Georgia Professional Engineer Licensing Law

Georgia Code · 136 sections

The following is the full text of Georgia’s professional engineer licensing law statutes as published in the Georgia Code. For the official version, see the Georgia Legislature.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-10-.03

(1) Requirements for License or Permit (a) A License issued by the State Fire Marshal shall be required for the following: 1. For the manufacture of any explosives and blasting agents. 2. To purchase, to offer for sale, sell, give away or otherwise convey, transport, store, possess, or use (except as authorized for use under a Permit) any explosives or blasting agents, including commercial stocks and the commercial use of smokeless propellant, black powder, and small arms primers. 3. To maintain any facility for unloading, reloading, or transshipment of explosives or blasting agents. (b) Any individual that is issued a license pursuant to these Rules and Regulations is not exempt from obtaining any other license or permit that may be required by other government agencies. (c) A Permit issued by the judge of the probate court or designated county official shall be valid under the following conditions: 1. A Permit shall be valid only for personal use and shall not be issued to individuals to conduct commercial blasting or blasting for profit. Commercial blasting or blasting for profit activities requires a license issued by the State Fire Marshal's Office. 2. A Permit shall be valid only for a single transaction and shall only be used in the county where the permit is issued. 3. A Permit shall be valid only for a single transaction and does not authorize storage or transportation. All explosives listed on the Permit must be purchased at one time and used on the day of purchase or returned to the vendor the same day. 4. Explosives purchased under a Permit shall be transported only by an explosives license holder authorized for the transportation of explosives. (d) The following shall be exempt from License or Permit requirements: 1. Any person may purchase without license or permit and keep on hand for their personal use smokeless propellant powder and small arms primers for hand loading small arms ammunition. 2. All persons or entities moving explosives and blasting agents under the jurisdiction of the Federal Department of Transportation. 3. All members and organizations of the armed forces of the United States or of this state or any of the several states and personnel assigned or attached to such agencies when acting in an official capacity. 4. All law enforcement, fire services and emergency management and regulatory agencies of this State, the United States or any of several states and personnel assigned or attached to such agencies when acting in their official capacity. 5. All persons or entities using explosive materials in medicines and medicinal agents in forms prescribed by the most recent edition of the official United States Pharmacopoeia or the National Formulary. 6. Any individual, who is otherwise authorized to possess explosives pursuant to Article 4 of Chapter 7 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, may transport explosives within the State of Georgia without license or permit required by these Rules provided that the point of origin of the shipment was outside the State of Georgia and the transportation of such explosives is in compliance with the regulations governing the transportation of explosives issued by the United State Department of Transportation. 7. Any individual, who is otherwise authorized to possess explosives pursuant to Article 4 of Chapter 7 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, may purchase and possess for sporting, recreational or cultural purposes: (i) Not more than 50 pounds of commercially manufactured black powder, (ii) Percussion caps, safety and pyrotechnic fuses, quills and slow matches, or friction primers.

(2) License and permit fees: (a) License fees and Permit fees shall be in accordance with Chapter 2 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia annotated, Section 25-2-4.1 , and shall be attached to the application and made payable to the Commissioner.

(3) Application for License, Competency Certificate or Permit: (a) Application for License: 1. The applicant for a license shall, at his or her own expense, furnish the State Fire Marshal with such information as the State Fire Marshal may require. 2. Any Applicant requesting a license shall make application in an approved format to the State Fire Marshal. The Applicant will designate the Responsible Persons in the application. 3. An application to transport, or which includes transportation of explosives and blasting agents, shall be accompanied by an affidavit that the vehicles to be used to transport have been inspected by a qualified person and found to be in safe condition and in compliance with these regulations. Such inspection may be performed by a certified mechanic, an automotive repair or service garage or similarly recognized inspection stations. 4. An application for license for all permanent explosives storage facilities having quantities exceeding 500 pounds shall be accompanied by complete plans and specifications. Plans and specifications shall be submitted in duplicate to and receive approval by the State Fire Marshal before installation is started. Such plans shall be drawn to scale and be of sufficient detail and clarity as necessary to indicate the nature and character of the proposal and its compliance with this Chapter. One set of the plans shall be retained by the State Fire Marshal and one copy shall be returned to the applicant with the approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept available at the construction site for inspection by authorized representatives of the State Fire Marshal. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-4.1 , the plans shall be accompanied with the mandatory plan review fee payable to the Commissioner. The plans shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Safety Fire Commissioner or his designee. 5. An applicant for a license or for designation as a Responsible Person shall be subject to the following conditions: (i) Shall be subject to a criminal records check. (ii) Shall not have been convicted of a felony. (iii) The Responsible Person shall submit a negative drug screen. 6. An applicant for a license or for designation as a Responsible Person must be 21 years of age and shall not be addicted to the use of, have a history of, or be under the influence of intoxicants, narcotics, controlled substances or other dangerous drugs. 7. Responsible Persons shall provide information to indicate that they have training experience and/or a working knowledge of the safe use of explosives. 8. All applicants for a license or for designation as Responsible Persons shall certify that they are familiar with Chapter 120-3-10 of the Commissioner's Rules and Regulations and NFPA 495. 9. All Applicants for a license shall provide documentation of explosives licenses issued by federal authorities, such as the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, or by other states. 10. All Applicants for a license shall list on the application the field(s) of blasting or other use of explosives in which the licensee is to engage. All commercial explosive licenses to use explosives will be issued by the Commissioner in the following specified field(s): (i) Construction, (ii) Surface Mining, (iii) Underground Mining. (iv) Special Effects 11. All Responsible Persons shall submit to the Commissioner a notarized certification denoting the specific explosive/blasting field in which he or she has successfully been trained or certified. 12. All Responsible Persons shall obtain, and subsequently retain, a "Competency Card"issued by the Commissioner. The "Competency Card"issued by the Commissioner shall clearly state the blasting field or fields in which the licensee for Responsible Person has been licensed or approved to perform. There will be four levels of certification recognized by the State Fire Marshal's Office. (i) Level I - Entry level that includes laborers and Bulk Truck Drivers requiring background check and drug testing. (ii) Level II - Meet Level I requirements and completion of approved curricula. (iii) Level III - Meet Level II requirements and three years experience in a specific field of blasting. (iv) Special Effects - Requires that the applicant provide evidence of actual experience in the safe handling and use of explosives for the purpose of creating audible and visual effects for the entertainment industry. This level shall not authorize the use of explosives, fireworks, or pyrotechnics before a proximate audience or within any building or structure. The use of any explosives, fireworks, or pyrotechnics before a proximate audience or within any building or structure requires a license issued pursuant to Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, Chapter 120-3-22. (v) The Commissioner will recognize the following curricula, and other equivalent program(s) approved by the Commissioner as minimum requirements for competency training: (I) I.S.E.E. Level 1, Blasting Fundamentals, which should include all Federal, State and local regulations, (II) the Surface Blaster Competency Study Course approved by the Georgia Construction Aggregate Association, (III) the Certification program developed by the Dimensional Stone Industry or, (IV) other programs approved by the Commissioner or his/her designee. (V) Any individual possessing a Level III Competency Certification will be required to take continuing education courses approved by the Commissioner and shall take no less than eight (8) hours every two (2) years. (VI) Exception to Certification: Applicants for permits to use explosives in agricultural operations and private and personal use of explosives in remote areas for such operations as ditching, land clearing, destruction of beaver dams and other such operations that is not within 750 feet of an occupied structure or roadway. 13. Every Responsible Person must be able to produce a "Competency Card"upon demand of the Commissioner or his or her representative or by any local authority having jurisdiction over blasting activities. (i) All applications for licensure for designation as a Responsible Person submitted by an applicant shall include in the application, and the annual renewal application, the full name, date of birth, social security number, and address of the applicant or Responsible Person, photo and address of the applicant, including a one (1) inch horizontal by one and one fourth (11/4) inch vertical photograph with the licensee's or Responsible Person's signature below the photograph. The name of the licensee employing the Responsible Person and employer's business name shall be shown on the application. The application shall indicate such additional information as may be required by the Commissioner or by these rules and regulations. Photographs shall be required and submitted every four years thereafter following the initial date or update of the issuance of a "Competency Card". (ii) Those exemptions as are established in Chapter 120-3-10 of the Rules of the Safety Fire Commissioner and Chapter 7 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated shall apply. (b) Fire Marshal's action on application for License: 1. Upon receipt of an application for license and before the license is issued, the State Fire Marshal may make, or cause to be made, an investigation for the purpose of ascertaining if all requirements of these rules and regulations have been met by the applicant. 2. If the results of the investigation of the State Fire Marshal are found to be in conformity with the requirements of these rules and regulations, the State Fire Marshal shall issue the license upon the payment of the proper fee therefore. (c) Posting or Availability of License or Permit: 1. Any license or permit issued shall be posted in a location so that the State Fire Marshal, his representatives and inspectors, or any other authorized person may examine it. Such posting may be in the storage facilities, office area and storage magazines. A license issued to a person without fixed storage facilities shall be available at the operation location. 2. A copy of a license issued pursuant to these Rules that authorizes an individual to transport explosives shall be in the possession of the driver of the vehicle. 3. Any facility that is licensed or permitted pursuant to these Rules is subject to inspection by the State Fire Marshal's Office or their representatives, or any law enforcement or fire service official at any time. 4. A Photostat or mechanically reproduced copy of any license or permit may be used for these purposes. (d) Presenting Evidence of License or Permit: 1. The license or permit issued shall be presented to vendors or other persons selling or otherwise conveying explosives and blasting agents to the license or permit holder. A Photostat or mechanically reproduced copy of the license may be used for this purpose. (e) Application for Permit: 1. The applicant for a permit to purchase for use and use only explosives or blasting agents shall make application to the judge of the probate court or designated elected county official in writing on a form provided by the judge of the probate court or designated elected county official or its equivalent. Full identification of the applicant shall be made to the official to whom application is made and shall be subject to the following: (i) The applicant shall be subject to a criminal records check. (ii) The applicant shall not have been convicted of a felony. (iii) The applicant shall certify that he or she has a working knowledge of the safe use of explosives and is familiar with the Rules and Regulations of the Commissioner Chapter 120-3-10 and NFPA 495. (iv) The applicant shall certify that the permit will not be used by individuals who conduct commercial blasting or blasting for profit. (v) The applicant shall be at least 21 years of age and shall not be addicted to the use of or under the influence of intoxicants, narcotics, controlled substances or other dangerous drugs. (f) Judge of the Probate Court or Designated Elected County Official's action on application for Permit: 1. Upon receipt of a duly executed application for a permit to purchase for use, and use only, the judge of the probate court or designated elected county official shall ascertain to his or her satisfaction that the applicant is the true party named in the application, and if satisfied, he or she may grant and issue the permit. Permits will be issued in quintuplicate, one copy for the issuing officer's files, three copies to the applicant including the original, and one copy for forwarding to the State Fire Marshal. The judge of the probate court or designated elected county official may withhold a permit from any individual when he or she deems issuing such a permit not in the best interest of public safety or security. 2. Explosives and blasting agents are to be used only in the county that the permit is issued. 3. This permit does not authorize storage or transportation. 4. No later than the 10th of each month, the judge of the probate court or designated elected county official will provide the State Fire Marshal's Office documentation of all permits that were issued and returned during the previous month.

(4) Records: (a) All persons required by these rules and regulations to obtain a license from the State Fire Marshal shall keep an accurate record of all explosives and blasting agents purchased, received, sold, delivered, on hand, used, or otherwise disposed of. Records shall be clear and legible. Records shall be maintained for a minimum period of three years as follows: 1. For distributors, dealers, persons giving away or otherwise conveying explosives and blasting agents, including salesmen where delivery is direct from out of the State and no other record of such a sale is maintained in Georgia, the records shall include at least the following: (i) The date of sale or transaction. (ii) The name of person purchasing and/or receiving explosives and blasting agents. (iii) The license or permit number of the person purchasing or receiving explosives and blasting agents, unless the recipient is exempt from requiring a license or permit, in which case the person must be clearly identified by name and agency to show exempt status and the record or sales slip shall be signed by that person. (iv) The quantity and description of explosives and blasting agents sold or otherwise disposed of. (v) The location of the operation where explosives and blasting agents are to be stored, used, delivered to, or otherwise disposed of. 2. For users and other persons possessing and/or storing explosives and blasting agents, the records shall include at least the following: (i) The date of receipt of explosives and blasting agents. (ii) The quantity and description of explosives and blasting agents received. (iii) The date of use or other disposal of explosives and blasting agents and quantity used or disposed of. (b) Handling of Explosives Permits: 1. Any person who sells, gives away, delivers, or otherwise disposes of or conveys explosives and blasting agents to another person who presents a valid explosives permit shall withdraw two (2) copies of the permit, the original and vendor's copies, at the time of the sale or transaction. The vendor's copy shall be retained by the person selling or disposing of the explosives and blasting agents and the original shall be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal. 2. The person using an explosives permit shall retain the purchaser's copy of the permit which serves as the authorization for him to have the described explosives in his possession. 3. Within one working day or 24 hours, whichever comes first, of expiration of the one-time use permit, the individual issued the permit will return all unused explosives to the vendor and the expired permit to the issuing judge of the probate court or designated elected county official.

(5) The Insurance Commissioner may appoint a Blasting Advisory Committee whose role shall be only to be available to the Commissioner to advise on rule changes, review and issue best practices and safety bulletins and provide advice as deemed appropriate by the Commissioner or their designated liaison to the Committee. The Committee shall meet as determined by the Commissioner but no less than twice per year. The Committee will consist of 8 members; four will serve an initial term of 2 years and four will serve 3 years. The Commissioner shall initially appoint a Chairperson to serve a two year term thereafter the Committee shall elect the Chair in January of each alternate year. The membership of the Committee shall include no less than 1 representative from the aggregate mining industry, 1 representative from the utility contractors industry, 1 representative from the explosives industry, 1 representative from the drilling and blasting industry, 1 representative from the vibration analysis industry, 1 representative from law enforcement, 1 representative of the State Fire Marshal, and 1 representative to be selected from a related industry. The duties of the Committee may include; (a) A review of incidents involving injury to persons or property damage due to handling, use, manufacture, storage, or transportation of explosives and blasting agents. (b) Communication on issues dealing with best industry practices related to the handling, use, manufacture, storage or transportation of explosives and blasting agents. (c) Peer review of complaints related to the use, handling, manufacture, storage, or transportation of explosives and blasting agents. (d) Peer review of proposed revisions, additions, deletions, or changes to the Georgia Law and/or Rules and Regulations dealing with the use, handling, storage or transportation of explosives and blasting agents; and (e) Any issue as deemed appropriate by the Insurance Commissioner's Office.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-11-.03

(1) Plans for all proposed flammable or combustible liquid storage tank installations, including major modifications at existing facilities, with more than a 60 gallon capacity for Class I Liquids or a 120 gallon capacity for Class II and Class III liquids must be submitted in duplicate to the State Fire Marshal for approval, and must be in compliance with applicable codes and standards prior to commencement of construction. Exception: Plans for storage tank installations with a storage capacity of 660 gallons or less may be submitted to the local fire authority having jurisdiction, where one exists, for approval. Plans for all proposed storage tank installations of more than 660 gallons capacity (other than self-service stations) submitted to the State Fire Marshal shall be accompanied by the mandatory plan review fee pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-4.1 . The check shall be made payable to the Safety Fire Commissioner. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-16 , the plans shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the responsible architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Commissioner or his designee.

(2) Plans shall be submitted in duplicate and shall include, at a minimum, the following: (a) Scaled site plan (shall include all buildings and property lines) (b) Storage tank location(s) (c) Tank Drawings (shall include all piping connections and appurtenances) (d) Piping, valve, and associated equipment layout and arrangements (e) Electrical conduit layout and arrangements (f) Corrosion protection (if applicable) (g) Equipment list and specifications (shall include make and model of equipment) (h) Other information necessary to show compliance

(3) Submissions for aboveground storage tanks shall also include the following: (a) A site approval by a representative of the State Fire Marshal (b) A Fire Safety Analysis completed by the local fire authority

(4) One set of plans shall be retained by the State Fire Marshal and one copy returned to the applicant with approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept at the installation site during construction for inspection by authorized representatives of the State Fire Marshal or local authority.

(5) Construction or the storage tank installation, or associated equipment, shall not commence until the plans have been approved and returned to the applicant.

(6) Requests for temporary installations must be made to the State Fire Marshal in writing for approval. Requests shall include a letter of intent, name of applicant, location of storage tanks to be installed, how long the storage tank(s) will be located at the requested location and shall also include the following: (a) Site plan (shall include all buildings and property lines) (b) Storage tank location(s) on the site plan (c) Tank Drawings (shall include all piping connections and appurtenances) (d) Piping, valve, and associated equipment layout and arrangements (e) Electrical conduit layout and arrangements (f) Corrosion protection (if applicable) (g) Equipment list and specifications (shall include make and model of equipment) (h) Other information necessary to show compliance If additional time is necessary for a temporary installation beyond the allowable 90 days, extensions shall be requested in writing at the time the original request is made or before the expiration of the temporary approval. Before tanks may be brought to a site, approval of the temporary request must be granted by the State Fire Marshal and a copy of the approval kept on site. No plan review fee is required for temporary installation requests.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-14-.07

Complete plans and specifications for all systems involving the storage of motor fuel (CNG) shall be submitted in duplicate to and receive approval by the State Fire Marshal before installation is started. Such plans shall be drawn to scale and be of sufficient detail and clarity as necessary to indicate the nature and character of the proposed system and its compliance with this Chapter. One copy of the plans shall be retained by the State Fire Marshal and one copy shall be returned to the applicant with the approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept available at the construction site for inspection by authorized representatives of the State Fire Marshal. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-4.1 , the plans for each storage facility shall be accompanied by a plan review fee payable to the Safety Fire Commissioner. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-16 , the plans shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Safety Fire Commissioner or his designee.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-16-.02

The definitions contained herein are in addition to and in clarification of those contained in the adopted codes and standards.

(1) ASME. The American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

(2) AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION. The State Fire Marshal of Georgia.

(3) COMMISSIONER. The Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner.

(4) CONFINED SPACE. For the purpose of this Chapter, a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kW) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space.

(5) CYLINDER EXCHANGE OPERATION. This operation, also referred to as cylinder staging racks or cages, requires specific approval. No product transfer takes place at these holding locations. All cylinders, empty or full, are secured in an approved rack or cage. The cylinder inspection, requalification, reconditioning and product transfer takes place at the licensed dealer's distribution plant (see definition in NFPA 58) by the dealer's properly trained personnel. All cylinders are provided with the required markings, labeling and each requalification is duly recorded for compliance with applicable DOT regulations and NFPA 58, Appendix C.

(6) DEALER IN LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS. Any person who sells or offers to sell liquefied petroleum gas to an ultimate consumer for agricultural, industrial, commercial or domestic use.

(7) DISPENSING OPERATION. A dispensing facility or vehicle fuel dispenser as defined in NFPA 58 and used to dispense liquefied petroleum gas to the ultimate consumer.

(8) DOT. The United States Department of Transportation.

(9) INSTALLATION. The act of installing apparatus, piping, tubing, appliances, and equipment necessary for storing and converting liquefied petroleum gas into flame for light, heat, cooling or power for use by the ultimate consumer.

(10) NFPA. The National Fire Protection Association.

(11) PERSON. Any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, company, association, joint stock association, and any trustee, receiver, assignee or personal representative thereof.

(12) SAFETY FIRE DIVISION. The Safety Fire Division of the Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, headed by the State Fire Marshal appointed by the Commissioner.

(13) ULTIMATE CONSUMER. Any person who is the last to purchase liquefied petroleum gas in its liquid or vapor state for agricultural, industrial, commercial or domestic use.

(14) UNCONFINED SPACE. For the purpose of this Chapter, a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet Per 1000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kW) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space. Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed, through openings not furnished with doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space. All the space that connects to the region that contains the appliance(s) can be combined to calculate the volume, provided there are no doors intervening.

(15) WALLET CARD. A picture identification card issued by the Georgia State Fire Marshal's Office establishing an individual's certification for a specific area of liquefied petroleum gas industry operations.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-16-.05

(1) Complete plans and specifications for all systems involving the aggregate storage capacity of over 2,000 water gallons of liquefied petroleum gas shall be submitted in duplicate to, and receive approval by, the Safety Fire Division before installation is started. Complete plans and specifications for all systems involving storage of any capacity, used for the dispensing of liquefied petroleum gas as vehicular fuel, and located within 50 ft. of any facility dispensing flammable or combustible liquids as outlined in Georgia Rules and Regulations 120-3-11 shall be submitted in duplicate to, and receive approval by, the Safety Fire Division before installation is started. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Sections 25-2-4.1 and 10-1-266 , the plans shall be accompanied with the plan review fee payable to the Safety Fire Commissioner. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-16 , the plans shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Safety Fire Division.

(2) Plans shall be submitted in duplicate and shall include, at a minimum, the following: (a) Scaled site plan (shall include all buildings and property lines) (b) Storage container location(s) (c) Container Drawings (shall include all piping connections, valves, and appurtenances) (d) Container Pier Drawings (if applicable) (e) Piping, valve, and associated equipment layout and arrangements (f) Electrical conduit layout and arrangements (g) Corrosion protection (if applicable) (h) Equipment list and specifications (shall include make and model of equipment) (i) A copy of the container data plate (picture, rubbing, marking, etc.) (j) Other information necessary to show compliance

(3) Submissions for storage containers shall also include the following: (a) A site approval by a representative of the State Fire Marshal (b) A Fire Safety Analysis completed by the local fire authority

(4) One set of plans shall be retained by the State Fire Marshal and one copy returned to the applicant with approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept at the installation site during construction for inspection by authorized representatives of the State Fire Marshal or local authority.

(5) Construction or the storage container installation, or associated equipment, shall not commence until the plans have been approved and returned to the applicant.

(6) In lieu of plans, a final inspection shall be obtained from Safety Fire Division for the following: (a) All other systems, which may or may not require a license but involve the storage of 2,000 water gallons or less of liquefied petroleum gas, such as, cylinder filling plants open to the public, or dispensing and filling locations at commercial, industrial or mercantile sites. (b) Cylinder exchange racks or cages which do not require a license. Dealers shall provide a listing of locations of the cylinder exchange racks/cages for inspection and compliance with Chapter 8 of NFPA 58 and other applicable codes.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-19-.03

(1) " Authority having jurisdiction "means the organization, office, or individual responsible for approving equipment, an installation, or a procedure.

(2) " Certificate " or " certificate of competency "means the document issued by the Commissioner to a certificate holder who has demonstrated adequate technical knowledge and ability to design in accordance with recognized standards as adopted by the Commissioner and to perform and supervise the installation, repair, alteration, addition, maintenance, or inspection of water-based fire protection systems.

(3) " Certificate Holder "means an individual who has been issued a certificate of competency by the Commissioner.

(4) " Commissioner "means the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner.

(5) " Construction documents ,"" Documents for construction"or " Construction shop drawings "means documents which set and dictate the installation parameters of water-based fire protection systems.

(6) " Contract documents "means the written and/or graphical guideline(s), prepared by a registered architect or engineer, which establish but does not dictate specific criteria for the design parameters of water-based fire protection systems.

(7) " Direct supervision ," or " Supervision "means to personally superintend the design and/or installation of water-based fire protection systems, by personally regulating the activity of a project through intermittent and verifiable personal contact at an installation or installations in progress.

(8) " Documents "means those materials used for reference purposes which direct or confirm direction or agreement.

(9) " Employed full time "means a minimum of thirty and one half hours of paid service per week, per employer.

(10) " Fire protection sprinkler contractor "means an individual, partnership, corporation, association, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, joint venture or other business entity that supervises, performs, or supervises and performs the installation, repair, alteration, addition, maintenance, or inspection of water-based fire protection systems. Such term does not include local building officials, fire inspectors, or insurance inspectors when acting in their official capacities.

(11) " Fire protection sprinkler contractor license "means the document issued by the Commissioner to the fire protection sprinkler contractor which authorizes the fire protection sprinkler contractor to engage in the business of fabrication, installation, repair, alteration, maintenance, or inspection of water-based fire protection systems.

(12) " Fire protection sprinkler system "means an integrated system of overhead and underground piping designed in accordance with fire protection engineering standards. The installation includes one or more automatic water supplies. The portion of the system above ground is a network of specially sized or hydraulically designed piping installed in a building, structure, or area, generally overhead, to which sprinklers are attached in a systematic pattern. The valve controlling each system riser is located in the system riser or its supply piping. The system is usually activated by heat from a fire and discharges water over the fire area.

(13) " Fire protection system designer "means a person who develops construction shop drawings, construction documents and/or documents for construction pertaining to water-based fire protection systems.

(14) " Fire protection system designer license "means a document issued by the Commissioner which authorizes the fire protection system designer to engage in the business of producing construction shop drawings, construction documents and/or documents for construction pertaining to water-based fire protection systems.

(15) " Fire protection system inspector "means an individual who performs inspections only on water-based fire protection systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards as adopted by the Commissioner. Such term does not apply to state, local, and insurance inspectors while acting in their official capacities.

(16) " Fire protection system inspector's license "means a document issued by the Commissioner, which authorizes the fire protection system inspector to engage in the business of inspecting water-based fire protection systems.

(17) " Fire pump "means a pump supplying water at the flow and pressure required by water-based fire protection systems.

(18) " Foam-water spray system "means a special system pipe connected to a source of foam concentrate and to a water supply and equipped with foam-water spray nozzles for fire protection agent discharge (foam and water sequentially in that order or in reverse order) and distribution over the area to be protected. System operation arrangements parallel those for foam-water sprinkler systems.

(19) " Foam-water sprinkler system "means a special system pipe connected to a source of foam concentrates and to a water supply and equipped with appropriate discharge devices for fire protection agent discharge and distribution over the area to be protected. The piping system is connected to the water supply through a control valve that is usually actuated by operation of automatic detection equipment installed in the same area as the sprinklers. When this valve opens, water flows into the piping system, and foam concentrate is injected into the water. The resulting foam solution discharging through the discharge devices generates and distributes foam. Upon exhaustion of the foam concentrate supply, water discharge will follow and continue until manually shut off. Existing deluge sprinkler systems that have been converted to the use of aqueous film forming foam are classified as foam-water sprinkler systems.

(20) " Inspection "means a visual examination of a water-based fire protection system or portion thereof to verify that it appears to be in operating condition and is free of physical damage.

(21) " Maintenance "means work performed to keep equipment operable or to make repairs without altering the operation of the water-based system.

(22) " Private fire service main "means that pipe and its appurtenances on private property that are one or more of the following: (a) Between a source of water and the base of the system riser for water-based fire protection systems; (b) Between a source of water and inlets to foam-making systems; (c) Between a source of water and the base elbow of private hydrants or monitor nozzles; (d) Used as fire pump suction and discharge piping outside of a building; and (e) Beginning at the inlet side of the check valve on a gravity or pressure tank.

(23) " Private water tank "means a tank supplying water for water-based fire protection systems which is located on private property.

(24) " Single-family dwelling "means any one- and two- family dwelling or one- and two- family row houses (townhouses) separated by a two hour fire wall.

(25) " Standpipe system "means an arrangement of piping, valves, hose connections, and allied equipment installed in a building or structure with the hose connections located in such a manner that water can be discharged in streams or spray patterns through attached hoses and nozzles for the purpose of extinguishing a fire, thus protecting a building or structure, its contents, and its occupants. This is accomplished by connection to water supply systems or by pumps, tanks, and other equipment necessary to provide an adequate supply of water-to-hose connections.

(26) " Superintend "means the act of directing others' work.

(27) " Testing "means a procedure used to determine the status of a system as intended by conducting periodic physical checks on water-based fire protection systems such as, but not limited to, waterflow tests, fire pump tests, alarm tests, and trip tests of dry pipe, deluge, or preaction valves. These tests follow up on the original installation acceptance test(s) at intervals specified in the appropriate standards related to such systems, as adopted by other Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.

(28) " Water-based fire protection system "means any one system or any combination of a number of systems designed to deliver water to an apparatus designed to extinguish or retard the advancement of fire. Such systems include fire protection sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, private fire service mains, fire pumps, private water tanks, water supply fixed systems, foam-water spray systems, and foam-water sprinkler systems. The term "fire sprinkler system"is used interchangeably with this term.

(29) " Water-spray fixed system "means a special fixed pipe system connected to a reliable fire protection water supply and equipped with water-spray nozzles for specific water discharge and distribution over the surface or area to be protected. The piping system is connected to the water supply through an automatically or manually activated valve that initiates the flow of water. An automatic valve is activated by operation of automatic detection equipment installed in the same area as the water-spray nozzles.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-19-.10

(1) Water-based fire protection shop drawings shall be reviewed for code compliance with the state minimum standards by a certificate of competency holder.

(2) The reviewing certificate holder's signature, printed name, and certificate number indicating such compliance shall be indicated on all submitted plans.

(3) Non-code compliance dictated by bid documents shall be reported in the following manner. Non-code compliant shop drawings dictated by bid documents plans and or specifications shall list deficiencies printed or typed, item by item, along with codes and/or standards violated on a departmental form. In addition, the following information shall be provided as set forth in the following order: (a) the name of the facility and project; (b) the complete physical address of the project including the city and county; (c) the owner's name; (d) the responsible architect's or engineer's name responsible for producing the non-code compliant bid documents including their Georgia registration number, business name, business address and business telephone number; and (e) the Sprinkler Contractor's name, Certificate of Competency holder's name, and Certificate of Competency number and signature. The foregoing items shall be provided and outlined on a departmental form by the Certificate of Competency holder, as stated above and shall be submitted with the shop drawings.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-19-.11

(1) Only licensed fire protection system designers or other designers under their direct supervision shall prepare water-based fire protection system documents for construction. Certificate of competency holders shall be allowed to prepare water-based fire protection system documents, for construction, for their sprinkler contractor.

(2) All documents shall be representative of code complying water-based fire protection systems complying with the Rules and Regulations for the State Minimum Fire Safety Standards as adopted by the Commissioner unless otherwise permitted by this Chapter of the Rules and Regulations.

(3) All shop drawings shall meet minimum standards of the Rules and Regulations for the State Minimum Fire Safety as adopted by the Commissioner, except for the following: (a) shop drawings not meeting the codes and standards adopted by the Commissioner whose design has been enacted into law by local county or municipal ordinance; (b) non-code compliant shop drawings dictated by bid documents of a registered professional engineer or architect. Information regarding such shop drawings shall be provided as specified in 120-3-19-.10 ; or (c) non-required systems whose installations do not conform with the provisions of the Rules and Regulations for the State Minimum Fire Safety Standards may be installed if: 1. approved by the Authority Having Jurisdiction; and 2. such installations are reported to and filed with the local responding fire department and the Authority Having Jurisdiction; and 3. such installations are identified as required by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

(4) The licensed fire protection system designer's signature, printed name, and license number shall be indicated on the shop drawings.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-22-.02

The definitions contained herein are in addition to and in clarification of the definitions contained in the adopted codes and standards.

(1) "Commissioner"means the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner.

(2) "Consumer fireworks"shall have the same meaning as set forth in O.C.G.A. § 25-10-1(a)(1) . Consumer fireworks do not include those items listed in O.C.G.A. § 25-10-1(b) .

(3) "Consumer fireworks retail sales facility"shall have the same meaning as provided for by NFPA 1124; provided, however, that such term shall not include a tent, canopy, or membrane structure.

(4) "Distributor"means any person, firm, corporation, association, or partnership which sells consumer fireworks directly to the consumer or to other distributors.

(5) "Fireworks distributor license"means the license issued by the Safety Fire Commissioner that a distributor must maintain in order to legally sell consumer fireworks.

(6) "Fireworks or Pyrotechnics Exhibitions or Displays before a Proximate Audience"means any exhibition or display of fireworks, or any use of pyrotechnic special effects, that occurs within a building or structure or before an audience closer to the pyrotechnic devices than permitted by NFPA 1123, Code for Fireworks Display .

(7) "NFPA"means the National Fire Protection Association.

(8) "Nonprofit group"means any entity exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, any entity incorporated under Chapter 3 of Title 14, the 'Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code,' or a sponsored organization of a public or private elementary school or secondary school in the state.

(9) "Person"means any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, company, association, joint stock association, and any trustee, receiver, assignee, or personal representative thereof.

(10) "Proper Identification"means a document issued by a governmental agency containing a description of the person or such person's photograph, or both, and giving such person's date of birth, including a passport, military identification card, driver's license, or identification card authorized under Code Sections 40-5-100 through 40-5-104 .

(11) "Public exhibition or display of fireworks"means the use of pyrotechnics, display fireworks, consumer fireworks, or any combination of these for any purpose relating to the amusement or entertainment of the public that does not occur within a building or structure or before a proximate audience; provided that such term shall not include the private, personal use of consumer fireworks by the public.

(12) "Qualified Individual"means an individual including but not limited to a Georgia registered architect, a Georgia registered fire protection engineer, a Georgia registered professional engineer, a local building official, a local fire official, an individual certified as a Georgia certified fire inspector or an individual who has a national certification from a national codes organization acceptable to the State Fire Marshal.

(13) "State Fire Marshal"means the State Fire Marshal of Georgia or his or her designee.

(14) "Store"shall have the same meaning as provided for by NFPA 1124; provided, however, that such term shall only include such buildings with at least 4,000 square feet of retail display space and wherefrom: (a) No more that 25 percent of the retail display space is used for consumer fireworks and items or products as provided for under O.C.G.A. § 25-10-1(b) ; and (b) Other items or products which are not consumer fireworks or items or products as provided for under O.C.G.A. § 25-10-1(b) are sold; and provided, further, that such term means a person, firm, corporation, association, or partnership with more than one mercantile location, where all such mercantile locations are collectively known to the public by the same name or share central management.

(15) "Wholesale"means the sale of consumer fireworks within the State of Georgia for resale by others.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-22-.03

Plans for all proposed storage facilities of fireworks or modifications of any existing storage facility shall be submitted to the Commissioner as required in Chapter 10 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.

(1) At least two sets of plans for storage facilities shall be submitted, drawn to scale and shall be of sufficient clarity and detail to indicate the location, setting, construction, distances and such other information as necessary to indicate compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.

(2) The plans shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Commissioner or his designee.

(3) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-4.1 , the plans shall be accompanied by the mandatory plan review fee payable to the Commissioner.

(4) One set of plans shall be retained by the Commissioner and one copy shall be returned to the applicant with approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept available at the construction site for inspection by authorized representatives of the Commissioner.

(5) Construction shall not commence until the plans have been approved and returned to the applicant.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-22-.04

(1) Manufacturing operations shall be permitted only after a fireworks manufacturer's license has been issued by the Commissioner in accordance with this rule. A manufacturer's license shall not exempt the holder thereof from obtaining any other permits or licenses that may be required by other government agencies.

(2) Application for a fireworks manufacturer's license shall be made to the Commissioner annually on the form provided and shall be accompanied by a license fee pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-4.1 .

(3) Plans for all proposed manufacturing facilities or modification of any existing manufacturing facilities shall be submitted to the Commissioner with the fireworks manufacturer's application as provided in O.C.G.A. Section 25-10-3 . (a) At least two sets of plans for fireworks manufacturing facilities shall be submitted, drawn to scale, and shall include a general arrangement layout, location, safety control devices or arrangements, electrical and ventilation arrangements, construction details, emergency control arrangements and such other details, information and specifications as necessary to indicate safe operations. (b) The plans shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Commissioner or his designee. (c) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-4.1 , the plans shall be accompanied by the mandatory plan review fee payable to the Commissioner. (d) One set of plans shall be retained by the Commissioner and one copy shall be returned to the applicant with approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept available at the construction site for inspection by authorized representatives of the Commissioner. (e) Construction shall not commence until the plans have been approved and returned to the applicant.

(4) Upon receipt of a fireworks manufacturer's license application, the Commissioner shall direct his authorized representative to inspect the facility. If the authorized representative determines that all requirements for the manufacturing of fireworks contained in this Chapter have been satisfied, he may recommend that the license be processed.

(5) Upon receipt of the inspection report, the Commissioner shall examine the application and inspection report. If all requirements contained in this Chapter have been satisfied, he shall issue a fireworks manufacturer's license that shall be posted by the applicant in a conspicuous location on the premises. The manufacturer's license is nontransferable and shall expire on December 31 of each year or upon a change in the name, ownership or location of the facility. The current license number shall be recorded on all invoices, shipments, and similar transactions. The license authorizes the manufacture of any fireworks not prohibited by Congress or any federal agency; the possession, transportation, and storage of any such fireworks by any manufacturer thereof; the possession, transportation, or distribution of any such fireworks to a distributor located outside the State; the sale of such fireworks by any such manufacturer to a distributor located outside this State; or the possession and transportation of such fireworks by any manufacturer or contractor or common carrier from the point of manufacture within this State to any point outside this State.

(6) A fireworks manufacturer's license may be revoked for cause after notice and hearing provided in accordance with Rule 120-3-2-.02 of the Rules of Safety Fire Commissioner; provided, however, that the Commissioner may revoke any license prior to notice and hearing if he determines that the situation involves an imminent peril to the public health, safety and welfare and that the situation therefore requires emergency action. An emergency revocation shall contain reasons and findings for the determination, and shall be accompanied by a notice of opportunity for a hearing, which may provide that a hearing will be held if and only if the aggrieved person requests a hearing within ten (10) days of receipt of the revocation and notice.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-22-.05

1. Plans for all proposed consumer fireworks retail sales facilities or major modifications of any existing consumer fireworks retail sales facility in which the total quantity of consumer fireworks on hand at any time will exceed 1,000 pounds gross packaged product weight shall be submitted to, and receive the approval of, the State Fire Marshal prior to consumer fireworks being sold or offered for sale at retail in accordance with the following: (a) Plans shall be submitted in duplicate. (b) Plans shall be drawn to scale, shall be of sufficient clarity and detail, and shall include all information necessary to indicate compliance with the requirements of this Chapter and NFPA 1124 entitled, Code for the Manufacture, Transportation, Storage, and Retail Sales of Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles . (c) The plans shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Commissioner or his designee. (d) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-4.1 , the plans shall be accompanied by the mandatory plan review fee payable to the Commissioner. (e) One set of plans shall be retained by the Commissioner and one copy shall be returned to the applicant with approval or disapproval indicated thereon. A copy of the approved plans shall be kept available at the CFRS facility and shall be made available to authorized representatives of the State Fire Marshal or qualified individual at the time of inspection.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.02

(1) " Acceptable "means having been inspected by the Commissioner or his/her representative and approved for the intended usage.

(2) " Approved "means in addition to being acceptable, as defined herein, a device, practice, or method mandated by a coexistent authority of the Commissioner (such as the D.O.T.).

(3) " Approved Training "means any training or continuing education made available by an official company or individual specifically qualified and insured to provide such training (including equipment manufacturers) as acceptable to the Commissioner.

(4) " Clean Agent "means an electrically non-conducting, volatile, or gaseous fire-extinguishing agent that does not leave a residue upon evaporation.

(5) " CO 2 ( Carbon Dioxide )"means a colorless, odorless, electrically non-conductive inert gas suitable for use in portable extinguishers or fire systems.

(6) " Commissioner "means the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner or his/her designated representative.

(7) " Continuing Education "means education, information or training derived from participating and successfully completing a course, class or seminar pertaining to the fire protection industry for the purpose of increasing one's aptitude, knowledge or skill in a particular area or task which is acceptable to and approved by the Commissioner prior to receiving credit units.

(8) " Credit Units "means actual hours of active participation in a course, class or seminar pertaining to the fire protection industry for the purpose of increasing one's aptitude, knowledge or skill in a particular area or task. One hour of personal course contact acceptable to the Commissioner will equal one credit unit.

(9) " DOT "means the United States Department of Transportation.

(10) " EMT "means electrical metallic tubing used for enclosing detection cables, remote pull stations, gas shut offs and electrical wiring.

(11) " Engineered Special Hazard Fire Suppression System "means any fire suppression system having pipe lengths, number of fittings, number and types of nozzles, suppression agent flow rates, and nozzle pressures as determined by calculations derived from the appropriate standards of the National Fire Protection Association, whether those calculations are performed by hand or by a computer program or by other method of calculation. These systems may consist of other components, including, but not limited to, detection devices, alarm devices, and control devices as tested and approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory and shall be manufacturer listed as compatible with the fire suppression system involved.

(12) " Fire Suppression System "means any fire-fighting system employing a suppression agent for the purpose of controlling, suppression, or extinguishing a fire in a specific hazard. The suppression agent shall be a currently recognized agent or water additive required to control, suppress, or extinguish a fire. The term fire suppression system shall include engineered special hazard and pre-engineered fire suppression systems as defined in these rules and regulations and shall not include those systems addressed in Chapter 11 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.

(13) " Firm "means any corporation, business, person, partnership, organization, association, contractor, individual or other entity, engaged in the business of installing, inspecting, altering, maintaining, recharging, repairing or servicing fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems.

(14) "Full Time Employee" means an individual who works for the firm and is on payroll for a minimum of thirty and one half hours of paid service per week, per employer.

(15) " High Pressure Cylinder "means cylinders and cartridges containing nitrogen or compressed gases at a service pressure higher than 500 psi (3447 kPa) at 70°F (21°C).

(16) " Hydrostatic Testing "means cylinder pressure testing by water jacketed test pressure means.

(17) " Industrial Fire Suppression System "means a pre-engineered automatic fire extinguishing system provided for the protection of property or equipment as described by the manufacturer other than those systems covered under the definition of kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system.

(18) " Inspection "means a thorough examination which is part of the designated or prescribed maintenance of a fire extinguisher or of a fire suppression system to give maximum assurance that the fire extinguisher or fire suppression system is in its proper location, appropriately sized for the hazard it is intended to cover, there is no physical or chemical damage to prevent its proper operation, the extinguisher or system is fully charged and is in proper operating condition. Such procedure shall only be conducted by a properly permitted technician unless otherwise exempted by Chapter 12 of O.C.G.A. Title 25 or by this Chapter. It includes a thorough examination by inspection and any necessary repair or replacement of components as well as, revealing if hydrostatic testing is required.

(19) " Kitchen or Restaurant Fire Suppression System "means an automatic fire extinguishing system provided for the protection of grease removal devices, hoods, duct systems, cooking equipment and listed for such use as outlined in National Fire Protection Association Standard 96, Standard for Removal of Smoke and Grease-Laden Vapors from Commercial Cooking Equipment edition as adopted and modified by Chapter 120-3-3 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and systems classified under UL300A.

(20) " License "means the document issued by the Commissioner which authorizes a firm to engage in the business of installation, repair, alteration, recharging, inspection, maintenance, service or testing of fire suppression systems or portable fire extinguishers.

(21) " Low Pressure Cylinder "means those cylinders having an operating or service pressure of 500 psi (3447 kPa) or lower at 70°F (21°C).

(22) " Maintenance "means a thorough examination of the portable fire extinguisher or fire suppression system. It is intended to give maximum assurance that a fire extinguisher or fire suppression system will operate effectively and safely. It includes a thorough examination by inspection and any necessary repair or replacement of components as well as, revealing if hydrostatic testing is required.

(23) " Manufacturer's Certification "means certification derived from participating and successfully completing a training course issued by the manufacturer or other designated agent or representatives authorized by the original equipment manufacturer.

(24) " NAFED "means National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors.

(25) " NFPA "means National Fire Protection Association.

(26) " NICET "means National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies and, when used in this regulation, refers to the Special Hazards Systems program areas.

(27) " Permit "means the document issued by the Commissioner which authorizes an individual to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service, or test fire suppression systems or portable fire extinguishers as a direct result of meeting the minimum qualifications herein for which the individual has applied.

(28) " Portable Fire Extinguisher "means a portable device containing an extinguishing agent that can be expelled under pressure for the purpose of suppressing or extinguishing a fire. The device must be listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. The device must bear a manufacturer's name and serial number. The listings, approvals, and serial numbers may be stamped on the manufacturer's identification and instruction plate or on a separate plate of the testing laboratory soldered or attached to the extinguisher shell in a permanent manner as set forth by the listing or approving organization.

(29) " Pre-Engineered Fire Suppression System "means any system having predetermined flow rates, nozzle pressures, and quantities of an extinguishing agent. These systems have specific pipe sizes, maximum and minimum pipe lengths, flexible hose specifications, number of fittings, and number and types of nozzles prescribed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. The hazards protected by these systems are specifically limited as to the type and size by the testing laboratory based upon actual fire tests. Limitations on hazards that can be protected by these systems are contained in the manufacturer's installation manual, which is referenced as part of the listing.

(30) " RIN "means the current retester identification number issued by the DOT or its designated agency, to retest facilities that can then legally perform cylinder requalifications. Only the DOT or its designated agency has the authority to issue such numbers in the United States.

(31) " Service "means the performance of an inspection, installation, maintenance or repair of a portable fire extinguisher or fire suppression system.

(32) " Service Location "means any location where the inspection, installation, or repair is performed on any portable fire extinguisher or fire suppression system covered by these rules and regulations including mobile service vehicles.

(33) " Standard "means any official NFPA publication pertaining to the fire protection industry and addressed in this Chapter.

(34) " Visual Inspection "means a monthly "quick check"to determine that a portable fire extinguisher or fire suppression system cylinder is available and has not been discharged. A visual inspection is intended to give reasonable assurance that the extinguisher or system cylinder is fully charged and operable. A visual inspection is done by verifying the extinguisher or system cylinder is in its designated place, it has not been actuated or tampered with, and there is no obvious physical damage or condition that would prevent its operation. This inspection may be conducted by the equipment owner, his/her employee or a written designated representative of the equipment owner and is not to be confused with inspections conducted under the designated or prescribed maintenance procedures of a portable fire extinguisher or fire suppression system.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.06

(1) A firm may obtain a license to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems upon meeting the following requirements: (a) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has completed an application form acceptable to the Commissioner. (b) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has paid an annual license fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) and a one time non-refundable filing fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) to the Commissioner. (c) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted evidence of the firm's registration as a current Georgia Corporation. (d) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner a certificate of liability insurance listing the physical address of the business that provides proof of a valid comprehensive liability insurance policy purchased from an insurer or surplus lines broker authorized to do business in Georgia. The certificate of liability insurance shall list the Insurance Commissioner as the certificate holder to the address of the Safety Fire Division, 2 Martin Luther King Drive, 620 West Tower, Atlanta, GA 30334. The coverage must include bodily injury and property damage, products liability, completed operations, and contractual liability. The minimum amount of said coverage shall be one million dollars ($1,000,000.00), provided, however, the amount of insurance required may be higher if so specified by the Commissioner. An insurer which provides such coverage shall notify the Commissioner of any change in coverage. (e) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted to the State Fire Marshal's Office the following: 1. A letter on company letter head indicating the areas the company intends to provide services. 2. A minimum of three (3) samples of all service tags, maintenance labels, test labels, non-compliance tags and high pressure cylinder stamps to be used by the company as indicated by the above service letter received, meeting the requirements of Rule 120-3-23-.14 . Where stamps are allowed to utilized, ink stamped impressions showing the applicants DOT (RIN) number shall be submitted with a copy of the firm's DOT approvals and renewals. Tags and labels may be printed and established for any period of time. However, after each printing, a minimum of three newly printed sample tags or labels and collars must be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal's office as indicated in this paragraph and under Rule 120-3-23-.14 . (f) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with one of the following: 1. The applicant has maintained a valid permit issued by the Commissioner to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems for a minimum of a three year period; or 2. Proof of one full time employee of the firm that has maintained a valid permit issued by the Commissioner to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems for a minimum of a three year period. Exception to (f): Applicants that meet the provisions of subparagraph (g)1. or (g)6. denoted below. (g) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with one of the following: 1. Current certification from the manufacturer of the pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the applicant has been successfully trained and certified; or 2. Notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level III, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems; or 3. Current certification as a Pre-Engineered Kitchen Fire Extinguishing System Technician by the National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED); or 4. Current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner; or 5. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification as a Pre-Engineered Kitchen Fire Extinguishing System Technician by the National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED); or 6. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification from the manufacturer of the pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the full time employee has been successfully trained and certified; or 7. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level III, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems; or 8. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner. (h) An inspection by means as determined by the Commissioner has determined that the minimum equipment listed below for the activities the applicant requested to be licensed to perform was present at the service location and/or in each mobile service vehicle utilized by the firm. 1. Proper wrenches with non-serrated jaws or strap wrenches. 2. Non-serrated needle nose pliers or valve puller. 3. Inspection light suitable for internal inspection of pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders. 4. Accurate weighing scales in pound increments for pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders inspection and filling. 5. Accurate weighing scales in ounce increments for pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cartridge inspection and/or filling. 6. Fixed vise appropriately sized for its intended use. 7. A supply of extinguishing agent(s) or compatibly listed agent(s) appropriate for the types of pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems the firm requests to fill, and facilities for the proper storage of extinguishing agents as set forth by the specifications from the agent manufacturer. 8. Commercial dry nitrogen supply with a dew point of -60°F (-51°C) or lower (CGA nitrogen specification G10.1, grades D through P) and pressure regulator with supply and regulated pressure gages calibrated and suitable for properly pressurizing pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system. 9. Equipment shall be on hand at the stationary facility location and each service vehicle for leak testing pressurized pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders. Use of a spray bottle containing a soap solution for leak testing pressurized system cylinders or their installations is permitted. 10. A supply of adapters, fittings, tools and equipment required for properly servicing, repairing, maintaining and or recharging all systems the firm solicits or accepts for service, repair, maintenance or recharge. These needs shall be based on the service or recharge specifications of the pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system manufacturer and is not intended to prohibit the use of compatibly listed parts meeting the specifications of the pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system manufacturer. 11. Inventory of manufacturer or compatibly listed spare parts to include system detector and control parts as applicable for all pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems the firm solicits or accepts for service, repair, maintenance or recharge based on the service or recharge specifications of the systems manufacturer. 12. A copy of the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association currently adopted by the Commissioner, and copies of installation, service and maintenance manuals from the manufacturer of each make or brand of pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system the firm installs, services, recharges, repairs, or maintains. 13. A supply of required service, maintenance and test tags meeting the provisions of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. 14. Pipe threader and associated tools and dies. 15. Appropriate replacement cylinders for exchange if pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders are removed for service. (i) If the applicant includes in the request for a license the request for hydrostatic testing of low pressure DOT or non-DOT regulated pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders, in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-15. the applicant must possess low pressure hydro testing equipment as follows: 1. Appropriate, hydrostatic test equipment for low-pressure cylinders as well as manuals in accordance with DOT and the applicable NFPA Standards. 2. Adequate safety cage for hydrostatic testing of low pressure pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders in accordance with DOT requirements and the applicable NFPA Standards. 3. Low-pressure hydrostatic test labels for DOT or non-DOT regulated pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders containing at least the minimum information required by paragraph (5) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. Exception to (i) : The provisions in subparagraph (i) shall not apply to a primary firm that accepts low-pressure pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders for hydrostatic testing by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The secondary firm actually hydrostatically testing the cylinder must properly label the cylinder in conformance with paragraph (5) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. (j) If the applicant includes in the request for a license for the hydrostatic testing of high-pressure DOT regulated pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders, in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-15., the applicant must submit with the application a copy of its DOT approvals and renewals. Exception : The provisions in subparagraph (j) shall not apply to a primary firm that accepts high-pressure pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system cylinders for hydrostatic testing by firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The firm actually hydrostatically testing the cylinder must properly stamp the cylinder with their current DOT (RIN) number when required by and in conformance with DOT regulations. (k) Nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying by an announced or unannounced re-inspection of the service location and/or in each mobile service vehicle utilized by the firm that such equipment listed and required in subparagraphs (h) through (j) exists and is readily available. The Commissioner may give the registered agent of the firm up to 30 days as deemed appropriate by him/her to correct any deficiencies discovered by such inspection. Furthermore, nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying such evidence of notification, certification or testing as required in subparagraph (g) and experience as required in subparagraph (f).

(2) Any license issued under the provisions of subparagraph (g)1. or subparagraph (g)6. due to certification received from the manufacturer shall be considered a restricted license to only allow the firm and the permit holder(s) to install, inspect, service and test those pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems whom certification is received and filed with the Commissioner. Such restricted license shall not constitute any additional approvals as a license for the installation, inspection servicing or testing of any other pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system. In addition, such license will automatically restrict the firm's permit applicant(s) and permit holder(s) activities operating under the firm's license regardless of their qualifications.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.07

(1) An individual may obtain a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems upon meeting the following requirements: (a) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted a completed permit application form acceptable to the Commissioner. (b) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service, or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has paid an annual permit of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) and a one time non-refundable filing fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to the Commissioner if the applicant is a new employee of the firm. (c) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted evidence of employment by a firm properly licensed to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered kitchen fire suppression systems. (d) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner the following required for processing of the permit: 1. A current color headshot digital photograph, taken with a three (3) Megapixel camera or better, and saved at the lowest resolution available in a jpeg or jpg format. 2. A completed signature form attached to the application containing three (3) individual signatures of the applicant within the designated areas. The signatures shall be a true representation of the applicant's normal signature and shall be in black ink using a medium point pen. Fine point pens shall not be acceptable. (e) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with one of the following: 1. Current certification from the manufacturer of the pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the applicant has been successfully trained and certified; or 2. Notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level II, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems; or 3. Current certification as a Pre-Engineered Kitchen Fire Extinguishing System Technician by the National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED); or 4. Current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner, (f) Nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying such evidence of notification, certification or testing as required in subparagraph (e).

(2) Any permit issued under the provisions of subparagraph (e)1. due to certification received from the manufacturer shall be considered a restricted permit to only allow the firm's permit holder(s) to install, inspect, service and test those pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression systems whom certification is received and filed with the Commissioner under the firm's license. Such restricted permit shall not constitute any additional approvals as a permit for the installation, inspection, servicing or testing of any other pre-engineered kitchen or restaurant fire suppression system regardless of the permit holder's qualifications.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.08

(1) A firm may obtain a license to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems upon meeting the following requirements: (a) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has completed an application form acceptable to the Commissioner. (b) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has paid an annual license fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) and a one time non-refundable filing fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) to the Commissioner. (c) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted evidence of the firm's registration as a current Georgia Corporation. (d) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner a certificate of liability insurance listing the physical address of the business that provides proof of a valid comprehensive liability insurance policy purchased from an insurer or surplus lines broker authorized to do business in Georgia. The certificate of liability insurance shall list the Insurance Commissioner as the certificate holder to the address of the Safety Fire Division, 2 Martin Luther King Drive, 620 West Tower, Atlanta, GA 30334. The coverage must include bodily injury and property damage, products liability, completed operations, and contractual liability. The minimum amount of said coverage shall be one million dollars ($1,000,000.00), provided, however, the amount of insurance required may be higher if so specified by the Commissioner. An insurer which provides such coverage shall notify the Commissioner of any change in coverage. (e) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted to the State Fire Marshal's Office the following: 1. A letter on company letter head indicating the areas the company intends to provide services. 2. A minimum of three (3) samples of all service tags, maintenance labels, test labels, non-compliance tags and high pressure cylinder stamps to be used by the company as indicated by the above service letter received, meeting the requirements of Rule 120-3-23-.14 . Where stamps are allowed to utilized, ink stamped impressions showing the applicants DOT (RIN) number shall be submitted with a copy of the firm's DOT approvals and renewals. Tags and labels may be printed and established for any period of time. However, after each printing, a minimum of three newly printed sample tags and labels must be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal's office as indicated in this paragraph and under Rule 120-3-23-.14 . (f) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with one of the following: 1. The applicant has maintained a valid permit issued by the Commissioner to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems for a minimum of a three year period; or, 2. Proof of one full time employee of the firm that has maintained a valid permit issued by the Commissioner to install, inspect, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems for a minimum of a three year period. Exception to (f) : Applicants that meet the provisions of subparagraph (g)1. or subparagraph (g)6. denoted below. (g) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with the following: 1. Current certification from the manufacturer of the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the applicant has been successfully trained and certified; or 2. Notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level III, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems; or 3. Current certification as a Pre-Engineered Industrial Fire Extinguishing System Technician by the National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED); or 4. Current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner; or 5. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification as a Pre-Engineered Industrial Fire Extinguishing System Technician by the National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED); or 6. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification from the manufacturer of the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the full time employee has been successfully trained and certified; or 7. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level III, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems; or 8. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner. (h) An inspection by means as determined by the Commissioner has determined that the minimum equipment listed below for the activities the applicant requested to be licensed to perform was present at the service location and/or in each mobile service vehicle utilized by the firm. 1. Proper wrenches with non-serrated jaws or strap wrenches. 2. Non-serrated needle nose pliers or valve puller. 3. Inspection light suitable for internal inspection of pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders. 4. Accurate weighing scales in pound increments for pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinder inspection and filling. 5. Accurate weighing scales in ounce increments for pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cartridge inspection and/or filling. 6. Fixed vise appropriately sized for its intended use. 7. A supply of extinguishing agent(s) or compatibly listed agent(s) appropriate for the types of pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems the firm requests to fill, and facilities for the proper storage of extinguishing agents as set forth by the specifications from the agent manufacturer. 8. Commercial dry nitrogen supply with a dew point of -60°F (-51°C) or lower (CGA nitrogen specification G10.1, grades D through P) and pressure regulator with supply and regulated pressure gages calibrated and suitable for properly pressurizing pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system. 9. Equipment, which allows for the complete immersion of a cylinder, shall be on hand at the stationary facility location for leak testing pressurized pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders. Service vehicles may use a spray bottle containing a soap solution for leak testing pressurized system cylinders or their installations. 10. A supply of adapters, fittings, tools and equipment required for properly servicing, repairing, maintaining and or recharging all pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems the firm solicits or accepts for service, repair, maintenance or recharge. These needs shall be based on the service or recharge specifications of the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system manufacturer and is not intended to prohibit the use of compatibly listed parts meeting the specifications of the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system manufacturer. 11. Inventory of manufacturer or compatibly listed spare parts to include system detector and control parts as applicable for all pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems the firm solicits or accepts for service, repair, maintenance or recharge based on the service or recharge specifications of the systems manufacturer. 12. A copy of the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association currently adopted by the Commissioner, and copies of installation, service and maintenance manuals from the manufacturer of each make or brand of pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system the firm installs, services, recharges, repairs, or maintains. 13. A supply of required service, maintenance and test tags meeting the provisions of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. 14. Pipe threader and associated tools and dies. 15. Appropriate replacement cylinders for exchange if pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders are removed for service. (i) If the applicant includes in the request for a license the request for hydrostatic testing of low pressure DOT or non-DOT regulated pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders, in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-15., the applicant must possess low pressure hydrostatic testing equipment as follows: 1. Appropriate, hydrostatic test equipment for low-pressure cylinders as well as manuals in accordance with DOT and the applicable NFPA Standards. 2. Approved drying method for low-pressure pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders after the hydrostatic test in accordance with DOT requirements and the applicable NFPA Standards. 3. Adequate safety cage for hydrostatic testing of low pressure pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders in accordance with DOT requirements and the applicable NFPA Standards. 4. Low-pressure hydrostatic test labels for DOT or non-DOT regulated pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders containing at least the minimum information required by Paragraph (5) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. Exception to (i) : The provisions in subparagraph (i) shall not to apply to a primary firm that accepts low-pressure pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders for hydrostatic testing by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The secondary firm actually hydrostatically testing the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinder must properly label the cylinder in conformance with paragraph (5) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. The primary firm must properly tag the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system after proper inspection and maintenance is performed. (j) If the applicant includes in the request for a license for the hydrostatic testing of high-pressure DOT regulated pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders, in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment in listed in listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-15., the applicant must submit with the application a copy of its DOT approvals and renewals. Exception : The provision in subparagraph (j) shall not apply to a primary firm that accepts high-pressure pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders for hydrostatic testing by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The secondary firm actually hydrostatically testing the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinder must properly stamp the cylinder with their current DOT (RIN) number when required by and in conformance with this Chapter and DOT regulations. (k) If the applicant includes in the request for a license activities that involve the transfer of clean agent pre-engineered industrial fire suppression agents, in addition to the minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-15., the applicant must have the following equipment: 1. Listed clean agent filling equipment/pumping station and/or closed recovery system at the clean agent recharge location only for each type of clean agent being utilized. 2. Chemical supply tank(s) for each type of clean agent extinguisher being serviced. Exception to (k) : The provisions in (k) shall not apply to the primary firm that accepts clean agent pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders for recharge by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The secondary firm actually recharging and servicing the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders must properly install a service collar onto the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders in conformance with paragraph (5) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. The primary firm must tag the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders with their company tag in conformance with Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter after conducting a proper maintenance inspection. (l) If the applicant includes in the request for a license the service, maintenance, repair or recharge of CO 2 pre-engineered fire suppression systems the following equipment shall be provided at the service location(s) in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-15., the applicant must have the following equipment: 1. CO 2 cascade system for proper filling of CO 2 pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders; or 2. An approved electric pump system for proper filling of CO 2 pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders; or 3. An approved pneumatic pump system for proper filling of CO 2 pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders; or 4. An alternate system for proper filling of CO 2 pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders based on new technology may be used provided the level of safety prescribed by the appropriate standard is not lowered and the system is approved by the Commissioner after being evaluated. 5. Approved drying method for low-pressure pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders after the hydrostatic test in accordance with DOT requirements and the applicable NFPA Standards. 6. Equipment shall be on hand at the stationary facility location and each service vehicle for leak testing pressurized pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders. Use of a spray bottle containing a soap solution for leak testing pressurized pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders is permitted. Exception to (l) : The provisions in subparagraph (l) shall not apply to a primary firm that accepts CO 2 pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders for recharge by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service provided the primary firm tags the CO 2 fire extinguisher after conducting a proper maintenance inspection on the CO 2 pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system cylinders. (m) Nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying by an announced or unannounced re-inspection of the service location and/or in each mobile service vehicle utilized by the firm that such equipment listed and required in subparagraphs (g) through (k) exists and is readily available. The Commissioner may give the registered agent of the firm up to 30 days as deemed appropriate by him/her to correct any deficiencies discovered by such inspection. Furthermore, nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying such evidence of notification, certification or testing as required in subparagraph (g) and experience as required in subparagraph (f).

(2) Any license issued under the provisions of subparagraph (g)1. or subparagraph (g)6. due to certification received from the manufacturer shall be considered a restricted license to only allow the firm and the permit holder(s) to install, inspect, service and test those pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems whom certification is received and filed with the Commissioner. Such restricted license shall not constitute any additional approvals as a license for the installation, inspection servicing or testing of any other pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system. In addition, such license will automatically restrict the firm's permit applicant(s) and permit holder(s) activities operating under the firm's license regardless of their qualifications.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.09

(1) An individual may obtain a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system upon meeting the following requirements: (a) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted a completed permit application form acceptable to the Commissioner. (b) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service, or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has paid an annual permit of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) and a one time non-refundable filing fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to the Commissioner if the applicant is a new employee of the firm. (c) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted evidence of employment by a firm properly licensed to install, inspect, service and test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems. (d) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner the following required for processing of the permit: 1. A current color headshot digital photograph, taken with a three (3) Megapixel camera or better, and saved at the lowest resolution available in a jpeg or jpg format. 2. A completed signature form attached to the application containing three (3) individual signatures of the applicant within the designated areas. The signatures shall be a true representation of the applicant's normal signature and shall be in black ink using a medium point pen. Fine point pens shall not be acceptable. (e) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with one of the following: 1. Current certification from the manufacturer of the pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the applicant has been successfully trained and certified. 2. Notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level II, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems. 3. Current certification as a Pre-Engineered Industrial Fire Extinguishing System Technician by the National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED). 4. Current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner. (f) Nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying such evidence of notification, certification or testing as required in subparagraph (e).

(2) Any permit issued under the provisions of subparagraph (e)1. due to certification received from the manufacturer shall be considered a restricted permit to only allow the firm's permit holder(s) to install, inspect, service and test those pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems whom certification is received and filed with the Commissioner under the firm's license. Such restricted permit shall not constitute any additional approvals as a permit for the installation, inspection servicing or testing of any other pre-engineered industrial fire suppression system regardless of the permit holder's qualifications.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.10

(1) A firm may obtain a license to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems upon meeting the following requirements: (a) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has completed an application form acceptable to the Commissioner. (b) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has paid an annual license fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) and a one time non-refundable filing fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) to the Commissioner. (c) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted evidence of the firm's registration as a current Georgia Corporation. (d) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner a certificate of liability insurance listing the physical address of the business that provides proof of a valid comprehensive liability insurance policy purchased from an insurer or surplus lines broker authorized to do business in Georgia. The certificate of liability insurance shall list the Insurance Commissioner as the certificate holder to the address of the Safety Fire Division, 2 Martin Luther King Drive, 620 West Tower, Atlanta, GA 30334. The coverage must include bodily injury and property damage, products liability, completed operations, and contractual liability. The minimum amount of said coverage shall be one million dollars ($1,000,000.00), provided, however, the amount of insurance required may be higher if so specified by the Commissioner. An insurer which provides such coverage shall notify the Commissioner of any change in coverage. (e) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted to the State Fire Marshal's Office the following: 1. A letter on company letter head indicating the areas the company intends to provide services. 2. A minimum of three (3) samples of all service tags, maintenance labels, test labels, non-compliance tags and high pressure cylinder stamps to be used by the company as indicated by the above service letter received, meeting the requirements of Rule 120-3-23-.14 . Where stamps are allowed to utilized, ink stamped impressions showing the applicants DOT (RIN) number shall be submitted with a copy of the firm's DOT approvals and renewals. Tags and labels may be printed and established for any period of time. However, after each printing, a minimum of three newly printed sample tags and labels must be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal's office as indicated in this paragraph and under Rule 120-3-23-.14 . (f) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service or test engineered industrial fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with one of the following: 1. The applicant has maintained a valid permit issued by the Commissioner to install, inspect, service or test engineered industrial fire suppression systems for a minimum of a three year period; or, 2. Proof of one full time employee of the firm that has maintained a valid permit issued by the Commissioner to install, inspect, service or test engineered industrial fire suppression systems for a minimum of a three year period. Exception to (f) : Applicants that meet the provisions of subparagraph (g)1. or subparagraph (g)7. denoted below. (g) The applicant for a license to install, inspect, service and test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with one of the following: 1. Current certification from the manufacturer of the engineered special hazard fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the applicant has been successfully trained and certified. 2. Notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting certification at or above Level IV in Special Hazards Suppression Systems. 3. Current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner; or 4. Notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level III, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems and has maintained a current license for the past five years. 5. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification from the manufacturer of the engineered special hazard fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the full time employee has been successfully trained and certified. 6. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting certification at or above Level IV in Special Hazards Suppression Systems. 7. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner. 8. Proof of one full time employee of the firm with documentation of notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level III, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems and has maintained a current license for the past five years. (h) An inspection by means as determined by the Commissioner has determined that the minimum equipment listed below for the activities the applicant requested to be licensed to perform was present at the service location and/or in each mobile service vehicle utilized by the firm. 1. Proper wrenches with non-serrated jaws or strap wrenches. 2. Non-serrated needle nose pliers or valve puller. 3. Inspection light suitable for internal inspection of engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders. 4. Accurate weighing scales in pounds increments for engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinder inspection and filling. 5. Accurate weighing scales in ounce increments for engineered special hazard fire suppression system cartridge inspection and/or filling. 6. Fixed vise appropriately sized for its intended use. 7. A supply of extinguishing agent(s) or compatibly listed agent(s) appropriate for the types of engineered special hazard fire suppression systems the firm requests to fill, and facilities for the proper storage of extinguishing agents as set forth by the specifications from the agent manufacturer. 8. Commercial dry nitrogen supply with a dew point of -60°F (-51°C) or lower (CGA nitrogen specification G10.1, grades D through P) and pressure regulator with supply and regulated pressure gages calibrated and suitable for properly pressurizing engineered special hazard fire suppression system. 9. Equipment shall be on hand at the stationary facility location for leak testing pressurized non-CO 2 engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders. A leak detector is acceptable. In addition, a spray bottle containing a soap solution for leak testing pressurized system cylinders or their installations. 10. A supply of adapters, fittings, tools and equipment required for properly servicing, repairing, maintaining and or recharging all engineered special hazard fire suppression systems the firm solicits or accepts for service, repair, maintenance or recharge. These needs shall be based on the service or recharge specifications of the engineered special hazard fire suppression system manufacturer and is not intended to prohibit the use of compatibly listed parts meeting the specifications of the engineered special hazard fire suppression system manufacturer. 11. Closed recovery system(s) and storage to remove and store dry chemicals and/or clean agent where required by the manufacturer from engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders during servicing. 12. Inventory of manufacturer or compatibly listed spare parts to include system detector and control parts as applicable for all engineered special hazard fire suppression systems the firm solicits or accepts for service, repair, maintenance or recharge based on the service or recharge specifications of the systems manufacturer. 13. A copy of the applicable standards of the National Fire Protection Association currently adopted by the Commissioner, and copies of installation, service and maintenance manuals from the manufacturer of each make or brand of engineered special hazard fire suppression system the firm installs, services, recharges, repairs, or maintains. 14. A supply of required service, maintenance and test tags meeting the provisions of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. 15. Pipe threader and associated tools and dies. 16. Appropriate replacement cylinders for exchange if engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders are removed for service. (i) If the applicant includes in the request for a license the request for hydrostatic testing of low pressure DOT or non-DOT regulated engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders, in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-16., the applicant must possess low pressure hydro testing equipment as follows: 1. Appropriate, hydrostatic test equipment for low-pressure cylinders as well as manuals in accordance with DOT and the applicable NFPA Standards. 2. Approved drying method for low-pressure engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders after the hydrostatic test in accordance with DOT requirements and the applicable NFPA Standards. 3. Adequate safety cage for hydrostatic testing of low pressure engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders in accordance with DOT requirements and the applicable NFPA Standards. 4. Low-pressure hydrostatic test labels for DOT or non-DOT regulated engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders containing at least the minimum information required by paragraph (5) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. Exception to (i) : The provision in subparagraph (i) shall not to apply to a primary firm that accepts low-pressure engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders for hydrostatic testing by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The secondary firm actually hydrostatically testing the engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinder must properly label the cylinder in conformance with paragraph (5) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. (j) If the applicant includes in the request for a license for the hydrostatic testing of high-pressure DOT regulated engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders, in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-16., the applicant must submit with the application a copy of its DOT approvals and renewals. Exception : The provision in subparagraph (j) shall not apply to a primary firm that accepts high-pressure engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders for hydrostatic testing by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The secondary firm actually hydrostatically testing the engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinder must properly stamp the cylinder with their current DOT (RIN) number in conformance with this Chapter and DOT regulations. (k) If the applicant includes in the request for a license activities that involve the transfer of clean agent engineered special hazard fire suppression agents, in addition to the minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-16., the applicant must have the following equipment: 1. Listed clean agent filling equipment/pumping station and/or closed recovery system at the clean agent recharge location only for each type of clean agent being utilized. 2. Chemical supply tank(s) for each type of clean agent extinguisher being serviced. Exception to (k) : The provisions in (k) shall not apply to a primary firm that accepts Clean agent engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders for recharge by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The primary firm must properly tag the engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders with their company tag in conformance with Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. (l) If the applicant includes in the request for a license the service, maintenance, repair or recharge of CO 2 engineered special hazard fire suppression systems the following equipment shall be provided at the service location(s) in addition to the appropriate minimum equipment listed in subparagraphs (h)1.-16., the applicant must have the following equipment: 1. CO 2 cascade system for proper filling of CO 2 engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders; or 2. An approved electric pump system for proper filling of CO 2 engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders; or 3. An approved pneumatic pump system for proper filling of CO 2 engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders; or 4. An alternate system for proper filling of CO 2 engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders based on new technology may be used provided the level of safety prescribed by the appropriate standard is not lowered and the system is approved by the Commissioner after being evaluated. Exception to (l) : The provisions in subparagraph (l) shall not apply to a primary firm that accepts CO 2 engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders for recharge by a secondary firm which is licensed and equipped to provide this service. The primary firm must properly tag the engineered special hazard fire suppression system cylinders with their company tag in conformance with Rule 120-3-23-.14 of this Chapter. (m) Nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying by an announced or unannounced re-inspection of the service location and/or in each mobile service vehicle utilized by the firm that such equipment listed and required in subparagraphs (h) through (l) exists and is readily available. The Commissioner may give the registered agent of the firm up to 30 days as deemed appropriate by him/her to correct any deficiencies discovered by such inspection. Furthermore, nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying such evidence of notification, certification or testing as required in subparagraph (g) and experience as required in subparagraph (f).

(2) Any license issued under the provisions of subparagraph (g)1. or subparagraph (g)5. due to certification received from the manufacturer shall be considered a restricted license to only allow the firm and the permit holder(s) to install, inspect, service and test those engineered special hazard fire suppression systems whom certification is received and filed with the Commissioner. Such restricted license shall not constitute any additional approvals as a license for the installation, inspection servicing or testing of any other engineered special hazard fire suppression system. In addition, such license will automatically restrict the firm's permit applicant(s) and permit holder(s) activities operating under the firm's license regardless of their qualifications.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.11

(1) An individual may obtain a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems upon meeting the following requirements: (a) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted a completed permit application form acceptable to the Commissioner. (b) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service, or test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has paid an annual permit of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) and a one time non-refundable filing fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to the Commissioner if the applicant is a new employee of the firm. (c) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted evidence of employment by a firm properly licensed to install, inspect, service and test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems. (d) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner the following required for processing of the permit: 1. A current color headshot digital photograph, taken with a three (3) Megapixel camera or better, and saved at the lowest resolution available in a jpeg or jpg format. 2. A completed signature form attached to the application containing three (3) individual signatures of the applicant within the designated areas. The signatures shall be a true representation of the applicant's normal signature and shall be in black ink using a medium point pen. Fine point pens shall not be acceptable. (e) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test engineered special hazard fire suppression systems has submitted to the Commissioner evidence of compliance with subparagraphs 1., 2., 3. or 4. Nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying such evidence of certification or exam requirements. 1. Current certification from the manufacturer of the engineered special hazard fire suppression system denoting the specific system and areas in which the applicant has been successfully trained and certified; or 2. Notification from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting certification at or above Level III in Special Hazards Suppression Systems; or 3. Current certification or testing by other nationally recognized organizations as deemed appropriate and acceptable by the Commissioner; or 4. Notification from the National Institute of Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) denoting the successful completion of Level II, Technician certification exam requirements for Special Hazards Suppression Systems and has maintained a current permit for the past five years. (f) Nothing shall preclude the Commissioner from verifying such evidence of notification, certification or testing as required in subparagraph (e).

(2) Any permit issued under the provisions of subparagraph (e)1 due to certification received from the manufacturer shall be considered a restricted permit to only allow the firm's permit holder(s) to install, inspect, service and test those engineered special hazard fire suppression systems whom certification is received and filed with the Commissioner under the firm's license. Such restricted permit shall not constitute any additional approvals as a permit for the installation, inspection, servicing or testing of any other engineered special hazard fire suppression system regardless of the permit holder's qualifications.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.12

To provide for a training program, an individual may obtain a provisional permit. Such permit shall not permit an individual to install, inspect, recharge, repair, service or test fire suppression systems or portable fire extinguishers without the direct and immediate supervision of a person whom is properly permitted by the Commissioner to install, inspect, recharge, repair, service or test fire suppression systems or portable fire extinguishers. A provisional permit may be issued to an applicant upon meeting the following requirements:

(a) The applicant for a provisional permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test portable fire extinguishers, pre-engineered kitchen fire suppression systems, pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems and/or engineered special hazard fire suppression systems under the direct and immediate supervision of a person whom is properly permitted by the Commissioner has submitted a completed provisional permit application form acceptable to the Commissioner.

(b) The applicant for a provisional permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test portable fire extinguishers, pre-engineered kitchen fire suppression systems, pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems and/or engineered special hazard fire suppression systems under the direct and immediate supervision of a person whom is properly permitted by the Commissioner has paid an annual permit of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for each permit type and a one time non-refundable filing fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) to the Commissioner if the applicant is a new employee of the firm.

(c) The applicant for a provisional permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test portable fire extinguishers, pre-engineered kitchen fire suppression systems, pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems and/or engineered special hazard fire suppression systems under the direct and immediate supervision of a person whom is properly permitted by the Commissioner has submitted evidence of employment by a firm properly licensed to install, inspect, service and test portable fire extinguishers, pre-engineered kitchen fire suppression systems, pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems and/or engineered special hazard fire suppression systems.

(d) The applicant for a permit to install, inspect, repair, recharge, service or test portable fire extinguishers, pre-engineered kitchen fire suppression systems, pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems and/or engineered special hazard fire suppression systems under the direct and immediate supervision of a person whom is properly permitted by the Commissioner has submitted to the Commissioner the following required for processing of the permit: 1. A current color headshot digital photograph, taken with a three (3) Megapixel camera or better, and saved at the lowest resolution available in a jpeg or jpg format. 2. A completed signature form attached to the application containing three (3) individual signatures of the applicant within the designated areas. The signatures shall be a true representation of the applicant's normal signature and shall be in black ink using a medium point pen. Fine point pens shall not be acceptable.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.21

The provisions of Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia became effective on July 1, 1991. The issuance of licenses and permits required by Chapter 12 under these revised Rules and Regulations shall be in full compliance with this Chapter upon its effective date.

Exception No. 1 . For renewal of current licenses and current permits issued prior to January 1, 2008, successful passage of the current state testing for portable fire extinguishers and pre- engineered restaurant fire suppression system will be accepted as compliance with paragraph (g) under Rule 120-3-23-.04 , paragraph (e) under Rule 120-3-23-.05 , paragraph (g) under Rule 120-3-23-.06 , and paragraph (e) under Rule 120-3-23-.07 . State testing under reprinted NAFED test for compliance requirements for licenses and permits shall cease by September 1, 2008. Effective October 1, 2008, applicants who previously relied on state testing will be required to instead seek certification from NAFED or to otherwise comply with the requirements of these regulations, as amended.

Exception No. 2 : For renewal of current licenses and current permits issued prior to January 1, 2008, for pre-engineered industrial fire suppression systems and engineered special hazard fire successful systems, a maximum of 4 hours in each area of approved training or other training acceptable to this office will be accepted for compliance with paragraph (5) under Rule 120-3-23-.03 if received after January 1, 2005, but prior to January 1, 2007. Any training hours previously approved by this office received after January 1, 2007, will receive full credit hours for appropriate and approved training for compliance with paragraph (5) under Rule 120-3-23-.03 .

Exception No. 3 : For renewal of current licenses and current permits issued prior to October 1, 2007, for engineered fire suppression systems under the existing company name, compliance with paragraph (g)4. under Rule 120-3-23-.10and(e)4. under Rule 120-3-23-.11 is not required provided the current company licenses and its technicians current permits have been maintained and have not lapse from the date issued. A maximum of 4 hours of approved training or other training acceptable to this office will be accepted for compliance with paragraph (5) under Rule 120-3-23-.03 if received after January 1, 2005, but prior to January 1, 2007, for the renewal of current licenses and current permits for engineered fire suppression systems. Any training hours previously approved by this office received after January 1, 2007, will receive full credit hours for appropriate and approved training for compliance with paragraph (5) under Rule 120-3-23-.03 .

Exception No. 4 : The service record tag requirement of paragraph (3) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 shall be effective upon the adoption of this Chapter with the exception of the new color blue. Blue service record tag requirements of paragraph (3) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 shall be effective January 1, 2009. All companies will be required to submit blue service record tags by January 1, 2009, even if they have received a license for the 2009 calendar year. A yellow service record tag meeting the requirements of paragraph (3) of Rule 120-3-23-.14 will be acceptable for any system serviced before January 1, 2009.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-23-.22

(1) The codes, standards and recommended practices of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) adopted in this Chapter are on file in the Office of the State Fire Marshal and are available for viewing.

(2) Copies of the National Fire Protection Association publications may be purchased from: National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-7471 Tele (888) 344-3555 Fax (617) 770-0700 www.nfpa.org

(3) Copies of NICET publications and information are available from: National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technology 1420 King Street Tele (888)-IS-NICET www.nicet.org

(4) NAFED publications and information are available from: National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors 104 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 300 Chicago, IL 60603 Tele (312) 263-8100 Fax (312) 263-8111 www.nafed.org

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-25-.02

(1) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 8-2-1 , rules and regulations adopted by the Safety Fire Commissioner shall have the force and effect of law and shall have statewide application as being the state minimum fire safety codes and standards for escalators and elevators and shall not require adoption by a municipality or county. (a) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-1 , the Office succeeded to all rules and regulations of the Department of Labor which were in effect on June 30, 2012, or were scheduled to go into effect on or after July 1, 2012, which related to the functions transferred to the Office pursuant to either Chapter 15 of Title 25 or Part 6 of Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 8. The Office has the authority to modify the Escalator and Elevator regulations or promulgate new regulations pursuant to O.C.G.A. Sections 8-2-104 , 25-15-1 , 33-2-9 and 50-13-21 . (b) The primary purpose of these rules and regulations is to promote consumer protection through state regulation of elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators, manlifts, and moving walks as adopted by these regulations listed below: (c) (1) ASME A17.1, 2019 Edition, American National Standard Safety Code for elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, moving walks, with such revisions, amendments, and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Council of the Standard. Copies may be obtained from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 22 Law Drive, Box 2300, Fairfield, NJ 07007. The state amendments to this Code are as follows: Note - Except for Testing and Inspection Requirements, Existing Hydraulic Jack Requirements and QEI Requirements. See Rule 120-3-25-.14 . (2) ASME A17.2, 2020 Edition of the Inspector's Manual for Elevators, with such revisions, amendments and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. (See (c)(1) herein to order copies) (3) ASME A17.3, 2020 Edition of the Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators, with such revisions, amendments, and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. (See (c)(1) herein to order copies.) (4) ASME A17.7, 2007 Performance-Based Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators. (5) ASME A17.6, 2017 Standard for Elevator Suspension, Compensation and Governor Systems. (6) ICC/ANSI A117.1, 2017 Edition, American National Standard for Building and Facilities, Providing Accessibility and Usability for Physically Handicapped People and Rule 120-3-20 as approved by the State Fire Marshal's office. Copies may be obtained from the State Fire Marshal's office. (See note below) Note - ICC/ANSI A117.1, Section 409 is a recommended Standard only. Exception taken to Section 407.4.6.2.2. (7) ASME B20.1, 2020 Edition of the Safety Standards For Conveyors and related equipment with such revisions, amendments and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. (8) ASME A90.1, 2015 Edition of the Safety Standards for Manlift, with such revisions, amendments and interpretations thereof as are made, approved, and adopted by the Standards Committee. (See (c)(1) herein to order copies.) (9) ANSI A10.4, 2016 Edition and ANSI A10.5, 2020 Edition for the Safety Requirements for Personnel Hoists and Employee Elevators used for construction and demolition and Safety Standard for Construction Hoist, with such revisions, amendments, and interpretations thereof as are made, approved, and adopted by the Council of the Standard. (See (c)(1) herein to order copies) (10) National Electrical Code, State adopted Edition, with such revisions, amendments and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. Copies may be obtained from the National Fire Protection Association, 1 Battery March Park, Post Office Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269. (11) The International Building Code, State approved Edition, with such revisions, amendments and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. Copies may be obtained from the International Code Council, Birmingham District Office, 900 Montclair Road, Birmingham, AL 35213-1206. (12) NFPA Section 101, Life Safety Code, State adopted Edition of the National Fire Protection Association, with such revisions, amendments and interpretation thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. (See (c)(9) herein to order copies.) (13) ASME A18.1, 2020 Edition of the Safety Standard for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts, with such revisions, amendments and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. (See (c)(1) herein to order.) (14) ANSI A92.10, 2009 (R2014) Edition of the American National Standard for Transport Platforms, with such revisions, amendments, and interpretations thereof as are made, approved and adopted by the Standards Committee. Copies may be obtained from the American National Standards Institute, 11 West 42 nd St, New York, NY 10036

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-25-.11

(1) Cessation Order. (a) The Office may issue a written order for the cessation of operation of elevators, escalators, moving walks and all other equipment covered by these regulations when it has been determined to be hazardous, unsafe, or the failure to comply with any of the provisions of these rules or the safety act. Operation shall not resume until such violations are corrected to the satisfaction of the Commissioner or the Commissioner's authorized representative. (b) In the event a person knowingly commits a violation or allows a violation to be committed after being issued a cessation order, or warning the Commissioner or the Commissioner's authorized representative may initiate a Citation as stated below.

