building with a generator which has separate emergency transfer switch/panelbd and standby transfer switch/panelboard.
Can the fire alarm system be connected to the emergency system or would it be considered legally required standby power?

A branch circuits for emergency lighting need to run a good distance down a hall which does not have a fire sprinkler system. 700.9(D)(1), assuming it applies to my building, does it apply to branch circuits? If so does anyone manufacture a 1 hour cable or protective system?