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Introduction

Internationally, code officials recognize the need for a modern, up-to-date fuel gas code addressing the design and installation of fuel gas systems and gas-fired appliances through requirements emphasizing performance. The International Fuel Gas Code, in this 2015 edition, is designed to meet these needs through model code regulations that safeguard the public health and safety in all communities, large and small.

This comprehensive fuel gas code establishes minimum regulations for fuel gas systems and gasfired appliances using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. It is founded on broadbased principles that make possible the use of new materials and new fuel gas system and appliance designs. This 2015 edition is fully compatible with all of the International Codes^® (I-Codes^®) published by the International Code Council (ICC)^®, including the International Building Code^®, International Energy Conservation Code^®, International Existing Building Code^®, International Fire Code^®, International Green Construction Code^®, International Mechanical Code^®, ICC Performance Code^®, International Plumbing Code, International Private Sewage Disposal Code^®, International Property Maintenance Code^®, International Residential Code^®, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code^®, International Wildland-Urban Interface Code^® and International Zoning Code^®.

The International Fuel Gas Code provisions provide many benefits, among which is the model code development process that offers an international forum for fuel gas technology professionals to discuss performance and prescriptive code requirements. This forum provides an excellent arena to debate proposed revisions. This model code also encourages international consistency in the application of provisions.