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1 Dear FLC-SWC Committee, If you plan to attend the NFPA 30 Second Draft meeting remotely, please use the following: Audio NOTE: For audio you MUST dial in on your phone. I will not be enabling the use of computer microphones, as this often causes feedback problems. Conference Number: US (Toll Free): Participant Code: URL to additional access numbers: Visual To join the meeting: If you have never attended an Adobe Connect meeting before: Test your connection: Get a quick overview: Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Connect are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Best regards, Janna Shapiro Associate Engineer National Fire Protection Association jshapiro@nfpa.org Office: (617) Cell: (617)

2 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE COMMITTEE MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: NFPA 30 Technical Committee on Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks R. P. Benedetti DATE: June 9, 2016 SUBJECT: Agenda for NFPA 30 Second Draft Meeting Tuesday June 21, :00 AM to 5:00 PM Ladies and Gentlemen: Attached is the Agenda for the NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code, Second Draft meeting of the NFPA 30 Technical Committee on Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks, to be held 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday, June 21, 2016, at the Marriott Hotel, Charleston SC. This Agenda will also be posted to the NFPA 30 Document Information Page at If you have additional items for the Agenda, please bring them with you to the meeting. P.S. The last page of the Agenda is a summary of the motions and actions that can be taken on Public Comments at the Second Draft Meeting. rpb/ cc FLCC Meeting Folder FLCSWC/NM FLCSWC Agenda.doc

3 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE COMMITTEE AGENDA NFPA 30 Second Draft Meeting NFPA 30 Technical Committee on Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks Marriott Hotel, Charleston SC Tuesday, June 21, 2016, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM 1. Call to Order. 2. Introduction of Attendees. Update of Committee Roster. [Attachment A1] 3. Approval of Minutes of Last Meeting. (September, 2015, Austin TX) [Attachment A2] 4. Report of Committee Chair. 5. Report of Staff Liaison. Staff Presentation Technical Committee Membership Status. [Attachment A3] Document Revision Schedule for Annual 2014 Cycle. [Attachment A4] 6. Member Reports on Current Issues. [As Necessary] 7. Review and Act on Public Comments to the First Draft Report for the 2018 edition of NFPA 30. Encl.: Public Comments - Chapters 9 through 16 & Annexes D & E [Attachment A5] First Revisions & Committee Inputs [Attachment A6] 8. Global Comment: Definitions of Container and Intermediate Bulk Container. Deletion of term portable tank in certain chapters. [Attachment A7] 9. Planning for Next Edition of NFPA 30: Annual 2020 Revision Cycle / NFPA [Public Input Closing Date is June 27, 2018] 10. Old Business. [NONE] 11. New Business. [NONE] 12. Schedule Next Meeting(s). 13. Adjournment. FLCSWC Agenda.doc

4 Address List No Phone Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks Flammable and Combustible Liquids John A. LeBlanc Chair FM Global 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike PO Box 9102 Norwood, MA Alternate: Christopher J. Wieczorek I 1/1/1992 FLC-SWC Peter R. Apostoluk Principal Greif Inc. 366 Greif Parkway Delaware, OH /27/2016 Janna E. Shapiro FLC-SWC M 1/12/2000 FLC-SWC Tracey D. Bellamy Principal Telgian Corporation 900 Circle 75 Parkway, Suite 680 Atlanta, GA The Home Depot U 10/4/2001 FLC-SWC Glen A. Carter Principal Justrite Manufacturing Company, LLC 14 Western Avenue s Mattoon, IL Alternate: Grant L. Hart M 1/10/2008 FLC-SWC William V. F. Cosey Principal Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC 2705 Roses Run Aiken, SC U 03/03/2014 FLC-SWC Tom de Nooij Principal Riskonet B.V. Singel 540 Amsterdam, 1017 AZ The Netherlands Alternate: William E. Koffel SE 04/08/2015 FLC-SWC Claire V. De Taeye Principal Travelers Insurance Company 75 Town Centre Drive Rochester, NY Alternate: Timothy S. Murphy I 3/1/2011 FLC-SWC Keric M. Fitzgerald Principal Roche Diagnostics 9115 Hague Road W1 Facility Indianapolis, IN U 08/11/2014 FLC-SWC John J. Foley Principal JENSEN HUGHES 3500 Piedmont Road, Suite 750 Atlanta, GA Alternate: Joseph L. Scheffey SE 1/1/1992 FLC-SWC Dwight H. Havens Principal Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation 20 Bellflower Road Malta, NY U 7/24/1997 FLC-SWC Donald B. Hicks Principal Dow Corning Corporation 3901 South Saginaw Road PO Box 995, Mail #60 Midland, MI NFPA Industrial Fire Protection Section Alternate: Michael D. Snyder U 7/14/2004 FLC-SWC Richard J. Hild Principal Axalta Coating Systems 1003 Bogart Circle Bel Air, MD American Coatings Association M 10/1/1993 FLC-SWC 1

5 Address List No Phone Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks Flammable and Combustible Liquids Todd M. Kidd Principal Liberty Mutual Insurance Companies 520 Mainsail Road Salisbury, NC Alternate: Joshua Goodson I 8/9/2011 FLC-SWC David C. Kirby Principal Baker Engineering & Risk Consultants, Inc Clearview s Charleston, WV Alternate: Duane L. Rehmeyer 04/27/2016 Janna E. Shapiro FLC-SWC SE 1/1/1991 FLC-SWC Richard S. Kraus Principal API/Petroleum Safety Consultants 210 East Fairfax Street, Apt. 600 Falls Church, VA American Petroleum Institute M 1/1/1989 FLC-SWC Jonathan Kulpit Principal FPI Consortium, Inc West Chestnut Chicago, IL SE 03/03/2014 FLC-SWC Thomas S. Lentz Principal Aon Risk Services, Inc Benoy Court Lakewood, IL I 3/2/2010 FLC-SWC David P. Nugent Principal Global Risk Consultants 2037 Clover Road Northbrook, IL SE 01/15/2004 FLC-SWC Anthony M. Ordile Principal Haines Fire & Risk Consulting Corporation 1 Linda Lane, Suite B Southampton, NJ Alternate: Stephen W. Haines SE 10/1/1993 FLC-SWC Roland A. Riegel Principal UL LLC 1285 Walt Whitman Road Melville, NY Alternate: Alfredo M. Ramirez RT 3/21/2006 FLC-SWC Lee T. Rindfuss Principal Marsh Risk Consulting 99 High Street Boston, MA I 10/1/1993 FLC-SWC George A. Seuss, Jr. Principal The Hanover Insurance Group Verlan Fire Insurance Company Little Patuxent Parkway Suite 500 Columbia, MD I 10/23/2003 FLC-SWC Ronald J. Stephens Principal Allan Automatic Sprinkler Corp. of So. California 3233 Enterprise Street Brea, CA National Fire Sprinkler Association Alternate: Ronald N. Webb M 4/1/1996 FLC-SWC David C. Swenson Principal The Sherwin-Williams Company 333 Republic Building 101 Prospect Avenue Cleveland, OH Alternate: Randy Slama M 1/1/1994 FLC-SWC David B. Wechsler Principal Consultant Dalton Bluff Court Katy, TX American Chemistry Council U 12/08/2015 FLC-SWC Peter J. Willse Principal Global Asset Protection Services 100 Constitution Plaza, 12th Floor Hartford, CT I 3/21/2006 FLC-SWC 2

6 Address List No Phone Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks Flammable and Combustible Liquids Martin H. Workman Principal The Viking Corporation 210 North Industrial Park Road Hastings, MI American Fire Sprinkler Association Design Alternate: Christopher Thomas Kachura IM 4/17/1998 FLC-SWC Scott Wright Principal 3M Company 3M Center Building 224 6W 28 St. Paul, MN Alternate: Richard E. Stutzki 04/27/2016 Janna E. Shapiro FLC-SWC U 12/08/2015 FLC-SWC Kevin M. Wypychoski Principal Precision Mechanical Services, Inc. PO Box 79 Guilford, CT IM 04/05/2016 FLC-SWC Joshua Goodson Alternate Liberty Mutual Account Engineer 102 Founders Pointe Boulevard Franklin, TN Principal: Todd M. Kidd I 12/08/2015 FLC-SWC Stephen W. Haines Alternate Haines Fire & Risk Consulting Corp. 1 Linda Lane, Suite B Southampton, NJ Principal: Anthony M. Ordile SE 8/2/2010 FLC-SWC Grant L. Hart Alternate US Chemical Storage Hobbs Station Road Louisville, KY Justrite Manufacturing Company, LLC Principal: Glen A. Carter M 08/17/2015 FLC-SWC Christopher Thomas Kachura Alternate Southeast Fire Protection 5600 Berrybrook Drive Houston, TX American Fire Sprinkler Association Design Principal: Martin H. Workman IM 04/05/2016 FLC-SWC William E. Koffel Alternate Koffel Associates, Inc Centre Park Drive, Suite 200 Columbia, MD Principal: Tom de Nooij SE 04/08/2015 FLC-SWC Timothy S. Murphy Alternate Travelers Insurance Company 1000 Windward Concourse Alpharetta, GA Principal: Claire V. De Taeye I 03/03/2014 FLC-SWC Alfredo M. Ramirez Alternate UL LLC 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook, IL Principal: Roland A. Riegel RT 03/07/2013 FLC-SWC Duane L. Rehmeyer Alternate Baker Engineering & Risk Consultants, Inc. 709 Highspire Road Glenmore, PA Principal: David C. Kirby SE 8/2/2010 FLC-SWC Joseph L. Scheffey Alternate JENSEN HUGHES 3610 Commerce Drive, Suite 817 Baltimore, MD Principal: John J. Foley SE 1/16/1998 FLC-SWC 3

7 Address List No Phone Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks Flammable and Combustible Liquids Randy Slama Alternate Sherwin Williams Co 101 Prospect Ave Nw 333 Republic Cleveland, OH Us The Sherwin-Williams Company Principal: David C. Swenson M 04/05/2016 FLC-SWC Michael D. Snyder Alternate Dow Corning Corporation 2200 West Salzburg Road (Mail #CO2244) Midland, MI NFPA Industrial Fire Protection Section Principal: Donald B. Hicks 04/27/2016 Janna E. Shapiro FLC-SWC U 12/08/2015 FLC-SWC Richard E. Stutzki Alternate 3M Company Route 84 North Cordova, IL Principal: Scott Wright U 10/29/2012 FLC-SWC Ronald N. Webb Alternate S.A. Comunale Company, Inc Newpark Drive Barberton, OH National Fire Sprinkler Association Principal: Ronald J. Stephens M 12/08/2015 FLC-SWC Christopher J. Wieczorek Alternate FM Global 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike PO Box 9102 Norwood, MA Principal: John A. LeBlanc I 1/14/2005 FLC-SWC Jack Woycheese Member Emeritus 1649 Constable Street Prescott, AZ SE 1/1/1991 FLC-SWC Janna E. Shapiro Staff Liaison National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA /04/2015 FLC-SWC 4

8 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE COMMITTEE I. Participation Minutes of NFPA 30 First Draft Meeting NFPA 30 Technical Committee on Storage and Warehousing of Containers and Portable Tanks Crowne Plaza Hotel, Austin TX Wednesday, September 9, 2015, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM T. D. Bellamy, Telgian Corporation (Rep. The Home Depot) G. A. Carter, Justrite Manufacturing Company, LLC W. V. F. Cosey, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC T. de Nooij, Riskonet BV C. V. De Taeye, Travelers, Insurance Company (via web conference) J. J. Foley, JENSEN HUGHES G. L. Hart, US Chemical Storage (Alternate to G. A. Carter Rep. Justrite Manufacturing Company, LLC) D. H. Havens, Bechtel Marine Propulsion Corporation D. B. Hicks, Dow Corning Corporation (via web conference) (Rep. NFPA Industrial Fire Protection Section R. J. Hild, Axalta Coating Systems (Rep. American Coatings Association) T. M. Kidd, Liberty Mutual Insurance Companies R. S. Kraus, Petroleum Safety Consultants (Rep. American Petroleum Institute) J. Kulpit, FPI Consortium, Inc. J. A. LeBlanc, FM Global, CHAIR T. S. Lentz, Aon Risk Services, Inc. T. S. Murphy, Travelers Insurance Company (Alternate to C. V. De Taeye) D. P. Nugent, Global Risk Consultants A. M. Ordile, Haines Fire & Risk Consulting Corp. A. M. Ramirez, UL LLC (Alternate to R. A. Riegel) R. A. Riegel, UL LLC L. T. Rindfuss, Marsh Risk Consulting J. L. Scheffey, JENSEN HUGHES (Alternate to J. J. Foley) (via web conference) G. A. Seuss Jr., Hanover Insurance Group / Verlan Fire Insurance Company M. D. Snyder, Dow Corning Corporation (Alternate to D. B. Hicks Rep. Industrial Fire Protection Section) R. J. Stephens, Allan Automatic Sprinkler Corp. of Southern California (Rep. National Fire Sprinkler Association) R. E. Stutzki, 3M Company (Alternate to S. Wright) (via web conference) D. C. Swenson, The Sherwin-Williams Company R. P. Benedetti, National Fire Protection Association, STAFF LIAISON J. Shapiro, National Fire Protection Association, STAFF LIAISON GUESTS: T. Blackford, Chevron Energy Technology Company A. Bogdan, 3M Industrial Adhesives & tapes Division A. Cole, Aman Fire Engineering

