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What is NYC AC § 27-329?

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This section establishes the classification and requirements for opening protectives, including frames, self-closing devices, and hardware, based on fire-protection ratings. It mandates compliance with specific reference standards and requires identification from a certified testing laboratory. Applies to building owners responsible for fire safety measures.

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§ 27-329 Opening protectives.

AC § 27-329

Opening protectives, including frames, self-closing devices, and hardware, shall be classified as to fire-protection rating in accordance with the test procedures of reference standards RS 5-6 and RS 5-7, and shall be installed, maintained, and operated in accordance with the provisions of reference standard RS 5-8. All opening protectives shall bear the identification of a testing laboratory or agency certifying to the performance rating thereof, in accordance with the acceptance requirements of section 27-131 of subchapter one of this chapter.

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