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According to the National Building Code of Canada, is a fire alarm system required in a building that is required to have an automatic sprinkler system?

NBC 3.2.4.1.(4) states that if a building is required to be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system, it must also be equipped with a fire alarm system.

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Question: According to the National Building Code of Canada, is a fire alarm system required in a building that is required to have an automatic sprinkler system?

Answer options:

  • Only if it is a high-rise building ✅ Yes, a fire alarm system is required if a sprinkler system is required
  • No, the sprinkler waterflow replaces the fire alarm system
  • Only if the occupant load exceeds 100 persons

Correct answer: Yes, a fire alarm system is required if a sprinkler system is required

Explanation: NBC 3.2.4.1.(4) states that if a building is required to be equipped with an automatic sprinkler system, it must also be equipped with a fire alarm system.

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