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National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471 Phone: 617-770-3000 • Fax: 617-770-0700 • www.nfpa.org

M E M O R A N D U M

TO: Technical Committee on Fundamentals of Fire Alarm and Signaling Systems FROM: Jenny Depew, Project Administrator DATE: November 17, 2016 SUBJECT: NFPA 72 First Draft Technical Committee FINAL Ballot Results (A2018)

According to the final ballot results, all ballot items received the necessary affirmative votes to pass ballot.

28 Members Eligible to Vote 1 Members Not Returned (Troyanski) 16 Members Voted Affirmative on All Revisions 5 Members Vote Affirmative w/ Comment on one or more Revisions (Decker, DiTaranto, Farr, Gauvin, Gruner)

6 Members Voted Negative on one or more Revisions (Berezowski, DiTaranto, Farr, Gauvin, McNamara, Mundy, Jr.)

0 Members Abstained on one or more Revisions

The attached report shows the number of affirmative, negative, and abstaining votes as well as the explanation of the vote for each revision.

To pass ballot, each revision requires: (1) a simple majority of those eligible to vote and (2) an affirmative vote of 2/3 of ballots returned. See Sections 3.3.4.3.(c) and 4.3.10.1 of the Regulations Governing the Development of NFPA Standards.

First Revision No. 1027-NFPA 72-2016 [ Detail ]

7.2.1

(11) Pathway diagrams between the control unit and the supervising station and shared communicationsequipment within the protected premises

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Submittal Date: Mon Jul 25 23:05:51 EDT 2016

Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

The Technical Committee removes the requirement to determine the pathway between theprotected premises and the supervising station as these are often changing.

ResponseMessage:

Public Input No. 514-NFPA 72-2016 [Section No. 7.2.1]

Ballot Results

This item has passed ballot

28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All

0 Affirmative with Comments

0 Negative with Comments

0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.

Berezowski, Andrew G.

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Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon

Kessler, Jr., Walter J.

Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack

Mundy, Jr., James M.

Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1004-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. 1.1.1 ]

1.1.1

NFPA 72 covers the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenanceof fire alarm systems, supervising station alarm systems, public emergency alarm reporting systems, fireand carbon monoxide detection and warning equipment, and emergency communications systems(ECS), and their components.




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Committee Statement

Committee Statement: This incorporates information formerly in NFPA 720.

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Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.


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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1003-NFPA 72-2016 [ New Section after 1.1.2 ]

1.1.3

For the purposes of carbon monoxide detection, this standard is primarily concerned with life safety, notproperty protection.




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Public Input No. 167-NFPA 72-2016 [New Section after 1.1.2]

Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.


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DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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1.2.1

The purpose of this Code is to define the means of signal initiation, transmission, notification, andannunciation; the levels of performance; and the reliability of the various types of fire alarm systems,supervising station alarm systems, public emergency alarm reporting systems, fire and carbon monoxidedetection and warning equipment, emergency communications systems, and their components.




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Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.


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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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1.3.1

Alarm systems shall be classified as follows:

(1) Fire alarm systems

(a) Household fire alarm systems

(b) Protected premises (local) fire alarm systems

(2) Carbon monoxide detection equipment and systems

(a) Single and multiple station carbon monoxide alarms

(b) Carbon monoxide detectors and their related systems and components

(3) Supervising station alarm systems

(a) Central station (service) alarm systems

(b) Remote supervising station alarm systems

(c) Proprietary supervising station alarm systems

(4) Public emergency alarm reporting systems

(a) Auxiliary alarm systems — local energy- type

(b) Auxiliary alarm systems — shunt- type

Supplemental Information

File Name Description

2019NFPA72_FR1007_DV.docx**Editorial Only** Numbered list done legislatively correct in word. For staff use




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Committee Statement

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This incorporates information formerly in NFPA 720. The Technical Committee revisies the codeto include the hyphen when “type” is included as part of the descriptive compound noun to tie thephrase together.

Revise “shunt type” and "energy type" to be hyphenated to link the descriptive compound nountogether.


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ResponseMessage:



Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.


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Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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1.3.2

Emergency communications systems shall be classified as follows:

(1) One-way emergency communications systems

(a) Distributed recipient mass notification systems

(b) In-building fire emergency voice/alarm communications systems

(c) In-building mass notification systems

(d) Wide- area mass notification systems

(2) Two-way emergency communications systems

(a) In-building emergency communications systems



2019NFPA72_FR1008_DV.docx**Editorial Only** The only change is the hyphen in "wide-area". For staff use




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CommitteeStatement:

The Technical Committee makes an editorial revision to align with the common usageelsewhere in the Code regarding hyphenating "wide-area."

ResponseMessage:


Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



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0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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1.3.5

The requirements of Chapters 7 , 10 , 12 , 14 , 17 , 18 , 21 , 23 , 24 , 26 , and 27 shallapply unless otherwise noted in the specific chapter. Chapter 29 is designed to stand alone unless itspecifically references an earlier chapter.




