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SECTION 6.8 – SPECIAL FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

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SECTION 6.8  SPECIAL FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

Subsection 6.8.1. Inspection and Maintenance

6.8.1.1. (1) Except as otherwise provided in this Section, where special fire suppression systems have been installed, inspection and maintenance shall be provided in conformance with the appropriate standards set out in Sentences 2.1.3.5. (3), (4) and (5).

(2) Where a special fire suppression system of a type has been installed in accordance with a standard not referred to in Article 2.1.3.5., inspection and maintenance shall be provided in conformance with the specified standard and in the absence of a standard, to the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance instructions.

(3) If a special fire suppression system or any part thereof is shut down

(a) the fire department and building occupants shall be notified in accordance with Article 1.1.1.1., and
(b) the supervisory staff shall be notified.

Test records

6.8.1.2. Written records shall be kept of inspections, maintenance and testing in conformance with Subsection 1.1.2.

Container maintenance

6.8.1.3. Extinguishing agent containers provided for special fire suppression systems shall be fully charged with the proper quantity of extinguishing agent and the necessary operating pressure maintained.

Discharge outlets

6.8.1.4. Discharge outlets for special fire suppression systems shall be kept free of dirt and residue.

Piping

6.8.1.5. Piping and equipment shall be mechanically secure and accessible for cleaning and maintenance.

Replacement equipment

6.8.1.6. No replacement equipment and devices provided for special fire suppression systems shall be used unless suitable for the installation in which they are to be placed.

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