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Jul 22, 2022 · (b) the part of the building containing the other major occupancy is equipped with heat detectors and connecting corridors are equipped with smoke detectors as part of the fire alarm system of the building.
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Ontario Fire Code; Division B – Acceptable Solutions; Part 9...
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The Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997creates the framework for fire protection in Ontario. This act addresses the following subjects: 1. municipal responsibilities for Fire Protection Services 2. the appointment and powers of the Fire Marshal 3. establishing the Fire Code 4. rights of entry in emergencies and fire investigations 5. inspectio...
Under sections 21(1) and 21(2) of the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, a fire department inspector has the authority to inspect land or premises to assess fire safety. If the inspector observes fire safety issues, they have the authority to issue an Order to the owner or occupant to do what is necessary to ensure fire safety at the location. If ...
The Ontario Fire Code prescribes qualification requirements for certain people, which includes certain fire alarm technicians and owners/operators of designated occupancies. Individuals who perform the work listed below must successfully complete a program or course acceptable to the Fire Marshal. A summary of qualification requirements in the Fire...
Developing and maintaining the Fire Code is complex and technical. New editions of the Fire Codeare published approximately every five years, with interim amendments as needed. Updating the Fire Codeinvolves: 1. updating standards to reflect new technologies 2. addressing provincial priorities 3. achieving, to the degree possible, harmonization wit...
Referenced standards
The Fire Code makes reference to and requires compliance with specified standards from Canadian, American and international organizations. The standards referenced in the Fire Codecan be obtained through the following issuing agencies:
Fire Code Compendium
The Fire CodeCompendium is a published resource that includes in one reference volume: 1. the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997 (FPPA) 2. Regulations made under the FPPA, including the Fire Code 3. the Fire Codesupplement FCS-1 4. appendices, tables, explanatory notes, and indices A PDF Edition of the Fire Code Compendium can be downloaded at no cost through Publications Ontario. Binder and softcover editions are also available and can be purchased through Publications Ontario or by ph...
Technical guidelines and reports
Technical guidelines and reports on key topics support the interpretation, understanding and adoption of fire safety and fire prevention standards. Technical documents are published when appropriate and as needed. These documents are available upon request and in PDF format and require Adobe Acrobat Readerto view. To request a copy of a document, please contact AskOFM@ontario.ca or contact a Field Advisory Services adviser toll free at 1-800-565-1842.
Mar 23, 2022 · Does my building need a fire alarm system? The Ontario Building Code determines whether or not a facility needs a fire alarm system. Buildings with a contained use area, impeded egress zones, or more than three storeys need a fire alarm system; any building with a total occupant load greater than 300 people will also need a fire alarm system.
Jul 4, 2022 · (1) Where the Building Code or this Code require a fire alarm system to be monitored to transmit a signal to the fire department, the building owner shall ensure the continuation of the monitoring.
Sep 10, 2018 · (2) A fire alarm system is not required in a residential occupancy where an exit or public corridor serves not more than 4 suites or where each suitehas direct access to an exterior exit facility leading to ground level.
The resident sessions comply with the Ontario Fire Code requirements, and provides answers to such questions as: • What’s in my building and how does it better protect me ? • Understanding: To stay or go when the fire alarm goes off at 2:00 AM? • Evacuation or Shelter In Place Fire Alarm Procedures
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By law, all Ontario homes must have a working smoke alarm on every storey and outside all sleeping areas. This applies to single family, semi-detached and town homes, whether owner-occupied or rented. Landlords are required to provide working smoke alarms; tenants are required to maintain those alarms in working condition.
