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ORDINANCE NO. 2662-2012
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 8.05, FIRE PREVENTION STANDARD, BY ADOPTING THE 2009 EDITION
OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE AND MAKING LOCAL AMENDMENTS.
WHEREAS, the City previously adopted the International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, of
the International Code Council, including the appendices with local amendments; and,
WHEREAS, the International Code Council updated the International Fire Code in
2009; and,
WHEREAS, the City's Building Official and Fire Marshall accordingly recommend
adoption of the 2009 Edition of the International Fire Code, with certain amendments;
and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to adopt the 2009 Edition of the
International Fire Code and the updated standards therein, as amended for the City,
in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI,
ALASKA, as follows:
Section 1. Form: This is a Code ordinance.
Section 2. Amendment of of Chapter 8.05 of the Kenai Municipal Code: of the Kenai Municipal Code: The Kenai
Municipal Code, Chapter 8.05, Fire Prevention Standard, is hereby amended as
follows:
Chapter 8.05
FIRE PREVENTION STANDARD
8.05.010 Adoption of fire prevention standards.
8.05.020 Enforcement of fire prevention standards.
8.05.030 Local amendments to the 200[6]9 International Fire Code.
8.05.010 Adoption of fire prevention standards.
[(a) THE CITY OF KENAI HEREBY ADOPTS THE FOLLOWING FIRE PREVENTION
STANDARDS:
(1) THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE (I.F.C.), CHAPTERS 1-45 AND
APPENDICES B—G (2006 EDITION), ARE ADOPTED BY REFERENCE TO REGULATE
ALL OCCUPANCIES AND BUILDINGS FOR THE SAFEGUARDING OF LIFE AND
PROPERTY FROM THE HAZARDS OF FIRE AND EXPLOSION ARISING FROM THE
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STORAGE, HANDLING, AND USE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, MATERIALS, AND
DEVICES, AND FROM OTHER CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY,
WITH THE FOLLOWING REVISIONS:
DELETE THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS: 103, 104.2, 104.4, 104.5, 104.6, 105
108, 109, 111, 105, 301.2, 308.4.1, 315.1, 601.2, 901.3, 1101.3, 1201.2, 1301.2,
1501.2, 1601.2, 1701.2, 1801.5, 1901.2, 2001.2, 2101.2, 2201.2, 2301.2, 2403.4,
2501.2, 2601.2, 2701.5, 2801.2, 2901.3, 3001.2, 3101.2, 3201.2, 3301.2, 3401.4,
3501.2, 3601.2, 3701.2, 3801.2, 3901.2, 4001.2, 4101.2, 4201.2, 4301.2 AND 4401.2;
(2) THE NATIONAL FIRE CODES OF 15 VOLUMES, 2006 EDITION, OF THE
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION AS REFERENCED BY CHAPTER 45 OF
THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE.]
and from other conditions hazardous to life that certam cone xnown as uie
"International Fire Code," (IFC) Chanters 1-47 and Appendices B -G I and J (2009
Edition) and that certain code known as the National Fire Codes of 15 volumes (2009
incorporated as fully as if set out verbatim herein.
(b) The above codes are available for inspection and use by the public in the Public
Safety Building in an office designated by the Fire Chief.
8.05.020 Enforcement of fire prevention standards.
The [S]standards adopted hereby shall be enforced by [THE AGENCY
DESIGNATED AS] the Fire Department for the City and by the Fire Chief and the
City's Building Official or their respective designees.
8.05.030 Local amendments to the 200[6]9 International Fire Code.
[THE AMENDMENTS TO THE 2006 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE
CODE ARE LISTED HEREINAFTER BY SECTION. THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL FIRE
CODE AND ITS APPENDICES B—G SHALL BE ADOPTED AS AMENDED BELOW.
109.3 VIOLATION PENALTIES.
AMEND BY DELETING THIS SECTION AND ADDING A NEW PARAGRAPH.
PERSONS WHO SHALL VIOLATE A PROVISION OF THIS CODE OR SHALL FAIL
TO COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS THEREOF OR WHO SHALL ERECT,
INSTALL, ALTER, REPAIR OR DO WORK IN VIOLATION OF THE APPROVED
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS OR DIRECTIVE OF THE CODE OFFICIAL, SHALL BE
GUILTY OF A VIOLATION AND PUNISHABLE OF A FINE. SEE SECTION 8.15.110 AND
SECTION 13.05.010 OF THE KENAI MUNICIPAL CODE FOR PENALTIES AND
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REMEDIES ASSOCIATED WITH VIOLATING PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE PREVENTION
CODE.
111.4 FAILURE TO COMPLY.
ANY PERSON WHO SHALL CONTINUE ANY WORK AFTER HAVING BEEN
SERVED WITH A STOP WORK ORDER, EXCEPT SUCH WORK AS THAT PERSON IS
DIRECTED TO PERFORM TO REMOVE A VIOLATION OR UNSAFE CONDITION,
SHALL BE LIABLE TO A FINE OF NOT MORE THAN $500.00 DOLLARS. EACH AND
EVERY DAY SHALL CONSTITUTE A SEPARATE VIOLATION.
201.3 GENERAL. AMEND PARAGRAPH BY CHANGING INTERNATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE TO UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE.
202 GENERAL DEFINITIONS.
ADD THE FOLLOWING DEFINITION FOR ANFIRS:
ANFIRS IS THE ALASKA NATIONAL FIRE INCIDENT REPORTING SYSTEM.
ADD EXCEPTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
EXCEPTION: FAMILY CHILDCARE HOMES (R-3) OPERATING BETWEEN THE
HOURS OF 6:00 A.M. AND 10:00 P.M. MAY ACCOMMODATE A TOTAL OF TWELVE
CHILDREN OF ANY AGE WITHOUT CONFORMING TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF AN E
OCCUPANCY EXCEPT FOR SMOKE DETECTORS AS SPECIFIED IN SUBSECTION
907.2.10, MEANS OF EGRESS REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 1003, INCLUDING
EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE OPENINGS (AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 1009)
IN NAPPING OR SLEEPING ROOMS, AND FIRE EXTINGUISHER REQUIREMENTS AS
OUTLINED IN SECTION 906.
ADD THE FOLLOWING DEFINITION FOR SERVICE:
SERVICE IS THE ANNUAL TEST, MAINTENANCE, OR SERVICE DEFINED AND
REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE FIRE EQUIPMENT STANDARDS SET FORTH IN TABLE
901.6.1.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW PARAGRAPH BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND
PARAGRAPHS OF THE DEFINITION FOR "INSTITUTIONAL GROUP I-1" IN
"OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION" TO READ:
A FACILITY IN THIS OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION THAT HAS OCCUPANTS
WHO NEED PHYSICAL ASSISTANCE TO RESPOND IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
MUST COMPLY WITH THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, SECTION 423.
THE FIRST SENTENCE OF THE LAST PARAGRAPH OF THE DEFINITION FOR
"INSTITUTIONAL GROUP I, GROUP I-1" IS AMENDED TO READ:
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A FACILITY SUCH AS ONE DESCRIBED ABOVE WITH FIVE OR FEWER
PERSONS, INCLUDING PERSONS RELATED TO THE STAFF, SHALL BE CLASSIFIED
AS GROUP R-3.
THE SECOND PARAGRAPH OF THE DEFINITION FOR "INSTITUTIONAL
GROUP I, GROUP I-2" IS AMENDED TO READ:
A FACILITY SUCH AS ONE DESCRIBED ABOVE, WITH FIVE OR FEWER
PERSONS INCLUDING PERSONS RELATED TO THE STAFF, SHALL BE CLASSIFIED
AS GROUP R-3.
THE LAST PARAGRAPH OF THE DEFINITION FOR "INSTITUTIONAL GROUP I,
GROUP I-2" IS AMENDED TO READ:
A CHILD CARE FACILITY THAT PROVIDES CARE ON A 24-HOUR BASIS TO
MORE THAN FIVE CHILDREN WHO ARE TWO AND ONE-HALF YEARS OF AGE OR
LESS, INCLUDING CHILDREN RELATED TO THE STAFF SHALL BE CLASSIFIED AS
GROUP I-2.
