QCD

CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR
FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

Material:
BASIC FRAMEWORK FOR SUBMISSION OF PERFORMANCE-BASED SOLUTIONS

1. Prescriptive requirements are developed for general use but not for specific purposes. Under certain circumstances, engineering methods can be used to justify certain alternative approaches to resolve fire safety problems. This will motivate designers of building such as architect and engineers to be creative and innovative. This basic framework is developed in order to guide and assist the stakeholders of the building if they intend to adopt performancebased approaches. The International Fire Engineering Guidelines (IFEG) shall be used to facilitate the development of performance-based solutions for the building. IFEG have been developed to meet the joint needs in U.S.A, Canada, New Zealand and Australia. This guidebook references internationally available standards, guides and associated documents, and use both imperial and SI units throughout. In particular, the guidelines provide guidance for the design and evaluation of alternative solutions (equivalencies) and general performance design. The International Fire Engineering Guidelines (IFEG) have been developed: a. To be used in fire engineering design and evaluation of buildings. However, the concepts and principles may also be of assistance in a fire engineering evaluation of other structures such as ships and tunnels that are comprised of enclosed spaces. b. To provide guidance for fire engineers to design and evaluate fire safety systems to achieve acceptable levels of safety. c. To assume the fire engineer has a level of competence and experience that would enable licensing by the respective nation. The submission of alternative solution to prescriptive requirement shall be at least in two stages: a. Fire Engineering Brief and b. Fire Engineering Final Report The International Fire Engineering Guidelines (IFEG) provides the details of each submission. e. The submission shall be prepared and submitted by a fire engineer. The fire engineer will need to be a professional/registered fire engineer qualified to use engineering approaches for fire safety solutions. The fire engineer shall submit his qualification and practising certificate for CDD review and approval before any commencement of formal submission.
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3.
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PB Submissions - Rev A
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Material:
BASIC FRAMEWORK FOR SUBMISSION OF PERFORMANCE-BASED SOLUTIONS
f.
The Register Architect and Engineer shall incorporate the required elements generated by the Fire Engineer in their respective plans after the Fire Engineering Final Report is approved. All above-mentioned professionals shall be responsible for supervision of the site works to ensure that all design intents are executed. Building owner shall also acknowledge at the completion of the development that they are responsible for all required maintenance works including those arising from the performancebased approaches. In the event the building is sold, it is the owners responsibility to hand over all relevant information and documents to the buyer.
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h.
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
2nd July 2007
PB Submissions - Rev A
2 of 2
State of Qatar Ministry of Interior

General Admin. of Civil Defence
CERTIFICATION FOR FIRE ENGINE ACCESS ROAD AND FIRE ENGINE HARDSTANDING LOADING Managing Director Civil Defence Department Ministry Of Interior State Of Qatar PO Box 6959 Particulars Of Project Which This Certificate Relates To : Project Title : ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ _ ________________________________________________________________________________ FSD BP Plan No : ______________________________ Approved Date :___________________
I ____________________________ Identification Card No : / Passport No : _________________________________ being a consultant hereby certify that the fire engine access road and fire engine hardstanding for the above building project have been designed and constructed in accordance with the requirements of the Civil Defence. I certify that the fire engine hardstanding has been constructed to withstand the loading capacity of 45 tonnes fire appliances.
________________________________________________ Name And Signature Of Consultant ________________________________________________ Address Of Consultant Date :
16 May 2007 CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR CURRRENT ACCEPTABLLE LISTING AND TESTING AUTHORITIES
S/N
Testing Authority
Location
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
Branz Ltd BRE Certifire Det Norske Veritas Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM) Lloyds Register Loss Prevention Council PSB (Singapore Productivity and Standards Board) Scientific Services Laboratories SGS US Testing Company Inc. TV Underwriters Laboratories VDS Warrington Fire Research
NZ UK UK DK USA UK UK Singapore AUS USA Germany USA Germany UK
Note: The above list represents the current, preferred and most frequently referenced authorities and does not preclude the acceptance of other qualified testing authorities that may be proposed by the public. Such proposals will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Prepared by: Paul Khoo 20th August 2007
CDD APPROVED TESTING AUTHORITIES
Revision F
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PROVISION FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

Material:
INTUMESCENT PAINTS
Item 1.0 Provisions Intumescent paints are permitted for use on structural steel members of buildings of all purpose groups with the exception of purpose groups VI (Factories) and VIII (Storage) to achieve the required fire resistance. For buildings with a habitable height of not more than 24m, intumescent paints are allowed to be used to protect steel columns and beams. For buildings with a habitable height of more than 24m, intumescent paints are permitted fro use only on structural steel beams, excluding load transfer beams. Intumescent Paints shall be subjected to and pass fire resistance testing as detailed in BS 476: Part 20/21 or its equivalent. Intumescent paints shall also be subjected to weathering tests as detailed in BS8202: Part 2: 1992. Fire test for fire resistance performance shall be conducted on specimens after the weather tests. The fire resistance rating of the tested specimen shall not be les than 75% of the original prototype. Intumescent Paints shall be listed by a QCCD approved testing authority. In addition to the performance requirements such as but not limited to, fire resistance and flame spread indices, the use of intumescent paints shall comply with the provisions stated hereunder. The project QP shall submit a separate set of plans indicating the locations of the structural steel members that are proposed to be coated with intumescent paint. If the buildings habitable height exceeds 24m, a fire safety report shall be submitted together with the building plans. A sign depicting the following minimum information shall be fixed at a conspicuous location. 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 Name of supplier Fire resistance rating Date of painting Next date of re-painting Caution note Caution: No other paint/coating shall be applied to the surfaces steel members protected by intumescent paint system
Revision A
FSD DS No:
3.15.1
Notes
2.0 3.0
4.0 5.0
6.0 7.0
8.0
9.0 10.0
FSD-DS-3.15.1_Intumescent Paints
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Material:
INTUMESCENT PAINTS
Item 11. Provisions The Fire Safety Manager, if any, shall carry out regular inspection checks to ensure that the intumescent paint coatings re not damage or tampered with. Records of inspection shall be properly kept. In eth situation where the appointment of a FSM is not required, for example building under Purpose Group II ( ), the building management shall undertake the responsibility. Fore addition and alteration works in a building where structural steel members are protected by intumescent paint, the following shall be complied with. 12.1 The owner or tenant, assisted by the FSM, shall engage a QP who shall submit building plans to the SCDF. The building plans shall be accompanied by the QPs declaration as to whether the existing columns and beams coated with intumescent paint are or will be affected. Written certification from the QP stating that he has supervised the application of the coating system(s) shall be provided. The fire safety report shall be updated accordingly.
FSD DS No:
3.15.1
Notes
12.
12.2 12.3 13.
There shall be no flammable or combustible material stored within the vicinity of any structural steel members protected by intumescent paint
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
12 December, 2006
FSD-DS-3.15.1_Intumescent Paints
Revision A
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CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR FIRE HYDRANTS
Document Title:
FIRE HYDRANTS DESIGN CRITRIA

Application:
QNS No:
MASTER PLANNING
Issue:
FH 01 --
Item 1.0 1.1
Comment / Directions General The purpose of this document is to establish the minimum required flow for fire fighting purposes as design criteria for fire hydrants provided for new large scale developments. Type of Hydrants Hydrants shall be of the aboveground double pillar type with a minimum 100 mm nominal diameter barrel. Each hydrant shall have at least two (2) outlets. Outlets shall be 65mm nominal diameter. The hose connections to the hydrants shall be Location and Spacing of Hydrants Hydrants shall be positioned to be within 100m from the entry to any biding and spaced not more than100 m apart. Hydrants shall be located along all fire engine access routes. Hydrants shall be located such as to maintain a minimum of 6m clearance from any building. Performance Critical Components
Remarks
2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 4.0
Spacing
4.1.1 The minimum flow that shall be required for fire fighting purposes shall be 79 Lps (1,250 gpm) for any single incident. A minimum of 2 incidents occurring simultaneously and located adjacent to each other shall be considered within any given area. This flow shall be in addition to sprinkler systems water demand and shall be available at all times. 4.1.1 The minimum pressure at which the minimum flow shall available shall be 350 kPa (50 psi). Prepared by: Paul Khoo
Minimum Flow
Minimum Pressure
June 25, 2007
QCDFSS_Fire Hydrants - Design Criteria.doc
Revision A
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2nd July, 2009

Material:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Item 1.0 Provisions Portable Fire Extinguishers Shall be QCD approved and be LPC certified, UL listed or VdS or FM approved. 2.0 Hose Reels Shall be QCD approved and be LPC certified, UL listed or VdS or FM approved. 3.0 Fire Pumps Entire fire pump assemblies including controllers shall be QCD approved and be LPC certified, UL listed or VdS or FM approved. Selection shall be in accordance with NFPA 20. A minimum of one duty and one standby pump shall be provided. Fire pumps shall be installed in accordance with QCDFSS 6.7 Where the duty pump is electrically driven, the standby pumps shall be either diesel driven or powered from a Level 1, Class 2 (minimum) Type 10 Emergency Power Supply System (EPPS) that has been designed and installed to meet the minimum requirements of the NFPA 110. All cabling from the EPPS shall be fire resistant. Certification of the cable shall be provided for compliance. The load on the entire power supply system and shall be considered and appropriate measures in compliance with the NFPA codes shall be implemented to ensure continued and safe functioning of all emergency systems. 4.0 Sprinkler Valves Shall be QCD approved and be LPC certified, UL listed or VdS or FM approved. 5.0 Valves Shall be QCD approved and be LPC certified, UL listed or VdS or FM approved. 6.0 Sprinklers Shall be QCD approved and be LPC certified, UL listed or VdS or FM
QCDFSS-1.1_Basic Requirements_Rev A.doc
FSS No:
1.1
Notes
Page 1 of 4
2nd July, 2009

Material:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Item Provisions approved. They shall be selected in accordance with the NFPA13. 7.0 8.0 Intentionally left blank Pipes and tubes Pipes shall be sized by hydraulic calculations in accordance with the NFPA13 chapter 22. Information to be submitted with plans for approval shall be that detailed in section 22.1, 22.2 and 22.3. All pipe and fittings shall have a minimum service pressure of 175psig and at 60C. Ferrous piping shall be corrosion resistant. Minimum test pressure shall be 250 psig or 50 psi above the service pressure at 60C. Pressure testing and flushing of piping shall be conducted in accordance with NFPA13 and shall be witnessed by the responsible engineer. All piping shall be flushed to clear any possible blockages. Method Statement of the flushing procedure and original inspection reports witnessed and signed by the responsible engineer shall be submitted as evidence of compliance on completion of the installation. Pipe supports and hangars shall be standard types and listed for purpose. Where non-listed pipe hangars and supports are used, they shall be designed to take five (5) times the weight of the pipe and fitting (tees, elbows, valves etc) including the volume of water it carries plus 114kg. Calculations shall be provided to verify their adequacy and such calculation shall be signed by a professional engineer. Piping shall be painted red on completion to clearly identify its purpose. 9.0 Fittings Fittings shall be from material compatible with the pipe chosen. Jointing methods shall be threaded, grooved, flanged or other suitable method able to withstand the test pressures.
FSS No:
1.1
Notes
Sizing
Service Pressure Corrosion Testing Flushing
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2nd July, 2009

