Ft_Greely_Fire_Criteria_Signed.pdf

Ft Greely Fire Detection / Fire Protection / Fire Suppression / Mass Notification Installation Criteria

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Note: These provisions are FGA Minimum standards. Where specific contract documents require more than this standard, contractor will be expected to comply with contract requirements.

1. REFERENCE AND MANUALS

1.1. UFC 3-600-01

1.2. NFPA 13

1.3. NFPA 14

1.4. NFPA 17

1.5. NFPA 25

1.6. NFPA 70

1.7. NFPA 72

1.8. NFPA 101

1.9. UFGS 28 3264.00

2. DEFINITIONS

2.1. AAAF: Allen Army Air Field.

2.2. ACU: Autonomous Control Unit(s)

2.3. AHJ: Authority Having Jurisdiction: For issues regarding fire protection, fire alarm, fire suppression, etc. at Ft Greely, any Reference to the "authority having jurisdiction" (or

“AHJ”) shall be interpreted to mean the Ft. Greely Fire Chief.

2.4. BMNS: Building Mass Notification System.

2.5. Dispatch: FGA Emergency Dispatch

2.6. DPTMS: Ft. Greely Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security.

2.7. FA: Fire Alarm.

2.8. FACP: Fire Alarm Control Panel.

2.9. FDC: Fire Department Pumper Connection.

2.10. FGA: Fort Greely, Alaska.

2.11. FGA Garrison: Fort Greely, Alaska in its entirety except for the MDC.

Fort Greely Fire Detection / Fire Protection / Fire Suppression Installation Criteria

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2.12. FGFD: Ft Greely Fire Department

2.13. FGFPO: Ft Greely Fire Prevention Office.

2.14. Fire Detector: as used in this document shall refer to all fire detecting sensors, including point-type smoke detectors, fixed-temperature spot-type heat detectors, rate-of-rise spot-type heat detectors (rate-of-rise spot type heat detectors are not normally approved for use at FGA), rate-compensating spot-type heat detectors, linear heat detection sensing wire, incipient fire detection devices, very early smoke detection appliances, beam smoke detectors, infrared flame detectors, ultra violet flame detectors, and any combination of the above sensor types.

2.15. Frequency: FT. Greely frequency is 150.3625 MHz.

2.16. HPSA: High-Power Speaker Array

2.17. IDC: Initiating Device Circuit.

2.18. LOC: Local Operator Console(s).

2.19. MDC: Missile Defense Complex.

2.20. NAC: Notification Appliance Circuit.

2.21. NH: American National Fire Hose Connection Screw Threads.

2.22. SLC: Signaling Line Circuit.

2.23. System Components (Electrical): as used in this document (in reference to electronic fire systems) shall refer to all Fire Alarm Control Panels, all Auxiliary Power Supply Panels, all Releasing Panels, all Pull Stations, all Fire Detectors, all Test Switches, and all modules, relays, etc. required to constitute a complete, fully functional system. (See also next paragraph.)

2.24. System Components (Water Based): as used in this document (in reference to water-based fire systems) shall refer to all Fire Sprinkler Control Valves, all Isolation Valves, all Drain Valves, all Manual Release Stations, all Compressors, all Tanks, and all Pumps, all Dry Valves, all Preaction Valves, all Deluge Valves, all Check Valves, all FDC’s, all

Hose Valves, and all piping, supports, braces, sprinklers, etc. required to constitute a complete, fully functional system. (See also previous paragraph.)

2.25. UVICH: As used in this document refers to a Federal Signal UVICH (Ultra Voice Indoor

Controller, Two-way VHF).

2.26. Wide Area Mass Notification Systems: WAMNS

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3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

3.1. General Construction (The following requirements shall apply to ALL

CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS at FGA):

3.1.1. All work performed at Fort Greely is to be done by professionals in a workmanlike manner. Contractor is responsible to provide top quality products and workmanship.

3.1.2. In referenced NFPA publications, the advisory provisions shall be mandatory, as though the word "shall" had been substituted for "should" wherever it appears unless approved by the AHJ. All reference to the "authority having jurisdiction" (AHJ) shall be interpreted to mean the Ft. Greely Fire Chief.

3.1.3. During construction, addition, installation, and/or remodel of any fire or notification system at FGA, the persons performing the work, shall maintain accurate “Red Line”

As-built documents. A complete set of the approved construction documents shall be maintained at the jobsite, and all modifications or changes to the approved documents, shall be captured immediately and ‘red-lined’ onto the As-built documents at least daily. The As-built documents shall be available for inspection on the jobsite whenever construction activities are occurring. Following completion of the project, complete, accurate As-built documents shall be submitted to the Owner.

As-built documents shall be required to show the sequence of operation table, details of the different devices, battery calculations, conduit fill calculations, specific location of all system components, specific manufacturer and part/model number of all system components, all the external wiring connections, the exact run of all conduit, the quantity of wires (conduit fills), wire color code(s), specific location of every initiating device, module, and any major junction boxes, and each auxiliary power supply panel, releasing panel, or other type auxiliary panel. As-built documents will also show loop number and the address of each addressable device or module, and each auxiliary power supply panel, releasing panel, or other type auxiliary panel. Per NFPA 72 2006 3.3.156. Detailed AS-BUILT information shall be delivered to DPW Engineering for every fire alarm, fire suppression, fire sprinkler, or other type of fire protection system installed at FGA.

