MAINTENANCE OF FIRE FIGHTING AND PROTECTION SYSTEMS

Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems MAINTENANCE OF FIRE PROTECTION AND FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEMS

INTRODUCTION Maintenance is defined as a combination of any action carried out to retain an item or to restore it to an acceptable working condition. Retain implies work carried out in anticipation of failure to operate, and Restore implies work carried out after failure. Maintenance of services in a building are important, as services tend to deteriorate more rapidly than other building components Constant usage Misused Negligence and improper Maintenance Life period for some components. The other important reason to conduct regular maintenance of fire protection systems in Singapore is to obtain the Fire Certificate for public buildings. Upon receiving the application for inspection on completion of the installation of fire protection systems, FSB may decide to conduct spot checks to ensure things are in order before issuing either a Temporary Fire Permit or Fire Safety Certificate. In case where Temporary Fire Permit is issued, the qualified person shall follow-up with whatever rectification is necessary and re-apply for Fire Safety Certificate in due course. For most building projects, the issuance of Fire Safety Certificate marks the completion of submission procedures in so far as the Fire Safety requirements are concerned. However most buildings undergo constant changes throughout its economical lifetime. As a result, the existing fire safety measures and fire protection systems will be adversely affected. FIRE CERTIFICATE The Fire Safety Act requires public buildings having an occupant load of more than 200 person to apply and obtain a Fire Certificate within one year from the date of issuance of Temporary Fire Permit or Fire Safety Certificate. The Fire Certificate is renewed yearly. Inspections may be conducted by FSB to check the standard of maintenance of fire protection systems and fire safety measures before renewing the permit. Professional engineers shall be engaged by building owners to certify maintenance of fire safety system.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems The Fire Certificate may be revoked for breach of fire safety requirements. Planned Preventive Maintenance: is work directed to prevention of failure of a facility carried out with-in the life period of the facility to ensure its continued operation Planned Corrective Maintenance : is work carried out to restore a facility to operation or an acceptable working condition Unplanned Maintenance : is work resulting from unforeseen break-downs or damage due to external causes. What is Acceptable Standard ? or Acceptable Working Condition ? BS 3811 Defines: If there exists a statutory requirement for maintenance, Acceptable Standard must be no less than that necessary to meet that statutory requirements. Acceptable Working condition could only be assured by satisfactory completion of a series of tests carried out to ensure the functionality of the equipment TESTING AND MAINTAINING SPRINKLER SYSTEM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Visual inspections Proving Water Test Testing of sprinkler pumps Testing of sprinkler alarms Checking of water supply

Visual inspections Sprinkler heads are not obstructed or painted over Protective guard to prevent mechanical damages System pressure & Supply water pressure are almost equal. Installation stop valve in fully open position, strapped & padlocked Installation drain valves & test valves are fully closed position Alarm motor and gong is secured fully open. Pumps on Auto mode. Sprinkler risers to indicate storeys served. Breeching inlet rigidly supported and housed in protective enclosure

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems Rules of the F.O.C for Automatic Sprinkler Installations 29th Edition 2300 PRESSURE AND FLOW REQUIREMENTS Note- The running pressures referred to in Paras 2310 and 2320 are those measured on the c gauge immediately above the alarm valve. 2310 EXTRA LIGHT Hazard Class The water supply must be capable of providing at the installation control valves a running pressure of at least 2.2b plus the pressure equivalent to the difference in height between the valves and the highest sprinkler when water is being discharged from the valves at the rate of 225 dm3/min. 2320 ORDINARY Hazard Class 2321 GROUP I The water supply must be capable of providing at the installation control valves a running pressure of at least 1.0b plus the pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when water is being discharged from the valves at a rate of 375 dm3/min, and at least 0.7b plus the pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when the flow rate is increased to 540 dm3/min. 2322 GROUP II The water supply must be capable of providing at the installation control valves a running pressure of at least 1.4b plus the pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when water is being discharged from the valves at a rate of 725 dm3/min, and at least 1.0b plus the pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when the flow rate is increased to 1000 dm3/min. 2323 GROUP III The water supply must be capable of providing at the installation control valves a running pressure of at least 1.7b plus the pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when water is being discharged from the valves at a rate of 1100 dm3/min, and at least 1.4b plus the pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when the flow rate is increased to 1350 dm3/min.

