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Notice : new Alberta building, fire and energy codes

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Notes that the 2014 editions of the Alberta Building Code and the Alberta Fire Code based on the 2010 National Building and Fire Codes were adopted at the end of February 2015. The National Energy... More ≫

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Notes that the 2014 editions of the Alberta Building Code and the Alberta Fire Code based on the 2010 National Building and Fire Codes were adopted at the end of February 2015. The National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) 2011 edition has also been adopted.

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STANDATA : fire code errata [Alberta Fire Code 2014]

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The Alberta Fire Code (AFC) 2014 came into force on May 01, 2015 through the adoption of Alberta Regulation 32/2015. Since that time, code users and safety codes officers have identified some... More ≫

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The Alberta Fire Code (AFC) 2014 came into force on May 01, 2015 through the adoption of Alberta Regulation 32/2015. Since that time, code users and safety codes officers have identified some typographical and technical errors in the document that need to be revised or corrected. This STANDATA details the changes identified as of the issuance date indicated in the errata title.

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Notice : portable fire extinguisher servicing

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Outlines requirements for portable fire extinguishers sold and serviced in Alberta.

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STANDATA : fire code variance [Alberta Fire Code 2006]

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Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council develop Alberta Fire Code STANDATA jointly. Some are issued as province-wide variances or interpretations. Others are information bulletins that... More ≫

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Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council develop Alberta Fire Code STANDATA jointly. Some are issued as province-wide variances or interpretations. Others are information bulletins that provide general advice on related matters. New STANDATA are added on a regular basis.

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STANDATA : fire code interpretation [Alberta Fire Code 2006]

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Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council develop Alberta Fire Code STANDATA jointly. Some are issued as province-wide variances or interpretations. Others are information bulletins that... More ≫

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Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council develop Alberta Fire Code STANDATA jointly. Some are issued as province-wide variances or interpretations. Others are information bulletins that provide general advice on related matters. New STANDATA are added on a regular basis.

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Notice : changes to minimum housing and health standards impacts Alberta’s safety system

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Outlines amendments to the Minimum Housing and Health Standards that enhance the ability of public health inspectors or environmental health officers to address safety concerns within buildings... More ≫

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Outlines amendments to the Minimum Housing and Health Standards that enhance the ability of public health inspectors or environmental health officers to address safety concerns within buildings through consultation with safety codes officers.

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Fire code safety alert : storage of windshield washer antifreeze

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Outlines requirements for storage of windshield washer antifreeze to comply with the storage, piping and transfer requirements for flammable liquids and combustible liquids in the Alberta Fire Code 2006. More ≫

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Outlines requirements for storage of windshield washer antifreeze to comply with the storage, piping and transfer requirements for flammable liquids and combustible liquids in the Alberta Fire Code 2006.

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Fire code safety alert : sprinkler systems with antifreeze solutions (NFPA 13, 13D, 13R and 25)

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Outlines possible concerns surrounding the acceptable concentrations of anti-freeze solutions in sprinkler systems and steps being taken to develop information and alternative procedures for... More ≫

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Outlines possible concerns surrounding the acceptable concentrations of anti-freeze solutions in sprinkler systems and steps being taken to develop information and alternative procedures for owners, designers and contractors.

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Notice : intumescent coatings on exterior sheathing

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The Alberta Fire Code contains provisions requiring fire protection of adjacent buildings during construction. This notice provides guidance to safety codes officers as to when to consider... More ≫

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The Alberta Fire Code contains provisions requiring fire protection of adjacent buildings during construction. This notice provides guidance to safety codes officers as to when to consider wood-based sheathing materials, treated with fire-resistant coatings, as one of the acceptable methods of meeting the requirements.

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STANDATA : fire code approved guideline [1999]

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Safety bulletins regarding fire safety standards

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