In the February 2024 issue, I introduced the what rules – the category of rules that tell us what to install in a building, typically segmented by occupancy classification and maximum allowable ...

Occupant Load Determines Fire Code Application – Occupant load calculations help identify which fire alarm and safety regulations apply. Mixed-Use Buildings Must Consider Combined Loads – When ...

OVERVIEW Commissioning provides a fully functional fire alarm system, documentation of the fire alarm testing and documentation of how the fire alarm system functions to the building owner and ...

Can you spot the Code violation in this photo?

Contractors nearing the completion of large-scale projects often encounter unexpected delays during the fire alarm system commissioning process. Now innovative new technology is providing some answers ...

What are code requirements for fire alarms in a brownstone (2 fam) particularly with regard to battery powered vs wired? I understand that we need one in each kitchen and one within 12 feet from a ...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) could approve a national mass notification standard for the private sector, as early as June, at its safety conference in Chicago, Campus Safety ...

With today’s continually advancing building engineering technology, design professionals are presented with a multitude of options for HVAC design. With such variety comes the burden of comprehending ...