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Los Angeles Fire Department

CHIEFS

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LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT

CHIEFS REGULATION NO. 4

TESTING OF FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 SCOPE ...........................................................................................................................R4SECTION 2 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................R4SECTION 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.........................................................................................R4

A. Testing Intervals:........................................................................................................R4-B. Fire Department Notification: ....................................................................................R4-C. General Test Information:..........................................................................................R4-7D. Repair: .........................................................................................................................R4-E. Fire Hose Connections: .............................................................................................R4-8F. Gauges:.......................................................................................................................R4-8G. System Tagging:...........................................................................................................R4

SECTION 4 GENERAL TEST PROCEDURES..................................................................................R4

A. Central Station Signaling Systems:..........................................................................R4-9B. Communication Systems (Firefighter and Building): .............................................R4-9

C. Elevators, Automatic (Phase I and II): ....................................................................R4-1D. Emergency and Standby Power Systems:.............................................................R4-12E. Fire Escape Assemblies: .........................................................................................R4-12F. Fire Hydrants (Private).............................................................................................R4-1G. Fire Protection Assemblies: Automatic Closing ...................................................R4-1H. Fire Protective Signaling Systems: ........................................................................R4-14I. Fire Pumps:...............................................................................................................R4-1J. Gas Detection System: ............................................................................................R4-1K. Pressure Regulating Valves:...................................................................................R4-16L. Refrigerant Discharge Systems: .............................................................................R4-1M. Smoke Management Systems:................................................................................R4-1N. Sprinkler Systems, Automatic: ...............................................................................R4-1

O. Standpipe Systems and Fire Pump fuction Test:....................................................R4-2SECTION 5 APPLICATION............................................................................................................R4-23

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SECTION 1 SCOPEThe provisions of this regulation shall govern

the minimum requirements for the periodictesting and repair of Fire Protection Equipment.The types of equipment addressed by thisregulation include, but are not limited toAutomatic Fire Sprinkler Systems, Central

Station Signaling Systems, Elevator EmergencyService, Emergency and Standby PowerSystems, Fire Department Communication andEmergency Voice Alarm Signaling Systems, FireEscape Assemblies, Fire Hydrants, (Private)Fire Protection Assemblies, Fire ProtectiveSignaling Systems, Fire Pumps, Gas DetectionSystems, Pressure Regulating Valves,Refrigerant Discharge Systems, SmokeManagement Systems, and Standpipe Systems.The intent is to ensure that this equipment ismaintained in proper operating condition

according to proper installation, and inaccordance with generally accepted practicesand the code in effect at the time of installation.It is not the intent of this regulation to limit orrestrict the use of other testing or maintenanceprograms that provide an equivalent level ofsystem integrity and performance as detailed inthis regulation.

SECTION 2 DEFINITIONS1. Addressable System:

A Fire Alarm System with discrete identificationthat can have its status individually identified, orthat is used to individually control otherfunctions.

2. Alarm Signal:A signal initiated by a fire alarm initiating deviceindicating an emergency requiring immediateaction, such as a signal indicative of fire.

3. Analog System:A system that transmits and receives signalsindicating varying degrees of condition ascontrasted with a conventional initiation device,which can only indicate an on/off condition.

4. Annunciator:A unit containing two or more indicator lamps,alphanumeric displays, or other equivalentmeans in which each indication provides statusinformation about a circuit, condition, or location.

5. Approved:Acceptable to the "authority having jurisdiction."

6. Authority Having Jurisdiction:The "authority having jurisdiction" is theorganization, office, or individual responsible for

approving equipment, an installation, or aprocedure.

7. Automatic Closing Device:A device attached to a fire protection assemblythat allows the assembly to close whenactivated as a result of either heat, smoke, orother products of combustion.

8. Automatic Fire Extinguishing SystemAn approved self-contained system of devicesand equipment, which automatically detects afire and discharges an approved fireextinguishing agent onto or in the area of a fireAs regulated by Division 5 and 141 of the LosAngeles Fire Code (Except Automatic SprinkleSystems).

9. Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems:An approved integrated system of piping, valves,devices, automatic sprinkler heads and watersupply which automatically detects a fire and

discharges water in the area of the fire.

(a) Dry pipe: A system containing air ornitrogen under pressure, the release ofwhich permits the water pressure to opea valve known as a dry pipe valve. Thewater then flows into the piping systemand out the opened sprinklers.

(b) Pre-action: A system containing air thatmay or may not be under pressure, withsupplemental detection system installedin the same areas as the sprinklers.

Actuation of the detection system opensthe valve that allows water to flow into thpiping and to be discharged from anysprinklers that are open.

(c) Deluge: A system employing opensprinklers attached to a piping systemconnected to a water supply through avalve that is opened by the operation of detection system installed in the sameareas as the sprinklers. When the valveopens, water flows into the system anddischarges water from all sprinklersattached to the piping.

9. Automatic Initiating Device:A device designed to detect the presence of fireor smoke and initiate immediate action.

10. Building Description:Detailed information necessary to identify thesize, use, occupancy type, and construction typof a building.

11. Building Fire Control Room/Station:A specific room or area designated as the

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principal point of annunciation for the FireProtective Signaling System and all associatedequipment, systems and devices.

12. Central Station Signaling System:A system consisting electrically operated circuitsand equipment, which transmits alarms, troubleand supervisory signals automatically to a

approved Central Station Service havingcompetent and experienced servers and operatorswho, upon receipt of a signal shall take suchaction as required by the code. Such service is tobe controlled and operated by a person, firm, orcorporation whose business is to provide,maintain, and monitor supervised fire protectionsystems.

13. Certification:A systematic program using approved testing andinspection procedures of the accepted systems,which allows the certified tester to verify that a fire

protection system complies with all therequirements of the code as installed inaccordance with the code in effect at the time ifinstallation.

14. Elevator, Automatic:Elevators with automatic operation and power-operated hoistway doors and equipped withfirefighter Emergency service.

15. Elevator Lobby Locking System:An approved fail-safe method of locking elevatorlobby doors leading out of an elevator lobby.

16. Emergency and Standby Power

Systems:Special electrical wiring and equipment, whichare required to be operational duringinterruptions of the normal electrical supply tothe building, classified as follows:

(a) Emergency Power System: Thewiring, fixtures, equipment andluminaries in or on a building, which arerequired to be automatically energizedfrom an alternate on-site electricalsupply within 10 seconds after failure ofthe normal electrical supply.

[1] Exit signs and exit illumination[2] Elevator car lighting[3] Fire protective signaling systems

(b) Standby Power System: The part ofthe normal electrical system which isrequired to be automatically transferredto, and energized from, an alternate on-site electrical supply, within 60 seconds

after failure of the normal electricalsupply.

[1] Electrically driven fire pumps[2] Smoke management systems[3] Elevators designated for fire

department and emergency use

[4] Lighting circuits supplying elevatorlobbies, Building Fire ControlRoom/Station, generator, and firepump rooms

[5] Exterior window washing equipment,including equipment listed inEmergency Power Systems

NOTE: Not all buildings have thisequipment. Check single line diagram forproper equipment.

17. Fire Department Connection:A connection through which the Fire Departmecan pump water into a Standpipe or AutomaticSprinkler System.

18. Fire Escape Assembly:A secondary exit attached to the exterior wall oa building that is two or more stories in heightand which provides emergency egress from thebuilding. Fire escape assemblies shall includestairs, railings, landings, ladders and allassociated safety equipment.

19. Fire Hydrant (Private):A connection to a water main for the purpose osupplying water to fire hoses or other fireprotection apparatus.

20. Fire Protection Assembly, AutomaticClosing:

A rated fire assembly, which is maintained in anormally open position including all requiredhardware, anchorage, frames, sills, and isequipped with an automatic closing device.

