Manual actuator: required location, access, and prohibitions

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• CRSC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

  Exception: The security bars shall be allowed to be provided separately if the instruction manual complies with Section 12-3-13.2.

  12-3-3.2 The system shall be of a type capable of being readily maintained in proper operating condition.

  12-3-3.3 The system shall be designed to immediately unlatch the security bars when actuated. It shall be able to be operated from the inside of a building by the occupants without the use of tools, keys, or special knowledge or effort.

  12-3-3.4 The manual actuator used to release the security bars shall be designed to be mounted inside the dwelling unit for operation by the occupants. Covers or other barriers that can obstruct access to actuators shall not be provided if they inhibit the proper operation of the system.

  12-3-3.5 The release mechanism shall not depend on springs to release the latch, although springs are allowed to be provided to assist in the operation.

  12-3-3.6 The system shall be designed to prevent it from being locked in a closed position with a pad lock or similar device.

  12-3-3.7 Systems provided with an automatic actuating mechanism shall also include a manual release system that complies with these requirements. The automatic actuation portion of the system, even in the event of its failure, shall not inhibit operation of the manual releasing system.

  12-3-3.8 Manual actuation of the system shall release the security bars quickly and with simple, easily understood and intuitive motions. The system shall be capable of being operated in all lighting conditions.

  12-3-3.9 Manual actuation of the system shall not require two different forces to be applied at the same time, such as applying force to the actuator while also pushing on the bars. 12-3-3.10 When fully opened, the assembly shall provide a minimum clear opening of not less than 5.7 square feet (0.53 m [2] ) with the width not less than 20 inches (508 mm) and the height not less than 24 inches (610 mm), measured parallel to the plane of the opening.

  12-3-3.11 Security bars shall be constructed so that they do not swing up to open. They shall not include projections that can easily snag the clothing of those escaping through the opening.

  12-3-3.12 Security bars shall have been constructed such that a sphere 4 inches (102 mm) in diameter shall not pass through any opening and shall not create other potential head entrapment hazards.

  SECTION 12-3-4—MATERIALS

  12-3-4.1 The materials employed shall have adequate mechanical strength to perform their expected function.

  12-3-4.2 O-rings, gaskets and seals shall comply with UL Standard 157, 1996 Edition. Polymeric materials shall comply with UL Standard 746C, 1995 Edition, Section 25-27.

  Exception: O-rings, gaskets, seals and polymeric materials that are used as decorative parts, or whose failure will not affect the ability of the system to comply with these requirements.

  12-3-4.3 Components constructed of dissimilar metals shall not be used in applications where contact between them is likely to cause galvanic corrosion. The materials employed shall reduce the likelihood of the release mechanism becoming inoperative due to corrosion.

• CRSC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

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  12-3-2.4.2 Escape. For the purposes of these requirements, escape refers to movement of occupants from the interior of a residential dwelling unit to a safe point outside of the dwelling unit during an emergency fire condition.

  12-3-2.4.3 Emergency means of escape. A passage independent of and remote from the primary means of escape that provides a means of travel from living and sleeping spaces inside a dwelling unit to the outside.

  12-3-2.4.4 Means of escape. A concept included in building codes that, in most cases, requires sleeping rooms and living areas in dwelling units to be provided with at least one primary means of escape and one secondary means of escape to the outside.

  12-3-2.4.5 Primary means of escape. A door, stairway or ramp providing a means of unobstructed travel from living spaces inside a dwelling unit to the outside at street or ground level.

  12-3-2.4.6 Security bars. For the purposes of these requirements, the term “security bars” includes “burglar bars” and refers to metal and other bars, grilles, grates and other barriers that are designed to provide security for doors and windows in dwelling units. The purpose of security bars, by their mere presence on a building, is to deter a potential forced entry into the dwelling.

  CONSTRUCTION

  SECTION 12-3-3—ASSEMBLY

  12-3-3.1 Security bar releasing systems consist of the security bars, latches, manual actuators, cables, connectors, hinges and mounting hardware. The entire system shall be packaged in a single container. Standard mounting hardware including screws, bolts and washers are allowed to be provided separately.

