NFPA 13R-2019 PDF Download

The NFPA 13R-2019 standard provides updated requirements for the installation of sprinkler systems in low-rise residential buildings. This standard is essential for installers and contractors to ensure compliance with the latest codes, employ modern technologies, and minimize risks while maximizing efficiency.

Some of the new requirements introduced in the 2019 edition of NFPA 13R include guidelines for the use of light hazard pipe and tube in ordinary hazard applications, regulations for installing sprinklers under and adjacent to beams, provisions for waste and linen systems, guidelines for the installation of fuel-fired equipment, and regulations for managing obstructions in hallways.

In addition, the 2019 edition features a reorganized and expanded Chapter 9, which includes domestic demand tables previously found in the annex. The standard also includes new images that provide clarity on sprinkler location and the required clearances around fireplaces. With approximately 47 pages, the NFPA 13R-2019 standard is a comprehensive resource for ensuring the proper installation of sprinkler systems in low-rise residential occupancies.