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 Minimum Fire Equipment Service Requirements

1. This covers the minimum requirements for the inspection, testing and maintenance of the systems and components described in the previous chapters of this catalog.

2. Inspection, testing and maintenance should only be done by personnel who are trained and qualified to handle the equipment described below.

3. Click on the desired category:
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Clean Agent Systems             NFPA 2001
System Inspection       4   4-1.1 At least annually, all systems shall be thoroughly inspected and tested for proper operation by competent personnel. Discharge tests are not required.
System Test       4   4-1.1 (Same as above).
Weigh Cylinders     4     4-1.3 At least semiannually, the agent quantity and pressure of refillable containers shall be checked.
Container Test         4 4-2.1 U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Canadian Transport Commission (CTC), or similar design clean agent containers shall not be recharged without retesting if more than 5 years have elapsed since the date of the last test and inspection.
Hose Test         4 4-3.2.1 All hose shall be tested every 5 years.
Room Integrity       4   4-4 At least every 12 months, the enclosure protected by the clean agent shall be thoroughly inspected to determine if penetrations or other changes have occurred that could adversely affect agent leakage or change volume of hazard or both.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Carbon Dioxide Systems             NFPA 12

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System Inspection 4         1-11.1 At least every 30 days, an inspection shall be conducted to assess the system’s operational condition.
System Test       4   1-11.3.2 The following shall be verified by competent personnel at least annually using available documentation required in 1-7.2.6.
Weigh Cylinders     4     1-11.3.5 At least semiannually, all high-pressure cylinders shall be weighed and the date of the last hydrostatic test noted (see 1-9.5.1)
Container Test         4 1-9.5.1 High-pressure cylinders used in fire-extinguishing systems shall not be recharged without a hydrostatic test (and remarking) if more than 5 years have elapsed from the date of the last test.
Hose Test         4 1-11.2.1 All system hose including those used as flexible connectors shall be tested every 5 years in accordance with 1-11.2.
 

 

System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Halon 1301 Systems             NFPA 12A

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System Inspection     4     4-1.1 At least semiannually, all systems shall be thoroughly inspected, tested, and documented for proper operation by trained competent personnel. Tests shall be in accordance with the appropriate NFPA or Canadian standards.
Container Test         4 4-2.1 DOT, CTC, or similar design Halon 1301 cylinders shall not be recharged without a retest if more than five years have elapsed since the date of the last test and inspection.
Hose Inspection       4   4-3 All system hoses shall be examined annually for damage.
Hose Test         4 4-3.2 All hoses shall be tested every 5 years in accordance with 4-3.1.
Room Integrity     4     4-4 At least every 6 months the halon-protected enclosure shall be thoroughly inspected to determine if penetrations or other changes have occurred that could adversely affect halon leakage.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Dry Chemical Systems             NFPA 17

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Maintenance     4     9-3.1 At least semiannually, maintenance shall be conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s listed installation and maintenance manual.
Container Test         4 9-5a. The following parts of dry chemical extinguishing systems shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test at intervals not exceeding 12 years: a. Dry Chemical Containers
Hose Test         4 9-5c. The following parts of dry chemical extinguishing systems shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test at intervals not exceeding 12 years: c. Hose Assemblies
Agent Examination     4     9-3.1d. Examination of the dry chemical (If there is evidence of caking, the dry chemical shall be discarded and the system shall be recharged in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.)
Agent Replacement         4 9-5.2 Dry chemical agent removed from the containers prior to hydrostatic testing shall be discarded.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Wet Chemical Systems             NFPA 17A

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Maintenance     4     5-3.1.1 At least semiannually, maintenance shall be conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s listed installation and maintenance manual.
Container Test         4 5-5a. The following parts of wet chemical extinguishing systems shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test at intervals not exceeding 12 years: a. Wet Chemical Containers
Hose Test         4 5-5c. The following parts of wet chemical extinguishing systems shall be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure test at intervals not exceeding 12 years: c. Hose Assemblies
Agent Replacement         4 5-5.2 Wet chemical agent removed from the containers prior to hydrostatic testing shall be discarded.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Fire Alarm & Detection Systems             NFPA 72