(2) Issuance of Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding: (a) If upon inspection by an inspector or deputy inspector; 1. An elevator, escalator, dumbwaiter, manlift, or moving walk, platform lifts and stairway chairlifts, is deemed to be in an unsafe condition, 2. The owner, operator, user, contractor, or installer has not complied with the Elevator Law or Rules, or 3. When a written warning or citation has been issued and the violation continues, then the deputy inspector shall issue the violator a citation stating the date, time and place of the violation, the specific violation, the recommended penalty, and shall offer the respondent the opportunity for a hearing as set forth in this section. (b) If upon receiving information from any source, the Chief Inspector determines that there is a reasonable belief that: 1. An elevator, escalator, manlift, dumbwaiter, or moving walk platform lifts and stairway chairlifts, may be in an unsafe condition, 2. The owner, operator, user, contractor, or installer has not complied with the Elevator Law or these Rules, or 3. When a warning has been issued, and the violation is a continuing violation, the Chief Inspector or the Director, Safety Engineering, on behalf of the Office, may issue Notice of Administrative Proceeding stating the date, time, and place of the violation, the specific violation, the recommended penalty, and shall offer the respondent the opportunity for a hearing as set forth in this section. (c) The Director, Safety Engineering, upon review of a citation issued under subsection (a) above, may, in his sole discretion, dismiss the citation and substitute therefore a Notice of Administrative Proceeding pursuant to subsection (b) above on the same, similar, or different violation, as required by the evidence. (d) The Commissioner, upon review of a Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding, in his sole discretion, may refer the matter to the appropriate prosecuting official for criminal or injunctive relief as permitted under law. In such event, the Commissioner may, in his sole discretion, elect to dismiss, suspend, or continue with the civil penalty proceeding.

(3) Hearing Procedure: (a) If request for a hearing is not received from the respondent within the allotted time, the Director, Safety Engineering, on behalf of the Commissioner, may without further process impose a civil penalty not greater than the total of civil penalties set forth on the citation or in the Notice of Administrative Proceeding. An administrative order under the authority of the Commissioner may be issued to collect the civil penalty assessed. (b) If a hearing request is received in response to a Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding, further actions or proceedings shall be governed by the Georgia Administrative Procedure Act, O.C.G.A. Chapter 50-13, O.C.G.A. 25-2-29 , and applicable Rules and Regulations of the Commissioner. (c) All hearings, whether before the Commissioner or an appointed adjudicator, shall be conducted in accordance with the statutes and regulations cited in the preceding sub-paragraph, including the applicable Rules and Regulations of the Commissioner. (d) The decision of an appointed adjudicator made after a hearing shall be an initial agency decision within the meaning of O.C.G.A.§ 50-13-41(d) and shall be subject to review by the Commissioner, Insurance and Safety Fire, as set forth in O.C.G.A. §50-1341(e). A hearing before the Commissioner shall be the final agency decision in the matter and shall be subject to judicial review as set forth in O.C.G.A. § 50-13-19 .

(4) Guidelines for Imposition of Civil Penalties: (a) Any person, firm, partnership, corporation or other business entity, which violates this part, shall be subject to the imposition of civil penalties. Each day on which a violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense. Repeat offenders, whom a violation occurs, shall constitute a separate offense. Repeat offenders, including those who refuse to adhere to orders of the inspectors, exceed the limitations of operating permits, or refuse to adhere to the requirements of these rules and regulations, may be referred to appropriate prosecuting official for criminal (misdemeanor) or injunction relief as permitted under law. Serious violations, including those causing serious bodily injury or death, or which exhibit gross negligence or serious disregard for public safety, may also be referred appropriate prosecuting official for criminal (misdemeanor) or injunctive relief as permitted under law. (b) Notwithstanding the recommended minimum penalties set forth below, a serious violation, including those causing serious bodily injury or death, or which exhibit gross negligence or serious disregard for public safety, may receive the maximum penalty of $5,000.00 for each violation including a first offense. The imposition of a penalty for a violation of this part shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue. (c) The deputy inspector issuing a Citation shall, at the time of issuance, specify a recommended civil penalty amount for each specific violation in accordance with these Rules and Regulations. The Director is charged with the responsibility to insure that recommended penalties for violations are graduated with the more serious violations receiving the heavier penalty and with assuring uniformity of recommended penalties such that offenders in similar circumstances with similar violations receive similar penalty recommendation. In this regard, the Director may dismiss a Citation and issue a Notice of Administrative Proceeding solely for the purpose of making an appropriate penalty recommendation. (d) The recommended civil penalty set forth in the Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding shall be given great deference by the appointed adjudicator. The minimum recommended penalties set forth below is normally for the first offense with only one violation being cited. The appointed adjudicator shall, after hearing the case, consider factors in mitigation of the violation as well as those in aggravation. The appointed adjudicator shall impose a penalty less than the recommended minimum penalty only upon finding unusually significant mitigating factors, and shall set forth those factors in the order. The appointed adjudicator may impose a penalty substantially greater than the Office recommended penalty upon finding significant aggravating factors associated with violations, and shall set forth those factors in the order. The appointed adjudicator shall consider the provision of these Rules and Regulations guiding the assessment of penalties. In particular, the appointed adjudicator shall, in cases involving structural damage, bodily injury, or death; or continued operation after an unsafe condition is detected or after the equipment is taken out of service by an inspector or deputy inspector, consider the imposition of separate penalties for each day of violation. No penalty exceeding $5,000.00 for each violation and each day of violation shall be assessed. (e) The appointed adjudicator may, in addition to a civil penalty, recommend in the order that the Commissioner suspend for a period of time or indefinitely, operating certificate, permits to install, or certificates for contractors.

(5) Minimum recommended penalties. (a) Specific violations: 1. Operating equipment without an operating certificate. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-103 ) First offense ...................................... $250.00 Second offense .................................. $500.00 2. Operating equipment in an unsafe condition. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-101 ) First offense ....................................... $500.00 Second offense ................................. $1000.00 3. Failure to permit access for the purpose of inspecting or investigating equipment. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-102 ) First offense ........................................ $500.00 Second offense .................................. $1000.00 4. Failing to notify the Chief Inspector of any accidents involving structural damage or injury as defined in the definition section. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-106 ) First offense ......................................... $500.00 Second offense .................................. $1000.00 5. Failing to notify the Chief Inspector of an accident which involved death. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-106 ).............................................. $5000.00 6. Placing unit back in service, which has been Red Tagged and placed out of service by a deputy inspector, without first having the unit inspected. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-102 ) First offense ....................................... $1000.00 Second offense .................................. $2500.00 7. Placing a unit which has been involved in an accident back in service prior to having the unit inspected or otherwise cleared. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-106 , Rule 120-3-25-.07 ) First offense ....................................... $1000.00 Second offense ................................... $2500.00 8. Turning equipment over for use without a final acceptance inspection. (O.C.G.A. § 8-2-101 ) First offense ........................................ $500.00 Second offense .................................. $1000.00 9. Installing equipment without a permit. (Rules 120-3-25-.08 &.22) First offense ....................................... Double Permit Fee Second offense.................................... Triple Permit Fee 10. Inspecting without qualifications. ( 120-3-25-.22 ) First offense ........................................ $500.00 Second offense .................................. $1000.00 11. Using construction elevators or personnel hoist without first obtaining a permit or receiving an inspection. (Rule 120-3-25-.21 ) First offense ...................................... Double permit fee Second offense .................................. Triple permit fee (b) General Violations: 1. Violating adopted Codes, Standards, Rules, Regulations or Order. (Rule 120-3-25) First offense ...................................... $250.00 Second offense ................................. $500.00 2. Certified company performing an activity, which violates the law or regulations. Any Offense ................................... $2500.00 and Suspension of Certificate 3. Any third repeated offense might subject the violator to the maximum civil penalty permitted under the Act.... $5000.00

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-25-.21

(1) All existing wheelchair lifts and stair lifts installed before January 1, 2002, including temporary installed and portable lifts shall comply with ASME A117.1 and A17.1.

(2) All new wheelchair lifts and stair lifts installed after January 1, 2002, including temporary installed and portable lifts shall comply with ASME A18.1 and A117. If these lifts penetrate a floor, they shall be in a fire rated hoistway and shall comply with Rule 120-3-25-.19(5) .

(3) Residential platform lifts (wheelchair lifts) and stairway chairlifts may be installed and placed into service prior to inspection once the permit and stamped drawings are obtained by the installation company. The installation and testing shall be done to the requirements of ASME A18.1, the latest adopted version. The installation and testing will be done by a Class IIIR elevator mechanic and a test report signed by them showing that both the installation and all tests required in Section 10 of the Code have been completed. A copy of the permit will be posted at the location and a copy of the test report will be emailed to safety engineering. The permit inspection, to include all testing will be conducted as soon as possible after the installation by a certified elevator mechanic of the company that installed the equipment.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.02

(1) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-10 , rules and regulations adopted by the Safety Fire Commissioner shall have the force and effect of law and shall have statewide application as being the state minimum fire safety codes and standards for boilers and pressure vessels and shall not require adoption by a municipality or county.

(2) Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-1 , the Office succeeded to all rules and regulations of the Department of Labor which were in effect on June 30, 2012, or were scheduled to go into effect on or after July 1, 2012, which related to the functions transferred to the Office pursuant to either Chapter 15 of Title 25 or Part 6 of Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 8. The Office has authority to modify the Boiler and Pressure Vessel regulations or promulgate new regulations pursuant to O.C.G.A. Sections 25-15-1 , 25-15-13 , 33-2-9 and 50-13-21 .

(3) The primary purpose of these rules and regulations is to promote consumer protection through state regulation of the construction, installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of boilers and pressure vessels.

(4) All Editions of the Codes and Standards shall also include revisions, amendments, and interpretations made, approved and adopted by the Codes or Standards Society as adopted by these regulations listed below: (a) The 2021 American Society of Mechanical Engineers Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Copies of the Code may be obtained from said Society at 22 Law Drive, Box 2300, Fairfield, New Jersey 07007-2300. (b) The 2021 Edition of the National Board Inspection Code. Copies of this Code may be obtained from the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, 1055 Crupper Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43229. (c) ASME B31.1 as adopted by ASME Section I Boiler Pressure Piping and Piping Systems as described in B31.1. (d) The 2021 Edition of the ASME CSD-1, Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers less than 12,500,000 BTU/hr. and State adopted Edition of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 85, Boiler and Combustion System Hazard Code for boilers over 12,500,000 BTU/hr., NFPA 87 Recommended Practice for Fluid Heaters, NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code and all other adopted and related NFPA Codes (see below definition of Code). ASME CSD-1 Boiler Controls and Safety Devices may be obtained from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 345 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017. The National Fire Protection Association Standards may be obtained from National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. (e) The 2019 ASME PVHO-1 Pressure Vessels for Human Occupancy and 2019 ASME PVHO-2 In-Service Guidelines. This Code may be ordered from ASME, 22 Law Drive, Box 2300, Fairfield, NY 07007.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.03

(1) Accumulation Test - A test by which the capacity of the safety or safety relief valves are checked to ensure the pressure of the boiler does not rise six percent above the highest setting of any valve, and in no case six percent above the maximum allowable working pressure.

(2) Alteration - A change in any item described on the original manufacturer's data report which affects the pressure capability of the boiler or pressure vessel. Nonphysical changes such as an increase in the maximum allowable working pressure (internal or external) or design temperature of a boiler or pressure vessel shall be considered an alteration. A reduction in minimum temperature such that additional mechanical tests are required shall also be considered an alteration.

(3) The Commissioner is the Commissioner of Insurance and Safety Fire.

(4) Approved - Approved by the Commissioner or his designee.

(5) Authorized Inspection Agency - one of the following: (a) The State of Georgia Safety Engineering Section, of the Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, or (b) Any insurance company which has been licensed to write boiler and pressure vessel insurance and to provide all inspection services required by such company in this State, or (c) An Owner-User Inspection Agency.

(6) Cessation order - is the official order stopping of an action by an individual or company.

(7) Certificate of Competency - A certificate issued to a person who has passed the examination prescribed by the Board.

(8) Certificate Inspection - An inspection, the report of which is used by the Chief Inspector as justification for issuing, withholding, or revoking the Inspection Certificate. This certificate inspection shall be as complete an inspection as possible.

(9) Chief Inspector - The chief boiler and pressure vessel Engineer appointed by the Safety Fire Commissioner.

(10) Citation - is the act by which a person or company is so summoned or cited.

(11) Code-ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Sections I, III Division 1 and Division 2, IV, VIII Division 1, 2 and Division 3, and X, National Board Inspection Code, Controls and Safety Devices (CSD-1), National Fire Protection Association Code (NFPA) Sections 31, 54, 58, 70, 85, 87 and 211 for boilers and pressure vessels Code.

(12) Commission - National Board - The Commission issued by the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors to a holder of a Certificate of Competency who desires to make inspections in accordance with the National Board Bylaws and whose employer submits the Inspector's application to the National Board for such Commission.

(13) Condemned Boilers and Pressure Vessels - Condemned boilers and pressure vessels declared unfit for further use by the Chief Inspector or Commissioner shall immediately be stamped with three X's over the ASME code symbol stamp or immediately above the front manway, or on the front head of a fire tube boiler, or over the object identification number.

(14) Deputy Inspector - Any Inspector appointed by the Commissioner under the provision of the Act.

(15) Electric Boiler - A power boiler or heating boiler in which the source of heat is electricity.

(16) External Inspection - An inspection made when a boiler or pressure vessel is in operation or idle.

(17) Existing Installation - Includes any boiler constructed, installed, placed in operation, or contracted for before January 1, 1986; and any pressure vessel constructed; installed, placed in operation, or contracted for before January 1, 1986.

(18) Fitting or Appliance - The terms "Fittings" and "Appliances" shall be taken to mean such necessary safety devices as are attached to a boiler and/or pressure vessel for safety purposes.

(19) Georgia State Special - A boiler or pressure vessel which is of a special design which cannot or has not been constructed to the Code.

(20) Heating Boiler - A steam or vapor boiler operating at pressures not exceeding 15 psig or temperatures not exceeding 250 degrees Fahrenheit.

(21) Heat Recovery Boiler - A steam boiler for operation at pressures not exceeding 15 psig.

(22) High Pressure High Temperature Water Boiler - Means a water boiler operating at pressures exceeding 160 psig or temperatures exceeding 250 degrees Fahrenheit.

(23) Hobby - An activity pursued outs ide of one's regular work, primarily for pleasure and receive no monetary gain.

(24) Hot Water Heating Boiler - A boiler in which no steam is generated, from which hot water is circulated for heating purposes and then returned to the boiler, and which operates at a pressure not exceeding 160 psig and/or a temperature of 250 degrees Fahrenheit at or near the boiler outlet.

(25) Hot Water Supply Boiler - A boiler or heater completely filled with water that furnishes hot water to be used externally to itself at pressures not exceeding 160 psig or a temperature not exceeding 250 degrees Fahrenheit for hot water supply boilers, or temperatures not exceeding 210 degrees Fahrenheit for hot water supply heaters.

(26) Inspector - The Chief Inspector, Deputy Inspector, Special Inspector, or Owner- User Inspector.

(27) Installation of Boilers and Pressure Vessels - When referred to in this Chapter shall include all fittings, appliances and/or appurtenances.

(28) Internal Inspection - As complete an examination as can reasonably be made of the internal and external surfaces of a boiler or pressure vessel while it is shut down and manhole plates, handhole plates, or other inspection openings are removed as per the Inspector's requirements.

(29) Insurance Company - An insurance company which has been licensed or registered by the appropriate authority of a state of the United States or a Province of Canada to write boiler and pressure vessel insurance and to provide all inspection services required by this State.

(30) Investigative Board - The Investigative Board shall be made up of the Chief Inspector and two members of the Boiler Board appointed by the Chairman of the Boiler Board.

(31) Jurisdiction - A State, Commonwealth, County, or Municipality of the United States or a Province of Canada, which has adopted one or more sections of the ASME Code, one of which is Section I, and maintains a duly constituted department bureau or division for the purpose of enforcement of such Code.

(32) Lined Potable Water Heater - A water heater with a corrosion resistant lining used to supply potable hot water and exceeding any of the following: (a) A heat input of 200,000 BTU per hour; (b) A water temperature of 210 degrees Fahrenheit; or (c) A nominal water containing capacity of 120 gallons.

(33) Miniature Boiler - A power boiler or high-temperature water boiler which does not exceed the following limits: (a) 16 inches inside diameter of shell; (b) 20 sq. ft. heating surface (not applicable to electric boilers); (c) 5 cu. ft. gross volume exclusive of casing and insulation; (d) 100 psig maximum allowable working pressure.

(34) National Board - The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors, 1055 Crupper Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43229.

(35) National Board Inspection Code. The manual for Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors published by the National Board and adopted by the Board.

(36) New Boiler or Pressure Vessel Installation - All boilers constructed, installed, placed in operation, or contracted for after December 31, 1986. All pressure vessels constructed, installed, placed in operation, or contracted for after December 13, 1986.

(37) Non-standard Boiler or Pressure Vessel - A boiler or pressure vessel that does not bear the ASME stamp and National Board Number.

(38) Owner or User - Any person, firm, or corporation legally responsible for the safe installation, operation, and maintenance of any boiler or pressure vessel within the jurisdiction.

(39) Owner-User Inspector - An Inspector continuously employed by a company owning and operating pressure vessels in this State for the purpose of making inspections of pressure vessels used or to be used by such company, but not for resale, and providing such company complies with the requirements of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 25-15-10 of the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Law.

(40) Owner/User Inspection Agency - An owner or user of pressure vessels who maintains a regularly established inspection department, whose organization and inspection procedures shall meet the requirements of the boiler and pressure vessel Rules and are acceptable to the Office Of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner.

(41) Portable Boiler - A boiler which is primarily intended for temporary location and the construction and usage permits it to be readily moved from one location to another.

(42) Power Boiler - Means a boiler in which steam or other vapor is generated at a pressure of more than 15 psig.

(43) PSIG - Pounds per square inch gauge.

(44) Reinstalled Boiler or Pressure Vessel - A boiler or pressure vessel removed from its original setting and reinstalled at the same location, or at a new location without change of ownership.

(45) Repair - The work necessary to restore a boiler or pressure vessel to a safe and satisfactory operating condition provided there is no deviation from the original design.

(46) Secondhand Boiler or Pressure Vessel - A boiler or pressure vessel which has changed both location and ownership since last used.

(47) Steam Heating Boiler - A steam boiler for operation at pressures not exceeding 15 psig.

(48) Special Inspection - Any inspection performed by the State other than a regularly scheduled inspection, and includes instances where the original inspection was rescheduled due to the owner's or user's failure to prepare the boiler or pressure vessel after notification.

(49) Special Inspector - An Inspector holding a Georgia Commission, and who is regularly employed by an insurance company authorized to insure against loss of boilers or pressure vessels in this State.

(50) Standard Boiler or Pressure Vessel - A boiler or pressure vessel which bears the ASME stamp and National Board Number, except cast iron boilers which will not be registered with the National Board.

(51) Unfired Steam Boiler - An unfired pressure vessel or system of unfired pressure vessels intended for operation at a pressure in excess of 15 psig steam for the purpose of producing and controlling an output of thermal energy.

(52) Waste Heat Boiler - An unfired pressure vessel or system of unfired pressure vessels intended for operation in excess of 15 psig steam for the purpose of producing and controlling an output of thermal energy.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.04

(1) The Safety Engineering Section of the Safety Fire Division of the Office of the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner administers the provisions of Chapter 15 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated relating to boiler and pressure vessel safety. The Safety Engineering Section is located at 2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Suite 920, West Tower, Atlanta, GA 30334.

(2) Address correspondence to: Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Safety Engineering Section 2 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Suite 920, West Tower Atlanta, GA 30334.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.05

(1) Applicants for a certificate of competency shall satisfy the requirements of this Section.

(2) In order to take the Georgia Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Rules' Examination, an applicant shall meet one of the following qualifications: (a) A degree in engineering plus one year of experience in design, construction, operation, or inspection of high pressure boilers and pressure vessels; (b) An associate degree in mechanical technology plus two years of experience in design, construction, operation, or inspection of high pressure boilers and pressure vessels; (c) The equivalent of a high school education plus four years of experience in one of the following: 1. In high-pressure boiler and pressure vessel construction or repair, 2. As an operating engineer in charge of high-pressure boiler operations, or 3. As an Inspector of high-pressure boilers and pressure vessels.

(3) Applications for the examination are available from the Commissioner and shall contain an accurate education and employment history.

(4) The Examination for a Certificate of Competency is prepared and graded by the National Board; and (a) covers the construction, installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers and pressure vessels and their appurtenances; (b) is given on the first Wednesday and one-half day Thursday in March, June, September, and December at a site selected by the Commissioner; and (c) Is administered upon payment of a fee of fifty dollars ($50.00), which is also required when the examination is retaken by an unsuccessful applicant. (d) Successful applicants will be issued a Certificate of Competency by the Chief Inspector, when such applicant passes the examination.

(5) When Commissioned by the National Board, and requested by the employer, Inspection Agency a Georgia Commission bearing the signature of the Chief Inspector, will be issued.

(6) Request for Georgia Commissions, are processed upon proof of a Commission issued by the National Board and a twenty-five dollar ($25.00) fee.

(7) Georgia Commissions are valid through December 31, at which time each inspector or inspection agency shall submit a request to renew and a twenty-five dollar ($25.00) filing fee.

(8) The Georgia Commission shall be returned (by the employing company) to the Chief Inspector upon termination of employment of any Inspector.

(9) A Georgia Commission may be suspended or revoked by the Board for incompetence, untrustworthiness, or willful falsification of any statement in an application or inspection report.

(10) Owner/User Inspector for unfired pressure vessels. (a) Owner/User Inspectors must meet all of the above requirements (1) through (9).

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.07

(1) The company or person responsible for the installation of the boiler or secondhand pressure vessel is required to obtain an installation permit for the boiler or pressure vessel prior to any work being performed. A "Request to Install a Boiler or Pressure Vessel" along with the installation fee and any drawings, calculations, or ASME Code Data Reports as applicable will be forwarded to the Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, Safety Engineering Section. Boilers or pressure vessels that are ASME Code stamped and National Board registered need only the ASME Data Report. A request for a Georgia State Special must be accompanied by all design documents. No boilers or pressure vessels shall be sold to be installed in the State unless the boiler or pressure vessel meets all adopted Codes, Standards, and/or these Rules.

(2) All boiler installations shall meet all requirements of ASME, the NBIC, and CSD-1. Boilers 12,500,000 BTU/hr and over shall meet any additional requirements of NFPA85. All fluid heaters shall meet the requirements of NFPA 87.

(3) A Deputy Inspector, prior to the vessel being used must inspect all completely new and secondhand packaged boilers and secondhand pressure vessels installed. The company or person performing the installation is responsible for notifying the Safety Engineering Section when the boiler or secondhand pressure vessel is ready for inspection.

(4) All Permits that have not had any action toward the installation shall expire 24 months after the issue date. The expiration date shall be shown on the permit. The monies for the expired permit shall be forfeited and the file closed out. The installer shall be required to resubmit for another permit in accordance with paragraph (1) above and Rule 120-3-26-.05(4) , when a file has been closed out.

(5) Water heaters must have a check valve installed in the cold water supply line at the heater.

(6) All low pressure steam heating, water heating or hot water supply boilers as described in Rule 120-3-26-.02 must have a type "B" vent. The vent must be double wall galvanized or other corrosion resistant material, or as specified by the boiler manufacturer.

(7) All high pressure power boilers for steam, water or oil as described in Rule 120-3-26.02 must have a single wall welded stack at least .056 inches thick (16 gage), or double wall manufactured corrosion resistant stack, or as specified by the boiler manufacturer. The double wall must be UL listed for the temperature specified by the boiler manufacturer.

(8) All stack clearance from combustible material shall be as specified in NFPA Standard 31, 54, or 58 as applicable.

(9) All steam boilers over 15 psi and over 10 boiler horsepower must be in a 2 hr. fire rated room, (except for Group F Occupancy). All heating boilers installed in places of Assembly (Group A), or place of Hazardous Occupancy (Group H) must be in a 2 hr. fire rated room.

(10) (a) Each boiler room containing one or more boilers or hot water heaters or pressure vessels from which carbon monoxide can be produced shall be equipped with a carbon monoxide detector with a manual reset. The requirements of this subsection apply to boiler rooms in which new installations or reinstallations of one or more boilers are completed. (1) The carbon monoxide detector will alarm at 50 ppm and boiler(s) shall be interlocked to disable the burners when the measured level of carbon monoxide rises above 200 ppm. (2) The carbon monoxide detector shall disable the burners upon loss of power to the detector. (3) When the carbon monoxide detector trips in the boiler room, the detector should be interlocked with all boilers or hot water heaters or pressure vessels installed in the space to secure the fuel burning equipment thus stopping the production of carbon monoxide. (4) The carbon monoxide detector shall be calibrated every eighteen months after installation or in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, whichever is more frequent. A record of calibration shall be posted at or near the boiler or be readily accessible to an inspector. (5) The carbon monoxide detector shall be installed and function in accordance with all other regulations and standards adopted by the Commissioner. (6) Any boiler room that is monitored by a full-time boiler operator is exempt from the safety shutdown, as defined in ASME CSD-1. The presence of a full-time boiler operated does not exempt such boilers from the alarm requirement.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.12

(1) A non-vaporizing fluid heater is a heater designed to not vaporizes a fluid in a closed system.

(2) The owner shall insure that a non-vaporizing fluid heater is constructed in accordance with current adopted editions of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and is National Board registered.

(3) The installation shall have stop valves located at an accessible point in the supply and return pipe connections as near to the heater as practicable.

(4) The owner shall ensure that a non-vaporizing fluid heater has the following as a minimum:

(5) One operating temperature control and one high limit temperature control.

(6) An ASME relief device to be of sufficient capacity to relieve the excess fluid as a result of thermal expansion, verified by engineering calculations provided by the owner.

(7) A thermometer graduated to no less than 133% of the expected operating temperature.

(8) A pressure gauge graduated to no less than 150% of the expected operating pressure.

(9) A low level or flow sensing device suitable for operating conditions.

(10) The owner shall ensure that a fuel train meets the requirements of State laws and regulations and the current adopted edition of CSD-1 or NFPA 87.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.13

If a boiler or pressure vessel is of special design and one that cannot be constructed to the ASME Code, the owner shall forward welding procedures and welder certifications details of the proposed construction, including shop drawing, material specifications, calculations, to the Chief Inspector for approval. All such boilers and pressure vessels must be inspected and hydrostatically tested and documented on forms provided by the Commissioner. The owner's application shall be certified by a registered professional engineer or an appropriate ASME stamps holder.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.18

(1) All companies as contractors or individuals as owner/users, who install, maintain or service boilers shall have a certificate of authority for the activity performed. Certificate of Authority must be renewed every two years, on or before January 1st. The activity performed shall be Class I for power, high pressure hot water boilers, high temperature fluid heaters, Class II shall be for hot water or steam heating boilers, and Class III shall be for hot water supply boilers or lined potable water heaters. A -1 after the class number shall indicate owner/user location only. An asterisk (**) after the class number shall indicate a restriction, the restriction will be specified on the certificate

(2) All companies as contractors or individuals as owner/users who perform one or more of the above activities on power boilers, high pressure high temperature water boilers, high temperature fluid heaters, hot water or steam heating boilers, hot water supply boilers, electric boilers, heat recovery boilers, lined potable water heaters, miniature boilers, unfired steam boilers, or waste heat boilers as defined by O.C.G.A. Chapter 15 of Title 25 shall be required to show their competency by examination given by Safety Engineering for the scope of work being performed.

(3) Each Applicant will provide documentation which shows experience and training in the area where certification is requested. The documentation will be evaluated by Safety Engineering for competency prior to administering the exam.

(4) Installing equipment is the act of connecting piping and/or electrical circuits to the equipment and set the equipment up for use. Electrical circuits may be connected, by the installer, from the electrical disconnect to the equipment. All piping that is not connected to a water supply system, sanitary drainage system or storm drainage systems, may be connected by the installer.

(5) Maintenance and Servicing is defined as keeping the equipment in good working order: Any person or company who performs maintenance and service to equipment, shall be responsible for the following: cleaning, replacement of component parts with like parts, testing, blowing down, checking for proper operation, testing equipment after maintenance and service has been performed and starting or stopping of equipment or any other boiler related activity. (a) Owner/users who perform only the daily operation of the equipment by starting and stopping, blowing down, testing of safety devices or other related equipment operation practices shall be exempt.

(6) It shall be the responsibility of the owners/users or lessees to ensure the company, contractor and/or persons performing the work has the proper certificate of authority.

(7) It shall be the responsibility of all owners/users or lessees who are not exempted under paragraph (2) to have persons within their organization qualified and have a certificate of authority to perform installations, maintenance or service on their own boilers, or they may contract companies who have a certificate of authority to perform the scope of work requested.

(8) All installations shall meet the applicable ASME Code, CSD-1 and state adopted standards (see 300-6-1-.01 ).

(9) All maintenance and servicing shall meet the applicable requirements of ASME CSD-1, State adopted Standards, Manufacturer requirements and good Engineering Practice. Also may meet the requirements of ASME Sections VI and VII.

(10) The fee for the certificate of authority shall be $50.00 for the original issue and for each renewal.

(11) All procedures to implement the rules in this section shall be approved by the advisory committee.

(12) This section shall be effective January 1, 2021 and required to be fully implemented by January 1, 2022.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-26-.20

(1) Cessation Order . (a) The Office may issue a written order for the cessation of operation of a boiler or pressure vessel when it has been determined to be hazardous, unsafe, or the failure to comply with any of the provisions of these rules or the safety act. Operation shall not resume until such violations are corrected to the satisfaction of the Commissioner or the Commissioner's authorized representative. (b) In the event a person knowingly commits a violation or allows a violation to be committed after being issued a cessation order, or warning the Commissioner or the Commissioner's authorized representative may initiate a Citation as stated below.

(2) Issuance of Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding: (a) If upon inspection by an inspector or deputy inspector; 1. A boiler or pressure vessel is deemed to be in an unsafe condition, 2. The owner, operator, user, contractor, or installer has not complied with the Boiler & Pressure Vessel Laws or Rules, or 3. When a written warning citation has been issued and the violation continues, then the deputy inspector shall issue the violator a citation stating the date, time and place of the violation, the specific violation, the recommended penalty, and shall offer the respondent the opportunity for a hearing as set forth in this section. (b) If upon receiving information from any source, the Chief Inspector determines that there is a reasonable belief that: 1. A boiler or pressure vessel may be in an unsafe condition, 2. The owner, operator, user, contractor, or installer has not complied with the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Law or these Rules, or 3. When a warning has been issued, and the violation is a continuing violation, the Chief Inspector or the Director, Safety Engineering, on behalf of the Office, may issue Notice of Administrative Proceeding stating the date, time, and place of the violation, the specific violation, the recommended penalty, and shall offer the respondent the opportunity for a hearing as set forth in this section. (c) The Director, Safety Engineering, upon review of a citation issued under subsection (a) above, may, in his sole discretion, dismiss the citation and substitute therefore a Notice of Administrative Proceeding pursuant to subsection (b) above on the same, similar, or different violation, as required by the evidence. (d) The Commissioner, upon review of a Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding, in his sole discretion, may refer the matter to the appropriate prosecuting official for criminal or injunctive relief as permitted under law. In such event, the Commissioner may, in his sole discretion, elect to dismiss, suspend, or continue with the civil penalty proceeding.

(3) Hearing Procedure: (a) If request for a hearing is not received from the respondent within the allotted time, the Director, of Safety Engineering, on behalf of the Commissioner, may without further process impose a civil penalty not greater than the total of civil penalties set forth on the citation or in the Notice of Administrative Proceeding. An administrative order under the authority of the Commissioner may be issued to collect the civil penalty assessed. (b) Upon receipt of a request for a hearing pursuant to any Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding, further actions or proceedings shall be governed by the Georgia Administrative Procedure Act, O.C.G.A. Chapter 50-13, O.C.G.A. § 25-2-29 , O.C.G.A. § 25-15-28 , and applicable Rules and Regulations of the Commissioner. (c) All hearings, whether before the Commissioner or an appointed adjudicator, shall be conducted in accordance with the statutes and regulations cited in the preceding subparagraph. (d) The decision of an appointed adjudicator made after a hearing shall be an initial agency decision as set forth in O.C.G.A. § 50-13-41(d)(2) and shall be subject to review by the Commissioner, as set forth in O.C.G.A. § 50-13-41(d)(3) . (e) A decision made after a hearing before the Commissioner shall be the final agency decision in the matter and shall be subject to judicial review as set forth in O.C.G.A. § 50-13-19 .

(4) Guidelines for Imposition of Civil Penalties: (a) Any person, firm, partnership, corporation or other business entity, which violates this part, shall be subject to the imposition of civil penalties. Each day on which a violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense. Repeat offenses, when a violation occurs, shall constitute a separate offense. Repeat offenders, including those who refuse to adhere to orders of the inspectors, exceed the limitations of operating permits, or refuse to adhere to the requirements of these rules and regulations, may be referred to the appropriate prosecuting official for criminal (misdemeanor) or injunction relief as permitted under law. Serious violations, including those causing serious bodily injury or death, or which exhibit gross negligence or serious disregard for public safety, may also be referred to the appropriate prosecuting official for criminal (misdemeanor) or injunctive relief as permitted under law. (b) Notwithstanding the recommended minimum penalties set forth below, a serious violation, including those causing serious bodily injury or death, or which exhibit gross negligence or serious disregard for public safety, may receive the maximum penalty of $5,000.00 for each violation including a first offense. The imposition of a penalty for a violation of this part shall not excuse the violation or permit it to continue. (c) The deputy inspector issuing a Citation shall, at the time of issuance, specify a recommended civil penalty amount for each specific violation in accordance with these Rules and Regulations. The Director is charged with the responsibility to insure that recommended penalties for violations are graduated with the more serious violations receiving the heavier penalty and with assuring uniformity of recommended penalties such that offenders in similar circumstances with similar violations receive similar penalty recommendation. In this regard, the Director may dismiss a Citation and issue a Notice of Administrative Proceeding solely for the purpose of making an appropriate penalty recommendation. (d) The recommended civil penalty set forth in the Citation or Notice of Administrative Proceeding shall be given great deference by the appointed adjudicator. The minimum recommended penalties set forth below is normally for the first offense with only one violation being cited. The appointed adjudicator shall, after hearing the case, consider factors in mitigation of the violation as well as those in aggravation. The appointed adjudicator shall impose a penalty less than the recommended minimum penalty only upon finding unusually significant mitigating factors, and shall set forth those factors in the order. The appointed adjudicator may impose a penalty substantially greater than the Office recommended penalty upon finding significant aggravating factors associated with violations, and shall set forth those factors in the order. The appointed adjudicator shall consider the provision of these Rules and Regulations guiding the assessment of penalties. In particular, the appointed adjudicator shall, in cases involving structural damage, bodily injury, or death; or continued operation after an unsafe condition is detected or after the equipment is taken out of service by an inspector or deputy inspector, consider the imposition of separate penalties for each day of violation. The appointed adjudicator shall not assess a penalty exceeding $5,000.00 for each violation and each day of violation. (e) The appointed adjudicator may, in addition to a civil penalty, recommend in the order that the Commissioner suspend for a period of time or indefinitely, operating certificate, permits to install, or certificates for contractors.

(5) Minimum recommended penalties. (a) Specific Violations: 1. Operating equipment without an operating certificate. (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-26 & Rule 120-3-26-.09 ) First offense ........................................ $250.00 Second offense .................................... $500.00 2. Operating equipment in an unsafe condition. (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-22 & Rule 120-3-26-.09 ) First offense ........................................ $500.00 Second offense .................................. $1000.00 3. Failure to permit access for the purpose of inspecting or investigating equipment. (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-23 & Rule 120-3-26-.07 ) First offense ........................................ $500.00 Second offense ................................. $1000.00 4. Failing to notify the Chief Inspector of any violation involving structural damage or injury. (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-10 & Rule 120-3-26-.08 ) First offense ......................................... $500.00 Second offense ................................... $1000.00 Offense involved in death .................. $5000.00 5. Placing unit back in service, which has been "Red Tagged" and placed out of service by a deputy inspector without first having the unit inspected. (O.C.G.A 25-15-10 & Rule 120-26-18) First offense ........................................ $1000.00 Second offense .................................... $2500.00 6. Placing unit back in service, which has been involved in an accident prior to first having the unit inspected. (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-10 & Rule 120-3-26.10 ) First offense ........................................ $1000.00 Second offense .................................... $2500.00 7. Turning equipment over for use without a final acceptance inspection. (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-14 & Rule 120-3-26-.07 ) First offense .......................................... $500.00 Second offense .................................... $1000.00 8. Installing equipment without a permit. (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-14 & Rule 120-3-26-.07 ) First offense ....................................... Double Permit Fee Second offense.................................... Triple Permit Fee 9. Inspecting without qualifications. (Rule 120-3-26-.10 ) First offense .......................................... $500.00 Second offense .................................... $1000.00 (b) General Violations: 1. Violating adopted Codes, Standards, Rules, Regulations or Orders. (O.C.G.A. Section 2515-14 & Rule 120-3-26-.01 ) First offense .......................................... $250.00 Second offense ...................................... $500.00 2. Certified company performing an activity which violates the law or regulations: (O.C.G.A. Section 25-15-14 & Rule 120-3-26-.16 ) Any Offense ....................................... $2500.00 and Suspension of Certificate Any third repeated offense might subject the violator to the maximum civil penalty permitted under the Act ($5,000.00).

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-3-.04

(1) Unless otherwise stated in this chapter, the edition of the International Fire Code (IFC) , and the following editions of the codes, standards, recommended practices, guides and methods, as published in the National Fire Codes (NFC) by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), as adopted and modified in this Chapter, shall be the state minimum fire safety standards. Where any of the adopted publications of the NFPA references NFPA 1 or NFPA 5000, or any fire code or building code, it shall be construed that such references apply to the International Fire Code (IFC) or the International Building Code ( IBC ) respectively, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3, and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. Where the IFC or IBC does not specifically address the referenced issue, NFPA 1 or NFPA 5000 may be applied subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction.

(2) Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing homes, assisted living communities, assisted living homes, memory care units or other health care type occupancies or facilities that are regulated by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall comply with the fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that agency even though the codes and standards or the editions of codes and standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically addressed or included in this chapter. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also apply where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and life safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules and regulations.

(3) International Fire Code (IFC) , 2018 Edition Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Delete section 101.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 101.1 " Title. The International Fire Code , 2018 edition, published by the International Code Council , when used in conjunction with this Chapter, shall be known as a Georgia State Minimum Fire Prevention Code , hereafter referred to as 'this Code' ." 2. Delete section 101.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 101.3 "Purposes and Intents of This Code . The primary purpose of this Code , as adopted, is to provide, along with other adopted codes and standards, for the reasonable minimum protection of life and property from the hazards created by fire, smoke, explosion, or panic created from a fear of fire or smoke. It is intended that the purposes of this Code be accomplished by: (1) Coordinating application and enforcement of its provisions with those of other applicable laws, rules, regulations, codes, and standards; and, (2) By coordinating the application of its provisions, where possible, with educational programs or efforts designed to bring about changes in high risk attitudes and behaviors that are the root causes of most fire related problems in Georgia; and (3) By encouraging or requiring informational and awareness programs designed to make the citizens of Georgia aware of their responsibilities for compliance with this Code as well as the other Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The intent of this Code is to establish the minimum requirements, consistent with nationally recognized good practice, for providing a reasonable level of life safety and property protection from the hazards of fire, explosion, or dangerous conditions in new and existing buildings, structures, and premises and to provide safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations." 3. Add an exception to section 102.1 to read as follows: " Exception: This Code does not apply to one- and two- family dwellings or one- and two- family row houses (townhouses) separated by a 2-hour fire wall containing not more than three dwelling units per structure." 4. Add an exception to section 102.2 to read as follows: " Exception: This Code does not apply to one- and two- family dwellings or one- and two- family row houses (townhouses) separated by a 2-hour fire wall containing not more than three dwelling units per structure." 5. Delete section 102.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 102.3 " Change of use or occupancy. No change shall be made in use or occupancy of any building or structure that would place the structure in a different division of the same group or occupancy or in a different group of occupancies, unless such structure is made to comply with the requirements of this Code , as may be applicable, as well as those of the International Building Code ( IBC ), as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-14 , due to a change of use or occupancy of a building or structure the building or structure shall be treated as a proposed (new) building. (Refer to 103.3 of this Code regarding the requirements applicable to proposed (new) buildings and structures.)" 6. Delete section 102.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 102.4 " Application of the building code. The design and construction of proposed (new) buildings and structures shall comply with the International Building Code ( IBC ), as modified and adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. Repairs, alterations, additions, changes in use or occupancy classification, or changes in buildings or structures required by provisions of the IFC , and which are within the scope of the IBC , shall be made in accordance with the IBC , for purposes of this Chapter." 7. Add a new 102.5.1 to read as follows: 102.5.1 "The provisions of 102.5 shall apply to local authorities having jurisdiction unless there is a change of use or occupancy that would apply under 102.3 and which would bring the new use or occupancy under the jurisdiction of O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(1) " 8. Delete section 102.6 in its entirety and insert in its place the following: 102.6 " Historic Buildings, General. O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(a)(2) defines a "Historic building or structure" as "any individual building which contributes to the historic character of a historic district, so designated by the state historic preservation officer pursuant to rules and regulations adopted by the Board of Natural Resources, or so designated pursuant to the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 10 of Title 44, the "Georgia Historic Preservation Act." (A) Refer to 102.1 and 102.2 regarding the application of this Code to existing buildings. Except to the extent required by applicable laws of Georgia (O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(3)(D) and (E) , the provisions of this Code are not mandatory for buildings or structures identified and classified by the state, or as appropriate, a local jurisdiction, as historic buildings when such buildings or structures are judged by the fire code official to be safe and in the public interest of health, safety and welfare, based on the criteria established by the referenced provisions of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. When evaluating the safety of historic buildings the fire official should consult O.C.G.A. Title 8, Chapter 2, Article 3 entitled, 'Uniform Act for the Application of Building and Fire Related Codes to Existing Buildings,' and the provisions of O.C.G.A. Sections 25-2-13(b)(3) & 25-2-13(b)(4) , and NFPA Standard 914, Code for Fire Protection of Historic Structures , as adopted by this Chapter as a recommended practice." 9. Delete section 102.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 102.7 " Referenced codes and standards. Where the provisions of this Code or the standards referenced thereby and in Chapter 45 of this Code do not apply to the specific subjects, situations or conditions encountered that involve risks to life and property from the hazards of fire, panic from fear of fire or smoke, or related hazards, compliance with the applicable chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner shall be evidence of compliance with this Code ." 10. Add a new section 102.13 to read as follows: 102.13 " Coordination of provisions. This Code shall apply to all buildings, structures and facilities as provided in subsections 102.1 and 102.2, and shall be utilized in conjunction with codes and standards specified in Table 102.13 entitled, " CODES REFERENCE GUIDE ." Table 102.13 Codes Reference Guide Area Primary Supplement Occupancy Classification LSC IBC Building Construction Types, including allowable height, allowable building area, and the requirements for sprinkler protection related to minimum building construction types IBC LSC Means of Egress LSC NONE Standpipes IBC IFC Interior Finish LSC NONE HVAC Systems IMC NONE Vertical Openings LSC NONE Sprinklers Systems minimum construction standard LSC NONE Fire Alarm Systems LSC NONE Smoke alarms & Smoke Detection Systems State Statute & LSC NONE Portable Fire Extinguishers IFC NONE Cooking Equipment LSC & NFPA 96 NONE Fuel Fired Appliances IFGC NFPA 54 Liquid Petroleum Gas NFPA 58 NFPA 54 Compressed Natural Gas NFPA 52 NONE 11. Delete section 103 and all sections there-under in their entirety and substitute in its place the following: SECTION 103 " GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR EXISTING AND PROPOSED (NEW) BUILDINGS. 103.1 General Provisions. The administration, enforcement and penalty provisions of O.C.G.A. Title 25, Chapter 2, and the administrative provisions of the various chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner shall apply to and regulate the application and enforcement of this Code by the Safety Fire Division of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner. NOTE: Nothing herein shall be construed as prohibiting any local jurisdiction from adopting the deleted portions of Chapter 1 of this Code for local purposes, provided, however, local amendments shall not be less restrictive than this Code , and other codes and standards as adopted by the various chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 103.1.1 The provisions of O.C.G.A. Title 25, Chapter 2, and other applicable state laws, and the applicable provisions of various chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner regarding the requirements for certificates, licenses, permits, plan reviews, inspections, approvals, fees, etc. shall apply and are in addition to any requirements of local jurisdictions. Local authorities having jurisdiction need to be consulted to determine if rules and regulations of the local jurisdiction regarding the requirements for local certificates, licenses, permits, plan reviews, inspections, approvals, fees, etc. also apply. 103.1.1.1 The administrative, operational, and maintenance provisions of this Code , with regard to the Safety Fire Division of the Office of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be limited to the scope and intents and purposes of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.) Title 25, Chapter 2, and the Commissioner's Rules and Regulations. 103.1.1.1.1 Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(d) , every person who owns or controls the use of any building, part of a building, or structure described in O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(1) , which because of floor area, height, location, use or intended use as a gathering place for large groups, or use or intended use by or for the aged, the ill, the incompetent, or the imprisoned, constitutes a special hazard to property or to the life and safety on account of fire or panic from fear of fire, must so construct, equip, maintain, and use such building or structure as to afford every reasonable and practical precaution and protection against injury from such hazards. No person who owns or controls the use or occupancy of such a building or structure shall permit the use of the premises so controlled for any such specially hazardous use unless he has provided such precautions against damage to property or injury to persons by these hazards as are found and determined by the Commissioner in the manner described in O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(d) to be reasonable and practical. 103.2 Existing buildings. Every building and structure existing as of April 1, 1968, which building or structure is listed in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 shall comply with the minimum fire safety standards in the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner promulgated pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2 which were in effect at the time such building or structure was constructed. Exception 1: Any nonconformance noted under the electrical standards adopted at the time such building or structure was constructed shall be corrected in accordance with the current electrical standards adopted pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2. Exception 2: A less restrictive provision contained in any subsequently adopted minimum fire safety standard pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2, may be applied to any existing building or structure. 103.2.1 Existing buildings to be deemed a proposed building. For the purposes of O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(b) , any existing building or structure listed in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 and which comes under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner, pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-12 , shall be deemed to be a proposed (new) building in the event such building or structure is subject to substantial renovation, a fire or other hazard of serious consequence, or a change in the classification of occupancy, or a change to the occupant load or structure issued as a condition of occupancy. The term "substantial renovation", for purposes of this subsection means any construction project involving exits or internal features of such building or structure costing more than the building's or structure's assessed value according to county tax records at the time of such renovation (O.C.G.A. 25-2-14 ). Where a change of classification is involved, also refer to 102.3 of this Code . 103.3 Proposed (new) buildings and additions to existing buildings: 103.3.1 Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-14.1(b) , every proposed building and structure listed in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 shall comply with the adopted minimum fire safety standards that were in effect on the date that plans and specifications therefore were received by the state fire marshal, the proper local fire official marshal, or state inspector for review and approval. Complete plans for proposed (new) buildings and structures recorded as received by the authority having jurisdiction for review prior to the effective date of this Chapter, may be reviewed under the codes, standards, and Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner in force prior to the effective date of this Chapter. 103.3.1.1 Projects receiving a construction permit under earlier editions of the codes and standards must start construction no later than 360 days from the issue date of the permit in order not to require resubmittal for review under the newer adopted codes and standards. 103.3.2 Plans and specifications for all proposed buildings which come under classification in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 and which come under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-12 shall be submitted to and receive approval by either the state fire marshal, the proper local fire marshal, or state inspector before any state, municipal, or county building permit may be issued or construction started (O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(a) ). All such plans and specifications submitted as required by O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(a) shall be accompanied by a fee in the amount provided in O.C.G.A. 25-2-4.1 and shall bear the seal and Georgia registration number of the drafting architect or engineer or shall otherwise have the approval of the Commissioner. 103.3.3 Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-37(a) , it shall be unlawful for any person to begin construction on any proposed building or structure which comes under the classification in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 and which comes under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-12 without first having plans approved in accordance with O.C.G.A. 25-2-14 . 103.4 Proposed building construction and completion. Pursuant to O.O.G.A. 25-2-14(b), a complete set of plans and specifications approved as set forth in 103.3.3 shall be maintained on the construction site, and construction shall proceed in compliance with the state minimum fire safety standards under which such plans and specifications were approved. The owner of any such building or structure or his authorized representative shall notify the state fire marshal, the proper local fire marshal, or state inspector upon completion of approximately 80 percent of the construction thereof and shall apply for a certificate of occupancy when construction of such building or structure is completed. 103.5 Certificate of occupancy required. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(c) , every building or structure which comes under classification in paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 and which comes under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Safety Fire Commissioner pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-12 shall have a certificate of occupancy issued by the state fire marshal, the proper local fire marshal, or state inspector before such building or structure may be occupied. Such certificates of occupancy shall be issued for each business establishment within the building, shall carry a charge in the amount provided in O.C.G.A. 25-2-4.1 , shall state the occupant load for such business establishment or building, shall be posted in a prominent location within such business establishment or building, and shall run for the life of the building, except as provided in O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(d) . (See 103.2.1 of the IFC , as adopted by this Chapter.)" 12. The provisions of section 105, PERMITS, are not adopted for purposes of this Chapter. Local governing authorities may adopt the provisions for local purposes. Refer to section 103.3 with regard to permits required by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 13. The provisions of section 109, BOARD OF APPEALS, are not adopted for purposes of this Chapter. Local governing authorities may adopt the provisions for local purposes. 14. Delete section 110.4 and all sections there-under in their entirety and substitute in its place the following: 110.4 " Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this Code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this Code , shall be guilty of violation of Section 25-2-37 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. 110.4.1 Abatement of violation. In addition to the imposition of the penalties herein described, the fire code official is authorized to institute appropriate action to prevent unlawful construction or to restrain, correct or abate a violation; or to prevent illegal occupancy of a structure or premises; or to stop an illegal act, conduct of business or occupancy of a structure on or about any premises." 15. The provisions of section 113, SERVICE UTILITIES, are not adopted for purposes of this Chapter. Local governing authorities may adopt the provisions for local purposes. (b) Modifications to Chapter 2: 1. Delete section 201.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 201.3 " Terms defined in other codes. Where terms are not defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 or other applicable chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, or this Code and are defined in the International Building Code ( IBC ), the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) , the International Mechanical Code (IMC) , or the codes and standards of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), as adopted by this Chapter and other Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them as in those codes and standards." 2. Delete Institutional Group I-2 in its entirety and replace with: Institutional Group I-2. Institutional Group I-2 occupancy shall include buildings and structures used for medical care on a 24-hour basis for more than five persons who are not capable of self-preservation. This group shall include, but not be limited to, the following: Foster care facilities Detoxification facilities Hospitals Nursing homes Psychiatric hospitals Assisted Living Communities Memory Care Units Limited Care Facilities (Limited Healthcare) (c) Modifications to Chapter 3: 1. Delete section 303.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 303.5 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. There shall be at least one portable fire extinguisher complying with Section 906 and with a minimum 2-A:40-B:C rating within 25 feet (7620 mm) of each asphalt (tar) kettle during the period such kettle is being utilized, and a minimum of one additional portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 3-A:40-B:C rating on the roof being covered." 2. Add new exceptions 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 to section 308.3 to read as follows: "Exception #4: In Group A public assembly occupancies having an occupant load greater than 300, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that are protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13, as adopted by this Chapter, pyrotechnic special effect devices shall be permitted to be used on stages before proximate audiences for ceremonial or religious purposes, as part of a demonstration in exhibits, or as part of a performance, provided that precautions satisfactory to the authority having jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any combustible material and use of the pyrotechnic device complies with NFPA 1126, Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate Audience , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-22 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15 feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a demonstration shot of all types of devices being used in the display. Exception #5: In Group A public assembly occupancies having an occupant load greater than 300, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that are protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13, as adopted by this Chapter, flame effects before an audience shall be permitted in accordance with NFPA 160, Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-22 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15 feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a demonstration of all types of devices being used in the display. Exception #6 On stages and platforms as a necessary part of a performance in public assembly occupancies having an occupant load greater than 300, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that are protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with NFPA 13, as adopted by this Chapter. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15 feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a demonstration of all types of devices being used in the display. Exception #7 In Group A public assembly occupancies having an occupant load greater than 100 with fixed seating, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that have a minimum of two certified fire fighters on site with proper firefighting equipment as determined by the local fire official, pyrotechnic special effect devices shall be permitted to be used on stages before proximate audiences for ceremonial or religious purposes, as part of a demonstration in exhibits, or as part of a performance, provided that precautions satisfactory to the authority having jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any combustible material and use of the pyrotechnic device complies with NFPA 1126, Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate Audience , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-22 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15 feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a demonstration shot of all types of devices being used in the display. Exception #8: In public assembly occupancies having an occupant load greater than 100 with fixed seating, a minimum ceiling height of 25 feet and that have a minimum of two certified fire fighters on site with proper firefighting equipment as determined by the local fire official, flame effects before an audience shall be permitted in accordance with NFPA 160, Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience , as adopted by this Chapter. The ceiling height may be lowered to a minimum of 15 feet upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction having witnessed a demonstration of all types of devices being used in the display." 3. Delete section 310.1 'General' its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 310.1 " General. The smoking or carrying of a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette or any other type of smoking paraphernalia or material is prohibited in areas indicated in Sections 310.2 through 31.8, buildings, structures, or areas, or portions of buildings, structures, or areas, as indicated is this in any other code or standard as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, or where prohibited in accordance Chapter 12A of Title 31 of the O.C.G.A." 4. Delete section 319.1 'General' its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 319.1 General. Mobile food preparation vehicles that are equipped with appliances that produce smoke or grease-laden vapors shall comply with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3 and this section. 5. Delete section 319.3 'Exhaust hood' in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 319.3 Exhaust hood. Cooking equipment that produces grease-laden vapors shall be provided with a kitchen exhaust hood that complies with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. 6. Delete section 319.4 'Fire protection' in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 319.4 Fire protection. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3.3 -3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (d) Modifications to Chapter 4 : (4) Add section 403.1.1 to read as follows: 403.1.1 " Caregiver training. A minimum of three hours' initial fire safety training for receipt of a certificate of training for successful completion shall be required for all directors, operators and all staff members of day-care facilities (adult and children), and for administrator's, directors, operators and all staff of Group I-1 and Group R-4, assisted living communities, assisted living facilities, community living arrangements, memory care units, personal care homes, and residential board and care homes, as defined in Chapter 2 of this Code or as defined by the Life Safety Code , and or as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner. The curriculum for the fire safety training shall receive written approval by the State Fire Marshal's Office and be taught by an instructor registered with the Safety Fire Commissioner's Office. All persons as required herein to obtain such required training shall receive this training within 90 days from receipt of a license, being commissioned or the opening of a new facility. Such new persons shall receive a minimum of three hours' initial fire safety training and recommendation for receipt of a certificate of training for successful completion of the training within 90 days of employment. In addition, a minimum of two hours of fire safety refresher training shall be required for receipt of a certificate of training for successful completion of the refresher training. The refresher training shall be required for all persons coming under 403.1.1, every three years from the date initial training is received. Registered instructors shall deliver the training based on policies and direction from the State Fire Marshal's Office. Instructors found not to be delivering the training in accordance with the said policies and direction shall be removed from the registry and prohibited from delivering future training." 2. Delete section 403.8.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 403.8.2 Group I-2 occupancies. Group I-2 occupancies to include Assisted Living Communities, Memory Care Units and Limited Care Facilities (Limited Healthcare) shall comply with Sections 401, 403.8.2.1 through 403.8.2.3 and 404 through 406. (e) Modifications to Chapter 5: 1. Add a new section 501.5 to read as follows: 501.5 " Where buildings or facilities fall under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner as set forth in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.), Title 25, Chapter 2, except for State owned facilities and State occupied facilities, it is intended that the provisions of Chapter 5 that primarily relate to fire department response, access to facilities, access to building interiors, key boxes, premises identification, fire department connection locations, and fire hydrant locations be administered by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official responsible for providing fire or other emergency response to the buildings or facilities. With regard to State owned State occupied facilities, that are not provided with a facility fire department, it is intended that the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official providing fire protection to such facilities shall have input in the planning of facilities with regard to the noted provisions covered by Chapter 5." 2. Delete section 503.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 503.1.1 " Buildings and facilities. Approved fire apparatus access roads shall be provided for every facility, building or portion of a building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction as determined by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official of the responding fire department or agency. The fire apparatus access road shall comply with the requirements of this section and Appendix D of this Code . The fire apparatus access road shall extend to within 150 feet (45.7 m) of all portions of the facility or any portion of the exterior wall of the first story of the building as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility. Exception: The local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official of the responding fire department or agency is authorized to increase the dimension of 150 feet (45.7 m) where: 1. The building is equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3. 2. The fire apparatus access roads cannot be installed because of location on the property, topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar conditions, and an approved alternative means of fire protection is provided. 3. There are not more than two Group R-3 or Group U occupancies." 3. Add a new section 504.1.1 to read as follows: 504.1.1 " Access Doors. For fire department emergency access purposes, there shall be at least one access door in each 100 linear feet (30.5 m) or major fraction thereof of the exterior walls which face the access roadways required by Section 503, unless otherwise required in this code section. In exterior walls designed with continuous rolling dock doors, which face access roadways, there shall be at least one access door in each 200 linear feet (61 m) or fraction thereof. Required access doors shall be a minimum of 3 feet (0.9 m) wide and 6 feet 8 inches (2 m) high and shall be accessible without use of a ladder. Rolling doors are acceptable for such purposes in buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system(s) unless otherwise approved for unsprinklered buildings by the local Fire Chief and /or Fire Code Official." Exception: The local Fire Chief and / or Fire Code Official of the responding fire department or agency is authorized to increase the 100 linear feet. 4. Delete section 507.5.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 507.5.1 " Where required . Where a portion of the facility or building hereafter constructed or moved into or within the jurisdiction is more than 500 feet (152 m) from a hydrant on a fire apparatus access road, as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the facility or building, on-site fire hydrant and mains shall be provided where required by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official of the responding fire department or agency. Exceptions : 1. For group R-3 and Group U occupancies, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183 m). 2. For buildings equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 or 903.3.1.2, the distance requirement shall be 600 feet (183 m)." 5. Delete subsection 507.5.1.1 in its entirety without substitution. Refer to section 905 of this Code . 6. Delete Section 510 (510.1 through 510.6.4) in its entirety and replace with the following: Section 510 In-Building Emergency Responder Communications Enhancement Systems 510.1 In all new and existing buildings, minimum radio signal strength for emergency services department communications shall be maintained at a level determined by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official responsible for providing fire or other emergency response to the building. 510.2 In-building emergency responder communication enhancement systems shall comply with the design, installation, testing, inspection, and maintenance requirements in Chapter 18 of NFPA 1225 as adopted in the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3. 7. Add a new section, Appendix D 107.1, as follows: Developments of one- or two-family dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 120 shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads. Exceptions: 1. Where there are more than 120 dwelling units on a single public or private fire apparatus access road and all dwelling units are equipped throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1, 903.3.1.2 or 903.3.1.3, access from two directions shall not be required. 2. The number of dwelling units on a single fire apparatus access road shall not be increased unless fire apparatus access roads will connect with future development, as determined by the fire code official . 3. The fire apparatus access roads cannot be installed because of location on the property, topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades or other similar conditions, and an approved alternative means of fire protection is provided. Plans shall accompany the written request that delineate improvements to proposed fire apparatus access roads approved by the fire code official of the local responding fire department. Recommended compliance alternatives for residential developments having less than the minimum of two entrances includes, but is not limited to one of more of the following alternative remedies: 1. Enhanced turning radii to meet local responding fire department requirements; and/or 2. Increased road widths to meet local responding fire department requirements; or 3. Fire Lane signs per D103.6 in locations determined by the Fire Code Official; or 4. The absence of dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs; and unless the requirements meet or exceed Table D103.4 for Fire Apparatus Access Roads; or 5. The primary entrance roadway being a boulevard with medians and each lane meeting fire access road widths; or 6. Single entrance roads providing a dedicated emergency lane separating each drive lane; or 7. Additional fire apparatus access road which is permitted to be a roadway or approved surface not accessible to motor vehicles, designed by a registered design professional to meet the loading requirements and minimum specifications of Appendix D; and this surface provides all weather conditions capabilities for emergency fire department access; or 8. Statement by Fire Code Official that the Plans submitted meet the requirements of Exception 3 and/or Appendix D for access by local responding fire department Pursuant to O.C.G.A. Title 25-2-12 (e)(4) the local fire official, building official, or developer may obtain a waiver when adequate access appropriate for the fire apparatus of the local responding fire department is not met or provided by using alternative methods on a waiver form designed and prescribed by the Safety Fire Commissioner. The State Fire Marshal or designated representative shall respond within 30 days for the decision for approval or disapproval or recommendations for modifications to the Plan. If the 30-day time frame is not met, the Plans submitted shall be deemed to be approved. Add a new section, Appendix D 107.2, as follows: Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one-half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the property or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses. (f) Modifications to Chapter 6: 1. Add exception number 3 to 603.4 to read as follows: 3. In emergency conditions, when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufacturer's instructions and the authority having jurisdiction. Such devices shall be supervised during their period of operation by the establishment of a fire watch system based on the definition of "Fire Watch" in Chapter 2 of this Code. Persons assigned to perform fire watch duties shall be instructed as to their duties. 2. Delete section 604.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 604.4 "Multiplug adapters & Relocatable Power Taps (RPTs). 604.4.1 Multiplug adapters. The use of multiplug electrical outlet adapters, such as but not limited to cube adapters or plug strips, or any other similar device that is not UL listed and is not equipped with overcurrent protection shall be prohibited. Such devices that are UL listed and are equipped with overcurrent protection shall only be used in accordance with the UL listing and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Such listed devices shall not be used where specifically prohibited by a provision of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code . Where there is any conflict between the UL listing and the manufacturer's instructions, the UL listing provisions shall prevail. The suitability for the use of RTP's shall be based, by the user, on 110.3(A)(1) of the National Electrical Code . 604.4.2 Relocatable Power Taps (RPT's): 604.4.2.1 Relocatable Power Taps (RPT's) shall be UL listed and labeled in accordance with UL1363. They shall be of the polarized or grounded type, and be equipped with overcurrent protection. RPT's shall be used in accordance with their UL listing and the manufacturer's instructions. [NEC, 110.3(B)] Where there is any conflict between the UL listing and the manufacturer's instructions, the UL listing provisions shall prevail. Such listed devices shall not be used where specifically prohibited by a provision of NFPA 70, National Electrical Code . 604.4.2.2 RPT power supply. RPT's shall be directly connected to a permanently installed electrical receptacle. An RPT shall not be plugged into another RPT or into an extension cord or flexible cord. A UL listed extension cord or flexible cord having only one outlet and serving only one device may be plugged into an RPT so long as the arrangement does not cause an overcurrent condition in the RPT. 604.4.2.3 RPT power cords. Power cords of RPT's shall not be extended through holes in walls, structural ceilings, or floors. Such cords shall not be run under doors or floor coverings. They shall not be run through doorways, windows, or similar openings. 604.4.2.4 Protection from physical damage. RPT's shall be mounted off floors to a wall or fixture so as to be protected against physical damage. The method of mounting shall not be permanent so that the devices may be easily relocated as need dictates. 604.4.2.5 Restricted use in Health Care Occupancies. "Hospital grade "RPT's listed, based on UL 1363A, for use in "patient care" or "patient sleeping rooms" of a hospital, limited care facility, nursing home, hospice, or ambulatory health care facility may be used in such locations, unless such use is specifically prohibited by this Code , NFPA 70, National Electrical Code , NFPA 101, Life Safety Code , NFPA 99, Health Care Facilities Code , or other applicable State or Federal rule or regulation." 3. Insert an Informational Note following section 604.4.2.4 to read as follows: "Informational Note: Based on UL1363, RPT's are intended for indoor use as an extension of a grounding alternating-current branch circuit for general use. Where such devices are used or intended to be used for voltage surge suppression, the RPT is also required by UL1363 to meet the provisions of UL1449 for Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors. UL1363 incorporates this compliance. Such devices may be utilized for the protection of personal or laptop computers, computer related devices, word processors, memory typewriters, and other low load devices. They are not intended for use with high load equipment such as, but not limited to, refrigerators, coffee pots, microwave ovens, toasters, toaster ovens, space heaters, and other high power load devices. The labeling and manufacturer's information and instructions need to be consulted to determine if the RPT is also listed for transient voltage suppression. In addition, some RPT devices have additional options included in the device such as "electrical noise" filtration. UL1363 would also require and ensure that component would meet UL1283. The safety requirements relative RPT's regardless of the various extras that may be included in a device covered by UL1363 and the RPT manufacturer's instructions. RPT's have also been referred to as "Temporary Power Taps (TPT's)", "power strips", "Surge/Spike Protectors", or "Portable Outlets" among other designations. NFPA 70, National Electrical Code (NEC), 2011 edition, does not utilize the term "Relocatable Power Tap or RPT, however, for safety provisions similar to those utilized by UL, reference can be made to NEC Article 400, Flexible Cords and Cables, Article 406, Receptacles, Cord Connectors, and Attachment Plugs (CAPS), and Article 517 Health Care Facilities." 4. Delete section 604.10 and the exception thereto, and substitute in its place the following: Sections 604.10.1 through 604.10.4 remain unchanged. 604.10 "Portable, electric space heaters. Portable, electric heaters are prohibited in all portions of occupancies in Groups A, E (including day care), I-1, I-3, R-1, R-2, and R-4. Where not prohibited by other chapters of this Code , or by provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, portable, electrical space heaters shall be permitted to be used in all other occupancy groups. Where use is permitted, portable electric space heaters shall comply with Sections 604.10.1 through 604.10.5 and 604.10.6 where applicable." 5. Add a new section 604.10.6 to read as follows: 604.10.6 "Oil filled radiator type, portable electric space heaters that have a maximum surface temperature restriction of 250º F, may be permitted to be used in staff and employee areas that are located on floors not occupied by patient or staff sleeping areas and that are totally sprinkler protected in I-2 occupancies as defined in Chapter 2 of this Code . For single story I-2 occupancies, such devices may be used in staff and employee non-sleeping areas that are totally sprinkler protected and that are separated from staff and patient sleeping room areas by 1-hour fire rated construction. Such space heaters shall comply with 604.10.1 through 604.10.5." 6. Add a new 604.12 to read as follows: 604.12 " Separation from Transformers. Space separation for transformers shall be as follows: (1) Transformer pad locations shall be a minimum of 10 feet (3 m) from any building, building overhangs, canopies, exterior walls, balconies, exterior stairs and/or walkways connected to the building. (2) Transformer pad edges shall be not less than 14 feet (4.3 m) from any doorway. (3) Transformer pad edges shall be not less than 10 feet (3 m) from any window or other opening. (4) If the building has an overhang, the 10 foot (3 m) clearance shall be measured from a point below the edge of the overhang only if the building is three stories or less. If the building is four stories or more, the 10 foot (3 m) clearance shall be measured from the outside building wall. (5) Fire escapes, outside stairs, and covered walkways attached to or between buildings, shall be considered as part of the building. 604.12.1 Transformer pads may be located closer to noncombustible walls than the above required minimum clearances in 605.12(1) upon written approval of the authority having jurisdiction, however, in no case shall the transformer location be less than 3 feet (0.9 m) from the building. 604.12.2 Transformer pads existing prior to December 31, 1994, are exempted from the requirements of 605.11. When buildings are modified, reductions in space separations may be less than the above required minimum clearances upon written approval of the authority having jurisdiction." 7. Delete section 607 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 607.1 "General. Commercial kitchen exhaust hoods and residential cooking appliances in commercial and public buildings shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations , as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." 7. Delete section 609.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 607.2 " Where required. A commercial hood complying with NFPA 96, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3, shall be installed in any occupancy at or above all commercial cooking appliances, and domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes and which produce grease laden vapors. 607.2.1 The provisions of 607.2 shall not apply where provided for in the scoping provisions of subsection 1.1.4 of NFPA 96, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." 8. Delete 607.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 607.3 " Operations and maintenance. Commercial cooking appliances, and domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes and which produce grease laden vapors, and all components of ventilation systems serving such appliances shall be installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions of NFPA 96 as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." (g) Modifications to Chapter 7: 1. Add a new 701.2.2 to read as follows: 701.2.2 " Barrier Identification. All fire and/or smoke barriers or walls shall be effectively and permanently identified with signs or stenciling above a decorative ceiling and/or in concealed spaces with letters a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) high on a contrasting background spaced a maximum of 12 feet (3.7m) on center with a minimum of one per wall or barrier. The hourly rating shall be included on all rated barriers or walls. Suggested wording is, "(__) Hour Fire and Smoke Barrier-Protect All Openings." (h) Modifications to Chapter 8: 1. Delete section 801.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: SECTION 801 " GENERAL, 801.1 Scope. The provisions of this Code , as adopted by this Chapter shall govern furniture, furnishings, decorative vegetation, and decorative materials, as defined in Chapter 2 of this Code , in buildings and structures. Section 803 shall be applicable to all existing buildings, structures, or spaces constructed and issued the required certificate of occupancy prior to the effective date of this Chapter 120-3-3. Sections 804 through 808 shall be applicable to such existing buildings, structures, and or spaces, and to proposed (new) buildings, structures, or spaces. For the purposes of this Code , wall padding, wall mounted gym pads, crash pads, or other pads mounted or secured to walls shall meet the provisions of this NFPA 101, Life Safety Code applicable to interior finish materials. Gym pads or other pads used on floors shall be considered as furnishings. Interior finish and trim in proposed (new) buildings shall be regulated by NFPA 101, Life Safety Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (i) Modifications to Chapter 9: 1. Delete section 901.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 901.3 " Approvals and Permits. Fire protection systems shall be approved as set forth by the authority having jurisdiction. Local authorities having jurisdiction may require permits as required and set forth in 105.6 and 105.7 of this Code ." 2. Delete section 901.4.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 901.4.1 "Required fire protection systems. Fire suppression systems required by this Code , the International Building Code , the Life Safety Code , or other codes and standards adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be installed, operated, tested, repaired and maintained in accordance with this Code and applicable standards adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner." 3. Delete section 901.4.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 901.4.2 "Provisions in excess of the minimum code requirements shall, as a minimum, be installed to meet the provisions of the currently adopted code(s) and/or standard(s) which may be applicable to the provision at the time of its installation. Any non-required fire protection system which is added onto, interconnected with, any required fire protection system (of a similar type), shall be designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the currently adopted code(s) and/or standard(s) which may be applicable to the provision at the time of its installation. 901.4.2.1 The provisions of 901.4.2 shall not apply to other installations not conforming with the provisions of the currently adopted code(s) and/or standard(s) applicable to the provision at the time of its installation if such installations are reported and filed with the local responding fire department and the authority having jurisdiction. In addition such systems shall be identified as required by the authority having jurisdiction. 901.4.2.2 The provisions of 901.4.2 shall not apply for non-required systems designed, reviewed, installed and approved in accordance with local codes and/or ordinances." 4. Delete section 903.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 903.2 " Where required . (a) Approved automatic sprinkler systems for proposed (new) buildings and structures approved for construction as set forth in 103.3.1 of this Code , or where specifically required for existing buildings and structures, shall as the minimum level of protection, be that required by the applicable provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code and applicable provisions of other codes and standards adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, and this Code section; provided, however, the International Building Code ( IBC ) shall govern the requirements for sprinkler protection that are related to minimum building construction types, or to increases in building area and height limitations imposed by the IBC ." (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE ) (b) Where a new automatic sprinkler system is required by this Code or other code, standard, rule or regulation, the system shall be designed and installed in accordance with the requirements applicable to systems in proposed (new) buildings and structures. (c) In addition, an automatic sprinkler system may be required for new or existing buildings, structures, spaces, or conditions by other NFPA standards adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3, or other Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (d) The requirements for the installation, design, and testing of automatic sprinkler systems shall be as applicable, NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems , NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height ; and NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, or as adopted and modified by this Chapter 120-3-3. 903.2.1 The sprinkler protection provision of 903.2 shall not be mandatory for spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries and standby engines, provided those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with a supervised automatic fire alarm system, and are separated from the remainder of the building by fire barriers consisting of walls and floor/ceiling assemblies having a fire resistance rating of not less than 2-hours. NOTE: NFPA 76, Fire Protection of Telecommunications Facilities , should be consulted. Refer to the edition adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." 5. Delete section 903.3.7 of this Code in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 903.3.7 " Fire department connections. The location of fire department connections shall be approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in subsection 501.5 of this Code , adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 6. Delete section 904.2.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 904.2.2 " Commercial hood and duct systems. Each required commercial kitchen exhaust hood and duct system required by Section 607 to have a commercial hood complying with NFPA 96, shall be protected with an approved automatic fire-extinguishing system installed in accordance with this Code and applicable provisions of NFPA 96." 7. Delete section 904.12 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: "904.12 Fire Protection for Commercial Cooking Operations. 904.12.1 The requirements for, as well as the design, installation, protection and maintenance of cooking equipment, shall be as required by NFPA 101, Life Safety Code and NFPA 96, Standard for the Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE ) 904.12.2 Fire suppression systems approved for the protection of commercial cooking appliances shall be designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with the applicable standards adopted in this Chapter. 904.12.3 Portable fire extinguishers for commercial cooking appliances. Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in kitchens or other commercial cooking areas in accordance with NFPA 10 and NFPA 96, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner. Class K portable fire extinguishers and the required operation sequence signage required by NFPA 10, shall be located between 5 feet and 10 feet from the manual release device(s) of the kitchen exhaust hood fire suppression system(s)." 8. Delete section 905.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 905.1 " General. The State's minimum requirements for standpipe systems shall be as required by the International Building Code ( IBC ) or This Code . Standpipe systems shall be designed, installed and tested in accordance with NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, and Hose Systems as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODE REFERENCE GUIDE )" 9. Insert a new subsection 905.13 to read as follows: 905.13 " Fire department connections. The location of fire department connections shall be approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in subsection 501.5 of this Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 10. Delete section 906.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 906.1 " Portable Fire Extinguishers - General. Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in all buildings, structures and facilities falling under this Code and O.C.G.A. 25-2. For any other building, structure, facility, or condition or special hazard, portable fire extinguishers shall be provided as may be required by this Code in Table 906.1, or by various codes and standards adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE )." 11. Delete section 906.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 906.2 " General requirements. The selection, distribution, installation, and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers shall comply with NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers , as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. 906.2.1 The maximum travel distance to reach an extinguisher shall not apply to the spectator seating portions of Group A-5 occupancies. 906.2.2 Thirty-day inspections shall not be required and maintenance shall be allowed to be once every three years for dry-chemical or halogenated agent portable fire extinguishers that are supervised by a listed and approved electronic monitoring device, provided that all of the following conditions are met: (a) Electronic monitoring shall confirm that extinguishers are properly positioned, properly charged and unobstructed. (b) Loss of power or circuit continuity to the electronic monitoring device shall initiate a trouble signal. (c) The extinguishers shall be installed inside of a building or cabinet in a noncorrosive environment. (d) Electronic monitoring devices and supervisory circuits shall be tested every three years when extinguisher maintenance is performed. (e) A written log of required hydrostatic test dates for extinguishers shall be maintained by the owner to ensure that hydrostatic tests are conducted at the frequency required by NFPA 10. 906.2.3 In Group E - Educational occupancies, in lieu of locating fire extinguishers in corridors and normal paths of travel as specified in NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers , fire extinguishers may be located in rooms that open directly onto such corridors and pathways provided all of the following are met: (a) The room in which such extinguishers are placed are located in close proximity to that portion of the corridor where a fire extinguisher would otherwise be placed in accordance with NFPA 10; Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers , (b) A sign which states in white letters at least one inch in height on a red background, 'FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATED IN THIS ROOM,' is placed on the corridor wall immediately adjacent to the entrance way of each such room so that it can be clearly seen at all times; (c) The rooms in which such extinguishers are placed shall be constantly supervised during school hours; and, (d) Those rooms cannot be subject to being locked at any time the building is occupied." 12. Delete sections 906.3 through 906.10 without substitution (Refer to NFPA 10). 13. Delete section 907.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following, while retaining existing subsections: 907.1 " Fire Alarm Systems - General. (a) The State's minimum requirements for fire alarm systems in proposed (new) buildings and structures approved as set forth in 103.3.1 of this Code shall be as required by NFPA 101, Life Safety Code , as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. Fire alarm systems shall be designed, installed, tested, and maintained in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code , as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. (b) New fire alarm systems to be installed in existing buildings shall be designed, installed, and maintained in accordance with NFPA 72, as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. (Refer to Table 102. 13 CODES REFERENCE GUIDE)" 17. Delete sections 907.2 through 907.6.6.2 in their entirety and without substitution. 18. Delete section 909.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 909.1 " Scope and purpose. This section applies to mechanical or passive smoke control systems when they are required for proposed (new) buildings or portions thereof by provisions of the Life Safety Code (LSC) or this Code , as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3, or by provisions of the International Building Code ( IBC ), as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs. The purpose of this section is to establish minimum requirements for the design, installation, and acceptance testing of smoke control systems that are intended to provide a tenable environment for the evacuation or relocation of occupants. These provisions are not intended for the preservation of contents, the timely restoration of operations, or for assistance in fire suppression or overhaul activities. Smoke control systems regulated by this section serve a different purpose than the smoke and heat venting provisions found in Section 910. Mechanical smoke control systems shall not be considered exhaust systems under Chapter 5 of the International Mechanical Code (IMC) ." 19. Delete section 909.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 909.2 " General design requirements. Buildings, structures, or portions thereof required by provisions of the Life Safety Code (LSC) or this Code , as adopted by this Chapter, or by provisions of the International Building Code , as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs, to have a smoke control system or systems shall have such systems designed in accordance with the applicable requirements of Section 909 of this Code and the generally accepted and well established principles of engineering relevant to the design. The construction documents shall include sufficient information and detail to describe adequately the elements of the design necessary for the proper implementation of the smoke control systems. These documents shall be accompanied with sufficient information and analysis to demonstrate compliance with these provisions." 20. Add a new section 909.2.1 to read as follows: 909.2.1 " Smoke Control. For the purposes of 909.2 the following publications shall be considered as providing the generally accepted and well established principals of engineering relevant to design of required smoke control systems. (1) NFPA 92, Standard for Smoke Control Systems (2) NFPA SPP-53, Smoke Control in Fire Safety Design (3) ASHRAE/SFPE, Design of Smoke Management Systems (4) ASHRAE, Guideline 5 : Guideline for Commissioning Smoke Management Systems" (5) NFPA 101, Life Safety Code (For non-mandatory guidance involving systems for existing detention and correction facilities refer to A.23.3.1.3 of the 2012 Edition) 21. Add a new section 909.2.1 to read as follows: 909.2.1 " Deactivation of Mechanical Pressurization Systems. The design of pressurization systems shall ensure that smoke is not introduced into the pressurized enclosure so as to result in the untenable contamination of the fresh air. Approved smoke detectors shall be installed at each intake in such approved manner that the operation of the fan providing mechanical pressurization to the enclosure where smoke is detected shall be deactivated upon detection of smoke." 22. Add a new subsection 912.2.3 to read as follows: 912.2.3 " Location of fire department connections. The location of fire department connections for automatic sprinkler systems shall be as approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in accordance with Section 912 and Section 501.5 of this Code , as adopted by 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 23. Add a new section 914.7.3 to read as follows: 914.7.3 " Limited Use Special Amusement Buildings: Special amusement buildings not open to the public in excess of 45 days in a twelve month period shall be permitted, provided all of the following conditions are met: 1. Portable fire extinguishers with a minimum of a 2A:10B:C rating are placed within 25 feet of each activity or viewing station, so as to be readily accessible and visible to staff; 2. A smoke detection system is placed throughout the facility with a smoke detector located at each activity or viewing station and located throughout corridors and halls not to exceed a spacing more than 15 feet (4.6 m) from a wall or more than 30 feet (9.1 m) on center. Where there is no ceiling or cover over activity or viewing stations, or over exit access routes, other than the standard ceiling, smoke detectors shall be placed so that their area of coverage does not exceed the approval listing of the detectors; 3. Emergency lighting shall be provided which will cause illumination of the means of egress upon loss of power to lighting circuits for the means of egress routes serving the special amusement building. In addition, all staff shall be provided with flashlights; 4. Personnel dedicated for the sole purpose of performing fire watch duties as defined in Chapter 2 of the International Fire Code and as be deemed necessary for specific circumstances by the authority having jurisdiction, shall be provided in such numbers to ensure the entire special amusement space is surveyed at least every 30 minutes starting 30 minutes prior to public occupancy. Such personnel shall be provided with a direct communication device for communication with all viewing or activity stations throughout the facility. In addition such personnel shall be provided with appropriate training for the operation of portable fire extinguishing equipment; 5. Communication to the responding fire department or emergency dispatch center is available from the facility (a regular telephone or at least two cell phones are acceptable); 6. "NO SMOKING" signs shall be posted at entrances to the building. Receptacles for the discard of smoking material shall be located a minimum of 15 feet (9.1 m) from the structure and shall be clearly identified by applicable signage; 7. Documentation of fire watch tours required by item 4 above is maintained. The documentation, at the minimum, shall note the time when the tour was conducted the name of personnel conducting the tour, and information about any hazards identified and actions taken to remove such hazards. Such documentation shall be readily available to the code official upon request." (j) Modifications to Chapter 10: 1. Delete sections 1001 through 1030 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 1001.1 " General. (A) Proposed (new) buildings or portions thereof approved for construction as set forth in 103.3 of this Code , shall be provided with means of egress and related safeguards as set forth by NFPA 101, Life Safety Code , as adopted this Chapter. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE ) (B) Buildings and structures existing and approved prior the effective date of this Chapter 120-3-3, as set forth in 103.3 of this Code , having means of egress and related safeguards conforming to NFPA 101, Life Safety Code , under which they were approved and constructed shall be considered as complying with this Code . Means of egress and related safeguards in existing buildings constructed without approval, may be considered as complying with this code section if, in the judgment of the authority having jurisdiction, they do not constitute a distinct hazard to life. Where, in the judgment of the authority having jurisdiction, the means of egress or related safeguards provided constitute a distinct hazard to life, the hazardous condition or conditions shall be remedied based on the provisions for existing buildings of the Life Safety Code as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. (C) Exit discharge termination dispersal areas may be utilized where authorized and designed in accordance with 7.7.1.5 of the Life Safety Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 2. Add the following section 1001.2 to read as follows: 1001.2 " Overcrowding and Life Safety Hazard Prevention . Overcrowding or admittance of any person beyond the approved capacity of a building or a portion thereof shall not be allowed. It is the responsibility of the manager and the person in charge of a building, structure, or portion thereof not to allow an overcrowded condition or any condition which constitutes a life safety hazard to exist, and to take prompt action to remedy an overcrowded condition or life safety hazard when evidence of such a condition is noted, or when advised or ordered by the Fire Code Official or his/her representative. (Refer to 107.6) 1001.2.1 Decreases in the Occupant Load. For authorized decreases in the occupant load approved by the fire code authority having jurisdiction, the actual number of occupants for whom each occupied space, floor or building is designed, although less than those determined by calculation, shall be permitted to be used in the determination of the design occupant load. 1001.2.2 Increases in the Occupant Load. For approved increases in the occupant load by the fire code authority having jurisdiction, refer to 7.3.1.5 of Subsection 7.3.1 of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 1001.2.3 Overcrowded Condition or Life Safety Hazard Determined. The fire code official, upon finding any overcrowded conditions or obstructions in aisles, passageways or other means of egress, or upon finding any condition which constitutes a life safety hazard, shall be authorized to cause the event to be stopped until such condition or obstruction is corrected. In addition, a structure, building, room or designated portion thereof shall be deemed overcrowded if the total of occupants exceeds the exit capacity of the structure, building, room or area involved." (k) Modifications to Chapter 11: 1. Delete 1101.1 and substitute in its place the following: 1101.1 " Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings constructed prior to the effective date of this Chapter 120-3-3. 2. Delete 1101.2 and substitute in its place the following: 1101.2 " Intent. The intent of this chapter is to provide a minimum degree of fire and life safety to persons occupying buildings by providing for existing building rehabilitation activities including repair, renovation, modification, reconstruction, change of use or occupancy classification, and additions to such buildings. 3. Delete 1101.3 and substitute in its place the following: 1101.3 " Permits. Construction permits for buildings falling under State jurisdiction, as set forth in O.C.G.A. 25-2.13, shall be required for the activities noted in 4601.1 when the criteria of O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(d) for an existing building to be classified as a proposed (new) building or structure are met. For local jurisdictions, permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.7 of this Code and the International Building Code . 4. Delete Sections 1102 through 1104 and substitute in their place a new 1102 to read as follows: SECTION 1102 " FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES" 1102.1 " General. The intents and purposes of this section shall be met through the application of the applicable provisions of this Code , the Life Safety Code , and other codes and standards as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, as they apply to existing conditions and routine maintenance of fire and life safety protection systems and devices. For building rehabilitation activities, including repair, renovation, modification, reconstruction, change of use or occupancy classification, and additions to such buildings, the definitions and requirements of Chapter 43, of the Life Safety Code , adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner shall apply." (l) Modifications to Chapter 20: 1. Delete section 2003.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 2003.5 "Dispensing of flammable and combustible liquids. No dispensing, transfer or storage of flammable or combustible liquids shall be permitted inside any building or structure. Exceptions: 1. As provided in Chapter 57 of this Code, provided, the provisions are not less protective than the provisions of any applicable Codes and standards adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 2. When the procedures used follow the guidelines and requirements set forth in NFPA 410 - Standard for Aircraft Maintenance, adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." 2. Delete sections 2006.1 through 2006.21.1 in their entirety and substitute in their place a new paragraph 2006.1 to read as follows: 2006.1 "Aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations and Airport Fuel Systems. All aircraft motor vehicle fuel-dispensing stations and airport fuel systems shall be in accordance with Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Flammable and Combustible Liquids." 3. Delete section 2007.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 2007.1 " General. Helistops and heliports shall be maintained in accordance with Section 2007. Helistops and heliports on buildings or structures shall be constructed in accordance with the International Building Code and the requirements set forth by NFPA 418, Standard for Heliports, adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." (m) Modification to Chapter 23. 1. Delete sections 2301.1 through 2301.6 in their entirety and substitute in their place a new paragraph 2301.1 to read as follows: 2301.1 " Scope. Automotive motor fuel-dispensing facilities, marine motor fuel dispensing facilities, fleet vehicle motor fuel-dispensing facilities and repair garages shall be in accordance with Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Flammable and Combustible Liquids'." Exception: This chapter shall apply to hydrogen motor fuel-dispensing and generation facilities as specified in section 2309 and repair garages where referenced by subsection 406.6, entitled, 'Repair Garages,' of the International Building Code. 2. Delete sections 2303 through 2308 and all other paragraphs there-under, and section 2310 and all other paragraphs thereunder in their entirety without substitution. (n) Modification to Chapter 31: 1. Delete 3106.5.2 in its entirety and substitute in it's place the following: 3106.5.2 "Cooking Operations. Cooking operations shall be evaluated and comply with NFPA 96, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (o) Modification to Chapter 50: 1. Add two new exceptions 12 and 13 to section 5001.1 to read as follows: 12. "Storage, transportation, use, dispensing, mixing and handling of Flammable and combustible liquids as outlined in Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, "Rules and Regulations for Flammable and Combustible Liquids. 13. Storage, handling, and transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LP-Gas) and the installation of LP-gas equipment pertinent to systems for such use as outlined Chapter 120-3-16 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Liquefied Petroleum Gases." 2. In Table 5003.11.1, add superscript "k" to Oxidizers in the Material column and add the following footnote "k" to read as follows: k. "Group M occupancies with Class 2 and Class 3 oxidizers exceeding these quantities shall comply with the applicable provisions of NFPA 400, Hazardous Materials Code as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3." (p) Modifications to Chapter 56: 2. Delete sections 5601 through 5607 and all related paragraphs there under in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 5601. " Explosives and blasting. The provisions of Chapter 120-3-10 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Explosives and Blasting Agents' shall govern the possession, manufacture, storage, handling, sale and use of explosives, explosive materials and small arms ammunitions." 3. Delete section 5608.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 5608.1 "GENERAL PROVISIONS. In addition to the requirements of this Section for the display of fireworks the provisions of O.C.G.A. Title 25, Chapter 2, and Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall apply. Where there may be a conflict between a provision of this Section and a provision of the above referenced law or regulation, the provision of the above referenced law or regulation shall apply. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit the use of fireworks by railroads or other transportation agencies for the signal purposes or illumination, or the sale or use of blank cartridges for a show or theater, or for signal or ceremonial purposes in athletics or sports or for the use by military organizations." 2. Insert a new section 5608.11 to read as follows: 5608.11 "Retail display and sale. (a) Fireworks as defined in the Official Code of Georgia (O.C.G.A.) Title 25, Chapter 10 in 25-10-1(a)(1) shall not be made available for sale at retail or wholesale, except as provided in O.C.G.A. 25-10. (b) Non-explosive sparkling devices as defined in O.C.G.A. 25-10-1(b) are permitted for retail sales to the public, provided, however, it is unlawful for any such devices to be sold to any person under 18 years of age (O.C.G.A. 25-10-2(b)(1) . In addition, it is unlawful to sell such items to any person by any means other than an in-person, face-to-face sale. Further, such person shall provide proper identification to the seller at the time of such purchase. The term 'proper identification' means any document issued by a governmental agency containing a description of the person, such person's photograph, or both, and giving such person's date of birth and includes without being limited to, a passport, military identification card, driver's license, or an identification card authorized under O.C.G.A. Sections 40-5-100 through 40-5-104 . (c) In areas where devices are stored or displayed for retail sales, at least one pressurized-water type portable fire extinguisher complying with NFPA 10, as adopted by this Chapter shall be located not more than 20 feet and not closer than 15 feet from the storage or display location. In addition, "NO SMOKING" signs complying with Section 310 shall be conspicuously posted in areas of such storage or display, unless in a building where smoking is clearly marked as prohibited." (q) Modification to Chapter 57: 1. Add a new non-applicability paragraph number 12 to section 5701.2 to read as follows: 12. " The storage, transportation, use, dispensing, mixing and handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids as outlined in Chapter 120-3-11 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner entitled, 'Rules and Regulations for Flammable and Combustible Liquids." (r) Modifications to Chapter 61: 1. Delete Chapter 61 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: "CHAPTER 61 LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GASES. The provisions relating to the storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases shall be those in NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE )" (s) Modifications to Chapter 80: 1. Add an Explanatory Note at the start of the Chapter to read: "Replace the NFPA Standard Reference numbers with the year edition with the same NFPA Standard Reference numbers and titles however; each year edition shall be those as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner Chapters 102-3-3, 120-3-10, 120-3-11 and 120-3-12."

