Fire

This paper summarizes the findings from an evaluation of the historical fire protection performance of sprinkler systems in multi-level residential buildings in British Columbia (BC), with the intent of anticipating how the fire safety systems should perform in six-story mid-rise wood-frame buildings, permitted in BC since 2009.  

A case is made for pursuing a comprehensive, whole-of-government commitment to ensuring every dwelling in Canada possesses a present, functioning smoke alarm. Achieving this goal will require a comprehensive, consistent, continuing effort from a range of stakeholders.