of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 214-NFPA 30-2016 [ Global Comment ] See attached Word doc for changes to Sections 9.2, 12.2, and 16.2. Supplemental Information File Name 30-GLOBAL_SR_214-EDITED.docx Description Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 28 12:10:42 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: The technical committee has determined there is a need to better define the terms "protected" and "unprotected" to remove any confusion on the part of the user. Public Comment No. 56-NFPA 30-2016 [Global Input] Page 1 of 37
9.2.1* Protected. For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers that meet the appropriate provisions of Chapter 16 or alternate provisions that have been approved by the authority having jurisdiction (see 16.3.5 and Section 16.9). 9.2.2* Unprotected. For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers that do not meet the criteria to be considered protected, as defined in 9.2.1. A.9.2.1 The term protected indicates that the fire risk is managed so as to control the fire and prevent it from spreading beyond the design area of the automatic fire protection system. A.9.2.2 The term unprotected indicates that the growth of a fire might exceed the capabilities of the automatic fire protection system and extend beyond the design area of the system. In such cases, the total contents of the fire area might become involved in a fire, regardless of the protection features provided. 12.2.1* Protected. For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers that meet the appropriate provisions of Chapter 16 or alternate provisions that have been approved by the authority having jurisdiction (see 16.3.5 and Section 16.9). 12.2.2* Unprotected. For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers that do not meet the criteria to be considered protected, as defined in 12.2.1. A.12.2.1 The term protected indicates that the fire risk is managed so as to control the fire and prevent it from spreading beyond the design area of the automatic fire protection system. A.12.2.2 The term unprotected indicates that the growth of a fire might exceed the capabilities of the automatic fire protection system and extend beyond the design area of the system. In such cases, the total contents of the fire area might become involved in a fire, regardless of the protection features provided. 16.2.2* Protected. For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers that meet the appropriate provisions of Chapter 16 or alternate provisions that have been approved by the authority having jurisdiction (see 16.3.5 and Section 16.9). Page 2 of 37
16.2.3* Unprotected. For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers that do not meet the criteria to be considered protected, as defined in 16.2.2. A.16.2.2 The term protected indicates that the fire risk is managed so as to control the fire and prevent it from spreading beyond the design area of the automatic fire protection system. A.16.2.3 The term unprotected indicates that the growth of a fire might exceed the capabilities of the automatic fire protection system and extend beyond the design area of the system. In such cases, the total contents of the fire area might become involved in a fire, regardless of the protection features provided. Page 3 of 37
of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 213-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 9.4 ] 9.4 Acceptable Containers. 9.4.1* Page 4 of 37
of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Only the following approved containers, intermediate bulk containers, and portable tanks shall be used for Class I, Class II, and Class IIIA liquids: (1) Metal containers, metal intermediate bulk containers, and metal portable tanks meeting the requirements of and containing products authorized by the U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 49 CFR 100 199, or by Part 6 of the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (2) Plastic or metal consumer-use containers meeting the requirements of, and used within the scope of, one or more of the following specifications: (a) (b) ASTM F852, Standard Specification for Portable Gasoline Containers for Consumer Use ASTM F976, Standard Specification for Portable Kerosene and Diesel Containers for Consumer Use (3) Nonmetallic or metallic commercial/industrial safety cans meeting the requirements of, and used within the scope of, one or more of the following specifications: (a) (b) (c) ANSI/UL 30, Standard for Metal Safety Cans ANSI/UL 1313, Standard for Nonmetallic Safety Cans for Petroleum Products FM Global Approval Standard for Safety Containers and Filling, Supply, and Disposal Containers Class Number 6051 and 6052 (4) Plastic containers that meet requirements set by, and contain products authorized by, the following: (a) The U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 49 CFR 100 199, or by Part 6 of the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (b) Items 256 or 258 of the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) for liquids that are not classified as hazardous by the U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 49 CFR 100 199, or by Part 6 of the UN publication Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (5) Fiber