3.1.4. Contractor shall install semi-recessed portable fire extinguisher cabinets (in finished areas) and brackets (in unfinished areas). Cabinets and brackets in low hazard areas shall be sized to support a minimum 10-pound ABC rated extinguisher. Cabinets located in higher hazard areas shall be determined on a case by case basis with input from the owner and the AHJ. Permanently affixed signage shall be provided in location where bracket mounted fire extinguishers are to be installed. Fire extinguisher cabinets or brackets shall be provided where required by UFC 3-600-01 and NFPA 101. Placement and installation of cabinets and brackets shall be within 10 feet of each exit and in accordance with NFPA 10, Portable Fire Extinguishers.

Contractor shall include the minimum ABC ratings on the life safety plans based on the hazard of contents and floor area covered.

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3.1.5. Contractor shall provide and install Knox Box(s) (factory-keyed for Ft Greely).

Coordinate with the Fort Greely Fire Department to obtain ordering information and signed paperwork. Location shall be subject to AHJ approval, and Contractor shall be responsible for installing the Knox Box(s) at the location pre-approved by the

AHJ. Whenever possible the Knox box shall be hinged door recessed mount type.

Additional Knox Box(s) shall be provided at gated vehicle entrance(s).

3.1.6. Fire rated assemblies shall be listed in the UL Fire Protection Directory.

3.1.7. All penetrations of rated assemblies (i.e.: penetrations through floor slabs, fire-rated walls, partitions with fire rated doors, corridor walls, and vertical service shafts) shall be sealed with an appropriate UL fire-stopping assembly. Assembly shall be applied in a workmanlike manner. Complete information containing manufacturer’s name, product ID, and UL assembly number shall be legibly posted on sign near penetration on at least one side. If surface(s) is to be painted, sign(s) shall be protected or shall be installed following application of paint to avoid damage.

3.1.8. All AC-powered Fire/Life Safety system components (including all network devices), all exit signs, and all emergency lighting shall be on separate dedicated circuits.

Dedicated AC circuits shall be 120V minimum 20A.

3.1.9. All AC-powered Fire/Life Safety system components (including all network devices), all exit signs, and all emergency lighting shall have dedicated secondary power supplies as required by Code.

3.1.10. In cases where there is no specific Code requirement regarding secondary power (i.e.:

powered network devices, switches, hubs, fiber transceivers, MUX, Ethernet devices, lantronics devices, workstations), dedicated secondary power supplies shall be sized to provide uninterrupted normal operation of the device for a minimum of 48 hours.

3.1.11. Individual secondary power supplies are not allowed, unless specifically pre-approved by the AHJ, on a case-by-case basis.

3.1.12. In buildings which have UPS power, facility-provided UPS Power may be used as secondary power supply to AC-powered Fire/Life Safety system components if specifically pre-approved by the AHJ (on a case-by-case basis).

3.1.13. A standard duplex AC power receptacle shall be provided within 5’ of every AC-powered FA and/or BMNS system component. Where appropriate (and when sufficient space exists), power receptacle may be mounted within the component’s locking panel enclosure. AC power receptacles may be permanently wired to other power receptacles, but shall not be connected to the dedicated circuit which supplies the AC-powered FA and/or BMNS system component.

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3.1.14. Roof drains shall discharge a minimum of 15 feet away from any man door and from any FDC. All drain outflows shall be configured such that water runs away from walkways and FDC’s.

3.1.15. Non-system type fire detectors shall not be installed in buildings with fire alarm systems.

3.1.16. Emergency lighting and light switches shall be provided in all unoccupied spaces.

3.1.17. Fire/smoke doors in egress path shall be held open by magnetic devices controlled by the fire alarm panel. Smoke detectors shall be provided at all doors held open by magnetic hold open devices, regardless of door type. Location of smoke detectors shall comply with NFPA 72. Unless specifically approved by AHJ, all smoke detectors used to release doors shall be fire alarm system detectors.

3.1.18. All elevator shafts and machine rooms shall be protected with 2-hour fire-rated barriers.

3.1.19. All recycle rooms shall be protected with 1-hour fire-rated barriers per NFPA 82.

3.2. GENERAL FIRE / MASS NOTIFICATION – ALL (In addition to requirements found in other parts of this document, the following requirements shall apply to all work involving FIRE DETECTION, FIRE PROTECTION (all types), FIRE

SUPPRESSION and/or MASS NOTIFICATION at FGA):

3.2.1. Under the terms of UFC 3-600-01, all major projects involving design or modification of fire rated construction, fire detection, fire suppression or life safety systems require the services and review of a qualified Fire Protection Engineer (FPE).

For qualification see UFC 3-600-01 paragraph 1-5.

3.2.2. All fire alarm, suppression releasing and mass notification system panels and devices shall be terminated by either a NICET level II technician or an individual licensed by the State of Alaska for fire alarm system installation (Class IC). This individual shall be factory-trained by the panel’s manufacturer on the specific panel(s) and devices being installed. Proof of qualifications and factory training shall be submitted to AHJ prior to work under this section.

3.2.3. The installing Contractor shall provide the following NICET Fire Alarm Technicians to perform the installation of the system. A NICET Level 3 (minimum) Fire Alarm

Technician shall supervise installation of the fire alarm system. A NICET Level 2

(minimum) Fire Alarm Technician shall install and terminate system components. A journeyman electrician or NICET Level 1 (minimum) Fire Alarm Technician shall install conduit and wire.

3.2.4. All fire protection control valves shall be electronically supervised by the FACP.

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3.2.5. In accordance with UFC 3-520-01, surge suppressors shall be provided for the A/C branch circuit providing power to any fire alarm or mass notification panels or other

A/C-powered system components (i.e.: air-compressors for sprinkler systems).

