Georgia Land Surveying Licensing Law

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

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. 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]

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-.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

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-.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

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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-.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

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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. 520-2-.04 Real Estate Courses

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. r. 520-2-.04 Real Estate Courses

Georgia Administrative Code

Department 520. GEORGIA REAL ESTATE COMMISSION

Chapter 520-2. STANDARDS FOR REAL ESTATE COURSES

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 24, 2026

Rule 520-2-.04. Real Estate Courses

(1)

Developing and Offering Courses.

(a)

Purpose. The Commission intends that all courses offered by its approved schools to meet the requirements of this Chapter shall be educational in nature. Schools should not specifically orient courses to the passing of state licensing examinations or other examinations. The courses should introduce students to the language of the profession and basic theory underlying the duties and responsibilities of real estate licensees. They should also seek to improve licensee's skills in handling the normal business activities of a licensee. Courses must require practice in the skills being taught and provide a significant number of exercises for practice of those skills. All courses should make students aware of the need for further study and the perfection of practical skills.

(b)

Course Code. An approved school may not hold out a course as meeting the requirements of this Chapter until the course is posted on the Commission's electronic record of the school's courses or the school receives other written authorization from the Commission.

(2)

Instructors. Only instructors approved by the Commission under the standards of this Chapter may instruct Salespersons Prelicense, Brokers Prelicense, or Community Association Managers Prelicense courses. Only instructors with appropriate experience and knowledge of the content areas of Salespersons Postlicense or continuing education courses may teach these courses.

(3)

Hours of Instruction. For all courses under the requirements of this chapter, an "instructional hour" means a period of time of at least fifty minutes of instruction or other learning activity. In-class instruction and testing in any course shall not exceed seven and one-half hours per day. The school shall hold all in-class instruction between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. with breaks totaling at least fifteen minutes every two hours. The schedule must allow reasonable time for preparation for each classroom session. All in-class instruction for Brokers Prelicense course students shall be separate from all in-class instruction for Salespersons Prelicense course students. Instructors shall utilize no more than thirty minutes of audio or video material toward meeting any required in-class (or makeup) hours of instruction unless the Commission grants written authorization for such material prior to its use.

(4)

Prelicense Courses.

(a)

Documentation Required for Offered Courses. For each prelicense course, the approved school must maintain and make readily available to an authorized representative of the Commission the following documentation:

(1)

Course Outline. A detailed course outline that identifies the hours to be spent on each subject area to be covered in the course and all planned exercises that students are required to complete.

(2)

Learning Objectives. A detailed list of learning objectives for each instructional hour of the course. A learning objective is part of the overall goal of the course. An objective states, in terms that are measurable, what the student should be able to do, explain, or demonstrate upon mastery of the content of each hour of instruction.

(3)

Texts. A list of text materials utilized in the course;

(4)

Evaluation Materials. Copies of daily tests, final examinations, or other materials used to evaluate student performance;

(5)

Student Records. - Records that identify each student and the student's attendance record and final grade for any course; and

(6)

Course Evaluations. Written summaries of student evaluations of the courses.

(7)

Ethics. Every course offered by an approved school for prelicense credit must include acknowledgment and coverage of the ethical implications of the subject matter of the course.

(8)

Additional Subjects. Schools may offer units of instruction on subjects other than those required for courses cited in this Rule only with prior written authorization from the Commission.

(9)

Reading Assignments and Exercises. For all prelicense courses cited in this Rule, schools must include with each instructional unit appropriate reading assignments for completion out of class. The school shall also require that students complete out of class extensive written exercises that the school grades.

(10)

Student Certifications. Each out of class written assignment a student submits for grading must include the following:

I certify that I have personally completed this assignment.

Date Student's Signature

The school shall refuse to grade any out of class written assignment on which the student does not sign this statement.

(11)

An approved instructor and/or the school coordinator/director must grade the written course work required of students.

(b)

Community Association Managers Prelicense Course. A Community Association Managers Prelicense Course must provide for a minimum of twenty-five instructional hours. Schools may not count time students spend on breaks as part of in-class instruction time. Time students spend in taking graded exercises and tests or final examinations may not constitute more than ten percent of in-class instruction time. The course must cover fundamentals in the following areas:

1.

property law including Georgia laws on common interest ownership, public rights and limitations, and fair housing laws;

2.

forms of ownership including planned unit development (PUD), homeowner's associations, condominiums, cooperatives, timeshares, townhouses, and master association relationships and how to interpret community association governing documents;

3.

contracts and transaction documents including the content and negotiation of management agreements, the nature and content of insurance documents, and resale certificates;

4.

real estate instruments and conveyances including notices, proxies, and liens and amendments to documents and the requirements for reinstatement;

5.

law of agency including identifying and understanding agency relationships and duties between community association managers and association boards, members, and tenants of members; single and dual agency; and agency disclosure;

6.

financing instruments and basic accounting practices including principles of accounting for trust accounts, for common interest associations, and for lender requirements for recertification;

7.

