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5.13.6.3. Dip tanks containing either a flammable or combustible liquid with a flash point less than 43oC or a heated combustible liquid giving off flammable vapours shall conform to Article 5.13.6.2. when the capacity exceeds 45 L or when the liquid surface area exceeds 0.4 m2. Portable extinguishers
5.13.6.4. Areas in the vicinity of dip tanks shall be provided with portable extinguishers in conformance with Section 6.2. SECTION 5.14SPECIAL PROCESSES INVOLVING FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS Subsection 5.14.1.Quench Tanks Location
5.14.1.2. Quench tanks shall be provided with a noncombustible hood and vent exhausting to the outside of the building.
5.14.1.3. Vents for quench tanks shall conform to the requirements for flue pipes in Section 2.6. High temperature limit switches
5.14.1.4. (1) A high temperature limit switch shall be provided to sound an alarm, shut off heat and stop conveyors when a flammable or combustible liquid reaches 28oC below its flash point in a quench tank. (2) The temperature-sensing element for the high temperature limit switch in Sentence (1) shall be located close to the surface of the liquid and be protected from damage. Electrical installations
5.14.1.7. A quench tank shall be designed so that the maximum workload is incapable of raising the working temperature of the cooling medium to within 28oC of its flash point. Subsection 5.14.2.Flow-Coating Operations Application of dip tank requirements
5.14.2.1. (1) The requirements in Section 5.13 for dip tanks shall also apply to flow-coating operations. (2) The sump area and any area on which paint flows shall be considered as the dip tank area for the purposes of these provisions. Mechanical ventilation
5.14.2.2. Mechanical ventilation shall be provided at the rate of 63 m3 of fresh air per litre of solvent used.
5.14.2.3. Ventilation shall be arranged so that the flammable vapour concentration exceeding 25 per cent of the lower explosive limit will be confined to within 600 mm of the paint stream and drain area, freshly coated work and the drip tunnel bottom. Interlocks
5.14.2.4. The ventilation system shall be interlocked to shut down the paint supply whenever fans are stopped as sensed by the air flow. Supply
5.14.2.5. (1) Flammable or combustible liquids shall be supplied by (a) direct low pressure pumping arranged to shut down automatically by means of listed and labelled devices in the event of fire, or (b) a gravity tank not exceeding 45 L in capacity. Subsection 5.14.3.Roll-Coating Processes Application of dip tank requirements
5.14.3.1. The requirements in Section 5.13 for dip tanks shall also apply to roll-coating processes. Grounding
5.14.3.3. Operations involving materials that have been freshly coated with a liquid containing solvents having a flash point less than 43oC shall be located in sprinklered rooms that are separated from other occupancies by fire separations having a 2-hr fire-resistance rating. Subsection 5.14.4.Electrostatic Spraying and Detearing Equipment Equipment location
5.14.4.1. (1) Electrical components including transformers, power packs and control equipment for electrostatic spray applications or for the electrostatic removal of excess coating material (detearing) shall be located in an area where the vapour concentration of flammable or combustible liquids cannot exceed 25 per cent of the lower explosive limit. (2) Sentence (1) does not apply to high voltage grids and their connections. Interlocks
5.14.4.2. (1) Electrostatic spraying and detearing equipment shall be provided with automatic controls that will operate without a time delay to disconnect power to high voltage transformers and to signal the operator when (a) stoppage of the air supply, ventilating fan or conveyor system occurs, (b) there is a ground at any point on the high voltage system, or (c) clearances are reduced below those specified in Article 5.14.4.4. Insulators
5.14.4.3. Insulators shall be kept clean and dry. Clearances
5.14.4.4. (1) A space equivalent to twice the sparking distance shall be maintained between articles being painted or deteared and electrodes or conductors. (2) A sign shall be conspicuously posted near an electrical assembly stating the maximum sparking distance. Drip plates and screens
5.14.4.5. Drip plates and screens subject to paint deposits shall be removable for cleaning. Insulating and grounding
5.14.4.6. High voltage components, including atomizing heads, shall be insulated and protected against mechanical damage and accidental contact or grounding.
5.14.4.7. An automatic means shall be provided for grounding the electrode system when it is de-energized. Operating distances
5.14.4.8. Items being electrostatically sprayed shall not be held by hand nor suspended in such a manner as to reduce the proper operating distance from the atomizing heads.
5.14.4.9. Electrostatic spraying equipment shall be located 1.5 m from processing equipment and isolated from other areas by grounded guards and fences of conducting material. Surface temperatures
5.14.4.10. The surface temperature of equipment in a spraying area shall not exceed 66oC. Precautions against shock
5.14.4.11. High voltage circuits shall be designed so that any discharge occurring will not ignite vapour-air mixtures or create a shock hazard. Spray guns
5.14.4.12. The energy supply to hand spray guns shall be controlled by a switch that also controls the coating material supply.
5.14.4.13. Spray gun handles shall be grounded and have a metallic connection that is in direct contact with the operator’s hand during spraying. Grounding
5.14.4.14. (1) Electrically conductive objects in the spraying area, including paint containers, wash cans and other objects, shall be grounded. (2) A sign shall be posted in the spraying area indicating the need for the grounding of electrically conductive objects.
5.14.4.15. Hooks and other supports for sprayed items shall be kept clean and free of paint. Warning signs
5.14.4.16. Signs designating the spraying area as dangerous shall be conspicuously posted. Fixed extinguishing equipment
5.14.4.17. Spraying areas shall be located in rooms protected by listed and labelled automatic fixed extinguishing equipment. Subsection 5.14.5.Automobile Undercoating
5.14.5.2. (1) Automobile undercoating materials shall have a flash point of not less than 37.8oC. (2) Where the flash point of an automobile undercoating is less than 60oC, it shall be applied in a work area where (a) there are no work pits, (b) there is a fan with nonferrous blades that provides mechanical ventilation during the application, cleaning and drying cycles at the rate of 72 m3/min per work station, (c) air movement from the air intake and exhaust system is along the length of the vehicle being undercoated, and (d) air is exhausted at a level approximately 1 m above the floor. Ignition sources
