Chapter 1 - NEBRASKA STATE FIRE CODE

Chapter 1 - NEBRASKA STATE FIRE CODE

01. The following lists of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard codes is
adopted by reference in their entirety as they existed on the date these regulations became
effective, unless otherwise noted. The full text of these regulations is available for viewing
at the office of the State Fire Marshal, 246 S. 14th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68508 and at
the Nebraska Secretary of State. Rules and Regulations Division, 1201 N Street, Suite 120,
Lincoln, NE 68508
Numerical Listing of Adopted NFPA Codes

Fire Prevention Code (with NE Amendments 11-25-19) 1-2012 ed.

10-2010
Fire Extinguishers, Portable
ed.

11-2010
Foam, Low, Medium, and High Expansion
ed.

13-2010
Sprinkler Systems, installation of
ed.

13D-2010
Sprinkler Systems, Installation in One-and Two Family Dwellings
ed.

13R-2010
Sprinkler Systems, installation in Residential Occupancies
ed.

14-2010
Standpipe and Hose Systems
ed.

16-2011
Foam-Water Sprinkler and Spray Systems
ed.

17-2009
Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
ed.

17A-2019
Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems
ed.

20-2010
Fire Pumps, Stationary Installation
ed.

22-2008
Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection
ed.

24-2002
Private Fire Service Mains, Installation of
ed.

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25-2011
Water-based Fire Protection Systems Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
ed.

30-2012
Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code
ed.

30A-2012
Motor Fuel Dispensing Sites and Repair Garages
ed.

31-2011
Oil Burning Equipment, Installation of
ed.

33-2011
Spray Application Using Flammable & Combustible Materials
ed.

34-2011
Dipping and Coating, Using Flammable or Combustible Liquids
ed.

36-2009
Solvent Extraction Plants
ed.

37-2010
Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines, Stationary
ed.

45-2011
Laboratories Using Chemicals
ed.

52-2010
Vehicular Natural Gas Fuel Systems
ed.

54-2012
Fuel Gas Code, National
ed.

55-2010
Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids
ed.

58-2011
Liquefied Petroleum Gas
ed.

59- 2012
Utility LP Gas Plant
ed.

Agricultural and Rood Processing Facilities, Prevention of Fires and Dust 61-2008
Explosions ed.

69-2008
Explosion Prevention Systems
ed.

70-2011
Electrical Code, National
ed.

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72-2010
Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, National
ed.

73-2011
Electrical Inspections for Existing Dwellings
ed.

80-2010
Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives
ed.

82-2009
Incinerators, Waste and Linen Handling Systems
ed.

88A-2011
Parking Structures
ed.

90A-2012
Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems
ed.

96-2011
Commercial Cooking Operations, Ventilation and Fire Protection
ed.

99-2012
Health Care Facilities
ed.

101-2012
Life Safety Code (with NE Amendments 11-25-19)
ed.

101A-
Guide To Alternative Approaches to Life Safety
2010 ed.

105-2010
Smoke Door and other Opening Protections
ed.

110-2010
Emergency and Standby Power Systems
ed.

Power Systems Stored Electrical Energy, Emergency and Standby Power 111-2010
Systems ed.

160-2011
Flame Effects Before An Audience
ed.

211-2010
Chimneys, Fireplace, Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances
ed.

214-2011
Water, Cooling Towers
ed.

220-2012
Building Construction, Types of
ed.

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221-2012
Fire Walls and Fire Barrier Walls
ed.

241-2009
Safeguarding of Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations
ed.

326-2010
Tank Entry, Cleaning, or Repair
ed.

385-2012
Tank Vehicles for Flammable and Combustible
ed.

400-2010
Hazardous Materials
ed.

407-2011
Aircraft Fuel Servicing
ed.

409-2011
Aircraft Hangars
ed.

484-2012
Combustible Metals
ed.

495-2010
Explosive Materials
ed.

501A-
Manufactured Home Installations, Sites and Communities
2009 ed.

Fire and Dust Explosions from the Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of 654-2006
Combustible Particulate Solids ed.

664-2012
Wood Processing and Woodworking, Facilities Fire and Explosions
ed.

704-2012
Identification of the Hazards of Materials for Emergency Response
ed.

