Attachment 1 - 283100 Fire Detection and Alarm Guidelines Exhibit A.pdf

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DISCLOSURE WARNING:

THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

RECORDS.

SECTION 28 3100

PALM BEACH COUNTY

FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM GUIDELINES

FD&O/ESS Division

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Fire alarm system installation, including all components, wiring, and conduit.

B. Transmitters for communication with supervising station.

C. Circuits from protected premises to supervising station, including conduit.

D. Replacement, modification and/or removal of existing fire alarm system components, wiring, and conduit indicated.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 07 8400 - Fire stopping: Materials and methods for work to be performed by this installer.

B. Section 08 3323 - Overhead Coiling Doors: Coiling fire doors to be released by fire alarm system.

C. Section 08 7100 - Door Hardware: Electrically operated locks and door holder devices to be monitored and released by fire alarm system.

D. Section 21 3000 - Fire Pumps: Supervisory devices.

E. Section 21 1300 - Fire-Suppression Sprinkler Systems: Supervisory, alarm, and actuating devices installed in sprinkler system.

F. Section 21 2200 - Clean-Agent Fire Extinguishing System: Supervisory, alarm, and releasing devices installed in extinguishing system.

G. Section 14 2010 - Passenger Elevators: Elevator systems monitored and controlled by fire alarm system.

H. Section 14 9100 - Facility Chutes: Sensors and interlocks monitored by fire alarm system.

I. Section 23 3300 - Air Duct Accessories: Smoke dampers monitored and controlled by fire alarm system.

1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. IEEE C62.41.2 - Recommended Practice on Characterization of Surges in Low-Voltage (1000 V and Less) AC Power Circuits; latest addition.

B. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code; latest addition.

C. NFPA 72 - National Fire Alarm Code and Signaling Code; latest addition.

D. NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code; latest addition.

E. NFPA 601 - Standard for Security Services in Fire Loss Prevention; latest addition.

F. Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA); latest edition.

G. Florida Accessibility Code

Exhibit A

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

RECORDS.

H. Factory Mutual System (FM) requirements.

I. U.L. Underwriters Laboratories and U.L. System Certification.

J. ETL Intertek Certification.

K. Federal, state and city codes, regulations and ordinances.

L. Palm Beach County Fire Code Ordinance; latest edition.

M. Palm Beach County ESS typical installation diagram (Appendix A).

N. Palm Beach County ESS pre-drywall inspection checklist (Appendix B).

O. Palm Beach County ESS above-ceiling inspection checklist (Appendix C).

P. Palm Beach County ESS system acceptance checklist (Appendix D).

Q. Palm Beach County ESS Warranty Sign-Off (Appendix E).

R. Palm Beach County ESS typical DC to AC interfaces (Appendix F).

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit evidence of designer qualifications as specified in section 1.05A “Designer Qualifications”.

B. Design Drawings: Shall be detailed and include the system operation in a matrix format listing conditions and actions of the system. The drawings shall include an insert of Appendix A - PBC ESS typical fire alarm diagram for reference of installation. This drawing is a diagrammatical reference and not intended to be as actual. All installation decisions not completely defined should be addressed in the RFI process prior to any installation.

1. System zone boundaries and interfaces to fire safety systems. Show all wiring paths device to device in the design drawing and in riser diagram.

2. Clear and concise description sequence of operation, with input/output matrix similar to that shown in NFPA 72 Annex A14.6.2.4. See NFPA 3 for examples of a complete commissioning structure to show the operation of all building systems connected to the FACP for life safety functions.

3. Circuit layouts showing wiring path; wire count, wire type/size, and conduit type/size and conduit fill ratio calculations to meet Section 2.02 D – 1,2,3,4.

4. Location of all components by type.

C. Fire Alarm System Contractor Shop Drawings and product cut sheet information:

The FACP Contractor shall submit all information required for plan review and permitting by authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ). This will be submitted to Owner as a complete package of the total system.

• The proposed FACP controller and optional support cards data sheets, hard copy & electronic.

• Device data paper sheets, hard copy and electronic.

• Full size hard copy paper fire alarm system drawing set

• Electronic CAD DWG fire alarm system drawings with all references on a memory stick.

• Electronic PDF fire alarm system drawings on memory stick.

The drawings shall include:

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

• Proposed system

• Sequence of operation matrix

• Battery calculations

• Riser diagram of the system.

• Matching device types and counts for all three (floor plan, battery calculations, & riser).

In the event Electronics Services and Security (ESS) finds items that require correction, ESS will return the total package with comments and the FACP contractor will re-submit. This process will take place until approval and then submitted for permitting.

