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CHAPTER 2

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Automatic sprinkler systems are required for covered mall buildings and buildings that are connected to them.

For example, kiosks or other similar structures (both temporary and permanent) cannot be located within the mall unless constructed of fire-retardant wood that complies with the code, foam plastics that have a maximum heat release rate not greater than 100kW (105 Btu/h) when tested in accordance with the exhibit booth protocol in UL 1975 or aluminum composite material (ACM) having a flame spread index of not more than 25 and a smoke-developed index of not more than 450 when tested as an assembly in the maximum thickness intended for use in accordance with ASTM E 84. All kiosks or similar structures located within the mall must also be provided with approved fire suppression and detection devices. Spacing within kiosks or similar structures must be at least 20 feet (6096 mm) and they must have a maximum area of 300 square feet. There are many structures that require special detailed requirements besides mall buildings or garages.

CHILDRENS PLAYGROUNDS
Structures that are intended as childrens playgrounds that exceed 10 feet in height and 150 square feet must comply with the following:

Fire-retardant-treated wood Light-transmitting plastics complying with this code regarding plastics

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Except for the separation between Group R-1 sleeping units and a mall, openings between anchor buildings of Type IA, IB, IIA, and IIB construction and a mall do not need special fire protection.