CSA A277 “Procedure for Certification of Prefabricated Buildings, Modules, and Panels”
Quebec Construction Code, Chapter I – Building (NBC with Quebec amendments), Parts 3, 4, 5 & 6

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

National Plumbing Code of Canada 2015

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 Permanent Engineered Structures

Note 3: Products may be labelled under a separate brand name “Concept Mat”

Products are labelled and marked in a permanent manner where it is readily visible after installation with the following information:
1. QAI label with ‘C’ identifier (item 1097 – black lettering with silver background) is normally located in close proximity to the electrical panel and includes:
− Certification label serial number
− QAI certification logo with the “C” Identifier
− “Permanent Engineered Structures”

QAI logo shown here:

2. The specification nameplate (item 1068, 8-1/2” x 14” in size) is normally 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

3. Other Markings as required by the relevant codes.

Note 4: The QAI label and specification nameplate are available from QAI and must be applied at the factory.

Engineered Modular Structures constructed under Parts 3, 4, 5 and 6 of Quebec Construction Code, Chapter I – Building. These structures are intended to be used for a single Major Occupancy classified as Group A, Division 2 – Assembly.

Structures included in this listing are used as cafeterias manufactured in single or multiple modules single-storey configurations. This listing does not include classrooms, offices, stores, modular or manufactured (mobile) homes, hotels, motels or any other structure outside the scope of part 9 of QCC-B.

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 QCC-B.

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.

Electrical Ratings:
Up to a max. of 120/240V, 60Hz, 320A single-phase systems.

Heating/Ventilation:
Primarily Central Forced Air Furnaces. Units may be Oil Fired. The Listing does not include the installation of oil-fired furnace.

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

Gas Systems:
No natural gas or propane systems included in this listing.

Fire Alarm Systems:
Fire alarm system consists of smoke detectors, exit signs and emergency lighting.

Sprinkler Systems:
No sprinkler system included in this listing.