NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances 72:4-1.3 Requires these devices to be listed. 72:4-2.2 Appliances intended for special.

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

• 72:4-1.3 Requires these devices to be listed.

• 72:4-2.2 Appliances intended for special environments shall not exceed their listing (outdoors vs. indoors, high humidity, etc…).

• 72:4-2.3 Where subject to mechanical damage, a notification device shall be protected. A mechanical guard used to protect a notification device shall be listed for use with the device being used.

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NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

• 72:4-3.1.2 An average sound level greater than 105 dBA shall require the use of a visible signal appliance.

• 72:4-3.1.2 The total sound pressure level produced by the ambient sound pressure and signaling appliance shall not exceed 120 dBA.

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NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

• 72:4-3.2.1 Audible signal appliances intended for operation in the public mode shall have a sound level of not less than 75 dBA at 10 ft. or more than 120 dBA at the minimum hearing distance from the audible appliance.

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NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

• 72:4-3.4 Sleeping Areas– Sleeping areas audible appliances shall have a minimum 15 dBA

above the average ambient sound level or 5dBA above the maximum sound level having a duration of at least 60 seconds or a sound level of at least 70 dBA, whichever is greater, measured at the pillow level in the occupied area.

• 72:4-4.1 Visual Notification– UL 1638 vs. UL1971

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NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

• 72:4-4.4 Wall-mounted visual appliances shall be mounted such that the entire lens is not less than 80 in. (2.03 m) and not greater than 96 in. (2.43 m) above the finished floor.

• Table 4-4.4.1.1(a) Wall-mounted appliances

• Table 4-4.4.1.1(b) Ceiling-mounted appliances

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NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

• 72:4-4.4.1. Spacing in a Room

• More than two visual devices that can be seen shall be synchronized.

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NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

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Correct Spacing Incorrect Spacing

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

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72:4-4.4.2. Spacing in Corridors

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

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72:4-4.4.3 Sleeping AreasVisual device shall be located within 16 ft. of the pillow.

Templates!

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 4 - Notification Appliances

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Interpretive Memorandum 2000-6Common Use Areas:a. File Roomsb. Copy Roomsc. Lounges/kitchenettes/cafeteriad. Conference Roomse. Exterior balconies/patios if you are required to re-enter the building to exit

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 5 - Supervising Station Fire Alarm

Systems

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72:5-2 Central Station Servicea) Full Service - provides all of the elements of a central station with its own facilities and personnel.b) Monitor Only - provides the signal monitoring, retransmission, and associated record keeping. Owner must contract out a listed “Fire alarm service - local company” or a “Full Service” company to provide runner and maintenance service.c) Fire alarm service - local company - provides runner and maintenance service. Owner must contract out a “Full Service” or a “Monitor Only” company to perform the monitoring.

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 5 - Supervising Station Fire Alarm

Systems

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72:5-2 Central Station ServiceThe fire alarm system shall be “certificated” by a third party verification. (UL)The monitoring station is also inspected by the third party.Upon receipt of an alarm signal, the central station shall

Immediately retransmit the alarm to the public fire alarm service communication center.Dispatch a runner to the protected premises to arrive within 1 hour to reset equipment.

Notify subscriber.

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 5 - Supervising Station Fire Alarm

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72:5-3 Proprietary Supervising Station ServiceMonitoring facility is provided by the owner.The protected property can be contiguous or noncontiguous.The monitoring facility shall be located in a fire-resistive, detached building or suitable cutoff room.Upon receipt of an alarm signal, the proprietary supervising station shall:

Immediately retransmit the alarm to the public fire alarm service communication center.Dispatch a runner to the protected premises to arrive within 1 hour.

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 5 - Supervising Station Fire Alarm

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72:5-3 Proprietary Supervising Station ServiceUpon receipt of a supervisory or trouble signal, the proprietary supervising station shall:

Immediately communicate with the designated person to ascertain the reason for the signal.Dispatch a runner to the protected premises to arrive within 1 hour.Where required, notify the fire department.

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72:5-4 Remote Station ServiceCan be a privately owned facility.Requires a minimum of two operatorsUpon receipt of an alarm supervisory or trouble signal, the remote station shall:

Contact the fire service communication center.

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 6 - Public Fire Alarm Reporting

System

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72:6 Auxiliary Signaling SystemProtected premises fire alarm system is tied into public fire alarm reporting system.Alarm signal is transmitted to the fire service communication center.

NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 7 - Inspection, Testing and

Maintenance

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NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code Chapter 8 - Fire Warning Equipment for

Dwelling Units

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72:8-1.1 This chapter contains minimum requirements for the selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of fire warning equipment for use family living units. (i.e. single station smoke detectors placed in the sleeping rooms within the single family living unit)

Tips for Fire Alarm Shop Drawing Submittal Success

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1) Get all of the necessary background information on the building (i.e. architectural review, date constructed, appeal issues, order of correction, etc…).2) Shop drawings should reflect the same architectural design that was reviewed and accepted by the AHJ.3) Shop drawings are legible, every room is identified and drawn to a recognized scale.4) Provide a legend that identifies every fire alarm device.