1. List of any other data required by authority having jurisdiction.

2. Clear and concise description sequence of operation, with input/output matrix similar to that shown in NFPA 72Annex A14.6.2.4, and complete listing of software required.

3. System interfaces to other building equipment for fire safety.

4. Location of all components, circuits, and raceways; mark components with identifiers used in control unit programming.

5. Circuit layouts; number, size, and type of raceways and conductors; conduit fill calculations; spare capacity calculations; notification appliance circuit voltage drop calculations.

6. List of all devices on each signaling line circuit (SLC), with spare capacity indicated.

7. List of all devices on each notification circuit (NAC), with spare capacity indicated.

8. Manufacturer's detailed data sheet for each component, including wiring diagrams, installation instructions, and circuit length limitations.

9. Description of power supplies; for secondary power by battery, include calculations demonstrating adequate battery power.

10. Detailed drawing of graphic enunciator(s).

D. Permitted Fire Alarm System Revisions

All permit drawing sets with changes that require an AHJ review approval shall be submitted to Owner prior to submitting to the AHJ for approval. Once Owner approves the changes, the contractor will submit to the AHJ and upon their approval finalize the construction drawing set. The contractor will make available the approved drawings to ESS for inspections.

E. Submit Evidence of installer qualifications as defined in section 1.05 B “Installer Qualifications”.

Submit to ESS the business plan /arrangement between contractors and subcontractors relating to the installation planning, system design layout (conduit), wiring, device installation, inspection, and programming.

F. Submit Training lesson plan outline as defined in section 1.05 C “Instructor Qualifications”.

Provide a detailed training plan to the Owner for each group type training to allow the Owner to evaluate the trainees and training performed at the start of the project. Provide the Owner with a sign in sheet with each Trainee present at the training by group type.

G. Inspection and Test Reports:

1. Submit inspection and test plan prior to activities as defined in section 3.02A 1 thru 5.

2. Submit completed NFPA 72 "Inspection and Testing Form”.

H. Operating and Maintenance Data: have one set available during closeout demonstration:

1. Complete set of permit documents, as approved by AHJ.

2. Additional printed set of project record documents and closeout documents.

3. Contact information for firm that will be providing warranty service as defined in section 1.06.

4. List of recommended spare parts, tools, programming tools and instruments for testing.

5. Detailed troubleshooting guide and operation sequence detailing inputs/outputs in a matrix form.

6. Preventive service, inspection, and testing complying with NFPA 72; electronic and hard copy.

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

I. Project Record Documents: “Required at CO”:

1. Final NFPA-Test & Inspect-Final - (1) copy documenting 100% system testing with no deficiencies.

2. Final NFPA - Record of Completion-(1) copy, filled out correctly and signed off by all parties.

3. Final NFPA Sensitivity report of all smoke detectors to verify contamination free devices.

4. FACP - Contractor shop drawings-(1) with operation matrix, battery calculations as installed, left on site.

5. Final FACP–Installed program, and utility software to program. Electronic on memory stick- onsite.

6. Temporary Graphic FACP Floor Plan – hard copy.

7. Final Disable and Service codes to access programming for control and disables.

8. Final Contractor Contact Info - Emergency 24/7 and labeled at the FACP for warranty services.

J. Closeout Documents: “Required at Substantial Completion” This closeout section will be submitted to PBC no later than 30 days after CO inspection. If all items listed are not met in the 30-day period set from CO, Owner reserves the right to hire an outside vendor to secure any missing or incomplete item deficiencies, and to back charge the costs for all expenses occurred.

1. Final Graphic Floor Plans-(1) Set (graphic layout 11”x17”) laminated depicting the building orientation exactly as viewed in the location where it is mounted. This drawing will show all devices installed by type and address. Provide this in a laminated with north indicator. To be installed by ESS and left by the pre-approved plan holder. See section 2.06 G for plan box.

2. Final Approved FACP as Builds - (1) full size hard copy stamped and approved (record drawings).

Complete set and supporting pages. (1) Copy of electronic drawing files formatted in open or workable CAD DWG drawings with all references stored on a memory stick.

3. Final - Sequence of operation Matrix and battery calculations - (1) hard copy.

4. Final Device Cut Sheets as installed - (1) hard copy of each cut sheet. (1) Electronic copy.

5. Final FACP–Installed program & utility software to program. Electronic on memory stick- issued to

ESS for file.

