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Quarterly functional testing of fire sprinkler systems per AS 1851 / NFPA 25.
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Inspection Items
Circle or mark the applicable column for each item: P = Pass | F = Fail | N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F.
| # | Check | P | F | N/A | Notes / Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control Valves & Water Supply | |||||
| 1 | Main control valve: open, locked, sealed and tagged | ||||
| 2 | Sectional / zone control valves: correct position, sealed | ||||
| 3 | Water supply pressure: static reading recorded (kPa / psi) | ||||
| 4 | Water supply pressure: residual reading recorded via main drain | ||||
| 5 | Main drain test: flow and pressure compared to previous results | ||||
| 6 | Fire pump (if fitted): auto-start tested on pressure drop | ||||
| Alarm Devices & Monitoring | |||||
| 7 | Water flow alarm switch: activated via test, alarm received at panel | ||||
| 8 | Alarm signal received at monitoring centre: confirmed | ||||
| 9 | Pressure switches: tested, alarm at correct set point | ||||
| 10 | Water motor gong (if fitted): activated during flow test | ||||
| 11 | Supervisory signals: tamper switches tested on all monitored valves | ||||
| Sprinkler Heads & Piping | |||||
| 12 | Sprinkler heads (sample): no damage, corrosion, paint or loading | ||||
| 13 | Sprinkler head clearance: minimum 300mm below storage maintained | ||||
| 14 | Spare sprinkler heads: cabinet stocked per AS 1851 / NFPA 25 requirements | ||||
| 15 | Pipe hangers and supports: secure, no sagging or missing hangers | ||||
| 16 | Visible piping: no leaks, corrosion, mechanical damage or obstructions | ||||
| Fire Department Connection (FDC) | |||||
| 17 | FDC: visible, accessible, caps in place | ||||
| 18 | FDC check valve: not leaking, couplings undamaged | ||||
| 19 | FDC signage: present and legible | ||||
| 20 | Clear access to FDC: no obstructions within required clearance | ||||
| Gauges & Drain Valves | |||||
| 21 | System pressure gauges: readable, in calibration date | ||||
| 22 | Air gauge (dry systems): pressure within acceptable range | ||||
| 23 | Auxiliary drain valves (dry systems): drained this quarter | ||||
| 24 | Inspector test valve: opened, flow confirmed, alarm activated | ||||
| # | Check | P | F | N/A | Notes / Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booster Pump & Tank (if applicable) | |||||
| 25 | Pump starts on pressure drop: confirmed | ||||
| 26 | Pump running pressure and flow: within design parameters | ||||
| 27 | Pump controller: no fault alarms, auto mode enabled | ||||
| 28 | Diesel engine pump (if fitted): fuel level, battery, coolant checked | ||||
| 29 | Water storage tank level: at or above minimum required level | ||||
| 30 | Tank level switches and alarms: functional | ||||
| Records & Compliance | |||||
| 31 | Previous quarterly report: reviewed, open items closed | ||||
| 32 | AS 1851 / NFPA 25 logbook: entries current | ||||
| 33 | Impairment procedures: system impairments properly managed and notified | ||||
| 34 | Fire brigade / monitoring company: notified before and after testing | ||||
| 35 | Inspection tag or label: updated with date and inspector details | ||||
Defects & Action Required (list any item marked F: reference item # from checklist)
| Item # | Defect description | Action taken / reported to | Rectified by / date |
|---|---|---|---|
Declaration
I declare that I have completed this quarterly inspection and functional testing in accordance with AS 1851 Section 2 and NFPA 25 requirements. All tests and inspections are recorded accurately. Any impairments or deficiencies have been reported to the building owner or responsible person and the fire monitoring company.