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The installer should be familiar with the relevant codes listed below as well as any other
applicable local codes and standards, when installing a fire alarm system.
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NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code
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NFPA 11 Standard for Low-Expansion Foam and Combined Agent Systems
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NFPA 11A Standard for Medium- and High-Expansion Foam Systems
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NFPA 12 Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
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NFPA 12A Standard on Halon 1301 Fire Extinguishing Systems
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NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
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NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems
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NFPA 15 Standard for Water Spray Fixed Systems for Fire Protection
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NFPA 16 Standard for the Installation of Deluge Foam-Water Sprinklerand Foam-Water
Spray Systems
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NFPA 16A Standard for the Installation of Closed-Head Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems
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NFPA 17 Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems
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NFPA 17A Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems
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NFPA 25 Standard for Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire
Protection Systems
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NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
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NFPA 80 Standard for Fire Doors and Fire Windows
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NFPA 90A Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems
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NFPA 90B Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning
Systems
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NFPA 92A Recommended Practice for Smoke-Control Systems
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NFPA 92B Guide for Smoke Management Systems in Malls, Atria, and Large Areas
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NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
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NFPA 170 Standard for Fire Safety Symbols
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NFPA 231C Standard for Rack Storage of Materials
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NFPA 1221 Standard on the Installation, Maintenance, and Use of Public Fire Service
Communication Systems
