NFPA 72 7.5.5. Record Drawings state 7.5.5.1 Record drawings shall consist of current updated and shop drawings reflecting the actual installation of all system equipment, components, and wiring. The question is can someone help clarify what is meant by "actual". I understand wiring and terminations, actual locations of devices, etc. What about… Show more

The more factual the "as built" (record documents) means to me a better quality job has been done. Especially during troubleshooting system failures. I have seen the results of major alterations to fire alarm system done by a licensed contractor without the as built drawings. Of course, citations were issued and plan of correction approved. No…