Appendix A - Division C

A-1A.2.1.4. Unsafe Conditions . Although words such as alteration, occupancy, building and unsafe conditions are defined in Article 1.4.1.2. of Division A, such words as reconstruction, demolition, removal and relocation appearing here and elsewhere in the requirements are adequately defined in dictionaries and need not be repeated herein.

A-1A.2.1.5. Work on Public Property . The appropriate government authority may be federal, provincial or city, depending on the nature of the public property.

A-1A.2.1.6. Property Changes . Control of change of property boundaries applies to either existing buildings or new construction. If a building is built as close to a boundary line as the regulations permit, moving the boundary could reduce the fire separation below that required and thus place the building in contravention, this Subsection would not apply.

A-1A.3.2.1. Notice Prior to Work . This Subsection requires the owner to inform the Chief Building Official of changes in responsibilities of certain employees. It is not intended to limit the owner's right to change the constructor, engineer, architect or inspection or testing agency, but rather to let the building official know of any such change so that construction will not be held up because of any misunderstanding as to who is responsible. See Letters of Assurance at the end of Part 2 of Division C.

A-1A.3.3.3. Uncovering Work . The requirement to uncover and replace work will normally apply only if Article 1A.3.3.1. has not been complied with, that is, if work requiring inspection has been covered prematurely. Complete uncovering may not be necessary. Here, again, the judgment of the designated official is required to determine if partial uncovering, test holes or similar actions will be sufficient to indicate compliance, the purpose being to promote compliance not to penalize the constructor.

A-1A.3.4.1. Owner Responsible for Compliance . Nothing relieves the owner of responsibility, whatever contractual arrangements the owner may have made with the constructor. If the owner delegates to the constructor the responsibility of carrying out construction in accordance with the requirements, the constructor would be the owner's agent. These circumstances cannot be recognized by the Chief Building Official, however, since the authority is not a party to such arrangements.

A-1A.3.4.3. Tests to Prove Compliance . Where a manufacturer, fabricator or erector is required to conform to specified requirements, such as those referenced by Articles 4.3.1.2. and 4.3.3.1., it is intended that proof of such compliance be filed with the Chief Building Official. See Letters of Assurance at the end of Part 2 of Division C.

A-1A.4.1.3. Responsibility . If the constructor goes bankrupt or is unable to continue the job, the owner is responsible. Similarly, if the owner should become unable to carry out his or her responsibilities because of bankruptcy or other reasons, the constructor is responsible to comply with the requirements so far as safety is concerned. The owner must assure that no unsafe condition is left and that any work that is carried out in the absence of the owner complies with the requirements.

The constructor is not responsible for the completion of the building, nor is the contractor responsible under these requirements for matters that are covered by appearance or maintenance regulations.

A-1A.5.1.2. Filing Documents . No time period for the retention of documents is specified, because this depends upon the city, upon the provincial legislation and upon any statute of limitations that may apply.

A-1A.6.1.1. Legal Entry . Since these requirements apply to both new construction and existing buildings, the Chief Building Official (i.e., the designated official) has the power to enter any existing buildings as well as new construction, but only for the purpose of administering or enforcing these requirements.

In other words, if there is reason to believe that unauthorized alterations or a change of occupancy has occurred or an unsafe condition exists in respect of fire, structural safety or health, an inspection may be made. The designated official should be informed of any unsafe conditions found in the course of fire inspections.

A-1A.6.1.2. Scope of Orders . Some of these powers should be utilized only in extreme instances. For example, while the designated official may order the removal of a building constructed in contravention of the requirements, there would be no need to utilize this power if that building can be brought into line with the requirements by additional construction. Similarly, if work being undertaken causes an unsafe condition, the need to order cessation of the occupancy would exist only if that condition could not otherwise be rectified.

A-1A.6.1.6. Partial or Staged Permit . If the Chief Building Official issues a permit for a foundation before submission of the plans of the complete building, there is no assurance that a permit will be issued for the superstructure when the plans are submitted later. Such issuance will depend upon, among other things, the adequacy of the foundation. This provision is included to give some freedom to the owner to take risks.

A-1A.6.1.7. Conditional Permits . A conditional permit may be issued is the additional information required is of secondary importance and the foundation or structure is not dependent on it. Information of this type might pertain to building services, such as heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, electrical or plumbing or to partitioning which may not be determined until leases have been arranged. This provision also gives the designated official the latitude to exercise good judgment.

A-1A.6.2.2. Immediate Measures . The power to take immediate measures to correct a dangerous situation is intended to be used only in conditions of extreme emergency, and its use should be approached with caution. If, for any reason, the owner is unable to act or refuses to act, laying a charge under the Criminal Code will not protect the public against a dangerous situation. It is only when all logical approaches have been exhausted that the designated official should take action. The official should not take this provision as a blanket approval to act, but should be assured in advance that there are no conflicting restrictions on the official's power in other city or provincial Acts.

A-1A.7.2.2. Application Form . In addition to the information required by this provision, further information is required by Subsection 2.3.4. of Division C, Structural and Foundation Drawings and Calculations, and Subsection 2.3.5. of Division C, Heating, Ventilating, Air-Conditioning and Energy Utilization Drawings and Specifications.

A-1A.7.2.8. Lapsed Application . Applications for permits must be complete and properly filed. If an application is not proceeded with for 6 months, it must be considered abandoned and can be reinstated only by re-filing after one renewal in writing.

A-1A.8.3.1. Occupancy Permit . An Occupancy Permit may also be required for a temporary occupancy.

A-2.2.1.2.(1) Structural Design. Part 4 of Division B is written on the assumption that structural design will be carried out by a professional who is qualified to perform such design. Sentence 2.2.1.2.(1) is not intended to imply that a professional may not also be required in the application of requirements in other Parts of the NBC.

A-2.2.2.2.(1) Surveys . Every owner should provide an up-to-date survey by a Registered Land Surveyor for

a new building, upon completion of all foundations and footings, including the elevation of a bench mark on the front building foundation wall, to substantiate its size, location and elevation, and
verification upon completion of the work that all such provisions have been met.

