# 16-219 Ch. 4: Ch. 4: Water-based Fire Protection Systems > Maine · Regulations · In force URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ME_CMR_16_219_4 ## Section - **Citation:** 16-219 Ch. 4 - **Heading:** Ch. 4: Water-based Fire Protection Systems - **Jurisdiction:** Maine - **Kind:** Regulations - **Status:** In force - **Text as of:** August 14, 2026 - **Source:** Compiled text - **Location:** Code of Maine Rules / 16-219 Office of the Commissioner / Ch. 4 ## Text SUMMARY: This rule establishes the design, installation, operation, maintenance, inspection, testing and all other aspects of water-based fire protection systems for occupancies and structures with water-based fire protection system measures. SECTION 1. This rule incorporates by reference the NFPA standards indicated. All rights reserved by the NFPA. Copies of these standards are available through the National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269. NFPA #13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2016 edition NFPA #13D Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One and Two Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes, 2016 edition NFPA #13R Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies Up To and Including Four Stories in Height, 2016 edition NFPA #14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe, Private Hydrants and Hose Systems, 2013 edition NFPA #15 Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection, 2012 edition NFPA #16 Standard for the Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray Systems, 2011 edition NFPA #20 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Fire Pumps for Fire Protection, 2013 edition NFPA #22 Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection, 2013 edition NFPA #24 Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances, 2013 edition NFPA #25 Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2014 edition NFPA #214 Standard on Water Cooling Towers, 2011 edition NFPA #318 Standard for the Protection of Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities, 2015 edition NFPA #409 Standard on Aircraft Hangers, 2011 edition NFPA #418 Standard for Heliports, 2011 edition NFPA #750 Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems, 2015 edition SECTION 2. The text of this subsection (2) is comprised of the text of Chapter 4, State of Maine Standard for the Design and Installation of Life Safety Sprinkler Systems, attached miconductor Fabrication Facilities, 2015 edition NFPA #409 Standard on Aircraft Hangers, 2011 edition NFPA #418 Standard for Heliports, 2011 edition NFPA #750 Standard on Water Mist Fire Protection Systems, 2015 edition SECTION 2. The text of this subsection (2) is comprised of the text of Chapter 4, State of Maine Standard for the Design and Installation of Life Safety Sprinkler Systems, attached. Copies of this subsection are available through the Office of State Fire Marshal, 52 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333. SECTION 3. Fees and Requirements for Sprinkler Certification, Licensing, Registration and Renewals The fee for the certification of a “Responsible Managing Supervisor” (“RMS”) is $ 300.00. All initial RMS certifications and renewals will expire on the second June 30th (at midnight) from the time of the issuing of the license, with the following exception: initial licenses issued between April 1st and midnight June 29th inclusive shall expire on the third June 30th from the date of issue. 2. The fee for the license required by a “Fire Sprinkler System Contractor” is $ 300.00. The Fire Sprinkler System Contractor’s initial and renewal license(s) will expire on the second June 30th (at midnight) from the time of the issuing of the license, with the following exception: initial licenses issued between April 1st and midnight June 29th inclusive shall expire on the third June 30th from the date of issue. 3. The fee for the license of a Fire Sprinkler Inspection Technician is $ 100.00. The Fire Sprinkler Inspection Technician’s initial and renewal license(s) will expire on the second June 30th (at midnight) from the time of the issuing of the license with the following exception: initial licenses issued between April 1st and midnight June 29th inclusive shall expire on the third June 30th from the date of issue. 4 he license of a Fire Sprinkler Inspection Technician is $ 100.00. The Fire Sprinkler Inspection Technician’s initial and renewal license(s) will expire on the second June 30th (at midnight) from the time of the issuing of the license with the following exception: initial licenses issued between April 1st and midnight June 29th inclusive shall expire on the third June 30th from the date of issue. 4. In order to be licensed as a Fire Sprinkler Inspection Technician, the applicant must provide proof of qualification, to the satisfaction of the State Fire Marshal, such as a National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (N.I.C.E.T.) Level II certification or the successful completion of a nationally recognized training course in the area of fire sprinkler inspection. 5. Renewals: All licenses, certificates and registrations shall be renewed on or before midnight, June 30th, of the year of expiration. A $100.00 reinstatement fee will apply to renewing a license, certificate or registration that has expired. 