NFPA 806: Performance-Based Standard for Fire Protection for Advanced Nuclear Reactor Electric Generating Plants Change Process

NFPA 806, recognized as the Standard for Performance-Based Fire Protection Design for Commercial and Industrial Cookeries, delineates the criteria for the design and installation of fire protection systems in commercial culinary operations. Established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), this standard offers a framework for performance-based design, which facilitates increased flexibility and innovation in the development of fire protection systems while prioritizing the safety of occupants and the safeguarding of property. The standard encompasses various components of fire protection specific to commercial cooking, including cooking apparatus, ventilation systems, and fire suppression methods. It lays out standards for assessing fire risks, choosing appropriate fire suppression systems, and formulating designs aimed at reducing potential fire hazards. NFPA 806 applies to commercial cooking environments such as restaurants, food courts, catering facilities, and similar venues.