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Committee Statement

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The Technical Committee establishes a statement similar to the charging statement of NFPA101. This also allows for the deletion of a section in each chapter stating that every other chapterof the book applies.

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Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.


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Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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3.3.3 Accessible, Readily (Readily Accessible).

Capable of being reached quickly for operation, renewal, or inspections without requiring those to whomready access is requisite to take actions such as to use tools (other and keys), to climb over or under, toremove obstacles, or to resort to portable ladders, and so forth. [ 70: 100] (SIG-FUN)




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Committee Statement: The definition of readily accessible is extracted from Article 100 of NFPA 70.

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Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.


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Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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3.3.97* Energy Storage Systems.

Equipment that receives electrical energy and then provides a means to store that energy in some formfor later use in order to supply electrical energy when needed. The energy storage system utilizes thetechnologies defined in 3.3.97.1 through 3.3.97.4 .

3.3.97.1 Electrochemical Energy Storage System.

Consists of a secondary battery, electrochemical capacitor, flow battery, or hybrid battery-capacitorsystem that stores energy and any associated controls or devices that can provide electric energy upondemand.

3.3.97.2 Chemical Energy Storage System.

Consists of hydrogen storage, the hydrogen generator to supply the hydrogen for storage, and a fuelcell power system to provide electric energy upon demand.

3.3.97.3 Mechanical Energy Storage System.

Consists of a mechanical means to store energy such as through compressed air, pumped water or flywheel technologies, and associated controls and systems, which can be used to run an electricgenerator to provide electric energy upon demand.

3.3.97.4 Thermal Energy Storage System.

Consists of a system that uses heated fluids such as air as a means to store energy along withassociated controls and systems, which can be used to run an electric generator to provide electricalenergy upon demand.



2019NFPA72_FR1051_Annex_DV.docx This Annex material corresponds to the new definition.




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Committee Statement

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The Technical Committee defines what an energy storage system is and type of technology optionavailable to the industry. Definitions are from UL outline 9540 (a)-(d). The definition of the term“Energy storage system integrator” was not included as this term is not used in NFPA 72.

ResponseMessage:

Public Input No. 551-NFPA 72-2016 [New Section after 3.3]

Ballot Results


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28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

26 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.

Negative with Comment

Farr, Tommy L.


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Energy Storage Systems conflicts with the 2017 NEC article 706. If the intent is to relate ESS in NFAP-72 tothose addressed in the NEC, the definition needs to be the same. Or, by leaving this definition out of NFPA-72 willresult in the use of the definition in the NEC per NFPA-72 1.3.4. Then there would be no need for this definition inNFPA-72


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A.3.3.92 Electrochemical energy storage systems include uninterruptable power supplies(UPS).


Detail FR-1027

7.2.1*

Where documentation is required by the authority having jurisdiction, the following list shall represent theminimum documentation required for new fire alarm systems, supervising station and sharedcommunication equipment, and emergency communications systems, including new systems andadditions or alterations to existing systems:

(1)

(2) Riser diagram

(3) Floor plan layout showing locations of all devices, control equipment, and supervising station andshared communications equipment with each sheet showing the following:

(a) Point of compass (north arrow)

(b) A graphic representation of the scale used

(c) Room use identification

(d) Building features that will affect the placement of initiating devices and notification appliances

(4) Sequence of operation in either an input/output matrix or narrative form

(5) Equipment technical data sheets

(6) Manufacturers’ published instructions, including operation and maintenance instructions

(7) Battery capacity and de-rating (safety margin) calculations (where batteries are provided)

(8) Voltage drop calculations for notification appliance circuits

(9) Mounting height elevation for wall-mounted devices and appliances

(10) Where occupant notification is required, minimum sound pressure levels that must be produced bythe audible notification appliances in applicable covered areas

(11) Locations of alarm notification appliances, including candela ratings for visible alarm notificationappliances

(12)

(13) Completed record of completion in accordance with 7.5.6 and 7.8.2

(14) For software-based systems, a copy of site-specific software, including specific instructions on howto obtain the means of system and software access (password)

(15) Record (as-built) drawings

(16) Records, record retention, and record maintenance in accordance with Section 7.7

(17) Completed record of inspection and testing in accordance with 7.6.6 and 7.8.2



2019NFPA72_FR1028_Annex_DV.docx This is Annex material for item number (12) only

2019NFPA72_FR1028_DV.docx This is the legislatively correct numbered list. For staff use

* Written narrative providing intent and system description

* Pathway diagrams between the control unit and the supervising station and sharedcommunications equipment within the protected premises


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Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

The Technical Committee has revised the text to make reference to the term “safety margin” asused in the Chapter 10. Additional item (11) was added to match what is currently in the IFC. Theterm areas was not deleted from the end of item (10).

ResponseMessage:


Public Input No. 578-NFPA 72-2016 [New Section after A.7.2.1(1)]

Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.


