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1 Page 1 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 13-NFPA [ Global Input ] Photoluminescent. A type of sign that is self-energized with respect to luminosity and requires no external power source. A Photoluminescent materials in compliance with UL1994 can be used. Consideration needs to be given to the proper mounting of photoluminescent symbols in well-lighted location to ensure charging by exposure to ambient light. A Photoluminescent materials in compliance with UL1994 can be used. Consideration needs to be given to the proper mounting of photoluminescent in well-lighted location to ensure charging by exposure to ambient light. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input I propose to replace the term "self-luminous" with "photoluminescent" throughout NFPA 170. It is obvious from the material description in A and A that the intent of NFPA 170 is to describe the photoluminescent feature. UL924 Standard 9th edition describes the term "self-luminous" as follows: 4.48 SELF-LUMINOUS EXIT SIGN A sign with an integral legally required legend that is powered continuously by a self-contained energy source other than a battery, such as radioactive tritium gas. Operation of a self-luminous exit sign is independent of external power supplies or other external forms of energy. This definition does not include exit signs dependent upon photoluminescent materials. UL924 Standard 9th edition describes the term "photoluminescent" as follows: 4.38 PHOTOLUMINESCENT Having the property of emitting light that continues for a length of time after excitation by visible or invisible light has been removed. Emergency Evacuation Diagrams and Plans are not made using radioactive self-luminous material and not made using reflective material (reflective material is typically used on car license plates and traffic signs). Yet, Emergency Evacuation Diagrams and Plans are quite frequently made using photoluminescent material which charges when ambient lighting is on and emits its (non-electrical, non-radioactive) luminance in full darkness for building occupants to read in darkness scenarios. Submitter Information Verification

2 Page 2 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Submitter Full MARINA BATZKE Name: Organization: AMERICAN PERMALIGHT INC Affilliation: ASTM E12.13 Sub-Committee Chair on "Photoluminescent Safety Products" Submittal Date: Thu Jul 05 20:17:57 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: FR-28-NFPA Statement: The TC has changed the definition of self luminous to better address the concerns of the submitter. Wherever the wording "self luminous" exisits within the standard, this new definition will now include photoluminescent materials. The annex information for A and A will now allow photluminescent materials. Copyright Assignment I, MARINA BATZKE, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am MARINA BATZKE, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

3 Page 3 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 15-NFPA [ Section No. 4.2 ] Original Hide Markup 4.2* Symbols for General Use. The symbols for general use shall be as given in Table 4.2. Table 4.2 Symbols for General Use

4 Page 4 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application Emergency Exit Square field Background green Door opening white Image in green The identification and location of an emergency exit Example The location of exit for use in a fire emergency Emergency Exit Use of Arrows Rectangular Field Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red The identification Progress to and location of the right a route to an emergency exit The identification and location of a route to an emergency exit The identification and location of a route to an emergency exit Progress up and to the right Progress down and to the right The identification Progress and location of forward a route to an emergency exit

5 Page 5 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red Painted version:?background color white?arrows red or black Backlit version:?doorway, arrows, and lettering in green or red Example The identification Progress and location of down a route to an emergency exit The identification Progress to and location of the left a route to an emergency exit The identification and location of a route to an emergency exit The identification and location of a route to an emergency exit Progress up and to the left Progress down and to the left

6 Page 6 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application Emergency Exit Route (Combination of Two Symbols) Example Square field Background green Door opening white Image in green For arrows: Square field Green arrow on white background or white arrow on green background The identification and location of a route to be used in an emergency The direction to a fire exit Accessible Emergency Exit (Combination of Two Symbols) Square field Background green Door opening white Image in green International symbol of accessibility per ANSI A117.1, Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities The identification of a route that leads to an emergency exit that is accessible to disabled users, as specified by ANSI A117.1, Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities The location of a route toward a fire exit that is accessible to disabled users

7 Page 7 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application Accessible Emergency Exit Route (Combination of Three Symbols) Square field Background green Door opening white Image in green International symbol of accessibility per ANSI A117.1, Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities For arrows: Square field Green arrow on white background or white arrow on green background Square field Red prohibition symbol Example The The location identification of of the route a route that toward a fire leads to an exit that is emergency exit accessible that is to disabled accessible to users disabled users Not an Exit Use Stairs in Case of Fire Background white. Square field Door frame green. Door opening white. Image in black Red circle and diagonal slash The location of an interior door such The as one identification of leading to a doors that do closet, an NOT lead to an interior exit courtyard, or a basement Square field Red flame Black figure White background An instruction The to the user to identification use stairs that stairs (downward are to be egress) in case used in of fire case of fire

8 Page 8 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application Use Stairs in Case of Fire Example Square field Red flame Black figure White background An instruction The to the user to identification use stairs that stairs (upward are to be egress) in case used in of fire case of fire Do Not Use Elevator in Case of Fire Rectangular field Red flame Black figures White background Red circle and slash An instruction not to use elevators in case of fire Posted near elevator call button No Open Flame Flame No Open Flame Lighted Match Circular field Red circle and slash Black image White background The identification of areas in which open flame is prohibited The identification of areas, such as combustible storage areas, gas stations, and hazardous areas Circular field Red circle and slash Black image White background An instruction not to use lighted matches Where posted, the use of matches is prohibited

9 Page 9 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application No Smoking No Campfires Circular field Red circle and slash Black image White background Circular field Red circle and slash Black image White background The identification of areas in which smoking is prohibited The identification of areas where campfires are not permitted Example The identification of areas, such as those for flammable liquid storage, where smoking could lead to fire or explosion The identification of areas, such as municipal parks, where campfires are not permitted Manual Station Pull Station/Fire Alarm Box Rectangular field Red background White flame White hand White box White horn White wave An instruction to actuate an alarm-initiating device in a fire emergency Posted above a manually activated initiating device No Cooking Square field White background Red flame Black pot and steam Red circle and slash An instruction not to cook food in an area Posted inside a guest room in a hotel or a student room in a college dormitory

10 Page 10 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application Area of Refuge Example Square field White background Red flame The identification of an area of refuge A designated area of refuge to be used in a fire emergency No Hanger Red circle and slash Black image To prohibit hanging clothes or other items from sprinklers Where posted Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Square field White background Red heart White bolt through the heart Black lettering To identify the location of AEDs Posted in airports and other places of assembly Fire Extinguisher Square field Red background White symbol For everyday use in workplaces and public areas; supplementary text sign can be used to increase comprehension Fire safety signage, manuals, and notices