THE SECOND SENTENCE OF THE DEFINITION FOR "GROUP I-4, DAY CARE
FACILITIES" IS AMENDED TO READ:
A FACILITY WITHIN THIS OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION WITH FIVE OR
FEWER PERSONS, INCLUDING PERSONS RELATED TO THE STAFF, SHALL BE
CLASSIFIED AS A GROUP R-3.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW PARAGRAPH TO THE DEFINITION FOR "R-4" IN
"RESIDENTIAL GROUP R" OF "OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION" BETWEEN THE FIRST
AND SECOND PARAGRAPHS TO READ:
FACILITIES WITHIN THIS OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION THAT HAVE
OCCUPANTS NEEDING PHYSICAL ASSISTANCE TO RESPOND IN EMERGENCY
SITUATIONS MUST COMPLY WITH INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, SECTION 423.
AMEND BY ADDING A DEFINITION TO READ:
SERVICE. THE ANNUAL TEST, MAINTENANCE, OR SERVICE DEFINED AND
REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
STANDARDS SET OUT IN TABLE 901.6.1.
307.2 PERMIT REQUIRED.
AMEND TO READ:
APPROVAL. THE FIRE CHIEF OF A REGISTERED DEPARTMENT HAVING
JURISDICTION, MAY ALLOW A FIRE FOR RECOGNIZED SILVICULTURAL OR RANGE
OR WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES, PREVENTION, OR CONTROL OF DISEASE
OR PESTS, OR A BONFIRE. APPLICATION, AS REQUIRED BY THE CHIEF OF THAT
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REGISTERED FIRE DEPARTMENT, MUST BE PRESENTED BY THE OWNER OF THE
LAND UPON WHICH THE FIRE IS TO BE KINDLED BEFORE KINDLING SUCH FIRE.
308.3 OPEN FLAME.
AMEND TO READ:
OPEN FLAME. THE USE OF OPEN FLAME IN CONNECTION WITH A PUBLIC
MEETING OR GATHERING FOR THE PURPOSES OF DELIBERATION, WORSHIP,
ENTERTAINMENT, AMUSEMENT, INSTRUCTION, EDUCATION, RECREATION,
AWAITING TRANSPORTATION, OR SIMILAR PURPOSES IN ASSEMBLY OR
EDUCATIONAL OCCUPANCIES MUST BE DONE IN CONSULTATION WITH THE
REGISTERED FIRE DEPARTMENT HAVING JURISDICTION.
311.5 PLACARDS. THIS SECTION IS AMENDED BY DELETING THIS
SECTION.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW SUBSECTION 401.3.4
401.3.4 FALSE ALARM CHARGES.
EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED HEREIN, THE OWNER OF A BUILDING
CONTAINING A FIRE PROTECTION, FIRE ALARM, OR OTHER TYPES OF
EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS, SHALL PAY A CHARGE IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THIS SECTION FOR EACH AND EVERY FALSE ALARM TO WHICH THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT RESPONDS.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. NO CHARGE FOR THE FIRST TWO FALSE ALARMS WITHIN A CALENDAR
YEAR.
2. EACH FALSE ALARM IN EXCESS OF TWO DURING A CALENDAR YEAR WILL
BE CHARGED A RESPONSE FEE OF $200.00
THE CITY SHALL BILL THE OWNER FOR FALSE ALARMS AT THE END OF
EVERY SIX MONTHS.
ALL FALSE ALARM CHARGES SHALL BE DEPOSITED INTO THE CITIES
GENERAL FUND.
AS USED BY THE SECTION, "FALSE ALARM" MEANS AN ALARM SIGNAL
GENERATED BY A PRIVATELY OWNED FIRE OR EMERGENCY ALARM SYSTEM
REPORTING AN ALARM FOR WHICH NO FIRE OR EMERGENCY ACTUALLY EXISTS;
IT INCLUDES SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, FAULTY OPERATION OF DETECTORS, AND
FALSE ALARMS NOT CLASSIFIED ABOVE. IT DOES NOT INCLUDE THOSE
INCIDENTS WHERE THE DETECTOR OR SYSTEM OPERATED AS DESIGNED SUCH
AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO, A SMOKE DETECTOR SOUNDING FROM SOMEONE
SMOKING UNDER THE DETECTOR OR A MANUAL PULL STATION BEING PULLED.
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404.2 WHERE REQUIRED. AMEND BY DELETING PARAGRAPH 1.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW SUBSECTION 405.10 TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
405.10 FALSE ALARMS.
FALSE ALARMS MAY NOT COUNT AS A FIRE DRILL FOR THE PURPOSE OF
THIS SECTION.
407.1 GENERAL.
AMEND TO READ:
GENERAL. THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 407.2 THROUGH 407.7 SHALL BE
APPLICABLE, IN THE DISCRETION OF THE CHIEF OF THE REGISTERED FIRE
DEPARTMENT THAT HAS JURISDICTION, WHERE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ARE
LOCATED ON THE PREMISES.
503.1.1 BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES.
AMEND TO READ:
BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES. THE FIRE CHIEF OF THE REGISTERED
DEPARTMENT HAVING JURISDICTION MAY REQUIRE APPROVED FIRE APPARATUS
ROADWAYS FOR EVERY FACILITY, BUILDING, OR PORTION OF A BUILDING
CONSTRUCTED OR MOVED INTO OR WITHIN THE JURISDICTION. THE FIRE
APPARATUS ACCESS ROADWAY MUST BE REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS OF THIS SECTION AS DETERMINED BY THE CHIEF OF THAT
JURISDICTION AND BE REQUIRED TO EXTEND WITHIN 150 FEET (45,720 MM) OF
ALL PORTIONS OF THE FACILITY OR BUILDING OR ANY PORTION OF THE
EXTERIOR WALL OF THE FIRST STORY OF THE FACILITY OR BUILDING AS
MEASURED BY AN APPROVED ROUTE AROUND THE EXTERIOR OF THE BUILDING
OR FACILITY.
THE FIRST SENTENCE OF THE EXCEPTION IS REVISED TO READ:
THE CHIEF OF THE REGISTERED FIRE DEPARTMENT HAVING
JURISDICTION MAY INCREASE OR DECREASE THE DIMENSION OF 150 FEET
(45,720 MM) WHERE:
505.1 ADDRESS NUMBERS.
THE FIRST SENTENCE IS AMENDED TO READ:
THE CHIEF OF THE REGISTERED FIRE DEPARTMENT HAVING
JURISDICTION MAY REQUIRE THAT ALL NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS BE
PROVIDED WITH APPROVED ADDRESS NUMBERS, BUILDING NUMBERS, OR
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APPROVED BUILDING IDENTIFICATION VISIBLE FROM THE STREET OR ROAD
FRONTING THE PROPERTY, OR ON THE STREET OR ROAD IF THE BUILDING IS
NOT VISIBLE FROM THE STREET OR ROAD.
505.2 STREET OR ROAD SIGNS.
THE FIRST SENTENCE IS AMENDED TO READ:
THE CHIEF OF THE REGISTERED FIRE DEPARTMENT HAVING
JURISDICTION MAY REQUIRE STREETS AND ROADS TO BE IDENTIFIED WITH
APPROVED SIGNS.
507.4 SMOKE OBSTRUCTION SYSTEMS.
AMENDED BY ADDING:
SMOKE OBSTRUCTION SYSTEMS ASSOCIATED WITH SECURITY OR
BURGLAR ALARM SYSTEMS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
508.1
THE FIRST SENTENCE IS AMENDED TO READ:
THE CHIEF OF THE REGISTERED FIRE DEPARTMENT HAVING
JURISDICTION MAY REQUIRE THAT AN APPROVED WATER SUPPLY CAPABLE OF
SUPPLYING THE REQUIRED FIRE FLOW FOR FIRE PROTECTION BE PROVIDED TO
PREMISES UPON WHICH FACILITIES, BUILDINGS, OR PORTIONS OF FACILITIES OR
BUILDINGS ARE CONSTRUCTED OR MOVED INTO OR WITHIN THE JURISDICTION.
508.2 TYPE OF WATER SUPPLY.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW SUBSECTION 508.2 TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
EXCEPTION: IN AREAS NOT SERVED BY A WATER UTILITY, THE
REQUIREMENTS FOR WATER SYSTEMS AS OUTLINED IN SECTIONS 508 NEED NOT
BE MET, PROVIDED ALL STRUCTURES OTHER THAN R-3 AND U OCCUPANCIES
ARE AT LEAST TYPE A CONSTRUCTION, OR ARE PROVIDED WITH A FIRE
EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 903.3.1.1
OF THIS CODE.
508.3 FIRE FLOW.
AMEND BY DELETING THE EXISTING PARAGRAPH AND REPLACE WITH THE
FOLLOWING PARAGRAPH:
WATER SUPPLIES FOR FIRE FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS OR
PORTIONS OF BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES SHALL BE CALCULATED USING THE
PROVISIONS OF APPENDIX CHAPTER B AND TABLE B105.1.