6. Final FACP Program Hard copy (1) as installed.

7. Any Required Electronic Key or software, if required to open programming, see Section 2.01 C.

8. Spare Parts – Typically none required, unless requested in project proposal.

9. System Manuals- (1) each type installation, programming, and troubleshoot/training manuals.

10. Training - see Section 3.03. Factory and programming training not required unless requested in project proposal.

11. Warranties – Contractor & Manufacturer’s published product warranties. (1) Hard copy.

12. Warranties - PBC Document - see Section 1.06 and Appendix E. All sign offs and expiration dates.

K. Maintenance Materials, Tools, Spare Parts and Software: Furnish the following for Owner's use in maintenance of project.

1. Maintenance Materials: Any manufacturer specialized materials, parts, attachments needed for maintenance of the specific system.

2. Tools: Any manufacturer specialized tools, parts, attachments needed for maintenance of the specific system.

3. Software: All passwords, software keys, specialized cable, device readers and any documentation necessary to modify the fire alarm system programming.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Designer Qualifications: NICET Level III or IV (3 or 4) certified fire alarm technician or registered fire protection engineer, employed by fire alarm control panel manufacturer, Contractor, or installer, with experience designing fire alarm systems.

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

RECORDS.

B. Installer Qualifications: Firm with minimum 5 years documented experience installing fire alarm systems of the specified type and providing warranty maintenance service as a regular part of their business.

1. Authorized representative of control unit manufacturer; submit manufacturer's certification that installer is authorized; include name and title of manufacturer's representative making certification.

2. Installer Personnel: At least 2 years of experience installing fire alarm systems.

3. Supervisor: NICET level III or IV (3 or 4) certified fire alarm technician; furnish name and address.

4. .

5. Certified in the State of Florida.

C. Instructor Qualifications: From FACP manufacture.

1.06 WARRANTY

A. Comply fully with manufacturers’ instructions, including each step in sequence. Should manufacturers’ instructions conflict with contract documents, request clarification from designer before proceeding, and document any instructions or directions that may invalidate a warranty.

B. Provide manufacturer's warranty of the system and components with coverage of no less than 1 year after date of Substantial Completion if Owner has accepted the system prior to and has received all closeout items and documents. If not, the warranty period of 1 year will start when the system is finally accepted by Owner and has received all closeout items and documents.

C. Provide installer's performance warranty for 1 year after date of Substantial Completion with instruction and contact information. Owner must have accepted the system and received all closeout items and documents.

See warranty page terms in Appendix E. The installer will include all repair or replacement during the performance warranty period at no cost to Owner. The installers Performance Warranty will cover all components, parts, assemblies and software that shall be guaranteed against defects in materials, installation, and workmanship, for a period of a least (1) year. If surge protection or grounding is found to be incorrect, the performance warranty will apply as listed above. All repairs performed during warranty period within the time limitations imposed by governing by NFPA and Florida Building Codes.

The warranty procedure will be as follows: Initial trouble calls during the warranty will be handled by the ESS staff to determine the cause. ESS will notify the warranty provider of defects covered and submit the warranty claim. The provider must be available to receive the claim on a 24-hour basis. Defective devices must be replaced within 24-hours of receiving the claim. System outages must be resolved within 24-hours of receiving the claim.

The warranty start date is listed as 1 year from date of the Substantial Completion, but will be modified if the closeout package is not completed, received, and accepted by Owner. The new warranty date will be based on the date all items are completed, received and has Owner acceptance, if not received by the project Substantial Completion.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS

A. Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) - Provide all control units made by the same manufacturer. The following are acceptable:

1. Honeywell /Fire-Lite: www.firelite.com.

i. Product:, 9600

2. Honeywell /Notifier: www.notifier.com.

i. Product: Onyx Series 320, 640, 3030 NFW-100X

3. Edwards: www.edwards.ca/

i. Product: EST I/O 1000, EST 3

4. Simplex: www.simplex-fire.com

i. Product: 4010ES, 4100ES http://www.simplex-fire.com/

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

RECORDS.

B. Initiating Devices and Notification Appliances: Same manufacturer as FACP. Provide all initiating devices and notification appliances made by the same manufacturer. The following (or equivalent) are acceptable components:

1. Smoke Detectors

a. Product: Notifier FSP 951

b. Product: Firelite SD365

c. Product: Edwards SIGA-DS

d. Product: Simplex 4098-9704

2. Heat Detectors: rate-of-rise type only.

a. Product: Notifier FST951 R

b. Product: Firelite H365 R

c. Product: Edwards SIGA-HRD & SIGA-HFD

d. Product: Simplex 4098-9733

3. Duct Smoke Detectors (Sampling tubes in plastic or PVC when available)

a. Product: Notifier system Sensor DNR with FSP 851 R w key test station FSP 951 R

b. Product: Firelite D355 PL with key test station

c. Product: Edwards SIGA-SD/ - SD-TRK, SD-SERIES TUBE

d. Product: Simplex 4098-9685

Enclosures – use each manufacturer-listed enclosures when applicable.