drums that meet the following: (a) (b) Requirements of Items 294 and 296 of the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) or of Rule 51 of the Uniform Freight Classification (UFC), for Types 2A, 3A, 3B-H, 3B-L, or 4A Requirements of, and containing liquid products authorized by, either the U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, 49 CFR Chapter I, or by the U.S. Department of Transportation exemption (6)* Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers that meet requirements set by, and contain products authorized by, the following: (a) The U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 49 CFR 100 199, or by Part 6 of the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, for Classes 31H1, 31H2, and 31HZ1 (b) The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC), or the International Safe Transit Association for liquids that are not classified as hazardous by the U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Page 5 of 37
of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM (7) Glass containers up to the capacity limits stated in Table 9.4.3 and in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 49 CFR 100 199 (8) Other nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers that comply with 9.4.1.1 9.4.1.1 For protected storage, rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers, as described in 9.4.1(6), shall comply with Table 9.4.3 and shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids; FM Class 6020, Approval Standard for Intermediate Bulk Containers; or an equivalent test procedure. 9.4.1.2 Medicines, beverages, foodstuffs, cosmetics, and other common consumer products, where packaged according to commonly accepted practices for retail sales, shall be exempt from the requirements of 9.4.1 and 9.4.3. 9.4.2 Each portable tank or intermediate bulk container shall be provided with one or more devices installed in the top with sufficient emergency venting capacity to limit internal pressure under fire exposure conditions to a gauge pressure of 10 psi (70 kpa) or 30 percent of the bursting pressure of the portable tank, whichever is greater. 9.4.2.1 The total venting capacity shall be not less than that specified in 22.7.3.2 or 22.7.3.4. 9.4.2.2 At least one pressure-actuated vent having a minimum capacity of 6000 ft 3 (170 m 3 ) of free air per hour at an absolute pressure of 14.7 psi (101 kpa) and 60 F (15.6 C) shall be used. The vent shall be set to open at not less than a gauge pressure of 5 psi (35 kpa). 9.4.2.3 If fusible vents are used, they shall be actuated by elements that operate at a temperature not exceeding 300 F (150 C). Where plugging of a pressure-actuated vent can occur, such as when used for paints, drying oils, and similar materials, fusible plugs or venting devices that soften to failure at a maximum of 300 F (150 C) under fire exposure shall be permitted to be used for the entire emergency venting requirement. 9.4.3 Regulations, Parts 49 CFR 100 199, or by Part 6 of the UN publication Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods Page 6 of 37
of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM The maximum allowable size of a container, intermediate bulk container, or metal portable tank for Class I, Class II, and Class IIIA liquids shall not exceed that specified in Table 9.4.3. Exception: As provided for in Section 9.1, 9.4.3.1, 9.4.3.39.4.3.2, and 9.4.3.49.4.3.49.4.3.3. Table 9.4.3 Maximum Allowable Size Containers, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), and Portable Tanks Flammable Liquids Combustible Liquids Container Type Class IA Class IB Class IC Class II Class IIIA Glass Metal (other than drums) or approved plastic Safety cans Metal drum (e.g., UN 1A1/1A2) Approved metal portable tanks and IBCs Rigid plastic IBCs (UN 31H1 or 31H2) and composite IBCs with rigid inner receptacle (UN31HZ1)* ) Composite IBCs with flexible inner receptacle (UN31HZ2), and DOT/UNapproved flexible IBCs, and NMFC/ISTA-compliant IBCs 1 pt (0.5 L) 1.3 gal (5 L) 2.6 gal (10 L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) 1 qt (1 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) NP NP NP NP NP NP 1.3 gal (5 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) 1.3 gal (5 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) 793 gal (3000 L) NP 331 gal (1300 L) Non-bulk bag-in-bbox box NP NP NP NP NP Polyethylene UN1H1 and UN1H2, or as authorized by DOT exemption Fiber drum NMFC or UFC Type 2A; Types 3A, 3B-H, or 3B-L; or Type 4A 1.3 gal (5 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) * NP NP NP 5.3 gal (20 L) * 119 gal (450 L) 119 gal (450 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 5.3 gal (20 L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) 793 gal (3000 L) NP 331 gal (1300 L) 119 gal (450 L) 119 gal (450 L) NP: Not permitted for the container categories so classified unless a fire protection system is provided that is developed in accordance with 16.3.6 and is approved for the specific container and protection against static electricity is provided. * Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids ; FM Class 6020, Approval Standard for Intermediate Bulk Containers ; or an equivalent test procedure. * See 9.4.3.1. See 9.4.3.2. Page 7 of 37