21. Fire Protection Assembly, Self-closingA rated fire assembly, which is maintained in anormally closed position and is equipped with aapproved device to ensure closing and latchingafter having been opened for use.

22. Fire Protective Signaling System:A system of electrical devices and circuits, ormechanical devices, installed, arranged andmaintained to monitor and transmit, or emit, anaudible and/or visual signal indicating anemergency requiring immediate action tosafeguard life and property from fire.

23. Fire Pump:An assembly that provides water flows and

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pressure to Fire Protection Equipment. The firepump assembly includes the water supply,suction and discharge piping, valves, pump andpump driver, fire pump controller, and allauxiliary equipment appurtenant thereto.

24. Fire Pump Controller:The cabinet, motor, starter, circuit breaker and

disconnect switch, and other control devices forthe control of electric motors and internalcombustion engines that drive fire pumps.

25. Firefighter Communication Systems:

(a) Fire Department CommunicationSystem: A two-way sound-poweredtelephone system capable ofcommunicating between the building firecontrol room/station and all requiredlocations.

(b) Emergency voice Alarm Signaling

System: A one-way system providingcommunication between the building firecontrol room/station and all areas of thebuilding where provided.

(c) Required Telephone: A telephone forfire department use with controlledaccess to the public telephone system.

26. Foam-Water Sprinkler System:A foam-water sprinkler system is a specialsystem that is pipe connected to a source offoam concentrate and to a water supply and

equipped with appropriate discharge devices fordischarging an extinguishing agent over thearea to be protected.

27. Gas Detection Systems:A system with all associated equipment anddevices capable of continuous monitoring for thepresence of a hazardous gas, and containing anaudible alarm capable of alerting occupants thata hazardous atmosphere exists.

28. High-Rise Building, Existing:A building more than 75 feet (23m) in height.Building height shall be measured from the

lowest level of Fire Department access to thefloor of the highest level used for humanoccupancy and is subject to the provisions ofTitle 24 of the California Code of Regulations.[Such building will generally have beenconstructed prior to July 1, 1974.]

29. High-Rise Building, New:A building more than 75 feet (23m) in height.Building height shall be measured from thelowest level of Fire Department access to thefloor of the highest level used for human

occupancy and is subject to the provisions ofTitle 24 of the California Code of Regulationsand Division 118 of the Los Angeles Fire Code[Such building will generally have beenconstructed after July 1, 1974.]

30. Maintenance:Repair and service, including periodically

recurrent inspections and tests, required to keethe Fire Protection Equipment in operativecondition at all times.

31. Manual Pull Station:A manually operated device used to initiate analarm to a fire protective signaling system.

32. Pressure Regulating Device:A device designed for the purpose of reducing,regulating, controlling, or restricting waterpressure. Examples include pressure reducingvalves, pressure control valves, and pressurerestricting devices.

33. Refrigerant Discharge System:A system designed for manual discharge of arefrigerant agent into the atmosphere or a sewesystem.

34. Sequence of Operation:An approved series of functions to the FireProtection Systems of a building caused by theinitiation of a fire alarm initiating device.

(See Figure No. 1 in Section 4.)35. Shall:

Indicates a mandatory requirement.36. Should:

Indicates a recommendation or that which isadvised but not required.

37. Smoke Management Systems:

(a) Airflow Method: A method ofcontrolling smoke from migratingthrough fixed openings between smokecontrol zones using high air velocitythrough the opening(s) towards the firezone of origin.

(b) Building Emergency Smoke

EvacuationSystem: A ventilationsystem capable of providing exhaustfrom specified areas of a building at arate of not less than six changes of airper hour and releasing directly to theoutside atmosphere without re-circulating exhaust to other areas of thbuilding.

(c) Exhaust Method: A method ofcontrolling smoke in large spaces, suc

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as malls and atria through the use ofmechanical smoke removal systems.

(d) Mechanically Ventilated Smoke-proofEnclosure: An enclosed stairway withvestibules equipped with a ventilationsystem designed to maintain a smoke-free atmosphere.

(e) Pressurization Method: A method ofcontrolling smoke by containing it withinthe zone of fire origin by maintaining aminimum 0.05 inch water gauge positivepressure differential between adjacentzones and the zone of fire origin.

(f) Pressurized Stair-shaft VentilationSystem: An enclosed stairwayequipped with a ventilation systemdesigned to maintain a uniform airvelocity discharging to the outsideatmosphere while maintaining a positive

pressure in the stair-shaft relative to theadjacent areas during fire conditions.

38. Standpipe Systems:A wet or dry system of piping, valves, hoseoutlets, and allied equipment installed in abuilding or structure with outlets located in sucha manner that water can be discharged throughhose and nozzles. Standpipe systems areclassified as follows:

(a) Class I: A standpipe system with or

without a direct connection to a watersupply equipped with 2-inch hoseoutlets for use by Fire Department ortrained personnel.

(b) Class II: A standpipe system directlyconnected to a water supply and equippedwith 1-inch hose outlets with hose andnozzle intended for use by buildingoccupants.

(c) Class III Combination: A combinationstandpipe system directly connected toa water supply and equipped with both1-inch hose outlets with hose andnozzle intended for useby building occupants and 2-inch

hose outlets for use by FireDepartment or trained personnel. Hoseconnections for Class III Systems may be

made through 2-inch hose valves witheasily removable 2-inch by 1-inch

reducers.(d) Combined: A system of piping directly

connected to a water supply whichserves 2-inch hose outlets equippedwith 2-inch by 1-inch reducers foruse by Fire Department or trainedpersonnel and also supplies water to a

Automatic Sprinkler System.(e) Class H: A standpipe system directlyconnected to a water supply equippedwith 1-inch hose outlets with hose annozzle located on two sides of ahelicopter landing site intended for useby Fire Department or trained personnin fighting fires on helicopter landingsites.

39. Supervisory Signal:A signal is indicating the need for action in

connection with an abnormal condition of a FireProtection System.40. System Description:

The concise and approved description of asystem, equipment or device as described bythe Manufacturer's Operating Manual.

41. Trouble Signal:A signal initiated by the Fire Alarm System,indicative of a fault or abnormal condition of amonitored circuit or component.

SECTION 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTSA. Testing Intervals:

(1) Yearly:Tests of the following systems, equipment, anddevices shall be conducted at least each year:

(a) All Buildings

[1] Central Station SignalingSystems.

[2] Elevators, Automatic, Phases I

and/or II.[3] Emergency and Standby PowerSystems.

[4] Emergency Voice Alarm SignalinSystems.

[5] Fire Department CommunicationSystems.

[6] Fire Escape Assemblies.[7] Fire Hydrants (Private).[8] Fire Protective Signaling

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Systems.[9] Fire Pumps.[10] Gas Detection Systems.[11] Pressure Regulating Valves

(Maintenance Test Only).[12] Smoke Management Systems.[13] Pre-action, Deluge, Dry pipe and

Foam valves of AutomaticSprinkler Systems (Trip TestOnly).

(b) Buildings Over 75 Feet (23m) inHeight (high-rise Buildings)

[1] Fire Protection Assemblies,Automatic Closing (Sections 4-G-1 through 8).

(2) Every Five Years:Tests of the following systems, equipment anddevices shall be conducted at least once everyfive years:

(a) All Buildings

[1] Fire Protection Assemblies,Automatic Closing.

[2] Refrigerant Discharge Systems.[3] Sprinkler Systems.[4] Standpipe Systems.

[5] Pressure Regulating Valves (FlowTest).

(3) The Chief has the authority to requirea test at shorter intervals when aninspection by the Chief indicates thereis substantial reason to believe thatthe equipment, system, or devicewould fail to operate properly in anemergency.

B. Fire Department Notification:

(1) The Chief shall be notified by theconcerned building owner or owner'sagent at least two working days priorto the performance of any requiredtest or retest in order that the Chief orhis representative may observe thetest.