4. Notification Devices Horn / Speaker and Strobe

Notification appliances will be chosen and applied by the architect/engineer design in accordance to NFPA 72 and Life Safety Codes 101 standards. The project will install the latest model design of the manufacturer for new construction or FACP complete replacement projects.

a. Product: Notifier SpectrAlert Advanced Series. – Both - Horn or Speaker

b. Product: Firelite SpectrAlert Advanced Series. – Both - Horn or Speaker

c. Product: Edwards Genesis Series – Speaker type – Genesis G4 series

d. Product: Simplex 4906 Series – Both – Horn or Speaker

e. NAC Panels – All – Install addressable only NAC panels

5. Pull Stations

a. Product: Notifier NOT-BG 12LX

b. Product: Firelite BG12LX

c. Product: Edwards SIGA-278

d. Product: Simplex 4099-9006

6. Digital Communicator (Point Contact I.D.)

a. Product: Bosch B465 with enclosure B11R

7. Lexan Pull Station Cover with Integrated Horn

a. Product: STI-1

C. Contractor must provide all required training and all programming codes and rights to ESS for all systems above specified.

2.02 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

A. Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP): Provide new, automatic, electrically supervised fire detection and alarm system with alarm initiating and signaling circuits. All components of the system must be listed by U.L. and listed by the manufacturer for use. The system must be installed with the necessary hardware to accommodate

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

RECORDS.

connection to the County’s U.L. Certified Proprietary alarm monitoring station. Additionally, the system will be required to be U.L. certified or ETL certified by ESS.

The FACP will communicate with its sensing devices (heat/smoke) in order to receive measured information in analog form (e.g., measured level of obscuration, measured level of dirt/dust particles, measured level of temperature) and report this information to the FACP. The obscuration rates must be adjustable and controllable.

The FACP will be equipped or installed with a communication port to allow sensitivity testing and reporting on a computer via RS232 or equivalent. The panel will be programmed such that dirt accumulation or variations in obscuration, and temperature can be quantified to produce warnings in advance of the device going into alarm. FACP and all devices installed in non-air conditioned areas must be installed in weatherproof protective covers.

The FACP shall include a (green) system power, (yellow) trouble and (red) alarm indicators. It will annunciate on an alphanumeric display providing device number and location plus diagnosis of trouble.

1. Evacuation Alarm: Multiple smoke zones; allow for evacuation notification of any individual zone or combination of zones in addition to general evacuation of entire premises.

2. Voice Notification: Provide emergency voice/alarm communications. It shall produce a message to the audible devices sufficient to produce an audio signal (15) fifteen decibels over ambient noise.

Where NFPA rules require voice evacuation systems, it shall be augmented by the ability for manual activation of the system.

3. General Evacuation Zones: Each smoke zone is considered a general evacuation zone unless otherwise indicated with alarm notification in all zones on the same floor, on the floor above and the floor below.

4. Staff Response Zones: For each smoke zone where occupants are not ambulatory, program notification zone as directed to notify staff in areas outside the normal notification zone and in other buildings for response to assist in evacuation.

5. Program notification zones and voice messages as directed by Owner.

6. Hearing Impaired Occupants: Provide visible notification devices in all public areas and in dwelling units.

B. Supervising Stations and Fire Department Connections:

1. Public Fire Department Notification: By on-premises supervising station (Jail Only).

a. Means of Transmission to On-Premises Supervising Station: Directly connected non-coded system.

2. Remote Supervising Station: Existing proprietary station operated by Owner, located at Palm Beach County Emergency Operations Center / Fire Rescue Dispatch Center.

a. Means of Transmission to Remote Supervising Station: Digital alarm communicator transmitter (DACT), 2 telephone lines, sends individual point annunciation using Point Contact I.D. format via Bosch B465. The contractor is responsible for wiring B465 Panel line 1 & 2 to the DACT.

C. Circuits: all circuit types field wired as Class A., see, section 1.04 B 1 for detail. Each device will be uniquely identified with one address (no dual addressable devices allowed). An open circuit will cause a trouble indication. All strobe circuits, during an alarm condition, will have the option of remaining active after a signal silence and only turn off on a panel reset or turning off after the signal silence is activated. All visual indicating devices must be in synchronized with each other.