720-2012
Installation of Carbon Monoxide (COD) Detection and Warning Equipment
ed.

820-2012
Fire Protection in Waste-water Treatment and Collection Facilities
ed.

1123-2010
Fireworks Display
ed.

1124-2006
Fireworks, Manufacture, Transportation, and Storage
ed.

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1126-2011
Pyrotechnics Before a Proximate Audience
ed.

1194-2011
Recreational Vehicle Parks and Campgrounds
ed.

2001-2012
Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
ed.

Amended effective February 28, 2021

Neb. Rev. Stat. 81-502 (1996 Reissue)

Legal Citation:

Title 153, Ch. 1, Nebraska State Fire Marshal.

AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 153, CHAPTER 1 SEC. 057 (NFPA 101)

This amendment removes the requirement for existing elevators to meet a national standard that is not required by
the State Elevator Inspector.

12.2.5. 1.1Add new section:

12.2.5. 1.1Dead-end corridors shall not exceed 20 ft. ( 6.1m)

13.2.5. 1.1Add new section:

13.2.5. 1.1Dead-end corridors shall not exceed 20 ft. ( 6.1m)

This change adds a requirement to limit dead-end corridors in new and existing Assembly Occupancies. Dangerous
dead-end corridors are not addressed in the code, as written. This change is consistent with the 2003 edition of the
Code.

13.4.7.2 Change as shown:

13.4.7.2* Every special amusement building, other than buildings or structures not exceeding 10 ft (3 m) in height
and not exceeding 160 ft2 ( 14.9m2 ) in horizontal projection shall be protected throughout by an approved
automatic sprinkler system installed and maintained in accordance with Section 9.7. Where the special amusement
building is movable or portable, the sprinkler water supply shall be permitted to be provided by an approved,
temporary means.

Exception: Previously approved special amusement buildings.

This amendment allows the approval existing special amusement buildings without a fire sprinkler system.

16.5.1. 3.2Add new exception:

17.6.2. 4.2Every room used for sleeping, living, or dining purposes shall have not less than two means of escape, not
less than one of which shall be a door or stairway providing a means of unobstructed travel to the outside of the
building at street or ground level. The second means of escape shall be permitted to be a window in accordance with

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17.2.11.1. No room or space that is accessible only by a ladder or folding stairs or through a trap door shall be
occupied for living or sleeping purposes.

Exception: Previously approved means of escape.

17.6.2. 4.3Add new exception:

17.6.2. 4.3In group day-care homes where spaces on the story above the level of exit discharge are used by clients,
not less than one means of escape shall be an exit discharging directly to the outside. The second means of escape
shall be permitted to be a window in accordance with 17.2.11.1.

Exception: Previously approved means of escape.

These amendments allow existing day-care homes to utilize previously approved egress from basements and second
stories.

16.6.3.1 Add new exception:

16.6.3.1 Protection of Vertical Openings.

For group day-care homes, the doorway between the level of exit discharge and any story below shall be equipped
with a door assembly having a 20-minute fire protection rating. Where the story above the level of exit discharge is
used for sleeping purposes, there shall be a door assembly having a 20-minute fire protection rating at the top or
bottom of each stairway.

Exception: When located in a One-and-Two-Family Dwelling, hard-wired smoke alarms meeting the requirements of
9.6.2.10 shall be permitted when placed at the top and bottom of the vertical opening.

17.6.3.1 Add new exception:

17.6.3.1 Protection of Vertical Openings.

For group day-care homes, the doorway between the level of exit discharge and any story below shall be equipped
with a door assembly having a 20-minute fire protection rating. Where the story above the level of exit discharge is
used for sleeping purposes, there shall be a door assembly having a 20-minute fire protection rating at the top or
bottom of each stairway.

Exception 1: Existing self-closing 13/4-in. ( 4.4-cm) thick, solid-bonded wood doors without rated fram'es shall be
permitted to be continued to be used by the authority having jurisdiction.

Exception 2: Previously approved protection features.

These exceptions for new and existing day-care homes allow open stairs when smoke alarms are added to protect
the opening.

