2015 cny eng expo presentation - the c&s companies · explain hydrostatic pressure testing...

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Kevin Geidel, CFPS, CETFire Protection EngineerC&S Engineers, Inc.

Agenda

Who am I and why am I talking? Typical fire sprinkler approval, design, and installation What is Acceptance Testing Why perform Acceptance Testing Activities performed during AcceptanceTesting Documentation of Acceptance Testing Perils of not performing Acceptance Testing Open discussion and questions Closing

Who Am I?

Fire Protection Engineer – C&S Companies Adjunct Professor – SUNY OCC FPT Firefighter/EMT – Liverpool FD Past President – SFPE NY Empire Chapter NYS Certified Code Enforcement Official Fire Investigator – NAFI‐CFEI, CVFI, CFII, and IAAI‐ECT M.S. – Safety, Security & Emergency Management B.S. – Fire & Safety Engineering Technology

Kevin Geidel, CFPS, CET

Objectives

Explain code requirements for acceptance testing Explain hydrostatic pressure testing Explain system operational tests Identify information on Contractor’s Material and Test

Certificate for Underground Piping and Aboveground Piping

Explain the requirements for flow testing a backflow prevention assembly

Describe components inspected in field inspection Explain required end user information





Fire Code of NYS

Chapter 9 – Fire Protection SystemsSection 901 –General

901.1 Scope.The provisions of this chapter shall specify where fire protection systems are required and shall apply to the design, installation, inspection, operation, testing and maintenance of all fire protection systems.

901.2 Construction Documents.The code enforcement official shall have the authority to require construction documents and calculations for all fire protection systems and require permits be issued for the installation, rehabilitation or modification of fire protection systems. Construction documents for fire protection systems shall be submitted for review and approval prior to system installation.

901.2.1 Statement of compliance. Before requesting final approval of the installation, where required by the code enforcement official, the installing contractor shall furnish a written statement to the code enforcement official that the subject fire protection system has been installed in accordance with approved plans and has been tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and the appropriate installation standard. Any deviations from the design standard shall be noted and copies of the approvals for such deviations shall be attached to the written documents.

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901.3 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 109.

Chapter 1 –AdministrationSection 109 –Administration and Enforcement

109.1 Administration and enforcement. Administration and enforcement of the New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code shall be in accordance with local law, subject to the minimum requirements set forth in the “Official Compilation of Codes Rules and Regulations of the State of New York,” 19 NYCRR Part 1203, “Minimum Standards for Administration and Enforcement.” State agencies shall comply with the minimum requirements set forth in 19 NYCRR Part 1204, “Administration and Enforcement by State Agencies.”

109.2 Modification. No town, village, city or county, nor any state agency charged with the administration and enforcement of this code may waive, modify or otherwise alter any provision of this code unless approved by the State Fire Prevention and Building Code Council in accordance with Section 379 of Article 18 of the Executive Law.

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Title 19 (NYCRR)Chapter XXXII – Division of Code Enforcement and AdministrationPart 1203 – Uniform Code: Minimum Standards for Administration and Enforcement

1203.3 Minimum features of a program for administration and enforcement of the Uniform Code.

A program for administration and enforcement of the Uniform Code shall, include all features described in subdivision (a) through (j) of this section. A government or agency charged with or accountable for administration and enforcement of the code must provide each of the listed features through legislation or other appropriate means.

(a) Building permits.(b) Construction inspections.(c) Stop work orders(d) Certificates of occupancy; certificates of compliance.(e) Notification regarding fire or explosion.(f) Procedures regarding unsafe structures and equipment.(g) Operating permits.

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(a) Building permits.

(1) Building permits shall be required for work which must conform to the Uniform Code. A government or agency charged with or accountable for administration and enforcement of the Uniform Code may exempt from the requirement for a permit the categories of work listed in subparagraphs (i) through (xii) of this paragraph. An exemption from the requirement to obtain a permit shall not be deemed an authorization for work to be performed in violation of the Uniform Code. The following categories of work may be excluded from the requirements for a building permit:…(xii) repairs, provided that such repairs do not involve:

…(d) the removal from service of all or part of a fire protection system for any

period of time

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(a) Building permits.

