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When a kitchen hood fire suppression system is activated, what is the mandatory requirement for the building's fire alarm system?

NBCC 3.2.4.12 requires that if a building has a kitchen exhaust fire suppression system (like a Range Guard/Ansulex), its activation must initiate a fire alarm

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Question: When a kitchen hood fire suppression system is activated, what is the mandatory requirement for the building's fire alarm system?

Answer options:

  • A local-only 'quiet' alarm ✅ A fire alarm signal in the building's fire alarm system
  • The immediate activation of all stairwell pressurization fans
  • A 5-minute delayed notification to the fire department

Correct answer: A fire alarm signal in the building's fire alarm system

Explanation: NBCC 3.2.4.12 requires that if a building has a kitchen exhaust fire suppression system (like a Range Guard/Ansulex), its activation must initiate a fire alarm signal in the building's fire alarm system.

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