Index

1. Maintain Fire Protection System

2. Fire Alarm and Detector

3. Fire Extinguisher

4. Fire Sprinkler Systems

5. Maintenance Tips
 Maintain Fire Protection System
 Fire Protection System maintenance primarily involves
the maintenance of indoor sprinklers, Fire
Extinguishers, Smoke detectors.

 Maintenance is something you can do yourself as well,

as you want to make sure that the fire protection
system is working at all times.
 1. Fire Alarm And Detector
 Fire Protection System maintenance includes
detection and alarm equipment.

 The alarms should regularly be tested, and the

batteries should need to be restored at least once a
year, depending on the type.
 Maintenance Tips
1. Make sure they are installed in the right places. There
should be detectors on every floor, including the
basement.

2. Test the alarm at least once a week or month. You can

do this simply by pressing down the test button.

3. Keep the alarms clean. Dust them often. Do not paint

over them.
4. Smoke alarms should be changed approximately one
decade unless they are defected or damaged. If this is
the case, then they need to be replaced immediately.
 2. Fire Extinguisher
 Any type of fire extinguisher in your building or
workplace should be check regularly.

 If it works correctly, an extinguisher can put out a fire

before it has a chance to spread.

 There are different types of extinguishers, and it’s

important that you and every employee knows how to
use the type that is in the building.
 Maintenance Tips
1. Check that the vent and hose are not damaged or
hindered in any way.

2. Make sure there are no dents, dirt, rust on the pump.

3. If there are a pin and tamper seal, make sure they are
intact.
4. Check the pressure usually to make sure that it is at
the recommended level.

5. If an extinguisher is used, it should be restored

immediately afterwards.

 Fire protection system maintenance doesn’t have to be

difficult. You can turn it into a routine.
 Having the regular inspections makes maintenance
easier.
 3. Fire Sprinkler Systems
 Sprinkler systems are designed to suit building conditions.

 If your building has undergone any renovations since the

system was built, it may need repair itself.

 Any changes to a building, Such as changes in the water

supply, can render the sprinkler system useless.

 It’s your responsibility to keep the system up to date.

Through the testing and inspections from trained
professionals.
 Maintenance Tips
1. Never hang anything from the ceiling with any objects
where the sprinkler heads are located.

2. Never paint the sprinkler heads.

3. Check the tamper switches every day to make sure

that the control valves are in open position.
4. If you have the wet-pipe system, protect them from
freezing with good insulation.

5. Do not stack anything close to the heads. Stacked

items should be at least 18 inches below the ceiling.