CSA A277    “Procedure for Factory Certification of Prefabricated Buildings, Modules, and Panels”

Quebec Construction Code, Chapter I – Building (NBC with Quebec amendments), Part 9

CSA C22.10 Québec Construction Code, Chapter V – Electricity (Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, “Safety Standard for Electrical Installations” with Quebec amendments)

National Plumbing Code of Canada

Note 1: Unless otherwise specified, the Standards and Codes noted are the most current versions in effect.

Modular Homes

All markings must be permanent and visible after installation.
1. The QAI label (item 1067, black with gold, 3-1/2” diameter) is normally located in close proximity to the electrical panel and includes:
− Certification label serial number
− QAI certification logo with the “C” Identifier
− “Modular Homes”

2. The specification nameplate (item 1068, 8-1/2” x 14” size) is located in close proximity to the electrical panel and includes:
− Manufacturer’s Name and Address
− Date of Manufacture
− Model Serial Number or Product Code
− Foundation Type (Perimeter Foundation Wall or Piers)
− Floor live Load

− Specified Snow Load (1/50)
− Seismic Response Sa (0.2)
− Hourly Wind Pressure (1/50)
− Envelope Effective Thermal Resistance
− Windows/Doors/Skylights Thermal Characteristics
− Outside Design Temperature (Heal Loss or Heat Gain)
− Factory Installed Appliances
− Site Installed Components, Assemblies, and Systems
− Electrical Systems Voltage, Frequency, and Amperage

Other Markings as required by the relevant codes.

Note 2: The QAI label and specification nameplate are available from QAI and must be applied at the factory.

Single or multiple family dwellings classified under one major occupancy (Group C – Residential), constructed in single or multiple modules, up to two-storey configurations. Modular homes under this scope have a building area not exceeding 600m².

Multi-residential buildings are designed and constructed within the limitations of Part 9 with fire and sound separations. This listing does not include row houses and town houses, hotels and motels, and/or any buildings designed with multiple major occupancies.

For a full list of structures covered under Group C occupancy, please refer to Appendix A, Division B of the Quebec Construction Code, Chapter I – Building.

Structural:
Conventional Wood Frame Construction within the limitations of Part 9 of the Quebec Construction Code, Chapter I – Building.

Electrical Ratings:
120/240V, 60Hz, 100A Max.

Heating/Ventilation:
Primarily Electric Baseboard Heaters. Modules may be equipped with ducting for installation of a central forced air furnace on site. Modular homes may be equipped with air conditioning (electric only).

Plumbing:
This certification does not cover the drainage and venting systems.

Gas Systems:
None.