Which NFPA standard defines how fire dampers are to be inspected?
NFPA 80(10), Sec. 19.4. 1 requires that each damper be tested and inspected 1 year after installation.
Who is the party responsible for the proper installation of the life safety dampers?
UL-Listed IOM Requirements Each manufacturer has their life safety dampers tested and provide IOMs for proper installation, operation, a maintenance. This is documented specifically for each life safety product and needs to be adhered to by the engineer, contractor, AHJ, and building owner.
Is a fire damper required in 1 hour rated wall?
Q: Are fire dampers required in one-hour fire-rated walls if the facility is fully sprinkled? A: According to NFPA 90A (1999 edition), one-hour fire-rated barriers do not require fire dampers in fully ducted HVAC systems, unless the one-hour fire-rated barrier is a vertical shaft.
Is fire damper testing a legal requirement?
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order it is a legal requirement to test fire dampers at regular intervals in accordance with fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings code of practice (BS:9999 2017), using a method known as ‘drop testing’.
Is BS 9999 a legal requirement?
This standard is not the only legal requirement for fire dampers, but the person responsible for the building must be aware of BS 9999 and ensure the rules are applied in their premises. Part of this standard addresses the need for all ducting to be fitted with fire dampers at regular intervals.
Are fire dampers mandatory?
Any damper must be activated by smoke. In the event of a fire, mechanical ventilation systems are required to shut down or air movement in the building is required to move away from escape routes.
How often should fire dampers be tested?
one year
How often do fire dampers need to be inspected? It is recommended that each fire damper must be tested and inspected one year after the installation.