026000-000000-0000001 Scope
1.1 This standard provides the requirements for relocatable buildings.
Note: See Section 4 Glossary, Annex C and Section D3.
1.2 This Standard applies to relocatable buildings where the major occupancy, as defined in the National Building Code of Canada, is:
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a) Group A, Division 2;
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b) Group C, except that the standard does not apply to buildings containing dwelling units;
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c) Group D, or
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d) Group F, Division 3.
Note: See Annex C.
1.3 This Standard applies to relocatable buildings without a basement or heated crawl space where the building area does not exceed the maximums specified in .
Note: Buildings that exceed the building heights and building areas specified in 2 must comply with the building codes and regulations that apply at the building location.
Table 1.1 Maximum Building Area
Maximum Building Area, m2
Sleeping Accommodation
Sprinklered
Not Sprinklered
Sprinklered
Not Sprinklered
1-Storey
2-Storey
No
2,400
1,200
1200
600
Yes
1,200
600
600
300
1.4 Buildings constructed in accordance with this standard are permitted to be of combustible construction or noncombustible construction, used singly or in combination.
1.5 This standard provides requirements that address:
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a) construction of the building modules including
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i) structural design
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ii) ceiling heights
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iii) accessibility
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iv) stairs, handrails and guards
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v) means of egress;
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vi) fire protection in and between buildings
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vii) electrical
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viii) heating and ventilation;
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ix) plumbing;
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x) building envelope
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xi) energy efficiency; and
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b) site considerations including
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i) site preparation
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ii) egress routes
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iii) spatial separation;
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iv) fire fighting; and
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c) instructions and marking.
Note: See Annex C.