A-2.2.6.2.(1) Information Required on Drawings and Specifications. Examples of information that should be shown on architectural drawings and drawings for heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems are:

(a) the name, type and location of the building,

(b) the name of the owner,

(d) the name of the engineer or designer,

(e) the north point,

(f) the dimensions and height of all rooms,

(g) the intended use of all rooms,

(h) the details or description of the wall, roof, ceiling and floor construction, including insulation,

(i) the details or description of the windows and outside doors, including the size, weatherstripping, storm sashes, sills and storm doors,

(j) the size and continuity of all pipes, ducts, shafts, flues and fire dampers,

(k) the location, size, capacity and type of all principal units of equipment,

(l) the size, shape and height of all chimneys and gas vents,

(m) the size and location of all combustion air and ventilation openings, and

(n) the location and fire-resistance rating of required fire separations.

A-2.2.7. Professional Design and Review. This Section provides for the use of what are generally called Letters of Assurance. The letters themselves, known as Schedules A, B-1, B-2, C-A and C-B and located at the end of Division C, are intended to put on paper the responsibilities of the owner and various registered professionals in a construction project. The Letters of Assurance do not impose any additional responsibilities on the registered professionals nor are they intended to alter the roles and responsibilities of the authorities having jurisdiction

The Schedules have been very carefully scrutinized by the Province of British Columbia, Union of BC Municipalities, Building Officials’ Association of BC, Architectural Institute of BC, Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C. and their respective legal counsel. The precise wording in the letters is extremely critical and must not be modified. For this reason, authorities having jurisdiction will only accept copies of the original master Schedules as published in Division C. Any notations on these Schedules which are absolutely necessary to suit a particular project must be clearly and legibly marked in pen on the copies.

It is typical that the registered professional responsible for the design is also responsible for the field review. There are instances where this is not the case and having a different registered professional doing the field reviews is unavoidable. Schedule C-B requires that the registered professional that provides the field review provide assurance that the building as finally constructed is in substantial conformance with the Code. It is unreasonable to expect the field reviewer to take on the responsibility for Code compliance of the design done by others. In the event of transition, Schedule C-B must be clarified by the field reviewer by crossing out and initialing Clause (b)(i) and providing the effective transition date.

Note that Schedules A, B-1, B-2, C-A & C-B, as required by Subsection 2.2.7., must be signed and sealed and submitted to the authority having jurisdiction, as applicable for each specific project. Conditional or qualified Schedules are not typically acceptable. Any fire and life safety deficiency that would prevent the issuance of a Schedule must be remedied before the Schedule is released, not accommodated by conditions or qualifications placed on the Schedule. See the Guide to Letters of Assurance, available from the Building Policy Branch Web site, for more details.

A-2.2.7.1.(1)(b) Structural Components. The reference to “structural components of buildings that fall within the scope of Part 4” includes the situation where a building is classified under Part 9 due to its size and occupancy but also contains some structural components (such as beams supporting concentrated loads) which must be designed under Part 4. In this situation only Schedules B-1, B-2 and C-B for the structural components are required. Schedule A and Schedules B-1, B-2, C-A and C-B relating to non-structural components are not required. Refer to Appendix A-9.4.1.1. and A-9.4.1.1.(3) for structural design of Part 9 buildings for lateral wind and earthquake loads.

A-2.2.7.2.(1)(a) Coordinating Registered Professional. The coordinating registered professional is responsible to ascertain that all Code related aspects which are relevant to the project are clearly identified by each of the registered professionals in the collection of Schedules B-1 and B-2. If a registered professional has crossed out any item on their Schedule B-2, the coordinating registered professional must confirm this item is not applicable to the project or resolve the issue with the registered professional. Only under unusual circumstances should additional registered professionals within a single discipline be expected to submit Schedules B-1, B-2 and C-B to the coordinating registered professional.

A-2.2.7.2.(1)(b) Schedule B-2. The purpose of Schedule B-2 is to clearly identify the appropriate registered professional who has the overall responsibility in each discipline for compliance with the various code-related aspects of the project. Detailed design of certain building components may be undertaken by a second registered professional. It is common in the industry for detailed sprinkler design or detailed structural design of open web steel joists to be performed by a second registered professional who may be retained by the contractor or the fabricator. The registered professional of record fulfills their obligation for overall responsibility of Code compliance as indicated in Schedule B-2 by reviewing the shop drawings which are prepared under the direction of the second registered professional. Such shop drawings must bear the professional seal and signature of the second registered professional. Field review of these components can be undertaken by either the registered professional of record or the second registered professional. In the event that the second registered professional provides the field review, the registered professional of record must be satisfied that such reviews have been performed and is responsible for Schedule C-B.

A-2.2.7.2.(1)(c) Shoring Works in Street or Lane . Where shoring works are proposed to be left in the street and/or lane permanently, an application for the proposal should be made by the owner to the City Engineer. Where the City Engineer is satisfied as to the safety and advisability of the proposal, the City Engineer may approve the basis on which the shoring works may be allowed to remain.

A-2.2.7.2.(2) Schedule C-A. Schedule C-A provides confirmation that the coordinating registered professional has completed the obligation to coordinate the various registered professionals engaged in the project. It also confirms that the testing of the interrelated fire and life safety systems, such as fire alarms and sprinklers, have been completed and the systems function as intended.

A-2.2.7.3. Demonstration of the Coordinated Fire & Life Safety Systems. The design drawings and supporting documents must clearly indicate all essential details of the coordinated fire and life safety systems prior to issuance of a building permit. Demonstration of the proper, integrated operation of the fire and life safety systems must be conducted prior to occupancy. The following is an example of the steps required to co-ordinate the installation and testing of fire and life safety systems in buildings.

1.0. General

Referencing Schedule B-2:

Item No. 1.12 “Functional Testing of Architecturally Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices,”
Item No. 3.4 “Functional Testing of Mechanically Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices,”
Item No. 4.5 “Functional Testing of Plumbing Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices,”
Item No. 5.13 “Functional Testing of Fire Suppression Systems and Devices,” and
Item No. 6.3 “Functional Testing of Electrical Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices.”

The coordinating registered professional (CRP) and registered professionals (RPs) must demonstrate that the fire and life safety systems' design has been coordinated prior to the issuance of the building permit. That is, the CRP/RPs must accumulate and submit the necessary documentation, such as:

complete drawings,
schedules,
schematic diagrams,
fire alarm system sequencing description (showing coordination between mechanical and electrical fire protection and life safety systems),
mechanical fire protection and life safety schematic riser diagrams,
electrical fire alarm riser diagram,
motor data list coordinated with fire alarm system sequencing,
other documentation, as appropriate,

to demonstrate that the interface of the fire and life safety systems has been designed and coordinated so that when built correctly they will function as an integrated system. Further, it is intended that when the construction of the fire and life safety systems is indicated by the contractor to be complete, the RPs/CRP witness the demonstration of the testing of the fire and life safety systems to confirm compliance that the as-built systems function as intended by the design.

