[Added 5-12-2016 by L.L.
No. 11-2016, effective 5-25-2016]
This article shall outline the requirements for the installation,
testing, inspection and maintenance of carbon monoxide detection systems,
alarms, and associated components and devices, as prescribed herein
and shall pertain to all commercial structures, newly constructed
and/or relocated into the Town of Brookhaven, as well as all existing
commercial structures regardless of date of construction. Occupancies
included; A, B, E, F, H, I (regardless of sleeping area locations),
M, and S. Detection systems and alarms shall be in compliance with
the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, but
in the event of a conflict between the Uniform Code and the requirements
of the Town of Brookhaven specified herein, the requirements of the
Town of Brookhaven specified herein shall apply.
A.
APPROVED
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTION CONTROL UNIT
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR
CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY FUNCTIONS
CHIEF FIRE MARSHAL
CONTROL UNIT
FUEL-BURNING APPLIANCE
LISTED
MULTI-PURPOSE ALARM
MULTIPLE-STATION CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
NOTIFICATION APPLIANCE
SINGLE-STATION CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.
A single- or multiple-station carbon monoxide alarm intended
for the purpose of detecting carbon monoxide gas and alerting occupants
by a distinct audible signal comprising an assembly that incorporates
a sensor control component and an alarm notification appliance in
a single unit operated from a power source either located in the unit
or obtained at the point of installation.
A component of the carbon monoxide detection system, provided
with primary and secondary power sources, which receives signals from
initiating devices or other carbon monoxide detection control units,
and processes these signals to determine part or all of the required
carbon monoxide detection system output function(s).
A device connected to an alarm control unit having a sensor
that responds to carbon monoxide.
Building and carbon monoxide functions that are intended
to increase the level of life safety for occupants or to control the
spread of the harmful effects of carbon monoxide.
The Chief Fire Marshal of the Town of Brookhaven.
A system component that monitors inputs and controls outputs
through various types of circuits.
A device or equipment that burns solid, liquid or gaseous
fuel or a combination thereof, for any process, including, but not
limited to, heating, cooking, manufacturing and the like.
A device, component and/or system which has been tested to
an applicable standard and approved by a nationally recognized testing
firm for a specific application/use. Carbon monoxide detectors and
alarms installed in commercial buildings shall be listed in accordance
with UL 2075. Where installation is permitted by these requirements,
hard-wired carbon monoxide alarms shall be listed in accordance with
UL 2034. A carbon monoxide control unit shall be listed for the purpose
for which it is used. Where no carbon monoxide product standard exists,
products listed for fire alarm service shall be permitted. A fire
alarm control panel to which carbon monoxide detectors and alarms
will be connected shall be listed in accordance with UL 864.
An alarm that incorporates detection capabilities for more
than one hazardous condition, such as fire, fuel gas, or carbon monoxide.
A single-station carbon monoxide detection alarm capable
of being interconnected to one or more additional alarms so that the
actuation of one causes the appropriate alarm signal to operate in
all interconnected alarms.
A system component such as a bell, horn, speaker, light,
or text display that provides audible, tactile, or visible outputs,
or any combination thereof.
A detector comprising an assembly that incorporates a sensor,
control components, and an alarm notification appliance in one unit
operated from a power source either located in the unit or obtained
at the point of installation.
B.
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM SIGNAL
SUPERVISORY SIGNAL
TROUBLE SIGNAL
Signals:
A signal indicating a concentration of carbon monoxide at
or above the alarm threshold that could pose a risk to the life safety
of the occupants and that requires an immediate action.
A signal indicating the need for action in connection with
a pre-alarm condition, or in connection with the supervision of protected
premises carbon monoxide safety functions or equipment, or the maintenance
features of related systems.
A signal initiated by a system or device indicative of a
fault in a monitored circuit, system, or component.
C.
CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
COMBINATION CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
COMBINATION SYSTEM
Systems:
A system or portion of a combination system that consists
of a control unit, components, and circuits arranged to monitor and
annunciate the status of carbon monoxide initiating devices and to
initiate the appropriate response to those signals.
A carbon monoxide detection system in which components are
used, in whole or in part, in common with a non-carbon monoxide signaling
system, and in which components are not used as part of a fire alarm
system.
A fire alarm system in which components are used, in whole
or in part, in common with a non-fire signaling system, such as approved
carbon monoxide devices.
A.
Carbon monoxide detection alarms and systems installed within the
Town of Brookhaven shall provide life safety protection and notification
for the premises that requires said installation.
B.
All carbon monoxide detection systems and, where permitted, carbon
monoxide alarms, installed and maintained within the Town of Brookhaven,
shall be in compliance with these requirements, the New York State
Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, NFPA 70, NFPA 72, and NFPA
720.
C.
All carbon monoxide detection devices, including but not limited
to detectors, alarms, and associated components, shall be listed or
approved as specified herein by a nationally recognized testing laboratory
for the purpose for which they are used and shall be installed in
conformity with nationally recognized standards and the manufacturer's
installation specifications.
