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AS 18512005 (Incorporating Amendment No. 1) Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems and Equipment
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This Australian Standard was prepared by Committee FP-001, Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems and Equipment. It was approved on behalf of the Council of Standards Australia on 29 June 2005. This Standard was published on 5 September 2005.
The following are represented on Committee FP-001:
Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air-conditioning and Heating Australasian Fire Authorities Council Communications, Electrical and Plumbing Union Department of Defence Department of Human Services Fire Protection Association of Australia Engineers Australia National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia National Electrical & Communications Association Property Council of Australia Representatives from Standards Australia Technical Committees
FP-002Fire detection and alarms FP-003Fire extinguishers FP-004Automatic fire sprinkler systems FP-007Fire hose reels FP-008Fire pumpsets FP-009Fire hydrants FP-011Special fire hazards FP-017Emergency management procedures FP-019Passive fire systems
This Standard was issued in draft form for comment as DR 04463. Standards Australia wishes to acknowledge the participation of the expert individuals that contributed to the development of this Standard through their representation on the Committee and through public comment period.
Keeping Standards upKeeping Standards upKeeping Standards upKeeping Standards up----totototo----datedatedatedate Australian Standards are living documents that reflect progress in science, technology and systems. To maintain their currency, all Standards are periodically reviewed, and new editions are published. Between editions, amendments may be issued. Standards may also be withdrawn. It is important that readers assure themselves they are using a current Standard, which should include any amendments that may have been published since the Standard was published. Detailed information about Australian Standards, drafts, amendments and new projects can be found by visiting www.standards.org.auwww.standards.org.auwww.standards.org.auwww.standards.org.au Standards Australia welcomes suggestions for improvements, and encourages readers to notify us immediately of any apparent inaccuracies or ambiguities. Contact us via email at [email protected]@[email protected]@standards.org.au, or write to Standards Australia, GPO Box 476, Sydney, NSW 2001.
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AS 18512005 (Incorporating Amendment No. 1)
Australian Standard
Maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment
Originated as AS CA161939 (7th Ed FOC Rules), AS CA181941, AS 1851.11981, AS 1851.41980, AS 1851.61983, AS 1851.71984, AS 1851.81987, AS 1851.91988, AS 1851.101989, AS 1851.111991, AS 1851.121995, AS/NZS 1851.13:1995, AS 1851.141996, AS 1851.151997 and AS/NZS 1851.16:1997. Previous editions: AS 1851.11995, AS 1851.21995, AS 1851.31997, AS 1851.41992, AS 1851.51981, AS 1851.61997, AS 1851.71984, AS 1851.81987, AS 1851.91997, AS 1851.101989, AS 1851.111991, AS 1851.121995, AS/NZS 1851.13:1995, AS 1851.141996, AS 1851.151997 and AS/NZS 1851.16:1997. AS 1851.11995, AS 1851.21995, AS 1851.31997, AS 1851.41992, AS 1851.51981, AS 1851.61997, AS 1851.71984, AS 1851.81987, AS 1851.91997, AS 1851.101989, AS 1851.111991, AS 1851.121995, AS/NZS 1851.13:1995, AS 1851.141996, AS 1851.151997 and AS/NZS 1851.16:1997 revised, amalgamated and redesignated as AS 18512005. Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 1 (July 2006). Consult the Standards Australia online system for details of the complete history.
COPYRIGHT
Standards Australia
All rights are reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or copied in any form or by
any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, without the written
permission of the publisher.
Published by Standards Australia, GPO Box 476, Sydney, NSW 2001, Australia
ISBN 0 7337 6822 9
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PREFACE
This Standard was prepared by the Standards Australia Committee FP-001, Maintenance of
Fire Protection Systems and Equipment, to supersede the following.
AS 1851 Maintenance of fire protection equipment
AS 1851.11995 Part 1: Portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets
AS 1851.21995 Part 2: Fire hose reels
AS 1851.31997 Part 3: Automatic fire sprinkler systems
AS 1851.41992 Part 4: Fire hydrant installations
AS 1851.51981 Part 5: Automatic smoke/heat venting systems
AS 1851.61997 Part 6: Management procedures for maintaining the fire and
smoke control features of air-handling systems
AS 1851.71984 Part 7: Fire-resistant doorsets
AS 1851.81987 Part 8: Automatic fire detection and alarm systems
AS 1851.91997 Part 9: Delivery lay flat fire hose
AS 1851.101989 Part 10: Emergency warning and intercommunication systems
AS 1851.111991 Part 11: Halon 1301 total flooding systems
AS 1851.121995 Part 12: Gaseous fire extinguishing systems
AS/NZS 1851.131995 Part 13: Wheeled fire extinguishers
AS 1851.141996 Part 14: Pumpset systems
AS 1851.151997 Part 15: Local fire alarm systems
AS/NZS 1851.161997 Part 16: Pyrogen fire extinguishing aerosol systems
This Standard incorporates Amendment No. 1 (July 2006). The changes required by the
Amendment are indicated in the text by a marginal bar and amendment number against the
clause, note, table, figure or part thereof affected.
This edition of AS 1851 incorporates a considerable amount of new material for the
maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment. In the light of user experience, it
may be necessary to amend the Standard. The committee responsible for AS 18512005
will address user comment as and when received.
A feature of this edition is a uniform structure for maintenance requirements. Section 1 sets
out general requirements applying to all systems and equipment. The other Sections contain
the additional requirements specific to particular fire protection systems or equipment.
The terms normative and informative have been used in this Standard to define the
application of the appendix to which they apply. A normative appendix is an integral part
of the Standard, whereas an informative appendix is only for information and guidance.
Notes in this Standard are advisory only.
This Standard incorporates a Commentary on some clauses. The Commentary directly
follows the relevant clause, is designated by C preceding the clause number and is
printed in italics in a panel. The Commentary is for information only and does not need
to be followed for compliance with the Standard.
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The following list of AS 1851 superseded parts shows the corresponding applicable sections
in this revised Standard as a source of reference.
