Monique Angela S. Dela Cruz March 21.

2022

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1.4.1 Assignment: Fire Detection and Alarm System (FDAS)

 Search and give details about it.  Computerize (in Microsoft

word). To send in PDF file. Use the Standard format for Assign-
ment/research papers (see announcement).

• What is Fire Detection and Alarm System (FDAS). Include

pictures or illustrations.
 

A fire detection alarm system or FDAS is a reliable device or

equipment in which it provides audible and visual signals 24/7 to
operate once they detect fire. Some devices are manual fire alarm
stations, smoke detectors, heat detectors or fire sprinkler sys-
tems. This warns everyone in case of fire happening or occurring

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around the surrounding area. It also monitors whether a fire will
occur and to avoid further damages and casualties. 
This is important to install in every building and residential houses
since it is more likely to have fire incidents and to prevent more
worse casualties. Hence, minimizing the risk and saving more
lives.
 
• What are the Different parts of Fire Detection and Alarm
System. Include pictures or illustrations.

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Five Basic Parts of Fire Alarm and Detection System
1. Fire alarm control panel
2. Initiating devices
3. Notification devices
4. Primary power supply
5. Backup power supply

Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) 

The Fire alarm control panel handles the whole operation of the system.
From the input, process, output and relay of information throughout the
system. It sends signals and triggers the alarm to be put in use.This con-
tains advanced systems and wires to be programmed to each zone or
the area whereas it can be replaceable and make manual adjustments to
it.

As well as transmit codes to know if there should be a need for changes

and adjustments in order for the system to fully function and avoid some
risks.
Initiating Devices 
Initiating devices are devices that activate the system manually or auto-
matically for emergency purposes.It can be addressable or not since
each unit has a specific use and purposes. Its purpose is to send a sig-
nal or alarm to the zone or to the location where it should be put out in
order for maximum safety.
Notification Devices 
Notification devices notify all occupants or people around the zone in
case of an emergency and to show where the fire exits as well. It may in-
clude audible and visual notifications for instruction to safely evacuate
the building. It includes bells, lights, horns or a mix of it.
Primary Power Supply 
The primary power supply for a fire alarm system requires either a 120-
or 240-Volt AC power source in order to fully function. This is a standard
power source in any company or building.

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Backup Power Supply 
Backup Power Supply is very crucial when it comes to alarm systems
lapses or the system shuts down in the middle of operation or a power
outage. This power supply will help to regain the power of the fire alarm
system and to fully operate it again in order to increase signals of fire. It
is a must component of fire alarm and detection systems since there are
instances where the system will shut down due to its loss of power, over-
heating or there are damages to the system. A 6- or 12- volt battery is
the standard power supply in order to make this operate.

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