Material:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Item Provisions Grooved joints shall be LPC certified, UL Listed or FM approved. Welded joints shall be qualified. 10.0 Fire Alarm Panels Shall be UL Listed, FM approved or LPC certified Approved. A Mimic panel with LEDs to indicate location of fire and status of detectors and devices shall be provided. 11.0 12.0 13.0 Mimic Panels with indicating LEDs shall be provided at each floor. Intentionally left blank Smoke Control Smoke Control Systems shall be stand alone systems. 14.0 Smoke Control System Fan controls shall be located adjacent to the Main Fire Alarm Panel. Fire Damper Shall be UL Listed, FM approved or LPC certified Approved. The fire resistance rating shall be at least equal to that of the elements of the structure and wall. 16.0 Motorised smoke control Damper Shall be UL Listed, FM approved or LPC certified Approved. The damper shall be capable of operating at minimum 250C for 2 hours 17.0 Fire-rated duct Shall be UL Listed, FM approved or LPC certified Approved. The fire resistance rating shall be at least equal to that of the elements of the structure and wall. 18.0 High temperature rated fan Shall be UL Listed, FM approved, CE mark or LPC certified Approved. The fan shall be capable of operating at minimum 250C for 2 hours.
FSS No:
1.1
Notes
15.0
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2nd July, 2009

Material:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
Item 19.0 19.1 Provisions Maintenance All fire and life safety systems shall be properly maintained under a documented preventative maintenance inspection and test plan. Documentary evidence of compliance with this requirement shall be maintained on the building premises in a suitable location at all times. They shall be readily available for presentation to QCD inspectors on request. Ideally these documents shall be kept in a secure and safe location at the fire command centre or where no fire command centre is provided, in the security office or the administration office and where central
FSS No:
1.1
Notes
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FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Subject:
FIRE SAFETY PROVISIONS FOR
KHARAMAA SUBSTATIONS AND CONSUMER SWICTHGEAR ROOMS

Item 1.0 Provisions There are 2 main cases to consider. They are follows. Stand alone construction with a minimum of 3m separation from occupied buildings Substations attached to occupied buildings such as High Rise Towers and large places of Assembly
FSS No:
1.2
Notes
Different types
2. 2.1
STAND ALONE CONSTRUCTIONS Below ground areas Cable Basements Basements Egress
2.1.1 Where these are single storey below ground and escape distances comply with the code, fixed fire extinguishing systems will not be required. 2.1.2 Where escape distances exceed the requirements for non sprinklered occupancies, sprinklers shall be provided. 2.1.3 Where water would be ineffective or the possibility that water could exacerbate the situation or water damage could be significant, alternative protection using environment friendly clean agents would be acceptable. 2.1.4 CO2 total flooding systems will not be accepted in cable basements under any circumstances. 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 The NFPA 101 shall be applied to these constructions. Fire extinguishing systems where required by the NFPA 101 shall be permitted to be replaced by environment friendly clean agent systems Notwithstanding, the entire construction shall be fitted with automatic smoke and heat detectors and manual call points. The Main Fire Alarm Panel shall be located in either of the following locations. o At the main guardhouse where the guardhouse is a separate structure and located at the entrance to the property o In the main entrance lobby of the building provided it is fire protected o External to the main entrance of the building and suitably protected form the elements
FSS-1.02_Substations & Switch Gear Rooms Rev A Revision A
Clean Agents
CO2 NFPA 101 Alternatives to sprinklers Fire detection and alarms Location of MFAP
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Subject:
FIRE SAFETY PROVISIONS FOR
KHARAMAA SUBSTATIONS AND CONSUMER SWICTHGEAR ROOMS

Item 3. 3.1 3.2 Provisions SUBSTATIONS AND SWICTHGEAR ROOMS ATTACHED TO OCCUPIED BUILDINGS The fire extinguishing requirements of NFPA 101 that apply for the building shall also apply to these substations and switch gear rooms. Where the introduction of water would present additional hazards such as electrocution, environment friendly clean agent systems shall be allowed to substitute for sprinkler systems. The omission of automatic fire extinguishing systems may be permitted if the following conditions are met. The room is dedicated to electrical equipment only Only dry-type electrical equipment is used The equipment is fully enclosed within a 3 hour minimum fire rated enclosure including protection for penetrations No combustible storage is permitted in the room Appropriate fire detection system is provided and monitored by the main fire alarm panel
FSS No:
1.2
Notes
NFPA 101 Alternative Clean Agents
3.3
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo & Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
09 September, 2007
FSS-1.02_Substations & Switch Gear Rooms Rev A
Revision A
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FIRE SAFETY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

Subject:
SINGLE EXIT STAIRCASE FOR RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR PENTHOUSE
FSS No:
1.3
With the consideration of small residential apartment or penthouse development facing the constraints of limited land area, Civil Defence Department allows the provision of single exit staircase for building with habitable height not more than 28m provided the following conditions are met: a. The single exit staircase shall serve not more than four apartments or penthouses at each storey level, and b. Provision of exits from each residential apartment or penthouse shall comply with the NFPA requirements, and c. Travel distance from the most remote exit door to the exit staircase from each apartment or penthouse shall not exceed 15 m, and d. Exit staircase shall comply with the requirements of NFPA for exit staircases, and e. Approach to the exit staircase shall be through pressurised fire fighting/smoke-stop lobby of minimum 10 air changes per hour, and f. Approach from the exit door of residential apartment or penthouse to the fire fighting lobby /smoke-stop lobby shall be through pressurised corridor, and g. The exit door of the apartment or penthouse shall be of minimum 1 hour fire resistance rating, and h. Sprinkler shall be provided throughout the building.
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
06 December 2007
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Subject:
FIRE SAFETY PROVISIONS FOR LOW RISE RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR PENTHOUSE
FSS No:
1.4
Low rise residential apartment or penthouse development is allowed to be exempted from approved automatic sprinkler system provided the following conditions are met: 1.0 Fire Suppression System Provision of fire extinguisher in accordance with NFPA 10 throughout the building inclusive of dwelling unit; 100mm diameter dry rising main with breeching inlet located not more than 18M from fire engine hardstanding/fire engine access road Exit Minimum two numbers Comply with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Staircase Permanently fixed ventilation openings of area not less than 20% of the staircase floor area at each floor; Ventilation opening shall open to external or air-well having horizontal plan area of not less than 10m2. The minimum with of such air-well shall not be less than 3000mm. Ventilation opening shall not be less than 3000mm from any opening. Fire Detection System Fire alarm system shall be provided throughout the building as required by QCDD Fire Alarm System Requirements 6.1; Manual call point shall be provided not more than 1.5M away from any entry to the exit. Car Park At grade or above grade car park shall comply with NFPA 5000 Section 30.8.1.3 on open parking structure. Only one basement car park is allowed and no other type of occupancy is allowed in the basement; Basement car park shall have adequately distributed smoke vents. The number and their sizes shall be such that the aggregate effective vent openings shall not be less than 2.5% of the basement floor area served. No part of the basement shall be more than 12M form the smoke vents Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
2.0
3.0
4.0
5.0
Prepared by
23rd July, 2007
QCDFSS-1.4_Low Rise Residential Apartments
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Subject:
REFUGE FLOOR
FSS No:
1.5
High-rise building (more than 30 storeys) shall be provided with at least one refuge floor at an interval of not more than 20 storeys. The refuge floor shall comply with the following requirements: a. It shall be of masonry construction having fire resistance rating not less than 2 hours. b. At least 50% of the gross floor area of the refuge floor shall be designated as holding area. c. There shall be no commercial activities in the holding area. d. The size of the holding area shall be adequate to accommodate at least half the total occupant load of all storeys above and below the refuge floor, basing on 0.3m per person. e. The holding area shall be separated from other areas of the refuge floor by compartment wall having fire resistance rating not less than 2 hours. Link of the holding area with other occupied rooms/areas shall be via an external corridor, or a smoke-stop lobby. f. The holding area shall be naturally ventilated with permanent openings on at least 2 sides of external walls. Height of opening shall not be less than 1200mm high and the total area of ventilation openings shall not be less than 25% of the floor area of the holding area. All parts of the holding area shall be within 9m of any ventilation opening. Ventilation opening shall be located at least 1.5m horizontally and 3m vertically above adjoining unprotected opening. g. The holding area can also be mechanically ventilated or air-conditioned in the event of emergency. h. The ventilation equipment shall be connected to secondary power supply via 2 hour fire resistance cable. The ventilation system shall be indicated and shall not share with other areas. i. Sprinkler system shall be provided for the refuge floor. j. Escape routes leading to the holding area shall be through smoke-stop/ fire fighting lobby or external corridor. k. A sign depicting REFUGE FLOOR shall be displayed inside the staircase and on wall immediately outside the staircase at the refuge floor. The sign of lettering size not less 50mm shall be displayed at a height of 1500mm above the landing/finished floor level. l. Emergency lighting shall be provided to cover all areas of the holding area. Such lighting shall be connected to secondary power supply, i.e.generator, battery, etc.