0 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM 9.4.3.1 Class IB and Class IC water-miscible liquids shall be permitted to be stored in plastic containers up to 60 gal (230 L) in size, if stored and protected in accordance with Table 16.5.2.7. 9.4.3.2 * Rigid nonmetallic Nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids; FM Class 6020, Approval Standard for Intermediate Bulk Containers; or an equivalent test procedure. 9.4.3.3 Class IA and Class IB liquids shall be permitted to be stored in glass containers of not more than 1.3 gal (5 L) capacity if the required liquid purity (such as American Chemical Society analytical reagent grade or higher) would be affected by storage in metal containers or if the liquid can cause excessive corrosion of a metal container. 9.4.3.4 Leaking or damaged containers up to 60 gal (230 L) capacity shall be permitted to be stored temporarily in accordance with this chapter and Chapters 10 through 12, provided they are enclosed in overpack containers. 9.4.3.4.1 To be considered protected storage as defined in 9.2.1 and in accordance with Chapter 16, an overpack container shall be constructed of the same material as the leaking or damaged container. 9.4.3.4.2 Metal overpack containers shall be considered non-relieving style containers. Supplemental Information File Name SR_213_PC_70_71_Legislative_Text.docx Description Shows correct legislative text FOR STAFF USE ONLY Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 28 09:43:07 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The technical committee agrees with the recognition of nonmetallic IBCs that can satisfy the criteria of an acceptable fire exposure test. Page 8 of 37
1 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Response Message: Public Comment No. 70-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 9.4.1.1] Public Comment No. 71-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 9.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Page 9 of 37
2 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 402-NFPA 30-2016 [ Sections 12.3.1, 12.3.2 ] 12.3.1 A general-purpose warehouse that stores liquids in quantities that exceed the maximum allowable quantities permitted in control areas by Table 9.6.1and liquid-container combinations that are not addressed by Table 12.8.1 but do not exceed the amounts permitted by Section 12.8 shall meet the requirements of Section 12.8 for a liquid storage room or liquid warehouse, whichever is applicable. 12.3.2 A general-purpose warehouse that stores liquids in quantities that exceed the amounts permitted by Section 12.8 shall meet the requirements for a liquid storage room or liquid warehouse, whichever is applicable. Supplemental Information File Name SR_No._402_Sections_12.3.1_and_12.3.2.docx Description Shows how revised text should read - FOR STAFF USE ONLY Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: National Fire Protection Assoc Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Thu Jul 21 15:28:05 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Statement: This revision was made to align with the changes made to section 12.8 in SR# 401. Response Message: Public Comment No. 42-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 12.3] Page 10 of 37
3 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 401-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 12.8 ] 12.8 General-Purpose Warehouses. 12.8.1* Class IB and IC liquids in containers of 1.3 gal (5 L) or less capacity, Class II liquids in containers of 5.3 gal (20 L) or less capacity, Class IIIA liquids in containers of 60 gal (230 L) or less capacity, and Class IIIB liquids in containers, intermediate bulk containers, or portable tanks of 275 gal (1040 L) or less capacity shall be permitted to be stored in warehouses that handle combustible commodities, as defined in NFPA 13, provided that the storage area for liquids is protected with automatic sprinklers in accordance with either of the following: The applicable provisions of NFPA 13 for 20 ft (6 m) high storage of Class IV commodities based on the storage configuration of the liquids The provisions of Chapter 16 12.8.2 The quantities and height of liquid storage are limited to the following: Class IA liquids: not permitted Class IB and IC liquids: 660 gal (2500 L), maximum 5 ft (1.5 m) high pile stored on floor, with no rack or other storage above Class II liquid: 1375 gal (5200 L), maximum 5 ft (1.5 m) high pile stored on floor, with no rack or other storage above Class IIIA liquid: 2750 gal (10,400 L), maximum 10 ft (3 m) high pile stored on floor, with no rack or other storage above or in storage racks to a maximum height of 10 ft (3 m) Class IIIB liquid: 13,750 gal (52,000 L), maximum 15 ft (4.6 m) high pile stored on floor, with no rack or other storage above or in storage racks to a maximum height of 15 ft (4.6 m) 12.8.3 Where two or more classes of liquids are stored in a single pile or rack section, the following shall apply: The maximum total quantity and maximum storage height permitted shall be the smallest of the individual maximum total quantities and maximum storage heights for the specific classes present, respectively. The maximum total quantity permitted shall be limited to the sum of the proportional amounts that each class of liquid present bears to the maximum total quantity permitted for its respective class. The sum of the proportional amounts shall not exceed 100 percent. Page 11 of 37
