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Who is responsible for maintaining fire protection equipment in operating condition?
Who is responsible for maintaining fire protection equipment in operating condition?
What should Company Officers do when observing a shutdown of a fire system in a property?
What should Company Officers do when observing a shutdown of a fire system in a property?
How should Company Officers report an extended shutdown or dismantlement of fire protection equipment and systems?
How should Company Officers report an extended shutdown or dismantlement of fire protection equipment and systems?
What is the purpose of progressively installing or dismantling a standpipe system during construction or demolition of a building?
What is the purpose of progressively installing or dismantling a standpipe system during construction or demolition of a building?
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When should standpipe and hose systems be maintained in operating condition?
When should standpipe and hose systems be maintained in operating condition?
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What should be done to fire department connections except when in use or being inspected?
What should be done to fire department connections except when in use or being inspected?
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Who will follow up with the owner and take appropriate action upon receipt of the notification from Operations?
Who will follow up with the owner and take appropriate action upon receipt of the notification from Operations?
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Why should a standpipe system be installed or dismantled progressively during construction or demolition of a building?
Why should a standpipe system be installed or dismantled progressively during construction or demolition of a building?
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What should be done to the fire department connections if plugs or caps are missing?
What should be done to the fire department connections if plugs or caps are missing?
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Who should be notified in the event of a shutdown of a standpipe and hose system?
Who should be notified in the event of a shutdown of a standpipe and hose system?
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How often should hose stations be inspected?
How often should hose stations be inspected?
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What should be done to hose valves annually?
What should be done to hose valves annually?
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What is the responsibility of the building owner after the use of standpipe and hose systems by firefighting personnel?
What is the responsibility of the building owner after the use of standpipe and hose systems by firefighting personnel?
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What should be done to the hose after it is inspected and any worn parts are replaced?
What should be done to the hose after it is inspected and any worn parts are replaced?
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Who should be notified when alterations, additions, or repairs are made to a sprinkler system?
Who should be notified when alterations, additions, or repairs are made to a sprinkler system?
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What should be done to closed sprinkler control valves?
What should be done to closed sprinkler control valves?
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What should be included in a Fire Safety Plan?
What should be included in a Fire Safety Plan?
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Where should the Fire Safety Plan be kept?
Where should the Fire Safety Plan be kept?
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Study Notes
Fire Protection Systems Shutdown
- Building owners are required to maintain fire protection equipment in operating condition.
- Company officers must report extended shutdown or dismantlement of fire protection equipment and systems to the Fire Prevention Division and the Communications Centre.
Standpipe System
- During construction or demolition, the standpipe system must be installed or dismantled progressively to provide fire protection to the remainder of the building.
- Standpipe and hose systems must be maintained in operating condition at all times.
- Fire department connections must be maintained and equipped with plugs or caps that are secured wrench-tight.
- In the event of a shutdown, the fire department, building occupants, and supervisory staff must be notified.
- Hose stations must be inspected monthly to ensure equipment is in place and operable.
Additional Standpipe System Requirements
- Standpipe hose stations must be conspicuously identified and unobstructed.
- Hose valves must be inspected annually to ensure they are tight and do not leak water into the hose.
- Standpipe hose must be unracked, unreeled, or unrolled and inspected annually, and any worn hose or gaskets must be replaced.
Sprinkler System
- The Chief Fire Official must be notified when alterations, additions, or repairs involve interruption to a sprinkler system.
- Sprinkler control valves and sprinkler water supplies must not be shut down or disconnected for more than 24 hours without notifying the Chief Fire Official.
- Closed control valves must be tagged or identified in an approved manner.
- In the event of a shutdown, the fire department, building occupants, and supervisory staff must be notified.
Fire Safety Plan
- A Fire Safety Plan is required for buildings with fire protection equipment and systems, including sprinkler systems, standpipe and hose systems, fire alarm and voice communication systems, and fire pumps.
- The plan must provide alternative measures for the safety of occupants during a shutdown of fire protection equipment or systems.
- The Fire Safety Plan must be maintained on site in an approved location.
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This quiz covers the regulations and guidelines for fire protection systems, including maintenance, shutdown, and installation during construction or demolition.
