Do I need a separate circuit for the FACP in a small office?

Question

Inspector flagged it last time. What's typical?

Coastal Wire GA · Answer

Ask the AHJ about local amendments, and have the electrician label the panel location on the FACP.

Rocket City Networks · Answer

Don't forget the battery calculation; the inspector will usually ask for it too.

Kendall S. · Answer

NFPA 72 calls for a dedicated branch circuit with a locked breaker marked FIRE ALARM. Most AHJs enforce it even in small offices.