NFPA 25 Training-Mehboob Shaikh (CFPS, CFI, AMIE)
NFPA 25 Training-Mehboob Shaikh (CFPS, CFI, AMIE)
NFPA 25 Training-Mehboob Shaikh (CFPS, CFI, AMIE)
7, 8%
10, 11%
Equipment shut off before the fire
Manual intervention defeated the equipment
17, 18% Lack of maintenance
59, 63% Damaged component
5, 5%
7, 7%
Water did not reach fire
7, 7%
Not enough water released
8, 8% 44, 43% System Component Damaged
Manual Intervention
Lack of Maintenance
Inappropriate system for type of fire
30, 30%
Min 24 Inch must be maintained This 2 ft. clearance doesn’t apply for storage
(non-Spr Bldg) against wall !!!
• The clearance between the deflector and the top of storage shall be
18 in. (457 mm) or greater ( 36” or greater for special sprinkler & tire
storarge)
Corroded Sprinkler
Sprinkler with
Missing Escutcheon
Improper Use of a
Board to Support Pipe.
Wet Barrel
According to NFPA 1142 Standard on Water Supplies for
Suburban and Rural Fire Fighting:
Key Sentence
“Dry hydrant is an arrangement of pipe permanently connected to a
water source other than a piped, pressurized water supply system that
provides a ready means of water supply for fire-fighting purposes and
Dry Barrel
that utilizes the drafting (suction) capability of a fire department pump”
DRY FIRE HYDRANTS
In dry hydrant water has to be drawn from the supply
(lake, pond, reservoir, tank) by a fire pumper through a
pipe that is typically located underground
WET FIRE HYDRANTS
Private vs Public Fire Hydrants
Everything after street valve will be maintained by
Property owner Fire Hydrant
Public
Fire Line private
to building
Street Valve
8” Water mains
Why Underground Flow Test- 5 Years
Firefighters need to know how much water a hydrant will deliver. This
tells them how much fire can be extinguished using that particular
hydrant.
Knowing the capacity of a hydrant is just as important as knowing the
capacity of a pumper.
If the hydrant cannot supply enough water, the pump capacity does
not mean as much.
PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT FOR FLOW TESTS
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION QTY REPRESENTATION
NAME
Pitot Tube For each flow hydrant, one Pitot tube with a pressure gauge 1
capable of reading from 0 to 60 psi (420 kPa).
One outlet- One outlet-nozzle cap that will fit the outlet nozzle of the 2
nozzle cap residual hydrant. The outlet-nozzle cap is equipped with a
pressure gauge capable of reading from 0 up to 25 psi (175
kPa) greater than the pressure expected in the residual
hydrant.
One Person One person to read the gauge on the residual hydrant and 1
one person to read the gauge on the Pitot tube for each of
the flow hydrants.
PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT FOR FLOW TESTS
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION QTY REPRESENTATION
NAME
Hose 50 ft section of 3” and/or 5” hose 2-4
Allen wrench 1
Clipboard 1
Decide which hydrant will be your pressure hydrant and which will be your flow hydrant(s). The
pressure hydrant will be used to measure static pressure and residual pressure.
Decide how many flow hydrants to use. As a rule of thumb, you should flow enough hydrants at
the same time such that the residual pressure drops at least 25% from the static pressure.
@ Flow Hydrant:
• Measure and record the inside diameter (ID) of the outlet nozzle from which the
flow is measured. The inside diameter (ID) measurement is taken to the nearest
1/16 in. (0.159 cm).
• Insert a hand into the nozzle opening and feel the entrance shoulder to determine
the nozzle coefficient (0.9 for a smooth rounded shoulder, 0.8 for a square
shoulder, and 0.7 for a nozzle that protrudes into the barrel).
• Install and arrange any hoses or diffusers necessary to minimize effect on traffic
or landscaping.
FIELD PROCEDURE FOR FLOW TESTS
9. For reasonably accurate test results, the pressure drop between the static
and the residual pressures should be at least 10 psi (70 kPa).
10. If the distribution system is strong (as it should be near a supply main)
and the pressure drop is less than 10 psi (70 kPa), an additional flow hydrant
should be added to the test.
11. Enough hydrants should be opened to drop the Static pressure by at least
10 psi (70 kPa); however, if more accurate results are required, the pressure
drop should being the Residual pressure as close as possible to 20 psi (138
kPa). The flow available at 20 psi (138 kPa) can be determined by dropping
the Residual pressure to exactly 20 psi (138 kPa) or can be determined at any
Residual pressure by graphical analysis, or by formula calculations.
Equations
Qr=29.83 X CdX D^2 X Sqrt(Pp) ----------------(Eqn.1)
Qf=Qr X ((Ps-20)/(Ps-Pr))^0.54 ----------------(Eqn.2)
where:
Qr is the residual flow at the Pitot pressure measured in gpm
cd is the friction loss coefficient (usually 0.9 for a smooth 2½” opening)
D is the diameter of the opening in inches
Pp is the Pitot pressure in psi
Qf is the FIRE FLOW in gpm at 20 psi
Ps is the static pressure in psi
Pr is the residual pressure in psi
Example
You Perform a Hydrant Test and gain the following results:
1. It immediately tells fire crews the number and capacity of the fire
main system they are hooking into.
2. It shows that the owner is complying with this program.
Historically, fire crews have trusted public hydrants above private ones,
because the City hydrants are on a routine maintenance schedule, and,
generally, the likelihood of running into problems is lessened.
