5-15: AMENDMENTS TO THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE:
   A.   The following provisions of the International Fire Code, 2018 edition as published by the International Code Council, Inc. are hereby amended as follows:
   B.   Section 101.1 Title. INSERT: [name of jurisdiction] as "City of Eloy."
      Section 101.2.1 Appendices. REVISE as follows:
         Provisions of the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted; therefore, the following appendices are adopted as part of this code and shall include:
         Appendix A - Board of Appeals
         Appendix B - Fire Flow Requirements for Buildings
         Appendix C - Fire Hydrant Locations and Distribution
         Appendix D - Fire Apparatus Access Roads
         Appendix E - Hazard Categories
         Appendix G - Cryogenic Fluids-Weight and Volume Equivalents (as reference information)
         Appendix H - Hazardous Materials Management Plan (HMMP) and Hazardous Materials Inventory Statement (HMIS) Instructions
         Appendix I - Fire Protection Systems-Noncompliant Conditions
         Appendix K - Construction Requirements for Existing Ambulatory Care Facilities
         Appendix L - Requirements for Fire Fighter Air Replenishment Systems
         Appendix N - Indoor Trade Shows and Exhibitions
         Appendix O - Special Even Guidelines
   SECTION 103 DEPARTMENT OF FIRE PREVENTION
      Section 103.2 Appointment. This section is REVISED as follows:
         The Fire Code Official, which may also be referred to as the Fire Marshal, shall be appointed by the chief appointing authority of the Eloy Fire District; the Building Official shall have equal responsibility for enforcement of this code and may serve alternately where reference is made to the fire code official.
   SECTION 105 PERMITS
      Section 105.1.1 Permits required. This section is REVISED and reads as follows:
         Any property owner or authorized agent who intends to conduct an operation or business, or install or modify systems and equipment which is regulated by this code, or cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the Fire Code Official for operational permits, and to the Building Official for construction permits, and obtain the required permits.
      Section 105.2 Application. REVISE this section to read as follows:
         Applications for a permit required by this code shall be made to the Fire Code Official and/or Building Official as prescribed by Section 105.1.1, in such form and detail by the applicable jurisdiction. Applications for permit shall be accompanied by such plans as prescribed by the applicable jurisdiction.
      Section 105.3.2. Extensions. This section is REVISED by REPLACING "fire code official" with "applicable code official" in the second sentence and ADDING the following to the end of the paragraph:
         Requests for extensions shall be made prior to expiration of the permit and shall not be granted if this code or other pertinent law or ordinances have been amended subsequent to the date of application. To renew a permit after expiration, a new application and plans shall first be submitted and renewal fees shall apply as required for new permits.
      Section 105.3.3 Occupancy prohibited before approval. This section is REVISED as follows:
         The building or structure shall not be occupied prior the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy by the Fire Code Official and Building Official.
      Section 105.3.4 Conditional permits. DELETE all text in this section and REPLACE with the following:
         Temporary Certificate of Occupancy. The Building Official is authorized to issue a temporary certificate of occupancy for limited or conditional use of a building or structure when requested by the permit applicant and upon approval of the fire code official. All life-safety provisions required as a condition of the permit shall be completed before requests will be considered.
      Section 105.3.7 Information on the permit. REVISE as follows:
         The Building Official and/or Fire Code Official shall issue all permits required by this code on an approved form furnished for that purpose. The permit application shall be completed and signed by the applicant and all relevant information provided. The building permit shall not be issued until the fire permit has been issued by the fire code official."
      Section 105.4.1 Submittals. REVISE this section to read as follows:
         Construction documents and supporting data shall be submitted in two or more sets with each application for a permit as required by the fire code official. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by local law for the design of fire protection systems and alarms.
      105.7.26 Access-controlled egress doors. A construction permit is required to install or modify the connection to the fire alarm system for access-controlled egress doors in accordance with Section 1008.1.3.4.
      105.7.27 Delayed egress locks. A construction permit is required to install to the fire alarm system for delayed egress locks in accordance with Section 1008.1.8.6.