(2) At the conclusion of the test, the Chiefshall be notified within 24 hours of any

fire protection equipment or systemthat was determined to be inoperableSubsequently, written documentatio

shall be submitted to the Chief withinseven working days on approved FireDepartment forms.

(3) When it is determined that the fire

protection equipment, system, ordevice is operable, the test personshall attest to its condition to the Chieusing approved Fire Departmentforms within seven working days afteinitial test or retest.

C. General Test Information:(1) Notification:

(a) Notify all concerned agencies prior tand at the conclusion of all testing o

all supervised fire protectionequipment, systems, or devices.(b) Notify all building occupants prior to

during and at the conclusion of alltesting of all supervised fireprotection equipment, systems, ordevices, which may cause concern such occupants.

(2) Fire/Life Safety System DescriptioProcedures: Used to determine thestatus of a system as intendedaccording to the approved designstandard for that particular system,equipment or device as may benecessary to carry out the purposeand intent of this regulation. Buildingowners shall submit a fire life safetysystem description manual to the FireDepartment for approval. The Chiefshall be consulted and approvalobtained for any alternative programsor procedures.

(3) Fan Motors: When testing systems,equipment, or devices that willactivate fans of emergency smokemanagement systems, determineproper automatic operation byactuation of each type of device ineach zone, then disconnect power tofans and continue testing. Constanton/off operation of fans could damagmotors. At conclusion of testing,return fan motors to their normalmode.

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(4) Electrical Thermal Links: Testelectrical thermal links for continuityonly.

(5) Fire Pumps: When testing water flowalarms or pressure regulating deviceson systems equipped with fire pumps,fire pumps may be placed in the on

position to keep pumps from cyclingon and off. At the conclusion of thetest, return pumps to the automaticmode.

D. Repair:When it is determined that any fire protectionequipment, system, or device is inoperable ordefective, the owner or the owners agent shallcommence repairs of the deficiencies forthwith.

Such repair shall be completed as soon aspossible, but in every case within 30 days of theinitial test. At the completion of repairs, theequipment, system, or device shall be re-testedto determine that it is fully operable.

The Chief shall be notified of the repair andretest within seven days on approved FireDepartment forms.

NOTE: A permit from the Department ofBuilding and Safety or the Fire Departmentmay be required for repairs of equipment,systems or devices in accordance with theLos Angeles Building and Fire Codes. Alicensed contractor with the appropriatelicense shall perform all required work.

E. Fire Hose Connections:

(1) All fire hose connections shall beequipped with American National

Standard hose coupling screw threadas specified in NFPA - 1963,"Standard for Screw Threads andGaskets for Fire Hose Connectionunless approved by the Chief.

(2) All Fire Department inlets and outletsshall be equipped with approved plugs orcaps.

F. Gauges:Gauges shall be replaced when defective orevery 5 years. Gauges shall tested bycomparison with a calibrated gauge. Gauges naccurate to within 3 percent of the full scaleshall be re-calibrated or replaced.

G. System Tagging:

System tags shall be placed on all systemscertified by the Certified tester, and shall bearthe following information machine printed onthem.

(1) The words Do not Remove by order the Fire Chief

(2) Concern Name(3) Concern Address(4) Contractors license number or State

Fire Marshals A license number(5) Certificate of Fitness Number(6) Date system was certified(7) Signature of certified tester(8) Seal of the City of Los Angeles(9) Type of system tested

The system tags shall be five and one-halfinches (5-1/2) in length and two and three-fourths inches (2-3/4) in width. The followingsample shall be used for all tags.

JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

ANNUAL5-YEAR

REG 4 NO.

COMPANY NAME___ADDRESS/PHONE #STATE LIC. #

Signature

AUTO SPRINKLERSSTANDPIPE CLASS_____COMBINED SYSTEMFIRE PUMPFIRE ALARMCENTRAL STATIONE-POWERSMOKE SYSTEMELEVATORSFIRE DOORSFIRE ESCAPES

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

DON

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BYORDER

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THEFIREMARSHAL

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 3031

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SECTION 4 GENERAL TEST PROCEDURESA. Central Station Signaling Systems:

(1) Test all fire protection equipment,systems, and devices, which aresupervised by an approved centralstation monitoring company for theirproper operating condition, supervisionand maintenance in Accordance withNFPA-72.

(2) Determine that the transmitter panel is

operating properly and the approvedsystem description, sequence ofoperation and operating instructionsare available.

(3) Notify the central station monitoringcompany and building occupants priorto conducting tests.

(4) Actuate each water flow alarm deviceby use of the Inspector's test valve.

(5) Actuate all other fire alarm devices,supervisory devices and transmittersfor proper operation and supervision.

(6) Determine that the system has twoapproved methods of transmitting thesignal to the Central Station monitoringcompany.

(7) At the conclusion of the test notify thecentral station monitoring company,determine that the central stationproperly supervised and received alltest signals by maintaining achronology of all testing. Returnsystem to the normal mode, and notifybuilding occupants that the test iscomplete.

B. Communication Systems (Firefighter andBuilding):

Determine that all equipment is in proper operatingcondition and well maintained in accordance withNFPA-72. Check system reliability as follows:

(1) Fire Department CommunicationSystems.

(a) Test clarity of voice communicationsbetween floors, the building fire contrroom/station and other locationswhere provided.

(b) Determine that a minimum of sixapproved sound-powered telephonesets are available at the building firecontrol room/station.

(c) Check telephone jacks for proper typloose connections, corrosion, andproper installation.

(2) Emergency Voice Alarm SignalingSystems:

(a) Determine that voice evacuation panis operating properly and approvedoperating instructions are available.

(b) New buildings: Determine systemreliability by testing clarity of voicecommunication between the firecontrol room/station and all areaswithin the structure include outsidepatios and balconies above the firstfloor. Audibility shall not be less than15db minimum above the averageambient sound level.

(c) Existing buildings: Determinesystem reliability by testing clarity ofvoice communication between firecontrol room/station and all areaswhere provided. Audibility shall not bless than 10db above the averageambient sound level.

(d) Determine that the voice override onvoice evacuation systems operatesproperly. With fire alarm audiblesignals operating, press down on themicrophone button and speak intomicrophone. At that time, fire alarmaudible tones shall discontinue tosound and voice sound shall be 15dbminimum above average ambientsound level.

NOTE: Systems installed prior to 1993 may

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have an audible signal a minimum of 10dbabove the average ambient sound level.

(e) Systems equipped with A.D.A. strobesmay continue to flash when voiceevacuation system is activated oraudible signals are silenced.

(3) Required Public Telephone: To belocated in the building fire control roomas regulated by Section 403 of theCalifornia Building Code.

(a) Determine that Fire Departmenttelephone number is posted.

(b) Determine that telephone is connectedto the telephone system and isoperational.

C. Elevators, Automatic (Phase I and II):Test shall determine that all features of Phases Iand Phase II (if provided) of fire emergencyservice are in proper operating condition inaccordance with Title 8, Section 3041 of theCalifornia Code of Regulations.

(1) Phase I (Recall)

(a) Elevator Lobby Smoke Detectors

[1] Determine that all landings servedby each elevator or each group ofelevators, except the designatedmain recall floor, are provided withsmoke detectors.

[2] Determine that smoke detectorslocated in the elevator machineroom and at top of elevator shaftrecalls elevators in that bank todesignated main recall floor.

EXCEPTION:The main recall floor may be equipped withelevator lobby smoke detectors, provided theyrecall the elevator car to an alternate floorapproved by the Chief.

[3] Recall function - Actuate theelevator lobby smoke detector oneach landing. Check for Phase Iactivation and interconnection ofcircuit with the fire alarm system, ifprovided:

[a] Determine that the elevator dooretraction safety devices (excepmechanical safety edges) areimmediately deactivated.

