In all new buildings, minimum radio signal strength for public radio signals shall be required within the building. In buildings that cause reduction of public safety, radio signals below the acceptable level for reliable communications, a bi-directional amplifier (BDA) shall be required. In buildings where phone jacks are required as part of an alarm system, a BDA shall be installed and maintained by the building owner, in lieu of the phone jacks. Installation and signal strength shall be the minimum requirements per NFPA 1, or NFPA 72 edition, or as specified by the AHJ.
(a) A preliminary survey test shall be completed to determine the available signal strength referencing NFPA 72.
(b) If a radio system is required based upon the initial survey test, the engineer shall submit a complete set of drawings that identifies all critical and noncritical areas. The final drawing will be approved and used as the minimum design requirements for obtaining a fire installation permit.
(c) A final radio signal test report shall be provided prior to the final fire inspection and all updated drawings.
(Ord. 18-008, § 3, 5-1-18; Ord. 20-036, § 2, 11-4-20)