IVHM Sprinkler Inspection Appendix A~1.docx

Sprinkler Inspection Appendix A

Quarterly inspections completed on the wet sprinkler systems

· Main Drain Test

· Record the static water supply pressure in psi as indicated on the lower pressure gauge. Open the main drain and allow water flow to stabilize.

· Record the residual water supply pressure while water is flowing from the main drain as indicated on the lower pressure gauge in psi.

· Close the main drain (slowly).

· Fire Department Connections

· Verify connection is visible and accessible, not damaged, caps or plugs are in place, identification sign is in place, and automatic drain is working properly.

· Wet Pipe System Flow Alarm

· Test water-flow alarms by opening the inspector’s test valve.

· Dry Pipe Priming Level

· Check dry priming water level by opening the test valve and checking for a small amount of water to discharge. If no water flows out of the test line, add priming water.

· Dry Pipe System Low-Air-Pressure Alarm

· Close the water supply valve and carefully open inspector’s test valve to reduce air pressure slowly. Confirm operation of low-pressure alarm, record air pressure at which low-pressure alarm activated, close inspector test allows air pressure to rise to normal, then open water supply valve.

· Dry Pipe System Flow Alarm

· Open the alarm bypass valve.

· Control Valves

· Close valves and reopen until spring or tension is felt—back valve 1/4 turn.

· Hydraulic Nameplate

· If system was hydraulically calculated, assure nameplate is legible and securely attached to riser.

Annual inspections on the wet and dry sprinkler systems

· Wet System

· Main Drain Test

· Record the static water supply pressure in psi as indicated on the lower pressure gauge. Open the main drain and allow water flow to stabilize.

· Record the residual water supply pressure while water is flowing from the main drain as indicated on the lower pressure gauge in psi.

· Close the main drain (slowly).

· Fire Department Connections

· Verify connection is visible and accessible, not damaged, caps or plugs are in place, identification sign is in place, and automatic drain is working properly.

· Wet Pipe System Flow Alarm

· Test water-flow alarms by opening the inspector’s test valve.

· Dry Pipe Priming Level

· Check dry priming water level by opening the test valve and checking for a small amount of water to discharge. If no water flows out of the test line, add priming water.

· Dry Pipe System Low-Air-Pressure Alarm

· Close the water supply valve and carefully open inspector’s test valve to reduce air pressure slowly. Confirm operation of low-pressure alarm, record air pressure at which low-pressure alarm activated, close inspector test allows air pressure to rise to normal, then open water supply valve.

· Dry Pipe System Flow Alarm

· Open the alarm bypass valve.

· Control Valves

· Close valves and reopen until spring or tension is felt—back valve 1/4 turn.

· Hydraulic Nameplate

· If system was hydraulically calculated, assure nameplate is legible and securely attached to riser.

· Dry System

· Partial trip record valve manufacturer, size, model

· Location of valve

· Air pressure and water pressure

· Size and location of test valve

· Record how many turns required for trip

· Air, water trip pressures and time for trip to occur

· Comment on valve condition- body, moving parts, rubber facing, seats, and reset

· Verify activation of alarms

· Verify and give quantity of low points drained

· Verify water control valves open and secure

· Verify alarm control valve left open and secure

Sprinkler system is located through out 10 buildings and interconnects

· (94) tamper switches

· (76) flow devices

· (7) low air devices

· Vendor shall coordinate system work schedule with Chief Engineer Office, Fire and Safety Officer or other designated representatives, to prevent interruption of critical building systems, equipment, and accessibility and to ensure proper notification to building occupants.

· In the event the vendor determines that a problem exists the Chief Engineer, Fire and Safety Officer or designated representative shall be notified prior to any repairs being initiated. Additionally, if the vendor is unable to correct the problem due to manufacture’s propriety rights, the Chief Engineer, Fire and Safety Officer or a designee must be notified. If required the facility shall schedule and coordinate control equipment repairs with the system manufacturer, system installer or their designated certified service provider.

· If emergency serviced is required during normal working days, which are Monday-Friday, between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm overtime rates will not be paid.

· All general testing, maintenance or requested service work shall be performed during normal workdays, which is Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm unless prior approval from the Chief Engineer, Fire and Safety Officer or his/her designee.

· Vendor is responsible for responding to routine service calls within twenty-four (24) hours from the time of notification. Failure to respond within the 4-hour time limit will be ground for cancellation of this contract.

· All system impairments resulting in the loss or operation of affecting the protection system or any portion thereof must be promptly reported to the facility Chief Engineer, Fire and Safety Officer or his/her designee, so that alternative safety procedures can be initiated.

· All parts and/or materials purchased by vendor for use at the facility by the contractor will be reimbursed at no more than 10 percent of vendors purchase cost.

· Receipts for parts and/or materials are to be attached to the invoice submitted to the facility for payment.

· No travel time or time away from facility procuring parts will be paid by the facility.

· Vendor will be required to check status of parts and equipment for warranty prior to purchasing and installing new parts or equipment.

· Vendor is to ensure work areas are clean and clear of debris after work is completed.

· Vendor must ensure facility sprinkler system is within the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 25 guidelines.

· Vendor must have valid Illinois Sprinkler Licensing.