5.14.5.4. Except for overhead lighting that is totally enclosed and sealed with gaskets, electrical wiring and equipment within the area of hazard described in Article 5.14.5.3. shall conform to Article 5.1.3.1.
5.14.5.5. The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids shall be in conformance with Part 4. Portable extinguishers
5.14.5.6. Portable extinguishers shall be located so that there is one portable extinguisher having a 20BC rating immediately accessible to each work station described in Article 5.14.5.2. Refuse disposal
5.14.5.7. (1) Areas where automobile undercoating is used shall be kept clean of undercoating deposits and refuse. (2) The deposits and refuse shall be placed in covered metal containers. Subsection 5.14.6.Dry Powder Finishing Location of operations
5.14.6.1. (1) Processes involving protective finishing material applied in dry powder form by powder spray guns, by electrostatic powder spray guns, by fluidized beds or by electrostatic fluidized beds shall be performed in rooms of noncombustible construction, in ventilated, enclosed, powder-coating facilities, or in spray booths conforming to Article 5.12.2.1. Installation (2) Electrostatic fluidized beds and associated equipment shall be installed in conformance with good engineering practice. Location of electrical equipment
5.14.6.2. (1) Transformers, power packs, control apparatus and other electrical components shall be located outside the powder-coating area. (2) Sentence (1) does not apply to charging electrodes and their components. Working temperatures
5.14.6.3. (1) Where a part to be coated is preheated prior to the application of the powder, the temperature of the part shall not exceed the ignition temperature of the powder being used. (2) The surface temperature of electrostatic fluidized bed coating areas shall not exceed 66oC. Grounding
5.14.6.5. High voltage circuits in electrostatic fluidized beds shall be designed so that any discharge produced when the charging electrodes of the bed are approached or contacted by a grounded object will not be of sufficient intensity to ignite any powder-air mixture likely to be encountered or result in any appreciable shock hazard. Separators
5.14.6.6. Separators shall be used to prevent tramp iron or other spark-producing materials from being introduced into the powders being applied. Recovery systems
5.14.6.7. (1) Waste air-suspended powders shall be safely removed by exhaust ducts to a powder recovery system. (2) Waste air-suspended powders shall not be released to the outside atmosphere. Vacuum cleaning
5.14.6.8. Accumulations of waste dust from dry powder finishes shall be removed by vacuum cleaning equipment. Contact points
5.14.6.9. Objects being coated shall be maintained in contact with the conveyor or other support.
5.14.6.11. (1) Smoking shall not be permitted at powder-coating areas and in powder storage rooms. (2) Signs prohibiting smoking that conform to Article 2.4.3.2. shall be conspicuously posted at all powder-coating areas and powder storage rooms. Subsection 5.14.7.Organic Peroxides and Dual Component Coatings Location of spraying operations
5.14.7.1. Spraying operations involving the use of organic peroxides and other dual component coatings shall be conducted in sprinklered spray booths as described in Sentence 5.12.8.2.(1). Initiator storage
5.14.7.3. Handling equipment, including spray guns, that are specifically designed for use with organic peroxides shall be used to apply dual component coatings. Containers
5.14.7.6. Precautions shall be taken to prevent any mixing of foreign materials with dusts or overspray residues resulting from the sanding or spraying of finishing materials containing organic peroxides.
5.14.7.7. RESERVED SECTION 5.15RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS Subsection 5.15.1.Application Application
5.15.1.1. This Section applies to the storage and handling of radioactive material that emits ionizing radiation and that is present in quantities in excess of the scheduled quantity as defined in Schedule I of the Atomic Energy Control Regulations made under the Atomic Energy Control Act (Canada). Subsection 5.15.2.Storage
5.15.2.1. Radioactive materials and equipment shall be returned to storage after use. Storage
5.15.2.2. Radioactive materials shall be stored in accordance with the licence requirements and regulations of the Atomic Energy Control Board.
5.15.2.3. Radioactive materials and equipment shall not be stored with flammable or corrosive materials. Subsection 5.15.3.Emergency Procedures
5.15.3.1. (1) Persons using or storing radioactive materials shall establish fire emergency procedures in consultation with the fire department including (a) the location and identification of storage and use areas, (b) methods to control a fire emergency and to recover radioactive materials and equipment containing radioactive materials safely and efficiently, (c) the names, addresses and telephone numbers of primary and alternative sources of expert radiation safety advice and assistance, and (d) the location of primary and alternative sources of radiation survey instruments. SECTION 5.16FUMIGATION AND THERMAL INSECTICIDAL FOGGING Subsection 5.16.1.Application Application
5.16.1.1. (1) This Section applies to the fumigation or thermal fogging of buildings where this activity creates a fire or explosion hazard, including the fumigation of equipment or commodities within structures, tanks, bins or under tarpaulins. Exceptions (2) Articles 5.16.2.1. and 5.16.2.2. do not apply to industries that conduct frequent fumigation operations on a routine basis where approved prior to the conducting of the operations. Subsection 5.16.2.Safety Precautions Notification of fire department
5.16.2.1. (1) Except as permitted in Sentence 5.16.1.1.(2), the fire department shall (a) be notified in writing at least 24 hours before any building is to be closed for fumigation, and (b) be advised of the chemicals to be used, the proposed date and time of use, types of respiratory protective devices required and the degree of flammability of the fumigant or fog being used. Notification of adjacent premises
5.16.2.3. Flames and other sources of ignition shall be eliminated in a building undergoing fumigation or thermal insecticidal fogging. Power supply