The required list of items will depend on the simplicity or complexity of the project. The following is a comprehensive list of items for fire and life safety systems for a complex project which need to be coordinated in order to demonstrate compliance:

Notes: It is the responsibility of the coordinating registered professional (CRP) and registered professionals (RPs) to determine the best method of “how to” demonstrate to the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) that the fire protection and life safety systems have been coordinated for each project. That is, the method(s) used (i.e., charts, drawings, matrices, tables, etc.) for demonstration purposes should be project-specific and relate only to that project.

It is not the intent of this Appendix material to dictate or produce “checklists” or other prescriptive methods for demonstrating compliance since this is best left to the professional discretion of the appropriate CRP/RPs.

2.0 Design Phase — Building Permit Application Stage & Final Construction Phase — Occupancy Permit Application Stage

2.1 Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems

2.1.1. Automatic Sprinkler Systems

design requirements to appropriate standard

2.1.2. Standpipe Systems

design requirements to appropriate standard
Class I/Class II
locations
coverage
F.D. connections

2.1.3. Fire Pump Systems

design requirements to appropriate standard

2.1.4. Fire Alarm Systems

one/two stage system(s)
no. of systems
design requirements to appropriate standard
sequence of operation
F.A. system zoning
location of F.A. system devices
annunciator panel (location and design criteria)
annunciator panel shop drawings (detail design)
sprinkler zone/waterflow device
smoke detectors
smoke alarms
manual pull stations
signals to fire department via an acceptable central monitoring station
activation of ancillary devices

2.1.6. Emergency Telephone System

2.1.7. Emergency Power

design requirements to appropriate standard
supervisory provisions for fire alarm
emergency electrical load
emergency generator

2.1.8. Emergency Lighting

exits
access to exits
public corridors
other floor areas

2.1.9. Exit Signs

2.2. Additional Requirements for High Buildings

2.2.1. Interface Condition between Highrise and Lowrise Components

2.2.2. Smoke Control — Measure A

design requirements to appropriate Standard
venting above-grade stairs
separation of above-grade and below-grade stairs
venting below-grade stairs
pressurization of below-grade stairs at bottom
above-grade elevator shaft serving below-grade protected with a "protected" vestibule
additional controls at CACF (annunciator panel shop drawings)

2.2.3. Smoke Venting

2.2.4. Fire Fighters' Elevators

fire fighting controls
emergency recall

2.2.5. Protection of Emergency Electrical Conductors

highrise elevator
emergency generator(s)
fire pump(s)
smoke control systems
smoke venting systems
fire alarm and emergency voice communication systems

2.2.6. Emergency Voice Communications

integrated with F.A. system
audible to appropriate standard
zoning of speakers

3.0. Roles and Responsibilities for the Demonstration of the Coordinated Fire and Life Safety Systems

3.1. Roles and Responsibilities for the Design, Commissioning and Functional Testing of Fire and Life Safety Systems

3.1.1. Design Phase

RPs will clearly indicate on their drawings and supporting documents the details of the fire and life safety systems for each applicable item of Section 2 for their particular discipline. RPs will also coordinate the design of the components in their system with the designs of other RPs on the project. RPs are to indicate what functional testing, system verification, etc., must be performed by the contractor or sub-trades and establish the documentation to be provided.

The CRP will act as the facilitator for the coordination of the design of the fire and life safety systems among the various RPs.

3.1.2. Construction Phase

The contractor will coordinate the activities of the sub-trade contractors for the installation of the fire and life safety systems in accordance with the contract documents.

RPs will provide field reviews to ascertain that the construction of the fire and life safety systems substantially complies with their design.

RPs will review shop drawings of the fire and life safety systems to determine that they accurately reflect their design intent. They will also coordinate their reviews with those of the other RPs on the project.

The CRP will coordinate the shop drawing reviews and field reviews by the RPs with the objective that the entire fire and life safety system will correctly operate as an integrated system.

3.1.3. Occupancy Phase

The contractor will coordinate the sub-trade contractors for the commissioning and functional testing of the fire and life safety systems. The contractor will also collect all of the required occupancy submission documents from the various sub-trade contractors and forward them to the CRP.

The CRP will take the lead role in coordinating the activities of the RPs required for the commissioning and functional testing of the fire and life safety systems. The CRP will develop the project-specific test protocol and procedures in consultation with the RPs and distribute them to the various parties involved in the process.

RPs will ascertain that the appropriate commissioning and functional testing of the fire and life safety systems of the components in their disciplines have been satisfactorily completed by the sub-trade contractors. They will also determine that the appropriate occupancy submission documents have been submitted and filled in correctly.

The CRP will be responsible for collecting all of the required occupancy submission documents, reviewing them for completeness and accuracy, and forwarding them to the AHJ in a complete package prior to the coordinated final AHJ review.

3.2. Sample Summary of Roles and Responsibilities for Demonstration of the Coordinated Fire and Life Safety Systems

The following is a sample summary (only) of the roles and responsibilities for a typical highrise building with underground parking. The precise roles and responsibilities for each project will vary depending on the complexity. The CRP will ascertain that the appropriate roles and responsibilities for each project are fulfilled by the RPs.

3.2.1. Coordinating Registered Professional

Design Phase

Determine the appropriate RPs required for the project and make arrangements with the owner for their services.
Clarify the roles and responsibilities of the various RPs.
Coordinate the design of the fire and life safety systems by the RPs.
Coordinate and develop the test protocol and procedures for functional testing of the fire and life safety systems.
Coordinate the submission of the design drawings and supporting documents for the building permit application.

Construction Phase

Coordinate and monitor the field reviews of the RPs.
Coordinate and monitor the review of shop drawings by the RPs.
Coordinate the information and its circulation among the RPs and contractor.

