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UFC 3-601-02

8 September 2010

UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC)

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE:

INSPECTION, TESTING,

AND MAINTENANCE

OF

FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

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FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

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U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND

AIR FORCE CIVIL ENGINEER SUPPORT AGENCY (Preparing Activity)

Record of Changes (changes are indicated by \1\ ... /1/)

Change No. Date Location

This UFC supersedes UFC 3-600-02, dated 1 January 2001.

FOREWORD

The Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) system is prescribed by MIL-STD 3007 and provides planning, design, construction, sustainment, restoration, and modernization criteria, and applies to the Military Departments, the Defense Agencies, and the DOD Field Activities in accordance with USD (AT&L) Memorandum dated 29 May 2002. UFC will be used for all DOD projects and work for other customers where appropriate. All construction outside of the United States is also governed by Status of Forces Agreements (SOFA), Host Nation Funded Construction Agreements (HNFA), and in some instances, Bilateral Infrastructure Agreements (BIA.)

Therefore, the acquisition team must ensure compliance with the more stringent of the UFC, the SOFA, the HNFA, and the BIA, as applicable.

UFC are living documents and will be periodically reviewed, updated, and made available to users as part of the Services’ responsibility for providing technical criteria for military construction. Headquarters, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (HQUSACE), Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), and Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment (AFCEE) are responsible for administration of the UFC system. Defense agencies should contact the preparing service for document interpretation and improvements. Technical content of UFC is the responsibility of the cognizant DOD working group. Recommended changes with supporting rationale should be sent to the respective service proponent office by the following electronic form: Criteria Change Request (CCR). The form is also accessible from the Internet site listed below.

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AUTHORIZED BY:

JAMES C. DALTON, P.E.

Chief, Engineering and Construction U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

JOSEPH E. GOTT, P.E.

Chief Engineer Naval Facilities Engineering Command

DENNIS FIRMAN, P.E.

Director of the Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment Department of the Air Force

MICHAEL McANDREW Director, Facility Investment and Management Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Installations and Environment) http://www.wbdg.org/pdfs/ufc_implementation.pdf� http://www.wbdg.org/ccb/browse_cat.php?o=29&c=4� http://dod.wbdg.org/�

REVISION SUMMARY SHEET

Document: UFC 3-601-02, Operation and Maintenance: Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Protection Systems

Superseding: This UFC supersedes UFC 3-600-02, dated January 2001, and all subsequent changes.

Description of Changes: This update to UFC 3-600-02 clarifies many of the requirements in the January 2001 version, updates references, and further coordinates the Services' requirements. This version of the UFC:

• Revises the term “waivers” to “exemptions” in accordance with MIL-STD-3007, Standard Practice for Unified Facilities Criteria and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications.

• Updates offices of responsibility.

• Provides guidance on employee workplace notification.

• Provides guidance on work prioritization.

• Provides guidance on false, mistaken, or accidental fire alarm activations.

• Provides additional guidance on inspection of Halon systems to reduce accidental leakage of Halon to the atmosphere.

• Incorporates criteria for inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of emergency lighting systems.

• Incorporates criteria for ITM of egress marking systems.

• Incorporates criteria for ITM of fire and smoke opening protection devices.

• Incorporates criteria for ITM of cross-connection prevention devices.

• Adds new warnings and cautions based on post-event investigations and studies.

Reasons for Changes: This UFC was revised:

• To reflect organizational changes to the alignment of the responsible offices.

• To bring the guidance into compliance with Occupational Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA) requirements for employee workplace notification and to provide specific direction on how to comply with the general OSHA requirements.

• To provide guidance on previously unaddressed fire protection systems and features.

• To incorporate lessons learned from post-event investigations and studies.

Impact: This document provides and expands guidance to address field application issues. This revision:

• Reduces maintenance requirements by using performance-based, reliability-centered maintenance frequencies rather than prescriptive-based frequencies.

• Consolidates maintenance frequency requirements from multiple sources into a single source document while continuing to rely on consensus standards and industry references for the technical task execution details.

• Has no anticipated impacts on maintenance costs.

• Will increase the level of urgency assigned to the repair or correction of impaired fire safety features as required by public law.

• Will improve employee awareness of potential safety issues in the work place.

• Unifies requirements. All the requirements in this document are unified between the

Services and DOD agencies.

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1-1 BACKGROUND

1-2 PURPOSE AND SCOPE

1-3 APPLICABILITY

1-4 AUTHORITY

1-5 REFERENCES

1-6 OBJECTIVE

1-7 CRITERIA

1-7.1 Systems and Applications Not Covered

1-7.2 Conflicts

1-7.3 Exemptions

1-7.4 Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

1-8 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

1-8.1 ITM Tasks

1-8.2 Other Inspections

1-9 RECORDS

1-10 SYSTEM IMPAIRMENT OR OUT-OF-SERVICE WARNING

1-11 REPAIR OR CORRECTION OF IMPAIRMENTS TO SYSTEM OR

FEATURE PERFORMANCE

1-12 SYSTEM IMPAIRMENTS AND REPAIRS AND CORRECTIONS

REPORTING

CHAPTER 2 FACILITY SYSTEMS

2-1 RCM METHODOLOGY

2-1.1 Features Requiring Maintenance

2-1.2 Unrequired Features

2-2 ITM TASK DESCRIPTIONS AND FREQUENCIES

2-2.1 Task Descriptions

2-2.1.1 Supervised Components

2-2.1.2 Event-Driven Tests 2-2.1.3 Excluded National Fire Code Tasks 2-2.1.4 Non-ITM Activities ii

