
areas covered by the Code include fire detection general requirements, when specified; fire
suppression, where called for; fire detector locations required in a limited number of
occupancies; alarm and notification of occupants; egress lighting and safety; and notification
of emergency services. This Code establishes the type of fire detection and suppression
systems required by occupancy type, while NFPA 72 provides the standard for installation,
operation, and maintenance of the alarm and detection systems Fire suppression equipment
installation requirements would be covered under a different code.
NFPA 101, Life Safety Code
covers a large number of topics, ...