Committee Statement: Adding the definition supports the term in 7.1.2

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First Revision No. 3-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 5.2.5 ]

5.2.5

Temporary heating equipment shall be placed and used in such a manner situated so that it is securedagainst overturning or displacement .

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Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

The committee agrees with the concept that the new wording more directly addresses the twoprincipal concerns of such heating equipment whether at rest or in use, however it removed thelast six words of the public input as being unnecessary.

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First Revision No. 4-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 5.5.2.3 ]

5.5.2.3

Means shall be provided to contain and dispose of leakage and spills promptly and safely.

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Committee Statement: This change will help ensure the spill or leak is contained first and then disposed.

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First Revision No. 5-NFPA 241-2016 [ New Section after 6.1.1.3 ]

6.1.1.4

During construction or demolition activities, all temporary and permanent service equipmentdisconnecting means shall be readily accessible to emergency service personnel and shall be labeledas to which equipment is controlled by such disconnects.

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Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

Neither NFPA 70, nor the current language in NFPA 241 addresses the accessibility or labeling ofservice disconnecting means during construction or demolition activities. During construction ordemolition activities, the ability for emergency responders to quickly identify and disconnect power toa building is critical life safety, property preservation and firefighter safety. The NFPA 70 panel haspreviously indicated that issues such as accessibility for FD access are beyond the scope of NFPA70. Therefore, the issue rests with the NFPA 241 TC.

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First Revision No. 25-NFPA 241-2016 [ New Section after 6.1.3.5 ]

6.2 Fuel Gas.

6.2.1

Fuel gas piping shall be properly cleaned and purged prior to it being commissioned or decommissionedin accordance with NFPA 56 .

6.2.2

Fuel gas shall not be utilized for the cleaning of piping under any circumstance.

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CommitteeStatement:

Added to provide guidance to help prevent explosions when commissioning ordecommissioning fuel gas piping systems

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First Revision No. 6-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 6.1.3.6 ]

6.1.3.6

Temporary wiring and lights shall be removed immediately upon the completion of the construction orpurpose for which the wiring was and lights were installed.

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CommitteeStatement:

Lighting should be included with the removal (of wiring) process to, aid in assuring that livecircuits are not left behind.

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First Revision No. 23-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 7.1.2 ]

7.1.2

All of the following items shall be addressed in the fire safety program:

(1) Good housekeeping

(2) On-site security

(3) Fire protection systems, as follows:

(a) For construction operations, installation of new fire protection systems as constructionprogresses

(b) For demolition operations, preservation of existing fire protection systems during demolition

(4) Organization and training of an on-site fire brigade, where applicable

(5) Development of a prefire plan with the local fire department

(6) Rapid communication

(7) Consideration of special hazards resulting from previous occupancies

(8) Protection of existing structures and equipment from exposure fires resulting from construction,alteration, and demolition operations

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Fire brigades may not be appropriate in all situations and their need should be determinedby the AHJ

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First Revision No. 7-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 7.2.5.1 ]

7.2.5.1*

Guard service shall be provided where required by the authority having jurisdiction. Where required,buildings with combustible construction exposed during construction more than 40 ft (12.19 m) abovegrade plane shall be provided with guard service when there are no crews on-site.

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Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

The committee agrees with the concept but has modified the wording. This proposal will address agap in this standard that has arisen to changes in building codes allowing combustible constructionas high as 7 stories. These buildings pose a threat to adjacent properties and buildings on the samelot during construction that needs to be addressed in this standard. The committee is also forming atask group to look more closely at the language to see if additional changes in language are neededand report back at the public comment stage.

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First Revision No. 8-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 7.7.4 ]

7.7.4

At least one approved fire extinguisher also shall be provided in plain sight on each floor at each usablestairway as soon as significant combustible material accumulates is present .

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CommitteeStatement:

The committee agrees with the concept but added the word "significant" to clarify that this is notintended to mean that just a discarded coffee cup would trigger this requirement

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First Revision No. 29-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 7.8 ]

7.8 Means of Egress.

The means of egress shall be provided in accordance with 4.6.11 4.6.10 of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code .