Marking of Hydrants
Classification of Hydrants. Hydrants should be classified in accordance
with their rated capacities [at 20 psi (1.4 bar)residual pressure or other
designated value] as follows:
1. Class AA — Rated capacity of 1500 gpm (5700L/min) or greater
2. Class A — Rated capacity of 1000–1499 gpm (3800– 5699L/min)
3. Class B — Rated capacity of 500–999 gpm (1900–3799L/min)
4. Class C — Rated capacity of less than 500 gpm (1900 L/min)
Marking of Hydrants
The tops and nozzle caps should be painted with the following capacity-indicating
color scheme to provide simplicity and consistency with colors used in signal work
for safety, danger, and intermediate condition:
1. Class AA — Light blue
2. Class A — Green
3. Class B — Orange
4. Class C — Red
NFPA 291 recommends that only the bonnet and caps be color coded. The rest of
the barrel should be a different color
For rapid identification at night, it is recommended that the capacity colors be of
a reflective-type paint.
Marking of Hydrants
Why Hydrant Test - Annually
The purpose of completing a hydrant test is to exercise the hydrant
valves through the full range of operation, clear the hydrant of any
built-up debris, and to ensure proper operation of the barrel drainage
for dry barrel and wall hydrants.
Additionally, the test verifies operation, addresses repair issues, and
verifies reliability of the hydrant with a reasonable assurance that the
water supply is connected and available for use.
FIELD PROCEDURE FOR TEST
• Remove a hydrant cap from the hydrant. Ensure the nonflowing caps are
secured and tight.
• Open the hydrant fully and allow the flow to continue until all foreign
material has cleared, with a minimum flow period of 1 minute. Note that
the flow of fire hydrants supplied by a fire pump will result in the operation
of the fire pump.
• Slowly close the hydrant to avoid water hammer.
• Allow any fire pumps that might have automatically operated to run for 10
minutes, for an electric fire pump, or 30 minutes, for a diesel fire pump.
Follow this with a shutdown of the fire pump and restoration of automatic
operating condition.
FIELD PROCEDURE FOR TEST
• For dry barrel or wall hydrants, check the barrel for proper drainage,
noting the time required for full drainage.
• Dry barrel or wall hydrants that fail to drain within 60 minutes must
be pumped out.
• Replace the hydrant cap on the hydrant.
Chapter 08
FIRE PUMP
Power Indicators
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Isolation Switch
Alternate Power Isolation Switch
Circuit Breaker
Transfer Switch
Standard Objective
API RP 14G 30 Min.
FM Handbook(2nd Ed.) 8 Hr.
Lloyd’s Register 18 Hr.
NFPA Handbook 8 Hr.
NFPA 20 (direct diesel driver) 1 gallon/HP + 5% for Sump + 5% for expansion for 8 h
NFPA 20 (diesel generator for electric 8 Hr.
pump)
S.I. 611 (UK) 12 Hr.
SOLAS (Ships) 18 Hr.
UK DOT (Ships) 12 Hr.
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Comparisons of Pump Test Requirements
Standard Objective Frequency Duration
API RP 610 Run smoothly at rated load and Speed Weekly Bring unit to normal operating
Temperatures
API RP 610 Confirm adequate pump capacity Monthly Until determination of capacity
performance
FM Global Observe any problems and auto start Weekly 30 min
FM Global Flow performance Verification Annually Obtain three test points on pump curve
(30 min minimum)
IRI IM 14.2.1 Prove good working order Weekly Until good working order is demonstrated
NFPA 20 Certified shop test Completion of Until proper performance to NFPA is
fabrication verified
NFPA 20 Field acceptance test Completion of Until proper performance to NFPA is
installation verified, but not less than 1 h.
NFPA 20 Verify driver smooth performance at rated Weekly 30 min or longer to obtain normal
speed running temperatures
NFPA 20 Verify operation of engine with Controller Weekly Automatic start and operate engine for
30 min
NFPA 25 Observe any problems and auto start Weekly 30 Min. & 10 Min.
NFPA 25 Flow and capacity verification Annually Flow condition
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TESTING
Item : No Flow Testing- Diesel Fire Pump/Electric Fire Pump
Frequency : Weekly/Monthly ( or as established by approved RA)
Note : If your system is Equipped with Flow measuring devices than you
can skip first four items listed above.
• If the end of the shaft is not accessible a strobe type tachometer shall
be used. To establish speed of the pump using the tachometer, the
shaft may be marked with piece of chalk and strobe impulse will be
adjusted until rotating chalk mark is appeared to be standing still.
• The Pump speed can then be read from the tachometer dial.
• With Everything ready pump can be started. Initially, the pump should be
operating against a closed system with no valves open and with no water flowing.
• This is churn or shut off phase.
• The Pump can be started manually or equipped to start automatically, by
bleeding off the water pressure.
• Once the Pump is operating both suction and discharge pressure can be read and
recorded, the rpm measured, voltage and current reading taken.
• While the Pump is operating at churn circulation relief valve should have opened
automatically and flowing a solid stream of water. If water is not flowing the relief
valve can be adjusted with crecent wrench until the water flows.
• Bags are only permitted when sprinklers are protecting spray coating areas.
Plastic bags must have a minimum thickness of 0.003 in. (0.076 mm) or small
paper bags may be used. Sprinklers protecting areas other than spray coating
hazards are not permitted to have bags placed over the sprinklers.
• Section 5.3.1.2 requires that one percent (or no less than four) be removed and
submitted to a testing laboratory for evaluation. If a system contains 500
sprinklers.
• for example (400 upright and 100 pendent) then a total of eight sprinklers must
be removed; 400X.01=4 and 100X.01=1 (but not less than 4).
