This FM 200 / Gas Suppression Pre-Functional Test Checklist can be used and completed throughout the project and its different stages covering:
- delivery,
- storage,
- installation &
- pre-commissioning/pre-functional
Once the Pre-Functional Checks have been completed, including all equipment and ancillaries related to the system, the full functional testing/commissioning can be conducted.
To know more on Gas Suppression Systems, including what they are, types, components etc, see our article 'CLEAN AGENTS | What are they, Types & Benefits'
Delivery Inspection
Once the fire suppression system and components arrive on-site, usually delivered by a transport company, and before being accepted into storage, the following should be checked with the driver.
Any damage that is noted should be reported to the manufacturer/supplier immediately days in writing, supported with photographs.
Pipework
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Supplier's consolidated delivery ticket is available, showing all equipment and ancillaries for inspection and being used to check the delivery. | |
| 2 | A copy of the order is available for reference and used to review the delivery. | |
| 3 | Pipework is packaged with end caps to protect the internal surfaces. | |
| 4 | Pipework has the correct wall thickness. | |
| 5 | Pipework has the correct flanges / screwed. | |
| 6 | Pipework is dry internally. | |
| 7 | Pipework is not damaged. | |
| 8 | Pipework surfaces are clean and not scratched | |
| 9 | Paint has been applied to the pipework where required and is in good condition. | |
| 10 | All ancillaries are included in delivery as per the order and delivery note. [Valves, Solenoid valves Pressure Switches, Pilot Actuators, Pilot Tube, Vent Check, Check Valves, Manual Valve Actuator, Pressure Gauges, Nozzles] | |
| 11 | Replace any protection that has been removed |
Gas Bottles
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Supplier's consolidated delivery ticket is available, showing all equipment and ancillaries for inspection and being used to check against. | |
| 2 | A copy of the order that was sent to the supplier is available for reference and is being used to check against | |
| 3 | Cap installed on bottles to protect neck and head. | |
| 4 | Correct connection sizes for pipework. | |
| 5 | Appropriate transportation from delivery vehicle to location available. |
Control Equipment / Ancillaries
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Supplier's consolidated delivery ticket is available, showing all equipment and ancillaries for inspection and being used to check against. | |
| 2 | A copy of the order that was sent to the supplier is available for reference and is being used to check against | |
| 3 | Equipment is packaged and crated in separate boxes for maximum protection | |
| 4 | The equipment nameplate and details match the purchase order | |
| 5 | Delivery protection is dry | |
| 6 | Equipment and ancillaries are dry internally | |
| 7 | The external casing of the equipment is undamaged | |
| 8 | All ancillaries [control panel, remote panel, manual release, detectors, alarm bells, lights & signage] are included in delivery as per the order and delivery note | |
| 9 | Spin the fan to ensure not damaged and out of line | |
| 10 | Replace and protection that has been removed |
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Storage Inspection
Storage Area
If the equipment is to be placed into storage on site prior to installation, there will be an inspection completed checking the following.
[note: due to the risks involved, the gas cylinders shall not be stored on-site, they shall be delivered and installed just before handover and documented separately].
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The area is internal and will not be affected by the weather. [if the equipment is not rated for external use] | |
| 2 | The surface where the equipment is to be placed is flat. | |
| 3 | The equipment will be raised from the floor to allow airflow and stop the risk of water ingress. | |
| 4 | The area is well covered and protected. | |
| 5 | The area is well ventilated and has no risk of high humidity. | |
| 6 | The area is clean & dust-free. |
Storage of Equipment & Ancillaries
Before being placed into storage, the following should be checked.
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Equipment will not be stacked. | |
| 2 | Units will not have materials stacked on them. | |
| 3 | All ancillaries will be placed in a safe and secure location, so items do not go missing or get damaged. | |
| 4 | All original packaging is intact and not removed. | |
| 5 | Pipework caps are not removed. | |
| 6 | Equipment and all components placed on a flat surface. |
Pre-Installation Inspection
Before the equipment, ancillaries, and pipework being installed, the following should be checked.
Pipework
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The bracketry is ready, can bear the installation weight, and is spaced correctly. | |
| 2 | The room/area is dry and watertight. | |
| 3 | The area being installed is not prone to flooding or ponding of water. | |
| 4 | The room/area the pipework will be installed into is clean and dust-free. If there is dust/construction work, the pipework should be protected from concrete dust, cement. | |
| 5 | Check to ensure that all connection kits containing - gaskets, bolts are available to allow bolting up of the pipework. | |
| 6 | Pipework is clean and free of damage |
Gas Bottles
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The plinth/base is ready, flat, and level & can bear the weight of the bottles. | |
| 2 | Bracketry to mount the bottles is ready | |
| 3 | The room/area is dry and watertight. | |
| 4 | The area being installed is not prone to flooding or ponding of water. | |
| 5 | The room/area the bottles will be installed into is clean and dust-free. | |
| 6 | Perminant doors are installed with the ability to lock. To provide security to the area when bottles are installed. |
Control Equipment / Ancillaries
The below checklists will cover the control panel, remote panel, manual release detectors, alarm bells, lights & signage.
