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of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 56-NFPA 30-2016 [ Global Input ] These definitions of Protected and Unprotected are intended for inclusion in Sections 9.2, 10.2, 11.2, 13.2 and 16.2. The current definitions in Sections 9.3.4, 12.3.4 and 16.2.2 should be deleted. Protected: For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers and IBCs that meet the appropriate provisions of Chapter 16 or alternate provisions that have been approved by the authority having jurisdiction (See Sections 16.3.5 and 16.9). Unprotected: For the purposes of this chapter, this term shall apply to the storage of containers and IBCs that do not meet the criteria to be considered protected, as defined in section x.x.x Annex for protected: The term protected indicates that the fire risk is managed so as to control the fire and prevent it from spreading beyond the design area of the automatic fire protection system. Annex for unprotected: The term unprotected indicates that the growth of a fire may exceed the capabilities of the automatic fire protection system and extend beyond the design area of the system. In such cases, the total contents of the fire area may become involved in a fire, regardless of the protection features provided. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment This submission is on behalf of the Protection Task Group who wishes to expand the definitions. Related Item Committee Input No. 209-NFPA 30-2015 [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Claire De Taeye Organization: Travelers Insurance Company Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 13:49:54 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Rejected but see related SR Action: Resolution: SR-214-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: The technical committee has determined there is a need to better define the terms "protected" and "unprotected" to remove any confusion on the part of the user. Page 1 of 188

2 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 58-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 9.1.4 ] 9.1.4 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 watermiscible 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 50-50 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 Relationship Public Comment No. This public comment was aimed at correcting previously allowed 44-NFPA 30-2016 protection critiera in general purpose warehouses that was [Section No. 12.8] inadquate for the liqid storage being allowed. Related Item Public Input No. 94-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 12.8.1] Submitter Information Verification Page 2 of 188

3 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 14:35:14 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Action: Resolution: Rejected Supporting fire protection data to justify eliminating the exclusions was not provided. Page 3 of 188

4 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 71-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 9.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Page 4 of 188

5 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Only the following approved containers, intermediate bulk containers, and portable tanks shall be used for Class I, Class II, and Class IIIA liquids: (1) Metal containers, metal intermediate bulk containers, and metal portable tanks meeting the requirements of and containing products authorized by the U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 100 199, or by Part 6 of the UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (2) Plastic or metal consumer-use containers meeting the requirements of, and used within the scope of, one or more of the following specifications: (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 100 199, 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 100 199, 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 s 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 100 199, or by Part 6 of the UN publication, Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, for Classes 31H1, 31H2, Page 5 of 188

6 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 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 100 199, 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 9.4.3 and in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Regulations in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 100 199 (19) Other containers that comply with Section 9.4.1.1. 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 30-2016 [Section No. 9.4.1.1] Related Item First Revision No. 211-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 9.4.1.1] 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 Committee Statement Committee Rejected but see related SR Action: Resolution: SR-213-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: The technical committee agrees with the recognition of nonmetallic IBCs that can satisfy the criteria of an acceptable fire exposure test. Page 6 of 188

7 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 70-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 9.4.1.1 ] 9.4.1.1 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 30-2016 [Section No. 9.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item First Revision No. 211-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 9.4.1.1] 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 Committee Statement Committee Rejected but see related SR Action: Resolution: SR-213-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: The technical committee agrees with the recognition of nonmetallic IBCs that can satisfy the criteria of an acceptable fire exposure test. Page 7 of 188

8 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 39-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 11.3 ] 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 18.5.4, 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 30-2016 [Section No. 18.5.4 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 43-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 18.5.4.1] Related Item Committee Input No. 107-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 18.5.4] 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 Committee Statement Committee Action: Rejected Resolution: The proposed language offers no improvement over the current language. Page 8 of 188