• No. The standard says "without flowing water" so no one flows water at
minimum, rated and peak flows each week as required for the annual flow test.
The circulation relief valve must flow water anytime the pump is running to
provide proper cooling of the pump. Without this small flow of water, the pump
will overheat resulting in damage to the pump shaft or other components.
• This may not be a problem. First, you should verify that all valves on the suction
side of the pump and in the test header are open fully. Some decrease in
performance can be expected due to slight wear of the pump or its components,
this is normal. The annual test is intended to ensure that the pump is capable of
supplying the maximum system demand. The test results from the annual test are
not required to meet the original pump curve as in the original acceptance test.
Escutcheons and cover plates Missing recessed or flush escutcheons, concealed cover plates with deflector and operating element not in correct Red Impairment 5.2.1.1.6
position
Escutcheons Recessed of flush escutcheons caulked or glued to ceiling Orange Critical 5.2.1.1.1
Spare sprinkler cabinet Cabinet missing, temp. over 100°F, not proper number and type, missing wrench for each type, missing list of spare Yellow Noncritical 5.2.1.4(1), 5.2.1.4(2),
sprinklers 5.2.1.4(3)
Pipe and fittings Leaking - slowly dripping and/or moisture on surface Orange Critical 5.2.2.1
Pipe and fittings Leaking - spraying or running water Red Impairment 5.2.2.1
Pipe and fittings Critical mechanical damage Orange Critical 5.2.2.1
Pipe and fittings Poor condition/ external corrosion, mechanical damage, external loads Yellow Noncritical 5.2.2.1 5.2.2.2
Hangers & seismic braces Damaged or loose Yellow Noncritical 5.2.3.2
Hangers & seismic braces Unattached Orange Critical 5.2.3.2
Gauges Poor condition Yellow Noncritical 5.2.4.1, 5.2.4.2
Gauges Not showing normal water/air/nitrogen pressure Orange Critical 5.2.4.1, 5.2.4.2
Gauges Freezer - system pressure lower than compressor Red Impairment 5.2.4.4
Alarm devices Physical damage apparent Yellow Noncritical 5.2.5
Hydraulic design information sign Not attached properly, illegible or missing Yellow Noncritical 5.2.6
Heat tape Not in accordance w/ manufacturer's instructions Orange Critical 5.2.7
Information sign Not attached, illegible or missing Yellow Noncritical 5.2.8
General information sign Not attached, illegible or missing Yellow Noncritical 5.2.9
Inspection reports No previous inspection reports on site N/A Observation
SPRINKLER SYSTEMS - TESTING NFPA #25
Sprinklers - standard No test after 50 years, every 10 years thereafter Orange Critical 5.3.1.1.1
Sprinklers - standard Prior to 1920 not replaced Orange Critical 5.3.1.1.1.2
Sprinklers - fast response No test after 20 years, every 10 years thereafter Orange Critical 5.3.1.1.1.3
Sprinklers - solder-type 325°F or greater No test after 5 years, every 5 years thereafter Orange Critical 5.3.1.1.1.4
Gauges Not replaced or calibrated in 5 years, not accurate within 3% of scale Yellow Noncritical 5.3.2
Alarm devices Water motor and gong not functioning Orange Critical 5.3.3
Alarm devices Pressure switch or vane-type switch not functioning or no alarm Orange Critical 5.3.3
Antifreeze systems Mixture and concentration does not meet requirements of 5.3.4.2.1 Orange Critical 5.3.4
Antifreeze systems Concentration is inadequate to prevent freezing Red Impairment Table A.5.3.4.2.1 (1)
Main drain More than 10% drop in full flow pressure Orange Critical 13.2.5.3
Assessment of internal condition Inspection revealed presence of MIC, zebra mussels, rust and scale Orange Critical 14.2.1
Assessment of internal condition No assessment of internal condition of main and branch line piping after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 14.2.1
STANDPIPE & HOSE SYSTEM - INSPECTION
Piping Leaking - slowly dripping and /or moisture on surface Orange Critical 6.2.1, Tble 6.1.2
Piping Leaking - spraying or running water Red Impairment 6.2.1, Tble 6.1.2
Piping Critical mechanical damage Orange Critical 6.2.1, Tble 6.1.2
Piping Poor condition/external corrosion, mechanical damage, external loads Orange Critical 6.2.1, Tble 6.1.2
Gauges Poor condition Yellow Noncritical 6.2.2.1, 13.2.7.1
Gauges Not showing normal water/air pressure Orange Critical 6.2.2.1, 13.2.7.1
Hydraulic design information sign Missing Yellow Noncritical 6.2.3
Hose connection pressure reducing valves Handwheel broken or missing, hose threads damaged, leaking, reducer missing Orange Critical 13.5.2.1
Hose connection pressure reducing valves Cap missing Yellow Noncritical 13.5.2.1
Hose rack assembly pressure reducing valve Handwheel broken or missing, leaking Orange Critical 13.5.3.1
Hose valves Leaking, visible obstructions, caps, hose threads, valve handle, cap gasket, no restricting device, damaged, or in poor Orange Critical 13.5.6.1
condition
Hose valves Hose threads not compatible Red Impairment 13.5.6.1
Hose Cuts, couplings not of compatible threads Orange Critical Tble 6.1.2, NFPA 1962
Hose Deterioration, no gasket or damaged gaskets Orange Critical Tble 6.1.2, NFPA 1962
Hose Mildew present, corrosion present, hose not connected, hose test outdated Yellow Noncritical Tble 6.1.2, NFPA 1962
Hose nozzle Missing, broken parts or thread gasket damaged Orange Critical Tble 6.1.2, NFPA 1962
Hose storage Hose not properly racked or rolled, nozzle clip missing, nozzle not contained, damaged, obstructed Orange Critical Tble 6.1.2, NFPA 1962
Corroded or damaged parts, not easy to open, not accessible, not identified, door glazing in poor condition, lock not Orange
Cabinet functioning in break glass type, valve, hose nozzle, fire extinguisher, etc.. not readily accessible Critical Tble 6.1.2, NFPA 1962
