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A rated ceiling is patched around conduit with ordinary foam. What should be verified?

Correct Answer

B) The approved penetration protection matching the rated ceiling and conduit.

Verify the approved protection for this conduit penetration in the rated ceiling assembly. Match the penetrant, construction and installation detail; ordinary foam does not by itself establish the required rating. Source: https://www.ul.com/sites/default/files/2024-10/Firestop-and-Joint-application-guide-final-draft-4-29-24pm-1.pdf

Answer Options
A
Only that the foam hides the opening from view.
B
The approved penetration protection matching the rated ceiling and conduit.
C
Only the foam’s color.
D
Only that the conduit carries low current.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Verify the approved protection for this conduit penetration in the rated ceiling assembly. Match the penetrant, construction and installation detail; ordinary foam does not by itself establish the required rating. Source: https://www.ul.com/sites/default/files/2024-10/Firestop-and-Joint-application-guide-final-draft-4-29-24pm-1.pdf

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