9 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 42-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 12.3 ] 12.3 General Requirements. 12.3.1 A general-purpose warehouse that stores liquids in quantities that exceed the maximum allowable quantities permitted in control areas by Table 9.6.1, but do not exceed the amounts permitted by Section 12.8 shall meet the requirements of Section 12.8. 12.3.2 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. 12.3. 3 2 Facilities covered by this chapter shall meet the requirements of Section 9.3. 12.3. 4 3 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 16.3.5 and Section 16.9.) 12.3. 5 4 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. 12.3. 6 5 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 16. 12.3. 7 6 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 12.6.2.2. 12.3. 8 7 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. 12.3. 9 8 of empty or idle combustible pallets inside protected liquid storage areas shall comply with NFPA 13. Page 9 of 188

0 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 12.3. 10 9 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). 12.3. 11 10 of empty or idle combustible pallets shall be separated from storage of liquids by minimum 8 ft (2.4 m) aisles. 12.3. 12 11 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 12.8. The changes proposed here are intended to ensure section 12.3 works with the newly proposed section 12.8. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 44-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 12.8] Related Item Public Input No. 94-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 12.8.1] 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 Committee Statement Committee Rejected but see related SR Action: Resolution: SR-402-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: Statement: This revision was made to align with the changes made to section 12.8 in SR# 401. Page 10 of 188

1 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 44-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 12.8 ] 12.8 General-Purpose Warehouses. 12.8.1 * Class IB and IC liquids in containers of 1.3 gal (5 L) or less capacity, Class II liquids in containers of 5.3 gal (20 L) or less capacity, Class IIIA liquids in containers of 60 gal (230 L) or less capacity, and Class IIIB liquids in containers, intermediate bulk containers, or portable tanks of 275 gal (1040 L) or less capacity The liquid-container combinations listed in Table 12.8.1 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 16 12.8.2 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) 12.8.3 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. Page 11 of 188

2 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 12.8.4 * Liquids in Plastic Containers. Class I and Class II liquids in plastic containers shall not be stored in a general-purpose warehouse but shall be stored in a liquid storage room or liquid storage warehouse that meets the requirements of this chapter. Exception No. 1: The following liquids, packaged in plastic containers, are permitted to be stored in general-purpose warehouses in accordance with the protection and storage limitations specified in Section 12.8 as follows: (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 general-purpose warehouse if the packaging systems are listed and labeled for use with these commodities. All other provisions of Section 12.8 also apply. 12.8.5 a general purpose warehouse without quantity limits if protected in accordance with Chapter 16. Table 12.8.1 Liquid-Container Combinations Permitted in Protected General Purpose Warehouses Liquid 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 12.8.2 The liquid-container combinations listed in Table 12.8.1 shall not require emergency drainage, containment, hazardous area rated electrical equipment or low level ventilation. 12.8.3 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 12.8.5 (1), ordinary (2) Ordinary combustible commodities shall be separated from liquids in containers by a Page 12 of 188

3 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM minimum distance of 8 ft (2.4 m). Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment The liquid-container combinations listed in Table 12.8.1 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 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 Relationship Public Comment No. 42-NFPA 30-2016 The changes proposed here resulted in the [Section No. 12.3] proposed changes in PC 42 Public Comment No. 45-NFPA 30-2016 [Sections A.12.8.1, A.12.8.4] Public Comment No. 58-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 9.1.4] Related Item Public Input No. 94-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 12.8.1] 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 Committee Statement Committee Rejected but see related SR Action: Resolution: SR-401-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: Statement: The previous text had conflicting MAQs and a reference to using NFPA 13 that did not provide adequate protection. Further testing has developed protection schemes that could allow the liquids in Table 12.8.1 to be stored in unlimited quantities. Page 13 of 188

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5 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 67-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Page 15 of 188

6 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Where automatic sprinkler systems or low-expansion foam-water sprinkler systems are used to protect storage of liquids, Figure 16.4.1(a), Figure 16.4.1(b), or Figure 16.4.1(c), whichever is applicable, and the appropriate table in Section 16.5 shall be used to determine protection criteria. Figure 16.4.1(a) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible and Nonmiscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Metal Containers. Figure 16.4.1(b) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible and Nonmiscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Nonmetallic Containers. Figure 16.4.1(c) Fire Protection Criteria Decision Tree for Miscible Flammable and Combustible Liquids in Nonmetallic Containers. Page 16 of 188

