Reference profile
- Designation
- NFPA 90A
- Title
- Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems
- Issuing body
- NFPA
- Current edition
- [verify]
- Status
- Library record: draft; official standard status [verify].
- Category
- Utility Mechanical
1
Overview
Fire-safety requirements for the installation of air-conditioning and ventilating systems, including dampers and duct materials.
2
Scope & Applicability
Covers
- Fire & smoke dampers
- Duct materials
- Air distribution
- Smoke control interface
Does NOT cover (exclusions)
- Exclusions are not documented in this library record. Confirm the official publication, neighbouring codes, the adopted edition, and jurisdictional boundaries before application.
3
Key Requirements
Lifecycle requirements
- HVAC fire-safety design
- Damper placement
4
Technical Details
Fire-safety requirements for the installation of air-conditioning and ventilating systems, including dampers and duct materials.
Components: Fire damper, Smoke damper, Duct, AHU.
Where to find it in the codeRefer to the official table of contents and the sections cited by the project specification; section numbering can vary by edition.
5
Engineering Notes
- Governs where fire/smoke dampers are needed and acceptable duct/plenum materials.
6
Related Standards
- SMACNA
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
- ASHRAE 62.1
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
7
Source, Edition & Status
- Publisher
- NFPA
- Edition Year
- N/A
- Industries
- Utility, General Industry
- Content Status
- draft
- Last Reviewed
- 2026-07-01
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-01
- Verified By
- Engineering Reviewer
- Official Link
- N/A
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