2-2.1.5 Medical Facilities 2-2.1.6 Fire Extinguishers

2-2.2 Fire Detection and Alarm Systems

2-2.3 Wet Pipe Automatic Sprinkler Systems

2-2.4 Dry Pipe Automatic Sprinkler Systems

2-2.5 Deluge Sprinkler Systems 2-2.6 Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems 2-2.7 Water Spray Systems 2-2.8 Water Mist Systems 2-2.9 Foam and Foam-Water Systems 2-2.10 Standpipe Systems 2-2.11 Hydrants and Monitors 2-2.12 Fire Pumps 2-2.13 Water Supply Tanks 2-2.14 Dry Chemical Systems 2-2.15 Wet Chemical Systems 2-2.16 Halon Systems 2-2.17 Clean Agent Systems 2-2.18 Carbon Dioxide Systems 2-2.19 Emergency Lighting Systems 2-2.20 Egress Marking Systems 2-2.21 Fire and Smoke Barrier Opening Protection 2-2.22 Backflow Prevention Devices

CHAPTER 3 MILITARY FAMILY HOUSING SYSTEMS

3-1 SCOPE

3-1.1 Residential Smoke Detectors 3-1.2 Residential Sprinkler Systems

3-2 ITM TASK DESCRIPTIONS

GLOSSARY

APPENDIX A REFERENCES

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FIGURES

Figure

Title

Figure 1-1. System Out-of-Service or Impaired Sign

Figure 2-1. Liquid Level Measuring System

Figure 2-2. Typical Emergency Lighting Systems

Figure 2-3. Typical Egress Marking Units

Figure 2-4. Typical Combination Egress Marking and Emergency Light Units

TABLES

Table

Title

Table 2-1. Fire Detection and Alarm System ITM Tasks

Table 2-1. Fire Detection and Alarm System ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-2. Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-2. Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-3. Dry Pipe Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-4. Deluge Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-4. Deluge Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-5. Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-5. Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-5. Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-6. Water Spray Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-6. Water Spray Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-7. Water Mist Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-7. Water Mist Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-8. Low-Expansion Foam Systems for Flammable Liquid Tanks ITM Tasks

Table 2-9. Foam Spray and Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-9. Foam Spray and Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-10. Foam Monitors Nozzle Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-10. Foam Monitors Nozzle Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-11. Grate Nozzle Foam Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-12. High-Expansion Foam Systems ITM Tasks iv

Table 2-13. Standpipe Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-14. Hydrants ITM Tasks

Table 2-15. Yard Hydrant Monitors and Hose Houses ITM Tasks

Table 2-16. Fire Pumps ITM Tasks

Table 2-16. Fire Pumps ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-17. Water Supply Tanks ITM Tasks

Table 2-17. Water Supply Tanks ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-18. Dry Chemical Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-18. Dry Chemical Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-19. Wet Chemical Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-19. Wet Chemical Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-20. Halon Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-20. Halon Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-21. Clean Agent Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-21. Clean Agent Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-22. Carbon Dioxide Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-23. Emergency Lighting Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-24. Egress Marking Systems ITM Tasks

Table 2-25. Fire and Smoke Barrier Opening Protection ITM Tasks

Table 2-25. Fire and Smoke Barrier Opening Protection ITM Tasks (Continued)

Table 2-26. Backflow Prevention Devices ITM Tasks

Table 3-1. MFH Residential Smoke Detectors ITM Tasks

Table 3-2. MFH Residential Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

1-1 BACKGROUND

This Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) has been developed from an evaluation of Department of Defense (DOD) facilities, from surveys of maintenance methods, and from selection of the best practices of the DOD, other government agencies, and the private sector. This UFC is based on recognized reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) concepts and reliability-centered risk management. It was prepared using model building maintenance codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA®) National Fire Codes®, industrial standards, and other recognized standards to the maximum extent feasible. Personnel safety and continuity of mission were primary considerations.

1-2 PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This UFC provides requirements for inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM) of engineered fire protection features in DOD facilities. Do not deviate from these criteria without prior approval of the component office of responsibility in paragraph 1-7.4.

Do not use this UFC for acceptance or commissioning of fire protection systems.

1-3 APPLICABILITY

1-3.1 The criteria in this UFC apply to DOD facilities located on or outside of DOD installations, whether acquired by appropriated or non-appropriated funds, or third party financed and constructed. Facilities include all temporary or permanent structures and their contents, including waterfront facilities, outside storage, and shore protection for ships and aircraft, as well as mobile and stationary equipment.

1-3.2 The criteria in this UFC apply to DOD leased and maintained facilities outside of DOD installations, whether acquired by appropriated or non-appropriated funds, or third party financed and constructed, when the DOD or a DOD contractor maintains the facility.

1-3.3 When maintained by the leaser, DOD-leased facilities located outside of DOD installations, whether acquired by appropriated or non-appropriated funds, or third party financed and constructed, shall be maintained in accordance with the requirements of the local (off-installation) authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) or in the absence of such requirements, this UFC.

