2006-10-17 08:46:38 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Special Education
So long as your occupant load was limited to something less than 300 and your total sqaure footage did not exceed 12,000 square feet, I would say no, based on the 2006 ICC Building Code.
If you exceed 300 on the occupants or 12,000 Square feet, not only may a sprinkler system be required, but so may a fire alarm system.
However, as some have pointed out, codes can change as you move from area to area. Since I have no idea where you are at, it's hard to be 100%.
2006-10-18 04:12:44 · answer #1 · answered by todvango 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Code or not, it's in ones best interest to install an automatic fire prevention system. The current UV/IR systems can be adjusted/modified to trip at various levels. I would start by checking your local and state codes. Then I would find as much information as possible from a reputable supplier such as ANSUL. NFPA is another good source of information.
2006-10-17 16:02:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your insurance company too, as they may require more than code.
Rate of Heat-rise detectors would seem appropriate as they wouldn't be confused by smoke
2006-10-17 17:40:34 · answer #3 · answered by Me 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact your local fire department (they don't have to know who you are) and they can give you the skinny.
It's different in every county / city / state...
2006-10-17 15:54:45 · answer #4 · answered by Salvation is a gift, Eph 2:8-9 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