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topmost storey and the ground level is fifteen meters (15 m) or more. Building
height shall be measured from the lowest level of fire department vehicle
access to the floor of the highest occupiable storey.
SECTION 10.2.19.3
SMOKE CONTROL
High rise buildings shall be designed in such a manner that the levels of smoke
concentration in protected spaces can be maintained within values that can
be tolerated by occupants. The protected spaces shall include stairwells, at
least one elevator shaft, and floor spaces readily accessible to all occupants
and large enough to accommodate them. In the spaces to which the
requirement for control of smoke level applies, the atmosphere shall not
include more than one (1%) percent by volume of the contaminated
atmosphere emanating from the fire area.
SECTION 10.2.19.4
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS PROTECTION
High rise buildings shall be protected with approved, supervised sprinkler
systems designed and installed in accordance with NFPA 13, Standard for
Installation of Sprinkler Systems. The approved, supervised sprinkler systems
must protect all floor spaces including every closet and concealed spaces
and plenums of certain configuration and construction – particularly where
combustible materials are located such as exposed electrical wiring,
combustible duct work, and combustible sound/thermal insulation. The
system shall be interconnected to a fire command center of the building.
SECTION 10.2.19.5
FIRE COMMAND CENTER
A. For buildings ten (10) storeys or more, a fire command center shall be
provided in a location approved by the City/Municipal Fire Marshal
having jurisdiction and shall contain the following features:
1. The emergency voice/alarm communication system unit must have
the following features:
a. Provide a predetermined message to the fire area where the alarm
originated, actuated by a smoke detector, sprinkler head, water
flow device, or manual fire alarm. The message must provide
applicable information and directions to occupants.
b. The fire department two-way communication system must operate
between the fire command center and every elevator, elevator
lobby, exit stairway, and exit access corridor. A telephone station
or jack shall be provided in each fire pump room.
2. The fire department communication unit.
3. Fire detection and alarm system annunciator unit
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