Hose connection pressure-regulating devices Test results not comparable to previous results Orange Critical 13.5.2.2
Hose connection pressure-regulating devices No full flow test done after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.5.2.2
Hose rack assembly pressure-regulating devices Test results not comparable to previous results Orange Critical 13.5.3.2
Hose rack assembly pressure-regulating devices No full flow test done after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.5.3.2
Hose valves (Class I and Class III standpipe system) Annual test revealed valve leaking or difficult to operate Orange Critical 13.5.6.2.1 13.5.6.2.1.1
Hose valves (Class II standpipe system) Test revealed valve leaking or difficult to operate Orange Critical 13.5.6.2.2.1
Hose valves (Class II standpipe system) No test after 3 years Yellow Noncritical 13.5.6.2.2
Hose storage device Rack will not swing out of cabinet at least 90° Yellow Noncritical 6.1.2, Tble 6.1.2 , NFPA
#1962
Standpipe system Test results did not provide design pressure at required flow Orange Critical 6.3.1.1
Standpipe system No flow test done after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 6.3.1.1
Manual standpipe system and semi-automatic dry standpipe Hydrostatic test showed leaks Yellow Noncritical 6.3.2.1
systems including FDC piping
Manual standpipe system and semi-automatic dry standpipe No hydrostatic test done after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 6.3.2.1
systems including FDC piping
Gauges Not replaced or calibrated in 5 years, not accurate within 3% of scale Yellow Noncritical 6.3.4 13.2.7.2 & 3
Main drain More than 10% drop in full flow pressure Orange Critical 6.3.1.5, 13.2.5.3
Assessment of internal condition Inspection revealed presence of MIC, zebra mussels, rust and scale Orange Critical 14.2.1
Assessment of internal condition No assessment of internal condition of standpipe piping after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 14.2.1
PRIVATE FIRE SERVICE MAINS - INSPECTION
Exposed piping Leaking - slowly dripping, and/or moisture on surface Orange Critical 7.2.2.1, Tble 7.2.2.1.2
Exposed piping Leaking - spraying or running water Red Impairment 7.2.2.1, Tble 7.2.2.1.2
Exposed piping Mechanical damage, corroded, not properly restrained Orange Critical 7.2.2.1, Tble 7.2.2.1.2
Mainline strainers Plugged, fouled Red Impairment 7.2.2.3, Tble 7.2.2.3
Mainline strainers Corroded Orange Critical 7.2.2.3, Tble 7.2.2.3
Backflow prevention assemblies Reduced pressure assemblies differential-sensing valve relief port continuously discharging Orange Critical 13.6.1.2.2
Backflow prevention assemblies Backflow prevention assembly not internally inspected after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.6.1.4
PRIVATE FIRE SERVICE MAINS - INSPECTION - cont.
Fire department connection Not accessible, damaged couplings, or clapper not operating properly or missing Red Impairment 13.7.1
Fire department connection Couplings and swivels damaged, do not rotate smoothly, check valve leaking, automatic drain not operating properly or Orange Critical 13.7.1
missing
Fire department connection Missing identification sign(s) Yellow Noncritical 13.7.1
Fire department connection Missing FDC (Never installed) Observation
Dry barrel , wet barrel & wall hydrant Inaccessible, barrel contains ice, cracks in barrel Red Impairment 7.2.2.4 & 5
7.2.2.4 & 5
Dry barrel , wet barrel & wall hydrant Barrel contains water, improper drainage from barrel, leaks at outlets or top of hydrant Orange Critical 7.2.2.4 & 5
7.2.2.4 & 5
Dry barrel , wet barrel & wall hydrant Tightness of outlets, worn nozzle threads, worn operating nut, missing wrench Yellow Noncritical 7.2.2.4 & 5
7.2.2.4 & 5
Monitor nozzles Damaged, corroded or leaking Orange Critical 7.2.2.6, Tble 7.2.2.6
Hose/hydrant houses Inaccessibl Red Impairment 7.2.2.7, Tble 7.2.2.7
Hose/hydrant houses Damaged Orange Critical 7.2.2.7, Tble 7.2.2.7
Hose/hydrant houses Not fully equipped Yellow Noncritical 7.2.2.7, Tble 7.2.2.7
PRIVATE FIRE SERVICE MAINS - TESTING NFPA #25
Underground and exposed piping Test results not comparable to previous results Orange Critical 7.3.1
Underground and exposed piping No flow test done after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 7.3.1
Backflow prevention assemblies Did not pass forward flow test Red Impairment 13.6.2.1
Fire department connection FDC piping did not pass hydrostatic test Yellow Noncritical 13.7.4
Fire department connection No hydrostatic test done after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.7.4
Dry barrel & wall hydrant Hydrant did not flow clear or did not drain within 60 minutes Yellow Noncritical 7.3.2.1, 7.3.2.4
Pump house/room Ventilating louvers not free to operate Orange Critical 8.2.2 (1)
Pump house/room Heat not adequate, temperature less than 40° F Red Impairment 8.2.2 (1)
Pump house/room Heat not adequate, temperature less than 70° F for diesel pumps without engine heaters Red Impairment 8.2.2 (1)
Pump house/room Heat not adequate, temperature less than 40° F, not as recommended by the engine manufacturer, for diesel pumps with Red Impairment 8.2.2 (1)
engine heaters
FIRE PUMP - INSPECTION - cont. NFPA #25
Pump system Suction, discharge, or bypass valves not fully open, pipe leaking, suction line & system line pressure not normal, wet pit Red Impairment 8.2.2 (2)
suction screens obstructed
Pump system Reservoir empty Red Impairment 8.2.2 (2)
Pump system Suction reservoir does not have required water level, wet pit suction screens missing Orange Critical 8.2.2 (2)
Pump system Minor leaking or drips on floor Yellow Noncritical 8.2.2 (2)
Pump system Suction, discharge, or bypass valves not fully open, major leaking such as spraying or leaking to the extent that pump Red Impairment 8.2.2 (2)
