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1 WET SPRINKLER Monthly Wet Sprinkler 2-SUPPRESSION REQUIREMENTS - CODE REQUIRED INSPECTIONS TEST Page 1 of 7 VISUALS [per NFPA ed] 1. Gauge (Ck for Condition, Normal Pressure) [per ] 2. Valves (Ck for Normal Position, Accessible, No Leaks, Supervised, ID) 3. Reduced Pressure Backflow, if Any (Ck for Leaks, Valve Position) [per 9-6.1] Note: Weekly inspections are not required since sys is supervised [per ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Quarterly Wet Sprinkler VISUALS (per TJC-EC , EP 2,10) 1. Water Flow (Bell) Alarm (Ck for Damage) [per and 2-2.6] 2. Hydraulic Nameplate (Ck for Attached to Riser, Legible) [per 2-2.7] 3. Valve (Ck for Open, 9-1) 4. Fire Dept Connection (Ck for Clear Access, Visibility, Couplings, Caps, Gaskets, ID sign, Leaks, Damage) [per 9-7.1] (EP 10) 5. Pressure Reducing Valve (if any) (Open, Not Leaking, Maintains downstream TESTS: 1. Water Flow Switch (Ck for Operation, #Sec to Alarm) [per ] (EP 2) 2. Tamper Switches (Operate Valves; Record #turns to alarm) [per NFPA25('98), ] Note: testing only needs to be performed semiannually per NFPA 25 & 72, but usually tested with Water Flow test. (EP 2) Annual Wet Sprinkler VISUALS: [per NFPA ed]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Sprinklers, visible from floor (Ck for Foreign Mtl, Corrosion, Phys Damage, Deflector Orientation)[per ] (Ck for Obstruction)[per ] 2. Spares (Ck for Type, #, Wrench) [per ] Min 2 ea type/temp) [per 2-4.1] 3. Pipe, visible from floor (Ck for Leaks, Corrosion, Alignment, Items Attached, Condition, Mech Damage)[ 2-2.2] 4. Hangers, visible from floor (Ck for Damage, Loose) [per 2-2.3] 5. Bldg (Prior to winter Ck for Freeze Protection in areas with potential inadequate heat, such as attics, vestibules, etc.) [per 2-2.5] 6. Hose Couplings (Phys Damage)[per 2-2.8] (usually at drains) 7. If used for Qrtly,must also include Qrtly visuals TESTS: 1. Water Flow Switch (Ck for Operation, #Sec to Alarm) [per 2-3.3] 2. Main Drain Test [per ; method per A9-2.6 ] (EP 9) 3. Valve (Ck for Operate Full Range [per ]; Lube OS&Y stem [per 9-3.5] 4. Anti-Freeze Sys (Measure Specific Gravity & compare to Tables) [ 2-3.4] 5. Strainers (If Installed: Ck for operation, clean, corrosion) [ ] 6. Back Flow Preventer; (If any: Ck for operation, flow rate) [ 9-6.2] 7. Pressure Reducing Valve (If any: Partial Flow Test to move valve from seat) [ ] 5 Yr Gauge Replacement (Changed or Calibrated) [per and ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 5 Yr Check Valve Internal Inspection [per ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 5 Yr Pipe Obstruction Investigation [per Table 2-1 and ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 12) 5 Yr Reduced Pressure Backflow Internal, Full-Flow test ; compare with previous test [per ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Inspection 20 Yr Fast Response Sprinkler Replace after 20 Yr, OR 1% sample inspected then & every 10 Yr after [per , exception 2]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Replacing 50 Yr Standard Response Replace after 50 Yr, OR 1% sample inspected then & every 10 Yr after [per , exception 2]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Sprinkler Replacement

2 DRY & PREACTION SPRINKLERS Monthly Dry Sprinkler 2-SUPPRESSION REQUIREMENTS - CODE REQUIRED INSPECTIONS TEST Page 2 of 7 VISUALS [per NFPA ed, (PreAction), (Dry Pipe)]; Note: NO weekly inspections since sys is supervised [per / ] 1. Gauge (Ck for Condition, Normal Pressure) [per / ] 2. Valves (Free of Phys Damage, Proper Position, No Leakage; Elec components in service) [ / ] (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Quarterly Dry Sprinkler TESTS [per NFPA ed, (PreAction), (Dry Pipe)]; (per TJC-EC , EP 1) 1. Water Level Supervision (per mfgr instructions) [ / ] 2. Low Air Pressure Alarm (if provided) [ / ] 3. Dry Pipe Quick-Open Device (Tag of Last Test on Device, Initial Air PSI, Initial Water psi, Tripping Air psi, Valve Operating Condition, Tripping Time for Full Flow Test) &.5] Annual Dry Sprinkler TESTS: [per NFPA ed, (PreAction), (Dry Pipe)]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Low Temp Alarm - If Valve