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Fire Sprinkler Systems Seminar
AS2118.1 Public Comment Draft Forum
Welcome
Chris Wyborn / Scott Williams / Matthew Wright
FPA Australia
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Fire Sprinkler Systems Seminar
1. Development of the new standard
2. An overview of the proposed changes
3. The process for providing comments on the public comment draft
4. Regulatory Adoption of the standard
5. Details on FPA Australia's Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
(FPAS) classes for Fire System Designers and Certifiers
An information session on enterprise agreements and workplace
relations will follow
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Seminar Series Sponsors
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1. Switch off or Silent mobile phones
2. Toilets
3. Breaks
4. Emergency Evacuation
5. Certificate of Attendance
6. Slides
Housekeeping
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Disclaimer
• Details of products, procedures or methods described within this presentation
are subject to change without notice.
• All information provided in this seminar is believed to be correct at the time of
presentation.
• Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy
• All information is provided in good faith and nothing contained herein is intended
to incorporate any representation or warranty, either express or implied or to
form the basis of any legal relations between the parties hereto, additional to or
in lieu of such as may be applicable to a contract of sale or purchase.
• This presentation is provided solely on the basis that users will be responsible
for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are
advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.
• FPA Australia, its directors, employees and agents do not accept any liability for
any injury, loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information.
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Provision of pre-public comment draft of AS 2118.1
DisclaimerParticipants to this seminar have been provided with an exclusive pre-public comment
version of AS 2118.1.
Distribution of the pre-public comment draft of AS 2118.1 provides an exclusive sneak peak to the improvements proposed in the standard but is subject to the following strict conditions imposed by SAI Global:
1. Must only be provided to participants at the FPA Australia AS 2118.1 seminars2. Recipients are not to photocopy, circulate or distribute the drafts;3. It must be acknowledged that this document is a pre public comment draft which may require further editorial changes; 4. Any public comment is to be provided on the public comment version; and5. It should be noted that Australian Standards can be purchased at
http://infostore.saiglobal.com/store/ or by calling 131 242.
As soon as this final public comment version becomes available all seminar participants will be informed.
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DR AS 2118.1 - Status
• The public comment period was scheduled to commence in February
2014. This has been delayed whilst the document is edited and
formatted to meet Standards Australia guidelines and ABCB protocols.
• FPA Australia respects and supports the need for proposed NCC
reference documents to meet these guidelines and protocols prior to
being released for public comment.
• The pre-public comment version of the Standard contains technical
improvements and core technical requirements which are not disputed.
However further work is required by Standards Australia to ensure the
language and drafting rules are met and to ensure new concepts are
appropriately referenced between normative and informative sections
of the Standard.
Andre Mierzwa
Australian Operations Chief Engineer
FM Global
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Standards Australia Development Phases
Proposal (80% draft plus Compelling Net Benefit Case)
Project Approval (2 times per year – Standards Resourced)
Technical Committee and Kick Off (Independent Chair)
Drafting (2 working Groups plus PIA)
Public Comment
Consideration of Comment
Draft for Postal Ballot
Publishing
April 2011
July 2011
April 2012
Dec 2014
Feb 2015
July 2015
Aug 2015
Sep 2015
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ABCB Protocol for NCC Reference Documents
Developing the new standard
May 2011 Feb 2015 NowSept. 2015
Deadline
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1999 – Standard that is currently referenced in NCC
2006 - AS 2118.1 – 2006 published without a RIS – Rejected by
ABCB
2007 to 2009 – ABCB Sprinkler Reference Document developed
2010 – AS 2118.1 2006, Amendment 1
2010 – New revision of AS 2118.1 proposed
2011 – ABCB Sprinkler Reference Document Shelved – RIS Failed
2011 – Unresolved discussion on restructuring AS 2118.1 into parts
Insurance Council categorically rejected the restructuring
2011 – April – I submitted a proposal for a new revision – following
new Standards procedures and ABCB protocol, accepted!