5.16.2.7. (1) No person shall be permitted to enter a premises undergoing fumigation or thermal insecticidal fogging until the premises has been ventilated and is safe for human occupancy. (2) Warning signs shall be posted in a conspicuous location near every entrance to the premises being fumigated.
5.16.2.8. RESERVED SECTION 5.17WELDING AND CUTTING Subsection 5.17.1.General Application
5.17.1.1. The protection of persons and property from injury or damage by fire or other causes arising from electric and gas welding and cutting equipment, its installation, operation and maintenance, shall conform to CSA-W117.2, “Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting”, and to the requirements in this Section. Subsection 5.17.2.Use and Maintenance of Equipment Fuel gases
5.17.2.1. The operation of acetylene generating systems and the storage and generation of welding fuel gases shall conform to NFPA 51, “Oxygen-Fuel Gas Systems for Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes”, Chapter 6. Piping
5.17.2.3. Cylinders stored inside buildings shall conform to the requirements in Section 5.6.
5.17.2.5. Torches, regulators, hoses and other oxyacetylene welding and cutting equipment which have been damaged shall not be used.
5.17.2.6. (1) Welding equipment shall be inspected daily or prior to use for defects by personnel in charge of the equipment. (2) Welding and cutting equipment shall be tested monthly for leaks with a leak test solution. (3) Defects in equipment shall be made good before reusing. Equipment not in use
5.17.2.7. Valves shall be closed and lines bled when equipment is not in actual use.
5.17.2.8. Oil or grease shall not be used for lubrication of welding and cutting equipment. Subsection 5.17.3.Prevention of Fires Location of operations
5.17.3.1. (1) Welding and cutting operations in buildings shall be carried out in areas that are free of combustible and flammable contents, and that have walls, ceilings and floors of noncombustible construction or that are lined with noncombustible materials. (2) When it is not practical to undertake welding and cutting operations in areas described in Sentence (1), combustible and flammable materials shall either be kept at least 11 m from the work area or otherwise protected against ignition by sheet metal, asbestos blankets or other noncombustible material. Work adjacent to piping
5.17.3.2. When welding or cutting is to be carried out near piping containing flammable gas, the section of the piping located within 1 m of the torch shall be covered with wet noncombustible insulating material 6 mm thick. Work on containers
5.17.3.3. (1) Welding or cutting of metal containers shall not be undertaken until the containers and compartments within such containers have been cleaned of flammable and combustible materials and checked with an explosion meter. (2) Welding or cutting operations shall not be undertaken on a totally enclosed container. Portable extinguishers (3) Suitable portable extinguishers shall be provided in conformance with Section 6.2 where welding or cutting operations take place. SECTION 5.18INDUSTRIAL OVENS FOR BAKING AND DRYING PROCESSES Subsection 5.18.1.Application Application
5.18.1.1. This Section applies to industrial baking and drying ovens which during operation contain flammable vapours given off by the products being baked or dried. Subsection 5.18.2.Location
5.18.2.1. Ovens shall not be located in any storey below grade. Subsection 5.18.3.Construction Oven materials
5.18.3.2. The roof and floor of ovens and heaters and associated ductwork shall have sufficient clearance or be insulated where necessary to prevent the temperature from exceeding 90oC at any combustible part of the building assembly. Explosion vents
5.18.3.3. (1) Explosion vents shall be provided for ovens where fuel or vapour hazards are present. (2) Explosion vents shall be designed in conformance with NFPA 91, “Exhaust Systems for Air-Conveying of Materials”, and shall have a venting ratio (a) of 0.2 m2 of vent area for each cubic metre of oven volume, or (b) computed in accordance with NFPA 68, “Guide for Venting of Deflagrations”, except in no case less than 650 cm2 of vent area for each cubic metre of oven volume. (3) Openings or access doors equipped with explosion release hardware shall be acceptable as explosion vents. Duct and stack restrictions
5.18.3.4. (1) Ducts, stacks and associated insulation in systems for the removal of flammable vapours shall (a) be constructed of noncombustible materials, (b) not pass through firewalls, and (c) not discharge within 1.5 m of windows or within 6 m of other air intake openings. Subsection 5.18.4.Ventilation Oven ventilation
5.18.4.1. Ovens in which flammable vapours may be present or through which products of combustion are circulated shall be ventilated in accordance with NFPA 86, “Ovens and Furnaces”. Fan interlocks
5.18.4.2. Where flammable vapours may be present in ovens, interlocks shall be provided to ensure that energy sources and ignition devices are de-activated when the ventilating fans stop or the excess temperature controls are activated.
5.18.4.3. Where flammable vapours may be present in continuous process ovens, interlocks shall be provided to ensure that ventilating fans are operating before conveyors can be started and that the stopping of ventilating fans or activation of the excess temperature controls will stop the conveyors. Subsection 5.18.5.Maintenance Cleaning of ovens and ductwork
5.18.5.1. (1) Ovens and associated ductwork shall be inspected, cleaned and maintained internally and externally at intervals sufficient to prevent the accumulation of combustible deposits. (2) Access doors or panels shall be provided to permit inspection, cleaning and maintenance of ovens and associated ductwork. (3) Fixed noncombustible ladders, steps or grab rails shall be provided to permit access to the doors or panels required in Sentence (2). Subsection 5.18.6.Fire Protection Portable extinguishers
5.18.6.2. A standpipe and hose system shall be installed in conformance with the Building Code and equipped with shutoff spray nozzles so that all parts of an oven structure can be reached by a hose stream. Fire access doors
5.18.6.3. Doors or other means of access shall be provided in ovens and associated ductwork so that portable extinguishers or hose streams may be used in all parts of the equipment.
5.18.6.4. Ovens containing or processing sufficient combustible materials to sustain a fire shall be protected by an automatic sprinkler system or other fixed extinguishing systems. O. Reg. 388/97, Part 5; O. Reg. 302/99, ss. 3-5; O. Reg. 315/01, s. 2. PART 6   FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT TABLE OF CONTENTS  SECTION 6.1

