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What is the maximum horizontal distance from any point on a ceiling to the nearest smoke detector? (Standard smooth ceiling)

S524 Cl 5.7.1.1.2 states that no point on the ceiling shall be more than 0.7 times the linear spacing (0.7 x 9m = 6.3m).

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Question: What is the maximum horizontal distance from any point on a ceiling to the nearest smoke detector? (Standard smooth ceiling)

Answer options: ✅ 6.3 m (21 ft)

  • 9.0 m (30 ft)
  • 4.5 m (15 ft)
  • 12.0 m (40 ft)

Correct answer: 6.3 m (21 ft)

Explanation: S524 Cl 5.7.1.1.2 states that no point on the ceiling shall be more than 0.7 times the linear spacing (0.7 x 9m = 6.3m).

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