   SECTION 107 INSPECTIONS. ADD new Section 107.5 to read as follows:
      107.5 On-site construction documents. One set of approved construction documents shall be on the job site for each inspection. Failure to have approved construction documents on site shall result in canceling the inspection and is subject to assessment of a fee in accordance with the adopted fee schedule of the City of Eloy and Eloy Fire District.
   SECTION 109 BOARD OF APPEALS
      Section 109.1 Board of appeals. DELETE this entire section and REPLACE with the following text:
         Appeals of interpretations and decisions by the Fire Code Official or Building Official of the fire code shall be made to the Chief of the Eloy Fire District.
   SECTION 110 VIOLATIONS
      Section 110.4 Violation penalties. This section is REVISED as follows:
         Persons who violate a provision of this code or fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved documents or directive of the fire code and Fire Code Official or Building Official, or of a permit or certificate issued under provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offence.
   CHAPTER2 DEFINITIONS
   SECTION 202 DEFINITIONS. REVISE this section to include the following definitions:
      FIRE FLOW. The flow rate of a water supply, measured at 20 psi residual pressure that is available for firefighting.
      FORCED AIR CURTAIN DESTRUCTOR. A forced air pit incinerator is utilized for the purpose of disposal of waste vegetative debris.
   CHAPTER 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
   SECTION 307 OPEN BURNING, RECREATIONAL FIRES AND PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACE
      Section 307.2.1 Authorization amended to read as follows:
         No fire shall be kindled or any weeds or debris burned on any premises, street, alley vacant lot or agricultural land within the city limits without first obtaining a permit from the Pinal County Department of Air Pollution Control followed by issuance of a Fire Department permit pursuant to Section 105.6.32.
   CHAPTER 5 FIRE SERVICE FEATURES
   SECTION 503 FIRE SERVICE APPARATUS ACCESS ROADS
      503.1 Where required. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Sections 503.1.1 through 503.1.3 and Appendix D.
      503.1.4. Temporary Fire Department access. Temporary Fire Department access shall comply with Fire Department requirements. No construction on any project may proceed until such time as the fire protection plan for the project has been approved by the fire code official.
      503.6 Security gates. The installation of security gates across a fire apparatus access road shall be approved by the fire chief. Where automatic security gates are installed, they shall have a preemption device and a key override switch for entry and exit. The security gates and the emergency operation shall be maintained operational at all times.
         1.   The gate when fully opened shall provide a minimum clear width of 20 feet. The turning radius for fire department apparatus shall not be affected by the placement of the arm or gate.
   CHAPTER 9 FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS
   SECTION 903 AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYTEMS
      Sections 903.2.1.1 through 903.2.9 shall be amended as follows:
      903.2.1.1 Group A-1. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-1 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
         1.   The fire area exceeds 5000 square feet.
         2.   The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
         3.   The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.
         4.   The fire area contains a multi-theater complex.
      903.2.1.3 Group A-3. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-3 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
         1.   The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet.
         2.   The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
         3.   The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.
      903.2.1.4 Group A-4. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group A-4 occupancies where one of the following conditions exists:
         1.   The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet
         2.   The fire area has an occupant load of 300 or more.
         3.   The fire area is located on a floor other than a level of exit discharge serving such occupancies.
      903.2.3 Group E. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group E occupancies as follows:
         1.   Throughout all Group E fire areas greater than 5,000 square feet in area.
         2.   Throughout every portion of educational buildings below the lowest level of exit discharge serving that portion of the building.
         Exception: An automatic sprinkler system is not required in any area below the lowest level of exit discharge serving that area where every classroom throughout the building has at least one exterior exit door at ground level.
      903.2.4 Group F-1/F-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing a Group F-1/F-2 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
         1.   A Group F-1/F-2 fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet.
         2.   A Group F-1/F-2 fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
         3.   The combined area of all Group F-1/F-2 fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 5,000 square feet.
         4.   A Group F-1/F-2 occupancy used for the manufacture of upholstered furniture or mattresses exceeds 2,500 square feet.
      903.2.6 Group I. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings with a Group I fire area.
         Exceptions:
         •   An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.2 shall be permitted in Group I-1 facilities.
