Del. Admin. Code tit. 1, 700, Appendices, app F
Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024
Owner Performed Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance of Fire Suppression Systems As Required by Regulation 703, Chapter 1 and the Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems NFPA 25, 2008 Edition
This brief summary of periodic tests, inspections, and maintenance is not all inclusive, and, to assist in the performance of these services, the user is advised to purchase the applicable documents from NFPA (1-800-344-3555). These periodic tests, inspections, and maintenance may be performed by the owner or the owner's maintenance staff. A log book must be maintained by the owner for each system. The log book must include the date the service was performed, the type of service performed, and the person performing the service. An asterisk (*) denotes servicing which must be performed at least annually (once a year) by a company licensed by the Office of State Fire Marshal, Licensing Division, (302) 739-4394.
| Item | Activity | Frequency | Service | Section # |
| General | ||||
| Gauges, Pressure | Inspection | *Monthly | Wet System | § 5.2.4.1 |
| *Weekly | Dry, Preaction, Deluge Systems | § 5.2.4.2 | ||
| Control Valves | Inspection | *Weekly | Valves (not supervised or secured) | § 12.3.2.1 |
| *Monthly | supervised and secured Valves | § 12.3.2.1.1 | ||
| Testing | *Annual | Operated though its full range | § 12.3.3.1 | |
| Alarm Devices | Testing | *Semiannual | Vane type devices | § 5.3.3. |
| Testing | *Quarterly | Wet System: flow thru inspectors test | § 5.3.3.3 | |
| Dry/Preaction/Deluge: use bypass | § 5.3.3.5 | |||
| Fire Dept Conn | Inspection | *Quarterly | Visible, accessible, operating condition | § 12.7 |
| Alarm Valves | Inspection | *Monthly | Free of damage, leakage, in proper position | § 12.4.1.1 |
| Backflow Prevention Assemblies | ||||
| Reduced Pressure | Inspection | *Weekly | Differential sensing valve relief port | § 12.6.1.2 |
| R.P. Detector | Inspection | *Weekly | Differential sensing valve relief port | § 12.6.1.2 |
| Main Drain | Testing | *Quarterly | Test to check condition of water supply | § 12.6.1 |
| Water Flow Alarm | Testing | *Quarterly | Test in accordance with manufacturer | § 12.2.7 |
| Preaction/Deluge Valves | ||||
| Enclosure | Inspection | Daily | In cold weather only, maintain 40 degrees | § 12.4.3.1 |
| Valve Exterior | Inspection | *Monthly | Free of damage, leakage, trim valves set properly, electrical components operational | 12.4.3.1.6 |
| Dry Valves/Quick-Opening Devices | ||||
| Enclosure | Inspection | Daily | In cold weather only, maintain 40 degrees | § 12.4.4.1.1 |
| Valve Exterior | Inspection | *Monthly | Free of damage, leakage, trim valves set properly, electrical components operational | § 12.4.4.1.3 |
| Pressure Regulating and Relief Valves | ||||
| Sprinkler System | Inspection | *Quarterly | Valves open, no leakage, proper pressure | § 12.5.1.1 |
| Hose Connection | Inspection | *Quarterly | Valves okay, no leakage, all parts present | § 12.5.2.1 |
| Hose Rack | Inspection | *Quarterly | Valves okay, no leakage | § 12.5.3.1 |
| Fire Pump Relief Valves | ||||
| Circulation | Inspection | *Weekly | Water flows thru valve at churn | § 12.5.6.1 |
| Pressure | Inspection | *Weekly | Water flows thru valve at rated pressure | § 12.5.6.2 |
| Standpipes | ||||
| Piping | Inspection | *Quarterly | All parts present, operable, in good condition | § 6.2.1 |
| Inspection | Monthly | See Table 6.1 | § 6.2.1 | |
| Hose Valve | Inspection | *Quarterly | All parts present & in good condition | § 6.2.1 |
| Outlets | Inspection | Monthly | See Table 6.1 | § 6.2.1 |
| Fire Pumps | ||||
| Pump House | Inspection | *Weekly | In cold weather, see Tables 8.1 | § 8.1 |
| System | Inspection | *Weekly | See Table 8.5.3 | § 8.2 |
| Pump Operation | ||||
| No Flow | Testing | *Weekly | Electric: auto start and run 10 minutes min | § 8.3.2.1 |
| Diesel: auto start and run 30 minutes min | § 8.3.2.1 | |||
| Foam Water Sprinkler System | ||||
| Discharge Devices | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage/corrosion, in place w/proper aim | § 11.2.5 |
| Strainer | Inspection | *Quarterly | Blow-down Valve, blankets/screens | § 11.2.9.2 |
| Drainage | Inspection | *Quarterly | Free of blockage, embankments good repair | § 11.2.8 |
| Fittings/Piping | Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/corrosion/missing parts | § 11.2.3 |
| Hangers/Support | Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/corrosion, attachments secure | § 11.2.4 |
| Foam Water Sprinkler Proportioning System | ||||
