CRSC · California Referenced Standards Code
Installation, records, confidentiality and liability
This hub explains CRSC rules on product identification and installation, required records and inspections, confidentiality of submitted information, and limits on manufacturer liability.
Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
Overview
This portion of the California Referenced Standards Code (CRSC) collects the rules that govern installation, inspection and labeling of referenced products (notably insulating materials), the recordkeeping and inspection access those activities generate, and the confidentiality and liability rules that apply to submitters and manufacturers. The Code requires visible identification and manufacturer statements for insulation (§ 12‑13‑1557) and authorizes Commission inspections and sample testing to verify compliance (§ 12‑13‑1558; § 12‑13‑1559).
CRSC also sets expectations for records and installer certifications: contractors who install certain insulation must post a certificate on completion, and the Commission may inspect records and samples to support enforcement actions (§ 12‑13‑1564; § 12‑13‑1558). For information-submittal confidentiality, CRSC points to the Public Resources Code procedures for protecting trade secrets and confidential material (§ 12‑13‑1562).
On liability, CRSC makes clear that the article is not intended to impose manufacturer liability for misuse of properly labeled insulation (§ 12‑13‑1563); related state building and fire codes contain complementary provisions on official records, record retention and liability protections for code officials (see e.g., building code administration and fire code recordkeeping and liability provisions).
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Code references
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CRSC § 104.5 Medium relevance — show source text
[A] 104.5 Identification. The code official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code.
[A] 104.6 Notices and orders. The code official shall issue necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with this code. Notices of violations shall be in accordance with Section 113.
[A] 104.7 Official records. The code official shall keep official records as required by Sections 104.7.1 through 104.7.5. Such official records shall be retained for not less than 5 years or for as long as the structure or activity to which such records relate remains in existence, unless otherwise provided by other regulations.
[A] 104.7.1 Approvals. A record of approvals shall be maintained by the code official and shall be available for public inspection during business hours in accordance with applicable laws.
[A] 104.7.2 Inspections. The code official shall keep a record of each inspection made, including notices and orders issued, showing the findings and disposition of each.
[A] 104.7.3 Code alternatives and modifications. Application for alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment in accordance with Section 104.2.3; modifications in accordance with Section 104.2.4; and documentation of the final decision of the code official for either shall be in writing and shall be retained in the official records.
[A] 104.7.4 Tests. The code official shall keep a record of tests conducted to comply with Sections 104.2.2.4 and 104.2.3.5.
[A] 104.7.5 Fees. The code official shall keep a record of fees collected and refunded in accordance with Section 108.
[A] 104.8 Liability. The code official, member of the Board of Appeals, officer or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered personally liable, either civilly or criminally, and is hereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official duties.
[A] 104.8.1 Legal defense. Any suit or criminal complaint instituted against any officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code or other laws or ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code shall be defended by legal representatives of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The code official or any subordinate shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code.
[A] 104.9 Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment and devices approved by the code official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval.
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ADMINISTRATION
[A] 104.9.1 Materials and equipment reuse. Materials, equipment and devices shall not be reused unless such elements are in good working condition and approved.
SECTION 105—PERMITS
CRSC § 7.1 Medium relevance — show source text
R104.6 Notices and orders. The building official shall issue necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with this code. Notices of violations shall be in accordance with Section R113.2.
R104.7 Official records. The building official shall keep official records as required in Sections R104.7.1 through R104.7.5. Such official records shall be retained for not less than 5 years or for as long as the building or structure to which such records relate remains in existence, unless otherwise provided by other regulations.
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DIVISION II SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION
R104.7.1 Approvals. A record of approvals shall be maintained by the building official and shall be available for public inspection during business hours in accordance with applicable laws.
R104.7.2 Inspections. The code official shall have the authority to conduct inspections, or shall accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The building official shall keep a record of each inspection made, including notices and orders issued, showing the findings and disposition of each.
R104.7.3 Code alternatives and modifications. Application for alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment in accordance with Section R104.2.2; modifications in accordance with Section R104.2.3; and documentation of the final decision of the building official for either shall be in writing and shall be retained in the official records.
R104.7.4 Tests. The building official shall keep a record of tests conducted to comply with Section R104.2.2.5.
R104.7.5 Fees. The building official shall keep a record of fees collected and refunded in accordance with Section R108.
R104.8 Liability. The building official, member of the board of appeals or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be personally liable, either civilly or criminally, and is hereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of an act or by reason of any act or omission in the discharge of official duties.