11 Page 11 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Application Fire Hose or Standpipe Square field Red background White symbol For everyday use in workplaces and public areas; supplementary text sign can be used to increase comprehension Example Fire safety signage, manuals, and notices Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Not an Exit According to Ms. Sandra Stanek CFPS, the square field characteristic of the symbol describes the emergency exit symbol (see note below). If this is the case, then the first characteristic should be the Red Prohibition Symbol which describes the general shape or field of the concerned symbol. I used the "Red Prohibition Symbol" term in reference to where the specifications of the prohibition symbol can be found. This term is also used in the characteristics of "No Fire Fighting" symbol. The "Background white" characteristic follows right after the "Red Prohibition Symbol" characteristic. This arrangement would naturally describes the background color of the prohibition symbol as white. Note: I raised the issue of the square field to Ms. Stanek CFPS through and her reply was: Question #2 Not an exit. The door itself is square encased within the red circle & diagonal slash. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: NIVARD UNLAYAO Organization: QATAR PETROLEUM Submittal Date: Mon Jul 30 13:35:35 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: FR-2-NFPA Statement: The TC agrees with the submitter for the edits, additional information and clarification for the "Not an Exit" symbol and "Manual Station-Pull Station/Fire Alarm Box" Copyright Assignment I, NIVARD UNLAYAO, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

12 Page 12 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart By checking this box I affirm that I am NIVARD UNLAYAO, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

13 Page 13 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 12-NFPA [ Section No. 5.2 ] Original Hide Markup 5.2* Symbols for Use by the Fire Service. The symbols for use by the fire service shall be as given in Table 5.2. Table 5.2 Symbols for Use by the Fire Service

14 Page 14 of 73 Print Reload Page Symbol Close Show Application Cart Examples Fire Department Automatic Sprinkler Connection Siamese Square field Red background White symbol The identification and location of a fire department automatic sprinkler connection The location of a single automatic siamese automatic sprinkler connections on buildings The location of siamese freestanding automatic sprinkler connections Fire Department Automatic Sprinkler Connection Single Square field Red background White symbol The identification and location of a fire department automatic sprinkler connection The location of a single automatic sprinkler connection on buildings The location of a single freestanding automatic sprinkler connection Fire Department Standpipe Connection Square field Red background White symbol The identification and location of a fire department standpipe connection The location of standpipe connections on buildings and structures The location of freestanding standpipe connections

15 Page 15 of 73 Print Reload Page Symbol Close Show Application Cart Examples Fire Department Combined Automatic Sprinkler/Standpipe Connection Square field Red background White symbol The identification and location of a fire department combined automatic sprinkler/standpipe connection The location of combined sprinkler/standpipe connections on buildings The location of freestanding combined sprinkler/standpipe connections Fire Hydrant (All Types) Square field Red background White symbol The identification and location of a fire hydrant The location of fire hydrants, wall hydrants, underground hydrants, or other fire-fighting water supplies Automatic Sprinkler Control Valve Square field Red background White symbol The identification and location of an automatic sprinkler control valve The location of control valves for automatic sprinkler systems On doors of rooms containing control valves Electric Panel or Electric Shutoff The identification Square field and location of an Blue background electrical panel or White symbol other electric shutoff device The location of electric panels or other electric control devices that can be located in basements or mechanical rooms

16 Page 16 of 73 Print Reload Page Symbol Close Show Application Cart Examples Gas Shutoff Valve Square field Red background White symbol Red letter G The location of a gas shutoff valve The location of gas shutoff valves On doors of rooms containing gas shutoff valves Fire-Fighting Hose or Standpipe Outlet Square field Red background White symbol The location of a fire-fighting hose or a standpipe outlet The location of interior fire-fighting hose stations and standpipe outlets in buildings and structures The location on bridges or elevated highways Fire Extinguisher Square field Red background White symbol The location of a fire extinguisher The location of fire extinguishers in buildings and exterior locations Directional Arrow Square field Background green to correspond to accompanying sign White symbol Direction to the location of firefighting equipment or utility; always used in conjunction with, and adjacent to, another symbol indicating the particular equipment or utility

17 Page 17 of 73 Print Reload Page Symbol Close Show Application Cart Examples Diagonal Directional Arrow Square field Background green to correspond to accompanying sign White symbol Child Care Center Direction to the location of firefighting equipment or utility; always used in conjunction with, and adjacent to, another symbol indicating the particular equipment or utility Square field Blue infant and hands White background The identification and location of child care centers On the door opening into child care centers At a fire department command or access point indicating presence and location of child care centers Emergency Telephone Square field Red background. The identification and location of fire service or emergency telephone system White phone No Fire Fighting Red prohibition symbol Octagonal field White background Black truck Red prohibition symbol To be posted on, near, or on the approach to buildings where fire fighting is not to occur Explosives bunkers, frangible buildings, or contaminated buildings

18 Page 18 of 73 Print Reload Page Symbol Close Show Application Cart Examples Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Square field White symbol Green background To indicate the location of SCBA, breathing air connections, or refill location For SCBA fill locations in highrise buildings Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Fire Department Automatic Sprinkler Connection - Siamese The proposed change will prevent confusion with the first example of Fire Department Automatic Sprinkler Connection - Single. Emergency Telephone The proposed change shall identify the standard field of the symbol. A rectangular field can also be used alternatively. Whichever the shape will be used, it must be included in the corresponding characteristics column of the symbol. The chosen shape or field should be the first characteristic to achieve consistency with other symbols' characteristics. No Fire Fighting Having the octagonal field as the first characteristic in the column can result in a little bit of confusion until you analyze the symbol and its characteristics more closely. Since the first characteristic of the preceding symbols (except for Emergency Telephone) describes the overall shape of these symbols, the No Fire Fighting symbol should follow also this format. Hence, the proposed change. SCBA symbol The symbol should have a square field to achieve consistency with the corresponding characteristic. Firefighting Hose or Standpipe Outlet Symbol According to Ms. Sandra Stanek, CFPS, this symbol can be used for Class II and III standpipes. This symbol should not be used for Class II standpipe (or occupant use) so as not to confuse with Fire Hose or Standpipe symbol for General Use (Table 4.2, page ). For Class III standpipes, the appropriate symbol would be the Fire Department Standpipe Connection symbol (Table 5.2, page ) with a white flame beside it. Having a different symbol for each class of standpipe could prevent confusion and delay in response to fire. A firefighter carrying a hose could be mistakenly led to Class II standpipe instead to Class III in case there is no Class I standpipe in the stairwell. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: NIVARD UNLAYAO Organization: QATAR PETROLEUM Submittal Date: Sat Jun 30 07:37:17 EDT 2012 Committee Statement

