The statement 'An in-building fire emergency voice/alarm communications system is required for systems using total evacuation plans' is true or false.

• A. True
• B. Not specified
• C. Not applicable
• D. False

Answer: (D)

The need for an in-building emergency voice/alarm communications system isn’t tied to using a total evacuation plan. Voice evacuation systems are required in certain occupancies and building types where clear, directed instructions are essential for safe evacuation—such as large, tall, or complex facilities (and in some healthcare, assembly, or high-rise buildings). However, a total evacuation plan can often be implemented using standard fire alarm audible/visual notification without a dedicated in-building voice system, depending on the code requirements for the specific occupancy. So, the statement is false because the presence of a total evacuation plan does not universally mandate a voice/alarm communications system.