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

National Building Code of Canada 2010 (Part 9)

National Building Code of Canada (Part 9), with Quebec Amendments

Ontario Building Code (Part 9) 

Alberta Building Code 2006 (Part 9 & 10)

British Columbia Building Code 2012 Part 9

CSA C22.1-12 “Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (22nd Edition) Safety Standard for Electrical Installations”

CSA C22.10 “Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, Safety Standard of Electrical Installations”, with Quebec Amendments

Ontario Electrical Safety Code (25th Edition) 2012

National Plumbing Code of Canada 2012 (Part 7)

Ontario Building Code (Part 7)

Ontario Electrical Safety Code 2012 (25th Edition)

British Columbia Plumbing Code 2012

CSA B149.1-10 “Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code”

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:

The specification nameplate (item 1068, white with black lettering, 8-1/2” x 14”) 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

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. This listing does not include hotels and models, 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:

Modules may be equipped with central forced-air gas furnaces. Units may be electric, natural gas, or propane fired. Modular homes may be equipped with air conditioning.

Plumbing:

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