NFPA 25, ITM of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems Handbook

Contents

Preface

About the Editors

Tips for Owners Quick Reference Guide

NFPA 25 Summary of Technical Changes: 2020 to 2023

PART 1

NFPA® 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2023 Edition, with Commentary

Chapter 1 Administration

1.1 Scope

1.2 Purpose

1.3 Application

1.4 Units

Chapter 2 Referenced Publications

2.1 General

2.2 NFPA Publications

2.3 Other Publications

2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections

Chapter 3 Definitions

3.1 General

3.2 NFPA Official Definitions

3.3 General Definitions

3.4 Deluge Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray Systems Definitions

3.5 Valve Definitions

3.6 Water-Based Fire Protection System Definitions

3.7 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) Task Frequencies

Chapter 4 General Requirements

4.1 Responsibility of Property Owner or Designated Representative

4.2 Manufacturer’s Corrective Action

4.3 Records

4.4 Water Supply Status

4.5 Inspection

4.6 Testing

4.7 Performance-Based Compliance Programs

4.8 Maintenance

4.9 Safety

Chapter 5 Sprinkler Systems

5.1 General

5.2 Inspection

5.3 Testing

5.4 Maintenance

5.5 Component Action Requirements

Chapter 6 Standpipe and Hose Systems

6.1 General

6.2 Inspection

6.3 Testing

6.4 Maintenance

6.5 Component Action Requirements

Chapter 7 Private Fire Service Mains

7.1 General

7.2 Inspection and Corrective Action

7.3 Testing

7.4 Maintenance

7.5 Component Action Requirements

Chapter 8 Fire Pumps

8.1 General

8.2 Inspection

8.3 Testing

8.4 Reports

8.5 Maintenance

8.6 Component Replacement Testing Requirements

Chapter 9 Water Storage Tanks

9.1 General

9.2 Inspection

9.3 Testing

9.4 Maintenance

9.5 Automatic Tank Fill Valves

9.6 Component Action Requirements

Chapter 10 Water Spray Fixed Systems

10.1 General

10.2 Inspection and Maintenance Procedures

10.3 Testing

10.4 Ultra-High-Speed Water Spray System (UHSWSS) Operational Tests

10.5 Component Action Requirements

Chapter 11 Foam Systems

11.1 General

11.2 Inspection

11.3 Testing

11.4 Maintenance

Chapter 12 Water Mist Systems

12.1 General

12.2 Inspection

12.3 Testing

12.4 Maintenance

12.5 Training

Chapter 13 Common Components and Valves

13.1 General

13.2 General Provisions

13.3 Control Valves in Water-Based Fire Protection Systems

13.4 System Valves

13.5 Pressure-Reducing Valves and Relief Valves

13.6 Hose Valves

13.7 Backflow Prevention Assemblies

13.8 Fire Department Connections

13.9 Automatic Detection Equipment

13.10 Air Compressors and Nitrogen Generators

13.11 Automatic Air Vents

13.12 Component Testing Requirements

Chapter 14 Internal Piping Condition and Obstruction Investigation

14.1 General

14.2 Assessment of Internal Condition of Piping

14.3 Obstruction Investigation and Prevention

14.4 Ice Obstruction

Chapter 15 Impairments

15.1 General

15.2 Impairment Coordinator

15.3 Tag Impairment System

15.4 Impaired Equipment

15.5 Preplanned Impairment Programs

15.6 Emergency Impairments

15.7 Restoring Systems to Service

Chapter 16 Special Requirements from Other NFPA Documents

16.1 General

16.2 Small Residential Board and Care Occupancies

ANNEXES

A Explanatory Material

B Forms and Reports for Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance 569

C Possible Causes of Pump Troubles

D Obstruction Investigation

E Hazard Evaluation Form

F Connectivity and Data Collection

G Color-Coded Tagging Program

H Hazards of Legacy Antifreeze Solutions

I Informational References

PART 2

Supplements

1 Conducting Fire Pump Flow Tests

2 ITM Roles and Responsibilities

3 Role of the Inspector

4 Role of the Owner or Designated Representative

5 Role of the Authority Having Jurisdiction

Index

Important Notices and Legal Disclaimers

2020 Edition

Improve your understanding and ability to apply cutting edge requirements for fire protection system installation, testing, and maintenance (ITM) with the new NFPA 25 handbook.

It's critical to stay current with the latest in sprinkler system ITM to help ensure facilities remain safe and compliant. Updated for the release of NFPA 25, Standard for the Installation, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, 2020 edition, this must-have companion book includes the full current version of NFPA 25 with reference materials and instructions to clarify and provide guidance on the use and application of the standard.

