13-76-050 Voice communication systems.

   There shall be two voice communication systems as follows:

   (a)   A two-way fire department communication system providing emergency two-way stations in each required stairwell and not less than every fifth floor and at the fire command panel;

   (b)   A selective one-way communication system between the fire command panel and the following areas:

      (1)   Elevators, elevator lobbies and in all required stairwells; one speaker each fifth floor in stairwells;

      (2)   Office areas exceeding 5,000 square feet;

      (3)   In corridors at intervals not to exceed 75 feet and at the exit stair doors.

   The two-way fire department communication system may be combined with the one-way system when approved by the fire commissioner.

(Prior code § 62.1-5; Amend Coun. J. 5-18-16, p. 24131, § 35)