  Exception: The security bars shall be allowed to be provided separately if the instruction manual complies with Section 12-3-13.2.

  12-3-3.2 The system shall be of a type capable of being readily maintained in proper operating condition.

  12-3-3.3 The system shall be designed to immediately unlatch the security bars when actuated. It shall be able to be operated from the inside of a building by the occupants without the use of tools, keys, or special knowledge or effort.

  12-3-3.4 The manual actuator used to release the security bars shall be designed to be mounted inside the dwelling unit for operation by the occupants. Covers or other barriers that can obstruct access to actuators shall not be provided if they inhibit the proper operation of the system.

  12-3-3.5 The release mechanism shall not depend on springs to release the latch, although springs are allowed to be provided to assist in the operation.

  12-3-3.6 The system shall be designed to prevent it from being locked in a closed position with a pad lock or similar device.

  12-3-3.7 Systems provided with an automatic actuating mechanism shall also include a manual release system that complies with these requirements. The automatic actuation portion of the system, even in the event of its failure, shall not inhibit operation of the manual releasing system.

  12-3-3.8 Manual actuation of the system shall release the security bars quickly and with simple, easily understood and intuitive motions. The system shall be capable of being operated in all lighting conditions.

• CRSC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

  12-3-8.2.1 The average force required to unlatch finger-actuated systems shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N) over the five attempts. The force required to unlatch the system during any of the attempts shall not exceed 10 pounds (44 N).

  12-3-8.2.2 The average force required to unlatch hand-actuated systems shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N) over the five attempts. The force required to unlatch the system during any of the attempts shall not exceed 10 pounds (44 N).

  12-3-8.2.3 The average force required to unlatch foot-actuated systems shall not exceed 15 pounds (66 N) over the five attempts. The force required to unlatch the system during any of the attempts shall not exceed 30 pounds (132 N).

  12-3-8.3 In lieu of complying with Section 12-3-8.2, foot-actuated systems designed to be operated by a kick shall successfully unlatch and disengage the latching mechanism each of five times when subjected to the following impact. The impact shall be applied by swinging a 25-pound (11.4 kg) weight on a 4-foot (1.2 m) pendulum from 10 inches (254 mm) away, measured horizontally. The point of impact on the foot actuator shall be at the bottom of the pendulum swing.

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  12-3-8.4 Once the system is unlatched, a maximum force required to set the security bars in motion shall not exceed 30 pounds (132 N), and the maximum force required to open the security bars to the minimum required width shall not exceed 15 pounds (66 N).

  SECTION 12-3-9—ENDURANCE TEST

  12-3-9.1 A sample of the security bar releasing system shall function as intended during 250 cycles of operation without failure or excessive wear of the parts, including serving or fraying of individual cable wires. Following the cycling, the system shall be subjected to the Operation Test.

  12-3-9.2 The system shall be operated and reset as described in the manufacturer's operating instructions. As part of the cycling, it is only necessary to unlatch, disengage and reset the system, and not open the security bars to the full open position. The cycling rate shall not exceed 30 cycles per minute.

  SECTION 12-3-10—ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE TEST

  12-3-10.1 After each of the following exposures, test assemblies shall be subjected to the Manual Actuation Test. The test shall be performed while the test assemblies are in the test chambers, or immediately after their removal from the test chamber. Opening forces after these conditionings shall not exceed the values shown in Section 12-3-8.2 or 12-3-8.3. A single sample shall be subjected to each exposure. The same sample, or different sample, shall be allowed to be used for each exposure condition.

  12-3-10.2 Elevated ambient. Samples shall be conditioned in a 120°F (49°C) environment for 24 hours.

  12-3-10.3 Low ambient. Samples shall be conditioned in a 32°F (0°C) environment for 24 hours.

• CRSC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

  12-3-13.2 When the releasing mechanism assembly is provided separately from the security bar assembly in accordance with Section 12-3-3.1, the instruction manual shall describe the compatible security bars that have been investigated and found suitable for use with the releasing assembly. Security bars shall be identified by the manufacturer’s name and model number and maximum dimensions.

  12-3-13.3 The installation instructions shall include directions on mounting the actuator inside the room at a height not exceeding 48 inches (1.2 m) from the finished floor.