Subject:
REFUGE FLOOR
FSS No:
1.5
m. Two-way voice communication system shall be provided at the fire fighting lift lobby serving the refuge floor.
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank/ Paul Khoo
Date: 9 April 2008
02 April, 2009
FIRE SAFETY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Subject:
GENERAL PROVISIONS IN RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR MAISONETTE UNIT

Item 1.0 1.1 1.2 Provisions COMPARTMENTATION AND EXIT PROVISIONS Exit access doors shall be provided in accordance with NFPA 101.
FSS No:
1.6
Remarks
Subject to full compliance with the NFPA and these requirements, the fire Entrance resistance level of the apartment entrance doors and the egress staircase doors Doors may be reduced to 30 minutes for structural stability, integrity and insulation. Where the habitable height of the highest floor exceeds 28m, the egress staircase doors may not be reduced and shall comply with the provisions for opening protectives in the NFPA 101, Table 8.3.4.2 Minimum Fire Protection Ratings for Opening Protectives in Fire ResistanceRated Assemblies.
1.3
Where a single door is provided for a maisonette unit comprising not more than two storeys, i) ii) the door shall not be located on the upper storey of the unit; and The floor area of the upper storey shall not exceed 60 m2, unless a separate exit is provided at the upper storey
Single Exit
2.0 2.1
AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM For apartment buildings with habitable height less than 28m above fire engine <28m access level, sprinklers may be omitted in the building and from a single Exempted basement if it is used for car parking facilities for the registered occupants of the apartments and/or for plant rooms only. For apartment buildings with habitable height 28m or more than 28m above fire Partial engine access level, sprinkler shall be provided in the kitchen of each apartment Protection and common areas/facilities only. The provision of structural fire resistance rating, compartment fire resistance Structural rating, means of egress, compartment size shall be in accordance with NFPA Protection 101 and NFPA 5000 for non-sprinklered building except that fire doors may be reduced to 30/30/30 fire resistance levels in accordance with 1.2 above. Where partial sprinkler system coverage is provided in accordance with 2.1 above, automatic smoke and fire detection shall be provided in those rooms and areas not provided with automatic sprinkler system.
2.2
2.3
2.4
QCDFSS-1.6.1_General Provision for Apartments_Rev A.doc Page 1 of 2
02 April, 2009

Subject:
GENERAL PROVISIONS IN RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR MAISONETTE UNIT

Item Provisions
FSS No:
1.6
Remarks
3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 4.0 4.1
HOSE REEL SYSTEM 30m length of 1 hose reel shall be provided. No part of the building floor shall be more than 36m from the hose reel. The minimum water flow rate from each hose reel shall be 189 Lpm (50 gpm) and the throw shall be a minimum 6m from the hose reel nozzle. Water storage capacity of the hose reel system shall not be less than 1m3. APARTMENT KITCHEN Kitchens do not need to be fire separated form other parts of the same Separation apartment or dwelling unit. Every kitchen and cooking area however shall be provided with both fire Portable extinguisher blanket and portable fire extinguisher complying with NFPA 10. The portable fire extinguisher shall preferably be a type K portable extinguisher. If a dry powder type portable extinguisher is proposed, then the minimum rating shall be 13A/89B/C.
5.0 5.1
SERVICE SHAFTS/ VOIDS Any service shaft or void that is not totally enclosed but with openings or a potential risk of having rubbish accumulated at the opening, shall have appropriate provision to prevent such accumulation of rubbish.
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Subject:
DORMITORIES
Item 1.0 Provisions TheprovisionsofNFPA101Chapter28shallbeappliedtoallDormitory occupanciesexceptasmodifiedbythefollowingParticular Requirements. DORMITORIESWITHAHBABITABLEHEIGHTLESSTHAN28m Dormitorieshavingahabitableheightof28mandlessshallnotrequire sprinklerprotectionprovidedallofthefollowingconditionsaremet. Thefloorareaperstoreydoesnotexceed2,400m2 ThebuildingconstructiontypeisTypeII(111)orbetter Firecompartmentationbetweenguestsuites/sleepingroomsand betweenguestsuites/sleepingroomsandcommoncorridorsshallhave aminimumfireresistanceratingof1hourwithdoorshavingaminimum fireresistanceratingof1hour Anautomaticsmokedetectionsystemisinstalledthroughoutthe building ManualCallPoints,FireHoseReelsandportableextinguishersare installedthroughoutthebuilding Whereaccesstofireescapesarethroughinternalcorridors,thebuilding hasasmokecontrolsystemdesignedtopressurizethecorridorin accordancewithNFPA92A 2.2 3 SeparationofFireEscapeStairsfromotherpartsofthebuildingmaybe reducedtonotlessthan1hourfireresistancerating. DORMITORIESWITHHABITABLEHEIGHTGREATERTHAN28mABOVE FIREENGINEACCESSLEVEL
FSS No:
1.6.2
Notes
ApplicableCodes and Requirements Exemption1
2 2.1
Exemption2 Exemption3
3.1 Dormitorieshavingahabitableheight28mormoreshallrequirean automaticsprinklersystemdesignedandinstalledinaccordancewith NFPA13LightHazard,forthecorridorsandcommonspacesonly providedallofthefollowingconditionsaremet. Thefloorareaperstoreydoesnotexceed2,400m2

QCDFSS-1.6.2 Dormitories_Rev B3.doc Revision B3
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Subject:
DORMITORIES
Item Provisions ThebuildingconstructiontypeisTypeII(III)orbetter Firecompartmentationbetweenguestsuites/sleepingroomsshallhave aminimumfireresistanceratingof1hourwithdoorshavingaminimum fireresistanceratingof1hour Firecompartmentationbetweenguestsuites/sleepingroomsand commoncorridorsshallhaveaminimumfireresistanceratingofhour withdoorshavingaminimumfireresistanceratingofhour Anautomaticsmokedetectionsystemisinstalledthroughoutthe building ManualCallPoints,FireHoseReelsandportableextinguishersare installedthroughoutthebuilding Whereaccesstofireescapesarethroughinternalcorridors,thebuilding hasasmokecontrolsystemdesignedtopressurizethecorridorin accordancewithNFPA92A PaulKhoo&YeoSweeKhiank
Date:
FSS No:
1.6.2
Notes
July28,2008
Prepared by:
QCDFSS-1.6.2 Dormitories_Rev B3.doc
Revision B3
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Subject:
FIRE PROTECTION WATER SUPPLIES

Item 1.0 Provisions Water Supplies quantities shall be determined with the use of the fire codes including the QCD Particular Requirements and the NFPA. Water supplies shall be secure and dedicated for fire protection use only.
FSS No:
2.1
Notes
Applicable Codes
2.0
3.0
Fire Protection water storage tanks shall be constructed of noncombustible materials. They shall be constructed with compartments that allow maintenance without impairment to the system. Each compartment shall be not more than 50%. Each compartment shall have its own independent automatic supply inlet.
Tank Construction
4.0
The net effective capacity of the tank(s) shall be sized to meet the minimum duration of flow for the fire protection systems determined in accordance with the applicable fire codes. The net effective capacity of the water tank shall be verified on the fire protection plans of the fire safety submission. These drawings shall clearly indicate size and allowances for fittings, freeboard, inlet pipe arrangement, overflow pipe, suction pipe and fittings, any allowances and the clear volume of water available for use by the fire protection systems. The effective capacity shall also be clearly indicated on the tank in lettering of a minimum height of 100mm.
Capacity
5.0
Each water tank shall have the following minimum attachments. Automatic infill such that the tank may be refilled from empty within a time period of 6 hours. In any case it shall not be less than the size of the Kharamaa supply pipe. Visual water level indicator of non combustible construction Balance valve Drain valve having a minimum size shall be 80 mm nominal diameter Suction connections Test return pipe(s) Overflow pipe of minimum size, one diameter larger than the inlet pipe
Attachments
All pipe and other openings into the tank shall be fitted with devices to
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Subject:

Item Provisions prevent the ingress of insects.
FSS No:
2.1
Notes
6.0
Fire pumps shall be listed for service or approved by an authority acceptable to the Qatar Civil Defence. Performance curves on which the system curve and duty point shall be submitted together with hydraulic calculations with the fire protection plans fire safety submission.
7.0
Fire pumps shall be sized and selected in accordance with the NFPA 20 to meet the single largest system demand. Paul Khoo
Date:
Prepared by:
27 March, 2008
QCDFSS-2.10 Fire Protection Water Supplies Rev B
Revision B
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TABLE 6.3A PROVISION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
Occupancy Total Floor Area per Storey (m2 / ft2) Type of System
Residential Single Storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 storeys but less than 23m habitable height High rise Dormitories & Hostels Single Storey 2 Storeys or more Healthcare Occupancies Single Storey 2 Storeys or more with stay-in facilities 2 Storeys or more without stayin facilities Hotels & Serviced Apartments Single Storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 storeys Business Occupancies Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys Mercantile Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys Industrial Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys Assembly Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys Storage Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys
No limit 400 and greater Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant
Not required Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only
Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant
Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual and Automatic
400 (subject to QCDD approval) Manual Only 200 (subject to QCDD approval) Manual Only Not relevant Manual and Automatic 400 200 Not relevant Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic
400 (subject to QCDD approval) Manual Only 200 (subject to QCDD approval) Manual Only Not relevant Manual and Automatic 400 200 Not relevant 400 200 Not relevant
Revision B
Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic
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Subject:

Item Provision
FSS No: Notes
2.1
1.0
Water Supplies quantities shall be determined with the use of the fire code including the QCD Particular Requirements and the NFPA Water supplies shall be secure and dedicated for fire protection use only Fire Protection water storage tanks shall be constructed of non-combustible materials. They shall be constructed with compartments that allow maintenance without impairment to the system. Each compartment shall be not more than 50%. The net effective capacity of the tanks(s) shall be sized to meet the minimum duration of flow for the fire protection systems determined in accordance with the applicable fire codes. The net effective capacity of the water tank shall be verified on the fire protection plans of the fire safety submission. These drawings shall clearly indicate size and allowances for fittings, freeboard, inlet pipe arrangement, overflow pipe, suction pipe and fittings, any allowances and the clear volume of water available for use by the fire protection systems. The effective capacity shall also be clearly indicated on the tank in lettering of a minimum height of 100 mm.
Applicable Codes
2.0 3.0
Tank Construction
4.0
Capacity
5.0
Each water tank shall have the following minimum attachments. Automatic infill such that the tank may be refilled from empty within a time period of 6 hours. In any case it shall not be less than the size of the Kharamaa supply pipe. Visual water level indicator of non combustible construction Balance valve Drain valve having a minimum size shall be 80mm nominal diameter Suction connections Test return pipe(s) Overflow pipe of minimum size, one diameter larger than the inlet pipe All pipe and other openings into the tank shall be fitted with devices to prevent the ingress of insects.
Attachments
QCDFSS-2.10_Fire Protection Water Supplies Rev B
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Subject:

Item Provision
FSS No: Notes
2.1
6.0
Fire pumps shall be listed for service or approved by an authority acceptable to the Qatar Civil Defence. Performance curves on which the system curve and duty point shall be submitted together with hydraulic calculations with the fire protection plans fire safety submission. Fire pumps shall be sized and selected in accordance with the NFPA 20 to meet the single largest system demand.
7.0
Prepared by
Paul Khoo
Date:
27 March, 2008
QCDFSS-2.10_Fire Protection Water Supplies Rev B
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Subject:
SMOKE STOP LOBBIES AND FIRE FIGHTING LOBBIES FOR EXIT STAIRCASES
Item 1.0 Provisions Entry at every storey to an exit staircase without opening to natural light and ventilation (i.e. natural ventilation) of any building or part of a building of more than four storeys above ground level shall be through a lobby that is separated from the adjoining areas of building by a wall having a fire resistance of at least 1 hour. This shall also apply to staircase serving more than 4 basements. Smoke Stop lobbies, including Fire Fighting Lobbies act as buffer spaces for entry into the protected staircases to ensure smoke and toxic gasses do not enter the staircase shaft and spread vertically, and are used by fire fighters during emergencies, shall be maintained as common property. The floor area of Smoke Stop Lobbies shall be not less than 3m2, and if the lobby also serves as a Fire Fighting Lobby, its floor area shall not smaller than 6m2 having no dimension smaller than 2m. All Fire Lifts shall be provided with a Fire Fighting Lobby. The floor shall be graded away from the lift door towards the lobby entrance door with a minimum slope of 1 in 200. 4.0 Smoke-Stop Lobbies may be ventilated by one of the following methods: Natural Ventilation (i) Permanent fixed ventilation openings in the external wall of the lobby. Such ventilation openings shall have an area of not less than 15% of the floor area of the lobby and in the case of large lobbies, the openings shall be located not more than 9m from any point in the lobby. Alternatively, where Cross-Ventilated Corridors leading to the Smoke-Stop Lobbies are provided and where the corridors' fixed ventilation openings in at least 2 external walls are not less than 50% of the area of the corridor walls, and no part of the floor area of the corridor is more than 13m from the ventilation openings, ventilation of the Smoke-Stop Lobbies may be omitted. Use of Air/Light Wells: Permanent fixed ventilation opening to an air well that is open to the sky above is permitted provided it has an area of not less than 10m2 or 0.33m2 for each 1m of height of the of the air/light well, whichever is the greater. Any air/light well used to satisfy these requirements shall have a minimum dimension not be less than 3m. The enclosure walls to
QCDFSS-2.2.13_Exit Staircases Lobbies_Rev A.doc
FSS No:
2.2.13
Remarks Definition of smoke-stop lobby
2.0
Purpose of smoke-stop lobby Dimension of smoke-stop lobby
3.0
Methods of Ventilation and their Requirements
(ii)
(iii)
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Subject:
Item Provisions the air well shall have the appropriate minimum fire resistance level of the Smoke-Stop Lobbies served. Except for ventilation openings serving the smoke-stop lobbies, exit staircases and toilets, no other openings are permitted. Openings to toilets from different fire compartments shall not be directly opposing another. Where their proximity is within 3m or relative location is less than 180, guidance shall be sought from the QCD. Mechanical Ventilation A fan or system of fans shall provide a minimum of 10 air changes per hour. The pressure in the lobby shall however be less than the pressure in the exit staircase. Mechanical Ventilation Systems fans shall be provided with 100% standby. 5.0 Smoke-Stop Lobbies may be omitted from buildings exceeding 4 storeys but with a habitable height of less than 28m above the level of exit discharge provided the following requirements are met. Exit staircases that are located internally are provided with pressure differential of up to 50 Pa above the ambient pressures in the access corridors and in no case shall the pressure differential be less than 25 Pa in buildings not fitted with automatic sprinklers or fitted with partial sprinkler protection; and not less than 12.5 Pa in buildings fitted with sprinklers (fully), or Exit staircases located along the perimeter walls of the building are provided with uninterrupted external ventilation openings of not less than 50% of wall area of the staircase at each storey level, or Exit staircases having wall openings as described above, may be located abutting an air/light wells (open to the sky) having the minimum dimensions from the table below.
Maximum Habitable Height of Building Minimum Clear Width of Airwell
FSS No:
2.2.13
Remarks
Omission of smoke stop lobby is allowed
18m 24m 36m

10m 11m 12m

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Subject:
Item Provisions
Maximum Habitable Height of Building Minimum Clear Width of Airwell
FSS No:
2.2.13
Remarks
48m 60m and above 6.0
13m 14m Omission of smoke stop lobby is not allowed
Omission of Smoke Stop Lobby will not be permitted for the following situations: Where the building exceeds 4 storeys and belongs to place of public resort regardless of the habitable height; Where the internal exit staircase, which is provided with pressurisation, exceeds the habitable height of 28m; Where the exit staircase is adjacent to a Fire Lift.
7.0
In a building comprising more than 1 basement storey, entry at every basement storey level to at least one of the exit staircases serving the basement storeys shall be through a Smoke Stop Lobby and where only one Smoke Stop lobby is provided, it shall be required to serve as a Fire Fighting Lobby. A fire lift shall be adjacent and accessible to an exit staircase and provided with a fire fighting lobby at each storey. Fire Fighting Lobbies shall be ventilated as prescribed in 4.0 above. The enclosure of a Fire Fighting Lobby shall have a minimum Fire Resistance Level of 1 hour fire resistance (structural, integrity and insulation)
Entry at basement
8.0
Fire Fighting Lobbies
Prepared by: Amended by:
Yeo Swee Khiank & Paul Khoo Paul Khoo
Date: 9 March 2008 Date: 8 April 2009
age 3 of 3
03-Jun-09

Subject:
APARTMENT BUILDINGS SINGLE EXITS

Item 1.0 Provisions In consideration of small residential apartment or penthouse development facing the constraints of limited land area, Civil Defence Department allows the provision of single exit staircase for buildings with habitable height not more than 28m provided the following conditions are met: a. The single exit staircase shall serve not more than four apartments or penthouses at each storey level, and b. Provision of exits from each residential apartment or penthouse shall comply with the NFPA requirements, and c. Travel distance from the most remote exit door to the exit staircase from each apartment or penthouse shall not exceed 15 m, and d. Exit staircase shall comply with the requirements of NFPA for exit staircases, and e. Approach to the exit staircase shall be through pressurised fire fighting/smoke-stop lobby of minimum 10 air changes per hour, and f. Approach from the exit door of residential apartment or penthouse to the fire fighting lobby /smoke-stop lobby shall be through pressurised corridor, and g. The exit door of the apartment or penthouse shall be of minimum 1-hour fire resistance rating, and h. Apartment Buildings with a highest habitable height below 28m not constructed from non-combustible materials having a minimum fire resistance rating of 1 hour, and with 4 or more storeys, a fully automatic electrically supervised sprinkler system shall be provided for kitchens, common areas, corridors and shared facilities, basement car parks, storage areas etc.
FSS No:
2.4.5
Notes
QCDFSS-2.4.5_Apartments - Single Exits_Rev B.doc
Revision B
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Subject:
PORTABLE CABIN
Background
FSS No:
3.1
Portable cabins are commonly used to construct modular buildings with the consideration of its mobility and readiness. They are often seen, alone or in groups, as temporary site offices on construction site (where they are often stacked two high with metal stairs to reach the upper level). Particular Requirements The following requirements shall be noted when portable cabin is proposed: 1. The codes that govern the construction of portable cabin are the exact same codes that govern the construction of any permanent building. In Qatar, all portable cabins shall be constructed in accordance with NFPA 5000. Non-combustible materials shall be used for all external cladding and wall internal linings to minimise potential fire load. External walls External wall shall have minimum Class A surfaces in accordance with NFPA 285 if that wall is: a. situated 3m or more from the relevant boundary; and b. not exceeding 8m in height; and c. non-load bearing wall. Plastisol coated galvanized steel cladding is allowed for external wall. Roof Minimum roof covering classification shall be in accordance with Table 38.2.2 of NFPA 5000. Underfloor thermal insulation slabs It shall have a Class B surface spread of flame rating. Internal wall and combined ceiling and floor assembly (from underside) It shall have one-hour fire resistance.
Prepared by:
2.
Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
21st April 2008
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Material:
INTUMESCENT PAINTS
Item 1.0 Provisions Intumescent paints are permitted for use on structural steel members of buildings of all purpose groups with the exception of purpose groups VI (Factories) and VIII (Storage) to achieve the required fire resistance. For buildings with a habitable height of not more than 28m, intumescent paints are allowed to be used to protect steel columns and beams. For buildings with a habitable height of more than 28m, intumescent paints are permitted for use only on structural steel beams, excluding load transfer beams. Intumescent Paints shall be subjected to and pass fire resistance testing as detailed in BS 476: Part 20/21 or its equivalent. Intumescent paints shall also be subjected to weathering tests as detailed in BS8202: Part 2: 1992. Fire test for fire resistance performance shall be conducted on specimens after the weather tests. The fire resistance rating of the tested specimen shall not be les than 75% of the original prototype. Intumescent Paints shall be listed by a QCCD approved testing authority. In addition to the performance requirements such as but not limited to, fire resistance and flame spread indices, the use of intumescent paints shall comply with the provisions stated hereunder. The project Qualified Person shall submit a separate set of plans indicating the locations of the structural steel members that are proposed to be coated with intumescent paint. If the buildings habitable height exceeds 28m, a fire safety report shall be submitted together with the building plans. A sign depicting the following minimum information shall be fixed at a conspicuous location. 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 Name of supplier Fire resistance rating Date of painting Next date of re-painting Caution note Caution: No other paint/coating shall be applied to the surfaces steel members protected by intumescent paint system
Revision A
FSD DS No:
3.15.1
Notes
2.0 3.0
4.0 5.0
6.0 7.0
8.0
9.0 10.0
QCDFSS-3.15.1_Intumescent Paints.doc
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Material:
INTUMESCENT PAINTS
Item 11. Provisions The Fire Safety Manager, if any, shall carry out regular inspection checks to ensure that the intumescent paint coatings re not damage or tampered with. Records of inspection shall be properly kept. In the situation where the appointment of a Fire Safety Manager is not required, for example Apartment Buildings, the building management shall undertake the responsibility. For addition and alteration works in a building where structural steel members are protected by intumescent paint, the following shall be complied with. 12.1 The owner or tenant, assisted by the Fire Safety Manager, shall engage a Qualified Person who shall submit building plans to the QCD. The building plans shall be accompanied by the Qualified Persons declaration as to whether the existing columns and beams coated with intumescent paint are or will be affected. Written certification from the Qualified Person stating that he has supervised the application of the coating system(s) shall be provided. The fire safety report shall be updated accordingly.
FSD DS No:
3.15.1
Notes
12.
12.2
12.3 13.
There shall be no flammable or combustible material stored within the vicinity of any structural steel members protected by intumescent paint
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
12 December, 2006
QCDFSS-3.15.1_Intumescent Paints.doc
Revision A
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22-Jul-09

Subject:
EXTERNAL CLADDING MATERIAL

Item Provision
FSS No: Notes
3.2
Definitions Certification External Cladding material must be tested by an approved 3rd party test laboratory. The manufacturer shall have certified an ISO 9001 compliant QMS. QCD Approved External Cladding materials that are combustible must be submitted to the QCD for review and approval. Submissions shall include copies of relevant test reports and details on the proposed fixings used to secure the material to the building. On approval a QCD certificate for the External Cladding material will be issued to the submitting party.
1.0
External Cladding Material (ECM) fixed to buildings shall be Application non-combustible and shall be composed of environmentally friendly materials and substances. An example of non-combustible cladding material compliant with this standard is corrugated aluminum core panels. ECM not complying with 1.0 above shall comply NFPA 5000 Code Chapter 37. Compliance Alternative test methods and Standards such as AS, BSI and ISO may be used to verify compliance in test reports provided the method of testing is demonstrated to be equivalent and verifies an equal or better fire performance result to those nominated in the NFPA 5000 Chapter 37. Details of the ECM's approval and listings, its method of fixing and the extent of usage shall be included in the building approval submissions for compliance verification. ECMs complying with 1.0 above shall be identified on submission and otherwise exempt from this requirement. Alternative Test Methods
2.0 3.0
4.0
Details to be included in BP submission
QCDFSS-3.2_External Cladding Material.doc
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Material: FSS No:
NON-LOAD BEARING EXTERIOR WALL