Developing the new standard
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The Preliminary Impact Assessment (Cost Analysis) > 200 Case Studies
Developing the new standard
1. Categorised Goods - 6000 m2 Warehouse, 12.2m internal ceiling height (at the apex) Rack Storage
In nearly all cases, the new revision comes in at substantially lower cost.
Case Study 1- Cat 2-99, Cat 3-New
Demand Costs $
Version Flow
litres
Pressure kPa Duration
minutes
Volume
litres
Ceiling In rack Infrastructure Pumps Tank Total Cost
1999 4928 732 90 443,498 105,027 133,771 124,346 61,600 56,000 480,744
New 5555 830 60 333,300 132,638 0 105,133 66,000 48,000 351,771
. Note – 1999 limits storage height to 6m – analysis is for full 10.5m storage height available
Case Study 2 - Cat 3-99, Cat 5-06-New (Cartoned Unexpanded Plastic)
Demand Costs $
Version Flow
litres
Pressure kPa Duration
minutes
Volume
litres
Ceiling In rack Infrastructure Pumps Tank Total Cost
1999 5277 820 90 474,962 105,027 133,771 124,346 62,000 58,300 483,444
New 5555 830 60 333,300 132,638 0 105,133 66,000 48,000 351,771
Note – 1999 limits storage height to 6m – analysis is for full 10.5m storage height available
$480,744
$351,771
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Sections 1 to 10 – Same headings content updated
Section 10 includes new guidance on Car Stackers
Section 11 High Hazard – All new, based on FM Data Sheets
DS 2-0 – Installation guidelines for Automatic Sprinklers
DS 8-9 – Storage of Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and Plastic Commodities
Section 12 Special Commodities – all new – based on FM Data Sheets
DS 8-3 Rubber Tire Storage
DS 8-21 Roll Paper Storage
DS 8-7 Baled Fibre Storage
DS 8-22 Storage of Baled Waste Paper
DS 8-18 Storage of Hanging Garments
DS 8-30 Storage of Carpets
DS 7-31 Storage of Aerosol Products
Section 13 Flammable and Combustible Liquids
DS 7-29 Ignitable Liquid Storage in Portable Containers and
NFPA 30
Section 14 – Hydraulic Calculation – from 2006
Overview of Changes compared to 1999 version of AS 2118.1
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Appendix A - Occupancy Classification – 1999 and 2006 revised
High Hazard Categories – New following FM Classifications
Appendix B – Referenced Documents
Appendix C – Orifice Plates
Appendix D – Water Supply Arrangements – from 2006
Appendix E – Graphic Representation of Hydraulic Characteristics – from
2006
Appendix F – Aerosols Supplementary Design Requirements – from 2006
Appendix G – Documentation – from 2006
Appendix H - Commissioning and Acceptance – from 2006
Appendix J - Minor Works – from 2006
Overview of Changes compared to 1999 version of AS 2118.1
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Minor changes and updating of terminology
“Special Sprinklers” removed – now “Types of Sprinklers”
Sprinklers referred to by K Factor (metric) and RTI
where
Q = Flow, L/min
P = Pressure, kPa
Storage Sprinklers defined by
K Factor – metric and US
Section 1 - Scope and General
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Classification of occupancies updated – New High Hazard Storage
Categories, Special Commodities and Flammable and Combustible
Liquid Storage
High Pile Storage Risks – Category of Goods
Section 2 – Classification of Sprinkler Systems and Design Data
1999 New Edition
Category 1 Category 1, 2 and 3
Category 2 Category 2, 3, 4 and 5
Category 3 Category 3, 4, 5 and Special
Category 4 Category 5, 6 and Special
Storage Risk – Special Consideration
Special Commodities and Flammable and Combustible Liquids
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Maximum floor area per system – all now uniform
9,000 m2
Antifreeze System > 30% by volume limited to 185
m2
Sprinkler compatibility – same temperature rating
and RTI in a compartment (K factor can vary –
Light Hazard and Ordinary Hazard)
Section 2 – Classification of Sprinkler Systems and Design Data
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Commentary on sprinkler water shields where needed, and heat collector
plates – no such thing
Removed all reference to FRL’s (protocol) and hence exemption for toilets
and washrooms
Section 3 - Installations
TYCO Viking
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Added exemption for sprinklers over deep fat fryers
where kitchen suppression system is fitted
Removed limitation of 4 alarm valves for grouping
of alarms
Added option of strobe light in lieu of water motor
alarm
Section 3 - Installations
