Special Construction, Hazards & Equipment

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• CRC § 3101.1 Medium relevance — show source text

  31 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

  User notes:

  About this chapter: Chapter 31 provides regulations for unique buildings and building elements. Those include buildings such as membrane structures, greenhouses and relocatable buildings. Special elements include pedestrian walkways and tunnels, awnings, canopies and marquees, vehicular gates, solar energy systems, public use restrooms in flood hazard areas, and intermodal shipping containers.

  ICC code development note: Code development reminder: Code change proposals to sections preceded by the designation [F] and [BE] will be considered by a code development committee meeting during the 2024 (Group A) Code Development Cycle. All other code change proposals will be considered by a code development committee meeting during the 2025 (Group B) Code Development Cycle.

  SECTION 3101—GENERAL

  3101.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern special building construction including membrane structures, temporary structures, pedestrian walkways and tunnels, awnings and canopies, marquees, signs, telecommunications and broadcast towers, swimming pools, spas and hot tubs, automatic vehicular gates, solar energy systems, greenhouses, relocatable buildings and intermodal shipping containers.

  [OSHPD 1, 1R, 2, 4 & 5] The provisions of this chapter shall govern special building construction, including membrane structures, tempo- rary structures, pedestrian walkways and tunnels, automatic vehicular gates, awnings and canopies, marquees, signs, towers, antennas, relocatable buildings, swimming pool enclosures and safety devices, solar energy systems, public use restroom buildings on publicly owned lands in flood hazard areas and intermodal shipping containers.

  SECTION 3102—MEMBRANE STRUCTURES

  3102.1 General. The provisions of Sections 3102.1 through 3102.8 shall apply to air-supported, air-inflated, membrane-covered cable, membrane-covered frame and tensile membrane structures, collectively known as membrane structures, erected for a period of 180 days or longer. Those erected for a shorter period of time shall comply with the California Fire Code . Membrane structures covering water storage facilities, water clarifiers, water treatment plants, sewage treatment plants, greenhouses and similar facilities not used for human occupancy are required to meet only the requirements of Sections 3102.3.1 and 3102.7. Membrane structures erected on a building, balcony, deck or other structure for any period of time shall comply with this section.

  3102.2 Tensile membrane structures and air-supported structures. Tensile membrane structures and air-supported structures, including permanent and temporary structures, shall be designed and constructed in accordance with ASCE 55. The provisions in Sections 3102.3 through 3102.6 shall apply.

  3102.3 Type of construction. Noncombustible membrane structures shall be classified as Type IIB construction. Noncombustible frame or cable-supported structures covered by an approved membrane in accordance with Section 3102.3.1 shall be classified as Type IIB construction. Heavy timber frame-supported structures covered by an approved membrane in accordance with Section 3102.3.1 shall be classified as Type IV-HT construction. Other membrane structures shall be classified as Type V construction.

  Exception: Plastic less than 30 feet (9144 mm) above any floor used in greenhouses, where occupancy by the general public is not authorized, and for aquaculture pond covers is not required to meet the fire propagation performance criteria of Test Method 1 or Test Method 2, as appropriate, of NFPA 701.

• CRC § 3101F.4 Medium relevance — show source text

  2. Addition of new structural components or systems at an existing MOT that are structurally independent of existing components or systems.

  3. Addition of new (nonreplacement) equipment, piping, pipelines, components or systems to an existing MOT.

  4. Major repairs or substantially modified in-place systems.

  5. Any associated major installations or modifications.

  3101F.4 Overview. This Code ensures that a MOT can be safely operated within its inherent structural and equipment-related constraints.

  Section 3102F defines minimum requirements for audit, inspection and evaluation of the structural, electrical and mechanical systems on a prescribed periodic basis, or following a significant, potentially damage-causing event.

  Section 3103F, 3104F and 3107F provide criteria for structural loading, deformation and performance-based evaluation considering earthquake, wind, wave, current, seiche and tsunami effects.

  Section 3105F provides requirements for the safe mooring and berthing of tank vessels and barges.

  Section 3106F describes requirements for geotechnical hazards and foundation analyses, including consideration of slope stability and soil failure.

  Section 3108F provides requirements for fire prevention, detection and suppression including appropriate water and foam volumes.