Superseded AS 1851 Parts AS 18512005
Standard No. Date
published Short title Group Section
AS 1851.1 1995 Extinguishers and blankets First aid 15 and 16
AS 1851.2 1995 Hose reels First aid 14
AS 1851.3 1997 Sprinklers Water-based 2
AS 1851.4 1992 Hydrants Water-based 4
AS 1851.5 1981 Smoke/heat venting HVAC 18
AS 1851.6 1997 Fire and smoke management HVAC 18
AS 1851.7 1984 Fire doorsets Passive 17
AS 1851.8 1987 Detection alarms warning Detection 6
AS 1851.9 1997 Lay flat hose Water-based 5
AS 1851.10 1989 EWIS Detection 9 and 10
AS 1851.11 1991 Halon 1301 Special hazards Obsolete
AS 1851.12 1995 Gaseous Special hazards 11
AS/NZS 1851.13 1995 Wheeled extinguishers First aid 15
AS 1851.14 1996 Pumpsets Water-based 3
AS 1851.15 1997 Local alarms Detection 7
AS/NZS 1851.16 1997 Pyrogen aerosols Special Hazard 12
Fire monitoring systems (new) Detection 8
Smoke alarms (new) Detection 7
Water mist (new) Special Hazard 13
Evacuation (new) EVAC 19
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CONTENTS
Page
FOREWORD.............................................................................................................................. 8
SECTION 1 SCOPE AND GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE ...................................................................................................................... 10
1.2 OBJECTIVE.............................................................................................................. 10
1.3 APPLICATION ......................................................................................................... 10
1.4 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS ................................................................................ 10
1.5 DEFINITIONS .......................................................................................................... 10
1.6 ABBREVIATIONS ................................................................................................... 11
1.7 MAINTENANCE PROCESS .................................................................................... 12
1.8 MAINTENANCE PROGRAM.................................................................................. 14
1.9 DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING STANDARDS.................... 14
1.10 COMPETENT PERSONS ......................................................................................... 16
1.11 FREQUENCY AND TOLERANCES OF MAINTENANCE INTERVALS.............. 16
1.12 SYSTEMS INTERFACE .......................................................................................... 18
1.13 AGGRESSIVE ENVIRONMENTS .......................................................................... 19
1.14 SYSTEM INOPERATIVE PRECAUTIONS............................................................. 19
1.15 DOCUMENTATION................................................................................................. 20
SECTION 2 AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS
2.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 23
2.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... 23
2.3 FREQUENCY ........................................................................................................... 25
2.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ......................................................................................... 25
SECTION 3 FIRE PUMPSETS
3.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 62
3.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... 62
3.3 FREQUENCY ........................................................................................................... 63
3.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND RECORDS
SCHEDULES ............................................................................................................ 63
SECTION 4 FIRE HYDRANT SYSTEMS
4.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 75
4.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... 75
4.3 FREQUENCY ........................................................................................................... 77
4.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND RECORDS
SCHEDULES ............................................................................................................ 77
SECTION 5 DELIVERY LAY FLAT FIRE HOSE
5.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 85
5.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS ................................................................... 85
5.3 FREQUENCY ........................................................................................................... 87
5.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND RECORDS
SCHEDULES ............................................................................................................ 87
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SECTION 6 FIRE DETECTION SYSTEMS
6.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 90
6.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... 90
6.3 FREQUENCY ........................................................................................................... 90
6.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ......................................................................................... 91
SECTION 7 SMOKE ALARMS AND HEAT ALARMS
7.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 96
7.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................... 96
7.3 FREQUENCY ........................................................................................................... 96
7.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ......................................................................................... 97
SECTION 8 FIRE ALARM MONITORING SYSTEMS
8.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 100
8.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 100
8.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 100
8.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 100
SECTION 9 SOUND SYSTEMS FOR EMERGENCY PURPOSES
9.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 103
9.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 103
9.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 103
9.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 104
SECTION 10 INTERCOM SYSTEMS FOR EMERGENCY PURPOSES
10.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 108
10.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 108
10.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 108
10.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 109
SECTION 11 GASEOUS FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS
11.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 112
11.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 112
11.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 113
11.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 113
SECTION 12 FIXED AEROSOL FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS
12.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 121
12.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 121
12.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 122
12.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 122
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SECTION 13 OPEN NOZZLE WATER MIST FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS
13.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 130
13.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS ................................................................. 130
13.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 131
13.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 131
SECTION 14 FIRE HOSE REELS
14.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 139
14.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 139
14.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 141
14.4 INSPECTION, TEST, SURVEY AND RECORDS SCHEDULES.......................... 142
SECTION 15 PORTABLE AND WHEELED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
15.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 145
15.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 146
15.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 150
15.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 151
SECTION 16 FIRE BLANKETS
16.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 159
16.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 159
16.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 160
16.4 INSPECTION AND RECORDS SCHEDULE ........................................................ 161
SECTION 17 PASSIVE FIRE AND SMOKE CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS
17.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 162
17.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 162
17.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 166
17.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULES ....................................................................................... 166
SECTION 18 FIRE AND SMOKE CONTROL FEATURES OF HVAC SYSTEMS
18.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 194
18.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 194
18.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 206
18.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND
RECORDS SCHEDULE ......................................................................................... 206
SECTION 19 EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES
19.1 GENERAL .............................................................................................................. 235
19.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS .................................................................. 235
19.3 FREQUENCY ......................................................................................................... 235
19.4 VERIFICATION OF SYSTEMS ELEMENTS........................................................ 235
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APPENDICES
A LIST OF REFERENCED DOCUMENTS ............................................................... 237
B COMPETENCIES AND AUTHORITY TO WORK ............................................... 240
C MAINTENANCE TAGS OR LABELSFREQUENCY........................................ 241
D SAMPLE ANNUAL SYSTEM CONDITION REPORT ......................................... 242
E FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT AND APPLICABLE
MAINTENANCE PROVISIONS ............................................................................ 243
F FIRE PUMPSET TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTS............................................... 245
G OTHER EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES...................................... 249
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FOREWORD
The criteria adopted for revising this Standard include reliability, integrity, functionality
and performance of fire protection systems and equipment. Consideration has also been
given to the interfaces between equipment for fire detection and firefighting.
The Standard contains requirements formulated as a means of satisfying Occupational
Health and Safety (OH&S) regulations and the maintenance provisions of the Building
Code of Australia (BCA). It may also form the basis for performance-based solutions. The
combination of inspection, test, preventive maintenance and survey may demonstrate
compliance with the maintenance requirements of the Building Code of Australia.
Training of personnel to the appropriate levels for the carrying out of inspection, test,
preventive maintenance and survey of fire protection systems has not been directly
addressed in this Standard; however, it is recognized that effective maintenance programs
depend on suitably trained personnel.
An explanation of how this Standard is intended to be implemented is given in Section 1
detailing a four-stage approach of inspection, test, preventive maintenance and survey,
coupled with records to be kept and reports to be made and culminating in the issue of a
final condition report.
Scope and frequency provisions have been revised and, wherever practicable, specific test
results are required to be recorded. The former tick-the-box approach has been abandoned
in favour of specific yes/no and quantitative answers throughout.
The revised inspection, test, preventive maintenance and survey regimes in this Standard
address the functional aspects of installed fire protection systems and equipment on a
periodic basis, with the objective that systems and equipment operate effectively at all
times. The regimes aim to ensure that fire protection systems and equipment are in working
order throughout the year or period of interest; not only at the time of annual inspection and
test. A significant objective of this Standard is to provide reliability of fire protection
systems and equipment, linking design, installation, commissioning and maintenance.
Continuous correct functioning is a basic criterion, and a new annual survey requirement
also assures that system performance capability (efficacy) is not degraded by building or
occupancy changes, which could otherwise adversely affect the capability of the system to
perform as originally intended.
AS 1851 includes a requirement to annually test all aspects of system interconnection; for
example, detection and alarm systems with atrium smoke exhaust plant, alarm systems with
stairwell pressurization, automatic fire sprinkler systems with HVAC fire mode operation
and warning facilities. This will require adequate documentation of interconnections
between the various systems as required in the design, installation and commissioning
standards.
This Standard complements AS 4655, Fire safety audits. AS 4655 provides a methodology
for examining, where appropriate, by a process of audit, fire safety measures in order to
satisfy appropriate, benchmarks, such as Standards, legislation, contractual arrangements,
regulation and insurance requirements. This Standard provides a set of requirements to
increase the probability that fire protection systems and equipment will function as intended
by the respective design, installation and commissioning Standards, thus achieving
reliability.