(4) NFPA 2, 2020 Edition Hydrogen Technologies Code Modifications: None

(5) NFPA 3, 2018 Edition , Guide for the Commissioning and Integrated Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems Modifications : (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows: 1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, and it is not adopted as a minimum state code or standard. It may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards, or it may be adopted and enforced by a local jurisdiction under local ordinance."

(6) NFPA 10, 2018 Edition, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 6: 1. Delete 6.1.3.8.1 in its entirety and insert in its place the following (6.1.3.8.2 and 6.1.3.8.3 remain unchanged: 6.1.3.8.1 "Portable fire extinguishers having a gross weight not exceeding 40 lb. (18.14 kg) shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than 48 in (1.19 m) above the floor." 2. Delete 6.1.3.10.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 6.1.3.10.5 Cabinets or wall recesses for fire extinguishers shall be installed that the top of the opening for the fire extinguisher is at 50 in. (1.27 m) above the finished floor. 6.1.3.10.5.1 The provisions of 6.1.3.10.5 shall not apply to existing installations. (b) Modifications to Chapter 7: 1. Delete 7.1.2.1 in its entirety and insert in its place the following: 7.1.2.1 "Persons performing maintenance and recharging of extinguishers shall be licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated." 2. Delete subparagraphs 7.1.2.1.1 thru 7.1.2.1.5 in their entirety without substitution. 3. Delete subparagraph 7.1.2.3 in its entirety without substitution. 4. Delete subsection 7.3.4.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.3.4.1.1 "Tags shall comply the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 5. Delete subsection 7.3.4.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.3.4.2 " Verification-of-Service Collar (Maintenance or Recharging) . Verification-of-Service Collars shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 6. Delete subsection 7.3.6.5.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.3.6.5.3 "The 6 year Maintenance internal examination label shall be blue in color and shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 7. Delete subsection 7.11.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.11.3 "Verification-of-Service Collars shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (c) Modifications to Chapter 8: 1. Delete subsection 8.1.2.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 8.1.2.1 "Hydrostatic testing shall be performed by persons who are, licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, trained in pressure testing procedures and safeguards complying with 7.1.2, who have testing equipment, facilities, and an appropriate manufacturer's service manual(s) available." 2. Delete subsection 8.1.2.1.2 in its entirety without substitution. 3. Delete subsection 8.1.2.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 8.1.2.1.3 "Where hydrostatic testing is subcontracted to a facility described in 8.1.2.1.1, the secondary firm actually performing the hydro testing must be listed on the primary firms license(s) application on file in the Georgia State Fire Marshal's Office." 4. Delete subsection 8.7.2.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 8.7.2.2 "The label shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner."

(7) NFPA 11, 2016 Edition, Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam Modifications: None

(8) NFPA 12, 2018 Edition, Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems Modifications: None

(9) NFPA 12A, 2018 Edition, Standard on Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems Modifications: None

(10) NFPA 13, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 4: 1. Add a new Section 4.2.1 to read as follows: 4.2.1.1 " Modification of Existing Sprinkler Systems. In existing sprinkler systems, heads may be relocated from original installation locations. All alterations or modifications to existing branch lines shall be submitted with hydraulic calculations if work is outside of scope of subsections 4.4.1 through 4.4.4. New hydraulic data nameplate shall be placed on any modified system at the riser or sectional valve along with the existing hydraulic data nameplate. 4.2.1.2 One additional sprinkler may be added to an original installation location if the additional sprinkler is in a remotely located or non-communicating compartment from the existing or relocated sprinkler. 4.2.1.3 Two sprinklers may be added to an existing branch line if the additional sprinklers are in remotely located or non-communicating compartments from the existing or relocated sprinkler. 4.2.1.4 New branch lines added to existing cross mains shall be sized the same as the existing branch lines. 4.2.1.5 No more than two heads shall be supplied from 1 inch (25.4 mm) pipe unless the existing system was calculated to supply more than two heads. In such case, the calculated maximum for 1 inch (25.4 mm) pipe shall take precedence." (b) Modification to Chapter 5: 1. Add a new paragraph 5.2.2.3 to read as follows: 5.2.2.3 "A water test taken to determine the period of highest demand and made not more than six months prior to plan submittal shall be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction with all new system designs." (c) Modification to Chapter 9: 1. Delete the Annex note A.9.3.5.1 to 9.3.5.1* and insert a revised A.9.3.5.1 to read follows: "A.9.3.5.1 It is the intent of this section to apply the requirement for draft stops and closely spaced sprinklers to openings in fire rated floor/ceiling assemblies. It is not the intent of this section to require draft stops and closely spaced sprinklers to the perimeter around mezzanines, raised platforms, lofts or other places where stairs or escalators ascend to a floor or landing that is open to the space below. 2. Insert a new 9.3.5.2.1 to read as follows: 9.3.5.2.1 "Draft stops required by Section 8.15.4.1 shall not be required in Light and Ordinary Hazard Occupancies utilizing quick response sprinklers throughout." (d) Modification to Chapter 16: 1.) Delete paragraph 16.12.5.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following. The annex note shall remain. 16.12.5.7 " FDC Locations. The location of fire department connections shall be approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in subsections 501.5 and 912 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Where there may be conflict between subsection 501 or 912 of the IFC and section 8.17.2 of this Code , the provisions of 501 and 912 of the IFC shall prevail." (e) Modification to Chapter 27: 1. Add a new 27.1.2.1 to read as follows: 27.1.2.1 "Where plan review notes returned with submitted plans or comments on submitted plans by the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ), indicating the need for corrections, such corrections shall be made by the Fire Protection Sprinkler Designer. Only after the needed corrections are made and shown on corrected plans shall changes by installation personnel be allowed. Corrected plans shall be kept at the project site and shall be firmly attached to the set of plans stamped as approved with comments by the AHJ. Submitted plans returned without the approval stamp of the AHJ shall have corrections made and be resubmitted to the AHJ for review and approval. The installation of a system shall not be allowed where plans have been returned without an approval stamp until corrected plans have been submitted, reviewed, and stamped as approved by the AHJ." 2. Add new items (48) through (51) to subsection 27.1.3 to read as follows: (48) "Type of construction, (i.e., obstructed or unobstructed as defined in Section 3.7), and the distance between the sprinkler deflector and the structure in exposed structure areas. (49) Indicate the system is a NFPA 13 designed system. (50) Owner's Certificate, provided in accordance with Section 4.2. (51) Name, number and signature of the Certificate of Competency holder & Designer." 3. Add a new subsection 27.2.4.11.2.1 to read as follows: 27.2.4.11.2.1 " There shall be a minimum 10 psi (0.69 bar) cushion between the hydraulically calculated sprinkler system demand and supply when there is a backflow prevention device present. 27.2.4.11.2.1.1 The 10 psi (0.69 bar) cushion may be lowered to not less than 7 psi with written approval of the authority having jurisdiction based on the capability of the fire department to provide support to the system within 10 minutes of the receipt of notification of the alarm of fire in the building." 4. Add a new subparagraph 27.2.4.11.3 to read as follows: 27.2.4.11.3 "There shall be a minimum 15 psi (1.03 bar) cushion between the hydraulically calculated sprinkler system demand and supply in systems that do not have a backflow prevention device. 27.2.4.11.3.1 The 15 psi (1.05 bar) cushion may be lowered to not less than 7 psi with approval of the authority having jurisdiction based on the capability of the fire department to provide support to the system within 10 minutes of the receipt of notification of the alarm of fire in the building." (i) Modification to Chapter 28: 1. Add a new item (5) to 28.1 to read as follows: (5) "Attach an initial "GREEN" inspection tag to the sprinkler system riser. (a) After installation, acceptance testing, and inspection, at the time the system is initially accepted as being in a state of operational readiness, an Inspection Tag shall be completed and attached to the system at a conspicuous location so as to permit convenient inspection, and not hamper system activation. (b) Inspection Tags must be GREEN in color and have a minimum dimension of 51/4 inches (133 mm) in length and 2 inches (67 mm) in width. (c) Inspection tags shall bear at least the following information in an easy to read format: 1. "DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL." This order shall be in a minimum of 10pt capital letters. 2. The license number, name, and physical address of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor. 3. The license number, printed name, and signature of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Inspector. 4. The properly punched day, month and year the system was inspected and placed in a state of operational readiness. 5. The name and physical address, including tenant space designation, as applicable of the facility." 2. Add a new Section 28.7 Document Accessibility. 28.7.1 With every new system, a documentation cabinet shall be installed in the system riser room or at another approved location at the protected premises. 28.7.2 The documentation cabinet shall be sized so that it can contain all necessary documentation. 28.7.3 Required minimum documentation shall include copies of Approved Hydraulic calculations, Approved Plans, Above and Below ground contractors test, and Inventory of sprinkler heads. 28.7.4 Where the documentation cabinet is not in the sprinkler riser room, its location shall be identified at the system control valve. 28.7.5 The documentation cabinet shall be prominently labeled SPRINKLER SYSTEM DOCUMENTS. 28.7.6 The contents of the cabinet shall be accessible by authorized personnel only.

(11) NFPA 13D, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One-and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes Modifications: None

(12) NFPA 13R, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 1: Delete Section 1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following. Subsection 1.1.1 and 1.1.2 shall remain. 1.1 " Scope. This standard deals with the design and installation of automatic sprinkler systems for protection against fire hazards in residential occupancies, personal care homes, day-care centers and group day-care homes, up to and including four stories in height. When a single-story open-air parking structure of fire-restrictive construction having a rating greater than 2-hours is below a four-story residential occupancy, the structure is considered within this scope." 1. Delete Section 1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1.2 " Purpose. The purpose of this standard is to provide design and installation requirements for a sprinkler system to aid in the detection and control of fires in residential occupancies, day-care centers, group day-care homes, and personal care homes, and thus provide improved protection against injury, loss of life, and property damage. A sprinkler system designed and installed in accordance with this standard is expected to prevent flashover (total involvement) in the room of fire origin, where sprinklered, and to improve the chance for occupants to escape or be evacuated. This standard shall not be applied to "new assisted living communities" or new "memory care units" as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and as regulated by Chapter 34 or 35, as applicable, of the Life Safety Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (b) Modification to Chapter 3: 1. Delete subsection 3.3.10 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 3.3.10 " Residential Occupancies. Residential Occupancies, as specified in the scope of this standard and for the purposes of this standard, include the following, as defined by State law, or by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner: (1) Apartment buildings, (2) Lodging and rooming houses, (3) Board and care facilities, (4) Hotels, motels, and dormitories, (5) Personal care homes (prompt and slow evacuation type only), (6) Day-care centers and group day-care homes." 2. Add a new paragraph 3.3.9.1 to read as follows: 3.3.10.1 "Day-care Center - For purposes of NFPA 13R, a day-care facility subject to licensure or commission by the Department of Human Resources where more than 12 clients receive care. A day-care center is within the definition of a dwelling unit." 3. Add a new paragraph 3.3.10.2 to read as follows: 3.3.10.2 " Group Day-care Home - For purposes of NFPA 13R, a day-care facility subject to licensure or commission by the Department of Human Resources where at least seven but not more than 12 clients receive care. A group day-care home is within the definition of a dwelling unit." 4. Add a new paragraph 3.3.10.3 to read as follows: 3.3.10.3 " Dwelling - For purposes of NFPA 13R, any building which contains not more than one or two 'dwelling units' intended to be used, rented, leased, hired out to be occupied for habitation purposes, or for use as a day-care center, a group day-care home, or as a personal care home or community living arrangement." 5. Add a new paragraph 3.3.10.4 to read as follows: 3.3.10.4 " Outside Dwelling Unit - Any area such as, but not limited to, storage, mechanical and equipment rooms and/or other area(s) that, in the opinion of the authority having jurisdiction, constitutes a fire hazard in excess of the hazards normally found within the dwelling unit." 6. Add a new paragraph 3.3.10.5 to read as follows: 3.3.10.5 " Personal Care Home - For the purposes of NFPA 13R, any building or part thereof that is used as defined in Chapter 120-3-3 in 120-3-3-.03(11) of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (c) Modification to Chapter 4: 1. Add a new Section 4.6 to read as follows: 4.6 " Minimum Pipe Sizes. Minimum pipe sizes shall be 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) for copper and 1-inch (25.4 mm) for steel. For other approved pipe or tubing used, a minimum size of 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) for those with a Hazen-Williams 'C' value of 150 or more and 1 inch (19.1 mm) for those less than 150." (d) Modification to Chapter 6: 1. Delete paragraph 6.6.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 6.6.1 "Sprinklers shall be installed in all areas except where omission is permitted by 6.6.2 through 6.6.9 excluding day-care facilities. Sprinklers shall be installed in all areas of day-care facilities except where omission is permitted by 6.6.4 and 6.6.5." 2. Add a new paragraph 6.8.11 to read as follows: 6.8.11 "A non-multipurpose piping system shall be isolated from the domestic water system by not less than two spring-loaded check valves or equivalent." 3. Add a new paragraph 6.8.12 to read as follows: 6.8.12 "All valves controlling water supplies for sprinkler systems or portions thereof, including floor control valves, shall be easily accessible to authorized persons. Water supply connections shall not extend into or through a building unless such connection is under control of an outside listed indicating valve or an inside listed indicating valve located near an outside wall of the building." (e) Modification to Chapter 9: 1. Delete subsection 9.6.2.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: "Where a waterflow test is used for the purpose of system design, the test shall be conducted no more than 6 months prior to working plan submittal unless otherwise approved by the authority having jurisdiction." 2. Add a new subsection 9.7.2.1 to read as follows: 9.7.2.1 "A fire pump not meeting NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection , may be acceptable for small community living arrangements, day-care centers, day-care homes, and small personal care homes based upon documentation and subject to written approval of the authority having jurisdiction." (f) Modification to Chapter 10: 1. Add a new subsection 10.1.5 to read as follows: 10.1.5 "Upon completion of the acceptance test as set forth in this section, the installer shall attach an initial "GREEN" inspection tag to the sprinkler system riser. (a) After installation, testing, and inspection, at the time the system is initially accepted as being in a state of operational readiness, an Inspection Tag shall be completed and attached to the system at a conspicuous location so as to permit convenient inspection, and not hamper system activation. (b) Inspection Tags must be GREEN in color and have a minimum dimension of 51/4 inches (133 mm) in length and 2 inches (67 mm) in width. (c) Inspection tags shall bear at least the following information in an easy to read format: (1) "DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL." This order shall be in a minimum of 10pt capital letters. (2) The license number, name, and physical address of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor. (3) The license number, printed name, and signature of the licensed Fire Sprinkler Inspector. (4) The properly punched day, month and year the system was inspected and placed in a state of operational readiness. (5) The name and physical address (including tenant space as applicable) of the facility."

(13) NFPA 14, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, and Hose Systems Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Delete Section 1-1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1-1 " Scope. The State's minimum requirements for standpipes shall be established by the IBC (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE ) of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner). In addition, the requirements for occupant hoses are eliminated for new and existing buildings subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction. Where the installation of standpipes and /or hose systems is required, this standard covers the minimum requirements for the installation of standpipes and hose systems for buildings and structures. This standard does not cover requirements for periodic inspection, testing, and maintenance of standpipe systems. (See NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems .)" (b) Modification to Chapter 7: 1. Delete 7.8 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.8 " Minimum and Maximum Pressure Limits 7.8.1 Hydraulically designed standpipe systems shall be designed to provide the waterflow rate required by Section 7.10 at a minimum residual pressure of 100 psi (6.9 bar) at the outlet of the hydraulically most remote 2-1/2 inch (65 mm) hose connection and 65 psi (4.5 bar) at the outlet of the hydraulically most remote 1-1/2 (38 mm) hose connection. 7.8.1.1 Where the local Fire Chief or local Fire Code Official having fire suppression jurisdiction permits lower than 100 psi (6.9 bar) for 2-1/2 inch (65 mm) hose connections, based upon local suppression tactics, the pressure shall be permitted to be reduced to not less than 65 psi (4.5 bar). 7.8.1.2 Where the building is protected throughout by a supervised automatic sprinkler system and the building is not a high-rise, as defined in 3.3.5, the minimum residual pressure provisions shall not be mandatory when the standpipe system piping is a minimum of eight inches (8") nominal diameter. 7.8.1.3 Existing high-rise buildings, as defined in 3.3.5, that are protected throughout by a supervised automatic sprinkler system shall be permitted a reduction of the minimum residual pressure requirement of 100 psi (6.9 bar) at the hydraulically most remote 2-1/2 inch (63.5 mm) hose connection to 65 psi (4.5 bar). 7.8.1.4 Manual standpipe systems shall be designed to provide 100 psi (6.9 bar) at the topmost outlet with the calculations terminating at the fire department connection." 2. Insert a new subsection 7.12.3.4 to read as follows: 7.12.3.4 " Location. The location of fire department connections shall be approved by the Fire Chief as set forth in subsection 501.5 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (c) Modification to Chapter 10: 1. Add a new subsection 10.3 to read as follows: 10.3 "A letter certifying that all pressure restricting and pressure reducing equipment is installed and set per NFPA requirements and manufacturer's instructions shall be presented to the inspector along with test certificates at the time of final inspection." (d) Modification to Annex A: 1. Add a New Annex Note A.7.8.1.4 to read as follows: A.7.8.1.4 "It is not the intent of this standard to provide an automatic water supply for manual standpipe systems. Manual standpipe systems are designed (sized) to provide 100 psi (6.9 bar) at the topmost outlet using a fire department pumper as the source of flow and pressure."

(14) NFPA 15, 2012 Edition, Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection Modifications: None

(15) NFPA 16, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam- Water Spray Systems Modifications: None

(16) NFPA 17, 2017 Edition , Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 1: 1. Delete Section 1.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1.6 " *Qualifications. Only persons who are properly trained and licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, shall be considered competent to design, install, and service dry chemical systems." (b) Modification to Chapter 11: 1. Delete subsection 11.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.1.3 "Only persons trained and licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, shall be considered competent to design, install, and service dry chemical extinguishing systems, in accordance with this standard and the manufacturer's instructions." 2. Delete paragraph 11.1.3.1 in its entirety without substitution. 3. Delete subparagraph 11.3.1.2.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.3.1.2.4 "The label shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 4. Delete subparagraph 11.3.1.2.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.3.1.2.7 "The collar shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 5. Delete paragraph 11.3.1.10 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.3.1.10 "Each dry chemical system shall have the required tags or labels complying with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner after each service has been conducted on the system. Only the current applicable tag or label shall remain on the system." 6. Delete subsection 11.4.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: Systems shall be recharged by persons who are properly trained and licensed under the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, in accordance with the manufacturer's listed installation and maintenance manual."

(17) NFPA 17A, 2013 Edition, Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 1: 1. Delete Section 1.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1.7 " *Qualifications. Only persons who are properly trained and licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, shall be considered competent to design, install, and service wet chemical systems." (b) Modification to Chapter 7: 1. Delete subsection 7.3.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.3.1 "A service technician who performs maintenance on an extinguishing system shall be trained and shall possess a licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated." 2. Delete paragraph 7.3.1.1 in its entirety without substitution. 3. Delete subparagraph 7.3.3.6.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.3.3.6.1 "The owner or owner's representative shall retain all maintenance reports for a period of 3 years after the next maintenance of that type required by the standard." 4. Delete paragraph 7.3.3.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 7.3.3.7 " * Each wet chemical system shall have a tag or label securely attached, complying with the requirements of Chapter 120-3-23 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Only the current tag or label shall remain in place." 5. Add a new paragraph 7.5.2.4 to read as follows: 7.5.2.4 "Each stored pressure system agent cylinder that has undergone maintenance or hydrostatic testing that includes internal examination, or that has been recharged shall have 'Verification of Service' collar located around the neck of the cylinder. The collar shall contain a single circular piece of uninterrupted material forming a hole of a size that will not permit the collar assembly to move over the neck of the cylinder unless the valve is completely removed. The collar shall not interfere with the operation and actuation of the system cylinder. The 'Verification of Service' collar shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 7.5.2.4.1 The provisions of 7.5.2.4 do not apply to stored pressure system cylinders undergoing maintenance before March 1, 2002. 7.5.2.4.2 Non-stored pressure cylinders such as cartridge cylinders for cartridge-operated systems do not require a 'Verification of Service' collar for the cartridge."

(18) NFPA 18, 2017 Edition, Standard on Wetting Agents Modifications: None

(19) NFPA 18A, 2017 Edition, Standard on Water Additives for Fire Control and Vapor Mitigation Modifications: None

(20) NFPA 20, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 4: 1. Add new paragraphs 4.6.2.3.4 and 4.6.2.3.5 to read as follows: 4.6.2.3.4 "At 150% rated capacity or below, the pump suction supply shall not drop below 20 psi (1.38 bar). 4.6.2.3.5 Suction supply pressure may be lowered upon approval of the authority having jurisdiction."

(21) NFPA 22, 2018 Edition, Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection Modifications: None

(22) NFPA 24, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 4: 1. Delete 4.1.3 (10) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (10) "Size, location, and piping arrangement of fire department connections as approved by the local Fire Chief having jurisdiction as set forth in 501.5 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (b) Modifications to Chapter 13: 1. Delete Section 13.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: "13.1* Private Service Mains. 13.1.1 No pipe smaller than a nominal 8 inches (203 mm) in diameter shall be used to supply more than one hydrant or one hydrant on dead end mains over 500 feet (152 m). 13.1.2 No pipe smaller than a nominal 8 inches (203 mm) in diameter shall be used to supply one hydrant and automatic extinguishing systems. 13.1.3 No pipe smaller than a nominal 8 inches (203 mm) in diameter shall be used to supply more than one hydrant and automatic extinguishing systems on looped mains over 1,000 feet (305 m)." 2. Add the following in Annex A, A13.1: A.13.1 "Pipe sizing should be based upon good engineering practices based on the projected water demand, firefighting capabilities and water supply characteristics. Pipe sizes other than those specified in 13.1 may be acceptable in new or existing installations with the written approval of the authority having jurisdiction."

(23) NFPA 25, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water- Based Fire Protection Systems Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 4: 1. Add a new Subsection 4.3.1.2 to read as follows: 4.3.1.2 "On non-compliant or impaired systems, a copy of the inspection report shall be forwarded to the authority having jurisdiction by the owner and/or the occupant." 2. Delete 4.3.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 4.3.3 "Records shall be maintained by the property owner for a period of at least three years." 3. Delete Section 4.3.5 and replace with the following: 4.3.5 " Subsequent records shall be retained for a period of 3 years after the next inspection of that type required by the standard." 4. Add a new subsection 4.3.6 to read as follows: 4.3.6 "Tagging. 4.3.6.1 Inspection Tag. (a) After inspection and testing, an Inspection Tag shall be completed indicating all work that has been done, and then attached to the system in such a position as to permit convenient inspection and not hamper its activation or operation. A new Inspection Tag shall be attached to each system each time an inspection and test service is performed. (b) Inspection Tags must be GREEN in color having a minimum dimension of 133 mm (5 1/4 inches) in height and 67 mm (2 5/8 inches) in width. (c) Inspection tags shall bear the following information in an easily read format: 1. ' DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.' This particular information shall be in a minimum of 10pt type and in all capital letters. 2. The licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor's name and physical address; 3. The license number of the Fire Sprinkler Contractor; 4. The license number of the fire sprinkler inspector; 5. The licensed fire sprinkler inspector's signature; 6. The day, month and year (to be punched); 7. The facility name and address. (d) Inspection Tags may be printed and established for any period of time. After each printing, a minimum of three sample tags must be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal's office. (e) An Inspection Tag shall only be removed by an authorized representative of a licensed fire sprinkler contractor. (f) Should impairments or noncompliance items be found, the licensed inspector shall notify the building owner or his representative and the authority having jurisdiction in writing of all noncompliance items and/or impairments found. A fire sprinkler system compliance Inspection Tag shall not be installed on each system until the impairments or noncompliance items have been corrected and each system has been re-inspected and found to be in a state of operational readiness. 4.3.6.2 Noncompliance Tag. (a) If a fire sprinkler system is found in noncompliance with the applicable NFPA standards, a completed Noncompliance Tag shall be attached to the main control valve of each system to indicate that corrective action is necessary. (b) Noncompliance Tags must be YELLOW in color having a minimum dimension of 133 mm (5 1/4 inches) in height and 67 mm (2 5/8 inches) in width. (c) Noncompliance Tags shall bear the following information in an easily read format: 1. 'DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL-SYSTEM NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH NFPA STANDARDS.' This particular information shall be in a minimum of 10pt type and in all capital letters. 2. The licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor's name and physical address; 3. The license number of the Fire Sprinkler Contractor; 4. The license number of the fire sprinkler inspector; 5. The licensed fire sprinkler inspector's signature; 6. The day, month and year (to be punched); 7. The noncompliance issue(s); 8. The facility name and address. (d) Noncompliance Tags may be printed and established for any period of time. After each printing, a minimum of three sample tags must be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal's office. (e) The signature of the licensee on a Noncompliance Tag certifies the impairments listed on the label cause the system to be out of compliance with NFPA standards. (f) A Noncompliance Tag shall only be removed by an authorized representative of a licensed fire sprinkler contractor upon re-inspection of the fire sprinkler system. (g) A letter of noncompliance conditions shall be sent to the building owner or authorized representative within five working days of the date of the inspection. 4.3.6.3 Impairment Tag. (a) Should impairments constitute an emergency impairment as defined in this standard, then the inspector shall complete and attach an Impairment Tag to the main control valve of each system and the fire department connection to indicate that corrective action is necessary. (b) Impairment Tags must be RED in color having a minimum dimension of 133 mm (5 1/4 inches) in height and 67 mm (2 5/8 inches) in width. (c) Impairment Tags shall bear the following information in an easily read format: 1. 'DO NOT REMOVE BY ORDER OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL.' This particular information shall be in a minimum of 10pt type and in all capital letters. 2. The licensed Fire Sprinkler Contractor's name and physical address; 3. The license number of the Fire Sprinkler Contractor; 4. The license number of the fire sprinkler inspector; 5. The licensed fire sprinkler inspector's signature; 6. The day, month and year (to be punched); 7. The emergency impairment(s); 8. The facility name and address. (d) Impairment Tags may be printed and established for any period of time. After each printing, a minimum of three sample tags must be forwarded to the State Fire Marshal's office. (e) The signature of the licensee on an Impairment Tag certifies the impairments listed on the label cause the system to be out of compliance with NFPA standards. (f) An Impairment Tag shall only be removed by an authorized representative of a licensed fire sprinkler contractor upon re-inspection of the fire sprinkler system. (g) A letter of emergency impairment conditions shall be sent to the building owner or authorized representative and to the occupant within 24 hours of the time of the inspection. The building owner and/or occupant shall notify the authority having jurisdiction within 24 hours of the time of the impairment notification." (b) Modifications to Chapter 6: 1. Add a new 6.1.1.1.1 to read as follows: 6.1.1.1.1 "In new and existing buildings, the requirements for hose for occupant use are eliminated, subject to the approval of the local Fire Chief or local Fire Code Official having fire suppression jurisdiction."

(24) NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(25) NFPA 30A, Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(26) NFPA 30B, Code for the Manufacture and Storage of Aerosol Products Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(27) NFPA 31, Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(28) NFPA 32, Standard for Drycleaning Plants Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(29) NFPA 33, Standard for Spray Application Using Flammable or Combustible Materials Modifications : (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(30) NFPA 34, Standard for Dipping, Coating and Printing Processes Using Flammable or Combustible Liquids Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(31) NFPA 35, Standard for the Manufacture of Organic Coatings Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(32) NFPA 36, Standard for Solvent Extraction Plants Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(33) NFPA 37, Standard for the Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(34) NFPA 40, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Storage and Handling of Cellulose Nitrate Film Modifications: None

(35) NFPA 45, 2019 Edition, Standard on Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 10: 1. Delete paragraph 10.2.3.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 10.2.3.4 " Emergency shutoff valves for laboratories. In addition to point of use manual shutoff valves required by 10.2.3, each laboratory space containing two or more gas outlets installed on tables, benches, or in hoods in business, educational, healthcare, research, commercial, and industrial occupancies shall have a single valve through which all such gas outlets are supplied. This emergency shutoff valve shall be accessible, located within the laboratory or adjacent to the laboratory's primary egress door, and clearly identified by approved signage stating at the least, 'GAS SHUTOFF' ."

(36) NFPA 51, 2018 Edition, Standard for the Design and Installation of Oxygen-Fuel Gas Systems for Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-13, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(37) NFPA 51B, 2019 Edition, Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-13, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(38) NFPA 52, 2019 Edition, Gaseous Vehicular Fuel Systems Code Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-14, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(39) NFPA 53, 2016 Edition, Materials, Equipment, and Systems Used in Oxygen-Enriched Atmospheres Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.3.1 to read as follows: 1.3.1 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating fire hazards in oxygen-enriched atmospheres. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of the applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(40) NFPA 54, 2018 Edition, National Fuel Gas Code Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-14, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for the adopted edition and any modifications.

(41) NFPA 55 2020 Edition, Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Code Modifications: None

(43) NFPA 56, 2017 Edition, Standard for Fire and Explosion Prevention During Cleaning and Purging of Flammable Gas Piping Systems Modifications: None

(44) NFPA 58, 2017 Edition, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(45) NFPA 59, Utility LP-Gas Plant Code (LNG) Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(46) NFPA 59A, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Production, Storage, and Handling of Liquefied Natural Gas Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-16, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(47) NFPA 61, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Prevention of Fires and Dust Explosions in Agricultural and Food Processing Facilities Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(48) NFPA 68, 2018 Edition, Standard on Explosion Protection by Deflagration Venting Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(49) NFPA 69, 2019 Edition, Standard on Explosion Prevention Systems Modifications: None

(50) NFPA 70, 2020 Edition, National Electrical Code Modifications: (a) Modifications to Article 110, I: 1. Add a new section 110.29 to read as follows: 110.29 "Relocatable Power Tap's (RPT's. Relocatable power taps (RPT's) shall comply with the provisions of 605.4.2 of the International Fire Code (IFC) as adopted by this Chapter."

(51) NFPA 70B, 2019 Edition, Electrical Equipment Maintenance Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows: 1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the effectiveness of electrical equipment within its scope. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(52) NFPA 70E, 2018 Edition, Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces Modifications: (a) Modifications to Article 90 Introduction: 1. Delete 90.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 90.1 "This standard addresses those electrical safety requirements for employee workplaces that are necessary for practical safeguarding of employees in their pursuit of gainful employment. This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating electrical safety requirements for employee workplaces. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards. This standard covers: (a) Electrical conductors and equipment installed within or on buildings or other structures, including mobile homes and recreational vehicles, and other premises such as yards, carnival, parking and other lots, and industrial substations. (b) Conductors that connect the installations to a supply of electricity. (c) Other outside conductors on the premises."

(53) NFPA 72, 2019 Edition, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 1: 1. Delete Section 1.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1.1.1 " Scope. This Code covers the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, supervising station alarm systems, public emergency alarm reporting systems, fire and carbon monoxide detection and warning equipment, and emergency communications systems (ECS), and their components, whether such system or component is required or not. 1.1.1.1 Where the requirements of this Code have technical differences and requirements from those established, as applicable, by Chapter 120-3-20 or 120-3-20A, of the Safety Fire Commissioner's Rules and Regulations for Accessibility to Buildings and Facilities, the technical provisions and requirements of Chapter 120-3-20 and 120-3-20A shall take precedence over the requirements of this Code where applicable." (b) Modifications to Chapter 7: 1. Add a new paragraph (5) to 7.5.3 to read as follows: (5) "For software-based systems, all access codes and passwords to grant access to the software by authorized personnel." (c) Modifications to Chapter 10: 1. Add a new subsection 10.4.7 to read as follows: 10.4.7 "Protection shall not be required in Existing building installations acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction." (d) Modifications to Chapter 17: 1. Add a new subparagraph 17.7.3.1.4 to read as follows: 17.7.3.1.4 "Alternate locations of smoke detectors as allowed by the International Fire Code , or where applicable, the Life Safety Code , and acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction, may be utilized and may be considered to be in compliance with this Code ." (e) Modification to Annex A: 1. Add a new Annex note A.18.4.4.2 to read as follows: A.18.4.4.2 "For example, in critical care patient areas, it is often desirable to not have an audible fire alarm even at reduced private mode levels. Another example would be classrooms for small children in day care or educational occupancies, where verbal communication is vital between caregivers or teachers and children during drills or during an actual fire or other emergency condition. Audible alarms often frighten small children and valuable time may be lost while trying to calm such children. Also, audible alarms at or near locations, where clear communications is required, may present a problem. A school office or a receptionist desk common to various occupancies are examples. An additional example of where an audible fire alarm could be a problem would be high noise level work areas where an audible signal needed to overcome background noise at one time of the day would be excessively loud and potentially dangerous at another time of lower ambient noise. A sudden increase of more than 30 dB over 0.5 seconds is considered to cause sudden and potentially dangerous fright. Each case requires individual consideration by the authority having jurisdiction."

(54) NFPA 75, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment Modifications: None

(55) NFPA 76, 2016 Edition, Standard for Fire Protection of Telecommunications Facilities Modifications: None

(56) NFPA 77, 2019 Edition, Recommended Practice on Static Electricity Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.9 to read as follows: 1.1.9 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating systems or devices installed for the purposes of safeguarding life and/or property against the hazards of static electricity. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(57) NFPA 78, 2020 Edition, Guide on Electrical Inspections (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.4 to read as follows: 1.1.4 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating electrical/electronic equipment, apparatus, or systems of industrial machines within its scope. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards. This standard is not meant to add any requirements not found in the NEC, nor change the intent of the intent of the requirements found in the NEC. If any conflict occurs between this standards and the NEC, the NEC shall control."

(58) NFPA 79, 2019 Edition, Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows: 1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating electrical/electronic equipment, apparatus, or systems of industrial machines within its scope. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards. This standard is not meant to add any requirements not found in the NEC , nor change the intent of the requirements found in the NEC . If any conflict occurs between this standards and the NEC , the NEC shall control."

(59) NFPA 80, 2019 Edition, Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives Modifications: None

(60) NFPA 80A, 2017 Edition, Protection of Buildings from Exterior Fire Exposures Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as follows: 1.1.5 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the exterior fire exposure risks of buildings. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand- alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(61) NFPA 82, 2019 Edition, Standard on Incinerators and Waste and Linen Handling Systems and Equipment Modifications: None

(62) NFPA 85, 2019 Edition, Boiler and Combustion Systems Hazards Code Modifications: None

(63) NFPA 86, 2019 Edition, Standard for Ovens and Furnaces Modifications: None

(64) NFPA 87, 2018 Edition, Standard for Fluid Heaters Modifications: None

(65) NFPA 88A, 2019 Edition, Standard for Parking Structures Modifications: None

(66) NFPA 90A, 2018 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems Modifications: None NOTE: The International Mechanical Code , as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), shall be the applicable code replacing 90A with the exception of its application to Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing homes, assisted living homes or other health care type facilities that are regulated by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall comply with the fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that agency even though codes and standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically included herein. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also apply where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and life safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules and regulations. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE in the International Fire Code adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3.)

(67) NFPA 90B, 2018 Edition , Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air- Conditioning Systems Modifications: None NOTE: The International Mechanical Code , as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), shall be the applicable code replacing 90B with the exception of its application to Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing homes, assisted living communities or other health care type facilities that are regulated by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall comply with the fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that agency even though codes and standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically included herein. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also apply where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and life safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules and regulations. (Refer to Table 102.13, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE in the International Fire Code adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3.)

(68) NFPA 91, 2015 Edition, Standard for Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate Solids Modifications: None

(69) NFPA 92, 2018 Edition, Standard for Smoke Control Systems Modifications: None [Note: Also see 909.2.1 (1) of the International Fire Code ]

(70) NFPA 96, 2017 Edition, Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 1: 1. Delete subsection 1.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1.1.3 "This standard shall apply to all commercial cooking equipment used for commercial cooking operations." 2. Delete subsection 1.1.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1.1.4 "This standard shall not apply to residential cooking equipment located in a single dwelling unit or to cooking equipment in facilities where all of the following are met: (1) Only residential cooking equipment such as: stoves, ranges or cooking surfaces traditionally used in dwelling units are being utilized. (2) The defined residential cooking equipment contains a maximum of four standard surface cooking elements and is not used for frying operations. (3) The defined residential equipment is used for food warming, limited cooking, rehabilitation training or in a home economic education classroom setup. (4) The residential cooking equipment is protected by a listed self-contained residential fire suppression system located in an approved residential hood which is vented directly to the outside and providing protection to each cooking surface The self-contained fire suppression system for the defined residential cooking equipment need not be provided where protection is provided by an approved automatic sprinkler system protecting the cooking surface, subject to approval of the authority having jurisdiction. The self-contained residential fire suppression system shall automatically disconnect electric power to electric stoves, and shut off the gas supply and electric power to gas fueled stoves, provided, however, this provision shall not be retroactive for installations approved prior to the effective adoption date of this standard. (5) The facility is not an assembly occupancy, provided, this shall not apply to church facilities with a single residential stove or range complying with (2) above. (6) Fire Extinguishers are located in all kitchen areas in accordance with NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, and this Code , as adopted with modifications." 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as follows: 1.1.5 "This standard, except for operational and maintenance provisions, shall not apply for conditions existing prior to March 9, 2010, subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction, and where a notarized statement that no frying operations will be performed is provided. This approval shall be void for cause when the authority having jurisdiction finds cooking operations involve frying operations. (See also 1.4.1)" (b) Modification to Chapter 10: 1. Delete subsection 10.2.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 10.2.6 "Automatic fire extinguishing systems shall be installed by competent personnel meeting Chapter 120-3-23, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, licensing and permit requirements. In addition, such systems shall be installed in accordance with the terms of their listing, the manufacturer's instructions, and the following applicable standard(s): (1) NFPA 12, Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems (2) NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems (3) NFPA 17, Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems (4) NFPA 17A, Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems" 2. Add a New Subsection 10.4.4.1 to read as follows: 10.4.4.1 Shut off devices shall be located below any ceiling and be accessible. (c) Modification to Chapter 13: 1. Delete Section 13.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 13.2 " Design Restrictions. All recirculating systems shall comply with the requirements of Section 13.2. Recirculating systems shall be limited to outdoor vending areas or rooms that are fully sprinklered." (d) Add a New Chapter 16: Chapter 16: Mobile and Temporary Cooking Operations 16.1 General Requirements 16.1.1 Annex B shall be adopted as mandatory requirements for mobile and temporary cooking operations. 16.1.2 Cooking equipment used in fixed, mobile, or temporary concessions, such as trucks, buses, trailers, pavilions, tents or any form of roofed enclosure shall comply with this chapter.

(71) NFPA 99, 2018 Edition, Standard for Health Care Facilities Modifications: None NOTE: Hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing homes, or other health care type facilities that are regulated by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shall comply with the fire and life safety rules and regulations imposed by that agency even though codes and standards adopted by that agency may not be specifically included herein. The codes and standards adopted and modified herein shall also apply where applicable and shall be deemed to be the minimum state fire and life safety standards where they are at least as protective as the CMS rules and regulations. (Refer to 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3-.03 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for definitions of "assisted living communities" and "memory care units. Such facilities are regulated, as appropriate by Chapters 34 or 35 of the Life Safety Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.)

(72) NFPA 99B, 2018 Edition, Standard for Hypobaric Facilities Modifications: None

(73) NFPA 101, 2018 Edition, Life Safety Code Modifications: The 2018 Edition of the Life Safety Code is adopted with modifications so as to be applicable to proposed (new) and existing buildings and structures. Unless noted otherwise herein, operational provisions such as fire drills, emergency egress and relocation drills, development of fire or emergency plans, and regulation of decorations and contents of building and structures of the various provisions of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code shall not be applicable to proposed (new) or existing buildings, structures, facilities, or conditions. The operational provisions of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner shall apply to proposed (new) and existing buildings, structures, facilities, and conditions, unless such provisions are less protective than or are in conflict with the rules and regulations of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as they apply to health care related occupancies. (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Delete paragraph (1) of subsection 1.1.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (1) "General fire prevention or building construction features are normally a function of fire prevention codes and building codes. The International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and the International Building Code ( IBC ), as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, are applicable, and their use along with other codes and standards shall be coordinated with this Code , as set forth in 1.4.4 and Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE 2. Add a new subsection 1.4.4 to read as follows: 1.4.4 " Code Coordination. This Code shall apply to all proposed (new) and existing buildings, structures and facilities, except as herein provided, and shall be utilized in conjunction with the IBC , the IFC , the IMC, and the IFGC, to the degree provided in Table 102.13 CODES REFERENCE GUIDE . 1.4.4.1 This Code does not apply to one- and two-family dwellings or one-and two-family row houses (townhouses) separated by a 2-hour firewall, except as specified in Chapters 26, 30 and 31." Table 102.13: CODES REFERENCE GUIDE Area Primary Supplement Occupancy Classification LSC IBC Building Construction Types including allowable height, allowable building areas, and the requirements for sprinkler protection related to minimum building construction types. IBC LSC Means of Egress LSC NONE Standpipes IBC IFC Interior Finish LSC NONE HVAC Systems IMC NONE Vertical Openings LSC NONE Sprinkler Systems minimum LSC NONE Fire Alarm Systems LSC NONE Smoke alarms & Smoke Detection Systems State Statute & LSC NONE Cooking Equipment LSC & NFPA 96 NONE Portable Fire Extinguishers IFC NONE Fuel Fired Appliances IFGC NFPA 54 Liquid Petroleum Gas NFPA 58 NFPA 54 Compressed Natural Gas NFPA 52 NONE (b) Modification to Chapter 3: [Note: Refer to 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for modified or special definitions that apply to this Code , unless otherwise advised by the various chapters of this Code .] (c) Modification to Chapter 4: 1. Delete Section 4.7 and 4.8 in their entirety (4.7.1 through 4.8.2.3) and substitute in their place the following: "SECTION 4.7 Fire Safety and Evacuation Plans and Emergency Evacuation Drills. 4.7.1 Fire Safety and Evacuation Plans. Fire safety and evacuation plans shall be developed, made available, and maintained in various occupancies as required by Section 404 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 4.7.1.1 Resources for Development of Fire Safety and Evacuation Plans. The provisions of A.4.7, A.4.7.2, A.4.7.4, A.4.7.6, A.4.8.2.1, and Table A.4.8.2.1(3), and as applicable, A.12.7.6, A.12.7.7, A.12.7.7.3, A.13.7.6, A.13.7.7, A.14.7.2.1, A.15.7.2.1, A.16.7.1, A.16.7.2.1, A.17.7.1, A.18.7, A.18.7.2.1, A.19.7, A.19.7.2.1, A.20.7, A.20.7.2.1, A.21.7, A.21.7.2.1, A.22.7.1.3, A.23.7.1.3, A.28.7.1.1, and A.29.7.1.1 of this Code shall be deemed acceptable resources for use in the development of fire safety and evacuation plans required by the International Fire Code, as set forth by the provisions of 4.7.1 of this Code . 4.7.2 Emergency Evacuation Drills. Emergency evacuation drills shall be conducted in various occupancies as required by Section 405 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 4.7.3 Employee Training and Response Procedures. Employees in various occupancies shall be trained in fire emergency procedures and evacuation procedures as required by Section 406 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (d) Modifications to Chapter 6: 1. Delete subparagraph 6.1.14.4.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 6.1.14.4.1 "Where separated occupancies are provided, each part of the building comprising a distinct occupancy as described in this chapter, shall be completely separated from other occupancies by fire resistive assemblies as specified in 6.1.14.4.2, and in Section 508 of the International Building Code , adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, as applicable to "separated occupancies", unless separation is provided by approved existing separations." 2. Delete subparagraph 6.1.14.4.3 in its entirety without substitution. 3. Delete Table 6.1.14.4.1(a) in its entirety without substitution. 4. Delete Table 6.1.14.4.1(b) in its entirety without substitution. (e) Modifications to Chapter 7: 1. Add a new item (8) to subparagraph 7.2.1.4.1 to read as follows: (8) " For conditions or circumstances not covered herein, vertical fire shutters, roll down fire doors, or similar assemblies shall not be installed in means of egress, except where expressly permitted due to special hazards or circumstances by other chapters of this Code , or by approval of the Office of the State Fire Marshal for buildings coming under O.C.G.A. 25-2-13 , or by the fire authority having jurisdiction over other buildings." 2. Add a new subparagraph 7.2.1.8.2.1 to read as follows: 7.2.1.8.2.1 "Where fire doors are used within the means of egress, they shall comply with the applicable provisions of 7.2.1. Spring loaded hinges or spring operated self-closing devices not listed for use with rated fire door assemblies are prohibited for use as closing devices for fire rated doors. 7.2.1.8.2.1.1 Existing applications utilizing spring loaded hinges in existing buildings may be continued in use where acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. 7.2.1.8.2.1.2 Spring loaded hinges or spring operated self-closing devices shall not be permitted for use on fire-rated smoke doors, provided, however, spring loaded hinges may be used on non-rated doors designed and installed to resist the passage of smoke, unless otherwise specified in Chapters 11 through 43. 7.2.1.8.2.1.3 Existing installations in existing buildings of spring loaded hinges on fire-rated smoke doors may be continued in use where acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction." 3. 3. Revise 7.2.2.2.1.1 (1) to read as follows. (1) New stairs shall be in accordance with Table 7.2.2.2.1.1(a) and 7.2.2.2.1.2 and the following shall apply: (a) Risers shall be solid 4. Revise 7.2.2.2.1.1 (3) to read as follows. (3) Approved existing stairs shall be permitted to be rebuilt in accordance with the following: (a) Dimensional criteria of table 7.2.2.2.1.1 (b) (b) Other stair requirements of 7.2.2 (c) Risers shall be solid 5. Add a new subparagraph 7.2.3.10.3 to read as follows: 7.2.3.10.3 " Deactivation of Mechanical Pressurization Systems. The design of pressurization systems shall ensure that smoke is not introduced into the pressurized enclosure so as to result in the untenable contamination of the fresh air. Approved smoke detectors shall be installed at each intake in such approved manner that the operation of the fan providing mechanical pressurization to the enclosure where smoke is detected shall be deactivated upon detection of smoke." 6. Add a new paragraph 7.3.1.2.1 to read as follows: 7.3.1.2.1 "Where substantial evidence and documentation is provided, the authority having jurisdiction may decrease the occupant load for some occupancy use areas. The determined occupant load capacity shall be posted at an obvious location indicating the total occupant load capacity." 7. Add to Table 7.3.1.2 entitled "Occupant Load Factor" the additional use areas to read as follows: "Locker Rooms 15 (1.4) Free Weight Rooms 20 (1.9) Running Tracks 50 (4.7) Art Museums 30 (2.8) Pool Halls 75 (6.9) Multi-Purpose room 7 (0.65) Airport terminals: Concourse 100 (9.3) Waiting area 15 (1.4) Baggage Claim 20 (1.9) Baggage Handling 300 (27.9)" 8. Add a new subparagraph 7.4.1.1.1 to read as follows: 7.4.1.1.1 "Egress stairways from mezzanines shall conform to the requirements of Chapter 7 of this Code . They may be open to the floor of the room in which they are located provided all of the following conditions are met: (1) The space beneath the mezzanine is totally open and unencumbered by partitioned rooms or spaces. The space beneath the mezzanine may be enclosed provided the enclosed space is protected throughout with a smoke detection system installed in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code , which sounds an alarm in the mezzanine. (2) The travel distance from the most remote point on the floor of the mezzanine to the building exit or to a protected egress corridor, exit court, horizontal passageway, enclosed stair, or exterior exit balcony does not exceed the travel distance limitations of Chapters 11 through 42. (3) The occupant load of the mezzanine is added to the occupant load of the story or room in which it is located for the purposes of determining the minimum egress requirements. (4) The mezzanine in not occupied for sleeping purposes unless there are exterior windows accessible to the mezzanine and located not more than two stories above grade." 9. Add a new paragraph 7.7.1.5 to subsection 7.7.1 to read as follows: 7.7.1.5 "Where the exit discharge termination cannot be at a public way, or the authority having jurisdiction determines it to be a significant hardship to provide the termination at a public way, the authority having jurisdiction may approve the exit discharge termination to be a safe dispersal area that complies with the following: (1) The area shall be of an area that accommodates at the least 5 square feet (0.46 m²) for each person calculated to be served by the exit(s) for which the dispersal area is provided. (2) The dispersal area shall be located on the same lot at least 50 feet (15240 mm) away from the building requiring egress. A greater distance may be required by the authority having jurisdiction based on the evaluated fire severity or other risk from the building requiring egress.) (3) The area shall be clearly identified and permanently maintained as a safe dispersal area. (4) The area shall be provided with a clearly identified and unobstructed exit discharge route, and comply with the applicable provisions of 7.1.6 of this Code . (5) The exit discharge route and the dispersal area shall be illuminated by normal and emergency lighting, where the building requiring egress is occupied during periods of darkness." 10. Add a new subsection 7.7.7 to read as follows: 7.7.7 "Discharge from exits into fenced or walled courtyards or yards. 7.7.7.1 For occupancies covered by Chapters 14, 15, 16, 17, 32 and 33, exits shall be permitted to discharge into fenced or walled courtyards or yards, provided the courtyard or yard is provided with a gate at least 32 inches (0.81 m) in clear width. Where the population served exceeds 50, two gates shall be provided. There shall be adequate exit capacity provided for the population served. The requirements of 7.4.1.2 shall apply. Gates are permitted to be locked if adequate provisions are made for the rapid removal of occupants by means such as remote control of locks, keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all times, or other such reliable means available to the staff at all times that is approved by the authority having jurisdiction. Only one locking device shall be permitted on each gate. 7.7.7.2 The provisions of 7.7.7.1 shall not be construed as prohibiting the use of fenced or walled courtyards as components of the discharge of exits as set forth in Chapters 22 and 23. 7.7.7.3 The provisions of 7.7.7.1 may be applied, as approved by the authority having jurisdiction, to an "Assisted Living Community" or "Memory Care Unit" as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 7.7.7.4 The provisions of various occupancy chapters dealing with a "lock-up", as defined in 3.3.164, shall not be construed as applying to the exit discharge provisions of 7.7.7.1, provided, however, exits from approved lock-ups may discharge into fenced or walled areas complying with the provisions of Chapter 22 or 23 as may be applicable, and as approved by the authority having jurisdiction." (f) Modification to Chapter 8: 1. Delete paragraph 8.2.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 8.2.1.2 "The International Building Code ( IBC ) as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) shall be used to determine the requirements for the construction classification." 2. Add a new subparagraph 8.2.1.2.1 and Table 8.2.1.2.1 to read as follows: 8.2.1.2.1 " Construction Conversion Table . The table noted herein provides a comparison of acceptable construction types as defined in NFPA Standard 220 and the International Building Code ( IBC )." Table 8.2.1.2.1 Conversion Table for the IBC and NFPA 220 Construction Types NF PA 220 Type I (443) Type I (332) Type II (222) Type II (111) Type II (000) Type III (211) Type III (200) Type IV (2 HH) Type V (111) Type V (000) IBC

IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB 3. Add a new to sub-paragraph 8.2.2.2.1 to read as follows: 8.2.2.2.1 "Fire barriers/walls required for tenant separation by the IBC may terminate at exit access corridors with a lower fire rating including a non-rated smoke resistive barrier, if such barriers are allowed by the requirements for the protection rating of exit access corridors." 4. Delete paragraph 8.2.2.5 and replace with a new paragraph 8.2.2.5 8.2.2.5 Fire and/or Smoke Barrier Identification. All fire and/or smoke barriers or walls shall be effectively and permanently identified with signs or stenciling above a decorative ceiling and/or in concealed spaces with letters a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm) high on a contrasting background spaced a maximum of 12 feet (3.7 m) on center with a minimum of one per wall or barrier. The hourly rating shall be included on all rated barriers or walls. Wording shall be similar to the following: '(4)' Hour Fire and Smoke Barrier-Protect All Openings. Where signs are utilized, they shall be designed and installed to resist peeling of detaching from the barrier. Other methods acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction shall be deemed approved. 8.2.2.5.1 Existing stenciling, acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction, shall be permitted to remain in use. Existing signs that are not peeling or detaching from the barrier shall be permitted to remain in use, subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction. 5. Add a new paragraph 8.3.1.2.1 to read follows: 8.3.1.2.1 2-hour fire barriers shall occur at the junction of new and existing construction when the existing construction does not meet the minimum requirements of the code for existing facilities. Such barriers shall not be extended into the new construction. 6. Add a new 8.3.3.6.12 to read as follows: 8.3.3.6.12 Tested and listed fire-rated glazing material installed in separately tested fire-rated frame assemblies not tested in a single unit with fire-rated glazing material may be permitted to be used subject to approval of the authority having jurisdiction in fire-rated barriers that are not part of an exit enclosure or enclosures around unsprinklered hazardous areas not containing flammable liquids or gases, combustible liquids, or other materials having the potential for rapid oxidation or explosion potential. 7. Delete 8.7.3.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 8.7.3.1 The use, handling and storage of flammable or combustible liquids, flammable gases, or other materials deemed hazardous to the safety of life shall be in accordance with the applicable provisions of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3, of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, or in accordance with the applicable codes or standards adopted by other Chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire (g) Modification to Chapter 9: 1. Delete 9.1.1 in its entirety and insert in its place the following: 9.1.1 "Gas. Equipment using gas and related gas piping shall be in accordance with the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) , NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code, or NFPA 58, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code , as may be applicable and as adopted by the applicable Chapters of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (Refer to Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE . Existing installations, subject to approval of the authority having jurisdiction, shall be permitted to be continued in service." 2. Add a new paragraph 9.1.1.1 to read as follows: 9.1.1.1 Where fuel gases are used in new buildings and facilities in Chapters 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40 and 42 fuel gases detection and warning equipment shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 715 Standard for the Installation of Fuel Gases Detection and Warning Equipment as adopted in Rules and Regulations of the safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3. 3. Add a new paragraph 9.1.1.2 to read as follows: 9.1.1.2 Where fuel gas equipment is replaced or installed new in existing buildings and facilities in Chapters 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 26, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37, 39, 40 and 42 fuel gases detection and warning equipment shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 715 Standard for the Installation of Fuel Gases Detection and Warning Equipment as adopted in Rules and Regulations of the safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3. 4. Delete 9.2.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 9.2.1 "Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilating, Ductwork, and Related Equipment. Air conditioning, heating, ventilating ductwork, and related equipment shall be in accordance with the International Mechanical Code (IMC) , as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. (Refer to Table 1.4.4 , CODES REFERENCE GUIDE )" 5. Delete section 9.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 9.3.1 " General. Smoke control systems, where required or permitted by Chapters 11 through 42, shall be designed, installed, tested, and maintained in conformance with Section 909 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 6. Add a new subsection 9.3.2 to read as follows: 9.3.2 "Detention, holding or processing cell(s) which are used for the containment of an individual for not more than two hours in a 12-hour period shall not be required to be provided with vent openings, smoke shafts, or an engineered smoke control system to provide ventilation provided each cell is monitored by closed circuit television or dedicated personnel located outside the holding area and which have visual supervision of the cell(s)." 7. Delete subsection 9.4.2.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 9.4.2.1 "New elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, and moving walks shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of ANSI/ASME A17.1, Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators. The elevator lobby of the designated floor and the alternate floor specified by Rule 211.3(a), and determined by the Fire Chief of the fire department having emergency response jurisdiction, shall be separated from the remainder of the building by 1-hour fire-rated construction. In buildings equipped with automatic sprinkler protection, smoke partitions in accordance with Section 8.4 may be used in lieu of 1-hour fire rated construction. Except health care occupancies as approved by the AHJ, openings in the elevator lobby shall be limited to those required for access to the elevators from exit access corridors or exits only. Elevator lobbies may be used as part of the means of egress from the building. Exception No. 1: Elevator lobbies are not required within an atrium. Exception No. 2: Elevator lobbies are not required where elevators are installed on open exterior walls. Exception No. 3: Elevator lobbies are not required where elevators are installed in open air parking structures. Exception No 4: Elevator lobbies are not required in buildings three stories or less with vertical openings protected in accordance with the applicable occupancy chapter. Exception No 5: Elevator lobbies are not required in mercantile occupancies that have properly protected openings for escalators or stairs. Exception No 6: Existing installations acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction." 8. Add a new subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.1 to read as follows: 9.6.2.10.8.1 "Existing battery-powered smoke alarms as permitted by other sections of this Code shall be permitted to remain in use provided the following criteria are met: 1. The device is no older than 10 years of the manufactures date on the device; and, 2. The device is installed in a facility that was legally permitted before July 1, 1987, as a residential occupancy; and, 3. The facility has demonstrated to the authority having jurisdiction that the testing, maintenance, and battery replacement program will ensure reliability of power to the smoke alarms, 9. Add a new subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.2 to read as follows: 9.6.2.10.8.2 "Existing battery-powered smoke alarms as permitted by other sections of this Code and which meet the provisions of subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.1 shall be replaced with smoke alarms whose device housing is tamper resistant and is powered by a non-replaceable, non-removable energy source capable of powering the alarm for a minimum of ten years from the manufacture's date on the device when any of the following apply: 1. The device is replaced for any reason; or, 2. The provisions of subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.1 or not met; or, 3. There is no manufactures date that exist on the device; or, 4. The device does not meet all of the provisions of subparagraph 9.6.2.10.8.1. 10. Delete 9.6.3.6.3 and its place substitute the following: 9.6.3.6.3 "Where occupants are incapable of evacuating themselves because of age, dependence on verbal communication with caregivers, physical or mental disabilities, or physical restraint, the private operating mode as described in NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code , shall be permitted to be used. Only attendants, caregivers, and other personnel that are required to relocate or assist in the relocation occupants from a zone, area, floor, or building shall be required to be notified. The notification shall include means to readily identify the zone, area, floor, or building in need of evacuation. Where approved by the authority having jurisdiction, the requirements for audible signaling shall be permitted to be further reduced or eliminated when visible signaling is provided in accordance with NFPA 72. 11. Add an Annex Note to 9.6.3.6.3 to read as follows: A.9.6.3.6.3 "For example, in critical care patient areas, it is often desirable to not have an audible fire alarm even at reduced private mode levels. Another example would be classrooms for small children in day care or educational occupancies, where verbal communication is vital between caregivers or teachers and children during drills or during an actual fire or other emergency condition. Audible alarms often frighten small children and valuable time may be lost while trying to calm such children. Also, audible alarms at or near locations where clear communications is required may present a problem. A school office or a receptionist desk common to various occupancies are examples. An additional example of where an audible fire alarm could be a problem would be high noise level work areas where an audible signal needed to overcome background noise at one time of the day would be excessively loud and potentially dangerous at another time of lower ambient noise. A sudden increase of more than 30 dB over 0.5 seconds is considered to cause sudden and potentially dangerous fright. Each case requires individual consideration by the authority having jurisdiction." 12. Add a new subparagraph 9.7.1.1.1 to read as follows: 9.7.1.1.1 "NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height s, shall be permitted for use as specifically referenced in Chapters 24 through 33 of this Code . This standard shall also be permitted for the design and installation of automatic sprinkler systems in personal care homes, community living arrangements, day-care centers, and day-care homes in buildings up to and including four stories. When a single-story open-air parking structure of fire- restrictive construction is below a four-story residential occupancy the structure is considered within this scope. NFPA 13R automatic sprinkler systems shall not be permitted in assisted living communities or memory care units, as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, unless authorized by the State Fire Marshal's Office." 13. Add a new subparagraph 9.7.2.1.3 9.7.2.1.3 Where approved by the authority having jurisdiction valves on the exterior of buildings are permitted to be supervised by one of the following methods: (1) Valves locked in the correct position and inspected weekly as part of an approved procedure. (2) Valves located in a fenced enclosure under the control of the owner, sealed in the open position, and inspected weekly as part of an approved procedure. 9.7.2.1.3.1 Records shall be made for all inspections required by 9.7.2.1.3 (1) and (2) and shall be made available to the authority having jurisdiction upon request. These records shall be maintained for a period of 3 years. 9.7.2.1.3.2 The valve supervision methods described in 9.7.3.1.3 shall not apply to hospitals, hospices, ambulatory surgical centers, nursing homes, assisted living communities, assisted living homes, memory care units or other health care type occupancies or facilities that are regulated by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). 14. Delete paragraph 9.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 9.9 "Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed in all buildings, structures and facilities as set forth in this Code and as established in 906.1 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (Refer to Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE ) 15. Delete paragraph 9.10 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 9.10 "Where required by either the provisions of another section of this Code , the International Building Code ( IBC ) as adopted by the Department of Community Affairs or the International Fire Code (IFC) as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, standpipe and hose systems shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems. Where standpipe and hose systems are installed in combination with automatic sprinkler systems, installation shall be in accordance with the appropriate provisions established by NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems , and NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems." (h) Modifications to Chapter 10: 1. Delete SECTION 10.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: SECTION 10.3 " Decorations and Furnishings . 10.3.1 The use of decorative materials (vegetative and non-vegetative), as defined in Chapter 2 of the International Fire Code , and furnishings in proposed (new) and existing buildings shall be regulated as set forth by Sections 805, 806, 807, and 808 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (i) Modifications to Chapter 11: 1. Delete subsection 11.1.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.1.6 " Minimum Construction requirements. The minimum construction requirements for the location of occupants of health care and ambulatory health care occupancies shall be as specified in accordance with the applicable occupancy chapter." 2. Delete paragraph 11.3.3.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.3.3.5 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all enclosed and normally occupied towers in accordance with 9.9 of this Code ." 3. Add a new item (4) to paragraph 11.7.3.4 to read follows: (4) "This requirement shall not apply to existing windowless or underground structures, excluding Chapter 15, with an occupant load of 100 or fewer persons in the windowless or underground portions of the structure." 4. Delete subsection 11.8.2.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.8.2.3 " Smoke Proof Enclosures . High-rise buildings shall be provided with smoke proof exit enclosures in accordance with 7.2.3." 5. Add a new paragraph 11.8.3.3 to read as follows: 11.8.3.3 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all high- rise buildings in accordance with 9.9." 6. Add a new subsection 11.9.6 to read as follows: "11.9.6 Extinguishing Equipment: 11.9.6.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all permanent membrane structures in accordance with 9.9." 7. Delete subsection 11.10.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: "11.10.3 Extinguishing Equipment. 11.10.3.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers . Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all temporary membrane structures in accordance with 9.9." 8. Delete subsection 11.11 Tents and all subsections thereunder in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 11.11.5.1 Tents. Tents shall comply with all applicable requirements of Chapter 31 of the International Fire Code as adopted in the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3." (j) Modification to Chapter 12: 1. Add a new subparagraph 12.1.1.2.1 to read as follows: 12.1.1.2.1 "Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(1)(F), (G) and G.1) and 25-2-14(c), "Racetracks, stadiums, grandstands, theaters, auditoriums, restaurants, bars, lounges, nightclubs, dance halls, recreation halls and other places of public assembly having an occupant load of 300 or more, except that the occupant load shall be 100 or more persons where alcoholic beverages are served, shall have a certificate of occupancy issued by the appropriate authority having jurisdiction. For churches the occupant load requirement is 500 or more persons in a common area or having an occupant load greater than 1,000 persons based on the total occupant load of the building or structure." 2. Reserved. 3. Add a new paragraph 12.3.5.5 to read as follows: 12.3.5.5 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all assembly occupancies in accordance with 9.9" 4. Add a note following Table 12.4.2.3 to read as follows: "Note: See 12.4.2.6 for factors A, B and C in Tables 12.4.2.3 and 12.4.2.4.". 5. Delete paragraph 12.4.6.11 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 12.4.6.11 " Scenery, Decorations, and Furnishings. Combustible decorations and scenery of cloth, film, foam plastic, vegetation, and similar materials shall meet the applicable provisions of 805, 806, 807, and 808 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as set forth in SECTION 10-3 of this Code. Scenery and stage properties not separated from the audience by proscenium openings shall be either noncombustible or limited-combustible." 6. Add a new subparagraph 12.4.8.9 to read as follows: 12.4.8.9 "Special amusement buildings not open to the public in excess of 45 days in a twelve month period shall be permitted, provided all of the following conditions are met: 1. Portable fire extinguishers with a minimum of a 2A:10B:C rating are placed within 25 feet of each activity or viewing station, so as to be readily accessible and visible to staff; 2. A smoke detection system is placed throughout the facility with a smoke detector located at each activity or viewing station and located throughout corridors and halls not to exceed a spacing more than 15 feet (4.6 m) from a wall or more than 30 feet (9.1 m) on center. Where there is no ceiling or cover over activity or viewing stations, or over exit access routes, other than the standard ceiling, smoke detectors shall be placed so that their area of coverage does not exceed the approval listing of the detectors; 3. Emergency lighting shall be provided which will cause illumination of the means of egress upon loss of power to lighting circuits for the means of egress routes serving the special amusement building. In addition, all staff shall be provided with flashlights; 4. Personnel dedicated for the sole purpose of performing fire watch duties as defined in Chapter 2 of the International Fire Code and as be deemed necessary for specific circumstances by the authority having jurisdiction, shall be provided in such numbers to ensure the entire special amusement space is surveyed at least every 30 minutes starting 30 minutes prior to public occupancy. Such personnel shall be provided with a direct communication device for communication with all viewing or activity stations throughout the facility. In addition such personnel shall be provided with appropriate training for the operation of portable fire extinguishing equipment; 5. Communication to the responding fire department or emergency dispatch center is available from the facility (a regular telephone or at least two cell phones are acceptable); 6. "NO SMOKING" signs shall be posted at entrances to the building. Receptacles for the discard of smoking material shall be located a minimum of 15 feet (9.1 m) from the structure and shall be clearly identified by applicable signage; 7. Documentation of fire watch tours required by item 4 above is maintained. The documentation, at the minimum, shall note the time when the tour was conducted the name of personnel conducting the tour, and information about any hazards identified and actions taken to remove such hazards. Such documentation shall be readily available to the code official upon request. 8. Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2 shall be Class A throughout." 7. Delete subsection 12.7.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 12.7.3 " Open Flame and Pyrotechnics. No open flame devices or pyrotechnic devices shall be used in any assembly occupancy, unless otherwise provided by 12.7.3.1 through 12.7.3.4. 12.7.3.1 As set forth in the exceptions to 308.3 of the IFC , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 12.7.3.2 This requirement shall not apply to heat-producing equipment complying with 9.2.2. 12.7.3.3 This requirement shall not apply to food service operations in accordance with 13.7.1. 12.7.3.4 Gas lights shall be permitted to be used, provided that precautions subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any combustible materials." 8. Delete subsection 12.7.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 12.7.4 " Scenery, Decorations, and Furnishings . Combustible decorations, curtains, draperies, similar furnishings, and scenery of cloth, film, foam plastic, vegetation, and similar materials shall meet the applicable provisions of 805, 806, 807, and 808 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as set forth in SECTION 10-3 of this Code . The authority having jurisdiction shall impose additional controls, as he or she deems necessary, on the quantity and arrangement of combustible contents in assembly occupancies to provide an adequate level of safety to life from fire. (Refer to the definition for "decorative materials" in Chapter 2 of the International Fire Code ." 9. Delete section 12.7.5.4 and subsections 12.7.5.4.1 through 12.7.5.4.4 and substitute in its place the following: 12.7.5.4 " Vehicles . Vehicles on display indoors or within an exhibition facility shall comply with 2018 International Fire Code Section 314.4 as adopted in rules and regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3.? 10. Delete subsection 12.7.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 12.7.6 " Crowd Managers. Crowd managers shall be provided as required by 403.12.3 of the IFC , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 11. Delete subsection 12.7.13 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 12.7.13 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Assembly occupancies (Group A) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (k) Modification to Chapter 13: 1. Add a new subparagraph 13.3.5.1.1 to read as follows: 13.3.5.1.1 "The provisions of 13.3.5.1 shall not apply to locations that were approved for occupancy prior to the adoption of the 2012 edition of the Life Safety Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, adopted 1/1/2014, and provided the conditions approved have not been modified without subsequent required review and approval by the authority having jurisdiction, and provided the provisions of 13.1.1.4 and 13.1.1.5 of this Code , as applicable, and the provisions of Section 103 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and as applicable to existing buildings are met." 2. Add a new paragraph 13.3.5.5 to read as follows: 13.3.5.5 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all assembly occupancies in accordance with 9.9." 3. Add a note following Table 13.4.2.3 to read as follows: "Note: See 12.4.2.6 for factors A, B and C in Tables 13.4.2.3 and 13.4.2.4.1." 4. Add a new paragraph 13.4.8.9 to read as follows: 13.4.8.9 "Special amusement buildings not open to the public in excess of 45 days in a twelve month period shall be permitted, provided all of the following conditions are met: 1. Portable fire extinguishers with a minimum of a 2A:10B:C rating are placed within 25 feet of each activity or viewing station, so as to be readily accessible and visible to staff; 2. A smoke detection system is placed throughout the facility with a smoke detector located at each activity or viewing station and located throughout corridors and halls not to exceed a spacing more than 15 feet (4.6 m) from a wall or more than 30 feet (9.1 m) on center. Where there is no ceiling or cover over activity or viewing stations, or over exit access routes, other than the standard ceiling, smoke detectors shall be placed so that their area of coverage does not exceed the approval listing of the detectors; 3. Emergency lighting shall be provided which will cause illumination of the means of egress upon loss of power to lighting circuits for the means of egress routes serving the special amusement building. In addition, all staff shall be provided with flashlights; 4. Personnel dedicated for the sole purpose of performing fire watch duties as defined in Chapter 2 of the International Fire Code and as be deemed necessary for specific circumstances by the authority having jurisdiction, shall be provided in such numbers to ensure the entire special amusement space is surveyed at least every 30 minutes starting 30 minutes prior to public occupancy. Such personnel shall be provided with a direct communication device for communication with all viewing or activity stations throughout the facility. In addition such personnel shall be provided with appropriate training for the operation of portable fire extinguishing equipment; 5. Communication to the responding fire department or emergency dispatch center is available from the facility (a regular telephone or at least two cell phones are acceptable); 6. "NO SMOKING" signs shall be posted at entrances to the building. Receptacles for the discard of smoking material shall be located a minimum of 15 feet (9.1 m) from the structure and shall be clearly identified by applicable signage; 7. Documentation of fire watch tours required by item 4 above is maintained. The documentation, at the minimum, shall note the time when the tour was conducted the name of personnel conducting the tour, and information about any hazards identified and actions taken to remove such hazards. Such documentation shall be readily available to the code official upon request. 8. Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2 shall be Class A throughout." 5. Delete subsection 13.7.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 13.7.3 " Open Flame and Pyrotechnics. No open flame devices or pyrotechnic devices shall be used in any assembly occupancy. 13.7.3.1 This requirement shall not apply as set forth in the exceptions to 308.3.1 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 13.7.3.2 This requirement shall not apply to heat-producing equipment complying with 9.2.2. 13.7.3.3 This requirement shall not apply to food service operations in accordance with 13.7.2. 13.7.3.4 Gas lights shall be permitted to be used, provided that precautions subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction are taken to prevent ignition of any combustible materials." 6. Delete section 13.7.5.4 and subsections 13.7.5.4.1 through 13.7.5.4.4 and substitute in its place the following: 13.7.5.4 " Vehicle. Vehicles on display indoors or within an exhibition facility shall comply with 2018 International Fire Code Section 314.4 as adopted in rules and regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3." 7. Delete subsection 13.7.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 13.7.6 " Crowd Managers. Crowd managers shall be provided as required by 403.12.3 of the IFC , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 8. Delete subsection 13.7.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 13.7.7 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Assembly occupancies (Group A) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (l) Modifications to Chapter 14: 1. Add a new paragraph 14.1.1.6 to read as follows: 14.1.1.6 " Mobile/Portable Classrooms . Each mobile/portable classroom shall not be occupied until the required Certificate of Occupancy has been authorized by the State Fire Marshal's Office, the proper local fire marshal, state inspector, or others authorized by O.C.G.A. Section 25-2-12 ." (a). For the purposes of this code the term mobile/portable classroom shall also include relocatable buildings. 2. Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.6.1 to read as follows: 14.1.1.6.1 " Classification. Mobile/portable classroom structures, as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner shall also be classified as Group E - Educational occupancies and shall comply with the provisions of this section and other sections applicable to Group E - Educational occupancies, except as may be provided otherwise elsewhere in this Code or in Chapter 120-3-3, of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 3. Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.6.2 to read as follows: 14.1.1.6.2 "Plans and specifications for proposed (new) mobile/portable classrooms shall be submitted to and receive approval by either the State Fire Marshal's Office, the proper local fire marshal, state inspector, or others authorized by O.C.G.A. 25-2-12 prior to construction. A Georgia registered architect or engineer must place his or her seal on the plans submitted. Submitted plans must include a site plan that is drawn to scale and showing clearances from other mobile/portable classroom structures and other structures. Such site plan shall also show the exit discharge route(s) to a public way in accordance with this Code , or where such is not possible, to an approved area of refuge." 4. Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.6.3 to read as follows: 14.1.1.6.3 "Proposed (new) mobile/portable classrooms shall comply with the various provisions of this Code applying to classrooms in educational occupancies (Group E - Educational), unless otherwise specified." 5. Add a new subparagraph 14.1.1.5.4 to read as follows: 14.1.1.6.4 "Locating Mobile/Portable Classroom Structures. Mobile/portable classrooms shall not be installed within 30 feet (9.1 m) of any exposed building or structure, or within 30 feet (9.1 m) of another exposed mobile/portable classroom unit. The mobile/portable classroom unit shall not be connected to any other unit, or to other buildings or structures by a canopy of combustible construction. The distance between a mobile/portable classroom unit and an exposed building or structure, that is totally protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system, may be reduced to 10 feet (3.05 m), provided, the exposed exterior wall is of noncombustible construction, and there are no windows or doors in the exposed wall of the building within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the mobile/portable classroom unit. The distance may be reduced to 0 feet if the exposed wall is of noncombustible construction having a certified fire resistance rating of at least 2-hours and without openings within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the exposing mobile/portable classroom unit." 6. Add a new paragraph 14.2.1.4.1, to read as follows: 14.2.1.4.1 "The provisions of 14.2.1.2 and 14.2.1.3 shall not apply to educational facilities that meet the requirements of 16.1.6." 7. Add a new subparagraph 14.2.2.2.2.1 to read as follows: 14.2.2.2.2.1 "Doors serving as exits from mobile/portable classrooms shall not be less than 32 inches (0.91 m) in clear width, swing outward with exit travel onto landings at least 4 feet by 4 feet (1.2 m by 1.2 m), and have steps and/or ramps complying with applicable provisions of this Code . This includes guardrails and graspable handrails. Steps and ramps serving fewer than 50 persons may be 36 inches (0.91m) in clear width." 8. Add a new paragraph (5) to 14.2.11.1.1 1 to read as follows: (5) "Windows may open onto a court or an enclosed court provided all of the following criteria are met: (a) The court shall be of sufficient width such that persons exiting through the courtyard will be at a minimum dimension not less than 10 feet (3 m) from any portion of the building that could present an exposure condition to a fire. (b) The court has exits directly to the exterior of the building through an exit passageway that is separated out from all other parts of the building by 2-hour fire-rated construction. No space other than exit corridors protected by 'B' labeled 11/2-hour fire doors, whether normally occupied or not, shall open onto this required exit passageway. (c) The exit capacity for the exit passageway shall be of sufficient width for the corridors connected to it as well as the enclosed court calculated at 15 square feet (1.4 sq. m) per person or minimum number of students subject to exiting into the court, whichever is the greater of the two. (d) The travel distance from any point in a connecting classroom to the exterior of the building through the exit passageway shall not exceed 150 feet (45.7 m). (e) The court is provided with emergency lighting to direct occupants to the exit(s) in accordance with Section 5.9. (f) The exit(s) from the court is/are clearly marked in accordance with Section 7.10." 9. Add a new paragraph 14.2.11.4 to read as follows: 14.2.11.4 " School Hallway Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD). The installation of a School Hallway Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD) shall be permitted in educational occupancies provided all of the following criteria are met: (1) Activation shall be by means of depressing a panic button or pull station marked for emergency SHIELD available to school administration at a central location. Additional activation may be by telephone code. (2) System activation shall automatically contact law enforcement authorities upon activation. (3) Cross corridor doors may be provided with magnetic hold open devices to release upon activation of the system. (4) Upon activation of the system, cross corridor doors shall be permitted to be kept in the closed position with magnetic locks. (5) System hardware shall be provided with emergency power or battery back-up in event of loss of power. (6) Smoke detectors shall be provided within 15 feet of cross corridor doors on the classroom egress side for each corridor zone and be identified distinctly from other required detectors. Such detectors upon activation by smoke shall release door mag locks for the locked zone to freely open. Detectors are not required to be interconnected into the building's fire alarm system. (7) Card readers with keypad shall be installed on the ingress side of the doors requiring a PIN code and card swipe to deactivate for the activated corridor zone. (8) Keypad shall be installed on the egress side of the doors only requiring a PIN code for deactivation of the door mag locks for the activated corridor zone. (9) A blue light strobe and siren, distinct from that of the fire alarm may be provided to deter intruders. (10) Staff shall be adequately trained on the intent and operation of the system with the conduction of mock drills. 14.2.11.4.1 (SHIELD) Activation. The SHIELD system shall only be activated in the following (1) The event of intrusion or active shooter upon school premises. (2) For the purposes of testing the system. (3) For the purposes of conducting drills related to the intrusion or active shooter upon school premises." 10. Delete subparagraph 14.3.2.1(1)(a) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (a) "Boiler and furnace rooms, unless such rooms enclose only air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 Btu. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. In addition, a minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 11. Delete the term "Laundries" from 14.3.2.1(2)(a) and substitute in its place the following: (a) "Laundry areas utilizing commercial equipment, multiple residential appliances, or exceeding 100 square feet (9.3 sq. m)." 12. Add a new subparagraph 14.3.2.2.1 to read as follows: 14.3.2.2.1 "Residential type cooking equipment. Residential type cooking equipment located in food preparation areas of home economic labs may be protected by a listed self-contained residential fire suppression systems located in a residential hood over each cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside of the building. The fire suppression system shall automatically disconnect electric power to electric stoves or shut off the gas supply to gas fueled stoves. Food preparation areas located in home economics labs need not be so protected where located in a fully sprinklered building or where protection is provided in accordance with 9.7.1.2, provided, however, the exhaust hood shall still be required to be vented to the outside of the building." 13. Add a new subparagraph 14.3.4.2.3.3 to read as follows: 14.3.4.2.3.3 "Manual fire alarm boxes may be located in rooms which open directly onto such corridors and normal paths of travel provided all of the following are met: (1) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm boxes are placed are constantly supervised all school hours. (2) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm boxes are placed are located in close proximity to the to that portion of the corridors and normal paths of travel where a manual fire alarm box would be placed in accordance with 9.6.2.5. (3) A sign is placed on the corridor wall immediately adjacent to the entry door(s) of such room so that it can be readily seen at all times. The sign shall state "MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOX LOCATED IN THIS ROOM". The sign shall have a red background and the letters shall be white and be at least one inch in height." 14. Delete subparagraph 14.3.4.3.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 14.3.4.3.1.1 "Occupant notification shall be by means of audible and visual alarm devices in accordance with 9.6.3 and Chapter 120-2-20, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Where visual alarm devices are located inside classrooms the installation of an audible device or component shall not be required, provided the audible alarm signal from alarm devices located in adjacent corridors or compartments is clearly audible in the classrooms, and is subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction." 15. Delete item (3) from paragraph 14.3.5.2 and replace with new item (3) (3) relocatable buildings complying with all of the following: (a) Building contains a maximum of 2 classrooms. (b) Each classroom has 2 independent doors remotely located in accordance with 7.5.1.3 of this code leading directly to the outside of the building. (c) Building is located not less than 30 feet (9.1 m) from another building or other relocatable building. (d) Building has a fire alarm system connected to the main school building fire alarm. 16. Add a new subparagraph 14.3.5.6 to read as follows: 14.3.5.6 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in educational occupancies, including mobile/portable classrooms, in accordance with 9.9. 14.3.5.6.1 In lieu of locating portable fire extinguishers in corridors and normal paths of travel as specified in NFPA Standard 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers , portable fire extinguishers may be located in rooms that open directly onto such corridors and paths of travel, provided, all of the following are met: (a) The rooms in which such portable fire extinguishers are placed are located in close proximity to that portion of the corridor where a portable fire extinguisher would normally be placed in accordance with NFPA Standard 10. (b) A sign which states, in white letters at least one inch in height on a red background, " PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATED IN THIS ROOM ," is placed on the corridor wall immediately adjacent to the entrance(s) of each such room so that it can be clearly seen at all times." (c) The rooms in which such portable fire extinguishers are placed shall be constantly supervised during school hours. (d) These rooms cannot be subject to being locked at any time the building is occupied." 17. Add a new item 6 to subsection 14.3.6 to read as follows: 6. "Door closing devices are not required on doors in corridor wall openings other than those serving exits or required enclosures of hazardous areas." 18. Add a new paragraph 14.4.3.6 to read as follows: 14.4.3.6 " Corridor walls in flexible plan buildings shall comply with subsection 14.3.6 as modified. 19. Add a new paragraph 14.5.2.3 to read as follows: 14.5.2.3 " Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of educational buildings, unless such use is permitted by 603.4 of the IFC , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 20. Delete subsection 14.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 14.7.1 "Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Educational occupancies (Group E - Educational) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency situation. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (m) Modifications to Chapter 15: 1. Add a new subparagraph 15.1.1.1.1 to read as follows: 15.1.1.1.1 " Existing Mobile/Portable Classroom Structures. (a) Existing mobile/portable classroom structures, which have been installed prior to the effective date of this Code , and which were deemed to be in compliance with provisions in effect at the time of their installation, shall be permitted to remain in use, if deemed to have been maintained as approved, and meet specific provisions of this chapter applicable to existing mobile/portable classroom structures. (b) When an existing mobile/portable classroom structure is removed from a school system, the certificate of occupancy for that structure becomes void, provided, however, the structure shall retain the status of an existing structure if continued in service as a classroom structure in another school system. This shall also apply to leased or rented mobile/portable classroom structures. A new certificate of occupancy shall be required for the relocated structure, and shall be issued provided the structure meets the provisions of this Code that are applicable to existing mobile/portable classrooms." (c) For the purposes of this code the term mobile/portable classroom shall also include relocatable buildings. 2. Add a new paragraph 15.1.1.6 to read as follows: 15.1.1.6 "Existing mobile/portable classrooms shall comply with the various provisions of this Code applying to classrooms in existing educational occupancies, unless otherwise specified in this chapter." 3. Add a new paragraph 15.1.1.7 to read as follows: 15.1.1.7 "When relocated, a mobile/portable classroom structure shall not be placed within 30 feet (9.1 m) of any building or structure or within 30 feet (9.1 m) of another mobile/portable classroom structure. Such mobile/portable classroom structures shall not be connected to any building or other mobile classroom structure by a canopy of combustible construction. An existing canopy of combustible components may be continued in use provided no combustible components are within 25 feet (7.6 m) of any building or structure or within 30 feet (9.1 m) of another mobile/portable classroom structure. The distance between a mobile/portable classroom unit and an exposed building or structure, that is totally protected by an approved automatic sprinkler system, may be reduced to 10 feet (3.05 m), provided, the exposed exterior wall is of noncombustible construction, and there are no windows or doors of the exposed wall of the building within 30 feet (9.1 m) of the mobile/portable classroom unit. The distance may be reduced to 0 feet if the exposed wall is of noncombustible construction having a certified fire resistance rating of at least 2-hours and without openings within 30 feet (9.1 m) of exposing mobile/portable classroom unit." 4. Add a new paragraph 15.2.1.5 to read as follows: 15.2.1.5 "The provisions of 15.2.1.2 and 15.3.2.3 shall not apply to facilities that meet the requirements of 16.1.6." 5. Add a new subparagraph 15.2.2.2.2.1 to read as follows: 15.2.2.2.2.1 "Doors serving as exits from existing mobile/portable classrooms shall not be less than 32 inches (0.91 m) in clear width, unless originally approved for a clear width of not less than 28 inches. Such exit doors shall open onto landings 4 feet by 4 feet (1.2 m by 1.2 m) and have stairs and or ramps, as needed, complying with applicable provisions of this Code . Landings, stairs, ramps, guardrails, and handrails installed and approved prior to the effective date of this Code , if maintained in a state of good repair, may be continued in use. When a mobile/portable classroom structure is moved to another site at the same school or another school, landings, stairs, ramps, guardrails, and graspable handrails shall comply with the applicable requirements of this Code for new construction." 6. Delete paragraph 15.2.2.2.4 and replace with a new paragraph 15.2.2.2.4 15.2.2.2.4 Locking of Classroom Doors and Other Instructional Spaces. 15.2.2.2.4.1 Classroom doors and doors to other instructional spaces shall be permitted to be locked provided that the locking means is approved, and all of the following conditions are met: (1) The locking means shall be capable of being engaged from the egress side of the door without opening the door. (2) The unlocking and unlatching from the egress side of the door shall be accomplished without the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort. (3) Two non-simultaneous releasing motions shall be permitted where approved by the authority having jurisdiction. The Chief Fire Official of the local responding Fire Department must approve the locking device. (4) The releasing mechanism for unlocking and unlatching shall be located at a height not less than 34 in. (865 mm) and not exceeding 48 in. (1220 mm) above the finished floor. (5) Locks, if remotely engaged, shall be unlockable from the egress side of the door without the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort. (6) The door shall be capable of being unlocked and opened from outside the room with the necessary key or other credential. (7) The locking means shall not modify the door closer, panic hardware, or fire exit hardware or impair their operation. (8) Modifications to fire door assemblies, including door hardware, shall be in accordance with NFPA 80. (9) The emergency action plan, required by 15.7.1, shall address the use of the locking and unlocking means from both sides of the door. (10) Staff shall be drilled in the engagement and release of the locking means, from both sides of the door, as part of the emergency egress drills required by 15.7.2. A.15.2.2.2.4.1(3) The installation of new hardware that necessitates two non-simultaneous releasing motions on existing doors in existing educational occupancies in accordance with 15.2.2.2.4.1(3) is permitted where such installation is necessary for compliance with the door locking criteria in 15.2.2.2.4.1. In accordance with 43.1.4.5, rehabilitation work performed for compliance with the Code's existing occupancy requirements is exempt from Chapter 43 and the installation of such new equipment is not subject to Section 43.5, which would require compliance with the new occupancy provisions. Where a new door is installed in an existing educational occupancy, the requirements of 14.2.2.2.4 apply. 15.2.2.2.4.2 Where existing classroom doors and doors to instructional spaces are replaced, they shall comply with the provisions of 14.2.2.2.4. 7. Add a new item (4) to paragraph 15.2.11.1 to read as follows: (4) "Windows may open onto a court or an enclosed court provided all of the following criteria are met: (a) The court shall be of sufficient width such that persons exiting through the courtyard will be at a minimum dimension not less than 10 feet (3 m) from any portion of the building that could present an exposure condition to a fire. (b) The court has exits directly to the exterior of the building through an exit passageway that is separated out from all other parts of the building by 2-hour fire-rated construction. No space other than exit corridors protected by 'B' labeled 11/2-hour fire doors, whether normally occupied or not, shall open onto this required exit passageway. (c) The exit capacity for the exit passageway shall be of sufficient width for the corridors connected to it as well as the enclosed court calculated at 15 square feet (1.4 sq. m) per person or minimum number of students subject to exiting into the court, whichever is the greater of the two. (d) The travel distance from any point in a connecting classroom to the exterior of the building through the exit passageway shall not exceed 150 feet (45.7 m). (e) The court is provided with emergency lighting to direct occupants to the exit(s) in accordance with Section 5.9. (f) The exit(s) from the court is/are clearly marked in accordance with Section 7.10." 8. Add a new paragraph 15.2.11.3 to read as follows: 15.2.11.3 "School Hallway Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD). The installation of a School Hallway Interior Emergency Lockdown Defense (SHIELD) shall be permitted in educational occupancies provided all of the following criteria are met: (1) Activation shall be by means of depressing a panic button or pull station marked for emergency SHIELD available to school administration at a central location. Additional activation may be by telephone code. (2) System activation shall automatically contact law enforcement authorities upon activation. (3) Cross corridor doors may be provided with magnetic hold open devices to release upon activation of the system. (4) Upon activation of the system, cross corridor doors shall be permitted to be kept in the closed position with magnetic locks. (5) System hardware shall be provided with emergency power or battery back-up in event of loss of power. (6) Smoke detectors shall be provided within 15 feet of cross corridor doors on the classroom egress side for each corridor zone and be identified distinctly from other required detectors. Such detectors upon activation by smoke shall release door mag locks for the locked zone to freely open. Detectors are not required to be interconnected into the building's fire alarm system. (7) Card readers with keypad shall be installed on the ingress side of the doors requiring a PIN code and card swipe to deactivate for the activated corridor zone. (8) Keypad shall be installed on the egress side of the doors only requiring a PIN code for deactivation of the door mag locks for the activated corridor zone. (9) A blue light strobe and siren, distinct from that of the fire alarm may be provided to deter intruders. (10) Staff shall be adequately trained on the intent and operation of the system with the conduction of mock drills. 15.2.11.3.1 (SHIELD) Activation. The SHIELD system shall only be activated in the following situations: (1) The event of intrusion or active shooter upon school premises. (2) For the purposes of testing the system. (3) For the purposes of conducting drills related to the intrusion or active shooter upon school premises." 9. Delete subparagraph 15.3.2.1(1)(a) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (a) "Boiler and furnace rooms, unless such rooms enclose air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 10. Delete the term "Laundries" from subparagraph 15.3.2.1(2)(a) and substitute in its place the following: (a) "Laundry areas utilizing commercial equipment, multiple residential appliances, or exceeding 100 square feet (9.3 sq. m)." 11. Add a new paragraph 15.3.2.2.1 to read as follows: 15.3.2.2.1 "Food preparation areas located in home economic labs may be protected by listed self-contained residential fire suppression systems located in a residential hood over each cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside. Required use of automatic disconnects of fuel source or power source is subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction. Food preparation areas located in home economic labs need not be protected where in a fully sprinklered building or where protection is provided in accordance with 9.7.1.2. The exhaust hood is still required to be vented to the outside if installed after July 28, 1998." 12. Add items (3) and (4) to paragraph 15.3.4.2.1 to read as follows: (3) "Where each classroom in a mobile/portable classroom structure is provided with a two-way communication system that will permit initiation of the communication from the classroom as well as from a constantly attended location in the main administrative office of the school from which a general alarm can be sounded, if needed, and the fire department can be summoned. A telephone mounted in each classroom and equipped with speed dialing, or a similar function, to provide contact with the constantly attended location noted above, shall be acceptable as a two- way communication system for purposes of this provision. The procedure for using the system for emergency alerting shall be clearly posted near the system actuation device in each classroom and at the constantly attended location. (4) Fire alarm alerting provisions for existing mobile/portable classroom structures approved prior to the effective date of this Code , and which are in a state of operational readiness. At the minimum, such provisions shall provide alerting of a fire condition in each mobile/portable classroom structure. Where alerting is by an alarm bell or horn, the sound/signal shall be distinctive from other bells or horns." 13. Add a new subparagraph 15.3.4.2.3.3 to read as follows: 15.3.4.2.3.3 "In lieu of locating manual fire alarm boxes in educational occupancies in corridors and normal paths of travel, the fire alarm boxes may be located in rooms which open directly onto such corridors and normal paths of travel provided all of the following are met: (1) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm boxes are placed are constantly supervised all school hours. (2) The rooms in which such manual fire alarm boxes are placed are located in close proximity to the to that portion of the corridors and normal paths of travel where a manual fire alarm box would be placed in accordance with 9.6.2.5. (3) A sign is placed on the corridor wall immediately adjacent to the entry door(s) of such room so that it can be readily seen at all times. The sign shall state "MANUAL FIRE ALARM BOX LOCATED IN THIS ROOM". The sign shall have a red background and the letters shall be white and be at least one inch in height." 14. Add a new paragraph 15.3.5.6 to read as follows: 15.3.5.6 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in educational occupancies, including mobile/portable classrooms, in accordance with 9.9. 15.3.5.6.1 In lieu of locating portable fire extinguishers in corridors and normal paths of travel as specified in NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers , portable fire extinguishers may be located in rooms that open directly onto such corridors and normal paths of travel provided all of the following are met: (a) The room in which such portable fire extinguishers are placed are located in close proximity to that portion of the corridor where a fire extinguisher would otherwise be placed in accordance with NFPA 10; Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers , (b) A sign which states in white letters at least one inch in height on a red background, 'PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATED IN THIS ROOM, ' is placed on the corridor wall immediately adjacent to the entrance way of each such room so that it can be clearly seen at all times; (c) The rooms in which such portable fire extinguishers are placed shall be constantly supervised during school hours; and, (d) Those rooms cannot be subject to being locked at any time the building is occupied." 15. Add a new item (6) to subsection 15.3.6 to read as follows: (6) "Door closing devices are not required on doors in corridor wall openings other than those serving exits or required enclosures of hazardous areas." 16. Add new paragraph 15.5.2.3 to read as follows: 15.5.2.3 "Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of educational buildings. 15.5.2.3.1 As permitted by 603.4 of the IFC , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 17. Delete subsection 15.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 15.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Educational occupancies (Group E - Educational) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (n) Modification to Chapter 16: 1. Add a new 16.1.1.2.1 to read as follows: 16.1.1.2.1 "Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(1)(I) the term Group Day-Care Home applies to day- care facilities where at least seven (7) but not more than twelve (12) children receive care. Further, the term Day Care Center applies where more than twelve (12) children receive care. Where such facilities are required to be licensed or commissioned as set forth by O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(1)(I) , the facilities are also required to comply with the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner and to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(c) ." 2. Add a new subparagraph 16.1.3.1.1 to paragraph 16.1.3.1 to read as follows: 16.1.3.1.1 "The provisions of 6.1.14 shall not apply to one- and two-family dwellings." 3. Delete paragraph 16.1.6.1 and its corresponding table in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 16.1.6.1 "The location of day-care occupancies and clients of such shall be limited as shown in Table 16.1.6.1. 16.1.6.1.1 Day-Care occupancies with exits directly to the outside from each room normally occupied by clients may be of any construction type without being protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system. Table 17.1.6.1 Day-Care Occupancy Location Type of Construction Age Group Number of Stories (Stories are counted starting at the floor of exit) 1 2 3 4+ I(443), I(332) and II(222) 0 through 4 YES YES YES YES+ 5 and older YES YES YES YES+ II(111), III(211) and V(111) 0 through 4 YES YES+ NO NO 5 and older YES YES YES+ NO IV(2HH) 0 through 4 YES YES+ NO NO 5 and older YES YES+ NO NO II(000) 0 through 4 YES YES+ NO NO 5 and older YES YES+ NO NO III(200) and V(000) 0 through 4 YES+ YES+ NO NO 5 and YES YES+ NO NO The types of construction in the Table are from NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction . Refer to 8.2.1.2 and 8.2.1.2.1 of this Code and the conversion chart for cross-referencing to the construction types established by the International Building Code . YES: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of construction. YES+: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of construction if entire building is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system. NO: Day-care occupancy location not permitted in type of construction." 4. Add a new paragraph 16.1.6.3 to read as follows: 16.1.6.3 " Day-Care Facilities Located Below the LED. The story below the level of exit discharge shall be permitted to be used in buildings of any construction type, other than Type II(000), Type III(200) and Type V(000) provided, the building is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system." 5. Add a new subparagraph 16.1.6.3.1 to read as follows: 16.1.6.3.1 "Where the story below the level of exit discharge is occupied as a day-care center, both of the following shall apply: (1) One means of egress shall be an outside or interior stair in accordance with 7.2.2. An interior stair, if used, shall only serve the story below the level of exit discharge. The interior stair shall be permitted to communicate with the level of exit discharge; however, the required exit route from the level of exit discharge shall not pass through the stair enclosure. (2) The second means of egress shall be permitted to be via an unenclosed stairway separated from the level of exit discharge in accordance with 8.6.5. The path of egress travel on the level of exit discharge shall be protected in accordance with 7.1.3.1." 6. Delete subsection 16.2.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 16.2.9 " Emergency Lighting. Emergency lighting shall be provided in accordance with Section 7.9 in the following areas: 1. In all interior stairs and corridors. 2. In all normally occupied spaces 3. Emergency lighting is not required in the following locations: (1) Administrative areas other than receptionist areas. (2) Mechanical rooms, storage areas, and rooms or areas not normally occupied by students." 7. Delete item (a) to paragraph 16.3.2.1(1) (a) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (a) "Rooms enclosing air handling equipment compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 8. Add an item (4) to paragraph 16.3.2.1 to read as follows: (4) "In areas where documentation is provided indicating an unreliable water source, the authority having jurisdiction may accept separation of these areas from the remainder of the building by fire barriers having not less than a 2-hour fire-resistance rating." 9. Delete the term "Laundries" from subparagraph 16.3.2.1 (2) a. and substitute in its place the following: a. "Laundry areas utilizing commercial equipment, multiple residential appliances, or exceeding 100 square feet (9.3 sq. m)." 10. Delete paragraph 16.3.2.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 16.3.2.3 "Food preparation facilities protected in accordance with 9.2.3 are not required to have openings protected between food preparation areas and dining areas. Where domestic cooking equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, a listed self-contained residential fire suppression system may be installed in a residential hood to cover the area of the cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside. The fire suppression system shall automatically disconnect electric power to electric stoves or automatically shut off the gas supply to gas stoves. Such system shall be interconnected to the building fire alarm system where one is provided. 16.3.2.3.1 Subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction approval, where domestic cooking equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, the requirements for a residential fire suppression system may be waived if the room is protected by approved automatic sprinkler protection. The provisions of 9.7.1.2 may be permitted. The exhaust hood is still required to be vented to the outside." 11. Delete subsection 16.3.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 16.3.5 " Extinguishment Requirements. Buildings containing day-care occupancies shall be sprinkler protected throughout for construction types as specified in Table 16.1.6.1 entitled "Day-Care Occupancy Location Limitations" and paragraph 16.1.6.3. Any required sprinkler system based upon Table 16.1.6.1 and paragraph 16.1.6.3 shall be in accordance with 9.7." 12. Add a new paragraph 16.3.5.1 to read as follows: 16.3.5.1 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all daycare occupancies in accordance with 9.9." 13. Add new paragraph 16.5.2.4 to read as follows: 16.5.2.4 "Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fire space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of day-care facilities. 16.5.2.4.1 In emergency conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufacturer's instructions and the authority having jurisdiction." 14. Delete paragraph 16.6.1.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 16.6.1.6 " Minimum Construction Requirements. The minimum construction requirements for new day-care homes shall be limited to the types of building construction permitted by the IBC as specified in 8.2.1. Clients of a group day-care home in a multi-story building shall be restricted to the level of exit discharge, unless the provisions of 16.1.6 are met." 15. Add a new paragraph 16.6.3.6 to read as follows: 16.6.3.6 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all daycare home occupancies in accordance with 9.9." 16. Delete subsections 16.7.1 and 16.7.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 16.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Day-care occupancies (Group E and I-4) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (o) Modifications to Chapter 17: 1. Delete paragraph 17.1.1.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.1.1.4 "Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(1)(I) the term Group Day-Care Home applies to daycare facilities where at least seven (7) but not more than twelve (12) children receive care. Further, the term Day Care Center applies where more than twelve (12) children receive care. Where such facilities are required to be licensed or commissioned as set forth by O.C.G.A. 25-2-13(b)(1)(I) , the facilities are also required to comply with the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner and to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy pursuant to O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(c) ." 2. Delete paragraph 17.1.1.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.1.1.5 "This section establishes life safety requirements for existing day-care occupancies, adult day- care facilities, and head start facilities in which more than 12 clients receive care, maintenance, and supervision by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s) for less than 24 hours per day. An existing day-care occupancy shall be allowed the option of meeting the requirements of Chapter 16 in lieu of Chapter 17. Any day-care occupancy that meets the requirements of Chapter 16 shall be judged to meet the requirements of Chapter 17." 3. Add a new subparagraph 17.1.3.1.1 to read as follows: 17.1.3.1.1 " The provisions of 6.1.14 shall not apply to one- and two-family dwellings." 4. Add a new subparagraph 17.1.4.1.1 to read as follows: 17.1.4.1.1 "Existing day-care centers that include part-day preschools, head-start programs, kindergartens, and other schools whose purpose involves education primarily for a group of children may continue to meet the requirements of this section or may be allowed the option of meeting the requirements of Chapter 15." 5. Delete subsection 17.1.6.1 and its corresponding table in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.1.6.1 " Location and Minimum Construction Requirements. The location of day-care occupancies and clients of such shall be limited as shown in Table 17.1.6.1 17.1.6.1.2 Day-Care occupancies with exits directly to the outside from each room normally occupied by clients may be of any construction type without being protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system. 17.1.6.1.3 "Centers located on the level of exit discharge in buildings of any construction type without a complete approved automatic sprinkler system, may be continued in use as a child day-care center housing children ages zero through four, or non-ambulatory children, as long as at least one exit door is provided directly to the outside of the building at ground level from every room or space normally occupied by children, except restrooms. For centers existing prior to April 12, 1985, where direct access to the outside of the building is not possible from interior rooms, and such interior rooms are normally subject to occupancy by children, the interior room may continue to be used provided there are two remote exits from the rooms that provide access to two separate and distinct exits to the outside." Table 17.1.6.1 Day-Care Occupancy Location Table 17.1.6.1 Day-Care Occupancy Location Type of Construction Age Group Number of Stories (Stories are counted starting at the floor of exit) 1 2 3 4+ I(443), I(332) and II (222) 0 through 4 YES YES YES YES 5 and older YES YES YES YES II(111), III(211) and V(111) 0 through 4 YES YES+ NO NO 5 and older YES YES YES+ NO IV(2HH) 0 through 4 YES YES+ NO NO 5 and older YES YES+ NO NO II(000) 0 through 4 YES YES+ NO NO 5 and older YES YES+ NO NO III(200) and V(000) 0 through 4 YES+ YES+ NO NO 5 and older YES YES+ NO NO The types of construction in the Table are from NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction . Refer to 8.2.1.2 and 8.2.1.2.1 of this Code and the conversion chart for cross-referencing to the construction types established by the International Building Code . YES: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of construction. YES+: Day-care occupancy location permitted in type of construction if entire building is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system. NO: Day-care occupancy is not permitted in this construction type." 6. Delete paragraph 17.2.2.2.6 in its entirety and replace with a new 17.2.2.2.6 17.2.2.2.6 Locking of Classroom Doors and Doors to Other Client Care Spaces. 17.2.2.2.6.1 Classroom doors and doors to other client care spaces shall be permitted to be locked provided that the locking means is approved, and all of the following conditions are met: (1) The locking means shall be capable of being engaged from the egress side of the door without opening the door. (2) The unlocking and unlatching from the egress side of the door shall be accomplished without the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort. (3) Two non-simultaneous releasing motions shall be permitted where approved by the authority having jurisdiction. The Chief Fire Official of the local responding Fire Department must approve the locking device. (4) The releasing mechanism for unlocking and unlatching shall be located at a height not less than 34 in. (865 mm) and not exceeding 48 in. (1220 mm) above the finished floor. (5) Locks, if remotely engaged, shall be unlockable from the egress side of the door without the use of a key, tool, or special knowledge or effort. (6) The door shall be capable of being unlocked and opened from outside the room with the necessary key or other credential. (7) The locking means shall not modify the door closer, panic hardware, or fire exit hardware or impair their operation. (8) Modifications to fire door assemblies, including door hardware, shall be in accordance with NFPA 80. (9) The emergency action plan, required by 17.7.1, shall address the use of the locking and unlocking means from both sides of the door. (10) Staff shall be drilled in the engagement and release of the locking means, from both sides of the door, as part of the emergency egress drills required by 17.7.2. A.17.2.2.2.6.1(3) The installation of new hardware that necessitates two non-simultaneous releasing motions on existing doors in existing day care occupancies in accordance with 17.2.2.2.6.1(3) is permitted where such installation is necessary for compliance with the door locking criteria in 17.2.2.2.6.1. In accordance with 43.1.4.5, rehabilitation work performed for compliance with the Code's existing occupancy requirements is exempt from Chapter 43 and the installation of such new equipment is not subject to Section 43.5, which would require compliance with the new occupancy provisions. Where a new door is installed in an existing day care occupancy, the requirements of 16.2.2.2.6 apply. 17.2.2.2.6.2 Where existing classroom doors and doors to client care spaces are replaced, they shall comply with the provisions of 16.2.2.2.6. 7. Delete subsection 17.2.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.2.9 " Emergency Lighting. Emergency lighting shall be provided in accordance with Section 7.9 in the following areas: 1. In all interior stairs and corridors. 2. In all normally occupied spaces. 17.2.9.1 Emergency lighting is not required in the following areas: (1) Administrative areas other than receptionist areas. (2) Mechanical rooms, storage areas, and rooms not normally occupied by students." 8. Add a new subparagraph 17.3.2.1(1)(a)(1) to read as follows: 17.3.2.1(1)(a)(1) "Rooms enclosing air handling equipment compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input are not required to comply with 17.3.2.1(1) provided, such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 9. Delete paragraph 17.3.2.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.3.2.3 "Food preparation facilities protected in accordance with 9.2.3 are not required to have openings protected between food preparation areas and dining areas. Where domestic cooking equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, a listed self-contained residential fire suppression system may be installed in a residential hood to cover the cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside. Required use of automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power source is subject to the authority having jurisdiction. Upon receipt of a sworn affidavit, no protection is required for existing domestic cooking equipment used for limited cooking or warming of foods. 17.3.2.3.1 Subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction, where domestic cooking equipment is used for food warming or limited cooking, the requirements for a residential fire suppression system may be waived if the room is protected by approved automatic sprinkler protection. The provisions of 9.7.1.2 may be permitted. The exhaust hood is still required to be vented to the outside." 10. Delete the term "Laundries" from subparagraph 17.3.2.1 (2)(a) and substitute in its place the following: (a) "Laundry areas utilizing commercial equipment, or multiple residential appliances, or having a floor area exceeding 100 square feet (9.3 m)." 11. Add a new paragraph 17.3.5.3.1 to read as follows: 17.3.5.3.1 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all day- care occupancies in accordance with 9.9." 12. Delete subsection 17.4.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.4.1 " Windowless or Underground Buildings. Windowless or underground buildings or structures shall comply with the applicable provisions of Section 11.7. All such buildings and structures housing a day-care occupancy shall be protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system. 17.4.1.1 "Buildings or structures existing prior to January 28, 1993, and housing day-care occupancies with an occupant load not greater than 100 may remain in use without being protected throughout by an automatic sprinkler system." 13. Add a subparagraph 17.5.1.2.1 to read as follows: 17.5.1.2.1 "In existing day-care occupancies, in lieu of special protective covers, receptacles may be placed at a minimum of six feet above the finished floor." 14. Add a new paragraph 17.5.2.4 to read as follows: 17.5.2.4 "Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fire space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of day-care facilities. 17.5.2.4.1 "In emergency conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufactures instructions and the authority having jurisdiction." 15. Delete subparagraph 17.6.1.4.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.6.1.4.1.2 "This section establishes life safety requirements for group day-care homes, adult daycare homes and head start facilities in which at least seven but not more than 12 clients receive care, maintenance, and supervision by other than their relative(s) or legal guardian(s) for less than 24 hours per day (generally within a dwelling unit). An existing day-care home shall be allowed the option of meeting the requirements of Section 16.6 in lieu of Section 17.2. Any day-care home that meets the requirements of Chapter 16 shall be judged to meet the requirements of Chapter 17." 16. Add an exception to subsection 17.6.1.4.1 to read as follows: 17.6.1.4.1 "Existing day-care homes that include part-day preschools, head-start programs, kindergartens, and other schools whose purpose involves education primarily for a group of children may continue to meet the requirements of this section or may be allowed the option of meeting the requirements of Chapter 15." 17. Delete paragraph 17.6.1.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 17.6.1.6 "Clients of a group day-care home in a multi-story building shall be restricted to the level of exit discharge, unless the provisions of 17.1.6.1 are met." 18. Add a new paragraph 17.6.3.6 to read as follows: 17.6.3.6 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all daycare home occupancies in accordance with 9.9." 19. Add a new subsection 17.6.3.7 to read as follows: 17.6.3.7 "In existing day-care homes in lieu of special protective covers, receptacles may be placed at a minimum of 6 feet (1.8 m) above the finished floor." 20. Delete subsections 17.7.1 and 17.7.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 17.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Day-care occupancies (Group E and I-4) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (p) Modifications to Chapter 18: 1. Delete subsection 18.1.1.1.8 in its entirety and in its place substitute the following: 18.1.1.1.8 "Buildings, or sections of buildings, that house older persons and that provide activities that foster continued independence but that do not include services distinctive to health care occupancies (see 18.1.4.2), as defined in 3.3.196.7, shall be permitted to comply with the requirements of other chapters of this Code , such as Chapters 30, 32 or 34 based upon appropriate licensing if required." 2. Add a new subparagraph 18.1.1.4.3.4.1 to read as follows: 18.1.1.4.3.4.1 "Minor renovations, alterations, modernizations or repairs as used in 18.1.1.4.3.4 shall mean that construction is less than 40% of the floor area within a smoke compartment." 3. Add the following to the list of hazardous areas in Subparagraph 18.3.2.1.2 to read as follows: (8) "Soiled utility rooms also used for combustible storage - 1 hour." 4. Add a new subparagraph 18.3.2.5.2.1 to read as follows: 18.3.2.5.2.1 "Where a residential stove (a maximum of four surface burners or cooking elements), is used for food warming, limited cooking, or rehabilitation training, a residential style hood system ducted to the outside shall be installed to cover each cooking surface. Other protection or segregation shall not be required unless subsequent inspections reveal conditions have changed and a higher level of risk to life is deemed to exist by the authority having jurisdiction." 5. Delete subsections 18.7.1 and 18.7.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 18.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Health care occupancies (Group I-2) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , and NFPA 99, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 6. Delete subsection 18.7.4 in its entirety and in its place substitute the following: 18.7.4 " Smoking. Smoking regulations shall be adopted and shall include, at the least, the applicable provisions of Section 310 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (q) Modifications to Chapter 19: 1. Delete subsection 19.1.1.1.8 in its entirety and in its place substitute the following: 19.1.1.1.8 "Buildings, or sections of buildings, that house older persons and that provide activities that foster continued independence but do not include services distinctive to health care occupancies (see 19.1.4.2), as defined in 3.3.196.7, shall be permitted to comply with the requirements of other chapters of this Code , such as Chapters 31, 33 or 35 based upon appropriate licensing if required." 2. Add the following to the list of hazardous areas in subparagraph 19.3.2.1.5 to read as follows: (9) "Soiled utility rooms used for combustible storage." 3. Add subparagraphs 19.3.2.5.2.1 to read as follows: 19.3.2.5.2.1 "Where residential stove cooking is used for food warming, limited cooking, or rehabilitation training, a residential style hood system ducted to the outside and equipped with a listed self- contained residential fire suppression system shall be installed to cover each cooking surface. Required use of automatic disconnects of fuel source or power source is subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction. 19.3.2.5.2.1.1 Other installations acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction shall be acceptable." 4. Add a new subparagraph 19.3.4.3.1.1 to read as follows: 19.3.4.3.1.1 "A Zoned, coded systems shall be permitted." 5. Delete subsections 19.7.1 and 19.7.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 19.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Health care occupancies (Group I-2) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code (IFC) and NFPA 99, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 6. Delete subsection 19.7.4 in its entirety and in its place substitute the following: 19.7.4 " Smoking. Smoking regulations shall be adopted and shall include, at the least, the applicable provisions of Section 310 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (r) Modification to Chapter 20: 1. Delete subsections 20.7.1 and 20.7.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 20.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Ambulatory health care facilities shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions for health care occupancies (Group I-2) of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code (IFC) and NFPA 99, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (s) Modification to Chapter 21: 1. Delete subsections 21.7.1 and 21.7.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 21.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Ambulatory health care facilities shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions for health care occupancies (Group I-2) of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code (IFC) and NFPA 99, as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (t) Modifications to Chapter 22: 1. Delete paragraph 22.2.11.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 22.2.11.1.2 "Doors shall be permitted to be locked with approved detention locking mechanisms only in accordance with the applicable use condition. Padlocks are not permitted on housing unit doors or any other door located in the interior means of egress. 22.2.11.1.2.1 Padlocks are permitted on gates and doors located on exterior fencing, and in exterior walls, which are not part of the building, from areas of refuge located outside the building." 2. Delete the words 'fuel fired' from Table 22.3.2.1. 3. Add a note to Table 22.3.2.1 to read as follows: "[Note: Areas incidental to resident housing will mean any areas that exceed 10% of the resident housing area. This includes sleeping areas, dayrooms, group activity space, or other common spaces for customary access of residents.]" 4. Delete paragraph 22.3.7.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 22.3.7.5 "Any required smoke barrier shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 Smoke Barriers. Such barriers shall be of substantial construction and shall have structural fire resistance. Smoke barriers may have windows with wire glass in steel frames or tested window assemblies." 5. Delete subsection 22.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 22.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Detention and correctional facilities (Group I-3 occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 6. Delete subsection 22.7.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 22.7.2 "Policies and procedures shall be established by facility administrators to control and limit the amount of personal property in sleeping rooms and require periodic checks for the collection and storage of such items on a monthly basis. Records of periodic checks shall be kept and made available to the authority having jurisdiction upon request. 22.7.2.1 Facilities which provide closable metal lockers or fire-resistant containers for the storage of books, clothing, and other combustible personal property allowed in sleeping rooms." (u) Modifications to Chapter 23: 1. Delete paragraph 23.2.11.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 23.2.11.1.2 "Doors shall be permitted to be locked with approved detention locking mechanisms only in accordance with the applicable use condition. Padlocks are not permitted on housing unit doors or any other door located in the means of egress. 23.2.11.1.2.1 Padlocks are permitted on gates and doors located on exterior fencing and walls from areas of refuge located outside the building." 2. Delete the words 'fuel fired' from Table 23.3.2.1. 3. Add a note to Table 23.3.2.1 to read as follows: "[Note: Areas incidental to resident housing will mean any areas that exceed 10% of the resident housing area. This includes sleeping areas, dayrooms, group activity space, or other common spaces for customary access of residents.]" 4. Delete paragraph 23.3.7.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 23.3.7.5 "Required smoke barriers shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 Smoke Barriers. Such barriers shall be of substantial construction and shall have structural fire resistance. Smoke barriers may have windows with wire glass in steel frames or tested window assemblies." 5. Delete subsection 23.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 23.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Detention and correctional facilities (Group I-3 occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 6. Delete subsection 23.7.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 23.7.2 "Policies and procedures shall be established by facility administrators to control and limit the amount of personal property in sleeping rooms and require periodic checks for the collection and storage of such items on a monthly basis. Records of periodic checks shall be kept and made available to the authority having jurisdiction upon request. 23.7.2.1 Facilities which provide closable metal lockers or fire-resistant containers for the storage of books, clothing, and other combustible personal property allowed in sleeping rooms." (v) Modification to Chapter 24: 1. Delete the Title of Chapter 24 and retitle it to read as follows: "Chapter 24 One- and Two-Family Dwellings/Community Living Arrangements" 2. Add a new subparagraph 24.1.1.1.1 to read as follows: 24.1.1.1.1 "In addition, this chapter establishes life safety requirements for facilities licensed by the State of Georgia as a 'Community Living Arrangement' for one to four individuals not related to the owner or administrator by blood or marriage whether the facility is operated for profit or not. Community Living Arrangements for five or more residents shall comply with the applicable requirements of Chapter 32." 3. Add a new paragraph 24.1.1.6 to read as follows: 24.1.1.6 "The use of a one- and two- family dwelling for the purposes of a Community Living Arrangement as licensed by the State, for one to four residents, shall constitute a change of occupancy sub-classification. The new sub-classification shall meet the requirements established in this Chapter for the One- and Two-Family Dwelling and the additional requirements specified under Section 24.4. 4. Add a new subparagraph 24.1.1.6.1 to read as follows: 24.1.1.6.1 The use of a one- and two- family dwelling for the purposes of a Community Living Arrangement as licensed by the State, for one to four residents shall not require automatic sprinkler protection. 5. Delete 24.2.2.1.2(2) in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (2) "The dwelling unit is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 24.3.5. This sprinkler provision shall not apply to a community living arrangement." 6. Add a new subparagraph to 24.2.4.1.1 to read as follows: 24.2.4.1.1 "Doors in the path of travel of a means of escape in Community Living Arrangement facilities shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm) wide." 7. Add a new subparagraph 24.3.4.1.3.1 to read as follows: 24.3.4.1.3.1 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall apply." 8. Delete Section 24.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 24.4 " Community Living Arrangements. 24.4.1 General. The following shall be provided in addition to the requirements of this Chapter for facilities subject to being licensed as a Community Living Arrangement. Where there are conflicts in requirements specified elsewhere in this Chapter, the requirements specified under Section 24.4 shall prevail. 24.4.2 Address identification. New and Existing Community Living Arrangement structures shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in accordance with the provisions of the International Fire Code . 24.4.3 Means of Egress. 24.4.3.1 A Community Living Arrangement serving a resident dependent upon a wheelchair or other mechanical device for mobility shall provide at least two (2) exits from the Community Living Arrangement, remote from each other, and that are accessible to the residents. 24.4.3.2 Bedrooms for residents shall be separated from halls, corridors and other rooms by floor to ceiling walls. capable of resisting fire for not less than 1/2-hour, which is considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with lath and plaster or materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier. Sleeping room doors shall be substantial doors, such as those of 13/4 in. (4.4-cm) thick, solid-bonded wood core construction or other construction of equal or greater stability and fire integrity. Any vision panels shall be fixed fire window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 or shall be wired glass not exceeding 1296 sq. in (0.84 m2) each in area and installed in approved frames. 24.4.3.3 A room shall not be used as a bedroom where more than one-half the room height is below ground level. 24.4.3.4 Bedrooms which are partially below ground level shall have adequate natural light and ventilation and be provided with two useful means of egress. 24.4.3.5 Bedrooms occupied by residents shall have doors that can be closed. Doors shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm) wide. 24.4.3.6 Any door in the path of travel of a means of means of egress or escape shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm) wide. 24.4.3.7 Residents who need assistance with ambulation shall be provided bedrooms that have access to a ground-level exit to the outside or be provided bedrooms above ground level that have access to exits with easily negotiable ramps or easily accessible lifts. 24.4.3.8 Locks. 24.4.3.8.1 Bedrooms may have locks on doors provided both the occupant and staff are provided with keys to ensure easy entry. Double-cylinder locks (locks requiring a key on both sides) are prohibited to be used on the bedroom door of a resident. 24.4.3.8.2 Exterior doors shall be equipped with locks that do not require keys to open the door from the inside. 24.4.4 Detection and Alarm Systems 24.4.4.1 A fire alarm system meeting the minimum requirements for Single- and Multiple Station Alarms and Household Fire Alarm Systems per NFPA 72 shall be installed. 24.4.4.2 Smoke Detection. 24.4.4.2.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with the provisions of 9.6.2.10 of this Code . Any additional detection/alarm devices shall be as established by O.C.G.A. § 25-2-40 . 24.4.4.2.2 Smoke alarms shall be installed on all levels, including basements but excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics. 24.4.4.2.3 Additional smoke alarms shall be installed for all living areas as defined in 3.3.22.5 of this Code . 24.4.4.2.4 Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired persons. 24.4.4.3 Carbon Monoxide Detectors. 24.4.4.3.1 Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in the residence where natural gas, LP gas or heating oil is used to heat the residence. 24.4.4.3.2 Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in the residence if a solid fuel-burning fireplace or fixed heating device is installed the residence. 24.4.5 Protection. 24.4.5.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with Section 9.9 shall be provided near hazardous areas. 24.4.5.1.1 At least one 5 lb. 2A rated multipurpose ABC portable fire extinguisher shall be provided on each occupied floor, and, where applicable, in the basement. The extinguishers shall be installed so as to be readily accessible in accordance with NFPA 10. 24.4.5.1.2 Required portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained annually by a State licensed fire extinguisher technician in accordance with NFPA 10. 24.4.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure they are charged and in operable condition. 24.4.6 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. 24.4.6.1 Portable space heaters shall not be used. The use of heating devices and equipment shall be regulated by the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 24.4.6.2 Fire screens and protective devices shall be used with fireplaces, stoves, and fixed heaters. 24.4.6.3 A water temperature monitor or a scald valve shall be installed where necessary to ensure the safety of the residents. Heated water provided for use of residents shall not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the hot water fixture, unless a cooler temperature is required by the needs of the individual. 24.4.7 Operating Features. 24.4.7.1 Staffing. The Community Living Arrangement shall have as many qualified and trained employees on duty as shall be needed to safeguard properly the health, safety, and welfare of residents and ensure the provision of services the residents require to be delivered in the Community Living Arrangement. 24.4.7.1.1 Before working independently with residents, each staff member shall be trained and show continuing evidence of competence in fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures. A resident shall not be considered a staff person in the residence in which they live. Also, training of management and staff shall comply with Chapter 4 of the adopted International Fire Code . 24.4.7.2 Evacuation Capabilities. Community Living Arrangement shall maintain a staffing ratio sufficient to ensure that all residents can meet a prompt evacuation capability as defined in 12-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Residents who cannot meet the prompt evacuation capability provision shall be provided with a minimum of one dedicated employee whose primary responsibility is to provide evacuation of the resident in the event of a fire or other emergency. The dedicated employee/employees shall be in close attendance at all times. 24.4.7.3 Drills. Fire drills shall be conducted at least quarterly on each shift at alternating times. At least two drills per calendar year shall be during sleeping hours. All fire drills shall be documented and include the names of staff involved. Also, refer to Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 24.4.7.4 Procedures. There shall be established procedures and mechanisms for alerting and caring for residents in case of emergencies and for evacuating them to safety. An evacuation plan with clear instructions shall be available within each residence. Also, refer to Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (w) Modification to Chapter 26: 1. Add a new subparagraph 26.3.4.5.3.1 to read as follows: 26.3.4.5.3.1 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply." 2. Add a new paragraph 26.3.6.4 to read as follows: 26.3.6.4 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all lodging or rooming house occupancies in accordance with 9.9 of this Code ." (x) Modification to Chapter 28: 1. Add a new subparagraph 28.2.5.5.1 to read as follows: 28.2.5.5.1 "The provisions of 28.2.5.5 apply to exterior exit access routes and interior corridors." 2. Add a new subparagraph 28.2.5.6.1 to read as follows: 28.2.5.6.1 "The provisions of 28.2.5.6 apply to exterior exit access routes and interior corridors." 3. Add a new subparagraph 28.3.2.2.1.1 to read as follows: 28.3.2.2.1.1 "The provisions of 28.3.2.2 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 4. Delete paragraph 28.3.4.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 28.3.4.5 "A corridor smoke detection system in accordance with O.C.G.A. Sections 25-2-13(d) & 25-2-40 shall be provided in all interior corridors, halls and passageways. 28.3.4.5.1 The provisions of 28.3.4.5 are not required in hotels and motels protected throughout by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 28.3.5. Dormitory facilities shall still be required to provide a corridor smoke detection system in accordance with O.C.G.A. Sections 25-2-13(d) and 25-2-40 ." 5. Add a new subparagraph 28.3.4.6.1 to read as follows: 28.3.4.6.1 "A smoke alarm shall be mounted on the ceiling or wall at a point centrally located in the corridor, hall or area giving access to each group of rooms used for sleeping purposes. Such smoke alarm shall be listed and meet the installation requirements of NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code , and be powered from the building's electrical system. In addition, 11/2-hour emergency power supply source is required for the back-up power of the smoke alarms." 6. Add a new subparagraph 28.3.4.6.2 to read as follows: 28.3.4.6.2 "Each living area within a guestroom or suite which is separated by doors or folding partitions shall be provided with an approved single station smoke alarm in accordance with 9.6.2.10 of this Code . The smoke alarm shall be powered from the building's electrical system." 7. Delete subsections 28.7.1, 28.7.2, 28.7.3, and 28.7.5 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 28.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Hotels and dormitories (Group R-2 occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (y) Modification to Chapter 29: 1. Delete paragraph 29.2.5.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 29.2.5.3 "Exterior exit access or internal corridors shall be arranged so there are no dead ends in excess of 50 feet (15 m)." 2. Add a new subparagraph 29.3.4.5.3 to read as follows: 29.3.4.5.3 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply." 3. Add a new subparagraph 29.3.4.5.4 to read as follows: 29.3.4.5.4 "A corridor smoke detection system in accordance with O.C.G.A. Sections 25-2-13(d) and 25-2-40 shall be provided in all interior corridors, halls and passageways. 29.3.4.5.4.1 The provisions of 29.3.4.5.1 do not apply in hotels and motels protected throughout by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 28.3.5. 29.3.4.5.4.2 Dormitory facilities shall be required to provide a corridor smoke detection system in accordance with O.C.G.A. Sections 25-2-13(d) and 25-2-40 ." 4. Delete subsections 29.7.1, 29.7.2, 29.7.3, and 29.7.5 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 29.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Hotels and dormitories (Group R-2 occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (z) Modification to Chapter 30: 1. Delete paragraph 30.2.1.3 in its entirety and replace with the following new 30.2.1.3 30.2.1.3 Bathtub, Bathtub-Shower Combinations and Shower Grab Bars. 30.2.1.3.1 Where bathtubs, bathtub-shower combinations, or showers are present in apartments marketed as senior apartments or apartments designated as 55 or older communities, grab bars shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of 24.2.8. 30.2.1.3.2 In apartments not marketed as senior apartments or apartments designated as 55 or older communities sufficient structural supporting shall be installed so that bathtubs, bathtub-shower combinations, or showers are adaptable to meet the provisions of 24.2.8. 30.2.1.3.3 Where requested by a tenant, the apartment owner / management shall install grab bars in accordance with 24.2.8 at no cost to the tenant. 2. Delete item (2) of subsection 30.2.4.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (2) "The dwelling unit has direct access to an outside stair complying with 7.2.2 that serves a maximum of two units where both of which are located on the same floor. This does not preclude two stairs serving a floor level with a maximum of four units with an open breezeway connecting and allowing access to either exit stair." 3. Add a new subparagraph 30.3.2.1.3 to read as follows: 30.3.2.1.3 "The provisions of 30.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage, and a minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 4. Delete the words 'fuel fired' from Table 30.3.2.1.1 5. Delete subparagraph 30.3.4.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 30.3.4.5 "Approved single station or multiple station detectors continuously powered from the building's electrical system shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 in every living unit within the apartment building regardless of the number of stories or number of apartments. In addition, a 11/2-hour emergency power supply source is required for the back-up power of the detector. When activated, the detector shall initiate an alarm that is audible in the sleeping rooms of that unit. This individual unit detector shall be in addition to any sprinkler system or other detection system that may be installed in the building." 6. Delete paragraph 30.3.6.2.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 30.3.6.2.3 "Doors that open onto exit access corridors shall be self-closing and self-latching, with a listed pneumatic closure or three heavy-duty spring-loaded hinges." 7. Delete subsection 30.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 30.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Residential facilities (Group R-2 occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, resident training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (aa) Modifications to Chapter 31: 1. Delete item (2) of subsection 31.2.4.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (2) "The dwelling unit has direct access to an outside stair complying with 7.2.2 that serves a maximum of two units where both units are located on the same floor. This does not preclude two stairs serving a floor level with a maximum of four units with an open breezeway connecting and allowing access to either exit stair." 2. Add a new subparagraph 31.3.4.5.2.1 to read as follows: 31.3.4.5.2.1 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply." 3. Add a new subparagraph 31.3.4.5.4.1 to read as follows: 31.3.4.5.4.1 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply." 4. Delete subsection 31.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 31.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Residential facilities (Group R-2 occupancies) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, resident training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (bb) Modifications to Chapter 32: Delete paragraph 32.1.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.1.1.1 " General. The requirements of this chapter shall apply to new buildings or portions thereof used as residential board and care occupancies (See 3.3.196.12 and 3.3.214 and their Annex A notes). This designation shall include, but may not be limited to, a personal care home or community living arrangement, as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 32.1.1.1.1 Additions, Conversions, Modernizations, Renovations, and Construction Operations. Additions shall be separated from any existing structure not conforming to the provisions of Chapter 32 by a fire barrier having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating and constructed of materials as required for the addition. (See 4.6.5 and 4.6.7) Doors in fire barriers shall normally be kept closed, however, doors shall be permitted to be held open if they meet the requirements of 7.2.1.8.2, and such doors shall be released upon activation of the building fire alarm system. 32.1.1.1.1.2. Conversion. For purposes of this chapter, exceptions for conversions shall apply only for a change of occupancy from an existing residential or health care occupancy. 32.1.1.1.1.3 Change of Occupancy. A change from a licensed personal care home to an assisted living community or memory care unit shall be considered a change of occupancy or subclassification and would be required to meet the provisions of Chapter 35 for existing construction. Such changes in occupancy classification or subclassification are considered as proposed (new) buildings and shall be subject to the applicable administrative provisions of Section 103 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 32.1.1.1.4. Renovations, Alterations, and Modernizations. (See 4.6.7) 32.1.1.1.5. Construction, Repair, and Improvement Operations. (See 4.6.10)" 2. Delete paragraph 32.1.1.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.1.1.4 "Personal Care Homes and Community Living Arrangements with Five or More Residents. A personal care home or community living arrangement with five or more residents, as defined in 120-3 .3-.03 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall comply with the general provisions of 32.1 of this Chapter 32, and with the applicable provisions for residential board and care occupancies as defined in 3.3.196.12 of this Code . The provisions of Chapter 32 for large facilities are deemed to provide for the use of "defend in place" fire response strategies should self-preservation measures not be deemed successful. 32.1.1.4.1 Goals and Objectives. The goals and objectives of Sections 4.1 and 4.2 of this Code shall be met with due consideration for functional requirements, which are accomplished by limiting the development and spread of a fire to the room of origin and reducing the need for total occupant evacuation except for the room of fire origin. 32.1.1.4.2 Total Concept. All new personal care homes, and community living arrangements with five or more residents shall be constructed, maintained, and operated to minimize the possibility of a fire emergency requiring the evacuation of occupants. 32.1.1.4.2.1 Because the safety of personal care home residents or residents of a community living arrangement cannot be adequately ensured by dependence on evacuation of the building, their protection from fire shall be provided by appropriate arrangement of facilities; adequate trained staff (refer to 406.2.1 of the International Fire Code as adopted by 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner); and development of operating and maintenance procedures composed of the following: (1) Design, construction, and compartmentation (2) Provision for detection, alarm, and extinguishment (3) Fire protection and planning, training, and drilling programs for the isolation of fire, transfer of occupants to areas of refuge, or evacuation of the building." 3. Delete paragraph 32.1.1.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.1.1.5 "All new facilities classified as residential board and care occupancies shall conform to the requirements of this chapter. This chapter is divided into six sections as follows: (1) Section 32.1 - General Requirements. (2) Section 32.2 - Small Facilities (Sleeping accommodations for not more than six residents. (Includes Personal Care Homes and Community Living Arrangements for five or six residents) (3) Section 32.3 - Large Facilities (Sleeping accommodations for seven or more residents. This includes Personal Care Homes, as defined in section 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. It also includes Community Living Arrangements with seven or more residents.) (4) Section 32.4 - Additional minimum requirements for an Apartment Building Housing a Board and Care Occupancy. (5) Section 32.5 - Community Living Arrangement Facilities (small and large) (As defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner) (6) Section 32.7 Operating Features." 4. Delete subsection 32.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.1.2 " Classification of Occupancy. See 6.1.9 and provisions of this Chapter 32, and the applicable definitions in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 5. Delete subparagraph 32.2.1.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.2.1.1.1 " Scope. This section applies to a community living arrangement with 5 to 6 residents and to residential board and care occupancies, including a personal care home, providing sleeping accommodations for not more than 6 residents. Where there are sleeping accommodations for more than 6 residents of a residential board and care occupancy, including a personal care home or community living arrangement, the occupancy shall be classed as a large facility. The requirements for large facilities are found in Section 32.3. The provisions of 32.5 also apply to community living arrangements. (Also see 3.3.196.12.)" 6. Add a new paragraph 32.2.1.5 to read as follows: 32.2.1.5 " Classification of Hazards of Contents. Contents of Residential Board and Care occupancies shall be classified in accordance with the provisions of Section 6.2." 7. Add a new subparagraph 32.2.3.2.6 to read as follows: 32.2.3.2.6 "Residential cooking appliances such as stoves (a maximum of four surface burners or cooking elements) and griddles shall be protected by a listed self-contained residential fire suppression systems located in residential hoods over each cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside. Automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power source shall be provided. Commercial cooking appliances including fryers shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.3, and shall not be required to have openings protected between food preparation areas and dining areas. 32.2.3.2.6.1 Subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction, the protection of residential cooking equipment shall not be required in buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system as provided in 32.2.3.5. The protection authorized by 32.2.3.5.5 is acceptable for purposes of this section, provided, however, exhaust hood shall still be required to be vented to the outside. 32.2.3.2.6.2 Subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction, no protection is required over residential cooking appliances such as grills and stoves in facilities which have a prompt evacuation capability and having a licensed capacity as determined by the Department of Human Resources of six or less residents." 8. Add new subparagraph 32.2.3.4.5.5 to read as follows: 32.2.3.4.5.5 "Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired persons." 9. Delete subparagraph 32.2.3.5.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.2.3.5.2 "In conversions, sprinklers shall not be required in small board and care homes, including personal care homes and community living arrangements serving six or fewer residents when all occupants have the ability as a group to move reliably to a point of safety within three minutes. 32.2.3.5.2.1 Where the provisions of 32.2.3.5.2 are not met and maintained, the sprinkler protection requirement may be met through the installation of a sprinkler system complying with 32.2.3.5." 10. Add a new subsection 32.2.3.5.9 to read as follows: 32.2.3.5.9 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all residential board and care occupancies and on each floor of a personal care home or community living arrangement facility in accordance with 9.9." 11. Delete (1) of subparagraph 32.2.3.6.1 and substitute in its place the following: (1) "The separation walls of sleeping rooms shall be capable of resisting fire for not less than 30 minutes, which is considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with materials such as, but not limited to, 1/2 inch thick gypsum board, wood lath and plaster, or metal lath and plaster. It shall be acceptable for corridor walls to terminate at a ceiling which is constructed similar to a corridor wall capable of resisting fire for not less than 30 minutes." 12. Add new subparagraph 32.2.5.2.4 to read as follows: 32.2.5.2.4 "Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of small residential board and care occupancies, including personal care homes and community living arrangements. 32.2.5.2.4.1 In emergency conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufacturer's instructions and the authority having jurisdiction." 13. Delete subparagraph 32.3.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.3.1.1.1 "This section applies to residential board and care occupancies, including licensed personal care homes and community living arrangements with more than 6 residents, as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Where there are sleeping accommodations for six or less residents, or a community living arrangement for 5 to 6 residents, the occupancy shall be classed as a small facility. The requirements for small facilities are found in Section 32.2. 14. Add a new Section 32.3.1.2 to read as follows: 32.3.1.2 " Assisted Living Communities and Memory Care Units. 32.3.1.2.1 This chapter shall not apply to any building, or portion thereof, newly constructed, or substantially renovated, as defined in O.C.G.A. 25-2-14(d) , so as to be designated and licensed by the Georgia Department of Community Health as an assisted living community or memory care unit, as defined in Section 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Refer to Chapter 34 or 35 for the applicable requirements for such facilities." 15. Delete 32.3.1.2 and insert a new 32.3.1.2 to read as follows: 32.3.1.2 Requirements Based on Evacuation Capability. Definitions for the classifications of evacuation capability are defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. For purposes of Section 32.3, large facilities are assumed to have an impractical evacuation capability. 16. Add a new item 8 to subparagraph 32.3.2.2.2 to read as follows: (9) ": Doors to resident rooms may be subject to being locked by the occupant, if they can be unlocked from the opposite side and keys are carried by staff at all times. Additional keys must be available/accessible to the staff." 17. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.6.1 to read as follows: 32.3.2.6.1 "Travel distance shall not exceed 35 feet (10.7 m) in any story below the level of exit discharge occupied for public purposes." 18. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.6.2 to read as follows: 32.3.2.6.2 "Travel distance shall not exceed 75 feet (22.9 m) in any story below the level of exit discharge not occupied for public purposes." 19. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.6.3 to read as follows: 32.3.2.6.3 "Any story below the level of exit discharge occupied for public purposes shall have at least two separate exits provided from each story with a maximum dead-end corridor of 20 feet (6.1 m). Any floor below the level of exit discharge not open to the public and used only for mechanical equipment, storage, and service operations (other than kitchens which are considered part of the residential board and care occupancies) shall have exits appropriate to its actual occupancy in accordance with other applicable sections of this Code ." 20. Delete paragraph 32.3.2.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.3.2.9 "Emergency lighting in accordance with Section 7.9 of the Code shall be provided in means of egress and common areas in all residential board and care occupancies. 32.3.2.9.1 "Where each resident room has a direct exit to the outside of the building at ground level, no emergency lighting shall be required." 21. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.2.11.1 to read as follows: 32.3.2.11.1 "Every stairwell door shall allow reentry from the stairwell to the interior of the building or an automatic release shall be provided to unlock all stairwell doors to allow re-entry. Such automatic release shall be actuated with the initiation of the building fire alarm system or upon loss of power." 22. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.3.1.4 to read as follows: 32.3.3.1.4 "Stairway enclosures shall not be required where a one-story stair connects two levels within a single dwelling unit, resident room or suite." 23. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.3.2.4 to read as follows: 32.3.3.2.4 "The provisions of Table 32.3.3.2.2 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 24. Delete subparagraph 32.3.3.4.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.3.3.4.7 " Smoke Alarms. Each sleeping room shall be provided with an approved single station smoke alarm in accordance with 9.6.2.10. Approved smoke alarms shall be powered by the building's electrical system and be provided with a 11/2-hour emergency power source." 32.3.3.4.7.1 Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired residents in personal care homes or Community Living Arrangements." 25. Delete subparagraph 32.3.3.4.8 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.3.3.4.8 " Smoke Detection Systems. All corridors and common spaces shall be provided with smoke detectors in accordance with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code , arranged to initiate the fire alarm such that it is audible in all sleeping areas. Detectors shall be located in corridors or hallway so there is a detector within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the wall and at least every 30 feet (9.1 m) thereafter. Where a building has more than one floor level, a detector shall be located at the top of each stair and inside each enclosure. (Refer to 3.3.264) 32.3.3.4.8.1 Detectors may be excluded from crawl spaces beneath the building and unused and unfinished attics. 32.3.3.4.8.2 Unenclosed corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or other arrangements where one or more sides along the long dimension are fully or extensively open to the exterior at all times." 26. Delete subparagraph 32.3.3.5.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.3.3.5.7 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all residential board and care occupancies and on each floor of a personal care home or community living arrangement facility in accordance with 9.9." 27. Delete subparagraph 32.3.3.6.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.3.3.6.6 "There shall be no louvers, transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages penetrating such walls or doors other than properly installed heating and utility installations. Unprotected openings shall be prohibited in partitions of interior corridors serving as exit access from resident rooms. Transfer grilles, whether protected by fusible link operated dampers or not, shall not be used in corridor walls or doors between resident rooms and interior corridors. 32.3.3.6.6.1 Existing transoms installed in corridor partitions of resident rooms shall be fixed in the closed position and shall be covered or otherwise protected to provide a fire-resistance rating at least equivalent to that of the wall in which they are installed." 28. Add a new subparagraph 32.3.5.2.4 to read as follows: 32.3.5.2.4 "Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of large residential board and care occupancies. 32.3.5.2.4.1 "In emergency conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufactures instructions and the authority having jurisdiction." 29. Delete section 32.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.5 " Community Living Arrangement Facilities. 32.5.1 General. The following shall be provided in addition to the requirements of this Chapter for facilities subject to being licensed as a Community Living Arrangement. Where there are conflicts in requirements specified elsewhere in this Chapter, the requirements specified under Section 32.5 shall prevail. 32.5.2 Address identification. Community Living Arrangement structures shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in accordance with the provisions of the International Fire Code . 32.5.3 Means of Egress. 32.5.3.1 Number of Means of Escape. In any dwelling or dwelling unit of two rooms or more, every sleeping room and every living area shall have not less than one primary means of escape and one secondary means of escape. 32.5.3.1.1 A secondary means of escape shall not be required where the bedroom or living area has a door leading directly to the outside of the building at or to grade level. 32.5.3.1.2 Exits for the mobility impaired. A Community Living Arrangement serving a resident dependent upon a wheelchair or other mechanical device for mobility shall provide at least two (2) exits from the Community Living Arrangement, remote from each other, which are accessible to the residents." 32.5.3.2 Bedrooms. Bedrooms for residents shall be separated from halls, corridors and other rooms by floor to ceiling walls. capable of resisting fire for not less than 1/2-hour, which is considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with lath and plaster or materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier. Sleeping room doors shall be substantial doors, such as those of 13/4-in. (4.4-cm) thick, solid-bonded wood core construction or other construction of equal or greater stability and fire integrity. Any vision panels shall be fixed fire window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 or shall be wired glass not exceeding 1296 in. 2 (0.84 m2) each in area and installed in approved frames. 32.5.3.2.1 A room shall not be used as a bedroom where more than one-half the room height is below ground level. 32.5.3.2.2 Bedrooms which are partially below ground level shall have adequate natural light and ventilation and be provided with two useful means of egress. 32.5.3.2.3 Bedrooms occupied by residents shall have doors that can be closed. Doors shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm) wide. 32.5.3.2.4 Any door in the path of travel of a means of means of egress or escape shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm) wide. 32.5.3.2.5 Residents who need assistance with ambulation shall be provided bedrooms that have access to a ground-level exit to the outside or provided bedrooms above ground level that have access to exits with easily negotiable ramps or easily accessible lifts. 32.5.3.3 Locks . 32.5.3.3.1 Bedrooms may have locks on doors provided both the occupant and staff are provided with keys to ensure easy entry. Double-cylinder locks (locks requiring a key on both sides) are prohibited be used on the bedroom door of a resident. 32.5.3.3.2 Exterior doors shall be equipped with locks that do not require keys to open the door from the inside. 32.5.4 Detection and Alarm Systems 32.5.4.1 A fire alarm system meeting the minimum requirements for Single- and Multiple Station Alarms and Household Fire Alarm Systems per NFPA 72 shall be installed. 32.5.4.2 Smoke Detection. 32.5.4.2.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with the provisions of 9.6.2.10. Any additional detection/alarm devices shall be as established by O.C.G.A. § 25-2-40 . 32.5.4.2.2 Smoke alarms shall be installed on all levels, including basements but excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics. 32.5.4.2.3 Additional smoke alarms shall be installed for all living areas as defined in 3.3.119 and 3.3.25.5. 32.5.4.2.4 Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired persons. 32.5.4.3 Carbon Monoxide Detectors. 32.5.4.3.1 Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in accordance with 32.3.3.4.9. 32.5.5 Protection. 32.5.5.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with 9.9 shall be provided near hazardous areas. 32.5.5.1.1 At least one 2A rated multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher shall be provided on each occupied floor and in the basement that shall be readily accessible. 32.5.5.1.2 Required portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained annually by a licensed fire safety technician annually in accordance with NFPA 10. 32.5.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure they are charged and in operable condition. 32.5.6 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. 32.5.6.1 Portable space heaters shall not be used. 32.5.6.2 Fire screens and protective devices shall be used with fireplaces, stoves and fixed heaters. 32.5.6.3 A water temperature monitor or a scald valve shall be installed where necessary to ensure the safety of the residents. Heated water provided for use of residents shall not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the hot water fixture, unless a cooler temperature is required by the needs of the individual. 32.5.7 Operating Features. 32.5.7.1 Staffing. The Community Living Arrangement shall have as many qualified and trained employees on duty as shall be needed to safeguard properly the health, safety, and welfare of residents and ensure the provision of services the residents require to be delivered in the Community Living Arrangement. 32.5.7.1.1 Before working independently with residents, each staff member shall be trained and show continuing evidence of competence in fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures. A resident shall not be considered a staff person in the residence in which they live. (Refer to Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code regarding care-giver minimum training requirements.) 32.5.7.2 Evacuation Capabilities. Community Living Arrangement shall maintain a staffing ratio sufficient to ensure that all residents can successfully respond to a fire or other emergency using self-preservation or assisted preservation measures as defined by 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Residents who cannot successfully respond shall be provided with a minimum of one dedicated employee whose primary responsibility is to provide evacuation of the resident in the event of a fire or other emergency. The dedicated employee/employees shall be in close attendance to the affected resident at all times. 32.5.7.3 Drills. Fire drills shall be conducted at least quarterly on each shift. At least two drills per calendar year shall be during sleeping hours. All fire drills shall be documented with staffing involved. (See Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code regarding fire and emergency evacuation drills.) 32.5.7.4 Procedures . There shall be established procedures and mechanisms for alerting and caring for residents in case of emergencies and for evacuating them to safety. An evacuation plan with clear instructions shall be available within each resident room. Each sleeping room shall have a secondary exit, which may be a door or a window usable for escape." 30. Delete subsections 32.7.1, 32.7.2, and 32.7.3 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 32.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Residential board and care facilities (Group I-1 and R-4 occupancies), including personal care homes and community living arrangements shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, resident training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The specific provisions of 32.5.7 shall also apply to community living arrangements." 31. Delete subsection 32.7.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 32.7.4 " Smoking. Smoking regulations shall be adopted and shall include the following minimal provisions. 32.7.4.1 Smoking shall be prohibited in any room, area or compartment where flammable liquids, combustible gases, or oxygen are used or stored and in any other hazardous location. Such areas shall be posted with ' NO SMOKING' signs. 32.7.4.2 Smoking by residents classified as not responsible shall be prohibited, Exception unless the resident is under direct supervision. 32.7.4.3 Ashtrays of noncombustible material and safe design shall be provided in all areas where smoking is permitted. 32.7.4.4 Metal containers with self-closing cover devices into which ashtrays may be emptied shall be readily available in all areas where smoking is permitted." 32. Add a new paragraph 33.7.5.4 to read as follows: 32.7.5.4 "Wastebaskets and other waste containers shall be of noncombustible or other approved materials." (cc) Modifications to Chapter 33: 1. Delete paragraphs 33.1.4.1 and 33.1.4.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 33.1.4.1 " General. For definitions see Chapter 3, Definitions and 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner (RRSFC). Where there is a difference in definitions, the definitions in 120-3-3-.03 shall prevail. 33.1.4.2 Special Definitions. (1) Broad and Care Occupancies, Residential. See RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 . (2) Community Living Arrangement. See RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 (3) Evacuation Capability, Impractical. See RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 . (4) Evacuation Capability, Prompt. See RRSFC 120-3-3.03. (5) Evacuation Capability, Slow. See RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 . (6) Personal Care. See RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 . (7) Personal Care Home. See RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 . (8) Self-preservation. See RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 . 2. Add new subparagraphs 33.1.1.4.1 through 33.1.1.4.3 to read as follows: 33.1.1.4.1 "Community Living Arrangements for five to six residents shall comply with the requirements of Sections 33.2 and 33.5 33.1.1.4.2 Community Living Arrangements for seven or more residents shall comply with the requirements of Sections 33.3 and 33.5. 33.1.1.4.3 Refer to 120-3-3-.03 for the definition of a "Community Living Arrangement." 33.1.1.4.4 Existing large personal care homes with 25 or more residents desiring to be licensed as an Assisted Living Community or as a Memory Care Unit, both as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall meet the requirements for a conversion to a large residential board and care occupancy and the applicable provisions for assisted living communities or memory care units as set forth by Chapter 35 of this Code . (Also defined in RRSFC 120-3-3-.03 )." 3. Delete paragraph 33.1.1.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.1.1.5 "All existing facilities classified as residential board and care occupancies shall conform to the requirements of this chapter. This chapter is divided into six sections as follows: (1) Section 33.1 - General Requirements. (2) Section 33.2 - Small Facilities (sleeping accommodations for not more than six residents. Includes small personal care homes and community living arrangements.) (3) Section 33.3 - Large Facilities (sleeping accommodations for seven or more residents. This includes existing "personal care homes" as defined in section 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and not licensed as an "Assisted Living Community" or "Memory Care Unit") (4) Section 33.4 - Additional minimum requirements for an Apartment Building Housing a Board and Care Occupancy. (5) Section 33.5 - Community Living Arrangement Facilities (6) Section 33.7 - Operating Features." 4. Add a new subsection 33.1.9 to read as follows: 33.1.9 " Classification of Hazards of Contents. Contents of Residential Board and Care occupancies shall be classified in accordance with the provisions of Section 6.2." 5. Delete paragraph 33.2.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.2.1.1 " Scope. This section applies to residential board and care occupancies, including community living arrangements with 5 to 6 residents and personal care homes providing sleeping accommodations for not more than six residents. Where there are sleeping accommodations for more than six residents of a residential board and care occupancy or a community living arrangement more than 6, the occupancy shall be classed as a large facility. The requirements for large facilities are found in Section 33.3." 6. Add a new paragraph 33.2.1.5 to read as follows: 33.2.1.5 " Occupant Load. The occupant load of small Residential Board and Care occupancies (personal care occupancies) or any individual story or section thereof for the purpose of determining exits shall be the maximum number of persons intended to occupy the floor on the basis of the occupant load factors of Table 7.3.1.2. (Also see 3.3.22.2.1 for Gross Floor Area.)" 7. Add a new subparagraph 33.2.3.2.6 to read as follows: 33.2.3.2.6 "Residential cooking appliances such as stoves and griddles shall be protected by listed self-contained residential fire suppression systems located in residential hoods over each cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside. Automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power source shall be provided. Commercial cooking appliances including fryers shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.3 and shall not be required to have openings protected between food preparation areas and dining areas. 33.2.3.2.6.1 "Subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction, the protection of residential cooking equipment shall not be required in buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system as provided in 33.2.3.5. The exhaust hood is still required to be vented to the outside. 33.2.3.2.6.2 "No protection is required over residential cooking appliances such as grills and stoves in facilities which have prompt evacuation capability and have a licensed capacity as determined by the Department of Community Health of six or less residents." 8. Add new subparagraph 33.2.3.4.3.1 to read as follows: 33.2.3.4.3.1 "Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired persons." 9. Add a new subparagraph 33.2.3.4.3.1 to read as follows: 33.2.3.4.3.1 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply. 10. Add new subparagraph 33.2.3.4.5 to read as follows: 33.2.3.4.5 " Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in all community living arrangements where natural gas, LP gas or heating oil is used to heat the residence or where a solid fuel-burning appliance is located in the residence." 11. Delete subparagraph 33.2.3.5.3.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.2.3.5.3.7 " Impractical and Slow Evacuation Capability. All slow and impractical evacuation capability facilities shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 33.2.3.5.3." 12. Add new subparagraph 33.2.5.2.4 to read as follows: 33.2.5.2.4 "Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fired space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of small residential board and care occupancies, including personal care homes and community living arrangements. 33.2.5.2.4.1 In emergency conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufactures instructions and the authority having jurisdiction." 13. Add a new subsection 33.2.6 to read as follows: 33.2.6 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all residential board and care occupancies, personal care homes or community living arrangement facilities as follows. 33.2.6.1 Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with Section 9.9 of this Code shall be provided near hazardous areas. Also, at least one 2A rated multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher shall be provided on each occupied floor and in the basement, and they shall be readily accessible. 33.2.6.1.2 Required portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained at least annually by a licensed fire safety technician in accordance with NFPA 10. 33.6.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure they are charged and in operable condition." 14. Delete paragraph 33.3.1.1.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.1.1.1 " Scope. This section applies to residential board and care occupancies, including personal care homes and community living arrangements providing sleeping accommodations for 7 or more residents. Where there are sleeping accommodations for six or less residents or a community living arrangement for 5 to 6 residents, the occupancy shall be classed as a small facility. The requirements for small facilities are found in Section 33.2." 15. Delete 33.3.1.2.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.1.2.2 " Impractical. Large facilities classified as impractical evacuation capability shall meet the requirements of 33.3 for impractical evacuation capability, or the requirements for new large facilities in Chapter 32, unless the authority having jurisdiction has determined equivalent safety is provided in accordance with Section 1.4." 16. Add a new subsection 33.3.1.4 to read as follows: 33.3.1.4 " Occupant Load. The occupant load of small Residential Board and Care occupancies or Personal Care occupancies or any individual story or section thereof for the purpose of determining exits shall be the maximum number of persons intended to occupy the floor as determined on the basis of the occupant load factors of Table 7.3.1.2. Gross floor area shall be measured within the exterior building walls with no deductions. (See 3.3.22.2.1)." 17. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.3.1.1.4 to read as follows: 33.3.3.1.1.4 "Enclosure of stairs, smoke proof towers and exit passageways in buildings existing prior to April 15, 1986, shall be fire barriers of at least 20-minute fire-resistance rating with all openings protected in accordance with paragraph 8.3.3 of this Code in buildings less than three stories in height. In buildings existing prior to April 15, 1986, more than three stories in height, the enclosure shall not be less than a 1-hour fire-resistance rating with all openings protected in accordance with paragraph 8.3.4.4 of this Code ." 18. Add a new exception to subparagraph 33.3.2.2.2(10) to read as follows: 33.3.2.2.2(10) "Doors to resident rooms may be subject to being locked by the occupant, if they can be unlocked from the opposite side and keys are carried by staff at all times. Additional keys must be available to and accessible by the staff." 19. Delete subparagraph 33.3.2.5.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.2.5.4 "No dead-end corridor shall exceed 35 feet (10.7 m)." 20. Delete subparagraph 33.3.2.6.3.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.2.6.3.3 "Travel distance to exits shall not exceed 150 feet (45.7 m) if the exit access and any portion of the building that is tributary to the exit access are protected throughout by approved automatic sprinkler systems. In addition, the portion of the building in which the 150 feet (45.7 m) travel distance is permitted shall be separated from the remainder of the building by construction having not less than a 1-hour fire-resistance rating for buildings not greater than three stories in height and 2-hour for buildings greater than three stories in height." 21. Add a new subparagraph 3 3.3.2.6.3.4 to read as follows: 33.3.2.6.3.4 "No residents shall be located on floors below the level of exit discharge. 33.3.2.6.3.4.1 In facilities existing prior to April 15, 1986, any floor below the level of exit discharge occupied for public purposes shall have exits arranged such that it will not be necessary to travel more than 100 feet (30.5 m) from the door of any room to reach the nearest exit." 22. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.2.6.4 to read as follows: 33.3.2.6.4 "Any floor below the level of exit discharge not open to the public and used only for mechanical equipment, storage, and service operations (other than kitchens which are considered part of the residential board and care occupancies) shall have exits appropriate to its actual occupancy in accordance with other applicable sections of this Code ." 23. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.2.7.1 to read as follows: 33.3.2.7.1 "At least half of the required exit capacity of upper floors, exclusive of horizontal exits, shall lead directly to the street or through a yard, court, or passageway with protected openings and separated from all parts of the interior of the building." 24. Delete paragraph 33.3.2.9 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.2.9 " Emergency Lighting. Emergency lighting in accordance with Section 7.9 of the Code shall be provided in means of egress and common areas in all residential board and care occupancies. 33.3.2.9.1 Where each guestroom has a direct exit to the outside of the building at ground level, no emergency lighting shall be required." 25. Delete 33.3.2.11.1 and insert a new subparagraph 33.3.2.11.1 to read as follows: 33.3.2.11.1 "Every stairwell door shall allow re-entry from the stairwell to the interior of the building or an automatic release shall be provided to unlock all stairwell doors to allow re-entry. Such automatic release shall be actuated with the initiation of the building fire alarm system or upon loss of power." 26. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.2.11.3 to read as follows: 33.3.2.11.3 "Stairway enclosures shall not be required where a one-story stair connects two levels within a single dwelling unit, resident room or suite." 27. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.3.1.4 to read as follows: 33.3.3.1.4 "Any required exit stair which is so located such that it is necessary to pass through the lobby or other open space to reach the outside of the building shall be continuously enclosed down to the lobby level, or to a mezzanine within the lobby. 33.3.3.1.4.1 In existing two-story buildings only, the second floor level may be fire stopped with a fire barrier having at least a 1-hour fire-resistance rating. Vision panels not exceeding 1,296 square inches (8361 cu cm) and installed in steel frames shall be provided in the doors of the fire barrier." 28. Add two new subparagraphs 33.3.3.2.2.1 and 33.3.3.2.2.2 to read as follows: 33.3.3.2.2.1 "The provisions of 33.3.3.2.2 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 33.3.3.2.2.2 The provisions of 33.3.3.2.2 shall not apply in existing residential board and care occupancies constructed prior to April 15, 1986, with regard to the location of the equipment only." 29. Delete section 33.3.3.8 to read as follows: 33.3.3.8.1 "A personal care home having a licensed capacity as determined by the Department of Community Health of 16 or less residents shall have residential cooking appliances such as stoves and griddles protected by a listed self-contained residential fire suppression system located in residential hood over each cooking surface, with the exhaust hood vented directly to the outside. Automatic disconnects of the fuel source or power source shall be provided. Commercial cooking appliances including fryers shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.3 and shall not be required to have openings protected between food preparation areas and dining areas. 33.3.3.8.2 A personal care home constructed prior to January 28, 1993, and having a licensed capacity as determined by the Department of Community Health of 16 or less residents may have food preparation facilities in accordance with NFPA 91, Standard for Exhaust Systems for Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate Solids, 1983 edition. 33.3.3.8.3 A personal care home constructed prior to January 28, 1993, and having a licensed capacity as determined by the Department of Community Health of 16 residents or less may have food preparation facilities which have a ventilating hood meeting the provisions of NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code , as specified in Chapters 120-3-14 and 120-3-16, of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, and NFPA 91 , Standard for Exhaust Systems for Conveying of Vapors, Gases, Mists, and Noncombustible Particulate Solids , as specified in Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 33.3.3.8.4 Subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction, the protection of residential cooking equipment shall not be required in buildings protected by an automatic sprinkler system as provided in 32.2.3.5. The exhaust hood is still required to be vented to the outside." 30. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.3.4.7.1.1 to read as follows: 33.3.3.4.7.1.1 "Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired persons located in Community Living Arrangements." 31. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.4.7.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.4.7.2 "The provisions of 9.6.2.10.8.1 and 9.6.2.10.8.2 shall also apply." 32. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.4.8 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.4.8 " Smoke Detection Systems. All corridors and common spaces shall be provided with smoke detectors in accordance with NFPA 72, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, arranged to initiate the fire alarm such that it is audible in all sleeping areas. Detectors shall be located in corridors or hallway so there is a detector within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the wall and at least every 30 feet (9.1 m) thereafter. Where a building has more than one floor level, a detector shall be located at the top of each stair and inside each enclosure. 33.3.3.4.8.2 Smoke detection systems may be excluded from crawl spaces beneath the building and unused and unfinished attics. 33.3.3.4.8.3 Smoke detection systems shall not be required in unenclosed corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or other arrangements where one or more sides along the long dimension are fully or extensively open to the exterior at all times." 33. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.5.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.5.2 "Sprinkler installation may be omitted in bathrooms where the area does not exceed 55 square feet (5.1 sq. m) and the walls and ceilings, including behind fixtures, are of noncombustible or limited combustible materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier or in clothes closets, linen closets, and pantries within the facility where the area of the space does not exceed 24 square feet (2.2 sq. m) and the least dimension does not exceed 3 feet (0.91 m) and the walls and ceilings are surfaced with noncombustible or limited combustible materials as defined by NFPA 220 , Standard on Types of Building Construction , as specified in Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 34. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.5.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.5.1.3 "Automatic sprinklers installed in accordance with NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes , 1991 edition, as modified by Chapter 120-3-3, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, which were in effect shall be acceptable as a complying sprinkler system." 35. Add a new subparagraph 33.3.3.5.1.4 to read as follows: 33.3.3.5.1.4 "Automatic sprinkler systems installed in existing facilities prior to November 1, 1987, may be continued in use subject to the approval of the authority having jurisdiction as defined in paragraph 3.2.2 of the Code ." 36. Add new subparagraph 33.3.3.4.9 to read as follows: 33.3.3.4.9 " Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in all community living arrangements where natural gas, LP gas or heating oil is used to heat the residence or where a solid fuel-burning appliance is located in the residence." 37. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.5.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.5.7 " Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all residential board and care occupancies and on each floor of a community living arrangement facility in accordance with 9.9." 38. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.6.1 and subparagraphs to 33.3.3.6.1 in their entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.6.1 "Access shall be provided from every resident use area to not less than one means of egress that is separated from all other rooms or spaces by walls complying with 33.3.3.6.3 through 33.3.3.6.6.3." 39. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.6.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.6.3 "Fire barriers required by 33.3.3.6.1 and 33.3.3.6.2 shall have a fire-resistance rating of not less than 30 minutes. Fixed fire window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 shall be permitted. 33.5.3.6.3.1 The provisions of 33.3.3.6.3 shall not apply where the resident room has a door providing direct exiting at grade or to an open air balcony leading to exiting at grade." 40. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.6.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.6.4 "Doors in fire barriers required by 33.3.3.6.1 or 33.3.3.6.2 shall have a fire protection rating of not less than twenty (20) minutes and shall have positive latching. 33.3.3.6.4.1 Existing 13/4 inch (44.5 mm) thick, solid bonded wood core doors shall be permitted to continue to be used. These doors shall be positive latching. 33.3.3.6.4.2 Walls that are required only to resist the passage of smoke, without a fire-resistance rating, shall be permitted to have doors that resist the passage of smoke without a fire protection rating. These doors shall be positive latching. 33.3.3.6.4.3 In existing personal care occupancies existing prior to April 15, 1986, the doors shall be constructed to resist the passage of smoke and shall be a least equal in fire protection to a 11/4 inch (31.8 mm) thick solid bonded core wood door and shall have positive latching." 41. Delete subparagraph 33.3.3.6.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.3.3.6.5 "Walls and doors required by 33.3.3.6.1 and 33.3.3.6.2 shall be constructed to resist the passage of fire and smoke for not less than 30 minutes. There shall be no louvers, transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages penetrating such walls or doors except properly installed heating and utility installations. Unprotected openings shall be prohibited in partitions of interior corridors serving as exit access from resident rooms. Transfer grilles, whether protected by fusible link operated dampers or not, shall not be used in corridor walls or doors between resident rooms and interior corridors. 33.3.3.6.5.1 "Existing transoms installed in corridor partitions of resident rooms shall be fixed in the closed position and shall be covered or otherwise protected to provide a fire-resistance rating at least equivalent to that of the wall in which they are installed." 42. Add new subparagraph 33.3.5.2.4 to read as follows: 33.3.5.2.4 "Portable electric and liquefied petroleum gas or liquid fuel fire space heating devices designed to be portable are prohibited in all portions of large residential board and care occupancies. 33.3.5.2.4.1 In emergency conditions when approved by the authority having jurisdiction, equipment designed to be portable may be used for a specified time provided such equipment is properly protected and separated from combustibles as specified by the manufactures instructions and the authority having jurisdiction." 43. Delete subsection 33.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 33.5 " Community Living Arrangement Facilities. 33.5.1 General. The following shall be provided in addition to the requirements of this Chapter for facilities subject to being licensed as a Community Living Arrangement. Where there are conflicts in requirements specified elsewhere in this Chapter, the requirements specified under Section 33.5 shall prevail. 33.5.2 Address identification. Community Living Arrangement structures shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in accordance with the provisions of the International Fire Code . 33.5.3 Means of Egress. 33.5.3.1 A Community Living Arrangement serving a resident dependent upon a wheelchair or other mechanical device for mobility shall provide at least two (2) exits from the Community Living Arrangement, remote from each other, which are accessible to the residents. 33.5.3.2 Bedrooms for residents shall be separated from halls, corridors and other rooms by floor to ceiling walls. capable of resisting fire for not less than 1/2-hour, which is considered to be achieved if the partitioning is finished on both sides with lath and plaster or materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier. Sleeping room doors shall be substantial doors, such as those of 13/4-in. (4.4-cm) thick, solid-bonded wood core construction or other construction of equal or greater stability and fire integrity. Any vision panels shall be fixed fire window assemblies in accordance with 8.3.3 or shall be wired glass not exceeding 1296 in. 2 (0.84 m2) each in area and installed in approved frames. 33.5.3.3 A room shall not be used as a bedroom where more than one-half the room height is below ground level. 33.5.3.4 Bedrooms which are partially below ground level shall have adequate natural light and ventilation and be provided with two useful means of egress. 33.5.3.5 Bedrooms occupied by residents shall have doors that can be closed. Doors shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm) wide. 33.5.3.6 Any door in the path of travel of a means of means of egress or escape shall be not less than 32 in. (81 cm) wide. 33.5.3.7 Residents who need assistance with ambulation shall be provided bedrooms that have access to a ground-level exit to the outside or provided bedrooms above ground level that have access to exits with easily negotiable ramps or easily accessible lifts. 33.5.3.8 Locks. 33.5.3.8.1 Bedrooms may have locks on doors provided both the occupant and staff are provided with keys to ensure easy entry. Double-cylinder locks (locks requiring a key on both sides) are prohibited be used on the bedroom door of a resident. 33.5.3.8.2 Exterior doors shall be equipped with locks that do not require keys to open the door from the inside. 33.5.3.9 Number of Means of Escape. In any dwelling or dwelling unit of two rooms or more, every sleeping room and every living area shall have not less than one primary means of escape and one secondary means of escape. 33.5.3.9.1 A secondary means of escape shall not be required where the bedroom or living area has a door leading directly to the outside of the building at or to grade level. 33.5.4 Detection and Alarm Systems 33.5.4.1 A fire alarm system meeting the minimum requirements for Single- and Multiple Station Alarms and Household Fire Alarm Systems per NFPA 72, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be installed. 33.5.4.2 Smoke Detection. 33.5.4.2.1 Smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with the provisions of 9.6.2.10. Any additional detection/alarm devices shall be as established by O.C.G.A. § 25-2-40 . 33.5.4.2.2 Smoke alarms shall be installed on all levels, including basements but excluding crawl spaces and unfinished attics. 33.5.4.2.3 Additional smoke alarms shall be installed for all living areas as defined in 3.3.22.5. 33.5.4.2.4 Strobe alarms shall be used when required by the needs of the resident, e.g., for hearing impaired persons. 33.5.4.3 Carbon Monoxide Detectors. 33.5.4.3.1 Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in the residence where natural gas, LP gas or heating oil is used to heat the residence. 33.5.4.3.2 Carbon monoxide detectors shall be provided in the residence if a solid fuel-burning fireplace is installed the residence 33.5.5 Protection. 33.5.5.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers in accordance with 9.9 shall be provided near hazardous areas. 33.5.5.1.1 At least one 2A rated multipurpose ABC fire extinguisher shall be provided on each occupied floor and in the basement that shall be readily accessible. 33.5.5.1.2 Required portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected and maintained annually by a state licensed or permitted fire extinguisher technician annually in accordance with NFPA 10, as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 33.5.5.1.3 Monthly quick check inspections shall be conducted by the staff of the Community Living Arrangement to ensure they are charged and in operable condition. 33.5.6 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning. 33.5.6.1 Space heaters shall not be used. 33.5.6.2 Fire screens and protective devices shall be used with fireplaces, stoves, and heaters. 33.5.6.3 A water temperature monitor or a scald valve shall be installed where necessary to ensure the safety of the residents. Heated water provided for use of residents shall not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the hot water fixture, unless a cooler temperature is required by the needs of the individual. 33.5.7 Operating Features. 33.5.7.1 Staffing. The Community Living Arrangement shall have as many qualified and trained employees on duty as shall be needed to safeguard properly the health, safety, and welfare of residents and ensure the provision of services the residents require to be delivered in the Community Living Arrangement. 33.5.7.1.1 Before working independently with residents, each staff member shall be trained and show continuing evidence of competence in fire safety and emergency evacuation procedures. A resident shall not be considered a staff person in the residence in which they live. (See Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.) 33.5.7.2 Evacuation Capabilities. Community Living Arrangement shall maintain a staffing ratio sufficient to ensure that all residents can meet a prompt evacuation capability as defined in 120-3-3-.03 of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Residents who cannot meet a prompt evacuation capability classification shall be provided with a minimum of one dedicated employee whose primary responsibility is to provide evacuation of the resident in the event of a fire or other emergency. The dedicated employee/employees shall be in close attendance at all times. 33.5.7.3 Drills. Fire drills shall be conducted at least quarterly on each shift. At least two drills per calendar year shall be during sleeping hours. All fire drills shall be documented with staffing involved. (See Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner.) 33.5.7.4 Procedures. There shall be established procedures and mechanisms for alerting and caring for residents in case of emergencies and for evacuating them to safety. An evacuation plan with clear instructions shall be available within each residence. Each sleeping room shall have a secondary exit, which may be a door or a window usable for escape." 44. Delete subsections 33.7.1, 33.7.2, and 33.7.3 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 33.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Residential board and care facilities (Group I1 and R-4 occupancies), including community living arrangements and personal care homes, shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, resident training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 45. Delete subsection 33.7.4 in its entirety and substitute in their place the following: 33.7.4 " Smoking. Smoking regulations shall be adopted and shall include the following minimal provisions. 33.7.4.1 Smoking shall be prohibited in any room, area or compartment where flammable liquids, combustible gases, or oxygen are used or stored and in any other hazardous location. Such areas shall be posted with "NO SMOKING" signs. 33.7.4.2 Smoking by residents classified as not responsible shall be prohibited. 33.7.4.2.1 Smoking is permitted by residents classified as not responsible when under direct supervision. 33.7.4.3 Ashtrays of noncombustible material and safe design shall be provided in all areas where smoking is permitted. 33.7.4.4 Metal containers with self-closing cover devices into which ashtrays may be emptied shall be readily available in all areas where smoking is permitted." 46. Add a new paragraph 33.7.5.4 to read as follows: 33.7.5.4 " Waste Containers. Wastebaskets and other waste containers shall be of noncombustible or other approved materials." (dd) Modifications to reserved Chapter 34. 1. Insert a new Chapter 34 to read as follows: "Chapter 34 New Assisted Living Community Occupancies 34.1 General Requirements. 34.1.1 Application. 34.1.1.1 General. 34.1.1.1.1 The requirements of this chapter shall apply to new buildings or portions thereof used as assisted living community occupancies. New buildings or portions thereof used as assisted living community occupancies shall be permitted to meet all the requirements for a limited health care occupancy as prescribed in chapter 18 of this Code in lieu of this chapter. (See 1.3.1). 34.1.1.1.2 Administration. The provisions of Chapter 1, Administration, shall apply. 34.1.1.1.3 General. The provisions of Chapter 4, General, shall apply. 34.1.1.1.4 Buildings, or sections of buildings, that primarily house residents who, in the opinion of the governing body of the facility and the governmental agency having jurisdiction, are capable of exercising judgment and appropriate physical action for self-preservation under emergency conditions shall be permitted to comply with the provisions of Chapter 32 provided they are separated by a fire barrier having not less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating and constructed of materials as required for the addition. 34.1.1.1.5 It shall be recognized that, in buildings providing care for certain types of residents or having a security section, it might be necessary to lock doors and bar windows to confine and protect building inhabitants. In such instances, the authority having jurisdiction shall require appropriate modifications to those sections of this Code that would otherwise require means of egress to be kept unlocked. 34.1.1.1.6 The requirements of this chapter shall apply based on the assumption that staff is available in all resident-occupied areas to perform certain fire safety functions as required in other paragraphs of this chapter. 34.1.1.2 Goals and Objectives. The goals and objectives of Sections 4.1 and 4.2 shall be met with due consideration for functional requirements, which are accomplished by limiting the development and spread of a fire to the room of fire origin and reducing the need for occupant evacuation, except from the room of fire origin. 34.1.1.3 Total Concept. 34.1.1.3.1 All assisted living community facilities shall be designed, constructed, maintained, and operated to minimize the possibility of a fire emergency requiring the evacuation of occupants. 34.1.1.3.2 Because the safety of assisted living community occupants cannot be ensured adequately by dependence on evacuation of the building, their protection from fire shall be provided by appropriate arrangement of facilities; adequate, trained staff; and development of operating and maintenance procedures composed of the following: (1) Design, construction, and compartmentation (2) Provision for detection, alarm, and extinguishment (3) Fire prevention and planning, training, and drilling programs for the isolation of fire, transfer of occupants to areas of refuge, or evacuation of the building 34.1.1.4 Additions, Conversions, Modernization, Renovation, and Construction Operations. 34.1.1.4.1 Additions . 34.1.1.4.1.1 Additions shall be separated from any existing structure not conforming to the provisions within Chapter 34 by a fire barrier having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating and constructed of materials as required for the addition. (See 4.6.5 and 4.6.7.) 34.1.1.4.1.2 Doors in barriers required by 34.1.1.4.1.1 shall normally be kept closed, unless otherwise permitted by 34.1.1.4.1.3. 34.1.1.4.1.3 Doors shall be permitted to be held open if they meet the requirements of 34.2.2.4. 34.1.1.4.2 Conversion. For the purposes of this chapter, exceptions for conversions shall apply only for a change of occupancy from an existing health care occupancy to an assisted living community occupancy. 34.1.1.4.3 Changes of Occupancy. A change from a personal care home to an assisted living community occupancy shall be considered a change in occupancy or occupancy sub-classification and would be required to meet the provisions of this Chapter for new construction. 34.1.1.4.4 Renovations, Alterations, and Modernizations. See 4.6.7. 34.1.1.4.5 Construction, Repair, and Improvement Operations. See 4.6.10. 34.1.2 Classification of Occupancy. See 120-3-3.03(4), (14), and 34.1.4.2. 34.1.3 Multiple Occupancies. 34.1.3.1 Multiple occupancies shall comply with 6.1.14 in buildings other than those meeting the requirement of 34.1.3.2. 34.1.3.2 Sections of assisted living community facilities shall be permitted to be classified as other occupancies, provided that they meet both of the following conditions: (1) They are not intended to serve assisted living community occupants or have customary access by assisted living community residents who are incapable of self-preservation. (2) They are separated from areas of assisted living community occupancies by construction having a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating. 34.1.3.3 The requirement of 34.1.3.1 shall not apply to apartment buildings housing assisted living community occupancies in conformance with Section 34.4. In such facilities, any safeguards required by Section 34.4 that are more restrictive than those for other housed occupancies shall apply only to the extent prescribed by Section 34.4. 34.1.3.4 No assisted living community occupancy shall be located above a nonresidential or non- health care occupancy, unless the assisted living community occupancy and exits therefrom are separated from the nonresidential or non-health care occupancy by construction having a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating. 34.1.3.5 Any area with a hazard of contents classified higher than that of the assisted living community occupancy and located in the same building shall be protected as required in 34.2. 34.1.3.6 Non-residential-related occupancies classified as containing high hazard contents shall not be permitted in buildings housing assisted living community occupancies. 34.1.4 Definitions. 34.1.4.1 General. For definitions, see Chapter 3, Definitions. 34.1.4.2 Special Definitions. A list of special terms used in this chapter follows: (1) Assisted Living Community Occupancy. See 120-3-3-.03(4) . (2) Assisted self-preservation. See 120-3-3-.03(5) (3) Evacuation Capability, Impractical. See 120-3-3-.03(7) . (4) Evacuation Capability, Prompt. See 120-3-3-.03(8) . (5) Evacuation Capability, Slow. See 120-3-3-.03(9) . (6) Personal Care Home. See 120-3-3-.03(21) . (7) Point of Safety. See 3.3.211 of this Code . (8) Thermal Barrier. See 3.3.31.3 of this Code . 34.1.5 Classification of Hazard of Contents. The classification of hazard of contents shall be as defined in Section 6.2. 34.1.6 Minimum Construction Requirements. Assisted living community facilities shall be limited to the building construction types specified in Table 34.1.6 (see 8.2.1), based on the number of stories in height as defined in 4.6.3. Table 34.1.6 Table 34.1.6 Number of Stories - See Note b Construction Type Sprinklered See Note a 1 2 3 4-12