D.
Where an approved fire alarm system exists within a building that
is capable of being interconnected to carbon monoxide detection devices,
the carbon monoxide detection shall be interconnected to the existing
fire alarm system. Activation of any carbon monoxide detector or alarm
so connected shall neither cause activation of the fire alarm system
and associated audible and visual devices, nor cause transmission
of a fire alarm signal to the central station monitoring said system.
Activation of any carbon monoxide detector or alarm so connected shall
cause activation of a temporal 4 audible alarm, annunciation of a
carbon monoxide activation at the control panel, the transmission
of a carbon monoxide activation signal to the central station monitoring
said system, and initiate the shut-down of all heating, ventilation
and air-conditioning equipment, with the exception of exhaust systems
related to cooking operations.
E.
In buildings without an existing fire alarm system where such system
is not required, and buildings with an approved existing fire alarm
system that is incapable of interconnection of carbon monoxide detection,
carbon monoxide alarms may be permitted to be installed in a manner
prescribed by the Chief Fire Marshal following a review of the existing
conditions.
F.
Where carbon monoxide alarms are permitted, such alarms shall be
hard-wired to the building electrical system and equipped with battery
backup. Such work shall be performed by a licensed electrician.
A.
All carbon monoxide detection and carbon monoxide systems installed
and maintained within the Town of Brookhaven shall be in compliance
with these requirements, the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention
and Building Code, NFPA 70, NFPA 72 and NFPA 720.
B.
All carbon monoxide detection devices shall be listed or approved
by a nationally recognized testing laboratory for the purpose for
which they will be used and shall be installed in conformity with
nationally recognized standards and the manufacturer's instructions
and specifications. All initiating devices and/or circuits, when part
of a carbon monoxide detection system or combination system, shall
latch upon alarm activation. Non-latching system initiating devices
or circuits shall not be permitted.
C.
Carbon monoxide detectors shall be located and installed on the ceiling
in the same room as permanently installed fuel-burning appliances,
in addition to other locations specified by these requirements.
D.
Carbon monoxide detectors shall be centrally located on every habitable
level and in every heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC)
zone of a building. Where multiple HVAC zones exist in the same open
area, and said area is less than 10,000 square feet, one carbon monoxide
detector centrally located in said area shall be permitted. Where
a HVAC zone of a building is 10,000 square feet or more in area, additional
carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed such that no point in
said area is more than 100 feet from a carbon monoxide detector. In
all instances, any spacing requirements specified by the manufacturer
of the carbon monoxide detector(s) installed shall be complied with
and take precedence over the area requirements of this section when
such manufacturer's spacing requirements are more restrictive than
those specified herein.
E.
In "I" occupancies, carbon monoxide detectors shall be installed
on every story containing a sleeping area, within 15 feet of a sleeping
area. More than one carbon monoxide detector shall be provided where
necessary to assure that no sleeping area on such story is more than
15 feet away from a carbon monoxide detector. Carbon monoxide alarms
shall be installed in each sleeping area containing a carbon monoxide
source.
F.
Assembly occupancies shall require additional carbon monoxide detectors
in every room accommodating 50 or more occupants, in addition to other
locations specified by these requirements.
G.
Public waiting areas shall require carbon monoxide detection devices
within the space, in addition to other locations specified by these
requirements.
H.
Upon activation of any system or device detecting carbon monoxide,
a temporal 4 audible signal separate and distinct from a fire alarm
audible signal shall be initiated, advising the occupants of the presence
of carbon monoxide.
I.
The activation of a carbon monoxide detection system shall initiate
the shut-down of all heating, ventilation and air-conditioning equipment,
with the exception of exhaust systems related to cooking operations.
J.
Carbon monoxide detectors that are ceiling-mounted shall be located
a minimum of 12 inches from any wall or as specified by manufacturer's
specifications.
K.
Carbon monoxide detectors that are wall-mounted shall be a minimum
of 80 inches off the finished floor and at least six inches from the
ceiling or as specified by manufacturer's specifications.
L.
Carbon monoxide detectors shall be located a minimum of 36 inches
from any HVAC supply or return register.
M.
Carbon monoxide detectors are considered life safety devices and
therefore shall send trouble signals to the control panel and facilitate
wiring supervision.
N.
Carbon monoxide detectors interconnected to fire alarm control panels
shall initiate a temporal four alarm sequence upon activation of the
carbon monoxide detector.
O.
Where an approved existing fire alarm control panel is not capable
of a temporal four-alarm sequence, internal sounding bases for the
carbon monoxide detectors may be an acceptable alternative, upon review
and approval of the Chief Fire Marshal.
P.
All system-initiating devices and circuits shall latch upon alarm
activation.
All carbon monoxide detection systems shall be supervised by
a UL-listed central station or, where permitted, a continuously staffed
supervising station located on the premises, with means of initiating
the notification sequence as prescribed below.
