In a message dated 9/18/01 11:28:39 AM Pacific Daylight Time,
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> 1 - Are there other codes for record storage facilities besides this one
> related to fire?



This is the most recognized standard on the subject. The National Archives
and Records Administration puts out regulations on fire protection for
federal records centers. You may want to look at these.
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> 2 - I am unable o locate the ACTUAL code which they are attempting to
> change, but can only locate the changes to it.


You would have to purchase the complete code from the NFPA. It runs about
$25. The proposed changes, however, address many of the key issues.
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> 3 - I get the impression that these codes are only recommendations and not
> legal requirements.
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>  They are guidelines and not legal requirements but carry well documented
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> 4 - I believe that our local building codes here in Philadelphia are all
> that I need.
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> I think you need both with the heavier weight on which one has the higher
> requirements. The NFPA is subject to local requirements only where they
> exceed the NFPA.


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> Can anyone enlighten me more?   Thanks very much for any guidance on this.


I hope this helps. Let me know.   Bill Benedon

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