Inspection and maintenance instructions for the electrochemical energy storage fire protection system

Why should fire protection equipment be inspected?

Routine inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection equipment can create an impairment to the system, and these impairments need to be properly managed.

What is a fire protection system inspection?

Impairment: The planned or unplanned shutdown of a fire protection system. Inspection: A visual examination that determines if a condition, device, equipment, or system is suitable for service. Main drain (2-inch drain): The primary drain for a sprinkler system located on the system riser.

What is energy storage system installation review and approval?

4.0 Energy Storage System Installation Review and Approval The purpose of this chapter is to provide a high-level overview of what is involved in documenting or validating the safety of an ESS as installed in, on, or adjacent to buildings or facilities.

What are ESS safety standards?

Considering ESS safety from a ground-up perspective, standards will apply to the smallest parts of the system (e.g., wires, relays, switches, etc.) to address their design, construction, and safety features to serve their intended purpose.

What is a fire protection system inspection frequency comparison?

Fire Protection System Inspection Frequency Comparison Check system valve air and water pressures (including for pilot lines). Verify the quick-opening device for in-service conditions including equalized air pressure and open control valves. Confirm system valve enclosures are maintained above 40F (5C).

What are fire alarm rules?

Rules cover the application, installation, location, performance, inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm systems, supervising station alarm systems, public emergency alarm reporting systems, fire warning equipment and emergency communications systems, and their components.