UFC 3-600-01
26 September 2006
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
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SCOPE.
This UFC establishes fire protection engineering policy and criteria for
Department of Defense (DOD) components. The provisions of this UFC are
applicable to all new and existing DOD facilities located on or outside of DOD
installations, whether acquired or leased, by appropriated or non-appropriated
funds, or third party financed and constructed. Facilities covered by this
document include all types of buildings and their contents, structures, whether
considered temporary or permanent, mobile and stationary equipment, waterfront
facilities, outside storage, and shore protection for ships and aircraft. Matters
relating to fire department operations, staffing, and equipment are not covered by
this UFC.
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PURPOSE
The purpose of this UFC is to establish minimum protection requirements for
DOD facilities. These criteria are based on commercial requirements set forth by
national insurance underwriters and may exceed minimum national code
requirements. The requirements in this UFC reflect the need for the protection of
life, mission, and property (building or contents) while taking into account the
costs of implementing the criterion and risks associated with the facility. These
criteria have been established in the best interest of DOD.
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Document Development
This document is intended to be used as a basis for the development of detailed
design documents (including scope, basis of design, technical requirements,
plans, drawings, specifications, cost estimates, request for proposals, and
invitations for bids) used for the procurement of facilities, facility similar
equipment, and other shore/land based infrastructure systems. It must be used
as a reference document and requirement in the procurement of architectural
and engineering services (A&E) and other consulting services to prepare detailed
design documents including those for design/build projects. It is not intended to
be used in lieu of detailed design documents in the procurement of facility
construction.
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CRITERIA
This UFC implements the following public laws:
a. UNITED STATES CODE
USC Title 10, Section 1794
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