1-3.4 Government owned, contractor operated facilities (GOCO) shall follow these criteria unless alternative ITM requirements and frequencies are specifically included in the contract documents.

1-4 AUTHORITY

1-4.1 This UFC implements these public laws, which are available at http://www.gpoaccess.gov/uscode/:

• Title 10 United States Code (USC) Section 1794, Military Child Care

• Title 15 United States Code (USC) Section 2227, Fire Safety Systems in Federally Assisted Buildings (Fire Administration Authorization Act)

• Title 15 United States Code (USC) Section 272, Utilization of Consensus Technical Standards by Federal Agencies

• Title 29 United States Code (USC) Section 1910, Subpart L, Fire Protection

• Title 29 United States Code (USC) Section 1960, Basic Program Elements for Federal Employee Occupational Safety and Health Programs and Related Matters

1-4.2 15 USC § 272 identifies the necessary consensus technical standards required to implement policy objectives and activities within the area of fire protection engineering for the DOD. Compliance with criteria issued in accordance with this UFC does not constitute an exception to the public laws. Fire protection criteria must conform to the requirements of this UFC and the NFPA National Fire Codes, except as modified by this UFC and specifically referenced by this UFC. Additional criteria include portions of the Factory Mutual (FM) Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheets (FM Global Data Sheets), as specifically referenced by this UFC.

1-5 REFERENCES

Appendix A contains a list of references used in this UFC.

1-6 OBJECTIVE

ITM tasks in this UFC represent the minimum required to achieve a 99 percent overall system reliability in response to an actual fire event.

1-7 CRITERIA

Use the task frequencies in this UFC in lieu of the frequencies in the National Fire Codes except as indicated in paragraph 1-7.1.

1-7.1 Systems and Applications Not Covered When a specific system or application is not addressed by this UFC, follow national building codes, recognized industry standards, and standard engineering practices. In the absence of such technical information, contact the DOD component AHJ (paragraph 1-7.4). Fire department operations, staffing, and equipment are not addressed in this

UFC.

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1-7.2 Conflicts If a conflict exists between this UFC and any other DOD document, referenced code, standard, or publication, this UFC takes precedence. Individual DOD components (paragraph 1-7.4) may issue technical guidance, which takes precedence.

1-7.3 Exemptions Criteria exemptions may be approved by the AHJ where an alternative ITM action providing equivalent fire protection and life safety exists and is also approved. Requests must include justification, hazard analysis, cost comparison, criteria applied, and other pertinent data. Lack of funds or cost savings do not justify an exemption. Exemptions may be granted only for specific requests and will not extend to cases with similar circumstances.

1-7.4 Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) For this UFC, the AHJ is the component office of responsibility:

• U.S. Army: Headquarters U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

(HQ USACE/CECW-CE)

• U.S. Navy: Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Headquarters Chief Engineer Organization (NAVFACENGCOM HQ-CHE)

• U.S. Marine Corps: HQMC Code LFF-1

• U.S. Air Force: Headquarters Air Force Civil Engineer Support Agency Operations and Programs Support Division (HQ AFCESA/CEO)

• Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Chief, Security Operations (DES-SO)

• National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, Installation Operations Office

(NGA/SIO)

• National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), Management Services and Operations/Environmental Safety Office (MS&O/ESO)

• Washington Headquarters Service (WHS), Office of the Pentagon Fire Marshal (OPFM)

• All other DOD components: Director, Installations Requirements and Management, Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Installations) via the DOD Fire Protection Engineering Working Group

(FPEWG)

Note: The FPEWG is comprised of the AHJ from each Service or agency. Each member of the FPEWG is a fire protection engineer (GS-804, Fire Protection Engineer, individual qualification standard).

1-8 PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS

1-8.1 ITM Tasks ITM tasks shall be performed by craftspersons trained or qualified in the maintenance and repair of the specific fire protection system or subsystem.

1-8.1.1 “Trained or qualified” personnel shall perform ITM and repair tasks only on the systems for which these personnel have been specifically qualified. Trained or qualified personnel may supervise other less qualified personnel in the execution of the tasks covered in this UFC. At no time shall apprentice-level craftspersons be allowed to execute the ITM tasks in this UFC without a qualified supervisor on site. Trained or qualified personnel shall perform ITM and repair tasks only within the scope of their specific qualification. Generally accepted qualifications include:

1-8.1.1.1 Craftspersons completing the Fire Suppression Systems Maintenance course (J3AZR3E451 01FA, https://webm.sheppard.af.mil/sirs/default.html ) at the Technical Training Center, Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. The 82 Training Wing, 782 Training Group, 366 Training Squadron provides engineer craftsman skills training for all DOD branches and has both Army and Navy detachments assigned to the squadron (366trs.cc@sheppard.af.mil).

1-8.1.1.2 Craftspersons completing the Fire Alarm Systems Maintenance course (J3AZR3E051 012, https://webm.sheppard.af.mil/sirs/default.html). The Fire Alarm Systems Maintenance course is no longer offered as part of the advanced training program (last offered October 04).

1-8.1.1.3 Craftspersons with other recognized journeyman or craftsman-level qualifications for fire protection systems, such as National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) (Level III certification in Fire Alarm Systems, Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems, or Special Hazard Suppression Systems), or formalized labor organization-based journeyman training, or similar programs.

