Relay for Life, CampbellMarch 30, 2017
Randall Johnson
Campbell University
Re: Relay for Life
Campbell University
Lillington, NC 27546
Application Number 17-50041028
Mr. Johnson,
Thank you for submitting
the plans for the Relay for Life. The plans have been carefully reviewed by a qualified code enforcement official to examine for compliance with the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code
and all other fire protection regulatory documents. There are some items that were found during the plan review process that need to be addressed before a permit can be issued. These
items are outlined and described below.
Permits
A permit will be issued for the special assembly that will include the event as a whole.
A permit may be issued for other tent areas
if the individual tent exceeds 700 ft2 or the aggregate area of multiple canopies placed side by side without a fire break clearance of 12’ exceeds 700 ft2.
Final inspection will be
conducted that day of the event and the permit will be issued
2401.13 Fire Extinguishers
Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided within a 30-foot (9144 mm) travel distance of
commercial-type cooking equipment. Cooking equipment involving vegetable or animal oils and fats shall be protected by a Class K rated portable extinguisher.
2A-10B:C fire extinguisher
shall be placed at tents/canopies with a travel distance not to exceed 100’ from any fire extinguisher
2404.15.5 Cooking tents.
Tents where cooking is performed shall be separated from
other tents, canopies or membrane structures by a minimum of 20 feet (6096 mm).
2411.6 Outdoor cooking.
Outdoor cooking that produces sparks or grease-laden vapors shall not be performed within 20 feet (6096 mm) from a tent, air-supported, air-inflated or tensioned
membrane structure, temporary membrane structure or canopy
2404.19 Separation of generators.
Generators and other internal combustion power sources shall be separated from tents, canopies
or membrane structures by a minimum of 20 feet (6096 mm) and shall be isolated from contact with the public by fencing, enclosure or other approved means.
2404.17.3 Refueling.
Refueling
shall be performed in an approved location not less than 20 feet (6096 mm) from tents, air-supported, air-inflated or tensioned membrane structures, temporary membrane structures or
canopies.
2403.8.5 Fire break.
An unobstructed fire break passageway or fire road not less than 12 feet (3658 mm) wide and free from guy ropes or other obstructions shall be maintained
on all sides of all tents, canopies and membrane structures unless otherwise approved by the fire code official.
2406.4 Combustible materials.
Hay, straw, shavings or similar combustible
materials shall not be located within any tent or air-supported structure containing an assembly occupancy, except the materials necessary for the daily feeding and care of animals.
Sawdust and shavings utilized for a public performance or exhibit shall not be prohibited provided the sawdust and shavings are kept damp. Combustible materials shall not be permitted
under stands or seats at any time. The areas within and adjacent to the tent or air-supported structure, shall be maintained clear of all combustible materials or vegetation that could
create a fire hazard within 20 feet (6096 mm) from the structure. Combustible trash shall be removed at least once a day from the structure during the period the structure is occupied
by the public.
Thank you again for submitting the plans for Relay for Life. Please review the plans and adhere to any notes and alterations that were made in addition to the original drawings. These
remarks are for the plans that were submitted and its original intent. These remarks do not apply if the original intent changes or what was submitted on the above date changes. If
you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call this office.
Again, thank you and we look forward to working with you during the event period!
Sincerely,
Rodney Daniels
Chief
Deputy Fire Marshal