(2) An application for a building permit shall request sufficient information to permit a determination that the intended work accords with the requirements of the Uniform Code and shall require submissions of the following information and documentation:…(v) at least 2 sets of construction documents (drawings and/or specifications) that

define the scope of the proposed work.

(3) Construction documents shall not be accepted as part of an application for a building permit unless such documents:

(i) are prepared by a New York State registered architect or licensed professional engineer where required by the Education Law;

…

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New York Code – Education Title VIII: The ProfessionsArticle 145, Engineering and Land Surveying

Section 7209. Special provisions.

1. … All plans, specifications, plats and reports relating to the construction or alteration of buildings or structures prepared by such professional engineer… or by a full‐time or part0time subordinate under his supervision, shall be stamped with such a seal and shall also be signed, on the original with the personal signature of such professional engineer… when filed with public officials. No official of this state, or of any city, county, town or village therein, charged with the enforcement of laws, ordinances or regulations shall accept or approve any plans or specifications that are not stamped…

…7. Nothing in this article shall be construed to apply:

a. To alterations to any buildings or structures costing $10,000 or less which do not involve changes affecting structural safety or public safety thereof nor to farm buildings, including barns, sheds, poultry houses and other buildings used directly and solely for

agricultural purposes; nor to residence buildings of gross floor area of 1,500 ft.2 or less, not including garages, carports, porches, cellars, or uninhabitable basements or attics.

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901.4 Installation. Fire protection systems shall be maintained in accordance with the original installation standards for that system. Required systems shall be extended, altered, or augmented as necessary to maintain and continue protection whenever the building is altered, remodeled or added to. Alterations to fire protection systems shall be done in accordance with applicable standards.

901.4.1 Required fire protection systems. Fire protection systems required by this code, the Building Code of New York State or the Existing Building Code of New York State shall be installed, repaired, operated, tested and maintained in accordance with this code.

901.4.2 Nonrequired fire protection systems. Any fire protection system or portion thereof not required by this code, the Building Code of New York State or the Existing Building Code of New York State shall be allowed to be furnished for partial or complete protection provided such installed system meets the requirements of this code, the Building Code of New York State or the Existing Building Code of New York State.

901.4.3 Appearance of equipment.Any device that has the physical appearance of life safety or fire protection equipment but that does not perform that life safety or fire protection function, shall be prohibited.

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901.5 Installation acceptance testing. Fire detection and alarm systems, fire‐extinguishing systems, fire hydrant systems, fire standpipe systems, fire pump systems, private fire service mains an all other fire protection systems and appurtenances thereto shall be subject to acceptance tests as contained in the installation standards and as approved by the code enforcement official. The code enforcement official shall be notified before any required acceptance testing.

901.5.1 Occupancy. It shall be unlawful to occupy any portion of a building or structure until the required fire detection, alarm and suppression systems have been tested and approved.

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901.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall specify where fire protection systems are required and shall apply to the design, installation and operation of fire protection systems.

901.2 Fire protection systems. Fire protection systems shall be installed, repaired, operated and maintained in accordance with this code and the Fire Code of New York State.

Any fire protection system for which an exception or reduction to the provisions of this code has been granted shall be considered to be a required systems.

Exception: Any fire protection system or portion thereof not required by this code shall be permitted to be installed for partial or complete protection provided that such system meets the requirements of this code.

901.3 Modifications. No person shall remove or modify any fire protection system installed or maintained under the provisions of this code or the Fire Code of New York Statewithout approval by the code enforcement official.

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901.4 Threads. Threads provided for fire department connections to sprinkler systems, standpipes, yard hydrants or any other fire hose connection shall be compatible with the connections used by the local fire department.

901.5 Acceptance Tests. Fire protection systems shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of this code and the Fire Code of New York State. When required, the tests shall be conducted in the presence of the code enforcement official. Tests required by this code, the Fire Code of New York State and he standards listed in this code shall be conducted at the expense of the owner or the owner’s representative. It shall be unlawful to occupy portions of a structure until the required fire protection systems within that portion of the structure have been tested and approved.

NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, 2007 Edition

Chapter 24 – Systems Acceptance24.2 Acceptance Requirements

24.2.1 Hydrostatic Tests

24.2.2 Dry Pipe and Double Interlock Preaction Systems(s) Air Test

24.2.3 System Operational Tests24.2.3.1 Waterflow Devices24.2.3.2 Dry Pipe Systems24.2.3.3 Deluge and Preaction Valves24.2.3.4 Main Drain Valves24.2.3.5 Operating Test for Control Valves

24.2.4 Pressure Reducing Valves

24.2.5 Backflow Prevention Assemblies

24.2.6 Exposure Systems

Explain code requirements for acceptance testing Explain hydrostatic pressure testing Explain system operational tests Explain acceptance testing of the main system drain Identify information on Contractor’s Material and Test




NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

Chapter 24 – Systems Acceptance

24.2 Acceptance Requirements24.2.1 Hydrostatic Tests

24.2.1.1Unless permitted… all piping and attached appurtenances subjected to system working pressure shall be hydrostatically tested at 200 psi and shall maintain that pressure without loss for 2 hours.

24.2.1.2 Portions of systems normally subjected to system working pressures in excess of 150 psi shall be tested as described in 24.2.1.1, at a pressure of 50 psi in excess of system working pressure.

24.2.1.3 Where cold weather will not permit testing with water, an interim air test shall be permitted to be conducted as described in 24.2.2. This provision shall not remove the or replace the requirement for conducting the hydrostatic test as described in 24.2.1.1.

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Question:

Is it acceptable to utilize compressed gas to provide the required test pressure when completing a hydrostatic test?


Question:

Is it acceptable to utilize compressed gas to provide the required test pressure when completing a hydrostatic test?

Answer:

The use of nitrogen or other inert gases to increase the water pressure to the required test pressure is an acceptable test method; however, for reasons of safety, these gases can only be used in conjunction with water‐filled piping. Dry piping should never be pressurized with gases beyond 40 psi.




24.2.1.4 Modifications affecting 20 or fewer sprinklers shall not require testing in excess of system working pressure.

24.2.1.5Where addition or modification is made to an existing system affecting more than 20 sprinklers, the new portion shall be isolated and tested at not less that 200 psi for 2 hours.

24.2.1.6Modifications that cannot be isolated, such as relocated drops, shall not require testing in excess of system working pressure.

24.2.1.7 Loss shall be determined by a drop in gauge pressure or visual leakage.

24.2.1.8 The test pressure shall be read from a gauge located at the low elevation point of the system or portion being tested.


Question:

Where is the hydrostatic test pressure measured during the test?


Question:

Where is the hydrostatic test pressure measured during the test?

Answer:

The hydrostatic test pressure is measured at the lowest elevation within the system or portion of the system being tested. Testing at a high point of the system, which due to static head, would increase the test pressure significantly, is not considered necessary. The procedure is carried out in this way due to the fact that application of pressure typically occurs at the lower elevation, and these high pressures would not be anticipated at the higher elevations within the system.




24.2.1.9 Additives, corrosive chemicals such as sodium silicate, or derivatives of sodium silicate, brine, or similar acting chemicals shall not be used while hydrostatically testing systems or for stopping leaks.

24.2.1.10 Piping between the exterior fire department connection and the check valve in the fire department inlet pipe shall be hydrostatically tested in the same manner as the balance of the system. After repair or replacement work affecting the fire department connection, the piping between the exterior and the check valve in the fire department inlet pipe shall be isolated and hydrostatically tested at 150 psi.

24.2.1.11When deluge system are being hydrostatically tested, plugs shall be installed in fittings and replaced with open sprinklers after the test is completed, or the operating elements of automatic sprinklers shall be removed after the test is completed.

24.2.1.12 Provisions shall be made for the proper disposal of water used for flushing or testing.

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Question:

Is it required that the fire department connection (FDC) piping be hydrostatically tested?


Question:

Is it required that the fire department connection (FDC) piping be hydrostatically tested?

Answer:

The FDC piping, including the portion between the exterior FDC and the check valve in the connection’s inlet pipe, must be tested. Because the piping from the check valve to the hose connection is not normally subjected to water pressure, this could lead the contractor to mistakenly believe that testing of that portion is not required.


Question:

Is the testing process different for a new installation of piping than it is for piping that is being repaired or replaced?


Question:

Is the testing process different for a new installation of piping than it is for piping that is being repaired or replaced?