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

1. Initiating Device Circuits (IDC): Class A, Pathway Survivability Level 3, Shared Pathway Level 3.

2. Signaling Line Circuits (SLC) Within Single Building: Class A, Pathway Survivability Level 3, Shared

Pathway Level 3.

3. Signaling Line Circuits (SLC) Between Buildings: Class A, Pathway Survivability Level 3, Shared Pathway Level 3.

4. Notification Appliance Circuits (NAC): Class A, Pathway Survivability Level 3, Shared Pathway Level

3.

D. Spare Capacity:

1. Initiating Device Circuits: Minimum 25 percent spare capacity.

2. Notification Appliance Circuits: Minimum 25 percent spare capacity.

3. Speaker Amplifiers: Minimum 25 percent spare capacity.

4. FACP: Sized to allow for 25 percent spare capacity without adding additional circuit cards.

E. Power Sources: All power must be run to the manufacturer’s prefabricated knockout location in the FACP to meet U.L. certification requirements. No custom drill holes in FACP allowed.

1. Primary: Dedicated branch circuits of the facility power distribution system shall serve all FACP panels and components. Mark and lock dedicated circuit breaker with an approved locking device.

2. Secondary: Batteries shall be sized to provide (24) twenty-four hours of standby operation followed by (5) five minutes of alarm. For voice EVAC systems, followed by 15 minutes of alarm. Loss of commercial power or battery power shall be annunciated as a system trouble.

3. Building Generator: If installed, will also be available to the FACP. No generator functions will be monitored by the fire alarm system.

4. Capacity: Sufficient to operate entire system for period specified by NFPA 72.

5. Each Computer System: Provide uninterruptible power supply (UPS) and generator back up if applicable..

2.03 RENOVATIONS – EXISTING FACP SYSTEMS & COMPONENTS

A. Modifications, full system replacements, additions, changes, alterations or programming changes that are required to an existing fire alarm system and or life safety features, the contractor is required to:

1. Meet all of the guidelines listed in this specification regarding types, installation instructions, wiring, submittals, methods, devices, manufacturers and meet all NFPA 72 requirements including testing and documentation.

2. Upon request by Contractor, Owner will perform onsite function test of the system prior to any new work commencing.

3. Contractor to provide an expected replacement plan for removal and replacement of the FACP and all components including testing.

4. Contractor is responsible for conducting fire watch in accordance with (IAW) any AHJ while any of the FACP circuits are none operational or not inspected and tested.

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THIS DOCUMENT IS EXEMPT AND CONFIDENTIAL FROM SEC. 119.07(1), FLORIDA STATUTES. ANY ENTITY OR PERSONS RECEIVING SUCH INFORMATION SHALL MAINTAIN THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE INFORMATION UNLESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED BY THE COUNTY. THESE DOCUMENTS SHALL NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, LOANED OR COPIED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA LAW. THE COUNTY MUST BE ADVISED IMMEDIATELY AS TO ANY CHANGES IN CUSTODIAN FROM THOSE PERSONS LISTED IN CORRESPONDENCE FOR ORIGINAL DISTRIBUTION OR IF THE DOCUMENTS ARE LOST OR STOLEN. UPON COMPLETION OF USE, WORK, PROJECT, OR CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR SHALL SHRED OR BURN ANY DUPLICATE

5. All system modifications, additions, changes and alterations do not require Section 3.03 training.

6. The scope of the project may include the removal of the old FACP, devices, and infrastructure. All system components, devices and panels will be returned to Owner.

7. All wiring must be replaced and meet this specification standard based on type, location, and circuit type.

8. Contractor is responsible to clearly label components that are "Not in Service."

9. If a site condition conflicts with the standard, exceptions should be discussed prior to any bid.

10. Provide a revised set of the building’s existing Fire Alarm System CAD DWG drawings (if available) with all references as a whole, dated all pages including all supporting pages to include new battery calculations, new riser diagram, and a new sequence of operation in matrix form. This matrix defines all building systems and life safety functions that connect to the fire alarm system from each building system.

11. Drawings are to be provided in (2) paper full sets and in a memory stick, electronic, CAD DWG drawings with all references.

12. A new record of completion issued by the fire alarm contractor who modified the system.

13. A new NFPA 72 test record showing re-acceptance testing was performed with signals from central station if monitored.

14. New graphic floor plans with changes included meeting this specification.

15. A new copy of the FACP program in paper format and electronic format downloaded on a memory stick.

16. Data sheets on devices that are different than currently installed.

17. ESS Warranty Sign off.

B. When no modifications, additions, changes, alterations or programming changes are required to the fire alarm system and or life safety features, the contractor is only required to:

1. Protect and cover all fire alarm detection devices from construction debris.

2. Place the fire alarm system in test during possible work that will cause a false fire alarm to prevent dispatch of fire rescue. The contractor will be responsible for all Fire Rescue fines and fees for false alarms that are dispatched.