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  12-4A LABORATORY ANIMAL QUARTERS STANDARDS

  STANDARD 12-4A-1

  DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

  Authority: Sections 102, 208 and 25811.

  Reference: Sections 102, 208 and 436.5.

  LABORATORY ANIMAL QUARTERS

  Sec. 12-4A-101. Laboratory animal quarters shall comply with Chapter IV, “Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals,” U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare, Publication Number 85-23, Revised 1985.

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  12-4-1 STAGE AND PLATFORMS

  SMOKE OR HEAT VENTILATORS

  STANDARD 12-4-1

  STATE FIRE MARSHAL

  SMOKE OR HEAT VENTILATORS

  Sec. 12-4-100.

  (a) Application. The minimum design, construction and performance standard set forth herein for stage and platform smoke or heat ventilators are those deemed necessary to establish conformance to the provisions of these regulations.

  (b) Scope. This standard covers ventilators and shutters designed to open under conditions of excessive smoke or heat to provide openings for the release to the atmosphere of accumulated smoke or heat.

  A smoke or heat ventilator covered by this standard consists of a prefabricated frame of metal or other noncombustible materials; a cover of noncombustible or plastic materials; an automatic releasing device; and the control rigging. The control rigging may include electrically operated units for normal opening and closing.

  (c) Tested and listed component parts. Component parts, devices, combinations of devices and electrical equipment which have been tested and listed by an approved testing agency for the intended purpose need not be individually retested. Such individually tested and listed component parts, devices and equipment shall be subjected to the performance standard tests to determine their suitability for use in the smoke or heat ventilator.

  (d) Alternate constructions. Ventilators having materials or forms of construction differing from this standard may be investigated and tested in accordance with these regulations, and if found to be substantially equivalent in performance may be given recognition for approval.

• CRSC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

  SECTION 12-3-11—ABUSE TEST

  12-3-11.1 A sample shall comply with the Manual Actuation Test requirements in Sections 12-3-8.2 and 12-3-8.3 after being subjected to the simulated abuse provided in Section 12-3-11.2.

  12-3-11.2 The sample shall be subject to six impacts of 5 feet-pounds (6.8 N · m) each applied with a 2-inch diameter (51 mm) steel ball on portions of the release system that are most likely to adversely affect the operation of the system.

  MARKINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

  SECTION 12-3-12—MARKINGS

  12-3-12.1 Security bars and the latching mechanism shall be permanently marked with the company name, model number and date of manufacture. When a manufacturer produces assemblies at more than one factory, each such assembly shall have a distinctive marking to identify it as the product of a particular factory.

  12-3-12.2 Symbols or diagrams shall be marked on the manual actuator to identify how to manually release the security bars. The diagram or symbols shall be readily visible to occupants when the assembly is mounted as intended.

  12-3-12.3 Security bars and the latching mechanism shall be marked with the name or logo of the testing agency certifying to compliance of the products with this standard, and identification of the standard as SFM SB-2000.

  12-3-12.4 Adhesive-backed labels used to provide required markings shall be suitable for the application and shall comply with UL Standard 969, 1995 Edition.

  SECTION 12-3-13—INSTRUCTION MANUAL

  12-3-13.1 Installation and operating instructions shall be provided with each system. Installation instructions shall describe how to install and initially test the system, and provide periodic testing and maintenance. Operating instructions shall be provided that include diagrams, drawing and symbols describing how to operate the system and escape in the event of a fire or other emergency.

  12-3-13.2 When the releasing mechanism assembly is provided separately from the security bar assembly in accordance with Section 12-3-3.1, the instruction manual shall describe the compatible security bars that have been investigated and found suitable for use with the releasing assembly. Security bars shall be identified by the manufacturer’s name and model number and maximum dimensions.

  12-3-13.3 The installation instructions shall include directions on mounting the actuator inside the room at a height not exceeding 48 inches (1.2 m) from the finished floor.

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  12-4A LABORATORY ANIMAL QUARTERS STANDARDS

  STANDARD 12-4A-1

  DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES

  Authority: Sections 102, 208 and 25811.

  Reference: Sections 102, 208 and 436.5.