Arm yourself with the most comprehensive resource for increasing your knowledge and proficiency in fire suppression sprinkler systems ITM.

From step-by-step testing procedures and sample ITM forms to detailed explanations and practical applications, the NFPA 25 handbook is a valuable resource for performing your job with increased precision and consistency. The latest edition includes expert commentary, special features, and supplements designed to help better understand the intent behind the requirements and the function of related systems and components.

Place your order for the NFPA 25 handbook for the advice, explanations, and real-world examples that facility managers, AHJs, inspectors, building owners, and others need to keep water-based systems up to code and ready to help protect lives and property. (Print, 760 pp., 2020)

2017 Edition

Help ensure sprinkler ITM is handled correctly. The new NFPA 25 Handbook has the answers you need to conduct efficient safety checks and improve system reliability.

Sprinkler system care doesn't end with installation, and even the best-designed and installed system can fail without proper inspection, testing, and maintenance. Reduce risks and liability with the new 2017 edition of the NFPA 25 Handbook: ITM of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems. This must-have companion to the latest NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems has expert advice, explanations, and examples for facility managers, AHJs, inspectors, building owners, and others responsible for verifying compliance.

The unique NFPA 25 Handbook strengthens your understanding of the intent behind today's NFPA 25 provisions and the function of different systems and components:

• Step-by-step testing procedures throughout the Handbook include an example of a correct and proven way to conduct a test.
• A special ITM vs. Design Evaluation feature provides specific examples to help users determine whether or not something is within the scope of NFPA 25 (ITM) or out of scope (Design Evaluation).
• Sample inspection, testing, and maintenance forms help you implement your own procedures.
• Updated FAQs highlight key topics.
• Explanations and practical applications advice is written by sprinkler experts.
• Supplements expand your expertise about key topics including Fire Pump Flow Test Analysis, Role of the AHJ, Inspection Roles and Responsibilities (Table), and Fire Pump Field Data Collection and Analysis.

No other resource offers this wealth of information and support!

• The entire 2017 edition of NFPA 25, Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems is included for convenient reference.
• 100+ full-color photos, charts, illustrations, and other visuals round out this tool for sprinkler care and NFPA 25 compliance.

Avoid errors or oversights and help extend the service life of these essential fire protection systems. Anyone who works with sprinklers needs the NFPA 25 Handbook to help ensure water-based systems are up-to-code and ready to protect lives and property. (Hardbound, 720 pp., 2017)

2014 Edition

Editor: Matthew J. Klaus

ITM questions? The 2014 NFPA 25 Handbook has the answers you need to conduct efficient safety checks and avoid sprinkler failures.

Because errors or oversights in sprinkler upkeep could result in fire tragedies and fire loss, it's vital not only to work with the latest ITM requirements, but also to make sure you apply them correctly. And that's exactly what the comprehensive 2014 Water-Based Fire Protection Systems Handbook is designed to do.

This essential NFPA 25 companion strengthens your understanding of the intent behind rules and the function of the systems and components covered in the Standard so you can improve sprinkler reliability and increase equipment service life.

• The complete 2014 NFPA 25, Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems text is included for convenient reference and enhanced by explanations and practical application advice.
• Case studies provide examples of real-world sprinkler experience.
• 100+ full-color photos, charts, illustrations, and other visuals clarify concepts.
• Sample inspection, testing, and maintenance forms help in implementing your own procedures.
• Updated FAQs highlight key topics.

NEW 2014 features include:

• Step-by-step testing procedures provide an example of a correct and proven way to conduct a test.
• ITM vs Design Evaluation feature presents specific examples and helps users determine whether or not something is within the scope of NFPA 25 (ITM) or out of scope (Design Evaluation).
• Four new supplements expand your expertise -- Fire Pump Flow Test Analysis, Role of the AHJ, Inspection Roles and Responsibilities (Table), and Fire Pump Field Data Collection and Analysis.

Anyone who works with sprinklers -- from sprinkler contractors, service contract providers, facility managers, and building owners to engineers and designers, consultants, AHJs, insurance representatives and NFPA 13: Installation of Sprinkler System users -- needs the 2014 NFPA 25 Handbook to ensure water-based systems are up-to-code and ready to protect lives and property. (Hardbound, 690 pp., 2014)

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eForms Table of Contents

• Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Dry Pipe Sprinkler Systems Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Preaction/Deluge Sprinkler Systems Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Standpipe and Hose Systems Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Water Spray Systems Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Water Mist Systems Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Private Fire Service Mains Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance
• Private Fire Service Mains Hydrant Flow Test Report
• Water Storage Tanks Inspection
• Fire Sprinkler System Hazard Evaluation
• Contractor’s Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping
• Contractor’s Material and Test Certificate for Underground Piping

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