Not in my opinion. We should always look at the definitions for each occupancy classification as opposed to the list in the annex. These facilities have a lot of plastics and combustibles that exceed the definition of light hazard and they are of heights exceeding 8 ft so OH1 is probably not adequate.
When I look at the foam in landing pits of gymnasiums or even the bleachers, I'd have a hard time seeing a simple gymnasium as light hazard. This is a personal opinion. Bob Caputo, CFPS President American Fire Sprinkler Association -----Original Message----- From: Sprinklerforum <[email protected]> On Behalf Of tstone52--- via Sprinklerforum Sent: Monday, February 7, 2022 7:44 AM To: [email protected] Cc: [email protected] Subject: INDOOR SPORTS FACILITY FIELD HOUSE NFPA does not define Field houses. Indoor Track, Basketball Courts, Tennis Courts and Climbing Wall. The new building will be 37'-0 high to the peak of a flat roof. Would it be safe to use Light Hazard Occupancy? Regards, G. Tim Stone G. Tim Stone Consulting, LLC NICET Level III Engineering Technician Fire Protection Sprinkler Design and Consulting Services 117 Old Stage Rd. - Essex Jct., VT. 05452 CELL: (802) 373-0638 <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://lists.firesprinkler.org/listinfo.cgi/sprinklerforum-firesprinkler.o rg _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://lists.firesprinkler.org/listinfo.cgi/sprinklerforum-firesprinkler.org
