These rules apply to both new and existing fire alarm systems as of the effective date of the rule. Those systems which were based on product and engineering practices recognized as being acceptable at the date of installation but are not in compliance with currently adopted standards may continue in use, provided they are functional and approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
Rulemaking Authority Florida Statutes § 633.346(4), 633.348(7) FS. Law Implemented 633.104(1), 633.206(2)(b), 633.346(4), 633.348(7) FS. History-New 6-28-90, Amended 7-11-01, Formerly 4A-48.002.

Terms Used In Florida Regulations 69A-48.002

  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.