building fire code

[/ˈbɪldɪŋ ˈfaɪər koʊd/]
nounpl: building fire codes
código de segurança contra incêndio em edificações
1. A set of regulations and standards established by local, state, or national authorities to ensure fire safety in buildings through design, construction, maintenance, and operational requirements
The building fire code requires all commercial buildings to have fire extinguishers on every floor.
O código de segurança contra incêndio em edificações exige que todos os edifícios comerciais tenham extintores de incêndio em cada andar.
2. Specific legal requirements governing emergency exits, fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and evacuation procedures in buildings
Architects must comply with the building fire code when designing new hospitals.
Os arquitetos devem estar em conformidade com o código de segurança contra incêndio ao projetar novos hospitais.
Building fire codes are significantly more stringent and detailed in the United States than in many parts of Brazil. In Brazil, compliance with fire codes has been increasingly emphasized following major accidents. These codes represent a critical intersection of public safety policy and construction regulation in both countries, with inspections conducted by fire marshals or certified inspectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fire safety codefire protection codebuilding safety codefire prevention ordinance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
código de segurança contra incêndio em edificações
Most formal and widely used term in Brazil
São Paulo
norma técnica de segurança contra incêndio
Often referenced with specific state regulations
Rio de Janeiro
código de prevenção de incêndios
Abbreviated form commonly used in local context
Portugal
regulamento técnico de segurança contra incêndio em edifícios
More comprehensive official terminology

Related Words

fire safetyemergency exitsprinkler systemfire alarmevacuation planbuilding inspectorfire marshaloccupancy permit

Related Idioms & Phrases

comply with the building fire code
violate the building fire code
enforce the building fire code
update the building fire code
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