| Standard Pressure | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion, ball drip valves free/opened | § 11.2.9.5.1 |
| Bladder Tank | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion, water control valves in position | § 11.2.9.5.2 |
| Line Proportioner | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion, pressure vacuum vent operable | § 11.2.9.5.3 |
| Standard Balanced | Inspection | *Monthly | Pressure vacuum vent, sensing lines, gauges | § 11.2.9.4 |
| In-Line Balanced | Inspection | *Monthly | Pressure vacuum vent, sensing lines, gauges | § 11.2.9.5.5 |
| Orifice Plate | Inspection | *Monthly | Pressure vacuum vent, sensing lines, gauges | § 11.2.9.5.6 |
| Private Fire Service Mains | ||||
| Hose House | Inspection | Quarterly | Accessible, free of damage, all parts present | § 7.2.2.7 |
| Maintenance | Annually | Hoses and all parts in usable condition | § 7.4.5 | |
| Hydrant House | Inspection | Quarterly | Accessible, free of damage, all parts present | § 7.2.2.7 |
| Maintenance | Annually | Hoses and all parts in usable condition | § 7.4.5 | |
| Hydrant: Wall/Dry | Inspection | Annually | Accessible, no water in barrel, operable | § 7.2.2.4 |
| Testing | Annually | Flow Test, minimum one minute | § 7.3.2 | |
| Maintenance | Annually | Lubricate stems, caps, plugs, threads | § 7.4.3.1 | |
| Hydrant: Wet | Inspection | Annually | Accessible, free of damage, operable | § 7.2.2.5 |
| Testing | Annually | Flow Test, minimum one minute | § 7.3.2 | |
| Maintenance | Annually | Lubricate stems, caps, plugs, threads | § 7.4.3.1 | |
| Monitor Nozzle | Inspection | 2 Times/Year | Free of damage, no leakage, no corrosion | § 7.2.2.6 |
| Testing | Annually | Full range oscillation and movement | § 7.3.3 | |
| Testing | Annually | When attached to hydrants, per NFPA 25 | § 7.3.3.1 | |
| Maintenance | Annually | Lubricate | § 7.4.4 | |
| Mainline Strainer | Inspection | Annually | Clean, free of damage and corrosion | § 7.2.2.3 |
| Maintenance | Annually | Clean annually & after each use | § 7.4.2 | |
| Piping: | ||||
| Exposed | Inspection | Annually | Free of damage, no leakage, no corrosion | § 7.2.2.1 |
| Testing | Every 5 Years | Fire Flow Test for internal conditions | § 7.3.1 | |
| Underground | Testing | Every 5 Years | Fire Flow Test for internal conditions | § 7.3.1 |
| Water Spray Fixed System | ||||
| Drainage | Inspection | Monthly | Free of blockage, embankments good repair | § 10.2.8 |
| Fittings/Piping | Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/corrosion/rust/missing parts | § 10.2.4 |
| Hangers/Support | Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/corrosion/rust/missing parts | § 10.2.4 |
| Heat/Valve Room | Inspection | *Monthly | Maintain 40 degrees F | § 10.2.1.5 |
| Inspection | Weekly | In cold weather, inspect daily | § 10.2.1.5 | |
| Nozzles | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage/corrosion, in place w/proper aim | § 10.2.1 |
| Strainers | Inspection | *Per Mfr | Flushed clear after each operation or test | § 10.2.7 |
| Water Storage Tanks | ||||
| Condition/Level | Inspection | Monthly | In cold weather only | § 9.2.1 |
| Level | Maintenance | Monthly | regardless if water level alarm is provided | § 9.3 |
| Level Alarm | Testing | *2 Times/Year | High and Low water level alarms tested | § 9.3.5 |
| Heating System | Inspection | Daily | In cold weather only | § 9.2.6.6 |
| Temperature | Inspection | Daily | Only in cold weather, maintain 40 deg. F | § 9.2.3.2 |
| Low Alarm | Testing | *Monthly | Where provided, test in cold weather | § 9.3.3 |
| High Alarm | Testing | Monthl y | In cold weather, test limit switches | § 9.3.4 |
| Air Pressure | Inspection | *Monthly | In pressure tanks | § 9.2.2.2 |
| Tank Exterior | Inspection | *Quarterly | Free of damage, no leakage, sound structure | § 9.2.5.1 |
| Tank Area/Yard | Inspection | Quarterly | Free of combustibles, corrosion, erosion, ice | § 9.2.5.2 |
| Hoops/Grillage | Inspection | Annually | In wooden tanks, no damage/deterioration | § 9.2.5.4 |
| Tank Surface | Inspection | Annually | Paint/Coat/Insulation no damage/deterioration | § 9.2.5.5 |
| Maintenance | Per Mfr | Repaint steel tanks per manufacturer | § 9.4.4 | |
| Tank Support | Maintenance | *Per Mfr | Embankment Supported Rubberized Fabric | § 9.4.6 |
| Expansion Joints | Inspection | *Annually | Where provided, no leaks, no cracks | § 9.2.5 |
| Sediment | Maintenance | *2 Times/Year | Drain and/or flush tank | § 9.4.5 |
Inspection: A visual examination to verify an item is in operating condition and free of physical damage.
Testing: A procedure used to determine the status of a system operating as intended by conducting physical checks.
Maintenance: Work performed to keep equipment operable or to make repairs.