19 Page 19 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Resolution: FR-3-NFPA Statement: Fire Department Automatic Sprinkler Connection - Siamese The proposed change will prevent confusion with the first example of Fire Department Automatic Sprinkler Connection - Single. Emergency Telephone The proposed change will identify the standard field of the symbol. A rectangular field can also be used alternatively. Whichever the shape will be used, it must be included in the corresponding characteristics column of the symbol. The chosen shape or field should be the first characteristic to achieve consistency with other symbols' characteristics. No Fire Fighting Having the octagonal field as the first characteristic in the column can result in a little bit of confusion until one can analyze the symbol and its characteristics more closely. Since the first characteristic of the preceding symbols (except for Emergency Telephone) describes the overall shape of these symbols, the "No Fire Fighting" symbol should follow also this format. Hence, the proposed change. The TC changed the outer field to circular to represent the actual symbol. SCBA symbol The symbol should have a rectangular field to achieve consistency with the corresponding characteristic. Firefighting Hose or Standpipe Outlet Symbol No demonstrated need to add classifications of standpipe. Hoses are connected via couplings for either type. Copyright Assignment I, NIVARD UNLAYAO, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am NIVARD UNLAYAO, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

20 Page 20 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 17-NFPA [ Section No ] Original Hide Markup Revise Table with the uploaded file * Symbols for Walls and Parapets. Symbols for walls and parapets shall be as given in Table Table Symbols for Walls and Parapets Symbol Wall basic shape Smoke barrier wall 1?2 -hour fire-rated wall Description 1?2 -hour fire-rated/smoke barrier wall 3?4 -hour fire-rated wall 3?4 -hour fire-rated/smoke barrier wall 1-hour fire-rated wall 1-hour fire-rated/smoke barrier wall 2-hour fire-rated wall 2-hour fire-rated/smoke barrier wall 3-hour fire-rated wall 3-hour fire-rated/smoke barrier wall 4-hour fire-rated wall 4-hour fire-rated/smoke barrier wall Parapet One cross for each 150 mm (6 in.) parapet that extends above roof (Shown is plan view of symbol.) Additional Proposed Changes File Name Description Approved Open 170_Cohen_Upload_Table.pdf Table Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

21 Page 21 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart NFPA NFPA 5000 offers the following four definitions: Fire Barrier Wall. A wall, other than a fire wall, having a fire resistance rating Fire Wall. A wall separating buildings or subdividing a building to prevent the spread of fire and having a fire resistance rating and structural stability Smoke Partition. A continuous membrane that is designed to form a barrier to limit the transfer of smoke Smoke Battier. A continuous membrane, or a membrane with discontinuities created by protected openings, where such membrane is designed and constructed to restrict the movement of smoke. Most noticeably, there is a technical difference between a fire wall and a fire barrier wall and Table does not recognize this difference. Furthermore, Table does not provide a symbol for a smoke partition, which is different than a smoke barrier. As an example, Table provides a symbol for a 2-hour fire rated wall. Thus, using the definition in NFPA 5000, which is used throughout the NFPA standards, this symbol is to be used for a free-standing wall having structural stability (i.e., a wall separating bays in a warehouse or a wall providing separation between transformers). This symbol cannot be used to identify a stairway enclosure in a high rise building because those walls do not have structural stability. The table does not provide a symbol for a 2-hour fire barrier wall typically found in a building. My proposed corrections identifies the additional symbols and definitions that are required to provide a complete listing. Also please note that no NFPA standard or nationally recognized building code recognizes or requires a 3/4-hour barrier wall; the symbol should eliminated. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Hal Cohen Organization: HCC and Associates, Inc. Submittal Date: Fri Nov 30 10:12:47 EST 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: FR-4-NFPA Statement: The basic shape for "wall" does not need designation therefore we are not adding other verbiage. The symbol SP is a smoke partition and special terms are not necessary. The submitter's "barrier wall'' designation is not changed by the Technical Committee because there is varied terminology for fire rated construction and we are not removing 3/4 fire rated wall because there may be situations where it could be used by a designer. The technical committee is adding the new designation "F" to denote a firewall to the "2 hour", "3 hour", 4 hour" symbols. See attachment for new artwork Copyright Assignment I, Hal Cohen, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am Hal Cohen, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

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23 Page 22 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 20-NFPA [ Section No ] Original Hide Markup 6.3.3* Symbols for Walls and Parapets. Symbols for walls and parapets shall be as given in Table Table Symbols for Walls and Parapets

24 Page 23 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Description Cart Wall basic shape Smoke resistive construction Smoke barrier wall 1?2 -hour fire-rated wall barrier 1?2 -hour fire/smoke -rated /smoke barrier wall 3?4 -hour fire-rated wall barrier 3?4 -hour fire/smoke -rated /smoke barrier wall 1-hour fire-rated wall barrier 1-hour fire/smoke -rated /smoke barrier wall 2-hour fire-rated wall barrier (Add "FW" to symbol to indicate Fire Wall) 2-hour fire/smoke -rated /smoke barrier wall barrier (Add "FW" to symbol to indicate Fire Wall)

25 Page 24 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Description Cart 3-hour fire-rated wall barrier (Add "FW" to symbol to indicate Fire Wall) 3-hour fire/smoke -rated /smoke barrier wall barrier (Add "FW" to symbol to indicate Fire Wall) 4-hour fire-rated wall barrier (Add "FW" to symbol to indicate Fire Wall) 4-hour fire/smoke -rated /smoke barrier wall barrier (Add "FW" to symbol to indicate Fire Wall) Parapet One cross for each 150 mm (6 in.) parapet that extends above roof (Shown is plan view of symbol.) Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input All of the rated designations are shown as fire rated walls. NFPA differentiates between fire walls and fire barriers. There should be a way to differentiate between these on the drawings. By changing the line type and the description of the line type, it is easier for a designer to indicate what is intended by the fire resistance rating applied to the partition. In addition, the current line types are not standard AutoCad line types and as such, using them requires additional steps to be taken to import the line type to the.dwg file. This creates problems when files are transferred digitally and edited by multiple architects/engineers. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Wed Jan 02 12:40:08 EST 2013 Committee Statement Resolution: The use of double lines would signify the symbols would be lost on small scale drawings. The submitter may use these line types in his work but the TC recognizes that this same idea is due to the control of the placement of the symbols. The TC has always rejected the use of color to differentiate the line type. Copyright Assignment