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508.5.4 OBSTRUCTIONS.
AMEND THE FIRST SENTENCE TO INCLUDE THE PHRASE:
DEPOSITING OF SNOW WITHIN THREE (3) FEET OF A HYDRANT
603.1.3 ELECTRICAL WIRING AND EQUIPMENT.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
603.3.1 MAXIMUM OUTSIDE FUEL OIL STORAGE ABOVE GROUND.
THE LAST SENTENCE IS REVISED TO READ:
THE STORAGE OF FUEL OIL ABOVE GROUND IN QUANTITIES EXCEEDING
660 GALLONS (2,498 L) SHALL COMPLY WITH NFPA 31 AND HAVE A MINIMUM
DISTANCE TO NEAREST IMPORTANT BUILDING BY NOT LESS THAN FIVE FEET.
604 EMERGENCY AND STANDBY POWER SYSTEM.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
604.2.15.2 SEPARATE CIRCUITS AND LUMINARIES.
AMEND BY THE ADDING A NEW SECTION 604.2.15.2.2 TO READ:
604.2.15.2.2 PICKUP TIME.
THE EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEM MUST PICK UP ITS CONNECTED LOADS
WITHIN 10 SECONDS OF FAILURE OF THE NORMAL POWER SUPPLY.
605 AND 606.
AMENDED BY DELETING THE REFERENCES TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL
CODE" AND REPLACING THEM WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
703.2.3 DOOR OPERATION.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 703.2.3.1 TO READ:
703.2.3.1 OPERATION.
FIRE ASSEMBLIES MAY NOT BE OBSTRUCTED OR OTHERWISE IMPAIRED
FROM THEIR PROPER OPERATION AT ANY TIME. WHEN TWO OR MORE SELF-
CLOSING FIRE ASSEMBLIES WITHIN A BUILDING HAVE BEEN DOCUMENTED AS
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HAVING BEEN OBSTRUCTED OR IMPAIRED DURING THREE OR MORE
CONSECUTIVE INSPECTIONS, THE FIRE CODE OFFICIAL MAY ORDER THE
INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC -CLOSING DEVICES MEETING THE REQUIREMENTS
OF SECTION 714.2.7.3 OF THE I.B.C.
807.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.
AMEND BY ADDING:
"OR TREATED BY A METHOD APPROVED BY FIRE CODE OFFICIALS" AT THE
END OF FIRST PARAGRAPH.
901.4 INSTALLATION OF FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS.
AMEND BY ADDING AN EXCEPTION AT THE END OF THIS SECTION.
EXCEPTION: BUILDINGS TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO SEASONAL
OPERATIONS MAY HAVE THEIR FIRE SYSTEMS DEACTIVATED UNDER THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
1. BUILDING IS UNOCCUPIED.
2. BUILDING IS PROPERLY SECURED.
3. ALL UTILITIES ARE DISCONNECTED AND DRAINED.
4. THE FIRE SYSTEMS ARE CERTIFIED AS OPERATIONAL BEFORE THE
BUILDING IS REOCCUPIED.
5. A 24-HOUR A DAY FIRE WATCH AS DEFINED IN SECTION 202 IS PROVIDED
DURING THE INTERIM BETWEEN WHEN UTILITIES ARE REACTIVATED AND
THE FIRE SYSTEMS ARE CERTIFIED AS OPERATIONAL.
6. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT MUST BE NOTIFIED OF SUCH CLOSURE.
7. A LETTER FROM THE INSURANCE CARRIER OR, OWNER IF SELF-INSURED,
INDICATING KNOWLEDGE OF THE CLOSURE IS PROVIDED TO THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT.
901.4.5 MARKING OF FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW SECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION DEVICES FOR BUILDING SPRINKLER
SYSTEMS IN NEW AND EXISTING BUILDINGS SHALL BE IDENTIFIED BY THE
INSTALLATION OF APPROVED REFLECTIVE MARKERS OR SIGNS INSTALLED
ABOVE THE DEVICE IN AN UNOBSTRUCTED LOCATION AT APPROXIMATELY 7
FEET ABOVE GRADE.
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901.5 INSTALLATION ACCEPTANCE TESTING.
AMEND BY ADDING A THIRD SENTENCE TO THE END OF THE PARAGRAPH:
ALL RESULTS OF SUCH TEST MUST BE FORWARDED TO THE BUREAU OF
FIRE PREVENTION WITHIN 30 DAYS.
901.6 INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE.
AMEND BY ADDING A SECOND PARAGRAPH TO READ:
NOTWITHSTANDING OTHER CODE OR STANDARD REQUIREMENTS, FIRE
PROTECTION SYSTEMS AND FIRE EXTINGUISHERS MUST BE INSPECTED,
TESTED, AND SERVICED ANNUALLY.
EXCEPTION:
1. STANDPIPE SYSTEMS MUST BE INSPECTED, TESTED, AND SERVICED
EVERY FIVE YEARS.
2. AFTER ANY USE OR ACTIVATION.
3. ANY TIME DAMAGE IS FOUND.
4. AFTER REPAIR OR ALTERATION.
5. WHEN REQUIRED BY THE CHIEF.
6. AFTER SEASONAL SHUTDOWN.
901.6.2. 2 REPORTS.
ADD A NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
A COPY OF ALL SERVICE REPORTS SHALL BE SENT TO THE BUREAU OF
FIRE PREVENTION WITHIN 30 DAYS. EACH SYSTEM SHALL BE TAGGED BY THE
INSPECTION AGENCY, INDICATING THE DATE OF SERVICE AND WHETHER OR NOT
THE SYSTEM IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE ASSOCIATED STANDARDS.
901.10 SPRINKLER CERTIFICATION.
ADD A NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
COMPANIES INSTALLING AND/OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE INDIVIDUAL CERTIFIED TO A
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MINIMUM OF NICET LEVEL II IN SPRINKLER SYSTEMS AS REQUIRED UNDER 13
AAC 50.035.
901.11 DAMAGE PROTECTION.
ADD A NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
WHEN EXPOSED TO PROBABLE VEHICULAR DAMAGE DUE TO PROXIMITY
TO ALLEYS, DRIVEWAYS OR PARKING AREAS, STANDPIPES, POST INDICATOR
VALVES AND SPRINKLER SYSTEM OR STANDPIPE SYSTEM, CONNECTIONS SHALL
BE PROTECTED IN AN APPROVED MANNER.
903.2.2 GROUP E.
DELETE PARAGRAPH AND SUBSTITUTE WITH THE FOLLOWING:
AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MUST BE PROVIDED THROUGHOUT
ALL GROUP E OCCUPANCIES. AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM SHALL ALSO
BE PROVIDED FOR EVERY PORTION OF EDUCATIONAL BUILDINGS BELOW THE
LEVEL OF EXIT DISCHARGE. THE USE OF FIRE WALLS DOES NOT ESTABLISH A
SEPARATE BUILDING FOR PURPOSES OF THIS SECTION.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. BUILDINGS WITH E OCCUPANCIES HAVING AN OCCUPANT LOAD OF 49 OR
LESS.
2. DAY CARE USES NOT OTHERWISE REQUIRING AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER
SYSTEM BY OTHER PROVISIONS OF THE CODE.
DAY CARE USES THAT ARE LICENSED TO CARE FOR MORE THAN 5
PERSONS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00 P.M. AND 6:00 A.M. SHALL BE
EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM DESIGNED AND INSTALLED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 903.3.1.3 OR AN APPROVED EQUIVALENT
SYSTEM. THIS INCLUDES CHILDREN RELATED TO THE STAFF.
903.2.7 GROUP R.
AMEND THIS SECTION BY ADDING AN EXCEPTION:
BED AND BREAKFAST OCCUPANCIES WITH FIVE RENTED SLEEPING
ROOMS OR LESS DO NOT REQUIRE AN AUTOMATIC SUPPRESSION SYSTEM.
AMENDED TO READ:
GROUP R. AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM MUST BE INSTALLED IN
GROUP R OCCUPANCIES AS REQUIRED IN SECTIONS 903.2.7.1 THROUGH
903.2.7.3.
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903.2.7.1 GROUP R-1.
ADD NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM OR A RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER
SYSTEM INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 903.3.1.2 MUST BE
PROVIDED THROUGHOUT ALL BUILDINGS WITH A GROUP R-1 FIRE AREA.
