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BUILDING CODE PRESENTATION
June 3, 2015
Wendy Morrison, AScT, BCQ
GHL CONSULTANTS LTDFire Science and Engineering
950 – 409 Granville StreetVancouver, BC V6C 1T2
Phone 604 689 4449Fax 604 689 4419
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Copyright and Limitations
This presentation is conceptual and for educationalpurposes only. GHL takes no responsibility for application ofany concepts or interpretations in this presentation tospecific projects unless specifically retained for that project.
This presentation is intended to be presented by GHL andthese slides must not be considered complete orexhaustive.
This presentation is a copyright of GHL Consultants Ltd andall rights are reserved.
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GHL’s Role
To know and understand the Code.
To know and understand the fire science behind theCode.
To assist in correct application of the Code.
To develop new solutions based on fire science toenable creative safe buildings.
To understand the needs of the client and of theAuthorities and first responders.
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GHL Team
7 Engineers, 4 with Master’s degrees in fire science.
4 Certified Professionals (CPs).
1 Architect.
2 former Building Officials.
3 Building Code Qualified (BCQ).
1 Architectural Technologist.
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Building Code Committee Work
CP Committee (David Graham)
APEG Building Code Committee (John Buscemi)
BC Appeal Board (Frankie Victor)
City Vancouver Appeal Board (Teddy Lai)
BC Building Code Interpretation Committee (Teddy Lai)
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What is a Building Code?
It is a consensus document:
It regulates construction of buildings. Traditionally written by NRCC. The province adopts it on the public’s behalf. Code measures are public interest decisions. VBBL 2014 based on BCBC 2012.
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Code Approach To Risks
Buildings are subject to risks: Code compliance ≠ no risk. Code compliance = risks at
acceptable level.
Failure will occur: Limit it to an acceptable level.
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Objective Based Code
2006 and 2012 Codes are objective‐based rather than prescriptivebased ‐ a fundamental change from previous editions.
Prescriptive
Code says how you must do it. Exception is an equivalency.
Objective
Establishes function and objectives. Prescriptive requirement is only 1 option (acceptable solution). An alternative solution may be proposed provided it satisfies the
level of performance attributed to the acceptable solution.8
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Alternative Solutions
Article 1.2.1.1
Compliance with the Code shall be achieved by:a) Complying with the applicable acceptable solutions in
Division B;OR
b) Using alternative solutions that will achieve at least theminimum level of performance required by Division B inthe areas defined by the objectives and functionalstatements attributed to the applicable acceptablesolutions.
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Acceptable Solutions
DIVISION A, PART 1, SUBSECTION 1.1.1. APPLICATION OF THIS CODE
Article 1.1.1.1. Application of this Code1) This Code applies to any one or more of the following:
o) the alteration, rehabilitation and change of occupancy of heritage buildings. 5) The Alternate Compliance Methods for Heritage Buildings in Table A‐1.1.1.2.(1) in
Appendix A may be substituted for requirements contained elsewhere in this Code.
Article 1.1.1.2. Application to Existing Buildings1) Where a building is altered, rehabilitated, renovated or repaired, or there is a
change in occupancy, the level of life safety and building performance shall not be decreased below a level that already exists. (See Appendix A.)
Appendix A, Article 1.1.1.2. Application of this CodeThe use of the Alternate Compliance Methods in Table A‐1.1.1.2.(1) is not mandatory, and an owner may choose:• to apply acceptable solutions in Division B,• to apply alternate solutions under Clause 1.2.1.1.( 1)(b), • to apply alternate compliance methods in Table A‐1.1.1.2., or • to combine these options. 10
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Acceptable Solutions
Table A‐1.1.1.2.(1)Alternate Compliance Methods for Heritage Buildings
No. Code Requirement in Division B Alternate Compliance Method1 Fire Separations
Sentence 3.1.3.1.(1) and Table 3.1.3.1. of Division B, Subsection 9.10.9. of Division B2 h fire separation required between some major occupancies.
Except for F1 occupancies, 1 h fire separation is acceptable, provided the building is sprinklered.
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Part 9
Small buildings:
≤ 3 storeys in height ≤ 600m² building areabuilding area = greatest horizontal area above grade, e.g. footprint or shadow cast.
