Res 2022-205R/Approving a contract with Firetrol protectionsystem inc. for prevantive maintanance and inspection of fire alarms.

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••••••! FIRETROL Protection Systems Fire Hose and Standpipe & Hydrants Inspections on this equipment will be in accordance with N.F.P.A. Standard 1962 and Standard 14, the manufacturer's guidelines, and the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Inspections will be annually unless otherwise noted. Annual inspection procedures include: • Inspection of the hose, couplings and nozzles to insure they are free from debris, mildew and rot. Verify that there is no damage caused by chemicals, burns, cuts, abrasions or vermin. • Inspect the interior linear at each end for any physical signs of linear delarninating. Inspect the hoses for the current test psi. • Ensure the location of the hose is sufficient and verify it is not blocked. • Verify the manufacture date of each hose and perform hydrostatic testing as required every 5 years from same and then every 3 years thereafter. Flow Hydrants for proper flow and pressure. • Any defect found will be noted and sent to appropriate person with a cost quotation for repairs and re -certification. Backflow Prevention Devices Backflow Prevention devices are to be serviced annually per Title 22 Health Code, Universal Plumbing Code and the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). When required a licensed plumber will conduct testing, _Fire Alarm Systems Fire Alarm systems will be inspected in accordance with N.F.P.A Standard 72, the local Authority Raving Jurisdiction (AHJ) and the manufacturer's guidelines. CFP will conduct quarterly or semi annual inspections as required by the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and at a minimum will perform annual inspections. Annual inspection procedures of fire alarm systems include: • A complete inspection of the fire alarm system control panels), • Inspection to ensure proper zone operation. • Inspect: all manual pull stations and ensure they are accessible. • Inspect smoke detectors and magnetic hold open devices. • Inspect supervisory devices and ensure they are sending supervisory signals, • Inspect heat detectors. • Inspect and test audible alarm bells. • Inspect and test area smoke detectors. ■ Inspect and confirm that the systems power supplies including battery back ups are functioning. • If the system is monitored, ensure that a signal was received at the central station. Any defect found will be noted and sent to appropriate person with a cost quotation for repairs and re-certif cation. • Current fire codes insist that every other year smoke detection devices must have a sensitivity test in addition to the inspection. Fire Extinguishers Inspections will be in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines, N.F.P.A Standard 10, and the local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). Inspections will be annually unless otherwise noted. Annual inspection procedures of fire extinguishers include: • Visually inspect extinguisher. • Inspect last hydrostatic test date (12 years) and last 6 -year maintenance inspection. • Inspect pressure gauge. • Inspect shell, valve and discharge hose for damage or corrosion. • Inspect carry handle and push lever for functionality. • Install new tamper seal. • Clean shell and install certification tag, • Any defect found will be noted and sent to appropriate person with a cost quotation for repairs and re -certification. 4616 W. Howard Ln, Bldg. 7, Suite 700 Austin, TX 78728 Main (512) 687-01.1.5 Fax (512) 687-0120 www.firetrol.net FIRE PROTECTION AND LIFE SAFETY SPECIALISTS TX. Licenses: Sprinkler # SCR -G-02921 Extinguisher # ECR -17514321 Fire # ACR. -17511581 Alarm B13372