903.2.7.2 GROUP R-2.
ADD NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM OR A RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER
SYSTEM INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 903.3.1.2 SHALL BE
PROVIDED THROUGHOUT ALL BUILDINGS WITH A GROUP R-2 FIRE AREA THAT
ARE MORE THAN TWO STORIES IN HEIGHT, INCLUDING BASEMENT, OR HAVE
MORE THAN SIXTEEN DWELLING UNITS OR SLEEPING UNITS.
903.2.7.3 GROUP R-4.
ADD NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
AN AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM OR A RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER
SYSTEM INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 903.3.1.2 SHALL BE
PROVIDED THROUGHOUT ALL BUILDINGS WITH A GROUP R-4 FIRE AREA.
903.3.1.
AMENDED BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 903.3.1.1.2 TO READ:
903.3.1.1.2 (ELEVATOR HOISTWAYS AND MACHINE ROOMS).
WHEN THE PROVISIONS OF THIS CODE REQUIRE THE INSTALLATION OF
AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS, THE INSTALLATION IN ELEVATOR HOISTWAYS
AND MACHINE ROOMS MUST OCCUR AS DESCRIBED IN N.F.P.A. 13-2007,
(ELEVATOR HOISTWAYS AND MACHINE ROOMS) AND ADOPTED BY REFERENCE,
AND THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (A.S.M.E.) A17.1
SAFETY CODE FOR ELEVATORS AND ESCALATORS (2000 EDITION) AND ADOPTED
BY REFERENCE.
EXCEPTION: SPRINKLERS ARE NOT REQUIRED IN AN ELEVATOR MACHINE
ROOM WHERE THE MACHINE ROOM IS:
(1) SEPARATED FROM THE REMAINDER OF THE BUILDING AS
DESCRIBED IN I.B.C. SECTION 3006.4;
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(2) SMOKE DETECTION IS PROVIDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH N.F.P.A.72-
2007 AND ADOPTED BY REFERENCE; AND
(3) NOTIFICATION OF ALARM
CONSTANTLY MONITORED LOCATION.
903.3.5 WATER SUPPLIES.
ACTIVATION IS RECEIVED AT A
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "INTERNATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE" AND REPLACING IT WITH "PLUMBING CODE AS ADOPTED BY
KMC."
903.6.2 ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS TO E OCCUPANCIES.
ADD NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
AN APPROVED AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM MUST BE
INSTALLED IN E OCCUPANCIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 903.2.2
WHENEVER ALTERATIONS OR ADDITIONS ARE MADE TO AN EXISTING
STRUCTURE CONTAINING E OCCUPANCY.
904.3.1. ELECTRICAL WIRING.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
906.1 WHERE REQUIRED. AMEND BY DELETING THE EXCEPTION IN
NUMBER L
907.1.1 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW ITEM TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
12. SYSTEM RISER DIAGRAM.
907.2.3 GROUP E.
AMEND THIS SECTION BY ADDING A SECOND PARAGRAPH TO READ AS
FOLLOWS:
ROOMS USED FOR SLEEPING OR NAPPING PURPOSES WITHIN A DAY CARE
USE OF GROUP E OCCUPANCIES MUST BE PROVIDED WITH SMOKE DETECTORS
THAT COMPLY WITH SECTION 907.2.10.1.2.
907.2.6.1 GROUP I-1.
AMEND BY DELETING EXCEPTION 1.
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907.2.10 SINGLE- AND MULTI -STATION SMOKE ALARMS.
AMEND BY ADDING A SECOND PARAGRAPH TO READ:
WHEN A PLAN REVIEW IS REQUIRED FOR AN EXISTING GROUP R
OCCUPANCY, SMOKE ALARMS MUST BE INSTALLED AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION
907.2.10.1.
907.2.10.1.3. GROUP I-1.
AMEND BY DELETING THE EXCEPTION.
907.17 ACCEPTANCE TEST.
AMEND THIS SECTION BY ADDING A SECOND PARAGRAPH TO READ AS
FOLLOWS:
A KENAI CODE OFFICIAL MUST WITNESS THE ACCEPTANCE TEST, AND A
COPY OF THE ACCEPTANCE TEST CERTIFICATE MUST BE FORWARDED TO THE
BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION BY THE FIRM CONDUCTING THE TEST WITHIN 30
DAYS OF THE COMPLETION OF THE INSTALLATION.
908.7 CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS.
ADD A NEW SUBSECTION TO READ AS FOLLOWS
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS SHALL BE INSTALLED ON EACH FLOOR
LEVEL OF GROUP I-1, I-2 AND R OCCUPANCIES. WHERE THERE ARE SLEEPING
ROOMS ON A FLOOR, THE DETECTOR SHALL BE PLACED OUTSIDE THE SLEEPING
ROOMS. THE ALARM SHALL BE CLEARLY AUDIBLE IN ALL BEDROOMS OVER
BACKGROUND NOISE LEVELS WITH ALL INTERVENING DOORS CLOSED. ALL
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS SHALL BE LISTED AND INSTALLED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS CODE.
EXCEPTION: CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS AND ALARMS ARE NOT
REQUIRED IN DWELLING UNITS AND STRUCTURES THAT HAVE NO COMBUSTION
APPLIANCES, ATTACHED GARAGES, OTHER VEHICLE PARKING WITHIN 25 FEET
OF ANY DIRECT OPENING, OR HAVE ONLY DIRECT VENT COMBUSTION
APPLIANCES.
IN NEW CONSTRUCTION, ALL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS AND
ALARMS LOCATED WITHIN A SINGLE DWELLING UNIT SHALL BE
INTERCONNECTED IN SUCH A MANNER THAT ACTUATION OF ONE ALARM SHALL
ACTIVATE ALL OF THE ALARMS WITHIN THE INDIVIDUAL DWELLING UNIT.
IN NEW CONSTRUCTION, CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS AND ALARMS
SHALL RECEIVE THEIR PRIMARY POWER FROM THE BUILDING WIRING IF THE
WIRING IS SERVED FROM A COMMERCIAL SOURCE, AND SHALL BE EQUIPPED
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WITH A BATTERY BACKUP. WIRING SHALL BE PERMANENT AND WITHOUT A
DISCONNECTING SWITCH OTHER THAN WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR OVERCURRENT
PROTECTION. IN EXISTING CONSTRUCTION, CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS
AND ALARMS MAY BE POWERED BY BATTERY OR A CORD -AND -PLUG WITH
BATTERY BACKUP.
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS SHALL HAVE AN ALARM AND BE
INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.
THE LANDLORD SHALL PROVIDE SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTION DEVICES. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE TENANT TO MAINTAIN
THE DEVICES.
909.18 ACCEPTANCE TESTS.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW SENTENCE TO READ:
A COPY OF THE ACCEPTANCE TEST CERTIFICATE MUST BE FORWARDED
TO THE FIRE MARSHAL HAVING AUTHORITY BY THE FIRM CONDUCTING THE
TEST WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE COMPLETION OF THE INSTALLATION.
910.1 GENERAL.
AMEND BY DELETING EXCEPTION 2.
912.5 BACKFLOW PROTECTION.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "INTERNATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE" AND REPLACING IT WITH "PLUMBING CODE AS ADOPTED BY
KMC."
1009.1 STAIRWAYS.
ADD THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTION:
5. STAIRS OR LADDERS USED ONLY TO ATTEND EQUIPMENT ARE
EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS SECTION.
10 19. 1 MINIMUM NUMBER OF EXITS.
AMEND THE FOLLOWING SECTION BY ADDING AN EXCEPTION TO READ:
BASEMENTS OR THE FIRST LEVEL BELOW THE FIRST STORY IN ALL
OCCUPANCIES EXCEPT R-3, USED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE SERVICE OF THE
BUILDING MAY HAVE ACCESS TO ONLY ONE EXIT. ANY OTHER USE OF THE
BASEMENT OR FIRST LEVEL BELOW THE FIRST STORY MUST HAVE AT LEAST
TWO EXITS ARRANGED AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 1015.2. FOR THE PURPOSES
OF THIS EXCEPTION, STORAGE ROOMS, LAUNDRY ROOMS, MAINTENANCE
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OFFICES AND SIMILAR USES MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED AS PROVIDING SERVICE
TO THE BUILDING.
1009.5.2 OUTDOOR CONDITIONS.
AMEND BY ADDING", SNOW OR ICE" AFTER "WATER."
1010.7.2 OUTDOOR CONDITION.
AMEND BY ADDING ", SNOW OR ICE" AFTER "WATER."
1026 EMERGENCY ESCAPE AND RESCUE.
AMEND BY DELETING EXCEPTIONS 1, 2, 3, 4 AND 7.