4 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM 12.8.4* Liquids in Plastic Containers. Class I and Class II liquids in plastic containers shall not be stored in a general-purpose warehouse but shall be stored in a liquid storage room or liquid storage warehouse that meets the requirements of this chapter. Exception No. 1: The following liquids, packaged in plastic containers, are permitted to be stored in general-purpose warehouses in accordance with the protection and storage limitations specified in Section 12.8 as follows: Products containing not more than 50 percent by volume of water-miscible liquids, with the remainder of the product consisting of components that do not burn and where packaged in individual containers Products containing more than 50 percent water-miscible liquids in individual containers not exceeding 16 oz (0.5 L) capacity in cartons Exception No. 2: Class I and Class II liquids in plastic containers are permitted to be stored in a general-purpose warehouse if the packaging systems are listed and labeled for use with these commodities. All other provisions of Section 12.8 also apply. 12.8.1 The liquid-container combinations listed in Table 12.8.1 shall be permitted to be stored in a general-purpose warehouse without quantity limits if protected in accordance with Chapter 16. Table 12.8.1 Liquid-Container Combinations Permitted in Protected General-Purpose Warehouses Liquid Type Container Size Container Construction FP 200 F (93 C) 5 gal (19 L) Plastic or glass Ethanol or isopropanol 1 gal (4 L) Plastic or glass 12.8.2* The liquid-container combinations listed in Table 12.8.1 shall not require emergency drainage, spill control, secondary containment, or ventilation to prevent accumulation of flammable vapor. 12.8.3 The following shall apply to the storage of liquids and ordinary combustible commodities in general purpose warehouses: using Table 12.8.1 : (1) Liquids shall not be stored in the same pile or in the same rack sections as ordinary combustible commodities. Where liquids are packaged together with ordinary combustibles, as in kits, the storage shall be considered on the basis of whichever commodity predominates. (2) Except as provided for in 12.8.5 (1), ordinary Ordinary combustible commodities shall be separated from liquids in containers by a minimum distance of 8 ft (2.4 m). (3) A storage plan illustrating the storage arrangement, including the location and dimensions of aisles, storage racks, and floor-level storage, shall be prepared to document the approved locations for flammable and combustible liquid storage. The storage plan shall be maintained on-site. Deviations from or modifications to the storage plan shall not be permitted unless approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Supplemental Information Page 12 of 37
5 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM File Name SR_No._401_Section_12.8.docx SR_401_A.12.8.2.docx Description Shows appropriate legislative text - FOR STAFF USE ONLY Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: National Fire Protection Assoc Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Thu Jul 21 15:13:29 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Statement: The previous text had conflicting MAQs and a reference to using NFPA 13 that did not provide adequate protection. Further testing has developed protection schemes that could allow the liquids in Table 12.8.1 to be stored in unlimited quantities. Response Message: Public Comment No. 44-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 12.8] Public Comment No. 45-NFPA 30-2016 [Sections A.12.8.1, A.12.8.4] Page 13 of 37
A.12.8.1 The provision of automatic sprinklers designed to protect Class IV commodities to a height of 20 ft (6 m) for the liquid storage quantities and arrangements allowed in a general-purpose warehouse should not be construed as providing adequate protection. Fire tests utilizing such design criteria on the allowed storage arrangements have never been conducted, and other test results imply that control of a liquid pool fire might not be obtained. Examples of fire protection can be found in Chapter 16. A.12.8.2 In addition to the control of fires provided by a strong protection scheme and the use of listed liquid-container combinations (ignition of packaging scenario), the limiting of container size further reduces the potential for the development of a large accidental spill that could be ignited after its release, resulting in operation of a large number of ceiling sprinklers and wide area ignition of other lower hazard commodities, such as expanded or unexpanded plastics (spill and delayed ignition scenario). This eliminates the need for protection features that would ordinarily be associated with storage of flammable and combustible liquids. A.12.8.4 Exception No. 2 is based on work done by FM Global, which showed that flammable liquids in plastic containers could cause uncontrollable fires under certain conditions of storage in generalpurpose warehouses. A research project on flammable liquids container storage carried out by Underwriters Laboratories Inc., under the auspices of the National Fire Protection Research Foundation, has suggested a test protocol that can judge the capability of packaging systems to withstand a small ignition source or to minimize the rate at which the lading is released from the containers, so that the fire can be controlled by automatic sprinklers. Page 14 of 37
