Friday, February 28, 2014

I need to know what to look for as I am going out to my first audit to quote an annual for fire protection.? -

Any fire protection technicians who may have done this I would appreciate your help. I am auditing a residental condiminium. Thanks Tereka

Fire Alarm System- Is the F.A.S certified?- Is the F.A.S tested regularly?Automatic Fire Sprinkler System (AFSS)- Are the inside stand pipes and valves inspected regularly?- Are the outside private fire hydrants flushed on a routine preventive maintenance schedule at least once a year?- Are AFSS water control valves, and air and water pressure checked weekly/periodically as required?- Is the maintenance of AFSS assigned to responsible persons or to a sprinkler contractor?- Are sprinkler heads protected by metal guards when exposed to physical damage?- Is proper clearance maintained below sprinkler heads?Extinguishers- Are portable fire extinguishers provided in adequate number and type?- Are fire extinguishers mounted in readily accessible locations?- Fire extinguishers have current inspection tags?- Are fire extinguishers recharged regularly and noted on the inspection tag?- Are employees periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire protection procedures?Doors/Exit- Are fire doors not blocked open?- Are fire doors and shutters in good operating condition?- Are fire doors and shutters unobstructed and protected against obstructions, including their counterweights?- Are fire doors and shutter fusible links in place?- Are exits not obstructed and kept unlocked during normal business hours or special events?- Are exits properly marked, exit signs illuminated?Plan/Documentation- Good housekeeping practiced - excess paper, computer cartons, and trash removed- Office has current emergency action plan - occupants trained upon initial hire and as necessary thereafter- Is your local fire department well acquainted with your facilities, its location and specific hazards?- Electric space heaters only as approved by Facilities Engineering

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