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6.6.2.4. A daily check of the temperature of the tank enclosure for tanks in buildings shall be carried out during freezing weather to ensure that the temperature of the tank enclosure does not fall below 0oC. Check for corrosion
6.6.2.5. Steel and iron work including the inside and outside of steel tanks and hoops and grillages for wooden tanks shall be checked for corrosion at intervals not exceeding 2 years and scraped and repainted as required. Inspection for sediment
6.6.2.6. (1) Tanks, other than tanks supplied by a potable water supply, shall be inspected for accumulations of sediment at least every 2 years and cleaned as required. (2) Tanks supplied by a potable water supply shall be inspected every 5 years and scraped and repainted as required. Inspection of cathodic protection
6.6.2.9. Gravity tanks shall be inspected annually to ensure that the tank roof is tight and in good repair, that hatches or doors are kept closed and properly secured and that the frostproof casing of the tank riser makes a tight joint with the bottom of the tank.
6.6.2.12. (1) Pressure tanks shall be checked weekly during which the water level shall be observed and the air pressure shall be read. (2) Corrective action shall be taken immediately if the observed water level or air pressure are outside the designed operating range for the tank.
6.6.2.13. Relief valves on the air and water supply lines of pressure tanks shall be inspected weekly. Subsection 6.6.3.Fire Pumps and Reservoirs Fire pump reservoirs
6.6.3.5. Fire pumps shall be tested annually at full rated capacity to ensure that they are capable of delivering the rated flow. Hotels
6.6.3.6. In buildings containing a hotel, the intervals referred to in Articles 6.6.3.3. and 6.6.3.4. are permitted to be once per month. Subsection 6.6.4.Hydrants Hydrants
6.6.4.3. Hydrants shall be readily available and unobstructed for use at all times. Subsection 6.6.5.Inspection of Hydrants
6.6.5.2. (1) Except when in use or being inspected in accordance with Sentence (2), hydrants shall be equipped with port caps that are secured wrench tight. (2) The port caps shall be removed and the connections inspected for wear, rust or obstructions that in any way hamper easy removal and corrective action shall be taken as needed. (3) If the caps are missing, the hydrant shall be examined for obstructions or accumulated refuse and flushed in accordance with Article 6.6.5.7. and the port caps shall be re-installed.
6.6.5.8. A record of the hydrant operation as described in Article 6.6.5.7. shall be kept in conformance with Article 1.1.2.1. Subsection 6.6.6.Uniform Marking of Hydrants Hydrant marking
6.6.6.1. Hydrants shall be colour-coded in accordance with NFPA 291, “Fire Flow Testing and Marking of Hydrants”. SECTION 6.7EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEMS Subsection 6.7.1.General
6.7.1.1. (1) Except as provided in Articles 6.7.1.2. to 6.7.1.5., emergency power systems shall be inspected, tested and maintained in conformance with CSA-C282, “Emergency Electrical Power Supply for Buildings”. (2) When an emergency power system or any part thereof is shut down, the supervisory staff shall be notified in accordance with Section 2.8. Instructions for switching and starting
6.7.1.3. Despite the requirements of Article 1.1.2.1., written records shall be maintained as required in CSA-C282, “Emergency Electrical Power Supply for Buildings”. Fuel supply
6.7.1.4. The amount of fuel stored and connected to the emergency power system shall be sufficient to operate the engine for at least 2 hr.
6.7.1.5. (1) Liquid fuel tanks shall be drained and refilled with a fresh supply at least once a year. (2) The requirements of Sentence (1) may be achieved by replenishment as the result of the normal weekly test program required in Article 6.7.1.1. SECTION 6.8SPECIAL EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Subsection 6.8.1.General Inspection and maintenance
6.8.1.1. (1) Except as otherwise provided in this Section, where special extinguishing systems have been installed, inspection and maintenance shall be provided in conformance with the appropriate standards listed in Clauses (a) to (j): (a) NFPA 11, “Low-Expansion Foam”, (b) NFPA 11A, “Medium-and High-Expansion Foam Systems”, (c) NFPA 12, “Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems”, (d) NFPA 12A, “Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems”, (e) NFPA 12B, “Halon 1211 Fire Extinguishing Systems”, (f) NFPA 15, “Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection”, (g) NFPA 16, “Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray Systems”, (h) NFPA 17, “Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems”, (i) NFPA 17A, “Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems”, or (j) NFPA 18, “Wetting Agents”. (2) When a special extinguishing system or any part thereof is shut down, the supervisory staff shall be notified in accordance with Section 2.8. Test records
6.8.1.2. Written records shall be kept of inspections, maintenance and testing in conformance with Article 1.1.2.1. Operating and maintenance instructions
6.8.1.3. Operating and maintenance instructions shall be posted in proximity to the equipment and located near manual controls when the controls are provided. Valves and controls
6.8.1.4. Valves and controls shall be marked to clearly indicate their function and be accessible at all times. Container maintenance
6.8.1.5. Extinguishing agent containers provided for special extinguishing systems shall be fully charged with the proper quantity of extinguishing agent and the necessary operating pressure maintained. Discharge outlets
6.8.1.6. Discharge outlets for special extinguishing systems shall be kept free of dirt and residue. Piping
6.8.1.7. Piping and equipment shall be mechanically secure and accessible for cleaning and maintenance. Replacement equipment
6.8.1.8. No replacement equipment and devices provided for special extinguishing systems shall be used unless suitable for the installation in which they are to be placed. O. Reg. 388/97, Part 6; O. Reg. 398/98, s. 2; O. Reg. 475/00, s. 32; O. Reg. 144/06, ss. 12-16. PART 7   INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE EMERGENCY SYSTEMS IN HIGH BUILDINGS TABLE OF CONTENTS  SECTION 7.1

GENERAL


Subsection 7.1.1.