R104.8.1 Legal defense. Any suit or criminal complaint instituted against an officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code or other laws or ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code shall be defended by legal representatives of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The building official or any subordinate shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code.
R104.9 Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment and devices approved by the building official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval.
R104.9.1 Materials and equipment reuse. Materials, equipment and devices shall not be reused unless such elements are in good working condition and approved.
SECTION R105—PERMITS
CRSC § 104.8 Medium relevance — show source text
[A] 104.8 Liability. The code official, member of the Board of Appeals, officer or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered personally liable, either civilly or criminally, and is hereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official duties.
[A] 104.8.1 Legal defense. Any suit or criminal complaint instituted against any officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code or other laws or ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code shall be defended by legal representatives of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The code official or any subordinate shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code.
[A] 104.9 Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment and devices approved by the code official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval.
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[A] 104.9.1 Materials and equipment reuse. Materials, equipment and devices shall not be reused unless such elements are in good working condition and approved.
SECTION 105—PERMITS
[A] 105.1 Required. Any owner or owner’s authorized agent who intends to repair, add to, alter, relocate, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or to repair, install, add, alter, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be performed, shall first make application to the code official and obtain the required permit.
[A] 105.1.1 Annual permit. Instead of an individual permit for each alteration to an already approved electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing installation, the code official is authorized to issue an annual permit on application therefor to any person, firm or corporation regularly employing one or more qualified trade persons in the building, structure, or on the premises owned or operated by the applicant for the permit.
[A] 105.1.2 Annual permit records. The person to whom an annual permit is issued shall keep a detailed record of alterations made under such annual permit. The code official shall have access to such records at all times, or such records shall be filed with the code official as designated.
[A] 105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
CRSC § 104.5 Medium relevance — show source text
[A] 104.5 Identification. The building official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code.
[A] 104.6 Notices and orders. The building official shall issue necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with this code. Notices of violations shall be in accordance with Section 114.
[A] 104.7 Official records. The building official shall keep official records as required by Sections 104.7.1 through 104.7.5. Such official records shall be retained for not less than 5 years or for as long as the building or structure to which such records relate remains in existence, unless otherwise provided by other regulations.
[A] 104.7.1 Approvals. A record of approvals shall be maintained by the building official and shall be available for public inspection during business hours in accordance with applicable laws.
[A] 104.7.2 Inspections. The building official shall keep a record of each inspection made, including notices and orders issued, showing the findings and disposition of each.
[A] 104.7.3 Code alternatives and modifications. Application for alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment in accordance with Section 104.2.3; modifications in accordance with Section 104.2.4; and documentation of the final decision of the building official for either shall be in writing and shall be retained in the official records.
[A] 104.7.4 Tests. The building official shall keep a record of tests conducted to comply with Sections 104.2.2.4 and 104.2.3.5.
[A] 104.7.5 Fees. The building official shall keep a record of fees collected and refunded in accordance with Section 109.
[A] 104.8 Liability. The building official, member of the board of appeals or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered personally liable, either civilly or criminally, and is hereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of any act or omission in the discharge of official duties.
[A] 104.8.1 Legal defense. Any suit or criminal complaint instituted against any officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties under the provisions of this code or other laws or ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code shall be defended by legal representatives of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The building official or any subordinate shall not be liable for costs in an action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code.
[A] 104.9 Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment and devices approved by the building official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval.
[A] 104.9.1 Materials and equipment reuse. Materials, equipment and devices shall not be reused unless such elements are in good working condition and approved.
SECTION 105—PERMITS
CRSC § 904.2 Medium relevance — show source text
[California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §904.2(c)] Testing and Maintenance Requirements.
(c) Records of all testing and maintenance shall be retained on the premises by the building or system owner for a period of five years after the next required test or maintenance.
[California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §904.2(j)] Testing and Maintenance Requirements.
(j) It is the responsibility of the contractor, company or licensee to provide a written report of the test and maintenance results to the building owner and the local fire authority having jurisdiction at the completion of the testing and maintenance.
901.6.3.1 Records information. Initial records shall include the name of the installation contractor, type of components installed, manufacturer of the components, location and number of components installed per floor. Records shall include the manufacturers’ operation and maintenance instruction manuals. Such records shall be maintained for the life of the installation.
901.7 Systems out of service. Where a required fire protection system is out of service, the fire department and the fire code official shall be notified immediately and, where required by the fire code official, the building shall be either evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shutdown until the fire protection system has been returned to service.
