This document outlines the 2023 Florida Building Code regulations for categorising and protecting educational and daycare facilities. It distinguishes between Group E for schools and older children and Group I-4 for custodial care, noting specific conditions where daycare centres may be reclassified. The text details critical safety thresholds for automatic sprinklers and manual fire alarms, which are often determined by floor area, occupant load, or the ages of those present. Furthermore, it highlights means of egress requirements, including specific rules for exit doors and locking mechanisms in care environments. By comparing these two classifications, the source provides a framework for ensuring life-safety compliance ...