Answer:

For repair or replacement work on FDC piping, a 2‐hour hydrostatic test is required at not less than 150 psi. Other portions of pipe, such as the inspector’s test connection and drain and auxiliary drains, are not typically subject to high pressure and do not have to be tested to ensure integrity of the entire system.


Question:

What is the process for hydrostatically testing a remote FDC?


Question:

What is the process for hydrostatically testing a remote FDC?

Answer:

Any buried piping connecting the FDC to the system can be tested in accordance with the requirements of 10.10.2.2 and 10.10.2.4 (hydrostatic test for underground piping).

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24.2.1.13 Test Blanks

24.2.1.13.1 Test blanks shall have painted lugs protruding is such a way as to clearly indicate their presence.

24.2.1.13.2 The test blanks shall be numbered, and the installing contractor shall have a record keeping method ensuring their removal after work is completed.

24.2.13.3When subject to hydrostatic test pressures, the clapper of a differential‐type valve shall be held off its seat to prevent damaging the valve.



24.2 Acceptance Requirements24.2.2 Dry Pipe and Double Interlock Preaction System(s) Air Test

24.2.2.1 In addition to the standard hydrostatic test, an air pressure test at 40 psi shall be conducted for 24 hours. Any leakage that results in a loss of pressure in excess of 1.5 psi for the 24 hours shall be corrected.

24.2.2.2Where systems are installed in spaces that are capable of being operated in temperatures below 32⁰F, air pressure leakage tests required in 24.2.2 shall be conducted at the lowest nominal temperature of the space.

Question:

Are NFPA 13R sprinkler systems required to be hydrostatically tested to a pressure of a least 200 psi?

NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems for Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height

NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems for Residential Occupancies up to and Including Four Stories in Height

Question:

Are NFPA 13R sprinkler systems required to be hydrostatically tested to a pressure of a least 200 psi?

Answer:

All NFPA 13R sprinkler systems must be hydrostatically tested to a pressure of at least 200 psi in accordance with NFPA 13, unless the system has 20 or fewer sprinklers with no FDC.







24.2 Acceptance Requirements

24.2.3 System Operational Tests

24.2.3.1 Waterflow Devices.

24.2.3.2 Dry Pipe Systems

24.2.3.3 Deluge and Preaction Systems

24.2.3.4 Main Drain Valves

24.2.3.5 Operating Test for Control Valves

24.2.4 Pressure Reducing Valves

24.2.6 Exposure Systems

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24.2 Acceptance Requirements24.2.3 System Operational Tests

24.2.3.1 Waterflow Devices. Waterflow detecting devices including the associated alarm circuits shall be flow tested through the inspector’s test connection and shall result in an audible alarm on the premises within 5 minutes after such flow begins and until such flow stops.

NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm Code, 2007 Edition

Chapter 5 – Initiating Devices

5.11 Sprinkler Waterflow Alarm‐Initiating Devices

5.11.1 The provisions of Section 5.11 shall apply to devices that initiate an alarm indicating a flow of water in a sprinkler system

5.11.2 Activation of the initiating device shall occur within 90 seconds of waterflow at the alarm‐initiating device when flow occurs that is equal to or greater than that from a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system.

5.11.3Movement of water due to waste, surges, or variable pressure shall not initiate an alarm signal.




24.2.3.2 Dry Pipe Systems.

24.2.3.2.1 A working test of the dry pipe valve alone and with a quick‐opening device, if installed, shall be made by opening the inspector’s test connection.

24.2.3.2.2The test shall measure the time to trip the valve and the time for water to be discharged from the inspector’s test connection. All times shall be measured from the time the inspector’s test connection is completely opened.

24.2.3.2.2.1Dry system calculated for water delivery in accordance with 7.2.3.6 shall be exempt from any specific delivery time requirement.

24.2.3.2.3 The results shall be recorded using the contractor’s material and test certificate for aboveground piping.


Question:

What is meant by “first evidence of waterflow?”


Question:

What is meant by “first evidence of waterflow?”

Answer:

The measurement of time for water to be discharged from the inspector’s test connection is based on the first evidence of waterflow, because it would be subject to interpretation if a wait was required to determine when a steady flow rate was achieved. During testing, the water discharging from the inspector’s test connection will initially be erratic, with spurting and momentary stoppages, due to mixing with air that is still in the system.




