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Per NFPA 415 (Section 4.5.1.3) “Passenger-handling areas shall be classified as Ordinary Hazard Group 1 Occupancy, as defined in NFPA 13, for the purpose of sprinkler system design.”
Is there a guideline to what areas in an airport are “Passenger-handling areas”? There isn't a formal definition in NFPA 415. Posted anonymously for discussion. Discuss This | Submit Your Question | Subscribe
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Randy
3/26/2020 09:48:25 am
Our local amendments classify 'passenger circulation areas' as OH1, which would be basically anywhere between the entrance and the gate that isn't retail or restroom.
Ronnie Morales
3/26/2020 10:20:32 am
Per NFPA Glossary of Terms 2018:
MIGUEL ANGEL D ADARIO
3/26/2020 04:53:58 pm
Beyond the water demand de OH1, in boarding areas the flow may also require 500 gpm for fire hydrants plus water spray system for glazing opening facing de ramp and aircraft loading walkways. Leave a Reply. |
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