  Sections 3109F through 3111F provide requirements for piping/ pipelines, mechanical and electrical equipment and electrical systems.

  Section 3112F provides requirements specific to marine terminals that transfer LNG.

  Generally, English units are typically prescribed herein; however, System International (SI) units are utilized in Section 3112F and in many of the references.

  3101F.5 Spill prevention. Each MOT shall utilize up-to-date Risk and Hazards Analysis results developed per CCPS “Guidelines for Hazard Evaluation Procedures” [1.1] and [1.2], to identify the hazards associated with operations at the MOT, including operator error, the use of the facility by various types of vessels (e.g., multi-use transfer operations), equipment failure and external events likely to cause an oil spill.

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  MARINE OIL TERMINALS

  If there are changes made to the built MOT or subsequently any new hazard is identified with significant impact, the updated Risk and Hazards Analysis shall be used.

  Assessed magnitude of potential oil spill releases and consequences shall be mitigated by implementing appropriate designs using best achievable technologies, subject to Division approval. The residual risks are addressed by operational and administrative means via 2 CCR 2385 [1.3].

  Risk and Hazards Analysis requirements specific to marine terminals that transfer LNG are discussed in Section 3112F.2.

  3101F.6 Oil spill exposure classification. Each MOT shall be categorized into one of three oil spill exposure classifications (high, medium or low) as shown in Table 31F-1-1, based on all of the following: 1. Exposed total volume of oil (V T ) during transfer. 2. Maximum number of oil transfer operations per berthing system (defined in Section 3102F.1.3) per year. 3. Maximum vessel size (DWT capacity) that may call at the MOT.

• CRC § 1505.2 Medium relevance — show source text

  [BS] 1505.2 Excavation retention systems. Where a retention system is used to provide support of an excavation for protection of adjacent structures, the system shall conform to the requirements in Section 1505.2.1 through 1505.2.3.

  [BS] 1505.2.1 Excavation retention system design. Excavation retention systems shall be designed by a registered design professional to provide vertical and lateral support.

  [BS] 1505.2.2 Excavation retention system monitoring. The retention system design shall include requirements for monitoring of the system and adjacent structures for horizontal and vertical movement.

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  CONSTRUCTION SAFEGUARDS

  [BS] 1505.2.3 Retention system removal. Elements of the system shall only be removed or decommissioned where adequate replacement support is provided by backfill or by the new structure. Removal or decommissioning shall be performed in such a manner that protects the adjacent property.

  SECTION 1506—TEMPORARY USE OF STREETS, ALLEYS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY

  [BG] 1506.1 Storage and handling of materials. The temporary use of streets or public property for the storage or handling of materials or equipment required for construction or demolition, and the protection provided to the public shall comply with the provisions of the applicable governing authority and this chapter.

  [BG] 1506.2 Obstructions. Construction materials and equipment shall not be placed or stored so as to obstruct access to fire hydrants, standpipes, fire or police alarm boxes, catch basins or manholes, nor shall such material or equipment be located within 20 feet (6096 mm) of a street intersection, or placed so as to obstruct normal observations of traffic signals or to hinder the use of public transit loading platforms.

  [BG] 1506.3 Utility fixtures. Building materials, fences, sheds or any obstruction of any kind shall not be placed so as to obstruct free approach to any fire hydrant, fire department connection, utility pole, manhole, fire alarm box or catch basin, or so as to interfere with the passage of water in the gutter. Protection against damage shall be provided to such utility fixtures during the progress of the work, but sight of them shall not be obstructed.

  SECTION 1507—FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  [F] 1507.1 Where required. Structures under construction, alteration or demolition shall be provided with not fewer than one approved portable fire extinguisher in accordance with Section 906 of the California Fire Code and sized for not less than ordinary hazard as follows:

  1. At each stairway on all floor levels where combustible materials have accumulated.
  2. In every storage and construction shed.
  3. Additional portable fire extinguishers shall be provided where special hazards exist, such as the storage and use of flammable and combustible liquids.

  [F] 1507.2 Fire hazards. The provisions of this code and of the California Fire Code shall be strictly observed to safeguard against all fire hazards attendant upon construction operations.