24.2.3.3 Deluge and Preaction Systems

24.2.3.3.1The automatic operation of a deluge or preaction valve shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

24.2.3.3.2The manual and remote control operation, where present, shall also be tested.

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24.2.3.4 Main Drain Valves

24.2.3.4.1The main drain valve shall be opened and remain open until the system pressure stabilizes

24.2.3.3.2That static and residual pressures shall be recorded on the contractor’s material and test certificate.


Question:

What is the purpose of the main drain test?


Question:

What is the purpose of the main drain test?

Answer:

The main drain test is an important part of the acceptance for a sprinkler system because it establishes baseline data regarding the water supply against which future tests can be compared.


Question:

How do you determine the flow from a main drain during the main drain test?


Question:

How do you determine the flow from a main drain during the main drain test?

Answer:

The results of the main drain test are used to track the relative condition of the water supply and to determine if the waterflow to the system has a major obstruction, but it is not used as a measure of the actual capacity of the water supply. Even though water is discharged during the test, the main drain is not considered to be a waterflow test and the actual flow rate is not measured.




24.2.3.5 Operating Test for Control Valves. All control valves shall be fully closed and opened under system water pressure to ensure proper operation.

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24.2 Acceptance Requirements24.2.4 Pressure Reducing Valves

24.2.4.1 Each pressure‐reducing valve shall be tested upon completion of installation to ensure proper operation under flow and no‐flow conditions.

24.2.4.2Testing shall verify that the device properly regulates outlet pressure at both maximum and normal inlet pressure conditions.

24.2.4.3 The results of the flow test of each pressure‐reducing valve shall be recorded on the contractor’s material and test certificate.

24.2.4.4The results shall include the static and residual inlet pressures, static and residual outlet pressures, and the flow rate.



24.2 Acceptance Requirements24.2.6 Exposure Systems

Operating tests shall be made of exposure protection systems upon completion of installation, where such tests do not risk water damage to the building on which they are installed or to adjacent buildings.





Contractor's Material and Test Certificate for A boveground Piping

PROCEDUREUpon completion of work, inspection and tests shall be made by the contractor’s representative and witnessed by an owner’s representative. All defects shall be corrected and system left in service before contractor’s personnel finally leave the job. A certificate shall be filled out and signed by both representatives. Copies shall be prepared for approving authorities, owners, contractor, and the State Fire Marshal. It is understood the owner’s representative’s signature in no way prejudices any claim against contractor for faulty material, poor workmanship, or failure to comply with approving authorities requirements or local ordinances.

Property Name

1. DateProperty Address City State

Zip

Accepted by approving authorities(names)

PLANS Address

Installation conforms to accepted plans Yes No

Equipment used is approved? Yes No If no, explain deviations

INSTRUCTIONS

Has person in charge of fire equipment been instructed as to location of control valves and care and maintenance of this new equipment? Yes No If no, explain

Have copies of the following been left on the premises? 1. System Components Instructions Yes No 2. Care and Maintenance Instructions Yes No 3. NFPA 25 Yes No

LOCATION

OF SYSTEM Supplies buildings

SPRINKLERS

Make Model Year of Manufacture Orifice Size Quantity Temperature Rating

PIPE AND

FITTINGS

Type of pipe

Type of fittings

ALARM VALVE

OR FLOW

INDICATOR

ALARM DEVICES Maximum time to operate through test connection

Type Make Model Minutes Seconds

DRY PIPE

OPERATING

TEST

DRY VALVE Q.O.D.

Make Model Serial No. Make Model Serial No.

Time to trip through

test connection1,2

Water Pressure Air Pressure Trip Point Air

Pressure

Time water reached

test outlet1,2

Alarm operated

properly

Minutes Seconds psi psi psi Minutes Seconds Yes No

Without Q.O.D. With Q.O.D.

If no, explain

Operation Pneumatic Electric Hydraulic

Piping supervised Yes No Detection media supervised Yes No

Does valve operate from the manual trip, remote, or both control stations? Yes No

DELUGE &

PREACTION

Is there an accessible facility in each circuit

for testing? Yes No

If no, explain

VALVES

Make

Model Does each circuit operate

supervision loss alarm?

Does each circuit operate valve

release?

Maximum time to operate release?