1-8.1.1.4 Craftspersons holding a valid, current qualification or license from any state (or local jurisdiction if delegated authority by the state). Local jurisdictions and other organizations may require varying levels of continuing education to maintain recognized journeyman or craftsman-level qualifications.

1-8.1.2 Installation or base operating support (BOS) contractor personnel must meet the state (in which the installation is located) (or local, if delegated authority by the state) qualification and licensing requirements. Where some form of licensing, certification, or approval is required, it shall be current in accordance with the state or local requirements, as applicable. All ITM and repair tasks will be accomplished under the supervision of a licensed craftsperson.

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1-8.1.3 Other contractors performing ITM and repair tasks must meet the state (in which the installation is located, or local, if delegated authority by the state) qualification and licensing requirements. Where some form of licensing, certification, or approval is required, it shall be current in accordance with the state or local requirements, as applicable. The contractor must have at least one licensed supervisory employee present on the installation when contractor personnel are executing ITM and repair tasks.

1-8.1.4 General or equipment-specific qualification/endorsement provided by an equipment manufacturer for the manufacturer’s equipment.

1-8.1.5 Overseas locations should contact their command fire protection engineering office for guidance on local qualification requirements.

1-8.2 Other Inspections This UFC also lists inspection tasks that should be performed during other regularly scheduled facility inspections or evaluations. Fire prevention personnel, safety personnel, maintenance craftspersons, or other individuals could perform these inspection tasks.

1-9 RECORDS

Each installation will maintain a permanent record of completed ITM tasks in accordance with each agency's program for reoccurring facility maintenance record keeping. Records may be hard copy or electronic. Where no agency-wide programs exist, records must be developed locally. Records will be maintained for every facility and will include, as a minimum, each ITM task, date scheduled, date completed, and craftsperson completing the task.

1-10 SYSTEM IMPAIRMENT OR OUT-OF-SERVICE WARNING

Building occupants, users, and the public shall be notified whenever any of the systems specified in Chapter 2 are either out of service or impaired to a degree that presents an increased risk to any occupants (Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA] general industry standards contained in Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations [CFR], Parts 1960.26(c)(3) and 1910.160(b)(2)). The sign shown in Figure 1-1 shall be posted by the facility owner, manager, or custodian at all principal public and employee entrances to the building. The sign shall be 7 inches high by 10 inches wide in an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z535.2-2007 compliant format using safety orange background color, black type and graphic, and Arial font (ANSI Z535.1-2006). Signs complying with this format may be ordered from many commercial safety sign manufacturers on a wide variety of materials. Computer software is commercially available to print this and other safety signs on color printers.

1-11 REPAIR OR CORRECTION OF IMPAIRMENTS TO SYSTEM OR

FEATURE PERFORMANCE

1-11.1 Impairments affecting the performance of installed fire protection features shall be corrected immediately when identified using the highest priority in the appropriate work identification and management system These processes meet the

OSHA general industry standards requirements for repair or correction of impairments (29 CFR Part 1910.160(b)(2) and 160(b)(6)).

In addition, 10 USC § 1794 requires that deficiencies within military child care activities that are not corrected within 90 days must have an approved waiver from the Service Secretary, without which the activity shall be closed. Waivers must be approved prior to the conclusion of the 90-day period to prevent closure of the activity.

1-11.2 The maintenance activity must notify the local fire authority and the facility or area user when impairments cannot be corrected immediately when identified. The maintenance activity must also advise the facility or area user of the need to post the signs specified in paragraph 1-10. The fire authority shall advise and consult with the facility or area user to determine the immediate measures that must be taken to ensure personnel safety and mission continuity.

1-11.3 When the impairment will exist for more than 72 hours, the local maintenance activity, the local fire authority, the local safety authority, and the facility or area user shall jointly develop written compensatory measures to ensure personnel safety and, to the maximum degree possible, mission continuity. Normally the facility user is the lead to coordinate the compensatory measures package. The jointly developed package must also identify the remaining mission risk exposure. In the absence of compensatory measures, the facility shall be evacuated or operations stopped. Implementation of compensatory measures shall not reduce the priority of the correction of the impairment.

The need for mitigating measures is typically determined on a case-by-case basis. This considers the building, occupancy type, nature and duration of impairment, building occupancy level during the impairment period, active work being conducted on the fire protection features during the impairment, condition of other fire protection systems and features (e.g., sprinklers, structural compartmentation), and hazards and assets at risk.

Appropriate mitigating measures could range from simple occupant notification to increased fire safety checks or inspections by user or installation fire and safety personnel to full-time fire watch; i.e., measures could range from minor operational changes to completely ceasing operations. Determining factors vary from testing-related impairments and maintenance activities during normal business through extensive impairments to high-value, high-hazard situations.

1-11.3.1 The maintenance activity must inform installation and operational commanders of new impairments not corrected within 72 hours, of the jointly developed compensatory measures being recommended, and of the remaining mission risk exposure.

1-11.3.2 Commanders may require evacuation of the workplace until impairments are corrected (OSHA general industry standard: 29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart L App A).

1-11.3.3 Commanders may also limit operations and have an emergency action plan that specifies evacuation actions (OSHA general industry standard: 29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart L App A).