3. Perform and be responsible for all required fire watches due to the construction renovation.

4. Will be responsible for fire alarm system device that are damaged or dirty to be replaced with new devices.

5. Perform at substantial completion a walk thru review to visually inspect the system..

6. Sensitivity report must be run at the beginning of construction then at the end of construction to identify differences and take action.

C. When no modifications, additions, changes, alterations or programming changes are required to the fire alarm system and or life safety features, the contractor is not required to:

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1. Provide spare parts.

2. Provide training.

3. Provide FACP Terminal Cabinet.

4. Meet new specification for wire type on new underground and outside wiring.

2.04 FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS INTERFACES

A. Supervision: Provide supervisory signals in accordance with NFPA 72 for the following:

1. Sprinkler water control valves.

2. Backflow preventers.

3. Outside post indicator valve (PIV).

4. Duct Smoke Detector alarms.

5. Smoke evacuation systems.

6. Dry-pipe sprinkler systems and control panels.

7. Fire pump(s).

8. Elevator shut-down control circuits.

9. Chute interlocks and controls.

B. Alarm: Provide alarm initiation in accordance with NFPA 72 for the following:

1. Sprinkler water flow.

2. Total flooding suppression system activation.

3. Kitchen Hood Suppression activation; also disconnect fuel source from cooking equipment with hood suppression system alarm only. The FACP only monitors the hood system. All control functions are performed by the hood system including the gas shutoff.

4. Elevator lobby, elevator hoist way, and elevator machine room smoke detectors.

5. Generator room heat detector.

6. Pull Stations.

C. Smoke Evacuation System/ Smoke Control Systems/ Stairwell Pressurization System: (No FACP Integration)

1. The FACP will provide this building system signaling from FACP control relays or modules to initiate the standalone smoke systems programmed control functions.

2. All 120 VAC building devices controlled should be directly connected to the smoke evacuation control system and not interfaced to the FACP.

D. Dry Pipe Control Panels, Devices, and Installation: (No FACP Integration)

1. The standalone control panel shall be addressable with intelligent devices and rated for releasing with cross device zone logic. See PBC ESS specifications for Dry Pipe systems.

2. The installation, documentation and installer requirements of the dry pipe control panel/devices are identical to the FACP specifications on this project site.

3. The control panel will be programmed to cross zone with smoke detectors and have a pneumatic actuator in the trim package. This panel will be monitored by the building FACP for all alarm, water flow, supervisory and trouble signals.

4. No mixing of FACP Building notification devices with releasing panel notification devices. The releasing panel will only have a bell activated upon release.

E. Elevators:

1. Elevator lobby, hoist way, and machine room smoke detectors: Elevator recall for fire fighters' service.

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RECORDS.

2. Elevator Machine Room Heat Detector: Shut down elevator power prior to hoist way sprinkler activation.

3. Sprinkler pressure or water flow: Shut down elevator power prior to hoist way sprinkler activation.

F. HVAC:

1. Duct Smoke Detectors: Close dampers indicated; shut down air handlers indicated.

2. See Appendix F for details to interface any FACP DC voltage device interfacing to AC voltage building devices. FACP to have 2 wire duct detectors and control modules to perform functions.

G. Doors:

1. Smoke Barrier Door Magnetic Holders: Release upon activation of smoke detectors in smoke zone on either side of door, upon alarm from manual pull station on same floor, and upon sprinkler activation on same floor.

2. Electromagnetic Door Locks on Egress Doors: Unlock upon activation of any alarm initiating device or suppression system in smoke zone that doors serve as egress from.

3. Overhead Coiling Fire Doors: Release upon activation of smoke detectors in smoke zone on either side of door, upon alarm from manual pull station on same floor, and upon sprinkler activation on same floor.

H. High Voltage AC Building Device or System Interfacing:

1. See Appendix F for detailed connections.

2. Carbon Monoxide Sensors: for CO Sensors will have no interconnection with any other fire alarm system devices and shall be standalone. UL2034 sensors will be powered by the 120V building electrical system and have a 9-volt battery backup, local annunciation. This is the PBC preferred standardization of installation.

a. CO detectors shall be dated on original installation

3. Also see PBC local amendment to Florida Fire Prevention Code for addressable applications.

Current adopted code.

2.05 COMPONENTS

A. General:

1. Provide flush mounted units and cabinets where installed in finish areas when allowed by manufacturer; in unfinished areas, surface mounted unit are acceptable.

