NYC Occupancy SIGN - "OCCUPANCY BY MORE THAN ___ PERSONS IS DANGEROUS AND UNLAWFUL" White

Size: 14x22

Material: Aluminum

Backround color:White

OCCUPANCY BY MORE THAN _ PERSONS IS DANGEROUS AND UNLAWFUL CERTIFICATE OF OPERATION NO _ DEPT. OF BLDNGS. CITY OF NEW YORK

This is an aluminum “MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY” SIGN with holes for HEAVY DUTY installation. In NYC use/post sign to inform tenants/owners/guests/officers of danger related to the use of designated space by more than the maximum number of people allowed to occupy said facility with proper HPD designation and aluminum signs

The Maximum Occupancy sign design to inform Guest the maximum people Permitted in one location / room. The sign maximum occupancy is calculated base on few concepts.

1)     Maximum Occupancy base on floor capacity weight

2)     Maximum occupancy base on fire safety Protocol ( Number of exit etc)

3)     Maximum occupancy sign base on health – such as Amount of carbon monoxide provided in specific room vs ventilation or even viruses ( occupancy base on corona virus 6-feet apart)

Terms You Should Know related to the maximum occupancy signage:

Occupancy load-Occupancy load refers to the number of people permitted in a building at one time based on the building’s floor space and function

Maximum occupancy-Maximum occupancy refers to the maximum number of people permitted in a room measured per foot for each width of the exit door. The maximum is 50 per foot of exit.

Assembly Occupancy-According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an assembly occupancy refers to “an occupancy (1) used for a gathering of 50 or more persons (2) used as a special amusement building

What Are Maximum Occupancy Load Signs? An occupancy load must be posted on signs, which are sometimes called maximum occupancy load signs so that this information is publicly available.

Is the occupancy sign present? The 2018 International Building Code (IBC) requires that signs should be present in all “assembly occupancies.” . Many state, city and municipalities require owners to comply with the law and install occupancy signs for example in: Restaurants, Bars, coffe shop, night clubs, casinos, Event location wedding events, class room, gym, exam rooms and many more….

Has the sign been maintained? It is the responsibility of the owners to make sure that the sign is not damaged by wear or abuse and follow all state city and fire department rules and regulations.

Is the sign clear and legible? Signs should be clear and strong contrast between background and lettering.

Is the occupancy sign placed in a suitable location? Every room or space that is an assembly occupancy shall have the occupant load of the room or space posted in a conspicuous place, near the main exit or exit access doorway from the room or space and next to entrance.

In summary, the occupancy must be posted in many buildings on signs that are clearly visible and legible.

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