1-11.3.4 A fire watch is a dedicated function: the individual(s) assigned fire watch responsibilities as mitigating or compensatory measures would not be expected to have other duties beyond fire safety, occupational safety, or security. Normally, dedicated fire safety, occupational safety, or security personnel may be assigned to conduct mitigating or compensatory fire watch activities as part of their normal functions.

1-12 SYSTEM IMPAIRMENTS AND REPAIRS AND CORRECTIONS

REPORTING

The maintenance activity must regularly inform installation and operational commanders, not less than twice a year, of the system impairments, compensatory measures in place, projected correction completions, and corrections completed since the last report.

Figure 1-1. System Out-of-Service or Impaired Sign

CHAPTER 2

FACILITY SYSTEMS

2-1 RCM METHODOLOGY

The objective of ITM for fixed fire protection systems is to assure that the systems will function on demand. RCM analysis identifies any defects responsible for system malfunction and how they can be detected and corrected before a fire. A byproduct of RCM analysis is a list of ITM tasks and how often they must be accomplished (frequencies) to achieve a desired reliability (0.99 for this UFC; see paragraph 1-6). The methodology used to develop the ITM tasks in this UFC is summarized in AFCESA/CES Technical Report 01-10, “Risk Based Reliability Centered Maintenance of DOD Fire Protection Systems.” The model used in the report assumed a system demand of one event in fifty (1/50) years and a task effectiveness (ITM done right) of 99 percent. This RCM analysis emphasized task effectiveness (“Is it the right thing to do and is it done right?”) and timeliness (“Is it done before a demand?”). The resulting list of tasks and frequencies, therefore, considered frequency and probabilities of demands and failures.

2-1.1 Features Requiring Maintenance All fire protection features installed in DOD facilities must be maintained in accordance with this UFC. Features that have been disabled in place pending removal are not considered installed.

2-1.2 Unrequired Features A critical component of any reliability-centered maintenance program is ensuring that the components being maintained are required to be present. Fire protection features not specifically required by UFC 3-600-01 shall be removed to minimize the maintenance workload burden. Unrequired features can be abandoned in place pending final removal if all public interface devices are removed.

2-2 ITM TASK DESCRIPTIONS AND FREQUENCIES

Note: Military family housing (MFH) systems are addressed in Chapter 3.

2-2.1 Task Descriptions The ITM tasks in tables 2-1 through 2-26 and 3-1 and 3-2 were selected to ensure that the fire protection system would function on demand. Technical tasks must be performed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2-2.1.1 Supervised Components Supervision of components increases the likelihood that conditions or faults will be detected without an inspection activity. In these cases, the ITM task is to respond to the alarm and to test the supervisor device (e.g., valve tamper switch) periodically.

Accordingly, the tables reflect the improved fault or condition detection by specifying less frequent inspections. Different frequencies are recommended for monitored and for unmonitored fire alarm control equipment. A monitored system is a system that transmits trouble alarms to a supervisory station.

2-2.1.2 Event-Driven Tests Some tests should be event driven. For example, a main drain test is intended to verify the open condition of a control valve to a sprinkler or water spray system, and needs to be done only when the control valve has been operated for maintenance or testing.

2-2.1.3 Excluded National Fire Code Tasks Some tasks recommended in the National Fire Codes are not included in these frequency tables. The detailed analysis documented in AFCESA/CES Technical Report 01-10 excluded tasks that did not contribute to the overall system operational reliability and did not need to be performed. These deleted tasks do not improve the operability of the systems because: (1) the faults they detect are not significant; (2) the faults are detected by other tasks or means; or (3) the faults will be self-evident (“fix it when it breaks”) and do no significantly impair the system. The deleted tasks are not required to be accomplished and shall not be included in reoccurring maintenance programs.

2-2.1.4 Non-ITM Activities Inspection activities listed at the end of each ITM table are not part of the ITM program but are part of building overall inspection and are listed for information only. They were not included in the model used to develop the 99 percent reliability requirements;

however, they should be incorporated into each DOD component activity's fire prevention, safety, facility condition, and related inspection or evaluation program.

2-2.1.5 Medical Facilities For medical facilities that require Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) accreditation, follow the tasks frequencies indicated in the related NFPA codes and standards.

2-2.1.6 Fire Extinguishers Fire extinguisher and fire extinguisher cabinet maintenance are not addressed in this UFC.

2-2.2 Fire Detection and Alarm Systems The type and frequency of ITM tasks for fire detection and alarm systems depend on whether the system is monitored or not. Guidance on the tasks in Table 2-1 is contained in the “Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance” section of NFPA Standard 72 (NFPA 72).

Residential smoke detectors are addressed in Chapter 3 of this UFC.

Fire alarm systems with more than two abnormal conditions (trouble conditions) are outside their minimum tested or listed operating parameters and may not meet their performance requirement for receipt or transmission of subsequent alarm or additional trouble conditions.

WARNING

Any fire alarm system with more than three unexplained activations (fire indication conditions) in a 6-month period is experiencing a system instability that should be evaluated by a technician or engineer, and appropriate corrective measures should be implemented immediately.

WARNING

Alarm systems in a TROUBLE condition should be able to transmit an ALARM condition while in trouble; however, because this is not considered to be a normal or acceptable alarm system status, immediate maintenance action is indicated.