Georgia real estate license law;

8.

ethics in community association management;

9.

environmental laws;

10.

safety precautions; and/or

11.

such other areas as the Commission may from time to time require or authorize.

(c)

Salespersons Prelicense Course. A Salespersons Prelicense Course must provide for a minimum of seventy-five instructional hours. Schools may not count time students spend on breaks as part of the required instruction time. Time students spend in taking graded exercises and tests or final examinations may not constitute more than ten percent of the required instruction time. The course must cover fundamentals in the following areas:

1.

real estate contracts including completing and presenting form real estate sales contracts with extensive practice with problems involving new FHA, VA, and conventional loans; loan assumptions; brokerage engagements; and leases (students must demonstrate proficiency in completing such form contracts by passing a school developed and administered test or by satisfying such other assessment measurements established by the school as the Commission may authorize);

2.

real estate instruments and conveyances;

3.

closing procedures (RESPA) including a salesperson's responsibilities at a loan closing conducted by someone else and an explanation of standard closing procedures and documents used in the salesperson's services area;

4.

law of agency including agency disclosure;

5.

pricing real property (students must demonstrate proficiency in preparing forms which document such pricing by passing a school developed and administered test or by satisfying such other assessment measurements established by the school as the Commission may authorize);

6.

real estate financing including extensive practice in estimating costs of selling and purchasing property and estimating monthly payments (students must demonstrate proficiency in completing forms which document such estimates by passing a school developed and administered test or by satisfying such other assessment measurements established by the school as the Commission may authorize);

7.

Georgia's Residential Mortgage Fraud law and methods for identifying possible fraud in transactions and properly reporting alleged fraud;

8.

community association management activities and property management activities;

9.

environmental laws;

10.

taxation;

11.

city and urban development;

12.

fair housing;

13.

anti-trust laws;

14.

safety precautions;

15.

Georgia's real estate license law; and/or

16.

such other areas as the Commission may from time to time require or authorize.

(d)

Brokers Prelicense Course. A Brokers Prelicense Course must provide for a minimum of sixty instructional hours. Schools may not count time students spend on breaks as part of the required instruction time. Time students spend in taking graded exercises and tests or the final examination may not constitute more than ten percent of the required instruction time. The Brokers Prelicense Course must review all subject areas covered in the Salespersons Prelicense Course so that students may learn advanced concepts in those areas. In addition, the course must include significant components covering conducting loan closings, real estate office management, personnel policies, trust account record keeping, discharging a broker's responsibility for associate licensees, and/or such other areas as the Commission may from time to time require or authorize.

(5)

Sales Postlicense Course.

(a)

Documentation Required for Offered Courses. For each postlicense course, the school must maintain and make readily available to an authorized representative of the Commission the following documentation:

(1)

Course Outline. A detailed course outline that identifies the hours to be spent on each subject area to be covered in the course and all planned exercises that students are required to complete;

(2)

Learning Objectives. A detailed list of learning objectives for each instructional hour of the course. A learning objective is part of the overall goal of the course. An objective states, in terms that are measurable, what the student should be able to do, explain, or demonstrate upon mastery of the content of each hour of instruction;

(3)

Texts. A list of text materials utilized in the course;

(4)

Evaluation Materials. Copies of daily tests, final examinations, or other materials used to evaluate student performance;

(5)

Student Records. Records that identify each student and the student's attendance record; and

(6)

Course Evaluations. Written summaries of student evaluations of the courses.

(7)

Ethics. Every course offered by an approved school for postlicense credit must include acknowledgment and coverage of the ethical implications of the subject matter of the course.

(b)

A Sales Postlicense Course must provide for a minimum of twenty-five instructional hours. Schools may not count time students spend on breaks as part of the required instruction time. Time students spend in taking graded exercises and tests or final examinations may not constitute more than ten percent of the required instruction time. The curriculum of the course must focus on legal fundamentals and/or basic practices in sales or management of residential, agricultural, commercial, or industrial properties. If the subject matter of the course addresses residential sales, then the course must include a component on Georgia's Residential Mortgage Fraud law and methods for identifying possible fraud in transactions and properly reporting alleged fraud.

