Serv O25-007 OBH Air Lines and Regulators TTC - DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION.pdf

USACE / NAVFAC / AFCEC UFGS-07 84 00 (May 2010)

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Preparing Activity: USACE Superseding UFGS-07 84 00 (October 2007)

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS

References are in agreement with UMRL dated October 2024

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

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FIRESTOPPING

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

1.2 REFERENCES

1.3 SEQUENCING

1.4 SUBMITTALS

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Installer

1.5.2 Inspector Qualifications

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRESTOPPING SYSTEM

2.2 FIRESTOPPING MATERIALS

2.2.1 Fire Hazard Classification

2.2.2 Toxicity

2.2.3 Fire Resistance Rating

2.2.3.1 Through-Penetrations

2.2.3.1.1 Penetrations of Fire Resistance Rated Walls and

Partitions

2.2.3.1.2 Penetrations of Fire Resistance Rated Floors, Floor-Ceiling Assemblies and the Ceiling Membrane of Roof-Ceiling Assemblies

2.2.3.1.3 Penetrations of Fire and Smoke Resistance Rated Walls, Floors, Floor-Ceiling Assemblies, and the ceiling membrane of Roof-Ceiling Assemblies

2.2.3.2 Construction Joints and Gaps

2.2.4 Material Certification

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

3.2 INSTALLATION

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3.2.1 Insulated Pipes and Ducts

3.2.2 Fire Dampers

3.2.3 Data and Communication Cabling

3.2.3.1 Re-Enterable Devices

3.2.3.2 Re-Sealable Products

3.3 INSPECTION

3.3.1 Inspection Standards

3.3.2 Inspection Reports

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USACE / NAVFAC / AFCEC UFGS-07 84 00 (May 2010)

Change 1 - 08/13

Preparing Activity: USACE Superseding UFGS-07 84 00 (October 2007)

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS

References are in agreement with UMRL dated October 2024

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FIRESTOPPING

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NOTE: This guide specification covers the requirements for firestopping using tested and listed firestop systems to form an effective barrier against the spread of fire, smoke and gases, and to maintain the integrity of fire resistance rated construction.

Adhere to UFC 1-300-02 Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) Format Standard when editing this guide specification or preparing new project specification sections. Edit this guide specification for project specific requirements by adding, deleting, or revising text. For bracketed items, choose applicable item(s) or insert appropriate information.

Remove information and requirements not required in respective project, whether or not brackets are present.

Comments, suggestions and recommended changes for this guide specification are welcome and should be submitted as a Criteria Change Request (CCR) .

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

Furnish and install tested and listed firestopping systems, combination of materials, or devices to form an effective barrier against the spread of flame, smoke and gases, and maintain the integrity of fire resistance rated walls, partitions, floors, and ceiling-floor assemblies, including through-penetrations and construction joints and gaps.

a. Through-penetrations include the annular space around pipes, tubes, conduit, wires, cables and vents.

b. Construction joints include those used to accommodate expansion, SECTION 07 84 00 Page 3 contraction, wind, or seismic movement; do not allow firestopping material to interfere with the required movement of the joint.

Gaps requiring firestopping include gaps between the curtain wall and the floor slab and between the top of the fire-rated walls and the roof or floor deck above and at the intersection of shaft assemblies and adjoining fire resistance rated assemblies.

1.2 REFERENCES

NOTE: This paragraph is used to list the publications cited in the text of the guide specification. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only and listed in this paragraph by organization, designation, date, and title.

Use the Reference Wizard's Check Reference feature when you add a Reference Identifier (RID) outside of the Section's Reference Article to automatically place the reference in the Reference Article. Also use the Reference Wizard's Check Reference feature to update the issue dates.

References not used in the text will automatically be deleted from this section of the project specification when you choose to reconcile references in the publish print process.

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM E84 (2023) Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

ASTM E119 (2024) Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials

ASTM E699 (2009) Standard Practice for Evaluation of Agencies Involved in Testing, Quality Assurance, and Evaluating of Building Components

ASTM E814 (2024) Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Penetration Firestop Systems

ASTM E1399/E1399M (1997; R 2022) Standard Test Method for Cyclic Movement and Measuring the Minimum and Maximum Joint Widths of Architectural Joint Systems

ASTM E1966 (2015; R 2019) Standard Test Method for

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Fire-Resistive Joint Systems

ASTM E2174 (2020a) Standard Practice for On-Site Inspection of Installed Firestop Systems

ASTM E2307 (2023b) Standard Test Method for Determining Fire Resistance of Perimeter Fire Barrier Systems Using Intermediate-Scale, Multi-story Test Apparatus

ASTM E2393 (2020a) Standard Practice for On-Site Inspection of Installed Fire Resistive Joint Systems and Perimeter Fire Barriers

FM GLOBAL (FM)

FM 4991 (2013) Approval of Firestop Contractors

FM APP GUIDE (updated on-line) Approval Guide https://www.approvalguide.com/

INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

ICC IBC (2024) International Building Code

UL SOLUTIONS (UL)

UL 723 (2020) UL Standard for Safety Test for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

UL 1479 (2015; Reprint Apr 2024) Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops

UL 2079 (2015; Reprint Jun 2024) Tests for Fire Resistance of Building Joint Systems

UL Fire Resistance (2014) Fire Resistance Directory

1.3 SEQUENCING

NOTE: Edit this paragraph depending on whether existing insulation is to remain or be removed.