CAUTION

Any fire alarm system with more than three explained activations (fire indications) resulting from non-fire events being mistaken for actual fires should be evaluated by a technician or engineer to determine if corrective actions are necessary.

NOTE

Table 2-1. Fire Detection and Alarm System ITM Tasks

Frequency Component Tasks Monthly 1. Control Panels and

Annunciator Equipment (unmonitored only)

1. Inspect panel condition (connections, fuses, light-emitting diodes [LED]).

Annual

1. Control Panel and Annunciator Equipment (monitored)

1. Test to verify proper receipt of alarm, supervisory, and trouble signals (inputs) and operation of notification appliances and auxiliary functions (outputs).

2. Verify that all lamps and LEDs are illuminated.

3. Load test backup batteries (when provided).

2. Initiating Devices:

a. Manual Fire Alarm

Stations

1. Verify station is accessible (visual).

b. Radiant Energy Detectors (Optical Detectors)

1. Test to verify alarm initiation and receipt.

2. Verify no facility change that affects performance.

c. Gas Detectors 1. Test to verify alarm initiation and receipt.

2. Verify no facility change that affects performance.

3. Notification Appliances and Voice Communication (telephone, speakers, horns, and strobe lights)

1. Test to verify operability.

4. Digital Alarm Transmitters and Receivers

1. Test to verify operability.

Table 2-1. Fire Detection and Alarm System ITM Tasks (Continued)

Frequency Component Tasks 2 Years 1. Initiating Devices:

a. Manual Fire Alarm

Stations

1. Operate to verify alarm receipt.

b. Heat Detectors (restorable) (Remove devices not required by

UFC 3-600-01.)

1. Test with a heat source to verify alarm initiating and receipt.

2. Verify no facility change that affects performance.

c. Smoke Detectors (single-station detectors, system detectors, and air sampling detectors) (Remove devices not required by UFC 3-600-01 or other directives.)

1. Test with manufacturer-approved smoke simulant to verify smoke entry and alarm initiation and receipt.

2. Verify no facility change that affects performance.

d. Supervisory Devices (low air pressure, temperature, water level)

1. Test to verify initiation and receipt of supervisory alarm.

5 Years 1. Smoke Detectors (Remove devices not required by

UFC 3-600-01.)

1. Test detector sensitivity to ensure that the detector has remained within its listed and marked sensitivity range (or 4 percent obscuration light gray smoke, if not marked).

As Part of Building

Inspection

Entire System 1. Visually check:

a. Detectors unblocked and uncovered.

b. Panels secured and indicator lamps functional.

c. Notification appliances in place.

d. Manual stations in place and unobstructed.

2. Exercise evacuation notification appliances for audibility, clarity, and visibility.

2-2.3 Wet Pipe Automatic Sprinkler Systems Technical guidance on the tasks in Table 2-2 is contained in NFPA 25. Residential sprinklers are addressed in Chapter 3.

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 10 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings require immediate evaluation to determine the cause.

CAUTION

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 20 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings indicate an emergency situation. Immediate distribution system flow testing (paragraph 2-2.11) is indicated. Immediately conduct main drain tests on all adjacent sprinkler systems to determine the extent to which the sprinkler systems are compromised.

WARNING

Table 2-2. Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Frequency Component Tasks Monthly 1. Control Valves (without seal, lock, or electric supervision)

1. Verify valve position.

Annual 1. Control Valves (sealed, locked, or electrically supervised)

1. Verify valve position.

2. Waterflow Alarm Devices

1. Operate to verify initiation and receipt of alarm.

2. Verify alarm test valve alignment and tamper switch (if sealed or electrically supervised).

3. Alarm Valve and Trim 1. Visually check the exterior of valves, gauges, trim alignment.

2. Verify valve pressure and legibility of the hydraulic nameplate.

4. Main Drain 1. Conduct a main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3- by 5-inch (3x5) tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

3. Compare results with results from previous main drain tests and original acceptance test.

4. Verify that the results are within acceptable limits or identify corrective measures.

Table 2-2. Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Frequency Component Tasks Annual

(Continued)

5. Fire Department

Connection

1. Verify accessibility and condition.

2. If caps are removed or missing, check for obstructions.

2 Years 1. Control Valves 1. Operate valve through entire travel to verify function.

2. Lubricate valves and stems to ensure operability.

5 Years 1. Alarm Valve 1. Clean and inspect internally to verify condition.

2. Anti-freeze Loops 1. Confirm correct solution mixture.

10 Years 1. Gauges 1. Recalibrate or replace gauges.

20 Years 1. Fast Response Sprinklers and Extra High Temperature Sprinklers

1. Test sample sprinklers to verify response characteristics.

50 Years 1. Standard Sprinklers 1. Replace or test a sample of sprinklers to verify response characteristics.

Following System

Modification or Repair

1. Main Drain (following maintenance or repair action requiring the water supply to be shut off)

1. Conduct main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

As Part of Building

Inspection

Entire System Visually check:

1. Pipe hangers.

2. Sprinklers for obstruction.

3. Piping for leaks.

4. Riser condition.

2-2.4 Dry Pipe Automatic Sprinkler Systems Technical guidance for these tasks is contained in NFPA 25.

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 10 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings require immediate evaluation to determine the cause.