2. Provide legible, permanent labels for each control device, using identification used in operation and maintenance data.

B. Fire Alarm Control Units, Initiating Devices, and Notification Appliances: Analog, addressable type; listed by Underwriters Laboratories as suitable for the purpose intended.

C. FACP: As specified for Basis of Design above, or equivalent.

D. Remote Enunciators: LCD design;

E. Initiating Devices:

1. Manual Pull Stations: semi-flush mounted, double action equipped with an addressable interface module. Field programmable and mounted between 42-48” to center from the finished floor.

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RECORDS.

Exterior locations, outside bay areas, wash down areas, and high-traffic areas with children require a clear protective weatherproof Lexan cover. (Fire Station bay areas, vehicle service bay areas, head start, day care, senior centers etc.)

2. Key Operated Pull Stations: semi-flush mounted, double action equipped with an addressable interface module. Field programmable and mounted between 42-48” to center from the finished floor. Exterior and high-traffic areas with children require a clear protective weatherproof Lexan cover.

3. Smoke Detectors and Beam Smoke Detectors: Photoelectric type with adjustable sensitivity, removable from base, auxiliary relay contact, visual indication of detector actuation and suitable for mounting on 4” outlet box. Detection areas heights greater than 16’ require beam smoke detectors with remote test switches mounted at 48” to center from the finished floor.

4. Duct Smoke Detectors: 2 wire, no power required, control with separate FACP control modules, Photoelectric type, full-width duct sampling tubes made of plastic or PVC when available, and visual indicator of detector actuation. Remote alarm lamp assembly flush-mounted with red LED to indicate obscured view. Duct access panels installed adjacent to all sampling tubes. Remote test switch grouped together and installed 48” to center from finished floor in designated mechanical/electrical room. Programmed as supervisory alarm and will shut down HVAC until the fire control panel is reset if designed as such. HVAC to shut down on duct detector and general alarm. The supervisory signal will not activate notification appliances. Duct Detector housings should be installed with an insulation ¼ inches or greater fiber board or isolated recommended by the manufacturer. This insulator or isolator separates the A duct housing from the duct metal to prevent condensation from forming inside the duct detector housing.

5. Heat Detectors: Combination rate-of-rise and fixed temperature. Visibly labeled, addressed and field programmed at the fire alarm control panel. Center mounted, 3’ from air conditioning components and 4” from the vertical wall. Preference for no vertical mounting, but when required must be 4” from the ceiling.

6. Addressable Interface Devices: must be utilized to make conventional-type devices an addressable, monitored point in the fire alarm system.

F. Notification Appliances: All Exterior locations, outside bay areas, wash down areas, and high-traffic areas with children require a clear protective weatherproof Lexan cover (Fire Station bay areas, vehicle service bay areas, head start, day care, senior centers etc.), designed for this application and will protect it from the weather elements but allow visual and sound notification. All strobe circuits, during an alarm condition, will turn off upon a signal silence or reset.

1. Combination Horn/Strobe: NFPA 72; flush type with wall trim plate. Provide additional integral strobe lamp and flasher lettered FIRE. All will be mounted in accordance with latest adopted Florida Building Code.

2. Combination Speakers/Strobe: NFPA 72; flush type with wall trim plate. Provide additional integral strobe lamp and flasher lettered FIRE. All shall be mounted in accordance with latest adopted Florida Building Code.

3. Strobe Only: NFPA 72; strobe lamp and flasher lettered FIRE. Will be mounted in accordance with latest adopted Florida Building Code.

4. Notification Appliance Circuit (NAC) Panel: supervised booster panels or remote power supplies used to power and supervise the notification appliance circuits. Provide surge protection at each NAC panels on both the AC power circuit and exterior installed NAC circuits.

5. Synchronization Modules: Supervised march time signal modules (SYNC), sufficient for signal devices connected to system to synchronize the strobe lights.

G. Control Devices:

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1. Auxiliary Addressable Relay Modules: Auxiliary relay modules, addressable and provide sufficient

SPDT auxiliary relay contacts to provide accessory functions specified.

2. Door Release: Magnetic door holder with integral diodes to reduce buzzing, 24 VAC coil voltage.

Armature shall be mounted with bolts extending through the entire depth of the door (through bolted).

2.06 SUPPORTING INFRASTRUCTURE

A. Circuit Wiring: Wire entering and leaving the fire alarm panel and junction boxes will be permanently labeled indicating the type of device and its location. Wire shall terminate through terminal strips (one per connector).

Label each conductor by the circuit number at each end.