16.7.4.1 Change as shown:

16.7.4.1 Draperies, curtains, and other similar furnishings and decorations in day-care occupancies in which more
than 12 clients receive care shall be in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.1

17.7.4.1 Change as shown:

17.7.4.1 Draperies, curtains, and other similar furnishings and decorations in day-care occupancies in which more
than 12 clients receive care shall be in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.1

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These amendments exempt new and existing day-care homes from meeting the requirement for flame resistant
window treatments.

19.3.6. 3.2Change as shown:

19.3.6. 3.2* Doors shall be provided with a means suitable for keeping the door closed that is acceptable to the
authority having jurisdiction. The device used shall be capable of keeping the door fully closed if a force of 5 lbf (22
N) is applied at the latch edge of the door. Roller latches shall be prohibited on corridor doors after March 11, 2006.

This change is needed for Health Care Occupancies to be in compliance with CMS federal mandates.

21.6.2Change as shown:

22.7.2Books, clothing and other combustible personal property allowed in sleeping rooms shall be stored in closable
metal lockers, a fire-resistant container, or the building shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised
automatic sprinkler system.

22.6.2Change as shown:

23.7.2Books, clothing and other combustible personal property allowed in sleeping rooms shall be stored in closable
metal lockers, or a fire-resistant container, or the building shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised
automatic sprinkler system.

These amendments give new and existing detention occupancies an additional choice to allow personal storage in
sleeping rooms.

31.3.4.1 Change as shown: 31.3.4.1 General.

Apartment buildings with more than three stories or with more than 11 12 dwelling units shall be

provided with a fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6, except as modified by 31.3.4.2 through 31.3.4.5.

Exception: Where each dwelling unit is separated from other contiguous dwelling units by fire barriers (see 8.2.3)
having a fire resistance rating of not less than 1/2 hour, and where each dwelling unit has either its own independent
exit or its own independent stairway or ramp discharging at grade.

This change will exempt existing 12-plex apartment buildings from the requirement for a fire alarm system. This
change is consistent with past codes.

Change as shown:

41.7

42.7* SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR GRAIN OR OTHER BULK STORAGE ELEVATORS

42.7.1

The requirements of Sections 42.1 through 42.5 shall be met, except as modified by 42.7.2 through 42.7.4. Sections
42.7.2 through 42.7.4 shall apply to newly constructed structures only.

42.7.2

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There shall be not less than two means of egress from all working levels of the head house. One of these means of
egress shall be a stair to the level of exit discharge that is enclosed by a dust-resistant 1-hour fire resistance-rated
enclosure in accordance with 7.1.3.2. The second means of egress shall be one of the following:

(1) An exterior stair or basket ladder-type fire escape accessible from all working levels of the head house that
provides a passage to ground level

(2) An exterior stair or basket ladder-type fire escape accessible from all working levels of

the head house that provides access to the top of adjoining structures and that provides a continuous path to the
means of egress described in 42.7.3

42.7.3

An exterior stair or basket ladder-type fire escape shall provide passage to ground level from the top of the end of an
adjoining structure, such as a silo, conveyor, gallery, or gantry.

42.7.4 Underground Spaces.

42.7.4.1

Underground spaces shall have not less than two means of egress, one of which shall be permitted to be a means of
escape. The means of escape shall be arranged to eliminate dead ends.

42.7.4.2

Travel distance to means of escape or exit shall not exceed 200 ft (60 m).

Exception No. 2: In a building protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in
accordance with Section 9.7, travel distance shall not exceed 400 ft (122 m).

These changes are necessary to maintain consistency with changes made to the grain elevator code in January of
2000. The changes remove requirements for existing grain elevators.

2.1.1Change as shown:

2.1.1 NFPA Publications.

National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101.

NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2002 edition. ( 9.7.4.1)

NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2002 edition. [ 8.2.5.12 Exc. No. 1, 9.7.1.1, 9.7.4.2,
12.4.5.7, 12.4.5.12, 12.7.4. 3.7 Exc. No. 1, 13.4.5.12, 1 3.7.4. 3.7 Exc. No. 1, 18.3.5.5, 19.3.5.5, 26.3.5.1 Exc. No. 1,
28.1.5, 28.3.5.1 Exc, 29.1.5, 29.3.5.1 Exc. No. 1, 30.3.5.1 Exc. No. 1, 30.3.5.1 Exc. No. 2, 31.2.2. 1.3, 31.3.5.1 Exc.
No. 2, 32.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 3, 33.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 3, 36.4.4. 2.5(2), 36.4.5. 3.1(1), 36.4.5.5(1), 37.4.4. 2.5(2), 37.4.5.
3.1(1), 37.4.5.5(1), 38.1.5.2, 39.1.5.2]

NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured
Homes, 2002 edition. [ 9.7.1.1 Exc. No. 2, 24.3.5, 26.3.5.1, 32.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 1, 32.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 2, 33.2.3. 5.2
Exc. No. 1, 33.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 2]

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NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four
Stories in Height, 2002 edition. [ 9.7.1.1 Exc. No. 1, 24.3.5, 26.3.5.1, 28.3.5.1, 29.3.5.1, 30.3.5.1, 31.3.5.1, 32.2.3.
5.2 Exc. No. 4, 32.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 5, 32.3.3. 5.1 Exc. No. 1, 33.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 4, 33.2.3. 5.2 Exc. No. 5, 33.3.3.
5.1 Exc. No. 1]

NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrants, and Hose Systems, 2003 edition. ( 9.7.4.2,
12.4.5.12, 13.4.5.12)

NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 1998 2002
edition. ( 9.7.5, 9.7.6.2)

NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, 2000 edition. [ 8.4.3.1, 36.4.5. 3.1(2), 36.4.5.5(2), 37.4.5.
3.1(2), 37.4.5.5(2), 42.2.6.3 Exc. No. 2]

NFPA 30B, Code for the Manufacture and Storage of Aerosol Products, 2002 edition. [ 36.4.5. 3.1(3), 36.4.5.5(3),
37.4.5. 3.1(3), 37.4.5.5(3)]

NFPA 31, Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment, 2001 edition. ( 9.2.2)

NFPA 40, Standard for the Storage and Handling of Cellulose Nitrate Motion Picture Film, 2001 edition. ( 12.4.6.1,
12.4.6.3, 13.4.6.1, 13.4.6.3)

NFPA 45, Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals, 2000 edition. ( 8.4.4, 9.2.4)

NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code, 2002 edition. ( 8.4.3.1, 9.1.1, 9.2.2, 14.5.2.2, 15.5.2.2, 16.5.2.2, 17.5.2.2,
26.5.2.2, 28.5.2.2 Exc., 29.5.2.2 Exc, 30.5.2.2, 31.5.2.2 Exc.)

NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2001 edition. [ 8.4.3.1, 9.1.1, 11.9.5. 1.3, 11.10.7. 1.3, 11.11.6. 1.3,
12.7.1.4(5), 13.7.1.4(5)]^

NFPA 70, National Electrical Code®, 2002 edition. ( 7.9.2.4, 8.2.5.13, 9.1.2, 9.2.2, 9.6.1.4, 9.6.1.7, 10.2.4.5,
11.8.4.2, 11.8.4.2, 12.4.3.4, 22.5.1.2, 23.5.1.2, 23.5.1.2 Exc.)

NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm Code®, 2002 edition. [ 7.2.1. 8.2(3), 7.2.1. 9.2(4), 8.2.4. 4.3, 8.3.5.2, 8.3.5.2 Exc.
No. 2, 8.3.5.3, 9.6.1.4, 9.6.1.7, 9.6.2.8, 9.6.2.9, 9.6.2. 10.1, 9.6.2. 10.2, 9.6.3.4, 9.6.3.5, 9.6.3.6, 9.6.3.7 Exc. No. 2,
9.6.3.10, 9.6.4, 9.6.5.4, 9.7.2.1, 11.8.3.2, 14.3.4. 2.3(1), 15.3.4. 2.3(1), 22.3.4. 1.2, 22.3.7.9, 23.3.4. 1.2, 23.3.7.9,
32.3.3. 4.8]

NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and Fire Windows, 1999 edition. [ 7.2.1.14(5), 8.2.3. 2.1(a), 8.2.3. 2.2, 8.2.4. 3.4,
18.3.6. 3.1, 18.3.6. 3.6, 19.3.6. 3.1, 19.3.6. 3.6]

NFPA 82, Standard on Incinerators and Waste and Linen Handling Systems and Equipment, 1999 edition. ( 9.5.2)

