Automatic fire alarm: design standards, maintenance, inspection, repair, operation. Fire alarm service: regulatory documents Service prices

The PTM24 company offers professional maintenance services for alarm systems for premises and facilities in Moscow and the Moscow region. Any complex structure needs maintenance with the participation of professionals. Without the necessary control, the equipment cannot be fully operated. Thus, the issue arises with the maintenance of the APS system (automatic fire system). The current regulations for working with APS will be described in detail in the presented article.

APS maintenance – goals and nuances

The enterprise requires working fire protection. We are talking about an alarm that notifies people about the start of a fire so that they can evacuate. The presence of such a network guarantees employee safety and the ability to quickly take action to extinguish a fire.

Maintenance of the APS system occurs for two reasons:

1. Maintaining operational condition, including carrying out inspections and repairs.
2. Confirmation that the equipment is installed correctly and the alarm system works according to regulations.

Today there are two concepts that are often confused - APS and AUPS. The first term is a general concept and technically it is broader.

For information! A detailed explanation is given in the layout of GOST 12.4.009-83. SSBT. AUPS is a set of technical means that are installed at the facility to protect against fire.

APS maintenance (2 regulations)

The APS is serviced according to the regulations. The second regulation (TO-2) requires a quarterly inspection of the alarm system. During this inspection, structural elements are inspected and necessary repairs are made. A comprehensive fire alarm inspection to confirm the functionality of the system.

APS maintenance (3 regulations)

The third regulation is a more complete list of verification activities. Typically, the first and second regulations are also supplemented by cleaning detectors, checking the integrity of fastenings, and correcting sagging cables.

Cost of APS maintenance at PTM24

The cost of APS maintenance in each case is determined individually, since it depends on a common set of factors.

The following indicators can affect the final price:

• Type of equipment.
• System structure and number of connected elements.
• The presence of breakdowns and their level of complexity.
• Cost of necessary parts.

As a result of determining the commonality of factors, the master performs standard calculations and announces the amount to the client. An official invoice is issued for payment.

Savings on preventive measures are regarded as negligence on the part of management and lead to a negative outcome. Contacting a dubious organization will also not bring any benefit. Therefore, you should not save money and refuse a technical inspection, but it is better to take care of finding a reliable company in advance.

After a fire alarm is put into operation, the main question becomes whether it is working properly. This requires constant monitoring by specialists with maintenance.

Their actions are aimed at troubleshooting elements of a complex system and ensuring appropriate signal activation when emergency situations occur.

Fire alarm maintenance is an important procedure that requires proper documentation.

Responsibility for preventive and repair measures lies with the head of the protection facilities or the head of the serviced organization.

Right to maintenance

Maintenance of fire alarm systems and automatic installations is carried out by a certain organization that has permission from the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

The customer has the right to choose the company that carried out the installation of equipment and commissioning work, or contact any third-party company with the same responsibilities.

As a rule, these are self-regulatory SRO organizations in the field of fire safety. The main thing is that the competence of employees is not in doubt.

The parties enter into an agreement in which they must indicate the following requirements:

1. possible access to elements of the fire safety system;
2. validity period of the services provided;
3. cycle of preventive maintenance, including repairs.

Fire alarm maintenance - the service agreement is under the control of the State Fire Supervision. The result of the activities of a company or SRO are regulatory documents - protocols, statements, journals, inspection reports containing a report on the implementation of activities.

Basic steps

The activities of the competent organization are conventionally divided into groups:

• The production process at the enterprise requires a responsible approach. Therefore, after installing fire protection, company specialists instruct personnel who will be responsible for workplace safety.
• Providing technical assistance on equipment operation.
• Repair of devices is carried out in accordance with the warranty service agreement.
• Routine inspection of fire alarm installations.
• Checking documents indicating maintenance rules.
• Drawing up recommendations, which may include decommissioning, repairing failed equipment or increasing its service life. Entries are entered into the “Defective List”.

Required Documentation

Facilities where fire systems are serviced must have the necessary documents.

Here's what's included in the list:

1. design and estimate documentation for the construction of the fire protection complex;
2. agreement with companies or SROs that have a license;
3. schedule of repair activities;
4. maintenance and repair log;
5. list of installed security and fire alarm systems;
6. certificates of commissioning of the installation and acceptance of completed work;
7. operating instructions for automation and control systems;
8. shift schedule of working personnel;
9. fire-fighting equipment fault log;
10. operational certificates of equipment;
11. job descriptions of internal and external employees of the enterprise.

Standard calculations

The regulations for work aimed at servicing fire alarms presuppose a certain frequency and requirements for the implementation of actions.

This is because the sensors have intricate sensing circuits. Penetration of dust, steam, cigarette smoke or small particles can lead to failure of important system elements. Loss of serviceability of detectors leads to a general malfunction of the devices and sharply reduces the degree of safety in the room.