performance might be questioned
Pump system Water flow test valves in open position Yellow Noncritical 8.2.2 (2)
Pump system Pump bearing lubrication not changed, shaft end play not within specified tolerances Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
Mechanical Transmission Coupling not lubricated, right angle gear drive not lubricated Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
No electrical power - Controller pilot light not illuminated, transfer switch pilot light not illuminated, isolating switch not
Electrical power to pump system closed, reverse phase alarm pilot light on or normal phase light is off, oil level in vertical motor sight glass not normal and Red Impairment 8.2.2(3)
no power to jockey pump
Electrical power to pump system Electrical power is provided - controller pilot light not illuminated, transfer switch pilot light not illuminated, reverse phase Yellow Noncritical 8.2.2(3)
alarm pilot light on or normal phase light is not illuminated
Electrical power to pump system Circuit breakers and fuses tripped/open Red Impairment 8.2.2(3)
Electrical connections loose, pressure switch settings not calibrated, mechanical parts not lubricated, motor bearings not
Electrical system greased, voltmeter and ammeter not accurate, corrosion on printed circuit boards, cracked cable/wire insulation, leaks in Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
plumbing repairs, water on electrical parts
Diesel engine system - fuel Fuel tank not voided of water and foreign material, strainer, filter or dirt leg not cleaned Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
Diesel engine system - lubrication system Lube oil heater not operational, crankcase oil level not within acceptable range, crank case breather needs cleaned or Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
replaced
Not adequate cooling water to heat exchanger, flexible hoses and connections damaged, cooling water jacket heater not
Diesel engine system - cooling system operational, water strainer needs cleaned, antifreeze needs changed, heat exchanger not rodded out, ductwork and Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
louvers need cleaned
Diesel engine system - exhaust system Leaking, condensate trap needs drained Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
Battery case corroded, battery case needs cleaned, charger and charge rate not equalized, terminals need cleaned or
Diesel engine system - battery system tightened, cranking voltage exceeds 9 volts on 12 volt system or 18 volts on 24 volt system Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
Diesel engine system - electrical system Wiring subject to movement chafing, boxes, panels and cabinets need cleaned, corrosion on printed circuit boards, Yellow Noncritical Table 8.1.2
cracked cable/wire insulation, leaks in plumbing parts and water on electrical parts
Diesel engine system - electrical system Circuit breakers and fuses over 2 years old, Orange Critical Table 8.1.2
Steam system Steam pressure gauge reading not normal Orange Critical 8.2.2 (5)
FIRE PUMP - TESTING NFPA #25
Fire pump test Pump did not start automatically, electric pump did not run 10 minutes, diesel pump did not run 30 minutes Red Impairment 8.3.2.2, 8.3.2.3, 8.3.2.4
Fire pump test - pump system System suction and discharge gauge reading, or pump starting pressure not acceptable Orange Critical 8.3.2.8(1), 8.3.2.9(1)
Fire pump test - pump system Pump packing gland discharge not acceptable, unusual noise or vibration, packing boxes, bearings or pump casing Orange Critical 8.3.2.9(1)
overheating
Fire pump test - electrical motor - driven system Time for motor to accelerate to full speed, time controller is on first step or time pump runs after starting not acceptable Red Impairment 8.3.2.9(2)
Fire pump test - diesel engine - driven system Time for engine to crank and time for engine to reach running speed not acceptable (engine to reach rated speed within Orange Critical 8.3.2.9(3)
20 seconds per 11.2.7.1 of NFPA 20, 2013 edition)
Fire pump test - diesel engine - driven system Low rpm Red Impairment 8.3.2.9(3)
Fire pump test - diesel engine - driven system Low oil pressure, high temperature, high cooling water pressure Orange Critical 8.3.2.9(3)
Fire pump test - steam system Gauge reading and time for turbine to reach running speed not acceptable Orange Critical 8.3.2.9(4)
Fire pump annual test Circulation relief valve and/or pressure relief valve did not work properly at churn condition Orange Critical 8.3.3.2 (1)
Fire pump annual test Pressure relief valve did not work properly at each flow condition Orange Critical 8.3.3.3.1
Overcurrent protective devices opened when simulating a power failure condition at peak load, power not transferred to
Fire pump annual test (with transfer switch) alternate source, pump did not continue to perform at peak load, pump did not reconnect to normal power after removing Red Impairment 8.3.3.4
power failure condition
Fire pump annual test Alarms did not properly operate Orange Critical 8.3.3.5
Pump house/room Heating, lighting, ventilating systems did not pass test Orange Critical 8.3.6.3
Fire pump annual test Parallel or angular alignment not correct Orange Critical 8.3.6.4
Fire pump annual test Flow test results are not within 5% of acceptance test or nameplate Orange Critical 8.3.7.3
Fire pump annual test Voltage readings at motor not within 5% below or 10% above rated (nameplate) Orange Critical 8.3.7.6
Fire pump annual test Flow test results not within 5% of initial unadjusted acceptance test or nameplate Orange Critical 8.3.7.3
Positive displacement pump annual test Flow test did meet the specified rated performance criteria Orange Critical 8.3.5.2
