AS1670.1-2018 Commissioning

Technician

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Australian Standards

What service is getting tested

A.3 a - EquipmentCheck that all equipment

is listed in the table of system components;

meets the referenced component Standard;

has been located, installed and interconnected in accordance with the system design documentation and the requirements of this Standard; and

is installed in an environment for which they are suitable.

N/A

A.3 b - DetectorsCheck that all detectors and other devices used in the system are

compatible with the relevant parts of FDCIE; particularly ensure that the allowed number of detectors and other devices for each transmission path are not exceeded;

not set to a sensitivity outside that prescribed in the referenced component Standard;

in accordance with the requirements of Clause 3.11 (where CO fire detectors are incorporated in the system); and

are activated when tested and correctly indicate on the detectors and at the FDCIE.

N/A

A.3 c - Networked FDCIE

Check that the requirements of Clause 2.4 are met.

N/A

A.3 d - Distributed parts of CIE

Check that the requirements of Clause 2.4 are met.

N/A

A.3 e - Zone block diagram

Check the zone block plan is adjacent to the FBP and reflects the correct detection zone layout as defined in the design documentation.

N/A

A.3 f - Mains Power

the mains power for the system is connected in accordance with AS/NZS 3000;

the isolating switch disconnects all active conductors;

the five operations of the mains isolating switch do not cause an alarm to be indicated on the system; and

a fault is indicated within 90 min of mains power being removed.

N/A

A.3 g - Standby Power Source

the standby power source is of a suitable type and capacity in accordance with the requirements of Clause 3.15.5 and the design documentation;

the float voltage, charger type and setting is correct and in accordance with the battery specifications and design requirements; and

the date of battery manufacture is recorded.

a fault is indicated within 90 min of mains power being removed.

N/A

A.3 h - Battery temperature and voltage

Allow the system to operate in the quiescent state for a period of not less than 24 h. At the end of this period measure the temperature of the battery space. Check that the battery voltage corresponds to that specified by the battery documentation for the measured temperature.

N/A

A.3 i - CablingNOTE This may be done through a random inspection of each type of wiring system specified in the design documentation or required by this Standard including fire rating requirements.

Check that the cabling is in accordance with Clause 3.24.

N/A

A.3 j - Detection zone limitations

Check that the detection zone limitations in Clause 2.3 are not exceeded.

N/A

A.3 k - Detection zone parameters

Check that actuating devices using radio transmission paths meet the requirements of the referenced Standards in Clause 1.3, including that the receiver responds to alarm, tamper, low standby power signals and gives a fault signal when the supervisory signal condition is absent.

N/A

A.3 l - Radio Transmission Paths

Measure and verify that detection zone transmission path parameters specified in the FDCIE specification are met.

N/A

A.3 m - Operation of fault and alarm signals

Conduct an appropriate test on each detection zone transmission path and check that fault and fire alarm signals are correctly detected and indicated as the correct detection zone. Also check that other required indicators and relevant outputs of the FDCIE operates as intended.

N/A

A.3 n - Transmission path isolators (TPI)

Check the operation of short-circuit isolation for each detection zone.

N/A

A.3 o - Transmission path isolators (TPI)

Check that transmission paths are protected in accordance with Clause 3.26 and upgraded where required by the system design documentation.

N/A

A.3 p - Alarm Mimic panel

Check the correct operation of all alarm mimic panels, annunciators, and the like.

N/A

A.3 q - Detection zone controls

Operate the controls provided for each detection zone to check for correct operation.

N/A

A.3 r - Alarm verification facility (AVF)

Check that the AVF has been implemented correctly, in accordance with Clause 3.2.5.

N/A

A.3 s - FDCIE response to fire detection device operation

Check that each device, detector or sensor operates when tested with a medium suitable for the device type and that the alarm has indicated on the correct detection zone at the FDCIE and, if applicable, at the tested device.

N/A

A.3 t - Fault response time

Test each detection zone transmission path and check that the response to a fault is indicated on the FDCIE in not less than 100 s.

N/A

A.3 u - Alarm response time

Test at least one detector in each detection zone transmission path and check that the response to the alarm is indicated on the FDCIE in not less than 10s or the period specified when dependency on more than one alarm signal is used.

N/A

A.3 v - Supervisory signal response time

Test at least one supervisory device in each detection transmission path and check that the response to the supervisory device is indicated on the FDCIE in not less than 100 s.