Occupancy Phase

In conjunction with the RPs, compile the project-specific test protocol and procedures for the fire and life safety systems, and review the requirements with the contractor, sub-trades and RPs.
Compile the list of project-specific occupancy permit submission documents and the schedule for submissions and confirm completeness with AHJ.
Organize the "Coordinated Final Consultant Review" at least one week prior to "Coordinated AHJ Final Review."
Coordinate the functional testing of the fire and life safety systems during the "Coordinated Final Consultant Review."
Coordinate the RPs' review of occupancy submission documents for completeness and accuracy.
Coordinate certification of equivalencies, if applicable.
Collect all of the required occupancy submission documents and submit them in a complete package to the AHJ.
Organize the "Coordinated AHJ Final Review."
Record any deficiencies identified at the "Coordinated AHJ Final Review" and monitor RPs' field review of the corrective actions by the contractor.
Assist in finalizing the list of outstanding requirements which need to be met prior to occupancy.

3.2.2. Architectural

Design Phase

Establish the conceptual design for the fire and life safety systems in consultation with RPs.
Determine equivalency reports required and coordinate the implementation on the drawings and supporting documents.
Clearly indicate on drawings and supporting documents:

major occupancies and code classifications.
fire separations and fire-resistance ratings.

Closures:

Fire-protection rating
Temperature rise requirements
Amount of glazing
hardware
Quick release hardware
Hold-open devices
Electromagnetic locks

Egress systems.

provisions for fire fighting access.
interior and exterior finishes.
elevating devices c/w integrated controls to the fire alarm panel.
signage coordinated with fire alarm system and annunciation.

Construction Phase

Provide field reviews of architectural components.
Review shop drawings for architectural components and coordinate requirements with other RPs.
Review shop drawings for other disciplines which may influence architectural components.

Occupancy Phase

Ascertain that the architectural components substantially conform to the architectural drawings and supporting documents.
Witnessing the functional testing of the architectural components of the fire and life safety systems.
Coordinate the signage with the fire alarm annunciator and the fire safety plans.
Review the architecturally-related occupancy submission documents provided by the contractor and sub-trades for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and forward to the CRP the architectural Schedule C-B and other applicable supporting documents required prior to occupancy.

3.2.3. Mechanical/Plumbing

Design Phase

Coordinate mechanical/plumbing clearances and functional requirements with other RPs.
Clearly indicate on drawings and supporting documents:

details of the mechanical/plumbing components of the fire and life safety systems.
schematic diagram of the smoke venting system showing all fans, ducts, motorized dampers, fusible link dampers and backdraft dampers.
location and fire-protection ratings of fusible link fire dampers and fire stop flaps.
location and fire-protection ratings of motorized fire dampers.
location and fire-resistance ratings of fire-rated duct enclosures.
fire stop systems for mechanical/plumbing penetrations of fire separations.
kitchen exhaust system/suppression system.

Mechanical fans/motorized dampers sequence of operations:

Describe operation under normal mode.
Describe operation under fire alarm mode.
Indicate fire alarm initiation devices that activate change of operation.

Construction Phase

Provide field reviews of mechanical/plumbing components.
Review shop drawings for mechanical/plumbing components and coordinate requirements with other RPs.
Review shop drawings for other disciplines which may influence mechanical/plumbing components.

Occupancy Phase

Ascertain that the mechanical/plumbing components substantially conform to the mechanical/plumbing drawings and supporting documents.
Witnessing the functional testing of the mechanical/ plumbing components of the fire and life safety systems.
Review the mechanical/plumbing related occupancy submission documents provided by the contractor and sub-trades for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and forward to the CRP the mechanical/plumbing Schedule C-B and other applicable supporting documentation required prior to occupancy.

3.2.4. Fire Suppression

The assurance of sprinkler systems can be accomplished under two possible scenarios:

Scenario 1

The engineer of record undertakes the complete detailed sprinkler system design prior to the building permit application.
The engineer of record submits Schedules B-1 and B-2 with the BP application.
The engineer of record provides field reviews during construction and submits a Schedule C-B prior to occupancy.

Scenario 2

The engineer of record provides a detailed performance specification for the sprinkler system design, as well as sufficient documentation to demonstrate/assure layout feasibility and interface with other components.
The engineer of record submits Schedules B-1 and B-2 with the BP application for overall coordination of the sprinkler design.
The performance specifications may include a requirement that a separate sprinkler design engineer be responsible for detailed sprinkler design, preparation of sprinkler shop drawings (signed and sealed) and hydraulic calculations, letters of assurance Schedules B-1 and B-2, field reviews during construction, and Schedule C-B (for detailed design) prior to occupancy.
The engineer of record reviews the detailed sprinkler design and shop drawings to ascertain that they substantially comply with the performance specifications.
The engineer of record provides a Schedule C-B prior to occupancy to confirm overall coordination of the sprinkler design and installation. The engineer of record is entitled to rely upon the professional seal of the sprinkler design engineer for the detailed design and field review of the sprinkler system.

3.2.5. Electrical

Design Phase

Coordinate with the CRP and RPs the test protocol and procedures for functional testing of the fire and life safety systems.
Details of the electrical components of the fire and life safety systems.
Clearly indicate on drawings and supporting documents:

Fire Alarm System

Location of fire alarm annunciator panel and central alarm control facility
Location of fire alarm initiating devices, e.g., smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations.
Fire alarm riser diagram c/w ancillary device connections
Audibility of fire alarm signal throughout floor area
Zoning of fire alarm initiation devices and audible signal appliances
Monitoring of fire alarm
Routing and method of protection of emergency conductors
Wiring methods for equipment
Testing/verification requirements and the documentation to be submitted to the RP

Sprinkler System

Coordinate design with fire suppression registered professional.
Sprinkler system alarm initiation and monitoring to be indicated on the fire alarm riser diagram, e.g., flow, tamper, pressure.
Detailed diagrams for freeze protection systems, e.g., heat trace monitoring, low temperature monitoring.

Fire Pump Systems

Riser diagram to indicate monitoring of the fire pump, e.g., pump running, power failure, phase reversal, wiring details for device connections.
Routing and method for protection of fire pump feeders from fire and power source, so that a fire from one source will not interrupt power from the other source
Electrical requirements to appropriate Standard and documents to be submitted to RP, e.g., overcurrent protection details, location of controller and transfer switches, voltage drop.