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Exposure protection – now 6m (BCA)
Added Sprinkler Location Table from 2006 version
Added Glazed Openings Figures from 2006 version
Section 3 - Installations
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Grading of water supplies discontinued in favour of “Reliable Supply” and
“Dual Supply” from 2006
Pressure tanks removed throughout
Restriction on combined sprinkler and hydrant mains flow to 120 L/sec
(7,200 L/min)
(Boosting issue – Hydrant Standard)
Maximum Pressure limit increased from 1000 to 1200 kPa
Section 4 – Water Supplies
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Tank refill based on hazard – from 2006,
LH - 6 hours, OH – 12 hours, HH and Specials – 18 hours, Dual one tank
18 hours
All tanks designed to AS 2304
Added break tanks to AS 2304
Town Main performance changed from
minimum pressure to 95th percentile
Pump start pressure reduced for multiple pumps, first highest sprinkler
demand, second 100 kPa lower, etc. Provided 50% sprinkler demand still
met
Added test facility on automatic inflow for limited capacity tanks
Section 4 – Water Supplies
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Most favourable area design requirement removed.
The term Qmax replaced by “Maximum Flow Rate” – for systems with fire
pump(s)
“The maximum flow rate of the system is 130% of the flow demand for the
most unfavourable area calculation that produces the largest flow demand”
Section 4 – Water Supplies
100% 130%
Maximum Flow Rate
50 kPa
Fire Pump Duty
Pressure
kPa
Flow L/min
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Permitted shadow areas introduced
Ceiling pockets – 300mm for combustible roof/ceiling, 450mm for non-
combustible,150mm for sidewall sprinklers and < 2.83 m3
Section 5 - Spacing and Location of Sprinklers
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Cloud Ceilings
Partial Suspended Ceilings (cloud ceilings) -
full protection above and below
Treated as same hazard above and below –
not a concealed space unless totally boxed in.
Concern – fire starting between “clouds”
Section 5 - Spacing and Location of Sprinklers
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Additional guidelines on positioning
of sprinklers – long droppers not
acceptable
Suggest both issues get a stronger
more definite treatment and
prominent clauses
Section 5 - Spacing and Location of Sprinklers
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Incorporated requirements from AS 2118.9 and AS 4118.2.1
Removed references to FRL (protocol)
Added flexible tube assemblies – metal braided DN 20 LH, DN 25 OH &
HH. Limit 3.7m
Orifice plates can only be used for Light and Ordinary Hazard
Section 7 - Piping
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Installation of Control Assembly in
secured enclosure or room readily
accessible to Fire Brigade
Pressure Gauge Schedule and Valve
List required (Align with AS 1851 - 2012)
Pressure management station (pressure
reduction) included
Auto Jacking Pump included (prevention
of false alarms)
Concession for remote test points for
high rise with flow test switches at each
level
Section 8 – Valves and Ancillary Equipment
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Design now 6 sprinklers operating at 70 kPa (vs 6 @ 48 L/min)
Added design data for residential sprinklers in LH systems – 4 sprinklers
@ listed pressure
Added design data for ECLH sprinklers – 5 sprinklers @ listed pressure
Added reduced capacity tanks (reduce by 1/3 for over 25m, 2/3 under
25m) with auto inflow
Minimum Sprinkler orifice now K 8.0 (15 mm nominal orifice – 10 mm
gone)
Clarified where residential sprinklers can be used
Minimum pipes size 25mm
Section 9 – Light Hazard Class Systems
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Removed the old Density over area design to –
60 L/min from –
OH 1 – 6 sprinklers
OH 2 – 12 sprinklers
OH 3 – 18 sprinklers
OH 3 Special – 30 sprinklers
Removed partial pre calculated – fully hydraulically calculated
Sprinklers in concealed spaces considered independent from occupied
areas
Added reduced capacity tanks (reduce by 1/3 for over 25m, 2/3 under
25m) with auto inflow, and break tanks to AS 2304 if supply can feed >
120% demand
Section 10 – Orinary Hazard Systems
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Car Stackers
AS 2118.1 – 1999 - Clause 5.7.8
“Storage fixtures wider than 2m (cars or car platforms) shall be fitted
with sprinklers at each shelf level.”
