04-2012 Handover Manual

MINISTRY OF INTERIOR
General Directorate of Civil Defense

Safety and Prevention Department
Handover
Manual
April 2012
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................... iii
Instructions ................................................................................................................ iv
3rd Party Handover Inspection and Testing Criteria ................................................. 6
High-rise ................................................................................................................... 11
Office, Shop, Apartment ........................................................................................... 14
Voice Intelligibility (Voice Evacuation System) ...................................................... 16
Carbon Dioxide ......................................................................................................... 18
Clean Agent............................................................................................................... 20
Emergency Lighting.................................................................................................. 21
Emergency Power ..................................................................................................... 22
Fire Alarm ................................................................................................................. 25
Fire Pump .................................................................................................................. 32
Foam-Water Spray .................................................................................................... 38
Kitchen Hood System................................................................................................ 40
Private Water and Hydrant........................................................................................ 42
Sprinkler ................................................................................................................... 43
Stair Enclosure .......................................................................................................... 46
Standpipe .................................................................................................................. 48
Water Mist ................................................................................................................ 49
Water Spray .............................................................................................................. 51
Water-In-Bucket-Test................................................................................................ 53
Certification Forms ................................................................................................. 55 - 68
Carbon Dioxide Clean Agent Emergency Lighting
Emergency Power Fire Alarm Fire Pump
Foam Water Kitchen Hood Suppression Private Hydrants
Stair Pressurization Sprinkler Standpipe
Water Mist Water Spray
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Introduction
A handover inspection is the activity Civil Defense performs to ensure the fire and life safety features
of a licensed project are in compliance with the codes and standards under which they were designed
and installed.
Handover inspections vary with every building therefore Civil Defense wants to provide consistency,
efficiency, and effectiveness in its inspection process. This manual provides Civil Defense inspection
and testing forms that the staff will use during inspections. The manual is also intended to provide
consultants, the House of Expertise, and contractors inspection and testing criteria to use for in-house
inspections before requesting Civil Defense to inspect the project.
This is a living document and will continue to be refined as it is used and Civil Defense receives
recommendations from the end users.
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Handover Instructions
The manual’s inspection forms cover a majority of the building environments and fire protection
systems being designed, built, and installed in Abu Dhabi. For systems that did not have a form in the
manual, the Consultant is still responsible to provide an inspection report that identifies the criteria
used and records test results. A number of examples are emergency generator, kitchen hood
suppression system, fire stop systems, stair pressurization, smoke control systems, etc.
Civil Defense requires project Consultants to perform fire and life safety inspections of the building
and to inspect and test fire protection systems before requesting a Civil Defense Handover Inspection.
Handover Roles
Civil Defense: the agency to 1) review preinspection and system testing documents from the project
consultant, system contractors, and the HoE, 2) perform the final handover inspections and witness
system operation tests, and 3) issue inspection reports and an NOC.
Consultant: The point person for the project and liaison with Civil Defense. The party responsible to
ensure the project is built in accordance with approved plans and governing regulations and standards.
Stamps all plans submitted to Civil Defense.
Contractors, passive and active fire protection systems: Responsible parties for the design,
installation, and preinspection, testing and commissioning of their systems in accordance with
approved plans and governing regulations and standards.
House of Expertise: The party involved with a project at the beginning and until handover is
completed. An HoE is responsible to review plans, ensure the fire safety strategy is complied with,
system materials and installation are correct, oversee or perform system testing, and provide
documentation.
Extent of Inspections and Testing

Contractors: Installing contractors are required to perform 100 percent device inspection and testing,
and in accordance with applicable recognized codes and standards. Inspection and testing result
documents are required.
House of Expertise: Depending on the role of the HoE, system device inspection and testing may be
100 percent or a random sampling up to 25 percent in each fire area and the amount will be agreed
upon with Civil Defense.
Applicable Standards: The checklists in the manual are based on current NFPA standards and local
code. The checklist criteria may need revision if Civil defense approved a different edition of an
NFPA standard for a project. Generally there will be little to no change in the checklists but it is still
advised to check for differences that could have a significant fiscal impact.
Recordkeeping
1. Each form is to be completed by the company performing the inspection and/or testing.
2. Test results are to be recorded and attached to the inspection form.
3. System Certification forms are to be signed by the installing contractor and Consultant.
4. A copy of the form and recorded results are provided to Civil Defense prior to their Handover
inspection.
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Complex Projects
Complex buildings and processes include high-rise buildings, large factories, processes using
hazardous materials, unique structures, to name a few.
When Civil Defense performs Handover Inspections the following procedure will usually involve the
following steps:
1. The Consultant is to meet with Civil Defense to preplan the inspection and testing process. The
Consultant may include the House of Expertise and contractors. The meeting will:
A. Identify test equipment to be provided on site by installing contractors.
B. Discuss preparations that must occur.
C. Identify or confirm what operational tests must occur, which may include a “Water in
the bucket” test.
D. The Consultant must preplan a systems integration test (the Command and Control
room is included for high-rise) using several test scenarios. The fire alarm cause and
effect matrix is to be included in structuring the tests. The plan must get Civil Defense
approval before the first day of inspections.
2. First day of the inspection process:
A. Collect and review the in-house inspection and testing records.
B. Confirm procedure for the day and areas and system to be inspected and tested.
C. Make sure project management has arranged for support staff and test equipment to be
present.
3. Sequence of inspections:
A. Life safety walk through: egress systems, fire doors and hardware, fire stop systems,
fire and smoke dampers, extinguishers, system device locations, etc, (no system
testing). This should focus on the passive fire systems.
B. Inspect and witness testing of fire protection systems, focus on one system at a time.
C. The fire protection system integration will be the final test.
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Technical Information
House of Expertise: Handover Inspections & Testing
Background
The House of Expertise (HoE) was created to provide assistance for plan review and hand-over
inspections and testing on complex and unique projects. It is important that HoE provide a quality
product, which is also dependent on Civil Defense providing descriptive expectations.
It is important that Civil Defense define what should be accomplished when HoE performs plan
review and hand-over inspections.
A consistent approach for comprehensive plan reviews and being able to verify that HoE agents are
being thorough in these activities is essential for public safety, property protection, and system
installations. Therefore, Civil Defense has developed the following minimum set of criteria that must
be met by HoE agents.
The intent of the inspection criteria and process are to improve compliance, standardization of
expectations, and improve Civil Defense efficiency and effectiveness. Documentation and clear
expectations are key to these goals.
This document is based on the principles outlined in NFPA 3. The HoE will be considered the final
commissioning agent to ensure project compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Requirements
1. The need for a HoE agent for inspection and system testing will be determined by Civil
Defense project definitions or due to the project complexity or Civil Defense workload.
2. HoE agents must be involved throughout the plan review, inspections, and testing process.
3. Civil Defense will make the determination and assign the requirement for when a project will
need HoE plan review, inspections, and testing. Civil Defense will consult the following as a
guideline to make the determination:
a. Factories and/or storage facilities equal to or exceeding 5,000 m2 (53,820 ft2).
b. Place of assembly equal to or exceeding 5,000 m2 (53,820 ft2) or exceeding 999
occupants.
c. Office and/or hotel/apt/condos with an occupied floor level that exceeds 23 m (75 ft.)
in height above lowest fire department access.
d. Hazardous material storage and/or process facility equal to or exceeding 1,000 m 2
(10,764 ft2)
e. Shopping Malls
f. Hospitals
g. Projects involving performance-based designs.
h. Other projects and essential facilities (fire and police stations, dispatch, utility, etc as
necessary.
4. HoE’s comprehensive plan review, inspection, and testing process will evaluate the code and
fire strategy report, the passive and active fire protection systems, any performance-based
designs, and prepare an evaluation report for Civil Defense review.
5. The HoE report will contain the following:

a. Name and location of the project.
b. Name and contact information of who performed the inspection and active fire
systems tests.
c. Name and contact information of the designers and consultants.
d. Provide the initial list of inspection and testing deficiencies found for each passive
and active system.
e. Digital photo records of deficiencies/corrections shall be part of the report.
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6. The HoE is responsible to ensure the appropriate testing equipment for each system is used.
7. HoE will provide a Commissioning Plan, which includes:

a. A narrative describing the facilities use, occupancy, height, area, and construction type.
b. The Fire Safety Commissioning Agent’s name, e-mail, and mobile contact information.
c. List the members of the Commissioning Team, if applicable.
d. Assignment list of who is responsible for testing what systems.
e. A list of testing equipment and tools to be used for each system.
f. A list of the active and passive fire protection systems to be assessed.
g. For each system provide the authoritative code, standard, manufacture criteria and/or
performance objectives of a performance-based design for testing the specific system(s).
h. A cause and effect matrix showing relationship of functions and interoperability between
systems.
i. Provide an inspection schedule or at what point an inspection or test must occur, e.g.,
“Before enclosing a story of sprinkler pipe it will be inspected and pressure tested”.
j. Provide a supervisory schedule and a report will be required for each supervisory visit. A
supervisory task enables the 3rd Party Commissioning Agent to make observations on the
methods of installation, materials being used, and general conformance to the design
requirements.
k. A sample commissioning report format that clearly identifies each system, responsible
designer and installing contractor, and deficiencies found, deficiency location, the
applicable code or standard cite, date of correction, testing data and final test results (test
data must indicate the minimum criteria to be met and then show the test results, for
example: Standpipe landing valves 2 remote/demanding requires 1,893 L (500 gpm) at
6.9 bar residual; results are 1,987 L (525 gpm) at 7.1 bar residual, refer to sample form.
l. Attach to the Commission Plan document sample testing forms/checklists and inspection
checklists to be used if Civil Defense forms do not cover a system or test.
m. Create a commissioning schedule that provides:
1) Preinspection and testing dates for each system before requesting a joint inspection
with Civil Defense.
2) After corrections are made approximate the Civil Defense inspection/testing dates for
each system.
3) The date for the pretest to verify the emergency event sequence of cause and effect
matrix on normal power then secondary power.
4) The date of the final demonstration of integrated functions (after corrections are
made) of the cause and effect matrix for Civil Defense.
n. A procedural narrative of how the systems integration testing will be performed.
o. A procedural narrative to incorporate command center operations and manual over-ride
systems testing.
p. A report that provides verification that equipment and materials approved or listed and
Civil Defense approved
q. An inspection and test report will be generated for each system identified and for the
systems integration test report.
r. Part of the report, an Appendix shall include system Contractor Material and Test
Certificates, which must be completed by the contractor and provided. Some Certificate
forms are available within the applicable NFPA Standard and it shall be used. For
systems without an NFPA certificate form, provide a certificate similar in content to
NFPA certificates.
Final Inspection and Testing Report

1. Body of the report:
a. Contains HoE information
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b. Inspection deficiency and correction logs.
c. Commentary explaining the process and results and the final status of each active and
passive system.
d. Each active and passive system will be listed and the HoE will sign a compliance
statement that validates the work of the contractor and compliance and operation of each
system.
2. Annexes (Appendix) for the following:

a. Individual system performance testing reports, e.g., stairway pressures, smoke control
system, pump churn, 100%, and 150% flow tests, flow test and calculations for
standpipes, decibel level testing log, foam concentration verification log, emergency
lighting and lux level logs, firestop verification logs that identify id of systems used, etc.
b. Copy of completed and signed checklists.
c. Contractor Material and Test Certificates (installing contractor shall attest that installation
was done in accordance with the applicable standards and approved plans, if a conflict
than the standards prevails unless it is a performance-based design, which must be
clarified on the certificate)
Inspection and System Testing

1. Civil Defense has the right to discontinue a handover inspection if it is obvious that
preinspections and testing were not performed. A new inspection request can occur after the
HoE performs the required activities and after deficiencies are corrected.
2. This lack of performance by a HoE will be recorded and Civil Defense will consider the lack
of meeting the performance expectation of this document and a general standard of care that
should have been exercised and determine if any action will be taken.
Passive Systems (not an all inclusive list)

A combination of these and other passive fire protection systems must be inspected for conformance
to applicable codes and standards.
1. Fire-rated door assemblies

a. Side swing (labels, rating, self-closing, glazing, hardware, door opening pressure)
b. Roll-down and horizontal sliding (label, fusible link and/or smoke detection)
2. Opening Protection in fire-rated construction
a. Fire and or smoke dampers (rating, proper install, operation)
b. Glazing (marking, rating)
c. Assess doors (latching, rating)
3. Penetration of fire-rated assemblies
a. Firestop system matches the manufacture listed system detail
b. Unauthorized openings (louvers, grates, etc)
4. Fire class of decorative materials
5. Fire-rated encapsulation method of structural members
a. Intumescent material
b. Spray-on coating
c. Gypsum-board
6. Shaft construction and integrity
7. Kitchen hood ventilation and duct enclosure
8. Egress signage
9. Emergency lighting
10. Egress system from common path of egress to a public way (fire resistive integrity, travel
distances match plans, stair widths, handrail height, number of exits for assembly rooms, path
to public way, etc)
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11. Heat and smoke vents
12. Command Center functions
Active Systems (not an all inclusive list)

A combination of these and other fire protection systems must be inspected and tested for
conformance to applicable codes and standards.
Inspection and test results must be recorded, deficiencies noted and when deficiencies are corrected.
For example the following are some of the data that would be collected; foam system must flow in
order to verify the correct concentration with a conductivity test kit, decibel meter is used to log sound
pressure of each room (door closed), pressure gages and flow meter or pitot to obtain flow data for
hydrants, fire pump, and verify PRV setting, etc.
Standards:
The following system standards outline acceptance procedures. Some standards have a Contractor
Material and Test Certificate* and data collection forms.
Clean Agent 2008 NFPA 2001: Chapter 7

CO2 2008 NFPA 12:4.4.3
Elevators ANSI/ASME A17.1
Emergency Power 2010 NFPA 110: 7.13, 111
Fire Alarm* 2010 NFPA 72:14.4
Fire Pump* 2007 NFPA 20:14
Foam Water 2007 NFPA 16: Chapter 8
Foam, Expansion 2010 NFPA 11: Chapter 10
Hydrants, external site 2010 NFPA 24:14.1, refer to 2010 NFPA 25: Chapter 7. Annex
C.4.11.2 and .4 provides a flow test report and flow summary graph
form
Kitchen Hood Suppression 2010 NFPA 17A: Chapter 6 and manufacturer manual
Smoke Control 2009 NFPA 92A: Chapter 8, 2009 92B: Chapter 8
Sprinkler* 2010 NFPA 13: Chapter 24
Standpipe* 2010 NFPA 14: Chapter 11
Water Spray 2007 NFPA 15: Chapter 7
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Sample
Inspection and Testing Log
Date: 5 Aug, 2012 Commissioning Agent: Falcon Safety, Salem Hashem Mobile #: 050-222-3333
Project: Emirate Museum, CD No. 2010-002 Building: Podium and underground levels
Item System Applicable Deficiency and Performance Criteria Deficiency Location Designer/Contractor Date
Codes/Stds Response Corrected
Sprinkler NFPA 13
1. No spare sprinklers Riser room, -102 Will provide by 6/8/2010 6/8/2010
2. Piping sections missing hangers Carpark, throughout Will provide by 1/9/2010
3. 2 hour 200 lb system pressure test: pressure did Riser systems 1, 2, and 5 Will perform on 10/8/2010
not hold.
Fire Pump NFPA 20
5. Flow test report inadequate, does not provide Pump room B-222, both To deliver by 13/8/2010
data for churn, 100%, and 150% tests and flow pumps
results.
6. Concentric transition upside down Centrifugal pump, room B- To be corrected by 15/8/2010
222
Egress NFPA 5000
7. Many of the self-closing 20-min corridors do not Basement/Carpark corridor Closures to be adjusting by
self-latch. serving offices 14/8/2010
Panic hardware missing Rooms, P122, P129, B04 To be installed by 12/8/2010
Stair Pressure NFPA 92A
8. Stair 1 does not have adequate Pa, only 28 Pa Stair 1, center of building To be completed by end of
with doors closed. Performance min. is 50 Pa August.
with 2 doors open. Contractor needs to repair,
check leakage, and pretest.
Clean Agent NFPA 2001
9. Room has open penetrations and allows leakage Room 207
10. Piping is not securely fastened and layout is Room 207
different than approved planes
I attest that the content of this document is true and that I have verified that all corrections have been performed and the system are installed and equipment performs
in accordance to the applicable requirements.
Commissioning Agent Name; Print: ________________________________ Sign:______________________________________Date: ______________
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High-Rise Building Handover Inspection
Name of Building: _________________________________________ Project ID No.: ________________________