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Visual Inspection           7-3.1 Visual inspection shall be performed in accordance with the schedules in Section 7-3 or more often if required by the authority having jurisdiction. The visual inspection shall be made to ensure that there are no changes that affect equipment performance.
Control Panels       4    
Batteries     4      
Remote Annunciators     4      
Initiating Devices            
Air Sampling     4        
Duct Detectors     4        
Electromechanical Releasing Devices     4        
Suppression System Switches     4        
Manual Pull Stations     4        
Heat Detectors     4        
Radiant Energy Fire Detectors   4          
Smoke Detectors     4        
Supervisory Signal Devices   4          
Waterflow Devices   4          
Alarm Notification Appliances     4        
Interface Equipment     4        
Digital Alarm Communication Equipment     4        
Testing           7-3.2 Testing shall be performed in accordance with the schedules in Chapter 7 or more often if required by the authority having jurisdiction. If automatic testing is performed at least weekly by a remotely monitored fire alarm control unit specifically listed
Control Panels       4    
Batteries     4      
Remote Annunciators       4    
Initiating Devices            
Air Sampling       4    
Duct Detectors       4    
Electromechanical Releasing Devices       4    
Suppression System Switches       4      
Manual Pull Stations       4      
Heat Detectors       4      
Radiant Energy Fire Detectors     4        
Smoke Detectors       4      
Supervisory Signal Devices   4          
Tamper Switches     4        
Waterflow Devices     4        
Alarm Notification Appliances       4      
Interface Equipment       4      
Digital Alarm Communication Equipment       4      
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Fire Extinguishers             NFPA 10

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Inspection 4         4-3.1 Fire extinguishers shall be inspected when initially placed in service and thereafter at approximately 30-day intervals.
Maintenance       4   4-4.1 Fire extinguishers shall be subjected to maintenance at intervals of not more than 1 year, at the time of hydrostatic test, or when specifically indicated by an inspection.
6-Year Maintenance         4 4-4.3 Every 6 years, stored-pressure fire extinguishers that require a 12-year hydrostatic test shall be emptied and subjected to the applicable maintenance procedures.
Hydrostatic Test         4 5-2 Refer to Table 5-2.
Pressurized Water         4   5 Years
Wetting Agent(s)         4   5 Years
AFFF Foam         4   5 Years
FFFP Foam         4   5 Years
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)         4   5 Years
Dry Chemical(s)         4   12 Years
Halogenated Agent(s)         4   12 Years
Hose Conductivity Testing       4   4-4.1.2 A conductivity test shall be conducted annually on all carbon dioxide hose assemblies.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Fire Hose             NFPA 1962

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Inspection              
Hose       4   2-4.1 The hose shall be service-tested as specified in Section 5-4 within 90 days prior to being placed in service for the first time and at least annually.
Couplings       4   4-2.1 Couplings shall be kept in serviceable condition. After each use, and during each hose service test, they shall be visually inspected…
Gaskets & Seals       4   4-3.1 The thread gasket in couplings and nozzles shall be inspected for presence, tight fit, and lack of deterioration. If defective, it shall be replaced with a new gasket.
Nozzles       4   4-1.2 All nozzles shall be inspected after each use and at least annually.
Re-rack Hose       4   2-3.3 In-service hose shall be unracked, unreeled, or unrolled and physically inspected as specified in Section 2-5 at least annually. Hose shall be reracked, rereeled, or rerolled so that any folds do not occur at the same position on the hose.
Hydrostatic Test         4 2-3.2 In-service hose designed for occupant use only shall be removed and service-tested as specified in Chapter 5 at intervals not exceeding 5 years after installation and every 3 years thereafter.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Fire Department Connections             NFPA 25

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Inspection   4       9-7.1 Fire department connections shall be inspected quarterly.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Pressure Reducing and Relief Valves             NFPA 25

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Inspection   4       9-5.1 Sprinkler pressure reducing control valves shall be inspected and tested as described in 9-5.1.1 and 9-5.1.2.
Sprinkler Systems   4       9-5.1.1 All valves shall be inspected quarterly.
Hose Connections   4       9-5.2.1 All valves shall be inspected quarterly.
Hose Racks   4       9-5.3.1 All valves shall be inspected quarterly.
Fire Pump Casing Relief Valves         4 9-5.5.1 All circulation relief valves shall be inspected weekly.
Fire Pump Pressure Relief Valves         4 9-5.5.2 All pressure relief valves shall be inspected weekly.
System Type Monthly Quart. Semi
Ann.		 Ann. Other Code Requirement
Sprinkler Systems             NFPA 25