New Version
Stacker sprinklers
• 15mm
• Quick Response
• Conventional
• 68 0C
• (BRE -Fire Test
• Report)
Section 10 – Orinary Hazard Systems
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Amalgamation of FM Data Sheets 2-0 and 8-9
Encapsulation – accounted for in all design tables
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Obstructed vs. Unobstructed roof/ceiling
• Construction assembly that prevents
the flow of hot gasses to spread
uniformly to the nearest 4 sprinklers.
• Construction materials (purlins) that
protrude more than 100mm
• Exceptions
Bar Joist trusses > 70% open
Bays > sprinkler spacing
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Obstructed Ceilings
Exceptions for purlins > 100mm deep
QR and SR, normal and extended coverage storage
sprinklers
Max. Spacing does not exceed 9.3 m2
Structural members do not exceed 300mm
depth
Sprinkler sensing element and deflector below
members
Members from 300 to 550mm – only standard
response sprinklers allowed
Major impact on 12 sprinkler design applications
For Extended Coverage – max. purlin depth 100 mm
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Grouped Obstructions
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Incidental High Hazard Storage
Individual Stacks < 20 m2 separated by a minimum of 2.4 m
Height limited by commodity – additional table for Special Commodities
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Extension of High Hazard into Lower Hazard
High hazard design extends 4.6m into
The Lower Hazard area
Exception – draft curtain 600 mm deep with
clear 6m wide aisle centred under the draft
curtain.
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Ceiling Slope
If exceeded –
1. False ceiling required
2. Racking – treat same as excessive clearance (in-rack sprinklers)
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
CEILING SLOPE
RTI rating In-rack sprinklers installed
Ceiling Slope
Quick Response Yes or No Up to 100
Standard Response No Up to 100
Yes Up to 200
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High Volume Low Speed (HVLS) fans
Automatic Shutdown within 90 sec of sprinklers
operating
Avoid sprinkler spray pattern obstruction issue
Nothing yet on Jet Fans
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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In-rack sprinkler positioning
New guidance on flue space being protected and rack uprights (except
when face sprinklers are located in the transverse flue affected)
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Scheme A
“Protection for higher hazard category storage or special commodities
where ceiling sprinklers are designed for less hazardous commodities or
storage arrangements”
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Tanks
Capacity
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Retail Warehousing - concession
• Solid shelves – display, up to 3.7m in 6.0m racking
• Exceptions
Aerosols
Oil Based Paints, varnish or decking oils
Solvents and Flammable Liquids in plastic containers FP<93 C
In rack sprinklers, barriers and for Solvents – Foam Water
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
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Retail Warehousing
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
Low Cost
Aerosols Paints, Varnish, Oils
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Retail Warehousing
Section 11 – High Hazard Class Systems
Low Flashpoint solvents in plastic containers
Small Foam/water system
Significant expense
Overall cheaper than 1999
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Taken from AS 2118.1 – 2006 and updated from latest FM Data Sheets
Rubber Tires – New tables for K Factor Storage Sprinklers
Roll Paper – All tables now for K Factor Storage Sprinklers
Baled Fibres and Waste Paper Storage – Additional Table for K Factor
Storage Sprinkler
Hanging Garments – All new (Data Sheet to be published shortly)
Greater flexibility for typical multi-level hanging garments up to 4.5m
Carpet Storage – All tables now for K Factor Storage Sprinklers
Aerosol Storage – All Tables now for K Factor Storage Sprinklers
Distilled Spirits – No change from AS 2118.1 - 1999
Section 12 – Special Commodities
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All new
AS 2118.9 – 1999
A4.3 Storage Risks requiring special consideration
“Aerosols with flammable content, flammable and combustible liquids in
plastic containers, vertically stored tissue paper, and the like”
Notes – Guidance may be obtained from Factory Mutual Data Sheets,
NFPA and other appropriate international standards.