Kitchen Exhaust/Fire Suppression System
Emergency Generator

Generator load calculations
Details and wiring diagram for monitoring through the fire alarm system
Details for testing to appropriate Standard and documents to be submitted to RP

Smoke Venting Systems

Coordinate design with the mechanical engineer
Fire alarm riser diagram to indicate smoke venting fans and motorized dampers and HVAC/exhaust fan shutdown
Detailed wiring diagrams for fan shut-offs, exhaust fan operation, pressurization fan operation, damper operation (opening, closing, throttling)
Sequence of operation of smoke venting system in a narrative form
Describe operation under normal mode
Describe operation under fire alarm mode
Indicate fire alarm initiating devices that activate changes of operation/sequence
Routing methods for protection of emergency conductors

Electromagnetic Locks and Hold-Open Devices (Security)

Coordinate design with the architect
Sequence of operation in both normal and fire alarm mode
Wiring diagrams for connection of devices
Locations of devices on the floor plans

Elevators

Sequence of operation in a narrative form
Wiring diagram details
Routing and method of protection of emergency conductors

Fire stop systems for electrical penetrations of fire separations
Coordinate electrical equipment location and functional requirements with other RPs/CRP.

Construction Phase

Provide field reviews of electrical components.
Review shop drawings for electrical components and coordinate requirements with other RPs.
Review shop drawings for other disciplines which may influence electrical components.

Occupancy Phase

Ascertain that the electrical components substantially conform to the electrical drawings and supporting documents.
Witnessing the functional testing of the electrical components of the fire and life safety systems.
Review the electrical-related occupancy permit submission documents provided by the contractor and sub-trades for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and forward to the CRP the electrical Schedule C-B and other applicable supporting documents required prior to occupancy.

4.0. Sample Occupancy Demonstration/Witnessing Flowchart

DEVELOP TESTING PROTOCOL/PROCEDURE (Design Phase)
CRP/RPs develop Testing Demonstration/Witness Protocol — Issue to Authorities Having Jurisdiction & Contractor
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DOCUMENTATION SUBMISSION
Contractor/Sub-trades submit/deliver all appropriate documentation to CRP/RPs, including:
	— The original Contractor's Materials and Test Certificate for the sprinkler system — The original Contractor's Materials and Test Certificate for the sprinkler system — Fire Pump Flow Test Certificate(s) — Back Flow Prevention Certificate(s) — Emergency generator commissioning and verification reports — The original Certificate of Verification for the fire alarm system — Appendix "A" to the fire alarm verification report — ULC Certificate for Protective Signaling Service — Other documentation, as appropriate
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CONTRACTOR DEMONSTRATION — CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE
Contractor & Sub-trades (Mechanical, Electrical, Elevator, Sprinkler, Fire Alarm, etc.) as appropriate
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COORDINATED FINAL CONSULTANT REVIEW DEMONSTRATION/WITNESSING
CRP/RPs (Architect, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Sprinkler Engineer, Equivalency Consultant, etc.) as appropriate
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OCCUPANCY SUBMISSION DOCUMENTS
CRP to collect all submission documents, including Schedule Cs from RPs, and submit to AHJ in a complete package
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COORDINATED FINAL AHJ REVIEW DEMONSTRATION/WITNESS
Contractor, Sub-trades, CRP/RPs demonstrate to AHJ (Building, Fire, Mechanical, Electrical and Sprinkler)
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OCCUPANCY

A-2.3.1. Documentation of Alternative Solutions. Beyond the purposes of demonstrating compliance and acquiring a building permit, there are other important reasons for requiring that the proponent of an alternative solution submit project documentation (i.e. a compliance report) to the Chief Building Official and for the Chief Building Official to retain that documentation for a substantial period following the construction of a building: the City requires that a building be maintained in compliance with the codes under which it was built. Alternative solutions made possible by objective-based By-law may have special maintenance requirements, which would be described in the documentation.

Documentation helps consultants perform code compliance assessments of existing buildings before they are sold and informs current owners or prospective buyers of existing buildings of any limitations pertaining to their future use or development.
Documentation provides design professionals with the basic information necessary to design changes to an existing building.
An alternative solution could be invalidated by a proposed alteration to a building. Designers and regulators must therefore know the details of the particular alternative solutions that were integral to the original design. Complete documentation should provide insight as to why one alternative solution was chosen over another.
Documentation is the “paper trail” of the alternative solution negotiated between the designer and the regulator and should demonstrate that a rational process led to the acceptance of the alternative solution as an equivalency.
It is possible that over time a particular alternative solution may be shown to be inadequate. It would be advantageous for a jurisdiction to know which buildings included that alternative solution as part of their design: documentation will facilitate this type of analysis.
Project documentation provides important information to a forensic team that is called to investigate an accident or why a design failed to provide the level of performance expected.

A-2.6.3. Demonstration of the Coordinated Fire & Life Safety Systems . The design drawings and supporting documents must clearly indicate all essential details of the Coordinated Fire & Life Safety Systems prior to issuance of a Building Permit. Demonstration of the proper, integrated operation of the Fire & Life Safety Systems must be conducted prior to issuance of the Occupancy Permit.

Note that Schedules A, B-1, B-2, C-A & C-B, as required by Section 2.6., must be signed and sealed and submitted to the Authority Having Jurisdiction, as appropriate for each specific project.

1.0. General

Referencing Schedule B-2:

Item No. 1.14 "Functional Testing of Architecturally Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices,"
Item No. 3.4 "Functional Testing of Mechanically Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices,"
Item No. 4.5 "Functional Testing of Plumbing Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices,"
Item No. 5.13 "Functional Testing of Fire Suppression Systems and Devices," and
Item No. 6.3 "Functional Testing of Electrical Related Fire Emergency Systems and Devices."

The Coordinating Registered Professional (CRP) and Registered Professionals of Record (RPRs) must demonstrate that the Fire and Life Safety Systems' design has been coordinated prior to the issuance of the Building Permit. That is, the CRP/RPRs must accumulate and submit the necessary documentation, such as:

complete drawings,
schedules,
schematic diagrams,
fire alarm system sequencing description (showing coordination between mechanical and electrical fire protection and life safety systems),
mechanical fire protection and life safety schematic riser diagrams,
electrical fire alarm riser diagram,
motor data list coordinated with fire alarm system sequencing,
other documentation, as appropriate,

to demonstrate that the interface of the Fire & Life Safety Systems has been designed and coordinated so that when built correctly they will function as an integrated system. Further, it is intended that when the construction of the Fire & Life Safety Systems is indicated by the Contractor to be complete, the RPRs/CRP witness the demonstration of the testing of the Fire & Life Safety Systems to confirm compliance that the as-built systems function as intended by the design.