3.2.6. For major projects, at the initial design conference, or at another time convenient to all parties prior to final design submission, the fire protection engineer shall meet with the Fort Greely Fire authorities to review all the fire protection aspects of the design. The Contractor shall submit a signed summary sheet of all attendees, indicating meeting was conducted in accordance with contract requirements.

3.2.7. For each fire alarm, mass notification, or electronically-released fire suppression project, the sequence of operations matrix shall be included in the submittal, construction and as-built drawings. The sequence of operations matrix shall reflect all the system devices and their actual sequence of operations.

3.2.8. Materials and equipment to be furnished under contract shall be the current design products of manufacturers regularly engaged in production of such equipment, and shall have been tested by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. and listed in UL Fire

Protection Directory or approved by FM Global for the intended use.

3.2.9. When installing a mass notification system, or a combined fire alarm and mass notification system, provide LOC at a location specified by the AHJ. The occupants of the building must be able to access the LOC.

3.2.10. Provide a remote fire alarm annunciator panel at a location specified by the AHJ. If a combined fire alarm and mass notification system is provided, the fire alarm annunciator and LOC shall NOT be combined, and shall NOT both be installed at the same location. The fire alarm annunciator panel shall have similar features to the main fire alarm panel (alarm silence, reset, history, etc.) and will be locked to deter unauthorized access.

3.2.11. Zone and device identification shall consist of a readily-recognizable word description of the zone or device. Naming schemes and device ID’s shall be clearly described in submittals, and shall be subject to review and revision.

3.2.12. For all electronic systems with addressable devices, a device label shall be provided on the exterior of each device that matches the device ID in the panel program. Labels shall be neat and professional looking, and shall either be machine printed or machine engraved (depending on specific project requirements).

3.2.13. The suspended ceiling grid shall be permanently labeled identifying the location of all fire system valves or AC-powered system components located above suspended ceilings. Labels shall be neat and professional looking, and shall either be machine printed or machine engraved (depending on specific project requirements). In addition, every valve shall be field labeled (using a printed label) with its ID number or zone number in a location that is plainly visible while standing on the floor below.

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3.3. GENERAL FIRE / MASS NOTIFICATION - ELECTRONIC (In addition to requirements found in other parts of this document, the following requirements shall apply to all work involving ELECTRONIC FIRE DETECTION and/or

BUILDING MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEMS and NETWORKS at FGA (Note:

The following requirements shall also apply to the ELECTRONIC PORTION of all

FIRE PROTECTION, and/or FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS):

3.3.1. Provide all panels, individual addressable devices, hardware, battery back-up power, and software for a fully functional system. The system shall provide continuous monitoring on each circuit for trouble and supervision. Provide supervised addressable relays for HVAC shutdown. The control panel shall monitor all fire protection extinguishing systems provided. The panel shall be software reprogrammable to enable expansion or modification of the system without replacement of hardware or firmware such as adding or deleting devices, and meet all requirements of UL 864. Provide minimum 50% addressable expansion without hardware modifications to the panel.

3.3.2. The fire alarm system for the new building shall be fully addressable up to each individual device at the building fire alarm control panel. Conventional initiating devices may be used for flow switches, pressure switches, manual fire alarm stations, air pressure switches, tamper switches and similar devices. Where conventional initiating devices are used, they shall be connected to the fire alarm system with an addressable initiating device module. Each addressable initiating device module shall monitor, at most, one conventional initiating device.

3.3.3. All system “Head End Equipment” (i.e.: panels, transceivers, auxiliary panels, power supply panels and NAC booster panels) shall be wall-mounted on the Ground Floor level, within 20’ of the FACP, to allow easy access without a ladder and without kneeling or lying on the floor. Head end equipment including booster panels shall never be mounted above ceilings, in mechanical spaces or in areas subject to excessive temperature, vibration and/or moisture.

3.3.4. All devices required for complete system (or network) shall be located and installed in accordance with NFPA 72 and this document. In cases where there are conflicting requirements, the AHJ shall be consulted for direction.

3.3.5. All devices shall be properly wired (with sufficient spare wire per NFPA 70 requirements), and shall be installed on (or in) junction boxes with sufficient depth to accommodate the device and the spare wire without shorting or grounding.

3.3.6. Provide a looped conduit system so that if the conduit and all conductors within system are severed at any point, all IDC, SLC or NAC will remain functional.

3.3.7. All wiring of Fire alarm and mass notification system and components shall be Class

“A”. Overhead, underground or direct burial cables shall be specially approved for the purpose and used only when specifically pre-approved by the AHJ.

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3.3.8. All SLC cables / conductors (except fiber optics), shall have surge protection / isolation circuits installed at each point where it exits or enters a building. Protect the circuit from surges per IEEE C62.41.1 / IEEE C62.41.2 B3 combination waveform and NFPA 70. The surge protector / isolator shall be rated to protect the equipment.

All surge protection components shall be installed in strict accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation and NFPA 70 requirements.

3.3.9. All fire alarm or mass notification panels or other A/C-powered system components

(i.e.: fire suppression, fire detection, power supplies, booster panels, network devices) which have direct AC Power inputs shall be protected with properly-installed surge suppression devices, per IEEE C62.41.1/IEEE C62.41.2 B3 combination waveform and NFPA 70. Do not use fuses for surge protection. The surge protector shall be rated for a maximum let thru voltage of 350 Volts ac (line-to-neutral) and 350 Volt ac

(neutral-to-ground). All surge protection components shall be installed in strict accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation and NFPA 70 requirements.