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Committee Statement: Correct cross reference

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First Revision No. 9-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 8.3.1 ]

8.3.1*

Temporary storage of equipment to be installed, or excessive combustible construction materials, orcombustible or packing materials, shall not be permitted in unprotected structures under construction oralteration unless authorized by the authority having jurisdiction.

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Add_new_annex_note_A8.3.1.docx New annex note A8.3.1

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Submitter Full Name: Allan Fraser

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Submittal Date: Thu Mar 03 09:28:36 EST 2016

Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

The committee agrees with the concept, but modified the language and added an annex note forclarity. Combustible construction materials, such as wood framing members, are usually staged onthe floor under construction during construction. As currently written, this requirement makes it verydifficult to follow normal framing procedures.

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Add new annex note:  

A8.3.1 Some combustible construction materials, such as wood framing members, are usually staged on 

the floor under construction during construction. As currently written, this requirement makes it very 

difficult to follow normal framing procedures. Reasonable amounts of combustible construction 

materials are allowed in the area where they are being installed. 

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First Revision No. 10-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 8.3.2 ]

8.3.2*

Storage shall not be permitted in protected structures until protection is in service. In structures requiredto be protected, combustible storage shall not be permitted until an approved level of protection isprovided.

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Submittal Date: Thu Mar 03 09:34:07 EST 2016

Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

This clarifies that combustible storage is required to be provided with protection in buildings underconstruction. It also requires the AHJ to approve the type and level of protection provided. Thisalso addresses partial protection provided by staging fire sprinklers during construction.

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First Revision No. 11-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 8.6.1.2 ]

8.6.1.2

Fire doors with approved closing devices and hardware shall be installed as soon as is practicable andpreferably before combustible material is introduced practical .

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Committee Statement: The committee changed "is practicable" to simply "practical" for clarity

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First Revision No. 12-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 8.6.2 ]

8.6.2 Temporary Separation Walls.

8.6.2.1

Protection shall be provided to separate an occupied portion of the structure from a portion of the structureundergoing alteration, construction, or demolition operations when such operations are considered ashaving a higher level of hazard than the occupied portion of the building.

8.6.2.1.1

Walls shall have at least a 1-hour fire resistance rating.

8.6.2.1.2

Opening protectives shall have at least a 45-minute fire protection rating.

8.6.2.2*

Nonrated walls Walls in 8.6.2.1.1 and opening protectives in 8.6.2.1.2 shall be permitted to benonrated when an approved automatic sprinkler system is installed and operational .

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Submittal Date: Thu Mar 03 09:38:54 EST 2016

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The committee agrees with the concept but added the words "and operational" to the end ofthe last sentence to assure that active protection is indeed present

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First Revision No. 13-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 8.7.2.1 ]

8.7.2.1*

A water supply for fire protection, either temporary or permanent, shall be made available as soon assignificant combustible material accumulates is present .

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As written, the use of the word “accumulates” implies it is protecting against rubbish. This isintended to include all combustible construction materials that may be present. Usually constructionmaterials aren't considered to "accumulate." The committee agrees with the concept but added theword "significant" for additional clarity.

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First Revision No. 1-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 8.7.3.4 ]

8.7.3.4

The provision of 8.7.3.3 shall not prohibit occupancy of the lower completed floors of a building, evenwhere the upper other floors are in various stages of construction or protection, provided that both of thefollowing conditions are satisfied:

(1) The sprinkler protection of the lower occupied floors has been completed and tested in accordancewith 8.7.3.3.

(2) The sprinkler protection of the upper floors remaining under construction is supplied by entirelyseparate systems and separate control valves so that the absence or incompleteness of protection inno way impairs the sprinkler protection of the occupied lower floors.

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The section assumes floors will be occupied sequentially from bottom to top. In reality, there aremany instances where where a tenant fit out of a lower floor will lag behind construction on upperfloors. This change will allow finished floors above construction to be occupied based on thesprinkler requirements.

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First Revision No. 14-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 8.7.4.2.5 ]

8.7.4.2.5

Valves Hose valves shall be kept closed at all times and guarded against mechanical injury.

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We do not want control valves closed. This section applies to the hose valves and shouldbe specific to those.

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First Revision No. 15-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 9.3.2.3 ]

9.3.2.3

Small torches shall be used to heat the underside of the membrane at a safe distance from theseareas openings, penetrations, and flashing before securement.