Representative Name: _______________________________________ Contact Phone: _________________________
Abu Dhabi Street Zone Number: ______________________ and Sector Number: _____________________________
Type of Occupancy: _________________________ Use(s) of Building: ____________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Instructions: Complete the form by reviewing each item and check off those that apply and are in compliance with the
statement. Pretest system and attach a copy of current fire system commission reports, with deficiencies corrected.
P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable Use “Comment” section to write specifics

Exterior
1. _____ Emergency vehicle access road is design matches approved plans.
2. _____ Emergency vehicle access road is clear of obstructions and is properly marked in accordance with the approved
plans.
3. _____ Fire department connection (breech) is located according to the plans, visible, and signed.
4. _____ Fire department connection is accessible, unobstructed, and has 1 m (3 ft) of clearance.
5. _____ Private hydrants are located according to approved plans and flow tested per testing checklist.
6. _____ Outdoor trash containers and dumpsters are not under any unsprinklered building overhang, canopy, or other
projection.
7. _____ LPG/SNG tanks exposed to vehicular damage are protected with bollards (concrete filled posts).
Exits
8. _____ Exit system (aisles, halls, doors, corridors, stairs, etc.) are clear and unobstructed.
9. _____ Exterior doors from a corridor and from rooms exceeding 49 occupants have panic hardware.
10. _____ Fire rated corridor doors shall be 20 minute fire doors, labeled, self-closing, latching, and be tight fitting.
11. _____ Enclosed stairways that serve 3 or more floors are fire-rated, the doors to each floor shall be fire-rated (90 min.),
labeled, self-close, and latch.
12. _____ Exit doors are operable from the inside without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.
13. _____ No dead bolt mechanism of any type is allowed on any exit door unless it is integrated with the main door latch
release to enable one operation. Electrically controlled doors must have emergency power or fail-safe to open.
14. _____ Exit doors shall be easy to recognize as exits, they cannot blend into the wall.
15. _____ Emergency lighting operates on battery backup when the main power is off. Testing procedure is on Emergency
Lighting and Exit Sign Handover Checklist.
16. _____ Exit signs are above or adjacent each exit door except the main exit door and the signs are externally or internally
lighted.
_____ A. Externally lighted signs illuminated by not less than 5 ft-candles (54 lux) on the sign surface.
_____ B. Exit signs in exit corridors do not exceed a spacing of 30 m (100 ft.) or listed distance, whichever is less.
_____ C. The additional floor-level exit signs are provided for hotels and boarding houses and mounted 150 mm to
455 mm (6 in. to 18 in.) above the floor.
17. _____ Stair handrails are 86.5 cm to 96.5 cm (34 in to 38 in) in height above the stair tread and the guard must be at
106.5 cm (42 in) and guard opens do not exceed 100 mm (4 in).
18. _____ Stair width is the same as the approved plans.
19. _____ Stair enclosures greater than 2 floors have stair identification sign on each level (which stair,
roof access, termination floor, and direction to exit.
20. _____ Stair enclosure vestibule (if provided) that is natural ventilation must have:
_____ A. Minimum exterior wall opening of 1.5 m2 (16 sq ft)
_____ B. Provide at least 1.8 m (6 ft) travel distance
_____ C. 90-minute fire-rate self-closing and latching door
21. _____ Stair enclosure with mechanical pressurization system must have a smoke detector within 3 m (10 ft.) of the
enclosure entrance.
Exits for Areas of Assembly (meeting rooms, restaurants, nightclubs)
22. _____ Minimum of 2 exits (up to 500 persons) are 1/3 the room’s diagonal distance apart.
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23. _____ Minimum of 3 exits (501-1,000 persons) evenly distributed, 50% of width is main exit.
24. _____ Rooms used as a place to assemble with 50 or more persons must have panic hardware with no other locking
device on the doors.
25. _____ Exits, including aisles are clear and unobstructed, (no storage and no equipment in required width).
26. _____ Exit doors open in direction of egress from the inside without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.
Building Features
27. _____ Exposed structural steel framing is protected with monocoating or similar fire-rated system.
28. _____ Vertical fire-rated shaft construction and 90 minute fire-rated openings are in place.
29. _____ Floor penetrations are properly fire-stopped and it matches the design system and the information on the plans.
30. _____ Penetration of rated walls and fire pump rooms are properly sealed (firestopped).
31. _____ Penetration of rated walls and transformer rooms are properly sealed (firestopped).
32. _____ Balcony parapets shall be at least 120 cm in height.
Fire Protection Systems and Related Systems To Be Tested
33. _____ Provided a building integrated fire safety system test report that outlines and describes the operations of the
building’s integrated fire and life safety systems and if they operate in accordance with the code and national
standards.
34. _____ Observe the Commissioning Test for the integrated systems. Test method to be approved by Civil Defense.
35. _____ Pressure Reducing Valves (if provided) have been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
36. _____ Sprinkler system has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
37. _____ Standpipe system (hose reel/landing valve) has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report. Flow test
shows the 2 remote and highest landing valves flow 1893 L/min (500 gpm) with 6.9 bar (100 psi) residual pressure.
38. _____ Hose reel system has been tested, 378.5 L/min (100 gpm) at 4.5 bar (65 psi). Cabinet has hose nozzle and
extinguishers. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
39. _____ Fire pump has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
40. _____ Fire alarm system has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
41. _____ Emergency voice/alarm communication system has been tested for intelligibility. Obtain a copy of the commission
report.
42. _____ Fire department communication system (telephones) has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
43. _____ Smoke control system has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
44. _____ Stairwell pressurization system has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
45. _____ Emergency generator has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
46. _____ Elevator recall has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
47. _____ Kitchen hood suppression system has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
48. _____ Roll-down and vertical sliding fire doors has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
49. _____ LPG or SNG suppression system is tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
50. _____ If the facility has other fire protection systems e.g., clean agent, CO2 system, etc., has been tested. Obtain a copy
of the commission report.
51. _____ Hydrants, external are pressure and flow tested. The required flow occurs at not less than 1.5 bar residual pressure.
Minimum flow is 3785 L/min (1000 gpm) Obtain a copy of the commission report.
52. _____ Fire and smoke dampers; properly installed and smoke dampers close when smoke detector activates.
53. _____ Emergency lighting and exits signs has been tested. The additional floor-level exit signs are provided for hotels and
boarding houses and mounted 150 mm to 455 mm (6 in. to 18 in.) above the floor.
Fire Protection Systems, General
54. _____ Sign is provided describing content of rooms housing fire protection controls e.g. fire alarm panel, sprinkler riser,
fire pump, clean agent systems, etc.
55. _____ Sprinklers are not blocked or painted and locations comply with the approved plan.
56. _____ Sprinklers shall be installed under fixed obstructions over 1.2 m (4 ft.) wide such as ducts.
57. ____ The distance between the sprinkler deflector and the ceiling shall be a minimum of 25.4mm (1 in.) and a maximum
of 305 mm (12 in.).
58. _____ Fire department connection/breech is visible, signed, capped, and not obstructed.
59. _____ Fire alarm pull stations are accessible and device locations comply with the approved plan and are mounted 107 cm
to 122 cm (42 in to 48 in).
60. _____ Type K fire extinguisher is provided for commercial kitchens that do any cooking with oils.
61. _____ Hose reels: any point of the floor is within 10 m (30 ft.) of an extended hose reel.
62. _____ All fire extinguishers are located in accordance with the plans and are within 23 m travel distance, and mounted not
higher than 152 cm (5 ft.).
General
63. _____ Occupant load certificate(s) are conspicuously posted for rooms of assembly (exceeding 49 occupants) and each
represents current uses.
64. _____ Electrical panels have at least 76 cm (30 in.) in width, 91 cm (36 in.) in front, and 1.9 m (78 in.) in height clear
access.
65. _____ Cover faceplates are on electrical outlets, switches, and exposed wires, and damaged wiring are repaired.
66. _____ Electrical room doors are marked with a legible sign “Electrical Room”.
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67. _____ Decorative materials shall be a Class A or B flame spread, provide certificate or have retreated, hard plastics shall
be fire-resistive.
68. _____ Equipment/boiler/mechanical/electrical rooms shall not be used for storage.
69. _____ Fire-rated doors e.g., in fire barrier walls, rated corridors, enclosed stair shafts are labeled, self-closing, and
latching and their fire-rating matches the approved plans.
70. _____ Other openings in fire walls or fire barriers are rated and labeled. Such as windows, garbage chutes, laundry chutes
71. _____ Check for escape plan on exit door of each hotel guest rooms and assembly rooms.
Comments:
Inspection Date: ______________ Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _____________________________

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Ministry of Interior
Abu Dhabi, UAE
New Office, Shop, or Apartment Building Handover Inspection
Name of Building: _________________________________________ Project ID No.: ________________________

Representative Name: _______________________________________ Contact Phone: _________________________
Abu Dhabi Street Zone Number: ______________________ and Sector Number: _____________________________
Type of Occupancy: _________________________ Use(s) of Building: ____________________________________
_________________________________________________________Year of Construction: ____________________
P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable Use “Comment” section to write specifics
Check the ones that need corrected , Use “Comment” section to write specifics
Exterior
1. ________Fire Department access road is clear of obstructions and is properly marked in accordance with the approved
plans.
2. ________If provided, the fire dept. connection/breech is accessible, unobstructed, and has 1m (3 ft.) of clearance to the
front and sides.
3. ________Outdoor trash containers and dumpsters are not under any unsprinklered building overhang, canopy, or other
projection.
4. _________ LGP/SNG tanks exposed to vehicular damage is protected with concrete filled posts.
5. ________ Assembly Point(s) is located and marked in accordance with the approved plans.
6. ________ Private hydrants are located according to approved plans and flow tested per testing checklist.
7. ________Fire department connection (breech) is located according to the plans, visible, and signed.
Exits
8. ________Exit system (aisles, halls, doors, corridors, stairs, etc.) is clear and not obstructed.
9. _______Exterior doors from a corridor and from rooms exceeding 49 occupants have panic hardware.
10. _______Fire rated corridor doors shall be 20 minute fire doors, labeled, self-closing, latching, and be tight fitting.
11. _______Enclosed stairways that serve 3 or more floors are fire-rated, the doors to each floor shall be fire-rated (90 min.),
labeled, self-close, and latch.
12. _______Exit doors are openable from the inside without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort.
13. _______No dead bolt mechanism of any type is allowed on any exit door unless it automatically unlocks when opening
the door.
14. ________ A landing and floor are provided on each side of every exit door and their surfaces are not more than 2-3 cm (1
in.) below the highest point of the door threshold.
15. _______Exit doors shall be easy to recognize as exits, they cannot blend into the wall.
16. _______Emergency lighting operates on battery backup when the main power is off.
17. _______Exit signs, externally or internally lighted, are above each exit door except the main exit door.
18. ________ Stair handrails are 86.5 cm to 96.5 cm (34 in. to 38 in.) in height above the stair tread and the guard must be at
least 106.5 cm (42 in.) and guard opens do not exceed 100 mm (4 in.).
19. _______Stair width is the same as on the approved plans.
20. _______Stair enclosures greater than 2 floors have stair identification sign on each level (which stair,
roof access, termination floor, and direction to exit.
Fire Protection Systems Shall be Tested According to the Specific System Checklist
21. _______Provided a building integrated fire safety system test report that outlines and describes the operations of the
building’s integrated fire and life safety systems and if they operate in accordance with the code and national
standards.
22. _______On every floor fire extinguishers are within 23 m (75 ft.) of travel and 1.5 m (5 ft.) maximum mounting height,
“K” extinguisher for deep-frying cooking areas. Car parks extinguisher are within 15.25 m (50 ft.) of travel.
23. _______Sprinkler system: Sprinkler heads are within 305 mm (12 in.) for smooth ceiling, distance varies with obstructed
ceiling.
24. ________ Sprinklers are not blocked or painted and locations comply with the approved plan.
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25. ________ Sprinklers shall be installed under fixed obstructions over 1.2 m (4 ft.) wide such as ducts.
26. _______ The distance between the sprinkler deflector and the ceiling shall be a minimum of 25.4mm (1 in.) and a
maximum of 305 mm (12 in.).
27. _______Spare sprinklers (6) are at the riser in a mounted metal box.
28. _______Standpipe (hose reel and landing valve): The cabinet is in good condition, contains hose and nozzles, and fire
extinguishers.
29. _______Standpipe system (hose reel/landing valve) has been tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report. Flow test
shows the hose reel flows 378.5 L/min (100 gpm) with a residual of 4.5 bar (65 psi) pressure. Flow test shows
the 2 remote and highest landing valves flow 1893 L/min (500 gpm) with 6.9 (100 psi) residual pressure.
30. _______Hose reel system has been tested, 378.5 L/min (100 gpm) at 4.5 bar (65 psi). Cabinet has hose, nozzle and
extinguishers.
31. _______PRVs (if provided) have been tested.
32. _______Outside fire department connections (breeches) are not obstructed, visible, capped, and signed.
33. _______Fire alarm pull stations are not blocked and mounted between 1.07 m (42 in.) and 1.22 m (48 in.) above floor.
34. _______Fire alarm control panel is clear, there are no trouble signals or problem lights on.
35. _______If provided, Emergency voice/alarm communication system has been tested and for intelligibility.
36. _______Kitchen hood suppression system: Type “K” extinguisher is required when cooking/frying with oils.
37. _______Stairwell pressurization system tested is witnessed with two doors open, test results are provided.
38. _______Roll down or sliding fire doors are have a fusible link or smoke detectors install on each side of the door. Check
that doors are labeled.
38. _______Roof LPG suppression system is tested. Obtain a copy of the commission report.
39. _______External private hydrants are pressure and flow tested. The required flow occurs at not less than 1.4 bar (20 psi)
residual pressure. Minimum flow is 3785 L/min (1000 gpm) at 4.5 bar (65 psi).
40. _______If the facility has other fire protection systems e.g., clean agent, CO2 system, foam, private hydrants, they are
installed and tested according to the approved plans and testing checklist.
41. _______Sign is provided describing content of rooms housing fire protection controls e.g. fire alarm panel, sprinkler
riser, fire pump, clean agent systems.
Construction
41. _______If required, fire-resistive material covering steel beams and columns is in place and not damaged.
42. _______Covers are on electrical outlets, switches, and there are no exposed wires.
43. _______Equipment/boiler/mechanical/electrical rooms are void of combustible storage.
44. _______Firestop product is installed at penetrations of fire-resistive construction in floor, ceiling, and walls.
45. _______Fire-rated doors are in place, are labeled, tight fitting, and self-closing. 20 minute rating for corridors, 90-minute
rating for enclosed stairway and fire-rated shafts.
46. _______Check other fire-rated opening protection such as garbage and laundry chutes 4 or more floors in height, usually
90-minute fire-rated access door.
47. _______Windows in fire-rated corridors and interior fire-rated walls shall be fire-rated.
48. _______Fire and smoke dampers are properly installed.
49. ________ Electrical room doors are marked with a legible sign “Electrical Room”.
50. ________ Decorative materials shall be a Class A or B flame spread, provide certificate or have retreated, hard plastics
shall be fire-resistive.
51. ________ Equipment/boiler/mechanical/electrical rooms shall not be used for storage.
52. ________ Fire-rated doors e.g., in fire barrier walls, rated corridors, enclosed stair shafts are labeled, self-closing, and
latching and the fire-rating matches the approved plans.
Comments