3.3.10. All IDC, NAC, and communication cables/conductors (except fiber optics), shall have surge protection installed at each point where it exits or enters a building.

Protect equipment from surges per IEEE C62.41.1/ IEEE C62.41.2 B3 combination waveform and NFPA 70. The surge protector shall be rated to protect 24 VDC equipment, as follows: The maximum DC clamping voltages shall be 36 VDC (line-to-ground) and 72 VDC (line-to-line). All surge protection components shall be installed in strict accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation and NFPA 70 requirements.

3.3.11. Head end equipment including booster panels shall be wall-mounted in dedicated fire equipment room(s) on the Ground Floor level. Location of dedicated fire equipment rooms shall be coordinated with, and pre-approved by the AHJ. Dedicated rooms shall be readily accessible to maintenance and FGFD personnel, independent of the building occupants. Door(s) to all dedicated fire electrical equipment rooms shall be keyed with the standard base mechanical / electrical room key. If dedicated rooms are not available, proposed alternate locations for head end equipment shall be pre-approved by the AHJ on a case-by-case basis. Designated ‘Communications Rooms’ or ‘Closets’ are not acceptable locations for any fire alarm head end equipment.

3.3.12. The power configuration shall be supplied as shown on the drawings.

3.3.12.1. The power supply for FA system components shall be equipped with a locking mechanism inside the power panel and marked in red with the words "FIRE

ALARM".

3.3.12.2. The power supply for BMNS system components shall be equipped with a locking mechanism inside the power panel and marked in red with the words

"BUILDING NOTIFICATION".

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3.3.13. All cabinets shall be provided with ample gutter space to allow proper clearance between the cabinet and live parts of the panel equipment. If more than one modular unit is required to form a control panel or other system panel, the units shall be installed in a single cabinet large enough to accommodate units.

3.3.14. Whether installed in a visible location or not, each initiating device and every auxiliary device shall have a label of contrasting color with the device address visible.

Labels shall be neat and professional looking, and shall either be machine printed or machine engraved (depending on specific project requirements). At a minimum, every device shall be field labeled (using a printed label) with its system address (or zone number) in a location that is plainly visible (and legible) while standing on the floor beneath.

3.3.15. All keys required for FGA system component locks shall be as follows (All system cabinets, including battery cabinets, shall be keyed the same as the FACP.):

3.3.15.1. All keyed, non-MDC, FA system components shall use C415A keys.

3.3.15.2. All keyed, MDC, FA system components shall use C415A keys.

3.3.15.3. All keyed, FGA, BMNS system components shall use CAT60 keys.

3.3.16. All system cabinets (including battery cabinets) shall be painted red. Paint exposed electrical, fire alarm conduit, and surface metal raceway to match adjacent finishes in exposed areas. Paint junction boxes and surface metal raceways red in unfinished areas.

3.4. GENERAL FIRE – WATER-BASED (In addition to requirements found in other parts of this document, the following requirements shall apply to all work involving

WATER-BASED FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS at FGA (Note: This also applies to the PIPING/MECHANICAL PORTION of all FIRE PROTECTION, and/or FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS):

3.4.1. All pipe and fittings shall be as follows (unless product manufacturer requires heavier material for a specific system):

3.4.1.1. Pipe shall be Sch40 A-53 (threaded), Sch40 A-53 (Grooved, less than 6”), Sch30 A-53 (Grooved, larger than 6”), black or hot-dipped galvanized.

Threadable thin wall pipe, Sch38, Sch10, Sch7, and any Zinc-plated pipe shall not be used.

3.4.1.2. Plastic pipe is prohibited in commercial and industrial applications unless specifically stated in contract documents and specifically approved by the

AHJ (on a case-by-case basis). Plastic pipe is acceptable only in residential applications when specifically stated in contract documents and approved by the AHJ (on a case-by-case basis).

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3.4.1.3. Threaded, Flanged, Welded and Grooved fittings are acceptable. Plain-end fittings with mechanical couplings, fittings that use steel gripping devices to bite into the pipe segmented welded, heat-fused and pulled-tee type fittings are not acceptable unless specifically stated in contract documents and approved by the AHJ.

3.4.1.4. Plastic pipe and fittings (where specifically approved) shall be from one manufacturer unless specifically approved otherwise by the AHJ (on a case-by-case basis), and shall be handled and installed in strict conformance with manufacturer’s published shipping, storage and installation procedures / directions.

3.4.1.5. Threaded fittings shall be threaded malleable iron conforming to ASME

B16.3.

3.4.1.6. Gaskets for all grooved couplings shall be the flush type that fills the entire cavity between the fitting and the pipe (on both wet and dry pipe type systems).

3.4.1.7. Fittings into which sprinklers, drop nipples or riser nipples (or sprigs) attach shall be threaded type.

3.4.1.8. Flexible hose-type connections for sprinklers are prohibited, unless specifically stated in contract documents and approved by the AHJ (on a case-by-case basis).

3.4.1.9. Reductions in pipe sizes shall be made with one-piece tapered reducing fittings. Unless specifically approved by AHJ (on a case-by-case basis), bushings shall not be used. In cases where AHJ approves the use of bushings, only Hexagonal Bushings shall be used, ‘Face Bushings’ shall never be acceptable.

3.5. GENERAL - Renovation/Alteration (In addition to requirements found in other parts of this document, the following requirements shall apply to all work involving

EXISTING BUILDING RENOVATION, REMODEL, or ALTERATION at FGA:

3.5.1. Buildings that have alteration, modernization, modification, rehabilitation, and renovation costs equal to or exceeding 50% of the replacement cost of the building, must bring the entire building into compliance with new construction requirements.

