N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43D-3.13

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:43D-3.13 - Fire extinguisher specifications

(a) There shall be a minimum of two fire extinguishers in the basement, at least one on each floor of the building and as required in kitchen areas in accordance with the provisions set forth in 8:43D-3.1(c)2, all of which shall bear the seal of the Underwriters Laboratories.

(b) The following types of extinguishers shall be provided:

1. In kitchen areas, because of danger of grease fires, extinguishers shall be of the class B dry chemical type 2-B and a minimum of five pounds of pressure. The maximum travel distance to an extinguisher shall be 50 feet.

2. In the basement area, an extinguisher shall be Class B dry chemical type 2-B and a minimum of five pounds of pressure, if oil or gas is used as fuel. The maximum travel distance to an extinguisher shall be 50 feet.

3. In all other areas, a Class A air-pressurized 2 1/2 gallon water type 2-A extinguisher shall be provided. The maximum travel distance to an extinguisher shall be 75 feet.

(c) These rules shall not supersede the Uniform Fire Safety Act, 52:27D-192 et seq., or the Uniform Fire Code, N.J.A.C. 5:70. Where the standards set forth in the Uniform Fire Safety Act or the Uniform Fire Code exceed the standards contained in this chapter, those standards shall apply.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43D-3.13