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Voice Intelligibility Testing
Bulletin
Reference/s: 2009 International Fire Code 907, 2007 NFPA 72 7.4 and
Supplement 4, ANSI S3.2 1989, and IEC 60849
Scope
This document provides some background and objective-based testing methodology to assess fire alarm system
voice intelligibility.
Definition
Voice intelligibility: when a human being can clearly distinguish and understand human speech reproduced by a
communication system. Satisfactory intelligibility requires adequate audibility and clarity, NFPA 72 A.3.3.211.
Test Methods
NFPA mentions two methods that are:
1. Subject-based testing defined by ANSI S3.2. The statistical measurement process uses trained, English-
fluent talkers speaking standardized word lists through the communication system to trained, English-
fluent listeners. The word lists are crafted to evaluate specific aspects of speech transmission; the ability of
the listeners to identify individual words or word pairs indicates the quality of the transmission. The tests
use a minimum of five talkers and five listeners; larger subject groups reduce the margin of error. Talkers
and listeners are selected to assure a representative cross-section of age and gender. All must speak English
as their first language and have normal hearing. Talkers must have good articulation, and are trained both
to speak at a consistent level and to synchronize their words with timing signals so that the rate of
presentation doesn’t skew the test results in any way.
2. Objective-based in accordance with IEC 60849 that will use instrumentation to measure system
intelligibility. Measurements will be based the Common Intelligibility Scale (CIS) or the Speech
Transmission Index (STI)
Test Results
Intelligibility measurements for a space will be an average CIS score, less one standard deviation and shall be at
least 0.70 or 0.5 STI, IEC 60849 Annex B.3.
To understand standard deviation, keep in mind that variance is the average of the squared differences between data
points and the mean. Variance is tabulated in units squared. Standard deviation, being the square root of that quantity,
therefore measures the spread of data about the mean, measured in the same units as the data. Stated more formally, the
standard deviation is the root mean square (RMS) deviation of values from their arithmetic mean.
For example, in the population {4, 8}, the mean is 6 and the deviations from mean are {!2, 2}. Those deviations
squared are {4, 4} the average of which (the variance) is 4. Therefore, the standard deviation is 2. In this case 100% of
the values in the population are at one standard deviation from the mean.
Step 1: find the arithmetic mean (or average) of 4 and 8,
(4 + 8) / 2 = 6.
Step 2: find the deviation of each number from the mean,
4!6=!2
8 ! 6 = 2.
Step 3: square each of the deviations (amplifying larger deviations and making negative values positive),
( ! 2)2 = 4
22 = 4.
Step 4: sum the obtained squares (as a first step to obtaining an average),
4 + 4 = 8.
Step 5: divide the sum by the number of values, which here is 2 (giving an average),
8 / 2 = 4.
Step 6: take the non-negative square root of the quotient (converting squared units back to regular units),
So, the standard deviation of the set is 21.
Common Problems
1. Inadequate number of speakers or poor speaker coverage.
1
Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, “Standard Deviation”, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Standard_deviation
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2. Inadequate speaker power (low signal-to-noise ratio).
3. Excessive sound reverberation, reflections or echoes.
4. Distortion associated with the system hardware.
Design Goals and Objectives

These should have been determined at the design phase of the project. System intelligibility may have been
designed throughout the building or just in specific areas as agreed upon by the owner, designer, and Civil
Defense.
Setting Up and Conducting the Objective-Based Test

1. Divide the building or area into zones.
2. Different type rooms should be considered zones. Different type rooms can be classified into similar
groupings. Corridors and stairways are considered rooms.
3. Rooms or areas with changing ceiling heights (various hotel rooms, conference centers, an atrium, balcony
seating versus lower level seating) should be tested as separate zones.
4. Create a floor map showing the rooms and zones, measurement areas, speaker locations and where
measurements will be taken.
5. Intelligibility measurement areas in each zone should be a 6 m X 6 m (20 x 20 ft.) area. Larger rooms will
have multiple measurement areas.
6. Two measurements should be taken from each zone.
7. Measurements should not be taken just beneath the speaker but away from the speaker and on
measurement area seams.
8. Do not take measurements where people are unlikely to be such as against the walls or corners.
9. Buildings with many rooms can group the rooms into similar classifications. The test can be a sampling of
each classification. Get pre-approval by the Civil Defense Safety and Prevention Office.
10. For existing buildings, ambient sound level shall be taken in testing zones and the results must be factored
into the intelligibility tests.
11. For new buildings, the floor covering, ceiling tiles, and furnishings (if possible) must be in place during the
testing.
12. After a building or area is occupied, a second test that will incorporate background noise may be required
to confirm that intelligibility is adequate.
13. The Civil Defense Safety and Prevention Office will be notified of when the test shall occur, it may be
witnessed.
14. A log of each test and the results shall be provided to the Civil Defense Safety and Prevention Office.
Other References
1. Hayes, John, “Speech Intelligibility in Voice Alarm Systems”, NECDIGEST, Summer 2003.
2. Quest Technologies, “Speech Intelligibility”, August 2007.
3. Schifiliti, Robert P., Voice Intelligibility for Emergency Voice/Alarm Communications Systems”, 2007
NFPA 72 Supplement 4.
4. Jacob, K., “Understanding Speech Intelligibility and the Fire Code”, Bose Professional Systems. Presented
at the NFPA World Safety Congress, Anaheim, May 14, 2001.
5. Woycheese John P., “Speech Intelligibility and Fire Alarm Systems”, Department of Fire Protection
Engineering, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, MA.
6. Steeneken Herman, J.M., “The Measurement of Speech Intelligibility” TNO Human Factors, the
Netherlands.
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Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing System Handover Inspection
2011 NFPA 12
Date of Inspection: _________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

Business/Building Name: ____________________________ Address of Project: ________________________________
Contractor: _______________________________________ Contractor’s Phone: _______________________________
Reference numbers following checklist statements represent an NFPA code section unless otherwise specified.
Pass| Fail | NA
1. _____ Received CO2 system installation certification from installer.
2. _____ Control panel and components match approved plans.
3. _____ Approved drawing on site, as-builts are required when the installation is not the same as the plans.
4. _____ Control panel, piping, nozzles, and other component locations are the same as shown on the plans.
5. _____ Zones are properly identified on panel(s).
6. _____ Verify the system is on a dedicated 120 AC branch circuit and it is labeled.
7. _____ Device location same as plans.
8. _____ Devices are located in all areas required by the code.
9. _____ Devices are properly wired.
10. _____ Type and gauge of wire or cable match plans.
11. _____ 24 hour monitoring service agency received signals.
12. _____ Verify proper operation of magnetic door-releasing hardware and/or ventilation shutdown.
13. _____ Battery stress test: system switched to battery operation 24 hours earlier, then activate audible circuit for 5 minutes.
14. _____ Pull stations are dual action, distinct appearance, and mounted at proper height and location which is no more that
1.2 m (4 ft.) above the floor.
15. _____ Under primary and secondary power operational tests are performed including:
_____ A. power light on and in normal condition
_____ B. supervisory signals: water flow and pressure switches, valves, etc.
_____ C. silence switches
_____ D. trouble signals and panel light operate for each circuit tested, disconnect wires from devices
_____ E. trouble and alarm reset switches operate
_____ F. a 2nd initiating zone overrides silence switch
_____ G. audible and visual operation
_____ H. panel lamp test switch operates
_____ I. field zone signals correspond with panel zones
_____ J. detection devices operate
16. _____ Activation of the CO2 system activates the building fire alarm.
17. _____ Piping and nozzles are restrained so no unacceptable movement occurs, prior to the pressure test.
18. _____ Nozzles locations match the approved plans.
19. _____ Release circuit is tested at the storage container.
20. _____ Pull stations activate system.
21. _____ Protected area is properly sealed.
22. _____ An enclosure or room integrity (room leakage) test may be required by Civil Defense.
23. _____ Conduct a flow test with nitrogen or inert gas to verify unobstructed pipes and nozzles.
24. _____ Predischarge alarm for evacuation time is verified.
25. _____ Conduct a flow test with nitrogen or inert gas to verify unobstructed pipes, nozzles, and discharge time.
26. _____ Predischarge alarms are a minimum 90 dBA.
27. _____ Lock-out valves locations are according to the approved plan and are operational.
28. _____ Full discharge teat is performed according to 4.4.3.3.4 and Plan Notes.
29. _____ Warning and instruction signage (English and Arabic) is properly posted.
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Additional Comments
Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector:

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Clean Agent System Handover Inspection
2008 NFPA 2001

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable

1. ____ Received clean agent system certification from installer.
2. ____ Control panel and components match approved plans.
3. ____ Approved drawing on site, as-builts required when installation is not the same as the plans.
4. ____ Control panel, piping, nozzles, and other components location are the same as shown on the plans.
5. ____ Zones are properly identified on panel(s).
6. ____ Verify dedicated branch circuit and labeling, 7.7.2.4.3.
7. ____ Device location same as plans.
8. ____ Devices are properly wired and gauge of wire or cable match plans, 4.3.1.3.
9. ____ Verify proper operation of magnetic door-releasing hardware and/or ventilation shutdown, 7.7.2.3.
10. ____ Battery stress test: system switched to battery operation 24 hours earlier, then activate audible circuit for 5
minutes or if system was not switched then it is recommended to activate alarms for 8 minutes, 7.7.2.5.4(2).
11. ____ Pull stations are dual action, distinct appearance, and mounted no more that 1.2 m (4 ft.) above the floor, 4.3.3.7,
7.7.2.4.11
12. ____ Under primary and secondary power operational tests are performed including. 7.7.2.5:
____ A. power light on and in normal condition
____ B. supervisory signals: pressure switches, valves, etc.
____ C. silence switches
____ D. trouble signals and panel light operate for each circuit tested, disconnect wires from devices and end-of-line
(EOL) resistors
____ E. trouble and alarm reset switches operate
____ F. a 2nd initiating zone overrides silence switch
____ G. audible and visual operation
____ H. panel lamp test switch operates
____ I. field zone signals correspond with panel zones
____ J. detection devices and manual pull stations operate
____ K. abort switch is in protected area; requires manual pressure and initiates visual/audible devices, 4.3.5.3,
6.7.2.5.
13. ____ Piping and nozzles are restrained so no unacceptable movement occurs, prior to the pressure test, 7.7.2.2.3.
14. ____ Piping is air tested for 10 minutes at 40psig and the pressure drop shall not exceed 20 percent of the test pressure,
7.7.2.2.12. Results to be recorded, starting pressure and ending pressure.
15. ____ Nozzles shall not be installed at a location were injury can occur.
16. ____ Release circuit is tested at the storage container.
17. ____ Pull stations activate system and override abort switch, 6.7.2.4.13.
18. ____ Test connection to fire alarm system, 6.7.2.5.1.
19. ____ Protected area is properly sealed and tested using a fan and smoke pencil, 6.7.2.3. A quantitative method shall be
used to confirm 85 percent concentration holds for 10 minutes, 5.6.
20. ____ An enclosure or room integrity room leakage test (fan test) may be required (check with Civil Defense), 6.7.2.3,
7.7.2.3 and Annex C. Record test results.
21. ____ Warning and instruction signage is properly posted.
22. ____ Perform a flow test with nitrogen or inert gas to verify unobstructed pipes and nozzles, 7.7.2.2.13.
Additional Comments

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Emergency Lighting and Exit Sign Handover Inspection
2011 NFPA 12

Checklist Legend: ! or OK = acceptable N = need to provide NA = not applicable
Emergency Lighting
1. _____ Received Emergency Lighting installation certification from installer.
2. _____ Lighting fixtures locations match approved plans.
3. _____ Perform Emergency Lighting test
_____ A. Simulate power failure for emergency lighting circuits.
_____ B. Each circuit will be tested on secondary power source for the required duration time, 3 hours. UAE Chp
6:4.1 and 4.12.
_____ C. Ft-candle (Lux) level light meter measurements will be taken and recorded along a dark egress path,
1) directly under the light, at least 3 measurements along each egress path evaluated and
2) between the lights noted in item 1 to determine if minimum light levels are achieved, and
3) measurements will be taken at the start of the test and at the 1.5 hour mark.
4) sample log form format below:
Location Under Between Under Between Under Between Total Average
Light 1, lux Light 1, lux Light 2, lux Light 2, lux Light 3, lux Light 3, lux Lux Lux
2nd Flr Corridor 22.3 4.5 22.2 5.1 21.7 6.4 82.2 13.7
Grnd, Mtg Rm 32.1 6.2 35 7.6 34.2 5.5 120.6 20.1
corridor
UAE Chp 6: Not less than an average of 1 ft-candle (10.8 lux) and not less than 0.1 ft-candle (1.1
lux) at any point, measured at floor level.
At 1.5 hours, readings shall not be less than an average of 0.6 ft-candle (6.5 lux) and 0.06 ft-candle
(0.65 lux at any point.
_____ D. Low-battery alert is provided from the monitoring system for a central battery system or for individual
battery powered lights, UAE Chp 6:4.12.
Exit Signage
4. _____ Lighting fixtures locations and mounting orientation match approved plans. Field check is required to ensure that
at any point an exit sign can be easily seen, example: in a corridor a wall mounted exit sign may blend in so it
may need to be mounted perpendicular to the wall in order to be seen.
5. _____ The additional floor-level exit signs are provided for hotels and boarding houses and mounted 150 mm to 455
mm (6 in. to 18 in.) above the floor.
6. _____ Exit signs are lighted by 1) internal lighting, 2) external emergency lighting, or 3) it is an approved self-luminous
7. _____ Externally lighted signs shall be illuminated by not less than 5 ft-candles (54 lux) on the sign surface, UAE Chp
6:12.1.
8. _____ Exit signs in exit corridors do not exceed a spacing of 30 m (100 ft.) or listed distance, whichever is less, UAE
Chp 5:2.2
9. _____ Simulate power failure to verify that the exit signs are lighted and they operate for 3 hours.
Additional Comments
Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved Inspector:

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Emergency Power System, Level 1 or 2 (NFPA 110 4.4.1)
Handover Inspection
2010 NFPA 110, 2008 NFPA 30, and 2006 NFPA 37
Date of Review: ___________________________________ Permit Number: ____________________________________

Business/Building Name: ____________________________ Address of Project: __________________________________
Designer Name: ___________________________________ Designer’s Phone: __________________________________
Contractor: _______________________________________ Contractor’s Phone: _________________________________
System Manufacturer: _______________________________ Model: ___________________________________________
Occupancy Classification: ___________________________ Load Rating: _______________________________________
Reference numbers following checklist statements represent NFPA 110 code section unless otherwise specified.
Checklist Legend: ! or OK = acceptable N = need to provide NA = not applicable
1.______ Approved plans are on site.