Item 1.0 Provisions General Requirements of Exterior Walls shall be as follows: a. Any exterior wall of a building or a separated part of a building shall (i) be constructed wholly of non-combustible materials apart from any external finishes which complies with Chapter 37 of NFPA 5000 or any internal lining/finishes which complies with Chapter 10 of NFPA 500, and (ii) be so constructed as to attain the fire resistance based Table 7.2.1.1 and Table 7.3.2.1 of NFPA 5000, whichever is greater b. Any beam or column forming part of an exterior wall and any structure carrying an exterior wall which is required to be constructed of non-combustible material, shall comply with the provisions of above-mentioned sub-clause (a). 2.0 2.1 Exceptions The above-mentioned requirements for non-combustibility of exterior walls shall not apply to the external wall of a building or separated part of a building containing one- and twofamily dwelling if that wall is: a. situated 3m or more from the relevant boundary; and b. not exceeding 8m in height; and c. non-load bearing wall. 2.2 2.3 The proposed exterior wall shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 285. The flame spread and smoke development of these exterior walls shall also have a Class A rating in accordance with NFPA 255 based on the maximum intended use.
3.5.2
Notes
QFSS-3.5.2_Exterior Non Load Bearing Walls_Rev A
Revision C
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Material: FSS No:
NON-LOAD BEARING EXTERIOR WALL

Item 2.4 Provisions Fire-retardant-treated wood shall be permitted in exterior non-bearing wall when such walls are not required to have fire resistance rating. Use of plastic, inclusive of foam plastic insulation, shall be in accordance with Chapter 48 of NFPA 5000.
3.5.2
Notes
2.5
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank/ Paul Khoo
Date:
23rd September 2007
QFSS-3.5.2_Exterior Non Load Bearing Walls_Rev A
Revision C
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Material:
EXTERNAL ACCESS TO SITE AND BUILDING

Item Provisions Access Road/Fire Engine Hardstanding 1.0
FSS No:
4.1
6m-width fire fighting appliance access/access road to the building shall be provided. The angle of approach and departure for any means of access road shall not exceed 1m drop in 20m. The access road shall able to sustain the stationary load of a 24-ton fire appliance. In addition to access road, fire engine hardstanding of 6m x 15m (minimum), with longer side parallel to the faade of the building shall be provided. The hardstanding shall withstand the stationary load of a 45-ton fire appliance. Access opening shall be provided along the external wall of building fronting the fire engine hardstanding to provide access to the building for fire fighting and rescue operations. Hardstanding is not required for residential building such as bungalow. Semi-detach and terrace houses regardless of building height. For landed residential development with shared communal facilities, there is need of fire fighting appliance access road. The maximum travel distance from the fire engine pump appliance to every point on the project plan area of any building shall be 60m.
2.0
3.0
4.0
For residential building exceed the habitable height of 10m, fire engine hardstanding shall be within 18m of the breeching inlet. The breeching inlets shall be located on the external wall above ground level nearest to the vertical run of the riser stack. For resident building not exceed the habitable height of 10m, no fire engine hardstanding is required. However, access road shall be provided within a travel distance of 60m of every point on the projected plan area of the building. For building for institution, office, shop and places of public resort with habitable height not exceeding 10m, fire engine access road shall be provide within a travel distance of 45m from every point on projected plan area of any building. Length of fire engine hardstanding shall be provided based on the gross floor area (including toilets, stores, circulation areas, etc) of the largest floor in the building for institution, office, shop and places of public resort with habitable height exceeding 10m. Please refer to attachment for required length which is in term of the building perimeter length. Different building types have different requirements. Factory (industrial) and storage (warehouse) shall be provided with hardstanding regardless of habitable height. Length of fire engine hardstanding shall be provided based on the gross cubic volume (including toilets, stores, circulation areas, etc) of the largest floor in the building Every part of the fire engine hardstanding and/or access road shall be within an unobstructed distance of 50m away from a fire hydrant Fire engine hardstanding shall be positioned so that the nearer edge shall not less than 2m or not more than 10m from the centre position of the access opening, measured horizontally. 1 of 16
5.0
6.0
7.0
8.0
9.0 10.0

Material:

Item 11.0 12.0 13.0 14.0 Provisions
FSS No:
4.1
Fire engine hardstanding shall be laid on the level platform or if on an incline, the gradient shall not exceed 1:15. Fire engine hardstanding and access roads shall have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 4.5 m. Public road can serve as fire engine hardstanding provided the location of such public roads is in compliance wit the requirements of distance from access opening. Fire engine hardstanding and access road shall be kept clear of obstructions and other parts of the building, plants, trees or other fixtures shall not obstruct the path between the fire engine hardstanding and access opening. The inner radius of turning facility for the fire engine hardstanding and access road shall be minimum 7m. Dead-end fire department access roads in excess of 46 m in length shall be provided with approved provisions for the fire apparatus to turn around. All corners of fire engine hardstanding shall be marked. Marking of corners shall be in contrasting colour to the ground surfaces or finishes. Fire engine hardstanding provided on turfed area must be marked with contrasting object (preferably reflective) that is visible at night. The markings are to be at an interval not more than 2m apart and shall be provided on both sides of the fire engine hardstanding Side post displaying the wordings Fire Engine Access Keep Clear shall be provided at the entrance of the fire engine hardstanding. Size of wordings shall not be less than 50mm.
15.0 16.0 17.0 18.0 19.0
20.0
Access Opening 21.0 22.0 Access opening shall be spaced not more than 20m apart measured along the external wall from centre to centre of all access openings. Access shall include unobstructed external wall openings, windows, balcony doors, glazed wall panels or access panels. Windows, doors, wall panels or access panels must be readily openable from the inside and outside, unless fitted with breakable glazing. Inside and outside of access openings shall be unobstructed at all times during the occupancy of the building. An external wall which face the fire engine hardstanding and is windowless or a blank wall shall be provided with access opening at each storey. Access opening shall be note less than 850mm wide by 1000mm high with sill height of not more than 1100mm and height not less than 1800mm above the inside floor level. Panels to access openings shall be posted with either a red or orange triangle of equal sides (minimum 150mm on each side), which can be upright or inverted, on the external side of the 2 of 16
23.0 24.0 25.0

Material:

Item Provisions
FSS No:
4.1
wall and with wordings Fire Fighting Access Do Not Obstruct of at least 25mm height on the internal side. Annex A Building Type Institutional, Office, Shop and Place of Public Resort Gross floor area of largest floor Minimum 1/6 perimeter (min 15m) 2000m2 to 4000m2 perimeter >4000m2 to 8000m2 perimeter 2 2 >8000m to 16000m perimeter >16000m2 Island site access Building protected throughout by automatic sprinkler system Minimum 1/6 perimeter (min 15m) 2 2 4000m to 8000m perimeter >8000m2 to 16000m2 perimeter perimeter >16000m2 to 32000m2 >32000m2 Island site access Building Type Factory and Storage Gross cubicle extend of the building Minimum 1/6 perimeter (min 15m) 3 >28400m perimeter >56800m3 perimeter >85200m3 perimeter >113600m3 Island site access Building protected throughout by automatic sprinkler system Minimum 1/6 perimeter (min 15m) >56800m3 perimeter >113600m3 perimeter >170400m3 perimeter >227200m3 Island site access
3 of 16

Annex B
Access opening
BI
Fire engine hardstanding
Fire engine access road
4 of 16

Annex C
6m
5 of 16

Annex D
6 of 16

Annex E
7 of 16

Annex F
8 of 16

Annex G
9 of 16

Annex H
10 of 16

Annex I
11 of 16

Annex J
12 of 16

Annex K
13 of 16

Annex L
14 of 16

Annex M
15 of 16

Annex N
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Material:
PRIVATE FIRE HYDRANTS

Item 1.0 2.0 Provisions Fire Hydrants shall be provided external to buildings and spaced such that no part of any building is more than 50m from the nearest hydrant. The latest edition of the NFPA 24 Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances shall be applied for the approval of Fire Safety Plans and subject to the following. Hydrants shall be wet or dry barrel type with a minimum 4 nominal diameter barrel and two 2 instantaneous fire hose connections. Each hydrant shall be provided with its own isolating gate valve. Such gate valve shall be located in a pit at the base of the hydrant and shall be listed for such service. The lowest point of the valve pit shall be no more than 1m below the surrounding grade. Water Supplies shall be sufficient to provide 50 psi at the hydraulically most remote fire hydrant flowing a minimum of 500 gpm. The minimum flow rate shall be increased by 250 gpm for every additional hydrant up to a maximum of 1,250 gpm. Hydraulic calculations shall be performed as prescribed in NFPA 14, paragraph 5-9.1.2 Hydraulic Calculation Procedure. Where the pressure at the hose connection exceeds 175 psi, an approved pressure regulating device shall be fitted to the outlet of the hose connection. The inlet pressure shall not exceed the devices working pressure. The water supply shall be capable of providing the above minimum requirements for a minimum duration of 30 minutes. The adequacy of the water supply to meet the above minimum requirements shall be documented and submitted for review at plan approval stage and shall demonstrated at final inspection. For low hazard developments the hydrants may be supplied from the potable water supply network provided that all the criteria above are met and the distribution piping is configured such that isolation of any section of the piping to enable repairs to a break, will not isolate more than one building.
FSS No:
4.4
Notes
No of Hydrants
3.0 4.0
Type
5.0
Flow rate
6.0 7.0
Pipe size Maximum working pressure
8.0 9.0
Water capacity
10.0
Low hazard developments
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
28 October, 2007
QCDFSS-4.4-01_Private Hydrants_Rev D.doc
Revision D
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Subject:
FIRE PROTECTION PIPES

Item 1.0 Provisions Only cast iron, malleable iron, ferrous piping or copper tubing with suitable approved fittings and jointing shall be used for fire protection systems. Other types of material that are listed for fire protection service may be permitted subject to QCDD approval. Aboveground piping shall meet the minimum standards listed in NFPA 13, Table 6.3.1.1 Pipe or Tube Materials and Dimensions. Below ground piping shall meet the minimum standards listed in NFPA 24, Table 10.1.1 manufacturing Standards for Underground Piping.
FSS No:
6.01
Notes
Materials
2.0
3.0
Quality
4.0
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
03 April, 2008
QCDFSS-6.01_Fire Protection Pipe Rev A.doc
Revision A
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Subject:
FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