Coordinate the specified work with other trades. Apply firestopping materials, at penetrations of pipes and ducts, prior to insulating, unless insulation meets requirements specified for firestopping. Apply firestopping materials. at building joints and construction gaps, prior to completion of enclosing walls or assemblies. Locate cast-in-place firestop devices and install in place before concrete placement. Install pipe, conduit or cable bundles through cast-in-place device after concrete placement but before area is concealed or made inaccessible. Firestop material must be inspected and approved prior to final completion and enclosing of any assemblies that may conceal installed firestop.

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1.4 SUBMITTALS

NOTE: Review submittal description (SD) definitions in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES and edit the following list, and corresponding submittal items in the text, to reflect only the submittals required for the project. The Guide Specification technical editors have classified those items that require Government approval, due to their complexity or criticality, with a "G." Generally, other submittal items can be reviewed by the Contractor's Quality Control System. Only add a “G” to an item, if the submittal is sufficiently important or complex in context of the project.

For Army projects, fill in the empty brackets following the "G" classification, with a code of up to three characters to indicate the approving authority. Codes for Army projects using the Resident Management System (RMS) are: "AE" for Architect-Engineer; "DO" for District Office (Engineering Division or other organization in the District Office); "AO" for Area Office; "RO" for Resident Office; and "PO" for Project Office. Codes following the "G" typically are not used for Navy and Air Force projects.

The "S" classification indicates submittals required as proof of compliance for sustainability Guiding Principles Validation or Third Party Certification and as described in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES.

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for Contractor Quality Control approval. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for information only. When used, a code following the "G" classification identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Firestopping System ; G, [_____]

SD-03 Product Data

Firestopping Materials ; G, [_____]

SD-06 Test Reports

Inspection ; G, [_____]

SD-07 Certificates

Inspector Qualifications

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Firestopping Materials

Installer Qualifications ; G, [_____]

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 Installer

Engage an experienced Installer who is:

a. FM Research approved in accordance with FM 4991 , operating as a UL Certified Firestop Contractor, or

b. Certified, licensed, or otherwise qualified by the firestopping manufacturer as having the necessary staff, training, and a minimum of 3 years experience in the installation of manufacturer's products in accordance with specified requirements. Submit documentation of this experience. A manufacturer's willingness to sell its firestopping products to the Contractor or to an installer engaged by the Contractor does not in itself confer installer qualifications on the buyer. The Installer must be a trained representative of the manufacturer (not distributor or agent) in the proper selection and installation procedures. Obtain and submit installer's written certification of training, and retain proof of certification for duration of firestop installation.

1.5.2 Inspector Qualifications

NOTE: For Army Projects this paragraph should be deleted when a 3rd party inspector is not required by ICC IBC or desired by the project fire protection engineer. The ICC IBC requires a 3rd party inspector for through-penetrations and fire-resistant joint systems for high-rise buildings or buildings assigned to seismic risk category III or IV. The fire protection designer may also consider requiring 3rd party inspection for other projects in which the firestop systems are particularly important (e.g.

laboratories, high hazard occupancies, multi-family housing buildings, etc.)

The inspector must[ meet the criteria contained in ASTM E699 for agencies involved in quality assurance and must] have a minimum of two years experience in construction field inspections of firestopping systems, products, and assemblies. The inspector must be completely independent of, and divested from, the installer, the manufacturer, and the supplier of any material or item being inspected. The inspector must not be a competitor of the installer, the contractor, the manufacturer, or supplier of any material or item being inspected. Include in the qualifications submittal a notarized statement assuring compliance with the requirements stated herein.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Deliver materials in the original unopened packages or containers showing name of the manufacturer and the brand name. Store materials off the ground, protected from damage and exposure to elements and temperatures in

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRESTOPPING SYSTEM

NOTE: Projects designed to be LEED registered must include submittal for low-emitting materials; LEED credit EQ 4.1 VOC content of product, providing a maximum allowable VOC content of <250 g/l as calculated by EPA method 24. Projects not registering for LEED certification but are designed to LEED standards must still include VOC content requirements.