1027.5 ILLUMINATION EMERGENCY POWER.
AMEND BY DELETING THE EXCEPTION UNDER PARAGRAPH 1.
110 1. 1 SCOPE. AVIATION FACILITIES.
AMEND BY ADDING TO THE END OF THIS SECTION:
AND N.F.P.A. 409, 2004 EDITION.
1103.5 DISPENSING OF FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS.
AMEND THE LAST SENTENCE TO READ:
AIRCRAFT MOTOR VEHICLE FUEL -DISPENSING STATIONS SHALL BE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 22, AND N.F.P.A. 407, 2007 EDITION.
1105 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS.
AMEND BY DELETING SECTION 1105.8
1106.1 AIRCRAFT MOTOR VEHICLE FUEL -DISPENSING STATIONS.
AMEND BY ADDING TO THE END OF THIS SECTION:
AND N.F.P.A 407, 2007 EDITION.
1106.3 CONSTRUCTION OF AIRCRAFT -FUELING VEHICLES AND
ACCESSORIES.
AMEND BY ADDING AN EXCEPTION AT THE END OF THIS SECTION.
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EXCEPTION: A VEHICLE OR TRAILER TANK WITH A CAPACITY OF 250
GALLONS OR LESS MAY BE USED FOR NON-COMMERCIAL REFUELING OF
PRIVATE NON-COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT IF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS ARE
MET:
THE TANK IS PLACARDED WITH NO SMOKING SIGNS, TYPE OF FUEL
CONTAINED IN THE TANK AND THE TANK CAPACITY;
2. THE TANK AND ALL APPURTENANCES USED IN THE FUELING OPERATION
ARE LISTED AND APPROVED FOR THE SPECIFIC PURPOSES; AND
3. ELECTRICAL BONDING IS PROVIDED AS REQUIRED UNDER SECTION
1106.3.7.
1106.3.4 PROTECTION OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
1204.2.3 ELECTRICAL WIRING AND EQUIPMENT.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
1404.7 ELECTRICAL.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
1503 PROTECTION OF OPERATIONS.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
1504.6.1.2.2 PORTABLE INFRARED APPARATUS.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
1604.5 HEATING.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
1703.2.1 ELECTRICITY.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
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1803 GENERAL SAFETY PROVISIONS.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
1903.4 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
2004.1 WIRING AND EQUIPMENT.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
CHAPTER 22 MOTOR FUEL DISPENSING FACILITIES AND REPAIR
GARAGES.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
2206.2.3 ABOVE GROUND TANKS LOCATED OUTSIDE, ABOVE GRADE.
AMEND BY ADDING AN ITEM FIVE (5) AT THE END OF THIS SECTION.
5. APPROVED ABOVE GROUND ATMOSPHERIC TANKS MAY BE USED
WITHOUT A SPECIAL ENCLOSURE OR FIRE RATING IF THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA
ARE MET:
A. TANKS MUST BE LOCATED AS REQUIRED FOR "OTHER TANKS" BY
TABLE 2206.2.3; AND,
B. TANKS MUST BE ENCLOSED BY A SIX-FOOT HIGH INDUSTRIAL TYPE
CHAIN LINK FENCE WITH A MINIMUM OF TWO ACCESS GATES LOCATED AT
OPPOSITE SIDES OF THE ENCLOSURE. EACH GATE MUST BE AT LEAST AT LEAST
36 INCHES WIDE. THERE MUST BE A MINIMUM WORKING DISTANCE OF FIVE
FEET BETWEEN THE TANK AND THE FENCE.
2206.7.7.1 LEAK DETECTION.
AMEND BY ADDING AN EXCEPTION TO READ:
EXCEPTION: A LEAK DETECTION DEVICE IS NOT REQUIRED IF THE
UNDERGROUND PIPING IS AN EXTRA -HEAVY STEEL WALL WITH ALL WELDED
JOINTS, DIELECTRIC COATING, AND CATHODIC PROTECTION.
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2211.2.3 DRAINAGE AND DISPOSAL OF LIQUIDS AND OIL -SOAKED
WASTE.
AMEND BY ADDING A SENTENCE TO THE END OF THE FIRST PARAGRAPH:
WHERE OIL SEPARATORS OR TRAPS ARE PROVIDED, THEY MAY NOT DRAIN
TO SEPTIC SYSTEMS.
2403.12.6.1 EXIT SIGN ILLUMINATION.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC.
2606.4 EMERGENCY DISCONNECT.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC.
CHAPTER 27 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL -GENERAL PROVISIONS.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCES TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING THEM WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
2701.6 FACILITY CLOSURE.
AMENDED TO READ:
DOCUMENTATION. THE FIRE CHIEF OF THE REGISTERED FIRE
DEPARTMENT HAVING JURISDICTION MAY REQUIRE THE DOCUMENTATION OF
THE CLOSURE PLANS FOR THE TERMINATION OF THE STORAGE, USE, OR
HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AT LEAST 30 DAYS BEFORE THE
TERMINATION. THE FIRE CHIEF IS AUTHORIZED TO REQUIRE THAT THE
DOCUMENTATION INCLUDE AN APPROVED FACILITY CLOSURE PLAN IN
ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2701.6.3. THE FIRE CHIEF MAY REQUIRE THE
SUBMISSION OF THE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT PLAN AND
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INVENTORY STATEMENT INDICATED IN SECTIONS
2701.5.1 AND 2701.5.2.
2704.2.2.6 DRAINAGE SYSTEM DESIGN.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "INTERNATIONAL
PLUMBING CODE" AND REPLACING IT WITH "PLUMBING CODE AS ADOPTED BY
KMC.
CHAPTER 30 COMPRESSED GASES.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCES TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING THEM WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC.
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CHAPTER 32 CRYOGENIC FLUIDS.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCES TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING THEM WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
CHAPTER 34 FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCES TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING THEM WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
3404.3.5.1 BASEMENT STORAGE.
AMEND BY DELETING THIS SECTION.
3501 GENERAL.
AMEND BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 3501.3 TO READ:
3501.3 PLAN REVIEW.
WHERE A SINGLE CONTAINER IS OVER 500 -GALLON (1,892.7 L) WATER
CAPACITY OR THE AGGREGATE CAPACITY OF CONTAINERS IS OVER 500 -GALLON
(1,8927 L) WATER CAPACITY, THE INSTALLER SHALL SUBMIT PLANS FOR REVIEW
BY THE FIRE MARSHAL BEFORE INSTALLATION.
CHAPTER 36 FLAMMABLE SOLIDS.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCES TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING THEM WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
3704.2.2.8 EMERGENCY POWER.
AMEND BY DELETING THE REFERENCE TO THE "ICC ELECTRICAL CODE"
AND REPLACING IT WITH "ELECTRICAL CODE AS ADOPTED BY KMC."
CHAPTER 45 OF THE I.F.C.
REVISED BY CHANGING THE REFERENCED STANDARDS FROM THE
PUBLICATION DATE LISTED TO THE LATEST PUBLISHED EDITION AS FOLLOWS:
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
NFPA 10-2007, 11-2005, 12-2008, 12A-2004, 13-2007, 13D-2007, 13E-2005,
13R-2007, 14-2007, 15-2007, 16-2007, 17-2002, 17A-2002, 20-2007, 22-2003, 24-
2007, 25-2008, 30-2008, 30A-2008, 30B-2007, 31-2006, 32-2007, 33-2007, 34-2007,
35-2005, 40-2007, 51-2007, 51A-2006, 51B-2003, 52-2006, 58-2008, 59-2004, 59A-
2006, 61-2008, 69-2008, 70-2008, 72-2007, 80-2007, 85-2007, 86-2007, 96-2008,
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99-2005, 101-2006, 110-2005, 111-2005, 160-2006, 211-2006, 221-2006, 230-2003,
232-2007, 241-2004, 252-2008, 260-2003, 261-2003, 265-2007, 286-2006, 291-
2007, 385-2007, 407-2007, 409-2004, 410-2004, 415-2008, 430-2004, 490-2002,
495-2006, 498-2006, 505-2006, 655-2007, 664-2002, 701-2004, 703-2006, 704-
2007, 720-2005, 750-2006, 1122-2008, 1123-2006, 1124-2006, 1125-2007, 1126-
2606, 1127-2008, 2001-2008.1
Chanters 1-47 and Aanendices B—G I and J of the International Fire Code,
2009 Edition (IFC) and the National Fire Codes of 15 volumes (2009 Edition) are
adopted by reference with the following revisions:
Delete the following subsections:
308.4.1, 315 .1, 601 .2, 901 .3, 1101 .3, 1201.2, 1301.2, 1501.2, 1601.2, 1701.2,
1801.5 1901.2 2001.2 2101.2 2201.2 2301.2 2403.4 2501.2 2601.2 2701.5
2801.2 2901.3 3001.2 3101.2 3201.2 3301.2 3401.4 3501.2 3601.2 3701.2
3801.2 3901.2 4001.2 4101.2 4201.2 4301.2 and 4401.2
Amend by deleting all references to the "ICC Electrical Code" and replacing
them with "Electrical Code as adopted by KMC."