Where utilized, fire watches shall be provided with not less than one approved means for notification of the fire department and their only duty shall be to perform constant patrols of the protected premises and keep watch for fires.
Exception: Facilities with an approved notification and impairment management program. The notification and impairment program for water-based fire protection systems shall comply with California NFPA 25.
[California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §904.1(c)] Inspection Requirements.
(c) The owner or occupant shall promptly correct or repair deficiencies, damaged parts or impairments found while performing the inspection, test and maintenance requirements of this standard. Recalled products shall be replaced or remedied. Such replacement or remedial product shall be installed in accordance with the listing requirements, the manufacturer’s instructions and the appropri- ate NFPA installation standards. A recalled product is a product subject to a statute or administrative regulation specifically requiring the manufacturer, importer, distributor, wholesaler or retailer of a product, or any combination of such entities, to recall the product, or a product voluntarily recalled by a combination of such entities.
[California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §904.2(d)] Testing and Maintenance Requirements.
(d) The building or system owner shall ensure immediate correction of any deficiencies noted during the service. A tag or label shall be affixed to a system only after all deficiencies have been corrected. The owner or occupant shall promptly correct or repair deficien- cies, damaged parts or impairments found while performing the inspection, test and maintenance requirements of this standard. Recalled products shall be replaced or remedied. Such replacement or remedial product shall be installed in accordance with the list- ing requirements, the manufacturer’s instructions and the appropriate NFPA installation standards. A recalled product is a product subject to a statute or administrative regulation specifically requiring the manufacturer, importer, distributor, wholesaler or retailer of a product, or any combination of such entities, to recall the product, or a product voluntarily recalled by a combination of such entities.
[California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §904.2(e)] Testing and Maintenance Requirements.
CRSC § 1206.3 Medium relevance — show source text
1206.3 Equipment. Stationary fuel cell power systems shall comply with the following:
- Prepackaged fuel cell power systems shall be listed and labeled in accordance with CSA FC 1.
- The modules and components in a preengineered fuel cell power system shall be listed and labeled in accordance with CSA FC 1 and interconnected to complete the assembly of the system at the job site in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the module and component listings.
- Field-fabricated fuel cell power systems shall be approved based on a review of the technical report provided in accordance with Section 104.2.2. The report shall be prepared by and bear the stamp of a registered design professional and shall include:
3.1. A fire risk evaluation.
3.2. An evaluation demonstrating that modules and components in the fuel cell power system comply with applicable requirements in CSA FC 1. 3.3. Documentation of the fuel cell power system’s compliance with applicable NFPA 2 and NFPA 853 construction requirements.
1206.4 Installation. Stationary fuel cell power systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the California Electrical Code and NFPA 853, the manufacturer’s installation instructions, and the listing. Stationary fuel cell power systems fueled by hydrogen shall be installed and maintained in accordance with NFPA 2 and the California Electrical Code, the manufacturer’s installation instructions and the listing.
1206.5 Residential use. Stationary fuel cell power systems shall not be installed in Group R-3 and R-4 buildings, or dwelling units associated with Group R-2 buildings unless they are specifically listed for residential use.
Exception: The temporary use of a fuel cell-powered electric vehicle to power a Group R-3 or R-4 building while parked shall comply with Section 1206.13.
1206.6 Indoor installations. Stationary fuel cell power systems installed in indoor locations shall comply with Sections 1206.6 through 1206.6.2. For purposes of this section, an indoor location includes a roof and 50 percent or greater enclosing walls.
1206.6.1 Listed. Stationary fuel cell power systems installed indoors shall be specifically listed and labeled for indoor use.
1206.6.2 Separation. Rooms containing stationary fuel cell power systems shall be separated from the following occupancies by fire barriers or horizontal assemblies, or both, constructed in accordance with the California Building Code .
- Group B, F, M, S and U occupancies by 1-hour fire-resistance-rated construction.
- Group A, E, I and R occupancies by 2-hour fire-resistance-rated construction.
Exception: Stationary fuel cell power systems with an aggregate rating less than 50 kW shall not be required to be separated from other occupancies provided that the systems comply with Section 9.3 of NFPA 853.
1206.6.3 Gas detection systems. Stationary fuel cell power systems shall be provided with a gas detection system. Detection shall be provided in approved locations in the fuel cell power system enclosure, the exhaust system or the room that encloses the fuel cell power system. The system shall be designed to activate at a flammable gas concentration of not more than 25 percent of the lower flammable limit (LFL).