  LABORATORY ANIMAL QUARTERS

  Sec. 12-4A-101. Laboratory animal quarters shall comply with Chapter IV, “Guide for Care and Use of Laboratory Animals,” U.S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare, Publication Number 85-23, Revised 1985.

• CRSC § 6.1507 Medium relevance — show source text

  LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature (°F)
  2. Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F)
  Kadj = 6.1507 – 0.30244(×) + 0.0062692(×)2 – 0.000045595(×)3
  where× = Condenser DT + LIFT
  COPadj = Kadj * COPstd|1. LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature (°F)
  2. Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F)
  Kadj = 6.1507 – 0.30244(×) + 0.0062692(×)2 – 0.000045595(×)3
  where× = Condenser DT + LIFT
  COPadj = Kadj * COPstd|1. LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature (°F)
  2. Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F)
  Kadj = 6.1507 – 0.30244(×) + 0.0062692(×)2 – 0.000045595(×)3
  where× = Condenser DT + LIFT
  COPadj = Kadj * COPstd|1. LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature (°F)
  2. Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F)
  Kadj = 6.1507 – 0.30244(×) + 0.0062692(×)2 – 0.000045595(×)3
  where× = Condenser DT + LIFT
  COPadj = Kadj * COPstd|1. LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature (°F)
  2. Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F)
  Kadj = 6.1507 – 0.30244(×) + 0.0062692(×)2 – 0.000045595(×)3
  where× = Condenser DT + LIFT
  COPadj = Kadj * COPstd|1. LIFT = Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Leaving Chilled Water Temperature (°F)
  2. Condenser DT = Leaving Condenser Water Temperature (°F) – Entering Condenser Water Temperature (°F)
  Kadj = 6.1507 – 0.30244(×) + 0.0062692(×)2 – 0.000045595(×)3
  where× = Condenser DT + LIFT
  COPadj = Kadj * COPstd|

  A6.207.1.2 Controls for heat pumps with supplementary electric resistance heaters. Heat pumps with supplementary electric resistance heaters shall have controls:

  A6.207.1.2.1 That prevent supplementary heater operation when the heating load can be met by the heat pump alone; and

• CRSC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

  12-3-3.11 Security bars shall be constructed so that they do not swing up to open. They shall not include projections that can easily snag the clothing of those escaping through the opening.

  12-3-3.12 Security bars shall have been constructed such that a sphere 4 inches (102 mm) in diameter shall not pass through any opening and shall not create other potential head entrapment hazards.

  SECTION 12-3-4—MATERIALS

  12-3-4.1 The materials employed shall have adequate mechanical strength to perform their expected function.

  12-3-4.2 O-rings, gaskets and seals shall comply with UL Standard 157, 1996 Edition. Polymeric materials shall comply with UL Standard 746C, 1995 Edition, Section 25-27.

  Exception: O-rings, gaskets, seals and polymeric materials that are used as decorative parts, or whose failure will not affect the ability of the system to comply with these requirements.

  12-3-4.3 Components constructed of dissimilar metals shall not be used in applications where contact between them is likely to cause galvanic corrosion. The materials employed shall reduce the likelihood of the release mechanism becoming inoperative due to corrosion.

  12-3-4.4 Ferrous metal parts shall be 300 series stainless steel or protected against corrosion using minimum G60 or A60 hot-dipped mil galvanization, 0.0104 mm thick zinc coating, 0.0127 mm thick cadmium coating or two coats of organic outdoor paint.

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  12-3-4.5 Manual actuators.

  12-3-4.5.1 Security bar releasing assembly mechanisms shall include a manual actuation mechanism that is capable of unlatching the security bars so that they can be opened by the occupants. The actuating force shall be applied in one of the following

  manners:

  Finger actuated: Pushing with the index finger or pulling a loop with the index finger in a curled position.

  Hand actuated: Pulling, pushing, twisting, rotating or turning a lever, knob, handle, rod or similar actuator with the hand or multiple fingers.

  Foot actuated: Kicking, depressing or stepping on an actuating pedal, lever, stirrup or similar actuator.

