Building Occupancy Types
The prerequisites for Fire Alarm System installations differ depending on the specific building or structure. These prerequisites are primarily determined by the type of occupancy. To determine the necessary specifications for a Fire Alarm System, begin by identifying the building's occupancy type, and then refer to the Fire Alarm Code to establish the specific requirements applicable to that type of occupancy.
Select a Link Below for Fire Alarm Requirements for that Occupancy.
- Group A (Assembly) - A-1, A-2, A-3, A4, A-5
- Group B (Business)
- Group E (Educational)
- Group F (Factory) - F-1, F-2
- Group H (High Hazard) - H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4, H-5
- Group I (Institutional) - I-1, I-2, I-3, I-4
- Group M (Mercantile)
- Group R (Residential) - R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4
- Group S (Storage) - S-1, S-2
- Group U (Utility & Miscellaneous)