GENERAL


Subsection 6.1.1.

Scope


 

 


SECTION 6.2

PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS


Subsection 6.2.1.

General


Subsection 6.2.2.

Classification


Subsection 6.2.3.

Selection Requirements


Subsection 6.2.4.

Installation Requirements


Subsection 6.2.5.

Grading of Hazards


Subsection 6.2.6.

Distribution


Subsection 6.2.7.

Inspection, Testing and Maintenance


 

 


SECTION 6.3

FIRE ALARM AND VOICE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS FOR LIFE SAFETY


Subsection 6.3.1.

General


Subsection 6.3.2.

Check, Inspect and Test


Subsection 6.3.3.

Smoke Alarms — Testing and Maintenance


 

 


SECTION 6.4

STANDPIPE AND HOSE SYSTEMS


Subsection 6.4.1.

General


Subsection 6.4.2.

Maintenance and Inspection of Hose Stations and Equipment


Subsection 6.4.3.

Testing


 

 


SECTION 6.5
Subsection 6.5.1.
Subsection 6.5.2.
Subsection 6.5.3.
Subsection 6.5.4.
Subsection 6.5.5.
Subsection 6.5.6.

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
General
Sprinkler System Shutdowns
Checking
Inspection
Testing
Maintenance


 

 


SECTION 6.6

WATER SUPPLIES FOR FIRE PROTECTION


Subsection 6.6.1.

General


Subsection 6.6.2.

Tanks


Subsection 6.6.3.

Fire Pumps and Reservoirs


Subsection 6.6.4.

Hydrants


Subsection 6.6.5.

Inspection of Hydrants


Subsection 6.6.6.

Uniform Marking of Hydrants


 

 


SECTION 6.7

EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEMS


Subsection 6.7.1.

General


 

 


SECTION 6.8

SPECIAL EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS


Subsection 6.8.1.

General SECTION 6.1GENERAL Subsection 6.1.1.Scope Scope
6.1.1.1. This Part provides for the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance and operation of portable extinguishers and the inspection, testing, maintenance and operation of fire alarm systems and voice communication systems, smoke alarms, standpipe and hose systems, automatic sprinkler systems, special extinguishing systems, water supplies for fire protection and emergency power installations. (See also Part 7) SECTION 6.2PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS Subsection 6.2.1.General
6.2.1.1. Listed portable extinguishers shall be installed when replacing or adding new extinguishers. Maintenance
6.2.1.3. (1) Portable extinguishers shall be located so that they are easily seen and shall be accessible at all times. Lockable cabinets (2) A lockable, break-front glazed cabinet may be used for security purposes to store portable extinguishers and where portable extinguishers are located in a fire hose cabinet, an approved lockable, scored glass break-front cabinet may be used.
6.2.1.5. The location of portable extinguishers shall be prominently indicated by signs or markings in large floor areas and in locations where visual obstructions cannot be avoided.
6.2.1.6. Portable extinguishers in proximity to a fire hazard shall be located in a position so as to be accessible without exposing the operator to undue risk. Corrosive atmosphere
6.2.1.7. Portable extinguishers that are subject to damage in a corrosive atmosphere shall not be installed where a corrosive atmosphere exists unless supplementary corrosion protection that will protect the portable extinguishers is provided. Temperature range requirements
6.2.1.8. (1) Where a portable extinguisher is to be located in an area subject to temperatures outside the range 4oC to 49oC it shall be (a) placed in an enclosure where the temperature is maintained within this range, or (b) of a type labelled for the temperatures to which it will be exposed. Mounting brackets
6.2.1.9. When portable extinguishers are located on vehicles or in areas where they are subject to jarring or vibration, brackets designed to accommodate these effects shall be used. Subsection 6.2.2.Classification Rating of extinguishers
6.2.2.1. Portable extinguishers shall be rated and identified in conformance with National Standard of Canada CAN/ULC-S508, “Rating and Fire Testing of Fire Extinguishers”. Subsection 6.2.3.Selection Requirements Multiple ratings
6.2.3.1. Where portable extinguishers have been tested and are rated as being acceptable for fighting more than one class of fire, each class of fire for which they are acceptable shall be designated on each extinguisher. Subsection 6.2.4.Installation Requirements Where required
6.2.4.1. (1) Portable extinguishers shall be provided in conformance with Sentence 6.2.6.1.(1). (2) Sentence (1) does not apply to dwelling units, including dwelling units in Section 9.8. Distance above floor
6.2.4.2. Portable extinguishers with a gross weight greater than 18 kg shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than 1.1 m above the floor when the extinguisher is not equipped with wheels.
6.2.4.3. Portable extinguishers having a gross weight of 18 kg or less shall be installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than 1.5 m above the floor. Operating instructions
6.2.4.4. The operating instructions of portable extinguishers shall face outward when the extinguishers are located in cabinets, in wall recesses or on shelves. Subsection 6.2.5.Grading of Hazards Light hazard occupancy
6.2.5.2. Where the quantity of combustible material present is such that fires of moderate size may be expected, such as in mercantile occupancies, display rooms, auto showrooms, parking garages, light manufacturing, warehouses not classified as extra hazard and school shop areas, the occupancy shall be graded as ordinary hazard. Extra hazard occupancy
6.2.5.3. Where the quantity of combustible material present is such that fires of severe magnitude may be expected, such as in woodworking, auto repair, aircraft servicing, mercantile storage areas, warehouses with high-piled combustibles and processes incorporating flammable or combustible liquids, the occupancy shall be graded as extra hazard. Subsection 6.2.6.Distribution
6.2.6.1. (1) Portable extinguishers shall be provided to protect the building, each hazardous occupancy inside the building and each hazardous process or operation located outside in conformance with this Subsection. (2) Despite Sentence (1), in an unoccupied warehouse equipped with a fixed fire protection system, provision shall be made for portable extinguishers to be available for use by responding personnel. (3) The location and number of portable extinguishers required under Sentence (2) shall be approved. Building protection
6.2.6.2. Portable extinguishers that are provided to protect a building shall be suitable for fighting Class A fires and be available for use at all times. Occupancy protection
6.2.6.3. Portable extinguishers that are provided to protect a hazardous occupancy shall be those required in this Section for fighting Class A, B, C or D fires. Extinguishers for Class A fires
6.2.6.5. Where a floor area is less than that shown in Table 6.2.6.A., one portable extinguisher not less than the minimum size permitted shall be provided. TABLE 6.2.6.A. Forming part of Article 6.2.6.4.  Basic
Minimum
Extinguisher
Rating for
Area
Specified