9 G. R. Colonna, National Fire Protection Association A. A. Kelly, JENSEN HUGHES P. E. Myers, PEMY Consulting LLC J. W. Richmond, Eastman Chemical Company L. Rindfuss, Marsh Risk Consulting D. C. Swenson, The Sherwin-Williams Company S. M. Tyler, Sasol North America R. Upson, National Fire Sprinkler Association J. J. Wanko, U. S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration D. Wechsler, Katy TX (Rep. American Chemistry Council) R. Young, Petroleum Equipment Institute Members Unable to Attend P. R. Apostoluk, Greif Incorporated K. M. Fitzgerald, Roche Diagnostics S. W. Haines, Haines Fire & Risk Consulting Corp. (Alternate to A. M. Ordile) D. C. Kirby, Baker Engineering & Risk Consultants, Inc. W. E. Koffel, Koffel Associates (Alternate to de Nooij) D. L. Rehmeyer, Baker Engineering & Risk Consultants, Inc. (Alternate to D. C. Kirby) P. J. Willse, Global Asset Protection Services C. J. Wieczorek, FM Global (Alternate to J. A. LeBlanc) M. H. Workman, The Viking Corporation (Rep. American Fire Sprinkler Association) II. Minutes 1. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 AM on September 9, 2015 by Technical Committee Chair John LeBlanc. 2. Attendees introduced themselves. The Technical Committee roster was corrected as needed. 3. The Minutes of the last meeting (June 2013, San Antonio TX) were unanimously approved as submitted. 4. Technical Committee Chair presented a brief report on the Agenda. 5. Staff Liaison Janna Shapiro reported on the following: Scopes of Technical Correlating Committee and Technical Committees. The proposed amendments to the Committee scope statement were agreed upon. The Staff Liaison was directed to ballot the new scope statement. Membership Status. The Staff Liaison reported on recent changes to committee membership and on the balance of interests on the committees. Document Revision Schedule for NFPA The Staff Liaison reviewed the revision schedule for the Annual 2017 revision schedule. 6. The Technical Committee discussed issues related to FM 6020 and UL 2368, both of which are listing documents for nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers. The Technical Committee decided to reactivate the NFPA 30 Container Protection Task Group, on an as needed basis. 7. The Technical Committee reviewed and took action on all public inputs to amend those chapters of the 2015 edition of NFPA 30 that are under this Technical Committee s jurisdiction. These included Public Inputs to Chapters 9, 10, 12, 14, 16 and Annex D, as well as two Global Inputs (low pressure dispensing containers; referenced standards). These resulted in 9 First Revisions and 4 Committee Inputs. With respect to the Global Input on low pressure dispensing containers, the Technical Committee determined that these were beyond the scope of NFPA 30 and should be dealt with under another Technical Committee project.

10 The Staff Liaison was directed to proceed with the First Draft ballot. 8. There was no recent correspondence requiring the Technical Correlating Committee s attention. 9. Under Old Business : - The Technical Committee discussed the need for a definition for rack section. It was found that the term is not used on NFPA 13. Messrs. Havens, Rindfuss, and Benedetti agreed to review the text of NFPA 30 to determine whether the term is used consistently. - The topic of low pressure dispensing containers was handled under Agenda Item 7. - The Technical Committee determined that revisions to Table to correlate with the U. S. Department of Transportation regulations would serve no purpose. 10. There was no new business requiring the Technical Committee s attention. 11. The Technical Committee deferred to the Correlating Committee on scheduling the 2nd Draft Meeting, but did state preferences for the week of June 6 or June 20 and for Milwaukee WI or Charleston SC. 12. The meeting adjourned at 6:00 PM.

11 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS CODE COMMITTEE COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP BALANCE TCC on Flammable & Combustible Liquids - FLC-AAC Principals: 12 M: 2 (17%)* U: 4 (33%) Voting Alternates: 0 I/M: 0 L/C: 0 Alternates: 4 R/T: 1 (8%) E: 0 Non-Voting: 5 I: 1 (8%) SE: 4 (33%) Emeritus: 3 Task Group: 0 Hold List: 1 Balance: OK *(containers: 0 liquids: 2) T/C on Fundamentals of Flammable & Combustible Liquids - FLC-FUN Principals: 27 M: 6 (22%)* U: 6 (22%)** Voting Alternates: 0 I/M: 0 L/C: 0 Alternates: 8 R/T: 1 (4%) E: 1 (4%) Non-Voting: 1 I: 6 (22%) SE: 7 (26%) Emeritus: 1 Task Group: 0 Hold List: 6 Balance: OK *(containers: 1 fire suppression equipment: 1 liquids: 4 tanks: 0) **(end user: 3 warehousing: 1) T/C on Operations - FLC-OPS Principals: 30 M: 8 (27%)* U: 8 (27%) Voting Alternates: 0 I/M: 0 L/C: 0 Alternates: 15 R/T: 1 (3%) E: 0 Non-Voting: 1 I: 7 (23%) SE: 6 (20%) Emeritus: 1 Task Group: 0 Hold List: 5 Balance: OK *(liquid handling equipment: 1 liquids: 7) FLCC Scope Statements & Member Balance.doc - 5/3/2016

12 T/C on Storage & Warehousing of Containers & Portable Tanks - FLC-SWC Principals: 29 M: 6 (21%)* U: 7 (25%) Voting Alternates: 0 I/M: 2 (4%)** L/C: 0 Alternates: 14 R/T: 1 (4%) E: 0 Non-Voting: 0 I: 7 (25%) SE: 6 (21%) Emeritus: 1 Task Group: 0 Hold List: 4 Balance: OK *(containers: 1 fire suppression systems: 1 liquids: 3 safety cabinets & cans: 1) **(fire suppression systems: 2) T/C on Tank Storage & Piping Systems - FLC-TAN Principals: 27 M: 5 (18%)* U: 8 (30%) Voting Alternates: 0 I/M: 0 L/C: 0 Alternates: 13 R/T: 1 (4%) E: 1 (4%) Non-Voting: 1 I: 3 (11%) SE: 9 (33%) Emeritus: 4 Task Group: 0 Hold List: 4 Balance: OK *(fire suppression systems: 0 liquid handling equipment: 2 tanks: 2 tank appurtenances: 1) FLCC Scope Statements & Member Balance.doc - 5/3/2016

13 2017 ANNUAL REVISION CYCLE *Public Input Dates may vary according to standards and schedules for Revision Cycles may change. Please check the NFPA Website for the most up to date information on Public Input Closing Dates and schedules at # (i.e. and click on the Next Edition tab. Process Stage Process Step Dates for TC Dates for TC with CC Public Input Closing Date* 7/6/15 7/6/15 Final Date for TC First Draft Meeting 12/14/15 9/14/15 Public Input Posting of First Draft and TC Ballot 2/1/16 10/26/15 Stage Final date for Receipt of TC First Draft ballot 2/22/16 11/16/15 `(First Draft) Final date for Receipt of TC First Draft ballot recirc 2/29/16 11/23/15 Posting of First Draft for CC Meeting 11/30/15 Final date for CC First Draft Meeting 1/11/16 Posting of First Draft and CC Ballot 2/1/16 Final date for Receipt of CC First Draft ballot 2/22/16 Final date for Receipt of CC First Draft ballot recirc 2/29/16 Post First Draft Report for Public Comment 3/7/16 3/7/16 Public Comment closing date 5/16/16 5/16/16 Final Date to Publish Notice of Consent Standards (Standards that 5/30/16 5/30/16 received no Comments) Appeal Closing Date for Consent Standards (Standards that received 6/13/16 6/13/16 no Comments) Final date for TC Second Draft Meeting 10/31/16 7/25/16 Comment Posting of Second Draft and TC Ballot 12/12/16 9/5/16 Stage Final date for Receipt of TC Second Draft ballot 1/2/17 9/26/16 (Second Final date for receipt of TC Second Draft ballot recirc 1/9/17 10/3/16 Draft) Posting of Second Draft for CC Meeting 10/10/16 Final date for CC Second Draft Meeting 11/21/16 Posting of Second Draft for CC Ballot 12/12/16 Final date for Receipt of CC Second Draft ballot 1/2/17 Final date for Receipt of CC Second Draft ballot recirc 1/9/17 Post Second Draft Report for NITMAM Review 1/16/17 1/16/17 Tech Session Notice of Intent to Make a Motion (NITMAM) Closing Date 2/20/17 2/20/17 Preparation Posting of Certified Amending Motions (CAMs) and Consent 4/17/17 4/17/17 Standards (& Issuance) Appeal Closing Date for Consent Standards 5/2/17 5/2/17 SC Issuance Date for Consent Standards 5/12/17 5/12/17 Tech Session Association Meeting for Standards with CAMs 6/4 7/2017 6/4 7/2017 Appeals and Appeal Closing Date for Standards with CAMs 6/27/17 6/27/17 Issuance SC Issuance Date for Standards with CAMs 8/10/17 8/10/17 Approved: October 30, 2012 Revised

14 7 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 58-NFPA [ Section No ] This chapter shall not apply to the following: (1) Containers, intermediate bulk containers, and portable tanks that are used in operations areas, as covered by Chapter 17 (2) Liquids in the fuel tanks of motor vehicles, aircraft, boats, or portable or stationary engines (3) Beverages where packaged in individual containers that do not exceed 1.3 gal (5 L) capacity (4) Medicines, foodstuffs, cosmetics, and other consumer products that contain not more than 50 percent by volume of water-miscible flammable or combustible liquids, with the remainder of the product consisting of components that do not burn and where packaged in individual containers that do not exceed 1.3 gal (5 L) capacity (5) (6) Liquids that have no fire point when tested in accordance with ASTM D92, Standard Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup Tester, up to the boiling point of the liquid or up to a temperature at which the liquid shows an obvious physical change (7) Liquids with a flash point greater than 95 F (35 C) in a water-miscible solution or water-miscible dispersion with a water and noncombustible solids content of more than 80 percent by weight, and which does not sustain combustion when tested in accordance with Method of Testing for Sustained Combustibility, in accordance with 49 CFR 173, Appendix H, or the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (8) Distilled spirits and wines in wooden barrels or casks Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment These two exemptions no longer apply to NFPA 30. Full scale fire testing has shown that alcohol-water mixtures consisting of a mix can create challenging fire hazards and that protection criteria provided in NFPA 13 is not adequate to control those hazards. The last revision of NFPA 13 eliminated the commodity classification of these materials from its annex. Newly proposed protection criteria along with the proposed revision to Section 12.8 provides protection criteria for all these types of products that can be used in a general purpose warehouse. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 44-NFPA [Section No. 12.8] Related Item Public Input No. 94-NFPA [Section No ] Submitter Information Verification Relationship This public comment was aimed at correcting previously allowed protection critiera in general purpose warehouses that was inadquate for the liqid storage being allowed. Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip:

15 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Submittal Date: Mon May 16 14:35:14 EDT 2016

16 9 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 71-NFPA [ Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ]

17 0 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM 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 , 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: (3) ASTM F852, Standard Specification for Portable Gasoline Containers for Consumer Use (4) ASTM F976, Standard Specification for Portable Kerosene and Diesel Containers for Consumer Use (5) Nonmetallic or metallic commercial/industrial safety cans meeting the requirements of, and used within the scope of, one or more of the following specifications: (6) ANSI/UL 30, Standard for Metal Safety Cans (7) ANSI/UL 1313, Standard for Nonmetallic Safety Cans for Petroleum Products (8) FM Global Approval Standard for Safety Containers and Filling, Supply, and Disposal Containers Class Number 6051 and 6052 (9) Plastic containers that meet requirements set by, and contain products authorized by, the following: (10) The U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts , or by Part 6 of the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (11) 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 , or by Part 6 of the UN publication Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (12) Fiber drums that meet the following: (13) 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 (14) 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, Chapter I, or by the U.S. Department of Transportation exemption (15)* Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers that meet requirements set by, and contain products authorized by, the following: (16) The U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts , or by Part 6 of the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, for Classes 31H1, 31H2, and 31HZ1 (17) 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 Regulations, Parts , or by Part 6 of the UN publication Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (18) Glass containers up to the capacity limits stated in Table and in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts (19) Other containers that comply with Section

18 1 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment To allow for other container types that can pass requisite fire testing. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 70-NFPA [Section No ] Related Item First Revision No. 211-NFPA [Section No ] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Jeffrey Shapiro Organization: International Code Consultants Affilliation: self Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 17:00:56 EDT 2016

19 2 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 70-NFPA [ Section No ] For protected storage, rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers, as described in 9.4.1(6) and other approved 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. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment To provide for fiberboard IBCs that are able to pass the requisite fire testing. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 71-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item First Revision No. 211-NFPA [Section No ] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Jeffrey Shapiro Organization: International Code Consultants Affilliation: Self Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:56:17 EDT 2016