Yes No Yes No Minutes Seconds

PRESSURE REDUCING

VALVE TEST

Location &Floor Make & Model Setting STATIC PRESSURE RESIDUAL PRESSURE (flowing) FLOW RATE Inlet (psi) Outlet (psi) Inlet (psi) Outlet (psi) Flow (GPM)

TEST

DESCRIPTION

HYDROSTATIC: Hydrostatic tests shall be made at not less than 200 psi (13.6 bars) for two hours or 50 psi (3.4 bars) above static pressure in

excess of 150 psi (10.2 bars) for two hours. Differential Dry-Pipe Valve clappers shall be left open during test to prevent damage. All aboveground

piping leakage shall be stopped.

PNEUMATIC: Establish 40 psi (2.7 bars) air pressure and measure drop, which shall not exceed 1-1/2 psi (0.1 bars) in 24 hours. Test pressure

tanks at normal water level and air pressure and measure air pressure drop, which shall not exceed 1-1/2 psi (0.1 bars) in 24 hours.

TESTS

All pipe hydraulically tested at: psi (_______ bar) for hrs

Dry Pipe pneumatically tested Yes No

Equipment operates properly Yes No

If no, state reason

Do you certify as the sprinkler contractor that additives and corrosive chemicals, sodium silicate or derivatives of sodium silicate, brine, or other

corrosive chemicals were not used for testing systems or stopping leaks? Yes No

DRAIN

TEST

Reading of gage located near

water supply test connection: psi (________ bar)

Residual pressure with valve

in test connection open wide. psi (________ bar) Underground mains and lead in connections to system risers flushed before connection made to sprinkler piping

Verified by copy of the Contractor’s Material & Test Yes No Certificate for Underground Piping. Flushed by installer of underground sprinkler piping. Yes No

Other, explain

If powder driven fasteners are used in concrete, has representative sample testing been satisfactorily completed? Yes No

If no, explain

BLANK TESTING

GASKETS

Number used Locations Number removed

WELDING

Welded piping Yes No

If yes… Do you certify as the sprinkler contractor that welding procedures comply with the requirements of

at least AWS B2.1? Yes No Do you certify that the welding was performed by welders qualified in compliance with the requirements

of at least AWS B2.1? Yes No Do you certify that the welding was carried out in compliance with a documented quality control procedure

to ensure that all discs are retrieved, that openings in piping are smooth, that slag and other welding residue are removed, and that the internal diameters of piping are not penetrated? Yes No

CUTOUTS (DISCS)

Do you certify that you have a control feature to ensure that all cutouts (disks) are retrieved? Yes No

HYDRAULIC

DATA

NAMEPLATE

Nameplate provided?

Yes No

If no, explain

REMARKS

DATE left in service with all control valves

open:

Signature

Name of sprinkler contractor

Contractor’s Address City State Zip

Tests witnessed by For property owner (signed) Title Date

For sprinkler contractor (signed) Title Date

Additional explanation and notes

Contractor's Material and Test Certificate for Underground Piping

PROCEDURE Upon completion of work, inspection and tests shall be made by the contractor’s representative and witnessed by an owner’s representative. All defects shall be corrected and system left in service before contractor’s personnel finally leave the job. A certificate shall be filled out and signed by both representatives. Copies shall be prepared for approving authorities, owners, contractor, and the State Fire Marshal. It is understood the owner’s representative’s signature in no way prejudices any claim against contractor for faulty material, poor workmanship, or failure to comply with approving authority’s requirements or local ordinances.

Property Name 1. Date

Property Address City State Zip

PLANS

Accepted by approving authorities (names)

Address

Installation conforms to accepted plans Yes No Equipment used is approved Yes No If no, state deviations

INSTRUCTIONS

Has person in charge of fire equipment been instructed as to location of control valves and care and maintenance of this new equipment? Yes No If no, explain Have copies of appropriate instructions and care and maintenace charts been left on premises? Yes No If no, explain

LOCATION

Supplies buildings

UNDERGROUND

PIPES AND

JOINTS

Pipe types and class

Type joints

Pipe conforms to _________________ Standard Yes No

Fittings conform to _________________ Standard Yes No If no, explain

Joints needed anchorage clamped, strapped or blocked in Yes No accordance with _________________ standard If no, explain

TEST

DESCRIPTION

FLUSHING: Flow the required rate until water is clear as indicated by no collection of foreign material in burlap bags at outlets such as hydrants and

blow-offs. Flush at flows not less than 390 GPM (1476 L/min) for 4-inch pipe, 880 GPM (3331 L/min) for 6-inch pipe, 1560 GPM (5905 L/min) for 8-inch

pipe, 2440 GPM (9235 L/min) for 10-inch pipe, and 3520 GPM (13323 L/min) for 12-inch pipe. When supply cannot produce stipulated flow rates,

obtain maximum available.