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2324 GROUP III SPECIAL The water supply must be capable of providing at the installation control valves a running pressure of at least 2.0b plus the pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when water is being discharged from the valves at a rate of 1800 dm3/min. and at least 1.5b plus the equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the valves when the flow rate is increased to 2100 dm3/min. 2330 EXTRA HIGH Hazard Class 2331 The water supply must be capable of providing the flow and the corresponding running pressure given in tables 2320A and B, at the 48 sprinkler point at the level of the highest sprinklers in the EXTRA HIGH Hazard portion of the premises commensurate with the requisite density of discharge and area of operation laid down in Section 1 for the particular class of occupancy. Proving Water Test Objectives of the proving water test is to determine : Design flow rate achievable Running pressure at the design flow rate Calculation : ( According to Code of Practice ) For Ordinary Hazard Group III , the running pressure required at the installation control valve at a flow rate of 110 dm3/min = 1.7 Bar + Pd Where Pd = Pressure equivalent of the difference in height between the highest sprinkler and the control valve Therefore the running pressure required at the control valve at a flow rate of 1100 dm3/min should be greater than ( 1.7 + Pd ) bar Procedure : The control valve is adjusted to give a flow rate of 1100 dm3/min readable directly from the gap meter provided in the proving water pipe. The running pressure can then be noted from the pressure gauge. If the reading exceeds the calculated value of ( 1.7 + Pd ) bars, then increase the flow rate to 1350 dm3/min and observe the pressure reading. The pressure reading should indicate a pressure of above ( 1.4 + Pd ) bar. If both conditions are satisfied then the water proving test is satisfactorily completed.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems The Professional Engineer is also required to submit a report on the water proving test on the sprinkler system. Testing of Sprinkler pumps Arrangement of pumps : One electric pump (duty) and one diesel pump (stand by) Or Two electric pumps one serving as duty and the other stand by similar capacity, both connected to the generator power supply. Check all pump suction and delivery valves are fully opened. Check the sensitivity of the jockey pump. Cut-in and cut-out pressure for the jockey pump. Sprinkler pump starting at the pre-set pressure Check pump alarm indicators Simulate failure of the duty pump and verify operation of the standby pump changeover mechanism. Run pump under full load for 10 minutes (NFPA) Simulate power failure, in order to ensure the operation of the stand by generator set, to provide secondary power supply to the sprinkler pumps. Check for excessive noise and vibration of each pump and motor during operation. Check priming arrangement. Conduct visual inspections for all glands, seals and pipeline connections to ensure no leakage. Check that the pumps can be stop manually. Finally, check the operational function of the auto circulation relief valve.

Diesel pump if installed the problems are usually confined to the starting mechanism : Check and verify engine oil, water levels before starting the pump. Start the pump and let it run on full load for 30 minutes. Check battery charging equipment, and voltage Check battery test switch. Ensure terminals are clean and secure, top up battery electrolyte level if necessary.

Pump Control Panel : Performance of fire pump control panel for automatic and manual operations Ensure all indicator lights and buzzer for correct operation.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems Conduct visual inspection for conditions of all electronic components, which included resisters, capacitors and cables. Ensure electrical cables and terminals secured and tightened. Check for panel corrosion.

Testing of Sprinkler Alarm system Check and verify operation of all water flow equipment. Water flow gong, flow switches & pressure switches Clean strainer on alarm motor gong Check for general sounding of alarm system

Water Supply & Storage Verify suction, delivery and balancing valves from tank is secured fully open, strapped & padlocked. Check for water level indicator & physical water level in the tank. Check for tank filling mechanism : PUB supply, transfer tank, transfer pump operation. Water tank capacity in order.