20 3 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 39-NFPA [ Section No ] 11.3 General Requirements. The storage of liquids in dedicated storage areas shall comply with either Chapter 9 or, and storage in operational areas shall comply with Section 18.5 of this code. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment This revision is to coordinate with changes to Section , which together provide a more complete and consistent set of rules for storage of liquids in Industrial Occupancies. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 41-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 43-NFPA [Section No ] Related Item Committee Input No. 107-NFPA [Section No ] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Alwin Kelly Organization: Jensen Hughes Affilliation: N/A Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri May 13 14:16:03 EDT 2016

21 4 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 42-NFPA [ Section No ] 12.3 General Requirements A general-purpose warehouse that stores liquids in quantities that exceed the maximum allowable quantities permitted in control areas by Table 9.6.1, but do not exceed the amounts permitted by Section 12.8 shall meet the requirements of Section A general-purpose warehouse that stores liquids in quantities that and liquid-package combinations that exceed the amounts permitted by Section 12.8 shall meet the requirements for a liquid storage room or liquid warehouse, whichever is applicable Facilities covered by this chapter shall meet the requirements of Section For the purposes of this chapter, protected storage shall mean storage installed after January 1, 1997, that is protected in accordance with Chapter 16. All other storage shall be considered unprotected storage unless an alternate means of protection has been approved by the authority having jurisdiction. (See and Section 16.9.) Protected and unprotected solid pile and palletized storage shall be provided with aisles that are arranged so that no container, portable tank, or intermediate bulk container is more than 20 ft (6 m) from an aisle Protected solid pile and palletized storage and protected storage on racks shall be provided with minimum 6 ft (1.8 m) aisles between adjacent piles or adjacent rack sections, unless otherwise specified in Chapter Unprotected solid pile and palletized storage shall be provided with minimum 4 ft (1.2 m) aisles between adjacent piles. Main aisles shall be a minimum of 8 ft (2.4 m) wide. Exception: For Class IIIB liquids stored in containers at temperatures below their flash points, the distance between piles is permitted to be reduced from 4 ft (1.2 m) to 2 ft (0.6 m) in proportion to commensurate reductions in the maximum storage height and maximum quantity per pile as given in Table Unprotected rack storage shall be provided with minimum 4 ft (1.2 m) aisles between adjacent rack sections and adjacent storage of liquids. Main aisles shall be a minimum of 8 ft (2.4 m) wide Storage of empty or idle combustible pallets inside protected liquid storage areas shall comply with NFPA Storage of empty or idle combustible pallets inside unprotected liquid storage areas shall be limited to a maximum pile size of 2500 ft 2 (230 m 2 ) and to a maximum storage height of 6 ft (1.8 m) Storage of empty or idle combustible pallets shall be separated from storage of liquids by minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisles.

22 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Limited quantities of combustible commodities, as defined in NFPA 13, shall be permitted to be stored in liquid storage areas if the ordinary combustibles, other than those used for packaging the liquids, are separated from the liquids in storage by a minimum of 8 ft (2.4 m) horizontally, either by aisles or by open racks, and if protection is provided in accordance with Chapter 16. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment There is a proposal to completely rewrite section The changes proposed here are intended to ensure section 12.3 works with the newly proposed section Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 44-NFPA [Section No. 12.8] Related Item Public Input No. 94-NFPA [Section No ] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri May 13 14:58:22 EDT 2016

23 6 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 44-NFPA [ Section No ] 12.8 General-Purpose Warehouses * 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 The liquid-container combinations listed in Table 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: (1) 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 (2) The provisions of Chapter The quantities and height of liquid storage are limited to the following: (1) Class IA liquids: not permitted (2) 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 (3) 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 (4) 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) (5) 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) Where two or more classes of liquids are stored in a single pile or rack section, the following shall apply: (1) 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. (2) 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. (3) The sum of the proportional amounts shall not exceed 100 percent.

24 7 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM * 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: (1) 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 (2) 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 generalpurpose warehouse if the packaging systems are listed and labeled for use with these commodities. All other provisions of Section 12.8 also apply a general purpose warehouse without quantity limits if protected in accordance with Chapter 16. Table Liquid-Container Combinations Permitted in Protected General Purpose Warehouses Liquid Type Container Size Container Construction Class IB, IC, II, IIIA and IIIB 5 gal (19 L) Steel FP 500 o F (260 o C) 275 gal Composite IBC Bag-in-Box IBC FP 450 o F (232 o C) 5 gal (19L) Plastic or Glass FP 200 o F (93 o C) 5 gal (19L) Plastic or Glass FP 200 o F (93 o C) 2 oz (60 ml) Plastic or Glass Ethanol or Isopropanol 1 gal (4L) Plastic or Glass The liquid-container combinations listed in Table shall not require emergency drainage, containment, hazardous area rated electrical equipment or low level ventilation The following shall apply to the storage of liquids and ordinary combustible commodities in general purpose warehouses: (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. Except as provided for in (1), ordinary (2) Ordinary combustible commodities shall be separated from liquids in containers by a minimum distance of 8 ft (2.4 m). Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The liquid-container combinations listed in Table represent fire hazards well in excess of commodities commonly stored in general purpose warehouses. Protection criteria provided in NFPA 13 cannot control these fire hazards and would result in the development of large pool fires that will quickly overtax the protection systems.. However, these fire hazards can be very effectively controlled using testing-defined protection criteria provided in

25 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Chapter 16. In all cases, the combination of strong protection scheme and limited container sizes produced well controlled fires that did not produce spreading pool fires. In addition to the well controlled fires provided by the combination of a strong protection scheme and the 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 the release and result in large number of ceiling sprinkler operations and wide area ignition of other lower hazard (e.g., expanded or unexpanded plastics) commodities (spill and delayed ignition scenario). The strong protection schemes and limited container sizes eliminates the need for containment, emergency drainage, hazardous area electrical equipment and low level ventilation. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 42-NFPA [Section No. 12.3] Public Comment No. 45-NFPA [Sections A , A ] Public Comment No. 58-NFPA [Section No ] Related Item Public Input No. 94-NFPA [Section No ] Relationship The changes proposed here resulted in the proposed changes in PC 42 Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri May 13 15:09:41 EDT 2016

26 9 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 67-NFPA [ Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ]

27 Revise Figure (a) as follows: Protected using Table , , or , or

28 0 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Where automatic sprinkler systems or low-expansion foam-water sprinkler systems are used to protect storage of liquids, Figure (a), Figure (b), or Figure (c), whichever is applicable, and the appropriate table in Section 16.5 shall be used to determine protection criteria. Figure (a) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible and Nonmiscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Metal Containers. Figure (b) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible and Nonmiscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Nonmetallic Containers. Figure (c) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Nonmetallic Containers.

29 1 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Additional Proposed Changes File Name Description Approved NFPA_30_Figure_16_4_1_a_revision.pdf Revision to Figure (a) Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 53-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA [Section No ] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 67-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 68-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 69-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. Street Address: City:

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31 3 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 52-NFPA [ Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Paragraphs through and their related tables, Table through Table , shall be used to determine the protection criteria and storage arrangement for the applicable liquid class, container type, and storage configuration, as described in through and subject to the provisions of Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment This is one of a series of Public Comments submitted to add protection criteria for metal containers using K25.2 pendent, extended coverage sprinklers as in-rack sprinklers. These criteria are based on a full scale fire test conducted at UL. Public Inputs were submitted on these criteria that have since been reviewed with the Protection Criteria Task Group. These Public Comments include several modifications to the Public Inputs that are based on discussions with the Protection Criteria Task Group. Answers to the questions from the Technical Committee on the Public Input are provided below. 1. What is the rationale for the ignition scenario? The ignition scenario is based on the spill of the entire contents of a 55 gallon drum at a rate of 2.5 gpm. The spill is located on the second tier of storage, centered horizontally between in-rack sprinklers. This ignition location maximizes the distance between the ignition source and the in-rack sprinklers. In addition, the ignition source exposes filled drums both above and below because it is located at the second tier of the storage rack. 2. How is the protection extrapolated to unlimited storage height and building height? In the full-scale fire test the fire did not spread to involve any of the stored commodity, while activating only the in-rack sprinklers. This same result could be expected regardless of the height of the storage or building, since the protection scheme would be repeated. 3. Why is the ceiling protection not balanced with in-racks given container sizes are 55 gal? In the full-scale fire test the in-rack sprinklers controlled the fire with the need for ceiling sprinklers. The test used an ignition location at the face of the rack in the horizontally most remote location from the in-rack sprinklers, which maximizes the activation time of the in-rack sprinklers. The temperature above the ignition location at various distances below the ceiling is provided in the second graph on p. A-3 of the test report. The data shows that a ceiling sprinkler would not have operated in the test. Thus, hydraulically calculating the simultaneous operation of the in-rack and ceiling sprinkler systems is not necessary based on the results of the fire test. The protection is similar in this respect to NFPA 13, 2016 edition, Section , which requires a horizontal barrier to be provided above each in-rack level, as in the proposed criteria, but in Section permits the in-rack and ceiling sprinkler systems to be hydraulically calculated without balancing. 4. How did they determine the number of in-rack sprinklers to be included in the design area? The design is based on a 50% safety factor over the number of sprinklers operated in the full-scale test. 5. Why was the clearance between the deflector and top of storage decreased from what was tested? The tested clearance results from the height of the drums, pallets, and racks used in the test. This was changed to a nominal value in the proposed revisions. 6. What is the rationale for the number of empty drums vs full drums? Full drums were located in the areas with the most significant exposure from the ignition source. If the full drums in the areas with the most significant exposure did not rupture, the empty drums located farther from the ignition source would also not be expected to rupture (even if they had been full). The damage to both the empty and full drums was further evaluated based on whether the relieving style bung remained in place following the test. As noted in Section 8.2 of the test report, [t]here was no noticeable damage, and no relieving bungs were missing

32 4 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM from any of the drums following the test. Further substantiation for the new criteria is provided below: The proposed new sprinkler protection criteria for rack storage of Class II and Class III combustible liquids is based on a full scale fire test performed by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL). The test is documented in the 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, dated June 13, A copy of the UL test report has been provided to NFPA. The test used double-row racks of UN 1A1/X1.4/ gallon steel drums filled with Ultra Low Sulfer Premium Diesel fuel on 48 by 48 inch pallets. The test was conducted with double-row racks and 6 ft wide aisles. A 2.5 gpm flow of heptane, up to a maximum of 55 gallons, at the second tier of the storage rack was ignited to simulate a leaking drum. The heptane supply was centered between two in-rack sprinklers. Protection consisted of horizontal barriers and in-rack sprinklers as follows: K25.2 gpm/psi1/2 Intermediate Temperature (212 F) Control Mode Density Area Extended Coverage Pendent Storage Sprinklers used in the racks 30 psi operating pressure supplying nominally 138 gpm per sprinkler In-rack sprinklers located one per rack bay in the longitudinal flue, approximately 8 ft. 9 in. apart horizontally (centered between the rack uprights) Horizontal barriers, consisting of nom. 3/8 in. plywood, located directly above each level of in-rack sprinklers Horizontal barriers spaced 15 ft. apart vertically The test used nominal 5 ft. tall tiers, with 3 tiers between horizontal barrier/in-rack sprinkler levels. A total storage height of 35 ft. was included in the test, with two levels of horizontal barriers/in-rack sprinklers. The fire did not progress beyond the lower level of horizontal barriers/in-rack sprinklers and did not activate the upper level of horizontal barriers/in-rack sprinklers. Thus, a single level of horizontal barriers/in-rack sprinklers was able to contain the fire. As stated in the UL test report: During the test, two in-rack sprinklers at the 15 ft. level operated at 00:06 after ignition of the heptanes spill. The horizontal fire travel within the double-row rack main test array was limited to the area of ignition only. There was no ignition of the target commodity nor any indication of fire damage. All test results showed successful control of the fire. Only 2 in-rack sprinklers operated. The temperature of a steel angle located near the ceiling level had only a 108 F maximum 1 minute average temperature, indicating relatively low ceiling temperatures and protection of structural steel at the ceiling. The proposed Second Revisions to NFPA 30 are intended to add the tested protection scheme. The proposed new scheme is suggested to be named Design Scheme E to avoid confusion with Design Scheme D currently in Annex D. The proposed new Section is primarily based on the existing language in Section adapted to the tested protection scheme. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 53-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA [Section No ] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 67-NFPA [New Section after ] Relationship

33 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Input No. 68-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 69-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler C Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 13:11:14 EDT 2016

34 6 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 53-NFPA [ Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Table through Table shall apply only to stable liquids. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA [Section No ] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 67-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 68-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 69-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler C Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 13:34:06 EDT 2016

