REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE ZONES

Fire zones are areas within which only certain types of buildings are permitted to be constructed based
on their use or occupancy, type of construction, and resistance to fire.

According to NBCP

SECTION 601. Fire-Resistive Rating defined Fire-resistive rating means the degree to which a material
can withstand fire as determined by generally recognized and accepted testing methods.

SECTION 602. Fire-Resistive Time Period Rating Fire-resistive time rating is the length of time a material
can withstand being burned which may be one-hour, two-hours, three-hours, four-hours, etc.

This is with accordance to RA 9514 THE FIRE CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES

SECTION 10.2.8.10 EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN AND OCCUPANT LOAD CAPACITY

SECTION 10.2.5.13 EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN A. An emergency evacuation plan shall be posted on
strategic and conspicuous locations in the building containing the following basic information:

1. “You Are Here/ room number/ building” Marking

2. Fire Exits

3. Primary Route to Exit (Nearest to the viewer)

4. Secondary Route to Exit (Second nearest to the viewer)

5. Fire alarm pull stations and annunciators

6. Fire extinguishers/ hose cabinets

7. Emergency Light 8. First Aid Kits locations (if applicable) 9. Emergency Call stations (if applicable) 10.
Areas of safe refuge (for high-rise building) 11. Assembly areas instructions 12. “In Case of Emergency”
instructions

B. This shall be drawn with a photo-luminescent background to be readable in case of power failure

ARE THERE ADEQUATE FIRE EXITS AND EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLANS IN PLACE?

SECTION 10.2.9.2

B. Minimum Number of Exits 1. Every room or space with a capacity of fifty (50) or more persons or over
ninety-three square meters (93 m2 ) in area shall have at least two (2) doorways as remote from each
other as practicable. Such doorways shall provide access to separate exits; but where egress is through
corridors, they shall open upon a common corridor leading to separate exits in opposite directions.

C. Travel Distance to Exits Travel distance to an exit from any point in a building without an approved,
supervised automatic sprinkler system shall not exceed forty-six meters (46 m), and shall not exceed
sixty-one meters (61 m) in any building protected throughout by an approved, supervised automatic
sprinkler system.

D. Access to Exits
2. Any corridor shall be not less than one and eighty-three hundredths meters (1.83 m) wide in the clear.

3. Doors which swing into an exit access corridor shall be recessed to prevent interference with corridor
traffic; any doors not so recessed shall open the one hundred eighty degrees (180˚) to stop against the
wall. Doors in any position shall not reduce the required corridor width by more than a half.

IS THE BUILDING EQUIPPED WITH FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, ALARMS, AND SPRINKLER SYSTEMS AS PER
THE FIRE CODE?

Under SECTION 10.2.8.8 covering the Fire Detection and Alarm System

1. All assembly occupancies shall be provided with fire alarm system with manual initiation; provided
however, that where occupants of the building exceed three hundred (300) persons, the initiation shall
be through an automatic detection system.

2. The required fire alarm system shall activate an audible and visible alarm in a constantly attended
receiving station within the building when occupied for purposes of initiating emergency action.

ARE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS STORED SAFELY AWAY FROM POTENTIAL IGNITION SOURCES?

SECTION 10.2.6.2 FIRE DOORS

A. Any fire door installed in accordance with the requirements of this Chapter shall be in accordance
with NFPA 80, Standard for Fire Doors and other Opening Protectives. The fire resistance rating of any
fire door shall be as measured in accordance with the appropriate internationally accepted standards.
Each fire door shall be appropriate for the location in which it is installed.

B. Any swinging fire door and any door in stair enclosure walls designed to prevent the spread of fire
shall be provided with approved positive latching means to hold it in closed position against the
pressure of expanding fire gases.

ARE SMOKE DETECTORS INSTALLED IN KEY AREAS, SUCH AS CLASSROOMS, HALLWAYS, AND
COMMON AREAS?

As per accordance with SECTION 10.2.6.4

C. Automatic Sprinklers Where approved, supervised automatic sprinklers are installed, interior finish
with flame spread rating not over Class C may be used in any location where Class B is normally
specified, and with rating of Class B in any location where Class A is normally specified, unless specifically
prohibited in this RIRR.

SPACE
ARE VENTILATION SYSTEMS DESIGNED TO ENSURE ADEQUATE AIR CIRCULATION?

SECTION 807. Air Space Requirements in Determining the Size of Rooms 1. Minimum air space shall be
provided as follows: a. School Rooms – 3.00 cu. meters with 1.00 sq. meter of floor area per person;
ARE THERE FACILITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, AS REQUIRED BY ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS?

Which was under:

Section 10- Section 10 mandates that public and private buildings, including educational institutions,
must comply with the accessibility standards specified in the law. This includes ensuring that buildings
are accessible to persons with disabilities by incorporating features such as ramps, handrails, elevators,
and accessible restrooms.