*Servicing may be performed by an owner, but must be performed at least annually by a licensed company.
Appendix F
Table Two
Licensed Company Required
Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance of Fire Suppression Systems As Required by Part III, Chapter 1 and the Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems NFPA 25, 2002 Edition
This brief summary of periodic tests, inspections, and maintenance is not all inclusive, and, to assist in the performance of these services, the user is advised to purchase the applicable documents from NFPA (1-800-344-3555). These periodic services must be performed by a company licensed by the Office of State Fire Marshal, Licensing Division, (302) 739-4394. A log book must be maintained by the licensed company for each system. The log book must include the date the service was performed, the type of service performed, and the person performing the service. An asterisk (*) denotes servicing which may be performed by an owner, but must be performed at least annually (once a year) by a licensed company. A licensed company must forward a Certificate of Inspection to the Office of State Fire Marshal within 30 days of the annual inspection.
| Item | Activity | Frequency | Service | Section # |
| General | ||||
| Gauges, Pressure | Inspection | *Monthly | Wet System | § 5.2.4.1 |
| *Weekly | Dry, Preaction, Deluge Systems | § 5.2.4.2 | ||
| Testing | Every 5 Years | Calibration Test | § 5.3.2 | |
| Control Valves | Inspection | *Weekly | Valves (not supervised or secured) | § 12.3.2.1 |
| *Monthly | Supervised/Secured Valves & Tamper Sws | § 12.3.2.1 | ||
| Testing | Annually | Operate Valve - full range of motion | § 12.3.3 | |
| Maintenance | Annually | Oil/grease valve stems, open & close | § 12.4.1.3 | |
| Alarm Devices | Inspection | *Quarterly | Free of damagell connections secure | § 5.3.3.2 |
| Testing | *Quarterly | Wet System: flow thru inspectors test | § 5.3.3.3 | |
| Dry/Preaction/Deluge: use bypass | § 5.3.3.5 | |||
| Hangars | Inspection | Annually | Inspect for damaged or loose hangars | § 5.2.3 |
| Piping | Inspection | Annually | No damage, leakage, corrosion, etc. | § 5.2.2 |
| Sprinklers/Standard | Inspection | Annually | No corrosion, obstructions, paint, etc | § 5.2.1.1 |
| Testing | After 50 Years | Submit samples to lab for test | § 5.3.1.1.1.1 | |
| Testing | +10 Years | Repeat Every 10 years thereafter | ||
| Fast Response | Testing | After 20 Years | Submit samples to lab for test | § 5.3.1.1.1.2 |
| +10 Years | Repeat Every 10 years thereafter | |||
| High Temp | Testing | After 5 Years | Submit samples to lab for test | § 5.3.1.1.1.3 |
| FD Connection | Inspection | *Quarterly | Visible, accessible, operating condition | § 12.7. |
| Alarm Valves | Inspection | *Monthly | Free of damage, leakage, in proper position | § 12.4.1.1 |
| Inspection | Every 5 Years | Internal inspection | § 12.4.1.2 | |
| Check Valves | Inspection | Every 5 Years | Internal inspection | § 12.4.2.1 |
| Backflow Prevention Assemblies | ||||
| Reduced Pressure | Inspection | *Weekly | Differential sensing valve relief port | § 12.6.1.2 |
| R.P. Detector | Inspection | *Weekly | Differential sensing valve relief port | § 12.6.1.2 |
| Entire Assembly | Testing | Annually | Test in accordance with AHJ procedures | § 12.6.2, |
| Main Drain | Testing | *Quarterly | Test to check condition of water supply | § 12.2.6 |
| Water Flow Alarm | Testing | *Quarterly | Test in accordance with manufacturer | § 12.2.7 |
| Preaction/Deluge Valves | ||||
| Valve Exterior | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage, trim valves set properly, etc | § 12.4.1.3.6 |
| Valve Interior | Inspection | Annually | Internal inspection | § 12.4.1.3.7 |
| Strainers/Filters | Inspection | Every 5 Years | Internal inspection | § 12.4.3.1.8 |
| Priming Water | Testing | Quarterly | Test levels per manufacturer's instructions | § 12.4.3.2.1 |
| Low Press Alarm | Testing | Quarterly | Test per manufacturer's instructions | § 12.4.3.2.10 |
| Full Flow Test | Testing | Annually | In warm weather, test per manufacturer | § 12.4.3.2.2 |
| Valves | Testing | Annually | During Full Flow Test, clean & repair interior | § 12.4.3.3.2 |
| Dry Valves/Quick-Opening Devices (Q.O.D.) | ||||
| Valve Exterior | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage, trim valves set properly, etc | § 12.4.4.1.4 |
| Valve Interior | Inspection | Annually | Internal inspection | § 12.4.4.1.5 |
| Strainers/Filters | Inspection | Every 5 Years | Internal Inspection | § 12.4.4.1.6 |