1. Underground, outside, in elements, wet areas, in slab wire: must be Aqua seal type or equal, twisted, shielded and have surge protection at the panel limiting voltage to no more than 10% above the peak operating voltage of the connected devices. Phase tapping will be required at each end to match the type of circuit.

i. Product: West Penn Aqua seal; www.westpenn-wpw.com or approved equal.

2. FACP networking: panels must be linked together with fiber optic cabling unless otherwise specified by ESS. All fiber optic cabling shall be 2-12 strand multi-mode cables, terminating all strands with a Twix box. All fiber strands will be labeled in and out.

3. SLC - Device Circuits: Data grade fire alarm cable for addressable systems. UL/ETL listed type

FPLR-NEC Article 760, 300 volts. Two (2) conductors, copper, solid, twisted, and shielded (shield drain connected IAW manufacture) 16 or 18 AWG, or recommended size by manufacturer in RED casing.

4. Addressable Module Interface Device Side:

i. Device side: THHN type, # 16 AWG, black and red casing color.

5. Combination Horn/Strobe Circuit:

i. Four (4) Wire

1. Horn side: THHN type, #14/16 AWG Orange case (positive), #14/16 AWG Brown (negative) or recommended size by manufacturer.

2. Strobe side: THHN type, #14/16 AWG Yellow case (positive), #14/16 AWG Gray

(negative) or recommended size by manufacturer.

ii. Two (2) Wire:

1. Data grade fire alarm cable for addressable systems, UL/ETL listed type FPLR-NEC Article 760, 300 volts. Two (2) conductors, copper, twisted and shielded (shield drain connected IAW manufacture) #16/18 AWG, no red casing (any other color approved); or THHN type, #14/16 AWG Orange case (positive), #/16 AWG Brown (negative); or recommended size by manufacturer.

6. Combination Speaker/Strobe: Four (4) Wire:

i. Speaker circuit: Data grade fire alarm cable for addressable systems. UL/ETL listed type FPLR-NEC Article 760-300 volt. Two (2) conductors, copper, twisted and shielded (shield drain connected IAW manufacture) #16/18 AWG, no red casing (any other color approved);

or recommended size by manufacturer.

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ii. Strobe circuit: THHN type, #14/16 AWG, yellow (positive) and THHN type, #14/16, AWG, grey (negative); or size recommended by manufacturer.

7. Strobe Only Circuit: THHN type, #/16 AWG, yellow (positive), grey (negative); or size recommended by manufacturer.

8. Synchronization Module Circuit: Data grade fire alarm cable for addressable systems. UL/ETL listed type FPLR-NEC Article 760, 300 volts. Two (2) conductors, copper, twisted and shielded (shield drain connected IAW manufacture) #16/18 AWG, no red casing (any other color approved); or recommended size by manufacturer.

9. Door Release Circuit: THHN type, #/16 AWG, white (positive), blue (negative); or recommended size by manufacturer.

10. Annunciator Point Circuit:

i. Addressable Side: Data grade fire alarm cable for addressable systems. UL/ETL listed type FPLR-NEC Article 760, 300 volts. Two (2) conductors, copper, twisted and shielded (shield drain connected IAW manufacture) 16 or 18 AWG, or recommended size by manufacturer in “RED” casing.

ii. Power Side: THHN type, #14/16 AWG, red (positive) and THHN type, #14/16 AWG black

(negative) power; or recommended size by manufacturer.

11. Auxiliary Addressable Relay Modules:

i. Addressable side: Data grade, fire alarm cable. UL/ETL listed type FPLR-NEC Article 760- 300 volt. Two (2) conductors, copper, twisted and shielded (shield drain connected IAW manufacture) 16 or 18 AWG, in red casing; or recommended size by manufacturer.

ii. Device side: THHN type, 14/16 AWG, black and red casing color.

iii. See Appendix F for detailed interfacing of FACP modules to building AC devices or systems.

12. Equipment Grounding Circuit: THHN type, #14 AWG twisted and shielded, green casing; or recommended size by manufacturer.

13. Duct Detector Remote Test Station Circuits:

i. UL/ETL listed type FPLR-NEC Article 760, 300 volts. four (4) conductors, copper, twisted and shielded 18 AWG, or recommended size by manufacturer in “WHITE” casing.

B. Surge Protection: In accordance with IEEE C62.41.2 & NFPA 70. Provide transient voltage surge suppression per the application type.. No surge protection will be placed in any FACP or NAC cabinets. The field wiring terminal cabinet can house surge protection.

C. ESS requires all surge protection be mounted and dated in the FACP terminal cabinet. The surge protection required is listed below by application and type.