Yes, we have plenty of that information. We are 80% Cannabis clients now. Brian Elliott FESC-Canna Code Compliance 703 2nd St. Suite 354 & 359 Santa Rosa, CA 9404 707-480-1239 On Oct 17, 2018
Regarding GFCI outlets in bathrooms and kitchens. Is one required in every outlet on vanity near sinks? or is it the first in the feed, or is it every one within 4 feet of sink? Thanks
My understanding from working along side the electrical inspector is that all outlets within a given distance of a water source must be GFCI protected. That said, you can wire one in first and all the normal outlets "downstream" will trip that first one. I suspect there maybe be more requirements as to how many, and how that is done, but I've seen…
Architect reviewing an existing building for code compliance. The Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) has informed us that the entire building must meet all the requirements of Chapter 38 for New Business and all related chapters (7, 8, etc.). They have specifically told us that this building must be treated as a "new" building (event though it…(Show moreShow less)
Hi Krysta: To directly answer your question. Yes. All references take from the 2012 NFPA 101, The most restrictive of the opening protective for separation of exits in accordance with Sections 7.2.2.5 & 7.2.2.6.3; 8.3.3–.4 & 8.2.2.4 or vertical openings in accordance with Sections 8.3.3–.4 & 8.2.2.4 applies. It important to understand…
Thankfully the new meters are pretty much instant read, but it's not impossible to open a door and find a very high reading. Our FD policy requires breathing apparatus worn on all CO alarm calls, and mask use over any reading of 35 ppm. So it would still be possible to be exposed to a IDLH level, but other factors typically have personnel masking…
Can someone tell me, why are home depot and lowes allowed to sell outlets that aren't TR? i just added them to my addition and inspector says i have to change them all. My wife has RA(rheumatoid arthritis) and doesn't want them.
I like the idea of educating the Home Depot staff and other stores locally. I think I'll propose that as a follow up to this week's Fire Prevention program. I think it may be harder to convince corporate big box stores to put up signs that could harm the sales of some of their products, but at least making sure their staff is giving accurate and…
When I worked for DoD doing fire inspections I found alot of extension cord use to replace the permemit wiring of the biibuild. I would use NFPA 1 chapter 11 section 11.5 sub 11.5.6 which stated that extension cords could not be used in place of the permemit wiring of the building. This section seemed more applicable to the violation. Just my…
In residential, single family new construction, is it necessary for all low voltage cabling passing between floors, within walls or ceilings to be riser rated? Secondly, if low voltage cabling will be passing from inside to outside, does the cabling need to be grounded in a specific manner and within a specific distance to it entry/exit point?
Hi Steven: NFPA 101 and NFPA 99, the most widely used fire safety codes for hospitals and high rise buildings, require various smoke control systems. Smoke containment systems using mechanical exhaust may have to be in dedicated exhaust ducts and fans. Air supplies to the areas may be from the buildings ventilation system and/or the outside…
NFPA could offer an "economy" alternative to the current fire code subscription service. The alternate subscription will only have those standards in the 2-years and 3-years revision cycles. Other affordable alternative code subscriptions that could be offered: - Water based systems standards (NFPA 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 22, 24, 25, 750)…
Currently we are building a floor plan that has two combo alarms the living room space. On one side of the living room there’s a master bedroom entry, the other side is a guest bedroom entry space. What are the dimensions for a combo alarm to be installed between a living space and a bedroom space? Can we put one alarm in the middle of the living…(Show moreShow less)
Great comment - Fair enough for me too. I understand the problems. That is why we depend on the certification organizations with full trust or confidence that the devices and their installation and use instructions comply those UL standards. Respectfully, Milt
Loading...
in 