2.______ Prime mover manufacturer: and model: , and generator manufacturer
model and rated load capacity: match approved plans.
3.______ EPSS transfer time when primary source fails complies with approved design.
4. ______ Level 1 EPSS: LPG and liquid petroleum fuels intended for the EPSS shall be dedicated only to the EPSS, 5.1.1.
5. _____ Low level sensing switch and alarm for fuel system is confirmed, 5.5.2.
6.______ Fuel supply for Level 1 is dedicated to just the generator, 5.5.1.
7.______ Prime mover instrument panel includes at least a oil pressure gauge, temp gauge, hour meter, and battery
charger meter, 5.6.3.3.
8.______ Number, size, and type of batteries match approved plans, 5.6.4.3-.5.
9.______ Batteries must be sized to provide the required 3 cranking cycles for the specified Level 1 or 2, Table 5.6.4.2(d).
Cranking test is performed.
10. ______ Control panel and equipment provides 1) auto remote start, 2) run-off auto switch, 3) shutdowns, 4) alarms, and
5) other controls, 5.6.5.2.
11. ______ A remote manual stop switch is provided and the location is according to the plan, 5.6.5.6.
12.______ Prime mover cooling system is forced air, liquid cooled, or both, 5.6.7.
13.______ Ventilation system to remove hot air in the generator room is according to the plans, 5.6.7.2.
14. _____ Level 1 generator instrument panel has AC volt and ammeter, frequency meter, and voltage adjusting rheostat,
5.6.9.9.
15.______ Instructions for manual transfer process are provided at the transfer switch, 6.2.4.
16.______ Autotransfer switch is provided with source monitoring, interlocking, manual operation, time delay on starting,
transfer and retransfer, and for generator exercising, a test switch, etc., 6.2.4 - 6.2.12.
17. ______ Level 1 system is in a dedicated room of 2-hour construction and equipment has a minimum 0.9 m (36 in.)
working space around the unit, 7.2.1, .2 and 7.2.5. The room has a non-combustible ceiling or is sprinklered and
the room has self-closing doors, NFPA 37:4.1.2.3.
18. ______ Level 1 EPSS equipment is not in the same room as normal service equipment with rating over 150 V to ground
or 1,000 Amps or more, 7.2.2.
19. _____ Level 1 or 2 EPS room is provided with battery powered emergency lighting providing at least 32.2 lux (3 ft-
candles), 7.3.
20.______ The engine is raised at least 15.2 cm (6 in.) off the floor, 7.4.1.1.
21.______ Ventilation, 7.7
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______ A. At rated load, air flow will maintain room air temperature to the maximum ambient temperature permitted
by the EPS manufacturer.
______ B. Supply air for Level 1 is provided from the outdoors directly or through a 2 hr fire rate air transfer system.
______ C. Discharge air for Level 1 is directed outdoors through an exterior wall opening or through a 2 hr fire rate
air transfer system.
______ D. Ventilation air is provided for supply and discharge air for radiator cooling.
______ E. The supply and discharge air for the radiator cooling has a maximum static restriction of 125 Pa (0.5 in
WC) in the discharge duct at radiator outlet.
______ F. Radiator air discharge is ducted outside or to an exterior opening through a 2-hour rated duct system.
______ G. No dampers are designed into ventilation openings or ductwork for EPS supply or return air for Level 1
systems, 7.7.5.
22.______ The full load on-site test shall not result in activation of high-temperature pre-alarm or high-temperature
shutdown, 7.8.1.1.
23.______ Fuel is not gravity feed, exception: integral tanks, 7.9.2.
24. ______ Diesel day tanks match approved plan design details and return line are below engine fuel return elevation,
7.9.4.
25. ______ The gas-fuel supply, for the EPS unit, shall be connected ahead of the building’s main shutoff valve, 7.9.7.
26. ______ Main gas supply is marked to indicate it is the supply to an EPS, 7.9.8.
27.______ Exhaust system, 7.10:
______ A. Is properly vented with a flex connector at prime mover.
______ B. Uses a thimble when passing through combustible construction.
______ C. Exhaust terminates with a Rain Cap or Tee or Ell pointing downwind or vertical upward stack.
______ D. Exhaust termination does not permit toxic fumes to reenter the building through windows, ventilation
inlets or engine air-intakes.
28.______ The system shall be tested in accordance with NFPA 110: 7.13, test procedure is noted on the plans, 7.13.
Misc.
29.______ The location of the liquid fuel tank is in accordance with approved plans.
Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines, NFPA 37, (NFPA 110: 7.9.1.1):
30.______ Adequate ventilation to prevent accumulation of vapors, 4.1.2.5.
31. ______ Gasoline or LPG fueled engines are not in rooms with fire equipment or open flames, 4.1.1.4.
32. ______ Automatic speed governor is provided, 4.1.
33.______ Engines greater than 10 horsepower are provided with protective devices in accordance with 9.2 and for gas
turbines protective devices are provided in accordance with 9.3.
34.______ When provided, the daytank design and installation are in accordance with NFPA 37. Gasoline fuel tanks are
limited to a volume of 94 L (25 gal.) and diesel fuel tanks are limited to a volume of 2498 L (660 gal.), NFPA
110: 7.9.5 and NFPA 37: 6.2 and 6.3.
Additional Comments:

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Guidelines for Conducting Acceptance
Test: Emergency Power
1. On-site acceptance test shall be required for the final Emergency Power Supply System (EPSS)
approval. For test specifics consult NFPA 110:7.13.
2. Level 1 EPSS shall not be approved until tests are conducted; results are recorded on Civil Defense
form.
3. Level 1 or 2 EPSS tests are to be witnessed by Civil Defense, 7.13.2.1.
4. Consultant/contractor shall plan the test starting with: In a new and unoccupied building or facility,
with the prime mover in a cold start condition and the emergency load at operating level, a normal
power failure shall be initiated by opening all switches or circuit breakers supplying the normal
power to the building or facility, 7.13.4.1.1.
5. Verify all emergency systems are operating on the EPSS to provide the expected load or use a load
bank to provide the intended load.
6. Tests: The contractor will observe and record every 15 minutes of a 1.5-hour test the asterisked (*)
items, 7.13.4.3.4.
Start 1st Test

Prime mover: cold start under a normal emergency load, a normal power failure is simulated with an
open switch or breaker power failure is initiated.
• Observe and record start time delay.
• *Observe and record prime mover crank-to-start time.
• * Observe and record the time taken to reach the operating speed.
• *Observe and record time to achieve steady-state condition with switch(es) transferred.
• *Observe and record the voltage, frequency, and amperage.
• *Observe and record prime mover oil pressure, water temperature, and the battery charge
rate at 5 minute intervals for the first 15 minutes then every 15 minutes thereafter.
• Load test (for intended load) for minimum time as per NFPA 110 Table 4.1(a) but not less
than 1.5 hours. Run time shall be recorded.
• Return building to normal power, observe and record time delays of retransfer switch(es) and
cool-down and shutdown.
Prepare for and Perform 2nd Test, 7.13.4.3
• Prime mover shall be allowed 5 minutes to cool-down then immediately perform a full load
test, which is after the previous tests are performed, 7.13.4.2.
• Perform a 2-hour full load test of 100% of nameplate kW rating of the EPS less applicable
derating factor, 7.13.4.3. First 30 minutes must have at least a 30 percent load, second 30
minutes 50 percent of the load, and the remaining 60 minutes 100 percent of the load.
• The same data recorded during the first test is also record every 15 minutes for at least 90
minutes.
• For Otto or diesel prime movers perform cycle crank test required by the manufacturer and
NFPA 110:5.6.4.2 and Table 5.6.4.2. Refer to item 9 in the checklist.
• Test all safety features specified in NFPA 110:5.6.5 and .6 as recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Cranking cycle by 1) Manual start, 2) Loss of normal power, 3) clock exerciser, 4)
manually operated test switch
• Remote manual stop
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• Audible alarm, powered by storage battery, located outside the EPS room, giving an
alarm operational problems listed in Table 5.6.5.2.
• Provide the following to the authority having jurisdiction, 7.13.11;

• Evidence of the prototype test for Level 1 systems as detailed in 5.2.1.2
• Certified analysis (tortional vibration compatibility) as detailed in 5.6.10.2
• Letter of compliance with NFPA 110, 5.6.10.5
• Manufacturer's certification of a rated load test at the rated power factor, 7.13.11(4)
5. Verify that the fuel supply is adequate.
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Acceptance or Maintenance Test
Emergency Power, Level 1 or 2
NFPA 110:7.13
Address:
Business Name:
Facility Representative: Title:
Date of Inspection: Testing Company:
Type of Test:
( ) Monthly ( ) Quarterly ( ) Semi-Annual ( ) Annual ( ) Acceptance
Generator Manufacturer:
Engine Brand:
Rpm KVA Hour meter reading
Volts Amps Hertz (full load)
1. Generator starts on power failure ( ) Yes ( ) No

2. Transfer occurs in required time ( ) Yes ( ) No ___NA
___10 seconds ___60 seconds
___30 seconds ___120 seconds
3. Generator light on ( ) Yes ( ) No
4. Adequate fuel supply ( ) Yes ( ) No
5. Transfer switches operate correctly ( ) Yes ( ) No
6. Any non-emergency equipment connected to
the generator (permitted if emergency load can be ( ) Yes ( ) No
accommodated)
7. All required fire and life safety equipment operates
on generator (remote controls and alarms) ( ) Yes ( ) No
8. Connected load exceeds generator capacity ( ) Yes ( ) No
9. Crank case oil level full ( ) Yes ( ) No
10. Water level full ( ) Yes ( ) No
11. Battery reading/s (voltage)
12. Hour meter reading (hours)
13. Oil operating pressure psi
14. Fuel pressure is adequate ( ) Yes ( ) No
15. Phase voltage readings A
2 or 3 phase? Circle which one. B
C
16. Phase amperage readings A
B
C
17. Hour meter reading after test
18. Load on the generator (%)
19. Instrumentation working ( ) Yes ( ) No
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EPSS Acceptance Test Data per NFPA 110:7.13.4.3.4
Readings at Minute 5 10 15 30 45 60 75 90
Intervals
Start Time Delay
Prime mover crank-to-start
To operating speed
To achieve steady-state
condition
The voltage
The frequency
The amperage
The prime mover oil
pressure
The prime mover water
temperature
The battery charge rate
Acceptance tests require copy of manufacturer’s certification.
Problems found:
Corrections made:
Date corrected: By:
This is to certify that the ___________________________ system has been properly tested and
inspected as listed in this document, is consistent with manufacturer's requirements and NFPA 110, and
all corrections have been made.
Signature of Tester:
Company: Phone:
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Fire Alarm System Handover Inspection
2010 NFPA 72
Date of Inspection: __________________________ Permit Number: _________________________________________

Business/Building Name: _____________________ Address of Project: _______________________________________
Contractor: ________________________________ Contractor’s Phone: ______________________________________

1. ____ Obtained a copy of the fire alarm installation certification and a Record of Completion from installer, 10.18.2.1.
2. ____ Approved plans are on site.
3. ____ Fire alarm control unit (FACU) and remote annunciator (RA) are installed consistent with approved plans,
10.16.1.
4. ____ A zone and legend map is provided at the RA or an approved location.
5. ____ Fire alarm zones are properly identified on the FACU and RA panels.
6. ____ The fire alarm system power supply is a dedicated branch circuit, which is labeled, 10.5.5.2.
7. ____ Type and gauge of wire or cable(s) for each circuit are consistent with the plans.
8. ____ Device location and installation are consistent with the plans.
9. ____ Pull stations are installed at the proper height and location, 1.1 m to 1.2 m (42 in. to 48 in.) and within the 61 m
(200 ft.) maximum travel distance, 17.14.3.
10. ____ A Contractor Sound Pressure Level (dBA) Pretest Room Log is provided and verified with the use of a sound
meter during a sound pressure test. For typical rooms, one room can be used for a test result.
Operational
11. _____ Fire alarm audible notification devices sound throughout the occupancy providing a sound pressure level at least
a minimum of 15 dBA above the average ambient noise level or 5 dBA above the maximum noise level. For
bedrooms with closed door provide at least 75 dBA at the pillow, 18.4.3-.5.
A.18.4.3 The typical average ambient sound level for the occupancies specified in Table A.18.4.3 are intended only for design
guidance purposes.
12. _____ Fire alarm visual notification device intensity (cd) ratings and settings, mounting height 2 m to 2.4 m (80 in. to 96
in.), and location, are consistent with the plans, 18.5.4. Audible devices mounted at least 2.3 m (90 in.) and
combination audible/visual devices 2 m to 2.4 m (80 in. to 96 in.), 18.4.8.
13. _____ Fire alarm voice notification is tested and documentation provided to verify it is distinguishable and
understandable (intelligibility test, methodology to be preapproved by Civil Defense), 24.3.1
14. _____ Fire alarm notification devices will activate by operation of the sprinkler flow alarm.
15. _____ HVAC duct detectors are supervised by the fire alarm system, detectors are all tested to verify if it can sample the
air stream (measure and record static pressure difference between the inlet and outlet tubes, must be within
manufacturer limits), and that fans shutdown and visual and audible status alarms function. Table 14.4.2.2.
16. _____ Verify that the correct and distinctive signals are received (alarm, trouble, and supervisory alarms), Table
14.4.2.2.
17. _____ Verify proper operation of magnetic door-releasing hardware and/or ventilation shutdown.
18. _____ Sprinkler tamper switch causes trouble light and buzzer indication at the annunciator panel only (tamper and flow
alarm are different type signals).
19. _____ Fire alarm emergency phone jacks, if provided, are operational.
20. _____ For air sampling and flame detectors, test the device in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.
21. _____ Resettable heat and smoke detectors, and pull stations are tested (5 to 10 percent sample of the total).
22. _____ Trouble condition is created for each circuit and the FACU responses appropriately.
23. _____ Remote annunciator receives the correct information.
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24. _____ Battery load test: the system is switched to battery operation 24 hours before the test and in the presence of the
inspector the notification devices are activated and operate for 5 to 8 minutes or 15 minutes for emergency voice
alarms.
25. _____ Check battery charger, measure load voltage, and open circuit voltage.
26. _____ Test ground-fault monitoring circuit, if provided.
27. _____ Under primary and secondary power, perform these tests:
____ A. power light on and in normal condition, trouble signal when on secondary power
____ B. supervisory signals: fire pump power loss or phase reversal, water level/temp, pressure switches, control
valves, etc.
____ C. silence switch functions
____ D. a 2nd alarm initiating zone overrides silence switch
____ E. trouble signals and FACU panel lights operate for each circuit tested; disconnect wires from devices and
primary power supply to simulate trouble conditions
____ F. on secondary power, measure standby and alarm current demand
____ G. trouble and alarm reset switches operate
____ H. emergency voice alarms: the message is clear and distinct
____ I. initiating devices tested, audible sound pressure levels, and visuals operate
____ J. panel lamp test switch operates: if provided
____ K. field zones and device address signals corresponded with panel zones and addresses
____ L. elevator(s) recall to designated floor and alternate floor in accordance with the Elevator Code
29. _____ Other systems activate fire alarm: kitchen hood suppression system, clean agent, HVAC duct detectors, etc.
30. _____ As-builts are required when system installation is not consistent with the plans.
31. _____ Circuit loop resistance is within specifications and a test may be required if the system wiring has changed from
the plans.
32. ____ Time from activating an initiating device to activation of a safety function or notification shall not exceed 10
seconds.
33. ____ Heat detectors are not within 10 cm (4 in.) of the sidewall, or if on the sidewall, a heat or smoke detector is 25 cm
(12 in.) down from the ceiling, 17.6.3.1.3 and 17.7.3.2.1.
34. ____ Visual devices in a room or adjacent space with more than 2 devices within the field of view the flash are
synchronized, 18.5.2.6. Devices in a corridor with more than 2 devices within the field of view and a maximum
spacing of 30.5 m (100 ft.), are synchronized, 18.5.4.4.7.
35. ____ Visual devices are wall mounted 2 m to 2.4 m (80 in. to 96 in.) above the floor level unless otherwise permitted
by the approved plans and AHJ, 18.5.4.1.
36. ____ Supplemental (extra) visual devices are permitted to be mounted less than 2 m (80 in.) above the floor, 18.7.2.
37. ____ Ceiling mounted devices are listed for use and spaced in accordance with Table 18.5.4.3.1(b) and the approved
plans.
38. ____ Mass notification systems are test in accordance with Table 14.4.2.2(27).
*Note: additional testing criteria is found in NFPA 72: Chapter 14.
Additional Comments

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Fire Alarm System Sound Pressure (dBA) Level Log

Use to test compliance for each room with the door closed at the remote corner of the room.
Date: ___________________ Permit Number: _________________________

Address: ___________________________________Type of Sound meter: _____________________
Room (doors closed during test): Installer: Fire Inspector:

number or location dBA level dBA level
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Fire Alarm Device Test Log