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Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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A.7.2.1 (11) Section 26.6.2.4 allows for three communications pathway options when a supervising station fire alarm system is provided: 1) Performance-based technologies; 2) Digital Alarm Communicator Systems; 3) Radio Systems which includes one-way private and two-way RF systems. Chapter 26 includes several requirements specific to each of these communications pathway alternatives. In order to verify the provided communication path(s), and any shared equipment, comply with code requirements, the following are examples of information which should be submitted as the minimum documentation for a supervising station fire alarm system: Performance-based technologies

The type of performance-based transmitter(s) to be used such as IP communicators, cellular radios, etc.

Whether communications with the supervising station will be via a single pathway or a multiple pathway

An indication of the use, where applicable, of shared equipment such as routers, modems, LANs within the protected premises

Battery calculations for the shared equipment which should meet the requirements of 26.6.3.13

Digital Alarm Communicator System

The primary communications pathway which should be a telephone line The secondary communications pathway which should comply with Section

26.6.4.1.4

Radio System

The type of radio system which will be used (private one-way, or two-way RF) The secondary power provided for the radio transmitter

Where the transmitter equipment is located separately from the main fire alarm control unit, an indication of its protection in accordance with Section 10.4.4 should also be provided within the minimum documentation.

First Revision No. 1029-NFPA 72-2016 [ New Section after 7.3.7.3 ]

7.3.7.4

Performance-based design documentation for mass notification systems shall be in accordance withSection 24.14 .




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Section 7.3.7 lists requirements for Performance-Based Design Documentation. Section 24.14 forEmergency Communication Systems has requirements for using performance-based designpractices on Mass Notification Systems; however, the requirement for Mass Notification Systemperformance-based design documentation is not listed in Section 7.3.7. Documentation requirementsfor Performance-Based Design in accordance with 24.14 should be listed in 7.3.7. The CorrelatingCommittee should determine which committee has purview over this new section.

ResponseMessage:

Public Input No. 81-NFPA 72-2016 [New Section after 7.3.7.3]

Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.



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Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1006-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. 7.5.6.2 ]

7.5.6.2*

The record of completion documentation shall be completed by the installing contractor and submitted tothe enforcing authority having jurisdiction and the owner at the conclusion of the job. The record ofcompletion documentation shall be permitted to be part of the written statement required in 7.5.2 and partof the documents that support the requirements of 7.5.8. When more than one contractor has beenresponsible for the installation, each contractor shall complete the portions of the documentation for whichthat contractor has responsibility.




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CommitteeStatement:

The term "enforcing authority" is not defined as is "authority having jurisdiction". AHJ is usedthroughout the Code as the term for the enforcing authority.

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Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.


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Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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7.5.6.4

The record of completion documentation shall be updated in accordance with 7.5.6.6 to reflect all systemadditions or modifications.




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Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

This Technical Committee revises this language to specifically call out the relevantsection.

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Public Input No. 33-NFPA 72-2015 [Section No. 7.5.6.4]

Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.


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Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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7.7.2.3*

All record documentation shall be stored in the documentation cabinet. No record documentation shall bestored in the control unit.




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Committee Statement

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Currently, this is only a recommendation in the Annex. This FR will make the language mandatorywhile still tying it to the explanatory Annex text. The storage of paperwork, manuals, software, etc.in the control unit is commonplace and presents a very real fire hazard.

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Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

25 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.


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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack

Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


Gauvin, Daniel J.

The committee's statement regarding a fire hazard is only correct if the record documentation is stored in paperform. Where record documentation is stored on electronic media there is no added fire hazard and no justificationfor this change. The committee should consider a revision to allow record documents to be stored on electronicmedia but not to allow paper documentation storage in the fire alarm control unit.


We are very concerned about combustible material being stored in a Fire Alarm Control Unit. Power supplies areable to generate large volume of heat. Storing electronic records is most acceptably and should also includethumb drives.


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10.1.2

The requirements of this chapter shall apply to systems, equipment, and components addressed inChapters 12 , 14 , 17 , 18 , 21 , 23 , 24 , 26 , and 27 .




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Committee Statement

CommitteeStatement:

This is redundant information because of a revision made to Chapter 1. See FR-1001 aftersection 1.3.4.

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Ballot Results


28 Eligible Voters

1 Not Returned

27 Affirmative All



0 Abstention

Not Returned

Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.


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Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

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10.3.4

All apparatus requiring rewinding or resetting to maintain normal operation shall be restored to normalafter each abnormal condition and maintained in normal condition for operation .




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Abner, James C.


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Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

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10.4.4*

Fire alarm control unit displays and controls, which includes visible indicators, shall be mounted suchthat the distance to the highest switch, lamp, or textual display does not exceed 5.5 ft (1.7 m) above thefinished floor, and the lowest switch, lamp, or textual display shall not be less than 1.5 ft (0.4 m) abovethe finished floor.



2019NFPA72_FR1017_Annex_DV.docx Add this Annex material for this new section.




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The Technical Committee adds a new section to include maximum and minimum mountingheight requirements for fire alarm control unit displays.

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.

Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.