A.
Upon receipt of a carbon monoxide detection alarm signal by the central
station or supervising station, the following notification sequence
shall be followed:
B.
Upon receipt of a carbon monoxide detection supervisory or trouble
signal by the central station or supervising station, the following
notification shall be made: building management/owner and/or other
emergency contact(s).
A.
The following reference standards shall be utilized for design, installation,
testing, inspection and maintenance. The applicable edition of each
reference standard specified herein shall be that as specified by
the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code.
B.
Where a conflict exists between the reference standards and the requirements
of the Town of Brookhaven specified herein, the requirements of the
Town of Brookhaven as specified herein shall apply.
A.
Buildings/Structures exempted.
(1)
No carbon monoxide detection shall be required in buildings/structures
that:
(2)
Should, at any time, conditions change that cause a building/structure
to not comply with any of the above exceptions, the building owner
shall immediately make notification to the Division of Fire Prevention,
and the appropriate carbon monoxide detection shall be installed in
compliance with the requirements herein.
B.
The Chief Fire Marshal may allow deviations from the listed reference
standards and/or these requirements in whole or in part, when it has
been conclusively proven to the Chief Fire Marshal that such deviations
are necessary and practical, while ensuring the performance intent
of these requirements is met.
All persons, firms, business entities or corporations installing,
inspecting, testing, and providing maintenance on any carbon monoxide
detection system, combination carbon monoxide detection system or
combination system shall possess a valid security or fire alarm systems
installer license issued by the New York State Department of State,
Division of Licensing Services, and shall possess a certification
or approval from the system(s) manufacturer indicating the installer
is factory-trained and/or certified/authorized for the specific brand/model
of system and/or components being installed or maintained.
A.
Prior to the commencement of any installation or modification of
a carbon monoxide detection system, combination carbon monoxide detection
system or combination system, a permit shall be obtained from the
Division of Fire Prevention.
B.
All submissions shall comply with these requirements, applicable
reference standards, and the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention
and Building Code, and shall include the following:
(1)
Fire prevention permit application (FP-10).
(2)
Property owner/agent authorization form.
(3)
A copy of the security or fire alarm installer's license issued by
the NYS Department of State, Division of Licensing Services.
(4)
Permit submission shall include the required fee pursuant to the
current fee schedule.
(5)
Two sets of plans, bearing the stamp/seal of a New York State licensed
design professional; ensure HVAC zones are clearly depicted on the
submission. Exception: Buildings/Structures where carbon monoxide
detection and associated components are being interconnected with
an existing fire alarm system, and where the building is a single
occupancy, and where installation of five or fewer carbon monoxide
devices is required for adequate protection, a scope of work description
submitted by the installer to the Division of Fire Prevention on a
form prescribed by the Chief Fire Marshal will be accepted in lieu
of plans.
(6)
Manufacturer's documentation for all components of the system.
(7)
Proof of installer's certification or approval from the system(s)
manufacturer indicating the installer is factory-trained and/or certified/authorized
for the specific brand/model of system and/or components being installed.
C.
Permit not required. Where carbon monoxide alarms are permitted pursuant
to § 80-175 of these requirements, an affidavit of installation
on a form prescribed by the Chief Fire Marshal shall be filed with
the Division of Fire Prevention by the building owner, in lieu of
the permit process and fee required herein.
A.
Once the installation or modification of a carbon monoxide detection
system, combination carbon monoxide detection system or combination
system has been completed in accordance with the approved permit submission
and verified by the installer to be in full operating condition, the
installer shall contact the Division of Fire Prevention to schedule
a certificate of compliance inspection.
B.
A certificate of compliance inspection shall be conducted in the
presence of a Fire Marshal from the Division of Fire Prevention, during
which the following shall be witnessed and/or verified:
(1)
Testing of all systems/detection devices shall be performed by the
introduction of carbon monoxide into the sensing chamber or element.
Test/Activation by other means, such as magnets, is not acceptable.
(2)
The result of each carbon monoxide detector test shall be confirmed
through indication at the detector and the control panel.
(3)
The operation of all occupant notification devices shall be witnessed.
(4)
Circuit supervision, "Trouble," "Supervisory" and "Alarm" conditions,
shall be witnessed.
(5)
Receipt of alarm at central station or supervising station shall
be verified.
C.
A certificate of completion shall be submitted to the Fire Marshal
upon completion of the inspection.
A.
Testing of all systems/detection devices shall be performed by the
introduction of carbon monoxide into the sensing chamber or element.
Test/Activation by other means, such as magnets, is not acceptable.
B.
Unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer's instructions/specifications,
intervals of inspection, testing and maintenance shall be in compliance
with the applicable reference standard.
C.
End of life. Replacement of detection devices shall be at intervals
indicated by the applicable reference standards or manufacturer's
instructions/specifications, whichever is more stringent.
