Unsealed Penetrations in Smoke Barrier Walls
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain the integrity of a smoke barrier separation wall, which affected two out of ten smoke compartments. During an observation on March 31, 2025, at 12:32 pm, it was noted that the smoke barrier wall in the North Hall had an unsealed penetration above the ceiling around black and blue wires. This deficiency was confirmed during an exit interview with the Facility Administrator and the Facilities Manager later that day. Additionally, another smoke barrier wall near the Generator room was found to have an unsealed penetration above the ceiling, affecting two out of six smoke compartments. This observation was made on the same day and time as the previous finding. The unsealed penetration was also confirmed during the exit interview with the Facility Administrator and the Facilities Manager.
Plan Of Correction
1. The North Hall, smoke barrier wall had an unsealed penetration above the ceiling around a black and blue wire. 2. The area above the ceiling in the North Hall has been sealed. Point to reference is that the facility is currently installing wires to upgrade the current phone system. 3. The Maintenance manager/Designee will audit other areas of the facility to ensure smoke barrier walls are sealed. 4. Corrective Action Date: April 17, 2025 1. The smoke barrier wall near the generator room had an unsealed penetration above the ceiling. 2. The area above the ceiling near the generator room has been sealed. 3. The Maintenance manager/Designee will audit other areas of the facility to ensure smoke barrier walls are sealed. 4. Corrective Action Date: April 17, 2025