Affirmative with Comment

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Although I agree that it makes sense to have reasonable minimum and maximum height limits for control unitdisplays, controls, and visible indicators, I agree with the negative comment from Mr. Berezowski; i.e. "Thetechnical committee has changed the mounting height limits from those proposed and substantiated in PI-114without technical justification."



The technical committee has changed the mounting height limits from those proposed and substantiated inPI-114 without technical justification.

DiTaranto, James

I disagree with this . I believe it should be left up to the AHJ to determine the functionality .If anything this materialshould be annex only material giving a recommendation. By putting this restriction as "shall"you are limiting ainstallation or manufacturer from designing control panels that fit within these parameters. There may becircumstances where there may not physically be the space to mount control panels dialers with silence buttonsetc within these limits .


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Section PI PAGE DISPOSITION

New A.10.4.4

Create FR

Text A.10.4.4 Switches and visible indicators referenced in 10.4.4 are those intended for use by the system owner and first responders. It is not the intent of the committee to require all control unit diagnostic indicators or configuration switches used by the installation/service personnel required to be installed within these limits. Control Units that do not have such operator interface are not bound by this requirement, however the installer should consider best practice for ease in serviceability.

Statement The Technical Committee adds this section to provide additional detail regarding the committee intent for locating Control Units and the applicability to Diagnostic LED’s and/or configuration switches.


10.4.5*

In Unless otherwise permitted by 10.4.5.1 , in areas that are not continuously occupied, early warningfire detection an automatic smoke detector shall be provided at the location of each control unit(s),notification appliance circuit power extender(s), and supervising station transmitting equipment to providenotification of fire at that location. by one of the following means:

(1) An automatic smoke detector provided at the location of each control unit(s), notification appliancecircuit power extender(s), and supervising station transmitting equipment

(2) Where ambient conditions prohibit installation of an automatic smoke detector, an automatic heatdetector shall be permitted.

Exception: Where ambient conditions prohibit installation of an automatic smoke detector, an automaticheat detector shall be permitted.

10.4.5.1

Smoke or heat detector(s) shall not be required to be installed at the location of dedicated function(s)fire alarm control unit(s) that are not required to provide local or supervising station notification signals.




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The Technical Committee edits the text to maintain the requirement to provide early warningdetection for control unit(s), etc. but adds text to eliminate the requirement for dedicated functionsystems that do not provide notification.

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


DiTaranto, James

I disagree with the added text 10.4.5.1 . Just because the system does not active an alarm or tie to a supervisingstation does not discount the fact the function and purpose of these system are extremely important in providingearly warning of critical safety systems that protect first the buildings occupants and first responders.

McNamara, Jack

All systems used for protection should require this.. strike 10.4.4.1


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10.5.1.1

Fire alarm system, carbon monoxide detection systems, and emergency communications system plansand specifications shall be developed in accordance with this Code by persons who are experienced inthe design, application, installation, and testing of the systems.




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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.


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Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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10.5.2.1

Fire alarm systems , carbon monoxide detection systems, and emergency communications systemsinstallation personnel shall be qualified or shall be supervised by persons who are qualified in theinstallation, inspection, and testing of the systems.




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Committee Statement: The Technical Committee edits the text to include carbon monoxide detection systems.

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Troyanski, Emily

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.


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Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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10.6.1* Scope.

The provisions of this section shall apply to power supplies used for protected premises fire alarmsystems, supervising station alarm systems, public emergency alarm reporting systems, and emergencycommunications systems and equipment complying with this Code unless otherwise specified .

Exception: Low-power radio (wireless) systems that comply with the requirements of 23.16 .



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The Technical Committee revises the text to remove a growing list and exception. Whereexceptions are made, the system or component has text identifying specific power requirements[section 23.16 low-power radio (wireless) and section 29 household] Annex material is added toexplain where these exceptions are made.

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Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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A.10.6.1 Exceptions exist in Chapter 23 for low-power wireless systems and in Chapter 29 for household low-power wireless systems and smoke alarms.


10.6.4 Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS).

Energy storage systems (ESS), including electrochemical energy storage systems, chemical energystorage systems, mechanical energy storage systems, and thermal energy storage systems.

10.6.4.1

The UPS ESS device shall be configured in compliance with NFPA 111 for a Type O 0 , Class 24, Level 1system.

10.6.4.2

Where connected to an engine-driven generator arranged in accordance with 10.6.11.3.1 , the ESSdevice shall be permitted to be configured in compliance with NFPA 111 for a Type 0, Class 4, Level 1system.

10.6.4.3

The UPS ESS device shall comply with the requirements of 10.6.5.

10.6.4.4

Failure of the UPS ESS shall result in the initiation of a trouble signal in accordance with Section 10.14.




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The Technical Committee revises the text to reflect that UPS systems are a form of Energy StorageSystems (ESS) addressed by Article 706 of the 2017 NEC. Chapter 10 has not classified UPSpower as either primary or secondary, but has addressed it separately. The revised languageacknowledges the term ESS and allows for reduced energy storage capacity when used inconjunction with an Article 700 Legally Required Standby System.

