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Appendix 8: Examining Ionization & Photoelectric
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1.0
Purpose
This document provides a procedure for
conducting periodic testing of a fire-detection device required by NFPA 72, National
Fire Alarm and Signaling Code®, Table 14.4.3.2 Device 17(7)(h).
2.0
Scope
All Ionization and Photoelectric
Smoke Detectors shall be tested, per this procedure, on an annual basis.
3.0
Planning
Notify
the facility work coordinator using the approved electronic work control
notification procedure. Allow one week for approval of the requested work; be prepared
to reschedule the requested work to satisfy the area’s production schedule.
Testing
requirements include:
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2
staff members
·
amount
of time is quantity-dependent
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equipment
o
Detector
Manufacturer’s O & M Manual (see 8.0 below)
o
Safe
Guard Aerosol Smoke Tester
o
Ionization
or Photoelectric Smoke Detector Data Sheet
4.0
Test Preparation
4.1
Establish
the fire-detection system impairment using Chapter 5: Fire Protection System Impairment Procedure
for detailed instructions on work planning, advanced notification, and
administrative controls.
4.2
Post
the Fire
Alarm Systems Testing in Progress sign(s).
4.3
Invite
the technical representative (TR) to witness the test.
4.4
Evacuate
the hazard area of all personnel.
4.5
Station
a knowledgeable technician at the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP).
4.6
Disconnect
the building audible alarms at the FACP.
4.7
The
technician is to remain attentive at all times that the audible alarms are disconnected.
4.8
In
the unlikely event an unanticipated fire alarm signal is received on the FACP,
the technician shall reconnect the building audible devices and join the
building evacuation.
5.0
Conduct the Test
5.1
Record
the detector’s serial number and location on the Data Sheet.
5.2
Check
the condition of each detector for signs of damage; verify the sensitivity of
each detector using the List Sensitivity menu.
5.3
Refer
to the Device Analog Voltage Table for a list of acceptable detector
sensitivity ranges.
5.4
If
the Partial System Disable LED is lit, use the Control Ann/Dis menu to check
that all appropriate detectors are
armed.
5.5
Activate
a detector using the Safe Guard Aerosol Smoke Tester.
5.6
Verify
alarm conditions are indicated in the following locations:
·
detector
LED illuminates;
·
building
address and proper indication at the FACP;
·
alarm
viewer and associated graphic display; and,
·
an
alarm condition is indicated on the Fire Marshal’s pager.
5.7
Verify
that the alarms can be acknowledged and that the system can be silenced and
reset.
5.8
Place
a “Tested” sticker (with the date and technician’s name) on the detector
housing.
5.9
Document
results on the Ionization
or Photoelectric Smoke Detector Data Sheet.
6.0
System Restoration
6.1
Reconnect
the building audible alarms at the FACP.
6.2
Dismiss
the assisting technician at the FACP.
6.3
Remove
the Fire
Alarm Systems Testing in Progress notification signs previously posted.
6.4
Notify
the TR that the tests are complete and the system is on-line and
operational.
6.5
Allow
the TR to verify that the system is in normal operating condition.
6.6
Allow
personnel to return to the area previously designated as hazardous.
7.0
Conclusion
Upon completion of the procedure,
the Ionization or Photoelectric Smoke Detector is on-line and operational.
8.0
References
·
Detector
Manufacturer’s O & M Manual; MAINTENANCE Section
·
NFPA
72, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
9.0
Revision History
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summary |
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1.0 |
triennial
review - updated - header and footer per discussion with T. Minga, 05.05.2022; - 9.0 per footer dates, as well as format of 9.0; - made general edits and format updates (e.g., bullets, spacing, etc.) - corrected
acronyms and abbreviations (e.g., SOTR to TR) - replaced previous
red-boxed links with more up-to-date red-outlined box links (see below) |
05.19.2022 |
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0.2 |
periodic review; updated
author and Fire Protection Manager from E. Douberly to T. Minga |
06.02.2019 |
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0.1 |
periodic review; minor edits |
06.02.2016 |
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0.0 |
initial release |
06.15.2011 |
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Fire Protection Department |
05.19.2022 |
05.19.2025 |
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