6 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 212-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Page 15 of 37
7 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Where automatic sprinkler systems or low-expansion foam-water sprinkler systems are used to protect storage of liquids, Figure 16.4.1(a), Figure 16.4.1(b), or Figure 16.4.1(c), whichever is applicable, and the appropriate table in Section 16.5 shall be used to determine protection criteria. Figure 16.4.1(a) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible and Nonmiscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Metal Containers. Figure 16.4.1(b) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible and Nonmiscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Nonmetallic Containers. Page 16 of 37
8 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Figure 16.4.1(c) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Nonmetallic Containers. Supplemental Information File Name Public_Comment_No._67_Figure_16.4.1_a_.pdf Description Shows revision to figure 16.4.1(a) Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: Page 17 of 37
Revise Figure 16.4.1(a) as follows: Protected using Table 16.5.2.1, 16.5.2.3, or 16.5.2.8, or 16.5.2.13 Page 18 of 37
9 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 28 09:31:51 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: The technical committee has amended Figure 16.4.1(a) to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210. Public Comment No. 67-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Page 19 of 37
0 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 202-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Paragraphs 16.5.2.1 through 16.5.2.1316.5.2.12 and their related tables, Table 16.5.2.1 through Table 16.5.2.13Table 16.5.2.12, shall be used to determine the protection criteria and storage arrangement for the applicable liquid class, container type, and storage configuration, as described in 16.5.2.1 through 16.5.2.1316.5.2.12 and subject to the provisions of 16.5.1. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 14:14:21 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: This section has been revised to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210. Public Comment No. 52-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Page 20 of 37
1 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 203-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Table 16.5.2.1 through Table 16.5.2.13Table.16.5.2.12 shall apply only to stable liquids. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 14:16:06 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: This section has been revised to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210. Public Comment No. 53-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Page 21 of 37
2 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 201-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1.6 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Foam-water sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 16. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 09:15:17 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: Deleting the word "designed" eliminates conflicts with NFPA 30 design criteria, yet still requires the foam-water sprinkler system to be installed with the system requirements, installation, and acceptance tests addressed in NFPA 16. Public Comment No. 36-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.6 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Page 22 of 37
3 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 204-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1.11 ] 16.5.1.11 The Fire Test Ref. number given for each entry in Table 16.5.2.1 through Table 16.5.2.13Table 16.5.2.12 shall be used to identify in Sections D.2or D.3 the information on the fire tests on which the protection criteria for that entry are based. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 14:18:47 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: This section has been revised to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210 and explanatory reference information in Annex D via SR#206. Public Comment No. 54-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.11] Page 23 of 37