Electronic fuel management control system Backup ECM and/or primary and redundant sensors failed test Yellow Noncritical 8.3.3.8
Water level Water level and/or condition not correct Orange Critical 9.2.1
Water level Tank is empty Red Impairment 9.2.1
Air pressure Air pressure in pressure tanks not correct Red Impairment 9.2.2
Heating system Heating system not operational, water temperature below 40°F Orange Critical 9.2.3, 9.2.4
Heating system Water temperature below at or below 32°F Red Impairment 9.2.3, 9.2.4
Exterior Tank exterior, supporting structure, vents, foundation, catwalks or ladders where provided damaged Yellow Noncritical 9.2.5.1
Exterior Area around tank has fire exposure hazard in form of combustible storage, trash, debris, brush or material Yellow Noncritical 9.2.5.2
Exterior Accumulation of material on or near parts that could result in accelerated corrosion or rot Yellow Noncritical 9.2.5.2
Exterior Ice buildup on tank and support Orange Critical 9.2.5.2
Exterior Erosion exists on exterior sides or top of embankments supporting coated fabric tanks Yellow Noncritical 9.2.5.2
Exterior Expansion joints leaking or cracking Orange Critical 9.2.5.3
Exterior Hoops and grills of wooden tanks in poor condition Yellow Noncritical 9.2.5.4
Exterior Exterior painted, coated, or insulated surfaces of tanks or supporting structure degraded Yellow Noncritical 9.2.5.5
Automatic tank fill valve Exterior damaged, strainers, filters and orifices not cleaned Yellow Noncritical Table 9.5.1.1
Interior (pressure tanks or steel tanks w/o corrosion Pitting, corrosion, spalling, rot, other forms of deterioration, waste materials exist, aquatic growth, local or general failure
protection every 3 years, all others every 5 years) of interior coating Yellow Noncritical 9.2.6.3
Interior testing Tank coating did not pass adhesion, coating thickness or wet sponge test Yellow Noncritical 9.2.7
Interior testing Tank walls and bottoms did not pass ultrasonic test Yellow Noncritical 9.2.7
Interior testing Tank bottom seams did not pass vacuum-box test Yellow Noncritical 9.2.7
Testing Level indicator lacked freedom of movement or not accurate Orange Critical 9.3.1
Testing Level indicator not tested after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 9.3.1
Testing Low water temperature alarm did not pass test Orange Critical 9.3.3
Testing High water temperature limit switch did not pass test Yellow Noncritical 9.3.4
Testing High and low water level alarms did not pass test Orange Critical 9.3.5
Gauges Not replaced or calibrated in 5 years, not accurate within 3% of scale Yellow Noncritical 9.3.6
Automatic tank fill valve Valve did not operate properly during test Orange Critical 9.5.3
WATER SPRAY FIXED SYSTEMS INSPECTION NFPA #25
Pipe and fittings Mechanical damage, missing or damaged paint or coating, rusted or corroded, not properly aligned or trapped sections, Orange Critical 10.2.4.1
low point drains not functioning, improper location of rubber-gasketed fittings
Water spray nozzles Missing caps or plugs if required or not free to operate as intended. Orange Critical 10.2.5.2
Mainline strainers and individual water spray nozzle strainers Strainer plugged or fouled Red Impairment 10.2.7
Mainline strainers and individual water spray nozzle strainers Strainer damaged or corroded Yellow Noncritical 10.2.7
Mainline strainers Mainline strainers have not been inspected within the last five years Yellow Noncritical 10.2.1.7
Drainage Trap sumps and drainage trenches blocked, retention embankments or dikes in disrepair Yellow Noncritical 10.2.8
Automatic detection equipment Not inspected in accordance with NFPA 72 Yellow Noncritical 10.2.3.1
Automatic detection equipment (Not covered by NFPA #72) Missing detectors, loose, not protected from corrosion or weather, damaged, communication wiring, control panels or Orange Critical 10.2.3.2
pneumatic tubing system not functional
Ultra-High-Speed Detectors have physical damage or deposits on lenses of optical detectors Orange Critical 10.4.2
Ultra-High-Speed Controllers found to have faults Orange Critical 10.4.3
WATER SPRAY FIXED SYSTEMS TESTING NFPA #25
Operational test Heat detection system did not operate within 40 seconds, flammable gas detection system did not operate within 20 Red Impairment 10.3.4.1
seconds
Operational test Test not done after 1 year Yellow Noncritical 10.3.4.1
Operational test Nozzles are plugged Red Impairment 10.3.3.3.1
Operational test Nozzles not correctly positioned Orange Critical 10.3.3.3.1
Operational test Pressure readings are not comparable to original design requirements Orange Critical 10.3.3.4.3
Operational Test Test not performed performed with maximum number of systems expected to operate Yellow Noncritical 10.3.4
Operational test Manual actuation devices did not work properly Red Impairment 10.3.5
Low point drains/weep holes Piping not drained, weep holes not clear or obstructed Yellow Noncritical 10.3.6.1.2
Main drain More than 10% drop in full flow pressure Orange Critical 10.3.7.1
Ultra-High-Speed Operational test Response time was more than 100 milliseconds Red Impairment 10.4.5.2
Ultra-High-Speed Operational test Test not done after 1 year Yellow Noncritical 10.4.1
Assessment of internal condition Inspection revealed presence of MIC, zebra mussels, rust and scale Orange Critical 14.2.1
Assessment of internal condition No assessment of internal condition of piping within the last five years Yellow Noncritical 14.2.1
FOAM-WATER SPRINKLER SYSTEM INSPECTION (NFPA 16 systems only, not NFPA 11 or 409) NFPA #25
Hangers & seismic braces Damaged or missing, not securely attached to structural or piping, missing or damaged paint or coating, rusted or Orange Critical 11.2.4
corroded.