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CommitteeStatement:

This first revision clarifies the provision. Adding “safe” provides guidance to the installer tokeep the risk of fire from openings, penetrations and flashing.

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First Revision No. 16-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 9.3.4.2 ]

9.3.4.2*

Torch-applied roofing shall be exempt from the requirement in requirements of 5.4.2 , commonly referredto as the “35-foot rule,” of NFPA 51B, Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and OtherHot Work , that combustibles shall be kept 11 m (35 ft) from hot work, commonly referred to as the “35Foot Rule.” .

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First Revision No. 17-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 9.3.8.6.2 ]

9.3.8.6.2

The If frost buildup occurs on fuel gas cylinders and the rate of vapor withdrawal is no longer adequate foroperating conditions, the hose shall be disconnected and a cylinder with greater propane volume shall beused.

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First Revision No. 18-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 9.5.5 ]

9.5.5

Where in the opinion of the authority having jurisdiction there is danger of physical damage to the fuelcontainers, protection shall be provided. Fuel containers shall be protected against physical damage asapproved.

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It is not necessary to include wording dealing with the opinion of the authority having jurisdiction.This requires protection from physical damage and that it be approved, which is defined as"approved by the AHJ."

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First Revision No. 19-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 10.5 ]

10.5* Demolition Using Explosives.

Demolition of buildings by use of explosives shall be performed by a qualified agency followingapproved procedures.

10.5.1

If explosives are used in demolition work (implosion), hose lines [at least two of 38 mm (1.5 in.) diameteror one 64 mm (2.5 in.) diameter] shall be provided in the immediate vicinity of the demolition site duringthe actual detonation.

10.5.2

The required hose lines shall be of sufficient length to be capable of extinguishing any small fireanywhere on the demolition site after detonation.

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The text now requires a “qualified agency” to conduct the explosives demolition. NFPA 241 defines“qualified agency” as “Any individual, firm, corporation, or company that, either in person or througha representative, is regularly engaged in such work, is trained and familiar with all precautionsrequired, and has complied with all the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction.” This coversqualifications and experience. It also, requires that the procedures be “approved” by the AHJ. Thereis also a change to the annex A10.5 attached

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A.10.5 If buildings are demolished by explosives, work should be performed only by experienced personnel following procedures approved by the authority having jurisdiction.explosives are used in demolition work (implosion), hose lines should be available on site. The number and position of hose lines should be determined by the AHJ. The hose lines should be of sufficient length and number to be capable of extinguishing any small fire anywhere on the demolition site after detonation.  

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First Revision No. 20-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 10.8.5 ]

10.8.5* Fire Extinguishing Equipment Protection .

Fire extinguishing equipment Approved fire protection shall be available subject to the authority havingjurisdiction provided .

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This FR is related to the annex(see attached). The number and position of hose lines should bedetermined by the AHJ. This revision clarifies that fire protection is required as approved. The term"approved" is defined to be as by the AHJ. Fire protection is a more general term that could includea fire watch, or other means. The revisions to the annex clarify that hose lines supplied by hydrantsor riser adapters are preferred.

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A.10.8.5 During demolition operations, a means of fire protection shall be provided. This is best provided by charged hose lines supplied by hydrants or sprinkler-riser adapters should be available.  

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First Revision No. 21-NFPA 241-2016 [ Section No. 11.1.5 ]

11.1.5 Means of Egress.

Means of egress for existing, operating, underground structures shall be in accordance with the adoptedbuilding codes or NFPA 101, Life Safety Code .

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This will direct the user to the locally adopted building codes, whichever it may be or NFPA101.

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First Revision No. 26-NFPA 241-2016 [ New Section after 11.7 ]

11.8 Standpipe Installations in Tunnels Under Construction.

Where required by the authority having jurisdiction, a Class I or III standpipe system, either temporary orpermanent, shall be installed and tested in tunnels under construction in accordance with 11.8.1through 11.8.6 and NFPA 14 and NFPA 25 .

11.8.1

A standpipe system shall be installed before the tunnel has exceeded a length of 61 m (200 ft) beyondany access shaft or portal.

