NFPA 150-2019 PDF Download

NFPA 150-2019 is a comprehensive standard that addresses the life safety needs of animals in various types of animal housing facilities. Developed after a series of disastrous fires in racetrack stables, the code helps users evaluate the physical setting of both human and animal occupants and their level of protection in case of a fire.

The 2019 edition of NFPA 150 has been rewritten and changed from a standard to a code, with a layout similar to NFPA 101, "Life Safety Code". It includes core and occupancy chapters and introduces seven new animal categories, each with tailored requirements to address specific hazards and safety needs of the facilities.

The code covers every aspect of fire and life safety for animals in all types of animal housing facilities, including barns, stables, kennels, animal shelters, veterinary facilities, zoos, laboratories, and racetracks. It addresses fire protection and fire safety mitigation measures, such as automatic sprinkler systems, fire alarms, control of building construction and interior finish types. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of emergency plans for relocating or evacuating animals if necessary.