ULC Update – Window Sprinkler Systems – Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officer's Association

ULC Update – Window Sprinkler Systems

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Canadian Fire Engineering Summit – November 19, 2025

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The Canadian Fire Engineering Summit returns on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Hazelton Manor, Vaughan, ON. This premier event brings together key stakeholders from across Canada’s fire protection industry, including fire prevention officers, engineers, contractors, and industry leaders. Event Highlights: Full-day Summit: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Trade Show: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Dinner

Understanding AI-Assisted Regulatory Workflows – Training Course Available Now

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Webinar: Using NFPA resources and materials

October 30, 2025

Wednesday Nov 12th, 9:30am to 11:00am Presenter: NFPA regional director Laura King Topic: Using NFPA resources and materials You’re asked to talk to a group of middle schoolers about lithium-ion battery safety on Monday. Tuesday it’s K-3 and home fire escape plans. Wednesday a condo board wants to know about EVs in the parking garage.

ULC 2018-05 Bulletin announced that it would be withdrawing ULC/ORD-C263 which OBC 3.1.8.18. allows sprinkler protected glazed wall assembly’s (window sprinkler system) to be constructed to serve as a fire separation with a FRR of no more than two hours. ULC has recently taken action to develop a new standard and have the subject ORD reinstated on an interim basis as of December 15, 2018 until the development of the new standard. Additional details are available on this website in the Members Area under Fire Inspection & Enforcement – CAN ULC.