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SECTION 7.2

INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE


Subsection 7.2.1.

Intervals Between Tests


Subsection 7.2.2.

Elevators


Subsection 7.2.3.

Venting to Aid Fire Fighting


Subsection 7.2.4.

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SECTION 7.3

INSPECTIONS AND TESTS FOR SMOKE CONTROL EQUIPMENT


Subsection 7.3.1.

General SECTION 7.1GENERAL Subsection 7.1.1.General Application
7.1.1.1. This Part provides for the checking, inspection, testing and maintenance of fire emergency systems installed in high buildings as defined in Subsection 3.2.6. of the Building Code. Fire safety plan
7.1.1.2. A fire safety plan as described in Section 2.8 shall be maintained for every building subject to this Section.
7.1.1.3. RESERVED Testing fire emergency systems
7.1.1.4. Fire emergency systems required by Subsection 3.2.6. of the Building Code shall be tested in conformance with Sections 7.2 and 7.3.
7.1.1.5. RESERVED Maintenance of fire emergency systems
7.1.1.6. (1) In addition to the requirements of Part 6, components of fire emergency systems shall be maintained in conformance with Sentences (2) to (6). (2) The keys required to recall elevators and to permit independent operation of each elevator shall be kept in the location required by Subsection 3.2.6. of the Building Code. (3) The required firefighters’ elevator symbol shall be maintained in identifiable condition. (4) Access to windows and panels required to vent floor areas and vents to vestibules permitted to be manually openable shall be kept free of obstructions. (5) Windows and panels provided for venting floor areas shall be maintained so as to be openable without the use of keys. (6) Vents to vestibules permitted to be manually openable shall be maintained in an operable condition. SECTION 7.2INSPECTION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE Subsection 7.2.1.Intervals Between Tests
7.2.1.1. Unless otherwise specifically prescribed in this Part, tests shall be carried out at intervals of not more than 3 months.
7.2.1.2. Firefighters’ elevators required in Subsection 3.2.6. of the Building Code and Sections 9.4 and 9.6 of this Code and elevators referred to in Clause 2.8.2.3.(1)(b) of this Code shall be maintained in operable condition. Subsection 7.2.2.Elevators Testing
7.2.2.1. (1) Elevator door-opening devices operated by means of photo-electric cells shall be tested to ensure that the devices become inoperative after the door has been held open for more than 20 s with the photo-electric cell covered. (2) Key-operated switches located outside an elevator shaft shall be tested to ensure that actuation of the switch will render the emergency stop switch in each car inoperative and bring all cars to the street floor or transfer lobby by cancelling all other calls after the car has stopped at the next floor at which it can make a normal stop. (3) Key-operated switches in each elevator car shall be tested to ensure that actuation of the switch will (a) enable the elevator to operate independently of other elevators, (b) allow operation of the elevator without interference from floor call buttons, (c) render door protective devices inoperative, and (d) control the opening of power-operated doors only by continuous pressure on the door opening buttons or switches, to ensure that if the “OPEN” button or switch is released while the door is opening, the doors will automatically close. Subsection 7.2.3.Venting to Aid Fire Fighting Inspection
7.2.3.1. (1) Closures in vent openings into smoke shafts from each floor area shall be inspected sequentially over a period not to exceed 5 years. (2) Every closure in an opening to the outdoors at the top of a smoke shaft shall be inspected annually to ensure that it will open (a) manually from outside the building, (b) on a signal from the smoke or heat actuated device in the smoke shaft, and (c) when a closure in an opening between a floor area and the smoke shaft opens. (3) In addition to the procedures described in Sentences (1) and (2), elevators in an elevator shaft that is intended for use as a smoke shaft shall be inspected semi-annually to ensure that on activation of the fire alarm system they will return to the street floor and remain inoperative. (4) Controls for air-handling systems used for venting in the event of a fire shall be inspected annually to ensure that air is exhausted from each floor area to the outdoors as required in Sentence 3.2.6.10.(2) of the Building Code. Subsection 7.2.4.Central Alarm and Control Facilities and Voice Communication Systems for Life Safety
7.2.4.1. The checking, inspecting and testing of central alarm and control facilities and voice communication systems for life safety shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of Section 6.3. SECTION 7.3INSPECTIONS AND TESTS FOR SMOKE CONTROL EQUIPMENT Subsection 7.3.1.General
7.3.1.1. Smoke control equipment provided in buildings under the Building Code shall be maintained in a manner to ensure that they are fully operational.
7.3.1.2. Where smoke control measures contained in the Supplement to the National Building Code of Canada 1995, Chapter 3, “Measures for Fire Safety in High Buildings”, are used, the inspections and tests shall be carried out as outlined in Section 7.3 of the National Fire Code of Canada 1995.
7.3.1.3. Where a smoke control system is designed to meet the requirements of Sentences 3.2.6.2.(2), (3) and (4) of the Building Code, the inspections and tests for equipment shall be carried out in accordance with procedures established by the designer of the system. O. Reg. 388/97, Part 7. PART 8   DEMOLITION TABLE OF CONTENTS  SECTION 8.1

GENERAL


Subsection 8.1.1.

Application


Subsection 8.1.2.