TESTING & MAINTAINING WET RISER SYSTEM Wet riser systems are used for buildings with habitable storey exceeding 60m. Wet riser systems are provided with water storage tank, self reliant pumping system, riser pipes, landing valves and breeching inlet. The following procedures are recommended when testing wet riser system during routine maintenance program. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Visual inspections Flow test Pressure test Testing of pumping equipment Water supply and Storage.

Visual Inspection : visually check the following : Breeching inlet Clear of obstructions Housed in protective enclosures & rigidly supported Painted red and Labeled Wet riser breeching inlet Stack numerically differentiated Breeching inlet connected to wet riser water tank or transfer tank Location of breeching inlets are according to plan

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems Riser pipe Number of riser stacks in order Direction of flow indicated Earthing provided Not passing through unprotected area Air release valve provided

Landing Valves Condition of handwheel satisfactory Landing Valves strapped & padlocked Riser number clearly indicated Blank caps provided Pressure reducing facility provided ( if applicable )

Flow Test The wet riser system are tested for sufficient discharge flow under gravity feed or pump operation. The minimum discharge stipulated in the code of practice CP 29 is as follows : For commercial & non residential building : 381/sec For residential buildings : 271/sec Testing of pumping equipment Check all pump suction and delivery valves are fully opened Automatic starting and stopping of wet rise pump at pre-set pressures, and record starting pressure. Run pump under full load for 10 minutes if electric pump is used, and for 30 minutes if diesel pump is used. Check automatic change over from duty to standby pump Check automatic change over from PUB power supply to secondary power supply All pumps can start and stop manually Check priming arrangement, excessive noise and vibration Check pump selector switch on Auto position on the control panel.

Water Supply and Storage Verify stop Valves from tanks is secured fully open, strapped & padlocked. Check for water level indicator & physical water level in tank Check tank filling mechanism : PUB supply, transfer tank, and transfer pump operation. Water tank capacity in order.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems The procedure is first hydraulically critical landing valve must be identified. Usually the highest landing valve in the riser stack is subjected to test. A hydrant flow testing nozzle is connected to the landing valve and the flow is measured. The code also permits to open up to three landing valves in the same stack and the cumulative flow should be greater than 381/sec for commercial buildings and 271/sec for residential buildings. Pressure test The running pressure at the hydraulically critical landing valve should not be less than 3.5 bar pressure. The maximum static pressure at the lowest landing valve should not exceed 8 bars. Static pressure could be measured by a pressure gauge which can be fixed on to the landing valve. However the recommended value of static pressure for a fireman to handle a wet rise hose with comfort is 5.5 bars. TESTING & MAINTAINING DRY RISERS Dry riser system are used for building with habitable storey above 24m high and less than 60m high. Dry risers are facility provided for the SCDF personal to use in the event of an out break of a fire in high-rise buildings. The following procedures are recommended when testing a dry riser system during routine maintenance program. 1. Visual inspection 2. Hydrostatic testing Visual Inspection : visually check the following Breeching inlet Clear of obstructions Housed in protective enclosures & rigidly supported Painted yellow and labeled Dry rising breeching inlet Dry riser stack numerically differentiated. Blank caps provided Riser Pipe Number of riser stacks in order Direction of flow indicated Earthing provided

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems Not passing through unprotected area Air release valve provided.

Landing Valves Conditions of hand wheel satisfactory Strapped & padlocked Riser number clearly indicated Blank caps provided Clear of obstructions Painted yellow