1206.6.3.1 System activation. The activation of the gas detection system shall automatically:
- Close valves between the gas supply and the fuel cell power system.
- Shut down the fuel cell power system.
- Initiate local audible and visible alarms in approved locations.
CRSC § 33.1 Medium relevance — show source text
Publication Date: 03/23/2021 Effective Date: 03/23/2021 Rev. 2c
Compliance Requirement/Regulatory Commitment
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 49, Transportation, Part 192—Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline: Minimum Federal Safety Standards
Records and Information Management:
Information or records generated by this procedure must be managed in accordance with the Enterprise Records and Information (ERIM) Policy, Standards and Enterprise Records Retention Schedule (ERRS). Refer to GOV-7101S, “Enterprise Records and Information Management Standard,” and related standards. Management of records includes, but is not limited to:
Integrity
Storage
Retention and Disposition
Classification and Protection
References
ASTM D638, “Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics”
ASTM D1785-89, “Standard Specification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedules 40, 80 and 120”
ASTM D2513 - 18a, “Standard Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Gas Pressure Pipe, Tubing, and Fittings”
ASTM F512, “Standard Specification for Smooth Wall Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Conduit and Fittings for Underground Installation”
Engineering Material Specification 64, “Specification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Conduits and Fittings”
Engineering Material Specification 2503, “Specifications for Furnishing and Delivery of Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Piping”
Gas Design Standard A-33.1, “Plastic Gas Lines on Bridge Structures”
Gas Design Standard A-36, “Design and Construction Requirements – Gas Lines and Related Facilities”
Gas Design Standard A-70, “Casings for Highway and Railroad Crossings”
Gas Design Standard A-81, “Plugs and Caps for Non-Pressurized Gas Pipelines”
Gas Design Standard A-90, “Plastic Main and Service Installation”
Gas Design Standard A-90.2, “Locating Wire Installation for Direct Burial Plastic Mains and Services”
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TD-4001P-01-F01, Gas Design Standard (GDS) Template
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Gas Service and Mains in Plastic Casing A-75
Publication Date: 03/23/2021 Effective Date: 03/23/2021 Rev. 2c
References (continued)
Gas Design Standard A-90.3, “Locating Wire Installation for Inserted Plastic Mains and Services”
Gas Design Standard A-93, “Polyethylene Pipe Specifications and Design Considerations”
Gas Design Standard A-93.1, “Plastic Gas Distribution System Construction and Maintenance”
Gas Design Standard A-93.3, “Excess Flow Valves”
Gas Design Standard B-90, “Plastic System Socket and Butt Fusion Fittings”
Gas Design Standard B-90.2, “Plastic System Accessories”
Gas Design Standard D-34, “Qualifications for Joining Plastic Pipe”
Gas Rule 15, “Gas Main Extensions”
Gas Rule 16, “Gas Service Extensions”
Numbered Document 058548, “Repairing Plastic Conduit and Fittings”
Numbered Document 062288, “Underground Conduits”
Utility Procedure TD-4170P-31, “Heat Iron Socket Fusion for Polyethylene Pipe”
CRSC § 12-13 Medium relevance — show source text
PERFORMANCE TESTS
Sec. 12-13-1559.
The Commission may conduct, or may contract with others to conduct, independent performance tests of representative samples of insulation sold in the state to determine compliance with standards adopted pursuant to Chapter 10.5 of the California Public Resources Code . Such tests shall form the basis for instituting enforcement proceedings.
Authority: Section 25218 (e), Public Resources Code.
Reference: Section 25926, Public Resources Code.
HISTORY:
- Amendment filed 8-10-81; designated effective 9-22-81 (Register 81, No. 33).
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STANDARDS FOR INSULATING MATERIAL
COSTS OF INSPECTION AND TESTING (RESERVED)
Sec. 12-13-1560.
Authority: Section 25218 (e), Public Resources Code.
Reference: Section 25926, Public Resources Code.
HISTORY:
- Repealer filed 8-10-81; designated effective 9-22-81 (Register 81, No. 33).
ENFORCEMENT (RESERVED)
Sec. 12-13-1561.
Authority: Section 25218 (e), Public Resources Code.
Reference: Section 25931, Public Resources Code.
HISTORY:
- Repealer filed 6-26-79; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 79, No. 26).
RELEASE OF INFORMATION
Sec. 12-13-1562.
Persons submitting information to the Commission who wish information to be kept confidential shall comply with the provisions of Sections 2501-2511 of the Public Resources Code.
Authority: Section 25218(e), Public Resources Code.