(6)

Continuing Education Courses. Every approved school must offer every calendar year a course designed to help licensees meet the continuing education requirements of O.C.G.A. § 43-40-8(e). This course or courses shall be in addition to the Community Association Managers Prelicense, Salespersons Prelicense, Sales Postlicense, or Brokers Prelicense Course.

(a)

Documentation Required for Offered Courses. For each continuing education, course, the approved school must maintain and make readily available to an authorized representative of the Commission the following documentation:

(1)

Course Outline. A detailed course outline that identifies the hours to be spent on each subject area to be covered in the course and all planned exercises that students are required to complete

(2)

Learning Objectives. A detailed list of learning objectives for each instructional hour of the course. A learning objective is part of the overall goal of the course. An objective states, in terms that are measurable, what the student should be able to do, explain, or demonstrate upon mastery of the content of each hour of instruction.

(3)

Texts. A list of text materials utilized in the course;

(4)

Student Records. Records that identify each student and the student's attendance record; and

(5)

Course Evaluations. Written summaries of student evaluations of the courses.

(b)

Duration of Classes. No school may offer a continuing education course of fewer than three credit hours. A credit hour is defined as an "instructional hour" means a period of time of at least fifty minutes of instruction or other learning activity. In-class instruction and testing in any course must not exceed seven and one-half clock hours per day.

(c)

Subject Areas. In order to provide reasonable guidelines for approved schools but without defining every area or topic of continuing education, the Commission has identified the following areas or topics of continuing education that are considered appropriate for continuing education in addition to the areas or topics found in paragraph (4) of this Rule. These areas or topics of continuing education are:

1.

all forms of real estate including agricultural, commercial, and industrial;

2.

real estate development and construction

3.

real estate legal descriptions, plats, and surveys;

4.

land use and zoning;

5.

property management, landlord/tenant issues;

6.

real estate ad valorem taxes;

7.

real estate title issues;

8.

water rights;

9.

real estate income tax issues;

10.

real estate inspections;

11.

business brokerage;

12.

real estate auctions;

13.

ethics; and

14.

such other subjects as the Commission may deem appropriate.

The Commission has identified the following areas or topics that may not be considered appropriate areas or topics of continuing education unless the area or topic has the prior written authorization of the Commission. Courses designed for the personal growth, business development, or to specifically benefit the real estate licensee are discouraged. The areas or topics of continuing education that may not be considered appropriate for continuing education include, but are not limited to:

1.

the psychology of selling;

2.

personality assessments;

3.

business development;

4.

personal real estate investing;

5.

retirement planning;

6.

personal or business branding such as dress and presentation techniques;

7.

motivational classes or seminars;

8.

time management classes;

9.

sales and marketing techniques unrelated to real estate;

10.

instruction in the use of technology, computers, or other devices; and

11.

training in social media;

Courses that have already been issued a course approval code may continue until such time as further approval may be required.

(d)

Courses Exceeding Twenty-Four Hours. The Commission will accept any course for continuing education credit that exceeds twenty-four classroom hours in length only if such course also meets all requirements for approval as a Sales Postlicense course.

(e)

Repeating Courses. A licensee who has successfully completed a course to meet any part of such licensee's continuing education credit may not repeat that course unless at least one full year has passed since the completion of that course.

(f)

Effective July 1, 2020, any course developed to qualify as a continuing education course on the topic of license law under Rule 520-1-.05(1)(e) shall have a minimum of three credit hours and shall contain a review of material limited to the following areas of license law:

(1)

The effects on license status by a licensee of prohibited conduct found in O.C.G.A. § 43-40-15(c), (d), (e), (f), (g), (h), (i), (j), (k), and (m);

(2)

Requirements of a qualifying broker and an affiliated licensee upon transfer of a license from one firm to another under O.C.G.A. 43-40-19 and Rule 520-1-.07(5);

(3)

Requirements of a qualifying broker and affiliate licensee concerning trust or escrow accounts under O.C.G.A. § 43-40-20 and under Rule 520-1-.08;

(4)

Unfair trade practices prohibited by O.C.G.A. § 43-40-25(b);

(5)

Brokerage relationships under Rule 520-1-.06;

(6)

Management responsibilities of real estate firms under Rule 520-1-.07(4), (5) and 6;

(7)

Advertising under O.C.G.A. § 43-40-25(b)(1), (2), (11), (12) and (21) and Rule 520-1-.09;

(8)

Handling real estate transactions under Rule 520-1-.10; and

(9)

Licensees acting as principals under Rule 520-1-.11.