The required list of items will depend on the simplicity or complexity of the Project. The following is a comprehensive list of items for Fire & Life Safety Systems for a complex project, which must be coordinated in order to demonstrate compliance:

Notes: It is the responsibility of the Coordinating Registered Professional (CRP) & Registered Professionals of Record (RPRs) to determine the best method of "How To" demonstrate to the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) that the Fire & Life Safety Systems have been coordinated for each project. That is, the method(s) used (i.e., charts, drawings, matrices, tables, etc.) for demonstration purposes should be project-specific and relate only to that project.

It is not the intent of this Appendix Material to dictate or produce "checklists" or other prescriptive methods for demonstrating compliance since this is best left to the professional discretion of the appropriate CRP/RPRs.

2.0. Design Phase — Building Permit Application Stage & Final Construction Phase — Occupancy Permit Application Stage

2.1. Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems

2.1.1. Automatic Sprinkler Systems

design requirements to appropriate Standard

2.1.2. Standpipe Systems

design requirements to appropriate Standard
Class I/Class II
locations
coverage
F.D. connections

2.1.3. Fire Pump Systems

design requirements to appropriate Standard

2.1.4. Fire Alarm Systems

one/two stage system(s)
no. of systems
design requirements to appropriate Standard
sequence of operation
F.A. system zoning
location of F.A. system devices
annunciator panel (location and design criteria)
annunciator panel shop drawings (detail design)
sprinkler zone/waterflow device
smoke detectors
smoke alarms
manual pull stations
signals to Fire Department via an acceptable central monitoring station
activation of ancillary devices

2.1.6. Emergency Telephone System

each exit stair

2.1.7. Emergency Power

design requirements to appropriate Standard
supervisory provisions for fire alarm
emergency electrical load
emergency generator

2.1.8. Emergency Lighting

exits
access to exits
public corridors
other floor areas

2.1.9. Exit Signs

2.2. Additional Requirements for High Buildings

2.2.1. Interface Condition between Highrise and Lowrise Components (Measure 'N' Vestibules)

2.2.2. Smoke Control — Measure A

design requirements to appropriate Standard
venting above-grade stairs
separation of above-grade and below-grade stairs
venting below-grade stairs
pressurization of below-grade stairs at bottom
above-grade elevator shaft serving below-grade protected with a "protected" vestibule
additional controls at CACF (annunciator panel shop drawings)

2.2.3. Smoke Venting

2.2.4. Fire Fighters' Elevators

fire fighting controls
emergency recall

2.2.5. Protection of Emergency Electrical Conductors

highrise elevator
emergency generator(s)
fire pump(s)
smoke control systems
smoke venting systems
fire alarm and emergency voice communication systems

2.2.6. Emergency Voice Communications

integrated with F.A. system
audible to appropriate Standard
zoning of speakers

3.0. Roles and Responsibilities for the Demonstration of the Coordinated Fire and Life Safety Systems

3.1. Roles and Responsibilities for the Design, Commissioning and Functional Testing of Fire and Life Safety Systems

3.1.1. Design Phase

RPRs will clearly indicate on their drawings and supporting documents the details of the fire and life safety systems for each applicable item of Section 2 for their particular discipline. RPRs will also coordinate the design of the components in their system with the designs of other RPRs on the project. RPRs are to indicate what functional testing, system verification, etc., must be performed by the Contractor or subtrades and establish the documentation to be provided.

The CRP will develop the project-specific test protocol and procedures in consultation with the RPRs. The CRP will act as the facilitator for the coordination of the design of the fire and life safety systems among the various RPRs.

3.1.2. Construction Phase

The Contractor will coordinate the activities of the subtrade contractors for the installation of the fire and life safety systems in accordance with the contract documents.

RPRs will provide field reviews to ascertain that the construction of the fire and life safety systems substantially complies with their design.

RPRs will review shop drawings of the fire and life safety systems to determine that they accurately reflect their design intent. They will also coordinate their reviews with those of the other RPRs on the project.

The CRP will coordinate the shop drawing reviews and field reviews by the RPs with the objective that the entire fire and life safety system will correctly operate as an integrated system.

3.1.3. Occupancy Phase

The Contractor will coordinate the subtrade contractors for the commissioning and functional testing of the fire and life safety systems. The Contractor will also collect all of the required Occupancy Permit submission documents from the various subtrade contractors and forward them to the CRP.

The CRP will take the lead role in coordinating the activities of the RPRs required for the commissioning and functional testing of the fire and life safety systems. The CRP will distribute the test protocol and test procedures, as developed in the Design Stage, to the various parties involved in the process.

RPRs will ascertain that the appropriate commissioning and functional testing of the fire and life safety systems of the components in their disciplines have been satisfactorily completed by the sub trade contractors. They will also determine that the appropriate Occupancy Permit submission documents have been submitted and filled in correctly.

The CRP will be responsible for collecting all of the required Occupancy Permit submission documents, reviewing them for completeness and accuracy, and forwarding them to the AHJ in a complete package at least 24 hours prior to the Coordinated Final AHJ Review.

3.2. Sample Summary of Roles and Responsibilities for Demonstration of the Coordinated Fire and Life Safety Systems

3.2.1. Coordinating Registered Professional

Design Phase

Determine the appropriate RPRs required for the project and make arrangements with the owner for their services.
Clarify the roles and responsibilities of the various RPRs.
Coordinate the design of the fire and life safety systems by the RPRs.
Coordinate and develop the test protocol and procedures for functional testing of the fire and life safety systems.
Coordinate the submission of the design drawings and supporting documents for the Building Permit application.

Construction Phase

Coordinate and monitor the field reviews of the RPRs.
Coordinate and monitor the review of shop drawings by the RPRs.
Facilitate the information flow among the RPRs and Contractor.