N/A

A.3 w - Alarm acknowledgement facility (AAF)

Check that any alarm acknowledgement facility operates correctly, in accordance with Clause 3.2.2.

N/A

A.3 x - Alarm delay facility (ADF)

Check that any alarm delay operates correctly, in accordance with Clause 3.2.3.

N/A

A.3 y - Alarm investigation facility (AIF)

Check that any alarm delay operates correctly, in accordance with Clause 3.2.4.

N/A

A.3 z - Occupant warning system:

Check that output to the building occupant warning system at the FDCIE operates within 3s of the fire alarm condition and that the occupant warning system operates within the time specified with the requirements of AS 4428.16 orAS ISO 7240.3 as applicable.

Check the sound pressure level meets the requirements of Clause 3.22 in each occupied space.

Record on the "as-installed" drawings the SPL achieved for the reference location of each loudspeaker transmission path.

N/A

A.3 aa - External alarm indication

Check that the external alarm indication is visible from the main approach to the building and is adjacent to the designated building entry point.

N/A

A.3 bb - Designated site entry point

Check that each building can be identified from the DSEP by at least one of the means specified in Clause 2.2.2.

N/A

A.3 cc - Manual call points

the correct operation of each MCP;

that the activation of MCP on the same transmission path as other detection devices does not cause existing detector alarm indications to be extinguished, and

that MCPs are not subject to alarm dependency.

N/A

A.3 dd - Smoke and fire door release

Check the operation of each device.

N/A

A.3 ee - Suppression system

Check that each suppression system flow/pressure switch is connected to the FDCIE as a separate detection zone.

N/A

A.3 ff- Flame detectors

the number and tvpe of detectors provide adequate protection of the area;

there are no "blind" spots in areas protected;

detectors are rigidly fixed;

detector lenses are clean and adequately protected from dust and extraneous radiation sources; and

the detector responds to a flame source or simulated flame.

N/A

A.3 gg - Aspirating smoke detectorsMeasure and record the transport time (TT) from the most disadvantaged sampling point for each sampling pipe or branch.

Visually inspect every sampling point to ensure it is not obstructed.

Check the response of all capillary sampling points using a test medium placed at each sampling point.

detectors are rigidly fixed;

detector lenses are clean and adequately protected from dust and extraneous radiation sources; and

Check the operation of all alarm threshold settings and indicators using a test medium on at least one sampling point as follows:

The operation of remote indication of alarm and fault signals.

The operation of airflow failure indicators.

The operation of the system (signal) failure indicators.

The isolate and reset functions.

The fault and alarm test facilities.

N/A

A.3 hh - Duct sampling smoke detectorsMeasure and record the transport time (TT) from the most disadvantaged sampling point for each sampling pipe or branch.

the alarm indicator is clearly visible from a trafficable area;

the duct air velocity exceeds the minimum velocity specified for the unit; and

if the velocity does not exceed the minimum specified for the unit, the measured differential pressure is at least the minimum specified for the unit.

N/A

A.3 ii - Connectable device control functions

Test each connectable device by operating the detection zone facility or facilities associated with the connectable device and check for the correct operation of the connectable devices.

N/A

A.3 jj - Detection zone descriptions

Check that all detection zones have been correctly labelled and that the detection zone is immediately apparent from the labelling or correctly described on an alphanumeric display.

N/A

A.3 kk - Cause and effect matrix

Check the overall svstem performance is as specified in the cause and effect matrix.

Not supplied at FIP

N/A

A.3 ll - Systems interface testingPrior to any interface testing, check that all systems listed in the system interface schedule are complete and operable. This will involve checking that all systems interfaces to the FDAS [e.g. BMCS, motor control centres (smoke control), security system (door release), nurse call systems, lifts, automatic doors, sprinklers, gaseous extinguishing systems, safety services and other ancillary control functions] are correctly connected. NOTE The "end-to-end" test should include the activation of associated detection devices to confirm that all required functions operate correctly in accordance with the system interface matrix.

The systems interface tests should confirm

the automatic "end-to-end" operation of all interfaced svstems:

the correct indication of operation on the FBP, FDCIE, FFCP, EWCIE, EICIE, FFCP or SHCIE as applicable.

N/A

Other

Testing notes

IFPS Signature

Clear

Client Signature if Applicable

Clear