6. Certified Responsible Managing Supervisors are not required to register as Inspection Technicians but must apply if they want an inspection Technician license number. 7. A Responsible Managing Supervisor does not have to pay for a Contractor’s license if the Contractor’s license name is the same as the name of the Responsible Managing Supervisor, (as opposed to a company or business name). SECTION 3-A. Roles and responsibilities of Responsible Managing Supervisors The responsible managing supervisor or any duly authorized representative acting on his behalf shall bear all responsibilities contained in this subsection and the statutes of the State of Maine. The responsible managing supervisor, or duly authorized representative who is acting on behalf of the responsible managing supervisor, shall personally appear at the site of the installation and verify correct installation of the system sor or any duly authorized representative acting on his behalf shall bear all responsibilities contained in this subsection and the statutes of the State of Maine. The responsible managing supervisor, or duly authorized representative who is acting on behalf of the responsible managing supervisor, shall personally appear at the site of the installation and verify correct installation of the system. Verification by the responsible managing supervisor or duly authorized representative shall at a minimum occur upon completion of rough pipe installation and acceptance testing of the completed system. Qualifications of responsible managing supervisor duly authorized representative Any person acting as the duly authorized representative of a responsible managing supervisor under this section shall demonstrate experience and knowledge through one of the following means: At least five years of continuous experience installing sprinkler systems. Certification at the NICET II or NICET III level through the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies in inspection and testing of water based systems. Certification at the NICET II or NICET III level through the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies in water based fire protection system layout. Registration of duly authorized representatives by responsible managing supervisors Upon application of renewal, or at any other time during the licensing period for annual licensing, the responsible managing supervisor shall provide a list of duly authorized representatives to the Office of the State Fire Marshal along with written documentation of qualifications required in section 3. Written documentation of fire sprinkler installation verification shall be provided to the Office of the State Fire Marshal within 30 days of completion of installation. SECTION 4. Design Requirements 1 onsible managing supervisor shall provide a list of duly authorized representatives to the Office of the State Fire Marshal along with written documentation of qualifications required in section 3. Written documentation of fire sprinkler installation verification shall be provided to the Office of the State Fire Marshal within 30 days of completion of installation. SECTION 4. Design Requirements 1. Fire sprinkler systems required by any internationally or nationally recognized building code, or required by any local ordinance or required by any insurance company must be approved by the Office of State Fire Marshal and shall meet the currently adopted editions of National Fire Protection Association Standards #13, #13R, #13D or Maine Life Safety System criteria. 2. Prior to construction of any new fire sprinkler system over 6 heads, or any addition to an existing fire sprinkler system of more than 20 heads, a fire sprinkler permit shall be required in accordance with 32 M.R.S.A. §1371-1382. [Relocated heads shall count toward the 20 heads, but the replacement of existing heads without a change in pipe length shall not.] 3. Fire pumps and standpipes shall be considered part of the sprinkler system and subject to review and permitting. 4. The type of and location of the fire department connection and of the standpipe connection are subject to approval by the local fire department. 5. Fire sprinkler heads shall be used within their listings in Maine Life Safety standard. 6. Low-water alarms or automatic fills are required for stored water sources in all life-safety fire sprinkler standards other than NFPA Standard #13D systems. 7. Pump power monitoring is required in all life-safety fire sprinkler systems other than NFPA Standard #13D systems. 8. Fire pumps used in the Maine Life Safety standard are not required to be listed for fire service. 9 fe Safety standard. 6. Low-water alarms or automatic fills are required for stored water sources in all life-safety fire sprinkler standards other than NFPA Standard #13D systems. 7. Pump power monitoring is required in all life-safety fire sprinkler systems other than NFPA Standard #13D systems. 8. Fire pumps used in the Maine Life Safety standard are not required to be listed for fire service. 9. The required water volumes for Maine Life Safety systems may be increased depending upon the occupancy type, occupant load, construction type, building height and other related factors. 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