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NFPA 72: 2007 edition, NFPA 25: 2008 edition, NFPA 10: 2002 edition, ULCS536: 2004 edition

C O D E R E Q U I R E M E N T S F O R

FUNCTIONAL TESTINGWEEKLYFIRE PUMP Churn Test NFPA 25

MONTHLYAUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM

Daily and monthly Status Check ULC S536Alarm Systems Supervisory field devices, Supervisory circuits and DCL, in-and-outconductors of supervised circuits, ancillary device control circuit, one initiatingfield device, operation of common audible and visual trouble signals, one emergencyphone, voice paging capability to one zone. Battery terminals are clean and lubricated,terminal clamps are secure, electrolyte level and specific gravity.

PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERSEnsure in proper operating condition. Safety seals, tags, pressure gauge NFPA 10readings, WHMIS Label

EMERGENCY LIGHTS/EXIT SIGNS30 seconds quick check and battery check CSA-282

FIRE PUMPWeekly system procedures. Electric 10 min. Diesel 30 min. NFPA 25

QUARTERLYSPRINKLERS

Mechanical Water Flow Devices NFPA 25Valves, Valve ComponentsLow Air Pressure AlarmsQuick Opening DevicesPriming Water

SEMI ANNUALLYHOOD SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

All Kitchen Suppression Systems NFPA17ASPRINKLER

Valve Supervisory Devices NFPA 25

ANNUALLYPORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Conductivity test of all carbon dioxide hose assemblies. Ensure in NFPA 10proper operating condition. Safety seals, tags, pressure gauge reading,HMIS table. Empty and recharge all stored pressure loaded streamfire extinguishers.

AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARM SYSTEMSControl Equipment: Building Systems Connected to NFPA 72Supervising Station ULC S536Functions, Fuses, Interface Equipment, Lamps & LEDs,Primary (main) Power Supply, TranspondersBatteries - Fire Alarm SystemsControl Unit Trouble SignsEmergency Voice/Alarm Communications EquipmentRemote AnnunciatorsInitiating DevicesDuct Smoke DetectorsElectromechanical Releasing DevicesFire Extinguishing System(s) or Suppression System(s) SwitchesFire Alarm Boxes (Pull Stations)Heat DetectorsAll Smoke Detectors - FunctionalFire - Gas and other detectorsInterface EquipmentSpecial Hazard EquipmentAlarm Notification DevicesAudible DevicesAudible Textual Notification AppliancesVisible DevicesSupervising Station Fire Alarm System - TransmittersDACT, DARTSpecial Procedures

SPRINKLERSMain Drain NFPA 25Antifreeze SolutionValves, Valve ComponentsPressure Reducing Valves/Relief Valves (part flow)

ANNUALLY (CONTINUED)Master Pressure Reducing Valves (full flow)Control ValvesDry System, Partial Trip TestDeluge, Preaction Full Trip TestAir Maintenance DeviceBackflow Prevention AssembliesFull Forward Flow TestStandpipeMain Drain TestHose ValvesValves (all types)Private Fire ServiceMonitor NozzlesHydrantsFire Pump SystemFull FlowAnnual MaintenanceDry System Full Flow Trip TestDry System Air Leakage

3 YEAR TESTSPRINKLERS

Dry System Full Flow Trip Test NFPA 25Dry System Air Leakage

5 YEAR TESTPORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Hydrostatic testing of Carbon Dioxide, wet chemical and foam NFPA 10Extinguishers Dry System Air LeakageFire ExtinguishersHydrostatic testing of cartridges associated with portable fireextinguishers and wheeled unitsHydrostatic testing of carbon dioxide hoses equipped witha shut-off valve

SPRINKLERSGauges NFPA 25Sprinklers – Extra-high Temperature/Corrosive AtmosphereFire Department ConnectionsHydrostatic Test Siamese Connections, in some locationsStandpipe - Full Flow Test Remote PointHose Connection Pressure Reducing Valves (full flow)Hydrostatic Test Manual/Dry Standpipes

STAND PIPE HOSES5 year test for new hoses and every 3 years thereafterValves, Valve ComponentsPressure Reducing Valves/Relief Valves (full flow)Private Fire ServiceFull Flow Test

6 YEAR TESTPORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Stored-pressure extinguishers requiring 12 year hydrostatic test NFPA 25shall be emptied and subjected to applicable maintenance procedures.

12 YEAR TESTPORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Hydrotest of dry chemical and clean agent extinguishers NFPA 10Hydrotest of dry chemical hose equipped with a shut-off valve.