  12-3-4.5.2 On foot-actuated systems, only a single foot motion shall be used to disengage the bar assembly from the latch. On finger- and hand-actuated systems, one or two distinct hand or finger motions shall be used to disengage the bar assembly from the latch.

  12-3-4.5.3 Releasing the actuator after the latch has been disengaged from the bar assembly shall not reengage the bar assembly.

  12-3-4.5.4 No features or methods shall be provided or referenced in the instruction manual to inhibit the operation of the releasing mechanism.

  12-3-4.6 Cables and connectors.

  12-3-4.6.1 Cables connecting actuators to latches and release mechanisms shall only be used in applications where the force transmitted by them during normal operation is less than [ 1] / 10 the manufacturer’s rated working tension or compression.

• CRSC § 12-7 Medium relevance — show source text

  CHAPTER 12-7-1 FIRE-RESISTIVE STANDARDS. . . . . . . . . . 13

  CHAPTER 12-7-2 FIRE-RESISTIVE STANDARDS

  RESERVED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

  CHAPTER 12-7-3 FIRE-RESISTIVE STANDARDS. . . . . . . . . . 25

  CHAPTER 12-7-4 FIRE-RESISTIVE STANDARDS. . . . . . . . . . 31

  CHAPTER 12-7-5 FIRE-RESISTIVE STANDARDS. . . . . . . . . . 35

  CHAPTER 12-7A MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION

  METHODS FOR EXTERIOR WILDFIRE

  EXPOSURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

  CHAPTER 12-8-1 FIRE-RESISTIVE STANDARDS FOR

  FIRE PROTECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

  APPENDIX 12-8-1A CALCULATION OF THE TOTAL RATE

  OF HEAT AND CARBON MONOXIDE OR

  CARBON DIOXIDE PRODUCTION . . . . . . . 63

  APPENDIX 12-8-1B GUIDE TO MOUNTING TECHNIQUES FOR

  WALL AND CEILING INTERIOR FINISH

  MATERIAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

  CHAPTER 12-10-1 EXITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

  CHAPTER 12-10-2 EXITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

  CHAPTER 12-10-3 EXITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

  CHAPTERS 12-11A AND 12-11B

  BUILDING AND FACILITY ACCESS

  SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

  CHAPTER 12-12 RESERVED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

  CHAPTER 12-13 STANDARDS FOR INSULATING

  MATERIAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

  CHAPTER 12-16-1 ENGINEERING REGULATIONS—QUALITY

  AND DESIGN OF THE MATERIALS OF

  CONSTRUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

  CHAPTER 12-16-2 ENGINEERING REGULATIONS—QUALITY

  AND DESIGN OF THE MATERIALS OF

  CONSTRUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

• CRSC § 503.7.1 Medium relevance — show source text

  ** Heat pumps equipped with internal electric resistance heaters shall have controls that prevent supplemental heater operation where the heating load is capable of being met by the heat pump alone during both steady-state operation and setback recovery. Supplemental heater operation shall be permitted during outdoor coil defrost cycles. Exception: Heat pumps whose minimum efficiency is regulated by U.S. National Appliance Energy Conservation Act (NAECA) and whose ratings are in accordance with the requirements shown in Table E 503.7.1(2) and includes the use of an internal electric resistance heating. [ASHRAE 90.1:6.4.3.5] E 503.4.6.7 Humidification and Dehumidifica- tion Control. Humidification and dehumidification

  control shall be in accordance with Section E 503.4.6.7.1 through Section E 503.4.6.7.3. E 503.4.6.7.1 Dehumidification. Humidistatic controls shall not use mechanical cooling to reduce the humidity below the lower of a dew point of 55°F (12.8°C) or relative humidity of 60 percent in the coldest zone served by the system. Exceptions: (1) Lower humidity shall be permitted when operating mechanical cooling for temperature control.

  (2) Systems serving zones where specific humidity levels are required, such as museums and hospitals, and approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction or required by accreditation standards, and where humidistatic controls are capable of and configured to maintain a dead band of at least 10 percent relative humidity where no active humidification or dehumidification takes place.