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The walls / ceiling where equipment being mounted are ready, plastered, painted and flat. | |
| 2 | The room/area is dry and watertight. | |
| 3 | The room/area the equipment will be installed into is clean and dust-free. If there is dust/construction work, then the equipment should be protected. | |
| 4 | Check that all required cabling can be run through the space and on appropriate containment. |
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Maintenance Access
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | There is enough space allowed around and above the Equipment / Bottles once installed to perform maintenance and remove/replace components. [check the manufacturer's maintenance instructions for requirements] | |
| 2 | All doors can be fully opened to gain access to the equipment. | |
| 3 | Check that there is enough space for filters, coils, and fans to be removed and replaced. | |
| 4 | Confirm that there is a safe manner to remove the parts and components of the equipment and that there is enough space at high level to maintain the detectors and pipework nozzles. |
Pre-Commissioning Inspection
Once the equipment has been installed and prior to the functional testing and commissioning phase taking place, the following will be checked.
General
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Document the information of each piece of equipment from its nameplate/details and cross-reference with the specified information to ensure correct. | |
| 2 | Ensure all panels and equipment are level each unit is level. | |
| 3 | All-access doors can be open and closed with no gaps or leakage. | |
| 4 | Seismic restraints, where required, installed. | |
| 5 | All release mechanisms for the suppression bottles / system have been removed and bottles isolated. | |
| 6 | Each detector has been pre-tested with evidence for operation. | |
| 7 | All polarized alarm devices and auxiliary relays have been tested and inspected for polarity prior to testing. With evidence provided. | |
| 8 | Any initiating and notification circuits have been tested and inspected for end-of-line devices [where required]. With evidence. | |
| 9 | All supervised circuits have been tested for ‘trouble response’ prior to testing. With evidence provided. | |
| 10 | Operation and startup manual for the system is available. |
Pipework
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pipework & ancillaries are installed according to the project drawings & manufacturers' requirements [size, nozzle location]. | |
| 2 | Discharge nozzles are installed and oriented per the manufacturer's requirements. | |
| 3 | Where nozzle deflectors have been installed, they are positioned according to the manufacturer's requirements. | |
| 4 | No loose objects are being stored within the space on shelves, cabinets, or similar surfaces, near to the discharge nozzles from becoming projectiles. | |
| 5 | Piping is free to expand and contract without noise or damage to hangers, joints, or the building. | |
| 6 | Pipework does not put undue stress on ancillaries and equipment, connected and bracketed to support itself. | |
| 7 | All piping supports and hangers meet criteria set out in the specifications & manufacturers' requirements, including being securely fastened to prevent unwanted vertical or lateral movement during discharge. | |
| 8 | The pipework has been internally inspected to verify that there is no oil or dirt/debris within it that could cause an issue to the operation of the system discharge. | |
| 9 | Any changes in pipe sizes are made with the proper sized reducing fittings. | |
| 10 | All fittings and ancillaries are rated correctly and in line with the system's pressure & manufacturers' requirements. | |
| 11 | All equipment requiring maintenance is accessible (valves, junction boxes). | |
| 12 | Piping does not block access to equipment that is part of this system or another system. | |
| 13 | All valves are installed as per the drawing & manufacturers' requirements. | |
| 14 | Pipework is insulated as per the specification and vapor sealed where required. | |
| 15 | Piping is installed, ensuring that insulation shall not contact adjacent surfaces. | |
| 16 | Any pipe openings are temporarily sealed to maintain piping system cleanliness & integrity for testing. | |
| 17 | All pressure gauges installed and display scale as per design & manufacturers' requirements. |
Suppression System / Signage
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Main control panel is mounted in line with manufacturer and local code requirements, including manual pull button, auto / manual control. | |
| 2 | Remote panel installed at each entrance / exit. | |
| 3 | Abort button installed in line with drawings. | |
| 4 | Hold off button installed in line with drawings. | |
| 5 | Manual release switch installed in line with drawings | |
| 6 | Alarm bells installed and wired / available inline with project drawings and local codes. | |
| 7 | Sounders installed and wired / available in line with project drawings and local codes. | |
| 8 | Strobes installed and wired / available in line with project drawings and local codes. | |
| 9 | Detectors and heads installed fully inline with drawings and design requirements. | |
| 10 | Signage is installed in line with local requirements at each exit / entrance. | |
| 11 | Ensure all panels and equipment are level each unit is level. |
Electrical General
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Equipment, including all ancillaries and components are fully earthed in line with the manufacturer's instructions. | |
| 2 | Earthing has been tested | |
| 3 | Electrical voltage from the site matches the unit required voltages. | |
| 4 | All cabling is installed and connected on the correct containment/raceways and not damaged. | |
| 5 | All cabling has been tested/torque tested. | |
| 6 | All electrical cabling is labeled in line with the project naming convention. |
Secondary Power Source
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Secondary Power available [battery]. | |
| 2 | If batteries are being used for secondary power source they are fully charged. |
BMS/Monitoring System
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | BMS System connected from fire suppression system to head end with graphics and all required points, covering all alarms. | |
| Proof of testing provided. | ||
| 2 | Fire alarm notification panel connected and commissioned in line with project requirements. | |
| 3 | System set up and in ‘normal’ design condition. |
Purge/Ventilation System
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Purge system installed and commissioned in line with the sequence of operations. Proof of testing provided. | |
| 2 | Purge system interlocked with fire suppression system. Proof of testing provided. | |
| 3 | General supply and extract ventilation system installed, commissioned, and interlocked with fire suppression system. Proof of testing provided. | |
| 4 | System set up and in ‘normal’ design condition. [Fans, Dampers, Controls] |
Security/Access Control
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Security/access control system installed and commissioned in line with the sequence of operations. Proof of testing provided. | |
| 2 | System set up and in ‘normal’ design condition. [Doors locked] |
Documentation
| Ref | Inspection/Task | Yes/No/[n/a] |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All drawings have been updated to reflect any changes made. |
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