  SECTION 1508—MEANS OF EGRESS

• CRC § 1.1 Medium relevance — show source text

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  The state agency does not adopt sections identified with the following symbol: The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.

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  31 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

  User notes:

  About this chapter: Chapter 31 provides regulations for unique buildings and building elements. Those include buildings such as membrane structures, greenhouses and relocatable buildings. Special elements include pedestrian walkways and tunnels, awnings, canopies and marquees, vehicular gates, solar energy systems, public use restrooms in flood hazard areas, and intermodal shipping containers.

  ICC code development note: Code development reminder: Code change proposals to sections preceded by the designation [F] and [BE] will be considered by a code development committee meeting during the 2024 (Group A) Code Development Cycle. All other code change proposals will be considered by a code development committee meeting during the 2025 (Group B) Code Development Cycle.

  SECTION 3101—GENERAL

  3101.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern special building construction including membrane structures, temporary structures, pedestrian walkways and tunnels, awnings and canopies, marquees, signs, telecommunications and broadcast towers, swimming pools, spas and hot tubs, automatic vehicular gates, solar energy systems, greenhouses, relocatable buildings and intermodal shipping containers.

  [OSHPD 1, 1R, 2, 4 & 5] The provisions of this chapter shall govern special building construction, including membrane structures, tempo- rary structures, pedestrian walkways and tunnels, automatic vehicular gates, awnings and canopies, marquees, signs, towers, antennas, relocatable buildings, swimming pool enclosures and safety devices, solar energy systems, public use restroom buildings on publicly owned lands in flood hazard areas and intermodal shipping containers.

  SECTION 3102—MEMBRANE STRUCTURES

• CRC § 3307.2 Medium relevance — show source text

  [BS] 3307.2 Excavation retention systems. Where a retention system is used to provide support of an excavation for protection of adjacent property or structures, the system shall conform to the requirements in Sections 3307.2.1 through 3307.2.3.

  [BS] 3307.2.1 Excavation retention system design. Excavation retention systems shall be designed by a registered design professional to provide vertical and lateral support.

  [BS] 3307.2.2 Excavation retention system monitoring. The retention system design shall include requirements for monitoring of the system and adjacent property or structures for horizontal and vertical movement.

  [BS] 3307.2.3 Retention system removal. Elements of the system shall only be removed or decommissioned where adequate replacement support is provided by backfill or by the new structure. Removal or decommissioning shall be performed in such a manner that protects the adjacent property.

  [HCD 1 & HCD 2] Note: See Civil Code Section 832 for additional requirements related to adjoining properties and excavations.

  SECTION 3308—TEMPORARY USE OF STREETS, ALLEYS AND PUBLIC PROPERTY

  3308.1 Storage and handling of materials. The temporary use of streets or public property for the storage or handling of materials or of equipment required for construction or demolition, and the protection provided to the public shall comply with the provisions of the applicable governing authority and this chapter.

  3308.1.1 Obstructions. Construction materials and equipment shall not be placed or stored so as to obstruct access to fire hydrants, standpipes, fire or police alarm boxes, catch basins or manholes, nor shall such material or equipment be located within 20 feet (6096 mm) of a street intersection, or placed so as to obstruct normal observations of traffic signals or to hinder the use of public transit loading platforms.

  3308.2 Utility fixtures. Building materials, fences, sheds or any obstruction of any kind shall not be placed so as to obstruct free approach to any fire hydrant, fire department connection, utility pole, manhole, fire alarm box or catch basin, or so as to interfere with the passage of water in the gutter. Protection against damage shall be provided to such utility fixtures during the progress of the work, but sight of them shall not be obstructed.

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  SAFEGUARDS DURING CONSTRUCTION

  SECTION 3309—FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  [F] 3309.1 Where required. Structures under construction, alteration or demolition shall be provided with not fewer than one approved portable fire extinguisher in accordance with Section 906 and sized for not less than ordinary hazard as follows:

  1. At each stairway on all floor levels where combustible materials have accumulated.
  2. In every storage and construction shed.
  3. Additional portable fire extinguishers shall be provided where special hazards exist, such as the storage and use of flammable and combustible liquids.

  [F] 3309.2 Fire hazards. The provisions of this code and the California Fire Code shall be strictly observed to safeguard against all fire hazards attendant upon construction operations.