  (3) Systems serving zones where humidity levels are required to be maintained with precision of not more than ±5 percent relative humidity to comply with applicable codes or accreditation standards or as approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

  [ASHRAE 90.1:6.4.3.6.1]

  E 503.4.6.7.2 Humidification. Humidistatic controls shall not use fossil fuel or electricity to produce relative humidity above 30 percent in the warmest zone served by the system.

  Exceptions:

  (1) Systems serving zones where specific humidity levels are required, such as museums and hospitals, and approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction or required by accreditation standards, and where humidistatic controls are capable of and configured to maintain a dead band of at least 10 percent relative humidity where no active humidification or dehumidification takes place.

  TABLE E 503.4.6.4.2 MAXIMUM DAMPER LEAKAGE [1, 2]

  (cubic foot per minute per square foot) at 1.0 inch water gauge

  [ASHRAE 90.1: TABLE 6.4.3.4.3]

• CRSC § 12-3 Medium relevance — show source text

  12-3-7.2 Springs provided in the latch or on the security bars that are intended to move the security bars from the latched position shall be removed or disabled prior to the test.

  12-3-7.3 Prior to the test, the assembly shall be operated and reset a number of times to acquaint the operator with the system and its opening and reselling operation. On some systems, it may be necessary to slam, tap or otherwise carefully align the security bars in the latch to successfully reset the system into the closed position.

  12-3-7.4 In the event that the actuating mechanism or assembly does not operate as intended during each of the 10 attempts, the test assembly, mounting method, actuating motion and system resetting procedure shall be reviewed to determine a potential cause of failure. After correcting any identified problems, the set of 10 operations shall be repeated with no unsuccessful attempts.

  SECTION 12-3-8—MANUAL ACTUATION TEST

  12-3-8.1 Following the Operation Test, each of the two sample assemblies shall be operated five times, and the forces required to unlatch the system shall be measured and recorded. These forces shall not exceed the values indicated in Sections 12-3-8.2 through 12-3-8.4.

  12-3-8.2 A force gauge shall be used to apply the actuating force. The force shall be applied in the orientation anticipated by the design, using an appropriate force gauge and attachments, such as hooks, loops or probes. The gauge shall be capable of measuring the maximum force applied on each attempt. The force shall be applied in a location and fashion that is most likely to unlatch the actuator, and shall be allowed to range from a slow gradual application of force to a faster application of force of not less than 1 second in duration.

  12-3-8.2.1 The average force required to unlatch finger-actuated systems shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N) over the five attempts. The force required to unlatch the system during any of the attempts shall not exceed 10 pounds (44 N).

  12-3-8.2.2 The average force required to unlatch hand-actuated systems shall not exceed 5 pounds (22 N) over the five attempts. The force required to unlatch the system during any of the attempts shall not exceed 10 pounds (44 N).

  12-3-8.2.3 The average force required to unlatch foot-actuated systems shall not exceed 15 pounds (66 N) over the five attempts. The force required to unlatch the system during any of the attempts shall not exceed 30 pounds (132 N).

  12-3-8.3 In lieu of complying with Section 12-3-8.2, foot-actuated systems designed to be operated by a kick shall successfully unlatch and disengage the latching mechanism each of five times when subjected to the following impact. The impact shall be applied by swinging a 25-pound (11.4 kg) weight on a 4-foot (1.2 m) pendulum from 10 inches (254 mm) away, measured horizontally. The point of impact on the foot actuator shall be at the bottom of the pendulum swing.

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• CRSC § 3.1 Medium relevance — show source text

  10|23/4| |F/C-6-RC-25|6″|6″ deep (4800 psi) concrete deck;1/4″ rein-
  forcement bars at 71/2″ pitch with7/8″
  cover;3/8″ main reinforcement bars at
  31/2″ pitch perpendicular with7/8″ cover;
  13′1″ span restrained.|195
  psf|4 hrs|||7|1, 7|4| |F/C-6-RC-26|6″|6″ (4650 psi) concrete deck;1/4″ reinforce-
  ment bars at 71/2″ pitch with7/8″ cover;3/8″
  main reinforcement bars at 31/2″ pitch
  perpendicular with1/2″ cover; 13′1″ span
  restrained.|195
  psf|2 hrs
  23 min|||7|1, 2|21/4| |F/C-6-RC-27|6″|6″ deep (6050 psi) concrete deck;1/4″ rein-
  forcement bars at 71/2″ pitch with7/8″
  cover;3/8″ reinforcement bars at 31/2″
  pitch perpendicular with1/2″ cover; 13′1″
  span restrained.|195
  psf|3 hrs
  30 min|||7|1, 10|31/2| |F/C-6-RC-28|6″|6″ deep (5180 psi) concrete deck;1/4″ rein-
  forcement bars at 8″ pitch with3/4″ cover;
  1/4″ reinforcement bars at 51/2″ pitch
  perpendicular with1/2″ cover; 13′1″ span
  restrained.|150
  psf|4 hrs|||7|1, 7|4|