enclosure is subject to freezing (test operation at start of heating season) [ / ] 2. Trip Test at Full Flow (in warm weather) [ / ] Include Valve Interior Inspection (Condition of detection device) - If Valve can be reset w/o removing Faceplate, do 5yr cycle [ / ] Include Dry Pipe Auto Air Pressure Maintenance Device [ ] 3. Valve Interior (Clean & replace parts as needed) [ ] 5 Yr Gauge Replacement Gauge (Changed or Calibrated) [per and ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 5 Yr Dry Pipe & Preaction Valve Inspection STAND PIPES Quarterly Standpipe Dry-Pipe & Preaction Valve - Internal Inspection [ ; ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) (Including Inspect strainers, filters, orifices, diaphragm chamber) VISUALS [per NFPA 25, 3-1 & 3-2.3]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Piping (Ck for damage) [3-2.1] 2. Hose Connections (Ck for damage, valve handles, leaks, gasket) [ ] TESTS [per NFPA 25, 3-2.3] 1. Water Flow (All May be performed w/spklr Testing) Annual Standpipe VISUALS, (If installed) [per 3-2.3]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Cabinet (Ck for damage, corrosion, obstruction, accessible) 2. Hose Rack (Ck for damage, obstruction, swing-out 90 ) 3. Hose (Unrack, Ck for rot, cuts, liner delamination & re-rack at different fold points, per NFPA 1962, 2-3.3] 4. Nozzle: Ck for obstructions, tip damage per NFPA 1962(1998), 4-1.2] TESTS, [per NFPA 25, 3-1] 1. Main Drain Test 2. Valves & Hose Connections (All May be performed w/spklr Testing) 3 Yr Occupant Use Hose TEST: [per NFPA 1962, 2-3.2]; (per TJC-EC , EP 17) 1. Test at svc pressure for min 3 min; Ck for leaks [NFPA 1962, 5-2] (EP 17) 2. Couplings: (Ck for damage, corrosion, Lube[NFPA 1962, 4-2.1] 5 Yr Valve, Hydrostatic & Flow TESTS [per NFPA ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 17) 1. Pressure Control Valve &.Pressure Reducing Valve 2. Hydrostatic Test [per 3-3.2] 3. Flow Test, most remote point [per 3-1.1] Pitot tube tester must have its pressure gauge calibrated annually [per NFPA , 2.1]

3 2-SUPPRESSION REQUIREMENTS - CODE REQUIRED INSPECTIONS TEST Page 3 of 7 FIRE PUMP Weekly Fire Pump NO-Flow Churn for 10 Min-Ck for Valve Position, Supervised, Leaks, Accessible) [per NFPA & ]; (per TJC- EC , EP 6) Weekly Fire Pump Disconnect VISUAL NFPA , art 695-4(5) Electrical disconnect must be inspected weekly to be sealed in the closed position, unless a. Disconnect is supervised by fire alarm monitoring, or b. audible signal at a constantly attended location, or c. locked disconnect Monthly Fire Pump TESTS [per 5-1.1]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1).Exercise Auto Transfer Switch [per NFPA , ).Exercise Pump Circuit Br [per NFPA , 6-4.6] Semi-Annual Fire Pump TEST: 1. Operate the manual start switch [per Table 5-5.1]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Annual Fire Pump VISUALS: [per NFPA ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 11) 1. Pump & Coupling Lube; 2. Maint Mfgr Recommendations TESTS: [per and ] 1. Churn for 30 Min; Check Circulation Relief Valve & Pressure Relief Valve for operation 2. Minimum, Rated, & Peak Flows 3. Record at each flow rate: Flow, Pump RPM, Motor Amp, Motor Volts, Suction Pressure, Discharge Pressure 4, Test ATS operation (if system has one) 5. Test all Alarm indicators 6. Check for an visible abnormalities 7. Evaluate current test data against prior test data and mfgr pump curves FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Monthly Extinguisher Inspections Tags on each unit or list; Inspection includes:[nfpa ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 15) 1. No Obstructions, Visible Instructions 2. Seal in place; No Visible damage 3. Heft for fullness; Gauge in range Annual Extinguisher Inspections Maintenance includes:[nfpa ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 16) 1.Test of mechanical parts 2. Agent condition 3. Means of expelling Extinguisher Hydrostatic Tests [per NFPA ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Dry Chem: 12 yr Wet Chem: 5 yr