7 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Additional Proposed Changes File Name Description Approved NFPA_30_Figure_16_4_1_a_revision.pdf Revision to Figure 16.4.1(a) Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA 30-2016. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 53-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.11] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.6.3] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after D.2] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.5.1] Public Input No. 67-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Input No. 68-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.6.3.8] Public Input No. 69-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Relationship Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: Steven Wolin Page 17 of 188

Revise Figure 16.4.1(a) as follows: Protected using Table 16.5.2.1, 16.5.2.3, or 16.5.2.8, or 16.5.2.13 Page 18 of 188

8 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Organization: Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 16:19:16 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Accepted Action: Resolution: SR-212-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: The technical committee has amended Figure 16.4.1(a) to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210. Page 19 of 188

9 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 52-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Paragraphs 16.5.2.1 through 16.5.2.12 13 and their related tables, Table 16.5.2.1 through Table 16.5.2.12 13, shall be used to determine the protection criteria and storage arrangement for the applicable liquid class, container type, and storage configuration, as described in 16.5.2.1 through 16.5.2.12 13 and subject to the provisions of 16.5.1. 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 17.1.2.9, which requires a horizontal barrier to be provided above each in-rack level, as in the proposed criteria, but in Section 17.1.2.9.6 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 Page 20 of 188

0 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 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 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, 2014. A copy of the UL test report has been provided to NFPA. The test used double-row racks of UN 1A1/X1.4/300 55-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 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 16.6.4 is primarily based on the existing language in Section 16.6.3 adapted to the tested protection scheme. Page 21 of 188

1 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 53-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.11] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.6.3] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.5.1] Public Input No. 67-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Input No. 68-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.6.3.8] Public Input No. 69-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.4.1 [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 13:11:14 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Accepted Action: Resolution: SR-202-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: This section has been revised to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210. Page 22 of 188

2 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 53-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Table 16.5.2.1 through Table 16.5.2.12 13 shall apply only to stable liquids. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Comment See Public Comment No. 52-NFPA 30-2016. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 54-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.11] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.6.3] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.5.1] Public Input No. 67-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Input No. 68-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.6.3.8] Public Input No. 69-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.4.1 [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 Committee Statement Committee Accepted Action: Resolution: SR-203-NFPA 30-2016 Page 23 of 188

3 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Statement: This section has been revised to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210. Page 24 of 188

44 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 36-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1.6 [Excluding any Sub-Sections] ] Foam-water sprinkler systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 16. 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 (7.3.3.1), an allowance to permit a reduced foam discharge time to no less than 7 minutes (7.3.3.2), 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 30-2015 [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 Committee Statement Committee Accepted Action: Resolution: SR-201-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: 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. Page 25 of 188

5 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 54-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.1.11 ] 16.5.1.11 The Fire Test Ref. number given for each entry in Table 16.5.2.1 through Table 16.5.2.12 13 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 30-2016. Related Public Comments for This Document Related Comment Public Comment No. 52-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 53-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.5.1.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Public Comment No. 55-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Comment No. 57-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after 16.6.3] Public Comment No. 65-NFPA 30-2016 [New Section after D.2] Public Comment No. 67-NFPA 30-2016 [Section No. 16.4.1 [Excluding any Sub-Sections]] Related Item Public Input No. 66-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.5.1] Public Input No. 67-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.5.2.12] Public Input No. 68-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after 16.6.3.8] Public Input No. 69-NFPA 30-2015 [New Section after D.2] Public Input No. 70-NFPA 30-2015 [Section No. 16.4.1 [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 Committee Statement Committee Rejected but see related SR Page 26 of 188