A definite NO per the ABCB Protocol
Only Option was to include the design requirements into the Standard –
Hence the growth in size from 164 pages to 359.
Section 13 – Flammable and Combustible Liquids
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FM Data Sheet 7-29 and NFPA 30 – almost identical
NCC or State Regulations specify what buildings need sprinklers installed
Section 13 provides the how to
Drainage and containment
Specifications are per State Regulations (Work Safe), Codes of Practice
(in each State) and referenced in Australian Standards
AS 1940 - Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids
and
AS 3833 – The Storage and Handling of mixed classes of dangerous
goods, in packages and intermediate bulk containers
Section 13 – Flammable and Combustible Liquids
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Key elements
Flash Point
- < 93 0C flammable Liquid - (need foam for extinguishment)
- > 93 0C Combustible Liquid - (water only can extinguish)
Water Miscibility
(Hydrocarbon vs. Alcohols)
Viscosity
Container type and volume
• Metal (relieving and
non relieving)
• Plastic
• Glass
Section 13 – Flammable and Combustible Liquids
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Question
Designers, Consultants and Specifiers of sprinkler systems?
High Hazard Categorized Goods – What standard do you use and %
FM ______ NFPA _______ AS 2118 99 ______ 06 _____ Other ______
Special Commodities – What Standards and %
FM ______ NFPA _______ AS 2118 99 ______ 06 _____ Other ______
Flammable and Combustible Liquids – What Standards and %
FM ______ NFPA _______ AS 2118 99 ______ 06 _____ Other ______
Thank You
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What are the problems with the current situation –
AS 2118.1 1999
AS 2118.1 2006
FM Data Sheets
NFPA – 30, 16
Other
Questions
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New Revision – compared to what you are currently doing/using
Benefits?
Drawbacks?
Cost reduction?
Cost increase?
Question
Morning Tea
Session will resume at 10:45am
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Regulatory Adoption and Feedback Process
Chris Wyborn / Scott Williams / Matthew Wright
FPA Australia
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Regulatory Adoption of AS2118.1
AS 2118.1-1999(Amendment 1)
NCCBCA Volume One
Reference Standard
AS 2118.1 – 2015?
Referenced
NCC BCA Volume One
2016 Released
DR AS 2118.1Public
Comment
Consideration of Public
Comment by FP004
Standards Committee
Ballot
Pre-public comment draft
Assessment of Draft and PIA by
ABCB
TargetNow
PublicationAS 2118.1-
2015?
Time
New Standard considered for adoption by ABCB – October 2015
Public Comment Draft of NCC
BCA Volume One 2016
Deemed-to-Satisfy Requirement of
BCA Volume One
Good Practice where BCA
compliance is not required
Could inform an Alternative
Solution
AS 2118.1-2006
Not referenced by the NCC BCA
Volume One
2000 2006
Could inform an Alternative
Solution
2015
Standards Committee FP009Developing Draft
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Ideal Situation
NCCBCA Volume
One
AS 2118Suite
AS 2419.1
AS 2941-2013 AS 2304-2011
Primary Reference Standards
Secondary Reference Standards
Regulatory Adoption of AS2118.1
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Providing public comment
Providing Public Comment – The Next Step
1. Download the Draft Public Comment Standard from the SAI Global website
FPA Australia will distribute a link when the public comment version is released.