         •   An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3.1.3 shall be allowed in Group I-1 facilities when in compliance with all of the following:
         A hydraulic design information sign is located on the system riser; 2.2. Exception 1 of Section 903.4 is not applied; and Systems shall be maintained in accordance with the requirements of Section 903.3.1.2 and shall be installed on the entire floor where care is provided and all floors between the level of care and the level of exit discharge, all floors below the level of exit discharge, other than areas classified as an open parking garage.
         •   An automatic sprinkler system is not required where day care facilities are at the level of exit discharge and where every room where care is provided has at least one exterior exit door.
         •   In buildings where Group I-4 day care is provided on levels other than the level of exit discharge, an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.1 shall be installed on the entire floor where care is provided and all floors between the level of care and the level of exit discharge, all floors below the level of exit discharge, other than areas classified as an open parking garage.
         •   Daycare or childcare facilities occurring in single-family dwellings.
      903.2.7 Group M and B occupancies. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings containing a Group M or B occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
         1.   A Group M/B fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet.
         2.   A Group M/B fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
         3.   The combined area of all Group M/B fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines, exceeds 5,000 square feet.
         4.   A Group M/B occupancy used for the display and sale of upholstered furniture or mattresses exceeds 5,000 square feet.
      Section 903.2.8 Group R shall be amended to read as follows:
         Group R. An automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with Section 903.3 shall be provided in all buildings with a Group R fire area that exceeds 5,000 square feet. The fire area shall only include the livable areas and shall not include unenclosed patio covers, garages or carports.
         Exceptions:
         1.   R-4 occupancies, legally existing as of March 30, 2008, shall not be required to install an automatic sprinkler system unless there is an upward change in the number of occupants the facility is licensed to care for.
         2.   State Licensed residential care/assisted living facilities in which all of the care recipients are capable of self-preservation and responding to an emergency situation without assistance from another person.
         3.   State licensed residential care/assisted living facilities, legally existing as of March 30,2008, in which some or all of the care recipients are incapable of self-preservation or of responding to an emergency situation without assistance from another person.
         4.   R-3 occupancies, and one- and two-family dwellings, built under the requirements of the International Residential Code with less than 5000 square feet of fire area. Unenclosed decks, patios, carports and similar building areas, as well as attached garages, shall not be included in determining the 5000 sq. ft. fire area.
      903.2.9 Group S-1 and S-2. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings containing Group S-1 occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
         1.   Where a Group S-1 or S-2 fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet;
         2.   Where a Group S-1 or S-2 fire area is located more than three stories above grade; or
         3.   Where the combined area of all Group S-1 or S-2 fire areas on all floors, including mezzanines, exceeds 5,000 square feet.
      903.2.9.1 Repair Garages. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout all buildings used as repair garages in accordance with the International Building Code, as follows:
         1.   Buildings two or more stories in height, including basements, with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 5,000 square feet.
         2.   One-story buildings with a fire area containing a repair garage exceeding 5,000 square feet.
         3.   Buildings with a repair garage servicing vehicles parked in the basement.
      903.2.9.2 Bulk storage of tires. Buildings and structures where the area for the storage of tires exceeds 5,000 square feet shall be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system in accordance with Section 903.3.1.
      The following sections shall be added:
      903.6.2 Existing buildings with fire walls. Any addition, alteration or repair causing any portion of the building or structure divided by a fire wall or partition to exceed 5,000 square feet shall be required to conform to the requirements of Section 903.2 for that fire area.
      903.7.1 Protection and security of sprinkler systems. All fire sprinkler risers shall be secured and protected from the environment by being located inside the building or structure with a direct exterior access.
   SECTION 907 FIRE ALARM AND DETECTION SYSTEMS 
      Section 907 Fire Alarm and Detection Systems is amended by ADDING the following section:
      907.11 Interior Tenant Notification. Interior Tenant Notification shall be provided when monitoring of the fire sprinkler system is provided. Group R occupancies are exempt from this requirement.
