Hazardous occupancies involved in organic coatings manufacturing are classified as Group H-2 or H-3 occupancies under the 2021 IFC. These facilities involve highly flammable materials, requiring both manual and automatic fire alarm systems for safety.
IFC 2021, Section 415.7 – Organic Coatings Manufacturing:
Requires that automatic fire alarm and manual fire alarm systems be installed due to the high risk of fire and explosion in these facilities.
IFC 907.2.4 – Fire Alarm Systems for Group H Occupancies:
Specifies that Group H (high-hazard) occupancies must have both manual and automatic fire alarm systems.
The automatic fire alarm system ensures immediate detection, while the manual system allows for human activation in case of emergencies.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect?
A. Do not require a fire alarm system.
Incorrect, as all high-hazard occupancies require fire alarm systems.
B. Require only a manual fire alarm system.
Incorrect, as automatic detection is also required due to high fire risk.
C. Require only an automatic fire alarm system.
Incorrect, as manual activation is necessary for early intervention.
✅ Correct Answer: D. Require both manual and automatic fire alarm systems.
