Iowa Admin. Code r. 875-62.12

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 8, October 30, 2024

Rule 875-62.12 - Fire protection

(1)Fire extinguishers. The operator shall provide adequate or ensure that adequate fire protection equipment is available within and surrounding the temporary structures that are part of the show. The agent or agency responsible for the permanent structures shall provide or ensure adequate fire protection equipment exists or is available for the permanent structure. The selection, placement and maintenance of fire extinguishers shall be in accordance with Standard for the Installation of Portable Fire Extinguishers, NFPA Number 10-1974.

(2)Flammable waste and materials. An operator shall provide identified covered metal containers for flammable waste such as oily rags and other flammable materials which shall be kept in easily accessible locations. Such containers shall be located so that they will not obstruct means of ingress or egress or aisles.

(3)Flame resistance. All tents occupied for assembly, or those located within that portion of the premises used by the public and all tents in places of assembly in or about which any devices using fuel are operated, and all tarpaulins and decorative materials used in connection with any of these, shall meet the appropriate requirements for resistance to fire prescribed in the Standard for Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films, NFPA Number 701-1969. Safety nets shall be exempt from the above requirements for resistance to fire. The owner shall have a certificate or a test report from an approved testing agency or engineer indicating fire resistance rating is equal to or better than the above standard.

(4)Alarm. The operator shall ensure that the telephone number for the local fire department is conspicuously posted.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 875-62.12