IFC Ch. 9 requirement 1

Section 901.6: ITM of all required fire protection systems — references NFPA 25 and NFPA 72

IFC Ch. 9 requirement 2

Section 901.7: Impairment program (Red Tag / Yellow Tag) — AHJ notification required

IFC Ch. 9 requirement 3

Section 903: Where automatic sprinkler protection is required

IFC Ch. 9 requirement 4

Section 907: Where fire alarm and detection is required

IFC Ch. 9 requirement 5

Section 912: Fire department connections (FDC) — signage, visibility, 36" clearance

IFC Ch. 9 requirement 6

Section 915: Carbon monoxide detection requirements

Code reference · Jurisdiction-Adopted

IFC Ch. 9

Fire Protection Systems

The International Fire Code, Chapter 9, is the fire-protection-systems chapter adopted (and sometimes amended) by most US jurisdictions. It takes the NFPA standards and makes them enforceable local law. Chapter 9 covers automatic sprinkler systems, fire alarms, standpipes, smoke control, emergency responder radio coverage, and the owner-impairment program.

Key requirements

1
Section 901.6: ITM of all required fire protection systems — references NFPA 25 and NFPA 72
2
Section 901.7: Impairment program (Red Tag / Yellow Tag) — AHJ notification required
3
Section 903: Where automatic sprinkler protection is required
4
Section 907: Where fire alarm and detection is required
5
Section 912: Fire department connections (FDC) — signage, visibility, 36" clearance
6
Section 915: Carbon monoxide detection requirements

Official source

IFC — view at ICC →

Reference only

Published summary for informational use. Fire code adoption varies by jurisdiction and edition. Verify current enforced codes with your local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and consult a licensed fire protection contractor before taking action. Not legal or professional advice.