2.2 - Height (42 - 48 inches) The height of the manual fire alarm boxes shall be not less than 42 inches and not more than 48 inches measured vertically, from the floor level to the activating handle or lever of the box. 2013
NFPA 72 sets standards for the minimum and maximum mounting heights for fire alarm control units. The devices must be located between 1.5 and 5.5 feet above the finished floor to provide maximum accessibility.
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Fire alarm panels (standard Kentec) with LCD display should be mounted such that the top of the panel is at 1.65 metres +/- 0.1 metres above floor level.
The FACP shall have a minimum 36 inches of face clearance and 6 inches side clearance from any other wall or equipment.” 8.12.
The simple answer that the operable part of the pull station needs to be at least 42 in. (1.07 m), and not more than 48 in. (1.22 m), above the finished floor. Additionally, one pull station needs to be within 5 ft (1.5 m) of each exit doorway on each floor where required to be installed in a building.
Wall-mounted alarms should be installed not more than 12 inches away from the ceiling (to the top of the alarm).
Installation of fire alarm panel shall be not exceed six feet in height measured from the floor to the top of the unit.
Preferably in an area of low fire risk and on the ground floor by the entrance used by the Fire Brigade and preferably viewable from outside of the building. It should be located in an area common to all building users and where automatic detection is in use, the Control Panel should be in a protected area.
NFPA 72 requires all fire alarm systems, including equipment used for monitoring, to have 24 hours of backup power. If an IP communicator is used for monitoring, the internet equipment must be connected to a backup power supply capable of providing power for a minimum of 24 hours.
A minimum 3-foot (914 mm) clear space, on a minimum of two sides, shall be maintained for access to fire protection equipment, including control valves and control panels.
Consider storing your control system alarm panel in a hidden bedroom cupboard or closet area for easy access in an emergency and for peace of mind that it's in a safe space. If you have a wireless keypad, this can make installation in a closet or hidden area much easier.
NFPA 72 tells us how to properly install required strobe lights. It allows strobes to be installed on either the ceiling up to a height of 30 feet, or the wall between 80 and 96 inches. Personally, I prefer strobes on the ceiling because they are harder to obstruct.
The standard height for an alarm system keypad is probably around 4.5 feet high.
The centre of the element of the manual callpoint should be positioned 1.4m (+/-200mm) from floor level (unless a wheelchair user is likely to be the first person to raise the alarm, when this is applicable it should be noted on any certification).
The NFPA 72 "covers the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, supervising station alarm systems, public emergency alarm reporting systems, fire warning equipment and emergency communications systems (ECS), and their components." Federal, state, and ...
Across various places, panels put up in recent years stand about 4'6″ high at their top edge. Following these height recommendations from NEC and IRC ensures safety and keeps breaker boxes within reach without needing steps or tools to operate or inspect them during maintenance checks or emergencies.
Fire Alarm Control Units and Remote Annunciators - Display and/or operating controls shall not be more than 72”above the finished floor level. 2.2. Remote Control Units (DGP, RCU, TTB, etc.) - The top of the cabinet shall not be more than 96” above the finished floor level.
A minimum of 36-inches clearance in front of the panel must be maintained from the floor to 6-feet, 6-inches above the panel, or to the top of the panel whichever is highest. A minimum of 30-inches clearance from side to side must be maintained in front of the panel.
9.5, wall-mounted appliances shall have their tops above the finished floors at heights of not less than 90 in. (2.29 m) and below the finished ceilings at distances of not less than 6 in. (150 mm).
Indicating equipment, in conjunction with suitable manual control facilities, should be sited at an appropriate location for both staff and firefighters responding to a fire signal, such that controls can be readily operated and indications are readily visible.
The local fire indicator panel must be located in a central area, such as a reception area, so that it is readily accessible by staff at all times. The local fire indicator panel must be fixed wired.
Manual Call Point Mounting Heights
In order to provide easy access, call points should be mounted between 1.2m and 1.6m from the floor, and should be clearly visible and identifiable.
The top of the panelboard is 84 inches (7 feet) above the floor. In this installation, no circuit breaker (in its highest position) is more than 6 feet, 7 inches above the floor.
The height of the manual fire alarm boxes shall be not less than 42 inches (1067 mm) and not more than 48 inches (1372 mm) measured vertically, from the floor level to the activating handle or lever of the box.
Q: What is the standard height for a fireplace mantel? A: There isn't a strict “standard” height, but the average mantel shelf is installed about 54-60 inches above the floor. If you have higher ceilings, you may want to raise it to create balance.