[b] Determine that the "EmergencyStop Switch" is renderedinoperative as soon as the doors

are closed and the elevator carstarts towards the designatedrecall level. A moving car,traveling to or away from thedesignated level shall have its"Emergency Stop Switch"rendered inoperative immediatel

[c] Determine that elevator cars arenot subject to calls from othersources; i.e., corridor call buttonand car floor selection buttons.

[d] Determine that each elevator ca

returns nonstop to thedesignated main recall floor andremains there with the doorsopen.

[e] Determine that the elevator shutrip smoke detector operatesproperly and shuts power to theelevator equipment.

(b) Designated Main Recall FloorSwitch

[1] Determine that the properdesignated main floor recall switchis provided for each elevator oreach group of elevators. Thedesignated main floor recall switchshall be a three-position ("on," "offand "bypass") key-operated switchThe key shall not be removable inthe "bypass" position. Determinethat keys to operate the designatemain floor recall switch and in-carelevator switch are keyed alike anare readily available for firefighteruse. Keys shall be located in theFire Department lock-box or otherlocation approved by the Chief.

[2] Turn the designated main floorrecall switch to the on position.Determine that the recall function the same as described in Section C-1 Phase I Recall Function, excethe alarm system, if provided, shalnot activate.

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(c) Designated Fire Control

Room/Station Switch

[1] Turn the designated fire controlroom/station switch to the onposition, if provided. Determine that

the recall function is the same asdescribed in Section 4-C-1 Phase IRecall Function except the firealarm system, if provided, shall notactivate. This switch shall be a two-position ("on" and "off") key-operated switch.

NOTE: If a three-position switch is used, themain floor switch shall override the bypassposition in the fire control room if activated.

(d) Elevator Status Panel: Check forproper function of the elevator statuspanel.

(2) Phase II (Override):

(a) Determine that the proper in-carswitch is provided in each elevatorcar. The in-car switch shall be a two-position ("on" and "off") key-operatedswitch, keyed identically with thedesignate main floor switch. The keyshall not be removable in the "on"position.

NOTE: Elevator cars equipped with a three-position off, hold, on, key switch, the key isremovable in any position.

(b) Determine that keys are readilyavailable for firefighter operation of thePhase II override function. There shallbe a separate key for each elevator carin addition to the key for the designatemain floor switch. Keys shall be locatedin the Fire Department lock-box or otherlocation approved by the Chief.

(c) Determine that the in-car phase IIswitch in each elevator car isoperative only when the elevator is inthe Phase I recall mode.

NOTE: If Phase I was activated by the lobbykey switch and the in-car switch is in the "on"

position, the elevator car shall remain inPhase II if the lobby switch is turned to the"off" position until the car returns to thedesignated recall floor and the doors fullyopen.

(d) Phase II Override Function: Turn the

designated main floor switch to the oposition, then turn the in-car switch oeach elevator car to the on position.Test the override function of each caras follows:

[1] Determine that each elevator car ioperable only by a person in thatcar. The car shall not respond to acall from any other source.

[2] Actuate a floor selection button in normal manner. Close the doors b

continuous pressure on the "doorclose" button. If not provided, closthe doors by continuous pressureon the floor selection button. If thebutton that closes the doors isreleased prior to the doors reachinthe fully closed position, the doorsshall automatically reopen.

[3] Determine that, if multiple floorselection buttons have beenactuated, the elevator car will stopat the first of the selected floors thit reaches. At that time, all otherselections shall cancel. The doorsshall remain closed.

[4] Open the doors by continuouspressure on the "door open" buttonIf not provided, open door bycontinuous pressure on floorselection button. If the button isreleased prior to the doors reachinthe fully open position, the doorsshall promptly and automatically reclose.

[5] Where more than one operating

panel is provided in an elevator cadetermine that both panels willcorrectly operate the overridefunction.

[6] In elevators where key switches orprogramming characteristics areprovided to prevent the elevatorfrom stopping at one or morelandings while in normal service,determine that fire emergency

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service overrides such features.[7] Determine that the "Emergency

Stop Switch" is operative during thetime the elevator is in the Phase IIoverride function.

[8] Cars equipped with a three positionoff, hold, on, key switch shall

operate in phase II in the onposition. Shall stay stopped at theirdesignated landing in the holdposition And return to phase I in tooff position causing the car toreturn non stop to the main recallfloor.

[9] Return all systems and keyswitches to their normal positions.

D. Emergency and Standby Power Systems:

(1) Determine that all equipment is inproper operating condition and wellmaintained in accordance with NFPA-70 and 110.

(2) Determine that the generator has notbeen started within 12 hours to ensurea cold start and that all systems andequipment powered by emergencypower are operating prior to loadtransfer from normal power toemergency power.

(3) Use the main breaker for load transferfrom normal power to emergencypower.

EXCEPTION:With the approval of the Chief, other methodsof load transfer may be conducted.

(4) Determine that the load transfers in therequired time.

(a) Emergency power requirement is 10seconds.

(b) Standby power requirement is 60seconds.

(5) Determine that emergency currentsupplies power to all required systemsand equipment as per building singleline diagram.

(6) Conduct a load test on battery systemsto ensure proper battery life. Batteriessupplying power to unit lighting shallhave sufficient power for 90 minutes.

NOTE: A proper test of unit lighting shall beconducted by using the main breaker, or withthe approval of the Chief, the circuit breakerthat supplies power to the fixtures and not bypressing the test button.

(7) Emergency Lighting Systems:Determine that all Emergency Lightinghas been restored within 10 seconds.All areas requiring Emergency Lightingshall be checked for adequate lightingEnsure a reading of not less than onefoot-candle power for exit path lightingmeasured at the floor level and areading of not less than five foot-candpower for exit and directional signsmeasured at the sign. A light metermay be used. The emergency

generator or battery system mustsupply power to all emergency lights fthe duration of the test.

(8) Return all systems and equipment totheir normal position.

NOTE: Testing of emergency lighting levelsshould be conducted during hours ofdarkness when necessary in order toaccurately measure the required candle-power simulating worst case scenario. Asingle line diagram shall be provided for eacsystem tested.

E. Fire Escape Assemblies:

(1) Determine that fire escape stairs,landings, ladders, guards, rails, andsafety chains are in good repair.

(2) Determine that all landings areaccessible from inside the building andprovided with proper signage.

(3) Operate the ladder release mechanismThe release mechanism must operateeasily. The ladder must travel to theground without hesitation. It must bestable and firm in its position afterreaching the ground. This procedureshall be conducted twice.

(4) Return ladder to its normal position.

F. Fire Hydrants (Private)Determine that hydrant is in proper operatingcondition and well maintained in accordance withLos Angeles Fire Code Division 9, NFPA-25 and

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(1) Outlets: Determine that outlets are notdamaged and are provided with propercaps. Only 1-1/4 or 1-3/4 pentagonalnuts shall be accepted.

(2) Flow: Hydrant shall be opened fully

and water flowed until all foreignmaterial has cleared. Flow shall bemaintained for not less than one (1)minute (care should be given to avoidflooding and property damage).

(3) One hydrant closest to the main ischosen to be the residual hydrant atwhich the normal static pressure will beobserved with the other hydrants in thesystem closed. The residual pressurewill be observed with the other hydrantsflowing.

(4) When the required GPMs are flowing,a minimum residual pressure of 20 psishall be maintained at the residualhydrant. Record the residual pressurewith the required GPMS flowing fromthe furthest hydrant in the system. Therequired flow shall be in accordancewith Los Angeles Fire Code Division-9

NOTE: To obtain satisfactory test results,sufficient discharge should be achieved tocause a drop in pressure at the residualhydrant of at least 25%. For hydrants with astatic pressure of less than 40 psi, hydrantsshould be rated at one-half the staticpressure.

