Equipment & SystemsQuestion 322 of 521
Which loads are typically served by a legally required standby system?
a.Personal comfort loads in a residence
b.Life-safety egress lighting only
c.Data-center revenue equipment chosen by the owner
d.Ventilation, smoke removal, and communication systems required by code for safety
Explanation
Legally required standby systems (Article 701) supply loads such as heating and ventilation, smoke removal, sewage disposal, and communication systems whose failure could create hazards or hamper firefighting and rescue. Pure life-safety egress loads fall under emergency systems (700), and owner-selected convenience loads fall under optional standby (702).
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