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Maintenance is concerned with the principle that a system will continue to perform to a
design Standard on a pre-determined and regular basis. The audit function is a broader
process undertaken by people skilled in conducting audits. An audit can be undertaken to
provide different levels of confidence that compliance with benchmarks have, or have not,
been met from a basic desktop audit of records or systems design, through to full
verification of fire safety. An audit can confirm the currency or indicate omissions in the
maintenance process. If the audit process reveals a requirement for further examination, any
subsequent inspection, test and survey should follow this Standard.
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STANDARDS AUSTRALIA
Australian Standard
Maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment
S E C T I O N 1 S C O P E A N D G E N E R A L
1.1 SCOPE
This Standard sets out requirements for the inspection, test, preventive maintenance and survey
(ITM&S) of fire protection systems and equipment.
NOTE: This Standard may be used as the basis for performance-based solutions.
1.2 OBJECTIVE
The objective of this Standard is to maximize the reliability of fire protection systems and equipment
such that the systems and equipment meet the requirements of the relevant design, installation and
commissioning Standards and are likely to continue to do so until the next scheduled activity.
1.3 APPLICATION
This Standard is intended to provide a systematic and uniform basis for building owners and
managers, regulators, contractors, insurers and others to implement and administer inspection, test,
preventive maintenance and survey programs applicable to fire protection systems and equipment.
1.4 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS
The documents referenced in this Standard are listed in Appendix A.
1.5 DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this Standard the definitions below apply.
1.5.1 Aggressive environment
Harsh operating conditions that impose additional stress on fire protection systems and equipment.
1.5.2 Competent person
A Person who has acquired through training, qualification, experience, or a combination of these, the
knowledge and skill enabling him/her to correctly perform the required task, and who is registered or
licensed by a recognized body acknowledging the training, qualification, experience or skills.
1.5.3 Critical defect
Defect likely to render a system inoperative.
1.5.4 Heating, ventilation and airconditioning (HVAC)
Air-handling plant in buildings, used in either, or both, general and fire mode.
1.5.5 Inspection
Visual examination of the components of fire protection systems or equipment to establish correct
settings, physical condition or fitness for purpose.
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1.5.6 Maintenance
Inspection, test, preventive maintenance and survey at specific intervals and rectification of defects,
which is necessary to ensure the continuing reliability of fire protection systems and equipment.
1.5.7 Preventive maintenance
Actions including lubrication, cleaning, adjustment and replacement of components at a
predetermined frequency, to minimize the incidence of breakdown.
1.5.8 Rectification
The repair or replacement of components found to be defective through the maintenance process.
1.5.9 Shall
Indicates a mandatory requirement.
1.5.10 Should
Indicates a recommendation or that which is advisory but not mandatory.
1.5.11 Supervisor
The chief warden/deputy warden of an organization.
1.5.12 Survey
Visual inspection to identify if fire protection systems or equipment have been altered, damaged or
compromised.
NOTE: This survey together with the inspection, test and preventive maintenance regime demonstrates that
the fire protection systems or equipment are functional and capable of performing to a standard not less than
that to which they were originally designed. A further goal is to determine that the system is not
compromised by occupancy or building alterations. Where a system upgrade has resulted in a change of the
performance capability, the system should be appraised against the upgraded level of performance.
1.5.13 Test
Confirmation of correct function or performance of a component or system.
1.6 ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are used in this Standard:
ASE Alarm signalling equipment
CIE Control and indicating equipment
EVAC Evacuation
DBEP Designated building entry point
DSEP Designated site entry point
EPC Emergency Planning Committee
EWS Emergency warning systems
FFCP Fire fan control panel
FIP Fire indicator panel
FRL Fire resistance level
HVAC Heating, ventilation and airconditioning
ISO International Organization for Standardization
ITM&S Inspection, test, preventive maintenance and survey
LCS Local control station Acc
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MJC Multiple jet control
OH&S Occupational Health and Safety
RTI Response time index (sprinklers)
SSVI Sprinkler stop valve inside
VAV Variable air volume
VFI Variable frequency inverter
VWD Visual warning device
WIP Warden intercom point
1.7 MAINTENANCE PROCESS
1.7.1 General
A maintenance process shall consist of four stages (see Figure 1.7). Each activity referred to in
Stage 1 in Figure 1.7 shall be undertaken. When an activity has been completed, the result shall be
recorded, followed by whether the action resulted in a pass or a fail. A comments column is provided
to record specific information, which may subsequently be contained in the report to the building
owner or the building owners agent.
1.7.2 Stage 1
Stage 1 is a set of requirements included in the systems and equipment sections (Sections 2 to 19)
which appear in schedules, referenced by clauses in this Standard. The preventive maintenance
activities do not have pass/fail criteria because these activities are not required to satisfy an action.
1.7.3 Stage 2
Stage 2 covers the records that are required to be kept for each functional activity and the information
to be recorded (see Stage 2 in Figure 1.7). Records schedules are incorporated in the maintenance
schedules.
1.7.4 Stage 3
Stage 3 covers reporting and rectification. Where failures have been identified, they shall be reported
to the owner or agent for rectification (see Stage 3 in Figure 1.7). Where the system or equipment is
operational, an activity report shall be issued. This report may contain outstanding rectification work
to be addressed, which will appear at the commencement of the next scheduled maintenance routine
unless rectification has occurred.
1.7.5 Stage 4
Stage 4 is the result of all activities having been completed; the annual condition report can then be
issued (see Stage 4 in Figure 1.7). The condition report (see Clause 1.15.5) may also contain
acknowledgement of missed tests or outstanding rectification work and if, as a result of this, the fire
protection system is no longer operational, then a failed condition report will result.
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PreventiveMaintenance
Perform scheduled activi t ies
TestInspection Survey
Does theactivi ty passrequirements
?
Canthe fai lure
be recti f iedimmediately
?
Record activi tyresult
Report act ivi ty
Is the systemoperational
?
Issue AnnualCondit ion Report
(See Clause 1.15.5)
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Stage 1... . .
Stage 2... . .
Stage 3... . .
Stage 4... . .
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT
NoRecti fy
Reportto owner
oragent
Are activi t iescomplete and
frequency tolerancesin accordance with
Clause 1.11?
Are al ldefectsrecti f ied
?
Activi ty Reports(for each systemand item ofequipment
No
Yes
Yes
No
Record fai lure andreport to owner
NoRecord defects and
report to owner
FIGURE 1.7 TYPICAL FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
DIAGRAM
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1.8 MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
A maintenance program shall be carried out in accordance with Sections 2 to 19. The maintenance
program aims to provide a means to
(a) continuously preserve the function and performance of fire protection systems and equipment;
and
(b) demonstrate that fire protection system and equipment function and are capable of performing
to a standard not less than that to which they were originally designed. Maintenance roles are
set out in Table 1.8.
C1.8 Wherever possible, only the original manufacturer's supplied part, or equivalent, should be
used when replacing faulty, worn or damaged components. The manufacturers maintenance
instructions need to be followed when replacing any defective parts.