35 7 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 36-NFPA [ Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Foam-water sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 16. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment NFPA 16 contains design criteria that conflicts with NFPA 30, such as wet-pipe foam-water systems are require to be pre-primed (NFPA 16: 4.5.1), the allowance for foam-water systems to incorporate dry-pipe systems (4.2), a 10-minute foam solution discharge duration ( ), an allowance to permit a reduced foam discharge time to no less than 7 minutes ( ), and design for the most and least demanding areas (7.3.4). 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. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Anthony Ordile Organization: Haines Fire & Risk Consulting Corporation Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Wed May 11 16:37:32 EDT 2016

36 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 54-NFPA [ Section No ] The Fire Test Ref. number given for each entry in Table through Table shall be used to identify in Section D.2 or D.3 (new) the information on the fire tests on which the protection criteria for that entry are based. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 53-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 67-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 68-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 69-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler C Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 13:36:10 EDT 2016

37 9 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 62-NFPA [ Section No ] Specific Design Criteria. Insert new protection criteria for liquids with a flash point greater than or equal to 450 o F (233 o C). Criteria for 30 ft (9 m) ceiling is moved from Annex D, Table D.4(a) and Figures D.4.2(a) and D.4.2(b). Criteria for 40 ft (12 m) ceiling is new. (see attachment)

38 Table Water Sprinkler Protection for Single or Double Row Open Frame Rack Storage of Liquids with a Flash Point Greater Than or Equal to 450 o F in Plastic Containers Liquid Type Container Packaging Minimum Rack Sprinkler Protection Criteria of Closed Size Building Type Storage Aisle Depth Ceiling Sprinkler Type / Temperature Fire Protection Scheme or Cup Flash or Ceiling Width Rating / orientation Sprinkler System Design Point o F ( o C) Ft (m) 450 (233) 5 gal 30 (9) Cartoned Any Scheme A (see ) 1 K-14.0 ESFR / ordinary / pendent 12@75 psig 2 standard spray sprinkler / ordinary / any Scheme D K-14.0 ESFR / ordinary / pendent 12@50 psig 4 Uncartoned or Any Scheme A (see ) 1 mixed cartoned and uncartoned standard spray sprinkler / ordinary / any Scheme D 3 48 oz 40 Cartoned K-25.2 ESFR / ordinary / pendent Scheme D (only 1 level of in-rack sprinklers at approximately 15 ft level) Fire Test Ref.* D.4.2 Fire Protection System Design Scheme D. In-rack sprinklers should be installed in accordance with Figure D.4.2(a) or Figure D.4.2(b), whichever is applicable. D In-rack sprinklers should be listed or approved, ordinary temperature-rated, quick response sprinklers having a nominal K-factor of 8.0, and should be designed to provide 30 gpm (113 L/min) out of the hydraulically most remote eight sprinklers if one level is installed or the most remote fourteen sprinklers (seven on two levels) if two or more levels are provided. D.4.3 Ceiling Sprinklers. Ceiling sprinklers should be designed to provide a minimum density of 0.3 gpm/ft2 (12.2 mm/min) over the most remote 2000 ft2 (185 m2) using ordinary temperature-rated, standard response spray sprinklers, having a nominal K-factor of 8.0 or D.4.4 Water Demand. The ceiling and in-rack sprinkler water demands should be balanced at the point of connection to the water supply. A 500 gpm (1900 L/min) hose stream allowance should be provided.

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41 1 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Prote Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K K 8.0 >5 and 60 SR or QR SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 11.2 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60 QR or SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent QR No in-rack sprinklers requ only SR or QR K 11.2 SR 5 gal K 8.0 >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) 30 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

42 2 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design shall be based on the following: (a) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 8 most hydraulically remote sprinklers. (b)where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on each level. (c) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the top three levels. (2) Protection for uncartoned or case-cut nonsolid shelf display up to 6.5 ft (2 m) and storage above on pallets in racking and stored on shelf materials, including open wire mesh, or 2 in. 6 in. (50 mm 150 mm) wooden slats, spaced a minimum of 2 in. (50 mm) apart. (3)Increase ceiling density to 0.60 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (4) Double-row racks limited to maximum 6 ft (1.8 m) depth. (5) For K=8.0 and larger ceiling sprinklers, increase ceiling density to 0.60 over 2000 ft 2 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (6) Reduce in-rack sprinkler spacing to maximum 9 ft (2.7 m) centers. (7) The minimum in-rack discharge pressure shall not be less than 10 psi.

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44 4 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] K 11.2 QR >5 and K 11.2 SR NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent only QR >5 and K 11.2 SR Portable tanks K 11.2 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR Portable tanks K 8.0 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours.

45 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM (2) Sprinklers must also be hydraulically calculated to provide a density of 0.80 gpm/ft 2 over 1000 ft 2. (3) Drums must be placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

46 6 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling K 8.0 >5 and 60 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Protect Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) K 8.0 SR K RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design based on the six most hydraulically remote sprinklers in each of the upper three levels. (2) Design area can be reduced to 1500 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16and maintained according to NFPA 25. (3) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (4) In-rack sprinkler hydraulic design can be reduced to three sprinklers operating per level, with three levels operating simultaneously, when using a preprimed foam-water sprinkler system designed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. (5) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi

47 7 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5, cartoned K , uncartoned K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR , 3 4 Portable tanks and IBCs 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (2) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed pressure-relieving mechanisms are required on containers greater than 6 gal (23 L) capacity. (3) Drums placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

48 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single-, double-, or multiple-row rack storage (3) Class IIIB nonmiscible liquids and Class IIIB miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonmetallic containers or intermediate bulk containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack Storage of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging Plastic containers, cartoned or uncartoned Flexible plastic liner within a composite continuously wound corrugated paperboard intermediate bulk container (See Note 1) Flexible plastic liner within a composite corrugated paperboard box Storage Ceiling Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Type Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Design See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(e)] For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 200 F = 93 C, 375 F = 190 C. Note: Construction of intermediate bulk container to be a minimum of 8 layers of paperboard, with a minimum nominal thickness of in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel.

49 9 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Shelf storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonrelieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style Storage Ceiling Type 6 18 K 5.6 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] , 2 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Protection limited to mercantile shelving that is 2 ft (600 mm) or less in depth per side, with backing between each side. (2) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (3) The minimum aisle width shall not be less than 5 ft (1.5 m).

50 0 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Water-miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned (6) Minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisle width Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Water- Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, gal, cartoned or uncartoned See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 2 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Minimum aisle width in all cases is 8 ft (2.4 m). (2) rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m).

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52 2 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage or palletized storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Relieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized Storage of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design (Number of Stated Pressure) Type In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layout (See & ) RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 50 psi 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 75 psi 50 psi 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 Notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 1, 2, 5, 7 1, 2, 5, 7 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 50 psi 75 psi For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 psi = 6.9 kpa. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

53 3 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) The in-rack sprinkler water demand shall be based on the simultaneous operation of the most hydraulically remote sprinklers as follows: (a) Seven sprinklers where only one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (b) Fourteen sprinklers (seven on each of the two top levels) where more than one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (2) The in-rack sprinkler water demand should be balanced with the ceiling sprinkler water demand at their point of connection. (3) One-gallon and 1-quart containers are not required to be relieving style. (4) Provide minimum 3 in. transverse flue at rack uprights. (5) For Class IIIB liquids, see also Table (6) Racks can have open-mesh wire intermediate shelving on lower levels. (7) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, 3, 4 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min, 1 ft 2 = 0.9 m 2. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria are used. (2) 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. (3) The sprinkler operating gauge pressure shall be a minimum 30 psi (207 kpa). 2

54 4 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] Standard spray See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2, 3, 4 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers are listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids, or an equivalent test procedure. (2) rack depth is 9 ft (2.7 m). (3) Minimum aisle width is 8 ft (2.4 m).

55 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Unsaturated polyester resins (UPRs) with not more than 50 percent by weight of Class IC, II, or IIIA liquid (4) Metal containers; nonrelieving style allowed only up to 6 gal (23 L) Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 Storage Ceiling Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR (HT or OT) Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(k)] , 2, 3 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) Storage areas containing unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) should not be located in the same spill containment area or drainage path of other Class I or Class II liquids, unless protected as required for such other liquids. (3) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed and labeled pressure-relieving devices are required on containers that exceed 6 gal (23 L) capacity Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible components no greater than 80 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling 8 oz 5 38 Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(l)] P60 and P61 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Additional Proposed Changes

56 6 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM File Name Description Approved New_Chapter_16_Protection_- _FP_450F.docx Protection table for liquids with a flash point greater than 450F in plastic containers stored in racks. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment This moves existing protection criteria out of the Annex and provides new criteria for roof up to 40 ft. The supporting data for these changes will be provided under separate cover. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 15:53:05 EDT 2016

57 7 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 63-NFPA [ Section No ] Specific Design Criteria. Add new protection criteria for unlisted IBCs storing liquids with a a flash point greater than 200 o F (93 o C). See attached file for new protection criteria.

58 Table xx. Rack Storage of Liquids in Composite IBCs (blow molded bottle in a wire cage on a wood or steel pallet) Liquid Contain Minimum Rack Width Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Type / Flash Point er Size gal (L) Ceiling ft (m) Storage ft (m) Aisle Width ft (m) ft (m) Response/ Nominal Temperature K-factor gpm/psi 1/2 (L/min/bar 1/2 ) Rating/ Orientation > 200 F (93 C) < 330 (9300) 30 (9.1) 1 IBC high in bottom tier of rack 8 (2.4) < 9 (2.7) SR/Ordinary/ Any Design, # of Pressure psi (bar) (Note 2) 11.2 (161) 13 (0.9) 14.0 (202) 8 (0.6) In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Scheme D Fire Protection Scheme D A. Provide plywood (minimum 3/8 in. [1 cm]) or sheet metal (minimum 22 ga. [0.7 mm]) barriers and inrack sprinklers installed in accordance with Figures 15a, 15b, or 15c depending on the rack type. Use a maximum vertical barrier spacing of 6 ft (1.8 m). Note: No ignitable liquid storage is permitted above the top barrier level. B. Install FM Approved K8.0 (K115) or K11.2 (K160), 165 F (74 C) rated, quick response in-rack sprinklers below each barrier level. Design the in-rack sprinklers based on the container size and liquid type provided below. C. For liquids with a flash point at or above 200 F (93 C) and alcohols in composite IBCs, provide the following: 1. This protection approach has only been tested for rack storage. Testing on palletized storage arrays has shown that composite IBCs cannot be adequately protected using ceiling-only sprinkler protection. Since pallet loads are transported into and out of racks and a fire involving even a single IBC could damage the building, only use this approach in well-cutoff rooms. 2. Limit storage to the bottom tier of the rack. 3. Design the in-rack sprinklers to provide a minimum flow of 60 gpm (227 L/min) out of the hydraulically most remote eight (8) sprinklers (four on two lines). If there are additional barrier levels above the first tier (e.g., protecting smaller containers with Scheme A), design the total in-rack system to supply the most remote ten (10) sprinklers (five on two lines). 4. Protect all racks in the cutoff room with the same level of protection. Arrange the room to ensure there will not be any on-floor storage. Storage is permitted above the first rack tier but is limited to products that can be protected by Scheme A. Protection above the first tier can either continue with Scheme D for the full height of the rack or use Scheme A for the full height of the rack. 5. Balance the ceiling sprinkler demand and the in-rack sprinkler demand at the point of connection. Provide a 500 gpm (1890 L/min) hose stream allowance. Provide the fire protection water demand for a 1-hour duration.

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61 9 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Prote Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K K 8.0 >5 and 60 SR or QR SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 11.2 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60 QR or SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent QR No in-rack sprinklers requ only SR or QR K 11.2 SR 5 gal K 8.0 >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) 30 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

62 0 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design shall be based on the following: (a) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 8 most hydraulically remote sprinklers. (b)where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on each level. (c) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the top three levels. (2) Protection for uncartoned or case-cut nonsolid shelf display up to 6.5 ft (2 m) and storage above on pallets in racking and stored on shelf materials, including open wire mesh, or 2 in. 6 in. (50 mm 150 mm) wooden slats, spaced a minimum of 2 in. (50 mm) apart. (3)Increase ceiling density to 0.60 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (4) Double-row racks limited to maximum 6 ft (1.8 m) depth. (5) For K=8.0 and larger ceiling sprinklers, increase ceiling density to 0.60 over 2000 ft 2 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (6) Reduce in-rack sprinkler spacing to maximum 9 ft (2.7 m) centers. (7) The minimum in-rack discharge pressure shall not be less than 10 psi.

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64 2 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] K 11.2 QR >5 and K 11.2 SR NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent only QR >5 and K 11.2 SR Portable tanks K 11.2 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR Portable tanks K 8.0 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours.

