This chapter discusses the model code development process and requirements for installing fire protection systems. It explores the two major model code organizations, the International Code Council and National Fire Protection Association, and how they each develop codes and standards through public participation and consensus. The chapter also examines how referenced standards and code amendments are used, and how adoption of model codes provides advantages to governments and organizations by establishing consistent minimum requirements.

1. Fire Protection Systems
Third Edition
Chapter 2 — Fire Protection Systems and the Model Code Process

2. Overview/Introduction
‣ This chapter explores the code development process and the
model code requirements to install fire protection systems.

3. ‣ Upon successful completion of this lesson, the student
shall be able to
‣ Define the terms code and model code.
‣ Name the two most prominent model code organizations.
‣ Describe the International Code Council (ICC) model code
development process.
‣ Describe the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) model code
development process.
‣ Define the terms referenced standard and code amendment.
‣ Describe the advantages to governments and organizations that
adopt model codes.
‣ List the two most important code-related conditions that determine
the installation requirements for fire protection systems.
Learning Objectives

4. Section
I. Introduction
II. A Model Code
III. Model Code Organizations
IV. Referenced Standards
V. Code and Standards Development for Government
VI. Code-Required Fire Protection Systems
VII. Inducements to Install Fire Protection Systems
Chapter Content