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M Landis · M Landis

What are the requirements of your department on access (Knox Box or switch or Opticom)

M Landis · M Landis

Does anyone know of a class or classes for FM's on automatic fire alarm plan review.

GaryL · GaryL

NFPA 58 section 6.3.1 calls for LPG tanks to be installed a minimum distance as measured to adjacent tanks, important buildings, groups of buildings or adjoining property line that can be built upon. SFPC Table 3804.3 calls for minimum separation distance between LP-Gas containers and buildings...

spaulk · spaulk

I need a letter or email from you to help me with a problem the City of Lexington is having with Washington and Lee University. The University is violating 401.3.2 in the Fire Code. They do not feel that they should call 911 when a Alarm is sounded . They send a W&L security officer to investigate the a...

Arthurm · Arthurm

Who out there is doing good stuff with residential overcrowding? I plan to attend the Fall conference workshop but with the recent collapse of three floors at a condo here in Harrisonburg, this issue is cooking fast. http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=228982&l=ad66b1fa36&id=1...

mpr3u · mpr3u

Everything we have read so far says that it should be done "periodically". What does this actually mean to everyone? 6 months, 1 year, 2 years.....Spoke with a rep. from a large mechanical/control co. and he couldn't clarify either. Can you help answer this one?

Arthurm · Arthurm

Do any localities have a permit process to regulate gatherings like those described in Section 403.2 of the SFPC? "In other than Group A or E occupancies, where the fire code official determines that an indoor or outdoor gathering of persons has an adverse impact on public safety through dimin...

JBarber · JBarber

Good afternoon. I am looking for a licensed contractor who is willing to bid and install residential fire sprinklers in the Charlottesville (Albemarle County) area. Can anyone help??

smokey13 · smokey13

A contractor in our area was running a hydro test which I failed because the gauge they were using was not labeled for water. I would like some thoughts on this. I know it's not in the code books, but considered the books left it up to the AHJ. Also their gauge was 600 psi which makes it hard to see a 5# change i...

GaryL · GaryL

If a fire pump and tank are located over 900' from the building in which it is providing flow and pressure, does it need to be tied into the building fire alarm system? Or, can a remote monitoring system be installed with an anunnciator panel installed in the building? A third option, can a totally separ...

mpr3u · mpr3u

Group I2 - What should be the sequence of operation for fire alarm systems operated by using duct smoke detectors only in a zone. Group I2 - Scenario - Duct detector zones are in place and shut down dampers in an area which stops airflow to other zones that also use duct detectors as notification. Is t...

joe basilone · joe basilone

2007 Edition of NFPA 72, Section 8.3.7.1.2 requires that the central station dispatch "a runner or technican to the protected premises to arrive within 2 hours after receipt of a (alarm) signal." Section 8.3.7.4 requires that a central station upon receipt of a trouble signal "...

GADean · GADean

Old question...I'm doing some research. Given: Temporary cooking operations are conducted at fairs, festivals, church socials, local publically funded athletic fields, etc. The setups are typical using tents, trailers, or maybe some permanent structures such as shacks, sheds, booths or b...

planreviewer · planreviewer

I have an extra hazard occupancy classification and according to NFPA 13 section 8.2, the system area limitation is 40,000 sq. ft. This facility has been sub divided into 10 zones all on their own riser. One of the sections exceeds this 40,000 sq. ft. limit and was told to comply with NFPA 13 8.2. The...

James · James

Good afternoon. I was wondering if anyone had first hand experience with this? I have done the usual web serches and found what is there, but I still have questions about the product. Has anyone seen it in their jurisdiction?

FM180 · FM180

Was interested in anyone having first hand knowledge in the application of a fine water mist fire suppression (NFPA 750), namely to be used in a museum atmosphere. Any pros and cons would be helpful as the local museum is requesting if this would be a good application for them. Thanks Gary

sdv000 · sdv000

Section 1004.4 of the International Fire Code states that every room or space that is an assembly occupancy should have the occupancy load posted near the main exit (the State amended the code to say rooms or spaces greater than 50). A restaurant by itself is an assembly occupancy. Therefore shou...

tink · tink

We could really benefit from television and other campaigns for fire prevention. When the state used to use Smokey the Bear people were much more aware and careful with fire sources. I think we also had fewer forrest fires during that time too. Without constant reminders for prevention people forge...

James · James

Albemarle County is looking at modifying open burning regulations - specifically with contractors in mind. The BOS is looking to address complaints from citizens in urban and growth areas of the county. I am asking for e-mails and comments from organizations who allow open burning by permit so we c...