G. Fire Protection Assemblies: AutomaticClosing

NOTE: The following Automatic Closing FireAssemblies shall be tested by personsqualified to do work in order to determine theirproper operating and reset condition inaccordance with NFPA-80. The closing speedfor all fire doors shall be not less than sixinches per second nor more than twenty-fourinches per second.

(1) Swinging Fire Door: Release thehold-open device by unfastening themost distant fusible link or by de-energizing the smoke-actuated hold-open device. The door must close theopening completely and latch.

(2) Sliding Doors on an Inclined Track:

Unfasten the most distant fusible link trelease the suspended weight to allowthe door to travel down the inclinedtrack to the closed position. The doormust close completely and be heldfirmly in place by the binders. Doors ipairs must butt together without gaps excessive offset from each other.

(3) Sliding Doors on a Level Track:Unfasten the most distant fusible linksupporting the closing weight. As theclosing weight drops, the door must

cover the opening completely.(4) Rolling Steel Doors: Unfasten therestraining cable or most distant fusiblelink and drop the restraining triggerquickly. The door must cover theopening completely.

(5) Telescoping Vertically SlidingDoors: Unfasten the smallcounterweight. The largecounterweight must operate the door,covering the opening completely.

(6) Vertical Sliding Doors: Unfasten the

most distant fusible link that supportsthe suspended weight. The door muscover the opening completely.

(7) Stair-shaft Door Locks: Determinethat the locks release when:

(a) The building loses normal electricalpower; doors will remain locked whentransferred to emergency power.

(b) Any fire protective signaling system-initiating device is actuated.

(c) Initiated manually from building firecontrol room/station or other locationapproved by the Chief.

(8) Initiating Devices: Ascertain that allinitiating devices, e.g., smoke detectoand manual pull stations that areinterconnected to a fire protectionsignaling system will actuate the hold-open device and release the fireprotection assembly to which they areconnected.

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NOTE: Single Station - stand alone smokedetectors connected to fire doors in multipleresidential occupancies that are not part of afire alarm system shall be tested every sixmonths by the building owner or by theowner's representative. A record of the test

shall be maintained and made available forinspection upon request by the Chief.

(9) Ventilation and Air Duct Dampers innon-sprinklered buildings:Disconnect the fusible link or actuatingdevice to the damper control. Thedamper must automatically travel to aposition that closes the openingcompletely.

NOTE: Dampers in sprinklered buildings

shall be tested when first installed, or whenmajor improvements to an area are made.

(10) Laundry and Rubbish Chute Doors:Operate the door assemblies. The doorsmust close and latch either by means ofa counterbalance or spring-loadmechanism.

(11) Dumbwaiter Doors, Access Doors,and Fire Windows: Determine that theautomatic operation of theseassemblies will function by releasing

the weights or by actuation of anyinitiating device. Opening or closing thecontacts, whichever is applicable, willactuate electrically operated devices.Determine that they close the openingcompletely when activated.

(12) Fire Shutters: When these assembliesare automatic or self-closing, determinethat they close the opening completelywhen activated.

H. Fire Protective Signaling Systems:

NOTE: Prior to testing any Fire ProtectiveSignaling System, the system shall be clear ofall supervision, trouble, tampers, and alarmsignals.

(1) Determine that all equipment is inproper operating condition and wellmaintained in accordance With NFPA-72

(2) Operating Instructions: Approved

operating instructions for the FireProtective Signaling System shall beposted in or adjacent to the building fircontrol room/station. A systematicchecklist of all fire and life safetyinitiating devices with a simplified floorplan of the location and type of each

initiating device shall be provided in oradjacent to the building fire controlroom/station.

(3) Sequence of Operation: An approvesequence of operation shall be postedin or adjacent to the building fire contrroom/station showing the operation ofall auxiliary functions of the fireprotective signaling system. (SeeAttachment No. 1)

(4) Trouble Signal: Disconnect fire alarmAC power. The audible trouble signal

and trouble light or lights must operateOperate the trouble signal-silencingswitch. Restore power and trouble ligswitch to normal position. If a ring-bacsystem is provided, the trouble lightswitch must be reset.

(5) Supervision of Initiating DeviceCircuits: Disconnect a fire alarminitiating device. Audible trouble signaand light or lights on fire alarmannunciator panel must operate.

(6) Supervision of Audible Fire Alarm

Device Circuits: Disconnect anotification appliance. At that time,either an audible trouble signal and/orlight on fire alarm annunciator panelmust operate.

(7) Supervision of Control ValveCircuits: Movement of the valve fromits normal position shall initiate adistinctive signal at the fire alarm paneThe off-normal supervision signal(tamper) shall remain until the valve isrestored to its normal position. The offnormal supervision signal shall beobtained by two revolutions or 1/5 thetravel distance of the control valveapparatus, whichever is less from itsnormal position.

(8) Initiating Device Function Test: Tesall fire alarm initiating devices.Actuation of an initiating device shallindicate a signal on the fire alarm paneand/or the annunciator panel, indicatinthe type of device and zone of

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actuation if provided. Actuation ofinitiating devices shall also sound anaudible signal that is a minimum 15 dbabove the ambient noise level.

EXCEPTION:Systems installed prior to 1993. An audible

tone of 10db above normal ambient soundlevel is acceptable.

(9) In buildings regulated by the provisionsof Title 24-California Code ofRegulations and Division 118-LosAngeles Fire Code, shall have all firealarm, trouble and supervision signalstransmitted to a 24-hour continuouslysupervised Building Fire ControlRoom/Station or to a UL approvedremote Central Station Service.

(10) Sprinkler System Flow Switch: Openthe Inspector's test valve(s) for eachriser or floor valve, causing the waterflow switch to be actuated. Thisactuation shall indicate an alarm within20 to 60 seconds. In addition, theoutside sprinklers alarm bell (ifprovided) will sound within 90 seconds.

(11) Determine that subsequent alarmsreactivate audible signals; i.e.,resounding of alarms from one floor tothe next.

(12) Verify that all ADA strobes areactivated by initiating devices and flashat a rate of 60 to 120 per minute.Strobes may continue to flash when thevoice evacuation system is activated orwhen the fire warning system issilenced.

NOTE: ADA strobe shall be synchronizedwhen more than two strobes are visible fromany location.

I. Fire Pumps:

(1) Determine that the fire pump, fire pumpcontroller, remote status panel, watersupply, fire pump test header,approved signs and all otherassociated components are in properoperating condition and maintained inaccordance with NFPA-20 and NFPA-25.

(2) Determine the rated capacity andpressure of the pump from the pump plaattached to the pump. Determine therequired flow and the number of testoutlets required by multiplying the ratedcapacity of the pump (gpm) by 250 (gpmTo determine the 50, 100 and 150

percent required flow of the pump. Anapproved method shall be used tomeasure both gpm and psi.

(3) Determine that the fire pump startsautomatically and manually inaccordance with manufacturerspecifications by decreasing systempressure for automatic starts and usinthe start switch for manual starts.

(4) Operate the fire pump for sevenminutes with all Fire Departmentdischarge outlets in the closed positio

(except for a minimum flow of water toensure proper pump cooling). Recordchurn pressure.

(5) After the fire pump has been operatingfor seven minutes, open the correctnumber of test outlets and record thepump discharge at 50, 100, and 150percent of the rated capacity of thepump for a minimum of three minutesat each percent. At peak flow (150%),the fire pump shall not perform lessthan 65 percent of its rated capacity.

(6) If the fire pump is fed directly from citymains, ensure that the residualpressure on the supply side of thepump does not drop below 20 psiduring the flow test. A reading below 2psi could damage city mains.

(7) At the conclusion of the pump test,restore all valves and controls to theirnormal operating condition.

