2.8.2.4.(1)

Intent 1:

To limit the probability that special requirements pertaining to fire safety in high buildings will be omitted from fire safety plans, which could lead to:

• inappropriate and misleading messages being given over the voice communication system,
• inappropriate use of elevators, which could lead to persons being trapped in an elevator or being delivered to the fire floor,
• inappropriate use and operation of smoke control or fire emergency systems, which could lead to an increased hazard to occupants, and
• difficulty for firefighters in accessing the building and reaching the fire location.

This is to limit the probability that supervisory staff will be delayed in operating fire alarm systems or providing access to fire protection systems or equipment in a fire situation, which could lead to delays or ineffectiveness in carrying out firefighting operations, which could lead to the spread of fire, which could lead to damage to the building.