Water-based fire protection system inspection per NFPA 25
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| # | Inspection Item | P/F | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprinkler Heads | |||
| 1 | Sprinkler heads free from corrosion, paint, and loading | ||
| 2 | No missing or damaged sprinkler heads | ||
| 3 | Correct temperature rating for location | ||
| 4 | Minimum clearance maintained below deflector (450 mm / 18 in) | ||
| 5 | Escutcheon plates and cover plates in place | ||
| 6 | Spare sprinkler cabinet stocked (minimum 6 heads) | ||
| Control Valves | |||
| 7 | All control valves in open (normal) position | ||
| 8 | Valve position indicators visible and correct | ||
| 9 | Valves sealed, locked, or supervised | ||
| 10 | Tamper switches functional and connected to panel | ||
| 11 | Valves accessible and not obstructed | ||
| Gauges | |||
| 12 | System pressure gauge reading within normal range | ||
| 13 | Supply pressure gauge reading within normal range | ||
| 14 | Gauges readable and not damaged | ||
| 15 | Differential pressure within acceptable limits (dry systems) | ||
| Alarm Devices | |||
| 16 | Waterflow alarm switch installed and connected | ||
| 17 | Water motor gong accessible and unobstructed | ||
| 18 | Alarm panel receives signal from waterflow switch | ||
| 19 | Vane-type or pressure switch waterflow device operational | ||
| 20 | Supervisory signals tested and received | ||
| Piping and Hangers | |||
| 21 | Piping free from mechanical damage and corrosion | ||
| 22 | No visible leaks at joints or fittings | ||
| 23 | Hangers and bracing secure and undamaged | ||
| 24 | Seismic bracing intact (if required) | ||
| 25 | Piping not used as support for other items | ||
| Testing (if applicable) | |||
| 26 | Inspector's test valve opened and flow confirmed | ||
| 27 | Alarm activated within 60 seconds of test valve opening | ||
| 28 | Main drain test performed, pressure recorded | ||
| 29 | Fire pump (if applicable) started and run tested | ||
| 30 | All test valves closed and system restored to service | ||
I confirm that all items have been inspected/completed as indicated above. Any defects or concerns have been noted and reported.