FIRE HOSE CABINET REQUIREMENT IN IBC, IFC, NFPA? 1

[Adnan86]

I have been searching for the requirement of Fire hose cabinet in IBC & NFPA for so long. I have gone through many threads to get the idea but still there is lot of confusion. I have done some projects wherein I have designed a sprinkler system for buildings less than 9.1m heights and I have not provided any Fire hose cabinet in them as per IBC 905.3.1. But now I have a project which is a site adaptation. The Building is a mosque and was designed by some other consultant. I am wondering why 2 hose valves are provided in this mosque. As per code, this is a light hazard building and the maximum height is 8.8m. I am redesigning it and i am looking if the Fire hose Valves (Not Fire Hose Cabinet) are required by the code.
PLEASE SUGGEST ME WITH EXACT CODE REQUIREMENTS. I HAVE ALSO MADE HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. I AM GETTING 200GPM WITH 50PSI DEMAND PRESSURE WITHOUT ANY HOSE. IF IN CASE I PROVIDE A HOSE, DO I HAVE TO REVISE THE CALCULATION TO GET MINIMUM 65PSI AT THE HOSE.
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[cdafd]

1. Is the local authority requiring it?? If so ask them for code section

2. What code and edition is adopted by local authority??

3 any true stage, horizontal exit




STAGE. A space within a building utilized for entertainment or presentations, which includes overhead hanging curtains, drops, scenery or stage effects other than lighting and sound.

 

[Adnan86]

Thanks cdafd for your response.
1)I have not discussed with local Authority. I want to find the exact code requirement to discuss this matter with them.
2)The local Authority adopts International Building Code.
3)There is not Stage in this building.

 

[cdafd]

Sorry read the op fast

ASK the consultant for the reference

Does not seemed to be required

Should have asked also where exactly are the two valves Being shown?????

 

[Adnan86]

The Fire Hose Valves are shown at the two opposite exterior walls of the mosque. If I try to keep the Hose Valve as it is then the pressure requirement is increasing and may require a Fire Pump.

 

[cdafd]

So it sounds like maybe not enough fire hydrants close enough to the building ????

 

[Adnan86]

Thanks cdafd for your response. We do have Fire Hydrants. But thats the thing I am looking for. Is there any code requirement for such situation. If yes then will it not increase the pressure requirement for the building.

 

[cdafd]

Have seen it a few times, kind of a ahj compromise.
Normaly because of problem withe fire truck access to some exterior portions of the building

Would go back to consultant and ask why he required them

 

[Adnan86]

Ok then, I will clarify this with my Main Consultant. Thanks for your Concern.