Reference: Sections 25223 and 25921.1, Public Resources Code.
HISTORY:
- Amendment filed 8-10-81; designated effective 9-22-81 (Register 81, No. 33).
LIABILITY
Sec. 12-13-1563.
Nothing in this article shall be construed as imposing responsibility on manufacturers for misuse of properly labeled insulation.
Authority: Section 25218(e), Public Resources Code.
Reference: Sections 25926 and 25931, Public Resources Code.
HISTORY:
- Amendment filed 8-10-81; designated effective 9-22-81 (Register 81, No. 33).
INSULATING EXISTING BUILDINGS
Sec. 12-13-1564.
(a) On or after March 25, 1982, if insulating material is installed in an existing building, in any of the applications specified in California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 6, Section 118, the installing contractor shall certify that the amount of insulation installed meets or exceeds the requirements of Part 6, Section 118 for that application. Such certification shall be made on completion of the installation by posting in a conspicuous location a certificate signed under penalty of perjury.
CRSC § 104.5 Medium relevance — show source text
[A] 104.5 Identification. The fire code official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code.
[A] 104.6 Notices and orders. The fire code official shall issue necessary notices or orders to ensure compliance with this code. Notices of violations shall be in accordance with Section 113.
[A] 104.7 Official records. The fire code official shall keep official records as required by Sections 104.7.1 through 104.7.6. Such official records shall be retained for not less than 5 years or for as long as the building or structure to which such records relate remains in existence, unless otherwise provided by other regulations.
[A] 104.7.1 Approvals. A record of approvals shall be maintained by the fire code official and shall be available for public inspection during business hours in accordance with applicable laws.
[A] 104.7.2 Inspections. The fire code official shall keep a record of each inspection made, including notices and orders issued, showing the findings and disposition of each.
104.7.3 Fire records. The fire code official shall keep a record of fires occurring within its jurisdiction and of facts concerning the same, including statistics as to the extent of such fires and the damage caused thereby, together with other information as required by the fire code official.
[A] 104.7.4 Code alternatives and modifications. Application for alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment in accordance with Section 104.2.3; modifications in accordance with Section 104.2.4; and documentation of the final decision of the fire code official for either shall be in writing and shall be retained in the official records.
[A] 104.7.5 Tests. The fire code official shall keep a record of tests conducted to comply with Sections 104.2.2.4 and 104.2.3.5.
[A] 104.7.6 Fees. The fire code official shall keep a record of fees collected and refunded in accordance with Section 108.
[A] 104.8 Liability. The fire code official, member of the board of appeals, officer or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction, in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered personally liable, either civilly or criminally, and is hereby relieved from all personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official duties.
[A] 104.8.1 Legal defense. Any suit or criminal complaint instituted against any officer or employee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and under the provisions of this code or other laws or ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code shall be defended by the legal representatives of the jurisdiction until the final termination of the proceedings. The fire code official or any subordinate shall not be liable for costs in an action, suit or proceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code; and any officer of the department of fire prevention, acting in
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CRSC § 1.5. Medium relevance — show source text
May appear on the installation wiring diagram. K. Reference to a specific model number or description of the instrument to be used for checking the sensitivity of the detector. May appear on the installation wiring diagram. L. A detector intended for permanent connection only to a wiring system other than metal-clad cable or conduit shall be marked to indicate the system or systems for which it is suitable. The marking shall be so located that it will be visible when power-supply connections to the detector are made or may appear on the installation wiring diagram. M. The State Fire Marshal’s listing label if required by Article 1.5. N. A detector which is not intended to be painted in the field shall be marked on the outside “DO NOT PAINT.” 2. An installation wiring diagram shall be provided with each detector illustrating the field connections to be made. The drawing may be attached to the unit or, if separate, shall be referenced in the marking attached to the unit with the drawing number and issue number and/or date.
- The drawing shall show a pictorial view of the installation terminals or leads to which field connections are made as they would appear when viewed during an installation and the minimum internal dimensions of a back box, if not provided with the detector, shall be specified. The terminal numbers on the detector shall agree with the numbers on the drawing. A drawing not attached to the detector unit shall be marked with the name or identifying symbol of the manufacturer’s or vendor’s drawing number, and an issue number and/or date.