65 3 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM (2) Sprinklers must also be hydraulically calculated to provide a density of 0.80 gpm/ft 2 over 1000 ft 2. (3) Drums must be placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

66 4 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling K 8.0 >5 and 60 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Protect Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) K 8.0 SR K RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design based on the six most hydraulically remote sprinklers in each of the upper three levels. (2) Design area can be reduced to 1500 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16and maintained according to NFPA 25. (3) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (4) In-rack sprinkler hydraulic design can be reduced to three sprinklers operating per level, with three levels operating simultaneously, when using a preprimed foam-water sprinkler system designed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. (5) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi

67 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5, cartoned K , uncartoned K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR , 3 4 Portable tanks and IBCs 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (2) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed pressure-relieving mechanisms are required on containers greater than 6 gal (23 L) capacity. (3) Drums placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

68 6 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single-, double-, or multiple-row rack storage (3) Class IIIB nonmiscible liquids and Class IIIB miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonmetallic containers or intermediate bulk containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack Storage of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging Plastic containers, cartoned or uncartoned Flexible plastic liner within a composite continuously wound corrugated paperboard intermediate bulk container (See Note 1) Flexible plastic liner within a composite corrugated paperboard box Storage Ceiling Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Type Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Design See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(e)] For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 200 F = 93 C, 375 F = 190 C. Note: Construction of intermediate bulk container to be a minimum of 8 layers of paperboard, with a minimum nominal thickness of in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel.

69 7 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Shelf storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonrelieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style Storage Ceiling Type 6 18 K 5.6 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] , 2 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Protection limited to mercantile shelving that is 2 ft (600 mm) or less in depth per side, with backing between each side. (2) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (3) The minimum aisle width shall not be less than 5 ft (1.5 m).

70 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Water-miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned (6) Minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisle width Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Water- Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, gal, cartoned or uncartoned See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 2 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Minimum aisle width in all cases is 8 ft (2.4 m). (2) rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m).

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72 0 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage or palletized storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Relieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized Storage of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design (Number of Stated Pressure) Type In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layout (See & ) RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 50 psi 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 75 psi 50 psi 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 Notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 1, 2, 5, 7 1, 2, 5, 7 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 50 psi 75 psi For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 psi = 6.9 kpa. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

73 1 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) The in-rack sprinkler water demand shall be based on the simultaneous operation of the most hydraulically remote sprinklers as follows: (a) Seven sprinklers where only one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (b) Fourteen sprinklers (seven on each of the two top levels) where more than one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (2) The in-rack sprinkler water demand should be balanced with the ceiling sprinkler water demand at their point of connection. (3) One-gallon and 1-quart containers are not required to be relieving style. (4) Provide minimum 3 in. transverse flue at rack uprights. (5) For Class IIIB liquids, see also Table (6) Racks can have open-mesh wire intermediate shelving on lower levels. (7) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, 3, 4 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min, 1 ft 2 = 0.9 m 2. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria are used. (2) 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. (3) The sprinkler operating gauge pressure shall be a minimum 30 psi (207 kpa). 2

74 2 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] Standard spray See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2, 3, 4 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers are listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids, or an equivalent test procedure. (2) rack depth is 9 ft (2.7 m). (3) Minimum aisle width is 8 ft (2.4 m).

75 3 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Unsaturated polyester resins (UPRs) with not more than 50 percent by weight of Class IC, II, or IIIA liquid (4) Metal containers; nonrelieving style allowed only up to 6 gal (23 L) Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 Storage Ceiling Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR (HT or OT) Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(k)] , 2, 3 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) Storage areas containing unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) should not be located in the same spill containment area or drainage path of other Class I or Class II liquids, unless protected as required for such other liquids. (3) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed and labeled pressure-relieving devices are required on containers that exceed 6 gal (23 L) capacity Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible components no greater than 80 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling 8 oz 5 38 Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(l)] P60 and P61 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Additional Proposed Changes

76 4 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM File Name New_Chapter_16_Protection_-_IBC.docx Description Approved Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The new protection criteria provides a protection option for composite IBCs used to store liquids with a flash point greater than or equal to 200oF (93oC). The data to support this new criteria will be provided under separate cover. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:03:19 EDT 2016

77 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 64-NFPA [ Section No ] Specific Design Criteria. Incorporate new protection criteria for liquids with flash points less than 200 o F (93 o C) in plastic containers that are 2 oz (60 ml) or less in cartons in racks. The new criteria is provided in the attached file.

78 Table xx. Rack Storage of Liquids in Plastic or Glass Containers with Flash Points Below 200 o F (93 o C) Liquid Type / Flash Point < 200 o F (93 o C) Container Size gal (L) < 2 oz (60 ml) Packaging Type Ceiling ft (m) Storage ft (m) Minimum Aisle Width ft (m) Rack Width ft (m) Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Response/ K-factor Nominal gpm/psi 1/2 Temperature (L/min/bar 1/2 ) Rating/ Orientation Design, # of Pressure psi (bar) (Note 2) In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Cartoned Unlimited Unlimited 4 (1.2) Any Any Any Any Scheme A

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80 7 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Prote Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K K 8.0 >5 and 60 SR or QR SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 11.2 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60 QR or SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent QR No in-rack sprinklers requ only SR or QR K 11.2 SR 5 gal K 8.0 >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) 30 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

81 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design shall be based on the following: (a) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 8 most hydraulically remote sprinklers. (b)where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on each level. (c) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the top three levels. (2) Protection for uncartoned or case-cut nonsolid shelf display up to 6.5 ft (2 m) and storage above on pallets in racking and stored on shelf materials, including open wire mesh, or 2 in. 6 in. (50 mm 150 mm) wooden slats, spaced a minimum of 2 in. (50 mm) apart. (3)Increase ceiling density to 0.60 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (4) Double-row racks limited to maximum 6 ft (1.8 m) depth. (5) For K=8.0 and larger ceiling sprinklers, increase ceiling density to 0.60 over 2000 ft 2 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (6) Reduce in-rack sprinkler spacing to maximum 9 ft (2.7 m) centers. (7) The minimum in-rack discharge pressure shall not be less than 10 psi.

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83 0 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] K 11.2 QR >5 and K 11.2 SR NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent only QR >5 and K 11.2 SR Portable tanks K 11.2 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR Portable tanks K 8.0 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours.

84 1 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM (2) Sprinklers must also be hydraulically calculated to provide a density of 0.80 gpm/ft 2 over 1000 ft 2. (3) Drums must be placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

85 2 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling K 8.0 >5 and 60 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Protect Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) K 8.0 SR K RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design based on the six most hydraulically remote sprinklers in each of the upper three levels. (2) Design area can be reduced to 1500 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16and maintained according to NFPA 25. (3) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (4) In-rack sprinkler hydraulic design can be reduced to three sprinklers operating per level, with three levels operating simultaneously, when using a preprimed foam-water sprinkler system designed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. (5) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi

86 3 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5, cartoned K , uncartoned K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR , 3 4 Portable tanks and IBCs 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (2) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed pressure-relieving mechanisms are required on containers greater than 6 gal (23 L) capacity. (3) Drums placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

87 4 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single-, double-, or multiple-row rack storage (3) Class IIIB nonmiscible liquids and Class IIIB miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonmetallic containers or intermediate bulk containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack Storage of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging Plastic containers, cartoned or uncartoned Flexible plastic liner within a composite continuously wound corrugated paperboard intermediate bulk container (See Note 1) Flexible plastic liner within a composite corrugated paperboard box Storage Ceiling Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Type Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Design See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(e)] For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 200 F = 93 C, 375 F = 190 C. Note: Construction of intermediate bulk container to be a minimum of 8 layers of paperboard, with a minimum nominal thickness of in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel.

88 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Shelf storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonrelieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style Storage Ceiling Type 6 18 K 5.6 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] , 2 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Protection limited to mercantile shelving that is 2 ft (600 mm) or less in depth per side, with backing between each side. (2) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (3) The minimum aisle width shall not be less than 5 ft (1.5 m).

89 6 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Water-miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned (6) Minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisle width Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Water- Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, gal, cartoned or uncartoned See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 2 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Minimum aisle width in all cases is 8 ft (2.4 m). (2) rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m).

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91 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage or palletized storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Relieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized Storage of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design (Number of Stated Pressure) Type In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layout (See & ) RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 50 psi 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 75 psi 50 psi 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 Notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 1, 2, 5, 7 1, 2, 5, 7 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 50 psi 75 psi For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 psi = 6.9 kpa. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

92 9 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) The in-rack sprinkler water demand shall be based on the simultaneous operation of the most hydraulically remote sprinklers as follows: (a) Seven sprinklers where only one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (b) Fourteen sprinklers (seven on each of the two top levels) where more than one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (2) The in-rack sprinkler water demand should be balanced with the ceiling sprinkler water demand at their point of connection. (3) One-gallon and 1-quart containers are not required to be relieving style. (4) Provide minimum 3 in. transverse flue at rack uprights. (5) For Class IIIB liquids, see also Table (6) Racks can have open-mesh wire intermediate shelving on lower levels. (7) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, 3, 4 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min, 1 ft 2 = 0.9 m 2. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria are used. (2) 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. (3) The sprinkler operating gauge pressure shall be a minimum 30 psi (207 kpa). 2

93 0 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] Standard spray See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2, 3, 4 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers are listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids, or an equivalent test procedure. (2) rack depth is 9 ft (2.7 m). (3) Minimum aisle width is 8 ft (2.4 m).

94 1 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Unsaturated polyester resins (UPRs) with not more than 50 percent by weight of Class IC, II, or IIIA liquid (4) Metal containers; nonrelieving style allowed only up to 6 gal (23 L) Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 Storage Ceiling Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR (HT or OT) Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(k)] , 2, 3 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) Storage areas containing unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) should not be located in the same spill containment area or drainage path of other Class I or Class II liquids, unless protected as required for such other liquids. (3) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed and labeled pressure-relieving devices are required on containers that exceed 6 gal (23 L) capacity Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible components no greater than 80 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling 8 oz 5 38 Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(l)] P60 and P61 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Additional Proposed Changes

95 2 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM File Name New_Chapter_16_Protection_-_FP_less_than_200F_2oz.docx Description Approved Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The proposed criteria expands available protection for non-miscible liquids in plastic containers. The justification for the new criteria will be provided under separate cover. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:08:51 EDT 2016

96 3 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 66-NFPA [ Section No ] Specific Design Criteria. Incoporate the new protecion criteria for products consisting of a water micible liquid-water mixture in plastic or glass containers stored in racks. The new criteria is provided in the attached file.

97 Table xx. Rack Storage 50% and less Water-Miscible Liquids in Plastic or Glass Containers Watermiscible Group (see Section 3.1.1) Group 3 Container Size 1 gal (4 L) Ceiling ft (m) Storage ft (m) Packaging Type 30 (9.1) 25 (7.6) Cartoned Only > 59 oz Unlimited Unlimited Cartoned (1.75 L) only Minimum Aisle Width ft (m) Rack Type Response / Nominal Temperature Rating / Orientation 8 (2.4) DRR QR/Ordinary/ Pendant SR/Ordinary/ Any SR/Ordinary/ Any 4 (1.2) Any SR/Ordinary/ Any Ceiling Sprinkler Protection K-factor gpm/psi 1/2 (L/min/bar 1/2 ) 14.0 (202) (Note 2) 11.2 (161) (Note 6) 11.2 (161) (Note 2) (Note 6) 11.2 (161) (Note 2) (Note 6) Design, # of Pressure psi (bar) In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Layout Response / Nominal Temperature Rating 75 (5.2) None K-factor gpm/psi 1/2 (L/min/bar 1/2 ) Design Flow gpm (l/min) (see F) (Note 3) 29 (2.0) Fig. 11 QR/Ordinary 8.0 (115) 45 (170) 7 (0.5) Fig. 14a, QR/Ordinary 8.0 (115) 45 (170) 14b, 14c (Note 4) 7 (0.5) Scheme E < 5ft (1.5 m) storage above top level of in-rack sprinklers SR/Ordinary/ Any 11.2 (161) (Note 2) (Note 6) 29 (2.0) Scheme E < 10ft (3 m) storage above top level of in-rack sprinklers

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100 Fire Protection Scheme E A. Install in-rack sprinklers on 20 ft (6 m) vertical increments in accordance with Figures 16a and 16b. Repeat the in-rack pattern shown in Figure 16b from rack face to rack face for multiple row racks. B. Install FM Approved K8.0 (115) or K11.2 (160), 165 F (74 C) rated, quick response, in-rack sprinklers. C. Design the in-rack sprinklers to provide a minimum flow of 30 gpm (110 L/min) out of the hydraulically most remote: 1. Six in-rack sprinklers on 1 level if one level of in-racks (6 total). 2. Six in-rack sprinklers on 2 levels if two level of in-racks (12 total). 3. Six in-rack sprinklers on 3 levels if three or more levels of in-racks (18 total). D. If there are adjacent bays of rack storage not dedicated to liquid storage, extend the in-rack sprinkler protection by at least one rack bay, approximately 8 ft (2.4 m) beyond the liquid storage. E. Balance the ceiling and in-rack demands at the point of connection to the water supply. Provide a 500 gpm (1890L/min) hose stream allowance in the hydraulic calculations. Provide the combined fire protection water demand for a 1-hour duration.

