IS 14689:1999 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for fire safety in industrial buildings (printing and publishing industry). This code of practice outlines fire safety requirements for buildings in the printing and publishing industry. It addresses hazard classification, fire-resistant construction, means of escape, and specific provisions for handling flammable materials like inks and solvents. The standard aims to minimize fire risk and ensure life safety for occupants in these specialized industrial environments.
Code of Practice for Fire Safety in Industrial Buildings (Printing and Publishing Industry)
BIM-relevant code. See the BIM Hub for ISO 19650, IFC, and LOD/LOIN frameworks used alongside it.
| Parameter | IS Value | International | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Distance to Exit | Generally shall not exceed 30 m. | Up to 61 m (200 ft) in non-sprinklered buildings; up to 122 m (400 ft) in sprinklered buildings. | NFPA 101 |
| Fire Resistance for Wall Separating High Hazard Area | 4 hours. | 2 hours for separating different occupancies (e.g., F-1 from S-1) in a non-sprinklered building; 1 hour if sprinklered. | IBC 2021 |
| Trigger for Requiring Automatic Sprinklers (by area) | Recommended for areas exceeding 750 sq. m. | Required for F-1 fire areas exceeding 1,115 sq. m (12,000 sq. ft). | IBC 2021 |
| Minimum Exit Doorway Clear Width | 1000 mm (as per reference to National Building Code). | 813 mm (32 inches). | NFPA 101 |
| Paper Stack Height (General Limit) | Not more than 4 m high. | Storage over 3.7 m (12 ft) is defined as 'High-Piled Storage' and triggers specific, more robust sprinkler design requirements, rather than a strict prohibition. | NFPA 13 |
| Separation of Flammable Liquid Storage (>250 L) | Should be in a separate, properly ventilated building or a room with 4-hour fire resistance. | Requires a dedicated 'Inside Liquid Storage Area' with a 2-hour fire resistance rating, separated from other occupancies. | NFPA 30 |