Excludes assembly (Group A), care/treatment/detention (Group B), high hazard industrial (Group F‐1) occupancies.
Generally unsprinklered by Code.
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Part 3
> 600m² building area and/or 3 storeys in building height.
All occupancies including assembly (Group A) and care/treatment/detention (Group B).
Generally, sprinkler systems required by Code.
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Occupancies (3.1.2, 3.1.3)
GROUP A Assembly Division 1 = theatreDivision 2 = restaurant, pub, daycare, yoga/fitness studioDivision 3 = arena
GROUP B Care/Detention Division 1 = jailDivision 2 = hospitalDivision 3 = care facility
GROUP C Residential = dwelling, hotelGROUP D Business and Personal Service = office, doctor/dentist, barber,
bank, yoga/ fitness studioGROUP E Mercantile/Retail = stores, shops, showroomsGROUP F Industrial
Division 1 = HeavyDivision 2 = MediumDivision 3 = Light
See descriptions at Division B, A‐3.1.2.1.(1)14
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Major Occupancy vs Suite
Occupancy based on type ‐ Group A, B, C, D, etc. Occupancy may include multiple suites of same
type. Occupancies must be separated per Article 3.1.3.1. Occupancy fire separations will vary ‐ 0h to 2h fire. Suite separations will apply in addition to occupancy
separations.
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Major Occupancy vs Suite
Suite based on tenancy. Within one suite, may be various ancillary
occupancies. Ancillary occupancies must be under the care and
control of the same tenant.[e.g. gift shop in hospital; amenity room in residential; Starbucks in Chapters ‐‐ See Appendix A, A‐1.4.1.2.(1) Suite].
Suite fire separations per Article 3.3.1.1.
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Ancillary Occupancies
Office
Office
Office
Office
Office
Office
Office
Fitness
OfficeMidas Muffler
Hotel Suites
Hotel Suites
Hotel Suites
Lounge Pool Spa17
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Occupancy Prohibitions
ApartmentC
Auto Body Shop
F1
Nightclub
A2
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TOPICS
Part A BCBC 2012: Overview of Relevant / Key Changes to Division B, Part 3, BCBC 2006 and and Subsequent Revisions to BCBC 2012
Part B BCBC 2012: Select issues from Section 3.8 "Building Requirements for Persons with Disabilities"
Part C BCBC 2012: Provisions for Combustible Interior Finish
Part D Summary
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ERRATA ANDREVISIONS
http://www.bccodes.ca/default.aspx?vid=QPLEGALEZE:bccodes_2012_view
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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ERRATA ANDREVISIONS
http://www.bccodes.ca/errata‐and‐revisions.aspx?vid=QPLEGALEZE:bccodes_2012_view
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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DEFINITIONS IN DIVISION A, SENTENCE 1.4.1.2.(1)
Distillery / Distilled Beverage Alcohol
process plant where distilled beverage alcohols are produced, concentrated, or processed with facilities where concentrated products are blended, mixed, stored or packaged.
beverage alcohol is produced by fermentation and contains more than 20% by volume of water‐miscible alcohol.
These definitions were added to clarify that breweries and wineries are not high hazard industrial occupancies.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Fire Block
a material, component or system that restricts the spread of fire (within a concealed space or from a concealed space to an adjacent space).
Fire blocks are typically provided to isolate concealed spaces.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Fire Stop
a system consisting of elements used to fill gaps between fire separations, between fire separations and other assemblies, or at penetrations of fire separations.
Fire stops typically provided at penetrations.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Article 3.1.2.6 ‐ Group A Division 2, Low Occupant Load
Assembly occupancy suite with occupant load less than 30 can be considered Group D use.
Unsprinklered building = 1h fire separation from remainder of building.
Sprinklered building = 0h fire separation.
Impact on approach to calculating occupant load and number of water closets required – e.g. coffee shop, yoga studio.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Anticipated change in next edition of BCBC.
Based on accepted change to NBC 2015 (not yet adopted) to address current interpretation of Article 3.1.5.12.(7) –Factory Assembled Panels with Foamed Plastic Insulation.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3
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Article 3.1.5.12.(7) ‐ use of factory assembled non‐loadbearing interior wall or ceiling panels containing foamed plastic insulation
Prohibits use of panels in noncombustible buildings with Group A‐2, B, or C major occupancy.