NFPA 88A, Standard for Parking Structures, 2002 edition. ( 28.3.5.4, 30.3.5.4)

NFPA 90A, Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems, 2002 edition. ( 8.2.7.1 Exc.
No. 2, 9.2.1)

NFPA 90B, Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems, 2002 edition. ( 9.2.1)

NFPA 91, Standard for Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate
Solids, 1999 edition. ( 9.2.2)

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NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, 1998 2001
edition. ( 9.2.3)

NFPA 99, Standard for Health Care Facilities, 2002 edition. ( 8.4.4 Exc, 8.4.5, 9.2.4, 18.2.9.2, 18.2.10.2, Table
18.3.2.1, 18.3.2.2, 18.3.2.3, 18.3.2.4, 18.5.1.2, 18.5.1.3, 19.3.2.2, 19.3.2.3, 19.3.2.4, 20.2.9.2, 20.3.2.1, 20.3.2.2,
21.2.9.2, 21.3.2.1, 21.3.2.2)

NFPA 101A, Guide on Alternative Approaches to Life Safety, 2001 edition. ( 33.2.1. 3.2 Exc. No. 5, 33.2.3. 6.1 Exc.
No. 4)

NFPA 110, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems, 2002 edition. ( 7.9.2.3, 9.1.3, 11.8.4.2)

NFPA 111, Standard on Stored Electrical Energy Emergency and Standby Power Systems, 2001 edition. ( 7.9.2.3,
9.1.4)

NFPA 160, Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience, 2001 edition. ( 12.7.2 Exc. No. 2, 13.7.2 Exc. No. 2)

NFPA 211, Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel-Burning Appliances, 2003 edition. ( 9.2.2)

NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction, 1999 edition. ( 8.2.1, 10.2.3.1 Exc. No. 1, 20.1.6.2,
21.1.6.2)

NFPA 221, Standard for Fire Walls and Fire Barrier Walls, 2000 edition. [ 8.2.1(1), 8.2.2.2]

NFPA 230, Standard for the Fire Protection of Storage, 2003 edition [ 36.4.5. 3.1(4), 36.4.5.5(4), 37.4.5. 3.1(4),
37.4.5.5(4)]

NFPA 241, Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations, 2000 edition. (
18.7.9.2, 19.7.9.2, 20.7.9.2, 21.7.9.2)

NFPA 251, Standard Methods of Tests of Fire Endurance of Building Construction and Materials, 1999 edition. [
3.3.21, 3.3.160, 8.2.3. 1.1, 8.2.3. 1.1 Exc. No. 2, 12.4.5.7(e)]

NFPA 252, Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies, 1999 edition. [ 3.3.159, 8.2.3. 2.1(a), 8.2.3. 2.3.1
Exc. No. 1 to (2), 8.2.3. 2.3.1 Exc. to (3), 8.3.4.2(1)]

NFPA 253, Standard Method of Test for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat
Energy Source, 2000 edition. ( 10.2.7.1)

NFPA 255, Standard Method of Test of Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials, 2000 edition. [
10.2.3.1, 10.2.3.1 Exc. No. 1, 10.2.3.1 Exc. No. 2, 10.2.3.2, 12.4.5.7(f)]

NFPA 256, Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, 1998 edition. [ 11.9.1.5, 11.10.1.4, 18.1.6.2 Exc. (a),
19.1.6.2 Exc. (a), 23.1.6.3 Exc. No. 1(a), 32.3.1. 3.3 Exc.(a), 33.3.1. 3.3 Exc.(a)]

NFPA 257, Standard on Fire Test for Window and Glass Block Assemblies, 2000 edition. [ 3.3.159, 8.2.3. 2.2(1)]

NFPA 259, Standard Test Method for Potential Heat of Building Materials, 2003 edition ( 3.3.118)

NFPA 260, Standard Methods of Tests and Classification System for Cigarette Ignition Resistance of Components of
Upholstered Furniture, 1998 edition. [ 10.3.2(1)]

NFPA 261, Standard Method of Test for Determining Resistance of Mock-Up Upholstered Furniture Material
Assemblies to Ignition by Smoldering Cigarettes, 1998 edition. [ 10.3.2(2)]

