Interpretation #6933

Published April 26, 2012

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Code Version
2010
Code
BUILDING
Code Description
Building
Chapter
4
Section
443.3.6.4
Topic
Classroom Chemistry lab HVAC

Question

Is it the intent of FBC 443.3.6.4 that the HVAC systems in chemistry labs and science classrooms be designed and installed to ensure that chemicals originating from the space are not recirculated apply to General Science Classrooms?

Answer Published 04/26/2012 at 9:53 AM

without a more specific description of the classroom the
general answer is - Yes, the system should be designed to
prevent any chemicals used in the lab area from being
recirculated into adjacent areas. As the code states: "to
ensure that chemicals originating from the space are not
recirculated"

Commentary

None.