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Public Input No. 109-NFPA 72-2016 [Section No. 10.6.7.3.1]


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Troyanski, Emily

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

DiTaranto, James

Frable, David W.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


Decker, Daniel G.

The word "including" in 10.6.4 should be changed to "include" to be grammatically correct.

Farr, Tommy L.

If the intent is to reflecta UPS as being an ESS found in article 706 of NFPA-70, then do not include a newdefinition as in FR-1051. Otherwise it does not agree with article 706 and the intent of the committee is not met.The NEC has a different definition than that proposed in FR-1051

Gauvin, Daniel J.


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It may be my lack of expertise in this area but I am bit confused by the references to NFPA 70, Articles 700 and706, in the committee statement since these references do not appear in the new/revised requirements. RatherNFPA 111 is referenced in the new/revised requirements (therefore, the committee statement did not seem tocorrelate to the new/revised content).


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First Revision No. 1038-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. 10.6.5.1.2 ]

10.6.5.1.2

The branch circuit supplying the fire alarm equipment system component(s), carbon monoxide systemcomponent(s), or emergency communication system component(s) shall supply no other loads.




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The Technical Committee edits the text to clarify that multiple pieces of equipment may beconnected to a single circuit.

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.


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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


DiTaranto, James

I do not agree that carbon monoxide detectors should not have the requirement for a dedicated branch circuit. Inmany cases the code allowed for battery only devices. This could be construed that all detectors co2 and smokedetectors will require a dedicated 120v circuit connection which in some cases is infeasible and may conflict withthe local code.


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10.6.5.2.2*

The system circuit disconnecting means shall be permanently identified as to its purpose. Methods formarking shall be permitted to include, but not be limited to, one of the following: and marked as a firealarm system and/or a signaling system.

“FIRE ALARM” for fire alarm systems

“EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS” for emergency communications systems

“FIRE ALARM/ECS” for combination fire alarm and emergency communications systems



72_FR-1039_A.10.6.5.2.2_FUN.docx




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The Technical Committee revises this section to clarify how the branch circuit disconnecting meansmust be identified and removes examples in order to comply with the Manual of Style. In the annex,the Technical Committee edits the text to include "CARBON MONOXIDE" systems and movesexamples into the annex in accordance with the Manual of Style.

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Public Input No. 119-NFPA 72-2016 [Section No. A.10.6.5.2.2]

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Troyanski, Emily

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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FR‐1039, [FUN]

A.10.6.5.2.2 The purpose of this requirement is to ensure that circuit disconnecting means for fire alarm and signaling systems are readily identifiable so that users will not mistakenly disconnect the power to the system or so that they can quickly disconnect power without having to search the electrical panelboard chart to identify the circuit. The intent of this requirement is not to require specific text for markingidentification. Marking can include, one of the following: (1) “FIRE ALARM” for fire alarm systems (2) “EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS” for emergency communications systems (3) “FIRE ALARM/ECS” for combination fire alarm and emergency communications systems (4) “CARBON MONOXIDE” for carbon monoxide detection systems It would be acceptable to show the text using upper and/or lower case, such as “fire alarm”, or “Fire Alarm,” or “FIRE ALARM.”

First Revision No. 1037-NFPA 72-2016 [ Sections 10.6.6.3.1, 10.6.6.3.2 ]

10.6.6.3.1

Storage batteries dedicated to the system or UPS ESS arranged in accordance with the provisions ofNFPA 111 shall be permitted to supplement the secondary power supply to ensure required operationduring the transfer period.

10.6.6.3.2

Where a UPS an ESS is employed in 10.6.6.3.1, a positive means for disconnecting the input and outputof the UPS ESS system while maintaining continuity of power supply to the load shall be provided.




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The Technical Committee revises the text to reflect that UPS systems are a form of EnergyStorage Systems (ESS) addressed by Article 706 of the 2017 NEC.

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Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


Farr, Tommy L.

If the intent is to reflect a UPS as being an ESS found in article 706 of NFPA-70, then do not include a newdefinition as in FR-1051. Otherwise it does not agree with article 706 and the intent of the committee is not met.The NEC has a different definition than the proposed definition in FR-1051.


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First Revision No. 1040-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. 10.6.7.2.1 [Excluding any

Sub-Sections] ]

The secondary power supply shall have sufficient capacity to operate the system under quiescent load(system operating in a nonalarm condition) for a minimum of 24 hours and, at the end of that period, shallbe capable of operating all alarm notification appliances used for evacuation or to direct aid to the locationof an emergency for 5 minutes, unless otherwise permitted or required by 10.6.7.2.1.1 through10.6.7.2.2: .




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Committee Statement: The Technical Committee revises the text to provide proper punctuation.

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Troyanski, Emily

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.


