2006 IBC 712.4.1.2. Exception 4. The annular space created by the penetration of a sprinkler provided it is covered by a metal escutcheon plate.
Ron Fletcher Aero Automatic Phoenix, AZ -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Don Lowry Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2011 12:52 PM To: [email protected] Subject: sprinkler escutcheons and rated ceilings Forumites, We have one of those overzealous inspectors from "Dept of Aging and Disability Services" (DADS) TX who all of a sudden decides that the holes in the UL Listed recessed (RASCO FP) escutcheon somehow nullifies the rated ceiling construction in Nursing Homes. Even with the listing bulletins. I understand that the holes are how the sprinkler got its rating, but anyone have a quick document that's states the obvious? Thanks in Advance Don Lowry, RME Dickerson Fire Protection _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://fireball.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum For Technical Assistance, send an email to: [email protected] To Unsubscribe, send an email to:[email protected] (Put the word unsubscribe in the subject field) _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://fireball.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum For Technical Assistance, send an email to: [email protected] To Unsubscribe, send an email to:[email protected] (Put the word unsubscribe in the subject field)