J. Gas Detection System:

(1) Methane Gas

a. Verify that the gas detection systemand all associated components are inproper operating condition andmaintained in accordance with F.P.BRequirement No. 71, Chapter 71 ofthe Los Angeles Building Code and

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Division 123 of the Los Angeles FireCode.

b. Verify that the control panel is in properoperating condition and the approvedsystem description, sequence ofoperation, operating instructions andemergency telephone number of

company responsible for servicingsystem is posted at or adjacent to thecontrol panel and the annunciatorpanel.

c. Verify that emergency power is capableof supplying power for 24 hours in thestandby mode and 5 minutes in fullalarm after 24 hours in the standbymode.

d. For methane systems, test all sensorsin the system using 10% to 25% L.E.L.and 50% to 60% L.E.L. Methane Test

Gases for proper activation of alarmsystem and proper annunciation at thestatus panel. The drift (difference)between the sensor and the test gasshall not exceed +or- 5% LEL whenusing 50% test gas. Verify that systemgoes into pre-alarm between 10% and24% L.E.L. and into full alarm at 25%L.E.L.

e. Verify that all audible devices sound analarm a minimum of 15db above theambient noise level but not less than75db and not more than 120db and aredistinctive from all other alarm signals.Visual devices shall be visible andshall be synchronized when more thantwo devices are visible

f. All devices shall be identified with theword METHANE written on then.

g. Verify that all mechanical air ventilationsystems (if applicable) operateproperly when system is activated at orbelow 10% L.E.L. and an exchange ofair occurs at a rate of not less than four(4) changes of air per hour and

exhausted directly to the outside.Verify that vent risers are not damageor obstructed and maintain a 10 footclearance around point of discharge.

h. Verify that all methane alarm,supervision and trouble signals aretransmitted to a 24-hour continuouslysupervised location or a UL Laboratoryapproved remote central stationservice. Verify for proper type of

activation and dispatch.

i. Verify that the electrical circuit breakesupplying normal electrical power areequipped with a lockout device.

j. Verify that sensors located in the ven

risers do not place the system in alarmand do not cause a fire departmentdispatch. These sensors shall onlysend a supervisory signal.

k. Verify that all sensor identificationaddresses correspond with the sameinformation as the control panel.

K. Pressure Regulating Valves:The following procedure applies to every 2-1/2-inch standpipe outlet equipped with pressure

regulating valves, to determine their properoperating condition and maintenance inaccordance with NFPA-14 and 25.

Fire pump(s) must be operating whenmeasurements are taken. Perform test procedurein the following sequence:

(1) Attach approved flow and pressuremeasuring devices to the pressure-reducing valve.

(2) Attach an approved 2-1/2 inch shut-off onthe discharge side of the measuringdevices.

(3) Attach an approved water drainage systemon the discharge side of the 2-1/2 inch shutoff.

(4) Open the outlet fully; regulate the watefor the required maintenance flowsfrom the 2-1/2 inch shut-off.

(5) Determine that the outlet delivers atleast 300-gpm.

(6) With 300-gpm flowing, ensure that theresidual pressure on the discharge sidof the outlet is at least 80-psi and notmore than 125-psi. Document residuapressure with 300-gpm flowing onapproved Fire Department forms. Ifadjustments are needed a residualpressure of 100-psi is recommended.

EXCEPTION:For buildings built after 1994, required flow is300-gpm between 100 and 125-psi.

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(7) Ensure that static pressure on thedischarge side of the outlet is amaximum of 175-psi. Document staticpressure on approved Fire Departmentforms.

EXCEPTION:

For buildings built after 1994, static pressureshall be 175-psi maximum.

(8) Close outlet and remove testequipment.

L. Refrigerant Discharge Systems:

(1) Systems Providing For ManualDischarge of Refrigerant to the

atmosphere:

(a) Determine that the emergencyrefrigerant control box is plainlymarked:FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT ONLY (REFRIGERANT) CONTROL VALVE.

(b) Determine that the high and low-pressure valves in box are indicated.

(c) Operate the high and low-pressurevalves to assess proper workingcondition.

(2) System Provided With A FireDepartment Diffuser Consisting of A 2 Hose Connection To A Sewer:

(a) Determine that the emergencyrefrigerant control box and valves areproperly labeled as per (a) and (b)above.

(b) With water flowing through 2 hoseto Fire Department diffuser, open thehigh and low-pressure valves toassess proper working condition.

M. Smoke Management Systems:

(1) Building Emergency SmokeManagement Systems: Ensure thatareas equipped with Mechanical

Smoke Ventilation Systems are testedfor proper automatic operation byactuation of a fire protective signalingsystem-initiating device.

(a) Mechanical Ventilation: Building airhandling equipment (HVAC) designed

to remove smoke shall exhaust at arate of not less than six changes of aper hour and exhaust directly to theexterior of the building without re-circulating to other locations in thebuilding. Mechanical ventilationequipment controls shall be located inthe fire control room/station and havethe capability of controlling one or allfloors for smoke evacuation.

(b) Below Grade Levels: All areas belowgrade equipped with mechanical

smoke ventilation shall be tested forproper automatic operation byactuation of a fire protective signalingsystem-initiating device. System shaexhaust at a rate of not less than six(6) changes of air per hour, andexhaust directly to the exterior of thebuilding.

(c) Smoke Removal: Mechanical SmokControl systems. Check systemreliability as follows:

[1] Actuate all initiating devicesdesigned to operate fans, blowersand smoke control dampers todetermine proper automaticfunction of system.

[2] When fans, blowers, and smokecontrol dampers are interconnecteto the building fire controlroom/station, ensure that remotecontrol from that location isoperable and proper status isindicated on the smoke controlpanel. Verify that all lights arefunctional when the lamp testbutton is depressed.

[3] Perform a visual inspection of allfans, blowers, and smoke controldampers to verify proper operationin the smoke removal mode.

[4] Verify that smoke control systemssupplied by emergency powersystems, operate properly whennormal power is lost. Secondary

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power shall be from an approvedemergency standby power sourcecomplying with the electrical code.

(2) Mechanically Ventilated Smoke-proof Enclosure:

(a) Doors: Open all doors in the systemand determine if they are held open bysmoke-actuated hold-open devices.

(b) Initiating Devices: Actuate anyinitiating device on each floor anddetermine:

[1] That all-magnetic hold opendevices release and all fire rateddoors in the system properly closesand latch.

[2] That the comfort air handling

system (HVAC) has shutdown.[3] That the vestibule ventilationsystem is activated and the supplyand exhaust dampers open.

[4] That the stair-shaft ventilationsystem is activated.

[5] That the fire control panel properlyindicates the status of the fireprotective signaling system.

[6] That all fire alarm audible andvisual devices operate onappropriate floor.

[7] That the smoke control panel, ifprovided, operates properly in bothmanual and automatic modes andproper status is indicated on thepanel.

(c) Performance test, vestibule: Usethis procedure:

[1] Actuate any fire alarm initiatingdevice.

[2] Open the doors from the vestibuleto the stair-shaft, on any threeconsecutive floors.

[3] Ensure that the system meets thefollowing requirements:

[a] 2500-cfm minimum is flowing atthe stair-shaft exhaust opening.

[b] The flow from the exhaust of eachof three vestibules shall be 2500-cfm minimum per vestibule with allthree flowing simultaneously.

(d) Performance Test, Stair-shaft: Usethis procedure:

[1] With the system operating and alldoors closed, measure the stair-shaft static pressure at three floors

located in the top, center, andbottom thirds of the stair-shaft. Thipressure is to be measuredbetween the stair-shaft andhallway, at the floors selected, withthe comfort air handling (HVAC)turned off.

EXCEPTION: Determine that the minimumpressure within the vestibule with the doorsclosed is 0.05-inch water gauge (12.44 PA)positive pressure relative to the fire floor and

0.05-inch water gauge (12.44 PA) negativepressure relative to the exit enclosure. Nopressure difference is required relative to theexit enclosure.