(7)

Teaching Methods. While instructors may use such teaching methods as lecture, discussion, questions and answers, etc. in in-class sessions, instruction should also include role play, simulations, or other similar instructional techniques designed to assist students in mastering such skills as writing offers, presenting offers, calculating costs, pricing property, and complying with fair housing laws.

(8)

Interactive Instruction Required. Schools must present courses to students through interactive instructional techniques. Examples of interactive instruction include such teaching techniques as providing a student (1) the opportunity for immediate exchange with an instructor in a classroom setting and (2) immediate assessment and remediation through computer assisted or other audio or audiovisual interactive instruction. Schools shall not attempt to provide instruction primarily by having students (a) read text material, (b) listen to audio tapes, (c) watch video tapes or films, or (d) study questions similar to those on the state licensing examinations or by combining elements of (a) through (d) above.

(9)

Distance Education Courses. Distance education is comprised of courses in which instruction does not take place in a traditional classroom setting but rather through other media in which distance and time separate teacher and student. Schools generally deliver distance education courses through such media as telecommunications or by computer. The Commission approves distance education courses:

(a)

that meet all of the requirements of this chapter, or

(b)

for which the applicant provides satisfactory documentation that the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (ARELLO) has certified the course as meeting its distance education standards. Any Commission approval based on such an ARELLO certification will cease immediately upon notice from ARELLO that ARELLO has discontinued such certification of the course for any reason. Synchronous Internet Courses or "Webinar" Courses require ARELLO certification. In distance education courses, a credit hour is defined as sixty minutes of instruction.

(10)

Computer-Based Courses. The Commission approves the offering of computer-based courses that meet the specific standards of this Rule and all other applicable requirements of this Chapter.

(a)

Teach to Mastery. Every course offered under this Rule must teach to mastery. Teaching to mastery means that the course must, at a minimum:

1.

divide the material into major units as approved by the Commission;

2.

divide each of the major units of content into modules of instruction for delivery on a computer;

3.

specify the learning objectives for each module of instruction. The learning objectives must be comprehensive enough to insure that if all the objectives are met, the student will master the entire content of the course;

4.

specify an objective, quantitative criterion for mastery used for each learning objective;

5.

implement a structured learning method by which each student is able to attain each learning objective;

6.

provide means of diagnostic assessment of each student's performance on an ongoing basis during each module of instruction. This assessment process must measure what each student has learned and not learned at regular intervals throughout each module of instruction, and the diagnostic assessment must specifically assess the mastery of each concept covered in the content material.

7.

provide a means of tailoring the instruction to the needs of each student as identified in (10) (a) 5. above. The process of tailoring the instruction must insure that each student receives adequate remediation for specific deficiencies identified by the diagnostic assessment;

8.

continue the appropriate remediation on an individualized basis until the student demonstrates achievement of each mastery criterion;

9.

require that the student demonstrate mastery of all material covered by the learning objectives for the module before the student completes the module; and

10.

consist of interactive computer-based instructional material which will reasonably require a student completing the course to expend the number of hours for which the school offers the course.

(b)

Documentation of Methodology. Prior to the development of specific computer-based courses to be offered to meet prelicense, postlicense, and continuing education requirements, a school must submit to the Commission for its approval satisfactory documentation of the method by which the course will accomplish each element of mastery in paragraph (a) of this Rule. If the Commission authorizes that method, the school may utilize that method in developing any courses it may offer to meet licensees' education requirements under this chapter. The school must base the rationale for the educational processes implemented with computer-based study on sound instructional strategies systematically designed and proven effective through educational research and development. The school must specify the basis and rationale for any proposed instructional approach in any request for approval.