Occupancy Phase

In conjunction with the RPRs, finalize the project-specific test protocol and procedures for the fire and life safety systems, and review the requirements with the Contractor, subtrades and RPRs.
Finalize the list of project-specific occupancy permit submission documents and the schedule for submissions and confirm completeness with AHJ.
Organize the "Coordinated Final Consultant Review" at least one week prior to "Coordinated AHJ Final Review."
Take a lead role in coordinating the functional testing of the fire and life safety systems during the "Coordinated Final Consultant Review."
Coordinate the RPRs' review of Occupancy Permit submission documents for completeness and accuracy.
Coordinate Certification of Equivalencies, if applicable.
Collect all of the required Occupancy Permit submission documents and submit them in a complete package to the AHJ.
Organize the "Coordinated AHJ Final Review."
Record any deficiencies identified at the "Coordinated AHJ Final Review" and monitor RPRs' field review of the corrective actions by the subtrades.
Assist in finalizing the list of outstanding requirements which need to be met for the issuance of the Occupancy Permit.
Follow-up on minor deficiencies post-Occupancy.

3.2.2. Architectural Design Phase

Establish the conceptual design for the fire and life safety systems in consultation with RPRs.
Determine equivalency reports required and coordinate the implementation on the drawings and supporting documents.
Clearly indicate on drawings and supporting documents:

Major occupancies and code classifications.
Fire separations and fire-resistance ratings.

Closures:

Fire-protection rating
Temperature rise requirements
Amount of glazing

Hardware for closures

Panic hardware
Hold-open devices
Electromagnetic locks

Egress systems.
Provisions for fire fighting access.
Interior and exterior finishes.
Elevating devices c/w integrated controls to the fire alarm panel.
Signage coordinated with fire alarm system and annunciation.

Construction Phase

Provide field reviews of architectural components.
Review shop drawings for architectural components and coordinate requirements with other RPRs.
Review shop drawings for other disciplines which may influence architectural components.

Occupancy Phase

Ascertain that the architectural components substantially conform to the architectural drawings and supporting documents.
Perform an active role in witnessing the functional testing of the architectural components of the fire and life safety systems.
Coordinate the signage with the fire alarm annunciator and the fire safety plans.
Review the architecturally-related Occupancy Permit submission documents provided by the Contractor and subtrades for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and forward to the CRP the architectural Schedule C-B and other assurance letters required for the Occupancy Permit.

3.2.3. Mechanical/Plumbing Design Phase

Coordinate mechanical/plumbing clearances and functional requirements with other RPRs.
Clearly indicate on drawings and supporting documents:

Details of the mechanical/plumbing components of the fire and life safety systems.
Schematic diagram of the smoke venting system showing all fans, ducts, motorized dampers, fusible link dampers and backdraft dampers.
Location and fire-protection ratings of fusible link fire dampers and fire stop flaps.
Location and fire-protection ratings of motorized fire dampers.
Location and fire-resistance ratings of fire-rated duct enclosures.
Fire stop systems for mechanical/plumbing penetrations of fire separations.
Mechanical fans/motorized dampers sequence of operations:

Describe operation under normal mode
Describe operation under fire alarm mode
Indicate fire alarm initiation devices that activate change of operation

Kitchen exhaust system/suppression system.

Construction Phase

Provide field reviews of mechanical/plumbing components.
Review shop drawings for mechanical/plumbing components and coordinate requirements with other RPRs.
Review shop drawings for other disciplines which may influence mechanical/plumbing components.

Occupancy Phase

Ascertain that the mechanical/plumbing components substantially conform to the mechanical/plumbing drawings and supporting documents.
Perform an active role in witnessing the functional testing of the mechanical/ plumbing components of the fire and life safety systems.
Review the mechanical/plumbing related occupancy permit submission documents provided by the Contractor and subtrades for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and forward to the CRP the mechanical/plumbing Schedule C-B and other assurance letters and documentation required for the Occupancy Permit.

3.2.4. Fire Suppression

The design of sprinkler systems can be accomplished by at least two possible scenarios:

Scenario 1

The engineer of record undertakes the complete detailed design prior to the building permit application.
The engineer of record submits Schedules B-1 and B-2 with the BP application.
The engineer of record provides field reviews during construction and submits a Schedule C-B prior to Occupancy Permit.

Scenario 2

The engineer of record provides a detailed performance specification for the sprinkler design, as well as sufficient drawings to demonstrate/assure layout feasibility and interface with other components.
The engineer of record submits Schedules B-1 and B-2 with the BP application for overall coordination of the sprinkler design. Schedules B-1 and B-2 can be annotated "For Performance Specification Only."
The performance specifications may include a requirement that a separate sprinkler design engineer be responsible for detailed sprinkler design, preparation of sprinkler shop drawings and hydraulic calculations, letters of assurance Schedules B-1 and B-2, field reviews during construction, and Schedule C-B (for Detailed Design) prior to Occupancy Permit.
The engineer of record reviews the detailed sprinkler design and shop drawings to ascertain that they substantially comply with the performance specifications.
The engineer of record provides a Schedule C-B prior to Occupancy Permit to confirm overall coordination of the sprinkler design and installation. Schedule C-B can be annotated "For Performance Specification Only." The engineer of record is entitled to rely upon the professional seal of the sprinkler design engineer for the detailed design and field review of the sprinkler system.

For purposes of this example, Scenario 2 Roles and Responsibilities are outlined below:

Design Phase by Engineer of Record

Coordinate fire suppression spatial and functional requirements with other RPRs/CRP.
Clearly indicate on the drawings and performance specification:

Fundamental design parameters for the fire suppression system to appropriate Standard.
Location of fire department siamese hose connections.
Location and size of standpipes and hose connections.
Details of special sprinkler protection as per equivalent reports.
Fire stop systems for pipe penetrations of fire separations.
Zoning of the sprinkler system to be coordinated with the electrical engineer for the fire alarm annunciation and clearly identified in the performance specifications.

Construction Phase by Sprinkler Design Engineer

Prepare, sign and seal shop drawings and hydraulic calculations, clearly indicating:

Details of the fire suppression components of the fire and life safety systems.
Schematic riser diagram of sprinkler and standpipe systems c/w all devices that will be connected to the fire alarm system (flow switches, tamper switches, pressure switches, freeze monitoring, heat trace monitoring).
Location of fire department siamese hose connections.
Location and size of standpipes and hose connections.
Details of special sprinkler protection as per equivalent reports.
Zoning of the sprinkler system to be coordinated with the electrical engineer for the fire alarm annunciation and clearly identified on the sprinkler shop drawings.
Coordinate fire suppression location and functional requirements with engineer of record/CRP.

Provide field reviews of fire suppression components.