26 Page 25 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

27 Page 26 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 19-NFPA [ Section No. 7.2 ] Original Hide Markup 7.2* Water Supply and Distribution Symbols. Water supply and distribution symbols shall be as given in Table 7.2. Table 7.2 Water Supply and Distribution Symbols

28 Page 27 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public water main Private water main Water main under building Suction pipe Comments Indicate pipe size and material Indicate pipe size and material Indicate pipe size and material Indicate pipe size and material Thrust block Riser Pipe elbow up or down Pipe tee up or down Valves (general) Height on either side indicated by pipe height tags Height of crossed pipes indicated by pipe height tags Basic shape; indicate valve size Valve in pit Indicate valve size Post-indicator valve Indicate valve size Key-operated valve Indicate valve size OS&Y valve (outside screw and yoke, rising stem) Indicating butterfly valve Nonindicating valve (nonrising-stem valve) Check valve Indicate valve size Indicate valve size Indicate valve size Basic shape; indicate valve size, direction of flow Also referred to as Backflow preventer a double check double check type valve assembly

29 Page 28 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Comments Backflow preventer reduced pressure zone (RPZ) type Pressure-regulating valve Pressure relief valve Float valve Meter Indicate type Private hydrant, one hose outlet Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Public hydrant, two hose outlets Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Public hydrant, two hose outlets and pumper connection Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Wall hydrant, two hose outlets Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Private housed hydrant, two hose outlets Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Siamese fire department connection Freestanding siamese fire department connection Specify type, size, and angle Sidewalk or pit type; specify size

30 Page 29 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Single fire department connection Comments Specify type, size, thread, and angle Fire pump with driver Specify driver type and rated capacity Freestanding test header Freestanding; specify number and sizes of outlets Wall-mounted test header Wall; specify number and sizes of outlets Screen/strainer Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input There is no standard symbol to indicate fittings vertically within the page. This provides a means of doing so. Without the pipe height tags proposed in Public Input No. 10-NFPA [ Section No. 7.9 ], there is no way to tell if an elbow goes up or down. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Wed Jan 02 12:02:22 EST 2013 Committee Statement Resolution: FR-5-NFPA Statement: The technical Committee agrees with the submitter as there is no standard symbol to indicate fittings vertically within the page. This additional information provides a means of doing so. Without the pipe height tags there is no way to tell if an elbow goes up or down. Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

31 Page 30 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 2-NFPA [ Section No. 7.2 ] Original Hide Markup 7.2* Water Supply and Distribution Symbols. Water supply and distribution symbols shall be as given in Table 7.2. Table 7.2 Water Supply and Distribution Symbols

32 Page 31 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public water main Private water main Comments Indicate pipe size and material Indicate pipe size and material Replace with Standard AutoCad Line Type Water main under building Suction pipe Indicate pipe size and material Indicate pipe size and material Thrust block Riser Valves (general) Basic shape; indicate valve size Valve in pit Indicate valve size Post-indicator valve Indicate valve size Key-operated valve Indicate valve size OS&Y valve (outside screw and yoke, rising stem) Indicate valve size Indicating butterfly valve Nonindicating valve (nonrising-stem valve) Check valve Backflow preventer? double check type Indicate valve size Indicate valve size Basic shape; indicate valve size, direction of flow Also referred to as a double check valve assembly Backflow preventer? reduced pressure zone (RPZ) type

33 Page 32 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Comments Pressure-regulating valve Pressure relief valve Float valve Meter Indicate type Flow Meter Pressure Meter Velocity Meter Private hydrant, one hose outlet Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Public hydrant, two hose outlets Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Public hydrant, two hose outlets and pumper connection Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Wall hydrant, two hose outlets Indicate size, type of thread, or connection Private housed hydrant, two hose outlets Indicate size, type of thread, or connection

34 Page 33 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Siamese fire department connection Comments Specify type, size, and angle Freestanding siamese fire department connection Single fire department connection Fire pump with driver Freestanding test header Sidewalk or pit type; specify size Specify type, size, thread, and angle Specify driver type and rated capacity Freestanding; specify number and sizes of outlets Wall-mounted test header Wall; specify number and sizes of outlets Screen/strainer Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input 1. The line type shown for "Water Main Under Building" is not a standard AutoCad line type. As such it must be created for each drawing in order to follow this standard. When this happens, extra files are required to be transmitted with the digital version of the drawing in order for the line type to appear properly on another machine. 2. Meter types were not specified even though the comment noted "indicate type." Meter types were added in order to standardize subscripts that are associated with the meter symbol. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Mon Jun 11 11:17:54 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: The technical committee recognizes that the symbol for "water main under building" is left up to the design professional, he or she can use the one in Table 7.2 or use their own. The symbol change for flow meter is not being changed because the basic symbol indicates the type of meter. The user is always free to add his own supplemental data using local terminology and subscripts such as this public input. Copyright Assignment

35 Page 34 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

36 Page 35 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 5-NFPA [ Section No ] Original Hide Markup 7.6.2* Symbols for Fire Sprinklers. Symbols for fire sprinklers shall be as given in Table Table Symbols for Fire Sprinklers

37 Page 36 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Description Show Cart Comments Upright sprinkler Pendent sprinkler Upright sprinkler; on sprig Note DP on drawing and/or in specifications where dry pendent sprinklers are employed Upright sprinkler on top of riser nipple Upright sprinkler on top of riser nipple with sprig Pendent sprinkler; on drop nipple Note DP on drawing and/or in specifications where dry pendent sprinklers are employed Sprinkler, with guard Upright sprinkler head shown Sidewall sprinkler Outside sprinkler Open sprinkler on branch line Open sprinkler on branch line with sprig Water spray nozzle Specify type, orifice size; for example, open sprinkler (window or cornice)

38 Page 37 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Description Show Cart Comments Window sprinklers Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input The sprinkler guard symbol can easily be mistaken for a sprinkler or standpipe riser because the "X" goes through the whole circle. With the X removed from the middle and only showing on the outside, not only is the symbol less confusing, but also it lets the plan reviewer see more easily what type of sprinkler is being represented, especially if there is only one sprinkler guard in a room. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Mon Jun 11 14:26:10 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: It is the individual designer's option to show sprinkler designations in his sprinkler head legend on his drawing. There is no support from the TC for shading in the designation for dry pendent. Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