  2025 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE RESOURCE A-93

  on Jul 18, 2025 11:14 AM (CDT) THEREUNDER.

  RESOURCE A—GUIDELINES ON FIRE RATINGS OF ARCHAIC MATERIALS AND ASSEMBLIES

  TABLE 3.1—continued FLOOR/CEILING ASSEMBLIES—REINFORCED CONCRETE	Col2	Col3	Col4	Col5	Col6	Col7	Col8	Col9	Col10
  ITEM CODE	ASSEMBLY THICKNESS	CONSTRUCTION DETAILS	PERFORMANCE	PERFORMANCE	REFERENCE NUMBER	REFERENCE NUMBER	REFERENCE NUMBER	NOTES	REC. HOURS
  ITEM CODE	ASSEMBLY THICKNESS	CONSTRUCTION DETAILS	LOAD	TIME	PRE-BMS-92	BMS-92	POST-BMS-92	POST-BMS-92	POST-BMS-92
  F/C-6-RC-29	6″	6″ thick (4180 psi) concrete deck; 4″ × 3″ × 10 lbs R.S.J.; 2′6″ C.R.S.

• CRSC § 104.1 Medium relevance — show source text

  [A] 104.1 General. The building official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of this code.

  [A] 104.2 Determination of compliance. The building official shall have the authority to determine compliance with this code, to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and procedures in order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures:

  1. Shall be in compliance with the intent and purpose of this code.
  2. Shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code.

  [A] 104.2.1 Listed compliance. Where this code or a referenced standard requires equipment, materials, products or services to be listed and a listing standard is specified, the listing shall be based on the specified standard. Where a listing standard is not specified, the listing shall be based on an approved listing criteria. Listings shall be germane to the provision requiring the listing. Installation shall be in accordance with the listing and the manufacturer’s instructions, and where required to verify compliance, the listing standard and manufacturer’s instructions shall be made available to the building official.

  [A] 104.2.2 Technical assistance. To determine compliance with this code, the building official is authorized to determine compliance with this code, to require the owner or owner’s authorized agent to provide a technical opinion and report.

  [A] 104.2.2.1 Cost. A technical opinion and report shall be provided without charge to the jurisdiction.

  [A] 104.2.2.2 Preparer qualifications. The technical opinion and report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer, specialist, laboratory or specialty organization acceptable to the building official. The building official is authorized to require design submittals to be prepared by, and bear the stamp of, a registered design professional.

  [A] 104.2.2.3 Content. The technical opinion and report shall analyze the properties of the design, operation or use of the building or premises and the facilities and appurtenances situated thereon to identify and propose necessary recommendations.

  [A] 104.2.2.4 Tests. Where there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this code, the building official shall have the authority to require tests as evidence of compliance. Test methods shall be as specified in this code or by other recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized test standards, the building official shall approve the testing procedures. Such tests shall be performed by a party acceptable to the building official.

  [A] 104.2.3 Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment. The provisions of this code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved.

  Exception: Performance-based alternative materials, designs or methods of construction and equipment complying with the International Code Council Performance Code . This exception shall not apply to alternative structural materials or to alternative structural designs. [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] The International Code Council Performance Code is not permitted by DSA.

  [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC & OSHPD 1, 1R, 2, 4 & 5] Alternative system shall satisfy ASCE 7 Section 1.3, unless more restrictive require- ments are established by this code for an equivalent system.

  [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] Alternative systems shall also satisfy the California Administrative Code, Section 4-304.