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 Quebec Construction Code, Chapter V – Electricity (CSA C22.1 CEC, Part I, 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”
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

3. 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 multi-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 of the building code with fire and sound separations between dwelling units. This listing does not include row houses and town houses requiring firewall separations, hotels and motels, and/or any buildings designed with multiple major occupancies.

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 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, 200A 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:
Conventional drainage and venting systems to a maximum of 240 hydraulic fixture units.

Gas Systems:
None.