  SECTION 3310—MEANS OF EGRESS

• CRC § 1106.2.6. Medium relevance — show source text

  (1) The space(s) containing the machinery is (are) separated from other occupancies by tight construction with tightfitting doors.

  (2) Access is restricted to authorized personnel.

  (3) Refrigerant detectors are installed with the sensing location and alarm level as required in refrigeration machinery rooms in accordance with Section 1106.2.6.

  (4) Open flames and surfaces exceeding 800°F (427°C) shall not be permitted where a Group A2, B2, A3, or B3 refrigerant, is used.

  (5) Electrical equipment that is in accordance with Class 1, Division 2, of NFPA 70 where the quantity of a Group A2, B2, A3, or B3 refrigerant in an independent circuit is capable of exceeding 25 percent of the lower flammability limit (LFL) upon release to the space based on the volume determined in accordance with Section 1104.2.1 through Section 1104.2.3.

  (6) Refrigerant containing parts in systems exceeding 100 horsepower (74.6 kW) compressor drive power, except evaporators used for refrigeration or dehumidification, condensers used for heating, control and pressure-relief valves for either, low-probability pumps, and connecting piping, are located in a machinery room or outdoors.

  [ASHRAE 15:7.2.2]

  1104.5 Flammable Refrigerants. The total of Group A2, B2, A3, and B3 refrigerants, other than Group A2L and B2L refrigerants shall not exceed 1100 pounds (498.9 kg) without approval by the Authority Having Jurisdiction. Institutional Occupancies shall comply with Section 1104.3. Machinery rooms required in accordance with Section 1106.0 based on flammability shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with Section 1106.2.1 through Section 1106.2.6 and Section 1106.11 for Group A2L and B2L refrigerants. 1104.6 Group A2L Refrigerants for Human Comfort. High-probability systems using Group A2L refrigerants for human comfort applications shall comply with this section.

  [ASHRAE 15:7.6]

  1104.6.1 Refrigerant Concentration Limits. Occupied spaces shall comply with the releasable charge limitations of the equipment listing and ASHRAE 15. Unoccupied spaces with refrigerant containing equipment, not including continuous piping or tubing, shall comply with the releasable charge limitations of the equipment listing or Section 1104.6.4. {ASHRAE 15:7.6.1-7.6.1.2}

  1104.6.2 Listing and Installation Requirements. Refrigeration systems shall be listed and shall be installed in accordance with listing, the manufacturer’s instructions, and any markings on the equipment restricting the installation. [ASHRAE 15:7.6.2]

  1104.6.2.1 Nameplate. The nameplate required by Section 1115.5 shall include a symbol indicating that a flammable refrigerant is used, as specified by the product listing. [ASHRAE 15:7.6.2.1]

  1104.6.2.2 Labeling. A label indicating a flammable refrigerant is used shall be placed adjacent to service ports and other locations where service involving components containing refrigerant is performed, as specified by the product listing.

• CRC § 2025 Medium relevance — show source text

  Chapter 9 Roof Assemblies.

  Chapter 9 regulates the design and construction of roof assemblies. A roof assembly includes the roof deck, vapor retarder, substrate or thermal barrier, insulation, vapor retarder and roof covering. This chapter provides the requirement for wind resistance of roof coverings.

  The types of roof covering materials and installation regulated by Chapter 9 are: asphalt shingles, clay and concrete tile, metal roof shingles, mineral-surfaced roll roofing, slate and slate-type shingles, wood shakes and shingles, built-up roofs, metal roof panels, modified bitumen roofing, thermoset and thermoplastic single-ply roofing, sprayed polyurethane foam roofing, liquid applied coatings and photovoltaic shingles. Chapter 9 also provides requirements for roof drainage, flashing, above deck thermal insulation, rooftop-mounted photovoltaic systems and recovering or replacing an existing roof covering.

  Chapter 10 Chimneys and Fireplaces.

  Chapter 10 contains requirements for the safe construction of masonry chimneys and fireplaces and establishes the standards for the use and installation of factory-built chimneys, fireplaces and masonry heaters. Chimneys and fireplaces constructed of masonry rely on prescriptive requirements for the details of their construction; the factory-built type relies on the listing and labeling method of approval. Chapter 10 provides the requirements for seismic reinforcing and anchorage of masonry fireplaces and chimneys.

