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3.2.4.18.(4)
OS3
ObjectiveOS3 Safety in Use
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Maximum sound pressure level from fire alarm signals [forming part of a fire alarm system] in normally occupied areas.
This applies to buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A in which fire alarm systems are installed.
Application 2: 
This also applies to buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9] in which fire alarm systems are installed, as stated in Sentence 9.10.18.6.(1).
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that audible signal devices will be excessively loud, which could lead to harm to persons [e.g. damage the hearing of persons].
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