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NFPA 13 - Small Room Rule
Summary of the Small Room Rule
The Small Room Rule, as defined in Section 3.3.22 of the NFPA 13 – Sprinkler Systems (2016 edition), applies to compartments meeting the following criteria:
When these conditions are met, certain sprinkler system installation requirements are modified:
The Small Room Rule allows for simplified sprinkler layout and calculations in spaces where the fire hazard is considered low and the room size is relatively small. This simplification recognizes that the limited space and occupancy type reduce the risk of a rapidly spreading fire, allowing for a less stringent sprinkler system design.
These modifications offer flexibility in sprinkler placement within small rooms without compromising fire protection effectiveness.
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By CaseyJames669Summary of the Small Room Rule
The Small Room Rule, as defined in Section 3.3.22 of the NFPA 13 – Sprinkler Systems (2016 edition), applies to compartments meeting the following criteria:
When these conditions are met, certain sprinkler system installation requirements are modified:
The Small Room Rule allows for simplified sprinkler layout and calculations in spaces where the fire hazard is considered low and the room size is relatively small. This simplification recognizes that the limited space and occupancy type reduce the risk of a rapidly spreading fire, allowing for a less stringent sprinkler system design.
These modifications offer flexibility in sprinkler placement within small rooms without compromising fire protection effectiveness.