46 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Action: Resolution: SR-204-NFPA 30-2016 Statement: This section has been revised to reflect the adoption of new Table 16.5.2.13 via SR#210 and explanatory reference information in Annex D via SR#206. Page 27 of 188

7 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 62-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.2 ] 16.5.2 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) Page 28 of 188

8 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.1 Page 29 of 188

9 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.1 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 16.5.2.1 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area In-Rack Sprin (ft 2 ) Response NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, I 1 16 30 K 11.2 QR 0.60 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 20 30 SR or QR K 11.2 0.60 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 5 25 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 QR or 25 30 K 11.2 SR 0.40 3000 K 5.6 SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS II SR or QR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 5 40 50 K 8.0 >5 and 60 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, K 11.2 5 14 18 pendent QR 0.65 2000 No in-rack sp only 25 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 25 30 K 11.2 SR 60 0.60 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) Portable tanks and IBCs 25 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR 5 gal 40 50 K 8.0 0.30 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 60 Page 30 of 188

0 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Container Style and Capacity (gal) Portable tanks and IBCs 40 50 K 8.0 SR Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area In-Rack Sprin (ft 2 ) Response 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). 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. Page 31 of 188

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2 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.2 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 16.5.2.2 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5 4 18 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.21 1500 1 1 5 18 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.30 3000 2 6.5 30 K 11.2 QR 0.45 3000 3 >5 and 60 5 18 K 11.2 SR 0.40 3000 4 NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB 5 18 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.25 3000 5 >5 and 60 10 20 K 8.0 SR 0.25 3000 6 18 30 K 8.0 SR 0.35 3000 7 RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 5 12 30 pendent QR 0.60 3000 2 8 only >5 and 60 5 30 K 11.2 SR 0.40 3000 9 6.5 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 3 10 Portable tanks 1-high 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 14 and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 15 RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB 5 18 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.25 3000 11 >5 and 60 10 20 K 8.0 SR 0.25 3000 12 18 30 K 8.0 SR 0.35 3000 13 Page 33 of 188

3 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Container Style and Capacity (gal) Portable tanks Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] 1-high 30 K 8.0 SR 0.25 3000 16 and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.50 3000 17 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (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. Page 34 of 188

4 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.3 Page 35 of 188

5 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.3 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 16.5.2.3 Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5 25 30 K 8.0 >5 and 60 Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area In-Rack Sprink (ft 2 ) Response NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC SR or QR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 25 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS III 60 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 5 25 30 K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, I SR or QR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 25 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB 60 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Notes: QR or SR (OT) (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 D Page 36 of 188

6 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 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. Page 37 of 188

7 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.4 Table 16.5.2.4 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 16.5.2.4 Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned 5, uncartoned Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 11 30 K 11.2 SR or QR 12 30 K 8.0 SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] 0.40 3000 1 1 0.30 3000 1 2 >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 1 3 RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and 60 6.5 (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 2, 3 4 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR 0.45 3000 2, 3 6 13.75 (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 2, 3 7 Portable tanks and IBCs 1- or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 5 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(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. Page 38 of 188

8 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.5 Table 16.5.2.5 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 16.5.2.5 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) 200 375 375 Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging 5 275 6 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 Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any 28 30 8 Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Desig See 16.6.1, Fire Protect System Design Schem A See 16.6.3, Fire Protect System Design Schem C See 16.6.3, Fire Protect System Design Schem C 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 1 1 2 in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel. Page 39 of 188

9 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.6 Table 16.5.2.6 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 16.5.2.6 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style 6 18 K 5.6 Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] 0.19 1500 1, 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(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). Page 40 of 188

0 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.7 Table 16.5.2.7 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 16.5.2.7 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack of Water-Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See 16.6.1, Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See 16.6.1, Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, 2 3 1 gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See 16.6.2, Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See 16.6.2, Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 1 60 gal, cartoned or uncartoned 25 30 See 16.6.2, Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See 16.6.2, 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). Page 41 of 188