(c)

Required Testing and Evaluation of Courses. Courses offered under this Rule must also meet the criteria outlined in this Rule except those covering in-class instruction. Except where the Commission has granted permission in writing to do otherwise, persons developing computer-based courses must:

1.

when developing prelicense courses for salespersons and community association managers, utilize at least nine persons in testing programs in order to evaluate for the developer the quality of content and the user friendliness of software and hardware. Of those nine persons, at least three must be unlicensed, at least three must be licensed salespersons or community association managers, and at least six must be non-educators. Persons developing any other courses for education credit for licensees must utilize at least six persons in testing programs in order to evaluate for the developer the quality of the content and the user friendliness of software and hardware. Of those six persons at least four must be non-educators and no more than two may be brokers, unless the course will only be offered to brokers. Persons developing such courses must document that those testing the programs have varying skill and knowledge levels of computers and real estate; and

2.

make reasonably available to an authorized representative of the Commission documentation on the development and testing processes utilized in its computer-based courses.

(d)

The Commission has determined that the following types of programs do not meet the requirements of this Rule:

1.

those programs that consist primarily of text material presented on a computer or other audio or audiovisual programs rather than in printed material;

2.

those programs that consist primarily of questions similar to those on the state licensing examination;

3.

Those programs that consist primarily of combinations of the elements in 1. and 2. above.

(e)

An approved instructor and/or the school coordinator/director must supervise the grading of the written course work required of students in computer-based courses.

(f)

Every computer-based course for the Community Association Managers Prelicense Course must consist of interactive computer-based programs that will reasonably require the student to expend at least twenty-five hours in completing the content areas identified in paragraph (4) of this Rule. Every computer-based course for the Salespersons Prelicense course must consist of interactive computer-based programs that will reasonably require the student to expend seventy-five hours in completing the content areas identified in paragraph (4) of this Rule. Every computer-based course for the Sales Postlicense Course must consist of interactive computer-based programs that will reasonably require the student to expend twenty-five hours in completing the content areas identified in paragraph (4) of this Rule. Every computer-based course for the Brokers Prelicense course must consist of interactive computer-based programs that will reasonably require the student to expend sixty hours in completing the content areas identified in paragraph (4) of this Rule. Every computer-based course for continuing education must consist of interactive computer-based instructional material that will reasonably require the student completing the course to expend the number of hours for which the school offers the course.

(g)

Every school offering a computer-based course under the requirements of this Chapter must offer those courses under an instructor. For the Community Association Managers, Salespersons Prelicense, and Brokers Prelicense courses, the school must offer those courses under an approved instructor. Every instructor in a computer-based course must:

1.

be available to answer students' questions or provide them assistance as necessary;

2.

provide reasonable oversight of students' work in order to insure that the student who completes the work is the student who is enrolled in the course;

3.

certify students as successfully completing a computer-based course only if the student:

(i)

has completed all instructional modules required to demonstrate mastery of the material,

(ii)

has attended any hours of live instruction and/or testing required for a given course, and

(iii)

has passed the final examination for the Community Association Managers, Salespersons Prelicense, Sales Postlicense, Brokers Prelicense or any test required by a continuing education course.

4.

obtain from each student the following certification statement:

I certify that I have personally completed each assigned module of instruction. I understand that if any other person has completed any module of instruction or any part of this course required for completion of the course, the school may not award credit for the course or may withdraw credit already awarded for the course.

Date Student's Signature

A school or instructor may permit a student to complete this statement in an electronic or internet format in any computer-based or distance learning course. A school must provide prior documentation or demonstration to the Commission of the method by which the school will acquire this statement. The Commission must authorize the method of requiring this certification.

(h)

Schools may provide homework exercises, contract forms, or other assessment exercises required in courses in a computer-based or internet delivery format. A school must provide prior documentation or demonstration to the Commission of the delivery methods prior to offering such exercises or assessments. The Commission must authorize the delivery method offered by the school.

(i)

Schools may permit students in computer-based or distance-learning courses to complete written homework exercises, standard forms, or other assessment exercises. Each written assignment a student submits for completion of a computer-based or distance learning course must include the following:

"I certify that I have personally completed this assignment. I understand that if any other person has completed any assignment, contract form, or other written assessment required for completion of the course, the school may not award credit for the course or may withdraw credit already awarded for the course."

Date Student's Signature

(11)

Course Examinations. Every Community Association Managers Prelicense, Salespersons Prelicense, Sales Postlicense, and Brokers Prelicense Courses must conclude with an examination administered by the approved school.

(a)

Scheduling. Schools shall administer final examinations for every Salesperson Prelicense and Brokers Prelicense Courses on a day when the course holds no in-class instruction. Schools may administer final examinations for every Community Association Managers Prelicense Course and Salespersons Postlicense Course on the last day of in-class instruction.