The 50% cost is exclusive of the costs to bring the building into full compliance.

Facilities in which alteration, modernization, rehabilitation, and renovation work is less than 50% of the replacement value of the building, the building must comply with the criteria in UFC 3-600-01 for new construction, to the maximum extent practical. The AHJ will determine the extent required.

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3.5.2. New work accomplished in facilities as part of repair, restoration, and sustainment actions/projects must meet the requirements for new construction in this as per UFC and NFPA. Note: Sustainment and restoration efforts should look beyond the scope of work to ensure that the fire protection (including life safety) features are not being compromised or designed only for the portion of the building that is being repaired.

3.5.3. Work on existing equipment shall be performed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or under supervision of the manufacturer's representative.

3.5.4. New equipment and devices shall be compatible and operable in all respects with, and shall in no way impair reliability of, or operational functions of, existing systems.

3.5.5. Existing supervising components shall be modified as indicated on the drawings, and programming shall be updated if required to accommodate the revised configuration.

If work involves addition of any powered devices to existing circuits, new battery calculations shall be performed as part of the initial submittals, and standard Ft

Greely battery testing shall also be required prior to acceptance.

3.5.6. Acceptance testing (for renovation/alteration projects) shall include procedures which will fully demonstrate that normal, and expected operation of existing equipment has not been degraded, and that the revised configuration (plus interfacing components) operates compatibly with all the new system devices at the protected premises, and reports completely and accurately to the FGA Dispatch Center.

3.5.7. When an existing system is to be expanded, in addition to the details of the new work, at a minimum, the following information must also be shown in the plans / drawings:

3.5.7.1. Fire Sprinkler

3.5.7.1.1. Manufacturer and model of existing sprinklers and of all existing valves (i.e.: control, check, alarm, deluge, Preaction, dry).

3.5.7.1.2. Number and location of existing systems, sprinkler zones, sprinklers, FDC(s).

3.5.7.1.3. Number and location of existing system drains and test connections.

3.5.7.1.4. Hydraulic calculations reflecting all intended modifications.

3.5.7.1.5. Seismic calculations reflecting all intended modifications.

3.5.7.2. Fire Suppression (Hood)

3.5.7.2.1. Details of existing releasing panel (i.e.: Manufacturer and model) if applicable.

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3.5.7.2.2. Details of existing system mechanical release (i.e.: Mechanically-tripped, Gas-Cartridge Actuated).

3.5.7.2.3. Number of and specifics of existing initiating devices (i.e.:

Manufacturer, model, temperature rating) such as fusible links,fire detectors, manual release stations, notification appliance circuits, control circuits and releasing circuits.

3.5.7.2.4. Details of existing inter-connections with other building systems (i.e.:

Fire Alarm, HVAC, Gas Shutdown, and Power Shunt).

3.5.7.2.5. Releasing sequence and number of existing releasing devices on the system.

3.5.7.2.6. Notification sequence and number of existing alarm notification appliances on the system.

3.5.7.2.7. Total calculated current draw of all devices served by the existing standby batteries under both supervisory (standby) and alarm conditions (if applicable).

3.5.7.2.8. Ampere-hour rating and type of existing batteries (if applicable).

3.5.7.2.9. Manufacturer and model of existing devices and of all existing valves

(i.e.: tank, releasing head, actuator, solenoid, GCA, squib, modules, relays, manual release, abort, supervisory tank pressure switch, release verification pressure switch, liquid level indicator).

3.5.7.2.10. Number and location of existing tanks, releasing zones, discharge nozzles, discharge piping.

3.5.7.2.11. Manufacturer’s published pre-engineered system installation requirements reflecting all intended modifications, to validate modifications.

3.5.7.2.12. Hydraulic calculations reflecting all intended modifications (if applicable).

3.5.7.3. Fire Suppression (Gas)

3.5.7.3.1. Details of existing releasing panel (i.e.: Manufacturer and model).

3.5.7.3.2. Number of existing initiating circuits (zones), notification appliance circuits, control circuits and releasing circuits served by the panel.

3.5.7.3.3. Details of existing inter-connections with other building systems (i.e.:

Fire Alarm, HVAC, EPO, SCMS, UPS).

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3.5.7.3.4. Releasing sequence and number of existing releasing devices on the system.

3.5.7.3.5. Notification sequence and number of existing alarm notification appliances on the system.

3.5.7.3.6. Total calculated current draw of all devices served by the existing standby batteries under both supervisory (standby) and alarm conditions.

3.5.7.3.7. Ampere-hour rating and type of existing batteries.

3.5.7.3.8. Manufacturer and model of existing devices and of all existing valves

(i.e.: tank, releasing head, actuator, solenoid, GCA, squib, modules, relays, manual release, abort, supervisory tank pressure switch, release verification pressure switch, liquid level indicator).

3.5.7.3.9. Number and location of existing tanks, releasing zones, discharge nozzles, discharge piping.

3.5.7.3.10. Details of existing post-discharge ventilation system.

3.5.7.3.11. Hydraulic calculations reflecting all intended modifications.

3.5.7.3.12. Protected space volume calculations reflecting all intended modifications.

3.5.7.3.13. Construction details and requirements for gas containment or pressure venting during discharge, reflecting all intended modifications.

3.5.7.4. Fire Alarm

3.5.7.4.1. Details of existing control panel (i.e.: Manufacturer and model).

3.5.7.4.2. Number of existing initiating circuits (zones), notification appliance circuits, and control circuits served by the control panel.