Hydrostatic pressure test Charge the riser stack with water using a hand pump or a motorised pump and develop a pressure of 13.8 bar and lock the valve so that you will be able to observe any pressure drop. The pressure must remain unchanged for a period of 2 hours. Check for any leakage, and the working of the air release valve. CP 29 : 1984 SECTION 9 : MAINTENANCE OF SYSTEMS AND RECTIFICATION OF DEFECTS 9.1 FIRE HYDRANTS 9.1.1 Arrangements should be made by the owners or the occupiers to ensure that, at least once a year, maintenance is carried out on all private fire hydrants by a competent person. 9.1.2 Periodical inspections of the vicinity of all fire hydrants should also be made to ensure that there are no obstructions impeding accessibility. 9.1.3 Periodical inspection should be made to ensure that all isolating valves for systems are kept locked in an open position. Also flow and pressure should be checked to ensure that supplies have not deteriorated. 9.2 RISING MAINS 9.2.1 Competence of Maintenance Personnel. The services of a competent person should be obtained to carry out maintenance and repairs.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems 9.2.2 Dry Rising Mains 9.2.2.1 Inlets, landing valves, drain valves, door hinges and locking arrangements to the inlet and landing valve boxes should be inspected every six months. Special attention should be given to all valves, spindles, glands and washers to ensure that they are in satisfactory conditions so that all equipment continue to be ready for immediate use. 9.2.2.2 In addition, it is recommended that wet tests be carried out annually when the main can be checked for leaks. 9.2.3 Wet Rising Mains Maintenance of wet rising mains involves additional checks from those mentioned in Subclause 9.2.2.1. The additional checks are : (a) (b) Check on the cleanliness of storage tanks. Thorough check of the booster pumps and their associated mechanical and electrical equipment.

9.2.5 Hose Reels 9.2.5.1 Hose reels should be subjected to regular inspection to ensure that the inlet valve, the automatic on/off valve (if any), glands, tubing and shut-off nozzle are sound and free from leaks, and also to ensure that the outlet of the nozzle is not choked. 9.2.5.2 Some nozzles, in addition to giving a jet stream, are also capable of producing a cone spray. In these cases, the correct functioning of each role should be checked. 9.2.5.3 If booster pumps have been installed (see Subclause 4.5.2) these and their associated mechanical and electrical equipment should also be checked. 9.2.5.4 Once a year the hose should be completely run out and subjected to operational water pressure to ensure that the hose is in good condition and that all couplings are water-tight. A flow test should be carried out to ensure that a discharge of at least 0.4 L/s is achieved. If it is not possible to test every hose reel, at least the highest reel on each rising main should be tested.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems 9.2.7 Hose Reel Accessibility 9.2.7.1 It is essential that the hose reels remain unobstructed and that they should be available for use at all times. 9.2.7.2 In buildings that have large open floor areas such as warehouses, the stacking arrangements should provide for unobstructed access to the hose reels. It may also be considered necessary to provide guardrails around the hose reel position to prevent stacking taking place immediately adjacent, care being taken that the guardrails do not obstruct the operation of the hose. 9.2.7.3 Where stacking is taking place, notices indicating the hose reel positions should be sited at high level. These notices should be situated over the main avenues, subject to directional arrows being provided. TESTING & MAINTAINING GAS/VAPOUR SYSTEMS Gas/vapour fire protection system refers to Halon system, FM200, Inergen, NAF S3, systems which are in the market as replacement for Halons. The main objective of inspecting and testing the system is to ensure that the system is in full operating condition. The following procedures are recommended when testing a gas/vapour fire suppression system during routine maintenance: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Visual inspections Simulation test Testing fire detection and actuation system Agent supply Piping and nozzles

Visual inspections : Visually check the following : Instruction signs displayed Warning signs displayed Beacon lights at all entrances Blinking Evacuation signs Sirens provided within protected area Manual activation switch at entrance or suitable location

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All doors provided with self closures No potential leakage from protected area Breathing apparatus provided.

Simulation test Precaution Before carrying out any test on Gas/vapour systems isolate the Solenoid actuators connecting the cylinders. 1st Mode Activation by any one detector Fire alarm activation Beacon lights / Evacuation signals on Aircon supply to the protected area cut off Motorised fire dampers closed Signal correctly received at the main & sub indicator panels Signal received by DECAM

2nd Mode Activation of any other detector connected to a cross zoned detector Siren activated Gas discharged sign lighted the time delay should be checked The time delay should not exceed 60 seconds.