Amend by deleting all references to the "NFPA 70" and replacing them with
"Electrical Code as adopted by KMC."
Amend by deleting all references to the "International Fuel Gas Code" and the
"International Plumbing Code" and by replacing them with 'Plumbing Code as adopted
by KMC."
108 Board of Appeals.
Delete the entire section Refer to KMC Chapter 4.40.
109.3 Violation Penalties.
Delete the entire section Refer to KMC Chapter 4.40.
111.4 Failure to Comply.
Delete and replace with:
Any Person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop
Each and every day shall constitute a separate violation.
202 General Definitions.
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Delete OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION [BI Educational Group E, and replace
with:
LB] Educational Group E The use of a building or structure, or portion of the
building or structure for education supervision or personal care services for more
than five children who are older than two and one-half years of age, including children
related to the staff shall be classified as a Group E occupancy.
Add the following Exception:
Exception:
Family child care homes (Group R-3) operating between the hours of 6:00 a.m.
and 10.00 P.m. may accommodate a total of 12 children of anv age without
conforming to the requirements of a Group E occupancy except for (1) smoke detectors
and alarms as described in Section 907.2.10; (2) carbon monoxide detectors and
alarms as specified in the International Building Code Section 425: (3) means of egress
requirements of Section 1003 including emergency escape and rescue openings, ras
Amend OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION [Bl Institutional Group I-1, by adding a
paragraph between the first and second paragraphs of the definition to read:
Code. Section 405.
Further amend OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION [Bl Institutional Group I-1, by
amending the first sentence of the last paragraph to read:
Amend OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION [Bl Institutional Group 1, [Bl Group I-2,
by adding a second and third paragraph to read:
the staff shall be classified as Group I-2.
Amend OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION [BI Institutional Group I, [Bl Group 1-4,
day care facilities by revising the second sentence to read:
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A facility within this occupancy classification with five or fewer persons,
including persons related to the staff, shall be classified as a Group R-3.
Amend OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION Residential Group R. R-4, by adding a
paragraph between the first and second paragraphs to read:
Facilities within this occupancy classification that have occupants needing
Physical assistance to respond in emergency situations must comply with the
International Fire Code Section 405.11.
307.2 Permit Required.
Delete and replace with:
Approval The fire chief of a registered department having Jurisdiction, may
chief of that registered fire department must be presented by the owner of the land
upon which the fire is to be kindled before kindling such fire.
308.3 Oven Flame.
Delete and replace with:
Open Flame The use of open flame in connection with a public meeting or
gathering for the purposes of deliberation worship entertainment amusement,
fire department having jurisdiction.
401.3.4 False Alarm Charges.
Add a new subsection 401.3.4 to read:
401.3.4 False Alarm Charges Except as otherwise provided herein, the owner
of a building containing a fire protection fire alarm, or other types of emergency
Exceptions:
1 No charge for the first two false alarms within a calendar year.
The City shall bill the owner for false alarms at the end of every six months.
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All false alarm charges shall be deposited into the city's general fund.
As used by the section "false alarm" means an alarm signal generated by a
detectors and false alarms not classified above. It does not include those incidents
where the detector or system operated as designed such as but not limited to, a smoke
detector sounding from someone smoking under the detector or a manual pull station
being pulled.
405.10 False Alarms.
Add a new subsection 405.10 to read:
405 10 False Alarms False alarms may not count as a fire drill for the purpose
of section 405 Emergency Evacuation Drills.
405.11 Emergency Evacuation Drills.
Add a new subsection 405.11 to read:
405.11 Occupants Needing Physical Assistance
405.11.1 Applicability.
emergencies.
405.11.2 Defmitions. In this section:
"Evacuation Capability" means the ability of occupants, residents, and staff as a
group either to evacuate a building or to relocate from the point of occupancy to a
point of safety:
an approved automatic sprinkler system and that is either (1) within an exit enclosure
meeting the requirements of I.B.C. Section 1020• or (2) within another portion of the
of the building has access to a means of escape or exit that conforms to the
requirements of this code and does not require return to the area of the fire."
405 11 3 Fire Drills and Evacuation Capability Determination.
The initial determination of evacuation capability will be determined by a fire
drill conducted by a fire code official or by an employee of the Department of Health
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drilllocation of simulated fire origin escape paths used and comments relating to
residents who resisted or failed to participate in the drills.
405 11 4 Evacuation Capability and Fire Protection Requirements.
Fire protection requirements of a facility under this section are as follows:
405.11.4.1 Prompt Evacuation Capability.
Evacuation capability of three minutes or less indicates prompt evacuation
capability. In facilities maintaining prompt evacuation capability the requirements of
the code for Groups I-1 or R-4 occupancies must be followed.
405.11.4.2 Slow Evacuation Capability.
Evacuation capability of more than three but less than 14 minutes indicates
slow evacuation capability. In facilities maintaining slow evacuation capability, the
facility must be protected by (a) an automatic smoke detection system, using
405.11.4.3 Impractical Evacuation Capability.
Evacuation capability of 14 minutes or more indicates impractical evacuation
capability. In facilities maintaining impractical evacuation capability, the facility must
be protected by (a) the protections for a facility with slow evacuation capability under
Section 405.11.4.2; (b) one-half hour fire -resistive construction throughout the facility.
and (c) direct egress from sleeping rooms for occupants needing evacuation assistance
either (i) to the exterior at grade level to an exterior porch or landing via a 3 foot 6
inch wide door; or fii) if the sleeping rooms are separated from the rest of the buildin
by smoke partitions installed in accordance with I.B.C.Section 710, by egress
windows conforming to the provisions of Section 1029.
407.1 General.
Delete and replace with:
General The provisions of Sections 407.2 through 407.7 shall be applicable,
the discretion of the chief of the registered fire department that has jurisdiction where
hazardous materials are located on the premises.
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408.3 Group E and I and Occupancies and Group R-2 College and
University Buildings.
Amend by adding a new subsection 408.3.5 to read:
408.3.5 False Alarms.
False alarms may not be counted as a fire drill for the purposes of this section.
503.1.1 Buildings and Facilities.
Amend as follows:
or portion of a building constructed or moved into or within the Jurisdiction. The fire
Amend further by replacing the first sentence of the listed exceptions to read:
The chief (or their designee) of the registered fire department having Jurisdiction
may increase or decrease the dimension of 150 feet (45.720 mm) where:
505.1 Address Numbers.
Amend the first sentence and insert a new second sentence to read:
All new and existing buildings shall be provided with approved address
of four inches in height and a contrasting color. On all new construction the above
identification shall be located on the upper left corner of the building as viewed from
the street.
506.1 Where Required.
507.5.4 Obstructions.
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Amend by adding the phrase "depositing of snow within three (3) feet of a
hydrant" to the end of the first sentence.
703.2.3 Door Operation.
Add a new subsection 703.2.3.1 to read:
703.2.3.1 Operation Fire assemblies may not be obstructed or otherwise
impaired from their proper operation at any time When two or more self-closing fire
assemblies within a building have been documented as having been obstructed or
impaired during three or more consecutive inspections the fire code official may order
the installation of automatic -closing devices meeting the requirements of Section
714.4.7.2 of the I.B.C.
901.4 Installation of Fire Protection Systems.
Amend by adding an exception at the end of this subsection to read:
Exception:
1 Building is unoccupied.
2 Building is properly secured.
3. All utilities are disconnected and drained.
4 The fire systems are certified as operational before the building is
reoccupied.
5 A 24-hour a day fire watch as defined in Section 202 is provided during
6 The fire department must be notified of such closure.
7 A letter from the insurance carrier or, owner if self-insured, indicating
knowledge of the closure is provided to the fire department.
901.4.5 Marking of Fire Protection Equipment.
Add a new subsection 901.4.5 to read:
b the installation of signs installed above the device in an unobstructed location at
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_approximately 7 feet above grade FDC signs shall be a minimum of 8 x 12 inches in
size and highly visible with contrasting colors.