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103 5 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Prote Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K K 8.0 >5 and 60 SR or QR SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 11.2 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60 QR or SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent QR No in-rack sprinklers requ only SR or QR K 11.2 SR 5 gal K 8.0 >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) 30 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

104 6 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design shall be based on the following: (a) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 8 most hydraulically remote sprinklers. (b)where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on each level. (c) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the top three levels. (2) Protection for uncartoned or case-cut nonsolid shelf display up to 6.5 ft (2 m) and storage above on pallets in racking and stored on shelf materials, including open wire mesh, or 2 in. 6 in. (50 mm 150 mm) wooden slats, spaced a minimum of 2 in. (50 mm) apart. (3)Increase ceiling density to 0.60 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (4) Double-row racks limited to maximum 6 ft (1.8 m) depth. (5) For K=8.0 and larger ceiling sprinklers, increase ceiling density to 0.60 over 2000 ft 2 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (6) Reduce in-rack sprinkler spacing to maximum 9 ft (2.7 m) centers. (7) The minimum in-rack discharge pressure shall not be less than 10 psi.

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106 8 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] K 11.2 QR >5 and K 11.2 SR NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent only QR >5 and K 11.2 SR Portable tanks K 11.2 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR Portable tanks K 8.0 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours.

107 9 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM (2) Sprinklers must also be hydraulically calculated to provide a density of 0.80 gpm/ft 2 over 1000 ft 2. (3) Drums must be placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

108 00 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling K 8.0 >5 and 60 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Protect Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) K 8.0 SR K RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design based on the six most hydraulically remote sprinklers in each of the upper three levels. (2) Design area can be reduced to 1500 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16and maintained according to NFPA 25. (3) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (4) In-rack sprinkler hydraulic design can be reduced to three sprinklers operating per level, with three levels operating simultaneously, when using a preprimed foam-water sprinkler system designed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. (5) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi

109 01 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5, cartoned K , uncartoned K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR , 3 4 Portable tanks and IBCs 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (2) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed pressure-relieving mechanisms are required on containers greater than 6 gal (23 L) capacity. (3) Drums placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

110 02 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single-, double-, or multiple-row rack storage (3) Class IIIB nonmiscible liquids and Class IIIB miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonmetallic containers or intermediate bulk containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack Storage of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging Plastic containers, cartoned or uncartoned Flexible plastic liner within a composite continuously wound corrugated paperboard intermediate bulk container (See Note 1) Flexible plastic liner within a composite corrugated paperboard box Storage Ceiling Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Type Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Design See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(e)] For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 200 F = 93 C, 375 F = 190 C. Note: Construction of intermediate bulk container to be a minimum of 8 layers of paperboard, with a minimum nominal thickness of in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel.

111 03 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Shelf storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonrelieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style Storage Ceiling Type 6 18 K 5.6 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] , 2 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Protection limited to mercantile shelving that is 2 ft (600 mm) or less in depth per side, with backing between each side. (2) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (3) The minimum aisle width shall not be less than 5 ft (1.5 m).

112 04 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Water-miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned (6) Minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisle width Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Water- Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, gal, cartoned or uncartoned See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 2 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Minimum aisle width in all cases is 8 ft (2.4 m). (2) rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m).

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114 06 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage or palletized storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Relieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized Storage of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design (Number of Stated Pressure) Type In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layout (See & ) RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 50 psi 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 75 psi 50 psi 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 Notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 1, 2, 5, 7 1, 2, 5, 7 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 50 psi 75 psi For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 psi = 6.9 kpa. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

115 07 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) The in-rack sprinkler water demand shall be based on the simultaneous operation of the most hydraulically remote sprinklers as follows: (a) Seven sprinklers where only one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (b) Fourteen sprinklers (seven on each of the two top levels) where more than one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (2) The in-rack sprinkler water demand should be balanced with the ceiling sprinkler water demand at their point of connection. (3) One-gallon and 1-quart containers are not required to be relieving style. (4) Provide minimum 3 in. transverse flue at rack uprights. (5) For Class IIIB liquids, see also Table (6) Racks can have open-mesh wire intermediate shelving on lower levels. (7) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, 3, 4 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min, 1 ft 2 = 0.9 m 2. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria are used. (2) 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. (3) The sprinkler operating gauge pressure shall be a minimum 30 psi (207 kpa). 2

116 08 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] Standard spray See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2, 3, 4 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers are listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids, or an equivalent test procedure. (2) rack depth is 9 ft (2.7 m). (3) Minimum aisle width is 8 ft (2.4 m).

117 09 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Unsaturated polyester resins (UPRs) with not more than 50 percent by weight of Class IC, II, or IIIA liquid (4) Metal containers; nonrelieving style allowed only up to 6 gal (23 L) Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 Storage Ceiling Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR (HT or OT) Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(k)] , 2, 3 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) Storage areas containing unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) should not be located in the same spill containment area or drainage path of other Class I or Class II liquids, unless protected as required for such other liquids. (3) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed and labeled pressure-relieving devices are required on containers that exceed 6 gal (23 L) capacity Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible components no greater than 80 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling 8 oz 5 38 Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(l)] P60 and P61 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Additional Proposed Changes

118 10 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM File Name New_Chapter_16_Protection_-_Water_Miscible_50_.docx Description Approved Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment This is new protection criteria aimed at products that consist of a alcohol water mixture in plastic and glass containers in racks. The justification for the new protection criteria will be provided under separate cover. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:18:35 EDT 2016

119 11 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 68-NFPA [ Section No ] Specific Design Criteria. Incorporate new protection criteria for palletized storage of alcohol water mixtures in plastic and glass containers. The new criteria is contained in the attached file.

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121 13 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Prote Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K K 8.0 >5 and 60 SR or QR SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 11.2 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60 QR or SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent QR No in-rack sprinklers requ only SR or QR K 11.2 SR 5 gal K 8.0 >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) 30 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

122 14 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design shall be based on the following: (a) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 8 most hydraulically remote sprinklers. (b)where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on each level. (c) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the top three levels. (2) Protection for uncartoned or case-cut nonsolid shelf display up to 6.5 ft (2 m) and storage above on pallets in racking and stored on shelf materials, including open wire mesh, or 2 in. 6 in. (50 mm 150 mm) wooden slats, spaced a minimum of 2 in. (50 mm) apart. (3)Increase ceiling density to 0.60 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (4) Double-row racks limited to maximum 6 ft (1.8 m) depth. (5) For K=8.0 and larger ceiling sprinklers, increase ceiling density to 0.60 over 2000 ft 2 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (6) Reduce in-rack sprinkler spacing to maximum 9 ft (2.7 m) centers. (7) The minimum in-rack discharge pressure shall not be less than 10 psi.

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124 16 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] K 11.2 QR >5 and K 11.2 SR NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent only QR >5 and K 11.2 SR Portable tanks K 11.2 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR Portable tanks K 8.0 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours.

125 17 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM (2) Sprinklers must also be hydraulically calculated to provide a density of 0.80 gpm/ft 2 over 1000 ft 2. (3) Drums must be placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

126 18 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling K 8.0 >5 and 60 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Protect Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) K 8.0 SR K RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design based on the six most hydraulically remote sprinklers in each of the upper three levels. (2) Design area can be reduced to 1500 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16and maintained according to NFPA 25. (3) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (4) In-rack sprinkler hydraulic design can be reduced to three sprinklers operating per level, with three levels operating simultaneously, when using a preprimed foam-water sprinkler system designed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. (5) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi

127 19 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5, cartoned K , uncartoned K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR , 3 4 Portable tanks and IBCs 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (2) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed pressure-relieving mechanisms are required on containers greater than 6 gal (23 L) capacity. (3) Drums placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

128 20 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single-, double-, or multiple-row rack storage (3) Class IIIB nonmiscible liquids and Class IIIB miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonmetallic containers or intermediate bulk containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack Storage of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging Plastic containers, cartoned or uncartoned Flexible plastic liner within a composite continuously wound corrugated paperboard intermediate bulk container (See Note 1) Flexible plastic liner within a composite corrugated paperboard box Storage Ceiling Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Type Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Design See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(e)] For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 200 F = 93 C, 375 F = 190 C. Note: Construction of intermediate bulk container to be a minimum of 8 layers of paperboard, with a minimum nominal thickness of in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel.

129 21 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Shelf storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonrelieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style Storage Ceiling Type 6 18 K 5.6 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] , 2 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Protection limited to mercantile shelving that is 2 ft (600 mm) or less in depth per side, with backing between each side. (2) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (3) The minimum aisle width shall not be less than 5 ft (1.5 m).

130 22 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Water-miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned (6) Minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisle width Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Water- Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, gal, cartoned or uncartoned See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 2 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Minimum aisle width in all cases is 8 ft (2.4 m). (2) rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m).

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132 24 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage or palletized storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Relieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized Storage of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design (Number of Stated Pressure) Type In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layout (See & ) RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 50 psi 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 75 psi 50 psi 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 Notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 1, 2, 5, 7 1, 2, 5, 7 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 50 psi 75 psi For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 psi = 6.9 kpa. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

133 25 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) The in-rack sprinkler water demand shall be based on the simultaneous operation of the most hydraulically remote sprinklers as follows: (a) Seven sprinklers where only one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (b) Fourteen sprinklers (seven on each of the two top levels) where more than one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (2) The in-rack sprinkler water demand should be balanced with the ceiling sprinkler water demand at their point of connection. (3) One-gallon and 1-quart containers are not required to be relieving style. (4) Provide minimum 3 in. transverse flue at rack uprights. (5) For Class IIIB liquids, see also Table (6) Racks can have open-mesh wire intermediate shelving on lower levels. (7) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, 3, 4 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min, 1 ft 2 = 0.9 m 2. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria are used. (2) 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. (3) The sprinkler operating gauge pressure shall be a minimum 30 psi (207 kpa). 2

134 26 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] Standard spray See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2, 3, 4 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers are listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids, or an equivalent test procedure. (2) rack depth is 9 ft (2.7 m). (3) Minimum aisle width is 8 ft (2.4 m).

135 27 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Unsaturated polyester resins (UPRs) with not more than 50 percent by weight of Class IC, II, or IIIA liquid (4) Metal containers; nonrelieving style allowed only up to 6 gal (23 L) Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 Storage Ceiling Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR (HT or OT) Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(k)] , 2, 3 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) Storage areas containing unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) should not be located in the same spill containment area or drainage path of other Class I or Class II liquids, unless protected as required for such other liquids. (3) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed and labeled pressure-relieving devices are required on containers that exceed 6 gal (23 L) capacity Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible components no greater than 80 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling 8 oz 5 38 Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(l)] P60 and P61 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Additional Proposed Changes

136 28 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM File Name New_Chapter_16_Protection_-_Water_Miscible_50_Palletized.docx Description Approved Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment This provides new protection criteria for products with alcohol-water mixtures in plastic and glass containers stored in a palletized array. Justification for the new criteria will be provided under separate cover. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:27:19 EDT 2016

137 29 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 69-NFPA [ Section No ] Specific Design Criteria. Incorporate new protection criteria for water miscible liquids in 6oz plastic or glass containers stored in racks. The new criteria is provided in the attached file.

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139 31 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Prote Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K K 8.0 >5 and 60 SR or QR SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 11.2 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60 QR or SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent QR No in-rack sprinklers requ only SR or QR K 11.2 SR 5 gal K 8.0 >5 and 60 Portable tanks and IBCs K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) K 5.6 QR(OT) 30 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

140 32 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design shall be based on the following: (a) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 8 most hydraulically remote sprinklers. (b)where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on each level. (c) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 6 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the top three levels. (2) Protection for uncartoned or case-cut nonsolid shelf display up to 6.5 ft (2 m) and storage above on pallets in racking and stored on shelf materials, including open wire mesh, or 2 in. 6 in. (50 mm 150 mm) wooden slats, spaced a minimum of 2 in. (50 mm) apart. (3)Increase ceiling density to 0.60 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (4) Double-row racks limited to maximum 6 ft (1.8 m) depth. (5) For K=8.0 and larger ceiling sprinklers, increase ceiling density to 0.60 over 2000 ft 2 if more than one level of storage exists above the top level of in-rack sprinklers. (6) Reduce in-rack sprinkler spacing to maximum 9 ft (2.7 m) centers. (7) The minimum in-rack discharge pressure shall not be less than 10 psi.

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142 34 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] K 11.2 QR >5 and K 11.2 SR NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 pendent only QR >5 and K 11.2 SR Portable tanks K 11.2 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR or QR >5 and K 8.0 SR Portable tanks K 8.0 SR high 30 K 8.0 SR and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours.

143 35 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM (2) Sprinklers must also be hydraulically calculated to provide a density of 0.80 gpm/ft 2 over 1000 ft 2. (3) Drums must be placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

144 36 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling K 8.0 >5 and 60 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinkler Protect Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Minimum Type Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Type Response Discharge Flow (gpm) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA SR or QR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) K 8.0 SR K RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB K 8.0 SR K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) In-rack sprinkler design based on the six most hydraulically remote sprinklers in each of the upper three levels. (2) Design area can be reduced to 1500 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16and maintained according to NFPA 25. (3) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (4) In-rack sprinkler hydraulic design can be reduced to three sprinklers operating per level, with three levels operating simultaneously, when using a preprimed foam-water sprinkler system designed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25. (5) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi

145 37 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Metal containers, metal portable tanks, metal intermediate bulk containers (5) Relieving- or nonrelieving-style containers Table Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5, cartoned K , uncartoned K 8.0 SR or QR SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR , 3 4 Portable tanks and IBCs 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR , or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Design area can be reduced to 2000 ft 2 when using a preprimed foam-water system installed in accordance with NFPA 16 and maintained according to NFPA 25. (2) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed pressure-relieving mechanisms are required on containers greater than 6 gal (23 L) capacity. (3) Drums placed on open slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels.