         Shell Buildings: 1 (one) horn strobe shall be installed and operational within the interior space prior to final. When demising walls are present, 1 (one) horn-strobe shall be installed for each space. Multistory buildings shall require a minimum of 1 (one) horn-strobe per level.
         Tenant Improvements (Shell build-outs): 1 (one) horn-strobe shall be provided for each individual tenant. When a common area is provided serving multiple tenants, a minimum of 1 (one) horn-strobe in the common area shall be provided.
         These requirements may be increased based on occupancy type or at the discretion of the Chief of the Eloy Fire District.
   CHAPTER 31 TENTS, TEMPORARY SPECIAL EVENT STRUCTURES AND OTHER MEMBRANE STRUCTURES
   Chapter 31 Tents, Temporary Special Event Structures and Other Membrane Structures is amended to have the following sections read as follows:
   SECTION 3103 TEMPORARY TENTS AND MEMBRANE STRUCTURES
      3103.8.2 Location. Tents or membrane structures shall not be located within 10 feet (6096 mm) of lot lines, buildings, other tents or membrane structures, parked vehicles or internal combustion engines. For the purpose of determining required distances, support ropes and guy wires shall be considered as part of the temporary membrane structure or tent.
   SECTION 3106 OUTDOOR ASSEMBLY EVENTS
      3106.5 Cooking appliances or devices. Outdoor assembly events with concession stands or booths using cooking appliances or devices shall comply with Sections 3106.5.3 and Appendix O Special Event Guidelines.
   APPENDIX B FIRE FLOW REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS to have the following amendments:
      B105.2 Buildings other than one- and two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 buildings and townhouses. The minimum fire-flow and flow duration for buildings other than one- and two-family dwellings, Group R-3 and R-4 buildings and townhouses shall be as specified in Tables B105.2 and B105.1(2).
   APPENDIX O SPECIAL EVENT GUIDELINES to be amended to read as follows:
      AO101 Seating and/or Site Plans for Indoor or Outdoor Events. Detailed plans will eliminate most of the problems that occur when a Fire Inspector does an inspection. Promoters with events that require a permit shall attach a scaled or detailed floor or site plan to the permit application. A plan will assist the Fire Code Official in determining if the event will be safe and in compliance with codes. The plans shall show the following (provide what is applicable):
         1.   The location and width of all exit doors, aisles in large exhibitor areas, and the main event aisle ways.
         2.   The location, size, and identification number of exhibits, booths, cooking booths, and other display spaces.
         3.   The location and size of propane (LPG) containers.
         4.   The location and width of the fire lanes and the location of fire hydrants.
         5.   The distance from tents to property lines, fences, and structures.
         6.   The location of fire extinguishers, exit lighting, and exit signs
      AO102 Tents and Canopies. Tents exceeding 200 square feet and canopies exceeding 400 square feet require permits.
         Construction documents. A detailed site and floor plan for tents, canopies, air- supported, air-inflated or tensioned membrane structures with an occupant load of 50 or more shall be provided with each application for approval. The floor plan shall indicate details of the means of egress, seating capacity, arrangement of the seating and location and type of any heating, food preparation and electrical equipment. The site plan shall indicate distances to lot lines, buildings, other temporary structures and parked vehicles. The temporary structure shall be no closer than 20 feet to the aforementioned (some exceptions may apply).
         Access. Access points to the site, fire lanes and fire hydrants shall be indicated on the site plan. Fire lanes shall be a minimum 20 feet in width and maintained free of obstructions. Fire hydrants shall have a minimum, unobstructed clearance of 20 feet on all sides with clear access to one side from a fire lane.
         Inspections. Required prior to occupancy/use.
      AO102.1 Fire Safety Requirements.
      AO102.1.1 Flame-resistant treatment. Before a permit or approval is granted, the owner or agent shall file with the Fire Code Official a certificate executed by an approved testing laboratory, certifying that the tents, air-supported, air-inflated or tensioned membrane structures and their appurtenances, sidewalls, drops and tops of temporary membrane structures, canopies, tarpaulins, floor coverings, bunting, combustible decorative materials and effects, including sawdust when used on floors or passageways, shall be composed of flame-resistant material or shall be treated with a flame retardant in an approved manner and meet the requirements for flame resistance as determined in accordance with NFPA 701, and that such flame resistance is effective for the period specified by the permit.