(3) Pressurized Stair-shaft System:Inspect the system for proper statusprior to activating system. Activate anfire alarm initiating device toautomatically activate the system.Inspect the status panel in the buildingfire control room/station for properoperation. Determine that the systemhas the minimum airflow requirement.This is done by multiplying a typicalcross-sectional area in the stair-shaft square feet by 50 linear feet perminute. With all doors closed using aapproved anemometer at the exhaustpoint, determine that the system meet90 percent of the minimum requiredCFM while maintaining a positivepressure.

(4) Door Test: Test pressure is obtainedby using an approved door-testingdevice applied in a direct vertical lineabove the axis of the door knob/lever.

(a) Test 1: With the system on and alldoors closed, the maximum allowablepressure that is required to open thatdoor should be 30 lbs. That door musclose and latch when released.

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allowable pressure to open the doorshall be 15 lbs. Door must close andlatch when released. In Tests 1 and2, stair-shaft doors that swing outwardmust close and latch after beingopened and released.

(c) Test 3: With the system off all doors in

stair-shaft must close and latch afterbeing opened and released.

N. Sprinkler Systems, Automatic:Determine that all equipment is in proper operatingcondition and well maintained in accordance withNFPA-13 and NFPA-25.

(1) Inlets: Determine that appropriate inletconnections with approved signs havebeen provided and are in operablecondition.

(2) Flush the Fire Department InletConnection and Piping: Use thefollowing method to removeobstructions and/or debris from the FireDepartment inlet connection andpiping:

(a) Back Flush:

[1] With the main system shut-off valveclosed and the piping to the FireDepartment connection drained,

disassemble and inspect the checkvalve, then remove, reverse, orblock open the clapper in the checkvalve. Reassemble check valve.

[2] Open the main system shut-off andflow adequate water back throughto the Fire Department connectioninlet to assure that all debris iscleared from the inlet piping andFire Department connection.Restore system to normal.

NOTE: This is the preferred method ofclearing the Fire Department connection.

(3) Main Drain Test: With the main drainvalve closed, note pressure reading onthe gauge. Fully open the main drainvalve with water flowing, note theresidual reading on the pressuregauge. Close main drain valve andnote pressure gauge reading. A slowreturn on pressure gauge to original

static reading may indicate a closedvalve or obstructions in water supplylines.

(4) Gauge Tests: Connect a test gauge athe test gauge opening to determinethe reliability of existing gauges.

(5) On-site Water Supply:

(a) Determine that filling for on-site watesupply, if provided, operates whenflow test is conducted.

(b) Determine that the air pressure and/owater supply gauges on dry, pre-action, and deluge systems are inproper working condition.

NOTE: Tests of these systems will be doneby using the bypass connection.

(6) Inspect system for proper sprinklerhead placement, orientation, type,proper hangers, seismic braces, andsigns of corrosion, paint, physicaldamage, and proper signage.

NOTE: Sprinklers protecting spray-coatingareas shall be protected against over-sprayresidue. Sprinklers shall be protected usingplastic bags having a maximum thickness of0.003 inches, [0.076mm] or with small paperbags. Coverings shall be replaced whendeposits or residue accumulate.

(7) Inspect spare sprinkler heads box forcorrect number and type of sprinklerheads and proper wrench. The numbeof spare sprinkler heads shall be asfollows:

(a) Up to 300 heads - not less than 6sprinklers heads.

(b) 300 to 1,000 heads - not less than 12sprinklers heads.

(c) Over 1,000 heads - not less than 24sprinklers heads.

(8) Sprinkler heads in operation over 50years and sprinkler heads known tohave an abnormally high failure ratelisted by the Chief shall have arepresentative sample of not less thanfour sprinklers or 1 percent, whicheveis greater tested by an approved testinlaboratory for evaluation. (If one

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sprinkler fails, all sprinklers in thesystem shall be replaced.) This testingprocedure shall be repeated at 10-yearintervals.

Exception No. 1:Sprinkler heads manufactured prior to 1920

shall be replaced.Exception No. 2:Fast response sprinkler heads that have beenin service for 20 years shall be tested. Theyshall be re-tested at 10-year intervals.Exception No. 3:Representative samples of solder-typesprinklers with a temperature classification ofExtra High {325 degrees (163 degrees C)} orgreater that are exposed to continuousmaximum allowable ambient temperatureconditions shall be tested at five-year

intervals.

(9) Sprinkler systems with static pressuresin excess of 175 psi shall be equippedwith approved pressure regulatingdevices.

(10) Operation Test: Open the Inspector'stest valve at the topmost or mostremote location from the main controlvalve in the system. The alarm mustsound within 90 seconds for watermotor-type alarms and within 20 to 60seconds for electrically monitored waterflow switches.

(11) Valves: Operate, inspect, andlubricate post indicator valves,underground gate valves, OS&Yvalves, and one-way check valves todetermine that they are in goodoperating condition and do not leak.Return all valves to their normalposition. Check tamper supervisioncircuits by moving valve from its normalposition two revolutions or 1/5 thetravel of the valve whichever is less.This shall initiate a distinctive signal atthe fire alarm panel, if provided.

(12) Sprinkler Wrench: A special sprinklerwrench[s] shall be provided and kept inthe cabinet to be used in the removaland installation of sprinklers. Asprinkler wrench[s] shall be providedfor each type of sprinkler installed.

NOTE: Valves that are not supervised shall

be secured in their normal position using abreak-a-way lock and chain.

(13) Automatic Sprinkler Systems otherthan wet: Automatic sprinkler systemsequipped with Pre-action, Deluge or

Dry Pipe systems shall have theirwater-control valves and theirautomatic and manual tripping meanstested annually as required byapproved manufacturer's testingprocedures and the Chief.

EXCEPTION:This regulation shall not apply to juniorsprinkler systems of less than 21 sprinklerheads and sprinkler systems designed andinstalled in accordance with NFPA-13D,

standard for the installation of sprinklersystems in one and two family dwellings andmanufactured homes.

(14) Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems:Testing of foam water sprinklersystems shall be conducted to ensurethat the foam-water system(s) operateas designed, both automatically andmanually. Testing procedures shallsimulate anticipated emergency eventso the response of the foam-watersystem can be evaluated in accordancwith NFPA 16, 16A, 25 andrecommended test procedures as permanufacturers specifications.

O. Standpipe Systems:Determine that all equipment is in proper operatincondition and well maintained in accordance withNFPA-14 and NFPA-25.

(8) Class I and III Standpipes:

(a) Fire Department Connections:Ensure that appropriate inletconnections are provided withapproved signs and are in operablecondition. Flush Fire Departmentconnection and piping using anapproved method to removeobstructions and/or debris from theinlet connection and piping as statedin Section 4-N-2.

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maximum of 25 psi for 30 minutes todetermine if the system leaks. This isto avoid water damage to the buildingif piping has been damaged ordisconnected.

NOTE: Air test not required on outside

piping.

(c) Hydrostatic Test: Fill the systemcompletely with water and note thestatic pressure (head) on a test gaugeinstalled on the lowest inletconnection. Hydrostatically test thesystem at a pressure 50 PSI greaterthan the head pressure but in no caseless than 200 PSI for two hours.

