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A Closer Look at Some Assembly Occupancy Requirements

National Fire Protection Association

Chapter 10 outlines two testing options: 1) testing in accordance with NFPA 286, Standard Methods of Fire Tests for Evaluating Contribution of Wall and Ceiling Interior Finish to Room Fire Growth; or 2) testing in accordance with ASTM E84 or UL 723. Paragraph 10.2.3.1.2 Typically, there should be one crowd manager for every 250 occupants.