NFPA 160: Standard for the Use of Flame Effects Before an Audience 2021 edition

Description

Help eliminate fire and life safety hazards relating to the use of flame effects with the new edition of NFPA 160. Flame effects used for entertainment purposes at concerts, theme parks, and other venues represent a potential threat to people and property. NFPA 160, Standard for the Use of Flame Effects Before an Audience, answers the need for a document providing guidance to public safety officials, designers, and operators of flame effects in permanent, temporary, and traveling installations. The standard offers comprehensive provisions for the design, fabrication, installation, control, operation, testing, and maintenance of flame effect systems. Content covers requirements Holding areas for flame effect materials and devices Documenting, permitting, and approval of installations Use of flame effects and operator qualifications and responsibilities Flame effect control system and component design, function, and operation Installation, pressure testing, and inspection Fire protection provisions for permanent and temporary installations The 2021 edition provides the most current criteria for helping to safeguard audience members, performers, operators, assistants, support personnel, and property from flame effect hazards.