| Priming Water | Testing | Quarterly | Test levels per manufacturer's instructions | § 12.4.4.2.1 |
| Low Air Alarm | Testing | Quarterly | Test per manufacturer's instructions | § 12.4.4.2.6 |
| Q.O.D. | Testing | Quarterly | Test per manufacturer's instructions | § 12.4.4.2.4 |
| Maintenance | Annually | During Trip Test, clean & repair interior | § 12.4.4.3.2 | |
| Trip Test | Testing | Annually | In warm weather, test w/valve partially open | § 12.4.4.2.2 |
| Full Flow Test | Testing | Every 3 Years | In warm weather, test w/valve fully open | § 12.4.4.2.2.2 |
| Pressure Regulating and Relief Valves | ||||
| Sprinkler System | Inspection | *Quarterly | Valves open, no leakage, proper pressure | § 12.5.1.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Flow test on each valve | § 12.5.1.2 | |
| Hose Connection | Inspection | *Quarterly | Valves okay, no leakage, all parts present | § 12.5.2.1 |
| Hose Rack | Inspection | *Quarterly | Valves okay, no leakage | § 12.5.3.1 |
| Fire Pump Relief Valves | ||||
| Circulation | Inspection | *Weekly | Water flows thru valve at churn | § 12.5.6.1 |
| Pressure | Inspection | *Weekly | Water flows thru valve at rated pressure | § 12.5.6.2 |
| Circulation | Testing | Annually | Valve closes per manufacturer's listing | § 12.5.6.1.2 |
| Pressure Relief | Testing | Annually | Valve adjusted during Annual Fire Pump Test | § 12.5.6.2.2 |
| Hose Connections | Testing | Every 5 Years | Full Flow Test per manufacturer | § 12.5.2.2 |
| Hose Rack | Testing | Every 5 Years | Full Flow Test per manufacturer | § 12.5.3.2 |
| Obstruction | Maintenance | Every 5 Years | Investigate to ensure piping is free of debris | Table 5.1 |
| Anti-Freeze | Testing | Annually | Measure specific gravity of solution | § 5.3.4 |
| Standpipes | ||||
| Hose Valve Outlet | Inspection | *Quarterly | All parts present & in good condition | § 6.2.1 |
| Piping | Inspection | *Quarterly | All parts present, operable, in good condition | § 6.2.1 |
| Cabinet | Inspection | Annually | All parts present, operable, in good condition | § 6.2.1 |
| Hose | Inspection | Annually | All parts present, operable, in good condition | § 6.2.1 |
| Testing | Every 5 Years | Per NFPA 1962 | § 6.3 | |
| Testing | Every 3 Years | Per NFPA 1962 | § 6.3 | |
| Hose Storage | Inspection | Annually | All parts present, operable, in good condition | § 6.2.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Test for smooth operation | § 6.3 | |
| Hose Nozzle | Testing | Annually | Test for smooth operation | § 6.3 |
| Hydrostatic | Testing | Every 5 Years | 200 psi for 2 hours | § 6.3 |
| Water Supply | Testing | Every 5 Years | Flow designed volume, pressure @ remote | § 6.3.1.1 |
| Fire Pumps | ||||
| Pump House | Inspection | *Weekly | In cold weather, see Tables 8.1 & 8.5.3 | § 8.2.2 |
| System | Inspection | *Weekly | See Table 8.5.3 | § 8.2.2 |
| Pump Operation | ||||
| No Flow | Testing | *Weekly | Electric: auto start & run 10 minutes min | § 8.3.1.2 |
| Diesel: auto start and run 30 minutes min | § 8.3.1.3 | |||
| Flow | Testing | Annually | Annual Flow Test | § 8.3.3 |
| Hydraulics, Transmission Electrical, Controller, Motor, and Diesel Parts | Maintenance | Annually | Establish preventive maintenance program, per manufacturer's instructions, on all components of the pump assembly | § 8.5.3 |
| Foam Water Sprinkler System | ||||
| Discharge Devices | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage/corrosion, in place w/proper aim | § 11.2.5 |
| Strainer | Testing | Annually | Discharge patterns/proper location/position | § 11.3.3.6 |
| Inspection | *Quarterly | Blow-down Valve, blankets/screens | § 11.2.7 | |
| Testing | Annually | After each test/remove/clean baskets/screens | § 11.2.7.2 | |
| Maintenance | Annually | Inspect and clean after each test | § 11.4 | |
| Drainage | Inspection | *Quarterly | Free of blockage, embankments good repair | § 11.2.9 |
| Fittings/Piping | Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/corrosion/missing parts | § 11.2.3 |
| Hangers/Support | Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/corrosion, attachments secure | § 11.-2.4 |
| Complete System | Testing | Annually | Full Automatic & Manual Operational Test | § 11.3.3 |
| Concentrate Sample | Testing | Annually | During Annual Test refractometric check | § 11.3.6 |
| Maintenance | Annually | During Annual Test, submit sample per mfr | § 11.2.10 | |
| Pump | Maintenance | Monthly | Pump run, circulate foam, maintenance/mfr | § 11.4.6 & 11.4.7 |
| Foam Water Sprinkler Proportioning System | ||||
