Warning This information has been archived because it is outdated and no longer relevant.

Archived Content

Information identified as archived on the Web is for reference, research or recordkeeping purposes. It has not been altered or updated after the date of archiving. Web pages that are archived on the Web are not subject to the Government of Canada Web Standards. As per the Communications Policy of the Government of Canada, you can request alternate formats on the "Contact Us" page.

3.3.1.25.(2)
+
Application
Application 1: 
Fire separations or automatic fire extinguishing systems for rooms used for welding and cutting operations, in industrial occupancies where welding or cutting operations do not pose a hazard to adjacent areas.
This applies to buildings described in Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A.
Application 2: 
This also applies to tents and air-supported structures, as stated in Sentences 3.1.6.1.(1) and 9.10.1.2.(1).
Exceptions: 
except as stated in:
Top of Page
Intent
Intent 1: 
To exempt rooms that are located within industrial occupancies and in which welding and cutting operations occur from the requirements of Sentence 3.3.1.25.(1), on the basis that persons are familiar with this type of operation and other safety measures are expected to be provided in such occupancies.
Top of Page