Testing Detection & Actuation system The following checks are to be made on the detection system electrical, and actuation systems: Check indicators and warning lights Check systems is electrically supervised Check all external circuits Check the secondary power supply for the panel Check operation of manual release switch.

Agent Supply The following observations are to be made on Gas/vapour storage facilities The conditions of brackets and supports Check pressure in the cylinder Check weight of the content

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems The NFPA guidelines have stipulated that at least semiannually the weight and pressure of cylinders shall be checked. If a cylinder shows a loss in net weight of more than 5% or a loss in pressure of more than 10%, the cylinder shall be refilled or replaced. Piping and nozzles Check for corrosion of pipes & cylinders Check nozzles for any obstructions

1.11 Inspection, Maintenance and Instructions 1.11.1 Inspection and Tests 1.11.1.1 At least annually, all systems shall be thoroughly inspected and tested for proper operation by competent personnel. 1.11.1.2 The goal of this inspection and testing shall be ensure that the systems is in full operating condition. 1.11.1.3 Suitable discharge tests shall be made when inspection indicates their advisability. 1.11.1.4 The inspection report with recommendations shall be filled with the owner. 1.11.1.5 Between the annual inspections and tests, the system shall be inspected visually or otherwise by competent personnel, following an approved schedule and procedure. 1.11.1.6 At least semiannually, the weight and pressure of refillable containers shall be checked. If a container shows a loss in net weight of more than 5% or a loss in pressure (adjusted for temperature) of more than 10% , it shall be refilled or replaced. 1.11.1.7 Factory charged non-refillable containers which do not have a means of pressure indication shall be weighed at least semiannually. If a container shows a loss in net weight of more than 5%, it shall be replaced. 1.11.1.8 The weight and pressure of the container shall be recorded on a tag attached to the container.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems 1.11.2 Maintenance 1.11.2.1 These systems shall be maintained in full operating condition at all times. Use, impairment, and restoration of this protection shall be reported promptly to the authority having jurisdiction. 1.11.2.2 Any troubles or impairments shall be corrected at once by competent personnel. 1.11.3 Instructions. All persons who may be expected to inspect, test, maintain, or operate fire extinguishing systems shall be thoroughly trained and kept thoroughly trained in the functions they are expected to perform.

TESTING & MAINTAINING FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEMS Automatic fire detection and alarm system must be regularly inspected and tested to satisfactory standard in accordance with the requirements of Singapore Standard CP 10. The following procedures are recommended for the testing of fire detection and alarm system. 1. Visual inspections 2. Functional testing 3. Field testing Visual inspections : visually check the following : Check that all equipment are of approved type and their locations and spacing and are in accordance to approved drawing. Check the conditions of conduits trunkings and paintwork. Check the conditions of each initiating devices. Check detectors and other initiating devices are not obstructed. Check the zone chart for correct locations of initiating devices.

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Functional testing of Sub-indicator panel & Main indicator panel Test and activate all zone cards or modules to ensure that they function correctly and effectively by the selector switches provided. Alarm Normal Isolate Fault Alarm reset Inhibit Fault For testing alarm condition Normal alert condition Isolate the detection loop Indicating fault condition

Check physical conditions of batteries. Check voltage and current using a multimeter Check and test the battery monitoring devices by disconnecting the battery terminals. The fault buzzer will sound, with battery fault indicator lighted. Check and test the charger monitoring device by activating a fault through the disconnection of fuse terminal or cutting off main AC supply. The fault buzzer will sound, with fault indicator lighted. Check and test the earth supervising device initiating an earth fault on the terminals of manual call points, bell lines detector terminals. The fault buzzer will sound, with earth fault indicator lighted. This test is for checking earth fault supervising devices. Check and test the working conditions of all the indicator lights. Check that the system is connected to the DECAM and fire alarm signals are correctly transmitted to the monitoring company.