Use to test and record the status of equipment, appliances, devices, and circuits inspected and tested.
Date: ___________________ Permit Number: _________________________

Address: ___________________________________Legend: P = pass F = fail NA = not applicable
EAP = equipment, appliance or device
Circuit EAP Type EAP Address EAP Mounting Device Operation

Height and Location P or F
P or F
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Fire Pump Handover Inspection and Test
2010 NFPA 20
Date of Review: ________________________________ Permit Number: ______________________________________

Business/Building Name: _________________________ Address of Project: ___________________________________
Designer Name: ________________________________ Designer’s Phone: ___________________________________
Contractor: ____________________________________ Contractor’s Phone: ___________________________________
Pump Manufacturer: _____________________________ Pump Model: ________________________________________
Controller Manufacturer: _________________________ Controller Model: ____________________________________
Driver Type: ___________________________________ Driver Manufacturer: __________________________________
Driver Model: __________________________________ Occupancy Classification: ______________________________

1. ______ Received Fire Pump Installation Certification from installer.
_________ 2. Approved drawing is on the site.
3.______ Driver, pump, and controller manufacturer, respective models, and driver type match approved plans.
General
4.______ A pressure gauge is near the discharge casting.
5.______ A compound and vacuum pressure gauge is installed to the suction pipe, (does not apply to vertical shaft
turbine-type pumps taking suction from a well or open pit)
6.______ A automatic relief valve is installed on the discharge side of the pump before the discharge check valve and it
discharges to the drain. This requirement does not apply to engine-driven pumps provide cooling water from its
discharge to the engine.
7.______ A non-sprinklered fire pump room is separated by a 2-hour fire barrier. A sprinklered fire pump room in a non-
sprinklered building is separated by a 2-hour fire barrier.
8.______ A sprinklered fire pump room in a sprinklered building is separated by a 1-hour fire barrier. An exterior fire
pump building is separated from adjacent buildings by at least 15.2 m (50 ft.), Table 4.12.1.1.2.
9.______ Fire pump is high-rise buildings is separated by 2-hour fire-rated construction, 4.12.1.1.1.
10.______ The fire pump room containing a diesel pump driver and fuel storage tanks is protected by an automatic
sprinkler system. 4.12.1.3.
11.______ Outdoor fire pump unit is located according to approved plans, 4.12.1.2.
12.______ Check emergency lighting for the fire pump room, 4.12.5.
13.______ Ventilation is provided in the pump room, 4.12.6.
14.______ Flexible couplings or shaft connections between the pump driver and pump have coupling guards, 4.12.8.
15.______ Size and type of pump suction and discharge pipe matches approved plans.
Suction Pipe and Fittings
16.______ Size of the suction pipe upstream matches the approved plans, 4.14.3.4.
17.______ OS & Y gate valve is located in the suction piping according to approved plans, 4.14.5.
18.______ Piping, elbows, and tees matche the approved plans, 4.14.6.3.
19.______ If provided, eccentric taper reducer or increaser matches the approved plans 4.14.6.4.
20.______ For open source water has double intake suction screen in the suction intake, 4.14.8.
21.______ Screen has at least a 62.5 percent open area, 4.14.8.11.
22.______Vortex plate is provided on suction pipe in a stored water supply, 4.14.10.
Discharge Pipe and Fittings
23.______ The size of the pump discharge pipe and fittings matches the approved plans, 4.15.5.
24.______ A listed check valve or backflow prevention device location matches the approved plans, 4.15.6.
25.______ Indicating gate or butterfly valve is on system side of the check valve, 4.15.7.
Misc. Pump
26.______ When required, a pressure relief valve for centrifugal pump is provided in accordance with section 4.18.1.
27.______ The test header matches the approved plans. The test header is located on the exterior wall, 4.20.1.4.
28.______ The pressure maintenance (jockey or make-up) pump location and piping matches the approved plans, 4.25.
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29.______ When provided, seismic design areas, the fire pump, driver and associated equipment and piping provided
earthquake protection matches the approved plans.
30.______ Packaged fire pump, house, and skid/unit matches the approved plans.
31.______ Pressure sensing lines are located between the pump discharge check valve and discharge control valve, 4.30.
Vertical Shaft Turbine-Type Pumps
32.______ The well is equipped with a water level detector, 7.3.5.3.
33.______ The pump foundation, support, anchoring, etc. matches the approved plans, 7.4.3.
Controller
Electric Drive
34.______ Disconnect placard is adjacent the fire pump controller, 9.2.3.2.
35.______ The controller installation matches approved plans.
36.______ The fire pump controller is listed, 1.2.1.
37.______ The controller is mounted on a noncombustible support foundation, 10.3.2.
38.______ Enclosures for the controller and accessories are in compliance with section 10.3.3.
39.______ When the pump operates the alarm signal transmits to FACU and/or high-rise control room.
40.______ When required, the dedicated fire pump transfer switch location is provided, 10.8.3.
41.______ When required, one dedicated transfer switch is assigned to a fire pump, 10.8.2.3.
Diesel Drive
42.______ The engine is equipped with an instrument panel containing: tachometer, oil pressure gauge, and temperature
gauge, 11.2.5.1 -.4.
43.______ Each engine has two batteries that are rack supported and at least 30 cm (12 in.) above the floor, 11.2.7.2.4.1, .2.
44.______ Adequate ventilation is provided for the pump room and the engine, 11.3.2.
45.______ The fuel supply tank and piping matches approved plans.11.4.1.2.
46.______ Unattended pump room has alarm and signal devices in a constantly attended location, 12.4.2.
47.______ Engine exhaust vents to the exterior, 11.5.
48.______ Engine exhaust piping matches approved plans.11.5.3.
Hydrostatic Test
49.______ Suction and discharge piping is tested for 2 hours at 13.8 bar (200 psi) pressure, or at 3.4 bar (50 psi) in excess
of the maximum pressure to be maintained in the system, whichever is greater.
Pump Test
50.______ Manufacture certified pump curve is provided before the test.
51.______ Pump is tested at churn, 100% and 150 % of pumprating. Results are compared to certified pump curve.
52.______ Calibrated test equipment (with dated calibration label) is provided.
53.______ Tests are performed on primary and secondary power source. Pump must run a minimum 5 minutes on each
power source.
54.______ Total duration of a pump running for all tests must be at least 1 hour.
Controller Test
55.______ Controllers are tested six times manual and six times automatic; half of each of the tests are performed on the
secondary power source.
Driver Test
56.______ Engine drivers must divide tests between both sets of batteries.
57.______ Electric Drivers must transfer power from primary to secondary and back at peak load without tripping
overcurrent device.
58.______ Transfer of power shall occur in the pump room, 9.6.4.
Additional Comments

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Stationary Fire Pump - Field Acceptance Form
Business Name:
Business Address:
Testing/Inspection Co:
Tested/Inspected By: Date:
Fire Department Rep:
Type of Test: ( ) Quarterly ( ) Annually ( ) Acceptance
Manufacturer Model S/N

Pump
G Rated GPM Rated PSI/Head Rated RPM
E
N Driver Manufacturer Model S/N
E
R Rated Rated Actual Driver
A HP RPM RPM Type
L Motor If Electric: Rated voltage Rated Voltage
I If Diesel: Fuel Supply for 8 hrs. (1gal/HP) Gallons

N
F Controller Manufacturer Model S/N
O
Fire Pump: Jockey Pump: City Static:
Start_________PSI Start_________PSI Pressure_________PSI
Stop_________PSI Stop_________PSI
Streams GPM Suction Discharge Net Amp/Leg Run
W F Capacity No. Size Pitot PSI PSI PSI 1 2 3 RPM Time
A L PSI
T O No Flow
E W 100%
R 150%
GPM Suction Discharge Net Amp/Leg Run

F M Capacity PSI PSI PSI 1 2 3 Time
L E
O T No Flow
W E 100%
R 150%
Use if Emergency Manufacturer Model

Generator is Required S/N Voltage Amps Hz
To Operate the Pump Streams GPM Suction Discharge Net Amp/Leg Run
Capacity No. Size Pitot PSI PSI PSI 1 2 3 Time
PSI
No Flow
100%
150%
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Fire Pump
Testing Guideline
General:
This guideline was developed to assist both service contractors and fire personnel with the procedures
and methods of witnessing, performing, and documenting the testing of fire pumps.
Fire pumps are required to be tested upon installation and annually. The performance evaluation test is in
accordance with the requirements of NFPA 20 and NFPA 25.
Definitions:
Field performance test: a fire pump test made after a new installation and where major pump repairs have
been performed. Tests should be witnessed by Civil Defense personnel. Installing contractors or
manufacturer representatives of the system should conduct the test.
Test Criteria:
NFPA Standard 20 has three specific flow check points that must be performed before a fire pump system can be
approved. These are:
• At churn, shut-off, or zero flow, the net pressure should not exceed 140 percent of the rated pressure of
the horizontal split-case pumps. The net pressure should not exceed 140 percent of the rated pressure of
end-suction and vertical shaft turbine-type fire pumps.
• At 100 percent of the rated pump capacity, the net pump pressure should be 100 percent of the rated
pressure.
• At 150 percent of the rated pump capacity, the net pump pressure should be at least 65 percent of the
rated pump pressure.
Test Equipment:
• All test instruments shall have been calibrated within the last twelve months.
• Enough 3-inch diameter fire hose to reach from the pump test header to either the playpipe nozzles or
portable monitor.
• One underwriter-style playpipe for each 250 GPM of pump capacity.
• One pitot tube with a calibrated 150 psi pressure gauge.
• Two calibrated pressure gauges incremented for a 200-300 psi range.
• One hand-held tachometer or revolution counter.
• One “Amprobe-style” volt-ampmeter.
• Barrier guard fireline tape.
• Two portable radios.
Fire Pump Performance Test:

1. Inspect the room or building housing the fire pump to ensure compliance with the pertinent codes and
plan design.
2. Inspect the fire pump, driver, piping, jockey pump, and the controller to ensure compliance with the
pertinent codes and plan design.
3. Survey the site of the pump test to determine how the pump discharge will drain or be disposed of. The
discharge from the smallest fire pump can approach 750 gpm and contain rocks and debris. If necessary,
secure the discharge area from vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
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4. If the pump is monitored, notify the monitoring company that a fire pump test is being conducted and
that an alarm condition will be transmitted. During the pump test, verify that an alarm condition is being
received.
5. Isolate the fire pump from the fire protection system by closing the discharge OS&Y valve, and opening
either the indicating control valve to either the pump test header or pump flow loop, depending on the
type of installation.
6. If a test header is used, connect the playpipes with nozzles and hose lines to the pump test header. The
playpipes should be secured to a test bracket near the test header. If a permanent playpipe bracket is not
provided, a portable playpipe bracket can be used.
7. Replace the pump's suction and discharge gauges with calibrated test gauges. Teflon tape should be
wrapped around the gauge threads to ensure an adequate seal.
8. Inspect the suction line to ensure that the control valves are in their proper positions and that the pump is
primed with water. If the pump needs priming, follow the manufacturer’s directions for priming the
pump.
9. If the pump utilizes an electric driver, a volt-ampmeter will be used to measure each phase of the driver.
The leads are located in the pump controller.
10. Depending on the type of equipment used, access to the driver end plate may be required to measure the
motor’s RPM. This is especially important on diesel drive fire pumps because the original equipment
tachometers are not calibrated.
11. Allow approximately 30 seconds between each successive manual start. During this portion of the test,
verify that an alarm condition is being transmitted.
12. To begin the automatic start portion of the test, open the fire protection system control valve slowly
allowing a drop in the system pressure. The pump should start automatically.
13. Upon completion of the automatic start portion of the test, slowly open the two-inch main drive valve of
the automatic sprinkler system to cause a water-flow condition. This test should activate the pump.
14. During the time period that Steps 11, 12, and 13 are being performed, check the pump for excessive
noise, vibration, and leaks. Other areas to check include:
• Operation of the circulating relief valve
• Pump packing is emitting one drop of water per second
15. While operating, record the pressure registered on both the discharge and intake gauges, the RPMs, and,
if applicable, the amperage measurements. Record the date in the NO FLOW section of the test form.
16. Fire Pump Standpipe Test: The roof personnel will remove the Fire Department Connection (FDC) caps
and notify the test coordinator to start the fire pump and allow water to flow in the standpipe. This is to
allow for flushing of the system. Personnel should be located behind the FDC to avoid being struck by
debris. Continue flushing until the water is clear. Upon completion, notify the Control Officer to
shutdown the pump.
17. Connect the hoselines, playpipes, and gate valves to the Fire Department Connection. When discharging
water, attempt to direct the water discharge toward the roof drains, or toward an open perimeter area. If
discharge is above the building, secure the discharge area from vehicles and pedestrians.
18. If applicable, open the indicating control valve to the floor test loop. This is located between the suction
and discharge piping below the pump bypass. Activate the flow meter; do not attempt to calibrate or
adjust the device.
19. Open the fire protection system indicating control valve to charge the system.
Fully open a 2-1/2 inch gate valve slowly and pitot the flow. Notify the Control Officer of the pitot
measurement. During this period, the drive RPM, discharge pressure, suction pressure, flow meter
measurement, and amperage (if applicable) should be recorded.
Open each successive hoseline as instructed by the Control Officer and measure the flow using the pitot
tube. After opening each hoseline, measure the flow from each hoseline previously opened. EXAMPLE:
If opening hoseline #3; pitot hoselines #1 and #2 after measuring the flow from hoseline #3. Record the
pitot measurements and interpret the flow information.
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20. Review the discharge information of hoseline #1 in comparison to the flow meter reading. Evaluate the
two measurements and, if necessary, have the test site representative calibrate the flow meter.
21. Determine the net pump pressure from the flow measurements taken in Step 19.
22. Adjust the gate valve on each FDC outlet so that the total flow equals 100% of the pumps' rated capacity.
Adjust the individual gate valves so that the pitot measurements equals the data calculated by the Control
Officer.
Once the specified pitot pressure is achieved, notify the Control Officer. Measure the driver RPM,
discharge and suction pressures, flow meter reading, and amperage, if applicable.
23. Once the necessary measurements are recorded and the field calculated results satisfy the Control
Officer, shut down the roof hoselines and remove all of the equipment.
24. Remove the calibrated test gauges and the volt-ampmeter after closing the indicating control valve to the
flow test loop. Ensure that the fire protection system control valve is open and supervised, both
electronically or by padlock and chain. Place the fire pump controller in the automatic mode and re-
inspect the entire installation to verify that the system is operative and will function in case of fire.
25. Notify the property representative that the test is complete and that the test results will be forwarded.
Notify the alarm monitoring agency and Fire Dispatch that the test is complete.
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Foam-Water Sprinkler System Handover Inspection
UAE Fire Code, 2007 NFPA 16, NFPA 15, and 2010 NFPA 72
Date of Review: ___________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

Designer Name: ___________________________________ Designer’s Phone: ________________________________
System Manufacturer: _________________ Use of Room: ________________ Hazard: __________________________