Requirements SECTION 8.1GENERAL Subsection 8.1.1.Application Application
8.1.1.1. This Part applies to the prevention or control of fire during any demolition and the protection from fire of adjacent occupied spaces and adjoining properties. Subsection 8.1.2.Requirements Building services
8.1.2.1. Existing building services that may be affected by demolition so as to cause a fire hazard shall be protected or be shut off and capped. Firewatch
8.1.2.2. (1) During periods when demolition operations will create a fire hazard to neighbouring properties or partially occupied spaces, a firewatch shall be provided. (2) Where a firewatch is required, the demolition site shall be toured at least once each hour. (3) The firewatch personnel shall be provided with a means of communication with the fire department, and be equipped with portable illumination and protective equipment. (4) Prior to commencement of demolition, a plan conforming to Sentence (5) shall be prepared and implemented for the demolition site. (5) The plan required by Sentence (4) shall include (a) the designation and organization of site personnel to carry out fire safety duties, including firewatch if applicable, (b) the emergency procedures to be used in case of fire, including (i) sounding the alarm throughout the building, (ii) notifying the fire department, and (iii) instructing site personnel on procedures to be followed when the fire alarm sounds, (c) the control of fire hazards in and around the building, and (d) the maintenance of fire fighting facilities. Storage of combustible salvage
8.1.2.3. (1) Combustible salvage, combustible waste material and rubbish shall not be permitted to accumulate on site in such quantity or such location as to cause a fire hazard. (2) Where temporary chutes are installed on the exterior of a building they shall (a) be of noncombustible material, or (b) be installed a distance of at least 3 m from any opening in the building face. Removal of combustible waste
8.1.2.4. Rubbish shall not be burned on the premises unless permitted in accordance with Article 2.6.3.4. Welding and cutting
8.1.2.5. Electric or gas welding and cutting equipment and the installation, operation and maintenance of electric or gas welding and cutting equipment shall be carried out in conformance with the requirements of Section 5.17. Standpipe systems
8.1.2.6. (1) During the demolition of any building with a standpipe system, the standpipe system complete with fire department connections, valves, couplings and hose, shall be maintained two floors below the level of the floor being demolished. (2) Where no fire department standpipe connections exist in buildings 4 storeys or more in building height in buildings underdemolition, a temporary connection shall be provided. (3) In buildings not equipped with a standpipe system and over 8 storeys in building height, a temporary standpipe shall be provided. (4) Standpipe systems shall be kept in such condition that they may be connected near street level, to a fire department pump, so as to supply water to every outlet on each floor. (5) In buildings over 84 m in height, primary water supplies serving standpipe systems, including fire pumps, shall be maintained in operating condition in buildings under demolition.
8.1.2.7. (1) Fire fighting access routes shall be maintained in conformance with Section 2.5. (2) Elevating devices shall be accessible for the use of firefighters for buildings more than 36 m in building height, measured between grade and the floor level of the top storey. Portable extinguishers
8.1.2.8. (1) Portable extinguishers shall be provided in buildings under demolition in conformance with Subsection 6.2.6. as if the building were graded for ordinary hazard under Subsection 6.2.5. (2) Portable extinguishers required under Sentence (1) shall be maintained in conformance with Section 6.2. O. Reg. 388/97, Part 8. PART 9    RETROFIT TABLE OF CONTENTS  SECTION 9.1

GENERAL


Subsection 9.1.1.

Scope


Subsection 9.1.2.

Application


Subsection 9.1.3.

Schedule of Compliance


Subsection 9.1.4.

Life Safety Study


 

 


SECTION 9.2

ASSEMBLY OCCUPANCIES


Subsection 9.2.1.

Application 


Subsection 9.2.2.

Containment


Subsection 9.2.3.

Means of Egress


Subsection 9.2.4.

Fire Alarm and Detection


Subsection 9.2.5.

Suppression


 

 


SECTION 9.3

BOARDING, LODGING AND ROOMING HOUSES


Subsection 9.3.1.

Application 


Subsection 9.3.2.

Containment


Subsection 9.3.3.

Means of Egress


Subsection 9.3.4.

Fire Alarm and Detection


Subsection 9.3.5.

Suppression


 

 


SECTION 9.4

HEALTH CARE FACILITIES


Subsection 9.4.1.

Application 


Subsection 9.4.2.

Containment


Subsection 9.4.3.

Means of Egress


Subsection 9.4.4.

Fire Alarm and Detection


Subsection 9.4.5.

Suppression


 

 


SECTION 9.5

BUILDINGS UP TO AND INCLUDING SIX STOREYS IN BUILDING HEIGHT WITH RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCIES


Subsection 9.5.1.

Application


Subsection 9.5.2.

Containment


Subsection 9.5.3.

Means of Egress


Subsection 9.5.4.

Fire Alarm and Detection


Subsection 9.5.5.

Suppression


 

 


SECTION 9.6

BUILDINGS HIGHER THAN SIX STOREYS IN BUILDING HEIGHT WITH RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCIES


Subsection 9.6.1.

Application


Subsection 9.6.2.

Containment


Subsection 9.6.3.

Means of Egress


Subsection 9.6.4.

Fire Alarm and Detection


Subsection 9.6.5.

Suppression


 

 


SECTION 9.7

RESERVED


 

 


SECTION 9.8

TWO UNIT RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCIES


Subsection 9.8.1.

Application 


Subsection 9.8.2.

Containment


Subsection 9.8.3.

Means of Egress


Subsection 9.8.4.

Fire Alarm and Detection


Subsection 9.8.5.

Suppression


Subsection 9.8.6.

Electrical


 

 


SECTION 9.9

HOTELS


Subsection 9.9.1.

Application


Subsection 9.9.2.

Containment


Subsection 9.9.3.

Means of Egress


Subsection 9.9.4.

Fire Alarm and Detection


Subsection 9.9.5.