3.5.7.4.3. Number of existing alarm notification appliances on the system.

3.5.7.4.4. Total calculated current draw of all devices served by the existing standby batteries under both supervisory (standby) and alarm conditions.

3.5.7.4.5. Ampere-hour rating and type of existing batteries.

3.5.7.4.6. Details of existing inter-connections with other building systems (i.e.:

Fire Suppression, HVAC, EPO, SCMS, UPS).

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3.5.7.5. Mass Notification

3.5.7.5.1. Manufacturer and model of existing control panel.

3.5.7.5.2. Number of existing zones, notification appliance circuits, and control circuits served by the control panel.

3.5.7.5.3. Number of existing alarm notification appliances on the system.

3.5.7.5.4. Total calculated current draw of all devices served by the existing standby batteries under both supervisory (standby) and alarm conditions.

3.5.7.5.5. Ampere-hour rating and type of existing batteries.

3.5.7.5.6. Details of existing inter-connections with other building systems (i.e.:

Fire Alarm, HVAC, EPO, SCMS, UPS).

3.6. Quality Control, Design, and Inspection Requirements (The following shall apply to all work involving FIRE DETECTION, FIRE PROTECTION (all types), FIRE

SUPPRESSION and/or MASS NOTIFICATION performed anywhere at FGA):

3.6.1. Quality Control, Design, and Inspection Requirements

3.6.1.1. (QC Inspection) In addition to contractor’s QC program. The Fire Protection

Engineer (FPE) of record shall visit the construction site to ensure fire protection, fire alarm and/or mass notification systems are being constructed and installed in accordance with contract requirements, approved submittals, manufacturer’s requirements, and applicable fire protection criteria. FPE shall determine the frequency and duration of the field visits based upon their professional knowledge of system components, system complexity and phase of construction. FPE shall provide a summary of all observations in a written report. At a minimum, FPE visits shall occur as listed below: (Note: FPE visits for preliminary and intermediate installation and final testing may be combined with other site visits, if all inspections are technically covered, and quality control is maintained. No project shall require less than two (2) FPE visits, unless specified in contract documents or specifically waived by AHJ.)

3.6.1.1.1. Once during the early stages of the fire alarm and/or mass notification system layout and preliminary installation,

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3.6.1.1.4. Once during the intermediate stages of the sprinkler system installation,

3.6.1.1.5. Just prior to installation of features that will conceal portions of the fire protection, fire alarm and/or mass notification systems,

3.6.1.1.6. Once during the final stages of the fire alarm and/or mass notification system installation,

3.6.1.1.7. Once during the final stages of the sprinkler system installation.

3.6.1.1.8. Preliminary fire alarm, mass notification and/or sprinkler testing

3.6.1.1.9. Final fire alarm, mass notification and/or sprinkler testing

3.6.1.2. “Red Line” and As-built documents

3.6.1.2.1. If system configurations are modified from what is indicated in the approved drawings, revise any affected calculations to reflect as-built conditions and submit for approval. If revised calculations indicate deficiencies in the system, propose corrective actions to return system(s) to Code compliance.

3.6.1.2.2. During construction, addition, installation, and/or remodel of any fire or notification system at FGA, contractor shall maintain accurate “Red

Line” drawings. A complete set of the approved construction documents shall be designated as the “Red Line” set, and shall be securely maintained on the jobsite and available for inspection whenever construction activities are occurring. All modifications or changes to the approved design shall be immediately captured (within

24 hours of any system modification), and legibly ‘red-lined’ onto the

“Red Line” set, for use in preparing the final as-built documents.

3.6.1.2.3. Following completion of the project, contractor shall use the “Red

Line” drawings and any other appropriate change documentation to prepare complete, accurate As-built documents to be submitted to the

Owner. As-built documents shall be required to show the final arrangement of the system and all system devices.

3.6.1.2.4. Detailed As-built information shall be delivered to DPW Engineering for every fire alarm, fire suppression, fire sprinkler, or other type of fire protection system installed at FGA. In addition to the applicable

NFPA requirements, provide the following details in the As-built documents:

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3.6.1.2.4.1. Correct, specific location of every components (i.e.: drains, sprinklers, valves, FDC(s), FACP, auxiliary panel(s), releasing panel(s), power supply(s), fire detectors, pull stations, abort switches, initiating device, major junction boxes, module, antenna(s), all external wiring connections,

3.6.1.2.4.2. Exact run of all piping and of all conduit (correctly dimensioned and drawn),

3.6.1.2.4.3. Wire color code(s),

3.6.1.2.4.4. Circuit routes, zone boundaries, loop numbers and the address of each addressable device or module,

3.6.1.2.4.5. Conduit fills, conduit fill calculations,

3.6.1.2.4.6. Corrected device quantities and details of the different devices, including specific manufacturer and part/model numbers (i.e.:

sprinklers, valves, modules, fire detectors),

3.6.1.2.4.7. Sequence of operation table(s),

3.6.1.2.4.8. Corrected calculations (i.e.: hydraulic, seismic, battery).

4. Water-Based Fire Systems

4.1. Sprinkler System Types.

4.1.1. Sprinkler system types shall be per the requirements of UFC 3-600-01, and NFPA 13, as modified by this document.

4.1.2. Sprinkler systems installed to protect buildings or areas of buildings which are subject to freezing temperatures shall be either Dry-pipe or Preaction systems.

4.1.3. Sprinkler systems installed to protect buildings or areas of buildings which contain electrical switchgear, electronic equipment or similar mission critical equipment shall be either Wet or Preaction systems.

