Provide an automated emergency address notification system
Rationale: An emergency address notification system providing instant delivery of critical information decreases the time it takes occupants to respond to emergencies, which supports accurate and proportional responses to the hazard, contributing to enhanced safety and peace of mind.
Requirements
Demonstrate compliance with the below:
Emergency Address Notification (Full Credit):
Demonstrate compliance with all the following requirements:
- Provide an emergency address notification system that: is capable of disseminating or broadcasting messages to all building(s) occupants audibly and visually.
- Ensure the emergency address notification system is capable of alerting occupants during all of the following building(s) emergencies:
- fire and smoke detection
- carbon monoxide detection
- a minimum of one additional common building emergency*
- Common building emergencies may include but are not limited to the following:
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- extreme weather events
- air quality alerts
- active shooter events
- chemical incidents
- public health emergencies
- acts of terrorism
- power outages
- evacuations
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- Ensure the emergency address notification system meets all of the following:
- utilizes a digital broadcasting system (email or push notification messages)
- is located in all of the following areas within the building(s):
- throughout the building(s)
- all indoor common areas within the project.
- Provide employees with a master key to enter all residential dwelling units in case of emergency.
- Implement a system that is capable of reaching family members or appointed emergency contacts of residents.
Compliance Documentation
Types of compliance documentation required:
- Certified statements
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