Item 1.0 Provisions Fire alarm systems shall be provided for all buildings and structure that provide public access. The type of system (manual/ automatic-manual) shall be as prescribed in Table 6.3A Fire alarm systems shall be of the conventional type or of the analogue addressable type or a combination of both. They shall be certified for use in Qatar by the QCDD. Fire Alarm Systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with the NFPA 72 except as clearly modified by these requirements. Where ambiguities in either these requirements or the NFPA 72 exist, it shall be the responsibility of the engineer endorsing the fire safety plans to obtain clarification from the QCDD. All fire alarm systems shall have a Main Control Panel and a Main Indicating Mimic Panel. The Main Indicating Mimic Panel shall use red coloured LEDs to indicate graphically the building, the floor, location of and the initiating device that is in alarm. Each building shall either have its own standalone Panel or a Repeater Control Panel from which all features of the fire alarm system located in or associated with the building can be controlled Each floor of every building shall as a minimum have a Zone Chart that clearly depicts using colours and symbols, the location of all fire zones, the type and location of all initiating devices on that floor and a YOU ARE HERE indication. Zone Charts shall be detailed and included with the fire safety plans submission for approval by the QCDD.
FSS No:
6.3
Notes
Where and what is required Types
2.0
3.0
NFPA 72
4.0
System architecture
5.0
Standalone Panels Repeater Panel Zone Chart
6.0
7.0
Indicating Mimic Where the floor area of the building is 1,000 m2 or greater or has 3 fire Panel zones or more, an Indicating Mimic Panel shall be provided incorporating the Zone Chart. The Indicating Mimic Panels shall use red coloured LEDs to indicate in the case of Analogue Addressable Systems, all initiating devices in alarm and in the case of conventional systems, all fire zones in which the fire alarm(s) originated. Manual Call Points shall be located within 1.5 m of each fire exit. These shall be located such that no part of any floor is further than 30m from the nearest Manual Call Point. Wiring shall be in accordance in accordance with the NFPA72. Where cables are exposed and subject to possible damage from normal use of the occupancy, they shall be provided with mechanical protection. Power Supplies Operating voltage shall be Extra Low Voltage. Manual Call Points Cabling
8.0
9.0
10.0
Power Supplies
QCDFSS-6.03_Fire Alarm Systems Rev C.doc
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Subject:
FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

Item 10.1 Provisions Primary Power Supply shall be an ac supply from an authorized electricity provider and shall be exclusive to the alarm system. The primary power supply should be from eth building emergency mains supply if such supply is available. The primary power supply shall be direct from the electrical distribution board and the circuit shall not be used for any other purpose. The protective isolating device controlling this circuit shall be clearly labeled to indicate that it controls the fire alarm system. It shall terminate inside the fire alarm panel or its integral power supply unit. No external intermediary switch shall be provided between the protective isolation device at the electrical distribution board and the fire alarm panel/integral power supply unit. 10.2
FSS No:
6.3
Notes
Primary Power Supply
Secondary Power Supply shall be in the form of storage batteries, with an Secondary Power Supply automatic charger. It shall be capable of operating the alarm system in the event of failure of the primary power supply and vice versa. A fault warning shall be given in the event of failure of either primary or secondary power supply. A battery charger of appropriate type and rating shall be provided to keep the storage batteries under constant voltage charge. The charger shall incorporate automatic control features with output designed to charge and maintain the batteries within the limits specified by the battery manufacturer, taking into account any quiescent load imposed by the associated system. The charger shall be designed and rated to so that a battery discharged to its final voltage can be recharged to at least 80% of its rated capacity within 24 hours and its rated capacity within another 48 hours. Fault Indications Battery Charger
10.3 10.4
10.5
Battery Capacity The storage battery used to power the alarm system shall be such that in the event of primary power supply failure, the battery is capable of maintaining the system in normal working condition for at least for at least 24 hours. Thereafter it shall be capable of supplying the additional load resulting from an alarm originating in two separate zones for a period of half an hour and if utilized, to supply emergency evacuation alarms, it shall also be capable of supplying the full emergency evacuation alarm load for a period of at least 10 minutes. Battery capacity sizing shall include the load controlling the operation of
Battery Capacity
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Subject:
FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

Item Provisions ancillary equipment for example, but not limited to that equipment required for control of air handling equipment, lift homing, pressurization fans and fire suppression equipment.
FSS No:
6.3
Notes
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
10 September, 2007
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TABLE 6.3A PROVISION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
Occupancy Total Floor Area per Storey (m2 / ft2) Type of System
Residential Single Storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 storeys but less than 28m habitable height High rise Dormitories & Hostels Single Storey 2 Storeys or more Healthcare Occupancies Single Storey 2 Storeys or more with stay-in facilities 2 Storeys or more without stay-in facilities Hotels & Serviced Apartments Single Storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 storeys Business Occupancies Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys Mercantile Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys Industrial Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys Assembly Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys
No limit 400 and greater Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant
Not required Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only
Not relevant Not relevant Not relevant 400 (subject to QCDD approval) 200 (subject to QCDD approval) Not relevant 400 200 Not relevant 400 (subject to QCDD approval) 200 (subject to QCDD approval) Not relevant 400 200 Not relevant
Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic
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Storage Single storey 2 to 4 Storeys More than 4 Storeys 400 200 Not relevant Manual Only Manual Only Manual and Automatic
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Material:
SPRINKLERS IN CONCEALED CEILING AND RAISED FLOOR SPACES

Item Provisions
FSS No:
6.04
Notes
1.0
Ceiling and floor spaces shall mean all concealed spaces between floors (or concrete slab roofs and floor) measured between the soffit to the top of the lined ceiling or between the top of the floor to the underside of the raised floor Concealed ceiling and floor spaces not exceeding 400mm in depth need not be protected by sprinkler Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 400mm but not exceeding 800mm in depth and do not contain combustible material need not be protected by sprinklers subject to submission of an Material Audit of the contents of the space undertaken and endorsed by the responsible engineer. The Audit shall be subject to review and approval by the QCD and shall include a coordinated services drawing(s) of the space in question with a section drawing, a table listing all materials with their flame spread index (not to exceed 25) determined through testing in accordance with NFPA 255 (test reports to be included), the individual materials' heat content. The total heat content within the concealed space which shall not exceed 11,356 kJ/m2 (1,000 Btu/ft2). The responsible engineer shall also confirm and verify that measures are implemented to ensure that the space remains as originally intended and there will be no fire load accumulation.
Definition
2.0 3.0
height <400mm 400mm<height< 800mm and no combustible material
4.0
Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 400mm but not exceeding 800mm in depth and containing combustible material shall be protected by sprinklers installed on the extended basis. Sprinkler protection may be omitted where the space is subdivided by fire and draught stops at intervals not exceeding 15m in any direction. Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 800mm in depth not containing combustible materials shall be protected by sprinkler installed on the extended basis. Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 800mm in depth containing combustible material shall be fully protected by sprinklers in accordance with the requirement for the particular hazard.
400mm<height< 800mm and has combustible material >800mm and has no combustible material >800mm and has combustible material
5.0
6.0
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank & Paul Khoo
Date:
18 February, 2009
QCDFSS-6.04_Sprinklers Voids_Rev B.doc
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Subject:
CLEAN AGENT SYSTEMS

Item Provisions
FSS No:
6.08
Notes
The design, installation and testing of Clean Agent Systems shall be in accordance with these regulations and the NFPA 2001. Only clean agents specifically approved by the Qatar Civil Defence shall be used. The use of CO2 is prohibited without specific approval from the QCD. Such approval will only be granted on the basis of a formal engineering analysis that concludes to the satisfaction of the QCD, that alternative clean agents are not able to satisfactorily extinguish the fire. Clean Agent storage containers shall not be stored within the protected enclosure. They shall be easily accessible from the main entrance of the protected enclosure. A manual mechanical means of discharging the required agent shall be provided on the storage container. Clean Agent systems shall be operated automatically by a QCD approved automatic detection system. The Control Panel shall be located external to the protected enclosure and located near the main entrance to the protected enclosure. The Control Panel shall be connected to the Buildings Main Fire Alarm Panel and shall provide Alarm, Gas Discharged and Fault indications on the Main Panel. Gas discharge shall only occur after a predetermined time delay to be approved by the QCD. The time delay shall be interrupted by the operation of the Abort Switch and shall re-commence on release of the Abort Switch. The minimum delay shall be 20 seconds. At least one Manual Release Push Button shall be provided external to the protected enclosure and mounted within 1.5m of the main entrance. Subject to the size and configuration of the protected enclosure, more than one Manual Release push button may be required. Operation of the Manual Push Button shall cause instant release of the clean agent. An Abort Switch that interrupts the countdown delay timer shall be provided within the protected enclosure and mounted within 1.5m of the main entrance. Subject to the size and configuration of the protected enclosure, more than one
Applicable Codes and regs
Location of storage containers
Mechanical actuation Automatic operation Control Panel
Gas discharge delay timer to allow occupants escape
Manual Release
Abort Switch
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Subject:
CLEAN AGENT SYSTEMS

Item Provisions
FSS No:
6.08
Notes
Abort Switch may be required. Continuous operation of the Abort Switch shall be required to interrupt the countdown timer. Release of the Abort Switch shall reset the countdown timer to gas discharge. 9 "DO NOT ENTER - GAS DISCHARGED" illuminated signs shall be external to the protected enclosure and mounted above all entrances so as to be visible to any person entering. The lettering shall be a minimum of 50mm high. It shall be visible at all times of the day. The illumination shall be activated by a pressure switch fitted to the discharge piping. "EVACUATE NOW GAS DISCHARGE" illuminated signs shall be provided above the exits of the protected enclosure. The lettering shall be a minimum of 50mm high. It shall be visible at all times of the day. Illumination shall be activated by on commencement of the discharge time delay. 10 All enclosures protected by clean agent systems that are required by code to be provided with an extinguishing system, in the absence of sprinkler protection, must be constructed from 2 hour fire resistant elements. Subject to the location of the enclosure, its integrity (to be verified through testing) and the type and nature of the clean agent used, ventilation system to purge the gas after discharge may be required by the QCD. Due consideration shall be given to this aspect of the system. All enclosures protected by Clean Agents systems must be subjected to an Enclosure Integrity Test. The test must be conducted by a qualified tester acceptable to the QCD. The test shall verify the ability of the protected enclosure to maintain the minimum design concentration for 10 minutes. The enclosure test must be witnessed by the QCD. This is a pre-condition for issue of the building's fire safety certificate. Paul Khoo
Date:
Gas Discharge signage
Enclosure considerations
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13 August, 2009
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Subject:
RISING MAIN FOR FIRE FIGHITNG