TABLE 1.8
MAINTENANCE ROLES
Maintenance role Inspection Test Preventive
maintenance Survey
Confirms correct status visually Yes
Confirms correct function and performance Yes
Minimizes incidence of breakdown Yes
Identifies system is not altered, damaged or
compromised Yes
1.9 DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING STANDARDS
Maintenance procedures in accordance with this Standard shall be applied after fire protection
systems and equipment have been placed in service (see Note 1).
Maintenance shall be carried out in accordance with the criteria to which fire protection system or
equipment were designed, installed and commissioned (or subsequently modified, upgraded and re-
commissioned) and with Sections 2 to 19. The design, installation and commissioning Standards,
together with corresponding systems and equipment sections contained in this standard, are shown in
Table 1.9.
NOTES:
1 Maintenance procedures are not intended to be used as substitutes for commissioning.
2 The recommended maintenance routines for pre-engineered fire protection systems are incorporated in
the manufacturers installation and operation manuals.
C1.9 Construction of building services does not always finish at the time of handover of the
project, resulting in fire protection systems that have not been fully commissioned. The fire safety
services need to be completed and commissioned in order for the results of inspection and test
work to be meaningful.
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TABLE 1.9
AS 1851 SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT SECTIONS AND CORRESPONDING CURRENT
DESIGN, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING STANDARDS
Design, installation and commissioning Standard Group AS 1851 section
Reference Short title
2 Sprinklers AS 2118.1
AS 2118.2
AS 2118.3
AS 2118.4
AS 2118.5
AS 2118.6
SprinklersGeneral requirements
SprinklersDrenchers
SprinklersDeluge
SprinklersResidential
SprinklersDomestic
SprinklersCombined sprinklers and hydrants
3 Pumpsets AS 2941 Pumpset systems
4 Fire hydrant systems AS 2419.1 Fire hydrant installations
Water-
based
5 Delivery lay flat fire hose AS 2792 Fire hoseDelivery layflat
6 Fire detection systems AS 1670.1 Fire alarm systems
7 Smoke and heat alarms AS 1670.6 Smoke alarms
8 Fire alarm monitoring
systems
AS 1670.3 Fire alarm monitoring
9 Sound systems for emergency
purposes
AS 1670.4 Sound systems and intercom systems for
emergency purposes
Detection
and
Warning
10 Intercom systems for
emergency purposes
AS 1670.4 Sound systems and intercom systems for
emergency purposes
11 Gaseous AS 4214 Gaseous fire extinguishing systems
12 Aerosols AS/NZS 4487 Pyrogen fire extinguishing systems Special
hazard
13 Water mist AS 4587 Water mist fire protection systems
14 Hose reels AS/NZS 1221
AS 2441
Fire hose reels
Fire hose reel installation
15 Portable and wheeled extinguishers
AS/NZS 1841.1
AS/NZS 1841.2
AS/NZS 1841.3
AS/NZS 1841.4
AS/NZS 1841.5
AS/NZS 1841.6
AS/NZS 1841.7
AS/NZS 1841.8
AS/NZS 4353
AS 2444
AS 4265
General requirements
Water extinguishers
Wet chemical extinguishers
Foam extinguishers
Powder extinguishers
Carbon dioxide extinguishers
Vaporizing liquid extinguishers
Non-rechargeable extinguishers
Aerosol extinguishers
Selection and location of extinguishers
Wheeled fire extinguishers
First aid
16 Fire blankets AS/NZS 3504
AS 2444
Fire blankets
Selection and location of extinguishers
Passive
17 Fire and smoke doorsets AS/NZS 1905.1
AS 1905.2
AS 4072.1
Fire-resistant doorsets
Fire shutters
Fire penetrations
Smoke
control
18 Smoke control and HVAC AS/NZS 1668.1
AS 1668.2
AS 1668.3
AS 1682.1
AS 1682.2
AS 2665
HVAC systemsFire and smoke control
HVAC systemsVentilation designIndoor air
contaminant control
Smoke control systems for large single
compartments or smoke reservoirs
Fire dampersSpecification
Fire dampersInstallation
Smoke and heat venting systems
Evacuation 19 Evacuation AS 3745 Emergency evacuation procedures
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1.10 COMPETENT PERSONS
Maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment shall be conducted by competent persons.
Competencies shall be determined in accordance with the appropriate Australian Qualifications
Framework (AQF) or state licence where either exist.
NOTES:
1 For guidance on competencies, see Appendix B.
2 A typical body administering competencies is the Australian National Training Authority (ANTA).
3 Personnel, such as registered sprinkler fitters, who are recognized by an appropriate body to conduct
maintenance on specialized systems, such as sprinkler systems, would satisfy the provisions of this
Clause.
1.11 FREQUENCY AND TOLERANCES OF MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
The frequencies adopted in this Standard are set out in Table 1.11(A) and tolerances that apply to the
frequency intervals are set out in Table 1.11(B). Tolerances shall be applied to the interval from the
date of the previous activity. Tolerances shall be applied in such a manner that the maintenance
interval does not progressively extend beyond the required frequency specified in Table 1.11(B).
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TABLE 1.11(A)
MAINTENANCE SECTIONS AND CORRESPONDING FREQUENCIES
Frequencies
AS 1851 Section
Week
ly
Mo
nth
ly
Th
ree-m
on
thly
Six
-mo
nth
ly
Yea
rly
Th
ree-y
ea
rly
Fiv
e-y
ea
rly
Tw
elv
e-y
ea
rly
Tw
en
ty f
ou
r-y
ea
rly
2 Sprinklers
(1)
(2)
(3)
3 Pumpsets
(1)
4 Fire hydrant systems
5 Delivery lay flat fire hose
6 Detection
7 Smoke and heat alarms
8 Fire alarm monitoring
9 Sound systems
10 Intercom systems
11 Gaseous
12 Aerosols
13 Water mist
14 Hose reels
15 Portable and wheeled fire
extinguishers
16 Fire blankets
17 Passive fire and smoke systems
18 Smoke Control & HVAC
(4)
19 Evacuation
NOTES:
1 Deletion of weekly tests are conditional (see Clause2.2.1 and 3.2.1).
2 Dry pendent sprinklers 12 years after installation. Fast response sprinklers at 12 years, then 12 years,
then every 6 years.
3 All other sprinklers at 24 years, then every 6 years.
4 Thermal links only.
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TABLE 1.11(B)
FREQUENCY TOLERANCES
Frequency Tolerance ()
Weekly 3 working days
Monthly 5 working days
Three-monthly 2 weeks
Six-monthly 1 month
Yearly 1 month
Three-yearly 2 months
Five-yearly and six-yearly 3 months
Twelve-yearly 6 months
Twenty four-yearly 6 months
1.12 SYSTEMS INTERFACE
Where systems are interfaced, such interface shall be tested annually. Annual tests shall take into
account fire protection systems that interface with other systems to permit fire protection systems to
function as intended at the time of commissioning. A systems interface diagram shall be displayed in
the fire control room or centre.
NOTES:
1 See Table 1.12 for an example of a typical systems interface diagram.
2 To limit disruption, it is recommended that the building owner or the building owners representative
coordinate testing of the interfaced fire protection systems. This may require the attendance during
testing of technicians specializing in fire alarms, sprinklers, HVAC, electrical power and control,
building management, etc. Advance notice should be given to the occupants advising of scheduled test
date, procedures and purpose. Fire protection system interface documentation and its accuracy is the
responsibility of the building owner.
