# Missing Certification or Compliance Documentation in Division 27 Communications submittals

> Source: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/27-communications/missing-certification/

A required listing, test report, certification, or compliance document is absent from the submittal package.

## What to look for in Division 27 Communications

Required certifications in Div 27 submittals:
- **TIA-568 compliance** (structured cabling standard) - testing and component compliance
- **TIA-569 compliance** (pathways and spaces) - room sizing and pathway fill documentation
- **TIA-606 compliance** (administration standard) - labeling and documentation plan
- **TIA-607 compliance** (grounding and bonding for telecommunications)
- **BICSI standards compliance** for design and installation
- **ANSI/NECA/BICSI 568** (installation standard) for workmanship
- **ETL/UL verified** cabling components (UL listed or ETL verified per applicable standard)
- **UL 2043** listing for cables and equipment in plenum air-handling spaces
- **NFPA 70 (NEC) Article 800** compliance for communications circuits
- **NFPA 90A** compliance for plenum-rated cable
- **FCC Part 15** certification for wireless equipment (access points, DAS)
- **Manufacturer extended warranty** letter (most specs require 15-25 year system warranty from single manufacturer)
- **RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer)** credential for system designer where spec requires
- **Installer certification** from cabling manufacturer (factory-authorized installer)
- **Test equipment calibration** certificates for field testers

## Severity

Default grade: Fix and Resubmit. Escalates to Blocker when the missing document is a code or life-safety requirement (UL listing, fire rating).