CAUTION

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 20 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings indicate an emergency situation. Immediate distribution system flow testing (paragraph 2-2.11) is indicated. Immediately conduct main drain tests on all adjacent sprinkler systems to determine the extent to which the sprinkler systems are compromised.

Table 2-3. Dry Pipe Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Frequency Component Tasks Monthly 1. Control Valves (without seal, lock, or electric supervision)

1. Verify valve position.

Annual 1. Control Valves (sealed, locked, or electrically supervised)

1. Verify valve position.

2. Waterflow Alarm Devices 1. Operate to verify initiation and receipt of alarm.

2. Verify alarm test valve alignment and tamper switch (if sealed or electrically supervised).

3. Dry Pipe Alarm Valve and Trim

1. Visually inspect the exterior of valves, gauges, trim alignment.

2. Verify valve pressure and legibility of the hydraulic nameplate.

4. Main Drain 1. Conduct main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

3. Compare results with results from previous main drain tests and original acceptance test.

4. Verify that the results are within acceptable limits or identify corrective measures.

5. Fire Department Connection

1. Verify accessibility and condition.

2. If caps are removed or missing, check for obstructions.

6. Dry Pipe Alarm Valve

Enclosure Heating

1. Verify operability at the beginning of the heating season (annually for constant cold areas).

7. Low Temperature Alarm 1. Verify initiation and receipt of alarm at the beginning of the heating season.

Table 2-3. Dry Pipe Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Frequency Component Tasks Annual

(Continued)

8. Low Point Drains 1. Drain all low points to remove condensation prior to the cold season.

2 Years

1. Control Valves 1. Operate valve through entire travel to verify function.

2. Lubricate valve stem.

2. Dry Pipe Alarm Valves 1. Trip valve to verify operability.

2. Inspect internal condition before resetting, and clean valve seat.

3. Check priming water level (before and after trip test).

3. Quick-Opening Devices 1. Test to verify operability.

4. Low Air Pressure Alarm 1. Test to verify initiation and receipt of supervisory alarm.

5. Automatic Air Pressure

Maintenance Devices

1. Inspect to verify proper operation.

5 Years 1. Strainers 1. Inspect internally and clean to verify condition.

10 Years 1. Gauges 1. Recalibrate or replace gauges.

20 Years 1. Fast Response Sprinklers and Extra High Temperature Sprinklers

1. Test sample sprinklers to verify response characteristics.

50 Years 1. Standard Sprinkler 1. Replace or test a sample of sprinklers to verify response characteristics.

Following System

Modification or Repair

1. Main Drain (following maintenance or repair action requiring the water supply to be shut off)

1. Conduct main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

As Part of Building

Inspection

Entire System Visually check:

1. Pipe hangers.

2. Heads for obstruction.

3. Piping for leaks.

4. Riser condition.

5. Sprinkler spares.

2-2.5 Deluge Sprinkler Systems Detection devices for actuation are addressed in paragraph 2-2.2. Technical guidance on the tasks is contained in NFPA 25 and NFPA 15.

CAUTION

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 10 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings require immediate evaluation to determine the cause.

WARNING

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 20 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings indicate an emergency situation. Immediate distribution system flow testing (paragraph 2-2.11) is indicated. Immediately conduct main drain tests on all adjacent sprinkler systems to determine the extent to which the sprinkler systems are compromised.

Table 2-4. Deluge Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Frequency Component Tasks Monthly 1. Control Valves (without seal, lock, or electric supervision)

1. Verify valve position.

1. Control Valves (sealed, locked, or electrically supervised)

1. Verify valve position.

2. Waterflow Alarm Devices 1. Operate to verify initiation and receipt of alarm.

2. Verify alarm test valve alignment and tamper switch (if sealed or electrically supervised).

3. Deluge Alarm Valve and Trim

1. Inspect the exterior of valves, gauges, trim alignment.

2. Verify valve pressure and legibility of the hydraulic nameplate.

4. Main Drain 1. Conduct a main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

3. Compare results with results from previous main drain tests and original acceptance test.

4. Verify that the results are within

Table 2-4. Deluge Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Frequency Component Tasks

(Continued)

5. Fire Department Connection

1. Verify accessibility and condition.

2. If caps are removed or missing, check for obstructions.

6. Valve and Riser Heated

Enclosure (if provided)

1. Verify operability at the beginning of the heating season.

7. Low Temperature Alarm 1. Verify initiation and receipt of alarm at the beginning of the heating season.

2 Years 1. Control Valves 1. Operate valve through entire travel to verify function.

2. Lubricate valve stem.

2. Deluge Valve 1. Trip to verify operability.

2. Verify that manual actuators are operable.

3. Inspect the internal condition and clean valve seat before resetting.

3. Low Point Drains 1. Drain all low points after deluge valve test and before cold weather.

5 Years 1. Strainers 1. Inspect internally and clean to verify condition.

10 Years 1. Gauges 1. Recalibrate or replace.

2. Deluge Valve 1. Conduct full flow test.

Following System

Modification or Repair

1. Main Drain (following maintenance or repair action requiring the water supply to be shut off)

1. Conduct main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

As Part of Building

Inspection

Entire System 1. Visually check:

a. Pipe hangers.

b. Sprinklers for obstruction.

c. Piping for leaks.

d. Riser condition.

e. Sprinkler spares.