Suppression SECTION 9.1GENERAL Subsection 9.1.1.Scope Scope
9.1.1.1. (1) This Part provides for the upgrading of existing buildings. (2) For the purposes of this Part, the term “existing” is defined in each Section. Subsection 9.1.2.Application Application
9.1.2.1. The requirements for buildings that are covered by this Part shall be determined by their occupancies as regulated in the appropriate Sections herein.
9.1.2.2. (1) Except for Section 9.9, this Part does not apply to buildings or parts thereof that satisfy the requirements of the Building Code. (2) Section 9.9 does not apply to buildings or parts thereof that satisfy the requirements of the Building Code as it read on or after July 1, 1993.
9.1.2.3. (1) The requirements of this Part shall be satisfied (a) under Subsection 9.1.3., or (b) by implementing an approved Life Safety Study in accordance with Subsection 9.1.4.
9.1.2.4. A requirement of this Part shall be deemed to be complied with if materials, equipment or systems are approved that, in the opinion of the Chief Fire Official, will provide protection for life safety similar to the protection provided by compliance with the requirement. Subsection 9.1.3.Schedule of Compliance Compliance time
9.1.3.1. (1) Except as permitted in Article 9.1.3.2., it is the responsibility of the owner to comply with the requirements of Section 9.9, except as permitted in Sentences (2), (3) and (4), as of January 1, 2007.  (2) In a hotel establishment constructed after August 31, 1971, or in an addition to a hotel establishment constructed after August 31, 1971, it is the responsibility of the owner to comply with the requirements of (a) Article 9.9.1.2., as of January 1, 2008, (b) Sentence 9.9.2.12.(5) and Article 9.9.4.13., as of July 1, 2008, (c) Sentences 9.9.2.8.(2), 9.9.2.14.(3) and (4) and 9.9.3.3.(2), (3) and (5), Clauses 9.9.4.2.(2)(b) and (c) and Sentence 9.9.4.2.(4), as of January 1, 2010, and (d) Article 9.9.2.9., Sentences 9.9.2.10.(7) and (8), Article 9.9.2.13., Sentences 9.9.2.15.(3) and 9.9.3.2.(3) and Articles 9.9.4.14., 9.9.5.1., 9.9.5.3. and 9.9.5.5, as of January 1, 2012. (3) In a hotel establishment constructed after August 31, 1971, or in an addition to a hotel establishment constructed after August 31, 1971, it is the responsibility of the owner to comply with the requirements of Sentence 9.9.2.8.(1) with respect to self-closing devices on doors as of January 1, 2010. (4) In a hotel establishment constructed prior to September 1, 1971, or in an addition to a hotel establishment constructed prior to September 1, 1971, it is the responsibility of the owner to comply with the requirements of (a) Article 9.9.1.2., as of January 1, 2008, (b) Sentence 9.9.2.12.(5) and Article 9.9.4.13., as of July 1, 2008, (c) Article 9.9.2.6., Sentences 9.9.2.8.(1) and (2), 9.9.2.14.(3) and (4) and 9.9.3.3.(2), (3), (5) and (6), Article 9.9.3.5., Sentences 9.9.3.6.(2) and 9.9.3.7.(1), Clauses 9.9.4.2.(2)(b) and (c) and Sentence 9.9.4.2.(4), as of January 1, 2010, and (d) Sentence 9.9.2.1.(6), Articles 9.9.2.2. to 9.9.2.5., 9.9.2.7. and 9.9.2.9., Sentences 9.9.2.10.(7) and (8), Article 9.9.2.13., Sentences 9.9.2.15.(3), 9.9.3.2.(2) and (3) and Articles 9.9.4.14., 9.9.5.1., 9.9.5.2., 9.9.5.3. and 9.9.5.5, as of January 1, 2012. (5) Sections 9.2, 9.3, 9.4, 9.5, 9.6 and 9.8 do not apply to buildings with respect to which the Chief Fire Official has granted an exemption under a predecessor to this Regulation for so long as the exemption is valid. Extension of time
9.1.3.2. If compliance is not possible by the date required under Article 9.1.3.1. because of a strike, material shortage or other circumstances beyond an owner’s control, the Chief Fire Official may grant an extension of the time for compliance. Subsection 9.1.4.Life Safety Study Life Safety Study
9.1.4.1. (1) A Life Safety Study is a proposal to the Chief Fire Official that consists of (a) a detailed assessment of the life safety performance requirements, clearly identifying items not meeting the requirements of this Part, (b) a detailed description of how an acceptable level of life safety can be achieved, and (c) a detailed time schedule to implement the provisions of Clause (b). Contents
9.1.4.2. (1) A Life Safety Study shall deal with, but is not limited to, (a) containment, including (i) fire separations, (ii) firewalls, (iii) construction assemblies, (iv) occupancy separations, and (v) interior finishes, (b) detection, including (i) alarm and detection systems, and (ii) voice communication systems, (c) suppression, including (i) fire department access, (ii) standpipe and hose systems, (iii) sprinkler or special extinguishing systems, and (iv) firefighters’ elevators, and (d) egress, including (i) the number, type, access to, direction to, lighting for and identification of exits, (ii) fire escapes, (iii) occupant load, and (iv) emergency lighting. Signature and seal
9.1.4.3. A Life Safety Study shall bear the signature and seal of a Professional Engineer or Architect, or both. Time schedule
9.1.4.6. (1) Where an owner or the owner’s agent has received an Order that requires compliance with this Part, the owner or the owner’s agent may apply within five days of receipt of the Order to the Chief Fire Official to extend the time for compliance pending submission of a Life Safety Study. Review (2) Upon receipt of the application referred to in Sentence (1), the Chief Fire Official shall, within ten days, review the application and either grant or refuse an extension of the time for compliance to permit submission of a Life Safety Study. (3) The Chief Fire Official shall notify the owner or the owner’s agent of the Chief Fire Official’s decision in writing. Notification (4) Notification shall be served either personally or by ordinary mail. (5) Where notification is by mail, it shall be deemed to have been served on the fifth day after the date of mailing. Written reasons (6) An owner or the owner’s agent, within five days of being notified of a refusal to grant an extension of the time to submit a Life Safety Study, may request the reasons therefor in writing. (7) The Chief Fire Official shall comply with the request referred to in Sentence (6) within ten days after receipt thereof. Appeal (8) An owner or the owner’s agent who feels aggrieved by a decision to refuse an extension of time to submit a Life Safety Study may, within thirty days of the refusal, appeal the refusal in the same manner as though it were an Order. Review