4.1.4. Anti-freeze sprinkler systems shall not be acceptable for installation at FGA.

4.2. Fire Flow Test Information.

4.2.1. On FGA-Garrison and FGA-AAAF, hydrant flow data shall be obtained from Doyon

Utilities (907-869-3600 or 907-455-1591).

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4.2.2. On FGA-MDC, hydrant flow data shall be obtained from FGFD.

4.2.3. Only current water supply information shall be used. If flow data is older than 365 days, hydrant flow shall be re-tested to obtain current data prior to design. Fire

Protection Engineer Designer of Record shall be required to witness flow test.

4.2.4. In addition to scheduling with either Doyon Utilities or MDA, notify AHJ 14 days prior to conducting any flow test.

4.3. Calculations.

4.3.1. Unless water is supplied from a dedicated Fire Water System, hydraulic calculations shall take into account the domestic water demand in addition to the fire sprinkler and hose stream demand. All calculations shall include a minimum 10 percent or 5psi

(whichever is larger) safety factor on the system pressure. Water velocity in the piping system shall not exceed 20 feet per second. Software that uses k-factors for typical branch lines is not acceptable. Hydraulic calculations for Dry and Preaction

Systems shall not take into account any gang drain piping (where gang drains are present, calculations shall be as if for ‘dead end’ branch lines).

4.3.2. Gang drain piping shall be included in system volume calculations.

4.3.3. Seismic brace calculations shall always reflect the ‘worst case’ scenario. Calculations on systems at FGA shall be in accordance with most current IBC (International

Building Code). Worst-case brace angles shall be used for purpose of calculations.

(Installation of any brace configuration(s) which has not been approved during the submittal process will be cause for system rejection.)

4.4. System risers.

4.4.1. Alarm valves shall not be installed on wet systems. All wet system risers shall use check valves. ‘Shotgun’ type riser assemblies are acceptable only if a check valve is included. So-called “Riser Checks” are acceptable.

4.4.2. Whenever possible, use vane-type (paddle-type) flow switches for water flow alarm detection. Flow switches shall be mounted either on the side of vertical pipe runs or on the top of horizontal pipe runs only.

4.4.3. When installing pressure switches (on dry or Preaction systems), install pressure switch at the top of a vertical pipe into the ‘run’ outlet of a (minimum) ½” galvanized threaded tee (with pressure switch’s threaded inlet oriented ‘down’). Install a threaded plug into the side outlet of the tee. Any other configuration will be unacceptable.

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4.4.4. When an accelerator is required on a dry system, the accelerator shall be listed for use with the specific dry valve supplied, and an isolation valve shall be provided for use during maintenance activities.

4.4.5. Water motor alarms shall not be used. All sprinkler system alarms shall be electrically powered and controlled by the fire alarm panel.

4.4.6. Whenever a Preaction system is installed, a tampered control valve (normally open) shall be installed in the riser, downstream of the deluge valve. This valve’s purpose is, to permit full operational testing of the deluge riser without filling the system with water. If needed to fully drain the system following such testing, an additional drain valve shall also be installed. The outflow from this drain may be tied-in to another drain (if appropriate).

4.4.7. Gridded wet systems shall be provided with a pressure relief valve (vent) at the riser

(per NFPA 13). The vent outflow shall be provided with drain piping to an adequately sized floor drain, or to building exterior (see “Drains”).

4.4.8. Where multiple systems risers are built on a common supply manifold, a 1”

(minimum) auxiliary drain shall be provided to drain the manifold (and shall be tied-in to a drain outflow). Each wet pipe system shall have a control valve, a check valve and a main drain valve. Check valves in wet risers are required (Installing wet risers which have no check valves on a manifold is unacceptable, even if there is a ‘main’ check valve or backflow preventer upstream on the manifold.). FDC’s may be manifolded (if appropriate), and drain outflows may also be manifolded (if appropriate).

4.5. Valves.

4.5.1. Contractor shall provide a floor control valve assembly or separate riser for each floor in the building. Assembly shall comply with Figure 4-1 of UFC 3-600-01.

4.5.2. All control valves shall be OS&Y gate type or Grooved Indicating Butterfly Valves and shall be provided with tamper switches supervised by the fire alarm system.

4.5.3. Control valves shall be located to deter unauthorized occupant access and shall be located a minimum of 8 feet above the finished floor or within a secure mechanical space.

4.5.4. To facilitate maintenance, contractor shall also install either a threaded union (or a flange, or a grooved coupling) adjacent to every valve installed (within two fittings of the valve). If valve is installed within a wall, the access panel provided by contractor shall be large enough to provide complete and easy access to the valve and the union

(or flange, or coupling).

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4.6. Backflow preventers.

4.6.1. For questions regarding backflow preventers contact:

4.6.1.1. Non-MDC buildings; Doyon Utilities (907-869-3600 or 907-455-1591).

4.6.1.2. MDC buildings; MDA Engineering.

4.6.2. A double-check backflow prevention assembly that complies with ASSE 1013 or

ASSE 1015 shall be provided at the sprinkler riser connection to the potable water system.

4.6.3. Provide piping, valves, test header, and other devices necessary to provide a permanent method for forward flow testing of the backflow prevention assembly at full system demand. Forward flow test shall not require removal of check valve disk, or reconfiguration of piping. Provide adequately-sized drain piping to the exterior of the building for use in forward flow-testing.

4.6.4. Prior to final sprinkler testing, the backflow preventer shall be tested and certified by a certified backflow assembly tester.