11.8.1.1

The standpipe system shall be extended as work progresses so that a hose valve connection isavailable within 61 m (200 ft) of the most remote portion of the tunnel or tunnel heading.

11.8.2

Standpipe and hose valves shall be securely supported and the system shall be securely capped at theend.

11.8.3

Threaded connections for hose vales and fire department connections shall be of the size and typerequired by the responding fire department.

11.8.4

Standpipe hose valves shall be spaced at not greater than 61 m (200 ft) intervals, and be positioned inthe tunnel and kept clear to ensure ready access from the walking surface.

11.8.5

Standpipe system water supply and fire department connection(s) shall be provided at a location(s)adjacent to the tunnel construction access point and shall be readily accessible to fire departmentapparatus.

11.8.6

Temporary standpipe systems shall remain in service until the permanent standpipe system is complete.

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This language is being partially extracted from NFPA 502 at the request of the Chair of theTechnical Committee on Road Tunnel and Highway Fire Protection with the intent that it will beremoved from NFPA 502 and replaced by a reference to this language in NFPA 241 in the nextcycle.

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First Revision No. 22-NFPA 241-2016 [ Chapter B ]

Annex B Informational References

B.1 Referenced Publications.

The following documents or portions thereof listed in this annex are referenced within the informationalsections of this standard and are not part of the requirements of this document unless also listed inChapter 2 for other reasons.

B.1.1 NFPA Publications.

National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471.

NFPA 1, Fire Code, 2012 2018 edition.

NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2013 2016 edition.

NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems,2011 2014 edition.

NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, 2012 2018 edition.

NFPA 37, Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines,2010 2018 edition.

NFPA 51B, Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work, 2009 2014 edition.

NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code®, 2011 2017 edition.

NFPA 72®, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, 2013 2016 edition.

NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®, 2012 2018 edition.

NFPA 120, Standard for Fire Prevention and Control in Coal Mines, 2010 2015 edition.

NFPA 122, Standard for Fire Prevention and Control in Metal/Nonmetal Mining and Metal MineralProcessing Facilities, 2010 2015 edition.

NFPA 170, Standard for Fire Safety and Emergency Symbols, 2012 2018 edition.

NFPA 326, Standard for the Safeguarding of Tanks and Containers for Entry, Cleaning, or Repair,2010 2015 edition.

NFPA 601, Standard for Security Services in Fire Loss Prevention, 2010 2015 edition.

NFPA 5000®, Building Construction and Safety Code®, 2012 2018 edition.

Fire Protection Handbook, 20th edition, 2008.

B.1.2 Other Publications.

B.1.2.1 ACGIH Publications.

American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, 1330 Kemper Meadow Drive, Cincinnati, OH45240-1634.

2011 Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices, 2015 .

B.1.2.2 ASSE Publications.

American Society of Safety Engineers, 1800 East Oakton Street, Des Plaines, IL 60018 520 N.Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068 .

ANSI/ASSE A10.16, Safety Requirements for Tunnels, Shafts, and Caissons, 1995 (r2001) 2009 .

B.1.2.3 FM Publications.

FM Global, 1301 Atwood Avenue 270 Central Avenue , P.O. Box 7500, Johnston, RI 02919-4923 .

FM Data Sheet 1-33, Safeguarding Torch-Applied Roof Installations, 1988 (Rev. 2000).

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B.1.2.4 UL Publications.

Underwriters Laboratories Inc., 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL 60062-2096.

UL 647, Standard for Unvented Kerosene-Fired Room Heaters and Portable Heaters, 1993, revised2010 .

ANSI/UL 1278, Standard for Moveable and Wall- or Ceiling-Hung Electric Room Heaters,2000, Revised2011 2014 .

B.1.2.5 U.S. Government Publications.

U.S. Government Printing Publishing Office, 732 North Capitol Street, NW, Washington, DC20402 20401-0001 .

Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1926, “Safety and Health Regulations for Construction,”Subpart S, “Tunnels and Shafts, Caissons, Cofferdams and Compressed Air.”

Title 30, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 57, “Safety and Health Standards — Underground Metal andNonmetal Mines.”

Title 30, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 75, “Mandatory Safety Standards — Underground CoalMines.”

B.2 Informational References. (Reserved)

B.3 References for Extracts in Informational Sections. (Reserved)

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