9.1.4.7. (1) Despite any other Order that requires compliance with this Part, the Chief Fire Official shall, within thirty days after receiving a Life Safety Study, review the Life Safety Study for implementation. Notification (2) Where a Life Safety Study is approved for implementation, the Chief Fire Official shall notify the owner or the owner’s agent of the decision in writing. Rejection (3) Where a Life Safety Study is not approved, the Chief Fire Official shall advise the owner or the owner’s agent of the decision and the reasons therefor in writing. (4) Notification shall be served either personally or by ordinary mail. (5) Where notification is by mail, it shall be deemed to have been served on the fifth day after the date of mailing. Appeal (6) An owner or the owner’s agent who feels aggrieved by a decision not to approve a Life Safety Study may, within thirty days of the refusal, appeal the decision in the same manner as though it were an Order. (7) Despite any other provision of this Part, a Life Safety Study that has been approved and implemented shall be deemed to satisfy an Order requiring compliance with this Part and made with respect to the same premises before the Life Safety Study was accepted. Record
9.1.4.8. A copy of an approved Life Safety Study shall be kept on the premises to which it relates and be made available to the Chief Fire Official upon request. SECTION 9.2ASSEMBLY OCCUPANCIES Subsection 9.2.1.Application Assembly occupancies
9.2.1.1. (1) This Section applies to (a) art galleries, (b) auditoria, (c) beverage establishments, (d) bingo halls, (e) clubs, (f) community halls, (g) dance halls, (h) enclosed arenas, (i) exhibition halls, (j) gymnasia, (k) halls in religious establishments (excluding areas of worship), (l) lecture halls, (m) lodge rooms, (n) movie theatres, (o) museums, (p) opera houses, (q) restaurants, (r) television studios, and (s) theatres. (2) For the purposes of this Section, (a) “1986 Building Code” means Ontario Regulation 419/86, as it read on February 11, 1987, and (b) “existing” means in existence on February 11, 1987. Exceptions
9.2.1.2. This Section does not apply to assembly occupancies in buildings that are regulated by or under the Education Act or the Ministry of Colleges and Universities Act.
9.2.1.3. This Section does not apply to a building or part of a building regulated by Section 9.9. Subsection 9.2.2.Containment Fire separations between major occupancies
9.2.2.1. (1) Fire separations shall be provided between assembly occupancies described in Subsection 9.2.1. and other major occupancies in compliance with Article 3.1.3.2. of the 1986 Building Code. (2) Where a building is sprinklered and the sprinkler system complies with Article 9.2.5.2. or where a detection system is provided and connected to the building fire alarm system, and Sentence (1) requires (a) a 2-hr fire separation, a 1-hr fire separation shall be deemed to be in compliance, or (b) a 1-hr fire separation, a ½-hr fire separation shall be deemed to be in compliance. Protection of openings in fire separations
9.2.2.2. (1) Closures that are in compliance with Sentences 3.1.6.4.(2) and 3.1.6.7.(1) of the 1986 Building Code shall be provided in fire separations. (2) Where Sentence (1) requires (a) a 1-hr or a 45-min fire-protection rating, existing hollow metal or kalamein doors, with or without wired glass and equipped with self-closing devices, and existing hollow metal frames shall be deemed to be in compliance, (b) a 1-hr or a 45-min fire-protection rating, existing wired glass screens set in fixed steel frames shall be deemed to be in compliance, or (c) a 20-min fire-protection rating, existing 45 mm solid core wood doors and existing solid wood frames shall be deemed to be in compliance. (3) Despite the requirements referred to in Sentence (1), fire dampers or fire-stop flaps are not required to be installed in existing noncombustible ducts at penetrations of a fire separation. Fire separations for hazardous areas
9.2.2.3. (1) In high buildings classified in the 1986 Building Code under Subsection 3.2.6., fire separations that are in compliance with Subsection 3.5.2. of the 1986 Building Code shall be provided between service rooms and assembly occupancies. (2) In buildings not referred to in Sentence (1), fire separations that are in compliance with Subsection 3.5.2. of the 1986 Building Code shall be provided between service rooms and assembly occupancies. (3) A ½-hr fire separation shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (2) where (a) the service room is sprinklered, or (b) a detection system is provided and connected to the building fire alarm system. (4) Fire separations shall be provided between theatrical stages and assembly occupancies in compliance with Sentences 3.3.2.14.(3) to (5) of the 1986 Building Code. (5) Despite Sentence (4), existing fire separations may be approved. Interior finishes
9.2.2.4. (1) Interior finishes shall comply with the flame-spread rating requirements under Clauses 3.1.4.5.(3)(g) and (h) and Subsection 3.1.11. of the 1986 Building Code.  (2) Where (a) the finish is not an exposed expanded plastic, the assembly area is sprinklered and the sprinkler system complies with Article 9.2.5.2., the existing interior finish shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1), or (b) the finish is treated with a fire retardant surface coating listed by a recognized testing laboratory and applied in accordance with the listing conditions, the finish shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). (3) Despite Sentence (1), existing interior finishes may be approved. Subsection 9.2.3.Means of Egress Occupant load determination
9.2.3.2. (1) Where the occupant load of a room exceeds 60 persons, at least two egress doorways shall be provided in such a manner that one doorway can provide egress if the other doorway becomes inaccessible to the occupants. (2) An existing room with one doorway shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1) where (a) the occupant load does not exceed 100 persons, (b) the floor area is sprinklered and the sprinkler system complies with Article 9.2.5.2., and (c) the travel distance does not exceed 23 m. Access to exits