1.______ Approved drawing on site.
2.______ Verify that the equipment is listed for intended use.
3.______ Piping, nozzles, and component locations are the same as on the approved plan.
4.______ Runoff containment design matches approved plans.
Nozzles
5.______ Sprinkler size and type matches approved plans.
6.______ Sprinkler locations and orientation match approved plans.
7.______ Sprinkler subject to mechanical damage have guards.
Piping
8.______ Piping and nozzles are restrained so no unacceptable movement occurs, check prior to the pressure test.
Hangers and Bracing
9.______ Hangers locations match approved plans NFPA 13.
Foam
10.______ Foam is the concentrate specified on the plans, 16:5.3.1.
11.______ The type of foam system matches the approved plans, 16:3.3.5 and 4.2.
12.______ A reserve quantity of foam is provided in accordance to the quantity approved on the plans, 16:4.4.
Foam Concentrate Pump
13.______ Pump capacity matches the approved plan, 16:5.5.1.1.
14.______ Location of controller panel matches approved plan, 16:5.6.
Foam Concentrate Injection
15.______ Automatic and manual injection capability matches the approved plan, 16:7.3.8.2.
16.______ Detection devices matches approved plans, 16:7.3.8.5.
17.______ Automatic and manual system activation device matches approved plans, 16:7.3.8.6.
Foam Storage Tanks
18.______ Tanks location, capacity, mounting details, and construction materials match approved plans, 16:5.7.
Atmosphere Storage Tanks
19.______ Tank inspection port for interior, connections for pump suction, relief, test lines, sight gauges or liquid level
devices, and filling/ drain connections match the approved plans, 16:5.7.3.4.
Pressure-Type Storage Tank
20.______ Tank inspection port for interior, sight gauges or liquid level devices, and filling/ drain connections match
approved plans, 16:5.7.4.1.
21.______ Tank is labeled as a pressure vessel, 16:5.7.4.2.
General
22.______ Strainer installations match approved plans: 16:5.11
23.______ Location of a system test connection matches approved plans, 16:5.14.
Water Supply
24.______ Water supply provide discharge rate and pressure for 60 minutes, 16:6.2.3.
25.______ If provided, the fire department connection (FDC) location matches the approved plan, 16:6.2.5.
26.______ System FDC has sign that it is dedicated just for the system, 16:6.2.5.3.
Drains
27.______ Drain locations match approved plans and discharge to a safe location, 16:7.3.6.
Strainers
28.______ System with strainers (noted on the plans) match approved plans.
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Fire Department Connections (FDC)
29.______ If provided, the FDC location matches approved plans. Not required if system is in a remote location or if
system exceeds pumper capacity, or if the system is ultra high-speed.
30.______ System FDC has sign that it is dedicated just for the system.
Detection Systems
31.______ Detection devices and system equipment are listed and locations match approved plans.
32. _____ Electrical Detection: Under primary and secondary power operational tests are performed including:
____ A. Power light on and in normal condition
____ B. Supervisory signals: water flow, pressure switches, and valves
____ C. Silence switches
____ D. Trouble signals and panel light operate for each circuit tested when disconnecting wires from devices
____ E. Trouble and alarm reset switches operate
____ F. A 2nd initiating zone overrides silence switch
____ G. Gudibles and visuals operate
____ H. Panel lamp test switch operates, if available
____ I. Field zone signals correspond with panel zones
____ J. Detection devices operate properly
33.______ Exterior detection device is protected from the weather.
34.______ Devices subject to damage is protected.
35.______ Indoor pilot sprinkler spacing matches approved plans (does not exceed 3.7 m (12 ft.)), NFPA 15:6.5.2.4.2.
36.______ Indoor pilot sprinkler spacing matches approved plans (3 m (10 ft.) or less allows greater than 56 cm (22 in.)
distance below the ceiling), NFPA 15:6.5.2.4.5.
37.______ Outdoor pilot sprinkler vertical spacing match approved plans (for a single level and then between additional
levels is not more than 5.2 m (17 ft.)), NFPA 15:6.5.2.4.7.
38. _____ Outdoor pilot sprinkler horizontal spacing matches approved plans (not greater than 2.5 m (8 ft.)), NFPA
15:6.5.2.4.8.
39.______ Multilevel pilot sprinkler spacing matches approved plans (outdoor pilot sprinkler horizontal spacing can be up
to 3 m (10 ft.) when the elevation of the first level of pilot sprinklers is not more than 4.6 m (15 ft.) and spacing
between other levels is not more than 3.7 m (12 ft.)), NFPA 15:6.5.2.4.9.
Water Supply
40.______ Water tank or water supply and fire pump installation match approved plans.
Tests
41. _______ Hydrostatic test all piping and foam concentrate lines at 13.8 bar (200 psi) for 2 hours, 16:8.2.
42. _______ Foam system is flow tested to verify the following:
Chapter 8 provides more testing detail (foam tests can be conducted through the system test connections)
_______ A. Proportioning equipment operates correctly.
_______ B. After discharge has stabilized, foam sample is taken and tested for concentration level (conductivity test)
_______ C. Flow test equal to 4 most remote sprinklers. Verify concentration is greater that manufacturer’s listed
percentage rate. (Minus 0% to plus 30 % for balanced pressure system.
_______ D. During tests, pressure at proportioning device is at design operating pressure.
_______ E. Rate of foam solution discharge is calculated using inlet or end-of-system pressure.
_______ F. Flow alarm operates during flow test.

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Kitchen Hood Suppression System Handover Inspection
2009 NFPA 17A, and 2007 NFPA 13
Date of Inspection: Permit Number:

Business/Building Name: Address of Project:
Contractor: Contractor’s Phone:

1. ______ Approved drawing is on site.
2. ______ Received system certification from installer.
3. ______ Manual pull station easily accessible in path of egress.
4. ______ Manual pull station is 1 m to 1.2 m (42 in. to 48 in.) above floor level.
5. ______ Manual pull system activates system.
6. ______ Building fire alarm, if system is available, sounds upon system activation.
7. ______ Fuel or power shutdown device operates on system activation and all equipment under the hood shall shutdown
when the system activates.
8. ______ Fuel or power shutdown device must be manually reset.
9. ______ Operation of fusible test link activates system, perform a nitrogen blow off test.
10. ______ Pipe size and configuration complies with the approved plans.
11. ______ Piping and nozzles are secured.
12. ______ Nozzle types match appliance hazard and type of use as shown on approved plans.
13. ______ Nozzle placement complies with the approved plans.
14. ______ Nozzle blow-off caps, when provided, are in place.
15. ______ Plenum and duct areas are protected in accordance with the approved plans.
16. ______ Chemical container is easily accessible, not mounted above the ceiling or sitting on the floor, 17A:5.4.
17. ______ Pressure gauges are in the operable range.
18. ______ Maintenance tag is in place.
NFPA 13:7.9 Sprinkler Protection
19. ______ Duct, hood, and appliances configuration(s) are same as approved plans.
20. ______ Sprinkler protection provided for cooking equipment, plenum area, and the ducts are the same as the approved
plans.
21. ______ One sprinkler is at top of each vertical duct and at midpoint of each offset.
22. ______ One sprinkler is at entrance of the horizontal duct and at 3 m (10 ft.) centers starting 1.5 m (5 ft.) from duct
entrance.
23. ______ One sprinkler is provided 25 mm to 30 cm (1 in. to 12 in.) above the duct collar.
24. ______ One sprinkler is centered for each 3 m (10 ft.) length of plenum chamber.
25. ______ The sprinklers listed for protecting the deep fat fryers are provided per the approved plans.
26. ______ The operation of a sprinkler will automatically shutoff all sources of fuel and heat to all equipment under the
hood, manual reset is required.
27. ______ A listed indicating control valve for the water supply is provided.
28. ______ A listed strainer for the water supply for nozzle orifices smaller than K-2.8 is provided.
29. ______ A system test connection is provided at the end of the system.
30. ______ Adequate water pressure is available to operate the system.
31. ______ Sprinklers in ducts are accessible for maintenance.
All Systems
32. ______ 41 cm (16 in.) separation between deep fat fryer and open flame cooking appliance or a 20 cm (8 in.) high
baffle plate is provided between the appliances extending from the front to the back of the appliance, reference
is in NFPA 96.
33. ______ Listed grease filters are in place and are stamped "Listed Grease Filter" on the side.
34. ______ All penetrations of the hood are properly sealed.
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Extinguisher
35. ______ Class K extinguisher: Is within 9.1 m (30 ft.) of appliance and if animal or vegetable fat or oils are used. One
5.7 L (1.5 gal.) extinguisher.
Additional Comments

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Private Water and Hydrant System Handover Inspection
2007 NFPA 24
Date of Inspection:__________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

Contractor: ________________________________________ Contractor’s Phone: _______________________________

1. _____ Received Private Fire Service Main Installation Certification from installer.
2. _____ Approved drawing is on the site.
3. _____ Pipe size and configuration and hydrant locations comply with the approved set of plans.
4. _____ Depth of the pipe is in compliance with the approved set of plans.
5. _____ Pipe is fully ground supported its entire length, it is especially important for plastic pipe.
6. _____ Backfill is tamped in layers at least 15 cm (6 in.) under and around the pipe and for trenches cut in rock the
backfill is tamped for at least 61 cm (2 ft.) above the pipe.
7. _____ All bolted joint components are coated with asphalt or other corrosion-retarding product, if required by Civil
Defense or the local water purveyor.
8. _____ Size, type, and location of the valves are in compliance with the approved set of plans.
9. _____ All control valves are an indicating type.
10. _____ Size and location of the hydrants are in compliance with the approved set of plans.
11. _____ Hydrants have small stone fill around the base to allow for proper drainage.
12. _____ Hydrant outlets are not less than 46 cm (18 in.) above final grade and properly oriented for hose connection,
7.3.3.
13. _____ Hydrant is protected from mechanical damage and is provided 1 m (3 ft.), of clear space, 7.3.5.
14. _____ All tees, plugs, caps, bends, and hydrant branches are restrained against movement, pipe clamps and tie rods,
thrust blocks, locked mechanical or push on joints or other approved methods are used, 10.8.3.
15. _____ When used, thrust blocks are provided at each change of direction including tees, plugs, caps, and bends, unless
another restraining method is used such as rod and clamps, 10.8.1.
16. _____ Thrust blocks are concrete and sized according to the plans, and poured against compacted soil, 10.8.2, A.10.8.2.
17. _____ Other retraining methods match the approved plans.
18. _____ All steel bolted joint assemblies shall be thoroughly coated for corrosion protection if required by the local water
purveyor, 10.8.3.5.
19. _____ Pipe flushing requirements shall be 3,331 L/min for 152 mm., 5,905 L/min for 203 mm, 9,236 L/min for 254
mm, 13,325 L/min for 305 mm, (880 gpm for 6 in., 1,560 gpm for 8 in., 2,440 gpm for 10 in., 3,520 gpm for 12
in.,10.10.2.1).
20. ____ The hydrostatic test is witnessed and performed at 13.8 bar or 3.4 bar (200 psi or 50 psi) greater than the system
working pressure for 2 hours with no pressure drop, leakage is limited to 1.9 L (2 qts) per hour per 100 joints,
10.10.2 .2.
21. _____ The hydrant flow test was witnessed, graphed, and documented. The results document the static pressure,
residual pressure, and available L at 1.25 bar (gpm at 18 psi) residual pressure.
22. ____ Each dry barrel hydrant and control valve is opened and closed to verify water flow and drainage, 14.1.
Additional Comments

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NFPA 13 Sprinkler System Handover Inspection
2010 NFPA 13


1. ______ Approved drawing and aboveground piping certification documents are on site.
2. ______ Underground supply testing and flushing is witnessed and underground piping certification is provided.
Flushing requirements shall be:
______ A. 3,331 L/min for 152 mm., (880 gpm for 6 in.)
______ B. 5,905 L/min for 203 mm, (1,560 gpm for 8 in.)
______ C. 9,236 L/min for 254 mm, (2,440 gpm for 10 in.)
______ D. 13,325 L/min for 305 mm, (3,520 gpm for 12 in.), 10.10.2.1)
Have water supply pitot and calculate the flushing flow and confirm the velocity is at least 3 m/sec (10 ft/sec.).
3. ______ Hydrostatic test: wet system, 13.8 bar (200 psi) for 2 hours and it should include the FDC piping.
4. ______ Hydrostatic test: dry and double interlock system: 13.8 bar (200 psi) for 2 hours and a 2.75 bar (40 psi) air leak
test for 24 hours with less than 0.1 bar (1.5 psi) loss, 24.2.2.
5. ______ Double back flow prevention device is installed and forward flow tested, 24.2.5.
6. ______ Systems subject to pressures greater than 10.3 bar (150 psi) shall be hydrostatically tested at 3.4 bar (50 psi)
above system working pressure, 24.2.1.2.
7. ______ Operational test of the dry-pipe valve is performed and the quick opening device for 1,893+ L (500+ gal.)
systems is tested, 2,839 L+ (750+ gal) systems must trip within the time provided in Table 7.2.3.6.1, 24.2.3.2.
8. ______ PRVs are tested at maximum and normal inlet pressures or as specified be the manufacturer, the supply
pressure is recorded on the certificate, a relief valve is on the discharge side and gauges on each side of the
valve, 24.2.4.
Riser Room
9. ______ The main drain is routed to the exterior with a turned down elbow or an inside drain capable of handling the
water flow. A flow test is performed. The main drain pipe is:
______ A. 19 mm (" in.) or greater for a riser up to 51 mm (2 in.),
______ B. 32 mm (1# in.) or greater for a riser 64 mm to 89 mm (2$ in. to 3$ in.),
______ C. 51 mm (2 in.), for a riser 102 mm (4 in.) or greater, 8.16.2.4.2, 24.2.3.4.
______ D. Floor control valve drains will comply with A.. B. or C. or be one pipe size larger if drain feeds into a
common drain riser.
10. ______ Water control valves and flow switches are monitored and tested for all occupancies with 20 or more
sprinklers, 903.4, 24.2.3.1.
11. ______ Paddle type water flow is not allowed for dry, preaction or deluge systems.
12. ______ 24 hour monitoring service agency received signals.
13. ______ Water flow alarm is tested and initiates an alarm within 5 minutes, located above the FDC, and it is properly
signed, 24.2.3.1.
14. ______ Water supply valves are indicating type and supervised by one of 4 means, 8.16.1.1.2.1.
15. ______ High-rise: each floor system shall have a separate water flow device with a test connection and be connected to
the fire alarm system, 8.16.1.1.2.2 and 8.17.1.6.
16. ______ Permanent system identification signs for each control valve and what portion of the building each valve serves
are provided, 6.7.4.
17. ______ Permanent label with hydraulic calculations is attached to the riser, 24.5.1.
18. ______ Riser is supported by hanger or attachment, for multistory at the lowest level, each alternate level, above and
below offsets, and at the top, 9.2.5.4.
19. ______ Gauges are above and below riser check valve, 7.1.1.2.
Fire Department Connections
20. ______ FDC capped and permanently signed with system type, PSI required, and area or building served, 8.17.2.4.7.
21. ______ FDC has check valve and drip valve, 8.17.2.5.
22. ______ FDC for wet single riser system connects to the system side, 8.17.2.4.1.
23. ______ FDC for wet multi-riser system connects after the main system shut off valve, 8.17.2.4.
24. ______ FDC for dry system connects between the indicating and dry-pipe valves, 8.17.2.4.2.
25. ______ FDC is a minimum 10 cm (4 in.) pipe unless hydraulically calculated but not less than the riser dimension; 18
in. to 122 cm (48 in.) above grade, and properly supported, 8.17.2, A.8.17.2.
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Sprinklers
26. ______ Extra sprinklers: there are no less than 6, some of each type: 6 per 300, 12 per 300 to 1000, and 24 per 1000+
and a wrench are provided, 6.2.9.
27. ______ Sprinkler head and wrench location are the same as the plans.
28. ______ Sprinklers shall be a minimum of 10 cm (4 in.) from the wall and be properly spaced, 8.6.3.3.
29. ______ Sprinkler heads have a guard if subject to damage.
30. ______ Sprinkler heads are not painted or covered.
31. ______ ESFR deflectors are placed in accordance with 8.12.4.
32. ______ EFSR sprinklers are at least 30.4 cm (12 in.) horizontally from the bottom edge of bar joist or open truss and at
least 91.4 cm (36 in.) above the top of the storage level, 8.12.6.
33. ______ Proper type and temperature sprinklers are used and match plans.
34. ______ Escutcheon plates are installed.
Pipe: Hangers, Seismic, and Penetrations
35. ______ Piping layout and size are the same as the plans.
36. ______ Flexible sprinkler hose fitting bends are within manufacturer specifications, 9.2.1.3.3.
37. ______ Flexible couplings may be used for pipe:
______ A. 64 mm (2$ in.) or larger at structural separations,
______ B. Within 61 cm (24 in.) of expansion joints,
______ C. Within 61 cm (24 in.) of the top and bottom of all risers,
______ D. Within 30.4 cm (12 in.) above and below a floor penetration in multistory buildings, and
______ E. On both sides of and within 30.4 cm (12 in.) of concrete or masonry wall penetrations unless pipe
clearance is provided, 9.3.2.
38. ______ Minimum clearance around pipes: holes are:
______ A. 50 mm (2 in.) larger than pipe 25 mm to 89 mm (1 in. to 3$ in.),
______ B. 101 mm (4 in.) for pipe 101 mm (4 in.) and larger.
______ Clearance is not required through sheetrock which is not required to be fire rated nor when flexible couplings
are used on each side and within 30.4 cm (12 in.) of penetration. A listed fire stop system shall be used for
penetration holes, the system listing sheet is available, 9.3.4.
39. ______ Branch lines have one hanger per section of pipe, see exceptions, 9.2.3.2.
40. ______ Mains and crossmains have one hanger between each branch line and at the end of the main, 9.2.4.
41. ______ The maximum distance between the end sprinkler and hanger is:
______ A. 91 cm (36 in.) for 25 mm (1 in.) pipe,
______ B. 122 cm (48 in.) for 32 mm (1# in.), and
______ C. 152 cm (60 in.) for 38 mm (1$ in.) pipe and greater, 9.2.3.4.1.
42. ______ Risers in multi-story buildings have supports at the lowest level, at each alternate level, below offsets, and at
the top, 9.2.5.4.
43. _____ Hangers are not within 76 mm (3 in.) of upright sprinklers, 9.2.3.3.
Seismic Restraint
44. ______ A 6 ell seismic separation assembly or listed flexible pipe assembly is provided at building seismic joints,
9.3.3.
45. ______ Lateral sway bracing are spaced in accordance with the plans and calculations for all mains, cross mains, and
branch lines 64 mm (2$ in.) and larger. Bracing is provided for the last length of pipe but within 183 cm (6 ft.)
of the end of a feed or cross main. Bracing is required unless all the pipe is supported by rods less than 152 mm
(6 in.) or by 300 wrap-around u-hooks for any size pipe, 9.3.5.3.
46. ______ Longitudinal sway bracing is a maximum of 24 m (80 ft.) for mains and crossmains, check spacing on the
plans, 9.3.5.4.
47. ______ A 4-way sway brace is provided at least every 7.6 m (25 ft.) and at the top of each riser, 9.3.5.5.
48. ______ Longitudinal and lateral bracing is provided for each run of pipe between the change of pipe direction unless
the pipe run is less than 3.6 m (12 ft.), 9.3.5.11.3.
49. ______ Sprigs greater than 1.2 m (4 ft.) are restrained from lateral movement, 9.3.6.6.
50. ______ Splayed seismic bracing wire, wrap-around u-hooks, or lateral sway bracing shall not exceed 9.1 m (30 ft.)
spacing and are used to restrict sprinkler movement that could impact the building, equipment or finishing
materials, 9.3.6.
51. ______ Restraining straps are on all C-clamps and the strap is bolted through if there is not a lip on the beam, 9.3.7.1.
Dry and Preaction Systems
52. ______ Dry system compressor with a minimum 13 mm ($ in.) fill line, pressure gauges, and relief valve that function
automatically and fill the system within 30 minutes, 7.2.6.2.2.
53. ______ Preaction and deluge systems are tripped by activation of the detection system.
54. ______ Riser room is heated, 7.2.5.2.
55. ______ Air pressure is set at least 1.4 bar (20 psi) above the trip pressure, 16.2.2.
56. ______ Dry and preaction systems are supervised and water reaches furthest point within the time period provided on
the plans or water delivery calculations in accordance with Table 7.2.3.6.1.
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57. ______ Preaction systems exceeding 20 sprinklers automatically supervise (constant monitoring) pipe pressure
(maintain at least 0.5 bar (7 psi)) and detection devices, 7.3.2.4.
Additional Comments

