How must access openings for waste or linen chutes be protected according to Section 713.13.3?

Access openings for waste or linen chutes must be located in rooms enclosed by at least 1-hour fire barriers or horizontal assemblies. Openings into these rooms must have a fire protection rating of at least 3/4 hour, and doors must be self- or automatic-closing upon smoke detection.

According to Section 713.13.3 of the 2018 International Building Code, access openings for waste or linen chutes must be situated in rooms or compartments that are enclosed by fire barriers with a minimum 1-hour fire-resistance rating or by horizontal assemblies, or both. The openings into these access rooms must be protected by opening protectives that have a fire protection rating of not less than 3/4 hour. Additionally, the doors must be self- or automatic-closing when smoke is detected, ensuring that the room or compartment can close and latch even if the access panel to the chute is open.