  Chapter 11 [RE] Energy Efficiency.

  Chapter 11 is not adopted in California. See California Energy Code, Title 24, Part 6.

  Chapter 12 Mechanical Administration.

  Chapter 12 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 13 General Mechanical System Requirements.

  Chapter 13 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 14 Heating and Cooling Equipment and Appliances.

  Chapter 14 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 15 Exhaust Systems.

  Chapter 15 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 16 Duct Systems.

  Chapter 16 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 17 Combustion Air.

  Chapter 17 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 18 Chimneys and Vents.

  Chapter 18 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 19 Special Appliances, Equipment and Systems.

  Chapter 19 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 20 Boilers and Water Heaters.

  Chapter 20 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

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  Chapter 21 Hydronic Piping.

  Chapter 21 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 22 Special Piping and Storage Systems.

  Chapter 22 is not adopted in California. See California Mechanical Code, Title 24, Part 4.

  Chapter 23 Solar Thermal Energy Systems.

• CRC § 8.1 Medium relevance — show source text

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  • The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division I remain the same. The state agency does not adopt sections identified by the following symbol: The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.

  The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 14, Division 1.5 provisions that are found in the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code are not listed in the Matrix Adoption Tables as they are not within the State Fire Marshal’s authority to adopt. These provisions are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 14, Division 1.5 text for the code user’s convenience only and are identified in the body of the code by square brackets containing references to applicable Title 14 sections.

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  5 SPECIAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTION REGULATIONS

  User notes:

  About this chapter: Chapter 5 provides regulations that establish minimum standards for the location, design and construction of buildings and structures based on construction within a Fire Hazard Severity Zone or a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Area.

  The construction provisions of Chapter 5 are intended to supplement the requirements of the California Building Code and California Residential Code and address mitigation of the unique hazards posed to buildings by wildfire and to reduce the hazards of building fires spreading to wildland fuels. This is accomplished by requiring ignition-resistant construction materials. Construction features regulated include underfloor areas; roof coverings; eaves and soffits; gutters and downspouts; exterior walls, doors and windows; ventilation openings and accessory structures.

  SECTION 501—GENERAL

  501.1 Scope. Buildings and structures in a wildland-urban interface area shall be constructed in accordance with the California Build- ing Code and this code.

  Exceptions:

  1. Group U accessory structures not exceeding 120 square feet (11 m [2] ) in floor area where located not less than 50 feet (15 240 mm) from applicable buildings.
  2. Group U agricultural buildings not less than 50 feet (15 240 mm) from applicable buildings.
• CRC § 2-1200 Medium relevance — show source text

  -4″|5′-11″|5′-1″|4′-5″|3′-8″|2′-11″| |2-1200S162-54|3′-11″|3′-5″|3′-0″|2′-4″|—|3′-7″|3′-2″|2′-10″|—|—| |2-1200S162-68|7′-1″|6′-2″|5′-3″|4′-6″|3′-8″|6′-6″|5′-8″|4′-10″|4′-0″|3′-3″| |For SI: 1 mil = 0.0254 mm, 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 pound per square inch = 6.895 kPa, 1 ksi = 1,000 psi = 6.895 MPa.
  a. Deflection criteria:L/360 for live loads,L/240 for total loads.
  b. Design load assumptions:
  Second-floor dead load is 10 psf.
  Roof/ceiling dead load is 12 psf.
  Second-floor live load is 40 psf.
  Third floor live load is 30 psf.
  Attic live load is 10 psf.
  c. Building width is in the direction of horizontal framing members supported by the header.
  d. Minimum Grade 33 ksi steel shall be used for 33 mil and 43 mil thicknesses. Minimum Grade 50 ksi steel shall be used for 54 and 68 mil thicknesses.|For SI: 1 mil = 0.0254 mm, 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 pound per square inch = 6.895 kPa, 1 ksi = 1,000 psi = 6.895 MPa.
  a. Deflection criteria:L/360 for live loads,L/240 for total loads.
  b. Design load assumptions:
  Second-floor dead load is 10 psf.
  Roof/ceiling dead load is 12 psf.
  Second-floor live load is 40 psf.
  Third floor live load is 30 psf.
  Attic live load is 10 psf.
  c. Building width is in the direction of horizontal framing members supported by the header.
  d. Minimum Grade 33 ksi steel shall be used for 33 mil and 43 mil thicknesses. Minimum Grade 50 ksi steel shall be used for 54 and 68 mil thicknesses.|For SI: 1 mil = 0.0254 mm, 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 pound per square inch = 6.895 kPa, 1 ksi = 1,000 psi = 6.895 MPa.
  a. Deflection criteria:L/360 for live loads,L/240 for total loads.
  b.

