The Commodity Classification Of Goods In Storage Facilities Is Based On The
Commodity classifications are used to categorize the contents of storage occupancies so that the appropriate sprinkler system design can be identified. RELATED CONTENT: Register to watch an NFPA webinar on evolving warehouse challenges and fire protection systems Commodity classifications are determined by not only the product but also the packaging of that product, the container those. The commodity classifications are based on products with, or without, wood pallets.
Where plastic pallets are used, the commodity classification shall be modified in accordance with Section 3203.10. The combination of products, packing material, and container that determines commodity classification. This blog will address some of the misconceptions about high-piled storage and how to determine when additional fire protection requirements apply.
Over the next few weeks, this blog series will review the different commodity classifications, starting with Class I and concluding with high hazard commodities. What is High-Piled Combustible Storage? This begins with commodity classification under NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. This classification system, published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), plays a pivotal role in determining fire protection requirements, sprinkler system design, storage methods, and overall facility layout.
Types Of Commodity Classifications Klausbruckner & Associates is a consulting firm specializing in fire and building code regulations. We provide unrivaled expertise and service nationwide in the areas of commodity classification of ordinary combustibles, high hazard combustibles (incl. Group A, B, C plastics), chemicals and hazardous materials, for all types of storage including warehousing.
Classification of Warehouse Commodities Whenever potentially combustible materials are being stored, they receive a classification number based on the fire risk they involve. This alerts workers to how the material should be handled and where and how it can be stored. There are several levels of commodity classification.
Commodity class is the most important first step in proper Storage protection design, the best technologies can be overwhelmed by inadequate classifications. Determining the appropriate storage arrangement is second. What is Being Stored? What is being stored? The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has provided some general definitions to classify a wide variety of goods.
These definitions are based on the general combustibility of the item. The commodity classifications range from Class I. Commodity Classification - classification based on the type of product stored, including container and packaging materials.
Storage Arrangement - whether the product is stored in racks or piles or on pallets, the type of shelving, clearance to the roof, aisle width, etc.