3 Automatic sprinkler and fire alarm systems, when activated, may be arranged to automatically cause
operation of the stair pressurization system, release fire doors, operate roof vents to permit products of
combustion to escape, shutdown non-fire essential plant, operate elevator override controls and
automatically cause fire pumpsets to operate.
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TABLE 1.12
EXAMPLE OF A SYSTEMS INTERFACE
Function
System
Sta
ir p
ress
uriz
ati
on
Do
or r
ele
ase
s
Ro
of
ven
ts
So
un
d s
yst
em
s
for e
merg
en
cy
pu
rp
ose
s
Pla
nt
shu
tdo
wn
Fu
el
iso
lati
on
Ele
va
tor o
verrid
e
Ala
rm
mo
nit
orin
g
Sm
ok
e e
xh
au
st f
an
s
Sm
ok
e c
urta
ins
Sm
ok
e s
pil
l m
od
e
HV
AC
sh
utd
ow
n
Fir
e p
um
p
Da
mp
er c
losu
re
Sprinkler systems
Detection systems
Smoke/heat alarm systems
Gaseous systems
Aerosol systems
Water mist systems
Hydrants
Hose reels
Kitchen suppression systems
(pre-engineered)
1.13 AGGRESSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
Fire protection systems and equipment located in aggressive environments shall be subjected to a
more rigorous maintenance program than that set out in Sections 2 to 19. The maintenance program
shall be determined by the service provider in consultation with the building owner.
Aggressive environments may include, but are not limited to, the following:
(a) Exterior situations exposed to the weather or salt spray.
(b) Corrosive atmospheres.
(c) Abnormally dusty or moisture-laden (humid) atmospheres.
(d) Environments that subject the systems or equipment to continuous or intense vibrations.
(e) Environments having extremes of temperature.
(f) Environments having increased risk of physical damage to equipment.
1.14 SYSTEM INOPERATIVE PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions shall be taken during maintenance operations when a system is rendered
inoperative:
(a) The building owner or agent is to be notified.
(b) Where the system may be temporarily impaired, the building owner or agent is to be advised of
the nature and expected duration of the impairment.
(c) The appropriate authorities are to be advised of all systems that may be connected to an alarm
monitoring service.
NOTE: Advice may be by configuring the alarm signalling equipment into a test mode.
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(d) On completion of defect rectification and minor works, the relevant tests to be conducted in
accordance with the schedules in Sections 2 to 19 to verify that the system has been
successfully reinstated to a fully operational condition.
NOTES:
1 An out-of-service tag system should be used to indicate that the system is temporarily impaired. Tags
should be attached to the affected equipment for the duration of the impairment.
2 During periods when the system is inoperative it is recommended that all fire extinguishing appliances
be held in special readiness for immediate use, and that a watchperson be on duty throughout non-
working hours. Where a water supply from a particular source is curtailed for any protracted period, e.g.,
as in time of drought, special attention should be given to the maintenance of any other water supplies.
3 In the case of multiple installations, each individual installation should be returned to service before
work commences on subsequent installations.
1.15 DOCUMENTATION
1.15.1 General
Documentation necessary to comply with this Standard comprises records and reports. Records are
summarized in Table 1.15, and Clauses 1.15.4 and 1.15.5 cover reports.
TABLE 1.15
MAINTENANCE RECORDS
Clause references Section
No. Systems or equipment (S or E)
S
or
E Records Logbooks Tags
2 Sprinklers S 2.2.4 2.2.5
3 Pumpsets S 3.2.5 3.2.6
4 Fire hydrant systems S 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.6
5 Delivery lay flat fire hose E 5.2.5.1 5.2.5.2 5.2.5.3
6 Detection S 6.2.3 6.2.4
7 Smoke and heat alarms S 7.2.3 7.2.4
8 Fire alarm monitoring S 8.2.2 8.2.3
9 Sound systems S 9.2.3 9.2.4
10 Intercom systems S 10.2.3 10.2.4
11 Gaseous S 11.2.4 11.2.5
12 Aerosols S 12.2.5 12.2.6
13 Water mist S 13.2.5 13.2.6
14 Hose reels E 14.2.8.1 14.2.8.4
15 Portable and wheeled fire
extinguishers
E 15.2.15.2 15.2.15.4
16 Fire blankets E 16.2.5.2 16.2.5.4
17 Passive fire and smoke systems S 17.2.5.1 17.2.5.2
18 Smoke control and HVAC S 18.2.5 18.2.6
19 Evacuation S 19.2.2
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1.15.2 Maintenance records
Records of maintenance shall be completed and made available to the building owner or agent at the
time of conducting the system and equipment maintenance (see Figure 1.7).
Records shall contain the following information:
(a) Record reference.
(b) Name of building or site.
(c) Address of building or site.
(d) Date of maintenance.
(e) System or equipment identification and location.
(f) Frequency of maintenance activity undertaken.
(g) Defects identified.
(h) Name of property owner or the agent.
(i) Name and signature of the service person.
(j) Date the record was completed.
1.15.3 Form of records
Details of records to be kept are incorporated in the maintenance schedules (see Sections 2 to 19).
Maintenance records may be electronically based. Hard copy records shall be kept on site and be
available at all times.
C1.15.3 Technology in regard to the preparation of maintenance records has advanced
considerably in recent years with the advent of purpose-designed software. This Standard, as a
minimum, requires hard copy records of maintenance to be made available to organizations, such
as regulators, fire services, insurance surveyors, fire auditors, etc., at all times. However, the
hard copy records required may be prepared utilizing electronic recording systems and this
Standard acknowledges such technology is designed to deliver an accurate, accountable,
consistent and timely level of service.
Maintenance records shall be in the form of maintenance record tags (in the case of hydrant landing
valves, delivery lay flat hose, hose reels, portable and wheeled fire extinguishers and fire blankets), or
logbooks (in the case of sprinkler, pumpset, fire hydrant, detection, smoke and heat alarm, fire alarm
monitoring, sound, intercom, gaseous, aerosol, water mist, passive fire and smoke and HVAC and
evacuation systems) see also Table 1.15.
The use of maintenance record tags or labels shall not preclude the need for a separate maintenance
record system.
NOTE: The frequency of application of record tags or labels should be as shown in Appendix C.
Logbooks shall have sequentially numbered pages in triplicate. Provision shall be made for the
signatures of the building owner, occupier or agent, and the service person. The required distribution
of copies shall be printed on each page as follows:
(a) Original ................................................................................................. owner/occupier/agent.
(b) Duplicate .......................................................................................................... service person.
(c) Triplicate ...........................................................................................................retain in book.
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1.15.4 Defect rectification and reporting
1.15.4.1 General
Identified defects shall be rectified and a subsequent inspection and test shall be undertaken to verify
satisfactory completion of the rectification work.
1.15.4.2 Critical defects
Critical defects shall be reported to the building owner or agent immediately and confirmed in writing
within 24 h.
NOTE: Critical defects, e.g., pump failure, should be rectified with the minimum of delay.
1.15.4.3 Non-critical defects
Details of non-critical defects observed during inspection, test, preventive maintenance and survey,
and the date of their rectification if applicable, shall be recorded and reported to the building owner or
agent within one week of the defect being identified.