| Standard Pressure | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion, ball drip valves free/opened | § 11.2.9.5.1 |
| Maintenance | Every 5 Yrs | Disassemble/clean/reassemble ball drip valves | § 11.4.3 A | |
| Maintenance | Every 10 Yr | Drain/flush tank, hydro test | § 11.4.3 BC | |
| Bladder Tank | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion, water control valves in position | § 11.2.9.5.2 |
| Maintenance | Every 10 Yr | Remove/clean sight glass, hydro test | § 11.4.4 | |
| Line Proportioner | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion, pressure vacuum vent operable | § 11.2.9.5.3 |
| Maintenance | Every 10 Yr | Drain/flush tank, tank/piping corrosion check | § 11.4.5 | |
| Standard Balanced | Inspection | *Monthly | Pressure vacuum vent, sensing lines, gauges | § 11.2.9.5.4 |
| Maintenance | Every 5 Yrs | Flush valves, pump/drive train/driver per mfr | § 11.4.6 | |
| In-Line Balanced | Inspection | *Monthly | Pressure vacuum vent, sensing lines, gauges | § 11.2.9.5.5 |
| Maintenance | Every 5 Yrs | Flush valves, pump/drive train/driver per mfr | § 11.4.7 BC | |
| Maintenance | Every 10 Yr | Internally inspect tank for corrosion | § 11.4.7.D | |
| Orifice Plate | Inspection | *Monthly | Pressure vacuum vent, sensing lines, gauges | § 11.2.9.5.6 |
| Water Spray Fixed System | ||||
| Fittings/Piping | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage/corrosion/rust/missing parts | § 10.2.1 &10.2.4 |
| Hangers/Support | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage/corrosion/rust/missing parts | § 10.2.4.2 |
| Heat/Valve Room | Inspection | *Monthly | Maintain 40 degrees F | § 10.2.1.5 |
| Nozzles | Inspection | *Monthly | No damage/corrosion, in place w/proper aim | § 10.2.1 /10.2.5 |
| Strainers | Inspection | *Per Mfr | Flushed clear after each operation or test | § 10.2.7 |
| Operational Test | Testing | Annually | Full Manual & Automatic Operational Test | §T 10.1 |
| Water Storage Tanks | ||||
| Water Level | Inspection | *Quarterly | Where a water level alarm is provided | § 9.2.1 |
| Level Alarm | Testing | *2Times/Year | High and Low water level alarms tested | § 9.33.5 |
| Level Indicators | Testing | Every 5 Years | Accuracy and freedom of movement | § 9.3.1 |
| Thermostats | Testing | Frequency per manufacturer's specifications § 9.3.2 | ||
| Low Temp Alarm | Testing | *Monthly | Where provided, test in cold weather | § 9.3.3 |
| Air Pressure | Inspection | *Monthly | In pressure tanks | § 9.2.2 |
| Tank Exterior | Inspection | *Quarterly | Free of damage, no leakage, sound structure | § 9.2.5.1 |
| Tank Support | Maintenance | *Per Mfr | Embankment Supported Rubberized Fabric | § 9.4.6 |
| Expansion Joints | Inspection | *Annually | Where provided, no leaks, no cracks | § 9.2.5.3 |
| Interior | Inspection | Every 5 Years Every 3 Years | Free of damage Pressure tanks, & steel tanks w/out corrosion protection | § 9.2.6.1.1 § 9.2.6.1.2 |
| Sediment, Drain | Maintenance | *2 Times/Year | Drain and/or flush tank | § 9.4.5 |
| Cathode Protection | Maintenance | Annually | Where provided, per manufacturer | |
| Drain Valves | Maintenance | Annually | Cycled fully open and closed | |
| Vent Screens | Maintenance | Annually | Clean | |
Inspection: A visual examination to verify an item is in operating condition and free of physical damage.
Testing: A procedure used to determine the status of a system operating as intended by conducting physical checks.
Maintenance: Work performed to keep equipment operable or to make repairs.
*Servicing may be performed by an owner, but must be performed at least annually by a licensed company.
Appendix F - Table Three
Owner Performed
Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance of Fire Alarm Signaling Systems
as Required by Regulation 703, Chapter 1 and the National Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72, 2007 Edition
This brief summary of periodic tests, inspections, and maintenance is not all inclusive, and, to assist in the performance of these services, the user is advised to purchase the applicable documents from NFPA (1-800-344-3555). These periodic tests, inspections, and maintenance may be performed by the owner or the owner's maintenance staff. A log book must be maintained by the owner for each system. The log book must include the date the service was performed, the type of service performed, and the person performing the service. An asterisk (*) denotes servicing which must be performed at least annually (once a year) by a company licensed by the Office of State Fire Marshal, Licensing Division, (302) 739-4394.
