UFC 4-740-06
12 January 2006
door open, which release when the fire evacuation signal sounds. Install swinging
doors that swing in opposite directions.
3-5.3.4.3
Install magnetic latches to hold open other doors in the two-hour area
separation wall that release when the fire evacuation signal sounds.
3-5.3.4.4
Seal and fire stop all penetrations of the two-hour separation wall for
conduit, piping, HVAC and electric service to maintain the fire rating of the wall.
3-5.3.5
Emergency Lighting.
Provide emergency lighting in all areas required by NFPA 101 and at the front desk
area for desk attendant to make emergency calls and carry out other duties necessary
for the safety and security of the children. Whenever possible, incorporate the
emergency lighting into the normally provided lighting fixtures.
3-5.3.6
Flammability Codes and Standards.
Use textiles and upholstered components complying with the applicable interior finish
requirements stated in NFPA 101 and other applicable local, state, or federal standards.
In addition, comply with the following:
a. Use carpets tested for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and that bear
a green label from the Carpet and Rug Institute indicating that the carpet
emissions are within the acceptable range and
b. Use products containing less than 0.05 parts per million (ppm) of
formaldehyde. Any product purchased with formaldehyde levels above
0.05 ppm must bear a label in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1048.
3-5.3.7
Fire Hydrants.
Provide at least one fire hydrant within 45 m (150 ft.) of the building's fire department
connection.
3-5.3.8
Fire Separation.
3-5.3.8.1
Provide one-hour fire-rated construction to separate the multipurpose
room from the building core areas.
3-5.3.8.2
Provide a one-hour fire-resistive barrier around the laundry room, if
provided, and at least a 45-minute fire-rated door.
3-5.3.8.3
Other fire separations are not required in a typical one-story Youth Center
fully protected with an automatic sprinkler system. Additionally, smoke barriers are not
required if direct exits are provided from each room normally occupied by children (see
paragraph 3-5.3.2).
3-5.3.9
Fire Extinguisher Cabinets.
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