Foam-water discharge devices Discharge devices missing Red Impairment 11.2.5.1
Foam-water discharge devices Discharge devices not properly positioned or pointed in design direction, loaded, or corroded Orange Critical 11.2.5.1
Foam-water discharge devices Caps and plugs not free to operate as intended. Orange Critical 11.2.5.2
Foam-water discharge devices Missing caps or plugs if required Orange Critical 11.2.5.2
Foam-water discharge devices Incorrect foam concentrate for application and devices Orange Critical 11.2.5.4
Proportioning systems (all) Concentrate tank does not have correct quantity required by original design Orange Critical 11.2.9.4
Proportioning systems (all) Concentrate tank empty Red Impairment 11.2.9.4
Standard pressure proportioner Automatic drains (ball drip valves) not free or open, external corrosion on foam concentrate tanks Yellow Noncritical 11.2.9.5.1.2
Standard pressure proportioner Ball drip drain valves not cleaned within last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.3.1
Standard pressure proportioner Foam liquid storage tank not flushed within last 10 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.3.2
Standard pressure proportioner Foam liquid storage tank not hydrostatically tested within the last 10 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.3.3
Bladder tank proportioner Water control valve to foam concentrate in "closed" position Red Impairment 11.2.9.5.2.2
Bladder tank proportioner Foam in water surrounding bladder Red Impairment 11.2.9.5.2.2
Bladder tank proportioner External corrosion on foam concentrate tank Yellow Noncritical 11.2.9.5.2.2
Bladder tank proportioner Sight glass not cleaned within last 10 years (where provided) Yellow Noncritical 11.4.4.1
Bladder tank proportioner Foam concentrate tank not hydrostatically tested within the last 10 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.4.2
Line proportioner Strainer damaged, corroded, pressure vacuum vent not operating freely Orange Critical 11.2.9.5.3
Line proportioner Strainer plugged or fouled Red Impairment 11.2.9.5.3
Line proportioner External corrosion on foam concentrate tank Yellow Noncritical 11.2.9.5.3
Line proportioner Foam liquid storage tank not flushed within last 10 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.5.3
Line proportioner Foam liquid storage tank not internally inspected within last 10 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.5.1
Line proportioner Pickup pipes inside the tank corroded, not separated or plugged Yellow Noncritical 11.4.5.2
FOAM-WATER SPRINKLER SYSTEM INSPECTION (NFPA 16 systems only, not NFPA 11 or 409) cont.. NFPA #25
Standard balanced pressure proportioner Sensing line valves not open, no power to foam liquid pump Red Impairment 11.2.9.5.4
Standard balanced pressure proportioner Strainer damaged, corroded, plugged or fouled, pressure vacuum vent not operating freely, gauges damaged or not Orange Critical 11.2.9.5.4
showing proper pressures
Standard balanced pressure proportioner Foam concentrate pump not operated and foam circulated within the last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.6.1
Standard balanced pressure proportioner Foam pumps, drive train and drivers not serviced within the last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.6.2
Standard balanced pressure proportioner Diaphragm balancing valve not flushed within the last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.6.3
Standard balanced pressure proportioner Foam concentrate tank not internally inspected for corrosion within the last 10 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.6.4
In-Line balanced pressure proportioner Sensing line valves at pump unit or individual proportioner stations not open, no power to foam liquid pump Red Impairment 11.2.9.5.5
In-Line balanced pressure proportioner strainer damaged, corroded, pressure vacuum vent not operating freely, gauges damaged or not showing proper Orange Critical 11.2.9.5.5
pressures
In-Line balanced pressure proportioner Strainer plugged or fouled Red Impairment 11.2.9.5.5
In-Line balanced pressure proportioner Foam concentrate pump not operated and foam circulated within the last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.7.1
In-Line balanced pressure proportioner Foam pumps, drive train and drivers not serviced within the last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.7.2
In-Line balanced pressure proportioner Diaphragm balancing valve not flushed within the last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.7.3
In-Line balanced pressure proportioner Foam concentrate tank not internally inspected for corrosion within the last 10 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.7.4
Orifice plate proportioner No power to foam liquid pump Red Impairment 11.2.9.5.6
Orifice plate proportioner strainer damaged, corroded, pressure vacuum vent not operating freely, gauges damaged or not showing proper Orange Critical 11.2.9.5.6
pressures
Alarm devices Water motor and gong not functioning Orange Critical 11.1.4.1.1, 11.3.1.1
Alarm devices Pressure switch or vane type switch not functioning or no alarm Orange Critical 11.1.4.1.2, 11.3.1.2
Pressure vacuum vents Not flushed and serviced within the last 5 years Yellow Noncritical 11.4.8
Operational Test Fire detection system did not operate within requirements of NFPA #72 Orange Critical 11.3.2.4
Operational Test Test not done after 1 year Yellow Noncritical Tble 11.1.1.2
Operational Test Nozzles are plugged Red Impairment 11.3.2.6.1