| Item | Activity | Frequency | Service | Section #/Table |
| Control Equipment | ||||
| Fire Alarm Systems Unmonitored for Alarm Supervisory, Trouble Signals | ||||
| Fuses | Inspection | *Weekly | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Remove fuse & verify rating & supervision | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Interfaced Equip | Inspection | *Weekly | Wiring connections secure/No damage | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Verify integrity & signals by operational test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Lamps & LEDs | *Weekly | *Weekly | All lamps and LEDs illuminated | Table 10.3.1 |
| Quarterly | Quarterly | All lamps and LEDs illuminated | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Primary (Main) Power Supply | Inspection | *Weekly | Secured/Marked/No damage | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Disconnect secondary power, max load test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Functions | Testing | Quarterly | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Transponders | Testing | Quarterly | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Fire Alarm Systems Monitored for Alarm Supervisory, Trouble Signals | ||||
| Fuses | Inspection | *Weekly | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Remove fuse & verify rating & supervision | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Interfaced Equip | Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Verify integrity & signals by operational test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Lamps & LEDs | Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | All lamps and LEDs illuminated | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Primary (Main) Power Supply | Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Disconnect secondary power, max load test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Functions | Testing | Annually | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Transponders | Testing | Annually | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Batteries | ||||
| Lead-Acid | Inspection | *Monthly | Electrolyte level/connections, No corrosion | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Discharge, Load Voltage, Specific Gravity | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | Annually | Charger Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Nickel-Cadmium | Inspection | 2 Times/Year | No corrosion/leakage, Connections tight | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Load Voltage | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | Annually | Charger Test, Discharge (30 min) Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Primary (Dry Cell) | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion/leakage, Connections tight | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Monthly | Load Voltage | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Sealed Lead-Acid | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | No corrosion/leakage, Connections tight | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Load Voltage | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | Annually | Charger Test, Discharge (30 min) Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Transient Suppressors | ||||
| Lightning Protection Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Per mfr/After every lightning strikes/storms | Table 10.3.1 & NFPA 780 | |
| Testing | Per mfr and NFPA 780 | |||
| Remote Annunciators | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annual | Verify operation & identification | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Initiating Devices | ||||
| Air Sampling | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Verify alarm & airflow via ports per mfr | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Duct Detectors | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Verify per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Electromechanical Releasing Device | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Nonrestorable | Testing | Annually | Remove link, ensure operation, lubricate | Table 10.4.4 |
| Restorable | Testing | Annually | Remove link, ensure operation, lubricate | Table 10.4.4 |
| Suppression System Switches | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annually | Mechanical/electrical operation of switch Verify signal receipt at panel | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Fire Alarm Boxes | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Operate per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Heat Detectors/All | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Fixed-Temp | Testing | Annually | Heat test per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 |
| Rate-of-Rise, Rate-of-Compensation, Restorable Line, Spot Type (excluding Pneumatic Tub Type) Fixed-Temp | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Mechanical/electrical tests/Loop resistance | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Nonrestorable Line Type Fixed-Temp. | ||||
| Testing | After 15 Years | Replace all devices or Lab test 2 per 100 | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Nonrestorable Spot Type | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Mechanical/electrical function tests | Table 10.4.4 | |
| (General) Restorable Line | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Heat source or pressure pump | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Radiant Energy Fire Detectors | ||||
| Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/obstructions/proper position | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Per manufacturer and Sensitivity Tests | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Smoke Detectors | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Functional Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | 1st Year and Alternating Yrs Sensitivity Test | (IF within listed and marked sensitivity range) | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Supervisory Signal Devices | ||||
| Inspection | *Quarterly | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Control Valve | Testing | Quarterly | Operate valve per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| High-/Low-Air | Testing | Quarterly | Operate valve per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Room Temp | Testing | Quarterly | Operate switch/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Water Level | Testing | Quarterly | Operate switch/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Water Temp | Testing | Quarterly | Operate switch/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Water Flow | Testing | Quarterly | Flow water per NFPA 25 | Table 10.4.4 |
| Valve Tamper Sw | Testing | 2 Times/Year | Operate switch per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Waterflow Devices | ||||
| Inspection | *Quarterly | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Operate switch per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Fire-Gas & Other | Testing | Annually | Per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 |
| Guard's Tour Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | No damage or missing parts/equipment | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annual | Per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Interface Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annual | Operational test/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Alarm Notification Appliances | ||||
| Audible Devices | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Measure sound level IAW ANSI S-1.4a | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Speakers | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Measure sound level IAW ANSI S-1.4a Verify Voice Clarity | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Visible Devices | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Supervising Station Fire Alarm Systems - Transmitters | ||||
| All Equipment | Testing | Annual | Per mfr/operational test/verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| DACT | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 2 lines/line seizure/trouble signal w/in 90 sec | Table 10.4.4 | |
| DART | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 3 rounds-3 impulses/end-end metallic/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| McCulloh | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 2 lines/line seizure/trouble signal w/in 90 sec | Table 10.4.4 | |
| RAT | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Fault indication/trouble signal | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Supervising Station Fire Alarm Systems - Receivers | ||||
| All Equipment | Testing | Monthly | Per mfr/operational test/verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| DACR | Inspection | *Monthly | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Trouble signal/verify 24-hour signals | Table 10.4.4 | |
| DARR | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Monthly | Verify signals for all 4 trouble conditions/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| McCulloh | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 2 lines/line seizure/trouble signal w/in 90 sec | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Two-Way RF Multiplex | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Monthly | Per mfr/operational test/verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 | |
| RASSR & RARSR | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Monthly | Verify signals for all 3 trouble conditions | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Private Microwave | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Monthly | Verify signals for all 4 trouble conditions/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Engine-Driven Generator | ||||
| Inspection | *Weekly | No damage or leakage | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | *Weekly | Verify operation | NFPA 110 | |
| Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) | ||||
| Testing | *Per manufacturer and NFPA 111 | Table 10.4.4 | ||
| Secondary (Standby) Power Supply | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Disconnect primary/verify trouble signal/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Control Panel Trouble Signals | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Audible/Visible, Disconnect Switches, Ground-Faults, Signal Transmission Off-Site | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Conductors | ||||
| Metallic | Testing | Annually | Stray Voltage, Short Circuit Faults, Ground Faults, Loop Resistance | Table 10.4.4 |
| Nonmetallic Fiber Optics/Fiber Optics Cable Power | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Circuit Integrity, Supervision | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Emergency Voice/Alarm Communications Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Phone Set, Phone Jacks, Amplifier/Tone Generators, Call-In Signal Silence, Off-Hook Indicator (Ring Down), System Performance | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Special Hazard Equipment | ||||
| Abort Switches, Cross-Zone Detection Circuits Matrix-Type Circuit, Release Solenoid, Squibb Release Circuit, Verified/Sequential/Counting Zone Circuit, All other devices or circuits or combinations thereof. | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Operate switches/sensors and verify | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Special Procedures | ||||
| Inspection | 2 Times/Year | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annually | Alarm Verification/Multiplex Systems | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Low Power Radio (Wireless Systems) | ||||
| Testing | Monthly | Per manufacturer | Table10.4.4 | |
Inspection: A visual examination to verify an item is in operating condition and free of physical damage.