HYDROSTATIC: Hydrostatic tests shall be made at not less than 200 psi (13.8 bars) for two hours or 50 psi (3.4 bars) above static pressure In excess

of 150 psi (10.3 bars) for two hours.

LEAKAGE: New pipe laid with rubber gasketed joints shall, if the workmanship is satisfactory, have little or no leakage at the joints. The amount of

leakage at the joints shall not exceed 2 quarts per hour (1.89 L/hr) per 100 joints irrespective of pipe diameter. The leakage shall be distributed over all

joints. If such leakage occurs at a few joints, the installation shall be considered unsatisfactory and necessary repairs made. The amount of allowable

leakage specified above can be increased by 1 fl oz per inch valve diameter per hour (30 mL/25 mm/hr) for each metal seated valve isolating the test

section. If dry barrel hydrants are tested with the main valve open so the hydrants are under pressure, an additional 5 oz per minute (150 mL/min)

leakage is permitted for hydrant.

New underground piping flushed according to_________________ standard by (company) Yes No

If no, explain

FLUSHING

How flushing flow was obtained

Public water Tank or reservoir Fire pump

Through what type of opening

Hydrant butt Open pipe

TESTS Lead-ins flushed according to _______________ standard by (company) Yes No If no, explain

How flushing flow was obtained

Public water Tank or reservoir Fire pump

Through what type of opening

Y connection to flange spigot Open pipe

HYDROSTATIC

TEST

All new underground piping hydrostatically tested at

psi for hours

Joints covered

Yes No

LEAKAGE

TEST

Total amount of leakage measured

gallons hours

Allowable leakage

gallons hours

HYDRANTS Number installed

Type and make

All operate satisfactorily

Yes No

CONTROL

VALVES

Water control valves left wide open Yes No If no, state reason

Hose threads of fire department connections and hydrants interchangeable with those of

the fire department answering alarm Yes No

REMARKS

Date left in service ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature

Name of installing contractor

Contractor’s Address City State Zip

Tests witnessed by For property owner (signed) Title Date

For Installing contractor (signed) Title Date

Additional explanation and notes:





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24.2 Acceptance Requirements24.2.5 Backflow Prevention Assemblies

24.2.5.1 The backflow prevention assembly shall be forward flow tested to ensure proper operation.

24.2.5.2The minimum flow rate shall be the system demand, including hose stream appliances where applicable.







Fire Sprinkler Final Inspection Checklist

1. Verify the installing contractor has a valid permit. Approved plans should be at site.

2. Obtain Contractor’s Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping for each system installed. Signatures of installing contractor and building owner’s representative must be on the form.

3. Verify proper signage on riser components:(a) Control valve(b) Main drain(c) Inspector’s test(d) Hydraulic design information plate

4. Verify spare sprinkler cabinet is installed and has the correct number of sprinklers, a sprinkler wrench, and any special tools required for the system. (A copy of NFPA 25 should be provided to the owner, as well)

5. Verify proper sealing where piping penetrates floors and walls.



6. Observe Main Drain Test and verify pressures at the base of the riser meet or exceed the required system demand pressure listed on the hydraulic calculation information plate attached to the riser. (Test should flow for at least two minutes)

7. Observe activation of the fire alarm notification devices on water flow, thru inspector’s test, including:(a) Electric water flow bell on the exterior of the building.(b) General alarm devices in the building (within 90 seconds of open inspector’s test)

*Note: Confirm “Alarm” status at the control panel and observe description of activated device.

8. Confirm “Supervisory” signal and description of activated device at the control panel for:(a) Tamper switches on valves (indicating a closed or partially [1/4 turn] closed valve)(b) Low air pressure on dry pipe systems (if applicable)(c) Fire pump requirement (if applicable)

*Note: All sprinkler systems are required to be monitored by a listed supervising station unless otherwise approved. Confirm receipt of all signals at the supervising station.



