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Chapter 14 — FIRESTOP PROTECTION

California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2019 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California

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2019 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE 303

304 2019 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE

CHAPTER 14

FIRESTOP PROTECTION

1401.0 General.1401.1 Applicability.

Piping penetrations of required fireresistance-rated walls, partitions, floors, floor/ceiling assemblies, roof/ceiling assemblies, or shaft enclosures shall be protected in accordance with the requirements of the building code, and this chapter.

1402.0 Construction Documents.1402.1 Penetrations.

Construction documents shall indicate with sufficient detail how penetrations of fire-resistancerated assemblies shall be firestopped prior to obtaining design approval.

1403.0 Installation.1403.1 Materials. Firestop systems shall be installed in

accordance with this chapter, the building code, and the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

1404.0 Combustible Piping Installations.1404.1 General Requirements. Combustible piping

installations shall be protected in accordance with the appropriate fire resistance rating requirements in the building code that list the acceptable area, height, and type of construction for use in specific occupancies to assure compliance and integrity of the fire resistance rating prescribed.

1405.0 Noncombustible Piping Installations.1405.1 General Requirements.

Noncombustible piping installations shall be protected in accordance with the appropriate fire resistance rating requirements in the building code that list the acceptable area, height, and type of construction for use in specific occupancies to ensure compliance and integrity of the fire-resistance rating prescribed.

1406.0 Required Inspection.1406.1 General.

Prior to being concealed, piping penetrations shall be inspected by the Authority Having Jurisdiction to verify compliance with the fire-resistance rating prescribed in the building code.

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▸Contents — California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5)
California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5)
  1. Chapter 1 — GENERAL CODE PROVISIONS
  2. Chapter 2 — DEFINITIONS
  3. Chapter 3 — GENERAL REGULATIONS
  4. Chapter 4 — PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE FITTINGS
  5. Chapter 5 — WATER HEATERS
  6. Chapter 6 — WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION
  7. Chapter 7 — SANITARY DRAINAGE
  8. Chapter 8 — INDIRECT WASTES
  9. Chapter 9 — VENTS
  10. Chapter 10 — TRAPS AND INTERCEPTORS
  11. Chapter 11 — STORM DRAINAGE
  12. Chapter 12 — FUEL GAS PIPING
  13. Chapter 13 — HEALTH CARE FACILITIES AND MEDICAL GAS AND MEDICA…
  14. ▸Chapter 14 — FIRESTOP PROTECTION
    Overview
    1. 1404.2 Fire-Resistance Rating. Where penetrating a fireresista…
    2. 1404.3 Firestop Systems. Penetrations shall be protected
    3. 1404.4 Connections. Where piping penetrates a rated
    4. 1404.5 Insulation and Coverings. Insulation and coverings on o…
    5. 1404.6 Sleeves. Where sleeves are used, the sleeves shall
    6. 1405.2 Fire-Resistance Rating. Where penetrating a fireresista…
    7. 1405.3 Firestop Systems. Penetrations shall be protected
    8. 1405.4 Connections. Where piping penetrates a rated
    9. 1405.5 Unshielded Couplings. Unshielded couplings
    10. 1405.6 Sleeves. Where sleeves are used, the sleeves shall
    11. 1405.7 Insulation and Coverings. Insulation and coverings on o…
    12. 1406.2 Examination. The Authority Having Jurisdiction
    13. 1406.3 Penetrations. The Authority Having Jurisdiction
    14. 1406.4 Field Installations. The Authority Having Jurisdiction …
  15. Chapter 15 — ALTERNATE WATER SOURCES FOR NONPOTABLE APPLICATIONS
  16. Chapter 16 — NONPOTABLE RAINWATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS
  17. Chapter 17 — REFERENCED STANDARDS
  18. Appendix A — RECOMMENDED RULES FOR SIZING THE WATER SUPPLY SYS…
  19. Appendix B — EXPLANATORY NOTES ON COMBINATION WASTE AND VENT S…
  20. Appendix C — ALTERNATE PLUMBING SYSTEMS
  21. Appendix D — SIZING STORM WATER DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
  22. Appendix E — MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME PARKS AND RECREATIONAL V…
  23. Appendix F — FIREFIGHTER BREATHING AIR REPLENISHMENT SYSTEMS
  24. Appendix G — SIZING OF VENTING SYSTEMS
  25. Appendix H — PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
  26. Appendix I — INSTALLATION STANDARD FOR PEX TUBING SYSTEMS FOR …
  27. Appendix J — COMBINATION OF INDOOR AND OUTDOOR COMBUSTION AND …
  28. Appendix K — POTABLE RAINWATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS
  29. Appendix L — SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
  30. Appendix M — PEAK WATER DEMAND CALCULATOR

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