Testing: A procedure used to determine the status of a system operating as intended by conducting physical checks.
Maintenance: Work performed to keep equipment operable or to make repairs.
*Servicing may be performed by an owner, but must be performed at least annually by a licensed company.
Appendix F - Table Four
Licensed Company Required
Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance of Fire Alarm Signaling Systems
as Required by Regulation 703, Chapter 1 and the National Fire Alarm Code, NFPA 72, 2007 Edition
This brief summary of periodic tests, inspections, and maintenance is not all inclusive, and, to assist in the performance of these services, the user is advised to purchase the applicable documents from NFPA (1-800-344-3555). These periodic services must be performed by a company licensed by the Office of State Fire Marshal, Licensing Division, (302) 739-4394. A log book must be maintained by the licensed company for each system. The log book must include the date the service was performed, the type of service performed, and the person performing the service. An asterisk (*) denotes servicing which may be performed by an owner, but must be performed at least annually (once a year) by a licensed company. A licensed company must forward a Certificate of Inspection to the Office of State Fire Marshal within 30 days of the annual inspection.
| Item | Activity | Frequency | Service | Section #/Table |
| Control Equipment | ||||
| Fire Alarm Systems Unmonitored for Alarm Supervisory, Trouble Signals | ||||
| Fuses | Inspection | *Weekly | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Remove fuse & verify rating & supervision | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Interfaced Equip | Inspection | *Weekly | Wiring connections secure/No damage | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Verify integrity & signals by operational test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Lamps & LEDs | *Weekly | *Weekly | All lamps and LEDs illuminated | Table 10.3.1 |
| Quarterly | Quarterly | All lamps and LEDs illuminated | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Primary (Main) Power Supply | Inspection | *Weekly | Secured/Marked/No damage | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Disconnect secondary power, max load test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Functions | Testing | Quarterly | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Transponders | Testing | Quarterly | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Fire Alarm Systems Monitored for Alarm Supervisory, Trouble Signals | ||||
| Fuses | Inspection | *Weekly | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Quarterly | Remove fuse & verify rating & supervision | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Interfaced Equip | Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Verify integrity & signals by operational test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Lamps & LEDs | Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | All lamps and LEDs illuminated | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Primary (Main) Power Supply | ||||
| Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annually | Disconnect secondary power, max load test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Functions | Testing | Annually | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Transponders | Testing | Annually | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 |
| Batteries | ||||
| Lead-Acid | Inspection | *Monthly | Electrolyte level/connections, No corrosion | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Discharge, Load Voltage, Specific Gravity | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | Annually | Charger Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Nickel-Cadmium | Inspection | 2 Times/Year | No corrosion/leakage, Connections tight | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Load Voltage | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | Annually | Charger Test, Discharge (30 min) Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Primary (Dry Cell) | Inspection | *Monthly | No corrosion/leakage, Connections tight | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Monthly | Load Voltage | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Sealed Lead-Acid | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | No corrosion/leakage, Connections tight | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Load Voltage | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | Annually | Charger Test, Discharge (30 min) Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Transient Suppressors | ||||
| Lightning Protection Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Per mfr/After every lightning strikes/storms | Table 10.3.1 & NFPA 780 | |
| Testing | Per mfr and NFPA 780 | |||
| Remote Annunciators | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annual | Verify operation & identification | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Initiating Devices | ||||
| Air Sampling | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Verify alarm & airflow via ports per mfr | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Duct Detectors | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Verify per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Electromechanical Releasing Device | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Nonrestorable | Testing | Annually | Remove link, ensure operation, lubricate | Table 10.4.4 |
| Restorable | Testing | Annually | Remove link, ensure operation, lubricate | Table 10.4.4 |
| Suppression System Switches | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annually | Mechanical/electrical operation of switch Verify signal receipt at panel | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Fire Alarm Boxes | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Operate per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Heat Detectors/All | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Fixed-Temp | Testing | Annually | Heat test per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 |
| Rate-of-Rise, Rate-of-Compensation, Restorable Line, Spot Type (excluding Pneumatic Tub Type) Fixed-Temp | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Mechanical/electrical tests/Loop resistance | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Nonrestorable Line Type Fixed-Temp. | ||||
| Testing | After 15 Years | Replace all devices or Lab test 2 per 100 | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Nonrestorable Spot Type | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Mechanical/electrical function tests | Table 10.4.4 | |
| (General) Restorable Line | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Heat source or pressure pump | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Radiant Energy Fire Detectors | ||||