4 KITCHEN HOOD CLEANING Semi-Annual Hood Cleaning KITCHEN HOOD EXTINGUISH Semi-Annual Hood Extinguishing Sys Inspection 2-SUPPRESSION REQUIREMENTS - CODE REQUIRED INSPECTIONS TEST Page 4 of 7 Clean: frequency [per NFPA ] 1. Hood & exhaust system cleaned to bare metal 2. Label of Cleaning on hood [per NFPA , 8-2]; NFPA 17A, 5.3; (per TJC-EC , EP 13) Extinguisher (Required if cooking produces smoke or grease-laden vapors) Follow system mfgr listed instructions, which must include: VISUAL INSPECTIONS (NFPA 17A-1999, ) 1. Ck that hazard has not changed 2. Examine all detectors, expellant gas containers, agent containers, release devices, piping, hose assembly, nozzles, signals, auxiliary equipment and liquid level for normal operating condition 3. Verify that agent distribution piping is not obstructed. TESTS (NFPA 17A-1999, ) 1.Operate all detection sys signals, release device and the manual station (do not need to discharge the agent) 2. Ck actuator & dampers [per 8-2.1] 3. Replace Link Annually and destroy 4. Install tag/label on sys that shows month & yr of maintenance, name of person performing service; Remove all prior tags so only the current tag remains (NFPA 17A-1999, (h)) 12 Year Hydrostatic Tests per NFPA 17A-1999, Test wet chemical concentration 2. Test auxiliary pressure container 3. Test hose assembly KITCHEN HOOD SPRINKLER Annual Hood Sprinkler If hood uses a water sprinkler system for hood protection: 1. Replace sprinkler head annually, OR 2. Clean all grease from head (only applicable if an automatic bulb-type head) HYDRANTS & PRIVATE FIRE SERVICE (Privately Owned) Quarterly Hose VISUALS: [per NFPA 25, ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Hoses Enclosures (if any provided) (Ck for damage) Annual Hydrant VISUALS: [per NFPA ]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Hydrant: (Condition) [per ] 2. Mainline Strainers: Condition [ ] 3. Piping-Exposed: (Condition) [ ] TEST: 1. Hydrant: 1 Min at Full Flow to Clean; Confirm Barrel drains in 1 hr [per 4-3.2] 2. Hydrant Maintenance (per mfgr instructions) [per 4-4.3] 3. Mainline Strainer (Clean) [per 4-4.2] 4. Hose Enclosures (if any provided) (Clean) [per 4-4.5] 5 Yr Flow TESTS: per NFPA 25 (1998 ed) 1. Piping Flow Test for exposed & underground [per 4-3.2] (per TJC-EC , EP 25)

5 2-SUPPRESSION REQUIREMENTS - CODE REQUIRED INSPECTIONS TEST Page 5 of 7 FIRE WATER TANK INSPECTION: Daily Tank (In cold season) 1. Daily Temperature Reading to ensure the water temperature is at 42 0 F [per NFPA , ] 1. Heating Sys: Proper Operation [per NFPA , 6-2.8] - If tank supervised for Low Temp at a constantly attended location, then Weekly (per TJC-EC , EP 25) Monthly Tank INSPECTION: per NFPA 25 (1998 ed); (per TJC-EC , EP 8) 1. Level & Condition of Water in Tank [ 6-2.1] - If water level is supervised, do Quarterly 2. Air Pressure in Tank [6.2.7] If pressure is supervised, do Quarterly 3. Valves (Ck for Normal Position, Accessible, No Leaks, Supervised, ID) [ ] TESTS: per NFPA 25 (1998 ed) 1. Low Water Temp Alarm (where provided) in cold weather [6-3.3] 2. Hi Water Temp Limit Switch on Heating Sys (if provided) in cold weather [6-3.4] Quarterly Tank VISUAL INSPECTION: per NFPA 25 (1998 ed); (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Exterior of Tank, Structure, Vents, Foundation, Water Condition, (ck for signs of obvious damage or weakening [6-2.2] 2. Surrounding Area (Free of storage, debris, trash, brush, ice, etc. [6-2.2] Semi-Annual Tank TESTS: per NFPA 25 (1998 ed); (per TJC-EC , EP 7) 1. Hi & Low Water Level Alarm (Proper Operation) [6-3.5] 2. Drain & Flush Sediment from Tank [6-4.3] 3. If Chemical additives are used for corrosion protection, perform a chemical analysis of the water to ensure the concentration is adequate [NFPA , (b)] Annual Tank VISUAL INSPECTION: per NFPA 25 (1998); (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Exterior of Tank & Structure paint, coating, or insulation (ck degrade) [6-2.6] 2. Expansion Joints (if any): (Ck for leaks & cracks) [6-2.10] 3. If Cathodic corrosion protection is used, visually inspect [NFPA , A3-7.11(a)] TESTS: per NFPA 25 (1998 ed) 1. Tank Heating Sys, prior to heating season (Proper Operation) [6-3.2] 2. Cathodic Protection (Maintenance per Mfgr Instructions) [6-4.5] 3. Drain Valves (Fully Open & Close) [6-4.8] 4. Tank Vents (Clean) [6-4.9] 5 Yr Tank TESTS: per NFPA 25 (1998 ed); (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Level Indicators (test for accuracy & freedom of movement) [6-3.1] 2. Gauges (calibrate/replace) [6-3.6] 3. Interior of Tank (Ck for signs of failure, including supports & heating sys) Note: Pressure Tanks & Steel Tanks w/o corrosion Protection, so 3yrs [6-2.4] 4. Tank Coating (a) Test per ASTM D3359; (b) Measure Dry Film Thickness; (c) Ultrasonic testing at Pitting or Corrosion; (d) Tank Bottom-test for rust [6-3.7]

