Section 1203
California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California
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1203.1 General. Emergency power systems and standby¶
power systems required by this code or the California Build- ing Code shall comply with Sections 1203.1.1 through 1203.1.9.
1203.1.1 Stationary generators. Stationary emergency and standby power generators required by this code shall be listed in accordance with UL 2200.
1203.1.2 Fuel line piping protection. Fuel lines supplying a generator set inside a high-rise building or new Group I-2 occupancy having occupied floors located more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehi- cle access shall be separated from areas of the building other than the room the generator is located in by one of the following methods:
A fire-resistant pipe-protection system that has been tested in accordance with UL 1489. The system shall be installed as tested and in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions, and shall have a rating of not less than 2 hours. Where the building is protected throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, the required rating shall be reduced to 1 hour.
An assembly that has a fire-resistance rating of not less than 2 hours. Where the building is protected throughout with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, the required fire-resistance rating shall be reduced to 1 hour.
Other approved methods.
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