GaryL · GaryL

Picture the following: an 18" beam 3' off of a wall. On one side of the beam the ceiling is 4" above the bottom of the beam. On the other side nearest the wall, the ceiling is 18" above the beam. The sprinkler heads are located on the ceiling 4" above the beam. No obstructions exist b...

GaryL · GaryL

In central VA, what minimum burial depth do you require fire sprinkler underground mains to be buried?

Shawn · Shawn

Does anyone out there test private hydrants? If so do you have a release the owner must sign before testing is performed. Any information is appreciated. SNM

spankyff · spankyff

Delete -- Edited by spankyff at 20:27, 2007-09-30

FM180 · FM180

I recently received a request from an engineering firm for an interpretation of NFPA-30 4.3.2.3.3(1) for the installation of 2-10,000 gallon above ground double wall tanks encased inside a typical UL-142 double wall designed secondary containment tank in first whether or not this could be done,...

Anonymous

what are the virginia regulations for a private fire pit?

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Gated Communities (Preview) What are the requirements of your department on access (Knox Box or switch or Opticom)	M Landis	0	1702	Thu May 23 14:59 2013 by M Landis
	Automatic Fire Alarm Plan Review (Preview) Does anyone know of a class or classes for FM's on automatic fire alarm plan review.	M Landis	0	1019	Thu May 23 14:57 2013 by M Landis
	Underground LPG tanks (Preview) NFPA 58 section 6.3.1 calls for LPG tanks to be installed a minimum distance as measured to adjacent tanks, important buildings, groups of buildings or adjoining property line that can be built upon. SFPC Table 3804.3 calls for minimum separation distance between LP-Gas containers and buildings...	GaryL	0	1575	Fri Oct 21 08:08 2011 by GaryL
	Help Needed (Preview) I need a letter or email from you to help me with a problem the City of Lexington is having with Washington and Lee University. The University is violating 401.3.2 in the Fire Code. They do not feel that they should call 911 when a Alarm is sounded . They send a W&L security officer to investigate the a...	spaulk	0	1434	Mon Nov 22 14:11 2010 by spaulk
	Residential Overcrowding (Preview) Who out there is doing good stuff with residential overcrowding? I plan to attend the Fall conference workshop but with the recent collapse of three floors at a condo here in Harrisonburg, this issue is cooking fast. http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=228982&l=ad66b1fa36&id=1...	Arthurm	0	4792	Mon Sep 27 15:49 2010 by Arthurm
	Maintenance cleaning of Duct Detectors (Preview) Everything we have read so far says that it should be done "periodically". What does this actually mean to everyone? 6 months, 1 year, 2 years.....Spoke with a rep. from a large mechanical/control co. and he couldn't clarify either. Can you help answer this one?	mpr3u	1	1381	Sat Aug 21 09:08 2010 by GaryL
	Special Event/Assembly Permits (Preview) Do any localities have a permit process to regulate gatherings like those described in Section 403.2 of the SFPC? "In other than Group A or E occupancies, where the fire code official determines that an indoor or outdoor gathering of persons has an adverse impact on public safety through dimin...	Arthurm	1	1334	Sat Aug 21 08:51 2010 by GaryL
	Residential fire sprinklers (Preview) Good afternoon. I am looking for a licensed contractor who is willing to bid and install residential fire sprinklers in the Charlottesville (Albemarle County) area. Can anyone help??	JBarber	1	1349	Mon May 3 13:00 2010 by mpr3u
	Hydrostatic testing (Preview) A contractor in our area was running a hydro test which I failed because the gauge they were using was not labeled for water. I would like some thoughts on this. I know it's not in the code books, but considered the books left it up to the AHJ. Also their gauge was 600 psi which makes it hard to see a 5# change i...	smokey13	3	1418	Wed Nov 4 19:35 2009 by mpr3u
	Remote Fire Pump Monitoring (Preview) If a fire pump and tank are located over 900' from the building in which it is providing flow and pressure, does it need to be tied into the building fire alarm system? Or, can a remote monitoring system be installed with an anunnciator panel installed in the building? A third option, can a totally separ...	GaryL	3	2232	Wed Nov 4 05:20 2009 by Elie123
	Duct Smoke Detectors (Preview) Group I2 - What should be the sequence of operation for fire alarm systems operated by using duct smoke detectors only in a zone. Group I2 - Scenario - Duct detector zones are in place and shut down dampers in an area which stops airflow to other zones that also use duct detectors as notification. Is t...	mpr3u	0	1225	Fri Oct 23 12:49 2009 by mpr3u