• CRC § 1.10.1. Medium relevance — show source text

  [OSHPD 1] – For applications listed in Section 1.10.1.

  [OSHPD 4] – For applications listed in Section 1.10.4.

  1701A.1.3 Reference to other chapters.

  1701A.1.3.1 [DSA-SS/CC] Where reference within this chapter is made to sections in Chapters 16A, 19A, 21A, 22A and 23, the provi- sions in Chapters 16, 19, 21, 22 and 23, respectively, shall apply instead as defined in Section 1.9.2.2. Referenced sections may not directly correlate, but the corresponding DSA-SS/CC sections to such references still apply.

  1701A.3 Special inspections and tests. [OSHPD 1 & 4] In addition to the inspector(s) of record required by the California Administrative Code (CCR, Title 24, Part 1), Section 7-144, the owner shall employ one or more approved agencies to provide special inspections and tests during construction on the types of work listed under Chapters 14, 15, 17A, 18A, 19A, 20, 21A, 22A, 23, 24 and 25, and noted in the Test, Inspection and Observation (TIO) program required by Sections 7-141, 7-145 and 7-149, of the California Administrative Code. Test, Inspection and Observation (TIO) program shall satisfy requirements of Section 1704A.

  1701A.4 Special inspections and tests. [DSA-SS & DSA-SS/CC] In addition to the project inspector required by the California Adminis- trative Code (CCR, Title 24, Part 1), Section 4-333, the owner shall employ one or more approved agencies to provide special inspections and tests as required by the enforcement agency during construction on the types of work listed under Chapters 14, 15, 17A, 18A, 19A, 20, 21A, 22A, 23, 24 and 25 and the California Existing Building Code and noted in the special inspection, test and observation plan required by the California Administrative Code.

  SECTION 1702 A —NEW MATERIALS

  1702 A .1 General. New building materials, equipment, appliances, systems or methods of construction not provided for in this code, and any material of questioned suitability proposed for use in the construction of a building or structure, shall be subjected to the tests prescribed in this chapter and in the approved rules to determine character, quality and limitations of use.

  SECTION 1703 A —APPROVALS

  1703 A .1 Approved agency. An approved agency shall provide all information as necessary for the building official to determine that the agency meets the applicable requirements specified in Sections 1703 A .1.1 through 1703 A .1.3.

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• CFC § 2702 Medium relevance — show source text

  Chapter 27 Electrical.

  Since electrical systems and components are an integral part of almost all structures, Chapter 27 references the California Electrical Code (CEC). In addition, Section 2702 addresses emergency and standby power requirements and references where they are required. Such systems must comply with the CFC and referenced standards.

  Chapter 28 Mechanical Systems.

  Nearly all buildings will include mechanical systems. Chapter 28 provides references to the CMC and other codes for the design and installation of mechanical systems. In addition, Chapter 21 of this code is referenced for masonry chimneys, fireplaces and barbecues.

  Chapter 29 Reserved .

  Chapter 30 Elevators and Conveying Systems.

  Chapter 30 provides standards for the installation of elevators into buildings, including requirements for elevator shafts and lobbies. Referenced standards provide the requirements for the elevator system and mechanisms. Special provisions are indicated for fire service access elevators and for the optional choice of occupant evacuation elevators in high rise buildings (see Section 403).

  Chapter 31 Special Construction.