The order of events is reflected in the document on industry standards. Execution deadlines may vary by agreement of the parties. This requires justification related to the special operating conditions of the fire alarm components.

If individual technical devices are not reflected in the document, the customer and the contractor can individually determine the regulations for their maintenance. In this case, the necessary requirements specified in the technical documentation in accordance with GOST standards are taken into account.

Regulatory document - GOST for the maintenance of fire systems

For high-rise buildings there are separate regulations and standards specified in the Instructions defining the repair and maintenance rules of fire alarms. Facilities with large crowds of people are subject to monthly inspections. Small industrial premises are entitled to fire safety maintenance once a quarter.

Deadlines

The technical regulations provide for a certain time interval for the maintenance of fire alarm systems.

Every day you need to do the following:

• visual inspection of escape routes, protective equipment and important alarm elements: detectors, communication loops, controllers for dirt and mechanical damage;
• checking the performance of detectors, the integrity of factory seals of control panels, the position of switching levers, in accordance with GOST standards.

Every week, employees of the company or self-regulatory organization (SRO) check the state of connection to the power grid of low-current systems and test the backup charge of batteries. After inspection, the alarm is tested twice a year to identify weak points.

Testing is implemented in two ways:

1. Full check of the security complex with fire simulation. What is important here is the immediate response of the alarms to the threat.
2. A random check allows you to monitor the operation of the sensors included in the alarm system in certain areas of the facility. The technique involves artificially increasing the temperature, simulating smoke or fires. The action is selected depending on the type of sensor. The tests are analogues of real situations, therefore they determine the malfunction of elements with high accuracy. If necessary, experts recommend replacing the equipment.

Scheduled inspections at the enterprise are announced in advance. In the event of a threat of emergency, unscheduled control is necessary.

Every year, employees of a company that maintains security and fire alarm systems are required to measure the grounding.

Once every three years they monitor the condition of the insulating material. The more often equipment is checked, the more efficiently it works. Fault detection is a necessary procedure that can save lives during a fire.

Examination results

Based on the results of checking the operability of the fire alarm system, the service company or self-regulatory organization draws up a corresponding report.

It contains information:

• address of the object location;
• date of the examination performed;
• persons included in the commission;
• device type;
• methods and requirements used;
• state of the fire protection system;
• conclusion on the readiness of the signal in emergency situations;
• additions to the document;
• individual information about participants in test events indicating their position.

The act, drawn up in two copies, is certified by the control service. It is signed by the head of the enterprise. During the next inspection, the report must be presented along with the fire protection system maintenance log.

How to keep a log of regulatory events

Maintenance of fire alarm systems at each stage of inspection must be recorded.

The data, taking into account GOST standards, is entered into the “Logbook of registration of work on maintenance and preventive maintenance of automatic fire extinguishing installations.” The parties to the agreement maintain identical documents.

Periodically, independent regulatory authorities check records to ensure they match. The integrity of the records is evidenced by numbered pages, stitching and seals on both sides.

The routine maintenance document contains information:

1. safety instructions during equipment operation;
2. date of switching off and switching on the equipment when repairs are carried out;
3. complete neutralization of the complex for the duration of preventive measures with notification of the State fire authorities;
4. record when maintenance is completed. It ends with the phrase: “The system was delivered to the Customer in good condition for subsequent operation in automatic mode.”

Order cost

An organization that has the right to service fire alarms independently determines the pricing policy for services. Cost calculation involves the use of a tariff grid and a whole list of coefficient indicators.

The final price depends on the main factors:

• The total area of ​​rooms where fire alarms are used. The smaller the size, the greater the calculation per 1m2.
• Number of employees located in production premises.
• Type and structure of the overall system.
• Type of service.

Many expert organizations offer comprehensive installation maintenance services, including video surveillance and access control management. They may cost less. There is an option to include a fire safety engineer on the company’s staff.

Calculation of the cost of services is indicated in the commercial proposal after the technical specifications are completed. A fire safety audit is organized at the enterprise voluntarily.

Video: Infographics about the work procedure when servicing fire alarms

Minimum contract period one year. Maintenance frequency once a month, usually this is the end of the month. When concluding a contract for fire alarm maintenance, the operability of the system and the availability of uninterruptible power supply are tested. If a malfunction is detected, if the repair does not involve large labor costs, the equipment is replaced for free.

What documents are provided when concluding a fire alarm service agreement?