2. Ensure:

a. Detectors unblocked/uncovered.

b. Panels secured and indicator lamps functional.

c. Notification appliances in place.

d. Manual stations in place and unobstructed.

2-2.6 Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems Detection devices for actuation are addressed in paragraph 2-2.2. Technical guidance on the tasks is contained in NFPA 25.

CAUTION

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 10 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings require immediate evaluation to determine the cause.

WARNING

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 20 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings indicate an emergency situation. Immediate distribution system flow testing (paragraph 2-2.11) is indicated. Immediately conduct main drain tests on all adjacent sprinkler systems to determine the extent to which the sprinkler systems are compromised.

Table 2-5. Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks

Frequency Component Tasks Monthly 1. Control Valves (without seal, lock, or electric supervision)

1. Verify valve position.

Annual 1. Control Valves (sealed, locked, or electrically supervised)

1. Verify valve position.

2. Waterflow Alarm Devices 1. Operate to verify initiation and receipt of alarm.

2. Verify alarm test valve alignment and tamper switch (if sealed or electrically supervised).

3. Pre-Action Valve and Trim

1. Inspect the exterior of valves, gauges, trim alignment.

2. Verify valve pressure and legibility of the hydraulic nameplate.

4. Main Drain 1. Conduct a main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

3. Compare results with results from previous main drain tests and original acceptance test.

4. Verify that the results are within

Table 2-5. Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Frequency Component Tasks Annual

(Continued)

5. Fire Department

Connection

1. Verify accessibility and condition.

2. If caps are removed or missing, check for obstructions.

6. Valve and Riser Heated

Enclosure (if provided)

1. Verify operability at beginning of heating season.

7. Low Temperature Alarm 1. Verify initiation and receipt of alarm at the beginning of the heating season.

2 Years 1. Control Valves 1. Operate valve through entire travel to verify function.

2. Lubricate valve stem.

2. Pre-Action Valve 1. Trip to verify proper operation.

2. Verify manual actuators (if provided).

3. Inspect internal condition and clean valve seat before resetting.

3. Low Point Drains 1. Drain all low points after pre-action valve trip test and before cold weather (if unheated area).

4. Air Supply (if present) 1. Test the automatic air pressure maintenance device.

2. Test the low air supply alarm.

5 Years 1. Strainers 1. Clean and inspect the interior to verify condition.

10 Years 1. Gauges 1. Recalibrate or replace gauges.

20 Years 1. Fast-Response Sprinklers and Extra High Temperature Sprinklers

1. Test a sample of sprinklers to verify response characteristics.

50 Years 1. Closed-Head Sprinklers 1. Replace or test sample closed-head sprinklers to verify response characteristics.

Table 2-5. Pre-Action Automatic Sprinkler Systems ITM Tasks (Continued)

Frequency Component Tasks Following System

Modification or Repair

1. Main Drain (following maintenance or repair action requiring the water supply to be shut off)

1. Conduct main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

As Part of Building

Inspection

Entire System 1. Visually check:

a. Pipe hangers.

b. Sprinklers for obstruction.

c. Piping for leaks.

d. Riser condition.

e. Sprinkler spares.

2. Ensure:

a. Manual stations in place and unobstructed.

b. Detectors unblocked/uncovered.

c. Panels secured and indicator lamps functional.

d. Notification appliances in place.

2-2.7 Water Spray Systems Detection devices for actuation are addressed in paragraph 2-2.2. Technical guidance on these tasks is contained in NFPA 25.

CAUTION

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 10 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings require immediate evaluation to determine the cause.

WARNING

Main drain static or residual test pressures that vary more than 20 percent from the previous test readings or the original acceptance readings indicate an emergency situation. Immediate distribution system flow testing (paragraph 2-2.11) is indicated. Immediately conduct main drain tests on all adjacent sprinkler systems to determine the extent to which the sprinkler systems are compromised.

Table 2-6. Water Spray Systems ITM Tasks

Frequency Component Tasks Monthly 1. Control Valves (without seal, lock, or electric supervision)

1. Verify valve position.

Annual 1. Control Valves (sealed, locked, or electrically supervised)

1. Verify valve position.

2. Waterflow Alarm Devices 1. Operate to verify initiation and receipt of alarm.

2. Verify alarm test valve alignment and tamper switch (if sealed or electrically supervised).

3. Pre-Action Valve and Trim

1. Inspect the exterior of valves, gauges, trim alignment.

2. Verify valve pressure and legibility of the hydraulic nameplate.

4. Main Drain 1. Conduct a main drain test to verify supply (valve position).

2. Document static and residual pressure readings on a 3x5 tag and secure it to the system pressure gauge.

3. Compare results with results from previous main drain tests and original acceptance test.

4. Verify that the results are within acceptable limits or identify corrective measures.

5. Fire Department Connection

1. Verify accessibility and condition.

2. If caps are removed or missing, check for obstructions.

6. Valve and Riser

Enclosure Heater

1. Verify operability at the beginning of the heating season.

7. Low Temperature Alarm 1. Verify initiation and receipt of alarm at the beginning of the heating season.

2 Years 1. Control Valves 1. Operate valve through entire travel to verify…