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2 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.8 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 16.5.2.8 Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design (Number of Sprinklers @ Stated Pressure) In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layou (See 16.5.1 & 16.6.4 5, cartoned or uncartoned RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE W 14 24 14 24 Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 12 @ 50 psi 12 @ 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WI 20 30 25 30 25 30 Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 12 @ 75 psi 12 @ 50 psi 12 @ 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISL 8 30 Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 12 @ 50 psi Page 43 of 188

3 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 12 30 Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Design (Number of Sprinklers @ Stated Pressure) 12 @ 75 psi In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layou (See 16.5.1 & 16.6.4 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). 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 16.5.2.5. (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. Page 44 of 188

64 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.9 Table 16.5.2.9 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 16.5.2.9 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] 793 1-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.45 3000 1, 2, 4 1 793 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 1, 2, 3, 4 2 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(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). Page 45 of 188

5 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.10 Table 16.5.2.10 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 16.5.2.10 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Sprinkler Protection Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] 793 25 30 Standard spray See 16.6.2, 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). Page 46 of 188

6 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.11 Table 16.5.2.11 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 16.5.2.11 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 10 33 K 11.2 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)] 0.45 3000 1, 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) 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. Page 47 of 188

7 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.12 Table 16.5.2.12 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 16.5.2.12 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Sprinkler Protection Container Style and Capacity 8 oz 5 38 K 11.2 Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) 0.47 2000 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Additional Proposed Changes 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 30-2015 [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Page 48 of 188

Table Water Sprinkler Protection for Single or Double Row Open Frame Rack of Liquids with a Flash Point Greater Than or Equal to 450 o F in Plastic Containers Liquid Container Packaging Minimum Rack Sprinkler Protection Criteria of Closed Size Building Aisle Depth Sprinkler / Temperature Fire Protection Scheme or Cup Flash or Width Rating / orientation Sprinkler System Design Point o F ( o C) Ft (m) 450 (233) 5 gal 30 (9) Cartoned 25 8 9 Any Scheme A (see 16.6.1) 1 K-14.0 ESFR / ordinary / pendent 12@75 psig 2 standard spray sprinkler / ordinary / any Scheme D 3 15 8 9 K-14.0 ESFR / ordinary / pendent 12@50 psig 4 Uncartoned or 25 8 9 Any Scheme A (see 16.6.1) 1 mixed cartoned and uncartoned standard spray sprinkler / ordinary / any Scheme D 3 48 oz 40 Cartoned 35 4 9 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.4.2.1 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 Sprinklers. 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 11.2. 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. Page 49 of 188

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8 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Zip: Submittal Date: Mon May 16 15:53:05 EDT 2016 Committee Statement Committee Action: Resolution: Rejected Supporting fire protection data to justify adding new protection criteria was not provided. Page 51 of 188

9 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Public Comment No. 63-NFPA 30-2016 [ Section No. 16.5.2 ] 16.5.2 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. Page 52 of 188

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1 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.1 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 16.5.2.1 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area In-Rack Sprin (ft 2 ) Response NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, I 1 16 30 K 11.2 QR 0.60 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 20 30 SR or QR K 11.2 0.60 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 5 25 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 60 QR or 25 30 K 11.2 SR 0.40 3000 K 5.6 SR(OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS II SR or QR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 5 40 50 K 8.0 >5 and 60 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, K 11.2 5 14 18 pendent QR 0.65 2000 No in-rack sp only 25 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 25 30 K 11.2 SR 60 0.60 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) Portable tanks and IBCs 25 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 K 5.6 QR or SR(OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB SR or QR 5 gal 40 50 K 8.0 0.30 2000 K 5.6 QR(OT) >5 and 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(OT) 60 Page 54 of 188

2 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Container Style and Capacity (gal) Portable tanks and IBCs 40 50 K 8.0 SR Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area In-Rack Sprin (ft 2 ) Response 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR(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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). 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. Page 55 of 188