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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1041-NFPA 72-2016 [ New Section after 10.6.7.2.2 ]

10.6.7.2.3

Where carbon monoxide detection is not monitored by a supervising station, the secondary powersupply shall have sufficient capacity to operate the carbon monoxide detection system under quiescentload (system operating in a nonalarm condition) for a minimum of 24 hours and, at the end of thatperiod, shall be capable of operating the carbon monoxide detection system and all notificationappliances for 12 hours.

10.6.7.2.4

Where carbon monoxide detection is monitored by a supervising station, the secondary power supplyshall have sufficient capacity to operate the carbon monoxide detection system under quiescent load(system operating in a nonalarm condition) for a minimum of 24 hours and, at the end of that period,shall be capable of operating the carbon monoxide detection system and all notification appliances for 5minutes.




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The Technical Committee incorporates the secondary power supply requirements formerly in NFPA720. The exception was revised into positive language to comply with the Manual of Style.Reference to 5.8.6.5 was removed as there is no Chapter 5 in NFPA 72, and it appears to involve arequirement other than secondary capacity. Reference to emergency response in accordance with7.2.2 was removed as it appears to relate to an NFPA 720 requirement not related to secondarycapacity.

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Public Input No. 351-NFPA 72-2016 [New Section after 10.6.7.2.2]

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Troyanski, Emily

Affirmative All

Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


DiTaranto, James

I do not have a problem with this. I am not sure if manufacturers currently provide this level of backup in theirdetectors to prove to the AHJ the proper backup is sufficient.


Gauvin, Daniel J.

I realize this is intended to move an existing requirement from NFPA 720 into NFPA 72; however, after reviewingthis again and reviewing the affirmative comment from Mr. DiTaranto, this appears to be an excessive requirementwithout justification. It is not clear why the secondary power requirement for a CO detection system should bemore excessive than the requirements for a smoke detection system. Where a combination CO and Smokedetection system (which is not monitored by a supervising station) exist, and where the combination systemshares a common power source and notification appliances, this requirement would apply to the combinationsmoke detection and CO detection system; i.e. to provide sufficient capacity to operate the smoke/carbon


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monoxide detection system under quiescent load (system operating in a nonalarm condition) for a minimum of 24hours and, at the end of that period, be capable of operating the smoke/carbon monoxide detection system and allnotification appliances for 12 hours. Without knowing the justification for why the CO system requirements aremore excessive than smoke detection system requirements, I am voting against this first revision. I also agree withMr. DiTaranto's comment that it is likely many systems would not be capable of supporting this requirement.


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10.6.10.2.3

Battery cells Batteries shall be insulated against ground faults.




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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.


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DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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10.6.10.2.5

Battery cells Batteries shall be protected from physical damage.




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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

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Decker, Daniel G.


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DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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10.6.10.3.4*

Batteries shall be either trickle-charged or float-charged charged by listed means .




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The Technical Committee revises this section to clarify that the means for charging batteriesmust be evaluated by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

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Decker, Daniel G.


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DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

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10.6.11.7 Battery and Charger.

10.6.11.7.1

A separate storage battery and separate automatic charger shall be provided for starting the engine-driven generator and shall not be used for any other purpose.

10.6.11.7.2

The battery shall be sized in accordance with 5.6.4 of NFPA 110 .




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The Technical Committee edits the text to provide subsections for multiple requirements per theManual of Style 1.8.3, and edits the reference to NFPA 110 to comply with the Manual of Style2.3.9.

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Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

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10.10.1

Priority alarms alarm signals , fire alarms, alarm signals, carbon monoxide alarm signals, supervisorysignals, pre-alarm signals, and trouble signals shall be distinctively and descriptively annunciated.




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The Technical Committee edits the text to include carbon monoxide detection systems andinclude the use of the term “signal” after priority and fire alarms.

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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

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10.10.9

Carbon monoxide alarm signals shall comply with 18.4.4.2 .




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DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


Gauvin, Daniel J.

The section reference is 18.4.2, not 18.4.4.2.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

I think the reference paragraph for section 18 is incorrect. I would suggest a link to section 18.4.3, not 18.4.4.2.


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10.18.1* Speaker Audio Amplifier and Tone-Generating Equipment.

If speakers loudspeakers are used to produce audible fire alarm signals, the required trouble signal for10.18.1.1 through 10.18.1.3 shall be in accordance with Section 10.14.

10.18.1.1

When primary power is available, failure of any audio amplifier shall result in a trouble signal.

10.18.1.2

When an alarm is present and primary power is not available (i.e., system is operating from the secondarypower source), failure of any audio amplifier shall result in a trouble signal.

10.18.1.3

Failure of any tone-generating equipment shall result in a trouble signal, unless the tone-generating andamplifying equipment are enclosed as integral parts and serve only a single, listed loudspeaker.




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The Technical Committee revises the text from “speaker” in the heading to “audio” to match10.18.1.1 and 10.18.1.2 and replaces “speakers” with “loudspeakers” in the requirement.

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Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1014-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. A.3.3.240.1 ]

A.3.3.248.1 Alarm Response.

