01 What to verify first
- The extraction demand and smoke zones identified in approved documents
- The intended makeup-air sources, paths and controlled openings
- All fan, damper, alarm, power and status interfaces
02 Information to prepare
- Mechanical, architectural, electrical and control drawings
- Opening, fan, damper and equipment schedules
- Known building changes, blocked paths and prior test information
03 Decision factors
- Coordination with extraction and smoke-zone boundaries
- Effects on doors, circulation paths and normal building operation
- Access for testing, balancing, controls verification and maintenance
04 Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating makeup air as a standalone comfort-ventilation item
- Assuming any available opening provides the required path
- Changing openings or controls without reviewing the full sequence
Related equipment, systems and services
Makeup air systemsReview DGRB's commercial scope, project process and assessment next step.
Smoke control systemsCompare the related system approaches before narrowing the requirement.
Smoke extraction systemsReview the extraction side of the coordinated strategy.
Contact DGRBSend the available plans, records and site details for review.
Questions buyers often ask
What does this smoke-control makeup air system checklist cover?
It organizes the site, system and project information needed for review. Use the approved plans, current rules and product documentation for the final scope.
Can I send incomplete information?
Yes. Send what is available and clearly mark what is unknown. DGRB can identify which missing details need a site assessment or specialist confirmation.
Does completing the checklist confirm compliance?
It prepares the site and project information for review. Approval and calculations follow the applicable project process.
References
Use the approved plans, product instructions and current requirements for final decisions. BFP Revised IRR of RA 9514 · NFPA 92: Smoke Control Systems