ASTM E3456-25
Standard Practice for On-Site Identification of Firestop Systems and Judgments
| Standard number: | ASTM E3456-25 |
| Released: | 01.06.2025 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Section: | 04.12 |
| Keywords: | breach; concrete masonry unit; continuity head-of-wall joint system; equivalent fire-resistance-rated assembly; fire-resistance-rated wall assembly; fire-resistive joint system; firestop identification label/tag; firestop system; horizontal assembly; installed system; judgment; penetration firestop system; penetrating item; perimeter fire containment system; spandrel-panel system; tested system; |
1.1 This practice covers the identification requirements for installed firestop systems (FS), fire-resistive joint systems (FRJS), perimeter fire containment systems (PFCS), and continuity head-of-wall joint systems (CHWJS). These systems are installed on, in, or between fire resistance rated wall assemblies, fire resistance rated horizontal assemblies, non-rated floor or roof assemblies, or curtain wall assemblies, or a combination thereof, using the methods described in systems tested in accordance with the below standards, judgments (EJ), code evaluation detail (CED), or equivalent fire-resistance-rated assemblies (EFRRA), technical evaluation (TE) based on the standards.
| Type of Protection | Standard(s) |
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| Penetration Firestop System (FS) | Test Method E814 (UL 1479) |
| Fire-Resistive Joint System (FRJS) | Test Method E1966 (UL 2079) |
| Perimeter Fire Containment System (PFCS) | Test Method E2307 |
| Continuity Head-of-Wall Joint System (CHWJS) | Test Method E2837 |
1.2 The purpose of the firestop identification labels/tags is to provide permanent information relating to the specific tested system, judgments (EJ), code evaluation detail (CED), equivalent fire-resistance-rated assembly (EFRRA), or technical evaluation (TE) used to protect each penetration, joint, or breach.
1.3 Identification shall be established by means of firestop identification labels/tags being affixed to or adjacent to the installed system.
Note 1: The International Building Code, and possibly other building codes, requires identification on fire-resistance-rated wall assemblies using 3 in. (76.2 mm) tall by 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) lettering. Identification of fire ratings is also required for fire-rated glazing, at fire dampered ducts, and on fire-rated doors.
1.4 This practice is not intended to establish any performance criteria for installed firestop systems, fire-resistive joint systems, perimeter fire barrier systems, spandrel-panel systems, and continuity head-of-wall joint systems protected using tested systems, judgments, equivalent fire-resistance-rated assemblies, or technical evaluations.
1.5 The text of this practice references notes and footnotes which provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered requirements of the standard.
1.6 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.7 Summary—Due to the fact that firestop identification labels/tags, etc. are being specified and used, a standard establishing consistent requirements for placement locations and minimum required information makes sense to all involved in the process. Such a standard will result in more efficient inspections during construction and during the maintenance cycles of the building.
1.8 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.9 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.