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Stair Enclosure and Pressurization System
2010 NFPA 5000, NFPA 92A, and UAE Fire Code
Date of Inspection: _____________________________ Permit Number: _____________________________

Business/Building Name: ________________________ Address of Project: ___________________________
Contractor: ___________________________________ Contractor’s Phone: __________________________

General
1. ____ When required, received inspection report from House of Expertise.
2. ____ Approved drawing is on the site.
3. ____ Each landing level of stairway of is signed according to NFPA 5000:11.2.2.6.
4. ____ Doors swing in direction of egress travel, NFPA 5000:11.2.1.4.2.

5. ____ Using a force meter confirm that the door opening pressure does not exceed 67 N (15 lbf) to release
latch, 133 N (30 lbf) to set in motion, and 67 N (15 lbf) to fully open, NFPA 5000:11.2.1.4.5.
6. ____ Door latch release device is obvious and door release only requires one motion, NFPA
5000:11.2.1.5.10.2.
7. ____ Doors are equipped with latching device, NFPA 5000:2.1.5.4.
8. ____ Enclosures serving more then 4 stories and doors are locked: NFPA 5000:11.2.1.5.8.1
____ A. Provides re-entry at least every 5 floors.
____ B. Provides re-entry at top or floor next to top and access to 2nd exit.
____ C. Each re-entry point is signed as a re-entry point and each non-re-entry floor is signed as such.
9. ____ If stair door is equipped with panic bar type hardware, it is labeled as Fire Exit Hardware, NFPA
5000:2.1.7.2.
10. ____ Doors are self-closing or equipped with and automatic closure, NFPA 5000:11.2.1.8.1 and 11.2.3.11.
11. ____ Doors are listed and labeled to be at least 90 minutes.
12. ____ Stairs have landings at door openings, NFPA 5000:11.2.2.3.2.1.
____ A. Landing length is not less than the stair width, NFPA 5000:11.2.2.3.2.3.
13. ____ Handrails are provided on both sides of the stair.
____ A. Handrail details the height above the tread to be within 865 mm to 965 mm (34 in. to 38 in.).
UAE FC Chp 3:5.2.14 Height can be up to 1065 mm (3.5 ft.) if handrail forms part of the guard.
UAE FC Chp 3:5.2.14.2
____ B. Guardrail is provided on inside of stairs and the minimum height is 1065 mm (3.5 ft.) high. Chp
3:5.2.15.
14. ____ Stairs:
____ A. Rise and run are uniform, NFPA 5000:11.2.2.3.6.
____ B. Maximum riser height is 18 cm, minimum is 10 cm.
____ C. Minimum: tread depth is 28 cm.
____ D. Headroom above leading edge of stair is not less than 2,030 mm (6 ft. 8 in.), NFPA
5000:11.1.5.4.
____ E. Stair width matches dimensions on the plan detail.
15. ____ The leading edge of each stair is permanently marked, NFPA 5000:11.2.2.6.3.
16. ____ No usable enclosed spaces are permitted as part of a stair enclosure, NFPA 5000:11.2.2.5.3.
17. ____ The enclosure discharges directly to a public way or to a yard or outside area that leads to a public
way, NFPA 5000:11.2.3.5.
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18. ____ Drain pipes, electrical not serving the stair enclosure, ductwork not part of stair pressurization, and
steam and water pipe not serving the enclosure are not permitted in the enclosure, NFPA
5000:11.1.3.2.1.7.
19. ____ Smokeproof enclosure extends from the lowest level to the roof with 2-hour fire barriers.
20. ____ Vestibules that are part of a stair enclosure has a 90 min. fire-rated door that is self-closing or auto-
closing and latching. The door between the vestibule and stair is 20 minute fire-rated. NFPA
5000:11.2.3.4.
21. ____ Normal lighting is not controlled by a manual switch that occupants are to operate.
22. ____ Emergency lighting is provided and tested on secondary power supply.
Smoke Proof Enclosure, Natural Ventilation, NFPA 5000:11.2.3.7
23. ____ Door assembly to exterior balcony is 90 minute.
24. ___ Vestibules have a net area of 1.5 m2 (16 ft2) of opening in the exterior wall.
25. ____ Vestibules smallest dimension is not less than the corridor width leading to it.
Smoke Proof Enclosure, Mechanical Ventilation, NFPA 5000:11.2.3.8
26. ___ Vestibules are at least 1,120 mm (44 in.) wide and 1,830 mm (6 ft.) in length.
27. ____ Vestibules provide at least 1 air change/min., exhaust is 150% of supply (creating a negative
pressure). Supply is within 150 mm (6 i.) of the floor level and the exhaust is within 150 mm (6 in.) of
the ceiling.
28. ____ The stair enclosure has a damper relief opening at the top and is provided at least 70.8 m3/min (2,500
ft3/min.) while maintaining at least 25 Pa (0.10 in. water column) with all doors closed.
Smoke Proof Enclosure, Pressuriztion, NFPA 5000:11.2.3.9
29. ____ Pressure difference between the enclosure and corridor or occupied area is at least 12 Pa (0.50 in.
water column) in a sprinklered building.
30. ____ Pressurization ductwork is within a 1-hour fire-resistive enclosure in a sprinklered building.
____ A. Any openings into the duct enclosure can for maintenance and are self-closing fire –rated
devices.
Testing (Conducted by the contractor and witnessed by Civil Defense)
31. ____ Pressurization system is activated by:
____ A. Smoke detector located within 3.1 m (10 ft.) of the stair entry door.
____ B. Manual means at the Command and Control Center.
____ C. Sprinkler water flow device.
____ D. Fire alarm activation.
32. ____ All automatic door closures activate when any door is activated by a smoke detector.
33. ____ Pressurization system operates correctly under primary and secondary power supplies.
34. ____ Mechanical and pressurization system pressure requirements are measured with manometer or
magnahelic gauge and results recorded on a test document. Test for all stairs are conducted on primary
and secondary power supplies.
35. ____ Pressurization system will have the number of doors open as specified for the design calculations.
36. ____ Pressure equalization will be confirmed when doors are opened and closed, results are to be recorded.
This is to confirm that stairs will repressurize and recover from overpressurization and that the relief
damper is operating.
37. ____ The forces to unlatch and open all doors are measured with a force meter and recorded on a test
document.
38. ____ All doors will be operated to confirm positive latching capability when self-closing.
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Standpipe System Handover Inspection
UAE Fire Code and 2010 NFPA 14

Business/Bldg Name: _______________________________ Address of Project: ________________________________
Numbers following checklist comments represent a NFPA code section unless otherwise specified.

1. ______ Received standpipe certification from installer.
2. ______ Plans are on site.
3. ______ Location and size of standpipes, hose connections (landing valve), hose reel, and Fire Department Connections
(FDC) comply with the plans. Systems designed under UAE Fire Code requires 64 mm (2$ in.) hose
connections to be in stair enclosure. Check plans for location associated to horizontal exits, intermediate
location on large floors, stages, and rack storage hose.
4. ______ Outlet valves are functional and hose threads in good condition.
5. ______ Roof outlets comply with the plans.
6. ______ Hydraulic calculation information sign is mounted at the system control valve.
7. ______ Underground pipe from FDC (breeching inlet) to check valve is flushed before completing systems, 11.2.
8. ______ Standpipe test including yard and FDC piping: per NFPA 14:11.4 and 11.5.
_____ A. Hydrostatic test at 13.7 bar (200 psi) for 2 hours, psi is measured at the lowest point of system or zone
_____ B. Or, hydrostatic test not less than 6.9 bar (50 psi) in excess of maximum pressure; where the maximum
pressure is in excess of 10.3 bar (150 psi).
_____ C. Flow test: the hydraulically most remote standpipe will verify system design pumping through the
FDC, 11.5.
_____ D. A flow test at each roof outlet to verify the required pressure and flow is available, 11.5.1.
_____ E. Maximum flow from a 64 mm (2$ in.) hose connection is 568 L/min (250 gpm), for a 38 mm (1$ in.)
connection it is 100 gpm, 7.10.3.1. and 7.10.3.2.
9. ______ Pressure regulating valves (PRV) are flow tested to verify proper operation and bypass PRVs are in place with
every primary PRV, 11.5.4.
10. ______ Main drain valve, if provided, is opened until system pressure stabilizes, 11.5.5.
11. ______ No shutoff valve is in the FDC (breeching inlet).
12. ______ Check valve is near the FDC (breeching inlet) connection to the system.
13. ______ The pipe between the FDC (breeching inlet) and the check valve has an automatic drip.
14. ______ The FDC (breeching inlet) is 46 cm to 122 cm (18 in. to 48 in.) above finish grade and signed.
15. ______ A standpipe drain is provided at the lowest point and it drains to the exterior.
16. ______ Standpipes are located in noncombustible stair enclosures or equivalent construction. Check plans for
protection requirements for horizontal piping in nonsprinklered buildings.
17. ______ Hose connections are readily accessible, 0.9 m to 1.5 m (3 ft. to 5 ft.) above the floor, and caps are tight.
18. ______ Standpipes having listed pressure-regulating devices will be flow tested to verify the psi setting.
19. ______ All manual valves shall be fully opened, fully closed, and supervised or secured.
20. ______ Riser supports are provided at the lowest level, alternate levels, and at the top.
21. ______ Connection to the water supply has a listed indicating-type valve and a check valve located close to the supply.
22. ______ Lateral runs from standpipe to the hose valve over 46 cm (18 in.) are provided with hangers.
23. ______ Horizontal standpipe hangers do not exceed 4.6 m (15 ft.) spacing.
24. ______ Attached 38 mm (1$ in.) hose is free from mildew, cuts, abrasions, and couplings, gaskets, and nozzles are
undamaged and without obstructions.
25. _____ Multiple Class I and III standpipes are interconnected at the bottom.
26. _____ Automatic and semiautomatic-dry systems are tested by initiating a flow from the hydraulically most remote
hose connection and water is delivered in 3 minutes and each remote control device is tested per the
manufacturer’s instructions, 11.5.6.2.
27. ______ Lockable cabinets with glass have a glass-breaking device attached.
28. ______ Verify fire-rated wall has either a fire-rated cabinet or fire-rated construction behind cabinet.
29. ______ When applicable, seismic bracing is installed in accordance with approved plans and the standard.
30. ______ Signs are provided on main and supply valves indicating what they serve, signs indicating function is provided
for drain, control, and test connection valves, hose cabinets with valves are signed with 65 mm (2$ in.) red
letters on white background, rooms with control valves are signed, 6.3.8.
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Water Mist System Handover Inspection
2006 NFPA 750
Date of Inspection:__________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

Contractor: ________________________________________ Contractor’s Phone: _______________________________