9. Walk thru the building and confirm:(a) Sprinklers are free of obstructions by building elements (soffits, light fixtures, ceiling

fans, exit signs, decorations, etc.)(b) Sprinklers are not painted and all protective covers have been removed(c) All sprinkler escutcheons have been installed properly(d) Door and rooms signs are installed where required (example: “Sprinkler Riser Room” or

“Fire Sprinkler System Inside”)(e) Look at anything not completed at rough‐in inspection(s).

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Question:

Why are inspections, testing, and maintenance (ITM) so important to the effectiveness of a sprinkler system?


Question:

Why are inspections, testing, and maintenance (ITM) so important to the effectiveness of a sprinkler system?

Answer:

ITM are especially important because of the inactive nature of sprinkler systems. Unlike other types of building systems that are used on a routine basis, the sprinkler system is only used during emergency situations. The system’s proper operating condition is not verifiable through day‐to‐day operations, as are HVAC, plumbing, and process systems.


Question:

How many spare sprinklers are required for an NFPA 13 installation?


Question:

How many spare sprinklers are required for an NFPA 13 installation?

Answer:

A supply of at least six spare sprinklers (never fewer than six) shall be maintained on the premises so that any sprinkler that have operated or have been damaged in any way can be promptly replaced. A minimum of two sprinklers of each type and temperature rating should be provided. The larger the facility, the more sprinklers required.







24.4 InstructionsThe installing contractor shall provided the property owner or the property owner’s

authorized representative with the following:

(1) All literature and instructions provided by the manufacturer describing proper operation and maintenance of any equipment and devices installed

(2) NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water‐Based Fire Protection Systems

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24.5 Hydraulic Design Information Sign

24.5.1 The installing contractor shall identify a hydraulically designed sprinkler system with a permanently marked weatherproof metal or rigid plastic sign secured with corrosion resistant wire, chain, or other approved means. Such signs shall be placed at the alarm valve, dry pipe valve, preaction valve, or deluge valve supplying the corresponding hydraulically designed area.

24.5.2 The sign shall include the following information:

(1) Location of the design area or areas(2) Discharge densities over the design area or areas(3) Required flow and residual pressure demand at the base of the riser(4) Occupancy classification or commodity classification and maximum permitted

storage height and configuration(5) Hose stream allowance included in addition to the sprinkler demand(6) The name of the installing contractor




24.6 General Information Sign

24.6.1 The installing contractor shall provide a general information sign used to determine system design basis and information relevant to the inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements required by NFPA 25,Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water‐Based Fire Protection Systems. Such general information shall be provided with a permanently marked weatherproof metal or rigid plastic sign, secured with corrosion‐resistant wire, chain, or other acceptable means. Such signs shall be placed at each system control riser, antifreeze loop, and auxiliary system control valve.





(1) Name and location of the facility protected(2) Presence of high‐piled and/or rack storage(3) Maximum height of storage planned(4) Aisle width planned(5) Commodity classification(6) Encapsulation of pallet loads(7) Presence of solid shelving(8) Flow test data(9) Presence of flammable/combustible liquids(10) Presence of hazardous materials(11) Presence of other special storage(12) Location of auxiliary drains and low point drains(13) Original results of main drain flow test(14) Name of installing contractor or designer(15) Indication of presence and location of antifreeze or other auxiliary systems

NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems NFPA 13 – Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems




(1) Name and location of the facility protected(2) Presence of high‐piled and/or rack storage(3) Maximum height of storage planned(4) Aisle width planned(5) Commodity classification(6) Encapsulation of pallet loads(7) Presence of solid shelving(8) Flow test data(9) Presence of flammable/combustible liquids(10) Presence of hazardous materials(11) Presence of other special storage(12) Location of auxiliary drains and low point drains(13) Original results of main drain flow test(14) Name of installing contractor or designer(15) Indication of presence and location of antifreeze or other auxiliary systems

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Company

And finally…..

Company

All sprinkler systems require acceptance testing CEO’s should witness acceptance testing Understand what you are looking at Ask questions throughout the process

Questions Open Discussion Kevin Geidel, CFPS, CET

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