CAN/ULC-S576-14
1 SCOPE
1.1 These requirements cover discrete electrical control units, communication units, transport products
which manipulate the data packets, interfaces, and accessories for mass notification systems.
1.2 The products covered by this standard are intended to be used in combination with other appliances
and devices to form an emergency communication and/or mass notification system. These products are
intended to communicate critical information within buildings and/or outdoor areas about emergencies
including but not limited to terrorist activities, hazardous chemical releases, severe weather, fire, Amber
Alert, and other situations that may endanger the safety of the occupants of an area or facility.
Communication is through voice, audible, and/or visual instructions. An installation document(s) provided
with the product describes the various products needed to form an emergency communication and/or
mass notification system and their intended use and installation.
1.3 These requirements address emergency service personnel communication system interfaces used in
the performance of their duties if that communication equipment is used to interface with or control the
Emergency Communication Systems/Mass Notification Systems (ECS/MNS).
1.4 Audible Signalling Devices are to be assessed to the Standard for Audible Signalling Devices for Fire
Alarm and Signalling Systems, Including Accessories, ULC-S525, and the Standard for Speakers for Fire
Alarm and Signalling Systems, Including Accessories, ULC-S541. Visible Signalling Devices are to be
assessed to the Standard for Visible and Textual Signalling Devices for Fire Alarm Systems, Including
Accessories, CAN/ULC S526.
1.5 Products incorporating fire and/or security signalling functions or other life safety systems shall
comply with the ULC Standards, CSA Standards or other standards applicable to their intended function
and application in addition to this standard.
1.6 Mass notification system equipment and installations shall comply with Industry Canada rules and
regulations, as applicable, concerning the following:
A Electromagnetic radiation;
B Use of radio frequencies; and
C Connection to the public switched telephone network of telephone equipment, systems, and
protection apparatus.
OEN:
ULC
Langue:
English
Code(s) de l'ICS:
13.220.20;
13.320
Statut:
Annulée
Date de Publication:
2014-08-31
Numéro Standard:
CAN/ULC-S576-14