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Suppression System pump

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JoeWill123

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Must all electric suppression system pumps have a back up generator?

Joe G. Willett
Jacksonville, AR
 
No, unless it is in a high-rise building. See the requirements in the International Building Code. If the building is insured by a highly protected risk insurer they may require it but it is not required by the IBC or the International Fire Code.
 
thank you

Joe G. Willett
Jacksonville, AR
 
thank you...and yes, NFPA 20 and with approval of our AHJ, we have reliable power, by definition.

Joe G. Willett
Jacksonville, AR
 
The newest edition of NFPA 20 finally added wording on the definition of reliable. Sorry don't have a copy handy.
 
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