NOTE: Non-critical defect (e.g., water motor alarm failure) should be rectified within one month.
1.15.4.4 Defect reports
Reports identifying defects shall be sent to the building owner or agent and shall include the
following information:
(a) Date the report was completed.
(b) Name of the building owner or agent.
(c) The nature of the defect and the rectification needed to restore the system or equipment to its
required level of performance.
(d) The date on which rectification was completed, if applicable.
(e) Provision for acknowledgment by the building owner or agent of the report noting defects.
(f) Name and signature of the service person.
1.15.5 Condition reports
Evidence of compliance with this Standard shall take the form of a condition report (see Clause 1.7).
The condition report shall provide a summary of the activity reports. The condition report shall be
issued annually.
NOTE: An example of a condition report is given in Appendix D.
The condition report shall contain acknowledgment of missed maintenance activities or outstanding
rectification work. If the outstanding rectification work results in the fire system or equipment being
no longer operational, such non-operational status shall be noted on the report.
NOTES:
1 The regulatory authority specifies requirements for the certification of essential fire safety measures as
listed in the Building Code of Australia, Section I. A comprehensive list of fire protection systems and
equipment is provided in Appendix E.
2 The regulatory authority may nominate where the report should be located and the form it is to take. In
some cases the building owner is required to furnish an annual fire safety statement for existing essential
fire safety measures.
C1.15.5 The intention of the annual condition report is to facilitate certification of the fire
protection systems and equipment by evaluating the separate processes of inspection, test,
preventive maintenance and survey. It is recognized that different parties may undertake these
processes and provided they have been accomplished in accordance with the requirements
contained in the maintenance schedules in each case, the fire protection systems and equipment
would be eligible for certification.
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S E C T I O N 2 A U T O M A T I C F I R E S P R I N K L E R
S Y S T E M S
2.1 GENERAL
This Section sets out requirements for the maintenance for automatic fire sprinkler systems in
(a) building (general) dry pipe, pre-action and tail-end systems (see AS 2118.1);
(b) residential (see AS 2118.4); and
(c) domestic (see AS 2118.5).
It also includes maintenance procedures for
(i) drenchers (see AS 2118.2);
(ii) deluge (including water spray systems) (see AS 2118.3);
(iii) combined sprinkler and hydrant systems (see AS 2118.6); and
(iv) pumpsets (see Section 3).
Maintenance for combined sprinkler and hydrant systems shall be carried out in accordance with the
requirements of Clauses 2.4.1.1 to 2.4.1.4 for general sprinkler systems and Clauses 4.4.1 to 4.4.4 for
hydrant systems.
This Section shall be read in conjunction with Section 1.
2.2 PROCEDURES AND PRECAUTIONS
2.2.1 Weekly inspection, test and preventive maintenance
2.2.1.1 General
All sprinkler systems shall be inspected and tested on a weekly basis and maintained at the periodic
intervals specified in Clause 2.3.
Weekly inspection and test may be omitted where
(a) the main stop valve and subsidiary valves which are Grade B status monitored, in accordance
with AS 2118.1;
(b) water supply valves, except underground key-operated valves, are secured in the open position,
with the main stop valve strapped and padlocked and all other valves chained and padlocked;
(c) control assemblies are located in a locked room or enclosed in a locked cabinet or cage; and
(d) where required, systems incorporate an automatic installation jacking pump or retard chamber,
whichever is appropriate.
C2.2.1.1 Where control assemblies forming part of combined sprinkler and hydrant systems are
located in fire-isolated stairwells, the requirements of Item (c) above are considered to be met.
2.2.1.2 Residential and domestic
Weekly inspection and testing of all systems designed to AS 2118.4 and AS 2118.5 may be omitted
and the provisions of Items (a) to (d) in Clause 2.2.1.1 do not apply.
2.2.1.3 Pumpsets
Weekly testing of compression ignition engine-driven pumpsets may be omitted where
(a) they comply with AS 29412002 and the engine-starting batteries are replaced after a
maximum period of two years services, irrespective of condition; or
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(b) they do not comply with AS 29412002, but are equipped with
(i) dual engine-starting batteries;
(ii) low voltage monitoring facilities;
(iii) low fuel level monitoring facilities, and
the engine-starting batteries are replaced after a maximum period of two years service,
irrespective of condition.
2.2.2 Systems interface
Where sprinkler systems interface with other systems, all interface functions shall be tested in
conjunction with the other systems to ensure that the interconnections to other systems function as
intended. A typical interface matrix diagram is shown in Figure 1.12.
2.2.3 Design and installation survey
Sprinkler systems shall be surveyed in accordance with Clauses 2.4.1.4, 2.4.2.4, 2.4.3.4, 2.4.4.4 or
2.4.5.4 as appropriate.
C2.2.3 A survey is typically conducted visually from floor level to identify changes to the
sprinkler system or the building and its environment which could impair the performance of the
sprinkler system.
2.2.4 System inoperative precautions
In addition to the requirements of Clause 1.14, on-site welding shall be carried out in accordance with
the requirements of AS 1674 and the hot work procedures applicable to the building.
NOTE: On-site welding should be avoided wherever possible and particularly when sprinkler systems are
inoperative.
On completion of defect rectification and minor works, the relevant tests shall be conducted in
accordance with the schedules in this Section to verify that the system has been successfully
reinstated to a fully operational condition.
2.2.5 Maintenance records
Maintenance records shall be kept in accordance with the requirements of Tables 2.4.1.1 to 2.4.1.4,
2.4.2.1 to 2.4.2.4, 2.4.3.1 to 2.4.3.4, 2.4.4.1 to 2.4.4.4 and 2.4.5.1 to 2.4.5.4 (see Clauses 2.4 and
1.15.3). Maintenance records may be electronically based; however, for sprinkler systems, hard copy
records, in the form of a logbook, shall be kept on site and be readily available at all times (see
Clause 2.2.6).
2.2.6 Logbook
Logbooks shall have sequentially numbered pages in triplicate. Provision shall be made for the
signatures of the building owner, occupier or agent, and the service person. The required distribution
of copies shall be printed on each page as follows:
(a) Original ................................................................................................. owner/occupier/agent.
(b) Duplicate .......................................................................................................... service person.
(c) Triplicate ...........................................................................................................retain in book.
2.2.7 Reports
Defect and condition reports shall be prepared and distributed in accordance with Clauses 1.15.4 and
1.15.5.
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2.3 FREQUENCY
For the purpose of this Section, the following frequencies of inspection, testing, preventive
maintenance and survey shall apply as designated in the frequency column of Tables 2.4.1.1 to
2.4.1.4, 2.4.2.1 to 2.4.2.4, 2.4.3.1 to 2.4.3.4, 2.4.4.1 to 2.4.4.4 and 2.4.5.1 to 2.4.5.4.
(a) Weekly.
(b) Monthly.
(c) Six-monthly.
(d) Yearly.
(e) Three-yearly.
(f) Twelve-yearly.
(g) Twenty four-yearly.
2.4 INSPECTION, TEST, PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE, SURVEY AND RECORDS
SCHEDULES
2.4.1 General systems
2.4.1.1 Inspection and records
Inspection of general automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be carried out in accordance with
Table 2.4.1.1. Pumpsets serving sprinkler systems shall be inspected in accordance with Section 3.