Tips for Fire Alarm Shop Drawing Submittal Success

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5) Every visual device is identified with a candela rating.6) Provide a reflective ceiling plan that identifies ceiling heights, light fixtures, hvac supply diffusers with smoke detection system layout. 7) Identify the correct fire alarm signaling system type in accordance with NFPA 72 and provide the appropriate battery calculations for secondary power supply. (i.e. beware of using the term “central station”).8) Provide a “ Sequence of Operation.”

Tips for Fire Alarm Shop Drawing Submittal Success

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9) Provide manufacturer’s cutsheets on all devices and proof of listing from a recognized independent testing lab.10) Make sure that all correspondence to SFMO is from the design professional.11) Shop drawing review stamp.12) If you have a code question - call us!

Fire Alarm Exemption Request Forms

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Required Fire Alarm SystemsMinor work to a system (i.e. ten or less devices)Allowed to replace only existing non-functioning fire alarm control panel, provided the signaling system is not changed.Submission of fire alarm panels for the installation of a “supervised” automatic sprinkler system or for elevator recall system, where the building does not have a typical fire alarm system for occupant notification.

Fire Alarm Exemption Request Forms

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Non Required Fire Alarm SystemsSystems not mandated by the Code.

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Educational Occupancy Fire Alarm Exercise

Single story building.

Building is protected by a supervised automatic sprinkler system.

A fire barrier subdivides the building and with fire rated doors utilizing

hold-open devices.

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Educational Occupancy Fire Alarm Exercise

14.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems.14.3.4.1 General.Educational occupancies shall be provided with a fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6.Exception: This requirement shall not apply to buildings with an area not exceeding 1000 ft2 (93 m2) that contains a single classroom and is located not less than 50 ft (15.2 m) from another building.14.3.4.2 Initiation.14.3.4.2.1 Initiation of the required fire alarm system, other than as permitted by 14.3.4.2.3, shall be by manual means in accordance with 9.6.2.1(1).14.3.4.2.2 In buildings provided with automatic sprinkler protection, the operation of the sprinkler system shall automatically activate the fire alarm system in addition to the initiation means required in 14.3.4.2.1.

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14.3.4.3 Notification.14.3.4.3.1 Occupant Notification.14.3.4.3.1.1 Occupant notification shall be accomplished automatically in accordance with 9.6.3. Positive alarm sequence shall be permitted in accordance with 9.6.3.4.

14.3.4.3.1.2 Where acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction, the fire alarm system shall be permitted to be used for other emergency signaling or for class changes, provided that the fire alarm is distinctive in signal and overrides all other use.

14.3.4.3.1.3 In order to prevent students from being returned to a building that is burning, the recall signal shall be separate and distinct from any other signals. Such signal shall be permitted to be given by use of distinctively colored flags or banners. If the recall signal is electric, the push buttons or other controls shall be kept under lock. The key for such lock shall be in the possession of the principal or another designated person in order to prevent a recall at a time when there is an actual fire. Regardless of the method of recall, the means of giving the signal shall be kept under lock.

14.3.4.3.2 Emergency Forces Notification.Fire department notification shall be accomplished in accordance with 9.6.4.

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Daycare Occupancy Fire Alarm Exercise

Two story building.

Building is protected by a supervised automatic sprinkler system.

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Daycare Occupancy Fire Alarm Exercise

16.3.4 Detection, Alarm, and Communications Systems.16.3.4.1 General.Day-care occupancies, other than day-care occupancies housed in one room, shall be provided with a fire alarm system in accordance with Section 9.6.16.3.4.2 Initiation.Initiation of the required fire alarm system shall be by manual means and by operation of any required smoke detectors and required sprinkler systems. (See 16.3.4.5.)16.3.4.3 Occupant Notification.16.3.4.3.1 Occupant notification shall be in accordance with 9.6.3.16.3.4.3.2 Positive alarm sequence shall be permitted in accordance with 9.6.3.4.

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Daycare Occupancy Fire Alarm Exercise

16.3.4.4 Emergency Forces Notification.Fire department notification shall be accomplished in accordance with 9.6.4.16.3.4.5 Detection.A smoke detection system in accordance with Section 9.6 shall be installed in day-care occupancies, other than those housed in one room. Detectors shall be installed on each story in front of the doors to the stairways and in the corridors of all floors occupied by the day-care occupancy. Detectors also shall be installed in lounges, recreation areas, and sleeping rooms in the day-care occupancy.

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