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1 Canadian White Book p/1

2 the standard in safety / la norme en matière de securité Canadian White Book/Livre Blanc Canadien Contains all the product categories for all ULC and cul certifications. Contains General Guide information for all product categories in ULC s Equipment Directories, such as Building Materials, Heating and Ventilation Equipment, etc. Copyright Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada. All rights reserved. No portion of this material may be reprinted in any form without the express written permission of Underwriters Laboratories of Canada or as otherwise provided in writing.

3 Fire Protection Some examples of interest Fire Stopping and Contractor Certification program Fire Alarm Certificate program Annual Fire Alarm Testing p/3

4 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme p/4

5 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme p/5

6 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme p/6

7 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Challenges and Concerns AHJs Architects and Designers Building Owners Manufacturers Contractors p/7

8 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Description of UL s Qualified Contractors Programme p/8

9 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Management System specifically focused on the proper selection and installation of ULC Listed Firestop systems so that knowledge is applied throughout the Contractor firm Audit of the Contractors Quality Manual Audit of selected field installations. p/9

10 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Management System includes processes for: Review of construction documents and requirements Procurement of Firestop Materials Storage, Handling, and Delivery Training & Qualification of staff Corrective/Preventative Actions Management System Monitoring & Improvement Documentation & Record Keeping p/10

11 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Demonstrated knowledge of selection and installation of firestop systems as evidenced by written exam by a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) Train the trainer p/11

12 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Demonstrated Knowledge Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) Demonstrated knowledge of the FCIA s Firestop Manual of Practice NRC s Best Practices Guide for Firestops ULC Fire Resistance Directory Written exam w/ score of 80% or better p/12

13 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Firestop Manual of Practice p/13

14 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme p/14

15 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Business incentive to do the right thing Gives architects a requirement to specify Gives General Contractors a means to identify and select Contractors Allows Contractors to differentiate themselves from non-complying contractors p/15

16 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme How will you be able to find a ULC Qualified Firestop Contractor? ULC swebsi t e ULC Firestop Systems Directory Cont r act or spr omot i onalmat er i al s p/16

17 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Qualified Firestop Contractor Program p/17

18 Qualified Firestop Contractors Programme Qualified Firestop Contractor Program p/18

19 Fire Alarm Certificate Program p/19

20 CAN/ULC S CAN/ULC-S Covers monitoring stations, sprinkler risers and fire alarm control units in premises and proprietary monitoring centres Physical construction and operation of stations Monitoring of sprinkler riser switches and also fire alarm control unit outputs. p/20

21 CAN/ULC-S561 Not Intended For This Standard does not include the test, inspection, maintenance, installation and service of the building fire alarm system at protected premises, as required in: - CAN/ULC-S524 Standard for the Installation of Fire Alarm Systems - CAN/ULC-S536 Standard for Inspection and Testing of Fire Alarm Systems - CAN/ULC-S537 Standard for the Verification of Fire Alarm Systems p/21

22 CAN/ULC S Disposition of Signals to Fire Services: Contact FD within 30 seconds of receipt of alarm No premise verification, unless AHJ authorized Recognizes electronic re-transmission of alarm to FD to satisfy time requirements p/22

23 CAN/ULC S Inspection and Test: Does not cover building system tests per S536 2 month interval test on water flow switch 6 month interval test on pressure and gate supervisory p/23

24 CAN/ULC S Inspection and Test: 12 month interval tests on Fire alarm control unit outputs Water flow from inspector s test valve Troubles Transmitter operation and power supply Field Device inspection p/24

25 What does a Certificate Mean? Installation meets CAN/ULC-S Equipment meets National Standards Monitored by ULC Listed Receiving Centre that meets CAN/ULC-S Care Contract in Place for Service and Test ULC will randomly audit premises p/25

26 Fire Alarm Certificate p/26

27 Certificates and the AHJ 3rd Party Audit of service companies Records on service must be maintained Assists AHJs with resources ULC will investigate issues for AHJ p/27

28 Annual Fire Alarm Test Program Tests building fire alarm system per ULC S536 Includes control unit, annunciators, initiating devices, audible and visual signals Contract with owner for test and service p/28

29 New Programs for ULC Late 2006 ULC implemented mattress testing-to expand in 2008 to include testing and certification to S137. Looking to develop testing and certification services to cover flammability requirements for interior finishes and building content. Looking to expand testing and certification services to cover both air and vapor barriers (ULC S740/S71.1) p/29

30 New Programs for ULC Electronic Access Control Systems CAN/ULC S319 ULC became TO Certification Program for Packaged Solar (PV) Domestic Hot Water Heaters One Mark Initiative Use of the cul mark to be discontinued by Dec 21, 2011 and both the UL and ULC mark will be required. p/30

31 the standard in safety / la norme en matière de securité Information? Max E. Melnyk, P. Eng. /Ing. Senior Regulatory Services Representative-Eastern Canada/Services Réglementaires-Canada Est Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada/Les laboratoires des assureurs du Canada suite 305, 1411A Carling Avenue, Ottawa K1Z 1A7 Canada Tel Cell: /courriel@ Max.E.Melnyk@ca.ul.com Copyright Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada. All rights reserved. No portion of this material may be reprinted in any form without the express written permission of Underwriter s Labor at or i esofcanadaorasot her wi sepr ov i dedi nwr i t i ng.

32 the standard in safety / la norme en matière de securité Information WEB SITES Copyright Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada. All rights reserved. No portion of this material may be reprinted in any form without the express written permission of Underwriter s Labor at or i esofcanadaorasot her wi sepr ov i dedi nwr i t i ng.

33 the standard in safety / la norme en matière de securité Questions? Please do not hesitate to ask. I am here to assist you! Copyright Underwriters' Laboratories of Canada. All rights reserved. No portion of this material may be reprinted in any form without the express written permission of Underwriter s Labor at or i esofcanadaorasot her wi sepr ov i dedi nwr i t i ng.