10 YEAR INTERVAL AND GREATERSPRINKLERS

Dry Type At 10 years and every 10 years thereafterQuick At 20 years and every 10 years thereafterResponseStandard At 50 years and every 10 years thereafter

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DAILY/WEEKLYSPRINKLERS

Gauges (Dry, Preaction, and Deluge Systems) NFPA 25Cold Weather Enclosures (daily/weekly)Valves, Valve Components, Trim InspectionsSealed Control ValvesMaster Pressure ReducingFire Pump SystemCasing Relief ValvesPressure Relief ValvesPump House, Heating Ventilating LouversBackflow Prevention AssembliesReduced PressureReduced Pressure DetectorsControl Valves (locked/supervised)StandpipeSealed Control Valves

MONTHLYPORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Location Pressure Tamper Indicator, Hose/Nozzle Sign, Hanger, NFPA 10Hazard Assessment, HMIS LabelLocation in designated placeNo obstruction to access or visibilityOperating instructions on nameplate legible and facing outwardSafety seals and tamper indicators not broken or missingFullness determined by weighing or “hefting”Examination for obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage or clogged nozzlePressure gauge reading or indicator in the operable range or positionCondition of tires, wheels, carriage, hose, and nozzle checked (for wheeled units)HMIS Label in place

AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARMControl Equipment; Alarm, Supervisory, and Trouble Signals ULC S536Sprinklers Gauges (wet, dry, preaction, and deluge systems) NFPA 25Valves, Valve Components, Trim InspectionsLocked/Supervised Control ValvesValve Supervisory SwitchesTamper SwitchesAlarm Valves (exterior bells)Dry Pipe, Deluge, Preaction ValvesPressure Reducing ValvesBackflow Prevention AssembliesDouble Check ValvesControl Valves (locked/supervised)StandpipeControl Valves (locked/supervised)

EMERGENCY LIGHTS/EXIT SIGNSFunctional Test NFPA 101, 70

HOOD OWNERS INSPECTIONS NFPA 17Suppression System

QUARTERLYSPRINKLERS NFPA 25

Alarm Devices NFPA 25Fire Department ConnectionsPressure Reducing and Relief ValvesSprinkler SystemsHose ConnectionsHose RacksBackflow Prevention AssembliesFire Department ConnectionsStandpipePrivate Fire Service Maintenance

SEMI ANNUALLYHOOD SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

Suppression System NFPA 96FusibleLinkReplacement NFPA17,17A

AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARMControl Equipment: Alarm, Supervisory, and Trouble Signals ULC S536FusesInterfaced Equipment

SEMI ANNUALLY (CONTINUED)Lamps and LEDsPrimary (main) Power SupplyControl Equipment: Fire Alarm Systems Unmonitored forAlarm, Supervisory, and Trouble SignalsNickel-CadmiumSealed Lead-AcidTransient SuppressorsControl Unit Trouble SignalsEmergency Voice/Alarm Communications EquipmentRemote AnnunciatorsBatteriesSealed Lead-AcidSupervising Station Fire Alarm Systems – TransmittersDACT

SPRINKLERSPrivate Fire Service NFPA 25Monitor Nozzles

ANNUALLYHOOD SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

Fusible Links NFPA 17, 17ACartridge (Hydrostatic Test/Replacement) - PYROCHEM

PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERSAll of monthly inspection, plus conductivity test (Carbon Dioxide), NFPA 10Determination of 6 year or Hydrotest, inspection of shell and nameplateHanger/seismic bracing

AUTOMATIC FIRE ALARMControl Equipment: Alarm, Supervisory, and Trouble Signals ULC S536FusesInterfaced EquipmentLamps and LEDsPrimary (main) Power SupplyControl Equipment: Fire Alarm Systems Unmonitored forAlarm, Supervisory, and Trouble SignalsRadiant Energy Fire DetectorsSupervisory Signal DevicesWaterflow Devices

SPRINKLERSPipe and Fittings (from floor) NFPA 25Hangers/Seismic BracingSprinklers (from floor)Spare SprinklersStandpipePipingHose RacksHose Connections/Hose ValvesHose/Hose NozzlesValves, Valve Components, Trim InspectionsInterior Dry, Deluge, PreactionPressure Reducing ValvesPrivate Fire ServiceHydrantsMain Line Strainers

EMERGENCY LIGHTS/EXIT SIGNS30 Minute drain test and inspection, verification of charge voltage, CSA-C282alignment of heads, hazard assessment, inspection sticker, required paperwork

5 YEARSSPRINKLERS

Internal Obstruction Investigation NFPA 25Valves, Valve components, Trim InspectionsStrainers, Filters, OrificesInterior Check ValvesInterior Alarm, Dry, Deluge, Preaction Valves

12 YEARSHOOD SUPPRESSION SYSTEM

Regulator NFPA 17, 17ATank Cylinder (Hydrostatic Test)Cartridge (Hydrostatic Test/Replacement) - ANSULActuation Hose (Hydrostatic Test/Replacement

C O D E R E Q U I R E M E N T S F O R

VISUAL INSPECTIONS

NFPA 72: 2007 edition, NFPA 25: 2008 edition, NFPA 10: 2002 edition, ULCS536: 2004 edition

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