Item 1.0 Provisions Type of rising main system shall be provided appropriate to the building as follow: Dry Rising Main Any floor at habitable height beyond 10m and not exceeding 28m above ground level Wet Rising Main For building having a habitable height exceeding 28m above the ground level Separate dry and wet rising main systems in a building may be permitted by CDD. 2.0 Number and distribution of rising main shall be as follow: All parts of any floor not more than 28m above the ground level is within 38m from a landing valve, the distance to be measured along a route suitable for hose lines, including any distance up or down a stairway. One rising main is provided for one or a series of floors higher than 28m above ground, with each rising main serving not more than 930m2 of any floor and subject to all parts of the floor to be within 38m from a landing valve.
FSS No:
6.2
Notes Type
Number
3.0
Position of rising mains and associated landing valves shall be located in the following order or priority: a. Within a smoke-stop lobby b. In the common area and within a protected shaft, immediately outside the exit staircase if there is no smoke-stop lobby c. Inside exit staircase where smoke-stop lobby and common area are not provided
Location
4.0
Minimum nominal bore of rising main shall be: 100mm where the rising main does not exceed 45m in habitable height and only one landing
Size
5.0
The inlet to the rising main shall be located: a. On an external wall or a boundary of a building and to be within 18m of the adjacent fire appliance access road. Each rising main for residential building shall be fitted within a breeching inlet directly at the foot of the
Location of Breeching inlet
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Subject:
RISING MAIN FOR FIRE FIGHITNG

Item Provisions same riser stack. b. As close as possible to the rising main they serve with any connecting pipe between thee inlet and the vertical run of the rising main kept to a minimum and given a fall towards the drain valve. The total pressure loss of the dry rising main shall not exceed 6bars based on the design water flow rate. This is correspond with the maximum habitable height of 60m. c. In a conspicuous position readily visible and accessible to the fire fighters. 6.0 The landing valve of the rising main shall be installed between 1m and 1.4m. Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
FSS No:
6.2
Notes
Prepared by:
18 February 2008
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Annex A
3 of 6
Habitable height more than 28m
10m
28m

Annex B
28m
28m 23m
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Annex C
<28m
5 of 6

Annex D
10m
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Material:
SPRINKLER IN CONCEALED CEILING AND FLOOR SPACES

Item 1.0 Provisions Ceiling and floor spaces shall mean all concealed spaces between floors (or concrete slab roofs and floor) measured between the underside of the floor (or concrete slab roof) to the top of the lined ceiling or between the top of the floor to the underside of the raised floor Concealed ceiling and floor spaces not exceeding 400mm in depth need not be protected by sprinkler Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 400mm but not exceeding 800mm in depth and not containing combustible materials need not be protected by sprinklers. Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 400mm but not exceeding 800mm in depth and containing combustible material shall be protected by sprinklers installed on the extended basis except that the sprinkler protection may not be omitted where the space is subdivided by fire and draught stops at intervals not exceeding 15m in each direction. Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 800mm in depth not containing combustible materials shall be protected by sprinkler installed on the extended basis. Concealed ceiling and floor spaces exceeding 800mm in depth containing combustible material shall be fully protected by sprinklers in accordance with the requirement for the particular hazard.
FSS No:
6.4
Notes
Definition
2.0 3.0
height <400mm 400mm<height< 800mm and no combustible material 400mm<height< 800mm and has combustible material >800mm and has no combustible material >800mm and has combustible material
4.0
5.0
6.0
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank & Paul Khoo
Date:
08 February, 2007
Revision A
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Subject:
FIRE LIFT
FSS No:
6.6.3
1. In any building, in which the habitable height exceeds 23m, or the depth of the basement is more than 9m below the average ground level, there shall be at least one fire lift. Fire lift shall be contained within a separate protected shaft or a common protected shaft containing other lifts subject to such other lifts being served at each storey by the fire fighting lobby. The fire fighting lobby shall be of minimum 1 hour fire resistance rating and pressurised to minimum 10 air changes per hour. 2. A fire lift shall have access to every habitable floor above or below the designated floor and shall be adjacent and accessible to an exit staircase and be approached by a fire fighting lobby at each storey. 3. Fire lift shall be provided with an operational feature that would enable firemen to cancel first or earlier call which has been inadvertently made to the fire lift during an emergency. For instance, in a fire emergency when any one of the fire detection devices or fire alarm systems is activated, all the passenger lifts shall be brought to the designated floor (usually ground storey) and park there with the lift landing doors remaining opened. 4. Fire lift shall also be provided with an operational feature at the ground storey to recall the lift back to the ground floor after fire fighter uses it. 5. A lift mainly intended for the transport of goods shall not be designated as a fire lift. 6. The power supply to the lift shall be connected to a sub-main circuit exclusive to the lift and independent of any other main or sub-main circuit. The power cables serving the lift installation shall be routed through an area of negligible fire risk. 7. The following buildings require the provision of standby generating plant for special emergency operations of fire lift: (i) Assembly, business, day-care educational, health care, hotel industrial, mercantile and industrial buildings; (ii) Residential buildings; (iii) Mixed developments where the passenger lifts serve both the residential and non-residential floors.
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
16th August 2007
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Subject:
FIRE PUMPS
Item Provision
FSS No: Notes
6.7
Definitions Certification Fire pump equipment must be listed and certified by a 3rd party. The certification must be based on a scheme which includes continual surveillance of the manufacturing plant where the fire pumps are manufactured and assembled. Where fire pumps are assembled at a different plant to where they are manufactured then the assembly plant must also be included within the certification and surveillance scheme. Fire pump equipment relied upon for satisfaction of fire safety requirements and regulations must be submitted to the QCD for review and approval. On approval a QCD certificate for the fire pump will be issued to the submitting party.
QCD Approved
1.0
Fire pumps must be provided for all buildings and structures where Application fire fighting systems are required and installed to ensure adequate flows of water at the minimum required pressures are maintained for the duration of the fire fighting operations. All fire pumps installations must be designed to operate under the conditions of loss of primary power source and mechanical failure. A fire pump installation comprising a duty electric motor driven pump with a standby diesel engine driven pump is deemed to satisfy this requirement. All fire pump configurations are subject to review and specific approval from the QCD is required. All equipment comprising the fire pump set including but not limited to pump, motor, engine, controller, pressure relief valves, suction valves, discharge valves, check valves, pipe supports and hangar, etc., must be listed for their intended use by a 3rd party certification body acceptable to the QCD. All equipment associated with pump installations must be submitted for QCD approval. Current acceptable 3rd party certifiers are: Underwriters Laboratories, (UL) FM Global LPCB
2.0
3.0
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Subject:
FIRE PUMPS
Item Provision
FSS No: Notes
6.7
VdS Other 3rd party certifiers not listed above may be submitted for consideration. Complete credentials and accreditation in English must be included in any submission for review by the QCD. 4.0 All fire pumps must be capable of providing at least 150% of the required minimum fire fighting water flow at not less than 65% of the minimum pressure required. A listed approved flow meter must be provided for each fire pump installation. The flow meter must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and within the listing limitations. The measurable flow range of the meter must be at least 200% of the minimum required flow. The flow meter must be installed such that its indicator/dial/gauge can be easily seen and read without the aid of step ladders, scaffolding or other lifting equipment. The flow meter must be a permanent installation and must not be removed after initial testing and setting into operation of the system. 6.0 A performance curve showing the pumps delivery flows and pressure together with the system demand curve must be provided for each installation. The intersection must be the design delivery of the pump system. Pumps performance curves Flow meter
5.0
7.0
Fire pumps must be enclosed in their own dedicated pump room. Fire pump room The fire pumps' room enclosure must have a 2 hour fire resistance rating. Where located within a building, a separate and dedicated ventilation system must be provided for the fire pump room. The ventilation system must draw fresh air directly from outside the building. Exhaust fans must be rated for hot gasses at 250C for 2 hours. Power supplies for the exhaust fans must be from the Class 1 central emergency generator through fire rated cables having a minimum 2 hour fire resistance rating. Safe direct access from outside the building must be provided for the fire pump room. The location of the fire pump room must be agreed with the QCD at DC1 stage. Ventilation
8.0
9.0
Access
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Subject:
FIRE PUMPS
Item Provision
FSS No: Notes
6.7
Definitions Certification Fire pump equipment must be listed and certified by a 3rd party. The certification must be based on a scheme which includes continual surveillance of the manufacturing plant where the fire pumps are manufactured and assembled. Where fire pumps are assembled at a different plant to where they are manufactured then the assembly plant must also be included within the certification and surveillance scheme. Fire pump equipment relied upon for satisfaction of fire safety requirements and regulations must be submitted to the QCD for review and approval. On approval a QCD certificate for the fire pump will be issued to the submitting party.
QCD Approved
1.0
Fire pumps must be provided for all buildings and structures where Application fire fighting systems are required and installed to ensure adequate flows of water at the minimum required pressures are maintained for the duration of the fire fighting operations. All fire pumps installations must be designed to operate under the conditions of loss of primary power source and mechanical failure. A fire pump installation comprising a duty electric motor driven pump with a standby diesel engine driven pump is deemed to satisfy this requirement. All fire pump configurations are subject to review and specific approval from the QCD is required. All equipment comprising the fire pump set including but not limited to pump, motor, engine, controller, pressure relief valves, suction valves, discharge valves, check valves, pipe supports and hangar, etc., must be listed for their intended use by a 3rd party certification body acceptable to the QCD. All equipment associated with pump installations must be submitted for QCD approval. Current acceptable 3rd party certifiers are: Underwriters Laboratories, (UL) FM Global LPCB
2.0
3.0
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Subject:
FIRE PUMPS
Item Provision
FSS No: Notes
6.7
VdS Other 3rd party certifiers not listed above may be submitted for consideration. Complete credentials and accreditation in English must be included in any submission for review by the QCD. 4.0 All fire pumps must be capable of providing at least 150% of the required minimum fire fighting water flow at not less than 65% of the minimum pressure required. A listed approved flow meter must be provided for each fire pump installation. The flow meter must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and within the listing limitations. The measurable flow range of the meter must be at least 200% of the minimum required flow. The flow meter must be installed such that its indicator/dial/gauge can be easily seen and read without the aid of step ladders, scaffolding or other lifting equipment. The flow meter must be a permanent installation and must not be removed after initial testing and setting into operation of the system. 6.0 A performance curve showing the pumps delivery flows and pressure together with the system demand curve must be provided for each installation. The intersection must be the design delivery of the pump system. Pumps performance curves Flow meter
5.0
7.0
Fire pumps must be enclosed in their own dedicated pump room. Fire pump room The fire pumps' room enclosure must have a 2 hour fire resistance rating. Where located within a building, a separate and dedicated ventilation system must be provided for the fire pump room. The ventilation system must draw fresh air directly from outside the building. Exhaust fans must be rated for hot gasses at 250C for 2 hours. Power supplies for the exhaust fans must be from the Class 1 central emergency generator through fire rated cables having a minimum 2 hour fire resistance rating. Safe direct access from outside the building must be provided for the fire pump room. The location of the fire pump room must be agreed with the QCD at DC1 stage. Ventilation
8.0
9.0
Access
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Subject:
CLEAN AGENT SYSTEMS