9.2.3.3. (1) Access to exits shall comply with Article 3.3.2.7. of the 1986 Building Code. Dead end corridors (2) Existing access to exits through dead end corridors shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1) where (a) the occupant load does not exceed 20 persons, and (b) the travel distance does not exceed 6 m plus the width of the dead end corridor to a point where a choice of two directions of exit travel are available. Minimum number of exits
9.2.3.4. (1) Each floor area shall be served by at least two exits. (2) Despite Sentence (1), floor areas in buildings not exceeding 2 storeys in building height may be served by one exit where (a) the occupant load for the floor area does not exceed 60 persons, (b) the floor area does not exceed 200 m2, and (c) the travel distance from any point on the floor area does not exceed 15 m. Door swing
9.2.3.6. (1) The minimum number of exits from a floor area shall be provided as follows: (a) occupant load of 61 up to and including 600 persons, not less than 2 exits, (b) occupant load of 601 up to and including 1000 persons, not less than 3 exits, or (c) occupant load of more than 1000 persons, not less than 4 exits. Total width
9.2.3.7. (1) The aggregate required width of exits shall be determined by multiplying the occupant load of the area served by (a) 6.1 mm (1/4 in) per person for ramps with a gradient of not more than 1 in 8, doorways, corridors and passageways, or (b) 9.2 mm (3/8 in) per person for ramps with a gradient of more than 1 in 8 and stairs.
9.2.3.9. Where the total number of exits and the total width of exits comply with Articles 9.2.3.6. and 9.2.3.7., existing corridor and stair widths shall be deemed to be in compliance with Article 9.2.3.8. Fire escapes permitted
9.2.3.14. In buildings over 2 storeys in building height, any part of an exit ramp or stair that continues past the exit door at ground level to a basement or cellar shall be clearly marked by a sign indicating that it does not lead to an exit. Separation of exits
9.2.3.15. (1) Where an exit stairway, an escalator or a moving walkway serves as a required exit, it shall be separated from the remainder of the building in accordance with Sentence 3.4.4.1.(1) of the 1986 Building Code. (2) Doors in fire separations required in Sentence (1) shall be equipped with self-closing devices. (3) An existing ¾-hr fire separation with a ¾-hr rated closure as described in Clause 9.2.2.2.(2)(a) shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). (4) Existing wired glass screens set in fixed steel frames are acceptable in fire separations required by this Article. Exits through lobbies
9.2.3.16. (1) Exits through a lobby area shall comply with the requirements of Clauses 3.4.4.1.(7)(c) to (f) of the 1986 Building Code. (2) Despite Sentence (1), more than one exit may be permitted through a lobby area where there is at least one alternate exit capable of serving 50 per cent of the total capacity and leading directly to the outside. Ancillary rooms
9.2.3.17. (1) Existing storage rooms, garbage rooms and laundry rooms, opening directly into an exit stairway, shall be sprinklered and the rooms shall be separated from the exit stairway by a ¾-hr fire separation. (2) Existing washrooms and toilet rooms opening directly into an exit stairway shall be separated from the exit stairway by a ¾-hr fire separation. (3) Despite Sentences (1) and (2), existing ancillary rooms opening directly into an exit stairway may be approved.
9.2.3.18. (1) Openings adjacent to fire escapes shall comply with Sentence 3.4.7.13.(5) of the 1986 Building Code. (2) Existing openings shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1) where each opening is protected by sprinklers in conformance with Article 9.2.5.2. (3) Despite Sentences (1) and (2), existing openings may be approved. Subsection 9.2.4.Fire Alarm and Detection Fire alarm systems
9.2.4.1. (1) Fire alarm and detection systems shall be installed in compliance with Subsection 3.2.4., excluding Article 3.2.4.7., of the 1986 Building Code. (2) Despite Sentence (1), existing fire alarm systems may be approved where the system reliability and performance will not increase the risk of life safety. Subsection 9.2.5.Suppression Access for fire fighting
9.2.5.1. (1) Access for fire fighting shall comply with Sentence 3.2.5.2.(1) of the 1986 Building Code. (2) Sentence (1) does not apply where the building is sprinklered. (3) Access routes that do not comply with Sentence (1) may be approved where available fire department equipment has access to the building or alternative provisions are made under Subsection 2.8.2. for such access. Sprinkler systems
9.2.5.2. (1) Except as permitted in Sentence (3), sprinkler systems shall comply with Article 3.2.5.5. of the 1986 Building Code. (2) An existing sprinkler system shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1) where the average sprinkler discharge density over the design area is at least equal to the minimum density corresponding to the area for the hazard classification as defined in Table 9.2.5.A. (3) Where buildings with a ceiling height in excess of 9 m are required to be sprinklered, the design of the system shall be approved prior to installation. Water supply requirements (4) The water supply requirements for an existing sprinkler system shall be based on (a) the hazard classification, as determined in Table 9.2.5.A., and (b) the minimum sprinkler discharge density, area of application and sprinkler spacing, as determined in NFPA 13, “Installation of Sprinkler Systems”, that corresponds to the hazard classification determined under Clause (a). Arenas and exhibition halls (5) Clause (4)(b) does not apply to the water supply requirements for an existing sprinkler system in an arena or an exhibition hall. (6) The water supply requirements for an existing sprinkler system in an arena or an exhibition hall shall be based on the lesser area of (a) 100 per cent of the display area, or (b) 280 m2. TABLE 9.2.5.A. Forming Part of Article 9.2.5.2.  Hazard   Classification*