Effectively bans use of walk in cooler and freezer if AHJ interprets these to be building components rather than fixtures.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3
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A. BCBC 2012: Part 3
Wording of change to NBC 2015 – testing of fixture to specificstandard necessary
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Article 3.1.7.1.
Sentences 3 and 4 added.
Addresses confusion with openings when fire resistance rating provided through membrane only and reliance on Appendix D.
Use of 2 specific rated assemblies from Part 9 table A‐9.10.3.1.B permitted – assembly consists of membrane and supporting members.
Penetrations to be addressed as per Subsection 3.1.9.
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Table A‐9.10.3.1.B
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Table 3.1.13.7 – Combustible Interior Finish in High Buildings
Added provisions for Elevator Vestibules (when vestibules are required by the Code – e.g. multi‐storey interconnected floor spaces 3.2.8.5.).
New provisions for flame spread rating and smoke developed classification limits within elevator cars – e.g. FSR 75/SDC 450 at walls and ceilings; FSR 300/SDC 450 at floors.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Sentence ‐ 3.2.4.9.(2) – Fire Alarm Annunciator and Zone Identification
Added separate zone requirement for fire extinguishing system required by NFPA 96 (commercial kitchens).
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Sentence 3.2.4.17.(1) – Manual Pull Stations
Clarifies that pull stations required at exits only not at every door that leads to the exterior from a floor area.
Clause (e) "every other egress facility that has been designed and identified as an exit and has all the features of a required exit"
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Sentence 3.3.1.5.(2) – Egress Doorways
When 2 egress doorways are required to serve a room or suite (e.g. Group D suite >200m2) the egress doors must be separated by a distance = at least 1/3 of the greatest diagonal of the room or suite.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Sentence 3.3.1.5.(2) – Egress Doorways
The distance between egress doors is to be measured on a path that smoke would move
Fire separations (floor to underside of floor slab above) can be used to increase this distance.
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Sentence 3.3.1.5.(2) – Egress Doorways
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Requirement for exit doors to be separated by a distance of at least 1/2 the greatest diagonal of the floor area (min 9m) remains – Article 3.4.2.3
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3
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Alternately max distance between exits 9m if public corridor provided – Article 3.4.2.3
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Article 3.3.2.16 – Daycare Facilities
Confirms that daycare facilities are assembly occupancy, Group A, Division 2, and not Group B treatment or care occupancy.
Provides specific building or suite design criteria if daycare facility accommodates children under the age of 30 months.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Subsection 3.3.6 ‐ Design of Hazardous Areas
BCBC now includes provisions for floor areas used for the storage, handling, use, and processing of dangerous goods, including flammable and combustible liquids.
Relies on Fire Code to determine classification of substances to apply provisions in Subsection 3.3.6.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Article 3.4.3.4 – Headroom Clearance
Minimum headroom in exits reduced to 2050mm from 2100mm.
Measured from the tread surface or landing nosing to closest point above.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Subsection 3.4.5 – Exit Signs
Green Running Man now the Code requirement.
Provisions for photo luminescent signs.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Subsection 3.4.5 – Exit Signs
In existing buildings, use of red signs typically recommended to maintain continuity throughout building
If the proposed scope of work is such that it is practical to replace all exit signs within a building, upgrade to green signs may be requested by AHJ.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Sentence 3.4.6.3.(3) – Landing may not be required at exterior stair
Landing not required at the bottom of an exterior stair or ramp when there is no gate, door, or fixed obstruction within 1100mm or a distance equal to the width of the stair or ramp.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Sentence 3.4.6.5.(7) – Handrails
Height of handrails may be more than 965mm at landings; maximum height at landings 1070mm
This change allows for better detailing of continuous handrails landings between flights.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Sentence 3.4.6.5.(7)Handrails
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Subsection 3.7.2 – Plumbing Facilities
Waterless Urinals permitted in buildings with a water supply – Sentence 3.7.2.1.(2).
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Subsection 3.7.2 – Plumbing Facilities
Sentence 3.7.2.2.(4) ONLY applies if design includes 1 universal toilet room
If multiple universal toilet rooms provided, Sentence (4) is not applicable.
