Please address the following comments:
- Show all FDC locations on final plan.
- FDC must be on the front of the building unless otherwise approved.
- Water flow analysis may be required to determine the correct water main size to meet sprinkler system demand and fire flow requirements due to the size of the building.
- Fire apparatus access road is greater than 150’. An approved fire apparatus turnaround must be provided.
- The type of Building Construction according to the International Building Code must be present on the plans.
Please add the following Fire & Life Safety Notes:
- Contractor shall maintain an all-weather access for emergency vehicles at all times during construction
- New hydrants must be brought into service prior to combustible materials delivered to the job site
- Hydrant must be within 150' of the FDC (measured as the truck drives for practical use)
- FDC must be within 40' of fire apparatus placement
- Landscaping or parking cannot block or impede the FDC or fire hydrants. A 3-foot clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of the hydrant and FDC
- Additional fire protection and accessibility requirements may be required due to any special circumstances concerning the project.
- Private Underground Fire Lines require a separate underground fire line permit from the Wilmington Fire and Life Safety Division 910-343-0696
- Contractor shall submit a Radio Signal Strength Study for all commercial buildings that demonstrates that existing emergency responder radio signal levels meet the requirements of Section 510 of the 2018 NC Fire Code.
- All isolation valves within the “Hot Box” shall be electrically supervised. Please work closely with your fire sprinkler and alarm installer in regards to running wire for tamper switch.