146 38 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single-, double-, or multiple-row rack storage (3) Class IIIB nonmiscible liquids and Class IIIB miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonmetallic containers or intermediate bulk containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack Storage of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging Plastic containers, cartoned or uncartoned Flexible plastic liner within a composite continuously wound corrugated paperboard intermediate bulk container (See Note 1) Flexible plastic liner within a composite corrugated paperboard box Storage Ceiling Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Type Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Design See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme C Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(e)] For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 200 F = 93 C, 375 F = 190 C. Note: Construction of intermediate bulk container to be a minimum of 8 layers of paperboard, with a minimum nominal thickness of in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel.

147 39 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Shelf storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Nonrelieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf Storage of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style Storage Ceiling Type 6 18 K 5.6 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] , 2 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Protection limited to mercantile shelving that is 2 ft (600 mm) or less in depth per side, with backing between each side. (2) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (3) The minimum aisle width shall not be less than 5 ft (1.5 m).

148 40 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Water-miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers (5) Cartoned or uncartoned (6) Minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisle width Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Water- Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, gal, cartoned or uncartoned See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 2 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Minimum aisle width in all cases is 8 ft (2.4 m). (2) rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m).

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150 42 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage or palletized storage (3) Nonmiscible liquids and miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible component greater than 50 percent by volume (4) Relieving-style metal containers Table Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized Storage of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design (Number of Stated Pressure) Type In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layout (See & ) RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 50 psi 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 75 psi 50 psi 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 Notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 1, 2, 5, 7 1, 2, 5, 7 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE WIDTH Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 50 psi 75 psi For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 psi = 6.9 kpa. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5).

151 43 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Notes: (1) The in-rack sprinkler water demand shall be based on the simultaneous operation of the most hydraulically remote sprinklers as follows: (a) Seven sprinklers where only one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (b) Fourteen sprinklers (seven on each of the two top levels) where more than one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed. (2) The in-rack sprinkler water demand should be balanced with the ceiling sprinkler water demand at their point of connection. (3) One-gallon and 1-quart containers are not required to be relieving style. (4) Provide minimum 3 in. transverse flue at rack uprights. (5) For Class IIIB liquids, see also Table (6) Racks can have open-mesh wire intermediate shelving on lower levels. (7) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Type Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, high 30 K 11.2 SR , 2, 3, 4 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min, 1 ft 2 = 0.9 m 2. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria are used. (2) 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. (3) The sprinkler operating gauge pressure shall be a minimum 30 psi (207 kpa). 2

152 44 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Single- or double-row rack storage (3) Class II and Class III nonmiscible and Class II and Class III miscible liquids (4) Listed and labeled rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Type Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] Standard spray See , Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2, 3, 4 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m. Notes: (1) Rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers are listed and labeled in accordance with UL 2368, Standard for Fire Exposure Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers for Flammable and Combustible Liquids, or an equivalent test procedure. (2) rack depth is 9 ft (2.7 m). (3) Minimum aisle width is 8 ft (2.4 m).

153 45 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Unsaturated polyester resins (UPRs) with not more than 50 percent by weight of Class IC, II, or IIIA liquid (4) Metal containers; nonrelieving style allowed only up to 6 gal (23 L) Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 Storage Ceiling Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR (HT or OT) Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(k)] , 2, 3 1 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) Storage areas containing unsaturated polyester resin (UPR) should not be located in the same spill containment area or drainage path of other Class I or Class II liquids, unless protected as required for such other liquids. (3) Both 3 4 in. (20 mm) and 2 in. (50 mm) listed and labeled pressure-relieving devices are required on containers that exceed 6 gal (23 L) capacity Table shall apply to the following: (1) Automatic sprinkler protection (2) Palletized or stacked storage (3) Miscible liquids with concentration of flammable or combustible components no greater than 80 percent by volume (4) Glass or plastic containers Table Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked Storage of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Storage Ceiling 8 oz 5 38 Type K 11.2 Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(l)] P60 and P61 For SI units, 1 gal = 3.8 L, 1 ft = 0.3 m, 1 ft 2 = 0.09 m 2, 1 gpm/ft 2 = 40.7 L/min/m 2 = 40.7 mm/min. For definitions of abbreviations used in the Response column, see (4). See also (5). Additional Proposed Changes

154 46 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM File Name New_Chapter_16_Protection_-_Water_Miscible_6oz.docx Description Approved Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment This provides new protection criteria for products container up to 100% alcohol in plastic or glass bottles stored in racks. The justification will be provided under separate cover. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:41:18 EDT 2016

155 47 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 55-NFPA [ New Section after ] Reference to new protection criteria for metal containers Table 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) Metal containers TABLE Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection or Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Singleand Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) Storage Ceiling Sprinkler Protection Ceiling Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. >5 and <60 Unlimited Unlimited See (new), Fire Protection System Design Scheme E See (new), Fire Protection System Design Scheme E 1, 2 See Section D.3 (new) 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) rack depth in all cases is 9 ft (2.7 m). Additional Proposed Changes File Name Description Approved Table_16_5_2_13.docx Table in Word format. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 53-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA [Section No ] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Relationship

156 48 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 67-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 68-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 69-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 13:38:48 EDT 2016

157 49 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 59-NFPA [ Section No ] 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 out of each of the hydraulically most remote six sprinklers (three on two lines) if one barrier level is provided, or out of each of the hydraulically most remote eight sprinklers (four on two lines) 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. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The parenthetical comments attempting to define the design area are ambiguous and create confusion rather than useful direction in identifying the most hydraulically remote sprinklers. Related Item Public Input No. 97-NFPA [Section No ] Committee Input No. 207-NFPA [New Section after A ] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Robert Upson Organization: National Fire Sprinkler Association Affilliation: National Fire Sprinkler Association Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 15:37:13 EDT 2016

158 50 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 60-NFPA [ Section No ] 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 out of each of the hydraulically most remote six sprinklers (three on two lines) if one barrier level is provided, or out of each of the hydraulically most remote eight sprinklers (four on two lines) 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. (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 out of each of the hydraulically most remote 12 sprinklers, six each on two lines. The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 10 psi. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The parenthetical comments attempting to define the design area are ambiguous and create confusion rather than useful direction in identifying the most hydraulically remote sprinklers. Related Item Public Input No. 97-NFPA [Section No ] Committee Input No. 207-NFPA [New Section after A ] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Robert Upson Organization: National Fire Sprinkler Association Affilliation: National Fire Sprinkler Association Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 15:43:40 EDT 2016

159 51 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 57-NFPA [ New Section after ] Fire Protection System Design Scheme "E" (new) Fire Protection System Design Scheme E (new) Horizontal barriers of plywood having a minimum thickness of 3/8 in. (10 mm) or of sheet metal of minimum 22 gauge thickness shall be installed in accordance with Figure (a) or Figure (b), whichever is applicable. All liquid storage shall be located beneath a barrier (new) Vertical baffles shall not be installed between in-rack sprinklers (new) 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 installed below each barrier level. (3) The minimum in-rack sprinkler discharge pressure shall not be less than a gauge pressure of 30 psi. (4) Where one level of in-rack sprinklers is installed, the design shall include the 3 most hydraulically remote sprinklers (three on one line). (5) Where two levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 2 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on each level. (6) Where three or more levels of in-rack sprinklers are installed, the design shall include the 2 most hydraulically remote sprinklers on the top three levels. (7) Foam-water sprinkler protection shall be permitted to be substituted for water sprinkler protection, provided the same design criteria is used (new) 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 (new) Ceiling sprinkler demand shall not be included in the hydraulic calculations for in-rack sprinklers (new) Water demand at point of supply shall be calculated separately for in-rack and ceiling sprinklers and shall be based on the greater demand (new) 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 NFPA13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, for the commodities stored, based on the full height of the rack (new) A 500 gpm (1900 L/min) hose stream allowance shall be provided. Additional Proposed Changes File Name Description Approved Figure_16_6_4_1_a.pdf New Figure (a) Figure_16_6_4_1_b.pdf New Figure (b) Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment

160 52 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 53-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA [Section No ] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 67-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 68-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 69-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 14:06:31 EDT 2016

161 53 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 61-NFPA [ Section No ] 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 intermediate-temperature 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 out of each of the hydraulically most remote six sprinklers (three on two lines) if one barrier level is provided, or out of each of the hydraulically most remote eight sprinklers (four on two lines) 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. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The parenthetical comments attempting to define the design area are ambiguous and create confusion rather than useful direction in identifying the most hydraulically remote sprinklers. Related Item Public Input No. 97-NFPA [Section No ] Committee Input No. 207-NFPA [New Section after A ] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Robert Upson Organization: National Fire Sprinkler Association Affilliation: National Fire Sprinkler Association Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 15:46:29 EDT 2016

162 72 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 45-NFPA [ Sections A , A ] Sections A , A A 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 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 general-purpose 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. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The complete proposed revision of section 12.8 in PC 44 has eliminated the need for these two annex sections. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 44-NFPA [Section No. 12.8] Related Item Public Input No. 94-NFPA [Section No ] Relationship This proposed change is a result of the proposed changes in PC 44 Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri May 13 15:41:34 EDT 2016

163 75 of 176 6/13/2016 1:09 AM Public Comment No. 65-NFPA [ New Section after D.2 ] New Annex D.3 on Scheme "E" D.3 (new) Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack Storage of Class II and Class III Liquids Fire protection criteria in Section , Table , and (new) is based on a full scale fire test documented in the report, Class II Combustible Liquids in 55-gallons Steel Drums Stored in Racks with Continues Combustible Horizontal Barriers Protect by K=25.2 EC In-Rack Sprinklers, prepared by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. dated June 13, Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 53-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA [Section No ] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 67-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 68-NFPA [New Section after ] Public Input No. 69-NFPA [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:15:45 EDT 2016

164 9 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM First Revision No. 208-NFPA [ Section No ] Storage of liquids shall not physically obstruct a means of egress. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Wed Sep 09 18:24:20 EDT 2015 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The current NFPA 101 Life Safety Code already covers this. Response Message: Ballot Results This item has passed ballot 28 Eligible Voters 2 Not Returned 25 Affirmative All 0 Affirmative with Comments 1 Negative with Comments 0 Abstention Not Returned Fitzgerald, Keric M. Lentz, Thomas S. Affirmative All Apostoluk, Peter R. Bellamy, Tracey D. Cosey, William V. F. De Taeye, Claire V. Foley, John J. Havens, Dwight H. Hicks, Donald B.

165 0 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Hild, Richard J. Kidd, Todd M. Kirby, David C. Kraus, Richard S. Kulpit, Jonathan LeBlanc, John A. McQuaid, John A. Nugent, David P. Ordile, Anthony M. Riegel, Roland A. Rindfuss, Lee T. Seuss, Jr., George A. Stephens, Ronald J. Stutzki, Richard E. Swenson, David C. Willse, Peter J. Workman, Martin H. de Nooij, Tom Negative with Comment Carter, Glen A. This need to be incorporated in both codes.

166 1 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Committee Input No. 402-NFPA [ Section No. 9.4 ] 9.4 Acceptable Containers *

167 2 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM 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 , 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 F 852, Standard Specification for Portable Gasoline Containers for Consumer Use ASTM F 976, 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) (b) The U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts , or by Part 6 of the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods 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 , 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, 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) (b) The U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts , or by Part 6 of the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, for Classes 31H1, 31H2, and 31HZ1 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 Regulations, Parts , or by Part 6 of the UN publication Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (7) Glass containers up to the capacity limits stated in Table and in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts For protected storage, rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers, as described in 9.4.1(6), shall be subjected to a standard fire test that demonstrates acceptable inside storage fire performance and shall be listed and labeled.

168 3 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM 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 and 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 The total venting capacity shall be not less than that specified in or 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) 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

169 4 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM 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 Exception: As provided for in Section 9.1, , , and Table Allowable Size Containers, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), and Portable Tanks Flammable Liquids Container Type Class IA Class IB Class IC Class II 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/UN-approved flexible 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) 1.3 gal (5 L) 5.3 gal ( gal (20 L) L) 5.3 gal ( gal (20 L) L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) NP NP NP 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) Combustible Liquids 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 NP NP NP NP Non-bulk Bag-in-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 ( gal ( gal L) * L) * (450 L) NP NP NP 119 gal (450 L) Class IIIA 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) 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 and is approved for the specific container and protection against static electricity is provided. *See 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 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 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 To be considered protected storage as defined in and in accordance with Chapter 16, an overpack container shall be constructed of the same material as the leaking or damaged container.

