Ready for your regularly scheduled fire sprinkler tests Tampa? Allow the experts at DynaFire to take you along for the ride.
When it comes to maintaining your Fire & Life Safety systems, there are regulations and procedures set by the NFPA that must be followed in order to ensure your commercial building is in good shape in the event of an emergency. Two of those requirements include a quarterly and annual inspection for your fire sprinkler systems. Here’s the process we follow when you reach out to us for fire sprinkler tests Tampa.
Quarterly Inspection For Fire Sprinkler Tests Tampa
A quarterly fire sprinkler inspection includes all the bells and whistles that are included in the monthly inspection (see steps 1 and 2), as well as some additional tasks (see steps 3-7).
Step 1: Inspect valves to ensure they’re in the proper condition:
- In normal opened or closed position
- Easily accessible
- Free of leaks and damage
- Properly sealed and locked
- Appropriately labeled
- Alarm drains are not leaking
Step 2: Inspect gauges to ensure they’re in the proper condition:
- For Wet Systems: Checked monthly to verify good condition and that water supply pressure is being maintained.
- For Dry Systems: Check that the gauges on the supply side and on the quick-opening device indicate that the water supply pressure is being maintained.
Step 3: Check supervisory alarm devices and water flow alarm for physical damage.
Step 4: Test water flow alarm by opening the connection on the wet pipe system and dry pipe system.
Step 5: Determine if the sprinkler system is hydraulic, and if so, inspect the nameplate to ensure it’s attached and visible.
Step 6: Inspect connections to the fire department to make sure they’re undamaged and ensure no valves or gaskets are leaking or damaged.
Step 7: Inspect the relief valves and pressure-reducing valves to ensure they are in an open position, not leaking and in good condition.
Annual Inspection For Fire Sprinkler Tests Tampa
All of the above will be repeated during your appointments for fire sprinkler tests Tampa. However, the following will also be added to the inspection list:
Step 1: Check all sprinkler heads (and pipes and fittings) to ensure there’s no blockage or areas of concern.
Step 2: Verify that there are spare sprinkler heads on site with the necessary tools to make adjustments.
Step 3: If applicable, inspect the dry pipe valves’ interior.
Step 4: Conduct a water flow test to determine the condition of the water supply.
For more information about fire sprinkler tests Tampa, contact us today! We service the entire state of Florida to guarantee commercial buildings are abiding by the proper Fire & Life Safety procedures and we’d love to add your facility to our safe house.
