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

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

Ontario Building Code (NBC and NPC with Ontario amendments), Part 9 and Part 7 Plumbing

National Plumbing Code of Canada

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

Ontario Electrical Safety Code, 2012 (Canadian Electrical Code, Part I,  (25th Edition) “Safety Standard for Electrical Installations” with Ontario amendments)

CSA C22.1-15  Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, (23rd Edition) “Safety Standard for Electrical Installation”

Note: 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.

Note: Unless otherwise specified, the standards/Code noted are the most current versions in effect.

Modular Homes

All markings must be permanent and visible after installation.

The QAI label (item 1067, black with gold, 3-1/2” diameter) 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 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.

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 a maximum of 3 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 vertical and horizontal fire and sound separations between dwelling units. This listing does not include 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 National Building Code.

Structural: Conventional Wood Frame Construction within the limitations of Part 9 the National Building Code.

Electrical Ratings: 120/240V, 60Hz, 400A Max.

Heating/Ventilation: Electric Baseboard Heaters. Modules may be equipped with natural gas or propane heating/air conditioning equipment installed on site.

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