Item #: 320-2502-02
Author: NFPA
Publisher: NFPA
ISBN:2502
Format: Paperback
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Increase the effectiveness and service life of today's sprinkler systems with the 2002 NFPA 25 Standard
Advances in sprinkler technology, use of new techniques, and changing industry experience all have an impact on how and with what frequency testing, inspection, and maintenance procedures should be performed. To assure that your sprinkler systems will perform as required when they are needed most, you need the up-to-date information that only the new 2002 edition of NFPA 25 can provide!Work with the industry's most trusted source!
Relied on nationwide, this important Standard provides contractors, building owners, fire marshals, and others with a comprehensive program to ensure that all water-based extinguishing system components are in peak operating condition.
New and revised requirements respond to performance trends of components to maintain system integrity!
Totally restructured so it's easy to use, this edition brings you the latest provisions for preventing such conditions as inoperable components, microbiologically influenced corrosion, corrosion, and leaking from compromising sprinkler operation.
- Testing requirements for sprinklers now address environmental conditions in which the sprinkler is installed that may negatively affect the integrity of the system or its components.
- New testing requirements for dry sprinklers have been added.
- Testing of waterflow switches and supervisory switches has been changed from quarterly to semi-annually.
- 5-year inspection of water tanks is now permitted without the need for draining the tank.
- Ultrasonic (UT) and radiographic (RT) examinations are now permitted to meet obstruction investigation requirements.
- Additional guidance on recognition and treatment strategies for Micro-biologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC).
- Fire pump performance criteria is included to assist in evaluating annual pump test results.
Don't cut corners on safety. Get the facts you need to make sure water-based systems will be ready to do their job and protect lives from fire! Approx. 120 pp.
NFPA 25: Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2002 edition - Table of Contents:
- Administration
- Referenced Publications
- Definitions
- General Requirements
- Sprinkler Systems
- Standpipe and Hose Systems
- Private Fire Service Mains
- Fire Pumps
- Water Storage Tanks
- Water Spray Fixed Systems
- Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems
- Valves, Valve Components, and Trim
- Obstruction Investigation
- Impairments
- Annex A Explanatory Material
- Annex B Forms for Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
- Annex C Possible Causes of Pump Troubles
- Annex D Obstruction Investigation
- Annex E Informational References
- Index