Occupancy


Light Hazard

Art galleries
Beverage establishments
Gymnasia
Halls in religious establishments (excluding areas of worship)
Lecture halls
Museums


Ordinary Hazard
Group 1

Auditoria (excluding stages)
Bingo halls
Clubs
Community halls
Dance halls
Lodge rooms
Motion picture theatres
Opera houses (excluding stages)
Restaurants
Television studios
Theatres (excluding stages)


Ordinary Hazard
Group 3

Enclosed arenas
Exhibition halls
Stages excluded in Ordinary
Hazard Group 1 *Hazard Classification is defined as per NFPA 13, “Installation of Sprinkler Systems”. SECTION 9.3BOARDING, LODGING AND ROOMING HOUSES Subsection 9.3.1.Application Application
9.3.1.1. (1) This Section applies to boarding houses, lodging houses, rooming houses and private rest homes in which residents do not require care or treatment because of age, mental or physical limitations, where (a) the building height does not exceed three storeys and the building area does not exceed 600 m2, (b) lodging is provided for more than three persons in return for remuneration or the provision of services or both, and (c) lodging rooms do not have both bathrooms and kitchen facilities for the exclusive use of individual occupants. (2) This Section applies to homes for special care within the meaning of the Homes for Special Care Act, where (a) the building height does not exceed three storeys and the building area does not exceed 600 m2, (b) sleeping accommodation is provided for more than three but not more than ten residents, and (c) residents do not require nursing care. (3) For the purposes of this Section, (a) “1986 Building Code” means Ontario Regulation 419/86, as it read on February 11, 1987, and (b) “existing” means in existence on February 11, 1987.
9.3.1.2. Except as set out in Sentence 9.3.1.1.(2), this Section does not apply to residential occupancies that are regulated by or under the Ministry of Community and Social Services Act.
9.3.1.3. This Section does not apply to a building or part of a building regulated by Section 9.9. Subsection 9.3.2.Containment
9.3.2.2. (1) Floor assemblies shall  (a) be constructed as fire separations, and (b) have a fire-resistance rating of not less than 30 min. (2) Existing floor assemblies with ceilings consisting of lath and plaster, gypsum board or noncombustible materials shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). Basement fire separations
9.3.2.3. Where a basement does not contain a bedroom, recreation room, meeting room or hobby room, a fire separation having no fire-resistance rating between the basement and first storey shall be deemed to be in compliance with Clause 9.3.2.2.(1)(b). Walls separating bedrooms
9.3.2.4. (1) Each guest room or suite of rooms shall have interior walls having a fire-resistance rating of not less than 30 min. (2) Existing wall assemblies consisting of membranes of lath and plaster or gypsum wallboard shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). Furnace room separations
9.3.2.5. (1) In a building where the building height is greater than two storeys or the building area is greater than 400 m2, a furnace room that is located on a floor area that contains a bedroom, recreation room, meeting room or hobby room shall be separated from the remainder of the building by a fire separation having a fire-resistance rating of not less than 45 min. (2) Existing fire separations consisting of membranes of lath and plaster or gypsum board shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). (3) Where the required vertical fire separation in a furnace room is maintained and it is not practical in the circumstances to construct the ceiling as a fire separation having a fire-resistance rating of not less than 45 min, the furnace room area shall be sprinklered with a spacing that does not exceed 9.5 m2 per sprinkler head. (4) Closures in fire separations for a furnace room shall have a fire-protection rating of not less than 45 min. (5) A hollow metal or kalamein door and frame shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (4). (6) Closures referred to in Sentences (4) and (5) shall be equipped with latches and self-closing devices. (7) Despite Sentence (1), fire dampers or fire-stop flaps are not required in ducts at penetrations of a fire separation. Combustion air
9.3.2.6. Where a furnace room is separated to comply with the requirements of Article 9.3.2.5., sufficient combustion air shall be brought directly from the exterior for the proper combustion and safe operation of the appliance. Subsection 9.3.3.Means of Egress Number of exits
9.3.3.1. (1) Each floor area shall be served by at least two exits. (2) Where sleeping accommodation is not provided for more than ten persons, one exit from each of the first and second floor floor areas shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). (3) Where sleeping accommodation is not provided in the basement or cellar, one exit from the basement or cellar shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). Acceptable exits
9.3.3.2. (1) Exits required by Article 9.3.3.1. shall comply with the requirements of Articles 9.9.2.2. and 9.9.2.3. of the 1986 Building Code. (2) Despite Sentence 9.3.3.5.(1), not more than one required exit from the basement or cellar may lead through the first floor floor area. (3) Where sleeping accommodation is not provided for more than ten persons, corridors that are contiguous to a stairway may form part of the stairway enclosure. (4) Only one stairway enclosure described in Sentence (3) shall be permitted as an exit. (5) Where a fire escape of the type referred to in Article 9.3.3.4. is used as an exit, it shall be deemed to comply with the requirements of Articles 9.9.2.2. and 9.9.2.3. of the 1986 Building Code.
9.3.3.5. (1) Each exit other than a doorway opening directly onto a fire escape or to the outdoors at ground level shall be separated from the remainder of the building or from another exit by a fire separation having a fire-resistance rating of not less than 30 min. (2) Existing exit stairways separated from the remainder of the building by walls consisting of lath and plaster or gypsum wallboard shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentence (1). (3) Despite Sentence (1), an existing separation of noncombustible material may be approved. Interior stairways