	Final Fire Alarm inspections. (Preview) 2007 Edition of NFPA 72, Section 8.3.7.1.2 requires that the central station dispatch "a runner or technican to the protected premises to arrive within 2 hours after receipt of a (alarm) signal." Section 8.3.7.4 requires that a central station upon receipt of a trouble signal "...	joe basilone	3	1958	Mon Sep 28 09:29 2009 by GaryL
	Temporary cooking operations (Preview) Old question...I'm doing some research. Given: Temporary cooking operations are conducted at fairs, festivals, church socials, local publically funded athletic fields, etc. The setups are typical using tents, trailers, or maybe some permanent structures such as shacks, sheds, booths or b...	GADean	0	1201	Wed Mar 18 15:29 2009 by GADean
	Supression system limitations (Preview) I have an extra hazard occupancy classification and according to NFPA 13 section 8.2, the system area limitation is 40,000 sq. ft. This facility has been sub divided into 10 zones all on their own riser. One of the sections exceeds this 40,000 sq. ft. limit and was told to comply with NFPA 13 8.2. The...	planreviewer	1	1280	Thu Mar 5 09:22 2009 by GaryL
	Tannerite (Preview) Good afternoon. I was wondering if anyone had first hand experience with this? I have done the usual web serches and found what is there, but I still have questions about the product. Has anyone seen it in their jurisdiction?	James	2	1403	Sat Sep 20 21:58 2008 by firemarshal8
	Fine Water Mist Fire Suppression (Preview) Was interested in anyone having first hand knowledge in the application of a fine water mist fire suppression (NFPA 750), namely to be used in a museum atmosphere. Any pros and cons would be helpful as the local museum is requesting if this would be a good application for them. Thanks Gary	FM180	1	2060	Tue Aug 12 08:04 2008 by watchdog 1
	IFC (Preview) Section 1004.4 of the International Fire Code states that every room or space that is an assembly occupancy should have the occupancy load posted near the main exit (the State amended the code to say rooms or spaces greater than 50). A restaurant by itself is an assembly occupancy. Therefore shou...	sdv000	2	1665	Thu Jul 3 20:06 2008 by GaryL
	Television and other campaigns (Preview) We could really benefit from television and other campaigns for fire prevention. When the state used to use Smokey the Bear people were much more aware and careful with fire sources. I think we also had fewer forrest fires during that time too. Without constant reminders for prevention people forge...	tink	1	1156	Thu Jul 3 19:42 2008 by GaryL
	Open burning regulations (Preview) Albemarle County is looking at modifying open burning regulations - specifically with contractors in mind. The BOS is looking to address complaints from citizens in urban and growth areas of the county. I am asking for e-mails and comments from organizations who allow open burning by permit so we c...	James	0	1213	Wed Jun 4 08:21 2008 by James
	Sprinklers and beam pockets (Preview) Picture the following: an 18" beam 3' off of a wall. On one side of the beam the ceiling is 4" above the bottom of the beam. On the other side nearest the wall, the ceiling is 18" above the beam. The sprinkler heads are located on the ceiling 4" above the beam. No obstructions exist b...	GaryL	2	21372	Sun Mar 30 07:58 2008 by GaryL
	Underground Fire Protection Mains (Preview) In central VA, what minimum burial depth do you require fire sprinkler underground mains to be buried?	GaryL	1	1289	Thu Feb 21 18:39 2008 by ELittle
	Testing of Private Hydrants (Preview) Does anyone out there test private hydrants? If so do you have a release the owner must sign before testing is performed. Any information is appreciated. SNM	Shawn	1	1198	Wed Nov 14 09:05 2007 by GaryL
	Delete post (Preview) Delete -- Edited by spankyff at 20:27, 2007-09-30	spankyff	0	1159	Sun Sep 23 15:09 2007 by spankyff
	Secondary Containments (Preview) I recently received a request from an engineering firm for an interpretation of NFPA-30 4.3.2.3.3(1) for the installation of 2-10,000 gallon above ground double wall tanks encased inside a typical UL-142 double wall designed secondary containment tank in first whether or not this could be done,...	FM180	0	1215	Mon Sep 17 15:25 2007 by Anonymous
	fire pit regulations (Preview) what are the virginia regulations for a private fire pit?	Anonymous	2	2104	Mon Sep 17 15:11 2007 by Anonymous
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