4 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 210-NFPA 30-2016 [ New Section after 16.5.2.12 ] 16.5.2.13 Table 16.5.2.13 shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection or foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Single- and double-row rack storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Relieving-style metal containers Table 16.5.2.13 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection or Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Capacity (gal) Maximum Storage Height (ft) Maximum Ceiling Height (ft) >5 and 60 Unlimited Unlimited Sprinkler Protection Notes Fire Test Ref. Ceiling Sprinkler Protection See 16.6.4, Fire Protection System Design Scheme E In-Rack Sprinklers See 16.6.4, Fire Protection System Design Scheme E 1, 2 See Section D.3 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Minimum aisle width in all cases is 6 ft (1.8 m). (2) Maximum rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m). Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon Jun 27 13:47:49 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The technical committee has reviewed all of the supporting documentation that substantiates the inclusion of new Table 16.5.2.13, including the answers to all questions that were raised by the technical committee when the public input was first submitted. Based on its review, the technical committee agrees that this new table Page 24 of 37
5 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Response Message: provides acceptable fire protection system design criteria for the commodities to which the table applies. Public Comment No. 55-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Page 25 of 37
6 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 207-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.6.1.4 ] 16.6.1.4 In-rack sprinklers shall meet the following requirements: (1) In-rack sprinklers shall be ordinary temperature rated quick-response sprinklers and shall have a nominal K-factor equal to or greater than 8.0. Intermediate-temperature sprinklers shall be used where ambient conditions require. (2) In-rack sprinklers shall be installed below each barrier level. (3) In-rack sprinklers shall provide a minimum operating flow of 57 gpm (220 L/min) out of each of the hydraulically most remote six sprinklers (six on one line or three on two lines) if one barrier level is provided, or out of each of the hydraulically most remote eight sprinklers (eight on one line or four on two lines on the same level ) if two or more barrier levels are provided. The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi (0.69 bar). Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 15:51:31 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The technical committee agrees that its definition of design area is ambiguous and has provided alternatives for calculating the demand for the most hydraulically remote sprinklers. Response Message: Public Comment No. 59-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.6.1.4] Page 26 of 37
7 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 208-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.6.2.4 ] 16.6.2.4 In-rack sprinklers shall meet the following requirements: (1) In-rack sprinklers shall be ordinary temperature rated quick-response sprinklers and shall have a nominal K-factor equal to or greater than 8.0.Intermediate-temperature sprinklers shall be used where ambient conditions require. (2) In-rack sprinklers shall be installed below each barrier level. (3) For containers that do not exceed 60 gal (230 L) capacity, in-rack sprinklers shall provide a minimum discharge flow of 57 gpm (220 L/min) out of each of the hydraulically most remote six sprinklers (six on one line or three on two lines) if one barrier level is provided, or out of each of the hydraulically most remote eight sprinklers (eight on one line or four on two lines on the same level ) if two or more barrier levels are provided. The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi (0.69 bar). (4) For containers that exceed 60 gal (230 L) capacity, but do not exceed 793 gal (3000 L), in-rack sprinklers shall provide a minimum discharge flow of 57 gpm (220 L/min) out of each of the hydraulically most remote 12 sprinklers, six each (twelve on one line or six on two lines on the same level). The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi (0.69 bar). Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 15:53:59 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The technical committee agrees that its definition of design area is ambiguous and has provided alternatives for calculating the demand for the most hydraulically remote sprinklers. Response Message: Public Comment No. 60-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.6.2.4] Page 27 of 37
8 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 211-NFPA 30-2016 [ New Section after 16.6.3 ] 16.6.4 Fire Protection System Design Scheme E. Page 28 of 37
9 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM 16.6.4.1 Page 29 of 37
0 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Sprinklers and horizontal barriers shall be installed in accordance with Figure 16.6.4.1(a) or Figure 16.6.4.1(b), whichever is applicable. Horizontal barriers shall be of plywood having a minimum thickness of 3 8 in. (10 mm) or of sheet metal of minimum 22 gauge thickness. All liquid storage shall be located beneath a barrier. Figure 16.6.4.1(a) Single-Row Rack Sprinkler Layout for Design Scheme "E." Figure 16.6.4.1(b) Double-Row Rack Sprinkler Layout for Design Scheme "E." Page 30 of 37