4.6.5. If a reduced pressure backflow preventer is provided, the disinfection requirements

(located elsewhere) are not required. Pressure vent from the reduced pressure backflow preventer shall be provided with drain piping to an adequately sized floor drain, or to the exterior of the building.

4.7. Gauges.

4.7.1. All gauges installed on any fire protection systems shall be provided with ¼”, 3-way valve for use in testing and maintenance. Contractor shall provide a ¼” threaded brass plug, to plug the open port on the valve when not in use.

4.7.2. Gauges shall be mounted only in the upright position, and shall be far enough away from other objects to allow replacement without removing any other object(s).

4.7.3. Gauges installed on suction, discharge, and within 40 feet of any fire or jockey pump shall be fluid-filled, and shall be properly calibrated. For all fire pump projects, documentation verifying calibration of gauges shall be submitted with close-out documents.

4.8. Shock-Arrestors, Surge Tanks.

4.8.1. All fire pumps shall be equipped with a properly designed method(s) for elimination of Water-Hammer and/or Surge wave(s) down-stream of the pump.

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4.8.2. All water-based fire systems which connect to any water supply which uses a pump for pressurization shall be equipped with a properly designed method for elimination of Water-Hammer and/or Surge wave(s) from the pump.

4.8.3. If design includes pressure-relief valve(s), the pressure-relief valve(s) piping shall comply with all the requirements of “Drains”.

4.9. Drains.

4.9.1. Provide drains to drain all trapped piping (except as specifically exempted below).

4.9.2. Grade all drain piping per the NFPA 13 requirements for dry pipe sprinkler systems, to facilitate proper drainage.

4.9.3. All exterior drains, flushing connections, drains to exterior and inspector’s test connections shall discharge to the exterior within 2 feet of the finished grade and provided with a (minimum) 2 foot by 2 foot concrete splash block, or stone rip-rap.

All drain and inspectors test connection outflows shall be located a minimum of 5 feet away from man doors and FDC’s. Exterior grading shall be configured to channel drainage away from man doors and FDC’s.

4.9.4. All drain piping which penetrates an exterior wall of the building or enters an unheated space shall be hot-dipped galvanized, and shall have 48 inches of pipe between the last valve on the line, and the exterior wall to minimize the possibility of freezing.

4.9.5. Drains shall not be tied-in to sanitary sewer piping, unless specifically directed otherwise in the contract documents. When drains must connect to sanitary sewer piping, there shall be an air-gap between the sprinkler drain and the sanitary sewer piping. The sewer piping inlet shall be configured with a self-priming p-trap which primes whenever a nearby toilet (or urinal) is flushed inside the building.

4.9.6. Drains located within finished spaces in the building shall be concealed within a finished interior (warm) wall with a minimum 16” square access panel to the valve handle. Drain handles shall be within 6 feet of the finished floor. Any valves hidden in a wall shall have a threaded union or grooved coupling immediately upstream and downstream to facilitate replacement. Access panel shall provide sufficient clearance to facilitate removal and replacement of valve.

4.9.7. Trapped piping on wet sprinkler systems shall be treated as follows:

4.9.7.1. No drain shall be required when less than 0.5 gallon of water is trapped.

4.9.7.2. Install auxiliary drain with plugged outlet or capped nipple (piped to within 4 feet of floor) for traps of between 0.5 and 3 gallons.

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4.9.7.3. Install auxiliary drain with minimum 1” valve for traps of more than 3 gallons.

Provide minimum 1” drain piping to the exterior of the building.

4.9.8. Auxiliary drain(s) for piping in rooms which contain sensitive electronic equipment or electrical gear (i.e.: Data center, communications, electrical equipment, elevator shaft, elevator equipment), shall be permanently piped to building exterior (or to a suitable drain) and shall be configured to completely drain all sprinkler piping within the room.

4.9.9. Plugged ball valves shall be provided at the bottom of each stairwell to aid in drain down of the system.

4.9.10. All drains to the exterior of the building shall have a vertically-mounted sight glass or shall be located within 10 feet of an operable man door to visually verify drainage.

4.9.11. Inspectors test connection shall be provided at the most remote branch line, and shall be piped to the exterior. Additionally, contractor shall also provide a ‘test-and-drain’ apparatus at the riser in addition to the inspectors test connection at the remote branch line unless specifically approved otherwise by AHJ.

4.9.12. Provide plugged ball valves for use as manual air vents and/or auxiliary drains to allow bleeding of air from all the sprinkler piping.

4.9.13. Sprinkler system floor control assembly drains, auxiliary drains, and vents shall be permitted to drain into express drains. Sprinkler drainage need not be considered when sizing express drains.

4.9.14. Install gang drains with outflows that are piped to the exterior of the building (or into express drain or other drains to exterior) whenever two or more adjacent Dry or

Preaction sprinkler system branch lines are trapped.

4.9.15. All dry system drains (including the inspector’s test connection) shall be configured with a two-valve drum drip assembly.

4.9.16. If pressure vent drain(s) are piped to the exterior, provide and install heat trace in the last 48” of each outflow pipe where it exits the building to prevent freeze plugging during cold weather. When heat trace is installed to protect fire sprinkler piping, provide a separate breaker or other owner-approved means of disconnection. Heat trace shall be thermostatically controlled to only turn on when exterior temperature is

40°F or colder.

4.10. Air-compressors.

4.10.1. Air-compressors for sprinkler systems shall be listed for fire protection service.

4.10.2. Air-compressors for sprinkler systems shall be tank-mounted.

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4.10.3. Air-compressors for sprinkler systems shall be oil-filled type, and shall be permanently configured…