Item Provisions
FSS No:
6.08
Notes
The design, installation and testing of Clean Agent Systems shall be in accordance with these regulations and the NFPA 2001. Only clean agents specifically approved by the Qatar Civil Defence shall be used. The use of CO2 is prohibited without specific approval from the QCD. Such approval will only be granted on the basis of a formal engineering analysis that concludes to the satisfaction of the QCD, that alternative clean agents are not able to satisfactorily extinguish the fire. Clean Agent storage containers shall not be stored within the protected enclosure. They shall be easily accessible from the main entrance of the protected enclosure. A manual mechanical means of discharging the required agent shall be provided on the storage container. Clean Agent systems shall be operated automatically by a QCD approved automatic detection system. The Control Panel shall be located external to the protected enclosure and located near the main entrance to the protected enclosure. The Control Panel shall be connected to the Buildings Main Fire Alarm Panel and shall provide Alarm, Gas Discharged and Fault indications on the Main Panel. Gas discharge shall only occur after a predetermined time delay to be approved by the QCD. The time delay shall be interrupted by the operation of the Abort Switch and shall re-commence on release of the Abort Switch. The minimum delay shall be 20 seconds. At least one Manual Release Push Button shall be provided external to the protected enclosure and mounted within 1.5m of the main entrance. Subject to the size and configuration of the protected enclosure, more than one Manual Release push button may be required. Operation of the Manual Push Button shall cause instant release of the clean agent. An Abort Switch that interrupts the countdown delay timer shall be provided within the protected enclosure and mounted within 1.5m of the main entrance. Subject to the size and configuration of the protected enclosure, more than one
Applicable Codes and regs
Location of storage containers
Mechanical actuation Automatic operation Control Panel
Gas discharge delay timer to allow occupants escape
Manual Release
Abort Switch
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Revision B
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Subject:
CLEAN AGENT SYSTEMS

Item Provisions
FSS No:
6.08
Notes
Abort Switch may be required. Continuous operation of the Abort Switch shall be required to interrupt the countdown timer. Release of the Abort Switch shall reset the countdown timer to gas discharge. 9 "DO NOT ENTER - GAS DISCHARGED" illuminated signs shall be external to the protected enclosure and mounted above all entrances so as to be visible to any person entering. The lettering shall be a minimum of 50mm high. It shall be visible at all times of the day. The illumination shall be activated by a pressure switch fitted to the discharge piping. "EVACUATE NOW GAS DISCHARGE" illuminated signs shall be provided above the exits of the protected enclosure. The lettering shall be a minimum of 50mm high. It shall be visible at all times of the day. Illumination shall be activated by on commencement of the discharge time delay. 10 All enclosures protected by clean agent systems that are required by code to be provided with an extinguishing system, in the absence of sprinkler protection, must be constructed from 2 hour fire resistant elements. Subject to the location of the enclosure, its integrity (to be verified through testing) and the type and nature of the clean agent used, ventilation system to purge the gas after discharge may be required by the QCD. Due consideration shall be given to this aspect of the system. All enclosures protected by Clean Agents systems must be subjected to an Enclosure Integrity Test. The test must be conducted by a qualified tester acceptable to the QCD. The test shall verify the ability of the protected enclosure to maintain the minimum design concentration for 10 minutes. The enclosure test must be witnessed by the QCD. This is a pre-condition for issue of the building's fire safety certificate. Paul Khoo
Date:
Gas Discharge signage
Enclosure considerations
11
12
Prepared by:
13 August, 2009
QCDFSS-6[1].08_Clean Agent Systems Rev B
Revision B
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Material:
FIRE (EMERGENCY) COMMAND CENTRE

Item 1.0 Provisions Occupancy Type A Fire Command Centre shall be provided in any high rise building or building requires any of the following installation: a. emergency voice communication system; and b. smoke control system. Fire Command Centre is not required for all apartment buildings. The centre can be used for other purposes during normal days. 2.0 Location Fire Command Centre shall be located: a. Adjacent to the fire lift lobby at the designated storey of the building (ie the lobby of the building on the ground floor or immediately adjacent thereto), and b. With safe access from outside, or c. Alternatively at the logical main entrance where the fire response team will report if there is no fire lift in the building. 3.0 Equipment Fire command centre shall contain control and supervisory equipment/panel in accordance with NFPA 101 and the following: a. Main fire alarm panel b. Emergency voice communication control panel c. Fire fighters smoke-control station (NFPA 92A) 4.0 Size Fire Command Centre shall be of adequate size to house all abovementioned equipment and a free working space of at least 6 sq m. 5.0 Compartment Fire Command Centre shall have not less than 2 hours fire resistance separation from other parts of the building.
FSS No:
8.2.3
Notes
Application
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Material:
FIRE (EMERGENCY) COMMAND CENTRE

Item 6.0 Provisions Emergency Lighting and Power Fire Command Centre shall be provided with emergency lighting in accordance with NFPA 101 and 70. All lighting and equipment essential for emergency operation in the centre shall also be connected to secondary power supply by fire resistant cables complying with NFPA 70. 7.0 Ventilation Systems Air conditioning or Mechanical ventilation (ACMV) where required for the Fire Command Centre shall be provided with secondary power supply and shall have ductworks independent of any other ductwork serving other parts of the building. Any part of the supply duct running outside the Fire Command Centre which it serves shall either be enclosed or constructed to give a fire resistance rating of at least 2 hours. The minimum outdoor air supply in non air-conditioned Fire Command Centre shall be 6 air-changes per hour. 8.0 Services Services and equipment not serving the Fire Command Centre shall not pass through the centre.
FSS No:
8.2.3
Notes
Prepared by:
Yeo Swee Khiank
Date:
17th September 2007
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FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIEREMENTS

Subject:
FIRE PROTECTION AND DETECTION CONTRACTOR LICENSING

Item 1.0 2.0 3.0 Provisions Installers of Fire Protection Products and Systems for compliance with Qatar Fire Safety Requirements shall be Licensed by the QCDD. To obtain a license, the installer shall demonstrate his understanding of the types of fire detection and protection systems he installs. In the case of a company, the management shall maintain in the companys employ at least one engineer who shall demonstrate competence as in 2.0 above for the validity of the license. Failing which the license shall be null and void. The installer or engineer shall submit himself to an interview by a panel comprised of QCD technical staff that will assess his competence. During the panel interview, the interviewee may submit certifications and accreditation in support of his application for a license. On completion of the interview, the QCD technical will report by to the licensing officer on their assessment using form CL1-01. On receipt of form CL1-01 and in accordance with the policies of the QCD, the Licensing Officer may issue the license or may reject the application. If the installer or company believes that he has been wrongly assessed due to special circumstances, he may appeal the assessment by application to the licensing officer who may require him to submit himself to another Assessment Interview.
FSS No:
CL1
Notes
4.0
5.0 6.0
7.0
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
30 January, 2008
Revision --
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Subject:
PRODUCT APPROVAL
Item 1.0 Provisions Fire Protection Products intended for sale and use in Qatar in performance of QCDD Life Safety a requirement shall be approved for such use by the QCDD. Approval is obtained as follows. A Product Review Application Form is completed for each product or system Data sheets or product catalogues which fully describe the product shall be attached to the application form. At least one test certificate from a QCDD approved 3rd party testing laboratories shall be listed on the application form complete with reference number and a copy shall be attached. In the case of sprinklers, at least two certificates from different laboratories are required.
FSS No:
PA1
Notes
2.0
3.0 4.0 5.0
QCDD FSEs shall review the application for completeness, correctness and currency. In the event that any of the review criteria is not fulfilled, the application will be returned. On verification of fulfillment of the criteria in 3.0, the QCDD will issue approval of the product.
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
30 July, 2007
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Subject:
PRODUCT APPROVAL
Item 1.0 Provisions Fire Protection Products intended for sale and use in Qatar in performance of QCD Life Safety a requirement shall be approved for such use by the QCD. Approval is obtained by presenting for review the following. A Product Review Application Form is completed for each product or system Data sheets or product catalogues which fully describe the product shall be attached to the application form. At least one test certificate from a QCD approved 3rd party testing laboratory shall be listed on the application form complete with reference number and a copy shall be attached to it. In the case of sprinklers, at least two certificates from different laboratories are required Valid and current Product Certification to validate the QMS; issued by an approved accredited organization to the manufacturer's factory
FSS No:
PA1
Notes
2.0
3.0 4.0 5.0
QCD FSEs shall review the application for completeness, correctness and currency. In the event that any of the review criteria is not fulfilled, the application will be returned. On verification of fulfillment of the criteria in 3.0, the reviewing FSE shall prepare a Product Review Report which shall indicate the QCDs acceptance or rejection of the product. The FSE shall sign on the Product Review Report. Product Review Report shall be approved by a Senior Fire Safety Engineer and shall sign on the report. On approval of the Product Review Report a QCD Approval Certificate shall be issued by the Officer In Charge.
6.0 7.0
Prepared by:
Paul Khoo
Date:
01 July, 2008
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PROVISION FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

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PROVISION FOR THE USE OF CERTAIN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

12.2 12.3 13.

CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR FIRE HYDRANTS

FIRE HYDRANTS DESIGN CRITRIA

Item 1.0 1.1

2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 4.0

June 25, 2007

QCDFSS_Fire Hydrants - Design Criteria.doc

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2nd July, 2009

FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR

2nd July, 2009

FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

Service Pressure Corrosion Testing Flushing

CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR

2nd July, 2009

FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

QCDFSS-1.1_Basic Requirements_Rev A.doc

CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR

2nd July, 2009

FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

QCDFSS-1.1_Basic Requirements_Rev A.doc

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FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

FIRE SAFETY PROVISIONS FOR

KHARAMAA SUBSTATIONS AND CONSUMER SWICTHGEAR ROOMS

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FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

FIRE SAFETY PROVISIONS FOR

KHARAMAA SUBSTATIONS AND CONSUMER SWICTHGEAR ROOMS

NFPA 101 Alternative Clean Agents

Paul Khoo & Yeo Swee Khiank

FSS-1.02_Substations & Switch Gear Rooms Rev A

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FIRE SAFETY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

SINGLE EXIT STAIRCASE FOR RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR PENTHOUSE

Yeo Swee Khiank

CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR

FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

FIRE SAFETY PROVISIONS FOR LOW RISE RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR PENTHOUSE

23rd July, 2007

QCDFSS-1.4_Low Rise Residential Apartments

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FIRE SAFETY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

CIVIL DEFENCE DEPARTMENT MINISTRY OF INTERIOR, QATAR

FIRE SAFETY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIERMENTS

Yeo Swee Khiank/ Paul Khoo

Date: 9 April 2008

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FIRE SAFETY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL PROVISIONS IN RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR MAISONETTE UNIT

QCDFSS-1.6.1_General Provision for Apartments_Rev A.doc Page 1 of 2

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FIRE SAFETY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL PROVISIONS IN RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT OR MAISONETTE UNIT

3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 4.0 4.1

QCDFSS-1.6.1_General Provision for Apartments_Rev A.doc Page 2 of 2

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FIRE SAFTEY STANDARDS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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