Submit detail drawings including manufacturer's descriptive data, typical details conforming to UL Fire Resistance or other details certified by another nationally recognized testing laboratory, installation instructions or UL listing details for a firestopping assembly in lieu of fire-test data or report. For those firestop applications for which no UL tested system is available through a manufacturer, submit a manufacturer's engineering judgment, derived from similar UL system designs or other tests for review and approval prior to installation. Submittal must indicate the firestopping material to be provided for each type of application. When more than a total of 5 penetrations and/or construction joints are to receive firestopping, provide drawings that indicate location, "F" "T" and "L" ratings, and type of application.

Also, submit a written report indicating locations of and types of penetrations and types of firestopping used at each location; record type by UL list printed numbers.

2.2 FIRESTOPPING MATERIALS

NOTE: Insert sentence if project is registering for LEED certification or designed to LEED standards.

VOC content of firestop materials installed on project is limited to [< 250 g/l] as calculated by EPA method 24.

Provide firestopping materials, supplied from a single domestic manufacturer, consisting of commercially manufactured, asbestos-free, nontoxic products FM APP GUIDE approved, or UL listed, for use with applicable construction and penetrating items, complying with the following minimum requirements:

2.2.1 Fire Hazard Classification

Provide material that has a flame spread of 25 or less, and a smoke developed rating of 50 or less, when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 or UL 723 . Provide an approved firestopping material as listed in UL Fire Resistance or by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.

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2.2.2 Toxicity

Provide material that is nontoxic and carcinogen free to humans at all stages of application or during fire conditions and does not contain hazardous chemicals or require harmful chemicals to clean material or equipment.

2.2.3 Fire Resistance Rating

Firestop systems must be UL Fire Resistance listed or FM APP GUIDE approved with "F" rating at least equal to fire-rating of fire wall or floor in which penetrated openings are to be protected. Where required, firestop systems must also have "T" rating at least equal to the fire-rated floor in which the openings are to be protected.

2.2.3.1 Through-Penetrations

Note: Insert the appropriate time period required in accordance with Chapter 7 of the International Building Code (IBC). Indicate locations of fire resistance rated walls, partitions, floors, ceiling-floor assemblies and other locations requiring firestopping.

When second option in item a. is selected, rating of walls and partitions being penetrated must be shown on the drawings.

If smoke barrier walls are required in the project, show them on the drawings.

Firestopping materials for through-penetrations, as described in paragraph SUMMARY, must provide "F", "T" and "L" fire resistance ratings in accordance with ASTM E814 or UL 1479 . Provide fire resistance ratings as follows:

2.2.3.1.1 Penetrations of Fire Resistance Rated Walls and Partitions

F Rating = [[_____] hour] [Rating of wall or partition being penetrated].

2.2.3.1.2 Penetrations of Fire Resistance Rated Floors, Floor-Ceiling Assemblies and the Ceiling Membrane of Roof-Ceiling Assemblies

F Rating = [_____] hour, T Rating = [_____] hour. Where the penetrating item is outside of a wall cavity the F rating must be equal to the fire resistance rating of the floor penetrated, and the T rating must be in accordance with the requirements of ICC IBC .

2.2.3.1.3 Penetrations of Fire and Smoke Resistance Rated Walls, Floors, Floor-Ceiling Assemblies, and the ceiling membrane of Roof-Ceiling Assemblies

F Rating = [_____] hour, T Rating = [_____] hour and L Rating = [[<10] cfm/sf] [Where L rating is required].

2.2.3.2 Construction Joints and Gaps

Fire resistance ratings of construction joints, as described in paragraph

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SUMMARY, and gaps such as those between floor slabs and curtain walls must be [the same as the construction in which they occur.] [as follows:

construction joints in walls, [_____] hour; construction joints in floors, [_____] hour; gaps between floor slabs and curtain walls, [_____] hour;

gaps between top of the walls and the bottom of roof and floor decks, [_____] hour, and provide L rating of <5 cfm/lf where required.] Provide construction joints and gaps with firestopping materials and systems that have been tested in accordance with ASTM E119, ASTM E1966 or UL 2079 to meet the required fire resistance rating. Provide curtain wall joints with firestopping materials and systems that have been tested in accordance with ASTM E2307 to meet the required fire resistance rating.

Systems installed at construction joints must meet the cycling requirements of ASTM E1399/E1399M or UL 2079 . Provide a minimum class II movement capability for all joints at the intersection of the top of a fire resistance rated wall and the underside of a fire-rated floor, floor ceiling, or roof ceiling assembly.

2.2.4 Material Certification

Submit certificates attesting that firestopping material complies with the specified requirements. Provide certification of compliance with UL 1479 for all intumescent firestop materials used in through penetration systems.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

Areas to receive firestopping must be free of dirt, grease, oil, or loose materials which may affect the fitting or fire resistance of the firestopping system. For cast-in-place firestop devices, formwork or metal deck to receive device prior to concrete placement must be sound and capable of supporting device. Prepare surfaces as recommended by the manufacturer.