1 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM 16.6.4.2 Vertical baffles shall not be installed between in-rack sprinklers. 16.6.4.3 In-rack sprinklers shall meet the following requirements: (1) In-rack sprinklers shall be intermediate temperature rated, pendent sprinklers with a nominal K-factor of 25.2 and shall be listed as extended coverage control mode density/area storage sprinklers. (2) In-rack sprinklers shall be positioned in a transverse flue below each barrier level. (3) In-rack sprinklers shall not be positioned within 3.5 ft (1 m) of a rack upright. (4) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 30 psi (207 kpa). (5) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 3 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on a single line. (6) Where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 3 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on a single line, and the 2 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the next adjacent level. (7) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 3 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on a single line, and the 2 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the next two adjacent levels. (8) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria is used, and that the sprinkler is listed for use with foam. Page 31 of 37
2 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM 16.6.4.4 If there are adjacent bays of in-rack arrays that are not dedicated to storage of liquids, the barrier and in-rack sprinkler protection shall be extended at least 6 ft (1.8 m) beyond the area devoted to liquid storage. 16.6.4.5 Ceiling sprinkler demand shall not be included in the hydraulic calculations for in-rack sprinklers. 16.6.4.6 Water demand at point of supply shall be calculated separately for in-rack and ceiling sprinklers and shall be based on the greater demand. 16.6.4.7 Ceiling sprinklers shall meet the following requirements: (1) Ceiling sprinkler protection shall be designed to protect the surrounding occupancy. (2) Any sprinkler type shall be acceptable. (3) If standard spray sprinklers are used, they shall be capable of providing not less than 0.30 gpm/ft 2 over 3000 ft 2 (8 mm/min over 270 m 2 ) when supplied with water. Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. (4) If the liquid storage does not extend to the full height of the rack, protection for commodities stored above the top horizontal barrier shall meet the requirements of NFPA 13 for the commodities stored, based on the full height of the rack. 16.6.4.8 A 500 gpm (1900 L/min) hose stream allowance shall be provided. Supplemental Information File Name Figure_16_6_4_1_a_2016-06-21.pdf Figure_16_6_4_1_b_2016-06-21.pdf Description Figure 16.6.4.1(a) Figure 16.6.4.1(b) Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon Jun 27 14:16:26 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The technical committee has reviewed all of the supporting documentation that substantiates the inclusion of new Section 16.6.4, which accompanies new Table Page 32 of 37
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3 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM 16.5.2.13. Response Message: Public Comment No. 57-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.6.3] Page 35 of 37
4 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 209-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.6.3.3 ] 16.6.3.3 In-rack sprinklers shall meet the following requirements: (1) In-rack sprinklers shall be ordinary temperature rated, quick-response sprinklers. Sprinklers shall have a nominal K-factor equal to or greater than 8.0. An intermediatetemperature sprinkler shall be used where ambient conditions require. (2) In-rack sprinklers shall be installed below each barrier level. (3) In-rack sprinklers shall provide a minimum discharge flow of 30 gpm (110 L/min) out of each of the hydraulically most remote six sprinklers (six on one line or three on two lines) if one barrier level is provided, or out of each of the hydraulically most remote eight sprinklers (eight on one line or four on two lines on the same level ) if two or more barrier levels are provided. The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi (0.69 bar). Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 15:58:35 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The technical committee agrees that its definition of design area is ambiguous and has provided alternatives for calculating the demand for the most hydraulically remote sprinklers. Public Comment No. 61-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.6.3.3] Page 36 of 37
3 of 44 9/6/2016 1:40 PM Second Revision No. 206-NFPA 30-2016 [ New Section after D.2 ] D.3 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids. Fire protection criteria in 16.5.2.13, Table 16.5.2.13, and 16.6.4 are based on a fullscale fire test documented in the Underwriters Laboratories Inc. report, Class II Combustible Liquids in 55-Gallon Steel Drums Stored in Racks with Continuous Combustible Horizontal Barriers Protected by K=25.2 EC In-Rack Sprinklers. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jun 21 14:24:35 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: This revision provides a cross reference to the test report that supports new Table 16.5.2.13 and new Scheme E diagrams. Public Comment No. 65-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after D.2] Page 37 of 37