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1705.13.3.1 Special Seismic Certification

Los Angeles Building Code > 17 Special Inspections and Tests > 1705 Required Special Inspections and Tests > 1705.13 Testing for Seismic Resistance > 1705.13.3 Designated Seismic Systems > 1705.13.3.1 Special Seismic Certification
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[OSHPD 2]

  1. Special seismic certification shall be required for life-safety components, such as emergency and standby power systems, mechanical smoke removal systems, and fire sprinkler/fire protection systems.
  2. Equipment and components supporting sub-acute bed(s) shall have special seismic certification in accordance with Section 1705A.

Construction documents for OSHPD 2 buildings without sub-acute beds shall explicitly state that skilled nursing facility or intermediate care facility does not admit patients needing sustained electrical life-support equipment.

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