39 Page 38 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 6-NFPA [ Section No ] Original Hide Markup 7.6.2* Symbols for Fire Sprinklers. Symbols for fire sprinklers shall be as given in Table Table Symbols for Fire Sprinklers

40 Page 39 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Description Show Cart Comments Upright sprinkler Pendent sprinkler Upright sprinkler; on sprig Note DP on drawing and/or in specifications where dry pendent sprinklers are employed Upright sprinkler on top of riser nipple Upright sprinkler on top of riser nipple with sprig Pendent sprinkler; on drop nipple Note DP on drawing and/or in specifications where dry pendent sprinklers are employed Sprinkler, with guard Sidewall sprinkler Dry Sidewall Sprinkler Upright sprinkler head shown Outside sprinkler Specify type, orifice size; for example, open sprinkler (window or cornice) Open sprinkler on branch line Open sprinkler on branch line with sprig Water spray nozzle Window sprinklers

41 Page 40 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Added Dry Sidewall sprinkler. This type of sprinkler is commonly used and thus should have a standard symbol associated with it. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Tue Jun 12 10:02:51 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: It is up to the individual sprinkler designer's option to designate how to denote a sprinkler with a head guard. Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

42 Page 41 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 11-NFPA [ Section No. 7.7 ] Original Hide Markup 7.7 Symbols for Portable Fire Extinguishers. Symbols for portable fire extinguishers shall be as given in Table 7.7. Table 7.7 Symbols for Portable Fire Extinguishers Symbol Portable fire ex

43 Page 42 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Basic shape Mounted on Wall Bracket Fill in triangle with extinguisher Portable Fire Extingisher in Ca Water extinguisher Fo

44 Page 43 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Dry chemical extinguisher for liquid, gas, or electrical fires Dry chemical extinguisher for fires of all types (except metals CO 2 extinguisher Halon or clean agent exting

45 Page 44 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Extinguisher for meta

46 Page 45 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Fire Extinguishers are typically mounted on a wall bracket or in a cabinet. A differentiation in symbol is needed to determine which is intended on a design drawing. These symbols provide an easy way to depict a fire extinguishers located within a cabinet or on a wall bracket. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Wed Jun 13 15:33:46 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: The submittal data can be added to differentiate this type of mounting of the fire extinguisher. Showing a triangle inside of a square confuses the extinguisher basic shape and could be confused with the symbols in Table Symbols for Systems Utilizing a Gaseous Medium Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment.

47 Page 46 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

48 Page 47 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 18-NFPA [ Section No. 7.8 ] Original Hide Markup 7.8 Symbols for Fire-Fighting Equipment. Symbols for fire-fighting equipment shall be as given in Table 7.8. Table 7.8 Symbols for Fire-Fighting Equipment Symbol Description Comments Fire-fighting equipment Basic shape CO 2 reel station Dry chemical reel station Foam reel station Hose station, dry standpipe Hose station, wet standpipe Monitor nozzle, dry Specify orifice size Monitor nozzle, charged Specify orifice size Fire Hose Valve Connection Specify thread size Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input The symbols for fire fighting equipment did not include a fire hose valve connection symbol. The ones provided indicate a hose is provided. In many cases a standpipe is only provided with a connection and is not provided with a hose. We need a way to differentiate between these 2 equipment types. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Wed Jan 02 11:47:19 EST 2013 Committee Statement Resolution: The symbol proposed is not consistent with the other sysbols in this section and resembles a hose bibb.

49 Page 48 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

50 Page 49 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 10-NFPA [ Section No. 7.9 ] Original Hide Markup 7.9* Miscellaneous Symbols. Miscellaneous symbols shall be as given in Table 7.9. Table 7.9 Miscellaneous Symbols

51 Page 50 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Description Show Cart Comments Agent storage container Specify type of agent and mounting Agent storage container foam Agent storage container Halon Agent storage container carbon dioxide Agent storage container clean agent Agent storage container dry chemical Agent storage container water mist Agent storage container wet chemical Special spray nozzle Fusible link Specify type, orifice, size, other required data (shown here on pipe) Specify degrees Fusible link with electrothermal feature Specify degrees Solenoid valve End of line device resistor End of line device relay End of line device capacitor End of line device diode Transfer switch automatic with handle

52 Page 51 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Description Show Cart Comments Transfer switch manual with handle (X'-X") Pipe Height Indication Express in Feet and Inches Above Finished Floor Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Pipe height needs to be indicated on all sprinkler drawings. This standard way provides a concise means to indicate where pipe changes height and how much the height changes. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Wed Jun 13 15:19:26 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: This is outside of the scope of this committee. Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

53 Page 52 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 7-NFPA [ Section No. 7.9 ] Original Hide Markup 7.9* Miscellaneous Symbols. Miscellaneous symbols shall be as given in Table 7.9. Table 7.9 Miscellaneous Symbols

54 Page 53 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Description Show Cart Comments Agent storage container Specify type of agent and mounting Agent storage container foam Agent storage container Halon Agent storage container carbon dioxide Agent storage container clean agent Agent storage container dry chemical Agent storage container water mist Agent storage container wet chemical Special spray nozzle Fusible link Specify type, orifice, size, other required data (shown here on pipe) Specify degrees Fusible link with electrothermal feature Specify degrees Solenoid valve End of line device resistor End of line device relay End of line device capacitor End of line device diode Transfer switch automatic with handle

55 Page 54 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Description Show Cart Comments Transfer switch manual with handle Hydraulic Reference Node Specify node number Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input A standard symbol needs to be provided to indicate a hydraulic reference point that correlates with the hydraulic calculations provided. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Tue Jun 12 10:32:13 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: This requirement is outside of the scope of this committee Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

56 Page 55 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 8-NFPA [ Section No. 7.9 ] Original Hide Markup 7.9* Miscellaneous Symbols. Miscellaneous symbols shall be as given in Table 7.9. Table 7.9 Miscellaneous Symbols

57 Page 56 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Comments Agent storage container Specify type of agent and mounting Agent storage container foam Agent storage container Halon Agent storage container carbon dioxide Agent storage container clean agent Agent storage container dry chemical Agent storage container water mist Agent storage container wet chemical Special spray nozzle Fusible link Specify type, orifice, size, other required data (shown here on pipe) Specify degrees Fusible link with electrothermal feature Specify degrees Solenoid valve End of line device resistor End of line device relay End of line device capacitor End of line device diode Transfer switch automatic with handle