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4 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.2 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 16.5.2.2 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 5 4 18 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.21 1500 1 1 5 18 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.30 3000 2 6.5 30 K 11.2 QR 0.45 3000 3 >5 and 60 5 18 K 11.2 SR 0.40 3000 4 NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB 5 18 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.25 3000 5 >5 and 60 10 20 K 8.0 SR 0.25 3000 6 18 30 K 8.0 SR 0.35 3000 7 RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA K 11.2 5 12 30 pendent QR 0.60 3000 2 8 only >5 and 60 5 30 K 11.2 SR 0.40 3000 9 6.5 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 3 10 Portable tanks 1-high 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 14 and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 15 RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB 5 18 30 K 8.0 SR or QR 0.25 3000 11 >5 and 60 10 20 K 8.0 SR 0.25 3000 12 18 30 K 8.0 SR 0.35 3000 13 Page 57 of 188

5 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Container Style and Capacity (gal) Portable tanks Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(b)] 1-high 30 K 8.0 SR 0.25 3000 16 and IBCs 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.50 3000 17 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Notes: (1) Minimum hose stream demand can be reduced to 250 gpm for 2 hours. (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. Page 58 of 188

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7 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.3 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 16.5.2.3 Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Single- or Double-Row Rack of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5 25 30 K 8.0 >5 and 60 Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design Sprinkler Response Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area In-Rack Sprink (ft 2 ) Response NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC SR or QR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 25 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) QR or SR (OT) NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS III 60 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 5 25 30 K 8.0 >5 and 60, portable tanks and IBCs QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, I SR or QR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 25 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 K 5.6 QR or SR (OT) RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASS IIIB 60 40 50 K 8.0 SR 0.30 2000 K 5.6 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Notes: QR or SR (OT) (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 D Page 60 of 188

8 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 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. Page 61 of 188

9 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.4 Table 16.5.2.4 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 16.5.2.4 Design Criteria for Foam-Water Sprinkler Protection of Palletized and Stacked of Liquids in Metal Containers, Portable Tanks, and IBCs Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned 5, uncartoned Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes NONRELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA 11 30 K 11.2 SR or QR 12 30 K 8.0 SR or QR Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(d)] 0.40 3000 1 1 0.30 3000 1 2 >5 and 60 5 (1-high) 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 1 3 RELIEVING-STYLE CONTAINERS LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA >5 and 60 6.5 (2-high) 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 2, 3 4 10 (3-high) 33 K 11.2 SR 0.45 3000 2, 3 6 13.75 (4-high) 33 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 2, 3 7 Portable tanks and IBCs 1- or 2-high 30 K 8.0 SR 0.30 3000 5 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(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. Page 62 of 188

0 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.5 Table 16.5.2.5 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 16.5.2.5 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single-, Double-, and Multiple-Row Rack of Class IIIB Liquids Closed-Cup Flash Point ( F) 200 375 375 Container or IBC Capacity (gal) Packaging 5 275 6 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 Minimum Aisle Width Rack Depth Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Unlimited Unlimited 4 Any Any 28 30 8 Any Any Unlimited Unlimited 8 Any Any Desig See 16.6.1, Fire Protect System Design Schem A See 16.6.3, Fire Protect System Design Schem C See 16.6.3, Fire Protect System Design Schem C 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 1 1 2 in. (38 mm) at the center of any side panel. Page 63 of 188

1 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.6 Table 16.5.2.6 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 16.5.2.6 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Shelf of Liquids in Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) 1 nonrelieving style 6 18 K 5.6 Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response SR or QR Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(f)] 0.19 1500 1, 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(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). Page 64 of 188

2 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.7 Table 16.5.2.7 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 16.5.2.7 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack of Water-Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Container Style and Capacity Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Protection In-Rack Sprinklers Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(g)] 16 oz, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See 16.6.1, Fire Protection System Design Scheme A See 16.6.1, Fire Protection System Design Scheme A 1, 2 3 1 gal, cartoned Unlimited Unlimited See 16.6.2, Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See 16.6.2, Fire Protection System Design Scheme B 1, 2 1 60 gal, cartoned or uncartoned 25 30 See 16.6.2, Fire Protection System Design Scheme B See 16.6.2, 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). Page 65 of 188