9.3.3.8. (1) Closures in fire separations required in Articles 9.3.3.5. and 9.3.3.6. shall be constructed in accordance with Article 9.10.3.1. of the 1986 Building Code with a minimum 20-min fire-protection rating. (2) Closures located along contiguous corridors permitted in Sentence 9.3.3.2.(3) shall comply with Sentence (1). Doors and screens (3) A 45 mm solid core wood, hollow metal or kalamein door, equipped with a self-closing device and a latching device, shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentences (1) and (2). (4) Despite Sentences (1) and (2), frames for doors described in Sentence (3) may be of wood, hollow metal or kalamein construction. (5) Despite Sentences (1) and (2), fire dampers or fire-stop flaps are not required in ducts at penetrations of a fire separation.
9.3.3.9. Existing wired glass closures set in fixed steel frames in a fire separation shall be deemed to be in compliance with Article 9.3.3.8. Exit signs
9.3.3.10. (1) Exit signs shall be located along a means of egress so that directions of exit travel are apparent to the occupants. (2) Exit signs required by Sentence (1) shall have the word “EXIT” in block letters and such letters shall be (a) internally or externally illuminated, (b) coloured red on an opaque or contrasting field, and (c) at least 115 mm high with a 19 mm stroke. Interior finishes
9.3.3.12. Corridors and stairways shall be lighted to the intensity of 50 lx measured at the floor level, or 5 watts per square metre of floor area. Emergency lighting
9.3.3.13. Where sleeping accommodation is provided for more than ten persons, emergency lighting shall be provided to corridors and stairways in accordance with Articles 9.9.11.4. and 9.9.11.5. of the 1986 Building Code. Subsection 9.3.4.Fire Alarm and Detection Fire alarm requirements
9.3.4.1. (1) A building to which this Section applies that does not have floor assemblies having a minimum ¾-hr fire-resistance rating and public corridors or corridors serving sleeping rooms not within a dwelling unit that are not fire separated from the remainder of the building by a minimum ½-hr fire-resistance rating shall have a fire alarm system that complies with Articles 9.10.17.5. and 9.10.17.11. of the 1986 Building Code, and shall have (a) smoke alarms that comply with Sentence (2) and that are installed and interconnected so that the activation of any smoke alarm will sound a similar signal in each of the interconnected devices, or (b) fire alarm system smoke detectors installed on the ceiling of each floor adjacent to each stairway, and on the ceiling in the basement adjacent to each stairway. (2) Smoke alarms referred to in Clause (1)(a) shall (a) be installed on the ceiling in the corridor of each floor adjacent to each stairway and on the ceiling in the basement adjacent to each stairway, (b) be on a separate circuit with no disconnect switch between the overcurrent device and the smoke alarms, and (c) employ devices and an interconnected installation that are listed.
9.3.4.2. (1) A fire alarm system complying with Articles 9.10.17.4., 9.10.17.5., 9.10.17.11. and Subsection 9.10.18. of the 1986 Building Code shall be installed where (a) sleeping accommodation is provided for more than ten persons, and (b) the floor assemblies have a minimum ¾-hr fire-resistance rating and public corridors or corridors serving sleeping rooms not within a dwelling unit are fire separated from the remainder of the building by a minimum ½-hr fire-resistance rating.
9.3.4.3. Where a fire alarm system is required and sleeping accommodation is not provided for more than 14 persons, an interconnected smoke alarm system in accordance with Clause 9.3.4.1.(1)(a) shall be deemed to be in compliance with Article 9.3.4.2.
9.3.4.4. Despite Articles 9.3.4.1. and 9.3.4.2., existing fire alarm systems may be approved where the system reliability and performance will not increase the risk of life safety. Subsection 9.3.5.Suppression Portable extinguishers
9.3.5.1. (1) Despite the provisions of Articles 6.2.4.1., 6.2.6.4., 6.2.6.5. and 6.2.6.7., at least one 2A rated portable extinguisher shall be provided on each floor. (2) At least one 5BC rated portable extinguisher shall be installed in each kitchen where shared cooking facilities exist. SECTION 9.4HEALTH CARE FACILITIES Subsection 9.4.1.Application Application
9.4.1.1. (1) This Section applies to (a) Homes for Special Care, regulated under the Homes for Special Care Act, where sleeping accommodation is provided for more than ten residents, (b) Homes for the Aged, regulated under the Homes for the Aged and Rest Homes Act, (c) Homes for the Aged, regulated under the Charitable Institutions Act, (d) Nursing Homes, regulated under the Nursing Homes Act, (e) Private Hospitals, regulated under the Private Hospitals Act, and (f) Public Hospitals, regulated under the Public Hospitals Act. (2) For the purposes of this Section, (a) “1986 Building Code” means Ontario Regulation 419/86, as it read on February 11, 1987, and (b) “existing” means in existence on February 11, 1987. Subsection 9.4.2.Containment Construction
9.4.2.1. (1) Existing buildings shall comply with the applicable construction requirements of Articles 9.4.2.2. to 9.4.2.4. (2) Fire separations required by this Section to have a fire-resistance rating shall comply with Subsection 3.1.5. and Articles 3.1.6.1.,3.1.6.2. and 3.1.6.3. of the 1986 Building Code. (3) Where a ¾-hr or less fire-resistance rating is required, existing wall assemblies, floor assemblies and their supporting assemblies consisting of membranes of lath and plaster or gypsum board shall be deemed to be in compliance with Sentences (1) and (2). (4) Existing buildings with limited combustible components may be approved as noncombustible construction. (5) Heavy timber construction conforming to Article 3.1.4.4. of the 1986 Building Code shall be deemed to have a ¾-hr fire-resistance rating. (6) Floor assemblies shall be fire separations with fire-resistance ratings as required in this Subsection. Combustible construction up to two storeys