Download Fire Sprinkler Systems Prepared by Thomas Bartsch

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The Codes

 By code definition, there are TWO categories of fire suppression systems;
• Required Systems
• Non-Required Systems
 Required Systems are those required to be installed, by code, due to life safety and/or building contents,
 Non-Required Systems are installed systems not required by the code,
 It is unlawful to occupy any portion of a building until the REQUIRED suppression system has been tested and approved,
When a REQUIRED system is out of service, and where required by code enforcement, the building shall evacuated or an approved Fire Watch shall be provided, whose only duty is to patrol the premises and keep watch for fires,
The Fire Watch must have means to notify the FD.



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