12 Type I(442) a c d YES X X X X X NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type I(332) a c d YES X X X X X NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type II(222) a c d YES X X X X N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type II(111) a c d YES X X X N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type II(000) a YES X X N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type III(211) a YES X X N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type III(200) a YES X N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type IV(2HH) a YES X X N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type V(111) a YES X X N.P N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type V(000) a YES X N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P N.P. N.P. N.P. X = Permitted if sprinklered as required by 32.3.3.5. NP = Not permitted. a Building shall be protected throughout by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1), and provided with quick response or residential sprinklers throughout. (See requirements of 34.3.5). b See requirements of 4.6.3. c See requirements of 34.1.6.2.1. d See requirements of 34.1.6.2.2. 34.1.6.1 Fire Resistance-Rated Assemblies. Fire resistance-rated assemblies shall comply with Section 8.3. 34.1.6.2 Construction Type Limitations. 34.1.6.2.1 Any building of Type I(442), Type I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111) construction shall be permitted to include roofing systems involving combustible supports, decking, or roofing, provided that all of the following criteria are met: (1) The roof covering shall meet Class A requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790, Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings. (2) The roof shall be separated from all occupied portions of the building by a noncombustible floor assembly having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating that includes not less than 2 1/2 in. (63 mm) of concrete or gypsum fill. (3) The structural elements supporting the 2-hour fire resistance-rated floor assembly specified in 34.1.6.2(2) shall be required to have only the fire resistance rating required of the building. 34.1.6.2.2 Any building of Type I(442), Type I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111) construction shall be permitted to include roofing systems involving combustible supports, decking, or roofing, provided that all of the following criteria are met: (1) The roof covering shall meet Class A requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790 , Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings. (2) The roof/ceiling assembly shall be constructed with fire-retardant-treated wood meeting the requirements of NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction . (3) The roof/ceiling assembly shall have the required fire resistance rating for the type of construction. 34.1.6.2.3 Any level below the level of exit discharge shall be separated from the level of exit discharge by not less than Type II(111), Type III(211), or Type V(111) construction (see 8.2.1), unless both of the following criteria are met: (1) Such levels are under the control of the assisted living community facility. (2) Any hazardous spaces are protected in accordance with Section 8.7. 34.1.6.3 All buildings with more than one level below the level of exit discharge shall have all such lower levels separated from the level of exit discharge by not less than Type II(111) construction. 34.1.6.4 Interior nonbearing walls in buildings of Type I or Type II construction shall be constructed of noncombustible or limited-combustible materials, unless otherwise permitted by 20.1.6.4. 34.1.6.5 Interior nonbearing walls required to have a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating shall be permitted to be fire-retardant-treated wood enclosed within noncombustible or limited-combustible materials, provided that such walls are not used as shaft enclosures. 34.1.6.6 Fire-retardant-treated wood that serves as supports for the installation of fixtures and equipment shall be permitted to be installed behind noncombustible or limited-combustible sheathing. 34.1.7 Occupant Load. The occupant load, in number of persons for whom means of egress and other provisions are required, shall be determined on the basis of the occupant load factors of Table 7.3.1.2 that are characteristic of the use of the space, or shall be determined as the maximum probable population of the space under consideration, whichever is greater. 34.2 Means of Egress Requirements. 34.2.1 General. 34.2.1.1 Means of egress from resident rooms and resident dwelling units to the outside of the building shall be in accordance with Chapter 7 and this chapter. 34.2.1.2 Means of escape within the resident room or resident dwelling unit shall comply with Section 24.2 for one- and two-family dwellings. 34.2.1.3 No means of escape or means of egress shall be considered as complying with the minimum criteria for acceptance, unless emergency evacuation drills are regularly conducted using that route in accordance with the requirements of 34.7.3. 34.2.1.4 No assisted living community occupancy shall have its sole means of egress or means of escape pass through any nonresidential or non-health care occupancy in the same building. 34.2.1.5 All means of egress from assisted living community occupancies that traverse non-assisted living community spaces shall conform to the requirements of this Code for assisted living community occupancies, unless otherwise permitted by 34.2.1.6. 34.2.1.6 Exit through a horizontal exit into other contiguous occupancies that does not conform to assisted living community egress provisions but do comply with requirements set forth in the appropriate occupancy chapter of this Code shall be permitted, provided that the occupancy does not contain high hazard contents. 34.2.1.7 Egress provisions for areas of assisted living community facilities that correspond to other occupancies shall meet the corresponding requirements of this Code for such occupancies, and, where the clinical needs of the residents necessitate the locking of means of egress, staff shall be present for the supervised release of occupants during all times of use. 34.2.2 Means of Egress Components. 34.2.2.1 Components Permitted. Components of means of egress shall be limited to the types described in 34.2.2.2 through 34.2.2.10. 34.2.2.2 Doors. Doors in means of egress shall meet all of the following criteria: (1) Doors complying with 7.2.1 shall be permitted. (2) Doors within individual rooms and suites of rooms shall be permitted to be swinging or sliding. (3) No door in any means of egress, other than those meeting the requirement of 34.2.2.2.1 or 34.2.2.2.2, shall be equipped with a lock or latch that requires the use of a tool or key from the egress side. 34.2.2.2.1 Delayed-egress locks in accordance with 7.2.1.6.1 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.2.2 Access-controlled egress doors in accordance with 7.2.1.6.2 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.2.3 Doors that are located in the means of egress from individual resident bedrooms or private living units shall be permitted to have locks where the clinical needs of a resident require specialized protective security measures provided that staff can readily unlock doors at all times in accordance with 34.2.2.2.4. 34.2.2.2.4 Doors that are located in the means of egress and are permitted to be locked under other provisions of 34.2.2.2.3 shall comply with both of the following: (1) Provisions shall be made for the rapid removal of occupants by means of one of the following: (a) Remote control of locks from within the locked smoke compartment (b) Keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all times (c) Other such reliable means available to the staff at all times (2) Only one locking device shall be permitted on each door. 34.2.2.2.5 Doors located in the means of egress that are permitted to be locked under other provisions of Chapter 34, other than those meeting the requirement of 34.2.2.2.1 or 34.2.2.2.2, shall have adequate provisions made for the rapid removal of occupants by means such as remote control of locks, keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all times, or other such reliable means available to staff at all times. 34.2.2.2.6 Only one such locking device, as described in 34.2.2.2.5, shall be permitted on each door. 34.2.2.3 Stairs. Stairs complying with 7.2.2 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.4 Smokeproof Enclosures. Smokeproof enclosures complying with 7.2.3 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.5 Horizontal Exits. Horizontal exits complying with 7.2.4 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.6 Ramps. Ramps complying with 7.2.5 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.7 Exit Passageways. Exit passageways complying with 7.2.6 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.8 Fire Escape Ladders. Fire escape ladders complying with 7.2.9 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.9 Alternating Tread Devices. Alternating tread devices complying with 7.2.11 shall be permitted. 34.2.2.10 Areas of Refuge. Areas of refuge complying with 7.2.12 shall be permitted. 34.2.3 Capacity of Means of Egress. 34.2.3.1 The capacity of means of egress shall be in accordance with Section 7.3. 34.2.3.2 Street floor exits shall be sufficient for the occupant load of the street floor plus the required capacity of stairs and ramps discharging onto the street floor. 34.2.3.3 The width of corridors shall be sufficient for the occupant load served but shall be not less than 60 in. (1525 mm). 34.2.4 Number of Means of Egress. 34.2.4.1 Means of egress shall comply with the following, except as otherwise permitted by 34.2.4.2: (1) The number of means of egress shall be in accordance with Section 7.4. (2) Not less than two separate exits shall be provided on every story. (3) Not less than two separate exits shall be accessible from every part of every story. 34.2.4.2 Exit access, as required by 34.2.4.1(3), shall be permitted to include a single exit access path for the distances permitted as common paths of travel by 34.2.5.2. 34.2.5 Arrangement of Means of Egress. 34.2.5.1 General. Access to all required exits shall be in accordance with Section 7.5. 34.2.5.2 Dead-end Corridors. Dead-end corridors shall not exceed 30 ft. (9.1 mm). 34.2.5.3 Common Path. Common paths of travel shall not exceed 75 ft. (23 m). 34.2.5.4 Reserved. 34.2.6 Travel Distance to Exits. 34.2.6.1 Travel distance from the door within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not exceed 75 ft. (23 m) in buildings not protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 34.3.5. 34.2.6.2 Travel distance from any point within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not exceed 125 ft. (38 m) in buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 34.3.5. 34.2.6.3 Travel distance from the corridor door of any room to the nearest exit shall be in accordance with 34.2.6.3.1 or 34.2.6.3.2. 34.2.6.3.1 Travel distance from the corridor door of any room to the nearest exit, measured in accordance with Section 7.6, shall not exceed 150ft. (45.72m). 34.2.6.3.2 Travel distance to exits shall not exceed 200 ft. (61 m) for exterior ways of exit access arranged in accordance with 7.5.3. 34.2.7 Discharge from Exits. Exit discharge shall comply with Section 7.7. 34.2.8 Illumination of Means of Egress. Means of egress shall be illuminated in accordance with Section 7.8. 34.2.9 Emergency Lighting. Emergency lighting in accordance with Section 7.9 shall be provided. 34.2.10 Marking of Means of Egress. Means of egress shall be marked in accordance with Section 7.10. 34.2.11 Special Means of Egress Features. 34.2.11.1 Reserved. 34.2.11.2 Lockups. Lockups in residential assisted living community occupancies shall comply with the requirements of 22.4.5. 34.3 Protection. 34.3.1 Protection of Vertical Openings. 34.3.1.1 Vertical openings shall be enclosed or protected in accordance with Section 8.6. 34.3.1.2 Unenclosed vertical openings in accordance with 8.6.9.1 shall be permitted. 34.3.1.3 No floor below the level of exit discharge used only for storage, heating equipment, or purposes other than residential occupancy shall have unprotected openings to floors used for residential occupancy. 34.3.2 Protection from Hazards. 34.3.2.1 Rooms containing high-pressure boilers, refrigerating machinery, transformers, or other service equipment subject to possible explosion shall not be located directly under or adjacent to exits, and such rooms shall be effectively separated from other parts of the building as specified in Section 8.7. 34.3.2.2 Hazardous areas, which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following, shall be separated from other parts of the building by construction having a minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating, with communicating openings protected by approved self-closing fire doors and be equipped with automatic fire-extinguishing systems: (1) Boiler and heater rooms (2) Laundries (3) Repair shops (4) Rooms or spaces used for storage of combustible supplies and equipment in quantities deemed hazardous by the authority having jurisdiction Exception to (1): Rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes. 34.3.3 Interior Finish. 34.3.3.1 General. Interior finish shall be in accordance with Section 10.2. 34.3.3.2 Interior Wall and Ceiling Finish. Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2 shall be in accordance with the following: (1) Exit enclosures - Class A (2) Lobbies and corridors - Class B (3) Rooms and enclosed spaces - Class B 34.3.3.3 Interior Floor Finish. 34.3.3.3.1 Interior floor finish shall comply with Section 10.2. 34.3.3.3.2 Interior floor finish in exit enclosures and exit access corridors and spaces not separated from them by walls complying with 34.3.6 shall be not less than Class II. 34.3.3.3.3 Interior floor finish shall comply with 10.2.7.1 or 10.2.7.2, as applicable. 34.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems. 34.3.4.1 General. A fire alarm system shall be provided in accordance with Section 9.6. 34.3.4.2 Initiation. The required fire alarm system shall be initiated by each of the following: (1) Manual means in accordance with 9.6.2 (2) Manual fire alarm box located at a convenient central control point under continuous supervision of responsible employees (3) Required automatic sprinkler system (4) Required detection system 34.3.4.3 Annunciator Panel. An annunciator panel, connected to the fire alarm system, shall be provided at a location readily accessible from the primary point of entry for emergency response personnel. 34.3.4.4 Notification. 34.3.4.4.1 Occupant Notification. Occupant notification shall be provided automatically, without delay, by internal audible alarm in accordance with 9.6.3. 34.3.4.4.2 High-Rise Buildings. High-rise buildings shall be provided with an approved emergency voice communication/alarm system in accordance with 11.8.4. 34.3.4.5 Emergency Forces Notification. Fire department notification shall be accomplished in accordance with 9.6.4. 34.3.4.6 Detection. 34.3.4.6.1 Smoke Alarms. Approved smoke alarms shall be installed in accordance with 9.6.2.10 inside every sleeping room, outside every sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms, and on all levels within a resident unit. 34.3.4.7 Smoke Detection Systems. 34.3.4.7.1 Corridors, spaces open to the corridors, and other spaces outside every sleeping area in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms other than those meeting the requirement of 34.3.4.7.2, shall be provided with smoke detectors that comply with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code , and are arranged to initiate an alarm that is audible in all sleeping areas. 34.3.4.7.2 Smoke detection systems shall not be required in unenclosed corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or other arrangements with one or more sides along the long dimension fully or extensively open to the exterior at all times. 34.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. 34.3.5.1 General. All buildings shall be protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1) and provided with quick-response or residential sprinklers throughout. 34.3.5.5 Supervision. Automatic sprinkler systems shall be provided with electrical supervision in accordance with 9.7.2. 34.3.5.7 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in accordance with 9.9. 34.3.6 Corridors and Separation of Sleeping Rooms. 34.3.6.1 Access shall be provided from every resident use area to at least one means of egress that is separated from all sleeping rooms by walls complying with 34.3.6.3 through 34.3.6.6. 34.3.6.1.1 Sleeping rooms shall be separated from corridors, living areas, and kitchens by walls complying with 34.3.6.2 through 34.3.6.6. 34.3.6.2 Walls required by 34.3.6.1 or 34.3.6.1.1 shall be smoke partitions in accordance with Section 8.4 having a minimum 1/2-hour fire resistance rating. 34.3.6.3.5 Hazardous areas shall be separated from corridors in accordance with 34.3.2. 34.3.6.4 Doors protecting corridor openings other than from resident sleeping rooms and hazardous areas shall not be required to have a fire protection rating, but shall be constructed to resist the passage of smoke. 34.3.6.4.1 Doors protecting resident sleeping rooms shall have a minimum 20-minute fire protection rating. 34.3.6.5 Door-closing devices shall not be required on doors in corridor wall openings, other than those serving exit enclosures, smoke barriers, enclosures of vertical openings, and hazardous areas. 34.3.6.6 No louvers, transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages, other than properly installed heating and utility installations, shall penetrate the walls or doors specified in 34.3.6. 34.3.7 Subdivision of Building Spaces. Buildings shall be subdivided by smoke barriers in accordance with 34.3.7.1 through 34.3.7.21. 34.3.7.1 Every story shall be divided into not less than two smoke compartments, unless it meets the requirement of 34.3.7.4, 34.3.7.5, 34.3.7.6, or 34.3.7.7. 34.3.7.2 Each smoke compartment shall have an area not exceeding 22,500 ft2 (2100 m2). 34.3.7.3 The travel distance from any point to reach a door in the required smoke barrier shall be limited to a distance of 200 ft. (61 m). 34.3.7.3.1 Additional smoke barriers shall be provided such that the travel distance from a sleeping room corridor door to a smoke barrier shall not exceed 150 ft. (46 m). 34.3.7.4 Smoke barriers shall not be required on stories that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy located above the assisted living community occupancy. 34.3.7.5 Smoke barriers shall not be required in areas that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that are separated from the assisted living community occupancy by a fire barrier complying with Section 8.3. 34.3.7.6 Smoke barriers shall not be required on stories that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that are more than one story below the assisted living community occupancy. 34.3.7.7 Smoke barriers shall not be required in open parking structures protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 34.3.5. 34.3.7.8 Smoke barriers shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 and shall have a minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating, unless they meet the requirement of 34.3.7.9 or 34.3.7.10. 34.3.7.9 Where an atrium is used, smoke barriers shall be permitted to terminate at an atrium wall constructed in accordance with 8.6.7(1)(c), in which case not less than two separate smoke compartments shall be provided on each floor. 34.3.7.10 Dampers shall not be required in duct penetrations of smoke barriers in fully ducted heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems. 34.3.7.11 Not less than 15 net ft2 (1.4 net m2) per resident shall be provided within the aggregate area of corridors, lounge or dining areas, and other low hazard areas on each side of the smoke barrier. 34.3.7.12 On stories not housing residents, not less than 6 net ft2 (0.56 net m2) per occupant shall be provided on each side of the smoke barrier for the total number of occupants in adjoining compartments. 34.3.7.13 Doors in smoke barriers shall be substantial doors, such as 1 3/4 in. (44 mm) thick, solid- bonded wood-core doors, or shall be of construction that resists fire for a minimum of 20 minutes. 34.3.7.14 Nonrated factory- or field-applied protective plates extending not more than 48 in. (1220 mm) above the bottom of the door shall be permitted. 34.3.7.15 Cross-corridor openings in smoke barriers shall be protected by a pair of swinging doors or a horizontal-sliding door complying with 7.2.1.14. 34.3.7.16 Swinging doors shall be arranged so that each door swings in a direction opposite from the other. 34.3.7.17 Doors in smoke barriers shall comply with 8.5.4 and shall be self-closing or automatic-closing in accordance with 7.2.1.8. 34.3.7.18 Vision panels consisting of fire-rated glazing or wired glass panels in approved frames shall be provided in each cross-corridor swinging door and in each cross-corridor horizontal-sliding door in a smoke barrier. 34.3.7.19 Rabbets, bevels, or astragals shall be required at the meeting edges, and stops shall be required at the head and sides of door frames in smoke barriers. 34.3.7.20 Positive latching hardware shall not be required. 34.3.7.21 Center mullions shall be prohibited. 34.3.8 Cooking Facilities. Cooking facilities, other than those within individual residential units, shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.3. 34.3.9 Standpipes. 34.3.9.1 General. Where required, standpipe and hose systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with 9.10. 34.3.9.2 In High-Rise Buildings. Class I standpipe systems shall be installed throughout all high-rise buildings. 34.3.9.3 Roof Outlets. Roof outlets shall not be required on roofs having a slope of 3 in 12 or greater. 34.4 Special Provisions. 34.4.1 High-Rise Buildings. High-rise buildings shall comply with Section 11.8. 34.5 * Suitability of an Apartment Building to House an Assisted living community Occupancy. 34.5.1 General. 34.5.1.1 Scope. 34.5.1.1.1 Section 34.5 shall apply to apartment buildings that have one or more individual apartments used as an assisted living community occupancy. (See 34.1.3.2.) 34.5.1.1.2 The provisions of Section 34.5 shall be used to determine the suitability of apartment buildings, other than those complying with 34.5.1.1.4, to house an assisted living community facility. 34.5.1.1.3 The suitability of apartment buildings not used for assisted living community occupancies shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 30. 34.5.1.1.4 When a new assisted living community occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the suitability of such a building for apartments not used for assisted living community occupancies shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 31. 34.5.1.2 Requirements for Individual Apartments. Requirements for individual apartments used as residential assisted living community occupancies shall be as specified in Section 34.2. Egress from the apartment into the common building corridor shall be considered acceptable egress from the assisted living community facility. 34.5.1.3 Additional Requirements. Apartment buildings housing assisted living community facilities shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 30 and the additional requirements of Section 34.5, unless the authority having jurisdiction has determined that equivalent safety for housing an assisted living community facility is provided in accordance with Section 1.4. 34.5.1.4 Minimum Construction Requirements. 34.5.1.4.1 In addition to the requirements of Chapter 30, apartment buildings, other than those complying with 34.5.1.4.2, housing assisted living community facilities shall meet the construction requirements of 34.1.3. 34.5.1.4.2 When a new assisted living community occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the construction requirements of 19.1.6 shall apply. 34.5.2 Means of Egress. 34.5.2.1 The requirements of Section 30.2 shall apply only to the parts of means of egress serving the apartment(s) used as an assisted living community occupancy, as modified by 34.5.2.2. 34.5.2.2 When a new assisted living community occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the requirements of Section 31.2 shall apply to the parts of the means of egress serving the apartment(s) used as an assisted living community occupancy. 34.5.3 Protection. 34.5.3.1 Interior Finish. 34.5.3.1.1 The requirements of 30.3.3 shall apply only to the parts of means of egress serving the apartment(s) used as an assisted living community occupancy, as modified by 34.5.3.1.2. 34.4.3.1.2 When a new assisted living community occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the requirements of 31.3.3 shall apply to the parts of the means of egress serving the apartment(s) used as an assisted living community occupancy. 34.5.3.2 Construction of Corridor Walls. 34.5.3.2.1 The requirements of 30.3.6 shall apply only to corridors serving the assisted living community facility, including that portion of the corridor wall separating the assisted living community facility from the common corridor, as modified by 34.5.3.2.2. 34.5.3.2.2 If a new assisted living community occupancy is created in an existing apartment building, the requirements of 31.3.6 shall apply to the corridor serving the residential assisted living community facility. 34.5.3.3 Subdivision of Building Spaces. (Reserved) 34.6 Building Services. 34.6.1 Utilities . Utilities shall comply with Section 9.1. 34.6.1.1 Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment shall comply with Section 9.2. 34.6.1.2 No stove or combustion heater shall be located such that it blocks escape in case of fire caused by the malfunction of the stove or heater. 34.6.1.3 Unvented fuel-fired heaters shall not be used in any assisted living community occupancy. 34.6.3 Elevators, Dumbwaiters, and Vertical Conveyors. Elevators, dumbwaiters, and vertical conveyors shall comply with Section 9.4. 34.6.3.2 In high-rise buildings, one elevator shall be provided with a protected power supply and shall be available for use by the fire department in case of emergency. 34.6.4 Rubbish Chutes, Incinerators, and Laundry Chutes. Rubbish chutes, incinerators, and laundry chutes shall comply with Section 9.5. 34.7 Operating Features. 34.7.1 Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Assisted living community facilities shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, resident training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The provisions of this Section 34.7 shall be incorporated into the plans, training and safety practices developed by the facility." 34.7.2 Emergency Plan. 34.7.2.1 The administration of every assisted living community facility shall have, in effect and available to all supervisory personnel, written copies of a plan for protecting all persons in the event of fire, for keeping persons in place, for evacuating persons to areas of refuge, and for evacuating persons from the building when necessary. 34.7.2.2 The emergency plan shall include special staff response, including the fire protection procedures needed to ensure the safety of any resident, and shall be amended or revised whenever any resident with unusual needs is admitted to the home. 34.7.2.3 All employees shall be periodically instructed and kept informed with respect to their duties and responsibilities under the plan, and such instruction shall be reviewed by the staff not less than every 2 months. 34.7.2.4 A copy of the plan shall be readily available at all times within the facility. 34.7.3 Resident Training. 34.7.3.1 All residents participating in the emergency plan shall be trained in the proper actions to be taken in the event of fire. 34.7.3.2 The training required by 34.7.3.1 shall include actions to be taken if the primary escape route is blocked. 34.7.3.3 If a resident is given rehabilitation or habilitation training, training in fire prevention and the actions to be taken in the event of a fire shall be a part of the training program. 34.7.3.4 Residents shall be trained to assist each other in case of fire to the extent that their physical and mental abilities permit them to do so without additional personal risk. 34.7.4 Emergency Egress and Relocation Drills. Emergency egress and relocation drills shall be conducted in accordance with 34.7.4.1 through 34.7.4.6. 34.7.4.1 Emergency egress and relocation drills shall be conducted not less than once per quarter on each shift at alternating times. It is intended that staff and residents be trained and drilled based on fire and other emergencies that may occur during the periods of lowest staffing levels. This may require more than one drill per quarter on shifts with the lowest staffing levels. 34.7.4.2 The emergency drills shall be permitted to be announced to the residents in advance. 34.7.4.3 The drills shall involve the training of residents for the eventual actual evacuation of all residents to an assembly point, as specified in the emergency plan, and shall provide residents with experience in egressing through all exits and means of escape required by the Code . 34.7.4.3.1. The assembly point shall be a place outside of the building and shall be located a safe distance from the building being evacuated so as to avoid interference with fire department operations. A refuge area within a smoke compartment in buildings separated by smoke barriers shall be considered a temporary assembly point as part of a staged evacuation. 34.7.4.3.2. Buildings with smoke compartments shall be allowed to train residents to temporarily escape in a staged evacuation to another smoke compartment separated by smoke barriers. Residents shall be allowed to complete the training exercise on the other side of an adjacent smoke barrier. Residents shall still be trained to eventually complete building evacuation during an actual emergency evacuation. Residents shall be required to participate in one emergency egress and relocation drill per year where they continue to an assembly point outside of the building. 34.7.4.3.3. Residents, as a group, shall be required to complete the evacuation drill to an exit or across a smoke barrier in less than 13 minutes or shall be required to change its group evacuation capability and comply with Section 35.1.8. 34.7.4.4 Exits and means of escape not used in any drill shall not be credited in meeting the requirements of this Code for assisted living community facilities. 34.7.4.5 Actual exiting from windows shall not be required to comply with 34.7.4; opening the window and signaling for help shall be an acceptable alternative. 34.7.4.6 Residents who cannot meaningfully assist in their own evacuation or who have special health problems shall not be required to actively participate in the drill. Section 18.7 shall apply in such instances. 34.7.5 Smoking. 34.7.5.1 Smoking regulations shall be adopted by the administration of assisted living community occupancies. 34.7.5.2 Where smoking is permitted, noncombustible safety-type ashtrays or receptacles shall be provided in convenient locations. 34.7.6 Furnishings, Mattresses, and Decorations. 34.7.6.1 New draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations shall comply with 34.7.6.1.1 and 34.7.6.1.2. 34.7.6.1.1 New draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations in assisted living community facilities shall be in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.1, unless otherwise permitted by 34.7.6.1.2. 34.7.6.1.2 In other than common areas, new draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations shall not be required to comply with 34.7.6.1.1 where the building is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 34.2.3.5. 34.7.6.2 New upholstered furniture within assisted living community facilities shall comply with 34.7.6.2.1 or 34.7.6.2.2. 34.7.6.2.1 New upholstered furniture shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.2.1(1) and 10.3.3. 34.7.6.2.2 Upholstered furniture belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such rooms. 34.7.6.3 Newly introduced mattresses within assisted living community facilities shall comply with 34.7.5.3.1 or 34.7.5.3.2. 34.7.6.3.1 Newly introduced mattresses shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.2.2 and 10.3.4. 34.7.6.3.2 Mattresses belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such rooms. 34.7.7 Staff. Staff shall be on duty and in the facility at all times when residents requiring evacuation assistance are present. 34.7.8 Inspection of Door Openings. Door assemblies for which the door leaf is required to swing in the direction of egress travel shall be inspected and tested not less than annually in accordance with 7.2.1.15." (ee) Modifications to Chapter 35: 1. Insert a new Chapter 35 to read as follows: "Chapter 35 Existing Assisted Living Community Occupancies 35.1 General Requirements. 35.1.1 Application. 35.1.1.1 General. 35.1.1.1.1 The requirements of this chapter shall apply to existing buildings or portions thereof used as assisted living community occupancies or with limited applicability for a conversion as further specific specified in Section 35.1.1.4.3 entitled Change of Occupancy. 35.1.1.1.2 Administration. The provisions of Chapter 1, Administration, shall apply. 35.1.1.1.3 General. The provisions of Chapter 4, General, shall apply. 35.1.1.1.4 Buildings, or sections of buildings, that primarily house residents who, in the opinion of the governing body of the facility and the governmental agency having jurisdiction, are capable of exercising judgment and appropriate physical action for self-preservation under emergency conditions shall be permitted to comply with the provisions of Chapter 33 provided they are separated by a fire barrier having not less than a 1-hour fire resistance rating and constructed of materials as required for the addition. 35.1.1.1.5 It shall be recognized that, in buildings providing care for certain types of residents or having a security section, it might be necessary to lock doors and bar windows to confine and protect building inhabitants. In such instances, the authority having jurisdiction shall require appropriate modifications to those sections of this Code that would otherwise require means of egress to be kept unlocked. 35.1.1.1.6 The requirements of this chapter shall apply based on the assumption that staff is available in all resident-occupied areas to perform certain fire safety functions as required in other paragraphs of this chapter. 35.1.1.2 Goals and Objectives. The goals and objectives of Sections 4.1 and 4.2 shall be met with due consideration for functional requirements, which are accomplished by limiting the development and spread of a fire to the room of fire origin and reducing the need for occupant evacuation, except from the room of fire origin. 35.1.1.3 Total Concept. 35.1.1.3.1 All assisted living community facilities shall be designed, constructed, maintained, and operated to minimize the possibility of a fire emergency requiring the evacuation of occupants. 35.1.1.3.2 Because the safety of assisted living community occupants cannot be ensured adequately by dependence on evacuation of the building, their protection from fire shall be provided by appropriate arrangement of facilities; adequate, trained staff; and development of operating and maintenance procedures composed of the following: (1) Design, construction, and compartmentation. (2) Provision for detection, alarm, and extinguishment. (3) Fire prevention and planning, training, and drilling programs for the isolation of fire, transfer of occupants to areas of refuge, or evacuation of the building. 35.1.1.4 Additions, Conversions, Modernization, Renovation, and Construction Operations. 35.1.1.4.1 Additions. 35.1.1.4.1.1 Additions shall be separated from any existing structure not conforming to the provisions within Chapter 35 by a fire barrier having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating and constructed of materials as required for the addition. (See 4.6.5 and 4.6.7.) 35.1.1.4.1.2 Doors in barriers required by 35.1.1.4.1.1 shall normally be kept closed, unless otherwise permitted by 35.1.1.4.1.3. 35.1.1.4.1.3 Doors shall be permitted to be held open if they meet the requirements of 35.2.2.4. 35.1.1.6 Conversion. For the purposes of this chapter, exceptions for conversions shall apply only for a change of occupancy from an existing personal care home occupancy or health care occupancy to an assisted living community occupancy. 35.1.1.4.3 Changes of Occupancy. A change from a personal care home, assisted living, or assisted living facility to an assisted living community occupancy shall be considered a change in occupancy or occupancy sub-classification. The requirements of this chapter shall be limited to only apply to a change of occupancy to an assisted living community from an existing personal care home, assisted living, or assisted living facility first occupied as such with a certificate of occupancy issued prior to March 31, 2013. Such facility may be permitted to meet all the requirements for a limited health care occupancy as prescribed in chapter 19 of this Code in lieu of this chapter. 35.1.1.4.3.1 An existing personal care home, assisted living, or assisted living facility with a certificate of occupancy dated after March 31, 2013, that is applying for a change of occupancy to an assisted living community or any other change of occupancy classification, sub-classification, shall meet the provisions of Chapter 34 New Assisted Living Community Occupancies. 35.1.1.4.4 Renovations, Alterations, and Modernizations. See 4.6.7. 35.1.1.4.5 Construction, Repair, and Improvement Operations. See 4.6.10. 35.1.2 Classification of Occupancy. See 120-3-3.03(4), (14), and 35.1.4.2. 35.1.3 Multiple Occupancies. 35.1.3.1 Multiple occupancies shall comply with 6.1.14 in buildings other than those meeting the requirement of 35.1.3.2. 35.1.3.2 Sections of assisted living community facilities shall be permitted to be classified as other occupancies, provided that they meet both of the following conditions: (1) They are not intended to serve assisted living community occupants or have customary access by assisted living community residents who are incapable of self-preservation. (2) They are separated from areas of assisted living community occupancies by construction having a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating. 35.1.3.3 The requirement of 35.1.3.1 shall not apply to apartment buildings housing assisted living community occupancies in conformance with Section 35.4. In such facilities, any safeguards required by Section 35.4 that are more restrictive than those for other housed occupancies shall apply only to the extent prescribed by Section 35.4. 35.1.3.4 No assisted living community occupancy shall be located above a nonresidential or non-health care occupancy, unless one following conditions is met: (1) The assisted living community occupancy and exits therefrom are separated from the nonresidential or non-health care occupancy by construction having a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating. (2) The assisted living community occupancy is protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 9.7 and is separated therefrom by construction having a minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating. 35.1.3.5 Any area with a hazard of contents classified higher than that of the assisted living community occupancy and located in the same building shall be protected as required in 35.3.2. 35.1.3.6 Non-residential-related occupancies classified as containing high hazard contents shall not be permitted in buildings housing assisted living community occupancies. 35.1.4 Definitions. 35.1.4.1 General. For definitions, see Chapter 3, Definitions. 35.1.4.2 Special Definitions. A list of special terms used in this chapter follows: (1) Assisted Living Community Occupancy. See 120-3-3-.03(4) . (2) Assisted self-preservation. See 120-3-3-.03(5) (2) Evacuation Capability, Impractical. See 120-3-3-.03(7) . (3) Evacuation Capability, Prompt. See 120-3-3-.03(8) . (4) Evacuation Capability, Slow. See 120-3-3-.03(9) . (5) Personal Care Home. See 120-3-3-.03(21) . (6) Point of Safety. See 3.3.211 of this Code . (7) Thermal Barrier. See 3.3.31.3 of this Code . 35.1.5 Classification of Hazard of Contents. The classification of hazard of contents shall be as defined in Section 6.2. 35.1.6 Minimum Construction Requirements. Assisted living community facilities shall be limited to the building construction types specified in Table 35.1.6 (see 8.2.1), based on the number of stories in height as defined in 4.6.3. Table 35.1.6 Table 35.1.6 Number of Stories - See Note b Construction Type Sprinkled See Note a 1 2 3 4 5-6 6-12 Type I(442) c d YES X X X X X X NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type I(332) c d YES X X X X X X NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type II(222) c d YES N.P. X X X X X NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type II(111) c d YES X X X e X e N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type II(000) a YES X X N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type III(211) a YES X X X e X e N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type III(200) a YES X N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type IV(2HH) a YES X X N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type V(111) See note a or e YES X a X a X e X e N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. Type V(000) a YES X a N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. NO N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. N.P. X = Permitted if sprinklered as required by 33.3.3.5 unless otherwise noted. NP = Not permitted. a Building shall be protected throughout by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 35.3.5, and the interior walls are covered with lath and plaster or materials providing a 15-minute thermal barrier. (See requirements of 35.3.5). b See requirements of 4.6.3. c See requirements of 35.1.6.2.1. d See requirements of 35.1.6.2.2. e See requirements of 35.1.6.5. 35.1.6.1 * Fire Resistance-Rated Assemblies. Fire resistance-rated assemblies shall comply with Section 8.3. 35.1.6.2 Construction Type Limitations. 35.1.6.2.1 Any building of Type I(442), Type I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111) construction shall be permitted to include roofing systems involving combustible supports, decking, or roofing, provided that all of the following criteria are met: (1) The roof covering shall meet Class A requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790, Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings. (2) The roof shall be separated from all occupied portions of the building by a noncombustible floor assembly having not less than a 2-hour fire resistance rating that includes not less than 2 1/2 in. (63 mm) of concrete or gypsum fill. (3) The structural elements supporting the 2-hour fire resistance-rated floor assembly specified in 35.1.6.2(2) shall be required to have only the fire resistance rating required of the building. 35.1.6.2.2 Any building of Type I(442), Type I(332), Type II(222), or Type II(111) construction shall be permitted to include roofing systems involving combustible supports, decking, or roofing, provided that all of the following criteria are met: (1) The roof covering shall meet Class A requirements in accordance with ASTM E 108, Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings, or ANSI/UL 790, Test Methods for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings. (2) The roof/ceiling assembly shall be constructed with fire-retardant-treated wood meeting the requirements of NFPA 220, Standard on Types of Building Construction. (3) The roof/ceiling assembly shall have the required fire resistance rating for the type of construction. 35.1.6.2.3 Any level below the level of exit discharge shall be separated from the level of exit discharge by not less than Type II(111), Type III(211), or Type V(111) construction (see 8.2.1), unless both of the following criteria are met: (1) Such levels are under the control of the assisted living community facility. (2) Any hazardous spaces are protected in accordance with Section 8.7. 35.1.6.3 All buildings with more than one level below the level of exit discharge shall have all such lower levels separated from the level of exit discharge by not less than Type II(111) construction. 35.1.6.4 Interior nonbearing walls in buildings of Type I or Type II construction shall be constructed of noncombustible or limited-combustible materials, unless otherwise permitted by 20.1.6.4. 35.1.6.5 Any existing building of Type II(111), Type III(211), or Type V(111) construction shall be permitted however, occupants requiring assistance with evacuation from others shall be limited to occupancy on the first and second stories), unless one of the following criteria is met: (1) A horizontal exit in combination with a smoke barrier is provided on the third and fourth floor; or, (2) The building is protected throughout by an approved supervised automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1), and provided with quick response or residential sprinklers throughout. 35.1.6.6 Interior nonbearing walls required to have a minimum 2-hour fire resistance rating shall be permitted to be fire-retardant-treated wood enclosed within noncombustible or limited-combustible materials, provided that such walls are not used as shaft enclosures. 35.1.6.7 Fire-retardant-treated wood that serves as supports for the installation of fixtures and equipment shall be permitted to be installed behind noncombustible or limited-combustible sheathing. 35.1.6.8 Changes in Group Evacuation Capability. A change in evacuation capability to a slower level shall be permitted where the facility conforms to one of the following requirements: (1) The requirements of Chapter 34 applicable to new assisted living community facilities. (2) The requirements of Chapter 35 applicable to existing assisted living community facilities for the new evacuation capability, provided that the building is protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system complying with 35.5 or an increase in staffing to achieve evacuation of all residents to a point of safety within 13 minutes. 35.1.6.9 Requirements Based on Evacuation Capability. 35.1.6.9.1 Prompt and Slow. Facilities classified as prompt or slow evacuation capability, other than those meeting the requirement of 35.1.6.9.1.1 or 35.1.6.9.1.2, shall comply with the requirements of Section 35, as indicated for the appropriate evacuation capability. 35.1.6.9.1.1 Facilities where the authority having jurisdiction has determined equivalent safety is provided in accordance with Section 1.4 shall not be required to comply with the requirements of Section 35, as indicated for the appropriate evacuation capability. 35.1.6.9.1.2 Facilities that were previously approved as complying with 35.1.6.9.2 shall not be required to comply with the requirements of Section 35, as indicated for the appropriate evacuation capability. 35.1.6.9.2 Impractical. Facilities classified as impractical evacuation capability shall meet the requirements of Section 35 for impractical evacuation capability, or the requirements for limited care facilities in Chapter 19, unless the authority having jurisdiction has determined equivalent safety is provided in accordance with Section 1.4. 35.1.6.9.3 Evacuation Capability Determination. 35.1.6.9.3.1 Facility management shall furnish to the authority having jurisdiction, upon request, an evacuation capability determination using a procedure acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. 35.1.6.9.3.2 Where the documentation required by 35.1.6.9.3.1 is not furnished, the evacuation capability shall be classified as impractical. 35.1.7 Occupant Load. The occupant load, in number of persons for whom means of egress and other provisions are required, shall be determined on the basis of the occupant load factors of Table 7.3.1.2 that are characteristic of the use of the space, or shall be determined as the maximum probable population of the space under consideration, whichever is greater. 35.2 Means of Egress Requirements. 35.2.1 General. 35.2.1.1 Means of egress from resident rooms and resident dwelling units to the outside of the building shall be in accordance with Chapter 7 and this chapter. 35.2.1.2 Means of escape within the resident room or resident dwelling unit shall comply with Section 24.2 for one- and two-family dwellings. 35.2.1.3 No means of escape or means of egress shall be considered as complying with the minimum criteria for acceptance, unless emergency evacuation drills are regularly conducted using that route in accordance with the requirements of 35.7.3. 35.2.1.4 No assisted living community occupancy shall have its sole means of egress or means of escape pass through any nonresidential or non-health care occupancy in the same building. 35.2.1.5 All means of egress from assisted living community occupancies that traverse non-assisted living community spaces shall conform to the requirements of this Code for assisted living community occupancies, unless otherwise permitted by 35.2.1.6. 35.2.1.6 Exit through a horizontal exit into other contiguous occupancies that does not conform to assisted living community egress provisions but do comply with requirements set forth in the appropriate occupancy chapter of this Code shall be permitted, provided that the occupancy does not contain high hazard contents. 35.2.1.7 Egress provisions for areas of assisted living community facilities that correspond to other occupancies shall meet the corresponding requirements of this Code for such occupancies, and, where the clinical needs of the residents necessitate the locking of means of egress, staff shall be present for the supervised release of occupants during all times of use. 35.2.2 Means of Egress Components. 35.2.2.1 Components Permitted. Components of means of egress shall be limited to the types described in 35.2.2.2 through 35.2.2.10. 35.2.2.2 Doors. Doors in means of egress shall meet all of the following criteria: (1) Doors complying with 7.2.1 shall be permitted. (2) Doors within individual rooms and suites of rooms shall be permitted to be swinging or sliding. (3) No door in any means of egress, other than those meeting the requirement of 35.2.2.2.1 or 35.2.2.2.2, shall be equipped with a lock or latch that requires the use of a tool or key from the egress side. 35.2.2.2.1 Delayed-egress locks in accordance with 7.2.1.6.1 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.2.2 Access-controlled egress doors in accordance with 7.2.1.6.2 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.2.3 Doors that are located in the means of egress from individual resident bedrooms or private living units shall be permitted to have locks where the clinical needs of a resident require specialized protective security measures provided that staff can readily unlock doors at all times in accordance with 35.2.2.2.4. 35.2.2.2.4 Doors that are located in the means of egress and are permitted to be locked under other provisions of 35.2.2.2.3 shall comply with both of the following: (1) Provisions shall be made for the rapid removal of occupants by means of one of the following: (a) Remote control of locks from within the locked smoke compartment (b) Keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all times (c) Other such reliable means available to the staff at all times (2) Only one locking device shall be permitted on each door. 35.2.2.2.5 Doors located in the means of egress that are permitted to be locked under other provisions of Chapter 35, other than those meeting the requirement of 35.2.2.2.1 or 35.2.2.2.2, shall have adequate provisions made for the rapid removal of occupants by means such as remote control of locks, keying of all locks to keys carried by staff at all times, or other such reliable means available to staff at all times. 35.2.2.2.6 Only one such locking device, as described in 35.2.2.2.5, shall be permitted on each door. 35.2.2.3 Stairs. Stairs complying with 7.2.2 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.4 Smokeproof Enclosures. Smokeproof enclosures complying with 7.2.3 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.5 Horizontal Exits. Horizontal exits complying with 7.2.4 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.6 Ramps. Ramps complying with 7.2.5 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.7 Exit Passageways. Exit passageways complying with 7.2.6 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.8 Fire Escape Ladders. Fire escape ladders complying with 7.2.9 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.9 Alternating Tread Devices. Alternating tread devices complying with 7.2.11 shall be permitted. 35.2.2.10 Areas of Refuge. Areas of refuge complying with 7.2.12 shall be permitted. 35.2.3 Capacity of Means of Egress. 35.2.3.1 The capacity of means of egress shall be in accordance with Section 7.3. 35.2.3.2 Street floor exits shall be sufficient for the occupant load of the street floor plus the required capacity of stairs and ramps discharging onto the street floor. 35.2.3.3 The width of corridors serving an occupant load of 50 or more in facilities having prompt or slow evacuation capability, and all facilities having impractical evacuation capability, shall be sufficient for the occupant load served but shall be not less than 60 in. (1525 mm). 35.2.3.4 The width of corridors serving an occupant load of less than 50 in facilities having prompt or slow evacuation capability shall be not less than 44 in. (1120 mm). 35.2.4 Number of Means of Egress. 35.2.4.1 Means of egress shall comply with the following, except as otherwise permitted by 35.2.4.2: (1) The number of means of egress shall be in accordance with 7.4.1.1 and 7.4.1.3 through 7.4.1.5. (2) Not less than two separate exits shall be provided on every story. (3) Not less than two separate exits shall be accessible from every part of every story. 35.2.4.2 Exit access, as required by 35.2.4.1(3), shall be permitted to include a single exit access path for the distances permitted as common paths of travel by 35.2.5.2 and 35.2.5.3. 35.2.5 Arrangement of Means of Egress. 35.2.5.1 General. Access to all required exits shall be in accordance with Section 7.5. 35.2.5.2 Dead-end Corridors. Dead-end corridors shall not exceed 35 ft. (15 m). 35.2.5.3 Common Path. Common paths of travel shall not exceed 110 ft. (35.5 m). 35.2.5.4 Reserved. 35.2.6 Travel Distance to Exits. 35.2.6.1 Travel distance from the door within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not exceed 75 ft. (23 m) in buildings not protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 35.3.5. 35.2.6.2 Travel distance from any point within a room, suite, or living unit to a corridor door shall not exceed 125 ft. (38 m) in buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 35.3.5. 35.2.6.3 Travel distance from the corridor door of any room to the nearest exit shall be in accordance with 35.2.6.3.1 or 35.2.6.3.2 35.2.6.3.1 Travel distance from the corridor door of any room to the nearest exit, measured in accordance with Section 7.6, shall not exceed 200 ft. (61 m). 35.2.6.3.2 Travel distance to exits shall not exceed 200 ft. (61 m) for exterior ways of exit access arranged in accordance with 7.5.3. 35.2.7 Discharge from Exits. Exit discharge shall comply with Section 7.7. 35.2.8 Illumination of Means of Egress. Means of egress shall be illuminated in accordance with Section 7.8. 35.2.9 Emergency Lighting. Emergency lighting in accordance with Section 7.9 shall be provided. 35.2.10 Marking of Means of Egress. Means of egress shall be marked in accordance with Section 7.10 35.2.11 Special Means of Egress Features. 35.2.11.1 Reserved. 35.2.11.2 Lockups. Lockups in residential assisted living community occupancies shall comply with the requirements of 23.4.5. 35.3 Protection. 35.3.1 Protection of Vertical Openings. 35.3.1.1 Vertical openings shall be enclosed or protected in accordance with Section 8.6. 35.3.1.2 Unenclosed vertical openings in accordance with 8.6.9.1 shall be permitted. 35.3.1.3 No floor below the level of exit discharge and used only for storage, heating equipment, or purposes other than residential occupancy shall have unprotected openings to floors used for residential occupancy. 35.3.2 Protection from Hazards. 35.3.2.1 Rooms containing high-pressure boilers, refrigerating machinery, transformers, or other service equipment subject to possible explosion shall not be located directly under or adjacent to exits, and such rooms shall be effectively separated from other parts of the building as specified in Section 8.7. 35.3.2.2 Hazardous areas, which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following, shall be separated from other parts of the building by construction having a minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating, with communicating openings protected by approved self-closing fire doors and be equipped with automatic fire-extinguishing systems: (1) Boiler and heater rooms (2) Laundries (3) Repair shops (4) Rooms or spaces used for storage of combustible supplies and equipment in quantities deemed hazardous by the authority having jurisdiction Exception to (1): Rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes. 35.3.3 Interior Finish. 35.3.3.1 General. Interior finish shall be in accordance with Section 10.2. 35.3.3.2 Interior Wall and Ceiling Finish. Interior wall and ceiling finish materials complying with Section 10.2 shall be in accordance with the following: (1) Exit enclosures - Class A (2) Lobbies and corridors - Class B (3) Rooms and enclosed spaces - Class B 35.3.3.3 Interior Floor Finish. 35.3.3.3.1 Interior floor finish shall comply with Section 10.2. 35.3.3.3.2 Interior floor finish in exit enclosures and exit access corridors and spaces not separated from them by walls complying with 35.3.6 shall be not less than Class II. 35.3.3.3.3 Interior floor finish shall comply with 10.2.7.1 or 10.2.7.2, as applicable. 35.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems. 35.3.4.1 General. A fire alarm system shall be provided in accordance with Section 9.6. 34.3.4.2 Initiation. The required fire alarm system shall be initiated by each of the following: (1) Manual means in accordance with 9.6.2. (2) Manual fire alarm box located at a convenient central control point under continuous supervision of responsible employees. (3) Required automatic sprinkler system. (4) Required smoke and heat detection systems, other than sleeping room smoke alarms. 35.3.4.3 Annunciator Panel. An annunciator panel, connected to the fire alarm system, shall be provided at a location readily accessible from the primary point of entry for emergency response personnel. 35.3.4.4 Notification 35.3.4.4.1 Occupant Notification. Occupant notification shall be provided automatically, without delay, by internal audible alarm in accordance with 9.6.3. 35.3.4.4.2 High-Rise Buildings. High-rise buildings shall be provided with an approved emergency voice communication/alarm system in accordance with 11.8.4. 35.3.4.5 Emergency Forces Notification. 35.3.4.5.1 Fire department notification shall be accomplished in accordance with 9.6.4. 35.3.4.5.2 Where the existing fire alarm system does not provide for automatic emergency forces notification in accordance with 9.6.4, provisions shall be made for the immediate notification of the public fire department by either telephone or other means, or, where there is no public fire department, notification shall be made to the private fire brigade. 35.3.4.5.3 Where a new fire alarm system is installed, or the existing fire alarm system is replaced, emergency forces notification shall be provided in accordance with 9.6.4. 35.3.4.6 Detection. 35.3.4.6.1 Smoke Alarms. Smoke alarms shall be provided in accordance with 35.3.4.6.1.1, 35.3.4.6.1.2, or 35.3.4.6.1.3. 35.3.4.6.1.1 Each sleeping room shall be provided with an approved smoke alarm in accordance with 9.6.2.10 that is powered from the building electrical system. 35.3.4.6.1.2 Existing battery-powered smoke alarms, rather than building electrical service-powered smoke alarms, shall be accepted where, in the opinion of the authority having jurisdiction, the facility has demonstrated that testing, maintenance, and battery replacement programs ensure the reliability of power to the smoke alarms. 35.3.4.6.1.3 The provisions of 9.6.8.10.1 and 9.6.8.10.2.2 shall also apply. 35.3.4.7 Smoke Detection Systems. 35.3.4.7.1 All living areas, as defined in 3.3.22.5, and all corridors shall be provided with smoke detectors that comply with NFPA 72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code , and are arranged to initiate an alarm that is audible in all sleeping areas, as modified by 35.3.4.7.2. 35.3.4.7.2 Smoke detection systems shall not be required in unenclosed corridors, passageways, balconies, colonnades, or other arrangements with one or more sides along the long dimension fully or extensively open to the exterior at all times. 35.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. 35.3.5.1 General. Where an automatic sprinkler system is installed, for either total or partial building coverage, the system shall be installed in accordance with Section 9.7, as modified by 35.3.5.1.1. 35.3.5.1.1 In buildings four or fewer stories above grade plane, systems in accordance with NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height , shall be permitted. 35.3.5.1.1.1 The exemptions found in NFPA 13R for the sprinkling all closets and bathrooms regardless of size or construction shall not be applicable to assisted living community occupancies under this chapter. 35.3.5.2 Impractical Evacuation Capability. All facilities having impractical evacuation capability shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1) (full NFPA 13 System) or increase staffing to achieve evacuation of all residents to a point of safety within 13 minutes. 35.3.5.3 High-Rise Buildings. All high-rise buildings shall be protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 35.3.5. Such systems shall initiate the fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6. 35.3.5.4 Attics shall be protected in accordance with 35.3.5.4.1 or 35.3.5.4.2 35.3.5.4.1 Where an automatic sprinkler system is installed, attics or areas within attics used for living purposes, storage, or fuel-fired equipment shall be protected with automatic sprinklers that are part of the required, approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1. 35.3.5.4.2 Where an automatic sprinkler system is installed, attics not used for living purposes, storage, or fuel-fired equipment shall meet one of the following criteria: (1) Attics shall be protected throughout by a heat detection system arranged to activate the building fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6. (2) Attics shall be protected with automatic sprinklers that are part of the required, approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1. 35.3.5.5 Supervision . Automatic sprinkler systems shall be supervised in accordance with Section 9.7. 35.3.5.6 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in accordance with 9.9. 35.3.6 Corridors and Separation of Sleeping Rooms. 35.3.6.1 Access shall be provided from every resident use area to not less than one means of egress that is separated from all other rooms or spaces by walls complying with 35.3.6.1.1, 35.3.6.1.3 or 35.3.6.1.4. 35.3.6.1.1 Sleeping rooms shall be separated from corridors, living areas, kitchens and all other areas by walls having a minimum 1/2-hour fire resistance rating. 35.3.6.1.2 Prompt evacuation capability facilities in buildings two or fewer stories in height, where not less than one required means of egress from each sleeping room provides a path of travel to the outside without traversing any corridor or other spaces exposed to unprotected vertical openings, living areas, and kitchens, shall not be required to comply with 35.3.6.1.1. 35.3.6.1.3 Rooms or spaces, other than sleeping rooms and hazardous areas, shall be separated from corridors by smoke partitions in accordance with Section 8.4, and the provisions of 8.4.3.5 shall not apply. 35.3.6.2 Except for Hazardous areas, in buildings protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1), walls may be smoke partitions in accordance with Section 8.4, and the provisions of 8.4.3.5 shall not apply. 35.3.6.3 Hazardous areas shall be separated from corridors in accordance with 35.3.2. 35.3.6.4 Doors in walls required by 35.3.6.1 or 35.3.6.2 shall comply with 35.3.6.4.1 or 35.3.6.4.2. 35.3.6.4.1 Doors shall have a minimum 20-minute fire protection rating. 35.3.6.4.2 Solid-bonded wood-core doors of not less than 1 3/4 in. (44 mm) thickness shall be permitted to continue in use. 35.3.6.5 Doors in walls required by 35.3.6.1 and 35.3.6.2 shall comply with 35.3.6.5.1 and 35.3.6.6. 35.3.6.5.1 Door-closing devices shall not be required on doors in corridor wall openings, other than those serving exit enclosures, smoke barriers, enclosures of vertical openings, and hazardous areas. 35.3.6.6 No louvers, transfer grilles, operable transoms, or other air passages, other than properly installed heating and utility installations, shall penetrate the walls or doors specified in 34.3.6. 35.3.7 Subdivision of Building Spaces. The requirements of 35.3.7.1 through 35.3.7.6 shall be met for all sleeping floors, unless otherwise permitted by 35.3.7.7. 35.3.7.1 Every sleeping room floor shall be divided into not less than two smoke compartments of approximately the same size, with smoke barriers in accordance with Section 8.5, unless otherwise indicated in 35.3.7.4, 35.3.7.5, and 35.3.7.6 35.3.7.1.1 Smoke barriers shall not be required in buildings having prompt or slow evacuation capability where each sleeping room is provided with exterior ways of exit access arranged in accordance with 7.5.3. 35.3.7.2 Each smoke compartment shall have an area not exceeding 22,500 ft2 (2100 m2). 35.3.7.3 The travel distance from any point to reach a door in the required smoke barrier shall be limited to a distance of 200 ft. (61 m). 35.3.7.3.1 Additional smoke barriers shall be provided such that the travel distance from a sleeping room corridor door to a smoke barrier shall not exceed 150 ft. (46 m). 35.3.7.4 Smoke barriers shall not be required on stories that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy located above the assisted living community occupancy. 35.3.7.5 Smoke barriers shall not be required in areas that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that are separated from the assisted living community occupancy by a fire barrier complying with Section 8.3. 35.3.7.6 Smoke barriers shall not be required on stories that do not contain an assisted living community occupancy and that are more than one story below the assisted living community occupancy. 35.3.7.7 Smoke barriers shall not be required in open parking structures protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic sprinkler system in accordance with 9.7.1.1(1). 35.3.7.8 Smoke barriers shall be constructed in accordance with Section 8.5 and shall have a minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating, unless they meet the requirement of 35.3.7.9 or 35.3.7.10. 35.3.7.9 Where an atrium is used, smoke barriers shall be permitted to terminate at an atrium wall constructed in accordance with 8.6.7(1)(c), in which case not less than two separate smoke compartments shall be provided on each floor. 35.3.7.10 Dampers shall not be required in duct penetrations of smoke barriers in fully ducted heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems. 35.3.7.11 Not less than 15 net ft2 (1.4 net m2) per resident shall be provided within the aggregate area of corridors, lounge or dining areas, and other low hazard areas on each side of the smoke barrier. 35.3.7.12 On stories not housing residents, not less than 6 net ft2 (0.56 net m2) per occupant shall be provided on each side of the smoke barrier for the total number of occupants in adjoining compartments. 35.3.7.13 Doors in smoke barriers shall be substantial doors, such as 1 3/4 in. (44 mm) thick, solid- bonded wood-core doors, or shall be of construction that resists fire for a minimum of 20 minutes. 35.3.7.14 Nonrated factory- or field-applied protective plates extending not more than 48 in. (1220 mm) above the bottom of the door shall be permitted. 35.3.7.15 Cross-corridor openings in smoke barriers shall be protected by a pair of swinging doors or a horizontal-sliding door complying with 7.2.1.14. 35.3.7.16 Swinging doors shall be arranged so that each door swings in a direction opposite from the other. 35.3.7.17 Doors in smoke barriers shall comply with 8.5.4 and shall be self-closing or automatic-closing in accordance with 7.2.1.8. 35.3.7.18 Vision panels consisting of fire-rated glazing or wired glass panels in approved frames shall be provided in each cross-corridor swinging door and in each cross-corridor horizontal-sliding door in a smoke barrier. 35.3.7.19 Rabbets, bevels, or astragals shall be required at the meeting edges, and stops shall be required at the head and sides of door frames in smoke barriers. 35.3.7.20 Positive latching hardware shall not be required. 35.3.7.21 Center mullions shall be prohibited. 35.3.8 Cooking Facilities. Cooking facilities, other than those within individual residential units, shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.3. 35.3.9 Standpipes. 35.3.9.1 General. Where required, standpipe and hose systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with 9.10. 35.3.9.2 In High-Rise Buildings. Class I standpipe systems shall be installed throughout all high-rise buildings. 35.3.9.3 Roof Outlets. Roof outlets shall not be required on roofs having a slope of 3 in 12 or greater. 35.4 Special Provisions. 35.4.1 High-Rise Buildings. High-rise buildings shall comply with Section 11.8. 35.5 Reserved. 35.6 Building Services. 35.6.1 Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning. 35.6.1.1 Heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning equipment shall comply with Section 9.2. 35.6.1.2 No stove or combustion heater shall be located such that it blocks escape in case of fire caused by the malfunction of the stove or heater. 35.6.1.3 Unvented fuel-fired heaters shall not be used in any assisted living community occupancy. 35.6.3 Elevators, Dumbwaiters, and Vertical Conveyors. Elevators, dumbwaiters, and vertical conveyors shall comply with Section 9.4. 35.6.3.2 In high-rise buildings, one elevator shall be provided with a protected power supply and shall be available for use by the fire department in case of emergency. 35.6.4 Rubbish Chutes, Incinerators, and Laundry Chutes. Rubbish chutes, incinerators, and laundry chutes shall comply with Section 9.5. 35.7 Operating Features. 35.7.1 Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Assisted living community facilities shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, resident training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. The provisions of this Section 35.7 shall be incorporated into the plans, training and safety practices developed by the facility. 35.7.2 Emergency Plan. 35.7.2.1 The administration of every residential assisted living community facility shall have, in effect and available to all supervisory personnel, written copies of a plan for protecting all persons in the event of fire, for keeping persons in place, for evacuating persons to areas of refuge, and for evacuating persons from the building when necessary. 35.7.2.2 The emergency plan shall include special staff response, including the fire protection procedures needed to ensure the safety of any resident, and shall be amended or revised whenever any resident with unusual needs is admitted to the home. 35.7.2.3 All employees shall be periodically instructed and kept informed with respect to their duties and responsibilities under the plan, and such instruction shall be reviewed by the staff not less than every 2 months. 35.7.2.4 A copy of the plan shall be readily available at all times within the facility. 35.7.3 Resident Training. 35.7.3.1 All residents participating in the emergency plan shall be trained in the proper actions to be taken in the event of fire. 35.7.3.2 The training required by 35.7.3.1 shall include actions to be taken if the primary escape route is blocked. 35.7.3.3 If the resident is given rehabilitation or habilitation training, training in fire prevention and the actions to be taken in the event of a fire shall be a part of the training program. 35.7.3.4 Residents shall be trained to assist each other in case of fire to the extent that their physical and mental abilities permit them to do so without additional personal risk. 35.7.4 Emergency Egress and Relocation Drills. Emergency egress and relocation drills shall be conducted in accordance with 35.7.4.1 through 35.7.4.6. 35.7.4.1 Emergency egress and relocation drills shall be conducted not less than once per quarter on each shift at alternating times. It is intended that staff and residents be trained and drilled based on fire and other emergencies that may occur during the periods of lowest staffing levels. This may require more than one drill per quarter on shifts with the lowest staffing levels." 35.7.4.2 The emergency drills shall be permitted to be announced to the residents in advance. 35.7.4.3 The drills shall involve the training of residents for the eventual actual evacuation of all residents to an assembly point, as specified in the emergency plan, and shall provide residents with experience in egressing through all exits and means of escape required by this Code . 35.7.4.3.1. The assembly point shall be a place outside of the building and shall be located a safe distance from the building being evacuated so as to avoid interference with fire department operations. A refuge area within a smoke compartment in buildings separated by smoke barriers shall be considered a temporary assembly point as part of a staged evacuation. 35.7.4.3.2. Buildings with smoke compartments shall be allowed to train residents to temporarily escape in a staged evacuation to another smoke compartment separated by smoke barriers. Residents shall be allowed to complete the training exercise on the other side of an adjacent smoke barrier. Residents shall still be trained to eventually complete building evacuation during an actual emergency evacuation. Residents shall be required to participate in one emergency egress and relocation drill per year where they continue to an assembly point outside of the building. 35.7.4.3.3. Residents, as a group, shall be required to complete the evacuation drill to an exit or across a smoke barrier in less than 13 minutes or shall be required to change its group evacuation capability and comply with Section 35.1.8. 35.7.4.4 Exits and means of escape not used in any drill shall not be credited in meeting the requirements of this Code for assisted living community facilities. 35.7.4.5 Actual exiting from windows shall not be required to comply with 35.7.3; opening the window and signaling for help shall be an acceptable alternative. 35.7.4.6 If the assisted living community facility has an evacuation capability classification of impractical, those residents who cannot meaningfully assist in their own evacuation or who have special health problems shall not be required to actively participate in the drill. 35.7.5 Smoking. 35.7.5.1 Smoking regulations shall be adopted by the administration of assisted living community occupancies. 35.7.5.2 Where smoking is permitted, noncombustible safety-type ashtrays or receptacles shall be provided in convenient locations. 35.7.6 Furnishings, Mattresses, and Decorations. 35.7.6.1 New draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations shall comply with 35.7.6.1.1 and 35.7.6.1.2. 35.7.6.1.1 New draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations in assisted living community facilities shall be in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.1, unless otherwise permitted by 35.7.6.1.2. 35.7.6.1.2 In other than common areas, new draperies, curtains, and other similar loosely hanging furnishings and decorations shall not be required to comply with 35.7.6.1.1 where the building is protected throughout by an approved automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with 35.3.6. 35.7.6.2 New upholstered furniture within assisted living community facilities shall comply with 35.7.6.2.1 or 35.7.6.2.2. 35.7.6.2.1 New upholstered furniture shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.2.1(1) and 10.3.3. 35.7.6.2.2 Upholstered furniture belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such rooms. 35.7.6.3 Newly introduced mattresses within assisted living community facilities shall comply with 35.7.6.3.1 or 35.7.6.3.2. 35.7.6.3.1 Newly introduced mattresses shall be tested in accordance with the provisions of 10.3.2.2 and 10.3.4. 35.7.6.3.2 Mattresses belonging to residents in sleeping rooms shall not be required to be tested, provided that a smoke alarm is installed in such rooms; battery-powered single-station smoke alarms shall be permitted in such rooms. 35.7.7 Staff. Staff shall be on duty and in the facility at all times when residents requiring evacuation assistance are present. 35.7.8 Inspection of Door Openings. Door assemblies for which the door leaf is required to swing in the direction of egress travel shall be inspected and tested not less than annually in accordance with 7.2.1.15." (ff) Modification to Chapter 36: 1. Add a new subparagraph 36.3.2.1.3 to read as follows: 36.3.2.1.3 "Rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input shall not be subject to the provisions of 36.3.2.1. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 2. Add a new subparagraph 36.3.5.1.1. to read as follows: 36.3.5.1.1 "Individual tenant spaces located in covered mall buildings shall be provided with electrically supervised control valves. Such control valves shall be located off supply mains to control each individual tenant space. 36.3.5.1.1.1 Multiple tenant spaces shall be permitted to be controlled by one control valve provided the total area covered by the single valve does not exceed 7,500 square feet (696.8 sq. m)." 3. Delete subparagraph 36.4.5.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 36.4.5.6 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Bulk merchandising and mercantile occupancies (Group M) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." 4. Delete subsections 36.7.1, 36.7.2, 36.7.3, and 36.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 36.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Mercantile occupancies (Group M) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 36.7.2 Food Service Operations. Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2 36.7.3 Upholstered Furniture and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies. 36.7.4 Soiled Linen and Trash Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.9 of this Code for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L) or more shall not apply." (gg) Modification to Chapter 37: 1. Add a new subparagraph 37.3.2.1.3 to read as follows: 37.3.2.1.3 "The provisions of 37.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 2. Delete subsections 37.7.1, 37.7.2, 37.7.3, and 37.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 37.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Mercantile occupancies (Group M) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 37.7.2 Food Service Operations. Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2 37.7.3 Upholstered Furniture and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies. 37.7.4 Soiled Linen and Trash Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.8 of this Code for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L) or more shall not apply." (hh) Modification to Chapter 38: 1. Delete subparagraph 3 8.2.2.2.6 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 38.2.2.2.6 "Delayed egress locks complying with 7.2.1.6.1 shall be permitted, provided, however, not more than one such device shall be permitted in the means of egress path involved." 2. Delete subparagraph 38.2.2.2.7 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 38.2.2.2.7 "Access-controlled egress doors complying with 7.2.1.6.2 shall be permitted. For elevator lobby exit access doors see 38.2.2.2.3 and 7.2.1.6.3 (14)." 3. Add a new subparagraph 38.3.2.1.1 to read as follows: 38.3.2.1.1 "The provisions of 38.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 4. Delete subsections 38.7.1, 38.7.2, 38.7.3, and 38.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 38.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Business occupancies (Group B) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 38.7.2 Food Service Operations. Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2 38.7.3 Upholstered Furniture and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies. 38.7.4 Soiled Linen and Trash Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.8 of this Code for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L) or more shall not apply." (ii) Modification to Chapter 39: 1. Add a new subparagraph 39.3.2.1.1 to read as follows: 39.3.2.1.1 "The provisions of 39.3.2.1 shall not apply to rooms enclosing air handling equipment, compressor equipment, furnaces or other heating equipment with a total aggregate input rating less than 200,000 BTU input. Such rooms shall not be used for any combustible storage. A minimum of 30 inches (0.76 m) unobstructed access shall be provided and maintained to equipment and electrical or emergency control panels or devices for emergency response purposes." 2. Delete subsections 39.7.1, 39.7.2, 39.7.3, and 39.7.4 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 39.7.1 " Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Business occupancies (Group B) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 39.7.2 Food Service Operations. Food service operations shall comply with 12.7.2 39.7.3 Upholstered Furniture and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to upholstered furniture and mattresses in mercantile occupancies. 39.7.4 Soiled Linen and Trash Receptacles. The requirements of 10.3.8 of this Code for containers for rubbish, waste, or linen with a capacity of 20 gal (75.7 L) or more shall not apply." (jj) Modification to Chapter 40: 1. Delete subsection 40.3.5 in its entirety and insert in its place the following: "40.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. 40.3.5.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all industrial occupancies classified as Group F and/or Group H occupancies as in the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, on each floor in accordance with 9.9 of this Code . 40.3.5.2 Automatic fire suppression systems. Automatic fire suppression systems shall be installed in industrial occupancies as required by the International Building Code , adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, with regard to construction type, area and height requirements, and other features as set forth in Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE. In addition, automatic fire suppression systems, and/or specialized automatic fire suppression systems, as required by the fire code authority having jurisdiction in accordance with the International Fire Code or other codes and standards adopted by the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the applicable codes and standards." 2. Delete subsections 40.7.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 40.7.1 Upholstered Furniture and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to upholstered furniture and mattresses in industrial occupancies. 3. Add new section 40.8 to read as follows: "40.8 Emergency Planning and Preparedness. 40.8.1 Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Industrial occupancies otherwise classified under Group F and/or Group H in the International Fire Code , shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 40.8.2 Employee Training and Response Procedures. Employees in the occupancies listed in Section 404.2 of the International Fire Code as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be trained in the fire emergency procedures described in their fire evacuation and life safety plans. Training shall be based on these plans and as described in Section 404.3 of the noted International Fire Code ." (kk) Modification to Chapter 42: 1. Delete subsection 42.3.5 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: "42.3.5 Extinguishment Requirements. 42.3.5.1 Portable Fire Extinguishers. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in all storage occupancies in accordance with 9.9. 42.3.5.2 Automatic fire suppression systems. Automatic fire suppression systems shall be installed in storage occupancies as required by the International Building Code , adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, with regard to construction type, area and height requirements, and other features as set forth in Table 1.4.4, CODES REFERENCE GUIDE . In addition, automatic fire suppression systems, and/or specialized automatic fire suppression systems, as required by the fire code authority having jurisdiction in accordance with the International Fire Code or other codes and standards adopted by the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner, shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of the applicable codes and standards." 2. Delete subsections 42.9.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 42.9.1 " Upholstered Furniture and Mattresses. The provisions of 10.3.2 of this Code and Section 805 of the International Fire Code shall not apply to upholstered furniture and mattresses in storage occupancies. 3. Add a new section 42.10 to read as follows: "42.10 Emergency Planning and Preparedness. 42.10.1 Emergency Planning and Preparedness. Storage occupancies (Group S) and High Hazard occupancies (Group H) shall develop policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices for the protection of life prior to and during an emergency condition. Such policies, procedures, plans, staff training, and safety practices shall be developed and implemented in accordance with applicable provisions of Chapter 4 of the International Fire Code , as adopted by the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner." (ll) Modifications to Chapter 43: 1. Add a new subparagraph 43.1.4.5.1 to read as follows: 43.1.4.5.1 "The provisions of 43.1.4.5 shall specifically apply to compliance with the International Fire Code (IFC) and other codes and standards promulgated and adopted with modifications by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Accessibility issues shall be addressed in accordance with Chapter 120-3-20 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. Where any of the provisions of this Code chapter require compliance with a building code, it shall be construed that compliance is required as applicable with the International Building Code ( IBC ), as adopted by the Georgia Board of Community Affairs. Also, refer to 120-3-3-.01 , 120-3-3-.02 , 120-3-3-.03 , and 120-3-3-.04(1) of Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. 2. Add a new paragraph 43.7.2.6 to read as follows: 43.7.2.6 "The provisions of 43.7.2.4 and 43.7.2.5 shall be permitted to be modified by the authority having jurisdiction provided the intents and purposes of 102.3, 102.4, and 102.6 of the International Fire Code (IFC) , as adopted by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner are met." 3. Delete subsections 43.10.1 and 43.10.2 in their entirety and substitute in their place the following: 43.10.1 " General Requirements. Table 43.7.3 Hazard Categories and Classifications in 43.7.3 of this Code may be utilized as may be deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction in the evaluation of historic buildings. 43.10.2 Application. The provisions of Chapter 43 shall be deemed as advisory and may be applied to buildings designated as historic to the degree deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction, provided, however, the application of Chapter 43 and 43.10 provisions shall be coordinated as needed to ensure compliance with the requirements, intents, and purposes of 103.3, 102.4, and 102.6 of the International Fire Code (IFC) as adopted with modifications by Chapter 120-3-3 of the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner are met." (mm) Modifications to Annex A: Add a new (4) to A.3.3.196.7 to read as follows: (4) "Assisted Living Communities" Delete (5) from A.3.3.196.12 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (5) "Community Living Arrangements with five or more residents" 3. Delete (1) from A.3.3.196.13 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: (1) "One- and two-family dwellings and Community Living Arrangements with fewer than five residents (Chapter 24)" 4. Add a new (4) to A.6.1.5.1 to read as follows: (4) "Assisted Living Communities" 5. Delete (5) from A.6.1.9.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following:" (5) Community Living Arrangements with five or more residents"

(73) NFPA 101A, 2013 Edition, Guide on Alternative Approaches to Life Safety Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new Section 1.4 to read as follows: 1.4 "This document is recognized strictly as a guide that may be used in evaluating systems or methods to determine equivalent compliance alternatives for buildings, structures and facilities which do not conform to the minimum requirements of the LSC adopted by this Chapter. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards including the IFC adopted by this Chapter."