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TABLE 2.4.1.1
INSPECTION AND RECORDS SCHEDULEAUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKER SYSTEMS
GENERAL SYSTEMS
Frequency Records
Item
No. Item
Action required & pass/fail
requirement
Week
ly*
Mo
nth
ly
Six
-mo
nth
ly
Yea
rly
Th
ree-y
ea
rly
Result Pass/fail Comments
1.1 Main stop valve and alarm cocks
CHECK that the main stop valve(s) and alarm cocks in each control assembly are secured in the open position and correctly labelled.
.
1.2 Pressure gauges
CHECK that all pressure gauge readings are within the ranges indicated on the pressure gauge schedule.
Installation..kPa
Below stop valve .kPa
Water supply 1...kPa
Water supply 2...kPa
..
..
..
..
1.3 Pressure switches
CHECK all pressure switches to ensure that they are securely mounted and protected against the ingress of water, dust and insects.
..
CHECK: 1.4 Pump controller status
(a) The main isolating switch is in the on position and, where fitted, the green power supply indicators are illuminated and that no red warning lamps are on.
..
(b) All lights are functional by pressing the indicator test button, where fitted.
..
(c) Enclosure for corrosion, and the ingress of water, dust and insects.
..
(d) Operation of all visual indicators, switches and sounders.
..
1.5 ASE CHECK all alarm signalling equipment to ensure that it is securely mounted, protected against the ingress of water, dust and insects and is not indicating alarm, fault or loss of connection.
..
1.6 Sprinkler system interface control
CHECK the sprinkler interface with other fire systems (e.g., HVAC) is not isolated.
NOTE: The isolating point may be located adjacent to the control assembly or within the (CIE).
...
1.7 Control assembly/ pump area
CHECK that control assembly/pump area is unobstructed and is not used for storage.
..
1.8 Water supply stop valves
CHECK that all water supply stop valves (excluding underground key-operated valves) are secured in the open position and correctly labelled.
Number checked
..
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Item
No. Item
Action required & pass/fail requirement
Week
ly*
Mo
nth
ly
Six
-mo
nth
ly
Yea
rly
Th
ree-y
ea
rly
Result Pass/fail Comments
1.9 Pump starting devices
CHECK that all isolating valves to pump start pressure devices are in the open position.
Number checked
..
..
1.10 Water supply tank
CHECK that the tank is full and that the level indicator reads correctly.
..
(a) INSPECT externally, and to the extent practicable internally, for structural integrity, freedom from corrosion, liner detachment, internal accumulation of foreign matter and acceptable condition of roof, hatches and ladders.
.. 1.11 Water supply tanksAtmospheric
(b) DRAIN, inspect, clean as necessary and refill the tank every 12 years, or alternatively a diver or other underwater inspection technique may be employed to inspect and clean the tank.
See action column for frequency.
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1.12 Water supply tanksPressure
INSPECT, externally for structural integrity, freedom from corrosion, and acceptable condition in accordance with AS/NZS 3788.
The alternative three-year inspection
is to be conducted by a pressure
vessel inspector.
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1.13 Spare sprinklers and sprinkler spanner
CHECK that spare sprinklers and sprinkler spanners are available.
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1.14 Block plan, emergency instructions and system pressure gauge schedule
CHECK for legibility and appropriate location.
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1.15 Sprinkler stop valve inside plate (SSVI)
CHECK for legibility and appropriate location of the SSVI plate.
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1.16 Fire brigade booster connection
CHECK for accessibility, freedom from damage and obstruction and correct signage.
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1.17 Spray booths INSPECT condition of sprinklers inside spray booths to ensure that operation of the sprinkler is not impaired due to paint loading.
NOTE: The required frequency of inspection depends upon the amount of spraying being done and could be accomplished at the same time as the cleaning of booth.
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* See Clause 2.2.1.
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2.4.1.2 Test and records
Testing of general automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be carried out in accordance with
Table 2.4.1.2. Pumpsets serving sprinkler systems, shall be tested in accordance with Section 3. Prior
to testing, where an alarm signal is to be transmitted, the alarm monitoring service provider shall be
advised that a test is to be conducted. On completion of the test, the alarm monitoring service provider
shall confirm that the system has been restored to normal.
NOTE: The advice may be by configuring the alarm signalling equipment to test mode and confirmation that
the system has been restored to normal by the alarm signalling equipment returning to normal.
Unless required to be operated for the test, the warning system and any ancillary controls, such as
plant shutdown, shall be disabled prior to the test.
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TABLE 2.4.1.2
TEST AND RECORDS SCHEDULEAUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKER SYSTEMS
GENERAL SYSTEMS
Frequency Records
Item
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Action required & pass/fail requirement
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(a) RECORD reading from each pressure gauge (Item 1.2) prior to Items 2.2 to 2.4.
2.1 Pressure gauge readings before test
(b) VERIFY pressure gauge readings are within the ranges indicated on the pressure gauge schedule.
Installation .... kPa
Below stop valve .... kPa
Water supply 1kPa
Water supply 2kPa
..
..
..
..
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(a) OPERATE each alarm valve by opening each 15 mm test valve.
Where more than 12 control assemblies are distributed throughout a high-rise building, forming part of a combined sprinkler/hydrant system, and initiate the fire brigade alarm, testing may be conducted on a rotating basis. The period between testing of each group of 12 control assemblies is not to exceed 3 months.
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(b) RECORD time(s) to operation of alarm gong(s) and verify that these do not exceed 180 s.
s ..
(c) OBSERVE correct operation of the fire brigade alarm from each control assembly or group of control assemblies and verify receipt of the alarm by the monitoring facility in accordance with the local fire brigade requirements.
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(d) TEST all alarm-initiating devices. Where more than 12 such devices are installed, testing may be conducted on a rotating basis. The period between testing of each group of 12 is not to exceed 3 months.
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(e) OBSERVE correct operation of DSEP/DBEP strobe indicators, where fitted.
2.2 Control assembly, alarm gong, alarm-initiating device, fire brigade alarm test and DSEP/DBEP strobes
NOTES:
1 Where systems incorporate pumpsets, see Items 2.10 and 2.11.
2 Where multiple control valve assemblies are separately identified at an FIP, only one transmission from the FIP to the monitoring station is required.
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Action required & pass/fail requirement
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2.3 Control assembly reseating
CLOSE 15 mm test valve(s) and verify that alarm valve has re-seated.
...
2.4 Installation pressure
RESTORE installation pressure where necessary. Restore FIP/ASE to operational status.
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(a) RECORD reading from each pressure gauge.
2.5 Pressure gauge readings after alarm valve test
(b) VERIFY pressure gauge readings are within the ranges indicated on the pressure gauge schedule.
Installation ....kPa Below stop valve.kPa Water supply1kPa Water supply2kPa
...
... ... ...
2.6 Control assemblies resetting
RESET and secure all valves and alarm cocks in the open position or the closed position, as labelled.
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(a) OPERATE all water supply stop valves (excluding underground key-operated valves) and verify they are fully open and secured in the open position.
Number checked .
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(b) VERIFY that the valve position indicators are securely mounted and indicate correctly.
Number checked .
