Method Statement For Fire Alarm System

Installation & Testing

Below is the method statement for the installation of fire alarm
system which can be modified for different type of systems like HSSD
or Vesda etc. The steps are very general and should be customized
depending upon the project specific requirements, specifications and
applicable NFPA or other standards.

Installation Procedure
All materials received at site shall be inspected and ensured that the
materials are as per approved material submittal. Any discrepancies,
damages etc. shall be notified and reported for further action.
Material found not suitable for the project shall be removed from site
immediately.

All the Fire Alarm System Outstations, Modules & Control Panels

etc. shall be stored in an air conditioned place.

25 mm PVC Conduiting for concealed installation. For surface

installation, FP200 cable will be clipped on the soffit on the slab in
false ceiling and non-false ceiling areas.

The containment system for Fire Alarm system is being used

wherever required and also near the Fire Alarm control panels.

Correct type of back boxes for all the outstations should be installed
as per approved shop drawings / material submittals.

The mounting heights for the Junction boxes should be verified with
approved shop drawings.

Containment System should be offered for QC verification prior to

cabling works.

All the related documents like latest approved shop drawings and
schematic etc. should be available with installation team.
Site Installation Method Statement

1. The required amount of cable should be transferred from

Stores to Site access point by pick-up and to the particular
floor with wheelbarrow as required to the work place.

2. The correct size and type of cable should be identified and

cut to the required length.
3. All the cables should be clipped in surface or installed in
concealed PVC conduit or G.I. Tray only.
4. Proper identifications to be provided for loop in / loop out of
Fire Alarm cables.
5. The earth cables to all the outstations to be properly
terminated with earth sleeve in the appropriate terminal in
order to avoid any earth fault in the loop.
6. The junction boxes and back boxes to the outstations such as
smoke detectors, manual call points and modules should be
installed as per the approved shop drawings.
7. Installation of system outstation should be offered for QC
Verification.
8. Adequate additional cable lengths to be provided during
cabling for the detectors, which are coming in False ceiling.
9. All the cables to be terminated in the outstations with proper
screw driver and as per the identifications provided in the
cables. No joints are allowed in between two outstations.
10.All the Fire Alarm control Panels such as Main Control Panels,
Mimic Panels, Repeater Panels should be installed as per
approved shop drawing.
11.Installation shall be offered for QC verification.
12.All Smoke Detectors to have cover on it after installation and
before handing over of the area, in order to avoid any
 physical damages / accumulation of dust within the Smoke
Detectors.
13.All cables to be properly identified in Fire Alarm control panel
before termination.
14.Installation of Beam sensors to be as per the approved shop
drawings / Manufacturer’s recommendations.
15.Installation of Duct detectors to be as shown in the approved
shop drawings.
16.Work Inspection Request shall be raised for Consultant’s
inspection and sign off.
17.The devices/peripherals (Smoke detectors, heat detectors,
break glass, duct detectors, beam detectors, control and
monitoring modules) are connected in Class A circuit with
the Control panels.
18.The speakers & speaker with strobes are connected in Class
A circuit with the Control panels.
19.2 Core 1.5mm2 FP 200 cable to be used for cabling the
Initiating Device Circuits (IDC) to the panel, additional 2c x
2.5mm2 FP200 cable is required for the smoke detector with
sounder base for the activation of the sounders units.
20.2 core 1.5mm2 FP 200 cable to be used for cabling the
Speakers with the panel, additional 2c x 2.5mm2 FP200 cable
is required from the FACP for the speaker with strobe for the
activation of the strobe unit allied in vertical walls the run of
conduit will be kept straight.
21.Comply with NFPA 72 for installation of fire-alarm
equipment.

Smoke- or Heat-Detector Spacing:

Comply with NFPA 72, “Smoke-Sensing Fire Detectors” & “Heat-

Sensing Fire Detectors”.

Smooth ceiling spacing shall not exceed 30 feet (9 m).

Fire-Alarm Control Unit: Surface mounted, with tops of cabinets not

more than 72 inches (1830 mm) above the finished floor.

