Fire Safety Log Book Page 9
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19FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
Fire Alarm (for further information refer to the current British Standard (5839) It is important that the
operations of testing do not result in a false signal of fire.
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Daily inspect the panel for normal operation of the system. When provided, check that the
connection to the remote manned centre is functioning correctly. Record any defect in the log
book and report it to a responsible person.
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Weekly test and examination to ensure that the system is capable of operating under alarm
conditions, namely:
(a) Operate trigger device (manual call point or detector) or end of line switch on a zone
circuit. Zones should be tested in strict rotation, each zone is being tested quarterly for a
monitored system and weekly for an un-monitored system. Each time a zone is tested a
different trigger device should be used.
(b) Examination of batteries and connections including electrolyte level.
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Quarterly and annual inspection and test. No guidance is given as these should be done by
the installer, or an employee who has received special training by the installer.
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5 yearly wiring check I.E.E. Wiring Regulations.
FIRE DETECTORS (for further information refer to the current British Standard (5839)
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Regular visual inspection of detectors for damage, unusual accumulations of dirt, heavy coats
of paint and other conditions likely to interfere with the correct operation of the detector.
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Annual test of at least 2% of installed heat detectors by application of a heat source as a
check on reliability. Detectors other than heat should be checked for correct operation and
sensitivity in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction.
AUTOMATIC DOOR RELEASES CONNECTED TO THE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
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Weekly, in conjunction with the fire alarm test, check that all doors are being released and
closing onto the door rebates.
FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
RECORD OF TEST
Date
Fire Alarm
Automatic Door
Automatic
Remedial
Signature
Releases
Detector
Action Taken
Call point
Satisfactory
Location or
Satisfactory
location or
Yes/No
Number
Yes/No
number
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