901.5 Installation Acceptance Testing.
Amend by adding a third sentence to the end of the paragraph to read:
All results of such test must be forwarded to the Kenai Fire Marshal within 30
days.
901.6 Inspection Testing and Maintenance.
Amend by adding a new second paragraph to read:
Superseding other code or standard requirements fire protection systems and
fire extinguishers must be inspected tested and serviced as follows:
1 Annually except Standpipe systems must be inspected, tested, and
serviced every five years.
2 After any use or activation.
3. Any time damage is found.
4. After repair or alteration.
S. When required by the chief.
6. After seasonal shutdown.
901.6.2.2 Reports.
Add a new subsection 901.6.2.2 to read:
901.6.2.2 Reports A copy of all service reports shall be sent to the Kenai Fire
Marshal within 30 days Each system shall be tagged by the inspection agency,
indicating the date of service and whether or not the system is in conformance with
the associated standards.
901.7 Systems Out of Service.
Delete the first sentence and replace with:
Where a required fire protection system is out of service for more than eight
hours in a twenty-four hour period an impairment plan will be submitted to the fire
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i provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shutdown until the fire protection
sustem has been returned to service.
901.10 Damase Protection.
Add a new subsection 90 1. 10 to read:
sprinkler system or standpipe system connections shall be protected in an approved
manner.
903.2.3 Group E.
Delete and replace with:
are licensed to care for more than 5 persons between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00
a.m. shall be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system designed and installed in
accordance with Section 903.3.1.3. This includes children related to the staff.
Exception:
1 Buildings with E occupancies having an occupant load of 49 or less.
903.2.8 Group R.
Delete and replace with:
Group R An automatic sprinkler system must be installed in Group R
occupancies as required in Sections 903.2.8.1 through 903.2.8.2.
Exception:
All R 3s and Bed and breakfast occupancies with five rented sleeping rooms or
less do not require an automatic suppression system.
903.2.8.1 Group R-1.
Add a new subsection 903.2.8.1 to read:
903.2.8.1 Group R-1 Health clinics with transient quarters may utilize a 13D
sprinkler system throughout the building; a fire barrier can be utilized to separate the
building and utilize a 13R.
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903.2.8.2 Group R-2.
Add new subsection 903.2.8.2 to read:
buildings with a Group R-2 fire area that are more than two stories in height,
including basement or have more than 4 dwelling units or 16 sleeping rooms.
903.3.1.1.2 Elevator Hoistways and Machine Rooms.
Add a new subsection 903.3.1.1.2 to read:
903.3.1.1.2 Elevator hoistways and machine rooms When the provisions of
this code require the installation of automatic sprinkler systems the installation in
elevator hoistways and machine rooms must occur as described in N.F.P.A. 13,
(Elevator Hoistways and Machine Rooms) and adopted by reference and the American
Society for Mechanical Engineers (A S M E) A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and
Escalators and adopted by reference The fire sprinkler head for the top of elevator
shafts may have a globe valve installed so the single head can be turned off in an
emergency. The globe valve must be marked and sealed or locked in the open
position.
Exception: Sprinklers are not required in an elevator machine room where the
machine room is:
(1) Separated from the remainder of the building as described in I.B.C.
Section 3006.4;
(2) Smoke detection is provided in accordance with N.F.P.A.72 and adopted
by reference; and
(3) Notification of alarm activation is received at a constantly monitored
location.
(4) Fire extinguisher is provided in the elevator machine room.
903.3.1.1.3 Inspectors Test Valve.
Add a new subsection 903.3.1.1.3 to read:
903.3.1.1.3 Inspectors test valve A test valve will be installed at the far end of
the remote area in wet systems to equal the required flow of one sprinkler head. In
locations that use floor control valves the inspector test valve may be co -located.
Appropriate drainage shall be provided.
903.6.3 Alterations and Additions to E Occupancies.
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Add new subsection 903.6.3 to read:
903.6.3 Alterations and additions to E occupancies An approved automatic
fire suppression system must be installed in E Occupancies in accordance with
Section 903.2.3 whenever alterations or additions are made to an existing structure
containing E Occupancy.
906.1 Where Required.
Amend by deleting the exception from number 1.
907.1.2 Construction Documents.
Amend by adding new items to the list to read:
14. System riser diagram.
15 Fire system designer stamp signature and date.
907.2.1 Group A.
Delete the exception and replace with:
Exception: A manual fire alarm system shall be installed in Group A-2
occupancies with an occupant load of 100 or more.
907.2.2 Grow) B.
Amend by deleting the exception.
907.2.3 Group E.
Amend by adding a second paragraph to read:
Rooms used for sleeping or napping purposes within a day care use of Group E
Occupancies must be provided with smoke detectors that comply with Section
907.2.11.2 and by deleting exception 3.
907.2.4 Group F.
Amend by deleting the exception
907.2.6.1 Group I-1.
Amend by deleting exception 1.
907.2.7 Group M.
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Amend by deleting exception 2.
907.2.8.1 Manual Fire Alarm System.
Amend by deleting exception 2.
907.2.9.1 Manual Fire Alarm System.
Amend by deleting exception 2.
907.2.10.1 Manual Fire Alarm System.
Amend by deleting exception 2.
907 2.11 Single- and Multi -Station Smoke Alarms.
Amend by adding a second paragraph to read:
907.2.11.
907.8 Acceptance Test and Completion.
Amend by adding a second paragraph to read:
A Kenai Code Official must witness the acceptance test, and a copy of the
acceptance test certificate must be forwarded to the Kenai Fire Marshal by the firm
conducting the test within 30 days of the completion of the installation.
908.7 Carbon Monoxide Detectors.
Add a new subsection 908.7 to read:
908.7 Carbon monoxide detectors. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed
on each floor level of group I-1 I-2 and R occupancies Where there are sleeping rooms
Exception• Carbon monoxide detectors and alarms are not required in dwelling
units and structures that have no combustion appliances, attached garages, other
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In new construction all carbon monoxide detectors and alarms located within a
single dwelling unit shall be interconnected in such a manner that actuation of one
alarm shall activate all of the alarms within the individual dwelling unit.
In new construction carbon monoxide detectors and alarms shall receive their
primary power from the building wiring if the wiring is served from a commercial
In existing construction carbon monoxide detectors and alarms may be powered by
battery or a cord -and -plug with battery backup.
Carbon Monoxide detectors shall have an alarm and be installed and
maintained according to manufacturer's instructions.
The landlord shall provide smoke and carbon monoxide detection devices. It is
the responsibility of the tenant to maintain the devices.
908.8 Power Source.
Add a new subsection 908.8 to read:
908.8 Power source In new construction the required carbon monoxide
detectors shall receive their primary power from the building wiring system, and when
primary power is interrupted shall receive power from a battery. Wiring shall be
permanent and without a disconnecting switch other than those required for over
alterations repairs or additions that do not result in the removal of the interior wall
or ceiling finishes exposing the structure.
908.8.1 Interconnection.
Add a new subsection 908.8. lto read:
908.8.1 Interconnection. In new construction all carbon monoxide detectors
individual dwelling unit.
909.18 Acceptance Tests.
Amend by adding a new sentence to read:
the installation.
910.1 General.
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Amend by deleting exception 2.
912.2.1 Visible Location.
Delete and replace with:
1007.3 Stairways.
Amend by deleting exceptions 1-7.
1009.1 Stairways.
Amend by adding a new exception to read:
5 Stairs or ladders used only to attend equipment are exempt from the
requirements of this section.
1009.6.2 Outdoor Conditions.
Amend by adding the phrase "snow or ice" after the word "water."
1010.7.2 Outdoor Conditions.
Amend by adding the phrase "snow or ice" after the word "water."
Table 1018.1 Corridor Fire -Resistance Rating.
Amend by adding a note (d) to read:
(d) R-2 occupancies shall be permitted to have a one-hour rated corridor.
"Without Sprinkler System" column.
1019.1 General.
Amend by adding a new sentence at the end of the section to read:
Exterior exit balconies shall be designed to minimize accumulation of snow or
ice that impedes the means of egress.
1021.2 Single Exits.
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Amend by adding a second paragraph to read:
Basements or the first level below the first story in all occupancies, except
Group R-3, used exclusively for the service of the building may have access to only one
exit Any other use of the basement or first level below the first story must have at
not be considered as providing service to the building.
1029.1 General.
Amend by deleting exceptions 1 2 3, 4, and 7.
1102.1 Definitions.
Amend by deleting the phrase "with an overall length greater than 39 feet
(11,887 mm) and an overall exterior fuselage width greater than 6.6 feet (2,012 mm)"
in the first sentence of the definition of "Airport."