2. To provide feedback to FPA Australia on the Draft Standard the Association will provide a link to an electronic survey form when the public comment version is released.
Closing date for comments to FPA Australia will be 2 weeks before the end of the compulsory 9 week public comment period.
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This information confirming how your comment will be treated will be provided when you access the FPA Australia public comment electronic survey form to provide comment
Treatment of Comment
Providing Public Comment
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This is an example of how you will be requested to capture your comment when you access the FPA Australia public comment electronic survey
Capturing Comment
Providing Public Comment
FPAS System Design and Certify
Chris Wyborn / Scott Williams
Matthew Wright / Leo Mautone
FPA Australia
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
FPAS Overview
There are five classes of work that cover different activities undertaken within the fire protection
industry. The five classes of work are:
Qualified
Experienced (transitional)
Trainee (transitional)
Business Recognition
Total Approaching 700 Accredited Individuals
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
‘Fire Systems Design’ Definition
• The ‘Fire Systems Design’ class of work covers the preparation of designs to a required standard, where the final design documentation outlines the requisite design criteria and provides documentation for procurement / manufacture / construction / installation / and commissioning by competent personnel.
• The definition covering the scope of activities for ‘fire systems design’ work includes:
1. Define scope, hazard level and extent of fire systems design projects.
2. Plan layout of the fire system design.
3. Prepare detailed technical designs and documentation including plans and/or specifications for systems and equipment (including material, installation requirements; testing and commissioning schedules; project expenditure schedules; operations and maintenance manuals).
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
‘Fire Systems Design’ categories
• Initially the Scheme will focus on ‘fire systems design’ activities, relevant to jurisdiction, associated with the following essential safety measure categories:
• In the future, additional categories will be included, such as but not limited to, ‘Exit and emergency lighting’ and ‘Passive Fire Protection’.
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
‘Fire Systems Design’ Requirements
Individuals seeking accreditation in fire systems design work are required to:
• be covered by the appropriate $10m Public and Product Liability insurance• be covered by the appropriate $2m Professional Indemnity insurance, with a 7 year ‘Run-off’.
Initially Launching with the Experienced(transitional) and Trainee(transitional) Pathways
Accreditation Type Pathway Conditions
Experienced
Minimum of four (4) years relevant ’fire systems design’ experience.
Option to successfully complete an FPAS training workshop and assessment OR go straight to assessment.
Insurance.
Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years of announced Qualification.
Code of Professional Conduct.
Accreditation fee.
Approval by FPAS evaluation team.
Accreditation
TypePathway Conditions
Trainee
Work under direct supervision only.
Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years (tbc).
Enroll in a formal qualification recognised under FPAS when announced.
Insurance.
Code of Professional Conduct.
Accreditation fee.
Approval by FPAS evaluation team.
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
Design
Qualified
Experienced
Portfolio of
Evidence
demonstrating
4 + years of
experience
Complete FPA
Australia
Training
Workshop
Pass FPA
Australia
Assessment
Meet
expectations
for Insurance,
Code of
Conduct
Accredited as
Experienced
Designer
Transition to Qualified within 4 years
Based on Competencies
from FPA Australia
recognised Qualifications
Must demonstrate
application of knowledge
similar to BPAD
Sprinkler Systems
Detection & Alarm Systems
Fire Hydrant SystemsBase
Qualification
Plus
appropriate
units of
competence
based on
category
Portfolio of
Evidence
demonstrating
2+ years of
experience
Pass FPA
Australia
Assessment
Meet
expectations
for Insurance,
Code of
Conduct
Accredited as
Qualified
Designer
Sprinkler Systems
Detection & Alarm Systems
Fire Hydrant Systems
‘Fire Systems Design’ Pathways
TBAThe 'Fire Systems Design' class will initially be launched with two (2) individual accreditation pathways for entry into the Scheme:
1. Experienced (transitional) and2. Trainee (transitional)The Qualified Accreditation pathway will be added at a later date.