Section 11 - This section specifies the requirements for accessible routes within buildings, including
corridors, ramps, and elevators. It also covers the design and construction standards for these features.

Section 12 Section 12 addresses the requirements for entrances and exits in buildings, including the
provision of ramps, handrails, and other features to ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities.

Section 13 - Section 13 outlines the standards for restroom facilities in buildings, including the
provision of accessible restrooms equipped with features such as grab bars, accessible sinks, and
adequate space for maneuvering.

Section 14- This section specifies the requirements for parking spaces reserved for persons with
disabilities, including the number of spaces required, their location, and the design standards they must
meet.

Section 15 - Section 15 covers the requirements for facilities and amenities within buildings, including
classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and other spaces commonly found in educational institutions. It
mandates that these spaces be designed and constructed to ensure accessibility for persons with
disabilities.

Philippine Disaster Reduction and Management Act (RA 10121)

Republic Act 10121, also known as the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act
(PDRRMA) of 2010, is a comprehensive law aimed at strengthening the country's disaster risk
reduction and management system.

Section 2 - Declaration of Policy:

- This section establishes the national policy on disaster risk reduction and management, emphasizing
the importance of building the resilience of communities, including educational institutions, against
disasters.

Section 11 - Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Planning:

- This section mandates the formulation of disaster risk reduction and management plans at various
levels, including the national, regional, provincial, city, municipal, and barangay levels. Educational
institutions are encouraged to develop and implement their disaster risk reduction and management
plans in coordination with local government units.

Section 14 - Integration of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management into the Education Sector:

- This section emphasizes the integration of disaster risk reduction and management principles and
practices into the formal and non-formal education systems. It encourages the development and
integration of disaster risk reduction and management curricula, programs, and activities in educational
institutions at all levels.

Section 16 - Public Information, Education, and Communication:

- This section underscores the importance of public information, education, and communication
campaigns on disaster risk reduction and management. Educational institutions are encouraged to
participate in these efforts by integrating disaster risk reduction and management messages into their
educational programs and activities.

Section 18 - Capacity Building:

- This section highlights the importance of capacity building in disaster risk reduction and
management for various stakeholders, including educational institutions. It encourages the conduct of
training, seminars, workshops, and other capacity-building activities to enhance the knowledge and skills
of educators, students, and school personnel in disaster preparedness and response.

Section 19 - Mobilization of Volunteers:

- This section promotes the mobilization of volunteers, including students and faculty members from
educational institutions, for disaster response and recovery efforts. It encourages the establishment of
volunteer programs and initiatives within educational institutions to support local disaster risk reduction
and management efforts.

Section 21 - Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change in Development Processes:

- This section emphasizes the integration of disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation
considerations into development planning and decision-making processes, including those related to
educational infrastructure development and land use planning.

The National Plumbing Code of the Philippines, also known as Presidential Decree No. 1096, was
established to ensure the proper design, construction, installation, and maintenance of plumbing
systems in the country:

Chapter 7 - Plumbing Fixtures and Fixture Fittings:

- This chapter outlines requirements for different types of plumbing fixtures commonly found in
buildings, including schools. It covers specifications for water closets (toilets), urinals, lavatories, sinks,
drinking fountains, and other fixtures.

Chapter 8 - Water Supply and Distribution:

- This chapter provides standards for the design and installation of water supply systems within
buildings, including schools. It covers aspects such as water sources, pipe materials, pipe sizing, water
distribution systems, and backflow prevention devices.

Chapter 9 - Sanitary Drainage:

 - This chapter addresses the design and installation of sanitary drainage systems, including waste and
vent pipes, within buildings. It specifies requirements for drainage pipe materials, pipe sizing, slope
gradients, cleanouts, and connections to the public sewer or septic system.

Chapter 10 - Storm Drainage:

- This chapter pertains to the design and installation of stormwater drainage systems in buildings and
surrounding areas. It covers requirements for roof drainage, gutters, downspouts, stormwater piping,
and drainage of paved areas, which are relevant to school buildings with outdoor spaces.

Chapter 12 - Non-Potable Water Systems:

- This chapter addresses the design and installation of non-potable water systems, such as water for
irrigation, fire protection, and other non-drinking purposes. While primarily applicable to larger
buildings and facilities, certain provisions may be relevant to school buildings with specific non-potable
water needs.

Chapter 14 - Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance:

- This chapter emphasizes the importance of regular inspection, testing, and maintenance of
plumbing systems to ensure their proper functioning and compliance with the code's requirements. It
includes provisions for periodic inspections, testing procedures, and maintenance practices applicable to
all types of buildings, including schools.

Chapter 15 - Administration and Enforcement:

- This chapter outlines the responsibilities of authorities having jurisdiction, such as local building
officials, in enforcing the provisions of the National Plumbing Code. It covers permit requirements,
inspections, compliance with approved plans, and penalties for violations.