Sec. 29.06.07.09. Means of Egress

A. Means of egress in ground-based sparkling devices sales or distribution facilities shall comply with the requirements of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code as incorporated by reference in COMAR 29.06.01, unless otherwise modified by this regulation.

B. Means of egress in tents and membrane structures used for the sales or distribution of ground-based sparkling devices shall comply with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code as incorporated by reference in COMAR 29.06.01 and NFPA 102 Standard for Grandstands, Folding and Telescopic Seating, Tents, and Membrane Structures, unless otherwise modified by this regulation.

C. An approved fire safety and evacuation plan shall:

(1) Be in writing;

(2) Be maintained current; and

(3) Be posted in a conspicuous location that is accessible to the public as well as to persons employed or otherwise working in the facility.

D. Exit openings from tents shall have a clear opening width of at least 44 inches.