Construction Phase by Engineer of Record

Review shop drawings and hydraulic calculations for fire suppression components to determine substantial conformance to the performance specifications.
Provide field reviews of fire suppression components to determine substantial conformance to the performance specifications.
Monitor the field reviews by the Sprinkler Design Engineer to determine substantial conformance with the performance specifications.
Review shop drawings for other disciplines which may influence fire suppression components.

Occupancy Phase by the Engineer of Record

Ascertain that the fire suppression components substantially conform to the performance specifications.
Perform an active role in witnessing the functional testing of the fire suppression components of the fire and life safety systems.
Review the fire suppression-related Occupancy Permit submission documents by the Contractor and subtrades for completeness and accuracy.
Collect the Schedule C-B from the Sprinkler Design Engineer, review for accuracy and completeness and forward to the CRP.
Collect other Occupancy Permit documents from the subtrade contractor (e.g., Contractor's Material and Test Certificates), review for completeness and forward to the CRP.
Prepare and forward to the CRP the fire suppression Schedule C-B for overall coordination of the fire suppression system.

Occupancy Phase by the Sprinkler Design Engineer

Ascertain that the fire suppression components substantially conform to the sprinkler shop drawings and supporting documents.
Perform an active role in witnessing the functional testing of the fire suppression components of the fire and life safety systems.
Review the fire suppression-related Occupancy Permit submission documents by the Contractor and subtrades for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and forward to the Engineer of Record the fire suppression Schedule C-B and other assurance letters and documentation required for the Occupancy Permit.

3.2.5. Electrical

Design Phase

Coordinate with the CRP and RPRs the test protocol and procedures for functional testing of the fire and life safety systems.
Details of the electrical components of the fire and life safety systems.
Clearly indicate on drawings and supporting documents:

Fire Alarm System

Location of fire alarm annunciator panel and central alarm control facility
Location of fire alarm initiating devices (smoke detectors, heat detectors, manual pull stations)
Fire alarm riser diagram c/w ancillary device connections
Audibility of fire alarm signal throughout floor area
Zoning of fire alarm initiation devices and audible signal appliances
Monitoring of fire alarm
Routing and method of protection of emergency conductors
Wiring methods for equipment
Testing/verification requirements and the documentation to be submitted to the RPR

Sprinkler System

Coordinate design with sprinkler design engineer
Sprinkler system alarm initiation and monitoring to be indicated on the fire alarm riser diagram (flow, tamper, pressure, etc.)
Detailed diagrams for freeze protection systems (heat trace monitoring, low temperature monitoring, etc.)

Fire Pump Systems

Riser diagram to indicate monitoring of the fire pump (pump running, power failure, phase reversal, wiring details for device connections)
Routing and method for protection of fire pump feeders from fire and power source, so that a fire from one source will not interrupt power from the other source
Electrical requirements to appropriate Standard and documents to be submitted to RPR (overcurrent protection details, location of controller and transfer switches, voltage drop, etc.)

Kitchen Exhaust/Fire Suppression System
Emergency Generator

Generator load calculations
Details and wiring diagram for monitoring through the fire alarm system
Details for testing to appropriate Standard and documents to be submitted to RPR

Smoke Venting Systems

Coordinate design with the mechanical engineer
Fire alarm riser diagram to indicate smoke venting fans and motorized dampers and HVAC/exhaust fan shutdown
Detailed wiring diagrams for fan shut-offs, exhaust fan operation, pressurization fan operation, damper operation (opening, closing, throttling)
Sequence of operation of smoke venting system in a narrative form
Describe operation under normal mode
Describe operation under fire alarm mode
Indicate fire alarm initiating devices that activate changes of operation/sequence
Routing methods for protection of emergency conductors

Electromagnetic Locks and Hold-Open Devices

Coordinate design with the architect
Sequence of operation in both normal and fire alarm mode
Wiring diagrams for connection of devices
Locations of devices on the floor plans

Elevators

Sequence of operation in a narrative form
Wiring diagram details
Routing and method of protection of emergency conductors

Fire stop systems for electrical penetrations of fire separations
Coordinate electrical equipment location and functional requirements with other RPRs/CRP.

Construction Phase

Provide field reviews of electrical components.
Review shop drawings for electrical components and coordinate requirements with other RPRs.
Review shop drawings for other disciplines which may influence electrical components.

Occupancy Phase

Ascertain that the electrical components substantially conform to the electrical drawings and supporting documents.
Perform an active role in witnessing the functional testing of the electrical components of the fire and life safety systems.
Review the electrical-related Occupancy Permit submission documents provided by the Contractor and subtrades for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and forward to the CRP the electrical Schedule C-B and other assurance letters and documents required for the Occupancy Permit.

4.0. Sample Occupancy Demonstration/Witnessing Flowchart

DEVELOP TESTING PROTOCOL/PROCEDURE (Design Stage)
CRP/RPRs develop Testing Demonstration/Witness Protocol — Issue to Authorities Having Jurisdiction & Contractor
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DOCUMENTATION SUBMISSION
Contractor/Subtrades submit/deliver all appropriate documentation to CRP/RPRs, including:
	— The original Contractor's Materials and Test Certificate for the sprinkler system — Fire Pump Flow Test Certificate(s) — Back Flow Prevention Certificate(s) — Emergency generator commissioning and verification reports — The original Certificate of Verification for the fire alarm system — Appendix "A" to the fire alarm verification report — ULC Certificate for Protective Signaling Service — Other documentation, as appropriate
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CONTRACTOR DEMONSTRATION — CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE
Contractor & Subtrades (Mechanical, Electrical, Elevator, Sprinkler, Fire Alarm, etc.) as appropriate
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COORDINATED FINAL CONSULTANT REVIEW DEMONSTRATION/WITNESSING CRP/RPRs
(Architect, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Sprinkler Engineer, Equivalency Consultant, etc.) as appropriate
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OCCUPANCY SUBMISSION DOCUMENTS
CRP to collect all submission documents, including Schedule Cs from RPRs, and submit to AHJ in a complete package
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COORDINATED FINAL AHJ REVIEW DEMONSTRATION/WITNESS
Contractor, Subtrades, CRP/RPRs demonstrate to AHJ (Building, Fire, Mechanical, Electrical and Sprinkler)
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OP ISSUED

[Rev. 10, B.C. Reg. 232/2010.]