HAR §12-45.4-24. Plumbing code

Section 3.3.54.4 is amended to read as follows: 3.3.54.4 Plumbing Code. The plumbing code is the plumbing code adopted by the jurisdiction. [Eff ] (Auth: HRS §132-3) (Imp: HRS §132-3) (Jurisdiction is consistent with the building code definition in the fire code. This was in the previous state fire code. Each county adopts its own plumbing code that is based on the adopted state plumbing code. The county plumbing code takes precedence for new building construction.) §12-45.4-25 Maintenance, inspection, and testing general requirements. Section 4.5.8.1 is amended to read as follows: 4.5.8.1 Whenever or wherever any device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, fire-resistive construction, or any other feature is required for compliance with the provisions of this Code, such device, equipment, system, condition, arrangement, level of protection, fire-resistive construction, or other feature shall thereafter be continuously maintained. Maintenance shall be provided in accordance with applicable NFPA requirements and the building code or requirements developed as part of a performance-based design, or as directed by the AHJ. [Eff ] (Auth: HRS §132-3) (Imp: HRS §132-3) (This adds “and the building code” with applicable NFPA requirements for maintenance. §12-45.4-26 Authorization to witness maintenance, inspection, and testing. Section 4.5.8.8 is added to read as follows: 4.5.8.8 The AHJ is authorized to witness any maintenance, or test of a portable fire extinguisher, fire protection system, and fire alarm system by a certificate of fitness holder to determine if the maintenance or test meets the minimum requirements set forth by this code, applicable rules, and statutes. [Eff ] (Auth: HRS §132-16) (Imp: HRS §132-16) (This was relocated from 13.1.1.2.1 which only included fire protection systems a new section of the fire code that includes witnessing any inspection test or maintenance of any device, equipment, system. etc. by a COF holder by the AHJ. This gives the AHJ authority to inspect or witness any fire protection system to ensure it meets minimum requirements and allows the AHJ to observe COF holders to determine if ITM of these appliances or systems are being conducted as required. The importance of the proper operation of these life safety devices and appliances cannot be overemphasized.) §12-45.4-27 Owner/occupant responsibilities of unsafe buildings. Section 10.2.4 is amended by adding a sentence at the end to read as follows: For abatement of unsafe buildings, see the building code. [Eff ] (Auth: HRS §132-3) (Imp: HRS §132-3) (This was in previous state fire codes. Clarifies that the requirement for the abatement of unsafe buildings is authorized by the building code.) §12-45.4-28 On-premises fire fighting organization fire reporting. Section 10.6.1.2 is amended to read as follows: 10.6.1.2 Facilities that have established on-premises fire-fighting organizations and have coordinated and arranged procedures approved by the AHJ, shall notify the fire department in accordance with the approved plan. [Eff ] (Auth: HRS §132-3) (Imp: HRS §132-3) (The reference to 10.7.1.2 was changed to 10.6.1.2 because the section changed in the 2015 edition. This was in the previous state fire code. Requires notification, submittal and approval of an on-premises fire fighting plan to the county fire department. This is to facilitate cooperation and awareness of the capabilities and expectations in the event of a mutual aid response to an incident.)