- The following marking information is required to appear on the detector or the installation wiring diagram for the applicable circuits to which field connections are made. Where an electrical rating is indicated, it may be omitted if reference is made for connection to a specific control unit or equivalent. A. Supply circuit. Voltage, current or watts, and frequency. B. Initiating device circuit connections. For detectors intended to be connected only to the initiating device circuit of a fire alarm system control unit, at least two detectors shall be shown connected to a typical initiating device circuit. For a detector intended only for releasing device service, a typical connection shall be shown. For a detector suitable for both application, typical connections representing both types of connections shall be illustrated. C. Supplementary circuits. Voltage, current or watts, and frequency rating.
- Technical bulletin. A technical bulletin shall be provided by the manufacturer for each installation to be used as a reference by the installer. The bulletin shall include the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding typical detector locations. The information shall include guidelines on detector location, spacings, maintenance, servicing tests, etc., under various environmental conditions and physical configurations. Some conditions for which guidelines are required are:
A. Temperature B. Humidity C. Corrosive atmospheres D. Air movement (ventilating and air-conditioning systems) E. High ceilings F. Sloped ceilings G. Girder ceiling construction H. Small and large bays I. Open joist construction J. High stock piling K. Conditions produced by manufacturing processes 6. Detailed information shall be provided regarding the use of the facilities provided on the detector to monitor the sensitivity. Typical information that shall be provided includes: A. Nominal reading under clear condition B. Nominal reading when close to alarm C. Nominal reading at alarm condition D. Guidelines on instrument use for an engineering survey, installation and maintenance 7. Information regarding locations where not to install detectors shall also be provided to minimize the possibility of false alarms.
CRSC § 10-09 Medium relevance — show source text
. . . . . . . . G.O. 112-E California Code of Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Title 24 CCR2, 4, 9, National Fire Protection Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NFPA-13, 54, 70, 72, 497
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Revision Notes
Revision 03a has the following changes:
- Added section “Records.”
Revision 03 has the following changes:
Item 15 added to General Information.
Added Figures 1, 2, and 3.
Item 10 of Natural Gas Meter Room Design Requirements, removed “maximum of 10 feet” high ceiling and revised to say “the preferred height is not more than 10 feet”.
This document is part of Change 66.
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Purpose and Scope
This gas design standard describes the typical installation of a volume pulser on a gas meter to provide the customer with a volume pulse output under the terms of the Electric and Gas Monitoring Meter Pulse Agreement, Form 79-1049, “Agreement to Install Applicant Requested Common Special Facilities - Gas and Electric Rule 2.” Contact advanced metering service and support personnel for any volume pulser request and the latest copy of the pulse agreement form.
General Information
- Pulsers installed or with connections within a 15’ area of the meter-set flanges, valves, and threaded fittings must conform to NEC Class I, Division 2, Group D hazardous area requirements. Conduits must be sealed to prevent gas migration to areas classified as non-hazardous. For the purpose of this document, underground is considered non-hazardous.
Frequently asked questions
Who must keep records, and how long must they be retained?
Installers and manufacturers must maintain and make available records used for compliance and labeling; the Commission may inspect those records under the inspection provisions of the CRSC (§ 12‑13‑1558) and installers must post certificates when insulating existing buildings (§ 12‑13‑1564). State building and fire code provisions set common retention benchmarks (for example, building‑official records are commonly retained for 5 years and fire‑system service records are often kept for multi‑year periods), so check the referenced standard that applies to your product or system.
Can I ask the Commission to keep submitted information confidential?
Yes. Persons submitting information who want confidentiality must follow the procedures referenced by CRSC, which point to the Public Resources Code provisions on release of information (sections 2501–2511) and the CRSC release rule (§ 12‑13‑1562). Follow those statutory steps and mark or submit the required justification for confidential treatment.
Does the CRSC make manufacturers liable for misuse of products?
No. The CRSC explicitly states that nothing in the article shall be construed to impose responsibility on manufacturers for misuse of properly labeled insulation (§ 12‑13‑1563). For liability protections for code officials and enforcement personnel, see the applicable building and fire code administration sections.
More in California Referenced Standards Code
- Administration and scope — CRSC Chapter 12 overview
- Air filter standards (Chapter 12‑71)
- Building and facility access / accessibility standards (Chapters 12‑11A, 12‑11B)
- Engineering regulations — quality and design of construction materials (12‑16 series)
- Exits and means of egress (Chapters 12‑10 series)
- Protective signaling systems and detectors (Chapters 12‑72‑1, ‑2, ‑3)
- Radiation shielding standards (Chapter 12‑31C)
- Referenced standards index / cross‑reference table (Part 12 listing of referenced standards)
- Releasing systems for security bars (egress-release standards)
- Standards for insulating materials (Chapter 12‑13)
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