Maximum   Travel   Distance to   Extinguisher,   m

Maximum Area to be Protected per Extinguisher for Class A Fires,    m2


 

 

Light
Hazard
Occupancy

Ordinary
Hazard
Occupancy

Extra
Hazard
Occupancy


2A 

3A
4A
6A
10A
20A
40A

25 

25
25
25
25
25
25

600 

900
1100
1100
1100
1100
1100

300 

400
600
900
1100
1100
1100

Not
Acceptable
300
400
600
900
1100
1100


Column 1

2

3

4

5 Hose stations in lieu of extinguishers
6.2.6.8. (1) Where up to 3 portable extinguishers rated for Class B fires are used to satisfy the extinguisher rating specified in Table 6.2.6.B., the sum of the basic extinguisher ratings shall satisfy the requirements in Table 6.2.6.B. (2) No more than 3 portable extinguishers shall be used to satisfy the requirements of Table 6.2.6.B. TABLE 6.2.6.B. Forming part of Article 6.2.6.7.  Grade of
Hazard

Basic Minimum
Extinguisher Rating
per Unit

Maximum Travel
Distance to
Extinguishers, m


Light

5B
10B

9
15


Ordinary

10B
20B

9
15


Extra

20B
40B

9
15


Column 1

2

3 Extinguishers for flammable and combustible liquids
6.2.6.9. (1) Portable extinguishers for Class B fires shall be provided for flammable and combustible liquid hazards when flammable or combustible liquids are stored in open containers to a depth greater than 6 mm.  (2) The portable extinguishers shall provide at least one numerical unit of extinguishing potential for Class B fires per 0.1 m2 of surface area of the largest open container within the area, but in no case shall the extinguisher rating be less than that required by Table 6.2.6.B. (3) The travel distance to a fire extinguisher required by Sentence (1) shall not exceed 15 m.
6.2.6.10. (1) Where up to 3 foam-type portable extinguishers rated for Class B fires are used to satisfy the requirements of Article 6.2.6.9., the sum of the basic extinguisher ratings shall satisfy the requirements in Table 6.2.6.B. (2) No more than 3 portable extinguishers shall be used to satisfy the requirements of Table 6.2.6.B. Supplementary protection
6.2.6.11. Portable extinguishers shall supplement fixed fire protection in Part 5 in accordance with Article 6.2.6.9. where a flammable or combustible liquid is stored in an open container and where the liquid surface area exceeds 0.4 m2. Extinguishers for commercial cooking equipment
6.2.6.12. Wet chemical or alkali based dry chemical portable extinguishers shall be provided to protect commercial cooking equipment. Extinguishers for Class C fires
6.2.6.14. Distribution of portable extinguishers for Class C fires shall conform to the applicable provisions for the distribution of extinguishers for Class A or Class B fires in the vicinity of the electrical equipment.
6.2.6.15. Reference shall be made to Parts 2, 3, 4 and 5 for requirements of portable extinguishers for flammable and combustible liquids, hazardous materials, processes and operations. Extinguishers for combustible metal fires
6.2.6.16. (1) For fires involving combustible metals, extinguishers or extinguishing agents with Class D fire ratings suitable for the combustible metal shall be provided. (2) Extinguishing equipment shall be located not more than 25 m from the Class D fire hazard. Subsection 6.2.7.Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
6.2.7.1. Maintenance and testing of portable extinguishers shall be in conformance with NFPA 10, “Portable Fire Extinguishers”. Examination
6.2.7.3. Portable extinguishers having defects shall be repaired or recharged where necessary. Tags
6.2.7.6. Portable extinguishers shall be replaced and recharged after use in conformance with instructions given on the extinguisher nameplate.
6.2.7.9. (1) Where a portable extinguisher is tested, a label shall be fixed to the extinguisher after testing that indicates the month and year the hydrostatic pressure test was performed, the test pressure used and the name of the person or agency performing the test. (2) Sentence (1) does not apply where a permanent record of the test is kept and is available to the fire department. SECTION 6.3FIRE ALARM AND VOICE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS FOR LIFE SAFETY Subsection 6.3.1.General Access
6.3.1.1. Access to fire alarm and voice communication system components requiring inspection or servicing shall be kept unobstructed.
6.3.1.2. Proprietary signalling systems shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 72D, “Installation, Maintenance and Use of Proprietary Protective Signalling Systems”.
6.3.1.3. When a fire alarm or voice communication system or any part thereof is shut down, the supervisory staff shall be notified in accordance with Section 2.8.
6.3.1.5. (1) Once activated, a fire alarm system shall not be manually silenced unless it has been confirmed by supervisory staff, in accordance with approved procedures as detailed in the fire safety plan, that no fire emergency exists. (2) Sentence (1) does not apply where a silencing switch is part of an approved integrated voice communication system and signal silencing takes place to allow fire emergency instructions to be heard. Disconnect switches
