This book begins by reviewing the basics of fire protection, fire-
resistance and fire-protection ratings and the pass/fail criteria
established by the test standards. It then discusses in detail each
provision related to penetrations (definitions, test standards, where
penetration protection is required, sleeves, dissimilar materials,
ducts, installation, inspection, and maintenance); and fire-resistant
joint systems (test criteria, installation, where joints systems are
required, voids at the intersection of exterior walls and floors, and
joints in smoke barriers). After reviewing each of the elements and
the related code requirements, the book then looks at administrative
and non-code issues that affect these elements.
While primarily written to focus on the code requirements related to
these protection features, this book recognizes that the code user
must understand the basic concepts of fire protection as well as
product testing and listing requirements in order to ensure that the
correct product is selected and properly installed. Therefore, this
book has been written to include some non-code items, guidance
on how these provisions may need to be administratively applied,
or where the reader can obtain additional assistance or guidance.
Because the book looks at each specific code section or provision,
it could be used to determine the details of a provision and what
is needed to comply with that specific requirement. On the other
hand, because the book addresses multiple code subjects and
provisions, it can be used to gain a better understanding of how the
code protects buildings and occupants from the hazards of fire and
smoke.