Chapter 14 — FIRESTOP PROTECTION
1404.3 Firestop Systems. Penetrations shall be protected
California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2019 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · California
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by an approved penetration firestop system installed as tested in accordance with ASTM E119, ASTM E814, UL 263, or UL 1479 with a positive pressure differential of not less than 0.01 of an inch of water (0.002 kPa). Systems shall have an F rating of not less than 1 hour but not less than the required fire-resistance rating of the assembly being penetrated. Systems protecting floor penetrations shall have a T rating of not less than 1 hour but not less than the required fire-resistance rating of the floor being penetrated. Floor penetrations contained within the cavity of a wall at the location of the floor penetration do not require a T rating. No T rating shall be required for floor penetrations by piping that is not in direct contact with combustible material.
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- Chapter 1 — GENERAL CODE PROVISIONS
- Chapter 2 — DEFINITIONS
- Chapter 3 — GENERAL REGULATIONS
- Chapter 4 — PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE FITTINGS
- Chapter 5 — WATER HEATERS
- Chapter 6 — WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION
- Chapter 7 — SANITARY DRAINAGE
- Chapter 8 — INDIRECT WASTES
- Chapter 9 — VENTS
- Chapter 10 — TRAPS AND INTERCEPTORS
- Chapter 11 — STORM DRAINAGE
- Chapter 12 — FUEL GAS PIPING
- Chapter 13 — HEALTH CARE FACILITIES AND MEDICAL GAS AND MEDICA…
▸Chapter 14 — FIRESTOP PROTECTION
Overview- 1404.2 Fire-Resistance Rating. Where penetrating a fireresista…
- 1404.3 Firestop Systems. Penetrations shall be protected
- 1404.4 Connections. Where piping penetrates a rated
- 1404.5 Insulation and Coverings. Insulation and coverings on o…
- 1404.6 Sleeves. Where sleeves are used, the sleeves shall
- 1405.2 Fire-Resistance Rating. Where penetrating a fireresista…
- 1405.3 Firestop Systems. Penetrations shall be protected
- 1405.4 Connections. Where piping penetrates a rated
- 1405.5 Unshielded Couplings. Unshielded couplings
- 1405.6 Sleeves. Where sleeves are used, the sleeves shall
- 1405.7 Insulation and Coverings. Insulation and coverings on o…
- 1406.2 Examination. The Authority Having Jurisdiction
- 1406.3 Penetrations. The Authority Having Jurisdiction
- 1406.4 Field Installations. The Authority Having Jurisdiction …
- Chapter 15 — ALTERNATE WATER SOURCES FOR NONPOTABLE APPLICATIONS
- Chapter 16 — NONPOTABLE RAINWATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS
- Chapter 17 — REFERENCED STANDARDS
- Appendix A — RECOMMENDED RULES FOR SIZING THE WATER SUPPLY SYS…
- Appendix B — EXPLANATORY NOTES ON COMBINATION WASTE AND VENT S…
- Appendix C — ALTERNATE PLUMBING SYSTEMS
- Appendix D — SIZING STORM WATER DRAINAGE SYSTEMS
- Appendix E — MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME PARKS AND RECREATIONAL V…
- Appendix F — FIREFIGHTER BREATHING AIR REPLENISHMENT SYSTEMS
- Appendix G — SIZING OF VENTING SYSTEMS
- Appendix H — PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
- Appendix I — INSTALLATION STANDARD FOR PEX TUBING SYSTEMS FOR …
- Appendix J — COMBINATION OF INDOOR AND OUTDOOR COMBUSTION AND …
- Appendix K — POTABLE RAINWATER CATCHMENT SYSTEMS
- Appendix L — SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
- Appendix M — PEAK WATER DEMAND CALCULATOR