(b)

Passing Score. On final examinations administered for Community Association Managers Prelicense, Salespersons Prelicense, Sales Postlicense, and Brokers Prelicense Courses, schools must require that students achieve a passing score on the final examination that is consistent with the passing score required on state qualifying examinations for these licenses unless a school has first obtained the written permission of the Commission to require a different passing score.

(c)

Retaking a Course Examination. Schools may elect to allow any student who fails to achieve a passing score to take another examination on another day without repeating instruction. If a student fails to achieve a passing score on a second final examination, the student must repeat all instruction of that course before taking another examination.

(d)

Security. Schools must maintain at least two forms of a final examination for each course and must provide the Commission, upon its request, with reasonable assurances that examinations are secure from distribution to students except upon administration of an examination. These final examinations are evaluation tools, not teaching tools. While schools may supply students with information regarding their individual proficiency in areas of the examination, they must not review specific questions from these examinations with students. The Commission may impose any sanction permitted by law on the approval of any school and/or instructor that fails to provide proper security for examinations.

(e)

Content Areas for Salespersons Prelicense Examination. The final examination for the Salespersons Prelicense Course must include at least five questions each on (a) brokerage engagements, (b) legal descriptions and legal aspects of contracts, (c) methods of payment and earnest money, (d) special stipulations and writing sales contracts, (e) leases and fair housing, (f) licensees acting as principals, (g) anti-trust laws, (h) basic finance, (i) loan types, (j) pricing property, (k) seller's costs, (l) qualifying purchasers and purchaser's costs, (m) contract closing, and (n) such other matters as the Commission may from time to time require or authorize.

(f)

Examination Formats. Final Examinations for prelicense and postlicense courses should attempt to measure the student's competence in the knowledge or skills taught in the course. A school need not submit a course final examination to the Commission if: (1) the examination consists of multiple choice questions with a minimum of four choices of answers for each question; (2) the final examination for the Salespersons Prelicense Course and the Brokers Prelicense Course consists of no fewer than one hundred questions; and (3) the final examination for the Community Association Managers Prelicense Course and the Sales Postlicense Course consists of no fewer than fifty questions. A school must submit to the Commission for approval any course final examination that does not meet the above criteria prior to the examination's being administered for the course.

(g)

Proctoring. Schools must provide proctors for all final examinations for prelicense and postlicense courses and for any continuing education courses that require the passing of a final examination in order to receive credit for the course. The school director, coordinator, approved instructor, or other person designated by the school director or coordinator may administer or proctor final examinations in courses. The school director or coordinator must insure that examinations are conducted according to the requirements of this chapter.

(12)

Alternatives for Meeting Prelicense Course Requirements.

(a)

College Courses. Applicants for examination may qualify to sit for examination by presenting college transcripts that show courses in real estate subjects of at least ten quarter hours or six semester hours if the application is for the salesperson's examination or fifteen quarter hours or nine semester hours if the application is for the broker's examination. Applicants for the community association manager's examination may qualify to sit for the examination by presenting college transcripts that show real estate courses of at least four quarter hours or two semester hours with a concentration in community associations and community association management.

1.

Applicants must submit an official transcript at the time of making application for examination; and the applicant may be required to provide a description of the course or courses from the school's catalogue or bulletin.

2.

Only courses which count towards the student's obtaining a major in the field of real estate or courses dealing with principles, fundamentals, or essentials of real estate and only courses in agency, real property law, and contract law at a school of law will satisfy this requirement. College correspondence courses and courses that qualify for continuing education units do not satisfy the requirements of this Rule.

(b)

Credits for Instructors. The Commission shall approve as meeting the education requirements for examination any instructor who submits satisfactory proof that he or she has taught a course or courses named in this Rule within two years prior to making application to sit for an examination.

(c)

Sales I, Sales II, and Sales III. Applicants who successfully completed all three of the Sales I, Sales II, and Sales III courses prior to January 1, 1993, may present certificates of completion of those courses from approved schools in order to sit for the qualifying examination for a salesperson's license.

(d)

Courses Approved by Other Jurisdictions. Prelicense education courses for community association managers, salespersons, and brokers authorized by the regulatory body that regulates real estate licensees in any state, district, territory, possession, or province of the United States or Canada are approved as meeting the corresponding prelicense education requirements in Georgia provided that such courses are similar in credit hours earned to Commission required prelicense courses and are offered through classroom instruction or through computer-based instruction that is consistent with the standards of these regulations.

(13)

Alternatives for Meeting Continuing Education Requirements.