6.3.1.7. (1) Where approved, manual pull stations for a fire alarm system in a building may be relocated if there is a high incidence of false alarms in the building. (2) Where the manual pull stations are relocated, alternate approved measures shall be used to maintain the level of life safety. Repairs and alterations to fire alarm systems
6.3.1.8. Repair, replacement and alterations of fire alarm system components shall be in accordance with CAN/ULC-S524, “Installation of Fire Alarm Systems”. Subsection 6.3.2.Check, Inspect and Test
6.3.2.1. (1) The owner shall ensure that any person performing the annual tests or annual inspections required by this Subsection and any person performing repair, replacement or alterations referred to in Article 6.3.1.8. is in compliance with the requirements of (a) Clause 1.1.5.3.(1)(a), or (b) Sentence 1.1.5.3.(2). (2) The owner need not comply with the provisions of this Article until November 21, 1999. Fire alarm systems
6.3.2.2. A fire alarm system, with or without voice communication capability, shall be inspected and tested in conformance with CAN/ULC-S536, “Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems”. Central alarm and control facilities
6.3.2.5. (1) Voice communication systems that are not integrated with a fire alarm system shall be tested monthly in compliance with Sentences (2) and (3). (2) Loudspeakers described in Sentence (1) shall be tested monthly as an all-call signal to ensure they function as intended. (3) Communication from at least one remote firefighter emergency telephone location to the control unit shall be tested monthly on a rotational basis so that communication from all remote firefighter emergency telephone locations are tested at least once per year. (4) Voice communication systems are not required to be tested in conformance with Sentences (1) and (2) where the systems are regularly used as part of a paging system. Subsection 6.3.3.Smoke Alarms — Testing and Maintenance
6.3.3.1. (1) This Subsection applies to smoke alarms (a) in dwelling units, (b) in dwelling units regulated under Section 9.8, and (c) in guest suites. (2) In Clause (1)(b), “dwelling unit” means “dwelling unit” as defined in Clause 9.8.1.1.(2)(b).
6.3.3.2. (1) Smoke alarms shall be maintained in operating condition by the owner.  (2) For the purposes of Sentence (1), in rental dwelling units, including dwelling units regulated under Section 9.8, the landlord shall be deemed to be the owner.
6.3.3.3. The landlord shall provide a copy of the smoke alarm manufacturer’s maintenance instructions or approved alternative to the occupant in each rental dwelling unit, including the occupant in a dwelling unit regulated under Section 9.8.
6.3.3.4. No person shall intentionally disable a smoke alarm so as to make it inoperable.
6.3.3.5. (1) When smoke alarms are being replaced, the installation shall not reduce the level of detection required by (a) the Building Code in effect at the time of construction of the dwelling unit, or (b) municipal by-laws in effect before this Subsection came into force, whichever is applicable. SECTION 6.4STANDPIPE AND HOSE SYSTEMS Subsection 6.4.1.General
6.4.1.3. (1) Except when in use or being inspected in accordance with Sentence (2), fire department connections shall be equipped with plugs or caps that are secured wrench tight. (2) Plugs or caps shall be removed annually and the fire department connections inspected for wear, rust or obstruction and corrective action shall be taken as needed. (3) If plugs or caps are missing, the fire department connections shall be examined for obstructions, back flushed when conditions warrant and the plugs or caps replaced. Out of service requirements
6.4.1.4. When the standpipe and hose system or any part thereof is shut down, the supervisory staff shall be notified in accordance with Section 2.8. Hotels
6.4.1.5. In buildings containing a hotel, a standpipe and hose system shall not be shut down, disconnected or otherwise impaired without notifying the Chief Fire Official in accordance with a schedule identified in the approved fire safety plan.  Subsection 6.4.2.Maintenance and Inspection of Hose Stations and Equipment Hose stations
6.4.2.5. (1) Standpipe hose shall be inspected and re-racked annually and after use, and any worn hose or gaskets in the couplings at the hose valves and at the nozzle replaced. (2) When hose is re-racked as required in Sentence (1), it shall be done so that any folds will not occur at the same places. Dry standpipe identification
6.4.2.6. Each hose connection in a dry standpipe system shall be provided with a legible weatherproof sign reading: “DRY STANDPIPE FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT USE ONLY”. Hose cabinets
6.4.2.7. (1) If a fire hose station is located in a cabinet, an approved lockable, scored glass break-front cabinet may be used. (2) Hose stations in a Group ‘B’ Division 1 major occupancy may be located in secure areas, or in lockable cabinets where (a) identical keys for all cabinets are located at all guard stations, or (b) electrical remote release devices are provided and are connected to an emergency power supply. Subsection 6.4.3.Testing Standpipe systems
