Adoption Info of Arkansas Fire Sprinkler Code 2019
Official title 2019 Arkansas Fire Sprinkler Code
Effective dates January 1, 2019 – Present
Adopts with amendments NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2016 Edition
Read More: Arkansas Electrical Code 2020
Overview The NFPA 13 standard provides comprehensive requirements for the design, installation, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems. It includes guidelines for water supply, system components, installation practices, and testing to ensure the effectiveness and reliability of fire sprinkler systems in protecting life and property from fire.
The 2019 Arkansas Fire Sprinkler Code adopts the NFPA 13, 2016 Edition, with specific amendments tailored to Arkansas’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that fire sprinkler systems in Arkansas meet high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.

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