  Chapter 31 contains a collection of regulations for a variety of unique structures and architectural features. Pedestrian walkways and tunnels connecting two buildings are addressed in Section 3104. Safeguards for swimming pool safety are addressed in Section 3109. Standards for temporary structures, including permit requirements, are provided in Section 3103. Structures as varied as awnings, marquees, signs, telecommunication and broadcast towers and automatic vehicular gates are also addressed (see Sections 3105

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  through 3108 and 3110). Unique types of buildings, such as membrane structures, greenhouses, relocatable buildings and intermodal shipping containers (Sections 3102, 3112, 3113 and 3114) are also addressed in this chapter.

  Chapter 31A Systems for Window Cleaning or Exterior Building Maintenance.

  See Title 8, California Code of Regulations, Division 1, Chapter 4, Subchapter 7, General Industry Safety Orders, Group 1, Articles 5 and 6.

  Chapter 31B Public Pools.

  Chapter 31B is promulgated by the California Department of Public Health and provides the requirements for the construction, installa- tion, renovation, alteration, addition, relocation, replacement, or use of any public pool and to its ancillary facilities, mechanical equipment and related piping. Public pools include those located in or designated as the following: commercial building, hotel, motel, resort, recreational vehicle or mobile home park, campground, apartment house, condominium, townhouse, homeowner association, club, community building or area, public or private school, health club or establishment, water park, swim school, medical facility, bed and breakfast, licensed day-care facility, recreation and park district, and municipal pools.

  Chapter 31C Radiation.

  Chapter 31C is promulgated by the California Department of Public Health and focuses on radiation safety standards for buildings and equipment.

  Chapter 31D Food Establishments.

  Chapter 31D is promulgated by the California Department of Public Health. The provisions of this chapter apply to the construction of commissaries serving mobile food preparation units.

  Chapter 31E Reserved.

  Chapter 31F Marine Oil Terminals.

• CRC § 1224.14.2.11 Medium relevance — show source text

  1224.14.2.11 Ice machine. Each nursing unit shall have equipment to provide ice for treatments and nourishment. Ice making equipment may be in the clean utility room/holding room or at the nourishment station. Ice intended for human consumption shall be from self-dispensing icemakers.

  1224.14.2.12 Equipment storage room. Appropriate room(s) shall be provided for storage of equipment necessary for patient care with not less than 10 square feet (0.93 m [2] ) per patient bed.

  1224.14.2.13 Gurneys and wheelchairs. Provide a storage room or alcove for gurneys and wheelchairs which shall be a minimum of 15 square feet (1.39 m [2] ).

  1224.14.2.14 Centralized bathing facilities. When individual bathing facilities are not provided in patient rooms, there shall be at least one shower and/or bathtub for each 12 beds without such facilities. Each bathtub or shower shall be in an individual room or enclosure that provides privacy for bathing, drying and dressing. Each centralized bathing facility shall have direct access to a patient toilet and handwashing fixture.

  1224.14.2.15 Special bathing facilities. If provided, special bathing facilities for patients on gurneys, carts and wheelchairs shall include space for an attendant.

  1224.14.2.16 Patient toilet room(s). Common patient toilet room(s), in addition to those serving bed areas, should be located adjacent to multipurpose room(s) and within, or directly accessible to each central bathing facility.

  1224.14.2.17 Emergency equipment storage. Space shall be provided for emergency equipment that is under direct control of the nursing staff, such as a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) cart. This space shall be directly accessible from the nursing station, but out of normal traffic.

  1224.14.2.18 Housekeeping room. Housekeeping rooms may be shared between adjacent compatible nursing units.

  1224.14.2.19 Grab bars. Grab bars shall be installed in accordance with Section 1224.4.18.

  1224.14.3 Airborne infection isolation rooms.

  1224.14.3.1 General. Single rooms shall be provided for the isolation of patients with airborne communicable disease at a ratio of one room for each 35 licensed beds, and for each major fraction thereof. At least one airborne infection isolation room shall be

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  provided. Airborne infection isolation rooms shall be labeled with the words “Airborne Infection Room” on or adjacent to the ante- room side of the door between the isolation room and the anteroom.

  Exceptions: 1. Acute psychiatric hospitals shall provide airborne infection isolation rooms at the ratio of one room for each 50 beds, or major fraction thereof. 2. Airborne infection isolation rooms are not required for chemical dependency recovery services.

  1224.14.3.2 Anteroom doors. Airborne infection isolation room(s) shall have self-closing and latching devices on all anteroom doors.