6.4.3.1. (1) Standpipe systems that have been modified, extended or are being restored to service after a period of disuse exceeding 1 year shall be tested in conformance with Articles 6.4.3.2. to 6.4.3.5. (2) Where standpipe connections are built in walls or partitions, the tests shall be made before the standpipes are concealed.
6.4.3.2. Standpipe system piping shall be hydrostatically tested at a pressure of not less than 1400 kPa (gauge) for 2 hr, or at 350 kPa (gauge) in excess of the normal hydrostatic pressure when the normal hydrostatic pressure is in excess of 1050 kPa (gauge). Fire department connections
6.4.3.3. Piping between the fire department connection and the check valve in the inlet pipe to the standpipe shall be tested in the same manner as the remainder of the system. Underground mains
6.4.3.4. (1) Underground mains and connections shall be tested for 2 hr at a hydrostatic pressure of 350 kPa (gauge) in excess of the maximum hydrostatic pressure in service but not less than 1400 kPa (gauge). (2) Leakage during the test shall not exceed 2 L per hour per 100 joints for pipe laid with rubber gasketted joints, and 30 mL per hour per 25 mm of pipe diameter per joint for pipe laid with caulked lead or lead substitute joints. Flow and pressure tests
6.4.3.5. Flow and pressure tests shall be conducted at the highest and most remote hose valve or hose connection to ensure that the water supply for standpipes is provided as originally designed. Dry standpipes
6.4.3.6. Standpipe system piping which normally remains dry shall be tested in conformance with Article 6.4.3.2. at intervals of not more than 5 years. Hotels
6.4.3.7. In buildings containing a hotel, flow and pressure tests shall be conducted annually at the highest and most remote hose valve or hose connection to verify that the water supply for the standpipe system is provided as originally designed. SECTION 6.5SPRINKLER SYSTEMS Subsection 6.5.1.General
6.5.1.1. Repair, replacement and alterations of sprinkler system components shall be in accordance with NFPA 13, “Installation of Sprinkler Systems”.
6.5.1.3. (1) Sprinkler control valves shall not be closed in the event of a fire until the fire is  (a) extinguished, or (b) considered by the fire department, or by an industrial fire brigade established by the owner in consultation with the fire department, to be under control by other means. Changes in equipment or occupancy
6.5.1.4. Changes in equipment or occupancy, that might result in temperatures at sprinklers being more than 38oC or less than 4oC with wet pipe systems, shall not be made without previously making provisions to alter the sprinkler system to prevent premature operation or freezing. Obstructions
6.5.1.6. (1) Where alterations or repairs are made to feed mains, cross mains, or risers in sprinkler systems, the systems shall be tested in conformance with Sentences (2) to (8). (2) Except as permitted in Sentence (4), the sprinkler system shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test of a minimum of 1400 kPa (gauge), or 350 kPa (gauge) in excess of the maximum static pressure to which the system may be subjected, for a period of 2 hr without loss of pressure. Dry-pipe system testing (3) For dry-pipe systems, the clapper of the differential type dry-pipe valve shall be held off its seat, and the ball drip in the intermediate chamber shall be replaced by a plug during the test. Air testing (4) At seasons of the year that will not permit hydrostatic pressure testing, the sprinkler system shall be pressure tested with air at 350 kPa (gauge) for 2 hr without loss of pressure, and the tests described in Sentence (2) performed when hydrostatic pressure testing can be performed without danger of freezing. (5) Sprinkler system water supply pressure shall be tested with the main drain valve fully open to ensure that there are no obstructions in the water supply piping to the sprinkler system. (6) Drainage facilities shall be tested to ensure that the drains are capable of taking the full flow from the main drain pipe without overflowing. Dry-pipe valve testing (7) Dry-pipe valves shall be tested to ensure that they are in operating condition. Alarm testing (8) Mechanical and electrical alarms shall be tested to ensure that they are in operating condition. Testing of underground mains
6.5.1.7. (1) When alterations or additions are made to underground mains and lead-in connections of a sprinkler system, the mains and lead-in connections shall be tested by (a) flushing for sufficient time to remove foreign material at a minimum water flow as specified in Table 6.5.1.A., and (b) a 2 hr hydrostatic pressure test of 350 kPa (gauge) in excess of the maximum static pressure, but not less than 1400 kPa (gauge) and leakage shall not exceed 2 L per hour per 100 joints for pipe laid with rubber gasketted joints, and 30 mL per hour per 25 mm of pipe diameter per joint for pipe laid with caulked lead or lead substitute joints. TABLE 6.5.1.A. Forming part of Article 6.5.1.7.  Size of Pipe, mm