(74) NFPA 102, 2016 Edition, Standard for Grandstands, Folding and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and Membrane Structures Modifications: 1. The 2016 edition of NFPA 102 is NOT adopted. The basic provisions of this standard have been incorporated into the 2018 Edition of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code as adopted by this Chapter 120-3-3. The provisions of the adopted Life Safety Code shall apply, as appropriate, to new and existing bleachers, grandstands, folding and telescopic seating. The Life Safety Code in coordination with the applicable provisions of the adopted edition of the International Fire Code shall apply to tents and membrane structures. 2. The following apply to facilities constructed prior to the effective date of the current Chapter of 120-3-3 Rules and regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner. (a) Facilities constructed after April 1, 1968 but before January 1, 1991, shall be permitted to comply with the 1978 edition of NFPA 102, Standard for Grandstands, Folding, and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and Membrane Structures. (b) Facilities constructed after January 1, 1991, but before January 28, 1993, shall be permitted to comply with the 1986 edition of NFPA 102, Standard for Grandstands, Folding, and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and Membrane Structures. (c) Facilities constructed after January 28, 1993, but before March 09, 2010, shall be permitted to comply with the 1992 edition of NFPA 102, Standard for Grandstands, Folding, and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and Membrane Structures. (d) Facilities constructed after March 09, 2010, but before January 1, 2014, shall be permitted to comply with the 2006 edition of NFPA 102, which had been previously adopted."

(75) NFPA 105, 2019 Edition, Smoke Door Assemblies and Other Opening Protectives Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.6 to read as follows: 1.6 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the use of door assemblies in openings where the passage of smoke is to be governed. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(76) NFPA 110, 2019 Edition, Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems Modifications: None

(77) NFPA 111, 2019 Edition, Standard on Stored Electrical Energy Emergency and Standby Power Systems Modifications: None

(78) NFPA 115, 2020 Edition, Recommended Practice on Laser Fire Protection Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows: 1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the minimum fire protection criteria for the design, manufacture, installation, and use of lasers and associated equipment. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(79) NFPA 120, 2015 Edition, Standard for Coal Preparation Plants Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and any modifications.

(80) NFPA 122, 2015 Edition, Standard for Fire Prevention and Control in Metal / Nonmetal Mining and Metal Mineral Processing facilities Modifications: None

(81) NFPA 130, 2017 Edition, Standard for Fixed Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail Systems Modifications: None

(82) NFPA 140, 2018 Edition, Standard for Motion Picture and Television Production Studio Soundstages and Approved Facilities Modifications: None

(83) NFPA 150, 2019 Edition, Standard on Fire and Life Safety in Animal Housing Facilities Modifications: None

(84) NFPA 160, 2016 Edition, Standard for Flame Effects Before an Audience Modifications: None

(85) NFPA 170, 2018 Edition, Standard for Fire Safety Symbols Modifications: None

(86) NFPA 204, 2018 Edition, Standard for Smoke and Heat Venting Modifications: None

(87) NFPA 211, 2019 Edition, Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances Modifications: None

(88) NFPA 214, 2016 Edition, Standard on Water-Cooling Towers Modifications: None

(89) NFPA 220, 2018 Edition, Standard on Types of Building Construction Modifications: None

(90) NFPA 221, 2018 Edition, Standard for Fire Walls and Fire Barrier Walls Modifications: None

(91) NFPA 232, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Protection of Records Modifications: None

(92) NFPA 241, 2019 Edition, Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations Modifications: None

(93) NFPA 252, 2017 Edition, Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Door Assemblies Modifications: None

(94) NFPA 253, 2019 Edition, Standard Method of Test for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source Modifications: None

(95) NFPA 257, 2017 Edition, Standard on Fire Test for Window and Glass Block Assemblies Modifications: None

(96) NFPA 259, 2018 Edition, Standard Test Method for Potential Heat of Building Materials Modifications: None

(97) NFPA 260, 2019 Edition, Standard Methods of Tests and Classification System for Cigarette Ignition Resistance of Components of Upholstered Furniture Modifications: None

(98) NFPA 261, 2018 Edition, Standard Method of Test for Determining Resistance of Mock-Up Upholstered Furniture Material Assemblies to Ignition by Smoldering Cigarettes Modifications: None

(99) NFPA 262, 2019 Edition, Standard Method of Test for Flame Travel and Smoke of Wires and Cables for Use in Air-Handling Spaces Modifications: None

(100) NFPA 265, 2019 Edition, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Room Fire Growth Contribution of Textile Coverings on Full Height Panels and Walls Modifications: None

(101) NFPA 268, 2017 Edition, Standard Test Method for Determining Ignitability of Exterior Wall Assemblies Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source Modifications: None

(102) NFPA 269, 2017 Edition, Standard Test Method for Developing Toxic Potency Data for Use in Fire Hazard Modeling Modifications: None

(103) NFPA 270, 2018 Edition, Standard Method of Test for Measurement of Smoke Obstruction Using a Conical Radiant Source in a Single Closed Chamber Modifications: None

(104) NFPA 274, 2018 Edition , Standard Test Method to Evaluate Fire Performance Characteristics of Pipe Insulation Modifications: None

(105) NFPA 275, 2017 Edition, Standard Test Method of Fire Tests for the Evaluation of Thermal Barriers Used Over Foam Plastic Insulation Modifications: None

(106) NFPA 276, 2019 Edition, Standard Method of Fire Test for Determining the Heat Release Rate of Roofing Assemblies with Combustible Above-Deck Roofing Components Modifications: None

(107) NFPA 285, 2019 Edition, Standard Method of Test for the Evaluation of Flammability Characteristics of Exterior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Assemblies Containing Combustible Components Using the Intermediate-Scale, Multistory Test Apparatus Modifications: None

(108) NFPA 286, 2019 Edition, Standard Method of Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Interior Finish to Room Fire Growth Modifications: None

(109) NFPA 287, 2017 Edition, Standard Methods for Measurement of Flammability of Materials in Cleanrooms Using a Fire Propagation Apparatus (FPA) Modifications: None

(110) NFPA 288, 2017 Edition, Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Floor Fire Door Assemblies Installed Horizontally in Fire Resistance-Rated Floor Systems Modifications: None

(111) NFPA 289, 2019 Edition, Standard Method of Fire Test for Individual Fuel Packages Modifications: None

(112) NFPA 291, 2018 Edition , Recommended Practice for Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants Modifications: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as follows: 1.1.1 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice that may be used in evaluating the design of facilities for the emergency venting of products of combustion. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(113) NFPA 302, 2015 Edition, Fire Protection Standard for Pleasure and Commercial Motor Craft Modifications: None

(114) NFPA 303, 2016 Edition, Fire Protection Standard for Marinas and Boatyards Modifications: None

(115) NFPA 306, 2019 Edition, Standard for the Control of Gas Hazards on Vessels Modifications: None

(116) NFPA 307, 2016 Edition, Standard for the Construction and Fire Protection of Marine Terminals, Piers, and Wharves Modifications: None

(117) NFPA 312, 2016 Edition, Standard for Fire Protection of Vessels During Construction, Repair, and Lay-Up Modifications: None

(118) NFPA 318, 2018 Edition, Standard for the Protection of Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Modifications: None

(119) NFPA 326, 2020 Edition, Standard for the Safeguarding of Tanks and Containers for Entry, Cleaning or Repair Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for the adopted edition and any modifications.

(120) NFPA 329, 2020 Edition, Recommended Practice for Handling Releases of Flammable and Combustible Liquids and Gases Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(121) NFPA 385, 2017 Edition, Standard for Tank Vehicles for Flammable and Combustible Liquids Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for the adopted edition and any modifications.

(122) NFPA 400, 2019 Edition, Hazardous Materials Code Modifications: None

(123) NFPA 407, 2017 Edition, Standard for Aircraft Fuel Servicing Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-11, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for the adopted edition and any modifications.

(124) NFPA 408, 2017 Edition, Standard for Aircraft Hand Portable Fire Extinguishers Modifications: None

(125) NFPA 409, 2016 Edition, Standard on Aircraft Hangars Modifications: None

(126) NFPA 410, 2020 Edition, Standard on Aircraft Maintenance Modifications: None

(127) NFPA 415, 2016 Edition, Standard on Airport Terminal Buildings, Fueling Ramp Drainage, and Loading Walkways Modifications: None

(128) NFPA 418, 2016 Edition, Standard for Heliports Modifications: None

(129) NFPA 423, 2016 Edition, Standard for Construction and Protection of Aircraft Engine Test Facilities Modifications: None

(130) NFPA 424, 2018 Edition, Guide for Airport / Community Emergency Planning Modifications: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as follows: 1.1.1 "This document is recognized strictly as a guide to provide information for the elements of an airport/community emergency plan. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(131) NFPA 484, 2019 Edition, Standard for Combustible Metals Modifications: (1) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for the application of this standard and the adopted edition and any modifications.

(132) NFPA 495, 2018 Edition, Explosive Materials Code Modifications: (1) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(133) NFPA 496, 2017 Edition, Standard for Purged and Pressurized Enclosures for Electrical Equipment Modifications: (1) Refer to Chapter 120-3-10, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(134) NFPA 497, 2017 Edition, Recommended Practice for the Classification of Flammable Liquids, Gases, or Vapors and of Hazardous (Classified) Locations for Electrical Installations in Chemical Process Areas Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new paragraph 1.1.6 to read as follows: 1.1.6 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice for locations where flammable gases or vapors, flammable liquids, or combustible liquids are processed or handled and where their release into the atmosphere may result in their ignition by electrical systems or equipment. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(135) NFPA 498, 2018 Edition, Standard for Safe Havens and Interchange Lots for Vehicles Transporting Explosives Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-10, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(136) NFPA 501A, 2017 Edition, Standard for Fire Safety Criteria for Manufactured Home Installations, Sites, and Communities Modifications: None

(137) NFPA 502, 2017 Edition, Standard for Road Tunnels, Bridges, and Other Limited Access Highways Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as follows: 1.1.5 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice for the evaluation of the design, construction, operation, maintenance, and fire protection of limited access highways, tunnels, bridges, elevated roadways, depressed roadways and air-right structures. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(138) NFPA 505, 2018 Edition, Fire Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks Including Type Designations, Areas of Use, Conversions, Maintenance, and Operations Modifications: None

(139) NFPA 520, 2016 Edition, Standard on Subterranean Spaces Modifications: None

(140) NFPA 551, 2019 Edition, Standard on Evaluation of Fire Risk Assessments Modifications: None

(141) NFPA 555, 2017 Edition, Guide on Methods for Evaluating Potential for Room Flashover Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new paragraph 1.1.3 to read as follows: 1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly a guide for evaluating the potential for room flashover from fire involving the contents, furnishings, and the interior finish of a room. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(142) NFPA 557, 2020 Edition, Standard for Determination of Fire Loads for Use in Structural Fire Protection Design Modifications: None

(143) NFPA 600, 2015 Edition, Standard on Industrial Fire Brigades Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Delete subsection 1.1.3 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 1.1.3 "This document is recognized as a recommended practice for the establishment of the minimum requirements for organizing, operating, training and equipping industrial fire brigades. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(144) NFPA 652, 2019 Edition, Standard on Fundamentals of Combustible Dust Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and any modifications.

(145) NFPA 654, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions from Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of Combustible Particulate Solids Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and any modifications.

(146) NFPA 655, 2017 Edition, Standard for Prevention of Sulfur Fires and Explosions Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and any modifications.

(147) NFPA 664, 2017 Edition, Standard for the Prevention of Fires and Explosions in Wood Processing and Woodworking Facilities Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-24, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner for the application of this Standard and the adopted edition and any modifications if Standard industry code is specified in paragraph 1(b) of rule 120-3-24-.02 . All other applications shall be as specified in the 2007 edition of this standard without modification.

(148) NFPA 701, 2019 Edition, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Flame Propagation of Textiles and Films Modifications: None

(149) NFPA 703, 2018 Edition, Standard for Fire-Retardant-Treated Impregnated Wood and Fire-Retardant Coatings for Building Materials Modifications: None

(150) NFPA 704, 2017 Edition, Standard System for the Identification of the Hazards of Materials for Emergency Response Modifications: None

(151) NFPA 705, 2018 Edition, Recommended Practice for a Field Flame Test for Textiles and Films Modifications: None

(152) NFPA 715, 2023 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Fuel Gases Detection and Warning Equipment Modifications: None

(153) NFPA 720, 2015 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection and Warning Equipment Modifications: None

(154) NFPA 750, 2019 Edition, Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems Modifications: None

(155) NFPA 780, 2020 Edition, Standard for the Installation of Lighting Protection Systems Modifications: None

(156) NFPA 790, 2018 Edition, Standard for Competency of Third Party Field Evaluation Bodies Modifications: None

(157) NFPA 791, 2018 Edition, Recommended Practice and Procedures for Unlabeled Electrical Equipment Evaluation Modifications: None

(158) NFPA 801, 2014 Edition, Standard for Fire Protection for Facilities Handling Radioactive Materials Modifications: None

(159) NFPA 804, 2015 Edition, Standard for Fire Protection for Advanced Light Water Reactor Electric Generating Plants Modifications: None

(160) NFPA 805, 2015 Edition, Performance-Based Standard for Fire Protection for Light Water Reactor Electric Generating Plants Modifications: None

(161) NFPA 806, 2015 Edition, Performance-Based Standard for Fire Protection for Advanced Nuclear Reactor Electric Generating Plants Change Process Modifications: None

(162) NFPA 820, 2020 Edition, Standard for Fire Protection in Wastewater Treatment and Collection Facilities Modifications: None

(163) NFPA 850, 2015 Edition, Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Electric Generating Plants and High Voltage Direct Current Converter Stations Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as follows: 1.1.1 "This document is recognized strictly a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection for electric generating plants and high voltage direct current converter stations except as specified in 1.1. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(164) NFPA 851, 2010 Edition, Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Hydroelectric Generating Plants Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as follows: 1.1.1 "This document is recognized strictly a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection for hydroelectric generating plants. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is not in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards."

(165) NFPA 853, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Fuel Cell Power Systems, 2020 Edition (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows: 1.1.3 Where the requirements of this standard are in conflict with the International Building Code as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs or the International Fire Code as adopted and modified by this Chapter, the most restrictive requirements shall apply unless otherwise approved by the State Fire Marshal.

(166) NFPA 855, Standard for Installation for Stationary Energy Storage Systems, 2020 Edition (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.1 to read as follows: 1.1.1 Where the requirements of this standard are in conflict with the International Building Code as adopted by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs or the International Fire Code as adopted and modified by this Chapter, the most restrictive requirements shall apply unless otherwise approved by the State Fire Marshal.

(167) NFPA 909, 2017 Edition, Code for the Protection of Cultural Resource Properties - Museums, Libraries, and Places of Worship Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.5 to read as follows: 1.1.5 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection for various cultural resources. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it is not adopted as a minimum state code or standard. It may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards, or it may be adopted and enforced by a local jurisdiction under local ordinance." (b) Modification to Chapter 3: 1. Delete the definition 3.3.25 for Fire Hazard and substitute in its place the following: 3.3.25 " "Fire Hazard" means for the intents and purposes of this Code , an activity, circumstance, condition, situation, combination of materials, material process, use or improper use of heat sources, or that on the basis of applicable documentation, data, or information sources deemed reliable by the authority having jurisdiction, can cause an unwanted fire, a fire out of control, an explosion, or a related condition, such as panic from a fear of smoke, fire, or explosion, that the authority having jurisdiction determines to be a risk to persons, to property, or to the health, safety, and or welfare of the jurisdiction."

(168) NFPA 914, 2019 Edition, Code for Fire Protection of Historic Structures Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Add a new subsection 1.1.3 to read as follows: 1.1.3 "This document is recognized strictly as a recommended practice for fire prevention and fire protection of historic structures. Recommendations may be based on the document where deemed appropriate by the authority having jurisdiction. The document is in the form of a stand-alone enforceable code or standard, however, it is not adopted as a minimum state code or standard. It may be used in conjunction with and in the support of applicable provisions of other adopted codes or standards, or it may be adopted and enforced by a local jurisdiction under local ordinance." (b) Modifications to Chapter 3: 1. Delete the definition 3.3.30 for Fire Hazard and substitute in its place the following: 3.3.30 " "Fire Hazard" means for the intents and purposes of this Code , an activity, circumstance, condition, situation, combination of materials, material process, use or improper use of heat sources, or that on the basis of applicable documentation, data, or information sources deemed reliable by the authority having jurisdiction, can cause an unwanted fire, a fire out of control, an explosion, or a related condition, such as panic from a fear of smoke, fire, or explosion, that the authority having jurisdiction determines to be a risk to persons, to property, or to the health, safety, and or welfare of the jurisdiction."

(169) NFPA 1122, 2018 Edition, Code for Model Rocketry Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(170) NFPA 1123, 2018 Edition, Code for Fireworks Display Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(171) NFPA 1124, Code for the Manufacture, Transportation, Storage and Retail Sales of Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(172) NFPA 1125, 2017 Edition, Code for the Manufacture of Model Rocket and High Power Rocket Motors Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(173) NFPA 1126, 2016 Edition, Standard for the Use of Pyrotechnics before a Proximate Audience Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(174) NFPA 1127, 2018 Edition, Code for High-Power Rocketry Modifications: (a) Refer to Chapter 120-3-22, Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner, for adopted edition and any modifications.

(175) NFPA 1142, 2017 Edition, Standard on Water Supplies for Suburban and Rural Fire Fighting Modifications: None

(176) NFPA 1225 Standard for Emergency Services Communications (a) Modifications to Chapter 1 (1) Add a new subsection 1.3.1 to read as follows: 1.3.1 Chapters 1 through 3 and Chapter 18 shall be the standard for In-Building Emergency Responder Communications Enhancement Systems. 2. Add a new section 1.6 Enforcement Requirement: 1.6 Enforcement Requirement Except for 1.3.1 it is intended that this standard shall be administered and enforced by the authority having jurisdiction designated by the local governing authority. (b) Modifications to Chapter 2 1. Add a new subsection 2.2.1 to read as follows: 2.2.1 Refer to the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3 for the NFPA publication editions that apply to Chapter 18. (c) Modifications to Chapter 18 1. Add a new paragraph 18.2.1.1 to read as follows: 18.2.1.1 Where buildings or facilities fall under the jurisdiction of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner as set forth in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.), Title 25, Chapter 2, and for State owned facilities and State occupied facilities that are not provided with a facility fire department, it is intended that the provisions of chapter 18 and subsection 20.3.10 and subparagraph 20.3.10.1 be administered by the local Fire Chief and/or Fire Code Official responsible for providing fire or other emergency response to the buildings or facilities and the frequency license holder(s). 2. Delete subsection 18.8.3 in its entirety and replace with a new subsection 18.8.3 to read as follows: 18.8.3 Critical areas, including fire command centers complying with Section 508 of the International Fire Code as adopted in the Rules and Regulations of the Safety Fire Commissioner Chapter 120-3-3, fire pump rooms, exit stairs, exit passageways, elevators, elevator lobbies, standpipe cabinets, sprinkler sectional valve locations, and other areas deemed critical by the AHJ, shall be provided with 99 percent floor area radio coverage.

(177) NFPA 1221, 2019 Edition , Standard for the Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Emergency Services Communications Systems Modifications: None

(178) NFPA 1961, 2013 Edition, Standard on Fire Hose Modifications: None

(179) NFPA 1962, 2018 Edition, Standard for the Inspection, Care, and Use of Fire Hose, Couplings, and Nozzles and the Service Testing of Fire Hose Modifications: None

(180) NFPA 1963, 2019 Edition, Standard for Fire Hose Connections Modifications: None

(181) NFPA 2001, 2018 Edition, Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems Modifications: (a) Modification to Chapter 8: 1. Delete subsection 8.1.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 8.1.2 "All persons who could be expected to inspect, test, or maintain, fire extinguishing systems shall be licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated and thoroughly trained and kept thoroughly trained in the functions they are expected to perform." 2. Delete subsection 8.4 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 8.4 "At least annually, all systems shall be thoroughly inspected and tested for proper operation by personnel qualified in the installation and testing of clean agent extinguishing systems and licensed and/or permitted in accordance with Chapter 12 of Title 25 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated. Discharge tests shall not be required."

(182) NFPA 2010, 2015 Edition, Fixed Aerosol Fire Extinguishing Systems Modifications: None

(183) International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) , 2012 Edition Modifications: (a) Modifications to Chapter 1: 1. Delete section 101.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 101.1 " Title. The International Fire Code , 2012 edition, published by the International Code Council , shall be known as a Georgia State Wildland-Urban Interface Code , hereafter referred to as "this Code "." 2. Delete section 101.2 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following: 101.2 " Scope. The provisions of this Code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement, repair, maintenance and use of any building, structure or premises within the wildland-urban interface areas designated by local jurisdictions by ordinance."(Note: See sample Ordinance on page xi of this Code for application and designated fire area.) Buildings or conditions in existence at the time of the adoption of this Code are allowed to have their use or occupancy continued, if such condition, use or occupancy was legal at the time of the adoption of this Code , provided such continued use does not constitute a distinct danger to life or property. Buildings or structures moved into or within the jurisdiction shall comply with the provisions of this Code for new buildings or structures. 101.2.1 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted by local ordinance."

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 120-3-7-.18

(1) Installation instructions provided with manufactured homes must be followed for installation. These instructions are designed to be applicable when certain aspects of the manufacturer's installation instructions are not explicit, not stipulated or need clarification, or when the manufacturer's instructions indicate that the requirement may be left to the authority having jurisdiction. The Federal Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards Program ( 24 C.F.R. 3280, 3282 and 3283) requires that all manufactured homes be provided with installation instructions covering foundation, anchoring, utility connections, and other items. Such installation instructions shall be utilized and followed for the installation of all new manufactured homes. Previously occupied manufactured homes and mobile homes which do not have manufacturer's installation instructions shall be installed according to requirements herein. The term mobile home shall be synonymous with the term manufactured home when used herein. Manufactured homes located within rental communities shall not be required to have poured concrete or permanent foundations.

(2) Definitions: (a) Anchoring Equipment: Straps, cables, turnbuckles and chains, including tensioning devices, that are used with ties to secure a manufactured home to ground anchors; (b) Anchoring System: A combination of ties, anchoring equipment and ground anchors that will, when properly designed and installed, resist the overturning of the home or the moving of the home sideways by wind; (c) Footing: That part of the support system that sits directly on the ground at, below or partly below grade to support the piers; (d) Ground Anchor: A device at the manufactured home stand designed to transfer manufactured home anchoring loads to the ground; (e) Pier: That portion of the support system between the footing and the manufactured home, exclusive of caps and shims. Types of piers include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Manufactured steel stands; 2. Manufactured concrete stands; 3. Concrete blocks; 4. Other approved or listed equivalent. (f) Radius Clips: Means or method to protect strapping from sharp edges during loading. (g) Site, Manufactured Home: A parcel of land designed and designated for the location of one manufactured home, its accessory buildings or structures, and accessory equipment for exclusive use of the home; (h) Stabilizing Devices: All components of the anchoring and support systems such as piers, footings, ties, anchoring equipment, ground anchors, or any other materials and methods of construction which support and secure the manufactured home to the ground; (i) Stand, Manufactured Home: That area of a manufactured home site which has been reserved for placement of a manufactured home; (j) Support System: A combination of footings, piers, caps and shims that will, when properly installed, support the manufactured home; (k) Tie: Strap, cable or securing device used to connect the manufactured home to ground anchors; (l) Vertical Tie: A tie intended to resist the uplifting and overturning forces.

(3) Foundation Systems for New Manufactured Homes. (a) A manufactured home foundation system is one constructed in accordance with the foundation system included in the manufacturer's installation instructions. (b) The manufacturer or homeowner shall be permitted to design for unusual installation not provided for in these regulations or in the manufacturer's standard installation directions provided the design is approved in writing by a licensed professional engineer or architect and a copy provided to the Manufactured Housing Section of the Safety Fire Division. (c) The manufacturer's instructions include a typical foundation system designed by a registered professional engineer or architect to support the anticipated loads specified in the manufacturer's installation instructions for the design zone (including climate) of installation, and shall be deemed to meet the requirements of these regulations. These instructions shall be provided to the homeowner as required by Rule 120-3-7-.18 .

(4) Foundation Systems for Previously Owned Manufactured Homes. (a) Foundation systems for previously owned manufactured homes shall be according to requirements contained herein. Previously occupied manufactured homes can be installed according to manufacturer's installation instructions if available. (b) Subparagraph (7) contains information for the design of manufactured home foundation systems which meet the minimum criteria established in this regulation. (c) The manufacturer or homeowner shall be permitted to design for an unusual installation not provided for in the manufacturer's installation instructions, or these Regulations, provided that the design is approved in writing by a licensed professional engineer or architect and a copy sent to the Manufactured Housing Section of the Safety Fire Division and the manufacturer.

(5) Stabilizing Devices and Design. (a) Each new or previously owned manufactured home being installed on a manufactured home stand shall have stabilizing devices and shall be installed on a foundation constructed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions for new manufactured homes or standards included within these regulations for previously occupied manufactured homes. (b) Stabilizing devices not provided with the manufactured home shall be listed or labeled to meet or exceed the design and capacity requirements of the manufactured home manufacturer's installation instructions and these regulations.

(6) Anchoring. (a) Each manufactured ground anchor shall be listed and installed in accordance with the terms of its listing and the anchor manufacturer's instructions and shall include means of attachment of ties meeting the requirements of the manufacturer's installation instructions for new manufactured homes or subparagraph (6)(h) of these regulations for previously occupied manufactured homes. (b) Ground anchor manufacturer's installation instructions shall include tensioning adjustments which may be needed to prevent damage to the manufactured home. (c) Each ground anchor shall have the manufacturer's identification and listed model identification number marked thereon so that the number is visible after installation. (d) Instructions shall accompany each listed ground anchor specifying the types of soil for which the anchor is suitable under the requirements of Section E. (e) Ground anchors, including means for attaching ties, shall be located to effectively match the anchoring system instructions provided by the manufactured home manufacturer, or for previously occupied manufactured homes, in accordance with the requirements of this section. (f) Concrete slabs or footings: If concrete slabs or continuous footings are used in lieu of ground anchors to transfer the anchoring loads to the ground, steel rods cast in concrete, or deadman, or concrete anchors shall be required and shall be capable of resisting loads as specified in subparagraph 6)(g)1. (g) Anchors: 1. Capacity of Anchors: Each approved single head ground anchor, when installed, shall be capable of resisting an allowable working load at least equal to 3,150 pounds, plus a 50% overload (4,725 pounds), without failure when pulled in the direction of the tie. Anchors designed for connection of multiple ties shall be capable of resisting the combined working load and overload as outlined in this Section. Anchor type and size to be determined by soil probe test. Probe test must be performed within 2 feet of each corner of unit. 2. Anchoring Equipment: Anchoring equipment shall be capable of resisting an allowable working load equal to or exceeding 3,150 pounds and shall be capable of withstanding a 50% overload (4,725 pounds) without failure of either the anchoring equipment or the attached point on the manufactured home. When the stabilizing system is designed by a qualified registered professional engineer or architect, alternative working loads may be used provided the anchoring equipment is capable of withstanding a 50% overload. All anchoring equipment shall be listed or labeled as being capable of meeting all the requirements of this section. 3. Selection of Helical Anchors: Anchor selection shall be based on a determination of the soil class at the depth the anchor helical plate will be installed. 4. Other Anchoring Devices: Other anchoring devices meeting requirements of this section shall be permitted if acceptable to the Manufactured Housing Section of the Safety Fire Division. 5. Depth of Anchors: All anchors shall be installed to the full depth shown in the anchor manufacturer's installation instructions. 6. Anchors installed in line with the pull must be of sufficient additional length to compensate for loss of depth. 7. Anchors are to be placed within 2 feet of each end of each section in Zone I and II. In addition: (i) Zone I anchors must be placed 8 feet on center maximum along the length of both exterior sidewalls. (ii) Zone II anchors must be placed 6 feet on center maximum along the length of both exterior sidewalls. (iii) Both Zone I and II must have two longitudinal ties and anchors at each end of each section attached to the main "I"Beams. For pier heights exceeding 49 inches, anchors must be strapped to both "I"Beams. NOTE: Zone II homes produced since July 1994 must have vertical ties at each diagonal tie location. 8. Anchor length and/or type must be determined by probe testing all four corners, within two feet of corners. Results may be averaged and used to determine anchors based on the anchor manufacturer's installation and/or user manual requirements. 9. Approved alternate systems of anchoring may be used when proof that the manufacturer has approved such systems is provided. (h) Ties: 1. Strappings or other approved methods or materials shall be used for ties. All ties shall be fastened to ground anchors and drawn tight with turnbuckles or other adjustable tensioning devices or devices supplied with the ground anchor. Strapping must be protected at sharp edges with radius clips. NOTE: Splicing for vertical ties only; overlap strap 12 inches minimum with two clips (one facing each way), double crimp each clip with proper crimping tool. 2. Tie materials shall be capable of resisting an allowable working load of 3,150 pounds and shall withstand a 50% overload (4,725 pounds total). Ties shall comply with 24 CFR 3280.306 . 3. Ties shall connect the ground anchor to the top portion of the main structural steel frame (I-beam or other shape) which runs lengthwise under the manufactured home. Ties shall not connect to steel outrigger beams which fasten to and intersect the main structural frame unless specifically stated in the manufacturer's installation instructions. 4. Number of Ties: The minimum number of ties per side for various lengths of manufactured homes in Wind Zone I and Wind Zone II shall be in accordance with subparagraph (g). 5. Location of Ties: When continuous straps are provided as vertical ties, such ties shall be positioned at rafters and studs. Where a vertical tie and diagonal tie are located at the same place, both ties shall be permitted to be connected to a single ground anchor, provided that either the anchor used is capable of carrying both loadings, or that the load capacity of the total number of anchors used is equal to 3,150 pounds working load plus 50% overload (4,725 pounds) times the number of ties specified in subparagraph (g). 6. Shearwall and/or other provided ties and/or brackets must be anchored with same anchor as probe test results required for remainder of home. 7. When longitudinal brackets are provided, strapping material and anchors as described in Subparagraph (g) must be installed. 8. Special Ties: Clerestory roofs and add-on sections of expandable manufactured homes shall have provisions for vertical ties at the exposed ends. When not originally installed by manufacturer, over-the-roof or vertical ties shall not be required for manufactured homes constructed with "A"Line and shingle roofs. 9. Alternate Method Using Cable Ties: Connection of the cable frame tie to the manufactured home I beam or equivalent main structural frame member may be by a 5/8 drop-forged closed eye bolt through a hole drilled in the center of the I-beam web or other approved methods. The web shall be reinforced if necessary to maintain designed I-beam strength. Cable ends shall be secured with at least three (3) U bolt-type cable clamps with the U portion of the clamp installed on the short (dead) end of the cable to assure strength equal to that required by Section E(8). 10. Tensioning Device Design: Tensioning devices such as turnbuckles or yoke-type fasteners shall be ended with a clevis or forged or welded eyes. 11. Permanency of Connections: Anchoring equipment shall be designed and installed to prevent self-disconnection, lateral deflection or failure. (i) Resistance to Weather Deterioration: All portions of the anchor which are exposed to weathering shall have a resistance to weather deterioration. The remainder of the anchoring equipment shall have resistance at least equivalent to that provided by a coating of zinc on steel of not less than 0.30 ounces per square foot on each side of the surface coated, as determined by ASTM Standard Methods of Test for Weight of Coating on Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Iron or Steel Articles (ASTM A90-81).

(7) Foundation Standards. (a) Unless the entire support system is designed by a professional engineer or architect, the support system shall be designed in accordance with this standard. (b) Footings shall be sized to support the loads shown in the manufacturer's instructions. Where no manufacturer's instructions are available, subparagraph (7) shall apply. (c) All grass and organic material shall be removed from the pier foundation location(s), and the pier foundation placed on stable soil at a depth sufficient to protect the footings from the effects of frost heave. For purpose of the installation of a manufactured or mobile home in the State of Georgia, all footers must be protected from the effects of frost heave. When properly designed by a registered professional engineer, a "floating slab"system may be used above the frost line. The design shall accommodate the anchorage requirements identified within this regulation and/or the manufacturer's installation instructions. (d) The pier foundation shall be a 16"x16"x4"solid concrete pad, precast or poured in place, or other approved methods/materials. Where poured concrete foundations are required by local authority for multiple section homes, the footing size shall be 24"x24"x6"filled with poured concrete, or other approved materials/methods. Concrete in footings shall have an ultimate compressive strength of not less than 2500 psi at 28 days. Footer size may vary on piers used with alternate anchoring systems, when installed per system manufacturer's instructions, and marriage wall piers as required by manufacturer's instructions. 1. For the purpose of installing a manufactured/mobile home in the State of Georgia . The bases of concrete or other pad types are to be placed at or below the frost line. Other types of footings such as pans, domes, or open pans are to be placed with the topmost point that serves as the base set at or below the frost line, so as to avoid the effects of frost heave. The frost line in the State of Georgia is determined to be: (i) 4"for the following counties and all counties to the north of these counties: Troup, Meriwether, Pike, Lamar, Monroe, Jones, Baldwin, Washington, Jefferson, and Burke; (ii) 2"for the following counties and all counties to the south of these counties: Harris, Talbot, Upson, Crawford, Bibb, Twiggs, Wilkinson, Johnson, Emanuel, Jenkins, and Screven. (e) Footings or pier foundations (unless approved by a registered professional engineer) when required, shall be placed level on firm undisturbed soil or on controlled fill which is free of grass or organic materials to minimum load-bearing capacity of 1000 psf. (f) Piers and Spacing: 1. Piers or load-bearing supports or devices shall be designed and constructed to evenly distribute the loads. 2. Double piers are to be placed within 2 feet of each end of each main I-beam, and remaining piers spaced no more than 6 feet on center for the remaining length of each main I-beam. 3. Piers are to be placed on each side of exterior wall opening 4 feet wide or greater (footers at these openings may be 4"x 8"x 16", or equivalent product). 4. Piers shall be placed on each side of exterior door opening (footers may be 4"x 8"x 16", or equivalent). Openings for endwalls with full headers or cross members do not require piers and footings for the openings. 5. The marriage line of multiple section manufactured homes shall be supported by piers spaced no more than 20 feet apart and shall have piers located within 2 feet of each end of the home, under the marriage line, in conjunction with these piers, piers must be placed at each end of openings 6 feet wide or more. Marriage line piers must support both marriage line floor rails. Footers must be a minimum of 16"x 16"x 4"or equivalent. 6. Load-bearing supports or devices shall be listed or approved and shall be designed by a registered professional engineer or architect and shall be approved for the use intended or piers shall be constructed as follows: (i) Piers less than 40 inches in height shall be constructed of open or closed cell, 8 inch by 16 inch, concrete blocks with open cells vertically placed upon the footing. The pier shall be covered with a 2 inch by 16 inch by 8 inch wood or nominal concrete plate. (ii) Piers between 40 inches and 80 inches in height and all corner piers shall be double blocked with blocks interlocked and capped with a 4 inch by 16 inch by 8 inch solid concrete block or equivalent or 2 inch by 8 inch nominal pressure treated wood or hardwood covering the cell area. (iii) Piers over 80 inches in height must be designed and approved by a registered professional engineer. (iv) Steel piers, or other approved piers, when used, shall be in compliance with subparagraph (6)(i) after fabrication to provide corrosion protection. (v) Load bearing and non-load bearing walls constructed on site shall be constructed of concrete, masonry, pressure treated wood or any other approved material or system. Minimum thickness shall be that required to resist lateral pressure from adjacent earth and support design loads as determined by acceptable engineering practice. (vi) Plates, Shims and Wedges: Nominal 2"x 8"x 16"pressure treated wood, hardwood, 4"concrete caps or the equivalent, shall be placed on top of the pier for the purpose of a top plate. Plate must cover cell area in both single or double stack blocks. Any gap between the top plate and the I-beam frame may be filled with pressure treated wood or hardwood, nominal minimum size of 8"x 4"x 1", fitted and driven tight. Wedges shall not occupy more than one inch of vertical space and shall be at least 3"wide and 6"long, fitted from both sides and driven tight together between the I-beam and plate or shim. Wood and wedges may occupy no more than 4"of the space between the pier and main frame.

(8) Placement of Manufactured Homes. (a) Clearance Under Homes: A minimum clearance of 12 inches shall be maintained beneath the lowest member of the main frame (I-beam or channel-beam) in the area of utility connections. No more than 25% of the underside of the main frame of the home shall be less than 12 inches above grade. (b) Elevated Manufactured Homes: When the manufactured home is installed on a basement or split entry type foundation over a habitable lower-level area, the foundation system shall be designed by a registered professional engineer or architect.

(9) Ventilation of Manufactured Homes. (a) Ventilation of Underfloor Areas: 1. Provisions shall be made to minimize condensation in underfloor areas through ventilation openings or other suitable means. A 6 mill poly vapor barrier, or equivalent, must be placed on the ground area in the crawl space. A minimum of 90 percent of the ground area must be covered, not to include area under footers. 2. If combustion air for heat-producing appliance(s) is taken from within the underfloor areas, ventilation shall be adequate to assure proper operation of the appliance(s). This requirement shall take precedence over the provisions of subparagraph (9)(a)1. Note: This is in addition to the crawl space requirement. 3. A minimum of four ventilation openings totaling no less than four square feet of net free vent area, must be provided. One shall be placed at or near each corner as high as practicable. Crawl space ventilation net free requirement shall be calculated as follows: a=A/1500 where: A=the area of the crawl space, square foot a=the total net free vent space. If the manufacturer's installation instructions require additional vents or openings, the manufacturer's instructions shall apply. 4. Openings shall provide cross ventilation on at least two opposite sides. The openings shall be covered with corrosion resistant wire mesh not less than 1/8 inches, and not more than 1/2 inches in any dimension or with screened louvered openings to retard entry of dry vegetation, waste materials, or rodents. As an option to individual vents, ventilation can be provided by means of vinyl material which has openings for air ventilation as provided in the minimum requirements above. (b) Intake air for ventilation purposes shall not be drawn from underfloor spaces of the home. (c) Moisture producing devices, such as dryers, shall be vented to the atmosphere in such a manner to insure that moisture laden air is carried beyond the perimeter of the home. (d) Skirting: Skirting, if used, shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. It shall be secured, as necessary, to assure stability, to minimize vibrations, to minimize susceptibility to wind damage, and to compensate for possible frost heave. Access opening(s) not less than 18 inches in any dimension and not less than 3 square feet in area shall be provided to allow for access and inspection of the home. Such access panel(s) or door(s) shall not be fastened in a manner requiring the use of a special tool to remove or open same. On-site fabrication of skirting shall meet the venting requirements of subparagraph (9)(a).

(10) Maintenance of Anchoring Systems: The homeowner shall be advised that tie tension should be checked and adjusted when necessary.

(11) Plumbing. (a) Each manufactured home site shall be provided with a water supply and sewer located and arranged to permit attachment to the manufactured home in a workmanlike manner. (b) When the entire system has been completed, install permanent drain line supports at 4' on center. (c) Proper slopes and connector sizes: Drain lines must slope at least 1/4"fall per foot of run. EXCEPTION: 1/8"fall per foot is allowed when a clean out is installed at the upper end of the run. Connect the main drain line to the site sewer hookup. Plumbing drain lines must be supported so as to slope at least 1/4"fall per foot of run or 1/8"fall per foot of run when full-size clean out is located in upper end of line.

(12) Manufactured Home Electrical Connections. (a) When a manufactured home consists of two or more sections, all electrical connections from one section to another shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation requirements. In the absence of manufacturer's instructions, electrical connections shall be made in accordance with the National Electrical Code. (b) Manufactured homes may have the service equipment mounted on or in the unit provided such units comply with all of the following conditions: 1. Installed on a private or owner's lot; 2. Permanent utility connections provided; 3. Located on a properly constructed foundation; 4. Unit is properly anchored and tied down; 5. Unit is constructed in accordance with HUD Construction Standards; 6. Service equipment complies with Article 230 and 250 of the Georgia (National) Electrical Code. (c) All manufactured home utility services shall be connected to the supply sources with only approved materials. (d) When a manufactured home is designed to have a meter mounted on home, the electrical service supply is allowed to be installed directly on the home subject to compliance with subparagraph (12)(b), above. (e) Temporary Electrical Service: The authority having jurisdiction shall allow for temporary electrical service for the installation of the manufactured home when the home consists of two or more sections.

(13) Retail Display. (a) All manufactured homes and mobile homes displayed for retail sales on dealership or retailer lots shall be stabilized to such a degree as to not allow damage to occur while the home is on display. 1. Piers for multi-section homes shall consist of a minimum of twelve (12) piers and shall be located one under each I-beam in the front of each axle area and at each end of the manufactured home. 2. Piers for single section homes shall consist of a minimum of six (6) piers one located under each I-beam at each end of the home and in front of the axle area.

(14) Sites Prone to Flooding. Special elevations and anchoring techniques are required when locating a home in an area prone to flooding. Consult an engineer and the local building official to make sure that the design and construction of the foundation system conform to applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) publication FEMA 85, "Manufactured Home Installation in Flood Hazard Areas,"contains design and anchoring systems that will allow the foundation system to resist flood forces. This publication is available from FEMA, Washington, DC 20472. Further information may be obtained from the Manufactured Housing Section of the Office of the Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner. In areas where a community meets the eligibility requirements for the National Flood Insurance Program, the local jurisdiction having authority shall have the authority to change, delete or modify these regulations in order to comply with the National Flood Insurance Program created by the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended and/or Rules and Regulations of FEMA addressing the installation of manufactured and mobile homes in areas subject to flooding.

(15) Additional Installation Requirements for Previously Owned Multi-Section Manufactured Homes and Mobile Homes. The floor sections, roof sections and wall sections are to be fitted together tightly. Connections must be sufficiently sealed to prevent air infiltration. Connection of multi-section manufactured homes and mobile homes (two or more sections), when manufacturer's installation instructions are not available shall be as follows: (a) Floor Connection: All floors of multi-section manufactured homes and mobile homes shall be securely fastened together with 5/16 inch lags 4 inches long and 16 inches on center entire length of home. All sections shall be leveled and aligned making sure the floors are even on top. (b) Roof and Ridge Beams: All roof and ridge beams of multi-section manufactured homes and mobile homes shall be securely fastened together. 1. Metal roof connections to be minimum 30 gauge galvanized metal, 12 inches wide, fastened with #8 x 1 1/4 screws minimum, at 4"on center around perimeter of the entire length of the cap. 2. Wood/shingle roofs fastened with one of the following options: (i) Minimum 30 gauge galvanized metal, 10 inches wide by length of roof. Fastened with minimum 1 1/2"fasteners at 4 inches on center along entire perimeter of the cap. (ii) Minimum 5/16 inch by 6 inch lag screws 16 inches on center, entire length of roof. (iii) 1 1/2 inch by 12 inch 26 gauge galvanized metal straps placed within 2 feet of each end and 8 feet on center entire length of units, fastened with # 8 x 1 1/2 inch screws, 5 each side of ridge joint. (c) End Walls: End walls of multi-section manufactured homes and mobile homes shall be securely fastened together. 1. Minimum #8 screws 8 inches on center entire height of end walls, with minimum of 1 inch penetration into the receiving member. If toe screw method is used, must have 1 1/2 inch penetration. 2. 1/4 inch lag screws 24 inches on center with minimum 1 1/2"penetration into receiving member. 3. 1 1/2"galvanized strapping placed 12 inches on center, entire height of stud, fastened with #10 nails minimum 2 each end of strap. 4. Siding and trim pieces are to be installed at the connection of the sections. (d) Roof Covering: The joints at the ridge of the roof shall be secured and weather tight. (e) Plumbing drain lines must be supported off the ground. Unless specified in other sections of this Rule, all lines under the manufactured home shall be supported every 4' on center. (f) Crossover, heating, and other ducts: Heating and duct work is to be connected for proper heating/cooling operation. 1. Securely connect each end of the crossover duct underneath each section to the dropout connection; 2. Wrap/cover all seams and joints with approved UL181 tape or equivalent; 3. Wrap or cover exposed metal with insulation to reduce heat loss; 4. Strap and support crossover duct 4 feet on center minimum. Duct must be supported off the ground.

(16) Miscellaneous. (a) Where the means of egress from a manufactured home is not substantially level, such differences in elevation shall be negotiated by stairs or ramps. (Not applicable to egress windows.) (b) Auxiliary Structures: All auxiliary structures (such as porches, decks, awning, cabanas, stairs, etc., unless provided and approved by the manufacturer) shall be entirely self-supporting, unless designed and approved by a professional engineer or registered architect. All such structures shall be constructed in accordance with the Georgia State Building Codes or local authority having jurisdiction.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-2-.11 Statewide Plumber Medical Gas Piping Systems Certification

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-2-.11 Statewide Plumber Medical Gas Piping Systems Certification

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 121. STATE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD

Chapter 121-2. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 121-2-.11. Statewide Plumber Medical Gas Piping Systems Certification

(1)

Medical gas piping is any piping system purveying oxygen, nitrous oxide, medical compressed air, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, or other nonflammable medical gas and/or a vacuum piping within a medical, dental, or other health care facility including a laboratory within a health care facility.

(2)

To obtain a Statewide Medical Gas Piping Certification to install, maintain, alter, or repair medical gas piping systems a person must:

(a)

Hold a current Georgia master or journeyman plumber license;

(b)

Successfully complete a 32 hour division approved medical gas piping certification program in compliance with American Society of Sanitary Engineers 6000 series based on the National Fire Protection Association Standard on Gas and Vacuum Systems (National Fire Protection Association 99) currently approved by the State Fire Marshal. Program must include:

1.

a minimum of 24 hours classroom instruction; and

2.

a written examination and braze testing as per American Society of Mechanical Engineers Section IX or American Welding Society B2.2. Braze test must be performed on a minimum of 1 1/2" type "L" tubing; and

(c)

complete and return an application form with documentation of successful completion of a division approved Medical Gas Piping Certification Program.

(3)

The STATEWIDE MEDICAL GAS PIPING CERTIFICATION will become void if one or more of the following occurs:

(a)

The Georgia master or journeyman plumber license becomes inactive, suspended or revoked;

(b)

The STATEWIDE MEDICAL GAS PIPING CERTIFICATION is surrendered; or

(c)

The STATEWIDE MEDICAL GAS PIPING CERTIFICATION holder fails to perform brazing during each 12 month period. The certificate holder must maintain and submit to the board office upon request documentation of having performed such brazing for the previous 2 years. Such documentation must be signed by a licensed plumber who witnessed the brazing.

If the statewide medical gas piping certificate holder fails to braze to the piping procedure as outlined by National Fire Protection Association 99 during each 12 months, the certificate holder shall be required to pass a braze test as per American Society of Mechnical Engineers. Section IX or American Welding Such braze test must be conducted by a division approved medical gas piping certification program.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 121-2-.11

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-14-5, 43-14-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Statewide Plumber Medical Gas Piping Systems Certification" adopted. F. Sept. 13, 1996; eff. Oct. 3, 1996.

Repealed: New Rule, same title adopted. F. Jun. 29, 1999; eff. July 19, 1999.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-3-.01 Statewide Electrical Contractor License

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-3-.01 Statewide Electrical Contractor License

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 121. STATE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD

Chapter 121-3. APPLICATION FOR LICENSURE

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 121-3-.01. Statewide Electrical Contractor License

(1)

Statewide

Class I Electrical Contractor licenses are restricted to electrical contracting

involving single-phase electrical installations that do not exceed 200 amperes

at the service drop or the service lateral. Class II Electrical Contractor

licenses are unrestricted.

(2)

To

obtain a statewide Class I or Class II Electrical Contractor license, a person

must be at least 21 years of age, submit a completed application, meet the

experience requirements as described in this rule, obtain a minimum score of

seventy (70) on the appropriate examination, and pay the fees required by the

Board.

(3)

An applicant must submit

three (3) references on the required form from persons who can attest to the

applicant's electrical experience to the satisfaction of the Division. At least

one of the three references must be from a licensed electrical contractor who

shall include his or her registration number on the form.

(4)

Applicants for statewide Electrical

Contractor license must document a minimum of 4 years of Primary experience in

the electrical field as would be covered by the Georgia Electrical Code or the

National Electrical Code.

(a)

Primary

Experience shall mean working experience gained through the direct installation

of electrical systems and directly related activities of a type covered by the

National Electrical Code. The public welfare and overall life safety

responsibility require that an electrical contractor have actual in-the-field

experience and be competent in all phases of electrical work.

(5)

Applicants may be credited up

to one (1) year of experience based on Secondary Experience or Education.

Secondary Experience time will be credited at a rate of fifty percent (50%).

(For example, three (3) years of Primary Experience and two (2) years of

Secondary Experience would meet the 4 years of required experience.)

(a)

Secondary Experience shall mean work or

training experience related to electrical contracting work involving electrical

systems covered by the National Electrical Code. Examples of Secondary

Experience include:

(i)

Instruction received

on electrical installation, theory, and code by a full-time secondary or

post-secondary instructor in an established class at a recognized learning

center.

(ii)

Inspection of

electrical wiring by a full-time municipal or county inspector.

(iii)

Electrical engineering design by a

registered professional engineer.

(iv)

Work performed for a licensed electrical

contractor with the applicant having sole responsibility in at least three (3)

of the following areas: estimating; project management; scheduling and

assigning work; preparing progress charts (CPM or other flow charts); sales and

cash flow responsibilities such as budgetary, preparation of pay request, and

invoices.

(v)

Installation of

electrically lighted signs.

(b)

Education may be applied toward the

experience requirements as follows:

(i)

Completion of a 2-year academic diploma program as 2 years of

experience.

(ii)

Completion of a

2-year academic certificate program offered by a vocational-technical school as

2 years of experience.

(6)

Applicants for Class II Licenses must

document experience with installations in excess of single phase, 200 amperes

systems.

(7)

Class I applicants

must document experience in at least five (5) of the following, plus item (h),

and Class II applicants must document work experience in all of the following

areas:

(a)

Installation of raceway systems,

including pull boxes, junction boxes, conduit bodies and the connections in the

system and to cabinets, panelboards, switchboards, and boxes, which meet all

Code use and installation requirements.

(b)

Installation of conductors, including

flexible cords, cables, splices, taps, terminations, bonding jumpers,

overcurrent protective devices, and metering devices, in cabinets, panelboards,

switchboards, boxes, and conduit, which meet all Code use and installation

requirements, such as to sizing, ampacity, and voltage.

(c)

Installation of service entrances,

metering devices, cabinets, switchboards, service risers and fasteners,

overcurrent protective devices, disconnecting means, ground electrodes, main

bonding jumpers, and ground fault protectors which all meet Code installation

requirements, such as to sizing, rating, clearances, and

weatherproofing.

(d)

Installation

of motors and generators with feeders, branch circuits, overcurrent protective

devices, disconnect means, and controllers, all of which meet Code installation

requirements, such as sizing, rating, usage, and location.

(e)

Installation of switches, disconnects,

and controls that supply lighting fixtures, appliances, electrical circuits,

controls for heating and air conditioning equipment, and other utilization and

general use equipment, according to use and Code installation

requirements.

(f)

Installation of

materials and equipment required for use in special occupancies according to

use and Code installation requirements, as defined by Chapter 5 of the National

Electrical Code.

(g)

Bonding of

interior metal piping systems, installation of properly sized equipment

grounding conductors, grounding of exposed noncurrent carrying metal parts of

electrical equipment, and protection of grounding conductors from physical

damage.

(h)

Determination of

general lighting loads, minimum branch circuits, minimum ampacity of conductors

in feeder and branch circuits, maximum allowable conductor fill for raceways,

net loads, using specified or optional methods, rates or demand factors, and

derating factors given in the Code.

(8)

Applicants who can demonstrate six (6)

years of electrical contracting experience to the satisfaction of the Division

are not required to demonstrate Primary Experience gained through the direct

installation of electrical systems.

(a)

Applicants shall notify the Division that he or she has the necessary knowledge

of technology and related work experience for the license Class for which they

are applying.

(b)

Education will be

credited at a rate of 50%, and no more than two (2) years of experience may be

based on Education. (For example, four (4) years of experience and four (4)

years of education would meet the required six (6) years of

experience.)

(c)

Applicants shall

provide at least one (1) reference from a licensed architect, professional

engineer, or electrical engineer who shall include his or her licensed number

on the form and can attest to the applicant's submitted experience.

(9)

Nothing in these rules shall

be construed to permit the unlicensed practice of Electrical

Contracting.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R.

& Regs. R. 121-3-.01

Authority: O.C.G.A.

§§ 43-14-1,

43-14-5,

43-14-6,

43-14-8.

History. Original Rule entitled "Applications" was filed as Emergency Rule

121-3-1-0.3-.01 on July 28, 1980;

effective July 22,

1980, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of

120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same

subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the

Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.3-.01 repealed and

Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.9-.01 entitled "Application and Examination for

Licensure," adopted. Filed September 29,

1980; effective September

25, 1980, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a

period of 120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the

same subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the

Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule repealed and permanent Rule of

same title adopted. Filed November 7,

1980; effective November

27, 1980.

Amended: Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.13-.01 was filed on

January 26, 1981, effective

January 21, 1981,

the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until the

effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter superseding

this Emergency Rule, as specified by the Agency. (Said Emergency Rule repealed

paragraph (7) and adopted a new paragraph (7).)

Amended: Rule repealed by Emergency Rule

121-3-0.15-.01 entitled "Application for Statewide License." Filed

April 28, 1981; effective

April 22, 1981, the

date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until the

effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter superseding

this Emergency Rule, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule 121-3-0.15-.01 repealed and

permanent Rule 121-3-.01, of same title, adopted. Filed

July 30, 1981; effective

August 19,

1981.

Amended: Filed December 8,

1982; effective January 1,

1983, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: Rule repealed by Emergency Rule

121-3-0.22-.01. Filed March 22, 1983;

effective March 16,

1983, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of

120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same

subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the Agency.

(Said Emergency Rule expired July 13, 1983.)

Amended: Rule repealed and a new Rule of same title

adopted. Filed July 13, 1983; effective

August 2,

1983.

Amended: Filed July 31,

1984; effective August

20, 1984.

Amended: Filed May 30,

1985; effective June 19,

1985.

Amended: Emergency Rule 121-3-0.35 containing

paragraph 121-3-0.35-.01(2) was filed and effective on

June 6, 1986, to remain in

effect for a period of 120 days or until the adoption of a new paragraph

superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule repealed and Rule amended.

Filed September 4, 1986; effective

September 24,

1986.

Amended: F. Oct. 26,

1989; eff. Nov. 15,

1989.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F.

Feb. 22, 1990; eff.

Mar. 14,

1990.

Amended: F. Jun. 6,

1991; eff. Jun. 26,

1991.

Amended: F. Dec. 10,

1992; eff. Dec. 30,

1992.

Amended: F. Jun. 18,

1993; eff. July 8,

1993.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Statewide Electrical

Contractor License" (i.e., Rule

121-2-.01 renumbered as Rule

121-3-.01). F. Feb. 27, 2025; eff.

Mar. 19,

2025.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-3-.04 Conditioned Air Contractor License

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-3-.04 Conditioned Air Contractor License

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 121. STATE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD

Chapter 121-3. APPLICATION FOR LICENSURE

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 121-3-.04. Conditioned Air Contractor License

(1)

Class I

Conditioned Air Contractor licenses are restricted to conditioned air

contracting involving conditioned air systems or equipment not exceeding

175,000 BTU of heating and 60,000 BTU of cooling, and Class II licenses are

unrestricted. For classifying systems, each complete system in a single

installation is to be considered an individual job.

(2)

To obtain a Class I (Restricted) or Class

II (Non-restricted) Conditioned Air Contractor license, a person must submit a

completed application, meet the prerequisite experience requirement, obtain a

minimum score of seventy (70) on the appropriate examination, and pay all fees

required by the Board.

(3)

An

applicant must submit three (3) references on the required form from persons

who can attest to the applicant's conditioned air experience to the

satisfaction of the Division. References must be from an Architect,

Professional Engineer, Inspector, or licensed Conditioned Air Contractor who

shall include his or her registration or license number on the form.

(4)

Applicants must document a minimum of

four (4) years of experience for Class I and five (5) years for Class II in

conditioned air work of a type covered by the Georgia Heating and Air

Conditioning Code, regardless of whether such Code applied to the work in the

area or at the time such work was performed by the applicant. Applicants for

Class II licenses must document experience with installations of conditioned

air systems that exceed 175,000 BTU (net) of heating and 60,000 BTU of

cooling.

(5)

"Experience" shall

mean working experience gained through the direct installation of and

responsibility for conditioned air systems and directly related activities of a

type covered by the Georgia Heating and Air Conditioning Code (regardless of

whether such Code was in effect in the area or at the time the applicant gained

such experience.

(a)

Experience for Class I

shall consist of two (2) years of residential installation experience as a lead

mechanic, one year as a service technician, evidence of having an E.P.A.

(Environmental Protection Agency) certification, one year of residential

supervisory experience, and a completion of a Board-approved heat loss and gain

and duct design course.

(b)

Experience for Class II shall consist of two (2) years of installation as a

lead mechanic with at least one of the years being commercial only, one year as

a service technician or service supervisor evidence of having an E.P.A.

(Environmental Protection Agency) certification, two years of commercial

supervisory experience and a Board-approved heat loss and gain and duct design

course.

(6)

Education may

be applied toward the experience requirements as follows:

(a)

completion of a technical school diploma

program in engineering or engineering technology may be credited as no more

than two (2) years of experience;

(b)

completion of a vocational-technical

school certificate program may be credited as no more than one (1) year of

experience.

(7)

All

classifications of Conditioned Air Contractor work experience, unless

specifically listed in the examples provided in this rule, shall be made by the

Board. Such classifications of experience by the Board shall be final except

that, within the Board's sole discretion, an applicant may be allowed to appear

before the Board to explain such experience.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R.

& Regs. R. 121-3-.04

Authority: O.C.G.A.

§§ 43-1-19,

43-1-24,

43-1-25,

43-14-2,

43-14-5,

43-14-6,

43-14-8,

43-14-13.

History. Original Rule entitled "Passing Grade" was filed as Emergency Rule

121-3-1-0.3-.04 on July 28, 1980;

effective July 22,

1980, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of

120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same

subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule as specified by the

Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.3-.04 repealed by

Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.9. Filed September 29,

1980; effective September

25, 1980, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a

period of 120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the

same subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the

Agency. (Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.9-.04 expired January 22, 1981.) (By filing

of July 30, 1981, Chapter 121-3-1 was renumbered as 121-3; effective

August 19,

1981.)

Adopted: New Rule entitled "Conditioned Air Contractor

License" (i.e., Rule

121-2-.03 renumbered as Rule

121-3-.04). F. Feb. 27, 2025; eff.

Mar. 19,

2025.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-3-.06 Statewide Low-Voltage Contractor License

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-3-.06 Statewide Low-Voltage Contractor License

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 121. STATE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD

Chapter 121-3. APPLICATION FOR LICENSURE

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 121-3-.06. Statewide Low-Voltage Contractor License

(1)

Statewide

Class LV-A low-voltage contractor licenses are restricted to alarm and general

system low-voltage contracting. Statewide Class LV-T low voltage contractors

licenses are restricted to telecommunication and general system low-voltage

contracting. Statewide Class LV-G low voltage contractor licenses are

restricted to general system low-voltage contracting. Statewide Class LV-U

low-voltage licenses are unrestricted.

(2)

General low-voltage systems mean any

electrical systems, other than alarm or telecommunication systems, involving

low-voltage wiring, as defined in Code Section

43-14-2(10.3), including, but not

limited to stand-alone intercom systems and call alert systems (audio or

visual); distribution wiring for alarm systems and telecommunications systems

including local area network systems; sound systems; public address systems;

the low voltage side of energy management systems; antenna systems and

satellite dish systems, except CATV systems that are exempted in Code Section

43-14-13(i);

irrigation system wiring; and low voltage lighting.

(3)

To obtain a statewide Class LV-A, Class

LV-T, Class LV-U, or Class LV-G contractor license, a person must submit a

completed application, meet the prerequisite experience requirements, obtain a

score of seventy (70) on the appropriate examination, and pay the required

fees.

(4)

To qualify to take the

examination, applicants for statewide low-voltage contractor license must have

a minimum of one (1) year of experience in low-voltage wiring in the license

category for which the applicant is applying. Completion of courses in

electronics through a school of engineering technology or a technical trade

school will be credited as experience equivalent to the actual instructional

time up to a maximum of six (6) months.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R.

& Regs. R. 121-3-.06

Authority: O.C.G.A.

§§ 43-14-2,

43-14-5,

43-14-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Fees" was filed as Emergency Rule

121-3-1-0.3-.06 on July 28, 1980;

effective July 22,

1980, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of

120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same

subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule as specified by the

Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.3-.06 repealed by

Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.9. Filed September 29,

1980; effective September

25, 1980, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a

period of 120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the

same subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the

Agency. (Emergency Rule 121-3-1-0.9-.06 expired January 22, 1981.) (By filing

of July 30, 1981, Chapter 121-3-1 was renumbered as 121-3; effective

August 19,

1981.)

Adopted: New Rule entitled "Statewide Low-Voltage

Contractor License" (i.e., Rule

121-2-.04 renumbered as Rule

121-3-.06). F. Feb. 27, 2025; eff.

Mar. 19,

2025.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-4-.03 Continuing Education for Conditioned Air Contractors

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 121-4-.03 Continuing Education for Conditioned Air Contractors

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 121. STATE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY LICENSING BOARD

Chapter 121-4. LICENSE ISSUANCE, RENEWAL, REINSTATEMENT, EXPIRATION, AND ACTIVATION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 121-4-.03. Continuing Education for Conditioned Air Contractors

(1)

Conditioned Air Contractors are required

to complete, prior to license renewal, continuing education as described in

this Rule. Failure to document completion of the continuing education

requirements to the satisfaction of the Division of Conditioned Air Contractors

shall be grounds for disciplinary action, including denial of renewal of

license or revocation of the license.

(2)

Any applicant for renewal of a

Conditioned Air Contractor license is required to complete four (4) hours of

continuing education per year. However, an applicant for renewal who has been

initially licensed for less than two (2) years must have completed four (4)

hours of continuing education while licensed prior to renewal. An applicant for

renewal who has been initially licensed for less than one (1) year is not

required to complete continuing education.

(3)

Credit for continuing education hours

occurs at a rate of one hour for each hour of instruction. For courses that

report instructional time in "Continuing Education Units" (CEU), one CEU is

defined as 10 hours of credit for this requirement.

(4)

Continuing education courses shall be in

the areas related to conditioned air contracting concerning safety,

technological advances, business management, or government regulations. Such

continuing education courses must be conducted by an institution of higher

education; vocational-technical school; trade, technical, or accredited college

or university; a post-secondary institute under the jurisdiction of the Georgia

Board of Technical and Adult Education or the equivalent agency of another

state or local government; an organization consisting of members of trade,

technical, or professional group; a public utility; or a conditioned air

equipment manufacturer. However, courses conducted by manufacturers

specifically to promote their products shall not be approved under this

Rule.

(5)

Applicants for renewal of

Conditioned Air Contractors license must report on the application for renewal

whether all applicable continuing education requirements have been met.

Licensees shall maintain, for at least five (5) years after completion of the

course, records confirming attendance at and completion of continuing education

courses, including the following information:

(a)

school, company, or organization

conducting the course;

(b)

title of

course;

(c)

location and date of

the course;

(d)

course outline or

topics covered;

(e)

hours of

instruction;

(f)

documentation of

attendance and satisfactory completion.

(6)

Licensees must provide to the division

the records described in paragraph (5) of this Rule upon request.

(7)

The requirements for continuing education

may be waived by the Division of Conditioned Air Contractors based on

documentation of hardship, disability, or illness which, to the satisfaction of

the Division, prevented the applicant from completing the requirements, or

under such other circumstances as the Division deems appropriate. The decision

of the division as to the waiver of the requirements shall be

conclusive.

(8)

As provided under

O.C.G.A. 43-14-6(d)(5),

the continuing education requirements shall not be required of any licensed

Conditioned Air Contractor who is a registered professional engineer.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R.

& Regs. R. 121-4-.03

Authority: O.C.G.A

§§ 43-14-5,

43-14-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Grounds for Disciplinary Action" was filed

as Emergency Rule 121-4-1-0.10-.03 on September 29,

1980; effective September

25, 1980, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a

period of 120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the

same subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the

Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule repealed and permanent Rule of

same title adopted. Filed November 7,

1980; effective November

27, 1980.

Amended: Rule repealed by Emergency Rule

121-4-0.16-.03, entitled "Replacement." Filed April

28, 1981; effective April

22, 1981, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a

period of 120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the

same subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the

Agency.

Amended: Emergency Rule 121-4-0.16-.03 repealed and

permanent Rule 121-4-.03 of same title, adopted. Filed

July 30, 1981; effective

August 19,

1981.

Amended: Rule repealed by Emergency Rule

121-4-0.23-.03. Filed March 22, 1983;

effective March 16,

1983, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of

120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same

subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the Agency.

(Said Emergency Rule expired July 13, 1983.)

Amended: Rule repealed and a new Rule of same title

adopted. Filed July 13, 1983; effective

August 2,

1983.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Continuing Education for

Conditioned Air Contractors" (i.e., Rule

121-4-.05 renumbered as Rule

121-4-.03). F. Feb. 27, 2025; eff.

Mar. 19,

2025.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-1-.01 Organization

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-1-.01 Organization

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-1. ORGANIZATION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-1-.01. Organization

General organization and conduct of Board affairs shall be as stated in Georgia Code 43-15.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-1-.01

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; 43-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Organization of Board" was filed and effective June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed by Emergency Rule 180-1-0.1 -01, entitled "Organization." Filed and effective July 31, 1975, for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule of the same title adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-10-.01 Corporate Practice: Professional Engineering

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-10-.01 Corporate Practice: Professional Engineering

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-10. COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-10-.01. Corporate Practice: Professional Engineering

(1)

As used in O.C.G.A. § 43-15-23(c), the phrase "responsible charge" means the independent control, direction and supervision, by the use of initiative, skill and independent judgment of the practice of professional engineering as defined in O.C.G.A. § 43-15-2(11).

(2)

In order to be considered eligible for a certificate of authorization, any individual who is in responsible charge of the practice of professional engineering for the firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership or association or other entity shall be a full-time employee of the firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association or other entity, regularly engaged in the practice of professional engineering. Such individual shall not be:

(a)

available to perform engineering services only on a part-time, independent contractor basis at the call of such firm, corporation, partnership, association or other business entity; or

(b)

available on an if-and-when needed consulting basis; or,

(c)

not actively practicing professional engineering with such firm, corporation, partnership, association or other business entity.

(3)

The practice of professional engineering for any firm, corporation, partnership, association or other business entity shall not be considered to be under the direction of a professional engineer unless such professional engineer bears a continuing bonafide relation thereto and has such authority from the governing body of such business entity as would result in its being legally liable for all such professional engineer's professional acts and judgments.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-10-.01

Authority: Ga. L. 1975, pp. 1048-1071, Ga. Code 84-2106(a); O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-4(a), 43-15-6(1), 43-15-23.

History. Original Rule entitled "Hearings and Violations" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Amended: Rule entitled "Corporate Practice; Professional Engineering" adopted. Filed November 23, 1981; effective December 13, 1981.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Corporate Practice: Professional Engineering" adopted. F. Jan. 10, 1991; eff. Jan. 30, 1991.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-10-.02 Corporate Practice: Land Surveying

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-10-.02 Corporate Practice: Land Surveying

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-10. COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-10-.02. Corporate Practice: Land Surveying

(1)

As used in O.C.G.A. § 43-15-23.1(c), the phrase "responsible charge" means the independent control, direction and supervision, by the use of initiative, skill and independent judgment of the practice of land surveying as defined in O.C.G.A. § 43-15-2(6).

(2)

In order to be considered eligible for a certificate of authorization, any individual who shall be in responsible charge of the practice of land surveying for the firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association or other entity shall be a full-time employee of the firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association or other entity, regularly engaged in the practice of professional land surveying. Such individual shall not be:

(a)

available to perform land surveying services only on a part-time, independent contractor basis at the call of such firm, corporation, partnership, association or other business entity; or

(b)

available on an if-and-when needed consulting basis; or,

(c)

not actively practicing land surveying with such firm, corporation, partnership, association or other business entity.

(3)

The practice of land surveying for any firm, corporation, partnership, association or other business entity shall not be considered to be under the direction of a land surveyor unless such land surveyor bears a continuing bonafide relation thereto and has such authority from the governing body of such business entity as would result in its being legally liable for all such land surveyor's professional acts and judgments.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-10-.02

Authority: Ga. L. 1975, pp. 1048-1071; Ga. Code 84-2106(a); O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-4(a), 43-15-6(1), 43-15-23.1.

History. Original Rule entitled "Hearings: Registrants" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Amended: Rule entitled "Corporate Practice; Land Surveying" adopted. Filed November 23, 1981; effective December 13, 1981.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Corporate Practice: Land Surveying" adopted. F. Jan. 10, 1991; eff. Jan. 30, 1991.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-10-.03 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-10-.03 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-10. COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-10-.03. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-10-.03

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299, 309; Ga. L. 1955, pp. 611, 612.

History. Original Rule entitled "Violations: Non-Residents" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.01 Introduction

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.01 Introduction

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.01. Introduction

Beginning January 1, 1997, as stated in O.C.G.A. 43-15-6(b), ". . . which begins after the 1996 renewal cycle," every registrant shall meet the continuing professional competency requirements of these rules for professional development as a condition for licensure renewal.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.01

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6(b).

History. Original Rule entitled "Reconsideration of Applications and Re-Applications" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Introduction" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.02 Definitions

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.02 Definitions

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.02. Definitions

Terms used in this section are defined as follows:

(a)

Professional Development Hour. A contact hour (nominal) of instruction or presentation. The common denominator for other units of credit. The numerical unit of measure used in calculating compliance with this Chapter is a Professional Development Hour or PDH. All units and hours attributed to the courses and activities acceptable in satisfying this Chapter's requirement are translated into PDH's by operation of Rule 180-11-.04 of this Chapter.

(b)

Course/Activity. Any qualifying course or activity with a clear purpose and objective which will maintain, improve, or expand the skills and knowledge relevant to the land surveyor's or professional engineer's practice.

(c)

Continuing Education Course/Unit.

1.

Continuing Education Course. A course, seminar, workshop or other professional or technical presentation or activity taken or attended for the purpose of maintaining, improving, or expanding the skills and knowledge relevant to the registrant's practice.

2.

Continuing Education Unit. The unit of measure attributed to Continuing Education Courses is a Continuing Education Unit or CEU. Ten (10) hours of class in a Continuing Education Course equals one (1) Continuing Education Unit.

(d)

College Courses/Unit Measure.

1.

College Course. When used in this Chapter, a College course is a technical course in a curriculum which has been accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, or a technical course that is specifically relevant to engineering or surveying, which is offered by a college, university, or other institution.

(e)

College/Unit Semester/Quarter Hour. A College/Unit Semester/ Quarter Hour is a unit of measure attributed by the offering college, university, or institution, to a particular course, which is translated into PDH's by operation of Rule 180-11-.04 of this Chapter.

(f)

Registrant. When used in this Chapter, a person who is licensed as either a professional engineer or a land surveyor is deemed to be a registrant.

(g)

Dual Registrant. When used in this Chapter, a person who is licensed as both a professional engineer and a land surveyor is deemed to be a dual registrant.

(h)

Board. The State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

(i)

Sponsor. A sponsor is an organization, college, university, institution, or individual which provides a course/activity for which the professional engineer or land surveyor seeks to obtain Professional Development Hour credit.

(j)

Successful Completion of a Course/Activity. Satisfactory completion of a course/activity taken for the purpose of obtaining PDH's means fulfilling the course or activity's requirements and obtaining a certificate of completion or its equivalent.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.02

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Supplement to Application" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Repealed: F. July 31, 1975; eff. August 20, 1975.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Definitions" adopted. F. July 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Amended: F. May 21, 1998; eff. June 10, 1998.

Amended: F. Nov. 26, 2001; eff. Dec. 16, 2001.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.03 Requirements

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.03 Requirements

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.03. Requirements

(1)

Professional Engineers. Every professional engineer is required to obtain fifteen (15) PDH's each twelve (12) month (Annual) renewal period. If a professional engineer exceeds the requirements in any annual renewal period, a maximum of seven and one half (7.5) PDH's may be carried forward into the subsequent renewal period.

(2)

Land Surveyors. Every land surveyor is required to obtain seven and one half (7.5) PDH's each twelve (12) month annual renewal period. In addition, every land surveyor must ensure that, once every two (2) years, at least three (3) PDH's in "Minimum Technical Standards" be included in their PDH's acquired. The "Minimum Technical Standards" material shall include a review of all board rules and applicable state laws pertaining to the practice of land surveying specific to the state of Georgia. If a land surveyor exceeds the requirements in any annual period, a maximum of three and three quarters (3.75) PDH's may be carried forward into the subsequent renewal period.

(3)

Dual Registrants. The person with a dual license is required to obtain fifteen (15) PDH's each twelve (12) month (Annual) renewal period. If a dual registrant exceeds the requirement in any annual renewal period, a maximum of seven and one half (7.5) PDH's may be carried forward into the subsequent renewal period. At least one-third (1/3) of the PDH's in a renewal period must be obtained in engineering, and one-third (1/3) in surveying. The remaining units may be in either field, at the discretion of the registrant.

(4)

PDH's may be earned as follows:

(a)

Successful completion of college courses.

(b)

Successful completion of continuing education courses.

(c)

Successful completion of correspondence, televised, videotaped, audiotaped, and other short courses/tutorials taken for the purpose of maintaining, improving, or expanding the skills and knowledge relevant to the land surveyor's or professional engineer's practice.

(d)

Presenting or attending seminars, in-house courses, workshops, or professional or technical presentations made at meetings, conventions or conferences which are relevant to the land surveyor's or professional engineer's practice.

(e)

Teaching or instructing in any area relevant to the land surveyor's or professional engineer's practice.

(f)

Authoring published papers, articles, or books in any area relevant to the land surveyor's or professional engineer's practice.

(g)

Active participation in professional or technical societies. (For professional engineers only).

(h)

Receiving patents in any area relevant to the land surveyor's or professional engineer's practice.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.03

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-15-4, 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Exemptions-How to Obtain" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Requirements" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 22, 2006; eff. Dec. 12, 2006.

Amended: F. Oct. 9, 2020; eff. Oct. 29, 2020.

Amended: F. May 20, 2024; eff. June 9, 2024.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.04 Units

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.04 Units

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.04. Units

The conversion of other units of credit to Professional Development Hours is as follows:

(1)

One (1) college or unit semester hour: 45 PDH

(2)

One (1) college or unit quarter hour: 30 PDH

(3)

One (1) Continuing Education Unit: 10 PDH

(4)

One (1) Hour of professional development in coursework, seminars, or professional or technical presentations made at meetings, conventions, conferences, or examination preparation.

(5)

For teaching of professional development coursework as in 180-11-.04, apply a multiple of two (2). Teaching credit valid for teaching a course or seminar for the first time only. Teaching does not apply to full-time faculty.

(6)

Authorizing published papers, articles, or books in any area relevant to the land surveryor's or professional engineer's practice: 10 PDH

(7)

Active participation in professional and technical society (for professional engineers only): 2 PDH

(8)

Each patent in any area relevant to the land surveyor's or professional engineer's practice: 10 PDH

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.04

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Units" adopted. F. July 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 3, 1999; eff. Feb. 23, 1999.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 26, 2001; eff. Dec. 16, 2001.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.05 Determination of Credits

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.05 Determination of Credits

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.05. Determination of Credits

The Board has the final authority regarding:

(a)

Approval of courses, classes, seminars, meetings, and all other methods of satisfying the requirements of this Chapter; and

(b)

The number of PDH's allocated to each course, class, seminar, meeting, and any other method of satisfying the requirements of this Chapter.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.05

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6(b).

History. Original Rule entitled "Determination of Credits" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.06 Recordkeeping

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.06 Recordkeeping

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.06. Recordkeeping

To ensure compliance with continuing education requirements, the Board shall randomly audit a number of registrants. Registrants licensed by way of examination or comity, shall be exempt from continuing education requirements for their first renewal period. A registrant found not to have satisfied continuing education requirements shall, after notice and hearing, be subject to an initial $500.00 fine. Furthermore, a registrant found not to have remedied continuing education deficiencies six (6) months after such fine shall, after notice and hearing, be subject to, at the discretion of the Board, suspension of the registrant's license until such time as the registrant satisfies the Board that registrant has become compliant with continuing education requirements. Maintaining records to be used to support PDH's claimed is the responsibility of the registrant. Records required include:

(a)

A log showing the type of activity, sponsoring organization, location, duration, instructor's, or speaker's name, and PDH's earned.

(b)

Attendance verification records in the form of completion certificates; or other documents supporting evidence of attendance; or records as maintained by professional organizations; or other similar repositories designated by the Board.

(c)

The log and records described in Rule 180-11-.06(a) and (b) must be maintained for a period of four (4) years and copies may be requested by the Board for audit verification purposes.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.06

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-25, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-19.

History. Original Rule entitled "Recordkeeping" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Amended: F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.07 Exemptions

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.07 Exemptions

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.07. Exemptions

A registrant is exempt from the professional development education requirements under any of the following circumstances:

(1)

Registrants licensed by way of examination or comity, shall be exempt for their first renewal period.

(2)

A professional engineer serving on temporary duty in the armed forces of the United States for a period of time exceeding one hundred twenty (120) consecutive days shall be exempt from obtaining 15 of the professional development hours required during that biennial period in which the majority of the days of duty fall. Likewise, a land surveyor shall be exempt from obtaining 7.5 professional development hours during that biennial period.

(3)

Registrants experiencing physical disability, illness, or other extenuating circumstances as approved by the Board may be exempt. Supporting documentation must be furnished to the Board.

(4)

Registrants over the age of 65 who have applied for an inactive license, who list their occupation as "Retired" or "Inactive" on the Board-approved renewal form, and who further certify that they are no longer receiving any remuneration from providing professional engineering or land surveying services shall be exempt from professional development hours. In the event such a person elects to return to active practice of professional engineering or land surveying, professional development hours must be earned as described in "180-11-.08 Reinstatement" before returning to active practice.

(5)

Individuals who qualify for exemption by way of paragraph (4) above may continue to use the words Professional Engineer (or P.E.), or Land Surveyor (or L.S.) as appropriate, after their names as long as they continue to fall under the restrictions specified and are not actively practicing engineering or land surveying.

(6)

Registrants over the age of 65 who are engaged in the active practice of their profession and who have held a valid Georgia license for the previous 25 consecutive years shall be exempt from professional development requirements.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.07

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 15-6-67, 43-15-4(a), 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Exemptions" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Amended: F. Feb. 11, 2000; eff. Mar. 2, 2000.

Amended: F. July 7, 2021; eff. July 27, 2021.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.08 Reinstatement

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.08 Reinstatement

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.08. Reinstatement

A registrant may bring an inactive or suspended (provided all other conditions of the suspension are filled) license to active status by obtaining all delinquent PDH's. A MINIMUM OF 15 PDH's are required for each year in an inactive or suspended status for professional engineers and 7.5 PDH's for land surveyors, up to a maximum of 30 PDH's for professional engineers and 15 PDH's for land surveyors.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.08

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6(b).

History. Original Rule entitled "Reinstatement" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Repealed: New Rule, same title, adopted. F. Oct. 13, 1998; eff. Nov. 2, 1998.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.09 Comity/Out-of-Georgia Resident

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.09 Comity/Out-of-Georgia Resident

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.09. Comity/Out-of-Georgia Resident

The Board shall recognize the continuing education requirements imposed by other states to the extent that such continuing education courses meet the requirements imposed by the Board. Comity/Out-of-Georgia residents will be required to keep recordkeeping as listed under Rule 180-11-.06.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.09

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec 43-15-6(b).

History. Original Rule entitled "Comity/Out-of-Georgia Resident" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.10 Forms

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-11-.10 Forms

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-11. CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-11-.10. Forms

Included with all license renewal applications will be a continuing education summary log form that the registrant must use to summarize the professional development hours for which he/she has requested credit during the current biennial period. In order to ensure compliance with O.C.G.A. 43-15-6(b), the Board shall audit some registrants at a later date and will instruct them to submit this form to the Board office, signed and certified. The form must supply sufficient detail relevant to continuing education hours claimed in order to permit the Board to complete its audit.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-11-.10

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6(b).

History. Original Rule entitled "Forms" adopted. F. Jul. 8, 1996; eff. July 28, 1996.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.01 Description

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.01 Description

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.01. Description

The seal authorized by the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors for registrants may be of the crimp type and/or rubber stamp facsimile or may be computer generated. The seal design is to be circular in form, the diameter of the outer circle being 1 1/2 inches, and the diameter of the inner circle being one inch. The registration seal design will be furnished to each registrant as part of the licensure process.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.01

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299; 43-15-22.

History. Original Rule entitled "Preamble" was filed on October 24, 1968; effective November 12, 1968.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Amended: Rule entitled "Description" adopted. F. April 18, 2001; eff. May 8, 2001.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.02 Sealing of Documents

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.02 Sealing of Documents

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.02. Sealing of Documents

(1)

The term, "documents," as used herein shall mean engineering and/or land surveying work issued in the form of plans, drawings, maps, surveys, reports, specifications, design information, and calculations, including such work issued in digital form.

(2)

The term "issued" as used herein shall mean documents in the final form which bear the seal, signature and date of the registrant and the entity's Certificate of Authorization Name, Authorization Number and Expiration date of the COA (as required by GA Law 43-15-23. Practice of professional engineering by or through firm, corporation, or other entity for COA requirements.)

(3)

The registrant shall seal, sign and date and provide COA name, Authorization Number and expiration date of the COA all original final documents which are issued to a client or any public agency. The sealing of documents by the registrant shall certify that the work was performed by the registrant or under the direct supervisory control of the registrant on a daily basis. For engineering documents, the date of signature shall be placed immediately under the seal and signature.

(4)

No registrant shall issue or allow to be issued draft, incomplete, preliminary, in-progress, or for-review document or any type that contains the seal of the registrant unless such document does not contain a signature. Further, any such draft shall display the date of issue and a notation under or adjacent to the seal in bold lettering, such as "PRELIMINARY", "DRAFT", "NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION or "FOR REVIEW ONLY," which clearly identifies the purpose for which the document is issued. Any document containing a seal, signature, date and COA information as required in (2) above shall be considered to be issued.

(5)

Seals, signatures, dates, COA Information and/or other notations required by this Rule shall be placed on original documents such that the seal, signature, date, COA Information and/or notations, will be reproduced when copies or scans are made. A "facsimile signature" that is to be placed on a property survey map or plat in accordance with O.C.G.A. 15-6-67 may be a scanned image of an actual signature or a computer generated signature, and must be kept in the strict control of the land surveyor.

(6)

Each drawing sheet, whether bound or unbound, shall be sealed, signed and dated by the registrant(s) responsible for the work on that sheet and contain the entity's COA information. If necessary due to number of sheets, in lieu of providing a seal, signature, date, and COA information on each drawing sheet, a summary sheet may be included in the form of a clearly drafted table or other format that identifies each registrants seal, signature, date, and COA information and which includes a narrative that clearly describes the element of work for which each registrant is responsible and indicates the most current version of each sheet. This summary sheet shall be included within the final documents. If a document is sealed, signed and dated and contains the entity's COA information by more than one registrant, the portion of the work for which each registrant is responsible shall be clearly noted.

(7)

Each document that is sealed, signed and dated by a registrant shall contain the name, address, and contact information of the firm or sole practitioner certifying the work. Each document shall have the entity's COA information included.

(8)

Documents as defined in Paragraph (1) that are transmitted electronically beyond the direct control of the licensee shall have the computer-generated seal removed from the original file, unless signed with an electronic signature as defined in Paragraph (9) of this Rule. After removal of the seal the electronic media shall have the following inserted in lieu of the signature and date: "This document originally issued and sealed by (name of sealer), (license number), on (Date of sealing) and the entity's COA Information. This medium shall not be considered a certified document." Hardcopy documents containing the original seal, signature, date and entity's COA information of the licensee may be duplicated by photocopy or electronic scanning processes and distributed either in hardcopy or electronic medium. The scanned digital files of certified documents are not subject to the requirements of this Paragraph. The electronic transmission beyond the direct control of the licensee of CAD, vector or other files subject to easy editing are subject to the requirements of this paragraph. Easy editing is based on the file consisting of separate elements that can be individually modified or deleted.

(9)

Documents to be electronically transmitted beyond the direct control of the licensee that are signed using an electronic signature shall contain the authentication procedure in a secure mode and a list of the hardware, software and parameters used to prepare the document(s). Secure mode means that the authentication procedure has protective measures to prevent alteration or overriding of the authentication procedure. This paragraph does not apply to property survey maps and plats governed by O.C.G.A. 15-6-67 which may be submitted in an electronic file format that is regulated by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks Cooperative Authority. The term "electronic signature" shall be an electronic authentication process that is attached to or logically associated with an electronic document. The electronic signature shall be:

(a)

Unique to the licensee using it;

(b)

Capable of verification;

(c)

Under the sole control of the licensee; and

(d)

Linked to a document in such a manner that the electronic signature is invalidated if any data in the document is changed.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.02

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-15-4(a), 43-15-6(a), 43-15-22.

History. Original Rule entitled "Land Titles and Location" adopted. F. Oct. 24, 1968; eff. Nov. 12, 1968.