| Inspection | *Quarterly | No damage/obstructions/proper position | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Per manufacturer and Sensitivity Tests | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Smoke Detectors | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annually | Functional Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Testing | 1st Year and Alternating Yrs Sensitivity Test | (IF within listed and marked sensitivity range) | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Supervisory Signal Devices | ||||
| Inspection | *Quarterly | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Control Valve | Testing | Quarterly | Operate valve per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| High-/Low-Air | Testing | Quarterly | Operate valve per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Room Temp | Testing | Quarterly | Operate switch/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Water Level | Testing | Quarterly | Operate switch/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Water Temp | Testing | Quarterly | Operate switch/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Water Flow | Testing | Quarterly | Flow water per NFPA 25 | Table 10.4.4 |
| Valve Tamper Sw | Testing | 2 Times/Year | Operate switch per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| Waterflow Devices | ||||
| Inspection | *Quarterly | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | 2 Times/Year | Operate switch per mfr/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Fire-Gas & Other | Testing | Annually | Per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 |
| Guard's Tour Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | No damage or missing parts/equipment | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annual | Per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Interface Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annual | Operational test/Verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Alarm Notification Appliances | ||||
| Audible Devices | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Measure sound level IAW ANSI S-1.4a | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Speakers | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Measure sound level IAW ANSI S-1.4a Verify Voice Clarity | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Visible Devices | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Per manufacturer | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Supervising Station Fire Alarm Systems - Transmitters | ||||
| All Equipment | Testing | Annual | Per mfr/operational test/verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| DACT | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 2 lines/line seizure/trouble signal w/in 90 sec | Table 10.4.4 | |
| DART | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 3 rounds-3 impulses/end-end metallic/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| McCulloh | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 2 lines/line seizure/trouble signal w/in 90 sec | Table 10.4.4 | |
| RAT | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Fault indication/trouble signal | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Supervising Station Fire Alarm Systems - Receivers | ||||
| All Equipment | Testing | Monthly | Per mfr/operational test/verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 |
| DACR | Inspection | *Monthly | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | Trouble signal/verify 24-hour signals | Table 10.4.4 | |
| DARR | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Monthly | Verify signals for all 4 trouble conditions/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| McCulloh | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Annual | 2 lines/line seizure/trouble signal w/in 90 sec | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Two-Way RF Multiplex | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Monthly | Per mfr/operational test/verify signal receipt | Table 10.4.4 | |
| RASSR & RARSR | Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 |
| Testing | Monthly | Verify signals for all 3 trouble conditions | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Private Microwave | ||||
| Inspection | *2 Times/Year | Secured/No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Monthly | Verify signals for all 4 trouble conditions/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Engine-Driven Generator | ||||
| Inspection | *Weekly | No damage or leakage | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | *Weekly | Verify operation | NFPA 110 | |
| Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) | ||||
| Testing | *Per manufacturer and NFPA 111 Table 10.4.4 | |||
| Secondary (Standby) Power Supply | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Disconnect primary/verify trouble signal/etc | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Control Panel Trouble Signals | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Audible/Visible, Disconnect Switches, Ground-Faults, Signal Transmission Off-Site | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Conductors | ||||
| Metallic | Testing | Annually | Stray Voltage, Short Circuit Faults, Ground Faults, Loop Resistance | Table 10.4.4 |
| Nonmetallic Fiber Optics/Fiber Optics Cable Power | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Circuit Integrity, Supervision | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Emergency Voice/Alarm Communications Equipment | ||||
| Inspection | Annually | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Phone Set, Phone Jacks, Amplifier/Tone Generators, Call-In Signal Silence, Off-Hook Indicator (Ring Down), System Performance | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Full Function Test | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Special Hazard Equipment | ||||
| Abort Switches, Cross-Zone Detection Circuits Matrix-Type Circuit, Release Solenoid, Squibb Release Circuit, Verified/Sequential/Counting Zone Circuit, All other devices or circuits or combinations thereof. | ||||
| Testing | Annually | Operate switches/sensors and verify | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Special Procedures | ||||
| Inspection | 2 Times/Year | No damage or missing parts | Table 10.3.1 | |
| Testing | Annually | Alarm Verification/Multiplex Systems | Table 10.4.4 | |
| Low Power Radio (Wireless Systems) | ||||
| Testing | Monthly | Per manufacturer | Table10.4.4 | |
Inspection: A visual examination to verify an item is in operating condition and free of physical damage.
Testing: A procedure used to determine the status of a system operating as intended by conducting physical checks.
Maintenance: Work performed to keep equipment operable or to make repairs.
*Servicing may be performed by an owner, but must be performed at least annually by a licensed company
Del. Admin. Code tit. 1, 700, Appendices, app F