6 2-SUPPRESSION REQUIREMENTS - CODE REQUIRED INSPECTIONS TEST Page 6 of 7 SYSTEM-INSPECTION/TEST CLEAN AGENT SYS Semi-Annual Clean Agent VISUALS [per NFPA 2001 (2000 ed)] 1. Hoses (ck for deficiency) [ & 1.5]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 2. Check quantity & pressure of agent Annual Clean Agent VISUALS [per NFPA 2001 (2000 ed)]; (per TJC-EC , EP 14) 1. Hoses (ck for deficiency) [per 4-3.1] 2. Protected Room (ck for unsealed penetrations & holes; any changes that would adversely affect agent leakage or volume of hazard) [per 4-4] Note: Not required if there is a documented control program for barrier integrity. TESTS [per 4-1.1] 1. Full test of system proper operations (except discharge test) 5 Yr Clean Agent VISUALS [per NFPA 2001 (2000 ed)]; (per TJC-EC , EP 25) 1. Agent Containers: (exterior, per CGA methods) required for any container not discharged in the last 5 yrs. [per 4-2.2] TESTS: 1. Agent Containers: Retest prior to recharging if not tested in 5 yrs [per 4-2.1] 2. Hoses: (test at 1-1/2 times max container pressure) [per 4-3.2]

7 2-SUPPRESSION REQUIREMENTS - CODE REQUIRED INSPECTIONS TEST Page 7 of 7 SYSTEM-INSPECTION/TEST DRY CHEMICAL SYS Monthly Inspection VISUALS [per NFPA , 9-2.1] 1. Inspect system per mfgr instructions, which must include all of the following: a. Proper location of device b. Manual activation device unobstructed c. Temper seals intact d. Maintenance tag in place e. System shows no physical damage or condition that might prevent its operation f. Pressure gauge is within its operable range (if provided) g. Nozzle blow-off caps are intact and not damaged (if provided) h. The protected equipment or hazard has not been replaced, relocated or modified 2. Any deficiency must be corrected immediately 3. Date of inspection and inspector initials shown on tag Semi-annual Inspection 1. VISUALS [per NFPA , 9-3.1] Inspect system per mfgr instructions, which must include all of the following: a. The protected equipment or hazard has not been replaced, relocated or modified b. Examine all detectors, expellant gas containers, agent containers, release devices, piping, hose assemblies, nozzles, signals and all axillary equip for physical damage or conditions that might prevent its operation c. Verify that agent distribution piping is not obstructed by disassembling piping, or purging with nitrogen or dry air, or discharge testing, or as recommended by the mfgr d. Examine the dry chemical for evidence of caking and replace if found; if the dry chemical is stored in a pressurized system, this examination can be deferred to every 6 yrs e. Replace or hydrostatically test all parts found to have corrosion, pitting, structural damage, or any repairs made by soldering, brazing or welding 2. TESTS [per NFPA , 9-3.1] Test system per mfgr instructions, which must include all of the following: a. Test the dry chem system including operation of the detection system, signals, release devices, manual station and other associate equipment (do not need to discharge the dry chemical) b. Fusible metal Alloy type fixed temp sensing elements must be replaced & destroyed [per NFPA , 9-3.2]; Year of mfgr and date of installation of the link must be shown on the inspection tag; Other type fixed temp sensing elements must be annually cleaned or replaced [per NFPA , 9-3.3] c. Any defective parts shall be replaced/repaired per mfgr recommendations d. Report must be filed with the owner e. Tag/label the system with the month & year of the test and signed/installed by the tester; only the current tag shall remain in place Hydrostatic Test 12 yr Hydrostatic Test: Trained person must test container, hose assembly, and the auxiliary pressure container [per NFPA , 9-5]