Can an elevator hoistway connecting two adjacent stories be considered a "convenience opening" and avoid a fire resistance rating altogether based on NFPA 5000?
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Todd E Wyatt
7/5/2024 10:46:06 am
NFPA 5000 is an Occupancy Classification (OC) based Code. Chapters 1-15 & 32-56 include general requirements and “Chapters 15 through 31 and 33 through 34” include additional requirements and restrictions based on the OC(s) in the building and/or a special condition (e.g. High Rise Buildings). A “convenience Opening” (CO) may be permitted in (1) OC (e.g. New Business) but may not for another OC (Health Care).
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Jack G
7/5/2024 02:34:00 pm
Agree with Todd.
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Panos
7/6/2024 01:06:02 am
Thank you both for replying!
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