Automatic Alarms

Question 0

What is a critical factor to determine on alarm origination from water flow?

Answer 0

Whether water is actually flowing in the system.

Question 1

List high priority bldg which require full first alarm response

Answer 1

Hospitals
Nursing home
Assisted living centers
Senior apartments
Jails
Schools
Hotels
Churches 
Parking garage
And large bldg complex as determined by the BC

Question 2

What are causes of water flow alarms?

Answer 2

Sprinkler head fuses due to heat or fire
Sprinkler pipe ruptures
Sprinkler head is hit and broken off
Lengthy pressure surge
Retard chamber drain becomes plugged
Pressure surges that occur too quickly for retard chamber to control
Main drain, test; or inspectors valve is opened

Question 3

What is the response to trouble alarms

Answer 3

One engine non emergency if dispatch cannot contact someone at the location or if the bldg owner cannot be reached.