Starts up at your site fire alarm maintenance log(included in the cost of service), in which the following data is entered:

• Information about your organization
• Composition of the fire alarm system, installation date
• Information about the service organization, full names of engineers assigned to your facility
• Telephone numbers for emergency contact and other matters
• Deadline for maintenance and what work was carried out
• Maintenance schedule for the current year
• What equipment was replaced and for what reason?
• Description of signs of fire alarm system performance
• Date of the last knowledge test of the person responsible for operating the APS and their assessment

Every month is compiled certificate of acceptance of fire alarm maintenance work, it confirms the work has been carried out and is presented to the inspector of the Ministry of Emergency Situations during the inspection; also, every quarter, a joint check with the Customer is carried out to check the functionality of the APS, which is compiled quarterly certificate of acceptance of work to check the functionality of the APS, according to Art. 61 Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 390 of April 25, 2012

What fire safety documents should be on site?

Your facility must also have set of fire safety documents, more about what documents are included in it, where to get them and fine amount for their absence you can find out in our article:

Who is responsible for the operation of fire alarm systems and fire safety?

When concluding a contract for fire alarm maintenance, your organization must be appointed by order responsible for fire safety and operation of the automatic fire alarm system. Our specialists will test his knowledge of the system and his ability to manage it in various situations, and, if necessary, train him in this.

What is included in the current repair of APS and how much does it cost?

Current repairs are being carried out for free except for signs of vandalism.

Replacement of inexpensive equipment at facilities with a common area up to 300 square meters:

• Analog fire detectors (smoke detector, temperature threshold exceeded)
• Manual fire call points (IPR)
• Rechargeable batteries (AB) in uninterruptible power supplies
• Batteries (in wireless systems)
• "EXIT" board
• Siren
• Cable (up to 10 meters)

failed through no fault of the Customer and work to replace it during the validity of the fire alarm service contract is included in the cost of service and is carried out for free. When replacing expensive equipment, the Customer pays only the cost of the equipment itself; it is replaced for free.

At facilities with a total area over 300 square meters, The customer pays the cost of spare parts, and the work of replacing and adjusting them is carried out for free as part of a fire alarm service agreement.

Regulatory work.

Routine work performed during monthly fire alarm maintenance includes:

• External inspection of the system equipment for corrosion, absence of contamination, presence of seals, integrity of fastenings
• Checking the status of the light indication, the position of switches and switches
• Control of main and backup power, switching to backup and back
• Prevention and elimination of causes of false alarms
• Maintenance
• Checking the functionality of the system components and the entire system in manual and automatic modes
• Carrying out routine maintenance specified in the instructions for the equipment

Who should enter into a contract for fire alarm maintenance, the owner of the premises (landlord) or the tenant?

Distribution of responsibility for fire safety of the premises stated in the rental agreement.

Fire alarm service cost.

The price for monthly fire alarm maintenance by BETAKOM LLC engineers starts from 1500 rubles per month and depends on the area of ​​the facility, the brand of fire alarm equipment, its type (wired or wireless), and transport accessibility of the facility. Call us and within a few minutes we will calculate the cost of servicing your system. After installing a fire alarm by our engineers and concluding a fire alarm service contract, the first month of service is provided for free.

Who can service the fire alarm?

Why do you need to service your fire alarm?

According to “On the fire safety regime” in Article 61 it talks about mandatory quarterly checks of the fire alarm system, which is confirmed by a separate quarterly report on checking the fire alarm in the presence of the Customer (i.e. you) and a representative of the service organization (i.e. us), the inspector of the Ministry of Emergency Situations will definitely ask him. Article 63, among other things, states the need to carry out routine maintenance of equipment of the automatic fire alarm system.

Is it possible to service a fire alarm not once a month, but once a quarter?

As we said above, from Article 63 Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 390 of April 25, 2012, among other things, states that the head of the organization must ensure that routine maintenance and scheduled repairs of automatic fire alarm equipment are carried out, according to the schedule for the current year, drawn up taking into account the technical documentation of the manufacturers of this equipment.The period for carrying out routine maintenance is usually indicated in the technical documentation at least once a month, therefore it is necessary to carry out fire alarm maintenance at least less often 1 time per month.

Who is responsible for violating fire safety requirements?

Regulated Art. 38 Federal Law of December 21, 1994 No. 69-FZ “On Fire Safety”

Epilogue.

From personal experience, it often happens that you arrive at a site, and the alarm system is completely turned off, several zones are disabled, or something is not working and no one pays attention to it... And this is understandable, everyone is busy, everyone has their own work, there is a lot to do, the person responsible for fire safety combines this position with other work and is only formally responsible, but it should not be that way. It happens that when an alarm occurs, the staff quickly figures out that there is no fire and the alarm is false (a forgotten kettle, construction work and, accordingly, dust, a sharp temperature change, insects have settled in the sensor for the winter, etc.), every second person knows how to turn it off, but only the person responsible for fire safety knows that it needs to be turned on later when the steam or dust has cleared, but he was not around and it all stands turned off until we arrive... And if no one services it, then everything remains turned off or inoperative for years. To those who read the article to the end, thank you and we will give you a 5% discount on fire alarm maintenance :). Your fire safety is in your hands, we can only help you ensure it.