58 Page 57 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Comments Transfer switch manual with handle Sprinkler Zone Boundary Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Sprinkler Zone boundary shown on drawings would be standardized. Boundaries for zones are required to be shown on all sprinkler drawings and thus should have a standard symbol. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Wed Jun 13 15:04:16 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: This is outside of the scope of this committee Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

59 Page 58 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 9-NFPA [ Section No. 7.9 ] Original Hide Markup 7.9* Miscellaneous Symbols. Miscellaneous symbols shall be as given in Table 7.9. Table 7.9 Miscellaneous Symbols

60 Page 59 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Comments Agent storage container Specify type of agent and mounting Agent storage container foam Agent storage container Halon Agent storage container carbon dioxide Agent storage container clean agent Agent storage container dry chemical Agent storage container water mist Agent storage container wet chemical Special spray nozzle Fusible link Specify type, orifice, size, other required data (shown here on pipe) Specify degrees Fusible link with Specify degrees electrothermal feature Solenoid valve End of line device resistor End of line device relay End of line device capacitor End of line device diode Transfer switch automatic with handle

61 Page 60 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Comments Transfer switch manual with handle Hydraulically Remote Area Boundary Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Hydraulically Remote Area Boundary shown on drawings should be standardized. Boundaries for hydraulically remote areas are required to be shown on all sprinkler drawings, thus should have a standard symbol. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Wed Jun 13 15:11:21 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: This is outside of the scope of this committee. Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

62 Page 61 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 3-NFPA [ Section No. 8.2 ] Original Hide Markup 8.2 Symbols for Control Panels. Symbols for control panels shall be as given in Table 8.2. Table 8.2 Symbols for Control Units (Panels)

63 Page 62 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Basic shape Fire alarm control panel Fire alarm control unit Fire alarm transponder n = transponder number Fire alarm annunciator LCD annunciator Notification circuit power booster panel n = unit number Fire alarm terminal cabinet Battery cabinet Voice evacuation control unit Remote voice evacuation microphone Graphic annunciator panel Uninterruptible power supply Power panel CRT Printer Emergency communications control unit Fire suppression control panel xx denotes suppression type Fire suppression control unit xx denotes suppression type Amplifier rack Area of refuge emergency communication system master unit Area of refuge emergency communication system remote unit Autonomous control unit Remotely located evacuation amplifier cabiner

64 Page 63 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Elevator status/recall Digital alarm communicator receiver Digital alarm communicator transmitter Fire alarm communicator Control panel for heating, ventilation, exhaust, stairwell pressurization Purge panel Pre-action system Relay panel Sprinkler alarm panel Wireless control unit Master fire alarm control unit Protected premises control unit (local) Dedicated function fire alarm control unit Releasing service fire alarm control unit Fire Pump Disconnecting Means Fire Suppression/Releasing Service Control Unit Types: Carbon dioxide Dry chemical Halon Foam Wet chemical Clean agent

65 Page 64 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Water mist Deluge fire sprinkler Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Added symbol for fire pump disconnecting means. This device is required in many installations and as such there should be a standard symbol for it. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Mon Jun 11 13:43:47 EDT 2012 Committee Statement Resolution: FR-7-NFPA Statement: The TC recognizes the need for adding the following new symbols: #1 add subscript to FACU as dedicated #2 add italisized "n" to Fire Alarm transponder #3 revise HVA symbol to HVAC for industry standard #4 add subscript to FACU for "dedicated" #5 connection that indicates fire pump status. The disconnect is integral to the fire pump controller. See attachment for new symbols Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

66 Page 65 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 4-NFPA [ Section No. 8.3 ] Original Hide Markup 8.3* Symbols for Fire Alarms, Detection, and Related Equipment Signal Initiating Devices and Activation Switches. Symbols for signal initiating devices and activation switches shall be as given in Table 8.3. Table 8.3 Symbols for Signal Initiating Devices and Activation Switches

67 Page 66 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Manual station basic shape Manual station pull station/fire alarm box Fire alarm master box Drill key Abort switch basic shape Abort switch Manual releasing station Automatic detection and supervisory devices basic shape Heat detector/sensor (thermal detection) orientation not to be changed Heat detector/sensor XX = type Heat detector line type Smoke detector/sensor basic shape orientation not to be changed Smoke detector/sensor XX = type Smoke/heat detector/sensor combination Smoke detector/sensor beam transmitter

68 Page 67 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Smoke detector/sensor beam receiver Smoke detector/sensor for duct R = Return Air Duct S = Supply Air Duct Gas detector/sensor XX = gas type Flame detector XX = detection type Water detector Manual Station Types: Manual station carbon dioxide Manual station dry chemical Manual station Halon Manual station foam Manual station wet chemical Manual station clean agent Manual station water mist Manual station deluge fire sprinkler Abort Switch Types: Manual station preaction Abort switch carbon dioxide

69 Page 68 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Abort switch dry chemical Abort switch Halon Abort switch foam Abort switch wet chemical Abort switch clean agent Abort switch water mist Abort switch deluge fire sprinkler Abort switch preaction Heat Detector/Sensor Types: Combination rate of rise/fixed temperature Rate compensation Fixed temperature Rate of rise only Smoke Detector/Sensor Types: Air sampling Photoelectric Ionization

70 Page 69 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Relay base Single station Sounder base In duct Gas Detector/Sensor Subscript Examples: Carbon monoxide Carbon dioxide Hydrogen chloride Methane Flame Detector/Sensor Types: Ultraviolet Infrared Combination ultraviolet/infrared Visible radiation Flow detector/switch Pressure detector/switch Valve supervisory switch

71 Page 70 of 73 Print Reload Symbol Page Close Show Cart Valve with valve supervisory switch Level detector/switch Temperature supervisory switch High temperature switch Low temperature switch Addressable input module Addressable output module Isolation Module Addressable input/output module; # denotes number of inputs and outputs Non-addressable output relay Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input 1. Combined combination heat detector/smoke detector into 1 symbol. When the 2 symbols are next to each other, they are easily mistaken for 2 separate devices placed next to each other. By combining this into 1 symbol, it allows for easier delineation between the two meanings. 2. Added return air and supply air subscripts to the duct detector symbol. This type of differentiation is already being used, but standard symbols do not yet exist. 3. Added symbol for fire alarm isolation module. This device is required in many installations and as such there should be a standard symbol for it. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: ADAM GRAYBEAL Organization: KOFFEL ASSOCIATES Submittal Date: Mon Jun 11 13:55:19 EDT 2012 Committee Statement

