Inspection of fire instruments

Commercial Sprinkler System can dramatically reduce the losses that result from a fire, but only if they are working correctly at the time of a fire event. These systems are designed to extinguish or control a fire in its early stages, but many people don’t realize that their systems are not functional until it’s too late.

According to the NFPA, fire sprinkler systems successfully controlled the fire in 96% of emergencies during which they were operational.

The keyword there is “operational.” Fire sprinkler systems must be inspected, tested, maintained, repaired, and replaced according to NFPA guidelines. Doing so maximizes the ability of commercial sprinkler systems to limit opportunities for failure.

ABC Fire & Safety in Kenilworth, NJ, can perform required expert services in compliance with NFPA guidelines.

Testing Schedule for Fire Sprinkler Systems

There are many different components within a fire protection system, so there isn’t just one guideline for testing frequency. NFPA 25 stipulates the following testing frequencies for physical system components:

• Mechanical devices — quarterly
• Vane and pressure switch devices — semi-annually
• Complete commercial sprinkler system — annually
• Sprinklers in harsh environments — every five years
• Gauges — every five years
• Dry sprinklers — every ten years
• Fast-response sprinklers — initially after 20 years, then every ten years
• Standard-response sprinklers — initially after 50 years, then every ten years

Adherence to these guidelines helps to ensure a quick response in the event of a fire.

Inspection Schedule for Fire Sprinkler Systems

Just as in the case of testing, inspection schedules also differ according to system components. As per the NFPA, you need to have your sprinkler system properly and professionally inspected according to the following schedule:

• Pre-action, deluge, and dry system gauges — weekly
• Wet pipe system gauges — quarterly
• Hydraulic nameplates and control valves — quarterly
• Waterflow alarm devices — quarterly
• Supervisory signal devices — quarterly

A reputable company like ABC Fire & Safety will be familiar with NFPA 25 and can properly inspect your fire sprinkler systems as required.

When Should Fire Sprinkler Systems be Serviced?

The most important thing to remember is that as long as you have a company perform inspections and testing according to the NFPA schedule, maintenance will be much easier. Any time a commercial sprinkler system component fails inspection or testing, it will need to be repaired or replaced.

You don’t have to wait for scheduled tests or inspections before you pay attention to your system. There are things you can do to help keep your fire sprinkler system in good shape.

In between professional visits for services, you can perform a visual inspection every so often and look for signs of wear and tear, corrosion, or rust on components. Contact ABC Fire & Safety to repair or replace those parts if you see any of these issues.

A reputable company will be able to perform all services necessary to maintain compliance with NFPA 25 and replace components as needed.

Trust ABC Fire & Safety in Kenilworth, NJ

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Located in Kenilworth, NJ, ABC Fire & Safety provides fire sprinkler system sales and service to residential and commercial clients throughout the area and beyond. We will install, inspect, maintain, repair, and replace any components of your system.

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