Occupancy Load Signs — Ontario Fire Code s.2.5.3.7
Regulation O.Reg 213/07 s.2.5.3.7 · Province of Ontario
§The Law
O.Reg 213/07 s.2.5.3.7 — Regulation O.Reg 213/07 s.2.5.3.7
“Assembly occupancies must have signs posted indicating the maximum number of persons permitted to occupy the room or area.”
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Every assembly area (restaurant, hall, gym, church) must post a sign stating the maximum number of people allowed. "Occupant Load: 150 Persons" for example.
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Required in all assembly occupancies
Permanently posted — not removable
Conspicuous location near entrance
Content: "Occupant Load: [N] persons"
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Ontario Fire Code — O. Reg. 213/07
Ontario.ca · March 2026
The Ontario Fire Code establishes requirements for fire safety in buildings including exit signs, fire route signs, occupancy load signs, and emergency lighting.
Ontario Fire Protection and Prevention Act, 1997
Ontario.ca · March 2026
The OFPPA gives fire chiefs authority to designate fire routes, order sign installation, and enforce compliance. Maximum penalties: $100,000 individual, $500,000 corporate.
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