Section E106 — GENERAL STANDARDS FOR EMERGENCY USES

The provisions of Sections E106.2 through E106.7 shall apply to all existing structures being repurposed and to all structures relocated to support the response to an emergency.

The intent of this section is to provide a reasonable level of safety in a structure repurposed for emergency use.

Existing buildings used in a way that was not originally intended by occupancy class or use shall be allowed without formally changing the occupancy. The previous occupancy and use shall resume upon the conclusion of the emergency . Where the temporary live load of the floor is more than that required by Section 1607 of the California Building Code for the original use, the area designated for the temporary live load shall be posted with placards for the approved live load.

Determination of the fire safety requirements by the code official shall be in accordance with Section E106.4.1 through E106.4.5 in order to make determinations of safe conditions rather than strict adherence to the provisions of the California Fire Code .

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APPENDIX E—TEMPORARY EMERGENCY USES

E106.4.1 Fire safety and evacuation plans. Fire safety and evacuation plans shall be provided in accordance with Sections 403 and 404 of the California Fire Code . Submittal documents shall be updated where there are any physical changes to the layout of the structure.

E106.4.2 Training and practice drills. Training of staff and practice drills shall comply with Sections 405 and 406 of the California Fire Code . Structures in place for longer than 30 days shall conduct evacuation drills in accordance with Section 405.3 of the Cali- fornia Fire Code based on the temporary use.

E106.4.3 Fire protection. An evaluation shall be performed to decide on fire protection needed utilizing NFPA 550.

E106.4.4 Emergency access. Emergency vehicle access roads shall be approved by the fire code official.

E106.4.5 Fire watch. A fire watch in accordance with Section 403.11.1 of the California Fire Code shall be permitted to be provided in lieu of other fire protection systems.

Means of egress shall comply with Section 1011.5, in addition to Sections E106.5.1 through E106.5.3.

Exception: In Group I-2 occupancies, in areas where corridors are used for movement of care recipients in beds, the clear width of ramps and corridors shall be not less than 48 inches (1219 mm).

E106.5.1 Exit discharge. Exit discharge shall provide access to a public way or to a safe dispersal area in accordance with Section 1028.5 of the California Building Code.

E106.5.2 Means of egress lighting. The means of egress shall be illuminated when the space is occupied.

Exception: Sleeping areas.

E106.5.3 Exit signs. Exit signs shall be provided where the means of egress is not readily identifiable. Exit signs shall be permitted to be illuminated by the lighting provided in the structure.

A facility that is constructed to be accessible shall be maintained accessible during occupancy.

The code official shall have the authority to authorize the temporary connection of the building or system to the utility, the source of energy, fuel or power, or the water system or sewer system in accordance with Section 111. Water closets and lavatories shall be either permanent plumbing fixtures installed within the structure or temporary water closets or lavatories, such as chemical toilets or other means approved by the code official.

E106.7.1 Portable heating, cooling and cooking equipment. Portable heating, cooling and cooking equipment shall be used in accordance with the California Fire Code, their listing and manufacturer’s instructions.