To whom should the third copy of the contractor's material and test certificate be sent?

• A. Local AHJ
• B. The property owner
• C. The insurance company
• D. The contractor's supervisor

Answer: (A)

Documentation of materials and tests is required so the installation can be reviewed for code compliance. In typical practice, three copies of the contractor’s material and test certificate are produced: one for the property owner, one for the contractor’s records, and a third for the local authority having jurisdiction. The local AHJ is the official body that enforces fire protection codes and conducts inspections, so they need this third copy to verify that the components were approved and that the tests were completed before authorization or final acceptance. Without sending that copy to the AHJ, the project cannot be properly reviewed or approved, which can delay inspections or occupancy.