Minimum Flow, L/min


100

1500


150

3250


200

5800


250

9000


300

13000


Column 1

Column 2 (2) At seasons of the year that will not permit hydrostatic pressure testing, the procedure outlined in Sentence 6.5.1.6.(4) may be followed. Records
6.5.1.8. (1) An approved record shall be kept of inspections of each system. (2) The record required in Sentence (1) shall be available for examination by the Chief Fire Official. Subsection 6.5.2.Sprinkler System Shutdowns Notification
6.5.2.1. When any alterations, additions or repairs are to be made involving interruption to a sprinkler system or part thereof, the Chief Fire Official shall be notified.
6.5.2.2. (1) Sprinkler control valves and sprinkler water supplies shall not be shut down, disconnected or otherwise impaired for more than 24 hours without notifying the Chief Fire Official. (2) In buildings containing a hotel, sprinkler control valves and sprinkler water supplies shall not be shut down, disconnected or otherwise impaired (a) for 24 hours or less without notifying the Chief Fire Official in accordance with a schedule identified in the approved fire safety plan, or (b) for more than 24 hours without notifying the Chief Fire Official.
6.5.2.4. When a sprinkler system or part thereof is shut down, the supervisory staff shall be notified in accordance with Section 2.8. Additional protection during shutdowns
6.5.2.6. Closed sprinkler control valves shall be tagged or identified in an approved manner. Subsection 6.5.3.Checking Sprinkler control valves
6.5.3.1. Valves, except for electrically supervised valves, controlling water supplies to sprinklers and alarm connections shall be checked weekly to ensure that they are in the open position.
6.5.3.2. Exposed sprinkler piping hangers shall be checked yearly to ensure that they are kept in good repair. Pressure maintenance
6.5.3.3. Water supply pressure and system air or water pressure shall be checked weekly by using gauges to ensure that the system is maintained at the required operating pressure.
6.5.3.4. Dry-pipe valve rooms or enclosures in unheated buildings shall be checked as often as necessary when the outside temperature falls below 0oC to ensure that the system does not freeze. Sprinkler inspection
6.5.3.5. Sprinkler heads shall be checked at least once per year to ensure that they are free from damage, corrosion, grease, dust, paint or whitewash. Subsection 6.5.4.Inspection Winter damage
6.5.4.4. (1) Except when in use or being inspected in accordance with Sentence (2), fire department connections shall be equipped with plugs or caps that are secured wrench tight. (2) Plugs or caps shall be removed annually and the fire department connections inspected for wear, rust or obstruction and corrective action shall be taken as needed. (3) If plugs or caps are missing, the fire department connections shall be examined for obstructions, back flushed when conditions warrant and the plugs or caps replaced. Subsection 6.5.5.Testing Notification
6.5.5.1. Prior notification of waterflow or other tests to be made to a sprinkler system shall be given to parties who could be affected by an alarm. Alarm testing
6.5.5.2. (1) Except as provided in Article 6.5.5.7., the alarm on all sprinkler systems shall be tested monthly by flowing water through the test connection located at the sprinkler valve. (2) An alarm line subject to freezing shall be cleared of all obstructions susceptible to freezing after the test specified in Sentence (1). Waterflow alarm tests
6.5.5.3. Waterflow alarm tests using the most hydraulically remote test connection shall be performed annually on wet sprinkler systems. Trip testing valves
6.5.5.4. (1) Dry-pipe valves shall be trip tested by means of the inspector’s test valve in accordance with Sentences (2) and (3) to ensure that they operate satisfactorily and that the sprinkler alarms are in operating condition. (2) Dry-pipe valves shall be trip tested annually. (3) During the test referred to in Sentence (2), the control valve is not required to be in the fully open position. (4) Dry-pipe valves shall be trip tested at least once every 3 years with the control valve fully open. (5) The trip time for the tests described in Sentences (2) and (4) may exceed the acceptance trip time by not more than 10 per cent. Water supply
6.5.5.7. (1) Where an electrical supervisory signal service is provided for a sprinkler system, it shall be tested by operating the supervisory signal devices in conformance with Sentences (2) and (3). (2) Transmitters and waterflow actuated devices shall be tested every 2 months. (3) Valve supervisory switches, tank water level devices, building and tank water temperature supervisory devices and other sprinkler system supervisory devices shall be tested at least every 6 months. Subsection 6.5.6.Maintenance Sprinkler guards
6.5.6.1. Sprinklers shall be protected by sprinkler guards where there is the possibility of mechanical damage.
6.5.6.2. Sprinkler control valves shall be accessible and maintained in operable condition at all times.
6.5.6.5. (1) Where sprinkler systems are installed, a supply of spare sprinkler heads and equipment shall be maintained in conformance with Sentences (2) to (5). (2) Spare sprinkler heads shall be kept in a cabinet where the temperature does not exceed 38oC. (3) The minimum stock of spare sprinkler heads to be kept on hand shall be (a) 6 sprinkler heads for installations containing not more than 300 sprinklers, (b) 12 sprinkler heads for installations containing from 301 to 1000 sprinklers, and (c) 24 sprinkler heads for installations containing more than 1000 sprinklers. (4) Spare sprinkler heads shall correspond to the types and temperature ratings of the sprinklers installed on the system. Sprinkler wrench (5) A wrench suitable for replacing sprinkler heads shall be kept in the cabinet where the spare sprinkler heads are stored. Protection for combustible sprinkler piping
6.5.6.6. Protection for combustible sprinkler piping required by the Building Code shall be maintained. SECTION 6.6WATER SUPPLIES FOR FIRE PROTECTION Subsection 6.6.1.General
6.6.1.2. Valves controlling water supplies used exclusively for fire protection systems shall be inspected weekly to ensure that they are wide open and are sealed or locked in that position. Ice accumulations
6.6.1.4. Where antifreeze solutions are used to maintain pumping systems operable under freezing conditions, the specific gravity shall be such that the solution will remain unfrozen at a temperature of 8oC below the expected minimum temperature of the surrounding atmosphere. Subsection 6.6.2.Tanks Tank inspections
6.6.2.1. An annual inspection shall be made of tanks for fire protection, tank supporting structures and water supply systems including piping, control valves, check valves, heating systems, mercury gauges and expansion joints to ensure that they are in operating condition. Tank heating equipment