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Occupant Load = 100
1 Universal Toilet Room = 10 occupants90 occupants divided – 45 male, 45 femaleGroup A‐2 = 1 male WC and 2 female WCsTotal fixtures = 4
2 Universal Toilet Rooms100 occupants divided – 50 male, 50 femaleGroup A‐2 = 1 male WC and 2 female WCsTotal fixtures = 3
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Subsection 3.7.2 – Plumbing Facilities
Sentences 3.7.2.10.(10) (11) Accessible Baths and Showers include changes to grab bar design
Among other changes, now specifically refer to “L‐shaped” grab bars.
A. BCBC 2012: Part 3 Changes
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Article 3.8.3.18 – Counters
Clarifies that accessible design only required at counters which serve the public and are intended as a work surface for extended business transactions.
e.g. Insurance agencies, hospital admitting desks.
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Province of BC has an Appeal Process: appeal board meets monthly; applications must be submitted 1 month prior to meeting.
Previous Appeals and decisions are available on line. Search by Code reference or topic keyword.
http://www.housing.gov.bc.ca/bcab/
A. BCBC 2012: Resources
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BC Building Code Interpretation Committee: members from AIBC, Building Officials Association of BC; Plumbing Officials Association of BC, City of Vancouver, and APEGmeet monthly to review and provide written interpretations to clarify Code.
Application information and previous decisions can be found by indexes on BOABC website under Codes & Regulations tab.
http://www.boabc.org/EN/main/about/120/121/interpretations.html
A. BCBC 2012: Resources
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GHL Website.
Library Tab: presentations, technical, illustrations, newsletter
Topic specific information
Links to other sites.
http://www.ghl.ca/library.html
A. BCBC 2012: Resources
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B. BCBC 2012: Disabled Access
Article 3.8.2.1 ‐ Subsection 3.8.2:
Applies to new buildings
Applies to all storeys of new construction and new construction portions (additions).
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B. BCBC 2012: Disabled Access
Article 3.8.2.1 ‐ Subsection 3.8.2 ‐ Exemptions:
Subsection 3.8.2 does not need to be applied to Retail shops with retail floor area <50m2.
Subsection 3.8.2 does not need to be applied to Group C occupancies except as described in Article 3.8.2.27.
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Article 3.8.2.1 ‐ Subsection 3.8.2 not applicable at storeys above or below accessible storey in 2 storey building or suite, if:
exempt storey <600m2.
exempt storey does not include facilities integral to the principal function of the accessible storey.
exempt storey does not contain an assembly occupancy >100m2.
B. BCBC 2012: Disabled Access
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Sentence 3.8.2.3.(1) ‐ General requirements for all applicable buildings:
Access from street (and off street parking) to main entrance.
Access to all areas where work functions can reasonably be expected to be performed by persons with disabilities.
B. BCBC 2012: Disabled Access
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Sentence 3.8.2.3.(1) ‐ General requirements for all applicable buildings:
Access to accessible washrooms.
In unsprinklered buildings, egress per Article 3.8.3.19 options include: at‐grade exit ramps. floor area divided into 2 zones. residential balcony.
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Sentence 3.8.2.3.(2) ‐ General requirements for all applicable buildings:
At least one Universal Toilet Room in each building (if location of UTR such that not available to all suites; provide UTR to serve cut‐off suites).
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Sentence 3.8.2.3.(2) ‐ General requirements for all applicable buildings:
If building or suite occupant load >150, other public washrooms within building or suite to include at least 1 of each type of fixture provided designed to be accessible.
e.g. sink, toilet, urinal, hand dryer, mirror, etc.
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Apply use and occupancy specific requirements per Articles 3.8.2.4 through 3.8.2.39.
In some cases, use and occupancy specific requirements waive general requirements in Article 3.8.2.3.
Example – see Article 3.8.2.17 Schools and Colleges (Sentence 3.8.2.3.(1) waived).
Example – see Article 3.8.2.24 Jails (accessibility waived except at main entry and visitor areas).
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High building / sprinklered.
Determine what is permitted.
Determine what flame spread ratings are required.
C. BCBC 2012: Combustible Interior Finish
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Heavy Timber = COMBUSTIBLE.
Fire Retardant Treated Wood = COMBUSTIBLE.
Wood generally flame spread rating (FSR) 150.
Fire Retardant Treated Wood generally FSR 25.
Fire Retardant Treated Wood CAN/CSA‐080(see Article 3.1.4.5).