The Commission shall deem a licensee to have met the continuing education requirement of O.C.G.A. § 43-40-8(e) for a renewal period if the licensee successfully completes in a renewal period any of the following courses that have at least the total number hours of instruction the law requires the licensee to complete:

(a)

Prelicense and Post-license Courses. Licensees may obtain continuing education credits by successfully completing during a renewal period a Community Association Managers Prelicense, Salespersons Prelicense, Sales Post-license, or Brokers Prelicense course. Salespersons who complete the twenty-five hour Sales Post-license course in their first year of licensure may count that course as meeting nine (9) hours of the continuing education requirement for the first renewal period.

(b)

College Courses. A licensee may obtain continuing education credit for a renewal period by completing at an accredited college or university any course of four quarter hours or two semester hours

1.

which counts toward obtaining a major in the field of real estate or courses dealing with principles, fundamentals, or essentials of real estate;

2.

which counts toward obtaining a major in business administration, accounting, finance, or marketing offered by a college or university accredited by one the regional accrediting associations recognized by the United States Department of Education; and

3.

in courses in agency, real property law, and contract law at an accredited school of law. Licensees may not use college correspondence courses or college continuing education courses to qualify under this Rule.

(c)

Credits for Instructors. The Commission shall deem the continuing education requirement for a real estate renewal period as met by any instructor who submits satisfactory written proof that he or she has taught any of the courses offered under the requirements of this Chapter for a total of the hours required under Rule 520-1-.05(1) (d) during the renewal period in which the instructor is applying for a renewal of a real estate license.

(d)

Non-resident Licensees. The Commission shall deem the continuing education requirement as met by any nonresident licensee who submits satisfactory written proof that he or she has met the continuing education requirement of his or her state of residence during the renewal period in which the licensee is applying for a renewal of a real estate license. If the state of residence of a nonresident licensee does not require continuing education, then such nonresident licensee must meet the continuing education requirements of a resident licensee.

(e)

Courses Approved by Other Jurisdictions. Licensees may use continuing education courses authorized by the regulatory body that regulates real estate licensees in any state, district, territory, possession, or province of the United States or Canada to count toward meeting the continuing education requirement for real estate licensees in Georgia. The Commission deems such courses as meeting continuing education requirements only if a school offers the courses through classroom instruction or through computer based instruction that is consistent with the standards for computer based courses or distance education described in this Rule and only if the course is for three or more credit hours.

(14)

Verification of Course Completion.

The Commission may require licensees completing courses under this Rule to submit transcripts or other verification of completion that the Commission deems necessary and adequate.

Cite as Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 520-2-.04

Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 43-40-2, 43-40-8, 43-40-25.

History. Original Rule entitled "Instructors and School Directors/Principals" adopted as ER. 520-2-0.2-.04. F. and eff. July 5, 1974, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: Permanent Rule of same title adopted. F. Sept. 26, 1975; eff. Oct. 16, 1975.

Amended: F. Jan. 17, 1977; eff. Feb. 6, 1977.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Resident Course for Broker's Examination" adopted. F. June 13, 1979; eff. July 3, 1979.

Amended: F. June 5, 1980; eff. July 1, 1980, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: F. Aug. 5, 1982; eff. Nov. 1, 1982, as specified by the Agency.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Salesperson's First Year and Second Year Courses" adopted. F. Nov. 14, 1983; eff. Jan. 1, 1984, as specified by the Agency.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Course Examinations" adopted. F. July 10, 1986; eff. January 1, 1987, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: F. Sept. 15, 1988; eff. Oct. 5, 1988.

Amended: F. Nov. 10, 1988; eff. Dec. 1, 1988, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: F. Nov. 16, 1990; eff. Dec. 6, 1990.

Amended: F. June 13, 1991; eff. July 3, 1991.

Amended: F. Aug. 17, 1993; eff. Sept. 6, 1993.

Amended: F. Apr. 7, 1994; eff. Apr. 27, 1994.

Amended: F. Sept. 8, 1995; eff. Sept. 28, 1995.

Amended: F. June 14, 1996; eff. July 4, 1996.

Amended: F. Nov. 14, 1996; eff. Jan. 1, 1997, as specified by the Agency.

Amended: F. Mar. 2, 1999; eff. Mar. 22, 1999.

Amended: F. Feb. 14, 2002; eff. Mar. 6, 2002.

Amended: F. Apr. 11, 2002; eff. May 1, 2002.

Repealed: New Rule entitled "Real Estate Courses" adopted. F. May 2, 2005; eff. May 22, 2005.