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NFPA 265, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Room Fire Growth Contribution of Textile Wall
Coverings, 2002 edition. [ 10.2.3.5, 10.2.3. 5.1, 10.2.3. 5.2, 10.2.4. 1.5, 10.2.4.2(5)]

NFPA 267, Standard Method of Test for Fire Characteristics of Mattresses and Bedding Assemblies Exposed to
Flaming Ignition Source, 1998 edition. ( 10.3.4)

NFPA 286, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Interior Finish to Room
Fire Growth, 2000 edition. [ 10.2.3.1 Exc. No. 1, 10.2.3.5, 10.2.3. 5.3, 10.2.4.2(6)]

NFPA 418, Standard for Heliports, 2001 edition. ( 18.3.2.7)

NFPA 430, Code for the Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers, 2000 edition. [ 36.4.5. 3.1(6), 37.4.5. 3.1(6)]

NFPA 432, Code for the Storage of Organic Peroxide Formulations, 2002 edition. [ 36.4.5. 3.1(7), 37.4.5. 3.1(7)]

NFPA 701, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films, 1999 edition. [ 10.3.1,
12.4.5.11, 12.7.4. 3.4(3), 13.4.5.11, 13.7.4. 3.4(3)]

NFPA 703, Standard for Fire Retardant Impregnated Wood and Fire Retardant Coatings for Building Materials,
2000 edition. [ 10.2.6.1, 12.7.4. 3.4(2), 13.7.4. 3.4(2)]

NFPA 1126, Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate Audience, 2001 edition. ( 12.7.2 Exc. No. 1,
13.7.2 Exc. No. 1)

These changes are necessary to reference the correct code that is to be adopted. Many unused and unnecessary
codes are removed.

AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 153, CHAPTER 1, SEC. 049 NFPA 54 - 2002 edition - "Fuel Gas Code, National"
February 2004

Amendment 1

Delete Section 1.4 in the 2002 Edition of NFPA 54 and insert in lieu thereof the following:

4.1. Qualified Agency

4.1.1 Installation, testing, and replacement of gas piping, gas utilization equipment, or accessories, and repair and
servicing of equipment, shall be performed only by a qualified agency.

4.1.2 Persons who install, service, test, or maintain propane gas utilization equipment, or gas piping systems of
which the equipment is a part, or accessories, within the scope of this code, shall be trained in the proper
procedures in accordance with applicable gas codes. Refresher training shall be provided at least every three years.
The training shall be documented.

A 4.1 Completion of the Certified Employee Training Program of the National Propane Gas Association or of
another training program that is substantially equivalent shall satisfy the training requirements of this section.

AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 153, CHAPTER 1, SEC. 061

NFPA 58 - 2001 edition - "Liquefied Petroleum Gases, Storage and Handling" February 2004

Amendment 1

Section 3.2.18 Internal Valves.

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3.2.18 The requirements for installation of internal valves were relocated in the 2001 edition to this new section so
tat all the installation requirements for internal valves are in one place. Internal valves must be installed in the
liquid and vapor openings of a container over 4000 gal ( 15.1m3) that is installed after July 1, 2003 2005. Similar
protection is also required for existing containers over 4000 gal ( 15.1m3) after July 1, 2011 2005. Refer to
2.3.3.32(b) for the equipment requirements.

3.2.18.2 Automatic shutdown of internal valves in liquid service shall be provided using thermal (fire) actuation.
The thermal element shall be within 5 ft ( 1.5 m) of the internal valve.

3.2.18.3 At least one remote shutdown station for internal valves i liquid service shall be installed not less than 25 ft
( 7.6 m) or more than 100 ft (30 m) from the liquid transfer point).

3.2.18.4 Emergency remote shutdown stations shall be identified by a sign incorporating the words "Propane -
Container Liquid Valve Emergency Shutoff in block letters of not less than 2 in. (51 mm) in height on a background
of contrasting colors to the letters. The sign shall be visible from the point of transfer.

