CSA A277-16 “Procedure for Certification of Prefabricated Buildings, Modules, and Panels”

National Building Code of Canada with Quebec Amendments

C22.10-10 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, (21st Edition) with Quebec amendments “Safety Standard for Electrical Installations”

National Plumbing Code of Canada

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

Factory Built Permanent Engineered Modular Structures

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” 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

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.

Permanent Engineered Modular Structures under Parts 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the National Building Code. These structures are intended to be used as office with assembly areas under a single Major Occupancy classified as:
Group D – Business and Personal Services.

For a full list of structures covered under the above occupancy groups please refer to Appendix A, Division B of the National Building Code of Canada.

Structures included in this listing are manufactured in multiple modules up to 2 storeys configurations.

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:
600V, 60Hz, 400A, 3 phase systems.

Heating/Ventilation:
Exterior wall mounted forced air furnaces and air conditioning (electric only). Systems may be equipped with electrical baseboard heaters.

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

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

The design of the fire alarm systems must be approved by a professional engineer registered in Quebec. Installation and commissioning of these systems must be completed on site by qualified technicians as per the requirements of the local authority having jurisdiction.

Sprinkler Systems:
None.

Gas Systems:
None.