Field Testing To conduct field testing one person should be stationed at the main central control panel, and the other person at the locations of the initiating devices. During field testing the monitoring activities must be feedback to each other. Place all selector switches to normal operating condition. Test each individual manual call point for each zone by inserting test key into the test hole Ensure the alarm bells sound and the activated zone correctly shown in the panels Introduce smoke into smoke detectors and ensure that the alarm activated and signal displayed in the correct zone in the alarm panel. Introduce heat into heat detectors using either a 100W bulb or a hair dryer to generate heat to activate heat detectors Proceed to the next zone and repeat the sequence of tests on initiating devices.

The CP 10 has stipulated that the maintenance engineer should arrange to check the operation of at least 20% of the detectors in an installation each year. The selection of

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems detectors should be made in such a way that all detectors in an installation should have been checked once in any period of 5 years.

TESTING & MAINTAINING SMOKE CONTROL & STAIRCASE PRESSURISATION SYSTEMS With activation of the fire alarm system the smoke control systems and pressurisation systems come into operation. The following procedures are recommended when testing smoke control and pressurisation systems: Staircase Pressurisation system Check the pressurisation system automatically activated upon the activation of fire alarm. Fans operate at high speed if two speed system is installed. Fans operate immediately if single speed system is installed. Check fans capable of operating under PUB & secondary power supply Check average air flow velocity across doors when any two consecutive storeys and the main exit doors are opened simultaneously should not be less than 1 m/s. Check air pressure not to exceed 60 pa. Check force required to open any door should not exceed 110 Newtons. Check fans can be started and stopped manually

Smoke control system Check smoke extraction fans operate with the activation of the fire alarm. Check external doors used as replacement air should open automatically. Smoke curtains if installed should lower with the activation of the fire alarm. Rate of smoke extraction should be able to maintain visibility in the protected space. Check smoke extraction system connected to the PUB & secondary power supply, and are able operate under PUB & secondary power supply. Check smoke extraction fans started and stopped manually.

2.14 Regular Testing and Inspection 2.14.1 General. It is the responsibility of the owner of the protected building to ensure that the installation is tested in accordance with the requirements specified in this code and with any additional tests which may be required by the relevant authority. The tests should be conducted by the owner or by the contractor responsible for the maintenance of the installation and all results of the tests recorded in the log book as prescribed in Subclause 2.5.14 and signed by the owner or his representative.

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2.14.2 Daily Tests. The following check and tests should be made every day: (a) A check should be made that any fault condition which may be indicated is in fact being dealt with and that all other indicators are normal. (b) Where the connection to the fire service or other remote manned centre is a direct line NOT continuously monitored, it should be tested in accordance with the makers instructions using the test switch(es) provided for the purpose. The time of day for this test should be agreed with the Fire Services or centre concerned. On one day a week it will be incorporated in the weekly test and need not be made additionally.

2.14.3 Weekly Tests. The following tests and checks should be made every week: (a) Carry out a simulated fire alarm call by operating all alarm group test switches provided on the fire indicator board so as to transmit a full fire call through to the fire station concerned and reset the installation. Note It will be necessary to contact the Fire Service prior to the transmitting of the fire call to warn them of the simulated fire condition to be tested and also to check with the Fire Service after completion of the test to ensure the fire call was received and left under an operative condition.

(b)
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Check the battery voltage by operating the battery test switch and record voltage under load conditions in the log book. On completion of the tests ensure that all switches are in the correct operating condition, and should a fault condition exist immediately advise the maintaining engineer.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, where the fire line and alarm transmitter are under constant monitoring to check their condition or where weekly tests to the Fire Service are not permitted by the local Fire Authority, the requirements of a full call through to the Fire Service from the control point may be omitted but all other weekly tests for checking the building fire alarm system should be carried out.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems 2.14.4 Monthly Tests. In addition to the weekly test specified above, the following inspection and testing procedures should be carried out each month:

(a)

