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NFPA 13D
NFPA 13D is a high-level NFPA reference for Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes. Residential sprinkler installation standard focused on one- and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes.
Residential sprinkler installation standard focused on one- and two-family dwellings and manufactured homes.
Residential sprinkler systems are intended to improve life safety by controlling developing fires in homes and giving occupants additional time to escape.
- Residential sprinkler system design concepts
- Water supply considerations
- Sprinkler location and coverage concepts
- Piping and system components
- Installation requirements
- System acceptance and maintenance considerations
- New one-family home sprinkler systems
- Two-family residential construction
- Manufactured home fire protection
- Residential sprinkler planning and inspection
- NFPA 13D is the same as NFPA 13 for commercial buildings.
- Every sprinkler in a home activates at the same time.
- Residential sprinkler protection removes the need for smoke alarms.
- Confirm which residential sprinkler standard the jurisdiction adopts
- Verify available water supply early in design
- Coordinate sprinkler design with building layout and utilities
- Keep smoke alarm protection as part of the overall life-safety strategy
What buildings does NFPA 13D cover?
Is NFPA 13D the same as NFPA 13?
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