72 Page 71 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Resolution: FR-8-NFPA Statement: 1. Combined combination heat detector/smoke detector into one symbol. The TC is changing the shape of symbol only. By combining this into one symbol, it allows for easier delineation between the two meanings. 2. The TC is not adding the smoke detector sensor for the duct as it adds confusion and could cause designer errors. 3. This symbol already exists in Table 8.5 therefore the TC is not adding it. 4. Adding new symbol to "Gas Detector/Sensor Subscript Examples" (changing name to Gas Detection Types) for designation of smoke/heat detector/carbon monoxide detector does exist, and a symbol is required. 5. Moving symbols within Table for ease of use Copyright Assignment I, ADAM GRAYBEAL, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am ADAM GRAYBEAL, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature

73 Page 72 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Public Input No. 16-NFPA [ New Section after 11.5 ] Section 12 - Fire Apparatus Safety Symbols Please see pdf attachment. Additional Proposed Changes Open File Name Description Approved Proposed FAMA_Automotive_Fire_Apparatus_Safety_Signs_ pdf Section 12 Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input Background Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services Department took delivery of a new 100 aerial platform in the fall of The first thing to impress me about this new fire truck was the abundance of safety symbols for everything imaginable. I counted 24 different symbols. In January I walked the vendor exhibit floor at Fire Rescue East, Daytona Beach, Florida and noted that several apparatus manufacturers were also using safety symbols, however they were all different. NFPA 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus requires signage, but not symbols as follows: Section requires that these signs be in compliance with ANZI Z Section requires a seat belt sign. Section requires a sign prohibiting riding on the rear step. Section requires a sign on aerials about the electrocution hazard. Section requires additional signage on aerials. On February 2, 2012 I requested that the NFPA 170 Technical Committee form a Fire Apparatus Safety Symbol Task Group. That Group was approved by Sandra Stanek, NFPA on February 21, A survey was mailed to fifty major fire apparatus manufacturers from a FAMA (Fire Apparatus Manufactuers Assocition) list on March 8, Many FAMA compnaies responded to the survey. On or about April 25, 2012 Roger Lakore, a FAMA member, requested that FAMA take the lead on developing a proposal. The NFPA Task Group held further action and transmitted all information received to the FAMA Task Group. The FAMA Task Group met at least twice and through additional communication developed a "white paper" recommending standard fire apparatus safety symbols. This proposal seeks to incorporate the work done by the NFPA Task Group and the FAMA Task Group into a new Chapter 12 in NFPA 170. Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Thomas Wood Organization: Boca Raton Fire Rescue Service Submittal Date: Wed Nov 21 10:37:43 EST 2012 Committee Statement

74 Page 73 of 73 Print Reload Page Close Show Cart Resolution: The technical committee would like to study this Public Input including the attached White Paper on "Graphical Symbols for Automotive Fire Apparatus" because of copyright issues. This attachment is available at NFPA for review. If it is the submitters intent to pursue this issue further (the inclusion of these symbols into the body of the standard), he should submit a Public Comment for /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml consideration. Copyright Assignment I, Thomas Wood, hereby irrevocably grant and assign to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) all and full rights in copyright in this /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml Public Input (including both the Proposed Change and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand and intend that I acquire no rights, including rights as a joint author, in any publication of the NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or derivative form is used. I hereby warrant that I am the author /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this copyright assignment. By checking this box I affirm that I am Thomas Wood, and I agree to be legally bound by the above Copyright Assignment and the terms and conditions contained therein. I understand and intend that, by checking this box, I am creating an electronic signature that will, upon my submission of this form, have the same legal force and effect as a handwritten signature /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml /TerraView/Content/ ditamap/2/C xml

75 WHITE PAPER Issued DRAFT Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus RATIONALE This document gives the fire apparatus manufacturers an option to provide product safety signs for hazards in a common format. FOREWORD This document presents safety signs for use on fire and rescue apparatus. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 SCOPE REFERENCES DEFINITIONS GENERAL NFPA APPARATUS STANDARD COMPLIANCE SAFETY SIGN TEXT AND ARTWORK NOTES... ERROR! BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED. 1 SCOPE This document presents a catalog of safety sign text and artwork that can be used by any apparatus manufacturer to warn of common hazards. 2 REFERENCES 2.1 Applicable Publications The following publications form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein ISO Publications Available from ANSI, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY , Tel: , ISO 9244 ISO 7010 Earth-moving machinery Machine safety labels General Principles Graphical symbols Safety colours and safety signs Registered safety signs Other Publications ANSI Z535.4 ANSI A535.6 NFPA 1901 NFPA 1906 American National Standard for Product Safety Signs and labels American National Standard for Product Safety Information in Product Manuals, instructions, and Other Collateral Materials Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus Standard for Wildland Fire Apparatus