Simulate fire conditions by operating test switches on all alarm groups and resetting the installation to normal and confirm with the Fire Service that the tests have been completed. Check battery voltages and charging currents in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Check batteries including terminals for cleanliness and correct level of electrolyte in each cell to ensure that they are in good serviceable condition. Check condition of battery cabinet for corrosion and to ensure that batteries are stored in a secure condition. Check to ensure that all indicating lights are operating correctly and replace if faulty. Check operation of all alarm sounders. Check power supply failure facility by disconnecting the battery and main supply Check the initiation facilities to operate remote control functions in accordance with the appropriate codes. It is recommended that where the air-handling plant shut-down facilities are provided these should be operated at least on a quarterly basis. The persons responsible for maintaining the air-handling plant should however be notified prior to shut-down. Simulate fault conditions on all alarm groups to ensure that the fire indicator board is operating correctly including fault annuciators. Check the fire indicator board is in clean and operative condition and ensure that the enclosure is maintaining a satisfactory dust seal. Visually inspect the condition of components, including resistors, capacitors and cables.

(b) (c)

(d) (e) (f) (g) (h)

(i) (j) (k)

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Ensure that faulty parts are replaced and the replacement has been carried out satisfactorily. Note in the log book any circuits that are subject to repair, alteration or extension. Check that all switches are returned to their normal operating position (see also Subclause 2.14.3(b))

(m)

2.14.5 Annual Tests. The annual tests should consist of all the inspection and testing procedures specified in Subclause 2.14.4 and the following:

(a)

The maintaining engineer should arrange to check the operation of at least 20 percent of the detectors in an installation each year. The selection of detectors should have been checked once in any period of 5 years. The checking of detectors should take the form of either:

(i) (ii)

The testing of a detector in-situ; or The removal of a detector and its replacement by a detector which has been checked and calibrated by the supplier.

(b) (c)

Circuits requiring automatic voltage regulated supplies should be checked to ensure correct operation and voltage output. Where the heat-sensitive element of thermal detectors or the enclosure of other detectors are found to be coated with paint or any other material likely to affect adversely the operation of the detectors, such material should be cleaned off during inspection and maintenance.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems CP 10: 1980 APPENDIX D RECORDS FOR AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM INSTALLATIONS DAILY LOG I II Time Date Test Being Test End Test Particulars/Remarks III IV SFS control Room Operator Number Log Log in out V

Full Name

Sign

Columns I. II. Date of check/test. Time system or sub-system is put out of commission or rendered operational again. Note down particulars of actions taken, and alarm group and floor affected e.g. test line of Fire Service, shift detector to zone A. Serial number of Singapore Fire Service (SFS) Control Room Operator receiving call that system or particular subsystem is commissioned or uncommissioned. Name and signature of person conducting the check e.g. building safety officer, alarm system service man.

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems 10: 1980 WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL TEST REPORT

OWNER:__________________________________________________________ LOCATION: ___________________________________TIME:______________ TYPE OF TEST: WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL i DATE______________

ALARM GROUP THERMAL TEST ISOLATION IN-SITU TEST SMOKE DETECTORS+ ISOLATION IN-SITU TEST FLAME ISOLATION IN-SITU TEST MANUAL CALLPOINT ISOLATION IN-SITU

OPERATIVE MAIN SUPPLY ON CHARGER+ AND BATTERIES BATTERY LOAD TEST CHARGING CURRENT ELECTROLYTE EMERGENCY LAMP ON FIRE SERVICES CALL LOCAL ALARM BELL ALARMS+ AND ANCILLARY REMOTE ALARMS BELL ISOLATION EQUIPMENT SHUTDOWN SHUTDOWN ISOLATION FAULT BUZZER DAILY TESTS

NON-OPERATIVE

NOT APPLICABLE

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Fire Safety Manager Course-Maintenance Of Fire Fighting And Protection Systems REMARKS:______________ ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ ________________________ iDelete unapplicable + Tick if satisfactory; put asterik i if unsatisfactory and give explanation under remarks space. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE TESTS HAVE BEEN CARRIED OUT Testers Name ______________________ Signature ___________________________ Owners Name _______________________ Signature ___________________________

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