Amended: F. Jan. 12, 2006; eff. Feb. 1, 2006.

Amended: F. Aug. 15, 2007; eff. Sept. 4, 2007.

Amended:Nov. 2, 2011; eff. Nov. 22, 2011.

Amended: F. July 10, 2014; eff. August 1, 2014, as specified by the Agency.

Amended:Aug. 14, 2014; eff. Sept. 3, 2014.

Amended: F. June 9, 2016; eff. June 29, 2016.

Amended: F. Jan. 21, 2020; eff. July 1, 2020, as specified by the Agency.

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-12

To be eligible for certification as a land surveyor-in-training, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

(1) (A) Earn a bachelor's degree in a curriculum approved by the board;

(B) Earn an associate degree, or its equivalent, in a curriculum approved by the board and acquire not less than two years of combined office and field experience in land surveying of a nature satisfactory to the board; or

(C) Earn a high school diploma, or its equivalent, and acquire not less than four years' experience in land surveying of a nature satisfactory to the board;

(2) Acquire a minimum of 15 quarter hours' credit, or its equivalent, in land surveying subjects in a course of study approved by the board; provided, however, that on and after January 1, 1995, the minimum requirement shall be 20 quarter hours' credit, five of which shall be in hydrology; and

(3) Subsequently pass the board approved examination in the fundamentals of land surveying (land surveyor-in-training examination).

O.C.G.A. § 43-15-13

To be eligible for a certificate of registration as a land surveyor, an applicant must meet the following minimum requirements:

(1) (A) Obtain certification as a land surveyor-in-training under subparagraph (A) of paragraph (1) and paragraph (3) of Code Section 43-15-12;

(B) Acquire a specific record of the equivalent of not less than four years of combined office and field experience in land surveying with a minimum of three years' experience in responsible charge of land surveying projects under the supervision of a registered land surveyor or such other supervision deemed by the board to be the equivalent thereof; and

(C) Subsequently pass a written examination on the principles and practices of land surveying and the laws of this state relating to land surveying (land surveyor examination);

(2) (A) Obtain certification as a land surveyor-in-training under subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) and paragraph (3) of Code Section 43-15-12;

(B) Acquire an additional specific record of the equivalent of not less than four years of combined office and field experience in land surveying which, together with the qualifying experience under subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) of Code Section 43-15-12, includes not less than four years' experience in responsible charge of land surveying projects under the supervision of a registered land surveyor or such other supervision deemed by the board to be the equivalent thereof; and

(C) Subsequently pass a written examination on the principles and practices of land surveying and the laws of Georgia relating to land surveying (land surveyor examination); or

(3) (A) Obtain certification as a land surveyor-in-training under subparagraph (C) of paragraph (1) and paragraph (3) of Code Section 43-15-12;

(B) Acquire an additional specific record of not less than four years of experience in land surveying which, together with the qualifying experience under subparagraph (C) of paragraph (1) of Code Section 43-15-12, includes not less than six years' experience in responsible charge of land surveying under the supervision of a registered land surveyor or such other supervision deemed by the board to be the equivalent thereof and of a grade and character satisfactory to the board indicating that the applicant is competent to practice land surveying; and

(C) Subsequently pass a written examination on the principles and practices of land surveying and laws of this state relating to land surveying (land surveyor examination).

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. § 43-15-22

(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. § 43-15-23.1

(a) The practice of or offer to practice land surveying, as defined in this chapter, by individual land surveyors registered under this chapter through a firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or other entity offering land surveying services to the public or by a firm, corporation, professional corporation, partnership, association, or other entity offering land surveying services to the public through individual registered land surveyors 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, professional corporation, partnership, association, or entity who act in its behalf as land surveyors 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 land surveying in this state and of an individual or individuals duly registered to practice land surveying within this state who shall be in responsible charge of the practice of land surveying 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 land surveying in this state and of an individual or individuals duly registered to practice land surveying in this state who shall be in responsible charge of the practice of land surveying 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 land surveying in this state who shall be in responsible charge of the practice of land surveying 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.

(3) Every firm, partnership, corporation, or other entity which performs or offers to perform surveying services shall have a resident registered land surveyor in responsible charge in each separate branch office in which surveying services are performed or offered to be performed. A resident means a registrant who spends the majority of his or her normal working time at his or her place of business. The registrant can be the resident licensee at only one place of business at one time.

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. § 43-15-6

(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.

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