Repealed: F. July 31, 1975; eff. August 20, 1975.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Sealing of Documents" adopted. F. May 7, 2001; eff. May 27, 2001.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Jan. 28, 2005; eff. Feb. 17, 2005.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Jan. 23, 2009; eff. Feb. 12, 2009.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Dec. 7, 2011; eff. Dec. 27, 2011.

Amended: F. May 30, 2017; eff. June 19, 2017.

Amended: F. May 17, 2019; eff. June 6, 2019.

Amended: F. Aug. 24, 2022; eff. Sep. 13, 2022.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.03 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.03 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.03. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.03

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299.

History. Original Rule entitled "Measurements-Horizontal" was filed on October 24, 1968; effective November 12, 1968.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.04 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.04 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.04. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.04

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299.

History. Original Rule entitled "Measurements-Vertical" was filed on October 24, 1968; effective November 12, 1968.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.05 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.05 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.05. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.05

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299.

History. Original Rule entitled "Monuments" was filed on October 24, 1968; effective November 12, 1968.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.06 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.06 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.06. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.06

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299.

History. Original Rule entitled "Coordinate Surveys and Base Triangulation Systems" was filed on October 24, 1968; effective November 12, 1968.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.07 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.07 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.07. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.07

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299.

History. Original Rule entitled "Maps and Plats" was filed on October 24, 1968; effective November 12, 1968.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.08 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-12-.08 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-12. SEALING OF DOCUMENTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-12-.08. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-12-.08

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299, 310; Ga. L. 1955, pp. 611, 612.

History. Original Rule entitled "Violations" was filed on October 24, 1968; effective November 12, 1968.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.01 General

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.01 General

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-2. APPLICATIONS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-2-.01. General

(1)

All applications shall be made to the Board through the licensing portal available on the Board's website. Applications made otherwise will not be accepted.

(2)

An application will not be considered on file or complete, until the Board has received all data pertinent to the application. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the Board receives all necessary data, including the established fee, reference forms, education transcripts, and other required documents.

(3)

Applicants applying for licensure as a Land Surveyor are required to submit a minimum of four plats or maps which meet Georgia minimum technical standards. Two shall be boundary surveys, and two shall be topographic or elevation surveys. Each plat or map shall include a unique certification by the sealing land surveyor certifying that the applicant prepared the plat under their direct supervision. Comity applicants may submit plats or maps prepared and sealed by the applicant in another state. These plats should be edited appropriately to meet the standards and requirements of the State of Georgia before submittal to the Board.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-2-.01

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-25, 43-15-1, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-9, 43-15-10, 43-15-13, 43-15-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Grouping of Applications" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: F. July 25, 1972; eff. August 14, 1972.

Amended: ER. 180-2-0.2-.01 entitled "General" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: F. July 22, 2002; eff. August 11, 2002.

Amended: F. Sept. 16, 2003; eff. Oct. 6, 2003.

Amended: F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.02 Board Action on Applications

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.02 Board Action on Applications

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-2. APPLICATIONS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-2-.02. Board Action on Applications

(1)

Notice of the Board's action approving or rejecting an application will be given to an applicant at the email address on file with the Board.

(2)

In the event the Board makes a preliminary determination that grounds may exist for rejection of an application under O.C.G.A. 43-15-15(b), it will give notice of that determination to the applicant at the email address on file with the Board. The applicant so notified may request a hearing before the Board in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.

(3)

In the event the Board rejects an application on any ground other than those set forth in O.C.G.A. 43-15-15(b) or 43-15-19, no formal hearing will be permitted before the Board. The Board may, in its sole discretion and upon the applicant's request, permit an applicant an informal conference with the Board or with a designated member thereof for the purpose of permitting the applicant to explain, but not to supplement, his/her application. No recording of such a conference will be permitted.

(4)

In the event the Board rejects an application based on insufficient experience and/or education, the applicant should not file a new application until such time as the minimum period of deferment has expired. [A period of deferment may be imposed by the Board in accordance with O.C.G.A. 43-15-15(c)]. However, the applicant may file prior to the end of the deferment period if; in the applicant's opinion, there have been substantive changes in the rate in which experience has been earned or education obtained. The new information may be filed either as a new application or as a supplement to the original application. In either case, the required fee shall accompany each application submitted.

(5)

For applications requiring that the applicant be examined, experience will be considered through the date on which such application was notarized. Experience earned between the date the application was filed and date of the next examination will be considered valid only if the applicant remains in the same, equivalent or higher position in which he/she was employed at the time of filing and may only be claimed when the applicant files a new application or supplemental application as applicable. It is the responsibility of the applicant to keep the Board informed of substantive changes in job duties and responsibilities.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-2-.02

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-2, 43-1-25, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-9, 43-15-10, 43-15-13, 43-15-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Form of Applications" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: F. July 25, 1972; eff. August 14, 1972.

Amended: ER. 180-2-0.2-.02 entitled "Timeliness" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. August 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Sept. 16, 2003; eff. Oct. 6, 2003.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Board Action on Applications" adopted. F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.03 Examinations, General

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.03 Examinations, General

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-2. APPLICATIONS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-2-.03. Examinations, General

(1)

With exception of a locally prepared examination on hydrology and the legal aspects of land surveying in Georgia, all examinations will be in accordance with the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES).

(2)

Examinations may be taken only after the applicant has met the other minimum requirements as set forth in O.C.G.A. 43-15-8 and 43-15-9 and has been approved by the Board for admission to the examination as follows:

(a)

Fundamentals of Engineering. Consists of an examination on the fundamentals of engineering. Passing this examination qualifies the examinee for an engineer-in-training certificate, provided he/she has met all other requirements for certification by this Chapter.

(b)

Principles and Practice of Engineering Passing this examination qualifies the examinee for registration as a professional engineer, provided he/she has met the other requirements for registration required by this Chapter. Applicants shall designate the branch of engineering in which they intend to practice. The Board, after consideration of the designation and a review of the experience and other information listed in the application, shall identify the appropriate NCEES exam to be administered to the Applicant.

1.

Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Applicant will be directed to take the eight-hour NCEES exam that is applicable to the branch of engineering identified by the Applicant.

2.

If the Applicant designates that he/she will engage in the branch identified as structural engineering or the Applicant's experience is deemed to be within the branch of structural engineering, the Applicant shall be directed to take the NCEES 16-hour Structural Engineering Exam.

For purposes of this rule, "structural engineering" shall be defined as engaging in the design or analysis of "Designated Structures. "Designated Structures" are defined as follows:

(i)

For buildings and other structures requiring a building permit as required by the International Building Code, adopted edition, with Georgia Amendments in current effect in the state of Georgia, a Designated Structure is any building or other structure which meets any one of the following criteria:

(I)

Any building structure which has risk Category of III or IV in accordance with Table 1604.5 of the International Building Code, adopted edition, with Georgia Amendments.

(II)

Any building structure which has a covered gross area of 100,000 square feet or greater or has an occupied floor elevation that is 45 feet or more above the average ground level of the building.

(III)

Any building structure which with height to least width aspect ratio of the structural lateral load resisting system greater than or equal to seven.

(IV)

Any building structure which is designed using nonlinear time history analysis or with special seismic energy dissipation systems.

(ii)

For bridges and other related transportation structures, a Designated Structure is one that is considered to be a "complex bridge", as described in the Georgia Department of Transportation Consultant Prequalification Manual, which includes the following:

(I)

Bridges of spans longer than 300 feet

(II)

Tunnels

(III)

Cable-stayed bridges

(IV)

Suspension bridges

(V)

Movable bridges

(VI)

Trusses with spans longer than 300 feet

(VII)

Arch bridges

(VIII)

Segmental bridges

(IX)

Balance-cantilever bridges

(X)

Other bridges requiring unique analytical methods or design features not commonly addressed in standards set forth by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials.

3.

Civil Engineering applicants who engage in the design of structural elements but will not perform Structural Engineering as defined in Paragraph (2), will be directed to take the eight-hour Civil Breadth and Structural Depth exam.

(c)

Fundamentals of Land Surveying. Consists of an examination on the elementary disciplines of land surveying. Passing this examination qualifies the examinee for a land surveyor-in-training certificate provided he/she has met all other requirements for certification of this Chapter.

(d)

Principles and Practice of Land Surveying and the Laws of Georgia. This examination tests the applicant's understanding of the theory and practice of land surveying. This examination may be taken after passage of the Fundamentals of Land Surveying Examination.

(e)

Laws and History of Land Surveying in Georgia. This examination tests the applicant's knowledge and proficiency in the laws of Georgia which apply to land surveying as well as the history of the land division systems of Georgia.

(f)

Hydrology. This examination is available to land surveyors who meet the requirements of OCGA 43-15-13.1 to become recognized as a Land Surveyor whose licensure is "Hydrology and Design Authorized". This examination tests the applicant's knowledge and proficiency in the engineering principles of hydrology, open channel flow, pressurized flows, sanitary sewer collection, and stormwater management.

(3)

After administration of an examination, the contents of the examination will be treated as confidential and will not be disclosed, except in such circumstances and under such conditions as may be approved by the Board. No reuse, copying or reproduction in any manner of any portion of the examination materials is permitted without the Board's permission.

(4)

The Board will not conduct with examinees reviews of any portion of any examination. Further, the Board will not permit an examination to be re-scored.

(5)

In case of an applicant seeking registration by comity under O.C.G.A. 43-15-16, the Board shall review the prior experience of the applicant in determining which exam is required for licensure in Georgia.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-2-.03

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-25, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-8, 43-15-11, 43-15-12, 43-15-13, 43-15-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Fees" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: F. July 25, 1972; eff. August 14, 1972.

Amended: ER. 180-2-0.2-.03 entitled "Board Action on Applications" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: F. Nov. 26, 2001; eff. Dec. 16, 2001.

Amended: F. Sept. 16, 2003; eff. Oct. 6, 2003.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Examinations, General" adopted. F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.04 [Repealed]

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.04 [Repealed]

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Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-2. APPLICATIONS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-2-.04. [Repealed]

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-2-.04

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-15-8, 43-15-11, 43-15-12, 43-15-13.

History. Original Rule entitled "Examinations, General" was filed Jun. 16, 1989; eff. July 6, 1989.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Aug. 12, 1993; eff. Sept. 1, 1993.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Sept. 24, 1997; eff. Oct. 14, 1997.

Amended: F. Nov. 16, 2012; eff. Dec. 6, 2012.

Amended: F. May 30, 2017; eff. June 19, 2017.

Amended: F. May 17, 2019; eff. June 6, 2019.

Repealed: F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.05 [Repealed]

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-2-.05 [Repealed]

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-2. APPLICATIONS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-2-.05. [Repealed]

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-2-.05

Authority: O.C.G.A. § 43-15-21.

History. Original Rule entitled "Temporary Permits" adopted. F. April 18, 2001; eff. May 8, 2001.

Repealed: F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.01 Education

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.01 Education

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Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-3. QUALIFICATIONS: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER AND ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-3-.01. Education

As used in O.C.G.A. 43-15-8 and 43-15-9, the following terms have the meanings indicated:

(a)

"Engineering curriculum of not less than four years from a school or college approved by the Board," as used in O.C.G.A. 43-15-8(1)(A), means the engineering curricula of schools, colleges, and universities in the United States and its territories which at the time of the applicant's graduation are curricula accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (A.B.E.T.). Unless the Board determines otherwise, in a case where the curriculum in question was dropped from the accreditation list but was reaccredited within a period of five years, the Board may approve the curriculum as though there was no lapse in accreditation.

(b)

"Engineering curriculum of not less than four years" as used in O.C.G.A. 43-15-8(2)(A), includes engineering curricula in schools or colleges which are not accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (A.B.E.T.) but which may be approved by the Board in individual cases upon review of the applicant's educational transcript.

(c)

"In a curriculum of four or more years in engineering technology . . . from a school or college approved by the Board," as used in O.C.G.A. 43-15-8(2)(A), means engineering technology curricula in schools or colleges in the United States and its territories which, at the time of the applicant's graduation, are curricula accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (A.B.E.T.). Those curricula may be accepted by the Board, in individual cases, upon review of the applicant's educational transcript.

(d)

"In a curriculum of four or more years in engineering technology or . . . related science curriculum from a school or college approved by the Board" as used in O.C.G.A. 43-15-8(2)(A), means a four-year curriculum leading to a bachelor of science degree in chemistry, physics, mathematics, and similar related science curriculum of the military service academies of the United States. Those curricula may, in individual cases, be accepted by the Board upon review of the applicant's educational transcript.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-3-.01

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs. 45-15-4, 43-15-8, 43-15-9.

History. Original Rule entitled "Branches of Engineering" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-3-0.3-.01 entitled "Education" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.02 Experience

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.02 Experience

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-3. QUALIFICATIONS: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER AND ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-3-.02. Experience

In evaluating experience offered as qualifying experience under O.C.G.A. 43-15-8, 43-15-9, and 43-15-10, the Board will take into consideration the following six (6) factors:

(a)

Prior Education. The Board will take into consideration the applicant's education at the time the pertinent experience was acquired with the basic view that prior education determines the value of the experience.

(b)

Kind of Experience. The experience should involve the application of special knowledge of the mathematical, physical, and engineering sciences; the preparation of engineering data; the organization and implementation of testing procedures or methodologies for the collection of engineering data; the preparation of engineering data; the interpretation of engineering data; and the involvement in engineering during construction by the design engineer to verify his/her engineering design.

(c)

Quality. The experience should, by progression in difficulty and magnitude, demonstrate that the applicant has acquired ability to design and apply engineering principles and that his/her judgment may be trusted on projects involving public health and safety.

(d)

Scope. The experience should demonstrate sufficient breadth and scope within the field selected rather than narrowly focused technical skill within the field.

(e)

Progression. The record of work experience should indicate progression from initial work of simple character to recent work of greater difficulty, complexity and responsibility.

(f)

Capacity and Viewpoint. The record of experience should indicate that the applicant has attained to a considerable degree those attributes of clear thinking and analysis essential to competence.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-3-.02

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-8 to 43-15-10, 43-15-15.

History. Original Rule was filed and effective June 30, 1965.

Amended: Original Rule entitled "Definition of Terms" repealed by Emergency Rule entitled "Experience." Filed and effective on July 31, 1975, for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 29, 1990; eff. Aug. 9, 1990.

Amended: F. July 27, 2006; eff. August 16, 2006.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 22, 2006; eff. Dec. 12, 2006.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.03 Advanced

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.03 Advanced

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Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-3. QUALIFICATIONS: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER AND ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-3-.03. Advanced

The Board may also accept as meeting the educational requirements of O.C.G.A. 43-15-8(1)(A), graduation from a four-year engineering curriculum of a school or college not appearing on the most recently published list of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (A.B.E.T.). The applicant, subsequent to graduation from such a curriculum, must have completed at least one additional year of study in engineering subjects in a program in which either the undergraduate or advanced degree was approved by the A.B.E.T. at the time of the applicant's study. That year's study must have resulted in the conferring of an advanced degree such as a masters degree or a doctors degree with a major in engineering. All curricula pertaining to an applicant shall be approved by the Board.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-3-.03

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15.

History. Original Rule was filed and effective as Emergency Rule on July 31, 1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding said Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.04 Evaluation of Foreign Education

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.04 Evaluation of Foreign Education

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-3. QUALIFICATIONS: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER AND ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-3-.04. Evaluation of Foreign Education

(1)

Any applicant desiring educational credit for an engineering degree from a foreign institution must submit an evaluation of such education to the Board. Such evaluation must be in a form prescribed by the Board and must be performed by an agency approved by the Board.

(2)

Approved special evaluation forms and instructions may be obtained from Engineering Credentials Evaluation International (ECEI) at their website WWW.ECEI.ORG.

(3)

Advanced post-graduate degrees to be accepted for educational credit must be in the same branch of engineering and current experience in which the applicant plans to practice in the state of Georgia and be from a school or college whose undergraduate curriculum is Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited in the applicant's discipline at the time of the applicant's study.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-3-.04

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-8 to 43-15-10, 43-15-13, 43-15-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Evaluation of Foreign Education" adopted. F. Sept. 3, 1976; eff. Sept. 23, 1976.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: F. July 22, 2002; eff. August 11, 2002.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Jan. 28, 2005; eff. Feb. 17, 2005.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.05 Licensure of Veterans and Military Spouses

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-3-.05 Licensure of Veterans and Military Spouses

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-3. QUALIFICATIONS: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER AND ENGINEER-IN-TRAINING

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-3-.05. Licensure of Veterans and Military Spouses

(1)

As used in this Rule:

(a)

"Military" means the United States armed forces, including the National Guard.

(b)

"Military spouse" means the spouse of a service member or transitioning service member.

(c)

"Professional Engineer" or "PE" means a person who is registered as a Professional Engineer under the provisions of Chapter 15 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.

(d)

"Land Surveyor" or "LS" means a person who is registered as a Land Surveyor under the provisions of Chapter 15 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated.

(e)

"Service member" means an active or reserve member of the United States armed forces, including the National Guard.

(f)

"Transitioning service member" means a member of the military or active duty status or on separation leave who is within 24 months of retirement or 12 months of separation.

(2)

Expedited applications. Effective July 1, 2017, military spouses and transitioning service members may qualify for expedited processing of a license application by showing that the applicant is a military spouse or transitioning service member and that the applicant has paid the fee and meets all requirements for a license issued under Chapter 15 of Title 43.

(3)

Licensure by comity of service members, transitioning service members, and military spouses. A service member, transitioning service member, or military spouse may qualify for a license by comity where the applicant:

(a)

holds a license in good standing from another state for which the training, experience, and testing substantially meets or exceeds the requirements under Georgia law to obtain a license as a PE or LS;

(b)

submits to the Board a verification of licensure from the appropriate licensing agency of another state showing that the applicant's active license is in good standing in that state;

(c)

submits documentation satisfactory to the Board which verifies the applicant's status as a service member, transitioning service member, or military spouse;

(d)

submits a completed application for licensure by comity on a form approved by the Board, pays the required fee, and requests a license by comity.

(4)

Education, training, and experience obtained while in the military. A service member, transitioning service member, or military spouse may obtain credit for education and experience obtained while in the military that is required for licensure by Chapter 15 of Title 43 if he or she:

(a)

submits documentation of graduation from a college or university with the major and/or hourly requirements that substantially meet or exceed the requirements under Georgia law for licensure as a PE or LS;

(b)

submits documentation showing years of experience doing acceptable work performed under the supervision of a person whose credentials are acceptable to the Board which meet the requirements for licensure under Georgia law;

(c)

submits documentation satisfactory to the Board which verifies the applicant's status as a service member, transitioning service member, or military spouse;

(d)

submits proof of passing the examinations required for licensure; and

(e)

submits a completed application on a form approved by the Board for approval to take the licensure examination or for licensure and pays the required fee.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-3-.05

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-34, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-9, 43-15-13, 43-15-14, 43-15-16.

History. Original Rule entitled "Licensure of Veterans and Military Spouses" adopted. F. Sep. 25, 2020; eff. Oct. 15, 2020.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-4-.01 Education

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-4-.01 Education

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-4. LAND SURVEYOR AND LAND SURVEYOR INTERN

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-4-.01. Education

(a)

The Board's approval or disapproval of the applicant's education as required under O.C.G.A. § 43-15-13 will be made upon the applicant's submission of his/her application to the Board.

(b)

Eighteen semester hours of land surveying course work must be earned at an accredited and recognized college or university acceptable to the board. The required eighteen hours shall not include necessary prerequisites that are required prior to said land surveying courses.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-4-.01

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-25, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-13, 43-15-15.

History. Original Rule was filed and effective June 30, 1965.

Amended: Original Rule entitled "Curricula Accepted by Board" repealed by Emergency Rule entitled "General." Filed and effective on July 31, 1975, for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Education" adopted. F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-4-.02 Experience

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-4-.02 Experience

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-4. LAND SURVEYOR AND LAND SURVEYOR INTERN

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-4-.02. Experience

In evaluating experience offered by an applicant to qualify under O.C.G.A. § 43-15-13, the Board will consider the following factors:

(a)

Prior Education. The applicant's prior education at the time the experience was acquired will be considered. Land surveying experience gained prior to completion of at least nine hours of the required eighteen semester hours of land surveying course work shall be credited to the applicant at a maximum rate of 50% credit, and at the discretion of the board.

(b)

Kind of Experience.

1.

The experience should involve the special knowledge of the mathematical and physical sciences including those of the land surveying profession. It should also involve the preparation and interpretation of maps, plats, and other related data, as used in the land surveying profession.

2.

A maximum of one year of experience equivalent may be granted for successful completion of undergraduate or graduate studies in a curriculum of land surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or law, provided that any such education record to be applied as experience equivalent is in addition to the education used to meet the education requirement for O.C.G.A. § 43-15-13.

(c)

Quality of Experience.

1.

The quality of experience should demonstrate that the applicant has developed technical skills and initiative in the correct application of land surveying. The experience should also demonstrate sound judgment in the application of principles and in review of such applications of principles by others. It should also indicate the capacity to assume responsibility for work of a highly technical character.

2.

Experience credit will not be granted if the experience is determined by the Board to be the unlicensed practice of land surveying.

3.

For experience evaluated in regard to O.C.G.A. § 43-15-13,"responsible charge" shall consist of working independently in a leadership and/or decision-making role where the applicant is directly responsible for progress of land surveying projects, provided however that all such experience shall be under the direct supervisory control on a daily basis by a professional land surveyor as required by O.C.G.A. § 43-15-22. Work in responsible charge reflects the applicant's ability to take land surveying projects from beginning to finished product and shall demonstrate the ability to competently complete all research prior to field work, competently perform a compliant field traverse that adequately identifies all applicable field evidence and elements of possession, properly analyze all field work through thorough calculations and evaluation, and prepare maps and plats that adequately depict all required elements of such maps and plats. A minimum of twenty-four months of the required experience shall be in the form of an apprenticeship. Said apprenticeship shall consist of work experience in responsible charge of land surveying projects under the direct supervision and tutelage of a professional land surveyor and will not be recognized as beginning until at least nine of the eighteen required semester hours of land surveying course work have been successfully completed. The board shall provide an endorsement form specifically for the supervising professional land surveyor regarding the apprenticeship of the applicant. The apprenticeship shall be strictly full-time work experience. The supervising professional land surveyor shall agree to focusing on the applicant's proficiency in a minimum of 3 prescribed skill sets and evaluate the applicant on such proficiency at the conclusion of the apprenticeship. The prescribed skill sets shall be boundary surveying, topographic surveying, and a third skill set to be chosen from GPS/GNSS surveying, Geographic Information Systems, construction layout, or photogrammetry (which may include LIDAR collection and laser scanning) or other skill sets acceptable to the Board. The supervising professional land surveyor must attest that in his or her opinion the applicant is competent to practice land surveying in the state of Georgia.

(d)

Scope. The experience should demonstrate sufficient breadth and scope within the basic land surveying field rather than highly specialized technical skill in a very narrow and limited branch of that field.

(e)

Progression. The record of work experience should indicate successive and continued progress from initial work of simple character to recent work of greater complexity, difficulty, and responsibility.

(f)

Capacity and Viewpoint. The record of experience should indicate that the applicant has attained those attributes of clear thinking and keen analysis essential to competence.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-4-.02

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-1-25, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-13, 43-15-15.

History. Original Rule was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Original Rule entitled "Acceptance by Advanced Degree" repealed by Emergency Rule entitled "Education." Filed and effective on July 31, 1975, for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Experience" adopted. F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of the same title adopted. F. Apr. 4, 2011; eff. Apr. 24, 2011.

Amended: F. Jan. 15, 2026; eff. Feb. 4, 2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-4-.03 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-4-.03 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-4. LAND SURVEYOR AND LAND SURVEYOR INTERN

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-4-.03. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-4-.03

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21.

History. Original Rule was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Original Rule entitled "Acceptance by Experience" repealed by Emergency Rule entitled "Experience." Filed and effective on July 31, 1975, for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Repealed: Rule renumbered 180-4-.02. F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-5-.01 Fees

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-5-.01 Fees

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-5. FEES

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-5-.01. Fees

Fees may be imposed, revised or changed at the discretion of the Board. A copy of the schedule of fees published by the Board may be obtained upon request.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-5-.01

Authority: Ga. L. 1975, pp. 1048, 1052, 1055-1061; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-4.

History. Original Rule entitled "Long Established Practice for Engineers" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed by Emergency Rule 180-5-0.5, entitled "Fees," filed and effective on July 31, 1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Emergency Rule repealed and Rule entitled "Fees" adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: Rule repealed and a new Rule of the same title adopted. Filed October 7, 1980; effective October 27, 1980.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.01 General

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.01 General

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.01. General

(1)

In order to safeguard the life, health, property and welfare of the public and to establish and maintain a high standard of integrity, skills, and practice in the professions of engineering and land surveying, the following Rules of Professional Conduct are promulgated in accordance with O.C.G.A. 43-15-6(1). The following rules shall be binding upon every individual who possesses a certificate or a certificate of registration issued by the Board and upon every firm, professional corporation, association, governmental agency, partnership, corporation or other legal or commercial entity offering engineering or land surveying services to the public and to all personnel of such firm, corporation, partnership, association, or entity who act in its behalf in the practice of engineering or land surveying in this state.

(2)

The Rules of Professional Conduct as promulgated herein are an exercise of the police power vested in the Georgia Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors by virtue of the acts of the legislature. By that investment, the said Board is authorized to establish conduct, policy, and practices in accordance with the powers hereinabove stated.

(3)

All persons registered under O.C.G.A. Chapter 15, Title 43, are charged with having knowledge of the existence of these Rules of Professional Conduct and shall be deemed to be familiar with their several provisions and to understand them. Such knowledge shall encompass the understanding that the practice of engineering or land surveying is a privilege as opposed to a right. The registrant shall be forthright and candid in his/her statements or written response to the Board or its representatives on matters pertaining to professional conduct.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.01

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6(1).

History. Original Rule was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Original Rule entitled "Work Under Seal of Another" repealed by Emergency Rule entitled "General." Filed and effective on July 31, 1975, for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.02 Protection of the Public

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.02 Protection of the Public

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.02. Protection of the Public

The engineer or land surveyor shall at all times practice in such a manner as to protect the safety, health and welfare of the public. If a registrant's engineering or land surveying judgment is overulled under circumstances where the safety, health or welfare of the public are endangered, he/she shall inform the proper authorities and his/her employer of the situation as may be appropriate.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.02

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-1, 43-15-5.

History. Original Rule was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Original Rule entitled "Additional Evidence" repealed by Emergency Rule entitled "Protection of the Public". Filed and effective on July 31, 1975, for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.03 Rules of Practice

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.03 Rules of Practice

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.03. Rules of Practice

(1)

The engineer or

land surveyor shall perform services only in areas of his/her competence. The

engineer or land surveyor shall undertake to perform engineering or land

surveying assignments only when qualified by education or experience in the

specific technical field of professional engineering or land surveying

involved.

(2)

The engineer or land

surveyor may accept an assignment requiring education or experience outside of

his/her own field of competence, but only to the extent that his/her services

are restricted to those phases of the project in which he/she is qualified. All

other phases of such project shall be performed by qualified associates,

consultants or employees who shall sign, seal, and be responsible for such

other phases or technical segments of the project.

(3)

The professional engineer who develops

the design criteria and engineering concept for a project, provides analysis,

and is responsible for the preparation of the construction documents shall be

responsible for the design of the project within his/her contractual area of

engineering services and shall be known as the engineer of record.

(4)

In the event that a professional engineer

who is not the engineer of record is used for specific portions of the work,

that individual shall be a registered engineer in the State of Georgia and

shall seal, sign, and date his/her own reports, calculations, and drawings.

He/she shall coordinate his/her work with the engineer of record and shall be

responsible to the engineer of record for that specific portion of the project

design. He/she shall be known as the specialty engineer.

(5)

The engineer or land surveyor shall not

affix his/her signature and/or seal to any engineering or land surveying plan,

document, or plat unless such plan, document, or plat is prepared by the

registrant or an individual in the employ of the registrant. All plans,

documents, and plats prepared by non-registrants must be prepared under the

direct supervisory control of the registrant on a daily basis.

(6)

The term "Direct supervisory control" as

referenced in O.C.G.A. § 43-15, as related to engineering shall require

the certifying registrant to provide guidance and direction to personnel in the

preparation of engineering plans, documents, or drawings in each phase of the

preparation of the calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and all

other work products completed by said personnel. "Personnel" shall be defined

as any registrant or non-registrant employee or contract registrant or

non-registrant (whether full-time or part-time) or sub-consultant to the

certifying registrant who are members of the team producing work product to be

certified by the certifying registrant. The term "Direct supervisory control"

referenced in O.C.G.A. § 43-15, as related to land surveying, shall

require the certifying land surveying registrant to provide daily guidance and

direction to personnel in the performance and calculations related to field

work and the preparation of land surveying drawings and other related

documents. Land surveying personnel must be employed and managed directly by a

registrant or firm licensed to practice land surveying in Georgia. Direct

supervisory control may be typically established at a location (address) where

both the certifying registrant and personnel are employed and there is a direct

connection between the certifying registrant and the personnel. If the

certifying registrant and the personnel are not located at the same location,

then the certifying registrant must be able to demonstrate how direct

supervisory control is maintained over the personnel and how the certifying

registrant and the personnel maintain a direct connection for the direct

supervisory control of the engineering or surveying work as indicated above, if

requested by the Board. Satisfactory proof of direct supervisory control from

the certifying registrant over the personnel includes, but is not limited to,

written guidance or directions to the personnel; written records of ongoing

communication during the project; and work product mark-ups by the certifying

registrant to the personnel. The Board shall determine if such direct

supervisory control provided by the certifying registrant is acceptable to the

Board.

(7)

In the event a question

arises as to the competence of an engineer or land surveyor to perform an

assignment, the Board may require him/her to submit to an appropriate

examination, as determined by the Board. That action by the Board shall be

required only if the question cannot be otherwise resolved to the Board's

satisfaction.

(8)

Renovation or the

retrofitting of a building or structure is considered as the practice of

engineering when the work involves the addition or reduction of weight or

loading; analysis of structural systems or members; removal or addition of

structural elements; analysis of drainage systems on or below the roof surface;

changes to the drainage characteristics; or changes required for the building

or structure to conform to current jurisdictional building codes. Nothing in

this rule is intended to restrict the normal practice by registered architects.

Nothing in this rule is intended to restrict the normal practice of roofing

contractors insofar as repairing or the replacement of like kind of roofing

systems so long as no additional weight is added.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R.

& Regs. R. 180-6-.03

Authority: O.C.G.A.

§§ 43-1-25,

43-15-4,

43-15-6, and

43-15-22.

History. Original Rule entitled "Rules of Practice" was filed and effective

as Emergency Rule on July 31,

1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a

permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding

this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed

November 4, 1975; effective

November 24,

1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9,

1990; eff. Aug. 29,

1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F.

Feb. 25, 1993; eff.

Mar. 17,

1993.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F.

Jan. 17, 1996; eff.

Feb. 6, 1997.

Amended: F. Nov. 13,

1997; eff. Dec. 3,

1997.

Amended: F. May 30,

2017; eff. June 19,

2017.

Amended: F. Jan. 12,

2026; eff. Feb. 1,

2026.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.04 Statement and Testimony

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.04 Statement and Testimony

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.04. Statement and Testimony

(1)

The engineer or land surveyor shall be completely objective and truthful in issuing public statements, reports or testimony. He/she shall include all relevant and pertinent information in those statements, reports or testimony.

(2)

The engineer or land surveyor, when serving as an expert or technical witness before any court, commission, or other tribunal, shall express an opinion only when it is founded upon adequate knowledge of the facts at issue. That expression shall reflect a background of technical competence in the subject matter, and an honest conviction of the accuracy and propriety of his/her testimony.

(3)

No engineer or land surveyor licensed under O.C.G.A. Chapter 15, Title 43, shall issue statements, criticisms, or arguments on engineering or land surveying matters connected with public policy which are inspired or paid for by an interested party or parties unless he/she has prefaced such comments by explicitly identifying the party on whose behalf he/she is speaking. The engineer or land surveyor must at the same time reveal the existence of any pecuniary interest he/she may have in the matters.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.04

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6(1).

History. Original Rule entitled "Statement and Testimony" was filed and effective as Emergency Rule on July 31, 1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.05 Conflict of Interest

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.05 Conflict of Interest

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.05. Conflict of Interest

(1)

The engineer or land surveyor shall avoid conflicts of interest. The engineer or land surveyor shall conscientiously avoid conflict of interest with his/her employer or client, but, when unavoidable, the engineer or land surveyor shall forthwith disclose the circumstances to his employer or client.

(2)

The engineer or land surveyor shall avoid all known conflicts of interest with his/her employer or client and shall promptly inform his/her employer of any business association, interests, or circumstances which could influence his/her judgment or the quality of his/her services.

(3)

The engineer or land surveyor shall not accept compensation, financial or otherwise, from more than one party for services on the same project or for services pertaining to the same project unless the circumstances are fully disclosed to and agreed to by all interested parties.

(4)

The engineer or land surveyor shall not solicit or accept financial or other valuable considerations, directly or indirectly, from material or equipment suppliers, or their representatives, for specifying their products.

(5)

The engineer or land surveyor shall not solicit or accept gratuities, directly or indirectly, from contractors, their agents, or other parties in connection with work for which he/she is responsible.

(6)

The engineer or land surveyor in public service as a member, advisor, or employee of a governmental body or department shall not participate in considerations or actions with respect to matters involving him/her or his/her organization's private or public engineering or land surveying practices.

(7)

The engineer or land surveyor shall not solicit or accept an engineering or land surveying contract from a governmental body on which a principal or officer of his/her organization serves as a member.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.05

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Conflict of Interest" was filed and effective as Emergency Rule on July 31, 1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.06 Conduct

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.06 Conduct

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.06. Conduct

(1)

The engineer or land surveyor shall solicit or accept professional employment only on the basis of his/her qualifications and competence for proper accomplishment of the work. No engineer or land surveyor may provide a fee proposal to a potential client until he/she (a) established or reviewed the scope of services for the project, (b) determined that, based on his/her review of the scope of services, that he/she is competent to provide the professional services required, and (c) made his/her qualifications known to the prospective client. On proposals including more than one engineer or land surveyor, each individual shall be responsible for complying with this rule for his/her respective portion of the proposal. The engineer or land surveyor shall not offer to pay, either directly or indirectly, any commission, political contribution, gift, or other consideration in order to secure work, exclusive of securing salaried positions through employment agencies.

(2)

The engineer or land surveyor shall not falsify or permit misrepresentation of his/her or his/her associate's academic or professional qualifications. He/she shall not misrepresent or exaggerate his/her degree of responsibility for prior assignments in brochures or other presentations for the solicitation of employment. He/she shall not misrepresent pertinent facts concerning employers, employees, associates, joint ventures, or his/her or their past accomplishments with the intent and purpose of enhancing his/her qualifications or work.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.06

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Conduct" was filed and effective as Emergency Rule on July 31, 1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 1993; eff. Mar. 17, 1993.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.07 Ethics

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.07 Ethics

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.07. Ethics

(1)

The engineer or land surveyor shall associate only with reputable persons or organizations. The engineer or land surveyor shall not knowingly associate with or permit the use of his/her name, or firm name, in a business venture by any person or firm which he/she knows, or has reason to believe, is engaging in business or professional practices of a fraudulent or dishonest nature.

(2)

If the engineer or land surveyor has knowledge or reason to believe that another person or firm may be in violation of any of these provisions or of O.C.G.A. 43-15, he/she shall promptly present such information to the Board in writing and shall cooperate with the Board in furnishing such further information or assistance as may be required by the Board.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.07

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15.

History. Original Rule entitled "Ethics" was filed and effective as Emergency Rule on July 31, 1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.08 Convictions

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.08 Convictions

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.08. Convictions

A violation of O.C.G.A. Chapter 15, Title 43, or of the rules of another jurisdiction, if for a cause which in the State of Georgia would constitute a violation of O.C.G.A. 43-15 or these rules, shall be grounds for a charge of violation of these rules.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.08

Authority: Ga. Code 84-21; O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-6(1).

History. Original Rule entitled "Convictions" was filed and effective as Emergency Rule on July 31, 1975, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter has been adopted superseding this Emergency Rule.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. Filed November 4, 1975; effective November 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.09 Certification

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-6-.09 Certification

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-6. RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-6-.09. Certification

(1)

The term "Certification" as used in Rule 180-6-.09(2) and (3) and relating to professional engineering or land surveying services, as defined in O.C.G.A. 43-15-2(6) and (11), shall mean a signed statement based upon facts and knowledge known to the registrant and is not a guarantee or warranty, either expressed or implied.

(2)

When an engineer or land surveyor is presented with a certificate to be signed or sealed, he or she should carefully evaluate that certification to determine if the certification:

(a)

relates to matters which are within the technical competence of the engineer or land surveyor;

(b)

involves matters which are within the scope of services actually provided by the engineer or land surveyor or;

(c)

relates to matters which were prepared under the supervision, direction and control of the engineer or land surveyor.

(3)

Engineers or land surveyors who sign or seal certification not meeting criteria in subsection (2) are subject to discipline pursuant to O.C.G.A. 43-15-19(a)(5).

(4)

Engineers or land surveyors who prepare or issue maps, drawings, plats, plans, or electronic files which include contours or other elevation data shall note the source thereof. For land surveyors such shall adhere to Rule 180-7-.04. For engineers, the source of contour or elevation data shall be stated which shall include the name of the surveyor (or firm) that prepared it and is responsible for it, or when depicting contours or elevation data obtained from a public source, shall include the following statement: "The topographic and elevation data shown hereon was obtained from (state source) and is not certified as correct by this engineer. Users of this data do so at their own risk". Failure to provide this statement and the required data shall be both a violation of this rule and an acceptance of responsibility for accuracy of the depicted contours or elevation data.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-6-.09

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-15-4, 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Certification" adopted. F. Aug. 12, 1993; eff. Sept. 1, 1993.

Amended: F. Aug. 24, 2022; eff. Sep. 13, 2022.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.01 Preamble

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.01 Preamble

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.01. Preamble

In order to assure the public that proper and adequate surveys, maps, plats and writings are executed in connection with property, for whatever purpose, Technical Standards are hereby established. These standards establish the minimum degrees of accuracy, completeness and/or quality in the several areas of concern in order to be considered acceptable.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.01

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-1.

History. Original Rule entitled "Examinations" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended. ER. 180-7-0.7-.01 entitled "Preamble" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.02 Land Titles and Location

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.02 Land Titles and Location

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.02. Land Titles and Location

(1)

(a)

Every parcel of land whose boundaries are surveyed by a land surveyor should be made conformable with the record title boundaries of such land. The land surveyor prior to making such a survey shall acquire the following prerequisite data: deeds, maps, certificates of title, centerline data, right of way data, adjacent descriptions, and other boundary line locations in the vicinity as necessary or available. The land surveyor shall compare and analyze all of the data obtained and make most nearly correct legal determination possible of the position of the boundaries of such parcel. He shall make a field survey traversing and connecting all available monuments appropriate or necessary for the location, and coordinate the facts of such survey with the pre-determined analysis. Not until then shall the monuments marking the corners or such parcel be set, and such monuments shall be set in accordance with the full and most satisfactory analysis obtainable. It shall be the responsibility of the land surveyor to evaluate conformity with adjacent tracts for overlaps and gores and to report the same on all maps, plats, and reports.

(b)

In the event that the land surveyor determines that it is not possible to make the survey of a parcel of land conformable with the record title of such land or that it is not possible to coordinate the predetermined analysis with the field survey, the surveyor shall explain the reason for his determination and shall denote in indisputable language, the source and reason for the corners, lines, and/or areas as shown on the plat. Such reasons may include, but are not limited to, the following: Disputed, property lines or areas; possession lines; acquiescence; adverse possession; unrecorded deeds; proposed purchase (new parcels); dubious and nebulous deed descriptions; and any adverse claim. This paragraph shall not be construed in any way to allow the surveyor to evade his/her responsibilities under the law.

(2)

Any description written for conveyance or other purpose, defining land boundaries, shall be complete and accurate from a title standpoint, providing definite and unequivocal identification of the lines or boundaries, and definite recitals as to use or rights to be created through such descriptions. A description shall include the general location of the tract or lot with sufficient accuracy such that the tract can be readily located on the ground. The land lot, district, section, militia district number (in Headright Grant areas), city (if known to be within the city limits) and county shall be called out in said description. Description shall start at a point of commencement and/or a point of beginning that can be readily re-established. The description shall include the names of adjoining subdivision and/or property owners on all lines, as can be determined at the time of commencement of the survey through public records such as the county tax assessor and/or clerk of court records. (A title search is not required for this.) A metes and bounds description shall describe all courses in logical sequence around a tract or lot in a clockwise direction such that the ending point is the beginning point, the exception to this would be a description for a linear easement. The monument at each corner shall be described. All lines adjacent to streets, roads, or other rights-of-way shall be referenced to these and all pertinent distances and curve data shall be listed (arc length, chord length, chord bearing and radius) in addition to the parcel's area. All descriptions, being a form of report, shall bear the land surveyor's name, address, seal and signature.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.02

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 15-6-67, 43-15-1, 43-15-2, 43-15-4, 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Identification Number" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-7-0.7-.02 entitled "Land Titles and Location" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: F. May 11, 2001; eff. May 31, 2001.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.03 Measurements-Horizontal

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.03 Measurements-Horizontal

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.03. Measurements-Horizontal

Measurements shall be made with instruments capable of attaining the required accuracy for the particular problem involved. Angles and distances shall be measured to obtain an accuracy of not less than 1:10,000 in urban or suburban areas and 1:5,000 in rural areas except as follows:

(a)

The allowable positional tolerance of property corners with respect to each other within a given survey may not be greater than:

1.

0.1 foot in urban blocks wherein buildings can be erected along the property line, or where high land values so warrant;

2.

0.25 foot in suburban subdivisions interior blocks and/or suburban lots or parcels;

3.

0.50 in rural areas, except as follows:

(i)

Closer tolerance is required where land value in rural areas is increased by adjacency to major highway intersections or thruway complexes, building congestion, oil or mineral rights or any other reason;

(ii)

When a parcel of land is extremely long or narrow, closer tolerance is required on the shorter narrow dimensions to qualify acceptable corner positioning in relation to the narrow width;

(iii)

Where original surveys in rural areas were made with a compass, retracement may be made by compass in order to "follow the footsteps" of the original surveyor. However, such retracement also must be reduced to a non-magnetic traverse so that the error of closure as specified above is obtained.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.03

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-1, 43-15-2, 43-15-4, 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Grading" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-7-0.7-.03 entitled "Measurements-Horizontal" adopted. F. and eff. on July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.04 Topography and Vertical Measurements

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.04 Topography and Vertical Measurements

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.04. Topography and Vertical Measurements

(1)

Definitions. As used in this rule, the following definitions apply.

(a)

Field run precision leveling. A circuit of levels between precise benchmarks or a circuit closed upon the initial benchmark shall not differ more than 0.02 foot multiplied by the square root of the number of miles in the circuit, and in no case to exceed 0.05 foot.

(b)

Field run local or temporary benchmark leveling. Levels run for control to topographic mapping of a site or project shall have an error of closure of not less than 0.1 foot per square root of the number of miles. The surveyor and client may agree upon different precision specifications that are deemed to be more applicable to individual situations.

(c)

Positional check. A position whose location and elevation is determined by traditional or GNSS surveying equipment independently of the remainder of the survey effort or data collection exercise. When determining where to measure positional checks, the surveyor may use whatever approach and location choice that is deemed to be most applicable and feasible for the individual project. Running cross sections through a surveyed area is considered to be the most desirable, though most intensive, positional check approach. Positional checks should not be limited to easily visible and accessible areas but should include a reasonable portion in areas with ground cover and within the interior of the project. If firms or individuals are employed in the production of topographic or elevation surveys which are not regular employees under the direct supervision of the surveyor who is responsible for the work, special care must be given to providing adequate Direct Supervisory Control as defined by Rule 180-6-.03(6). Production of contour maps and elevation data to typical survey precision or for use in applications typical for surveying works, and the advertising thereof, is considered to be the practice of Land Surveying and must be performed by properly licensed individuals and authorized firms.

(2)

This rule applies to all topographic maps and plats, delineated either by contours or by points, digital terrain models, or other geospatial format with indicated elevation data, whether prepared from traditional surveying techniques or other remote sensing techniques including but not limited to aerial photography, Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR), or any other remote sensing technology whether implemented from fixed stations, vehicles, manned aircraft, or unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and also includes existing data obtained from public agencies.

(3)

All drawings or electronic work product which depict or provide contours or elevation data shall contain the following information:

(a)

The vertical datum of the elevations provided or reported, how the datum was verified or placed on the site (whether by level loop, GNSS observations, published benchmark, etc.),

(b)

The type of survey performed to produce contours or elevation data (see paragraph 4 for each type).

(c)

The contour interval or vertical precision. Contours and elevation data provided shall be of such accuracy that no more than 10% of the area covered shall be in error by more than one half (1/2) of the contour interval shown; or such that no part of the surveyed area fails to achieve a 95% confidence level in the three-dimensional positioning provided. If initial results do not confirm required accuracy, the surveyor may either:

1.

collect replacement data and retest for precision

2.

identify areas which are not reliable in accordance with subparagraph e below

3.

or increase the contour interval until measured precision conforms

(d)

Depiction of the location of at least 3 fixed positions which can be used to situate future works into the vertical datum of the survey. Such fixed positions should include at least one stable survey monument and can also include fixed artificial positions such as fire hydrant bolts, pipe inverts, concrete surfaces, or finished floor elevations of structures.

(e)

A clear explanation and delineation of any portion of the contours or elevation data which is not certified or reliable, such as areas which are obscured, shadowed, or otherwise which cannot be certified to the required mapping precision. This shall also apply to data which was obtained from a public agency or other lawful source. The following statement shall accompany any such obscured or uncertified topographic map or portion thereof: "The topographic and elevation data shown hereon was obtained from (state source) and is not certified as correct by this surveyor. Users of this data do so at their own risk".

(f)

All pertinent data that may be required particular to the type of survey as set forth in paragraph 4).

(4)

The following types of elevation surveys are envisioned by this rule. Should any equipment or methodology be considered which is not clearly addressed, the most applicable type shall apply.

(a)

Field run topographic surveys. Traditional surveying equipment and techniques are employed to produce a contour map. Field ran topographic surveys must state the date(s) of field work and the equipment used. Additional positional checks are not required for field ran topographic surveys.

(b)

Traditional stereo photogrammetric maps. Traditional or digital photography of sufficient specifications is obtained by a manned aircraft. Contours and features are generated using stereoscopes or software. A minimum of four (4) three-dimensional ground control targets or photo-identifiable positions (known as "control points") shall be surveyed and incorporated into the preparation of such maps, and more are required as dictated by project size, photo overlap, and height of camera. The surveyor responsible for the accuracy of the survey shall perform positional checks at a number of locations that is at least that of the number of control points required, and shall report the vertical accuracy of each point or an average of the points checked. Such photogrammetric maps shall state the date of photography, the height flown, the firm or individual who performed portions of the survey, including which portions, if not the surveyor or firm issuing the map, and the results of the positional checks by the surveyor either listed individually or as an average.

(c)

Ground based remote sensing (LIDAR, laser scanning, etc.). LIDAR equipment is used either from motor vehicles or fixed tripods to survey an area. Control points shall be placed and surveyed sufficiently along the perimeter of the mapped area to ensure adequate confidence level of the contours or elevation data. Positional checks shall be measured at positions deemed relevant by the surveyor who shall report the vertical accuracy of each point or an average of the points checked. Surveys and reports produced under this section shall provide the type of equipment used, the date(s) of data collection, the firm or individual who performed portions of the survey, including which portions, if not the surveyor or firm issuing the map, and the results of the positional checks by the surveyor either listed individually or as an average.

(d)

Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) data collection. LIDAR, optical camera, or other remote sensing equipment is used to collect data used to prepare contour maps or elevation data. The surveyor shall survey ground control targets or photo-identifiable positions (known as "control points") along the flight lines of the UAS sufficient to provide adequate three-dimensional constraint of the data used to prepare the contours or elevation data.

1.

The surveyor shall perform positional checks along the perimeter of and within the surveyed area. The minimum number of such positional checks shall be determined as follows:

(i)

For project size 1-10 acres, a minimum of 4 positional checks are required

(ii)

For project size 10-25 acres, a minimum of 8 positional checks are required

(iii)

For project size 25-100 acres, a minimum of 12 positional checks are required

(iv)

For project size 100-200 acres, a minimum of 24 positional checks are required

(v)

For project size 300 acres or more, a minimum of 36 positional checks are required

2.

Topography or elevation data produced in this manner must provide the date(s) of UAS data collection, the type of UAS including model or other identifying description, the type of LIDAR sensor or camera used, how many ground control points were used, the firm or individual who performed portions of the survey, including which portions, if not the surveyor or firm issuing the map, and the results of the positional checks by the surveyor either listed individually or as an average.

(5)

Incorporation of publicly available contour or elevation data. When the surveyor incorporates contour or elevation data into a survey, map, or electronic work product, and such data is from a public source which is exempt from professional licensing and oversight by O.C.G.A. 43-15-29(b)(7), the surveyor must state the source of the data (such as the specific agency or department), the date of data acquisition if known, the contour interval shown, the type of collection used for such data (such as photogrammetric, LIDAR, etc.), and any other pertinent information available. The work product (whether map, electronic drawing file, or other terrain model format) shall include the following statement:" The topographic and elevation data shown hereon was obtained from (state source) and is not certified as correct by this surveyor. Users of this data do so at their own risk". Failure to provide this statement and the required data shall be both a violation of this rule and an acceptance of responsibility for the depicted work by the surveyor. The surveyor may also identify which portion(s) of elevation data is from a public source in situations where the surveyor has also verified some of the data provided.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.04

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-15-6(a)(1), 15-6-67.

History. Original Rule entitled "Board Review: Passing Grade" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-7-0.7-.04 entitled "Measurements - Vertical" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: F. July 10, 1991; eff. July 30, 1991.

Amended: F. Sept. 16, 2003; eff. Oct. 6, 2003.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Amended: New title, "Topography and Vertical Measurements." F. Aug. 24, 2022; eff. Sep. 13, 2022.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.05 Monuments

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.05 Monuments

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.05. Monuments

(1)

In order to prevent boundary conflicts, the public must have assurances that the corners of real property boundaries as determined from an accurate survey are durably marked with survey monuments that may be identified on the ground with the aid of the survey plat. In meeting this objective, surveyors must meet the following minimum standards of accuracy, completeness and quality.

(2)

The land surveyor shall set monuments as defined herein, unless monuments already exist or cannot be set due to physical obstructions. Said monuments shall be set at all boundary corners. Those monuments that cannot be set due to physical obstructions shall have a reference monument set. Said reference monument shall be referenced on the plat by bearing and distance from the true position of said monument. Also, said reference monument shall be set far enough away from the true corner so as not to be confused with the position of the true corner.

(3)

All monuments set shall be composed of a durable material and shall incorporate a ferrous material to aid in location by magnetic locators. Said monuments shall have a minimum length of 18 inches. Longer monuments are required in soils less likely to hold and maintain the true position of the monument. Said monuments composed of solid metal rods shall have a minimum cross sectional area of 0.2 square inches. Concrete, composite or stone monuments shall have a minimum dimension of 3 inches by 3 inches. Monuments placed at land lot corners, district corners or county corners shall if a rod have a minimum diameter of 5/8 inches, a pipe of 1 inch diameter or a concrete or stone monument of not less than 4 inches square.

(4)

Every boundary monument set shall be identified with a durable marker or cap bearing the Georgia registration number of the land surveyor in responsible charge or the name of the business entity and/or Certification of Authorization number (COA #).

(5)

If a boundary corner falls in a hard surface such as concrete or asphalt; alternate monumentation may be used that is durable and identifiable.

(6)

For irregular boundaries such as non-engineered roads, rivers, streams, lakes, beach, etc. a dimensioned meander or survey line may be used. If a meander or survey line is used, monuments shall be set at the meander or survey line's terminus points on real property boundary lines.

(7)

All monuments found or placed shall be described on the survey plat. The corner descriptions shall state the size, material and cap identification of the monument as well as whether the monument was set or found.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.05

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-1, 43-15-2, 43-15-4, 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Time of Examination" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-7-0.7-.05 entitled "Monuments" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.06 Coordinates and Triangulation

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.06 Coordinates and Triangulation

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.06. Coordinates and Triangulation

(1)

The use of state plane coordinates may be incorporated in any land survey.

(2)

State plane coordinates used and shown on surveys shall meet the requirements of O.C.G.A. Sections 44-4-1 through 44-4-31.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.06

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-1, 43-15-2, 43-15-4, 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Examinee Information" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-7-0.7-.06 entitled "Coordinates and Triangulation" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.07 Maps and Plats

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.07 Maps and Plats

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.07. Maps and Plats

All maps, plats and similar documents which depict and describe real property boundaries shall comply with all requirements of O.C.G.A. § 15-6-67 and conform to the following minimum standards and specifications: The sealing of documents, reports, preliminary subdivision plats, topographic surveys, and other drawings that do not depict and describe real property boundaries shall be subject to Rule 180-12 (Sealing of documents). Preliminary subdivision plats shall state the source of the boundary information shown thereon and also bear a note to the effect that it is a preliminary subdivision plat that has been prepared for the purpose of review and approval, is not to be recorded, and is not to be used to convey property. Topographic surveys shall state the source of the boundary information shown thereon and also bear a note to the effect that the surveyor's certification extends only to the topographic and/or geospatial aspects shown thereon, and that the topographic survey does not constitute a boundary survey and is not to be recorded or used to convey title or interest in the property.

(a)

Material.

1.

Any such surveys, maps, or plats shall be clearly legible;

2.

The minimum line widths and letters or character heights delineated on such maps or plats shall be sufficient to be legible when copied or scanned at a resolution of 300 d.p.i.

(b)

Required Data. The maps or plats shall have a title or name, and shall also provide the following information:

1.

The name of the entity who authorized the survey, the entity for whom the survey is prepared, or the subject of the survey such as a subdivision name or site name;

2.

The county, municipality; land district and land lot (if within an area of Georgia that is divided into land lots and districts); Georgia Militia District, Reserve, or other qualifying notation (if within an area of Georgia that is not divided into land lots and districts); and subdivision, if the property lies within a particular subdivision;

3.

The date(s) of field work, plat preparation and all subsequent revisions including a brief explanation of each revision;

4.

A square box three inches by three inches shall be placed in the upper left-hand corner of the map or plat, which shall be left blank and reserved for recording information by the Clerk of court;

5.

The scale, stated and shown graphically;

6.

The name, address, telephone number, and registration number of the registered land surveyor who prepared and sealed the survey and, if working for a firm, the name and Certificate of Authorization Number of the firm that prepared the survey (the address and telephone number of the firm are acceptable in lieu of the individual surveyor's address and telephone number) or the statement that he is the county surveyor and is not required by law to be a registered surveyor; and

7.

All maps or plats are to contain the applicable Surveyor Certification from O.C.G.A. § 15-6-67(b)(2) and signature in accordance with Board Rule 180-12-.02, in order to be a valid and recordable map or plat. The original maps or plats shall be retained by the land surveyor or land surveying firm in either hard copy or electronic file, along with all applicable work material which includes, but is not limited to, field notes, field data, computations, coordinate data, electronic drawing files and property research for a period of six years from the more recent date on the map or plat.

(c)

Size. Maps and plats shall be of a size that is commonly available. The map or plat shall be drawn to a scale in feet commonly found on an engineer's scale or to a scale in chains commonly found on a forester's scale. Scans or images created electronically shall be at full size and legible at a resolution of 300 d.p.i., so that future users may be able to plot all or part of the map or plat at full size and resolution. The issue of printed reductions of maps or plats which meet this requirement is allowable.

(d)

Required Content. All maps and plats shall be made in a professional manner and in accordance with the standards of good drafting procedures and shall show the following information, as specified:

1.

The direction and distance from a point of reference to a point on the boundary of the individual survey, and such additional data as may be required to relocate the boundary point from the point of reference with the same degree of accuracy required of the parcel surveyed. The point of reference shall be an established, monumented position which can be identified or relocated from maps, plats or other documents on public record, including state plane coordinates when applicable. The point of reference may lie on or within the boundary of the survey;

2.

Bearings of all lines of the boundary or lot lines, and distances of all boundary or lot lines, and area of the parcels expressed in acres or square feet. All bearings, distances, and areas shown on the survey shall be based upon the measurements of the surveyor, except that both the measured and the record measurements may be shown if the surveyor feels that such comparison is necessary or otherwise required, in which case a clear distinction shall be made as to which are measured and which are record. Distances that are shown for proximity purposes only and have not been measured shall be clearly labeled as "approximate";

3.

The closure precision of the field survey as the ratio of one foot to the traversed distance in which an error of one foot would occur, angular error, and a statement as to the method of adjustment. The field closure stated shall be the actual linear error of closure calculated from the surveyor's actual field measurements, whether a closed traverse or otherwise, and shall not be a generalization.

If the surveyor determines that a closure precision statement is not appropriate for the survey because a substantial portion of the field measurements were obtained using Global Positioning Systems, then a note of precision or positional accuracy may be placed in compliance with Rule 180-7-.09; or if the surveyor feels that a closure precision statement is not appropriate for the survey because redundant linear measurements were used to verify accuracy, the calculated positional tolerance shall be stated and shall comply with Rule 180-7-.03;

4.

The closure precision of the data shown on the map or plat. The closure may be stated as follows: "This map or plat has been calculated for closure and is found to be accurate within one foot in _____ feet". The closure precision placed on the survey shall be based on an actual map closure that has been independently calculated by the surveyor by using the bearings and distances from the face of the plat, and shall not be a generalization. All lots or parcels shown on the plat shall be map checked for closure and area. In the case of a subdivision plat or a survey that depicts more than one tract, the closure precision stated may be that of the exterior or an average of the tracts;

5.

The width and the former widths, if pertinent, of easements or rights-of-way adjacent to or crossing the property;

6.

Apparent encroachments and observed evidence of human burials or cemeteries;

7.

In the case of curved lines, the curve shall be defined by curve data to include the radius, arc length, chord bearing, and distance of regular curves. Chord distances and directions shall be given for irregular curves;

8.

All land lot lines, land district lines, land section lines, and city, county, and state boundaries intersecting or adjacent to the surveyed property indicated by lines drawn upon the map or plat with appropriate words and figures, it shall be acceptable for the surveyor to label such lines as "apparent", "accepted", or "approximate", or other such qualifying language as the surveyor considers necessary or appropriate;

9.

All corner markers and markers of pertinent reference points shall be fully described and indicated as to the material or types, size or dimensions, and whether set, found, or replaced. In the case of badly disturbed or deteriorated monuments that are replace for the purpose of position preservation, the survey shall indicate the size, type, and material of both the found monument and the monument with which it was replaced;

10.

An arrow to indicate the principal meridian and a notation as to the reference of bearings to magnetic north, astronomic north, record or grid north. A grid north reference shall indicate the zone. Record north shall reference the document or survey to which the meridian is oriented and the line of the survey to which the "record bearing" was applied;

11.

All linear distances shown on maps or plats shall be expressed as follows:

a.

Distances shall be horizontal distances.

b.

Distances shall be stated as "ground" distances (which shall also be the basis for any corresponding area calculations). Should it be necessary to state "grid" distances, both "ground" and "grid" distances shall be stated, along with the grid scale factor used, the elevation scale factor used, and the combined factor used.

c.

When expressed in feet, the definition of the foot shall be based on the conversion of the meter equals 3.280839895 feet or 1 foot equals 30.48 centimeters. Nothing in this rule shall prohibit the stating of distances in meters or units other than feet, provided that a conversion factor to the foot must be stated;

12.

All angular directions shall be represented in degrees, minutes, and seconds. All angular directions shall be referenced to the meridian of the survey and be denoted starting with the letter N or S (for North or South), and the degrees, minutes, and seconds, followed by the letter E or W (for East or West). All bearings and distances around the perimeter of the property shall progress consistently in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction so as to form a closed shape. Azimuths, or interior (or exterior) angles may also be shown for reference but not in lieu of bearings and shall also be stated in degrees, minutes, and seconds;

13.

A statement to indicate the type of equipment used to obtain the linear and angular measurements used in the preparation of the map or plat, or the proper notations required by Rule 180-7-.09 when GPS equipment is used in performing the survey;

14.

The names of adjacent property owners on all lines, along with a notation as to what documents were reviewed for each adjacent property as required by Rule 180-7-.02(1)(a). Such notation may be the deed book and page of the record title description, recorded plats, and other documents or surveys that were obtained through the course of the survey. In cases where the adjacent property is a recorded subdivision, it is sufficient to state the name, phase if applicable, and recording information of the subdivision plat, along with lot lines and lot numbers. (A title search is not required for this.);

15.

All water boundaries or similar irregular boundaries shown in sufficient detail to clearly identify the surveyed tract and the adjoining tract;

16.

The character of any and all evidence of possession along or related to boundary lines clearly depicted and stated, and overlaps and gores in property lines along or within the surveyed property in compliance with Rule 180-7-.02;

17.

Any features within or along the boundary located as requested by the client, or in conformity with the rules or requirements of any mortgagor or insurer, provided the technical standards of such rules or requirements are not less than those provided for by this chapter;

18.

The surveyor shall state the type of survey depicted, whether it is a retracement survey of an existing tract (or combination of tracts), a subdivision plat, a division from a parent tract, a depiction of a disputed area or other special purpose limited survey, a utility or easement survey, or other classification of land survey as may be deemed necessary. The source of title description of the property depicted shall be stated, along with the name of the current owner(s) as indicated by the tax records or deeds.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.07

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 15-6-67, 43-15-4, 43-15-6, 43-15-19, 43-15-22, 44-4-27.

History. Original Rule entitled "Engineers-in-Training" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-7-0.7-.07 entitled "Maps and Plats" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. July 10, 1991; eff. July 30, 1991.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Aug. 12, 1993; eff. Sept. 1, 1993.

Amended: F. Sept. 12, 2002; eff. Oct. 2, 2002.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Mar 19, 2013; eff. April 8, 2013.

Amended: F. May 30, 2017; eff. June 19, 2017.

Amended: F. Nov. 28, 2023; eff. Dec. 18, 2023.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.08 Violations

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.08 Violations

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.08. Violations

The Board may initiate action in cases where a person's actions are in violation of the law beyond reasonable doubt.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.08

Authority: O.C.G.A. Sec. 43-15-30.

History. Original Rule entitled "Engineering Examination" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-7-0.7-.08 entitled "Violations" adopted. F. and eff. on July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.09 Global Positioning Systems

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-7-.09 Global Positioning Systems

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-7. TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-7-.09. Global Positioning Systems

It shall be acceptable practice to incorporate the use of Global Positioning Systems (commonly known as GPS) equipment into any survey. The precision of all measurements made with such equipment must, at a minimum, meet all other precision standards required otherwise by law or rules under Chapter 180-7. When using GPS equipment in the course of a survey, the Land Surveyor shall state on the face of the plat, or within the report in cases where there is no plat, the following:

a.

A note stating what portion (or all) of the survey was performed using GPS equipment.

b.

The type of GPS equipment used, including manufacturer and model number, and whether single or dual frequency receivers were used.

c.

The type of GPS survey that was performed, such as static, real time kinemeatic ("RTK"), network adjusted real time kinematic, etc.

d.

A note that discloses the precision of the GPS work done, either in relative positional accuracy, vector closure, or other mathematical expression chosen by the Land Surveyor.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-7-.09

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-1, 43-15-2, 43-15-4, 43-15-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Land Surveying Examination" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: F. Dec. 22, 1966; eff. Jan. 9, 1967.

Amended: No Rule adopted as ER. 180-7-0.7-.09. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Repealed: Permanent Rule repealed. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Global Positioning Systems" adopted. F. Feb. 25, 2008; eff. Mar. 16, 2008.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-8-.01 Reinstatement of Expired License

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-8-.01 Reinstatement of Expired License

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-8. RENEWAL OF LICENSE

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-8-.01. Reinstatement of Expired License

(1)

A certificate of registration which has been administratively revoked for having been expired for greater than four (4) years may be reinstated at the discretion of the Board.

(2)

The applicant must complete the reinstatement application and include a summary of all experience since the date of original Georgia licensure as a Professional Engineer or Land Surveyor with accompanying experience endorsements for each engagement from professionals who are familiar with the experience provided.

(3)

Applicant must include the reinstatement application fee, and upon final Board review, all other fees as provided to reinstate license registration.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-8-.01

Authority: Authority O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-17, 43-15-20.

History. Original Rule entitled "Disposal of Applications" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Amended: ER. 180-8-0.8-.01 entitled "General" adopted. F. and eff. July 31, 1975.

Amended: Permanent Rule adopted. F. Nov. 4, 1975; eff. Nov. 24, 1975.

Repealed: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Reinstatement of Expired License" adopted. F. May 11, 2001; eff. May 31, 2001.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. Nov. 22, 2006; eff. Dec. 12, 2006.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-8-.02 Inactive Licensure Status

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-8-.02 Inactive Licensure Status

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-8. RENEWAL OF LICENSE

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-8-.02. Inactive Licensure Status

In accordance with Chapter 295-15 of the Rules and Regulations of the Division Director regarding Inactive Status Licensing, a registrant may apply for inactive licensure status under the following conditions:

(1)

A registrant who is over the age of 65 and retired; or who may become disabled may apply to the Board for inactive status by submitting the required application and paying the proper fees.

(2)

While on inactive status, a registrant is exempt from payment of the biennial renewal fee and continuing education requirements.

(3)

An inactive registrant may not practice professional engineering or land surveying in this State.

(4)

In order to reactivate an inactive license, the registrant must submit a completed application, show compliance with continuing education requirements as set forth in Rule 180-11-.08, and submit the reactivation fee as set forth by the Board. The Board must approve the application before the license is reactivated.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-8-.02

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-15-6(b), 43-1-22.

History. Original Rule entitled "Inactive Licensure Status" adopted. F. April 18, 2001; eff. May 8, 2001.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.01 Procedural Rules

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.01 Procedural Rules

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-9. PROCEDURAL RULES

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-9-.01. Procedural Rules

The State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors adopts by reference as its permanent rules, Chapter 295-3 through 295-13, Rules and Regulations of the Office of the Division Director, Professional Licensing Boards, relative to Procedure for Hearing before several Professional Licensing Boards.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-9-.01

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-1-25, 43-15-4.

History. Original Rule entitled "Registration and/or Certification Numbers" adopted. F. and eff. June 30, 1965.

Repealed: F. July 31, 1975; eff. August 20, 1975.

Amended: New Rule entitled "Procedural Rules" adopted. F. Nov. 9, 1977; eff. Nov. 29, 1977.

Amended: F. Aug. 9, 1990; eff. Aug. 29, 1990.

Amended: F. July 22, 2002; eff. August 11, 2002.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.02 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.02 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-9. PROCEDURAL RULES

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-9-.02. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-9-.02

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299, 306.

History. Original Rule entitled "Seal" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.03 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.03 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-9. PROCEDURAL RULES

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-9-.03. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-9-.03

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299.

History. Original Rule entitled "Seal on Plans on Part of a Facility" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.04 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.04 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-9. PROCEDURAL RULES

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-9-.04. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-9-.04

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299.

History. Original Rule entitled "Certificate of Registration and Certifications as Engineer-in-Training" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.05 Repealed

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 180-9-.05 Repealed

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 180. GEORGIA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS BOARD

Chapter 180-9. PROCEDURAL RULES

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 180-9-.05. Repealed

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 180-9-.05

Authority: Ga. L. 1945, pp. 294, 299, 309.

History. Original Rule entitled "Applicants Registered by Other Authorities" was filed and effective on June 30, 1965.

Amended: Rule repealed. Filed July 31, 1975; effective August 20, 1975.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 310-2-.03

(1) Examinations shall be those examinations prepared by the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB) and an examination prepared by or on behalf of the Georgia State Board of Landscape Architects covering information related to the practice of landscape architecture in the State of Georgia.

(2) The "Landscape Architectural Registration Examination (LARE)" and the "Georgia Component" shall be the examination provided for in O.C.G.A. 43-23-7(c) .

(3) Each applicant sitting for the examination must obtain written approval from the Board prior to taking any portion (written and/or computer based) of any examination offering that occurs at any time during the year.

(4) The examination format may be administered via computer-based and/or written and graphic portions as determined by the Board.

(5) The Examination may consist of the following six (6) sections: (a) Project and Construction Administration (b) Inventory, Analysis and Program Development (c) Site Design (d) Design and Construction Documentation (e) Grading, Drainage and Stormwater Management (f) Georgia Component - Georgia Laws, Rules, Regulations and Ecosystem of Georgia Preservation, Protection, Enhancement and Modification.

(6) The six (6) sections of the examination may cover, but not be limited to, the following topics: (a) Environmental systems and principles (b) Life safety and security principles (c) Plant materials (d) Planning and design principles (e) Architectural principles (f) Engineering principles (g) Structural considerations (h) Geology and soil science (i) Principles of grading, and drainage, and stormwater system design (j) Erosion, sedimentation, and pollution control (k) Drafting, surveying, and mapping principles (l) Assessing existing and built characteristics of sites, areas and regions (m) Construction details, methods and techniques (n) Water issues, including use, quality, quantity (o) Irrigation systems (p) Ethical standards for professional practice.

(7) The applicant is required to pass all portions of the examination.

(8) The Georgia Component prepared by or on behalf of the Board shall be given at least once each calendar year. The date, time, and place of the examination shall be determined by the Board.

(9) The minimum passing score of each part of the examination shall be established by the Board with a recommendation from CLARB and the Professional Licensing Boards Examination Division.

(10) An applicant receiving a passing grade on one or more subjects on the examination shall be given credit for those subjects passed.

(11) All applicants shall be notified in writing of the results of the examination.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 50-3-.03 Names

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 50-3-.03 Names

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 50. GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF ARCHITECTS AND INTERIOR DESIGNERS

Chapter 50-3. FIRMS, PARTNERSHIPS, CORPORATIONS PROPER NAMES - ARCHITECTS

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 50-3-.03. Names

The statutory authorization for registered individuals, firms,

sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, and

corporations offering to the public the practice of architecture or the

rendering of architectural services is not an authorization to hold out as an

architect any person who is not a licensed architect. For that reason, the

following rules govern the manner in which registered individuals and those

firms, sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, and

corporations otherwise lawfully engaged in the practice of architecture may

hold themselves out to the public.

(a)

Firm names composed of the real name or real names of living persons preceded

or followed by the words "Architect" or "Architects" or any words, letters,

figures, or constructions thereof indicating or intended to imply that the

business of the firm is the practice of architecture, shall include only the

name of architects currently licensed in Georgia (except as provided in

Paragraph (f) below) and practicing in accordance with Code Chapter 43-4. Firm

names that include the name or names of retired or deceased architects may be

continued provided the requirements of Paragraphs (c), (e), and (g) below are

met.

(b)

Firm names composed of the

real name or the real names of living persons, preceded or followed by such

words as "Architect and Engineer","Architects, Engineers, and Planners", etc.

or any words, letters, figures, or constructions thereof indicating or intended

to imply that the business of the firm is the practice of architecture

and any one or more of the allied professions, shall include only

the names of architects currently licensed in Georgia, except as provided in

Paragraph (f) below, and practicing in accordance with Code Chapter 43-4 and

the names of allied professionals, practicing in accordance with all applicable

codes that govern the practice of the respective allied professions. Firms

names that include the name or names of deceased architects or allied

professionals may be continued provided the requirements of Paragraphs (c),

(e), and (g) below are met.

(c)

Firm names that include or are composed of the name or names of retired or

deceased persons, who at the time of their retirement or demise were Registered

Architects, may be continued provided the requirements of Paragraphs (e) and

(g) below are met.

(d)

Any

organization engaged in the practice of architecture in this State under any

business title other than the real name or real names of persons as set forth

in Paragraphs (a) and (b) above, shall comply with the requirements of

Paragraphs (e) and (g) below.

(e)

If a firm's principal business is that of offering architectural services to

the public or rendering architectural services and the firm name is composed of

any business title other than the name or names of living persons or includes

the name or names of living persons who are not licensed to practice

architecture, the firm letterhead must include the identity of the architect or

architects currently licensed to practice in Georgia in accordance with Code

Chapter 43-4. All other names that appear on the letterhead as "supplemental"

information shall bear the true identity and status of each person whose name

so appears.

(f)

In the case of

Practice in Georgia by an architectural firm whose principal or base office is

not located in this state, the firm practice in Georgia shall

comply with all requirements of Code Chapter 43-4 and Chapter 50, with the

exception that a minimum of one person (in Cases (a), (b), (c), (d) above)

shall be an architect currently licensed to practice in Georgia; and that

person shall:

1.

be the architect under whose

responsible control the Georgia practice shall be conducted; and

2.

shall be identified as Georgia

Registered on all firm letterheads, public identification, and

instruments of service by such designation as "John J. Doe, Architect - Georgia

Registration No. 0000."

(g)

In the case of establishment or

maintenance of a branch office in this state by an architectural firm whose

principal or base office is not located in this state, such branch office must

be under the full-time responsible control of an architect licensed to practice

under Code Section 43-4 and who is a permanent resident of Georgia residing in

the locale of such branch office.

(h)

Each office regularly engaged in the

practice of architecture shall have an architect duly registered with this

Board, in full authority and responsible charge, having personal knowledge and

supervisory control of such work.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R.

& Regs. R. 50-3-.03

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs.

43-4-1,

43-4-9,

43-4-10,

43-4-13,

43-4-16,

43-4-17,

43-4-19.

History. Original Rule entitled

"Firm Names" adopted. F. Nov. 14, 1975;

eff. Dec. 4, 1975.

Amended:

F. Dec. 16, 1982; eff.

Jan. 5, 1983.

Amended:

F. Apr. 27, 1988; eff.

May 17, 1988.

Repealed:

New Rule entitled "Names" adopted. F. July 2,

2007; eff. July 22,

2007.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-3-.02 Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a Residential-Light Commercial Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-3-.02 Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a Residential-Light Commercial Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 553. RULES OF STATE LICENSING BOARD FOR RESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Chapter 553-3. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE - RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTOR DIVISION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 553-3-.02. Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a Residential-Light Commercial Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship

(1)

An individual person seeking issuance of a Georgia license in his or her own name for purposes of engaging in the profession of residential-light commercial contracting in his or her own name or doing business as an individual in a trade name as a sole proprietorship shall file an application on a form provided by the residential contractor division, accompanied by an application fee as provided by the board.

(2)

Additionally, such applicants must submit to and successfully pass an examination prepared by the residential contractor division, except where an applicant is otherwise qualified for licensure and has satisfied the residential contractor division requirements and regulations for licensure pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8 exempting such applicant from the examination requirement.

(3)

A person shall be eligible for licensure as a residential-light commercial contractor by the residential-light commercial subdivision if the person:

(a)

Is at least 21 years of age;

(b)

Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity;

(c)

Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

1.

Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a residential contractor, general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

2.

Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a residential contractor, general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

3.

Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a residential contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division; and

(d)

Has had significant responsibility for the successful performance and completion of at least two projects falling within the residence-light commercial category in the four years immediately preceding application. To prove "successful performance and completion" the applicant must include, together with the application for licensure, an appropriate reference letter from a Georgia registered architect, a designer, a licensed professional engineer (predominately practicing structural engineering), or any other reference acceptable to the subdivision.

(e)

In order to satisfactorily prove (a), (b), (c) and (d) above, each applicant must swear on the application for licensure that the applicant satisfies each requirement and submit satisfactory proof of such when and where directed to do so by the application. In completing and submitting the application to the residential contractor division, the applicant consents to the division performing a background check, including a criminal history, on the applicant if the division so chooses.

(4)

Before being entitled to take an examination or otherwise qualify for issuance of a license, an applicant must show to the satisfaction of the residential contractor division from the application and proofs furnished that the applicant is possessed of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility. In order to satisfactorily prove "financial responsibility", each applicant must submit satisfactory proof as required by the application for licensure. In addition, the application shall include a list of all persons, entities, and business organizations that the applicant will be affiliated with as a licensed residential-light commercial contractor, whether by way of employment, ownership, serving as an owner or director, partnership, or membership or by serving as a qualifying agent under this chapter. Additionally, all applicants shall provide satisfactory proof of general liability insurance of not less than $500,000 for the residential-light commercial category and satisfactory proof of workers´ compensation insurance as required by the laws of this state in their name. All applicants shall also provide their social security numbers. The decision of the residential contractor division as to the qualifications of applicants shall be conclusive. A certificate by the insurer or other appropriate evidence of such coverages shall be maintained with the residential contractor division and shall be a condition of renewal. A licensee, on his or her own behalf, must notify the residential contractor division in writing within 30 days of any changes in the information required to be on file with such division, including, but not limited to, the licensee's current mailing address, insurance coverages, and affiliated entities.

(5)

(a)

The residential contractor division shall conduct an examination of all qualified applicants, except those exempted from the examination requirement pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8.

(b)

The residential contractor division shall conduct an examination for applicants for residential-light commercial licenses for the purpose of determining a particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of residential-light commercial contracting; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to such residential-light commercial contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a residential-light commercial contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to residential-light commercial contractors, construction, workers´ compensation, insurance, and liens.

(c)

If the results of the applicant's examination are satisfactory to the residential contractor division, or he or she is exempted from the examination requirement under Code Section 43-41-8, and if he or she has met the other qualifications and requirements set forth in this Code section, then the residential contractor division shall issue to the applicant a license to engage in business as a residential contractor in this state, as provided in such license, in his or her own name as a sole proprietor, pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements set forth in Code Section 43-41-9. The residential contracting license shall indicate that the licensee is qualified as residential-light commercial.

(6)

Any otherwise qualified applicant failing this examination may be reexamined at any regularly scheduled examination within one year of the date of original application upon payment of a reexamination fee, in an amount to be set by the board, without need to resubmit an application, unless any information set forth in the previously submitted application is no longer accurate or complete. Anyone requesting to take the examination a third or subsequent time shall wait at least one calendar year after the taking of the last examination and shall submit an application with the appropriate examination fees.

(7)

A residential-light commercial contractor license shall be issued to an applicant who successfully completes the requirements therefore upon the payment of fees prescribed by the board.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 553-3-.02

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-41-5, 43-41-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a Residential-Light Commercial Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship" adopted. F. Oct. 14, 2005; eff. Nov. 3, 2005.

Amended: F. Dec. 1, 2005; eff. Dec. 21, 2005.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-3-.04 Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of Residential-Light Commercial Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-3-.04 Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of Residential-Light Commercial Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 553. RULES OF STATE LICENSING BOARD FOR RESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Chapter 553-3. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE - RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTOR DIVISION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 553-3-.04. Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of Residential-Light Commercial Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization

(1)

An individual person affiliated by ownership or employment with and acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization seeking to engage in the profession of residential-light commercial contracting in the name of the business organization in accordance with and pursuant to Code Section 43-41-9 shall file an application on a form provided by the residential contractor division, accompanied by an application fee as provided by the board.

(2)

Additionally, such applicants must submit to and successfully pass an examination prepared by the residential contractor division, except where an applicant is otherwise qualified for licensure and has satisfied the residential contractor division requirements and regulations for licensure pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8 exempting such applicant from the examination requirement or where the applicant is an individual acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization and has previously obtained and maintained continuously a license issued by the residential contractor division.

(3)

A person shall be eligible for licensure as a residential-light commercial contractor by the residential-light commercial subdivision if the person:

(a)

Is at least 21 years of age;

(b)

Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity;

(c)

Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

1.

Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a residential contractor, general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

2.

Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a residential contractor, general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

3.

Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a residential contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division; and

(d)

Has had significant responsibility for the successful performance and completion of at least two projects falling within the residence-light commercial category in the four years immediately preceding application. To prove "successful performance and completion" the applicant must include, together with the application for licensure, an appropriate reference letter from a Georgia registered architect, a designer, a licensed professional engineer (predominately practicing structural engineering), or any other reference acceptable to the subdivision.

(e)

In order to satisfactorily prove (a), (b), (c) and (d) above, each applicant must swear on the application for licensure that the applicant satisfies each requirement and submit satisfactory proof of such when and where directed to do so by the application. In completing and submitting the application to the residential contractor division, the applicant consents to the division performing a background check, including a criminal history, on the applicant if the division so chooses.

(4)

Before being entitled to take an examination or otherwise qualify for issuance of a license, an applicant must show to the satisfaction of the residential contractor division from the application and proofs furnished that the applicant is possessed of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility. In order to satisfactorily prove "financial responsibility", each applicant must submit satisfactory proof as required by the application for licensure. In addition, the application shall include a list of all persons, entities, and business organizations that the applicant will be affiliated with as a licensed residential contractor, whether by way of employment, ownership, serving as an owner or director, partnership, or membership or by serving as a qualifying agent under this chapter. Additionally, all applicants shall provide satisfactory proof of general liability insurance of not less than $500,000 for the residential-light commercial category and satisfactory proof of workers´ compensation insurance as required by the laws of this state in their name. All applicants shall also provide the federal taxpayer identification numbers of any business organization for which the applicant is seeking licensure as a qualifying agent. The decision of the residential contractor division as to the qualifications of applicants shall be conclusive. A certificate by the insurer or other appropriate evidence of such coverages shall be maintained with the residential contractor division and shall be a condition of renewal. A licensee, where acting as a qualifying agent on behalf of the business organization so qualified, must notify the residential contractor division in writing within 30 days of any changes in the information required to be on file with such division, including, but not limited to, the business organization's current mailing address, insurance coverages, and affiliated entities.

(5)

(a)

The residential contractor division shall conduct an examination of all qualified applicants, except those exempted from the examination requirement pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8.

(b)

The residential contractor division shall conduct an examination for applicants for residential-light commercial licenses for the purpose of determining a particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of residential-light commercial contracting; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to such residential-light commercial contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a residential-light commercial contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to residential-light commercial contractors, construction, workers´ compensation, insurance, and liens.

(c)

If the results of the applicant's examination are satisfactory to the residential contractor division, or he or she is exempted from the examination requirement under Code Section 43-41-8, and if he or she and any affiliated business organization has met the other qualifications and requirements set forth in this Code section, then the residential contractor division shall issue to the applicant a license to engage in business as a residential contractor in this state, as provided in such license, in his or her own name as a qualifying agent for the affiliated business organization and in the name of such business organization, pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements set forth in Code Section 43-41-9. The residential contracting license shall indicate that the licensee is qualified as residential-light commercial.

(6)

Any otherwise qualified applicant failing this examination may be reexamined at any regularly scheduled examination within one year of the date of original application upon payment of a reexamination fee, in an amount to be set by the board, without need to resubmit an application, unless any information set forth in the previously submitted application is no longer accurate or complete. Anyone requesting to take the examination a third or subsequent time shall wait at least one calendar year after the taking of the last examination and shall submit an application with the appropriate examination fees.

(7)

A residential-light commercial contractor license shall be issued to an applicant who successfully completes the requirements therefore upon the payment of fees prescribed by the board.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 553-3-.04

Authority: O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-41-5, 43-41-6.

History. Original Rule entitled "Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of Residential-Light Commercial Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization" adopted. F. Oct. 14, 2005; eff. Nov. 3, 2005.

Amended: F. Dec. 1, 2005; eff. Dec. 21, 2005.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.01 Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.01 Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 553. RULES OF STATE LICENSING BOARD FOR RESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Chapter 553-4. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE - GENERAL CONTRACTOR DIVISION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 553-4-.01. Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship

(1)

An individual person seeking issuance of a Georgia license in his or her own name for purposes of engaging in the profession of general contracting in his or her own name or doing business as an individual in a trade name as a sole proprietorship shall file an application on a form provided by the general contractor division, accompanied by an application fee as provided by the board.

(2)

Additionally, such applicants must submit to and successfully pass an examination approved by the general contractor division, except where an applicant is otherwise qualified for licensure and has satisfied the general contractor division requirements and regulations for licensure pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8 exempting such applicant from the examination requirement.

(3)

A person shall be eligible for licensure as a general contractor by the general contractor division if the person:

(a)

Is at least 21 years of age;

(b)

Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity, and financial responsibility; and

(c)

Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

1.

Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

2.

Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

3.

Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division and at least one of which shall have been in or relating to administration, marketing, accounting, estimating, drafting, engineering, supervision, or project management, or functions deemed substantially similar by the division.

(d)

In order to satisfactorily prove (a), (b) and (c) above, each applicant must swear on the application for licensure that the applicant satisfies each requirement and submit satisfactory proof of such when and where directed to do so by the application. Applicants seeking to engage in general contracting shall affirm a minimum net worth in the amount of $150,000. Additionally, in completing the application and submitting it to the general contractor division, the applicant consents to the division performing a background check, including a criminal history, on the applicant if the division so chooses.