The paragraphs in 3.2.18 establish performance and identification requirements for internal valves that are required
on new containers over 4000 gal ( 15.1m3) that are installed after July 1, 2003. Refer to 2.3.3.2(b) for the equipment
requirements. The following are required for internal valves:

* Remote manual shutdown from a remote location from within distances specified

* Identification of the remote shutdown station using 2-in. (51-mm) letters for visibility

* Automatic shutdown if fire is sensed within 5 ft ( 1.5 m) fo the internal valve

These requirements are similar to those of an emergency shutoff valve, which also requires operation at the valve.
There are retrofit requirements in 2.3.3.2(b) for existing containers after July 1, 2011, and they can be met by
installing an emergency shutoff valve at the container connection.

The purpose of an internal valve is to allow remote shutdown of flow from a propane container in the event of
uncontrolled release. There have been incidents where damage to propane tank installations has caused extensive
property damage and loss of life that could have been prevented if the flow of propane from damaged piping could
have been stopped remotely.

Amendment 2

Tentative Interim Amendment

Include the TIA 12-2.101-.5 in the adoption of the 2001 Edition of 58 issued on January 10, 2002 with an extension
of the effective date of the TIA to July 1, 2005.

Reference: 2-2.1.5

TIA 01-1 (NFPA 58)

1. Add a new exception to Section 2.2.1.5 to read as follows:

2.2.1.5* Cylinders shall be filled, continued in service, and transported in accordance with DOT regulations. Any
cylinder that is out of qualification date shall not be refilled until requalified by methods prescribed in DOT
regulations.

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Exception: This requirement shall not be applicable until July 1, 2005, for cylinders 100 lb. Propane capacity and
larger in stationary installations that are filled on site.

Amendment 3

Tentative Interim Amendment

Include the TIA 01-2 to Section 3.4.8.5 in the adoption of the 2001 Edition of NFPA 58 issued on July 19, 2002 with
an effective date of August 8, 2002.

Reference: 3.4.8.5

TIA 01-2 (NFPA 58)

1. In section 3.4.8 add section 3.4.8.5 to read as follows:

3.4.8.5 Cylinders used temporarily in buildings for flame effects before an audience shall be in accordance with the
following:

(a) The flame effect shall comply with NFPA 160, Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience.

(b) The maximum water capacity of individual cylinders shall be 50 lb (23 kg) {nominal 20 lb. ( 9.1 kg) LP-Gas
capacity}.

(c) If more than one such cylinder is located in the same room, the cylinders shall be separated by at least 20 ft ( 6.1
m).

Amendment 4

Delete section 1.5 i the 2001 Edition of NFPA 58 and insert in lieu thereof the following:

1.5 Qualification of Personnel.

1.5.1 Persons who transfer liquefied petroleum has, who are employed to transport liquefied petroleum gas, or
whose primary duties fall within the scope of this code shall be trained in proper handling procedures. Refresher
training shall be provided at least every three years. The training shall be documented.

A 1.5 Completion of the Certified Employee Training Program of the National Propane Gas Association or of
another training program that is substantially equivalent shall satisfy the training requirements of this section.

Section - .061. NFPA 58 "Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code" 2001 Ed.

Subsection: 3.2.18 - Internal Valves Date Change

Subsection: 3.4.9.2 - Repeal on the Prohibition on Gas Grills on Apartment Balconies (July 2006)

[1] Subsection 3.2.18.1 Internal valves must be installed in the liquid and vapor openings of a container over 4000
gal ( 15.1m3) that is installed after July 1, 2005. Similar protection is also required for existing containers over
4000 gal ( 15.1m3) after July 1, 2011. Refer to 2.3.3.2(b) for the equipment requirements.

3.2.18.2 Automatic shutdown of internal valves in liquid service shall be provided using thermal (fire) actuation.
The thermal element shall be within 5 ft ( 1.5 m) of the internal valve.

3.2.18.3 At least one remote shutdown station for internal valves in liquid service shall be installed not less than 25
ft ( 7.6 m) or more than 100 ft (30 m) from the liquid transfer point.

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3.2.18.4 Emergency remote shutdown stations shall be identified by a sign incorporating the words "Propane"
Container Liquid Valve Emergency Shutoff in block letters of not less than 2 in. (51 mm) in height on a background
of contrasting colors to the letters. The sign shall be visible from the point of transfer.

[2] Subsection 3.4.9.2: Repeal the prohibition of L.P. gas grills on apartment balconies.

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