      AO102.1.2 Label. Temporary membrane structures, tents or canopies shall have a permanently affixed label bearing the identification of size and fabric or material type.
      AO102.1.3 Certification. An affidavit or affirmation shall be submitted to the Fire Code Official and a copy retained on the premises on which the tent or air-supported structure is located. The affidavit shall attest to the following information relative to the flame resistance of the fabric:
         1.   Names and address of the owners of the tent or air-supported structure.
         2.   Date the fabric was last treated with flame-resistant solution.
         3.   Trade name or kind of chemical used in treatment.
         4.   Name of person or firm treating the material.
         5.   Name of testing agency and test standard by which the fabric was tested.
      AO102.2 Combustible materials. The areas within and adjacent to the tent or air-supported structure, shall be maintained clear of all combustible materials or vegetation that could create a fire hazard within 20 feet from the structure. Combustible trash shall be removed at least once a day from the structure during the period the structure is occupied by the public.
      AO102.3 Smoking. Smoking shall not be permitted in tents or air-supported structures. Approved "No Smoking" signs shall be conspicuously posted.
      AO102.4 Open or exposed flame. Open flame or other devices emitting flame, fire or heat or any flammable or combustible liquids, gas, charcoal or other cooking device are permitted, provided they meet the standards listed in the next section.
      AO102.5 Spot lighting. Spot or effect lighting shall only be by electricity, and all combustible construction located within 6 feet of such equipment shall be protected with approved noncombustible insulation not less than 9.25 inches thick.
      AO102.6 Vegetation removal. Combustible vegetation shall be removed from the area occupied by a tent, air-supported, air-inflated or tensioned membrane structure, temporary membrane structure or canopy and from areas within 30 feet of such structures.
      AO102.7 Waste material. The floor surface inside tents, air-supported, air- inflated or tensioned membrane structures, temporary membrane structures or canopies and the grounds outside and within a 30-foot perimeter shall be kept clear of combustible waste. Such waste shall be stored in approved containers until removed from the premises.
      AO102.8 Portable fire extinguishers. Fire extinguishers with a minimum 2A:10B:C classification are required. The number depends on the size of the structure.
      A103 Concession stands/food vendors: Cooking Equipment and Food Warming Devices. Listed below are approved cooking/warming appliances:
         1.   Microwave and electric ovens
         2.   Electric steam tables
         3.   Electric cook top griddles
         4.   Electric single well deep fat fryer or wok
         Propane/butane use is prohibited inside tents.
      AO103.1 Extinguisher Required. A 2A:10BC fire extinguisher shall be available in each cooking area and a "Type K" extinguisher if deep fat frying or woks are used.
      AO103.2 Tents and Canopies, Outdoor Use for Cooking Booths. Cooking booths shall have a minimum of 10 feet of clearance on two sides.
      AO103.2.1 Appliances with open-flame cooking tops, fryers, skillet frying, and woks cannot be located in a tent or under a canopy.
         Exceptions: Woks and open flame cooking may occur in a booth constructed as follows:
         1.   Use non-combustible siding and roofing materials to construct the main booth or
         2.   The main booth has a metal hood that vents out the top of the booth and the hood perimeter extends a minimum of 6 inches beyond all edges of cooking appliances.
      AO103.2.1.1 When using woks or when deep fat frying, each booth shall have a "Type K" fire extinguisher. Booths with other types of cooking shall have a 40BC type fire extinguisher. Fire extinguishers shall have a tag attached showing the fire extinguisher was serviced within the last twelve months.
      AO103.2.2 Propane or flammable liquids shall not be stored inside.
      AO103.2.3 Propane cylinders less than 500 water gallons in size shall be at least 10 feet from the booth. Propane cylinders 500 water gallons in size shall be at least 25 feet from any booth.