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4 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Table 16.5.2.8 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 16.5.2.8 Design Criteria for Single-Row Rack, Double-Row Rack, and Palletized of Liquids in Relieving-Style Metal Containers Container Style and Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Design (Number of Sprinklers @ Stated Pressure) In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layou (See 16.5.1 & 16.6.4 5, cartoned or uncartoned RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 6 ft RACK DEPTH and MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISLE W 14 24 14 24 Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 25.0 (OT) 12 @ 50 psi 12 @ 25 psi K = 11.2 QR (OT) QR (OT) LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB 36 gpm 7 No in-rack sprinklers required 1, cartoned only 1, cartoned only 5, cartoned or uncartoned 1, cartoned only RACK STORAGE with MAXIMUM 9 ft RACK DEPTH and 8 ft MINIMUM AISLE WI 20 30 25 30 25 30 Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 12 @ 75 psi 12 @ 50 psi 12 @ 75 psi K = 8.0 K = 8.0 No in-rack sprinklers required QR (OT) 31 gpm 8 QR (OT) 44 gpm 9 LIQUID CLASSES IB, IC, II, IIIA, IIIB PALLETIZED STORAGE with MINIMUM 7.5 ft AISL 8 30 Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) 12 @ 50 psi Page 67 of 188

5 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM Container Style and Capacity (gal) 5, cartoned or uncartoned 12 30 Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Pendent ESFR K 14.0 (OT) Design (Number of Sprinklers @ Stated Pressure) 12 @ 75 psi In-Rack Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Minimum Dishcarge Flow Layou (See 16.5.1 & 16.6.4 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). 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 16.5.2.5. (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. Page 68 of 188

86 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.9 Table 16.5.2.9 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 16.5.2.9 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Protection Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(i)] 793 1-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.45 3000 1, 2, 4 1 793 2-high 30 K 11.2 SR 0.60 3000 1, 2, 3, 4 2 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(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). Page 69 of 188

7 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.10 Table 16.5.2.10 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 16.5.2.10 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Single- and Double-Row Rack of Class II and Class III Liquids in Listed and Labeled Rigid Nonmetallic IBCs Capacity (gal) Sprinkler Sprinkler Protection Design Notes Fire Test Ref. [See Table D.2(j)] 793 25 30 Standard spray See 16.6.2, 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). Page 70 of 188

8 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.11 Table 16.5.2.11 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 16.5.2.11 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked of Unsaturated Polyester Resins in Metal Containers Capacity (gal) >5 and <60 10 33 K 11.2 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)] 0.45 3000 1, 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Notes: (1) Drums placed on open, slatted pallet, not nested, to allow pressure relief from drums on lower levels. (2) 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. Page 71 of 188

9 of 224 9/6/2016 1:13 PM 16.5.2.12 Table 16.5.2.12 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 16.5.2.12 Design Criteria for Sprinkler Protection of Palletized or Stacked of Miscible Liquids in Glass or Plastic Containers Sprinkler Protection Container Style and Capacity 8 oz 5 38 K 11.2 Sprinkler Response Design Density (gpm/ft 2 ) Area (ft 2 ) Notes QR (OT) 0.47 2000 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 16.5.1.9(4). See also 16.5.1.9(5). Additional Proposed Changes 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 30-2015 [Chapter 16] Submitter Information Verification Submitter Full Name: John LeBlanc Organization: FM Global Street Address: City: State: Zip: Page 72 of 188

Table xx. Rack of Liquids in Composite IBCs (blow molded bottle in a wire cage on a wood or steel pallet) Liquid Contain Minimum Rack Width Sprinkler Protection / Flash Point er Size gal (L) ft (m) 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 Sprinklers @ Pressure psi (bar) (Note 2) 11.2 (161) 30 @ 13 (0.9) 14.0 (202) 30 @ 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. 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. Page 73 of 188

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