Operational Test Nozzles are not correctly positioned Orange Critical 11.3.2.6.1
Operational Test Pressure readings are not comparable to original design requirements Orange Critical 11.3.2.7.3
Operational Test Test not performed with maximum number of systems expected to operate Yellow Noncritical 11.3.3
Operational Test Manual actuation devices did not work properly Red Impairment 11.3.4
Operational Test Foam sample failed concentration test Red Impairment 11.3.5.3
Main drain More than 10% drop in full flow pressure Orange Critical 13.2.5.2
Assessment of internal condition Inspection revealed presence of MIC, zebra mussels, rust and scale Orange Critical 14.2.1
Assessment of internal condition No assessment of internal condition of main and branch line piping within the last five years Yellow Noncritical 14.2.1
VALVE, VALVE COMPONENTS & TRIM - INSPECTION NFPA #25
Alarm valve Alarm valve, strainers, filters and restricted orifices not internally inspected after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.4.1.2
Check valve Check valve not internally inspected after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.4.2.1
Valve enclosure Upon visual observation, enclosure not maintaining minimum 40°F temperature Orange Critical 13.4.3.1.1, 13.4.4.1.1
Valve enclosure Low temperature alarms (if installed) are physically damaged Orange Critical 13.4.3.1.1, 13.4.4.1.1
Preaction valve and deluge valve External physical damage, trim valves not in appropriate open or closed position, valve seat leaking Orange Critical 13.4.3.1.6
Preaction valve and deluge valve Electrical components not in service Red Impairment 13.4.3.1.6
Preaction valve and deluge valve Internal inspection of valve after trip test not acceptable Yellow Noncritical 13.4.3.1.7,
Interior of preaction valve/or deluge valve (that can be reset w/o removal of faceplate), strainers, filters, restricted orifices, 13.4.3.1.7.1, 13.4.3.1.8
and diaphragm chambers not internally inspected after 5 years
Preaction valve and deluge valve Yellow Noncritical
Dry pipe valve and preaction valve auxiliary drains Missing identification sign Yellow Noncritical 13.4.4.1.3
Dry pipe valve/quick opening device External physical damage, trim valves not in appropriate open of closed position, intermediate chamber leaking Orange Critical 13.4.4.1.4
Dry pipe valve/quick opening device Internal inspection of valve after trip test not acceptable Yellow Noncritical 13.4.4.1.5
Dry pipe valve/Quick opening device Strainers, filters and restricted orifices not internally inspected after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.4.4.1.6
Air dryer Not being maintained per mfg. instructions Yellow Noncritical 5.4.2.3
Air compressor Filters not cleaned, oil not changed or other mfg. recommendations not performed Yellow Noncritical 5.4.2.4
Sprinkler pressure-reducing control valves Not in open position Red Impairment 13.5.1.1
Control valve Valve not operating through its full range Orange Critical 13.3.3.1
Control valve No spring or torsion felt in rod when opening post indicator valve Red Impairment 13.3.3.2
Supervisory switches No signal from two revolutions of hand wheel from normal position or when stem has moved one-fifth of distance from Orange Critical 13.3.3.5
normal position, signal restored in position other than normal
Preaction valve Priming water level not correct Orange Critical 13.4.3.2.1
Preaction valve No full flow trip test done after 3 years Yellow Noncritical 13.4.3.2.3
Preaction valve Three year leakage test failed Orange Critical 13.4.3.2.6
Preaction valve No air leakage test after 3 years Yellow Noncritical 13.4.3.2.6
Deluge valve Annual full flow trip test revealed plugged nozzles, manual actuation devices did not operate properly Red Impairment 13.4.3.2.2.6
Deluge valve Pressure reading at hydraulically most remote nozzle and/or at valve not comparable to original design values Orange Critical 13.4.3.2.7.3
Preaction valve Low air pressure switch did not send signal, no alarm Orange Critical 13.4.3.2.13
Preaction and deluge valve Low temperature switch did not send signal, no alarm Orange Critical 13.4.3.2.14
Preaction valve Automatic air maintenance device did not pass test Yellow Noncritical 13.4.3.2.15
Dry pipe valve/Quick opening device Priming water level not correct Orange Critical 13.4.4.2.1
Dry pipe valve Annual trip test results were not comparable to previous tests Orange Critical 13.4.4.2.2
Dry pipe valve No full flow trip test done after 3 years Yellow Noncritical 13.4.4.2.2.2
Dry pipe valve Quick opening device did not pass test Orange Critical 13.4.4.2.4
Dry pipe valve Low air pressure switch did not send signal or no alarm Orange Critical 13.4.4.2.6
Dry pipe valve Low temperature switch did not send signal or no alarm Orange Critical 13.4.4.2.7
Dry pipe valve Automatic air maintenance device did not pass test Orange Critical 13.4.4.2.8
Dry pipe valve Trip test tag or card missing Yellow Noncritical 13.4.4.2.5
Dry pipe valve No air leakage test a<er 3 years Yellow Noncritical 13.4.4.2.9
Dry pipe valve Three year air leakage test failed Orange Critical 13.4.4.2.9
Sprinkler pressure reducing control valves Test results not comparable to previous results Orange Critical 13.5.1.2
Sprinkler pressure reducing control valves No full flow test done after 5 years Yellow Noncritical 13.5.1.2
Master pressure reducing valve Test results not comparable to previous results Orange Critical 13.5.4.3
Master pressure reducing valve No full flow test not performed after 1 year Yellow Noncritical 13.5.4.3