      AO103.2.4 Appliances with open-flame cooking tops, fryers, skillet frying, and woks cannot be located in a tent or under a canopy. Open-flame cook tops are burners with visible flames that heat or make contact with woks, skillets, pans, or similar devices. A secondary hard lid covering the appliances, made of fire-resistive material, and separated by a minimum of 3 feet behind the main booth and from adjacent tents or canopies can be used.
      AO104 Exhibit Booth and Display Requirements
      AO104.1 Travel distance. The travel distance within a booth or a vendor's exhibit area to an accessible exit aisle shall not exceed 50 ft.
      AO104.2 Construction. Booths constructed of combustible materials, foam, wood (< 2" x 4"), cloth, and/or plastic tarps shall be fire retardant.
      AO104.3 Exit in Exhibits. Booth, table and display areas shall be clearly marked so exhibits do not occupy or extend into exits and aisles. Do not block exit doors or fire alarm horns and pull stations, and fire extinguishers.
      AO105 Exits and Aisle Use. All exits shall be available for use by men, women, and children at all times and especially during a fire, or other emergency. Aisles and exits shown on the approved floor or site plans shall be kept clean, clear, and free from obstructions. Easels, signs, displays, and other objects shall not encroach into aisles and exits from the booth, display, or stage areas.
      AO106 Fire Extinguishers. Each event shall have portable extinguishers, the minimum size shall be a U.L classification 2A 10BC and cooking areas using oil shall have a 40BC, and when deep fat frying or using woks a "Type K" is required. Extinguishers shall have a current service tag (serviced within the last 12 months), and be visible and accessible in the booth at all times.
      AO107 Use of Propane at Special Events.
      AO107.1 Indoor Use. The use of propane inside of buildings is prohibited.
      AO107.1.2 Outdoor Use. Propane cylinders less than 500 water gallons in size shall be at least 10 feet from any structure. Propane cylinders 500 water gallons in size shall be at least 25 feet from the structure (not allowed under building eaves). Propane cylinders shall be set on a firm foundation or be adequately secured and protected from potential damage.
      AO108 Electrical Cords, Protection, and Use. Household rated (small thin type) extension cords, spliced cords or homemade receptacles are NOT permitted.
      AO108.1 Protection. Cords subjected to foot or equipment traffic shall be protected from damage.
      AO108.1.2. Cords 3/8" or less in diameter shall be covered with hard plastic "office cord covers" or an approved alternate method.
      AO108.1.3. Cords equal to or larger than 3/8" in diameter shall use a plywood ramp style cover, or an approved alternate method.
         All cord covers shall be secured in place using tape, nails, or other methods.
       AO109 Bouncy Houses/Inflatable Membrane Structures. Shall meet the following and manufacturer's installation and use instructions for staking/stability and safe operation.
      AO109.1 Door operation. During high winds exceeding 5 miles per hour the use of doors in air-supported structures shall be controlled to avoid excessive air loss. Doors shall not be left open. Because the design pressure is critical in maintaining the structural integrity of an air-supported structure, doors shall not be kept open for extended periods. Controls on door usage help prevent excessive losses of internal pressure. When large openings are necessary, such as for vehicular traffic, vestibules help avoid excessive pressure loss.
      AO109.2 Fabric envelope design and construction. Air-supported and air- inflated structures shall have the design and construction of the fabric envelope and the method of anchoring in accordance with Architectural Fabric Structures Institute ASI77.
      AO109.3 Blowers. An air-supported structure used as a place of assembly shall be furnished with not less than two blowers, each of which has adequate capacity to maintain full inflation pressure with normal leakage. The design of the blower shall be so as to provide integral limiting pressure at the design pressure specified by the manufacturer.
      AO109.4 Auxiliary power. Places of public assembly for more than 200 persons shall be furnished with either a fully automatic auxiliary engine-generator set capable of powering one blower continuously for 4 hours, or a supplementary blower powered by an internal combustion engine which shall be automatic in operation. Power cords shall be secured so as not to provide a tripping hazard or be located where vehicle or other traffic may damage the cord, causing a fire or injury risk as per AO108.1.
   End of IFC Amendments. (Ord. 20-900, 12-14-2020)