Manual fire alarm boxes shall be installed in what manner?

• A. Securely mounted, conspicuous, unobstructed and accessible
• B. Loosely mounted and hidden
• C. Mounted only behind signage
• D. Mounted on ceilings

Answer: (B)

Manual fire alarm boxes are placed so they can be found and used immediately in an emergency. They should be securely mounted on a wall or approved surface, at a readily reachable height, and kept conspicuous and unobstructed along exit routes. Clear labeling and visibility are essential so anyone—occupants, visitors, or responders—can locate and operate the box without delay.

Loosely mounted or hidden devices can fall, be blocked, or be hard to reach, delaying notification. Mounting a pull station behind signage or on ceilings makes it difficult to locate quickly and isn’t appropriate for manual call points, which are intended to be seen and accessed easily at waist to eye level on walls.