1103.S Dispensing of Flammable and Combustible Liquids.
Delete the last sentence and replace with:
Aircraft motor vehicle fuel -dispensing stations shall be in accordance with
Chapter 22 and N.F.P.A. 407.
1105.8 Reporting Use.
Delete subsection 1105.8.
1106.3 Construction of Aircraft -Fueling Vehicles and Accessories.
Amend by adding an exception at the end of this subsection to read:
Exception: A vehicle or trailer tank with a capacity of 250 gallons or less may be
used for non-commercial refueling of private non-commercial aircraft if the following
requirements are met:
1 The tank is placarded with no smoking signs type of fuel contained in
the tank and the tank capacity;
2 The tank and all appurtenances used in the fueling operation are listed
and approved for the specific purposes; and
3 Electrical bonding is provided as required under Section 1106.3.7.
2206 2 3 Above Ground Tanks Located Outside, Above Grade.
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Amend by adding a new item 5 to read:
5 Approved above ground atmospheric tanks may be used without a
special enclosure or fire rating if the following criteria are met:
a Tanks must be located as required for "other tanks" by Table 2206.2.3;
and,
b Tanks must be enclosed by a six-foot high industrial type chain link
fence with a minimum of two access gates located at opposite sides of the enclosure.
Each gate must be at least at least 36 inches wide There must be a minimum working
distance of five feet between the tank and the fence.
2206.7.7.1 Leak Detection.
Amend by adding an exception to read:
Exception: A leak detection device is not required if the underground piping is
an extra heavy steel wall with all welded joints dielectric coating, and cathodic
protection.
2211 2 3 Drainaae and Disposal of Liquids and Oil -Soaked Waste.
Amend by adding a sentence at the end of the first paragraph to read:
Table 2306.2 General Fire Protection and Life Safety Requirements.
Fire Extinguishing System" from "not required" to "Yes."
2701.6 Facility Closure.
Delete and replace with:
CHAPTER 33 EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS.
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Delete this chanter. Refer to KMC chanter 8.20 Fireworks Control.
3404.3.5.1 Basement Storage.
Delete this subsection.
3501.3 Plan review.
Add a new subsection 3501.3 to read:
3501.3 Plan Review. Where a single container is over 500 -gallon (1,892.7 Ll
water capacity or the aggregate capacity of containers is over 500 -gallon (1.8927 L)
water capacity, the installer shall submit plans for review by the fire marshal before
installation.
Chapter 47 REFERENCED STANDARDS.
Change the referenced National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards
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2001-12 Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Svstems .............Table 901.6.1 904.10
Appendix of the I.F.C.
Amend the appendix by adding a new APPENDIX K to read:
APPENDIX K FIRE STATUS REPORTING
adopted and amended to the 2009 International Fire Code as listed below.
Exemption: Industrial occupancies with an approved fire system preventive
maintenance program.
See below for contact information.
K102 (Status 11 Systems Out of Service or Major Deficiencies: The fire service
company shall immediately contact the Fire Marshal Office if the system cannot be
returned to service. On a weekend or after hours contact the Fire Marshal Office on
the first business day. Written notification shall be faxed to the Fire Marshal Office
within 24 hours Notification may be made by email.
K102.1 Corrective Action Time: Status 1 reports shall be repaired immediately.
X102 1 1 For example but not limited to:
K102.1.1.1 Fire Sprinkler or Water Based Systems:
1. Non -working flow/pressure switches.
2. Damage to fire department connections.
3. No water to system.
4. Frozen or otherwise damaged system.
K102.1.1.2 Fire Pumps:
1. Non -working fire pumps.
2. Fire pump controls not work or malfunctioning.
K102.1.1.3 Fire Alarm Systems (Detection and Alarm).
1. Non -working fire alarm panel.
2. Malfunctioning fire alarm panel.
3. Audio and visual devices not working entire NAC lo(
4. Detection not working entire detection loop.
5. Loss of programming.
K102.1.1.4 Kitchen Hood Fire Systems:
1. System cylinder is not charged or leaking.
2. Appliance not properly covered due to real
3. Plugged discharge nozzles.
4. Automatic detection not functional.
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5. Gas or electric not shutting down.
K102.1.1.5 Clean Agent or Special Hazard System:
1. System cylinder is not charged or leaking.
2. Releasing panel not functional.
K103 IStatus 21 Systems:
K103 (Status 2) Systems that have critical deficiency reports shall be provided to the
Fire Marshal Office within 14 days.
K103.1 Corrective Action Time: Status 2 systems shall be repaired within 14 days.
K103 1 1 For example Ibut not limited to):
K103 1 1.1 Fire Sprinkler or Water Based System:
1. Five or more painted sprinkler heads in a concentrated area or more than 10 in
a facility.
2. Change of use that will affect the performance of the sprinkler system.
3. Low water pressure.
4. Any other maior problem that will affect the performance.
5. No monitoring on required systems.
K103.1.1.2 Fire Pumps:
1. Low fuel
2. Pump packing leaking beyond specifications.
3. Fire pump room below 40 degrees.
4. Fire pump not meeting its rated discharge pressure or GPM flow over a 10%
difference.
5. Any other maior problem that will affect the performance.
K103.1.1.3 Fire Alarm Systems (Detection and Alarm) -
1 .
larm):1. Batteries overdue for replacement.
2. No monitoring on required system.
3. Audio and visual devices not working — up to 3 devices over 3 devices status 1.
4. Detection not working — up to 3 devices over 3 devices status 1.
5. Any other maior problem that will affect the performance.
K103.1.1.4 Kitchen Hood Fire Systems:
1. Hood and ducts with heavy grease buildup.
2. Any other maior problems that will affect the performance.
K104 (Status 3)• Minor deficiency reports shall be provided to the Fire Marshal's
Office within 30 days These deficiencies will not affect the performance of the system.
K104.1 Corrective Action Time: Status 3 systems shall be repaired within 30 days.
K105 (Status 41• System with no deficiencies shall be reported to the Fire Marshal's
Office within 30 days.
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K105.1 System service reports shall have the following information on them:
1. Inspection company name shall be printed on all reports with address and
phone number.
2. Inspector's first and last name shall be printed with State of Alaska fire systems
permit number.
3. Inspector's phone number: office and cell if available.
4. Deficiencies shall be typed or legibly hand written and shall be printed text Ino
cursive/lona hand handwriting) Reports will be written with a minimum line
snacing of a 3 / 8 inch per line.
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All reports shall have the building contact person's name with pnone numoer
on the front vage.
Only white and yellow copies will be accepted for reports submitted.
Deficiency write ups must include the code citation that is in violation and a
description of the problem.
Items having minor deficiencies shall be mailed within 30 days to:
The Kenai Fire Marshal Office
105 South Willow Street Kenai AK 99611 ---907-283-7666---907-283-8171 FAX
Systems out of service and those with maior deficiencies shall have a report
faxed and mailed immediately within 1 day to the address above.
Section 3. Severability: If any part or provision of this ordinance or application
thereof to any person or circumstances is adjudged invalid by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such judgment shall be confined in its operation to the part, provision, or
application directly involved in all controversy in which this judgment shall have been
rendered, and shall not affect or impair the validity of the remainder of this title or
application thereof to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby
declares that it would have enacted the remainder of this ordinance even without such
part, provision, or application.
Section 4. Effective Date: Pursuant to KMC 1.15.070(f , this ordinance shall take
effect one month after adoption.
PASSED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA, this 2nd day of
January, 2013.
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PAT PORTER, MAYOR
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ATTEST:
S dr Modigh,emc
City Clerk
Introduced: December 19, 2012
Adopted: January 2, 2013
Effective: February 2, 2013
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Memorandum
"Villaye with a Past, C# with a Future"
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794
Telephone: 907-283-7535 / Fax: 907-283-3014
w .ukenai.ak.us ll III,l
1992
(� To: City Council
(�/ \ Through: Rick Koch, City Manager /
I From: Larry Floyd, Building Official
Date: December 11, 2012 Y�JJJ
Re: 2009 International Fire Code Adoption
The City of Kenai has historically adopted the latest edition of the International Fire Code
as the standard for fire resistive construction and fire prevention in the City. The City has
a deferral agreement with the State of Alaska which requires the City of Kenai to adopt
and enforce code standards no less stringent than those enforced by the State. The State of
Alaska adopted the 2009 International Fire Code in November of this year.
I therefore recommend the adoption of the 2009 International Fire Code as amended by the
State of Alaska in order to comply with our deferral agreement and to consistently enforce
the code standards in effect throughout the State.