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Inspection              
Gauges - Dry, PreAction & Deluge         4 2-2.4.2 Gauges on dry, preaction, and deluge systems shall be inspected weekly to ensure that normal air and water pressures are being maintained.
Gauges - Wet Pipe Systems 4         2-2.4.1 Gauges on wet pipe sprinkler systems shall be inspected monthly to ensure that they are in good condition and that normal water supply pressure is being maintained.
Control Valves 4       4   (See "Valves" below)
Alarm Devices   4       2-2.6 Alarm devices shall be inspected quarterly to verify that they are free of physical damage.
Hydraulic Nameplate   4       2-2.7 The hydraulic nameplate, if provided, shall be inspected quarterly to verify that it is attached securely to the sprinkler riser and is legible.
Buildings       4   2-2.5 Annually, prior to the onset of freezing weather, buildings with wet pipe systems shall be inspected to verify that windows, skylights, doors, ventilators, other openings and closures, blind spaces, unused attics, stair towers, roof houses, and low spaces
Hangers/Bracing       4   2-2.3 Sprinkler pipe hangers and seismic braces shall be inspected annually from the floor level.
Pipe & Fittings       4   2-2.2 Sprinkler pipe and fittings shall be inspected annually from the floor level.
Sprinkler Heads       4   2-2.1.1 Sprinklers shall be inspected from the floor level annually.
Spare Sprinkler Heads       4   2-2.1.3 The supply of spare sprinklers shall be inspected annually…
Valves (All Types)             (See "Valves" below)
Testing              
Alarm Devices   4       2-3.2 Waterflow alarm devices including, but not limited to, mechanical water motor gongs, vane-type waterflow devices, and pressure switches that provide audible or visual signals shall be tested quarterly.
Main Drain   4         (See "Valves" below)
Antifreeze Solution       4   2-3.4 The freezing point of solutions in antifreeze shall be tested annually by measuring the specific gravity with a hydrometer or refractometer and adjusting the solutions if necessary.
Gauges         4 2-3.2 Gauges shall be replaced every 5 years or tested every 5 years by comparison with a calibrated gauge. Gauges not accurate to within 3 percent of the full scale shall be recalibrated or replaced.
Sprinkler Heads         4 2-3.1.1 Where sprinklers have been in service for 50 years, they shall be replaced or representative samples from one or more sample areas shall be submitted to a recognized testing laboratory acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction for field service test
Sprinkler Heads - Extra High Temp         4 2-3.1.1 Exception No. 3*: Representative samples of solder-type sprinklers with a temperature classification of extra high [325°F (163°C)] or greater that are exposed to semicontinuous to continuous maximum allowable ambient temperature conditions shall be teste
Sprinkler Heads - Fast Response         4 2-3.1.1 Exception No. 2: Sprinklers manufactured using fast response elements that have been in service for 20 years shall be tested. They shall be retested at 10-year intervals.
Maintenance              
Valves (All Types)       4 4   (See "Valves" below)
Obstruction Investigation         4 10-2.2 Systems shall be examined internally for obstructions where conditions exist that could cause obstructed piping. If the condition has not been corrected or the condition is one that could result in obstruction of piping despite any previous flushing proce
Valves              
Inspection              
Control Valves         4 9-3.3.1 All valves shall be inspected weekly.
Alarm Valves 4         9-4.1.1 Alarm valves shall be externally inspected monthly.
Check Valves         4 9-4.2.1 Valves shall be inspected internally every 5 years to verify that all components operate properly, move freely, and are in good condition.
Preaction/Deluge Valves       4   9-4.3.1.3 The interior of the preaction or deluge valve and the condition of detection devices shall be inspected annually when the trip test is conducted.
Dry Pipe Valves/Quick Opening Devices       4   9-4.4.1.4 The interior of the dry pipe valve shall be inspected annually when the trip test is conducted.
Backflow Prevention Assemblies       4   9-6.1.2 All backflow preventers installed in fire protection system piping shall be tested annually…
Testing              
Main Drain   4       9-2.6 A main