1. ____If water supply is from a city or private system, the system is flushed in accordance with NFPA 750
12.2.1.
2. ____Received water mist system installation certification from installer.
3. ____Approved drawing on site.
4. ____System equipment match approved plans and verify it is listed.
5. ____Piping, nozzles, and component locations are the same as on the approved plan.
6. ____Detection zones are properly identified on the plan, “Water Mist Extinguishing System”.
7. ____Verify a dedicated branch circuit and labeling for detection system, NFPA 750 5.10.1.1(1).
8. ____Device location same as the approved plan.
9. ____Devices are properly wired, NFPA 750 12.2.4.2.5.
10. ____Type and gauge of wires or cables are the same as the approved plan.
11. ____If a monitoring service is provided, the agency received signals, trouble, alarm, and supervisory, NFPA
750 12.2.5.1.
12. ____Two monitoring circuits are provided and both are tested for sending signals to monitoring company,
NFPA 750 5.10.1.1(1).
13. ____Verify proper operation of auxiliary operations and/or ventilation shutdown, NFPS 750 12.2.5.4.
14. ____Battery stress test: system switched to battery operation 24 earlier then activate audible circuit for 5
minutes or 8 minutes if the battery was not switched 24 hours earlier.
15. ____Emergency and manual release devices are single action, tested to operate the system, and mounted at
proper height and location, NFPA 750 5.10.3.5 and 12.2.4.2.7.
16. ____Under primary and secondary power operational tests are performed including: NFPA 750 7.9.2
and 12.2.4.2.
____A. power light on and in normal condition
____B. supervisory signals: water flow, pressure switches, and valves
____C. silence switches
____D. trouble signals and panel light operate for each circuit tested when disconnecting wires from
devices
____E. trouble and alarm reset switches operate
____F. a 2nd initiating zone overrides silence switch
____G. audibles and visuals operate
____H. panel lamp test switch operates, if available
____I. field zone signals correspond with panel zones
____J. detection devices operate properly
17. ____The water mist system activates the building fire alarm.
18. ____As-builts are required when system installation is not the same as the plans.
19. ____Piping and nozzles are restrained so no unacceptable movement occurs, check prior to the pressure test.
20. ____Pipe and tube is continuously marked along its length.
21. ____Low pressure piping and attached appurtenances are hydrostatically tested for at least 2 hours at 13.8
bar (200 psi) and without the loss of any pressure, NFPA 750 12.2.2.2.
22. ____Intermediate and high pressure piping and attached appurtenances are hydrostatically tested for 2 hours
at 150 percent of working pressures and without the loss of any pressure, NFPA 750 12.2.2.2.2.
23. ____Dry and preaction systems are air pressure tested besides being hydraulically test. They are tested for
24 hours at least to 2.8 bar (40 psi) and without the loss of the pressure specified in NFPA 750 12.2.3.
24. ____Nozzle locations and orientation are in accordance with the approved plans, NFPA 750 12.2.4
25. ____Release circuit is tested at the storage container, NFPA 750 12.2.5.2.
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26. ____If provided, abort switch is tested, NFPA 750 12.2.4.2.8.
27. ____Received water mist system installation certification from installer
28. ____System design signage is permanently posted at the protected area’s control valve, NFPA 750 11.4.4.
29. ____FDC is provided in compliance with the approved plans, NFPA 750 10.5.5
30. ____If provided, system pressure pumps are performance tested and supervisory conditions are tested,
NFPA 750 10.5.2
Additional Comments

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Water Spray System Handover Inspection
UAE Fire Code, 2007 NFPA 15, and 2010 NFPA 72
Date of Review: ____________________________________Permit Number: __________________________________

Business/Building Name: _____________________________Address of Project: _______________________________
Designer Name: ____________________________________Designer’s Phone: ________________________________
Contractor: ________________________________________Contractor’s Phone: _______________________________
System Manufacturer: ________________ Use of Room: ________________ Hazard: __________________________

1. _____ Approved drawing on site.
2. _____ Verify that the equipment is listed for intended use.
3. _____ Piping, nozzles, and component locations are the same as on the approved plan.
4. _____ Runoff containment design matches approved plans.
Nozzles
5. _____ Nozzles size and type matches approved plans.
6. _____ Nozzle locations and orientation match approved plans.
7. _____ Nozzles subject to mechanical damage are guards, 5.2.4.
Piping
8. _____ Piping and nozzles are restrained so no unacceptable movement occurs, check prior to the pressure test.
Hangers and Bracing
9. _____ Hangers locations match approved plans NFPA 13, 5.6 and 6.3.2.6.
Valves
10. _____ Water supply control valve locations match approved plans, 5.7.1.
11. _____ All control valves are slow closing, 5.7.1.4.
12. _____ Manual actuation device locations match approved plans, 6.4.2.1.
13. _____ Main water supply control valve and the actuation valve are accessible, 6.3.1.1.
Gauges
14. _____ Gauge locations match approved plans (below system actuation valve, above and below alarm check valve, and on
air or water pilot lines), 6.4.4.1.
Drains
15. _____ Drain locations match approved plans and discharge to a safe location, 6.3.3.2.
Strainers
16. _____ System with strainers (noted on the plans) match approved plans, 5.9.1.
Fire Department Connections (FDC)
17. _____ If provided, the FDC location matches approved plans. Not required if system is in a remote location or if system
exceeds pumper capacity, or if the system is ultra high-speed.
18. _____ System FDC has sign that it is dedicated just for the system.
Alarms
19. _____ The type of flow alarm is provided and is listed for use, 5.11.1 and 6.4.1.
20. _____ The location of the flow alarm match approved plans (should be above the FDC or near the front entry).
21. _____ Local alarm sounds within 90 seconds after water flows, 6.4.1.2.
22. _____ Local alarm sounds by the detection system that activates the water spray system, 6.4.1.3.
23. _____ System has alarm test connection, 6.4.5.
Detection Systems
24. _____ Detection devices and system equipment are listed and locations match approved plans, 5.12.1.
25. _____ Detection systems are supervised in accordance with NFPA 72, compliance and design documents are provided,
5.12.2.
26._____ Electrical Detection: Under primary and secondary power operational tests are performed including:
____ A. power light on and in normal condition
____ B. supervisory signals: water flow, pressure switches, and valves
____ C. silence switches
____ D. trouble signals and panel light operate for each circuit tested when disconnecting wires from devices
____ E. trouble and alarm reset switches operate
____ F. a 2nd initiating zone overrides silence switch
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____ G. audibles and visuals operate
____ H. panel lamp test switch operates, if available
____ I. field zone signals correspond with panel zones
____ J. detection devices operate properly
27. _____ Exterior detection device is protected from the weather, 6.5.1.2.
28. _____ Devices subject to damage is protected, 6.5.1.3.
29. _____ Indoor pilot sprinkler spacing matches approved plans (does not exceed 3.7 m (12 ft.)), 6.5.2.4.3.
31. _____ Indoor pilot sprinkler spacing matches approved plans (3 m (10 ft.) or less allows greater than 56 cm (22 in.)
distance below the ceiling), 6.5.2.4.6.
33. _____ Outdoor pilot sprinkler vertical spacing match approved plans (for a single level and then between additional levels
is not more than 5.2 m (17 ft.)), 6.5.2.4.7.
34. _____ Outdoor pilot sprinkler horizontal spacing matches approved plans (not greater than 2.5 m (8 ft.)), 6.5.2.4.8.
35. _____ Multilevel pilot sprinkler spacing matches approved plans (outdoor pilot sprinkler horizontal spacing can be up to 3
m (10 ft.) when the elevation of the first level of pilot sprinklers is not more than 4.6 m (15 ft.) and spacing between
other levels is not more than 3.7 m (12 ft.)), 6.5.2.4.9.
36. _____ Flammable gas and radiant energy-sensing detector locations match approved plans, 6.5.2.7 and .8.
Electrically Classified Locations
37. _____ System equipment match approved plans, 6.1.2.1.
38. _____ Water spray equipment distance to live electrical devices match approved plans, 6.1.2.2.
Design Criteria
39. _____ The system is automatic and has a manual means to trip the system, which is detailed on the plans, 7.1.1.
40. _____ Nozzle spray patterns meet or over lap and spacing is not more than 3 M (10 ft.) unless the listing permits it, 7.1.8.
41. _____ Water supply and pressure is enough for the number of systems expected to discharge, 7.1.10.3.
Water Supply
42. _____ Water tank or water supply and fire pump match approved plans.
Tests
43._______ Hydrostatic test: wet system, 13.8 bar (200 psi) for 2 hours, 10.3.
44._______ Automatic and manual functional tests are performed to confirm operation and design, 10.4.1.
45._______ Heat exposure to detectors activate system within 40 seconds or per system design, activation times are recorded,
10.4.2.1.
46._______ Open nozzles are flow tested to verify: 10.4.3.1 and .2
_______ A. nozzles are not plugged
_______ B. nozzles are properly positioned
_______ C. nozzles discharge patterns wet all surfaces to be protected
_______ D. pressure reading taken at remote nozzle
_______ F. pressure reading is taken at actuation valve
_______ G. compare D and F reading to design criteria
47. _______ Each manual actuation device is tested

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Water-In-Bucket Test
Date of Test: _______________________________________Permit Number: __________________________________
Business/Building Name: _____________________________Address of Project: _______________________________
Contractor: ________________________________________Contractor’s Phone: _______________________________
Water-in-the-bucket test is performed to determine if adequate pressure is available to the remote sprinklers in a design area. All
of the water sources for sprinkler systems receive pressure from a fire pump. Since many projects experience design changes,
which may affect sprinkler hydraulics, there will be times that a functional flow test must be conducted.
A test is not intended to validate the design method selected but to confirm that the design density requirement for the hazard
classification is provided for the test sprinklers. Statistically, properly designed systems control a fire incident with two to three
sprinklers.
Test Criteria
1. A minimum two sprinklers must be tested.
2. The tested sprinklers will be adjacent and the most remote in the design area.
3. Test sprinklers will flow simultaneously for one minute.
4. Sprinkler flow will be discharged into a barrel.
5. Residual pressure will be recorded.
6. After one minute of sprinkler discharge, the ball valve will be closed and the quantity of water in each barrel will be
determined and recorded.
Test Equipment and Materials For Each Test Sprinkler

1. Use the same size pipe and fittings that serve the system sprinkler.
2. Pressure gauge, which will be located above ball valve.
3. Ball valve with the same ID as the pipe serving the test sprinkler.
4. Test sprinkler, remove deflector, is the same type and K factor as the system sprinkler.
5. Pre-marked barrel (40 to 50 gallons), marked in increments of every 2.5 gal. and 10 L.
Configuration of Equipment and Materials
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Test Log Sheet: Data must be either in Metric or English
Sprinkler 1 Sprinkler 2 Sprinkler 3 Sprinkler 4
Sprinkler Type (System)
Sprinkler Type (Test)
Sprinkler K Factor (System)
Sprinkler K Factor (Test)
Design Density
Coverage Area
Total Area Design Density per Minute
Calculated Water Flow Per Minute
Residual Pressure Reading
Actual Water Flow Per Minute
Signature of Contractor: _____________________________________________ Date: ____________
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Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing System Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________
Property Protected System Installer System Supplier

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Type of System: ____________________________________________________________________________

Location of Plans: ___________________________________________________________________________
Location of Owner!s Manual: __________________________________________________________________
1. Certification of System Installation: Complete this section after system is installed, but prior to conducting
operational acceptance tests. Check wiring for opens, ground faults, and improper branching.
This system installation was inspected and was found to comply with the installation requirements of:
NFPA 12
Abu Dhabi or UAE Fire Code
NFPA 72
Manufacturer's Instructions
Other (specify: FM, UL, etc.)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: Date: __________________________________________________________________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
2. Certification of System Operation: All operational features and functions of this system were tested and found to
be operating properly in accordance with the requirements of:
NFPA 12
Design Specifications
NFPA 72
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Clean Agent Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Type of System:
Location of Plans:
This system installation was inspected and was found to comply with the installation requirements of:
NFPA 2001
NFPA 72
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
2. Certification of System Operation: All operational features and functions of this system were tested and found
to be operating properly in accordance with the requirements of:
NFPA 2001
NFPA 72
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Emergency Power Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Type of System: _________________________________________________________________________

Location of Plans: _________________________________________________________________________
This system installation was inspected and found to comply with the installation requirements of:
NFPA 37 and 110
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 37 and 110
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Fire Alarm Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |

NFPA 72
Other (specify; FM, UL, etc.)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 72
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Fire Pump Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Location of Plans: ___________________________________________________________________________

NFPA 20
Print Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Signed: Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 20
Other (specify)
Print Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Foam-Water Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Location of Plans:
Location of Owner!s Manual:
operational acceptance tests.
NFPA 15, 16, and 72
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 15, 16, and 72
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Kitchen Hood Suppression System Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Type of System: _________________________________________________________________________

NFPA 13 and 96 (where applicable)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization:
NFPA 13 and 96 (where applicable)
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Private Water and Hydrant System Installation Certification
The NFPA certification form is an acceptable substitution for this form.
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Type of System: _________________________________________________________________________

Location of Owner! s Manual: __________________________________________________________________
1. Certification of System Installation: Complete this section after the system is installed, but prior to conducting
NFPA 24
Print Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 24
Design specifications
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Private Water Tank System Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Type of Tank(s): ___________________________________________________________________

Location of Plans: __________________________________________________________________
Location of Owner!s Manual: _________________________________________________________
NFPA 22
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: ____________
Organization: _________________________________________________________________
NFPA 22
Other (specify)
Print Name: __________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: ____________
Organization: _________________________________________________________________
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Stair Pressurization Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Location of Plans:
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Sprinkler Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Location of Plans:
NFPA 13
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 13
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Standpipe Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Location of Plans:
NFPA 14
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 14
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Water Mist Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Location of Plans:
NFPA 750 and 72
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 750 and 72
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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Water Spray Installation Certification
Permit #: ________________________ Date: ___________________________

Business Name: | |
Address: | |
| |
Representative: | |
Telephone: | |
Location of Plans:
NFPA 15
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
NFPA 15
Other (specify)
Print Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Signed: _____________________________________________________Date: _____________________
Organization: __________________________________________________________________________
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MINISTRY OF INTERIOR

General Directorate of Civil Defense

Extent of Inspections and Testing

5. The HoE report will contain the following:

7. HoE will provide a Commissioning Plan, which includes:

Final Inspection and Testing Report

2. Annexes (Appendix) for the following:

Inspection and System Testing

Passive Systems (not an all inclusive list)

1. Fire-rated door assemblies

Active Systems (not an all inclusive list)

Clean Agent 2008 NFPA 2001: Chapter 7

High-Rise Building Handover Inspection

Name of Building: _________________________________________ Project ID No.: ________________________

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable Use “Comment” section to write specifics

Inspection Date: ______________ Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _____________________________

New Office, Shop, or Apartment Building Handover Inspection

Name of Building: _________________________________________ Project ID No.: ________________________

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable Use “Comment” section to write specifics

Inspection Date: ______________ Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _____________________________

Design Goals and Objectives

Setting Up and Conducting the Objective-Based Test

Date of Inspection: _________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector:

Date of Inspection: _________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector:

Date of Inspection: _________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved Inspector:

Date of Review: ___________________________________ Permit Number: ____________________________________

1.______ Approved plans are on site.

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved Inspector:

Start 1st Test

• Provide the following to the authority having jurisdiction, 7.13.11;

5. Verify that the fuel supply is adequate.

1. Generator starts on power failure ( ) Yes ( ) No

Acceptance tests require copy of manufacturer’s certification.

Date corrected: By:

Date of Inspection: __________________________ Permit Number: _________________________________________

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector:

Fire Alarm System Sound Pressure (dBA) Level Log

Date: ___________________ Permit Number: _________________________

Room (doors closed during test): Installer: Fire Inspector:

Fire Alarm Device Test Log

Date: ___________________ Permit Number: _________________________

Circuit EAP Type EAP Address EAP Mounting Device Operation

Date of Review: ________________________________ Permit Number: ______________________________________

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector:

Manufacturer Model S/N

I If Diesel: Fuel Supply for 8 hrs. (1gal/HP) Gallons

GPM Suction Discharge Net Amp/Leg Run

Use if Emergency Manufacturer Model

Fire Pump Performance Test:

Date of Review: ___________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector:

Date of Inspection: Permit Number:

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector:

Date of Inspection:__________________________________ Permit Number: __________________________________

P or ! = Pass F =Fail NA = Not Applicable

Inspection Date: ______________ Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _____________________________

Name of Building: _________________ Project ID No.:

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _______________

Name of Building: _________________ Project ID No.:

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _______________

Date of Inspection: _ Permit Number: __

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Date of Review: Permit Number: ______

Date of Review: _ Permit Number:

Date of Inspection: Permit Number:

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _______________

Date of Inspection: _ Permit Number: __

Date of Inspection: _ Permit Number: _

Inspection Date: Approved or Disapproved CD Inspector: _______________

Date of Inspection: _ Permit Number: __

Date of Inspection: Permit Number:

Date of Review: __Permit Number:

Signature of Contractor: _________________________________ Date:

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