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

National Building Code of Canada (NBC), Parts 3, 4, 5 & 6

National Plumbing Code of Canada

CSA C22.1-21 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, “Safety Standard for Electrical Installations

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

Note 2: Various provinces and territories have amendments to the national building code, jurisdictions may require structures to comply with provincial/municipal codes in lieu of the national building codes, the local AHJ should be consulted on the applicable requirements.

Factory Built Engineered Modular Structures – Group B3 Care

All markings must be permanent and visible after installation.

1. QAI label with ‘C’ identifier (item 1097 – black lettering with silver background) is normally located in close proximity to the electrical panel.
QAI logo shown here:

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 S_a (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

3. Other Markings as required by the relevant codes.

Note 3: The QAI label and specification nameplate are available from QAI and must be applied at the factory.

Engineered Modular Structures under Parts 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the National Building Code. These structures are intended to be used for a single Major Occupancy classified as Group B, Division 3 – Care. Structures included in this listing are used as daycare manufactured in single or multiple modules.

This certification does not cover completion of the spatial separation which is to be completed on site under permit. A qualified professional is required to design and validate exposing building faces as per the requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction.

For a full list of structures covered under this occupancy please refer to Notes to Part 3, A-3.1.2.1.(1) Major Occupancy Classification in the National Building Code.

The design of each discipline: architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical, requires review and approval by professionals registered in the province where the units are intended to be installed.

Structural:
Conventional Wood Frame Construction designed within the scope of Part 4 of NBC.

Electrical Ratings:
Up to a maximum of 120/208V, 60Hz, 400A, 3-phase and 120/240 60Hz, 400A, single-phase systems.

Heating / Ventilation:
Baseboard heaters and air conditioning (electric only). Units are equipped with electrical air exchange.

Plumbing:
Conventional drainage and venting systems to a maximum of 240 hydraulic fixture units.

Gas Systems:
None

Fire Alarm System:
This certification covers factory installed portions of the fire alarm system. This certification does not cover completion of the fire alarm system on site.

The design of fire alarm system must be designed by a professional engineer registered in the province in which the building is intended to be installed. Installation and commissioning of this system must be completed on site by qualified technicians as per the requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction.

Sprinkler Systems:
None.