(4)

Before being entitled to take an examination or otherwise qualify for issuance of a license, an applicant must show to the satisfaction of the general contractor division from the application and proofs furnished that the applicant is possessed of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility. Much proof of this will come as detailed in (3)(d) above. Additionally, the application shall include a list of all persons, entities, and business organizations that the applicant will be affiliated with as a licensed general contractor, whether by way of employment, ownership, serving as an owner or director, partnership, or membership or by serving as a qualifying agent under this chapter. Additionally, all applicants shall provide satisfactory proof of general liability insurance in an amount not less than $500,000 and of workers´ compensation insurance as required by the laws of this state in their name. All applicants shall also provide their social security numbers. Applicants shall also provide suitable verification of tax payments in a form and manner and for the duration prescribed by the general contractor division. Such proof of verification shall be submitted by the applicant as directed by the application for licensure and any form(s) that might accompany the application. The decision of the general contractor division as to the qualifications of applicants shall be conclusive. A certificate by the insurer or other appropriate evidence of such coverages shall be maintained with the general contractor division and shall be a condition of renewal. A licensee, on his or her own behalf, must notify the general contractor division in writing within 30 days of any changes in the information required to be on file with such division, including, but not limited to, the licensee's current mailing address, insurance coverages, and affiliated entities.

(5)

(a)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination of all qualified applicants, except those exempted from the examination requirement pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8.

(b)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination to ascertain the particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of commercial general contracting; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to the general contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a general contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to general contractors, construction, workers' compensation, insurance, surety bonding, and liens.

(c)

If the results of the applicant's examination are satisfactory to the general contractor division, or he or she is exempted from the examination requirement under Code Section 43-41-8, and if he or she has met the other qualifications and requirements set forth in this Code section, then the general contractor division shall issue to the applicant a license to engage in business as a general contractor in this state, as provided in such license, in his or her own name as a sole proprietor, pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements set forth in Code Section 43-41-9.

(6)

Any otherwise qualified applicant failing this examination may be reexamined at any regularly scheduled examination within one year of the date of original application upon payment of a reexamination fee, in an amount to be set by the board, without need to resubmit an application, unless any information set forth in the previously submitted application is no longer accurate or complete. Anyone requesting to take the examination a third or subsequent time shall wait at least one calendar year after the taking of the last examination and shall submit an application with the appropriate examination fees.

(7)

A general contractor license shall be issued to an applicant who successfully completes the requirements therefore upon the payment of fees prescribed by the board.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 553-4-.01

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-41-5(a)(7), 43-41-6(a),(d),(e), 43-41-9.

History. Original Rule entitled "Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship" adopted. F. Nov. 3, 2005; eff. Nov. 23, 2005.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. June 7, 2010; eff. June 27, 2010.

Note: Correction of typographical error in Rule title on SOS Rules and Regulations website, error discovered June 2019. "Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship" corrected to "Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship," as originally adopted. Effective July 2, 2019.

Amended: F. June 12, 2019; eff. July 2, 2019.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.02 Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of General Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.02 Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of General Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 553. RULES OF STATE LICENSING BOARD FOR RESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Chapter 553-4. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE - GENERAL CONTRACTOR DIVISION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 553-4-.02. Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of General Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization

(1)

An individual person affiliated by ownership or employment with and acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization seeking to engage in the profession of general contracting in the name of the business organization in accordance with and pursuant to Code Section 43-41-9 shall file an application on a form provided by the general contractor division, accompanied by an application fee as provided by the board.

(2)

Additionally, such applicants must submit to and successfully pass an examination approved by the general contractor division, except where an applicant is otherwise qualified for licensure and has satisfied the general contractor division requirements and regulations for licensure pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8 exempting such applicant from the examination requirement or where the applicant is an individual acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization and has previously obtained and maintained continuously a license issued by the general contractor division.

(3)

A person shall be eligible for licensure as a general contractor by the general contractor division if the person:

(a)

Is at least 21 years of age;

(b)

Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity and financial responsibility; and

(c)

Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

1.

Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

2.

Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

3.

Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division and at least one of which shall have been in or relating to administration, marketing, accounting, estimating, drafting, engineering, supervision, or project management, or functions deemed substantially similar by the division.

(d)

In order to satisfactorily prove (a), (b) and (c) above, each applicant must swear on the application for licensure that the applicant satisfies each requirement and submit satisfactory proof of such when and where directed to do so by the application. Applicants acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization seeking to engage in general contracting, shall affirm that the business organization possesses a minimum net worth in an amount of $150,000. Additionally, in completing the application and submitting it to the general contractor division, the applicant consents to the division performing a background check, including a criminal history, on the applicant if the division so chooses.

(4)

Before being entitled to take an examination or otherwise qualify for issuance of a license, an applicant must show to the satisfaction of the general contractor division from the application and proofs furnished that the applicant is possessed of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility. Much proof of this will come as detailed in (3)(d) above. Additionally, the application shall include a list of all persons, entities, and business organizations that the applicant will be affiliated with as a licensed general contractor, whether by way of employment, ownership, serving as an owner or director, partnership, or membership or by serving as a qualifying agent under this chapter. Additionally, all applicants shall provide satisfactory proof of general liability insurance in an amount not less than $500,000 and of workers´ compensation insurance as required by the laws of this state in their name. All applicants shall also provide the federal taxpayer identification numbers of any business organization for which the applicant is seeking licensure as a qualifying agent. Applicants shall also provide suitable verification of tax payments by the business organization in a form and manner and for the duration prescribed by the general contractor division. Such proof of verification shall be submitted by the applicant as directed by the application for licensure and any form(s) that might accompany the application. The decision of the general contractor division as to the qualifications of applicants shall be conclusive. A certificate by the insurer or other appropriate evidence of such coverages shall be maintained with the general contractor division and shall be a condition of renewal. A licensee, where acting as a qualifying agent on behalf of the business organization so qualified, must notify the general contractor division in writing within 30 days of any changes in the information required to be on file with such division, including, but not limited to, the business organization's current mailing address, insurance coverages, and affiliated entities.

(5)

(a)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination of all qualified applicants, except those exempted from the examination requirement pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8.

(b)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination to ascertain the particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of commercial general contracting; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to the general contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a general contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to general contractors, construction, workers' compensation, insurance, surety bonding, and liens.

(c)

If the results of the applicant's examination are satisfactory to the general contractor division, or he or she is exempted from the examination requirement under Code Section 43-41-8, and if he or she and any affiliated business organization has met the other qualifications and requirements set forth in this Code section, then the general contractor division shall issue to the applicant a license to engage in business as a general contractor in this state, as provided in such license, in his or her own name as a qualifying agent for the affiliated business organization and in the name of such business organization, pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements set forth in Code Section 43-41-9.

(6)

Any otherwise qualified applicant failing this examination may be reexamined at any regularly scheduled examination within one year of the date of original application upon payment of a reexamination fee, in an amount to be set by the board, without need to resubmit an application, unless any information set forth in the previously submitted application is no longer accurate or complete. Anyone requesting to take the examination a third or subsequent time shall wait at least one calendar year after the taking of the last examination and shall submit an application with the appropriate examination fees.

(7)

A general contractor license shall be issued to an applicant who successfully completes the requirements therefore upon the payment of fees prescribed by the board.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 553-4-.02

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-41-5(a)(7), 43-41-6(a),(d),(e), 43-41-9.

History. Original Rule entitled "Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of General Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization" adopted. F. Nov. 3, 2005; eff. Nov. 23, 2005.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. June 7, 2010; eff. June 27, 2010.

Amended: F. June 10, 2019; eff. June 30, 2019.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.05 Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship - General Contractor Limited Tier

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.05 Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship - General Contractor Limited Tier

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 553. RULES OF STATE LICENSING BOARD FOR RESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Chapter 553-4. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE - GENERAL CONTRACTOR DIVISION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 553-4-.05. Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship - General Contractor Limited Tier

(1)

An individual person seeking issuance of a Georgia license in his or her own name for purposes of engaging in the profession of general contracting at the general contracting limited tier in his or her own name or doing business as an individual in a trade name as a sole proprietorship shall file an application on a form provided by the general contractor division, accompanied by an application fee as provided by the board.

(2)

Additionally, such applicants must submit to and successfully pass an examination approved by the general contractor division unless exempted from examination pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 43-41-8.

(3)

A person shall be eligible for licensure as a general contractor limited tier by the general contractor division if the person:

(a)

Is at least 21 years of age;

(b)

Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity, and financial responsibility; and

(c)

Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

1.

Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

2.

Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

3.

Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division and at least one of which shall have been in or relating to administration, marketing, accounting, estimating, drafting, engineering, supervision, or project management, or functions deemed substantially similar by the division.

(d)

In order to satisfactorily prove (a), (b) and (c) above, each applicant must swear on the application for licensure that the applicant satisfies each requirement and submit satisfactory proof of such when directed to do so by the application. Applicants seeking to engage in limited tier general contracting shall affirm a minimum net worth in the amount of $25,000. Additionally, in completing the application and submitting it to the general contractor division, the applicant consents to the division performing a background check, including a criminal history, on the applicant if the division so chooses.

(4)

Before being entitled to take an examination or otherwise qualify for issuance of a license, an applicant must show to the satisfaction of the general contractor division from the application and proofs furnished that the applicant is possessed of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility. Much proof of this will come as detailed in (3)(d) above. Additionally, the application shall include a list of all persons, entities, and business organizations that the applicant will be affiliated with as a licensed general contractor, whether by way of employment, ownership, serving as an owner or director, partnership, or membership or by serving as a qualifying agent under this chapter. Additionally, all applicants shall provide satisfactory proof of general liability insurance in an amount not less than $500,000 and of workers´ compensation insurance as required by the laws of this state in their name. All applicants shall also provide their social security numbers. Applicants shall also provide suitable verification of tax payments in a form and manner and for the duration prescribed by the general contractor division. Such proof of verification shall be submitted by the applicant as directed by the application for licensure and any form(s) that might accompany the application. The decision of the general contractor division as to the qualifications of applicants shall be conclusive. A certificate by the insurer or other appropriate evidence of such coverages shall be maintained with the general contractor division and shall be a condition of renewal. A licensee, on his or her own behalf, must notify the general contractor division in writing within 30 days of any changes in the information required to be on file with such division, including, but not limited to, the licensee's current mailing address, insurance coverages, and affiliated entities.

(5)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination of all qualified applicants, except those exempted from the examination requirement pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8.

(a)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination to ascertain the particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of commercial general contracting; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to the general contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a general contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to general contractors, construction, workers' compensation, insurance, surety bonding, and liens.

(b)

If the results of the applicant's examination are satisfactory to the general contractor division, or he or she is exempted from the examination requirement under Code Section 43-41-8, and if he or she has met the other qualifications and requirements set forth in this Code section, then the general contractor division shall issue to the applicant a limited tier license to engage in business as a general contractor in this state, as provided in such license, in his or her own name as a sole proprietor, pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements set forth in Code Section 43-41-9.

(6)

Any otherwise qualified applicant failing this examination may be reexamined at any regularly scheduled examination within one year of the date of original application upon payment of a reexamination fee, in an amount to be set by the board, without need to resubmit an application, unless any information set forth in the previously submitted application is no longer accurate or complete. Anyone requesting to take the examination a third or subsequent time shall wait at least one calendar year after the taking of the last examination and shall submit an application with the appropriate examination fees.

(7)

Upon the payment of fees prescribed by the board, a limited tier general contractor license shall be issued to an applicant who successfully completes the requirements for licensure.

(8)

There is established a limited tier general contractor license type that is limited as to any contract of no more than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00).

(9)

In order to move from the General Contractor Limited tier to the General Contractor tier, a contractor must submit an application for the General Contractor license and meet the financial requirements and other requirements for that license type.

(10)

Any Change Orders as defined in O.C.G.A. § 36-91-2 may not exceed the maximum amount allowed per contract for a project to be completed.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 553-4-.05

Authority: O.C.G.A. § 43-41-5.

History. Original Rule entitled "Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship - General Contractor Limited Tier" adopted. F. May 8, 2008; eff. May 28, 2008.

Amended: F. Jan. 4, 2010; eff. Jan. 24, 2010.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. June 7, 2010; eff. June 27, 2010.

Amended: F. Mar. 29, 2019; eff. Apr. 18, 2019.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.06 Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of General Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization - General Contractor Limited Tier

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 553-4-.06 Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of General Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization - General Contractor Limited Tier

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 553. RULES OF STATE LICENSING BOARD FOR RESIDENTIAL AND GENERAL CONTRACTORS

Chapter 553-4. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LICENSURE - GENERAL CONTRACTOR DIVISION

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 553-4-.06. Licensure Requirements for an Individual Acting as a Qualifying Agent for a Business Organization Seeking to Engage in the Profession of General Contracting in the Name of the Business Organization - General Contractor Limited Tier

(1)

An individual person affiliated by ownership or employment with and acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization seeking to engage in the profession of general contracting at the general contracting limited tier in the name of the business organization in accordance with and pursuant to Code Section 43-41-9 shall file an application on a form provided by the general contractor division, accompanied by an application fee as provided by the board.

(2)

Additionally, such applicants must submit to and successfully pass an examination approved by the general contractor division unless exempted from examination pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 43-41-8.

(3)

A person shall be eligible for licensure as a general contractor limited tier by the general contractor division if the person:

(a)

Is at least 21 years of age;

(b)

Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity and financial responsibility; and

(c)

Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

1.

Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

2.

Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

3.

Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division and at least one of which shall have been in or relating to administration, marketing, accounting, estimating, drafting, engineering, supervision, or project management, or functions deemed substantially similar by the division.

(d)

In order to satisfactorily prove (a), (b) and (c) above, each applicant must swear on the application for licensure that the applicant satisfies each requirement and submit satisfactory proof of such when and where directed to do so by the application. Applicants acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization seeking to engage in limited tier general contracting, shall affirm that the business organization possesses minimum net worth in an amount of $25,000. Additionally, in completing the application and submitting it to the general contractor division, the applicant consents to the division performing a background check, including a criminal history, on the applicant if the division so chooses.

(4)

Before being entitled to take an examination or otherwise qualify for issuance of a license, an applicant must show to the satisfaction of the general contractor division from the application and proofs furnished that the applicant is possessed of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility. Much proof of this will come as detailed in (3)(d) above. Additionally, the application shall include a list of all persons, entities, and business organizations that the applicant will be affiliated with as a licensed general contractor, whether by way of employment, ownership, serving as an owner or director, partnership, or membership or by serving as a qualifying agent under this chapter. Additionally, all applicants shall provide satisfactory proof of general liability insurance in an amount not less than $500,000 and of workers´ compensation insurance as required by the laws of this state in their name. All applicants shall also provide the federal taxpayer identification numbers of any business organization for which the applicant is seeking licensure as a qualifying agent. Applicants shall also provide suitable verification of tax payments by the business organization in a form and manner and for the duration prescribed by the general contractor division. Such proof of verification shall be submitted by the applicant as directed by the application for licensure and any form(s) that might accompany the application. The decision of the general contractor division as to the qualifications of applicants shall be conclusive. A certificate by the insurer or other appropriate evidence of such coverages shall be maintained with the general contractor division and shall be a condition of renewal. A licensee, where acting as a qualifying agent on behalf of the business organization so qualified, must notify the general contractor division in writing within 30 days of any changes in the information required to be on file with such division, including, but not limited to, the business organization's current mailing address, insurance coverages, and affiliated entities.

(5)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination of all qualified applicants, except those exempted from the examination requirement pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8.

(a)

The general contractor division shall cause to be conducted an examination to ascertain the particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of commercial general contracting; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to the general contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a general contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to general contractors, construction, workers' compensation, insurance, surety bonding, and liens.

(b)

If the results of the applicant's examination are satisfactory to the general contractor division, or he or she is exempted from the examination requirement under Code Section 43-41-8, and if he or she and any affiliated business organization has met the other qualifications and requirements set forth in this Code section, then the general contractor division shall issue to the applicant a limited tier license to engage in business as a general contractor in this state, as provided in such license, in his or her own name as a qualifying agent for the affiliated business organization and in the name of such business organization, pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements set forth in Code Section 43-41-9.

(6)

Any otherwise qualified applicant failing this examination may be reexamined at any regularly scheduled examination within one year of the date of original application upon payment of a reexamination fee, in an amount to be set by the board, without need to resubmit an application, unless any information set forth in the previously submitted application is no longer accurate or complete. Anyone requesting to take the examination a third or subsequent time shall wait at least one calendar year after the taking of the last examination and shall submit an application with the appropriate examination fees.

(7)

Upon the payment of fees prescribed by the board, a limited tier general contractor license shall be issued to an applicant who successfully completes the requirements for licensure.

(8)

There is established a limited tier general contractor license type that is limited as to any contract of no more than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00).

(9)

In order to move from the General Contractor Limited tier to the General Contractor tier, a contractor must submit an application for the General Contractor license and meet the financial requirements and other requirements for that license type.

(10)

Any Change Orders as defined in O.C.G.A. § 36-91-2 may not exceed the maximum amount allowed per contract for a project to be completed.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 553-4-.06

Authority: O.C.G.A. § 43-41-5.

History. Original Rule entitled "Licensure Requirements for an Individual to Practice as a General Contractor in the Individual's Own Name or Doing Business as an Individual in a Trade Name or as a Sole Proprietorship - General Contractor Limited Tier" adopted. F. May 8, 2008; eff. May 28, 2008.

Amended: F. Jan. 4, 2010; eff. Jan. 24, 2010.

Repealed: New Rule of same title adopted. F. June 7, 2010; eff. June 27, 2010.

Amended: F. Mar. 29, 2019; eff. Apr. 18, 2019.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r 620-3-.01

(1) All applications for licenses, certification and employee registration shall be made on the appropriate form required by the Commission and submitted to the Secretary, Structural Pest Control Commission, Georgia Department of Agriculture, Capitol Square, Atlanta, Georgia 30334.

(2) All licenses, certifications, employee registrations, and research fees, shall be for a period of two (2) years or fraction thereof and shall expire on June 30 in each odd numbered year. The two (2) year fee must be submitted, by check, money order or electronic fund transfer, with the application in the appropriate amount based upon the following: Company License $100.00 Research Fee per Company License $70.00 Operator Certification $100.00 Employee Registration $10.00 Duplicate Registration Card $10.00 Duplicate License (Sub Office) $10.00 If an application and fee for renewal of any license, certification or employee registration is not received by the Secretary on or before its expiration date, the above fees shall double and shall be paid before a renewal is issued. No Company License shall be issued or renewed for any license period until the research fee has been paid, and the research fee shall not be subject to any late penalty. In no case shall a certification or license be renewed after more than ninety (90) days from the June 30 expiration date without reexamination or reapplication, nor shall any license be renewed or reissued within the two (2) year license period without payment of the double fee. When the research fees collected for any two year license period amount to $90,000, the Secretary shall forward such amount to the Chairman of the Entomology Division of the University of Georgia, covering $45,000 for each of the two fiscal years within that license period.

(3) Application for certification examination shall be submitted to the Secretary. An examination fee of forty five (45) dollars per category shall be required each time an examination is taken. If applicant fails part or all of the initial examination, he may retake the failed part(s) of the examination, upon reapplication and payment of another forty (45) dollars per category fee. If applicant fails the second examination, he may not subsequently retake the examination until one full year has elapsed since the examination was last taken. The payment of all examination fees shall be by check, money order or electronic fund transfer.

(4) Before being approved for taking the examination, the applicant must provide the Commission with satisfactory evidence of his or her qualifications including one of the following: (a) Two (2) years of actual service experience as an employer, employee or owner-operator in the Structural Pest Control category(ies) in which certification is sought. One (1) year shall have been within the last five (5) years. Specialized category training under university or college supervision may be substituted for practical experience at the ratio of one year of training for one-fourth year experience. Applicants for examination in the category of fumigation shall submit a list, with the application for examination, of at least 6 fumigation treatments in which the applicant participated. (b) A degree from a recognized College or University with advanced training or a major in entomology, sanitary or public health engineering, or related subjects and one (1) year of actual service experience within the last five years under appropriate supervision in the category(ies) in which certification is sought.

(5) Any person whose certification has previously been suspended or canceled for any reason other than failure to earn the required hours of recertification training credit shall apply in person to the Commission before he or she may retake the examination.

(6) Applicants shall demonstrate competency in the use and handling of pesticides as determined by an appropriate and written examination, covering standards set forth in Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Paragraphs 171.4(b), 171.4(c)(7), and 171.6, as applicable by scoring a grade of at least seventy (70%) on the general section and each category section in which certification is sought.

(7) All licenses shall be displayed in a conspicuous place in the licensed office and the duplicate in the sub-office. All operators and employees shall carry their certification and registration cards on their person at all times when they are soliciting or performing pest control.

(8) A person who has passed the examination(s) must apply for and complete the requirements for certification within ninety (90) days of the date he or she is notified of passing the examination(s), otherwise, reexamination will be required.

O.C.G.A. § 43-14-3

(a) There is created within the executive branch of state government the State Construction Industry Licensing Board. The board shall be assigned to the Secretary of State's office for administrative purposes and shall be under the jurisdiction of the division director.

(b) The board shall be composed of 27 members as follows:

(1) Five members known as the Division of Electrical Contractors, one of whom shall be a consulting engineer engaged in electrical practice, another of whom shall be the chief electrical inspector of a county or municipality and shall have served in such office for five years immediately preceding appointment to the board, and the remaining three of whom shall be engaged in the electrical contracting business;

(2) Five members known as the Division of Master Plumbers and Journeyman Plumbers, one of whom shall be a full-time plumbing inspector of a county or municipality, three of whom shall be master or contracting plumbers, and one of whom shall be a journeyman plumber;

(3) Five members known as the Division of Conditioned Air Contractors, one of whom shall be a licensed professional engineer engaged in mechanical practice, one of whom shall be the chief conditioned air inspector of a county or municipality, and three of whom shall be conditioned air contractors with more than five years of installation and service experience in the trade;

(4) Five members known as the Division of Low-voltage Contractors, one of whom shall be an alarm system low-voltage contractor, one of whom shall be an unrestricted low-voltage contractor, one of whom shall be a telecommunication system low-voltage contractor, one of whom shall be a professional electrical engineer, and one of whom shall be the chief electrical inspector of a county or municipality;

(5) Five members known as the Division of Utility Contractors, three of whom shall be utility contractors, one of whom shall be a registered professional engineer, and one of whom shall be an insurance company representative engaged primarily in the bonding of construction projects; and

(6) Two members who shall not have any connection with the electrical contracting, plumbing, or conditioned air contracting businesses whatsoever but who shall have a recognized interest in consumer affairs and consumer protection concerns.

(c) All members shall be appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the Senate, for four-year terms.

(d) A member shall serve until a successor has been duly appointed and qualified.

(e) The Governor shall make appointments to fill the unexpired portions of any terms vacated for any reason. In making such appointments, the Governor shall preserve the composition of the board as required by this chapter. Members shall be eligible for reappointment.

(f) Any appointive member who, during his or her term, shall cease to meet the qualifications for original appointment shall thereby forfeit membership on the board.

(g) Each member of the board shall take an oath of office before the Governor to faithfully perform the duties of such office.

(h) The Governor may remove any member for failure to attend meetings, neglect of duty, incompetence, revocation or suspension of professional trade license, or other dishonorable conduct.

(i) Members of the board shall be reimbursed as provided for in subsection (f) of Code Section 43-1-2.

O.C.G.A. § 43-14-6

(a) The Division of Electrical Contractors, with respect to applicants for a license to engage in or licensees engaging in the business of electrical contracting; the Division of Master Plumbers and Journeyman Plumbers, with respect to applicants for a license to engage in or licensees engaging in the business of plumbing as master plumbers or journeyman plumbers; the Division of Low-voltage Contractors, with respect to applicants for a license to engage in or licensees engaging in the business of low-voltage contracting; the Division of Utility Contractors with respect to applicants for a license to engage in or licensees engaging in the business of utility contracting and with respect to applicants for a certificate to be a utility manager or utility foreman or holders of a utility manager or utility foreman certificate; and the Division of Conditioned Air Contractors, with respect to applicants for a license to engage in or licensees engaging in the business of conditioned air contracting, shall:

(1) Approve examinations for all applicants for licenses or certificates, except for utility contractor licenses and utility foreman certificates. The Division of Electrical Contractors shall approve separate examinations for Class I and Class II licenses. Class I licenses shall be restricted to electrical contracting involving multifamily structures of not more than two levels or single-family dwellings of up to three levels. In addition, the structures shall have single-phase electrical installations which do not exceed 400 amperes at the service drop or the service lateral. Class II licenses shall be unrestricted. The Division of Master Plumbers and Journeyman Plumbers shall approve separate examinations for Master Plumber Class I, Master Plumber Class II, and Journeyman Plumbers. Master Plumber Class I licenses shall be restricted to plumbing involving single-family dwellings and one-level dwellings designed for not more than two families and commercial structures not to exceed 10,000 square feet in area. Master Plumber Class II licenses shall be unrestricted. The Division of Conditioned Air Contractors shall approve separate examinations for Class I and Class II licenses. Class I licenses shall be restricted to the installation, repair, or service of conditioned air systems or equipment not exceeding 175,000 BTU (net) of heating and five tons (60,000 BTU) of cooling. Class II licenses shall be unrestricted. The Division of Low-voltage Contractors shall approve separate examinations for Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-A, Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-T, Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-U, and Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-G. Class LV-A licenses shall be restricted to alarm and general system low-voltage contracting, Class LV-T licenses shall be restricted to telecommunication and general system low-voltage contracting, Class LV-G licenses shall be restricted to general system low-voltage contracting, and Class LV-U licenses shall be unrestricted and permit the performance of alarm, telecommunication, and general system low-voltage contracting;

(2) Register and license or grant a certificate and issue renewal licenses and renewal certificates biennially to all persons meeting the qualifications for a license or certificate. The following licenses or certificates shall be issued by the divisions:

(A) Electrical Contractor Class I;

(B) Electrical Contractor Class II;

(C) Master Plumber Class I;

(D) Master Plumber Class II;

(E) Journeyman Plumber;

(F) Conditioned Air Contractor Class I;

(G) Conditioned Air Contractor Class II;

(H) Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-A;

(I) Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-T;

(J) Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-G;

(K) Low-voltage Contractor Class LV-U;

(L) Utility Contractor; Class A;

(M) Utility Contractor; Class B;

(N) Utility Contractor; Class U;

(O) Utility Manager (certificate); and

(P) Utility Foreman (certificate);

(3) Investigate, with the aid of the division director, alleged violations of this chapter or other laws and rules and regulations of the board relating to the profession;

(4) After notice and hearing, have the power to reprimand any person, licensee, or certificate holder, or to suspend, revoke, or cancel the license or certificate of or refuse to grant, renew, or restore a license or certificate to any person, licensee, or certificate holder upon any one of the following grounds:

(A) The commission of any false, fraudulent, or deceitful act or the use of any forged, false, or fraudulent document in connection with the license or certificate requirements of this chapter or the rules and regulations of the board;

(B) Failure at any time to comply with the requirements for a license or certificate under this chapter or the rules and regulations of the board;

(C) Habitual intemperance in the use of alcoholic spirits, narcotics, or stimulants to such an extent as to render the license or certificate holder unsafe or unfit to practice any profession licensed or certified under this chapter;

(D) Engaging in any dishonorable or unethical conduct likely to deceive, defraud, or harm the public;

(E) Knowingly performing any act which in any way assists an unlicensed or noncertified person to practice such profession;

(F) Violating, directly or indirectly, or assisting in or abetting any violation of any provision of this chapter or any rule or regulation of the board;

(G) The performance of any faulty, inadequate, inefficient, or unsafe electrical, plumbing, low-voltage contracting, utility contracting, or conditioned air contracting likely to endanger life, health, or property. The performance of any work that does not comply with the standards set by state codes or by local codes in jurisdictions where such codes are adopted, provided that such local codes are as stringent as the state codes, or by other codes or regulations which have been adopted by the board, shall be prima-facie evidence of the faulty, inadequate, inefficient, or unsafe character of such electrical, plumbing, low-voltage contracting, utility contracting, or conditioned air contracting; provided, however, that the board, in its sole discretion, for good cause shown and under such conditions as it may prescribe, may restore a license to any person whose license has been suspended or revoked;

(H) With respect to utility contractors, the bidding by such a utility contractor in excess of license coverage; or

(I) With respect to utility contractors, violations of Chapter 9 of Title 25;

(5) Review amendments to or revisions in the state minimum standard codes as prepared pursuant to Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 2 of Title 8; and the Department of Community Affairs shall be required to provide to the division director a copy of any amendment to or revision in the state minimum standard codes at least 45 days prior to the adoption thereof; and

(6) Do all other things necessary and proper to exercise their powers and perform their duties in accordance with this chapter.

(b) The Division of Electrical Contractors may also provide, by rules and regulations, for the issuance of certificates of competency pertaining to financial responsibility and financial disclosure; provided, however, that such rules and regulations are adopted by the board. The division shall issue certificates of competency and renewal certificates to persons meeting the qualifications therefor.

(c) The divisions mentioned in subsection (a) of this Code section shall also hear appeals resulting from the suspension of licenses by an approved municipal or county licensing or inspection authority pursuant to Code Section 43-14-12.

(d) (1) The Division of Conditioned Air Contractors shall be authorized to require persons seeking renewal of Conditioned Air Contractor Class I and Class II licenses to complete board approved continuing education of not more than four hours annually. The division shall be authorized to approve courses offered by institutions of higher learning, vocational technical schools, and trade, technical, or professional organizations; provided, however, that continuing education courses or programs related to conditioned air contracting provided or conducted by public utilities, equipment manufacturers, or institutions under the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia shall constitute acceptable continuing professional education programs for the purposes of this subsection. Continuing education courses or programs shall be in the areas of safety, technological advances, business management, or government regulation. Courses or programs conducted by manufacturers specifically to promote their products shall not be approved.

(2) All provisions of this subsection relating to continuing professional education shall be administered by the division.

(3) The division shall be authorized to waive the continuing education requirements in cases of hardship, disability, or illness or under such other circumstances as the board deems appropriate.

(4) The division shall be authorized to promulgate rules and regulations to implement and ensure compliance with the requirements of this Code section.

(5) The continuing education requirements of this subsection shall not be required of any licensed conditioned air contractor who is a registered professional engineer.

(6) This Code section shall apply to each licensing and renewal cycle which begins after the 1990-1991 renewal.

(e) (1) The Division of Electrical Contractors shall be authorized to require persons seeking renewal of Electrical Contractor Class I and Class II licenses to complete board approved continuing education of not more than four hours annually. The division shall be authorized to approve courses offered by institutions of higher learning, vocational-technical schools, and trade, technical, or professional organizations; provided, however, that continuing education courses or programs related to electrical contracting provided or conducted by public utilities, equipment manufacturers, or institutions under the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia shall constitute acceptable continuing professional education programs for the purposes of this subsection. Continuing education courses or programs conducted by manufacturers specifically to promote their products shall not be approved.

(2) The division shall be authorized to waive the continuing education requirements in cases of hardship, disability, or illness or under such other circumstances as the division deems appropriate.

(f) (1) The Division of Utility Contractors shall be authorized to require persons seeking renewal of utility foreman certificates and utility manager certificates issued under this chapter to complete board approved continuing education of not more than four hours annually. The division shall be authorized to approve courses offered by institutions of higher learning, vocational-technical schools, and trade, technical, or professional organizations; provided, however, that continuing education courses or programs related to utility contracting provided or conducted by institutions under the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia shall constitute acceptable continuing professional education programs for the purposes of this subsection.

(2) The division shall be authorized to waive the continuing education requirements in cases of hardship, disability, or illness or under such other circumstances as the division deems appropriate.

(g) (1) The Division of Master Plumbers and Journeyman Plumbers shall be authorized to require persons seeking renewal of Journeyman Plumber, Master Plumber Class I, and Master Plumber Class II licenses to complete board approved continuing education of not more than four hours annually. The division shall be authorized to approve courses offered by institutions of higher learning, vocational-technical schools, and trade, technical, or professional organizations; provided, however, that continuing education courses or programs related to plumbing provided or conducted by institutions under the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia shall constitute acceptable continuing professional education programs for the purposes of this subsection.

(2) The division shall be authorized to waive the continuing education requirements in cases of hardship, disability, or illness or under such other circumstances as the division deems appropriate.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-10

(a) For the purpose of determining whether an applicant has acquired the experience required under Code Section 43-15-8 or 43-15-9:

(1) Responsible charge of engineering teaching may, in the board's sole discretion, be considered as responsible charge of engineering work;

(2) The satisfactory completion of each academic year of an approved course in engineering or engineering technology in a school or college approved by the board, without graduation, may be considered as equivalent to a year of engineering experience;

(3) Partial credit may be granted by the board for the successful completion of one or more scholastic years of a four-year engineering curriculum in a school or college not approved by the board or in a curriculum in related science in a school or college approved by the board. The degree of credit shall be determined by the board upon consideration of the mathematics, science, and engineering courses completed by the applicant;

(4) No applicant shall receive experience credit for more than four years of undergraduate education; and

(5) The satisfactory completion of graduate study in an approved engineering curriculum may, in the board's sole discretion, be credited for not more than one year's experience.

(b) The execution, as a contractor, of work designed by a professional engineer or the supervision of the construction of such work as foreman, inspector, or superintendent shall not be deemed to be engineering experience unless such work involves the application of engineering principles and the applicant presents evidence of additional engineering experience of a character satisfactory to the board and indicating the applicant is competent to be placed in responsible charge of engineering work.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-11

An applicant for the professional engineer's examination shall designate the special branch of engineering in which the applicant proposes to engage. The scope of the professional engineer's examination administered to him shall be prescribed by the board with respect to that branch of engineering, with special reference to the applicant's ability to design and supervise engineering work so as to ensure the safety of life, health, and property.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-15

(a) Applications for certificates and for certificates of registration shall be made under oath to the board and shall contain such information in the form and manner as shall be prescribed by the board. The application shall be accompanied by a fee in an amount prescribed by the board.

(b) No individual shall be eligible for a certificate or a certificate of registration under this chapter who is not of good character and reputation.

(c) If the board denies an application on the ground that the applicant lacks the requisite experience to admit him to the examination, the board may impose on the applicant a period of deferment on the filing of a new application, during which period the board shall not be required to accept for filing a new application by the applicant. The period of deferment shall not exceed the time reasonably required to acquire the requisite experience.

(d) An application shall contain the names of not less than five persons, not related to the applicant by blood or marriage, of whom at least three shall be professional engineers or land surveyors having personal knowledge of the experience on which the applicant predicates his qualifications.

(e) Experience required under this chapter shall be of a character and nature approved by the board and consistent with the purposes of this chapter.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-16

(a) The board may, in its discretion, upon application therefor and the payment of a fee prescribed by the board, issue a certificate of registration as a professional engineer to any individual who holds a certificate of qualification or registration issued to him by proper authority of the National Council of Engineering Examiners or of any state or territory or possession of the United States if the requirements of the registration of professional engineers under which the certificate of qualification or registration was issued do not conflict with this chapter and are of a standard not lower than that specified in this chapter or if the applicant held such certificate on or before July 1, 1956. The fact that the statute under which the individual was issued a certificate of qualification or registration in another state does not provide that the required written examination be passed subsequent to the acquisition of the required experience shall not be deemed as a conflict with, or lower than, the Georgia requirements, provided that the written examination and the amount of experience required for registration are substantially equivalent to the Georgia requirements.

(b) The board may, in its discretion, upon application therefor and the payment of a fee prescribed by the board, issue a certificate of registration as a land surveyor to any person who holds a certificate of registration to practice land surveying issued by a state or territory or possession of the United States obtained:

(1) By written examination of not less than eight hours in duration prior to July 1, 1968;

(2) By written examination of not less than 16 hours in duration prior to July 1, 1978; or

(3) Under qualifications comparable to those prescribed by this chapter; and

in addition passes a written examination on the laws of Georgia relating to land surveying (land surveyor examination).

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-18

(a) In the case of a registered professional engineer, the certificate of registration shall authorize the practice of professional engineering. In the case of a registered land surveyor, the certificate of registration shall authorize the practice of land surveying. A certificate of registration shall show the full name of the registrant, shall have a serial number, and shall be signed by the chairman of the board and the division director under the seal of the board.

(b) The issuance of a certificate of registration by the board shall be evidence that the person named therein is entitled to all the rights and privileges of a registered professional engineer or a registered land surveyor, as the case may be, as long as the certificate remains unrevoked, unexpired, or unaffected by other discipline imposed by the board.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-19

(a) The board shall have the power, after notice and hearing, to deny any application made to it, to revoke or suspend any certificate or certificate of registration issued by it, or to reprimand any person holding a certificate or certificate of registration issued by it, upon the following grounds:

(1) Commission of any fraud or deceit in obtaining a certificate or certificate of registration;

(2) Any gross negligence, incompetency, or unprofessional conduct in the practice of professional engineering or land surveying as a registered professional engineer or land surveyor;

(3) Affixing a seal to any plan, specification, plat, or report contrary to Code Section 43-15-22;

(4) Conviction of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude in the courts of this state, the United States, or of any state or territory of the United States or the conviction of an offense in another jurisdiction which, if committed in this state, would be deemed a felony. "Conviction" shall include a finding or verdict of guilt, a plea of guilty, or a plea of nolo contendere in a criminal proceeding, regardless of whether the adjudication of guilt or sentence is withheld or not entered thereon pursuant to Article 3 of Chapter 8 of Title 42 or any comparable rule or statute; or

(5) Any violation of this chapter or any rule or regulation promulgated by the board pursuant to the powers conferred on it by this chapter.

(b) "Unprofessional conduct," as referred to in paragraph (2) of subsection (a) of this Code section, includes a violation of those standards of professional conduct for professional engineers and land surveyors adopted by the board pursuant to the power conferred upon it to promulgate rules and regulations to effectuate the duties and powers conferred on it by this chapter.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-2

As used in this chapter, the term:

(1) "Board" means the State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

(2) "Certificate" means any certificate issued under Code Section 43-15-8 or 43-15-12.

(3) "Certificate of registration" means any certificate issued under Code Section 43-15-9, 43-15-13, or 43-15-16.

(4) "Current certificate of registration" means a certificate of registration which has not expired or been revoked and the rights under which have not been suspended or otherwise restricted by the board.

(5) "Engineer-in-training" means an individual who meets the qualifications for and to whom the board has duly issued an engineer-in-training certificate.

(6) "Land surveying" means any service, work, or practice, the adequate performance of which requires the application of special knowledge of the principles of mathematics, the related physical and applied sciences, and the requirements of relevant law in the evaluation and location of property rights, as applied to:

(A) Measuring and locating lines, angles, elevations, natural and manmade features in the air, on the surface of the earth, in underground works, and on the beds of bodies of water, for the purpose of determining and reporting positions, topography, areas, and volumes;

(B) Establishing or reestablishing, locating or relocating, or setting or resetting of monumentation for any property, easement, or right of way boundaries, or the boundary of any estate or interest therein;

(C) The platting and layout of lands and subdivisions thereof, including alignment and grades of streets and roads, excluding thoroughfares;

(D) The design, platting, and layout, incidental to subdivisions of any tract of land by a land surveyor, of:

(i) Grading plans and site plans;

(ii) Erosion and sediment control plans, including detention ponds, provided that no impoundment shall be designed on a live (perennial) stream; provided, further, that such detention ponds:

(I) Contain no more than five acre-feet of water storage at maximum pool (top of dam) or are no more than ten feet in height for a dry storage pond;

(II) Are no more than six feet in height for a permanent (wet) storage pond; or

(III) Contain no more than three acre-feet of water storage at maximum pool (top of dam) if the height is more than ten feet but less than 13 feet for a dry storage pond;

(iii) Storm water management plans and facilities, including hydrologic studies and temporary sediment basins, provided that the contributing drainage area shall not be larger than 100 acres; and

(iv) Extension of existing water distribution piping and gravity sewers, eight inches in diameter or smaller, provided that off-site length shall not exceed 1,000 feet, the design and construction of which shall conform to the local government ordinances and regulations, and such extensions shall be subjected to the review and approval of a local government which has been delegated approval authority by the Environmental Protection Division of the Department of Natural Resources;

(E) Conducting horizontal and vertical control surveys, layout or stake-out of proposed construction, or the preparation of as-built surveys which relate to property, easement, or right of way boundaries;

(F) Utilization of measurement devices or systems, such as aerial photogrammetry, geodetic positioning systems, land information systems, or similar technology for evaluation or location of property, easement, or right of way boundaries; or

(G) The preparation and perpetuation of maps, record plats, drawings, exhibits, field notes, or property descriptions representing these services.

(7) "Land surveyor" means an individual who is qualified to engage in the practice of land surveying and who possesses a current certificate of registration as a land surveyor issued by the board. A person shall be construed to practice or offer to practice land surveying within the meaning of this chapter who by verbal claim, sign, advertisement, letterhead, cards, or in any other way represents or holds himself or herself out as able or qualified to perform or who does perform any of the services defined as land surveying.

(8) "Land surveyor-in-training" means an individual who meets the qualifications for and to whom the board has duly issued a certificate as a land surveyor-in-training.

(9) "Person" means an individual and any legal or commercial entity, including, by way of illustration and not limitation, a partnership, corporation, association, or governmental agency.

(10) "Professional engineer" means an individual who is qualified, by reason of knowledge of mathematics, the physical sciences, and the principles by which mechanical properties of matter are made useful to man in structures and machines, acquired by professional education and practical experience, to engage in the practice of professional engineering and who possesses a current certificate of registration as a professional engineer issued by the board.

(11) "Professional engineering" means the practice of the art and sciences, known as engineering, by which mechanical properties of matter are made useful to man in structures and machines and shall include any professional service, such as consultation, investigation, evaluation, planning, designing, or responsible supervision of construction or operation, in connection with any public or private utilities, structures, buildings, machines, equipment, processes, works, or projects, wherein the public welfare or the safeguarding of life, health, or property is concerned or involved, when such professional service requires the application of engineering principles and data and training in the application of mathematical and physical sciences. A person shall be construed to practice or offer to practice professional engineering, within the meaning of this chapter who by verbal claim, sign, advertisement, letterhead, card, or in any other way represents or holds himself out as a professional engineer or engineer or as able or qualified to perform engineering services or who does perform any of the services set out in this paragraph. Nothing contained in this chapter shall include the work ordinarily performed by persons who operate or maintain machinery or equipment.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-21

(a) The board, or its delegate, in its sole discretion, may issue a temporary permit to a person who is not a resident of and who has no established place of business in this state, or who has recently become a resident thereof, to permit him, in accordance with the conditions of the temporary permit, to practice or offer to practice engineering in this state if:

(1) An application for a certificate of registration has been filed with the board and the fee required by this chapter has been paid;

(2) The applicant is legally qualified to practice such profession in the state or country of the applicant's residence or former residence; and

(3) The requirements and qualifications for obtaining a certificate of registration in that jurisdiction are not lower than those specified in this chapter.

(b) An application under subsection (a) of this Code section shall be made to the board in writing, containing such information and in the form and manner as shall be prescribed by the board.

(c) The temporary permit shall continue only for such time as the board requires for the consideration of the application for registration. The temporary permit shall contain such conditions with respect to the scope of the permission granted as the board deems necessary or desirable.

(d) Plans, specifications, plats, and reports issued by a person holding a temporary permit shall bear his signature and a stamp containing his name, business address, and "Georgia Professional Engineer Temporary Permit No. ." The signature and stamp shall be affixed only in accordance with the requirements of subsection (b) of Code Section 43-15-22.

(e) A person who has obtained a temporary permit and practices in accordance therewith is deemed to be a professional engineer for purposes of this chapter, but a temporary permit shall not be deemed to be a registration under any provision of this chapter, including, by way of illustration and not limitation, Code Section 43-15-23.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-22

(a) Every engineer and land surveyor registered under this chapter shall, upon receipt of a certificate of registration, obtain a seal of the design authorized by the board, bearing the registrant's name, certificate number, and the legend "Registered Professional Engineer," or "Registered Land Surveyor," in accordance with the certificate of registration.

(b) Plans, specifications, plats, and reports issued by a registrant shall be stamped or sealed and countersigned by the registrant; but it shall be unlawful for the registrant or any other person to stamp or seal any document with such seal after the certificate of the registrant named thereon has expired, or has been revoked, or during the period of any suspension imposed by the board. No plans, specifications, plats, or reports shall be stamped with the seal of a registrant unless such registrant has personally performed the engineering or land surveying work involved or, when the registrant has not personally performed the engineering or land surveying work reflected in any plan, specification, plat, or report, such registrant has affixed his or her seal thereto only if such document has been prepared by an employee or employees under the registrant's direct supervisory control on a daily basis and after the registrant has thoroughly reviewed the work embodied in such document and has satisfied himself or herself completely that such work is adequate.

(c) No registrant shall affix his seal to any plan, specification, plat, or report unless he has assumed the responsibility for the accuracy and adequacy of the work involved.

(d) Any registrant who has affixed his or her seal to any plan, specification, plat, or report prepared by another person not under the registrant's direct supervisory control on a daily basis, and without having thoroughly reviewed such work, shall be deemed to have committed a fraudulent act of misconduct in the practice of professional engineering or land surveying.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-23

(a) The practice of or offer to practice professional engineering, as defined in this chapter, by individual professional engineers registered under this chapter through a firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or other entity offering engineering services to the public or by a firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or other entity offering engineering services to the public through individual registered professional engineers as agents, employees, officers, members, or partners is permitted subject to the provisions of this chapter; provided, however, that one or more of the principals, officers, members, or partners of said firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or other entity and all personnel of such firm, corporation, partnership, association, or entity who act in its behalf as professional engineers in this state shall be registered as provided in this chapter; and further provided that said firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or entity has been issued a certificate of authorization by the board as provided in this chapter.

(b) A firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or other entity desiring a certificate of authorization shall file with the board an application upon a form to be prescribed by the board and accompanied by the registration fee prescribed by the board.

(c) (1) A corporation or professional corporation shall file with the board, using a form provided by the board, the names and addresses of all officers and board members of the corporation, including the principal officer or officers duly registered to practice professional engineering in this state and of an individual or individuals duly registered to practice professional engineering within this state who shall be in responsible charge of the practice of professional engineering in this state by said corporation.

(2) A partnership shall file with the board, using a form provided by the board, the names and addresses of all partners of the partnership, including the partner or partners duly registered to practice professional engineering in this state and of an individual or individuals duly registered to practice professional engineering in this state who shall be in responsible charge of the practice of professional engineering in this state by said partnership.

(3) Any firm, limited liability company, association, or entity which is not a corporation, professional corporation, or partnership shall file with the board, using a form provided by the board, the names and addresses of all principals or members of the firm, association, or entity duly registered to practice professional engineering in this state who shall be in responsible charge of the practice of professional engineering in this state by said firm, association, or other entity.

(4) The forms provided in paragraphs (1) through (3) of this subsection must accompany a biennial renewal fee prescribed by the board. In the event there shall be a change in any of these persons, such change shall be designated on the same form and filed with the board by the firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or entity within 30 days after the effective date of the change.

(d) (1) After all of the requirements of this Code section have been complied with, the board shall issue to such firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or other entity a certificate of authorization.

(2) The board may refuse to issue a certificate if any facts exist which would entitle the board to suspend or revoke an existing certificate or if the board shall determine that any of the officers, directors, principals, members, agents, or employees of the entity to be licensed are not persons of good character.

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O.C.G.A. § 43-15-24

(a) It shall be unlawful for this state or any of its political subdivisions such as a county, municipality, or school district, or agencies thereof, or for any private or commercial entity to engage in the construction of any work or structures involving professional engineering which by the nature of their function or existence could adversely affect or jeopardize the health, safety, or welfare of the public unless the plans and specifications have been prepared under the direct supervision or review of and bear the seal of, and the construction is executed under the direct supervision of or review by, a registered professional engineer or architect.

(b) Nothing in this Code section shall be held to apply to any construction, including alterations, of which the completed cost is less than $100,000.00 or which is used exclusively for private or noncommercial purposes, or to private residences, or to noncommercial farm buildings, or to residence buildings not exceeding two stories in height, excluding basements.

(c) Any county, municipality, or other governing body in this state that issues building permits is required to maintain a permanent record of the permit application and issuance thereon, which record shall indicate the name of the professional engineer or architect, if any, that has sealed the plans, specifications, plats, or reports pursuant to which said building permit is issued, said record to include details on the size, type of building or structure, use for said building or structure, and estimated cost of construction.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-27

(a) It shall be the duty of all duly constituted law enforcement officers of this state and of the political subdivisions of this state to enforce this chapter and to prosecute any person violating this chapter.

(b) The Attorney General or his designated assistant shall act as legal adviser to the board and render such legal assistance as may be necessary in carrying out this chapter.

(c) Except as provided in Code Section 25-2-14, it shall be the duty of all public officials charged with the responsibility of enforcing codes related to construction to require compliance with Code Section 43-15-24 before engineering plans, drawings, and specifications are approved by construction. Except as provided in Code Section 25-2-14, no construction which is subject to Code Section 43-15-24 and which requires the service of an engineer shall be built without such approval prior to construction.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-29

(a) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as excluding a qualified architect registered in this state from such engineering practice as may be incident to the practice of his or her profession or as excluding a professional engineer from such architectural practice as may be incident to the practice of professional engineering.

(b) The following persons shall be exempt from this chapter:

(1) A person working as an employee or a subordinate of a person holding a certificate of registration under this chapter or an employee of a person practicing lawfully under Code Section 43-15-21, provided such work does not include final design decisions and is done under the supervision of, and responsibility therefor is assumed by, a person holding a certificate of registration under this chapter or a person practicing lawfully under Code Section 43-15-21;

(2) Officers and employees of the government of the United States while engaged within this state in the practice of professional engineering or land surveying for such government;

(3) All elected officers of the political subdivisions of this state while in the practice of professional engineering or land surveying in the performance of their official duties;

(4) Officers and employees of the Department of Transportation, except as required by Title 46, while engaged within this state in the practice of professional engineering or land surveying for such department;

(5) Any defense, aviation, space, or aerospace company. As used in this paragraph, the term 'company' shall mean any sole proprietorship, firm, limited liability company, partnership, joint venture, joint stock association, corporation, or other business entity and any subsidiary or affiliate of such business entity; and

(6) Any employee, contract worker, subcontractor, or independent contractor who works for a defense, aviation, space, or aerospace company that is not required to be licensed under the provisions of this chapter pursuant to paragraph (5) of this subsection and who provides engineering for aircraft, space launch vehicles, launch services, satellites, satellite services, missiles, rockets, or other defense, aviation, space, or aerospace-related products or services, or any components thereof.

(c) This chapter shall not be construed as requiring registration for the purpose of practicing professional engineering or land surveying by an individual, firm, or corporation on property owned or leased by such individual, firm, or corporation unless the same involves the public safety or public health or for the performance of engineering which relates solely to the design or fabrication of manufactured products.

(d) This chapter shall not be construed to prevent or affect the practice of professional engineering and land surveying with respect to utility facilities by any public utility subject to regulation by the Public Service Commission, the Federal Communications Commission, the Federal Power Commission, or like regulatory agencies, including its parents, affiliates, or subsidiaries; or by the officers and full-time permanent employees of any such public utility, including its parents, affiliates, or subsidiaries, except where such practice involves property lines of adjoining property owners, provided that this exception does not extend to any professional engineer or land surveyor engaged in the practice of professional engineering or land surveying whose compensation is based in whole or in part on a fee or to any engineering services performed by the above-referenced utility companies not directly connected with work on their facilities.

(e) This chapter shall not be construed to affect the lawful practice of a person acting within the scope of a license granted by the state under any other law.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-3

(a) A State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is created whose duty it shall be to administer this chapter.

(b) The board shall consist of six professional engineers, two land surveyors, and a member appointed from the public at large who has no connection with the professions of engineering and land surveying, all of whom shall be appointed by the Governor for a term of five years. Of the professional engineers appointed to the board, one shall be a structural engineer, one shall be a mechanical engineer, one shall be an electrical engineer, two shall be civil or sanitary engineers, and one shall be from any discipline of engineering. Each member of the board shall be a citizen of the United States and a resident of this state.

(c) Each member shall hold office until his successor has been duly appointed and qualified. All successors shall be appointed in the same manner as the original appointment.

(d) A vacancy on the membership of the board shall be filled by appointment by the Governor, in the same manner as the original appointment to the position vacated, for the unexpired term.

(e) Professional engineers appointed to the board shall have been engaged in the practice of engineering in their respective disciplines for at least 12 years and shall have been in responsible charge of important engineering work in their respective disciplines for at least five years. Land surveyors appointed to the board shall have been engaged in the practice of land surveying for at least 12 years and shall have been in responsible charge of important land surveying work for at least five years. Responsible charge of engineering or land surveying teaching may be construed as responsible charge of important engineering or land surveying work, respectively.

(f) Each member of the board shall be reimbursed as provided for in subsection (f) of Code Section 43-1-2.

(g) The Governor may remove any member of the board for misconduct, incompetency, neglect of duty, or for any other sufficient and just cause.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-30

(a) Any person who violates Code Section 43-15-7 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(b) Any person presenting or attempting to use as his own the certificate of registration or the seal of another obtained under this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(c) Any person who gives any false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or to any member thereof in obtaining a certificate or certificate of registration shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(d) Any person who falsely impersonates any other registrant or any person who attempts to use an expired or revoked certificate of registration shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(e) Each day or occurrence shall be considered a separate offense.

(f) Any person offering services to the public who uses by name, verbal claim, sign, advertisement, directory listing, or letterhead the words "Engineer," "Engineers," "Professional Engineering," "Engineering," or "Engineered" shall be guilty of a misdemeanor unless said person has complied with the provisions of this chapter.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-6

(a) In carrying out this chapter, in addition to other powers conferred upon it under this chapter, the board shall have the power:

(1) To adopt and enforce regulations implementing this chapter, including regulations governing the professional conduct of those individuals registered by it;

(2) Under the hand of its chairman or his or her delegate and the seal of the board, to subpoena witnesses and compel their attendance and to require thereby the production of books, papers, documents, and other things relevant to such investigation in order to investigate conduct subject to regulation by the board; the chairman or the member of the board who is his or her delegate may administer oaths to witnesses appearing before the board; and the board may secure the enforcement of its subpoenas in the manner provided by Chapter 13 of Title 50, the "Georgia Administrative Procedure Act"; and

(3) To maintain in its name an action for injunctive or other appropriate legal or equitable relief to remedy violations of this chapter and, in pursuing equitable remedies, it shall not be necessary that the board allege or prove that it has no adequate remedy at law.

(b) In addition to other powers conferred upon the board under this chapter, the board shall through rules and regulations require each person seeking renewal of a certificate of registration as a professional engineer or a land surveyor to complete board approved continuing education of not more than 30 hours biennially for professional engineers and not more than 15 hours biennially for land surveyors. The board shall be authorized to approve courses offered by institutions of higher learning or offered by other institutions or organizations. The board shall randomly audit some applications for renewal of a certificate of registration to enforce compliance with this subsection. The continuing education requirements adopted by the board shall recognize the continuing education requirements imposed by other states to the extent that such continuing education courses meet the requirements imposed by the board. The board shall be authorized to waive the continuing education requirements in cases of hardship, disability, or illness or under such other circumstances as the board deems appropriate. The board shall waive the continuing education requirement for individuals over the age of 65 who have retired from active practice and who apply for an inactive license and for individuals over the age of 65 who are engaged in the active practice of their profession who have had a valid active license for the previous 25 consecutive years. The requirement for continuing education including the exemptions provided for in this subsection shall apply to each licensing renewal cycle which begins after the 1996 renewal cycle.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-8

To be eligible for certification as an engineer-in-training, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

(1) (A) Graduate in an engineering curriculum of not less than four years from a school or college approved by the board; and

(B) Pass a written examination in fundamental engineering subjects (engineer-in-training examination);

(2) (A) Graduate in an engineering curriculum of not less than four years or in a curriculum of four or more years in engineering technology or related science, from a school or college approved by the board; and

(B) Pass a written examination in fundamental engineering subjects (engineer-in-training examination); or

(3) (A) Acquire not less than eight years of experience in engineering work of a nature satisfactory to the board; and

(B) Pass a written examination in fundamental engineering subjects (engineer-in-training examination).

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-9

To be eligible for a certificate of registration as a professional engineer, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

(1) (A) Obtain certification by the board as an engineer-in-training under paragraph (1) of Code Section 43-15-8;

(B) Acquire a specific record of not less than four years' experience in engineering work of a character satisfactory to the board which indicates the applicant is competent to practice professional engineering; and

(C) Subsequently pass a written examination in the principles and practice of engineering (professional engineer's examination);

(2) (A) Obtain certification by the board as an engineer-in-training under paragraph (2) of Code Section 43-15-8;

(B) Acquire a specific record of not less than seven years' experience in engineering work of a character satisfactory to the board which indicates the applicant is competent to practice professional engineering; and

(C) Subsequently pass a written examination in the principles and practice of engineering (professional engineer's examination);

(3) (A) Obtain certification by the board as an engineer-in-training under paragraph (3) of Code Section 43-15-8;

(B) Acquire a specific record of not less than seven years' experience in engineering work of a character satisfactory to the board which indicates the applicant is competent to practice professional engineering; and

(C) Subsequently pass a written examination in the principles and practice of engineering (professional engineer's examination); or

(4) (A) Graduate in an engineering or related science curriculum of not less than four academic years;

(B) Acquire a specific record of not less than 16 years' experience in engineering work, of which at least eight years have been in responsible charge of important engineering work of a character satisfactory to the board, which indicates the applicant is competent to practice professional engineering; and

(C) Subsequently pass a written examination in the principles and practice of engineering (professional engineer's examination).

O.C.G.A. § 43-41-12

(a) Any person, whether an individual or a business organization, who:

(1) Contracts for or bids upon or engages in the construction of any of the projects or works enumerated in the definitions of residential contractor or general contractor in Code Section 43-41-2 without having first complied with the appropriate provisions of this chapter or who shall attempt to practice residential contracting or general contracting in this state except as provided for in this chapter;

(2) Falsely represents, advertises, or holds himself or herself or an affiliated business organization out as a residential contractor or general contractor licensee duly authorized to perform work under such classification of licensure pursuant to this chapter;

(3) Represents or attempts to use or presents as his or her own the license of another person or, in the case of a business organization, a person other than its qualifying agent;

(4) Gives false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or its divisions or to any member of the board in maintaining a license;

(5) Uses an expired, suspended, or revoked license to continue engaging in residential contracting or general contracting;

(6) Operates a business organization engaged in contracting after 120 days following the termination of its only qualifying agent without designating another primary qualifying agent, except as provided in Code Section 43-41-9; or

(7) Intentionally and repeatedly misrepresents or manipulates the value or percentage of work at the time of contract under subsections (e) and (f) of Code Section 43-41-17 to avoid the licensing requirements of this chapter,

shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and shall, upon conviction, be punished for each such offense by a fine of not less than $500.00 or imprisonment of three months, or both fine and imprisonment in the discretion of the court.

(b) Any architect or engineer who recommends to any project owner the award of a contract to anyone known by such architect or engineer not to be properly licensed under this chapter shall be subject to such penalties as provided in subsection (a) of this Code section and also to any appropriate disciplinary action by the appropriate division.

(c) Except as otherwise provided in this Code section, any person who violates any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

O.C.G.A. § 43-41-17

(a) The licensing requirements imposed by this chapter and the sanctions and consequences relating thereto shall not become effective and enforceable until July 1, 2008. On and after such date, no person, whether an individual or a business organization, shall have the right to engage in the business of residential contracting or general contracting without a current, valid residential contractor license or general contractor license, respectively, issued by the division under this chapter or, in the case of a business organization, unless such business organization shall have a qualifying agent as provided in this chapter holding such a current, valid residential contractor or general contractor license on behalf of such organization issued to such qualifying agent as provided in this chapter. Notwithstanding the foregoing, persons seeking licensure under this chapter and exemption from examination under paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a) of Code Section 43-41-8 shall submit their applications, including all necessary proof of the basis of exemption from examination for such license, starting January 1, 2006. The period for submission of such applications and requests for exemption from the examination requirements shall extend thereafter for a period of 18 months. Furthermore, notwithstanding the foregoing, any person seeking licensure under this chapter and exemption from examination under paragraph (3) of subsection (a) of Code Section 43-41-8 may submit his or her application, including all necessary proof of the basis of such exemption starting January 1, 2007, and continuing thereafter.

(b) As a matter of public policy, any contract entered into on or after July 1, 2008, for the performance of work for which a residential contractor or general contractor license is required by this chapter and not otherwise exempted under this chapter and which is between an owner and a contractor who does not have a valid and current license required for such work in accordance with this chapter shall be unenforceable in law or in equity by the unlicensed contractor. For purposes of this subsection, a contractor shall be considered unlicensed only if the contractor was unlicensed on the effective date of the original contract for the work, if stated therein, or, if not stated, the date the last party to the contract executed such contract, if stated therein. If the contract does not establish such a date, the contractor shall be considered unlicensed only if the contractor was unlicensed on the first date upon which the contractor provided labor, services, or materials under the contract. Notwithstanding any other provision of law to the contrary, if a contract is rendered unenforceable under this subsection, no lien or bond claim shall exist in favor of the unlicensed contractor for any labor, services, or materials provided under the contract or any amendment thereto. This subsection shall not affect the rights of parties other than the unlicensed contractor to enforce contract, lien, or bond remedies. This subsection shall not affect the obligations of a surety that has provided a bond on behalf of an unlicensed contractor. It shall not be a defense to any claim on a bond or indemnity agreement that the principal or indemnitor is unlicensed for purposes of this subsection.

(c) Any person who holds a license issued under this chapter may engage in the business of residential or general contracting, but only as prescribed by the license, throughout the state and no municipality or county may require any such person licensed under this chapter to comply with any additional licensing requirements imposed by such municipality or county relative to the performance of construction work subject to the licensing requirements under this chapter. However, nothing in this chapter shall preclude the implementation and enforcement by any municipality or county of a local rule, regulation, ordinance, order, or other requirement in effect and operation as of July 1, 2004, that requires a person to obtain a locally issued license, registration, or certification in order to:

(1) Engage in the construction of improvements to real property to the extent such activities are not encompassed by this chapter or by Chapter 14 of this title; or

(2) Engage in residential or general contracting within such jurisdiction; provided, however, that:

(A) The requirements and criteria for issuance of such local license, registration, or certification shall have been at least as strict and stringent, in the sole judgment of the board, as those for the issuance of a corresponding state-wide license issued under this chapter;

(B) Such local license, registration, or certification shall only apply to activities performed within the geographical limits of such municipality or county; and

(C) Such requirement shall not prevent or foreclose any contractor not holding such local license, registration, or certification but holding a valid and current state-wide license issued under this chapter or Chapter 14 of this title from the transaction of contracting business in such local jurisdiction within the scope of his or her state-wide license.

(d) Any person qualified by the Department of Transportation to perform construction work on roads, streets, bridges, highways, sidewalks, or other grading, paving, or repaving projects; airport runways or taxiways; or railroads, and services incidental thereto, for the department shall not be required to be licensed under this chapter in order to perform any such work for the department or for any other owner requiring similar work to be performed. The general contractor division of the board, in agreement with the Department of Transportation, shall, by rule, define "services incidental thereto" for the purposes of this subsection only and shall likewise define any other necessary terms as to the scope of the exemption provided by this subsection.

(e) Nothing in this chapter shall prevent any person holding a valid license issued by the State Construction Industry Licensing Board, or any division thereof, pursuant to Chapter 14 of this title from performing any work defined in the Code sections under which the license held by said person was issued. Furthermore, nothing in this chapter shall preclude a person licensed under Chapter 14 of this title to perform plumbing, conditioned air contracting, utility contracting, electrical contracting, or low-voltage contracting from offering to perform, performing, engaging in, or contracting to engage in the performance of construction work or services directly with an owner, which work would otherwise require a license under this chapter, where the total scope of the work to be performed is predominantly of the type for which such contractor is duly licensed to perform under Chapter 14 of this title such that any other work involved is incidental to and an integral part of the work performed within the scope of such license under said chapter and does not exceed the greater of $10,000.00 or 25 percent of the total value at the time of contracting of the work to be performed; provided, however, that such contractor may not delegate or assign the responsibility to directly supervise and manage the performance of such other work to a person unless such person is licensed under this chapter and the work being performed by such person is within the scope of that person's license.

(f) Nothing in this chapter shall preclude a specialty contractor from offering or contracting to perform or undertaking or performing for an owner limited, specialty, or specific trade contractor work. However, nothing in this chapter shall permit a specialty contractor to perform work falling within the licensing requirements of Chapter 14 of this title where such specialty contractor is not duly licensed under such chapter to perform such work. The board shall by rule or policy by January 1, 2008, identify specialty contractors or other criteria to determine eligibility under the exemption of this subsection. The specialty contractor otherwise exempted from license requirements under this chapter may perform work for an owner that would otherwise require a license under this chapter where the total scope of the work to be performed is predominantly of the type for which such specialty contractor is duly recognized as exempt under this subsection by the board, provided that such other work involved is incidental to and an integral part of the exempt work performed by the specialty contractor and does not exceed the greater of $10,000.00 or 25 percent of the total value at the time of contracting of the work to be performed.

(g) Nothing in this chapter shall preclude a person from offering or contracting to perform or undertaking or performing for an owner repair work, provided that the person performing the repair work discloses to the owner that such person does not hold a license under this chapter and provided, further, that such work does not affect the structural integrity of the real property. The board shall by rule or regulation further define the term "repair" as used in this subsection and any other necessary terms as to the scope of this exemption.

(h) Nothing in this chapter shall preclude any person from constructing a building or structure on real property owned by such person which is intended upon completion for use or occupancy solely by that person and his or her family, firm, or corporation and its employees, and not for use by the general public and not offered for sale or lease. In so doing, such person may act as his or her own contractor personally providing direct supervision and management of all work not performed by licensed contractors. However, if, under this subsection, the person or his or her family, firm, or corporation has previously sold or transferred a building or structure which had been constructed by such person acting without a licensed residential or general contractor within the prior 24 month period, starting from the date on which a certificate of occupancy was issued for such building or structure, then such person may not, under this subsection, construct another separate building or structure without having first obtained on his or her own behalf an appropriate residential or general contractor license or having engaged such a duly licensed contractor to perform such work to the extent required under this chapter, or it shall be presumed that the person, firm, or corporation did not intend such building solely for occupancy by that person and his or her family, firm, or corporation. Further, such person may not delegate the responsibility to directly supervise and manage all or any part of the work relating thereto to any other person unless that person is licensed under this chapter and the work being performed is within the scope of that person's license. In any event, however, all such work must be done in conformity with all other applicable provisions of this title, the rules and regulations of the board and division involved, and any applicable county or municipal resolutions, ordinances, codes, permitting, or inspection requirements.

(i) Nothing in this chapter shall preclude an architect licensed pursuant to Chapter 4 of this title, an interior designer registered pursuant to Chapter 4 of this title, or an engineer registered pursuant to Chapter 15 of this title from performing work or providing services within the scope of his or her registration for the practice of architecture or interior design or license for practicing engineering.

(j) Nothing in this chapter shall preclude an architect licensed pursuant to Chapter 4 of this title, an interior designer registered pursuant to Chapter 4 of this title, or an engineer registered pursuant to Chapter 15 of this title from offering to perform or offering or rendering design-build services to an owner; provided, however, that such offer or contract shall clearly indicate at the time of such offer or contract that all services of a general contractor incident to the design-build performance shall be performed by a duly licensed general contractor in compliance with other provisions of this chapter and that all services so offered or provided falling within the scope of the licensing requirements of this chapter are offered and rendered by a licensed general contractor in accordance with this chapter.

(k) Nothing in this chapter shall apply to the construction, alteration, or repair of buildings classified as an agricultural occupancy or that are used for agricultural storage or agricultural purposes.

(l) A contractor licensed under this chapter shall not be required to list on the face of a bid or proposal envelope the license number of any contractor licensed under Chapter 14 of this title that may or will be engaged to perform any work within the licensing requirements of Chapter 14 of this title which comprises part of the work for which such bid or proposal is submitted.

(m) Dams, including both earth dams and concrete dams, designed for electrical generation, water storage, or any other purpose may be constructed by either a general contractor licensed under this chapter or by a utility contractor licensed pursuant to Chapter 14 of this title.

(n) Nothing in this chapter shall apply to the construction or installation of manufactured homes as defined in paragraph (4) of Code Section 8-2-131.

O.C.G.A. § 43-41-2

As used in this chapter, the term:

(1) "Board" means the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors.

(2) "Business organization" means any partnership, corporation, limited liability entity, business trust, joint venture, or other legal entity, other than an individual person, doing business or seeking, offering, or contracting to do business as a contractor or otherwise performing or acting as a contractor as defined in this Code section.

(3) "Contracting" means performing or causing to be performed any of the activities set forth in paragraphs (4), (5), (9), (10), and (11) of this Code section which define the types of contractors. The offering of contracting services and the negotiation of or bid or proposal for engagement or a contract requiring performance of these services also constitutes contracting.

(4) "Contractor," except as specifically exempted by this chapter, means a person who is qualified, or required to be qualified, under this chapter and who, for compensation, contracts to, offers to undertake or undertakes to, submits a bid or a proposal to, or personally or by others performs the construction or the management of the construction for an owner of any building, bridge, or other structure, including a person who installs industrialized buildings as defined in paragraphs (3) and (4) of Code Section 8-2-111, for the construction or improvement of, addition to, or the repair, alteration, or remodeling of any such building, bridge, or structure for use by the owner or by others or for resale to others. The term "contractor" for purposes of this chapter shall include a person who contracts to, undertakes to, or submits a bid or proposal to perform, or otherwise does himself or herself perform, for an owner:

(A) Construction management services relative to the performance by others of such construction activities where the person performing such construction management services is at risk contractually to the owner for the performance and cost of the construction; and

(B) Services of a contractor as part of performance of design-build services, whether as a prime contractor, joint venture partner, or as a subcontractor to a design professional acting as prime contractor as part of a design-build entity or combination.

Both residential and general contractors, in addition to contractors licensed under Chapter 14 of this title to perform such work or any component thereof, shall be permitted to construct storm-water management systems comprising any storm-water conveyance or storm-water detention facility that moves storm or surface water from a specific point on a wholly contained construction project site to another specific point on the same project site and which are wholly contained within the project site and are not part of or connected to any public or private water treatment system, waste-water treatment system, or storm-water system.

(5) "General contractor" means a contractor whose services are unlimited as to the type of work which he or she may do, subject to the financial limitations as may be imposed by a subclassification created pursuant to paragraph (8) of subsection (b) of Code Section 43-41-5, and who may contract for, undertake to perform, submit a bid or a proposal or otherwise offer to perform, and perform any activity or work as a contractor requiring licensure under this chapter including within its scope any work requiring licensure under Chapter 14 of this title; provided, however, that any work contractually undertaken by a general contractor in the nature of electrical contracting, plumbing, conditioned air contracting, low voltage contracting, or utility contracting which falls within the licensing requirements of Chapter 14 of this title may not be performed by the general contractor but shall only be performed by a person who is duly licensed to perform such work under Chapter 14 of this title. The construction of all private, commercial, institutional, industrial, public, and other buildings and structures under contract with or engagement directly by an owner shall be undertaken by a general contractor, except as otherwise expressly set forth in or excluded from operation of this chapter.

(6) An "owner" of real property means a person or entity that has a majority ownership interest in the real property to be improved and for whom an improvement is made or who contracts with or engages, directly or through an agent, the contractor to perform the construction work or services.

(7) "Qualifying agent" means a person who possesses the requisite skill, knowledge, and experience and has the responsibility to supervise, direct, manage, and control all of the contracting activities within the State of Georgia of a contractor doing business in the form of a business organization, with which he or she is affiliated by employment or ownership; who has the responsibility to supervise, direct, manage, and control construction activities on any project for which he or she has obtained the building permit pursuant to Code Section 43-41-14; and whose technical and personal qualifications have been determined by investigation and examination as provided in this chapter, except as exempted under Code Section 43-41-8, as attested by the division.

(8) "Real property" means the real estate, or an interest therein, that is improved, including leaseholds, tenements, and easements, and improvements constructed or placed thereon.

(9) "Residential contractor" means any contractor who may contract for, undertake to perform, submit a bid or a proposal or otherwise offer to perform, and perform any activity or work as a contractor requiring licensure under this chapter for a fixed price, commission, fee, wage, or other compensation or who undertakes any activity or work on his or her own behalf or for any person or business organization that is not licensed as a licensed residential contractor pursuant to this chapter where such activity or work falls into the category of residential-basic contractor or residential-light commercial contractor as defined in this Code section and where the total value of the work or activity or of the compensation to be received by the contractor for such activity or work, whichever is the higher, exceeds $2,500.00. The term "residential contractor" shall include both a residential-basic contractor and a residential-light commercial contractor, except where otherwise expressly stated. The work or activity performed by a residential contractor may include within its scope any work requiring licensure under Chapter 14 of this title; provided, however, that any work contractually undertaken by a residential contractor in the nature of electrical contracting, plumbing, conditioned air contracting, low voltage contracting, or utility contracting which falls within the licensing requirements of Chapter 14 of this title may not be performed by the residential contractor but shall only be performed by a person who is duly licensed to perform such work under Chapter 14 of this title.

(10) "Residential-basic contractor" means and encompasses a person who performs contractor work or activity relative to detached one-family and two-family residences and one-family townhouses not over three stories in height and their accessory buildings and structures;

(11) "Residential-light commercial contractor" means and encompasses a person who performs any contractor work or activity performed by a residential-basic contractor and, additionally, shall include such contractor work or activity related to multifamily and multiuse light commercial buildings and structures, and their related accessory buildings and structures, which are less than four stories in height; less than 25,000 square feet in aggregate interior floor space, except as otherwise provided in this chapter; and are constructed of wood or light gauge metal frame, brick veneer, prefabricated, or manufactured type of construction; or are preengineered steel buildings not exceeding 50,000 square feet of interior floor space; provided that such buildings or structures are not of the type of building or structure that would constitute a special hazard to property or to life and safety of persons as defined in subparagraphs (A), (C), (D), (E), (F), (G), (G.1), (H), (I), and (J) and subparagraph (B), as it applies to a building of four or more stories, of paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of Code Section 25-2-13.

(12) "Specialty contractor" means a contractor whose scope of work and responsibility is of limited scope dealing with only a specific trade and directly related and ancillary work and whose performance is limited to such specialty construction work requiring special skill and requiring specialized building trades or crafts, including, but not limited to, such activities, work, or services requiring licensure under Chapter 14 of this title.

O.C.G.A. § 43-41-3

(a) There is created the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors consisting of 15 members appointed by the Governor for five-year terms. The board shall be assigned to the Secretary of State's office for administrative purposes and shall be under the jurisdiction of the division director and shall operate in accordance with and pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 1 of this title, as applicable. The board shall be comprised of two divisions: the residential contractor division, having jurisdiction of and authority over the two subcategories of residential contracting, residential-basic contractors and residential-light commercial contractors, and the general contractor division. Eight members shall be appointed and serve as members of the residential contractor division of the board and seven members shall be appointed and serve as members of the general contractor division of the board. Members shall serve until the expiration of their respective terms and until their successors are appointed and qualified. Vacancies occurring during a term shall be filled by appointment of the Governor for the remainder of the unexpired term and such replacement shall meet the requirements and criteria of selection of the person previously holding the vacant position. To be eligible to serve on the respective divisions of the board, each contractor member shall be and remain actively involved in the construction contracting business and shall have been so engaged for a period of not less than five consecutive years before the date of appointment in the particular contracting business, as a residential contractor or general contractor, corresponding to the division for which such person is appointed. Any contractor members whose term continues after or who are appointed to terms commencing two years from the date that this chapter becomes effective must also have been licensed and certified by the respective division of the board to operate as a contractor in the category to which the member is appointed. The position of any appointive member of the board who, during his or her term of appointment, shall cease to meet the qualifications for original appointment shall be immediately vacated. No member of the board shall be appointed to serve more than two full terms.

(b) The residential contractor division shall consist of eight members and, except as otherwise expressly stated in this chapter, shall have jurisdiction of and authority over the practice of the two subcategories of residential contracting, residential-basic contractors and residential-light commercial contractors. Six members shall be residential contractors eligible for licensure under this chapter; provided, however, that effective January 1, 2008, all residential contractor members shall be required to be licensed under this chapter. At least two of the residential contractor members shall be qualified to perform residential-light commercial type projects; three shall be qualified and shall predominantly perform residential-basic type projects; one shall be a residential contractor whose business predominantly involves remodeling projects; one shall be a residential contractor who constructs at least an average of 20 residences per year; and all must be geographically diverse. One member shall be a public building official and one member shall be a public member. The public member shall have no ties with the residential construction industry and shall represent the interests of the public at large. The initial member terms on the residential contractor division shall be staggered so that all terms do not expire simultaneously. Three members shall serve initial terms of five years, three members shall serve initial terms of four years, one member shall serve an initial term of three years, and one member shall serve an initial term of one year. The residential contractor division shall meet at least six times each year for the purpose of transacting such business as may properly come before it.

(c) The general contractor division shall consist of seven members and, except as otherwise expressly stated in this chapter, shall have jurisdiction of and authority over the practice of general contracting. Five members shall be general contractors eligible for licensure under this chapter. Effective January 1, 2008, all general contractor members shall be required to be licensed under this chapter. At least two of the general contractor members shall be small-volume builders with an annual contracting volume of less than $5 million and all of whom must be geographically diverse. One member shall be a currently licensed or registered architect or engineer and one member shall be a public building official. The initial member terms on the general contractor division shall be staggered so that all terms do not expire simultaneously. Three members, including at least two contractor members, shall serve initial terms of five years; three members, including at least two contractor members, shall serve initial terms of four years; and one member shall serve an initial term of three years. The general contractor division shall meet at least six times each year for the purpose of transacting such business as may properly come before it.

O.C.G.A. § 43-41-6

(a) Anyone seeking to be licensed as a residential contractor or as a general contractor in this state shall file an application on a form provided by the residential contractor or general contractor division, respectively, accompanied by an application fee as provided by the board. Such an application may be submitted either by:

(1) An individual person seeking issuance of a license in his or her own name for purposes of engaging in the profession of residential or general contracting in his or her own name or doing business as an individual in a trade name as a sole proprietorship; or

(2) An individual person affiliated by ownership or employment with and acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization seeking to engage in the profession of residential or general contracting in the name of the business organization in accordance with and pursuant to Code Section 43-41-9.

Additionally, all applicants must submit to and successfully pass an examination prepared by, prepared for, or approved by the appropriate division, except where an applicant is otherwise qualified for licensure and has satisfied the appropriate division requirements and regulations for licensure pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8 exempting such applicant from the examination requirement or where the applicant is an individual acting as a qualifying agent for a business organization and has previously obtained and maintained continuously a license issued by the appropriate division, either as an individual doing business in his or her own name or doing business as an individual in a trade name as a sole proprietor or as a qualifying agent for another business organization.

(b) A person shall be eligible for licensure as a residential-basic contractor by the residential contractor division if the person:

(1) Is at least 21 years of age;

(2) Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity;

(3) Has at least two years of proven experience working as or in the employment of a residential contractor, predominantly in the residential-basic category, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division; and

(4) Has had significant responsibility for the successful performance and completion of at least two projects falling within the residential-basic category in the two years immediately preceding application.

(c) A person shall be eligible for licensure as a residential-light commercial contractor by the residential-light commercial subdivision if the person:

(1) Is at least 21 years of age;

(2) Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, and integrity;

(3) Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

(A) Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a residential contractor, general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

(B) Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a residential contractor, general contractor, or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

(C) Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a residential contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division; and

(4) Has had significant responsibility for the successful performance and completion of at least two projects falling within the residence-light commercial category in the four years immediately preceding application.

(d) A person shall be eligible for licensure as a general contractor by the general contractor division if the person:

(1) Is at least 21 years of age;

(2) Is of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility; and

(3) Meets eligibility requirements according to one of the following criteria:

(A) Has received a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of engineering, architecture, construction management, building construction, or other field acceptable to the division and has at least one year of proven experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division;

(B) Has a combination acceptable to the division of academic credits from any accredited college-level courses and proven practical experience working as or in the employment of a general contractor or other proven experience deemed substantially similar by the division equaling at least four years in the aggregate. For purposes of this subparagraph, all university, college, junior college, or community college-level courses shall be considered accredited college-level courses; or

(C) Has a total of at least four years of proven active experience working in a construction industry related field, at least two of which shall have been as or in the employment of a general contractor, or other proven experience deemed acceptable by the division and at least one of which shall have been in or relating to administration, marketing, accounting, estimating, drafting, engineering, supervision, or project management, or functions deemed substantially similar by the division.

(e) Before being entitled to take an examination or otherwise qualify for issuance of a license, an applicant must show to the satisfaction of the residential contractor division or general contractor division from the application and proofs furnished that the applicant is possessed of a good character and is otherwise qualified as to competency, ability, integrity, and financial responsibility. The application shall include a list of all persons, entities, and business organizations that the applicant will be affiliated with as a licensed residential contractor or general contractor, whether by way of employment, ownership, serving as an owner or director, partnership, or membership or by serving as a qualifying agent under this chapter. Applicants for a general contractor license shall provide proof of a minimum net worth in an amount which is specified by the general contractor division. Additionally, all applicants shall provide proof of general liability insurance and of workers' compensation insurance as required by the laws of this state in their name. However, if and to the extent the applicant is submitted as a person seeking to act as a qualifying agent of a particular business organization, such proofs and information shall relate and pertain to such business organization rather than the individual applicant, subject to the limitations set forth in subsection (d) of Code Section 43-41-9. All applicants shall also provide their social security numbers, if applying as an individual, or the federal taxpayer identification numbers of any business organization for which the applicant is seeking licensure as a qualifying agent. Applicants for a general contractor's license shall also provide suitable verification of tax payments in a form and manner and for the duration prescribed by the general contractor division; provided, however, that where the application is seeking license as a qualifying agent of a business organization, such tax verification and information shall relate and pertain to that business organization. The decision of the appropriate division as to the qualifications of applicants shall, in the absence of fraud, be conclusive. A certificate by the insurer or other appropriate evidence of such coverages shall be maintained with the appropriate division and shall be a condition of renewal. A licensee, on his or her own behalf or where acting as a qualifying agent on behalf of the business organization so qualified, must notify the appropriate division in writing within 30 days of any changes in the information required to be on file with such division, including, but not limited to, the licensee's and, if the licensee is acting as a qualifying agent for any business organization, such business organization's current mailing address, insurance coverages, and affiliated entities. (f)(1) The residential contractor division and the general contractor division shall each conduct or cause to be conducted an examination of all qualified applicants, except those exempted from the examination requirement pursuant to Code Section 43-41-8.

(2) The residential contractor division shall conduct or cause to be conducted separate examinations for applicants for residential-basic and residential-light commercial licenses for the purpose of determining a particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of residential contracting in the particular subcategory for which a license is sought; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to such residential contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a residential contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to residential-basic and residential light-commercial contractors, construction, workers' compensation, insurance, and liens.

(3) The general contractor division shall conduct or cause to be conducted an examination to ascertain the particular applicant's ability to make a practical application of his or her knowledge of the profession of commercial general contracting; the applicant's qualifications in reading plans and specifications; his or her knowledge of building codes, estimating costs, construction, ethics, contracting, and other similar matters pertaining to the general contracting business; his or her knowledge as to the responsibilities of a general contractor to the public and to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers; and his or her knowledge of the requirements of the laws of this state relating to general contractors, construction, workers' compensation, insurance, surety bonding, and liens.

(4) If the results of the applicant's examination are satisfactory to the appropriate division, or he or she is exempted from the examination requirement under Code Section 43-41-8, and if he or she and any affiliated business organization has met the other qualifications and requirements set forth in this Code section, then the appropriate division shall issue to the applicant a license to engage in business as a residential or general contractor in this state, as provided in such license, in his or her own name as a sole proprietor or as a qualifying agent for the affiliated business organization and in the name of such business organization, pursuant to and in accordance with the requirements set forth in Code Section 43-41-9. A residential contracting license shall indicate for which of the two subcategories, residential-basic or residential-light commercial, the licensee is qualified.

(g) Any otherwise qualified applicant failing this examination may be reexamined at any regularly scheduled examination within one year of the date of original application upon payment of a reexamination fee, in an amount to be set by the board, without need to resubmit an application, unless any information set forth in the previously submitted application is no longer accurate or complete. Anyone requesting to take the examination a third or subsequent time shall wait at least one calendar year after the taking of the last examination and shall submit an application with the appropriate examination fees.

(h) A residential contractor license, indicating whether relating to the residential-basic or residential-light commercial category, or general contractor license shall be issued to an applicant who successfully completes the respective requirements therefor upon the payment of fees prescribed by the board.

(i) Such licenses shall be renewable biennially. Licenses may be renewed subsequent to their expiration within six months of the date of expiration by submitting a renewal as prescribed by the board and paying a late renewal fee as determined by the board. After six months has elapsed from the date of expiration, such license may be reinstated in accordance with the rules and regulations of the board.

(j) The division director shall give advance notice to each person holding a license under this chapter of the date of the expiration of the certificate of registration and the amount of the fee required for renewal at least one month prior to the expiration date, but the failure to receive such notice shall not avoid the expiration of any license not renewed in accordance with this Code section.

(k) As a condition of renewal, the appropriate division may require licensees to complete division approved continuing education of not more than three hours annually for a residential-basic license, six hours annually for a residential-light commercial license, and eight hours annually for a general contractor license.

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