(d) Flow Test: Flow a minimum of 500-gpm for the first standpipe through the

most remote Fire Department outletsplus 250-gpm for each additionalstandpipe with the total supply not toexceed 1,250-GPM. The system shallmaintain a residual pressure of notless than 65 PSI for three minutes.Test gauges shall be used to measureresidual pressures and a pitot gaugeor approved flow meter used tomeasure water flow quantities.Alternate test procedure:Flow 100 GPM of water through thestandpipe at the topmost outlet. Usinga flow meter and pressure gauge,measure the flow and residualpressure. Install a pressure gauge atthe lowest inlet connection, with 100GPM flowing at the topmost outletmeasure the residual pressure at thetopmost outlet and the inlet pressure.Determine that the friction loss in thesystem does not exceed 15 PSI.Subtracting the combined staticpressure (head) and residual pressurefrom the inlet pressure determines thefriction loss. FL=IP- (SP+RP)

(e) Gauge Test: Connect a test gauge atthe test gauge opening to determinethe reliability of existing gauges.

EXCEPTION:Existing retrofit buildings as regulated bysection 91.8604 of the Los Angeles BuildingCode 75 feet to 275 feet shall flow a minimumof 750-gpm at 65 psi at the roof. Buildings

greater than 275 feet shall flow a minimum o1000-gpm at 65 psi at the roof.

NOTE: A separate flow test shall beconducted for each Fire Departmentconnection and riser.

(f) Fire Department Outlets:

[1] Check each Fire Department outlefor any signs of corrosion andleakage.

[2] Inspect and operate each outletvalve in the system to determinethat it will function properly. Closevalve and replace cap.

[3] Where the static pressure at a hosconnection exceeds 175 psi, anapproved pressure-regulating

device shall be provided to limit thstatic pressure to 175 psi. Thepressure-regulating valve shallprovide a residual pressurebetween 80 and 125 psi with 300-gpm flowing. Buildings built after1994 shall have a residual pressurbetween 100 and 125 psi with 300gpm flowing.

[4] Flow water from each FireDepartment outlet not equippedwith pressure regulating valves in manner that will indicate the valveis fully operable and that there isappropriate water pressure at thatoutlet.

[5] Check automatic drip connectionsif provided, for proper function.

(g) On-site Water Supply:

[1] Determine that filling for on-sitewater supply, if provided, operateswhen flow test is conducted.

[2] Determine that air pressure and/orwater supply gauges, if provided,are in proper working condition.

(h) Hose:

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Disconnect hose, from FireDepartment outlet (if provided).Examine full length of hose section formildew, cuts, abrasions, and otherdeterioration. Check hose couplings,gaskets, and nozzle for damage andobstruction. Hydrostatic testing of fire

hose shall be conducted inaccordance with NFPA 1962, Chapter5.

(2) Class II (Wet) Standpipes:

(a) Flow Test: Determine that the systemand its water supply will meet one ofthe following standards according tothe date of its installation. Test gaugesshall be used to measure residualpressures and an approved flow meter

shall be used to measure water flowquantities. The required water flowmust be maintained for at least 30seconds from systems supplied bystreet mains or gravity tanks and atleast two minutes from systemssupplied by booster pumps orpressure tanks:

[1] Systems Installed Prior to 1948:Shall have residual pressures of notless than 8 psi at the topmost outleton each riser with 20-gpm flowing.

[2] Systems Installed from 1948 to1959: Shall have residualpressures of not less than 12 psi atthe topmost outlet on each riserwith 35-gpm flowing.

[3] Systems Installed from 1960 to1971: Shall have residualpressures of not less than 15 psi atthe topmost outlet on each riserwith 35-gpm flowing.

[4] Systems Installed from 1971 to

1982: Shall have residualpressures of not less than 30 psi atthe topmost outlet on each riserwith 70-gpm flowing.

[5] Systems Installed after 1982:Shall have a residual pressure ofnot less than 65 psi at the topmostoutlet on each riser with 100-gpmflowing.

[6] Class H Standpipe Systems

Installed prior to 1996: Shall hava residual pressure of 108 psi oneach riser with 90-gpm flowing.

[7] Class H Standpipe SystemsInstalled after 1996: Shall have aresidual pressure of not less than65 psi on each riser with 100-gpm

flowing.

(b) On-site Water Supply:

[1] Determine that filling for on-sitewater supply, if provided, operateswhen flow test is conducted.

[2] Determine that air pressure and/orwater supply gauges, if provided,are in proper working condition.

(c) Outlets:

[1] Check each outlet for signs ofcorrosion and leakage.

[2] Where the residual pressure at a 11/2 inch outlet exceeds 100 psi, anapproved pressure-regulatingdevice shall be provided to limit thresidual pressure to 100 psi.

[3] Flow water from each outlet in thesystem in a manner that willindicate the valves are fullyoperable and that there is water

pressure at that outlet.

(d) Hose: Inspect hose at each outlet.Examine full length of hose section fomildew, cuts, abrasions, and otherdeterioration. Check hose couplingsfor gaskets, damage and obstructionsCheck for proper nozzles. Unlined

hose shall be equipped withsmoothbore nozzles; lined hose shallbe equipped with adjustable spraynozzles.

(e) Service Testing: Hydrostatic testingof fire hose shall be conducted inaccordance with NFPA-1962 Chapte5.

EXCEPTION:Unlined hose shall not be hydrostaticallytested. Hose shall be replaced with lined hoswhen replacement is necessary.

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(3) Combined Standpipe Systems:

(a) Inlets: Determine that proper inletconnections with approved signs havebeen provided and are in operablecondition.

Flush Fire Department InletConnection and Piping using anapproved method to removeobstructions and/or debris from FireDepartment inlet connection andpiping as stated in Section 4-N-1.

(b) Fire Pump Test: Follow Fire Pumptest procedures as stated in Section 4-I.

(c) Flow Test: Follow Class I and III

standpipe test procedure as stated inSection 4-O-1-d.(d) On-site Water Supply: Follow Class I

and III standpipe test procedure asstated in Section 4-O-1-g.

(e) Automatic Sprinkler System: FollowAutomatic Sprinkler System testprocedure as stated in Section 4-N.

(f) Fire Department Outlets: FollowClass I and III standpipe and pressureregulating valve test procedure asstated in Section 4-O and 4-K 1-8.

NOTE: Combined Standpipe Systemsequipped with looped standpipe risers shallbe flow tested by shutting down one side ofthe system at a time and flowing water fromthe open side. Fire alarm initiation shall takeplace within 20 to 60 seconds. After bothsides have been individually tested, a flowtest with both flow valves open shall beconducted. Tamper valves shall be tested bymoving valve from its normal position tworevolutions or 1/5 the travel of the valvewhichever is less. This shall initiate a troublesignal at the fire alarm panel.

NOTE: A separate flow test shall beconducted for each Fire Departmentconnection and riser.

SECTION 5 APPLICATIONThe provisions of this regulation do not

supersede, nullify, or in any manner abrogateany other provision of the Los Angeles City

Fire Code. Compliance with the provisions ofthis regulation does not relieve any personfrom compliance with applicable provisions ofany County, State, or Federal Law.

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Los Angeles City Fire DepartmentChiefs Regulation No. 4 RequirementsGUIDELINES FOR SEQUENCE OF OPERATION FOR LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS IN H

Manual PullStation

ElevatorLobbySmokeDetector

AreaSmokeDetector

Return AirDuctSmokeDetector

ElevatorShaftSmokeDetector

SprinklerWaterFlowSwitch

SVTS

Annunciate @ FCR (alarmand trouble) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Y

Annunciate @ 24-hourattended remote location(alarm and trouble)

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Y

Activate Audible AlarmSignal on floor of alarm Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes N

Shut Down All Air Handling(HVAC) on floor of alarm Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes N

Release All

Electromagnetically HeldDoors on floor of alarm

Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes N

Activate Smoke EvacuationSystem on floor of alarm Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes N

Recall All Elevators servingfloor of alarm No Yes No No Yes No N

Release All Stair Shaft DoorLocks in building Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes N

Activate All Stair ShaftPressurization Fans in

building

Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes N

Open Elevator Shaft SmokeDamper No No No No Yes No N

Release Approved ElevatorSecurity Door Locks Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes N


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