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
‘Fire Systems Certification’ Definition
The ‘Fire Systems Certification’ class of work covers the formal validation and certification that states the properties and performance of installed and commissioned systems have fulfilled the specific requirements to meet the design.This process is the initial system certification of the installed system and is not the annual post construction certification process whereby a practitioner validates that the installed system is still capable of performing to the original design/installation requirements.
The definition covering the scope of activities for ‘fire systems certification’ work includes:
1. Assess installed systems and equipment for compliance with the approved design whilst having regard to:
- applicable legislation, codes and standards- variations or specific requirements of approval authorities- commissioning tests and approval documentation- manufacturer’s specifications and product compliance documentation.
2. Prepare an audit report and certification of compliance of installed fire systems and equipment, declaring that the system will operate and perform as per the approved design.
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
‘Fire Systems Certification’ categories
• Initially the Scheme will focus on ‘fire systems certification’ activities, relevant to jurisdiction, associated with the following essential safety measure categories:
• In the future, additional categories will be included, such as but not limited to, ‘Exit and emergency lighting’ and ‘Passive Fire Protection’.
CATEGORY FIRE SYSTEMS DESIGN
1. Fire sprinkler systems
2. Fire hydrant and hose reel systems
3. Fire detection and alarm systems
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
‘Fire Systems Certification’ Requirements
Accreditation Type Pathway Conditions
Experienced
Minimum of four (4) years relevant ‘fire systems certification’ experience.
Option to successfully complete an FPAS training workshop and assessment OR go straight to an assessment.
Insurance.
Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years.
Code of Professional Conduct.
Accreditation fee.
Approval by FPAS evaluation team.
Accreditation
TypePathway Conditions
Trainee
Work under direct supervision only.
Transition to Qualified Accreditation within four (4) years (tbc).
Enroll in a formal qualification recognised under FPAS.
Insurance.
Code of Professional Conduct.
Accreditation fee.
Approval by FPAS evaluation team.
Individuals seeking accreditation in fire systems design work are required to:
• be covered by the appropriate $10m Public and Product Liability insurance• be covered by the appropriate $2m Professional Indemnity insurance, with a 7 year ‘Run-off’.
Initially Launching with the Experienced(transitional) and Trainee(transitional) Pathways
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
Certify
Qualified
Experienced
Portfolio of
Evidence
demonstrating
4 + years of
experience
Complete FPA
Australia
Training
Workshop
Pass FPA
Australia
Assessment
Meet
expectations
for Insurance,
Code of
Conduct
Accredited as
Experienced
Systems
Certifier
Transition to Qualified when National Qualification is available
No National
Qualification
currently exists
FPA Australia
raised
with Skills
Council
&
QBCC
Competencies to be
identified by FPA Australia
possibly based on QLD
Certificate IV Fire Systems
Compliance where
appropriate
Must demonstrate application
of knowledge similar to BPAD
Sprinkler Systems
Detection & Alarm Systems
Fire Hydrant Systems
‘Fire Systems Certification’ Pathways
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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme
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AS 1851 Logbooks & FPAS UpdateAS 2118.1 Public Comment Draft Forum
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FPA Australia Logbooks
The new suite of FPA Australia logbooks includes:
• Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems
• Wet Pipe Systems
• Dry Pipe, Deluge/Water Spray & Pre-Action Systems
• Fire Pumpsets
• Electric Motor
• Compression Ignition (Diesel)
• Fire Hydrant Systems
• Water Storage Tanks for Fire Protection Systems
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• Fire Detection & Alarm Systems
• General Requirements
• Emergency Warning Systems & Emergency Intercom
Systems
• Special Hazard Systems
• Fire Extinguisher, Blankets, Hose Reels, Lay Flat Hose
• Passive Fire & Smoke Systems
• Fire & Smoke Barriers & Construction Elements
• Fire & Smoke Doors & Shutters
• Emergency Escape Lighting & Exit Signs
Closing CommentsChris Wyborn / Scott Williams / Matthew Wright
FPA Australia
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