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Combustible construction – Subsection 3.1.4
Combustible interior wall and ceiling finish permitted.
No restrictions on thickness or percentage.
Foamed plastic to be protected (see Article 3.1.4.2).
Flame spread ratings per Subsection 3.1.13.
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Noncombustible construction – Subsection 3.1.5
Combustible blocking and nailing elements OK.
Combustible millwork OK (described in Article 3.1.5.7).
Combustible flooring OK.
Combustible raised flooring OK (described in Article 3.1.5.8).
Flame spread ratings per Subsection 3.1.13.
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Noncombustible construction – Subsection 3.1.5
Combustible interior wall and ceiling finish OK.
Cannot exceed 25mm thickness.
Cannot exceed FSR 150 at walls (see Sentence 3.1.5.10.(2)).
Cannot exceed FSR 25 at ceilings (see Sentence 3.1.5.10.(3)).
Further flame spread ratings per Subsection 3.1.13.
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Interior Finish – Subsection 3.1.13
Defined as any material that forms part of the interiorsurface of a floor, wall, partition, or ceiling
Doors.
Windows.
Trim.
Lighting elements at ceiling finish (light diffusers / lenses; may apply to fixtures if flush with ceiling).
Carpet intended as the finished floor.
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Flame Spread Ratings – Subsection 3.1.12
FSR determined per testing to CAN/ULC‐S102.
FSR determined per Appendix D listings (see D‐3.1).
Paint/wallpaper over wood = FSR 150.
Paint/wallpaper over gwb = FSR 25.
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Flame Spread Ratings – Subsection 3.1.13
Sprinklered Buildings:
Walls = FSR 150.
Ceilings = FSR 150.Sentence 3.1.5.10.(3) at noncombustible construction.
Light Diffusers = FSR 250.(when tested as described in Article 3.1.13.4)
Group A‐1 Light Diffusers = FSR 150.
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Flame Spread Ratings – Subsection 3.1.13
Unsprinklered Buildings:
Walls = FSR 150.Group A‐1 and Group B walls = FSR 75.
Ceilings = FSR 150.Group A‐1 and Group B ceilings = FSR 75.Sentence 3.1.5.10.(3) at noncombustible construction.
Light Diffusers = FSR 250.(when tested as described in Article 3.1.13.4)
Group A‐1 Light Diffusers = FSR 75.
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Flame Spread Ratings – Subsection 3.1.13All Buildings: Exits = FSR 25.
Up to 10% of wall or ceiling area may be FSR 150. Exit lobbies = FSR 25.
Up to 10% of ceiling area may be FSR 150.Up to 25% of wall area may be FSR 150.
Doors = FSR 200 .Group A‐1 doors = FSR 150.Doors within dwelling units N/A.
Bathrooms in dwelling units = FSR 200.
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Article 3.1.13.7 – High Buildings
Sprinklered Building:
Applies only at Group B major occupancy.
Applies in Elevator Cars.
Limits FSR of floor surface.
Adds Smoke Developed Classification to wall, ceiling, floor finish (testing to CAN/ULC‐S102).
See Table 3.1.13.7.
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Article 3.1.13.7 – High Buildings
Unsprinklered Building:
Applies to buildings under Subsection 3.2.6.
Limits interior finish ratings at walls, ceilings, floors, elevator cars, and elevator vestibules
Adds Smoke Developed Classification through testing to CAN/ULC‐S102.
See Table 3.1.13.7
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D. Summary - BCBC
Maintain Code with updates – revisions and errata –to stay abreast with Code changes as they occur.
Province plans to issue updates annually ‐ December 20 of every year.
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D. Summary - BCBC
Use available resources in support of your interpretation of the Code.
Request a formal interpretation of a disputed code item.
BC Building Code Interpretation Committee –interpretations not binding, may not be accepted by AHJ.
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A previous BC Appeal Board decision which addresses your dispute will generally be accepted; Appeals are binding.
Request a formal Appeal of code dispute with an AHJ
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Accessibility to be provided to new construction as described in Subsection 3.8.2 – may be waived depending on size and occupancy.
Accessible design criteria as described in Subsection 3.8.3.
Additional requirements found in Sentences 3.3.1.13.(10) for doors and 3.3.1.13.(12) for vestibules.
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