3.2 INSTALLATION

NOTE: Drawings must indicate location and fire ratings of all fire-rated walls, partitions, floors and ceilings; and details of firestopping for each type of construction.

Completely fill void spaces with firestopping material regardless of geometric configuration, subject to tolerance established by the manufacturer. Firestopping systems for filling floor voids 100 mm 4 inches or more in any direction must be capable of supporting the same load as the floor is designed to support or be protected by a permanent barrier to prevent loading or traffic in the firestopped area. Install firestopping in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions. Provide tested and listed firestop systems in the following locations, except in floor slabs on grade:

a. Penetrations of duct, conduit, tubing, cable and pipe through floors and through fire-resistance rated walls, partitions, and ceiling-floor assemblies.

b. Penetrations of vertical shafts such as pipe chases, elevator shafts, and utility chutes.

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c. Gaps at the intersection of floor slabs and curtain walls, including inside of hollow curtain walls at the floor slab.

d. Gaps at perimeter of fire-resistance rated walls and partitions, such as between the top of the walls and the bottom of roof decks.

e. Construction joints in floors and fire rated walls and partitions.

f. Other locations where required to maintain fire resistance rating of the construction.

3.2.1 Insulated Pipes and Ducts

NOTE: Coordinate insulation requirements with appropriate Sections.

Cut and remove thermal insulation where pipes or ducts pass through firestopping, unless insulation meets requirements specified for firestopping. Replace thermal insulation with a material having equal thermal insulating and firestopping characteristics.

3.2.2 Fire Dampers

NOTE: When including this paragraph, ensure that the appropriate information is contained in Section

23 30 00 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION.

Install and firestop fire dampers in accordance with Section 23 30 00 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION. Firestop installed with fire damper must be tested and approved for use in fire damper system. Firestop installed with fire damper must be tested and approved for use in fire damper system.

3.2.3 Data and Communication Cabling

NOTE: The designer should determine whether to specify re-enterable devices or products (e.g.

blocks, plugs, pillows, composite sheets, etc.).

Consideration should be given to the fact that products such as blocks, plugs, and pillows can easily be removed and not properly replaced after construction, which would compromise the integrity of the penetration. The designer must also consider whether an L rating (i.e. an air leakage rating) is desirable for a given penetration; if so, a re-enterable system is recommended. If the designer wishes to specify that some or all of their penetrations should use devices and not products, annotate the penetrations on the plans accordingly;

using a note that reads "Penetration(s) of fire-rated partion(s), wall(s), or floor(s) by data and/or communication wiring must be through a modular, re-enterable firestopping device(s) containing self-sealing intumescent inserts.

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Seal cabling for data and communication applications with re-enterable firestopping [products] [devices] [products and devices as indicated].

3.2.3.1 Re-Enterable Devices

Provide firestopping devices that are pre-manufactured modular devices, containing built-in self-sealing intumescent inserts. Allow for cable moves, additions or changes without the need to remove or replace any firestop materials. Devices must be capable of maintaining the fire resistance rating of the penetrated membrane at 0 percent to 100 percent visual fill of penetrants; while maintaining "L" rating of <10 cfm/sf [measured at ambient temperature and 205 degrees C 400 degrees F ] at 0 percent to 100 percent visual fill.

3.2.3.2 Re-Sealable Products

Provide firestopping pre-manufactured modular products, containing self-sealing intumescent inserts. Allow for cable moves, additions or changes. Provide devices capable of maintaining the fire resistance rating of the penetrated membrane at 0 percent to 100 percent visual fill of penetrants.

3.3 INSPECTION

NOTE: For Navy projects use all bracketed statements.

[For Navy projects, install one of each type of penetration and have it inspected and accepted by the [_____] Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Fire Protection Engineer prior to the installation of the remainder of the penetrations. At this inspection, the manufacturer's technical representative of the firestopping material must be present.] For all projects, do not cover or enclose[ the remainder of][ the firestopped areas] until inspection is complete and approved by the Contracting Officer. [The inspector must inspect] [Inspect] the applications initially to ensure adequate preparations (clean surfaces suitable for application, etc.) and periodically during the work to assure that the completed work has been accomplished according to the manufacturer's written instructions and the specified requirements.

Submit written reports indicating locations of and types of penetrations and types of firestopping used at each location; record type by UL listed printed numbers.

3.3.1 Inspection Standards

NOTE: For Army Projects, delete this paragraph when a 3rd party inspector will not be required (see the note in paragraph INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS).

Inspect all firestopping in accordance with ASTM E2393 and ASTM E2174 for firestop inspection, and document inspection results to be submitted.

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3.3.2 Inspection Reports

Submit inspection report stating that firestopping work has been inspected and found to be applied according to the manufacturer's recommendations and the specified requirements.

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