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2.7 Water supply stop valves status
(c) WHERE monitored, test each valve anti-tamper switch by closing and re-opening the valve. Verify correct indication at the CIE.
Number checked .
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VERIFY:
(a) Correct operation of automatic inflow valves(s).
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2.8 Water supply atmospheric tank (where installed)
(b) Water level indicators are operating correctly and confirm the tank is full.
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VERIFY:
(a) Gauge glass indicates the correct level.
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2.9 Water supply pressure tanks and ancillary equipment operation
(b) Air pressure gauge reads within the range indicated,
Air pressure gauge .....kPa
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(c) Low air pressure alarm switch operates at predetermined level
Low pressure alarm: .kPa
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(d) Air compressor operates at specified cut-in and cut-out pressures.
Cut-in .....kPa
Cut-out ...kPa
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(e) Low air pressure and low water level alarm visual indicators and sounders operational.
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(f) Air compressor and water pump operational.
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(g) Low water level alarm switch operates at predetermined level.
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2.10 (a) START each pumpset by reducing the applied water pressure to the starting device and run engine, in accordance with Section 3.
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Pump starting devices function testCompression ignition drivers (diesel)
Restart the pumpset using the manual starting device and again run engine in accordance with Section 3.
Where more than five starting devices are installed, including the manual starting device, the test may be carried out on a rotating basis. The period between the exercising of each starting device is not to exceed 3 months. Where this would require the pump to start more than 5 times in succession, the period may be extended to 6 months (see also Table 3.4.2.1).
Group ....
(1) Auto start device ........kPa
(2) Auto start device ....kPa
(3) Auto start device .....kPa
(4) Auto start device .....kPa
(1) Manual start
.
.
.
.
.
.
(b) RECORD the pump cut-in pressures and verify that they are within the ranges indicated on the pressure gauge schedule.
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2.11 (a) START each pumpset by reducing the applied water pressure to the starting device and run motor, in accordance with Section 3.
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Pump starting devices function testElectric motor drivers
(b) RESTART the pumpset using the manual starting device and again run the motor in accordance with Section 3.
Where more than five starting devices are installed, including the manual starting device, the test may be carried out on a rotating basis. The period between the exercising of each starting device is not to exceed 3 months. Where this would require the pump to start more than 5 times in succession, the period may be extended to 6 months (see also Table 3.4.2.1).
Group ....
(1) Auto start device ........kPa
(2) Auto start device ....kPa
(3) Auto start device .....kPa
(4) Auto start device .....kPa
(1) Manual start
.
.
.
.
.
.
(c) RECORD the pump cut-in pressures and verify that they are within the ranges indicated on the pressure gauge schedule.
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(a) OPERATE each flow switch test arrangement (automatic or manual).
.. 2.12 Floor/zone indication test (where fitted)
(b) VERIFY correct flow switch indication at the CIE.
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(a) OPERATE all underground key-operated valves and subsidiary stop valves (floor isolation valves tail-end valves, etc.). Ensure they are fully open and, where applicable, secured in the open position.
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2.13 Underground key-operated and subsidiary stop valve status
(b) WHERE fitted, verify that the valve position indicators are securely mounted and indicate correctly.
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(c) WHERE monitored, test each valve anti-tamper switch by closing and re-opening the valve. Verify correct indication at the CIE.
Record number checked:
Underground key-operated stop valves
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Subsidiary Stop Valves
...
Number checked .....
Number checked .. ..
2.14 Pressure-reducing station test
(a) OPERATE all pressure-reducing valves and verify correct operation under flow conditions.
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(b) VERIFY that pressure readings on the low pressure side of the valves are within the range stated at the pressure-reducing valve station.
High pressure gauge .....kPa
Low pressure gauge .kPa
..
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(c) OPERATE pressure-relief valve and note operating pressure is within the range stated on the nameplate provided at the reducing valve station.
Operating
pressure.......kPa
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NOTE: This test of the pressure-
relief valve may be carried out
using a portable test apparatus.
If necessary, adjust the setting to relieve at 50 kPa above the operating pressure of the pressure-reducing valve. Replace the tamper seal if necessary.
(a) ISOLATE power supply and remove safety guards if necessary.
.. 2.15 Air-compressor belt drives condition (where fitted)
(b) VERIFY belt drives are in good condition and have the proper tension.
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2.16 Main drain valve water supply testTown main supply only
(a) OPEN the sprinkler control assembly main drain valve without pump(s) running. In the case of grouped valve sets, open one only.
Before test water supply pressure .. kPa ..
(b) VERIFY that residual water supply pressure, with drain valve open, is within 10% of the value recorded on the pressure gauge schedule.
Stabilize flow water supply pressure ...kPa ..
(c) CLOSE main drain valve and record time for pressure recovery.
Time for pressure recovery ...s
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(d) VERIFY that the time for pressure recovery aligns with previously recorded value.
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NOTE: Where the building exceeds
four storeys in height, care should be
taken to ensure that the static head of
the installation does not excessively
elevate the residual pressure reading.
(a) CONDUCT a water supply test, subject to limitations imposed by the water agency controlling the supply source. The test may be a combination of physical testing and calculation as necessary.
(b) VERIFY that the system flow and pressure requirements detailed on the block plan are satisfied.
(c) COMPLETE a water supply test report in accordance with AS 2118.10.
2.17 Water supply
proving test
NOTE: This test should be conducted by substituting the installation and below stop valve pressure gauges with master gauges of known accuracy.
Static supply pressure.kPa
Pump shut-off pressure ..kPa
(1) Flow . L/min @ Pressure kPa
(2) Flow ..L/min @ Pressure kPa
NOTES:
1 Corresponding to the hydraulically most unfavourable duty.
2 Corresponding to the hydraulically most favourable duty.
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2.18 (a) OPERATE the alarm valve by opening each remote test valve.
minutes ..
Alarm valveRemote test valve
(b) RECORD time(s) to operation of alarm gong(s) and verify that these do not exceed 6 min.
minutes ..
2.19 Alarm valve reseating
CLOSE remote test valve(s) and verify that alarm valve has reseated.
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(a) SAMPLE anti-freeze solution. .. 2.20 Anti-freeze solution test (where applicable)
(b) VERIFY correct specific gravity and top-up to correct solution level.
SG ..
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2.21 Sprinkler system interface control test (fire trips)
(a) CONDUCT a functional system test via the pressure switch or flow switch with other interfaced fire systems (e.g., detection, HVAC, EWS) as set out in Sections 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 11 and 12 as appropriate.
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(b) VERIFY that the interface functions in accordance with the buildings systems interface schematic.
NOTE: The building owner should coordinate the testing of the interfaced fire protection systems
HVAC ..
Stairwell pressurization ....
EWS ...
...
...
...
* See Clause 2.2.1.
2.4.1.3 Preventive maintenance and records
Preventive maintenance of general automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be carried out in accordance
with Table 2.4.1.3. Pumpsets serving sprinkler systems shall be maintained in accordance with
Section 3.
C2.4.1.3 This Clause sets out requirements based on normal conditions; however, where
abnormal environmental conditions are encountered, such as high ambient temperatures, large
fluctuations of mains pressures or corrosive atmospheres, the frequency of inspection, testing and
preventive maintenance may need to be varied. Variations to the schedule should be consistent
with manufactu