76 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus DEFINITIONS 3.1 Product Safety Sign Sign, label, or decal affixed to a product that provides safety information concerning the hazard, the degree or level of hazard seriousness, the probable consequence of involvement with the hazard, and how the hazard can be avoided. 4 GENERAL 4.1 New product safety sign ideas should be forwarded to FAMA. The FAMA Product Safety Sign group will consider new ideas at each FAMA technical committee meeting and add new text and artwork as appropriate. 4.2 The product safety signs shown in this document are designed for sufficiency of text and graphic size with respect to each hazard. 4.3 Limitations inherent in some reproduction and display technologies may require increased line thickness or other minor modifications of symbols. Such modifications are acceptable provided the symbol is unchanged in its basic graphical elements and remains easily discernible by the operator. 4.4 To improve the appearance and perceptibility of a safety sign, or to coordinate with the design of the equipment to which the sign is applied, it may be necessary to change the line thickness or round the corners of a symbol. The graphic designer is free to make such changes, provided that the essential perceptual characteristics of the symbol are maintained. 4.5 Some of the product safety signs included in this document are provided with textless two-panel versions developed using the guidelines found in ISO ISO These versions may be used in place of the ANSI Z535.4 signs at the option of the manufacturer. 4.6 Symbols on controls and displays shall have good contrast to their background. Pictorials may use either a light symbol on a dark background or a dark symbol on a light background at the manufacturer s discretion. When a pictorial image is reversed (for example, from black-on-white to white-on-black and vice versa), it shall be done for the entire pictorial. 4.7 Product safety signs should be located as close as practical to the recommended locations. 4.8 Reference numbers are provided as a convenience to the organization of this document and need not appear on the final product. 4.9 Product safety sign graphic thumbnails are provided in this document. Full scale artwork can be downloaded from the FAMA website at All standard ISO version signs are 6.65 in. tall by 3.35 in. wide Font sizes are based on using Microsoft Sans Serif. 5 NFPA APPARATUS STANDARD COMPLIANCE 5.1 NFPA 1901 and NFPA 1906 include certain detailed specifications for safety sign text that address specific hazards. These standards also state that Safety-related (caution, warning, danger) signs shall meet the requirements of ANSI Z535.4, Product Safety Signs and Labels. The detailed text spelled out in the NFPA standards, however, does not necessarily conform to the ANSI Z535.4 format. This presents the apparatus manufacturer with a conflict of either providing the text verbatim from the NFPA standard, or modifying the text to comply with the ANSI Z535.4 guidelines. The safety signs provided in this document address this conflict by presenting safety signs that meet the letter of the ANSI Z535.4 guidelines while remaining as true as possible to the intent of detailed text found in the NFPA apparatus standards. It is the intent of the authors of this paper to suggest changes to the NFPA documents that will resolve these conflicts for future revisions.

77 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus The following is a list of the safety signs in this document that address hazards specifically considered in NFPA 1901 Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus 2009 edition and NFPA 1906 Standard for Wildland Fire Apparatus 2012 edition: Seat Belts Riding on the Tailboard Aerial Electrocution from Power Lines Aerial Specific Hazards FAMA07 FAMA24 FAMA35 FAMA36 FAMA30 FAMA31 FAMA32 FAMA37 FAMA39

78 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus SAFETY SIGN TEXT AND ARTWORK Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA01 Battery Explosion Visible to personnel near batteries. 3.0 x FAMA02 Rotating Shafts One sign each side of vehicle on the frame rail, and any other place where rotating shaft hazard is apparent. 3.0 x FAMA03 Hot Surface Near hot surfaces 2.0 x FAMA04 Hot Exhaust - Horizontal Muffler Visible to personnel approaching the hot exhaust parts. 3.5 x

79 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA05 Spinning Fan Visible to personnel at each approach to spinning fans. 3.0 x FAMA06 Seats Without Belts Not Occupied Visible to each occupant where seating positions without seat belts are present. 2.0 x FAMA07 Seated and Belted Visible to any occupant. 2.0 x FAMA08 Swivel Seat Unsecured Visible to occupant of swivel seat. 1.9 x FAMA09 Air Conditioning Refrigerant On or near air conditioning unit where mechanic would be apt to find it. 2.0 x

80 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA10 Cab Equipment Mounting Visible to operator inside the cab. 2.0 x FAMA11 SCBA Seat Insert Visible to operator inside the cab. 2.0 x FAMA12 Fire Service Tire Rating Visible to operator inside the cab. 2.0 x FAMA13 Electronic Stability Control Visible to operator inside the cab. 2.0 x FAMA14 Cab Seating Visible to operator inside the cab. 2.0 x

81 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA15 Helmet Worn in Cab Visible from each seating location 2.0 x FAMA16 Automatic Folding Steps Visible at step locations. 2.0 x FAMA17 Vehicle Backing Visible to the driver while sitting in the driver seat. 2.0 x FAMA18 Intake and Discharge Cap Pressure One sign on each side and back of vehicle where caps are present. 3.5 x FAMA19 Foam Type Mixing Near Foam Controls 1.9 x 3.1 8

82 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA20 Ultra High Pressure Water Visible to a person in front of the turret. Visible to turret operator. Visible to fire fighter preparing to use any hand line. 2.1 x Rotating or Swinging One sign near each FAMA21 Parts crush point. 3.0 x FAMA22 Hose Restraint Required Near each hose storage area 1.9 x FAMA23 Access Step Method - Small Visible to personnel preparing to climb onto or enter vehicle. 3.5 x FAMA24 Riding on exterior On the vehicle at the rear step areas and at any cross walkways" 3.5 x

83 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA25 Trained Personnel Only - NFPA Required Visible at pump operator's station and Aerial operator's platform. For apparatus without a pump or aerial device, locate this sign in a prominent location visible to operating personnel. 2.7 x FAMA26 No-Step On any horizontal surface that would be tempting to step on but that is not provided with slip resistant surface and grab handles. 3.5 x FAMA27 Breaker Box Warning Visible to personnel accessing electrical panel. 1.9 x FAMA28 Rope Tie-Down 9000 Near each rope anchor 1.9 x FAMA29 Hydraulic High Pressure Leaks One label per vehicle in a conspicuous area near the majority of the hydraulic lines or components. 3.0 x

84 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA30 Stabilizer Crush Visible to person standing near each stabilizer Visible to stabilizer deployment operator. 3.5 x FAMA31 Stabilizer Pins & Pads Visible to stabilizer deployment operator. 3.0 x FAMA32 Stabilzer Pads Visible to stabilizer deployment operator. 3.0 x FAMA33 Stabilizers Not extended Visible to stabilizer deployment operator. 0.9 x FAMA34 Fall Restraint Required. One sign near base of ladder. One sign visible in platform. 3.0 x

85 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA35 Aerial Electrocution Small Size Visible to aerial and pump operator. 3.0 x FAMA36 Aerial Electrocution Large Size Visible to personnel on aerial apparatus approaching vehicle from either side and back. 6.0 x FAMA37 Aerial Device Load Capacity Visible to aerial operator at at turntable, in the platform, and at tip controls. 3.0 x FAMA38 Aerial Ladder Rung Pinch One sign visible to personnel operating tip controls. One sign visible to Aerial Operator. 1.9 x FAMA39 Aerial Inspection Visible to operator at turntable. 2.0 x

86 FAMA Product Safety Signs for Automotive Fire Apparatus Ref Number Hazard Location Size (in.) Font Size ANSI Version ISO Version FAMA40 Fall Protection Anchor Next to fall protection anchor. 1.0 x FAMA41 Cab Tilt Inside of driver cab door 2.0 x FAMA42 Siren Noise Inside of driver cab door 3.8 x 5.5 9