170 5 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Metal overpack containers shall be considered nonrelieving style containers. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: National Fire Protection Assoc Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Thu Sep 24 14:47:16 EDT 2015 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: The committee might have to add a reference to low pressure dispensing containers (LPDCs) depending on whether a new project to address these containers is initiated. Ballot Results This item has not been balloted

171 6 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM First Revision No. 211-NFPA [ Section No ] For protected storage, rigid nonmetallic intermediate bulk containers, as described in 9.4.1(6), shall be subjected to a standard fire test that demonstrates acceptable inside storage fire performance and shall be listed and labeled 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 procedur e. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Sep 15 10:33:01 EDT 2015 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: This committee-generated FR correlates with the requirements in tables and and with the change to table made in FR 201. Ballot Results This item has passed ballot 28 Eligible Voters 2 Not Returned 26 Affirmative All 0 Affirmative with Comments 0 Negative with Comments 0 Abstention Not Returned Fitzgerald, Keric M. Lentz, Thomas S. Affirmative All Apostoluk, Peter R. Bellamy, Tracey D. Carter, Glen A.

172 7 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Cosey, William V. F. De Taeye, Claire V. Foley, John J. Havens, Dwight H. Hicks, Donald B. Hild, Richard J. Kidd, Todd M. Kirby, David C. Kraus, Richard S. Kulpit, Jonathan LeBlanc, John A. McQuaid, John A. Nugent, David P. Ordile, Anthony M. Riegel, Roland A. Rindfuss, Lee T. Seuss, Jr., George A. Stephens, Ronald J. Stutzki, Richard E. Swenson, David C. Willse, Peter J. Workman, Martin H. de Nooij, Tom

173 8 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM First Revision No. 201-NFPA [ Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] 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 Exception: As provided for in Section 9.1, , , and Table Allowable Size Containers, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs), and Portable Tanks Flammable Liquids Combustible Liquids Container Type Class IA Class IB Class IC Class II 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/UN-approved flexible 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 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) Class IIIA 5.3 gal (20 L) 5.3 gal ( gal (20 L) L) 5.3 gal ( gal (20 L) L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) 793 gal (3000 L) NP NP NP NP NP Non-bulk B b ag-in-bbox 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 5.3 gal 119 gal (20 L) * (20 L) * (450 L) NP NP NP 119 gal (450 L) 119 gal (450 L) 793 gal (3000 L) 793 gal (3000 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 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 Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address:

174 9 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Wed Sep 09 11:48:07 EDT 2015 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The technical committee agrees with the proponent's intent. This FR addresses PI 76 in a manner consistent with Tables and by requiring listing. For simplicity, the requirement for listing is added as a footnote to the entry in the table. The amendments proposed in PI 92 and PI 86 are not adopted because they would be redundant to the change adopted in table Response Message: Public Input No. 76-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Input No. 92-NFPA [Section No ] Public Input No. 86-NFPA [Section No ] Ballot Results This item has passed ballot 28 Eligible Voters 2 Not Returned 22 Affirmative All 0 Affirmative with Comments 4 Negative with Comments 0 Abstention Not Returned Fitzgerald, Keric M. Lentz, Thomas S. Affirmative All Apostoluk, Peter R. Cosey, William V. F. De Taeye, Claire V. Havens, Dwight H. Hicks, Donald B. Hild, Richard J. Kidd, Todd M. Kirby, David C. Kraus, Richard S. Kulpit, Jonathan LeBlanc, John A.

175 0 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM McQuaid, John A. Nugent, David P. Ordile, Anthony M. Riegel, Roland A. Rindfuss, Lee T. Seuss, Jr., George A. Stephens, Ronald J. Stutzki, Richard E. Swenson, David C. Willse, Peter J. Workman, Martin H. Negative with Comment Bellamy, Tracey D. The addition of criteria for a Listing of the rigid nonmetallic IBC's these containers could not be used even in an unprotected configuration. The Code has long accepted certain quantities and configurations as unprotected. This would disallow such without sufficient substantiation. I believe that this should only be extended to protected configurations. Carter, Glen A. This is redundant to None of the other containers is noted here. Foley, John J. Composite IBCs should be NP (not permitted) under all conditions, since there are no units that meet current Listing requirements by either UL or FM. A note should be added that units previously Listed may continue to be used. de Nooij, Tom Listed IBC's are not, or hardly not, available in Europe.

176 1 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM First Revision No. 210-NFPA [ Section No ] Storage cabinets that meet at least one of the following sets of requirements shall be acceptable for storage of liquids: (1) Storage cabinets designed and constructed to limit the internal temperature at the center of the cabinet and 1 in. (25 mm) from the top of the cabinet to not more than 325 F (163 C), when subjected to a 10-minute fire test that simulates the fire exposure of the standard time temperature curve specified in ASTM E119, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, shall be acceptable. All joints and seams shall remain tight and the door shall remain securely closed during the test. (2) Metal storage cabinets constructed in the following manner shall be acceptable: (a) (b) (c) The bottom, top, door, and sides of the cabinet shall be at least No. 18 gauge sheet steel and shall be double-walled, with in. (38 mm) air space. Joints shall be riveted, welded, or made tight by some equally effective means. The door shall be provided with a three-point latch arrangement, and the door sill shall be raised at least 2 in. (50 mm) above the bottom of the cabinet to retain spilled liquid within the cabinet. (3) Wooden cabinets constructed in the following manner shall be acceptable: (a) The bottom, sides, and top shall be constructed of exterior grade plywood that is at least 1 in. (25 mm) thick and of a type that will not break down or delaminate under fire conditions. (b) All joints shall be rabbetted and shall be fastened in two directions with wood screws. (c) Where more than one door is used, there shall be a rabbetted overlap of not less than 1 in. (25 mm). (d) Doors shall be equipped with a means of latching, and hinges shall be constructed and mounted in such a manner as to not lose their holding capacity when subjected to fire exposure. (e) A raised sill or pan capable of containing a 2 in. (50 mm) depth of liquid shall be provided at the bottom of the cabinet to retain spilled liquid within the cabinet. (4) Listed storage cabinets that have been constructed and tested in accordance with (1) UL 1275, Standard for Flammable Liquid Storage Cabinets ; FM Class Number 6050, Approval Standard for Storage Cabinets (Flammable and Combustible Liquids) ; or equivalent shall be acceptable. Supplemental Information File Name FR_210.docx Description Shows correct numbering/lettering, underlines/strikes appropriate section; for staff use Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Sep 15 10:23:32 EDT 2015

177 2 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Committee Statement Committee Statement: This FR is a response to PI 98. The proposed revision was not adopted because it mandates listing in every case and does not reference any alternative listing standards. Instead, the committee has chosen to add the listing documents to section 9.5.3(4), which speaks specifically to listed cabinets. Response Message: Public Input No. 98-NFPA [Section No ] Ballot Results This item has passed ballot 28 Eligible Voters 2 Not Returned 25 Affirmative All 1 Affirmative with Comments 0 Negative with Comments 0 Abstention Not Returned Fitzgerald, Keric M. Lentz, Thomas S. Affirmative All Apostoluk, Peter R. Bellamy, Tracey D. Carter, Glen A. Cosey, William V. F. De Taeye, Claire V. Foley, John J. Havens, Dwight H. Hicks, Donald B. Hild, Richard J. Kidd, Todd M. Kirby, David C. Kraus, Richard S. Kulpit, Jonathan LeBlanc, John A. McQuaid, John A. Nugent, David P. Ordile, Anthony M. Riegel, Roland A. Rindfuss, Lee T.

178 3 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Seuss, Jr., George A. Stephens, Ronald J. Stutzki, Richard E. Swenson, David C. Willse, Peter J. Workman, Martin H. Affirmative with Comment de Nooij, Tom UL does not tell you how to construct cabinets. So I believe the word constructed should be removed

179 4 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM First Revision No. 203-NFPA [ Section No ] Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 10 shall be provided where liquids are stored. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Wed Sep 09 14:30:24 EDT 2015 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The committee agrees that should be worded to be consistent with Response Message: Public Input No. 46-NFPA [Section No ] Ballot Results This item has passed ballot 28 Eligible Voters 2 Not Returned 26 Affirmative All 0 Affirmative with Comments 0 Negative with Comments 0 Abstention Not Returned Fitzgerald, Keric M. Lentz, Thomas S. Affirmative All Apostoluk, Peter R. Bellamy, Tracey D. Carter, Glen A. Cosey, William V. F. De Taeye, Claire V.

180 5 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Foley, John J. Havens, Dwight H. Hicks, Donald B. Hild, Richard J. Kidd, Todd M. Kirby, David C. Kraus, Richard S. Kulpit, Jonathan LeBlanc, John A. McQuaid, John A. Nugent, David P. Ordile, Anthony M. Riegel, Roland A. Rindfuss, Lee T. Seuss, Jr., George A. Stephens, Ronald J. Stutzki, Richard E. Swenson, David C. Willse, Peter J. Workman, Martin H. de Nooij, Tom

181 6 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM First Revision No. 204-NFPA [ Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Lockers shall include a spill containment system to prevent the flow of liquids from the structure under locker under emergency conditions. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Wed Sep 09 15:59:31 EDT 2015 Committee Statement Committee Statement: Response Message: Clarification to ensure that it applies to the locker and not to the structure the locker may be located in. Public Input No. 47-NFPA [Section No [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Ballot Results This item has passed ballot 28 Eligible Voters 2 Not Returned 26 Affirmative All 0 Affirmative with Comments 0 Negative with Comments 0 Abstention Not Returned Fitzgerald, Keric M. Lentz, Thomas S. Affirmative All Apostoluk, Peter R. Bellamy, Tracey D. Carter, Glen A. Cosey, William V. F. De Taeye, Claire V.

182 7 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Foley, John J. Havens, Dwight H. Hicks, Donald B. Hild, Richard J. Kidd, Todd M. Kirby, David C. Kraus, Richard S. Kulpit, Jonathan LeBlanc, John A. McQuaid, John A. Nugent, David P. Ordile, Anthony M. Riegel, Roland A. Rindfuss, Lee T. Seuss, Jr., George A. Stephens, Ronald J. Stutzki, Richard E. Swenson, David C. Willse, Peter J. Workman, Martin H. de Nooij, Tom

183 8 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM First Revision No. 205-NFPA [ Section No ] Containers of liquid in their original shipping packages shall be permitted to be stored either palletized or solid piled within the locker. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: FLC-SWC Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Wed Sep 09 16:02:11 EDT 2015 Committee Statement Committee Statement: The committee agrees that clarification is in order. Response Message: Public Input No. 48-NFPA [Section No ] Ballot Results This item has passed ballot 28 Eligible Voters 2 Not Returned 26 Affirmative All 0 Affirmative with Comments 0 Negative with Comments 0 Abstention Not Returned Fitzgerald, Keric M. Lentz, Thomas S. Affirmative All Apostoluk, Peter R. Bellamy, Tracey D. Carter, Glen A. Cosey, William V. F. De Taeye, Claire V. Foley, John J.

184 9 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Havens, Dwight H. Hicks, Donald B. Hild, Richard J. Kidd, Todd M. Kirby, David C. Kraus, Richard S. Kulpit, Jonathan LeBlanc, John A. McQuaid, John A. Nugent, David P. Ordile, Anthony M. Riegel, Roland A. Rindfuss, Lee T. Seuss, Jr., George A. Stephens, Ronald J. Stutzki, Richard E. Swenson, David C. Willse, Peter J. Workman, Martin H. de Nooij, Tom

185 0 of 163 6/13/2016 1:30 AM Committee Input No. 209-NFPA [ Chapter 16 ] Chapter 16 Automatic Fire Protection for Inside Liquid Storage Areas 16.1 Scope * This chapter shall apply to automatic fire protection systems for all inside storage of flammable and combustible liquids in containers, intermediate bulk containers, and portable tanks as specified in Section * This chapter shall not apply to Class IA flammable liquids or to unstable flammable or combustible liquids Storage of liquids that is protected in accordance with the applicable requirements of this chapter shall be considered protected, as defined in All other storage shall be considered unprotected unless an alternate means of protection has been approved by the authority having jurisdiction Definitions Specific to Chapter 16. For the purposes of this chapter, the terms in this section shall have the definitions given IBC. Where used in this chapter, IBC refers to intermediate bulk containers Protected Storage. Flammable and combustible liquids storage that is protected in accordance with this chapter * Relieving-Style Container. A metal container, a metal intermediate bulk container, or a metal portable tank that is equipped with at least one pressure-relieving mechanism at its top that is designed, sized, and arranged to relieve the internal pressure generated due to exposure to fire so that violent rupture is prevented * Unsaturated Polyester Resin (UPR). A resin that contains up to 50 percent by weight of Class IC, Class II, or Class III liquid, but no Class IA or Class IB liquid Viscous Liquid. A liquid that gels, thickens, or solidifies when heated or whose viscosity at room temperature versus weight percent content of Class I, Class II, or Class III liquid is in the shaded portion of Figure Figure Viscous Liquid: Viscosity Versus Weight Percent Flammable or Combustible Component.