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International Fire Code
IFC 2021 · International Code Council
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Chapters
Chapter 1
Scope and Administration
17 sections →
Chapter 2
Definitions
1 section →
Chapter 3
General Precautions Against Fire
63 sections →
Chapter 4
Emergency Planning and Preparedness
31 sections →
Chapter 5
Fire Service Features
49 sections →
Chapter 6
Building Services and Systems
39 sections →
Chapter 7
Fire-Resistance-Rated Construction
13 sections →
Chapter 8
Interior Finish, Decorative Materials, and Furnishings
16 sections →
Chapter 9
Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems
134 sections →
Chapter 10
Means of Egress
47 sections →
Chapter 20
Aviation Facilities
9 sections →
Chapter 23
Motor Fuel-Dispensing Facilities
14 sections →
Chapter 33
Fire Safety During Construction
11 sections →
Chapter 50
Hazardous Materials - General
23 sections →
Chapter 56
Explosives and Fireworks
17 sections →
Chapter 57
Flammable and Combustible Liquids
10 sections →
Chapter 61
Liquefied Petroleum Gases
11 sections →
Chapter 80
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