Examples include the actuation of alarm notification appliances, elevator recall, smoke control measures,emergency responder dispatch, and deployment of resources in accordance with a risk analysis and theassociated emergency response action plan, and so forth .




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The Technical Committee modifies the existing language to utilize the term "emergencyresponse plan" as currently defined in NFPA 72.

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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1032-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. A.7.7.2.3 ]

A.7.7.2.3

The intent is that paper and/or electronic documents should not be stored inside the control unit becausecontrol units are not typically approved for the storage of combustible material.

Examples of system documents include the following:

(1) Record drawings (as-builts)

(2) Equipment technical data sheets

(3) Alternative means and methods, variances, appeals, and approvals, and so forth

(4) Performance-based design documentation in accordance with 7.3.7

(5) Risk analysis documentation in accordance with 7.3.6

(6) Emergency response plan in accordance with 7.3.8

(7) Evaluation documentation in accordance with 7.3.9

(8) Software and firmware control documentation in accordance with 23.2.2




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The storage of paperwork, manuals, software, etc. within control unit cabinets is stillcommonplace and presents a very real fire hazard. Documents must not be stored within thesecabinets regardless of whether they are paper or electronic format.

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Troyanski, Emily

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Aaby, Mark J.

Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack

Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


Gauvin, Daniel J.

The committee's statement regarding a fire hazard is only correct if the record documentation is stored in paperform. Where record documentation is stored on electronic media there is no added fire hazard and no justificationfor this change. The committee should consider a revision to allow record documents to be stored on electronicmedia but not to allow paper documentation storage in the fire alarm control unit.


We are very concerned about combustible material being stored in a Fire Alarm Control Unit. Power supplies areable to generate large volume of heat. Storing electronic records is most acceptably and should also includethumb drives.


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First Revision No. 1025-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. A.10.4.1 ]

A.10.4.1

Fire alarm specifications can include some or all of the following:

(1) Address of the protected premises

(2) Owner of the protected premises

(3) Authority having jurisdiction

(4) Applicable codes, standards, and other design criteria to which the system is required to comply

(5) Type of building construction and occupancy

(6) Fire department response point(s) and annunciator location(s)

(7) Type of fire alarm system to be provided

(8) Calculations (e.g., secondary supply and voltage drop calculations)

(9) Type(s) of fire alarm initiating devices, supervisory alarm initiating devices, and evacuation notificationappliances to be provided

(10) Intended area(s) of coverage

(11) Complete list of detection, evacuation signaling, and annunciator zones

(12) Complete list of emergency control functions

(13) Complete sequence of operations detailing all inputs and outputs




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The Technical Committee removes the term “evacuation” to include all signaling and toimprove consistency and grammar.

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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1046-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. A.10.6.7.2.1.1 ]

A.10.6.7.2.1.1

The 20-percent minimum reserved capacity safety margin is intended to address both normal aging andeffects of on battery loading. Some systems with a high rate of alarm signaling battery discharge mightrequire a greater safety margin. Battery calculations should take into account a discharge factor resultingfrom the discharge of batteries at a greater rate than the one specified in the battery data provided by themanufacturer. For example, valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) batteries are typically assigned a 20-hourdischarge rate (C/20). Any rate greater than C/20 requires using the manufacturer's formula or dischargefactor table. capacity. As a battery ages, rated capacity will decrease to 80 percent, which is consideredthe end of service life. As a minimum, a 20 percent correction factor should be applied for aging to ensurethe battery can meet its current demand at the end of service life. At initial installation, battery capacitycould be as low as 90 percent and should gradually increase when subjected to several deepdischarge/charging cycles or remaining on float-charge for several weeks. For additional information onbattery sizing considerations, refer to IEEE 485 , Recommended Practice for Sizing Lead-Acid Batteriesfor Stationary Applications.




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The Technical Committee revises the text to clarify terminology and includes reference toIEEE 485 for additional information.

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Public Input No. 144-NFPA 72-2016 [Section No. A.10.6.7.2.1.1]

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Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

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A.10.6.10

The following newer types valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery type of rechargeable batteries arenormally battery is currently used in protected premises applications.:

Vented Lead-Acid, Gelled, or Starved Electrolyte Battery. This rechargeable-type battery isgenerally used in place of primary batteries in applications that have a relatively high current drainor that require the extended standby capability of much lower currents. The nominal voltage of asingle cell is 2 volts, and the battery is available in multiples of 2 volts (e.g., 2, 4, 6, 12). Batteriesshould be stored according to the manufacturer’s published instructions.