Annunciator: Install with top of panel not more than 72 inches (1830
mm) above the finished floor.
Wiring & Connections Requirements

Verify that hardware and devices are NRTL listed for use with fire-
alarm system before making connections. Make addressable
connections with a supervised interface device to the following
devices and systems. Install the interface device less than 3 feet (1 m)
from the device controller. Make an addressable confirmation
connection when such feedback is available at the device or system
being controlled.

Alarm-initiating connection to smoke-control system (smoke

management) at fire-fighter smoke-control system panel.

Alarm-initiating connection to stairwell and elevator-shaft

pressurization systems.

Smoke dampers in air ducts of designated air-conditioning duct

systems.

Alarm-initiating connection to elevator recall system and

components.

Alarm-initiating connection to activate emergency lighting control.

Alarm-initiating connection to activate emergency shutoffs for gas

and fuel supplies.

Supervisory connections at valve supervisory switches.

Supervisory connections at low-air-pressure switch of each dry-pipe

sprinkler system.
Supervisory connections at elevator shunt trip breaker.

Supervisory connections at fire-pump power failure including a dead-

phase or phase reversal condition.

Supervisory connections at fire-pump engine control panel.

Fault Finding in Fire Alarm System

Battery Charger Faults:

Battery Charger Faults that can arise during the operational lifetime
of a panel. You may observe one of the following Faults;

Charger 2% out of range

Battery Charger Supply incorrect to correctly measure the output

voltage you will need to follow the steps below.

To prevent damage to the system, disconnect the batteries & power

down the system, disconnect the power & harnesses from the Power
Supply.

Connect the Multi-meter to the battery leads (with batteries

disconnected), power up & measure the voltage. Calculate the
difference between the measured voltage & 27.6v. NOTE: After 90
seconds, the voltage will drop to <24v. If this happens, power down
& start again.

Positive/Negative Earth Ground Faults:

Fire Panels have the ability to detect positive or negative Earth

Ground Faults. An Earth Ground Fault occurs when an electrical circuit
is shorted to ground
Inspection and Field Testing

All inspection and testing for fire alarm system shall be carried out in

accordance with specifications. Work shall be carried out by the
experienced site team under the guidance of engineer and shall
further be checked and approved by quality engineer.
  Check the materials are approved.
 Check for any damage or defects, name plate details
 Check all devices installed as per the specifications &
Drawing.
 Visual Inspection: Conduct visual inspection prior to testing.
 Inspection shall be based on completed and approved
drawings and system documentation as per NFPA.
 Comply with “Visual Inspection Frequencies” Table in the
“Inspection” Section of the “Inspection, Testing and
Maintenance” Chapter in NFPA 72; retain the
“Initial/Reacceptance” column and list only the installed
components.

FA System Testing:

Comply with “Test Methods” Table in the “Testing” Section of the

“Inspection, Testing and Maintenance” Chapter in NFPA 72.

 Test audible appliances for the public operating mode

according to manufacturer’s written instructions. Perform the
test using a portable sound-level meter complying with Type
2 requirements in ANSI S1.4.
 Test audible appliances for the private operating mode
according to manufacturer’s written instructions.
 Test visible appliances for the public operating mode
according to manufacturer’s written instructions.
 Factory-authorized service representative shall prepare the
“Fire Alarm System Record of Completion” in the
“Documentation” Section of the “Fundamentals of Fire Alarm
Systems” Chapter in NFPA 72 and the “Inspection and
Testing Form” in the “Records” Section of the “Inspection,
Testing and Maintenance” Chapter in NFPA 72.
 Re-acceptance Testing: Perform re-acceptance testing to
verify the proper operation of added or replaced devices and
appliances. Test all the field loop devices with the control
panel.
 Check the detectors with the artificial test smoke spray. Use
forms developed for initial tests and inspections.
  Field tests shall be witnessed by authorities having
jurisdiction.

Manufacturer’s Field Service

Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect, test,

and adjust components, assemblies, and equipment installations,
including connections.

 Perform tests and inspections. After testing & commissioning

provide training demonstration to facility management team.
 Conduct Cause effect inspection as per programmed cause &
effect matrix. Test all the connected devices responds as per
the matrix.
 Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals.
Comply with requirements for identification specified in
specifications.
 Install framed instructions in a location visible from fire-alarm
control unit.