ULC Update – Window Sprinkler Systems

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Webinar: Using NFPA resources and materials

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.

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Update to ESA Electrical Inspection Order Process for Fire Services

  The ESA is implementing changes to the Electrical Inspection Order process to modernize and streamline this process for all users. As of November 1, 2025, ESA is implementing changes to the Electrical Inspection Order process to modernize and streamline this process for all users. The process is utilized when there is evidence of imminent

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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.