Nickel-Cadmium Battery. The sealed-type nickel-cadmium battery generally used in applicationswhere the battery current drain during a power outage is low to moderate (typically up to a fewhundred milliamperes) and is fairly constant. Nickel-cadmium batteries are also available in muchlarger capacities for other applications. The nominal voltage per cell is 1.42 volts, with batteriesavailable in multiples of 1.42 (e.g., 12.78, 25.56). Batteries in storage can be stored in any state ofcharge for indefinite periods. However, a battery in storage will lose capacity (will self-discharge),depending on storage time and temperature. Typically, batteries stored for more than 1 monthrequire an 8-hour to 14-hour charge period to restore capacity. In service, the battery should receivea continuous, constant-charging current that is sufficient to keep it fully charged. (Typically, thecharge rate equals 1 ⁄10 to 1 ⁄20 of the ampere-hour rating of the battery.) Because batteries aremade up of individual cells connected in series, the possibility exists that, during deep discharge,one or more cells that are low in capacity will reach complete discharge prior to other cells. Thecells with remaining life tend to charge the depleted cells, causing a polarity reversal resulting inpermanent battery damage. This condition can be determined by measuring the open cell voltageof a fully charged battery (voltage should be a minimum of 1.28 volts per cell multiplied by thenumber of cells). Voltage depression effect is a minor change in discharge voltage level caused byconstant current charging below the system discharge rate. In some applications of nickel-cadmiumbatteries (e.g., battery-powered shavers), a memory characteristic also exists. Specifically, if thebattery is discharged daily for 1 minute, followed by a recharge, operation for 5 minutes will notresult in the rated ampere-hour output because the battery has developed a 1-minute dischargememory.

Sealed Lead-Acid Battery. In a sealed lead-acid battery, the electrolyte is totally absorbed by theseparators, and no venting normally occurs. Gas evolved during recharge is internally recombined,resulting in minimal loss of capacity life. A high-pressure vent, however, is provided to avoiddamage under abnormal conditions.

This rechargeable-type battery is generally used in place of primary batteries in applications that have arelatively high current drain or that require the extended standby capability of much lower currents. Thenominal voltage of a single starved electrolyte cell is 2 volts, and the battery is available in multiples of2 volts (e.g., 2, 4, 6, 12). Batteries should be stored according to the battery manufacturer’s publishedinstructions. These batteries are often incorrectly referred to as “sealed lead-acid,” “gel” or“maintenance-free batteries.”

There are two technologies available. The most common type is referred to as “absorbed glass mat” orAGM. In this technology, the electrolyte is immobilized by being absorbed into fiberglass mats thatsurround the plates. Nearly all VRLA batteries in use in U.S. fire protection applications are AGM.

The second technology is referred to as gelled electrolyte. In this technology, the electrolyte isimmobilized in a silica gel. This technology is predominately seen in European applications. While somemanufacturers refer to the battery as a gel battery in the literature, this needs to be confirmed by thetechnician. Gel batteries require higher float voltages than AGM, and floating an AGM battery at gelvoltages will shorten the battery life.



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The Technical Committee revises the annex text to utilize the correct terminology for batterytechnology.

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David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.


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Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

Vaughn, Allyn J.

Warner, Todd W.


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First Revision No. 1050-NFPA 72-2016 [ Section No. A.10.6.10.3.4 ]

A.10.6.10.3.4

Batteries The circuitry and methods for charging batteries of various types are to be evaluated by anationally recognized testing laboratory to ensure they are appropriate for the purpose. During primarypower use, batteries are trickle-charged if they are off-line and waiting to be put under load in the event ofa loss of power.

Float-charged batteries are fully charged and connected across the output of the rectifiers to smooth theoutput and to serve as a standby source of power in the event of a loss of line power. Other chargingmethods are used to restore capacity to a battery after it has been utilized during a loss of primary power.




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The Technical Committee revises the annex text to better reflect actual practice forcharging batteries.

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Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

Sanedrin, Allan

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A.10.11.2

The intent of this requirement is to ensure that hearing-impaired persons who are deaf or hard of hearingare alerted to seek additional information regarding an emergency situation. Hearing-impaired personsmight not be Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing are not always alerted by the speaker notificationappliances loudspeakers that provide evacuation tones or voice instructions. It is intended that thespeakers loudspeakers and visible devices notification appliances located in the same area be activatedtogether whenever tones, recorded voice instructions, or live voice instructions are being provided.




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The Technical Committee revises the text to replace the term “speakers” with “loudspeakers”.Also, “hearing-impaired person” is replaced by “person who is deaf or hard of hearing” forconsistency throughout the Code.

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Abner, James C.


Bonifas, Robert A.

Clary, Shane M.

David, Manuelita E.

Decker, Daniel G.

DiTaranto, James

Farr, Tommy L.

Frable, David W.

Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

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First Revision No. 5052-NFPA 72-2016 [ Detail ]

Add the following reference to Informational References in the annex:

ASTM E2292, Standard Guide for Field Investigation of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Incidents, 2014




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The Technical Committee includes ASTM E2292-14 to provide additional information relative tocarbon monoxide.

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Farr, Tommy L.

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Gauvin, Daniel J.

Goodyear, David

Green, Kevin M.

Gruner, Kimberly A.

Hancock, Jeffrey S.

Jacobs, Scott

Kapis, Jon


Leber, A. M. Fred

Malady, Richard A.

McNamara, Jack


Nash, Louis

Norton, Thomas F.

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Vaughn, Allyn J.

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