How is discharge status communicated to occupants?

• A. Audible/visual alarms and reporting to the building fire alarm system.
• B. An email alert to building occupants only.
• C. A physical note left on entry doors.
• D. No occupant notification is required.

Answer: (A)

Discharge status must be communicated to occupants through the building’s fire alarm system by triggering audible alarms and visual indicators, and by reporting the event to the fire alarm panel. This immediate, system-wide alert ensures all occupants are warned to evacuate or take protective actions, and it informs responders about the activation. Relying on an email, a note on a door, or no notification would not provide timely, comprehensive awareness for everyone inside the building, so the integrated audible/visual alarms with fire alarm reporting is the correct approach.