Automatic fire alarm (AFS) is a complex designed for timely notification of a fire. Installation of APS in buildings and structures is a necessary condition for ensuring safety and a mandatory requirement provided for by legislative acts.

The main task of the fire alarm system is the timely detection and notification of a fire, which allows for the rapid evacuation of employees or visitors, as well as avoiding large production losses.

Quite often, fire alarms are linked to many systems in a building. For example, it begins with the activation of automatic fire extinguishing and smoke removal systems. It is also possible to use APS together with a video surveillance system (security and fire alarm). Automatic fire alarms require servicing to ensure reliable operation.

Components of APS

The fire alarm system includes the following elements:

1. Fire detectors, whose task is to notify the alarm system about a fire.
2. Fire warning system is a technical alarm device for warning of a fire, including different types of alarms (light, sound, voice or combined).
3. A communication device that transmits signals to a control point using communication channels (telephone line, radio, GSM).
4. A receiving and control device (control panel) is a device that receives, processes and analyzes information received from touch sensors.
5. “Exit” light board, installed in buildings and belonging to the type of light indicators for evacuation exit points in the event of emergency situations.
6. Backup power supply ensuring uninterrupted operation of the alarm system.

Based on the type of fire factors controlled, sensors are divided into:

• smoke;
• thermal;
• light;
• combined;
• flame detectors;
• gas;
• manual fire call points.

Types of APS

The peculiarity of the warning system is as follows: with the help of sensors, information is automatically transmitted to the control panel, where the location of the fire is reflected.

The types of warning systems are varied and depend on the requirements set for them.

Depending on the area of ​​the object, the APS can be:

1. address;
2. non-addressed;
3. addressable analog.

Non-addressable systems are installed on objects with a small area. The requirements for it are minimal. Touch sensors in these systems are combined into one common loop. With such a system, the APS notifies about a fire using a general signal and it is impossible to accurately determine which specific sensor was triggered.

At facilities with a large area (more than a thousand square meters), it is customary to install addressable warning systems. They notify about a fire using general and individual signals. In these settings, the control panel displays the number of the specific sensor from which the fire signal was received.

The analogue addressable system is also installed in facilities with a large area. Information is transmitted from sensors to the control panel via telemetry.

Installation and maintenance of automatic fire alarms

Installation and maintenance of automatic fire alarms is carried out by specialized companies licensed to carry out these types of work.

The work consists of developing a project, purchasing and installing materials and equipment, obtaining the necessary permits in the field of fire safety, as well as further maintenance of the automatic fire alarm system.

Maintenance procedure

APS maintenance involves the following procedures:

• checking the functionality of the APS and SOUE;
• inspection of the external condition of the fire complex as a whole;
• checking the activation of sensors, uninterrupted signal transmission to the main control point;
• adjusting fire alarm system settings;
• repairing damage;
• implementation of preventive measures.

Timely maintenance of APS is necessary for:

1. ensuring uninterrupted operation of the APS;
2. monitoring the general condition of the fire alarm system;
3. timely identification and elimination of problems;
4. prevention and elimination of negative consequences of exposure to harmful factors.

Checking the APS and SOUE, its maintenance must be carried out in a timely manner, no less than within the time limits established by law. Maintenance of automatic fire alarms can be regular or extraordinary.

Reason for extraordinary maintenance:

• occurrence of false alarms or complete system failure;
• inspection upon completion of correctional work;
• appeal from the director of a facility with an installed automatic fire alarm.

In general, automatic fire alarm maintenance is required on a monthly basis.

Prevention of APS

During maintenance, it is customary to carry out preventive measures.

They are:

1. in cleaning the surfaces of the system and its individual elements from dust and dirt;
2. in lubrication and strengthening of joints;
3. in replacing expired parts.

If any malfunction is identified during preventive maintenance, immediate repair or replacement of the failed part is carried out.

Registration of maintenance work

In the process of drawing up regulations, one should take into account the range of measures recommended by manufacturers of fire alarm devices.

Activities carried out as part of maintenance, including checking the functionality of the alarm system, are recorded in a special operational log.

In addition, information about any failures, false alarms, and information about equipment replacement is entered into the log. The employee who is responsible for meeting the deadlines for maintenance and preventive work, as well as for maintaining a log, is appointed in accordance with the internal order of the organization.

Responsibility for violating the terms of APS maintenance

Carrying out timely maintenance is especially important when alerting in cases requiring immediate evacuation of people.

If a situation arises in which there is a malfunction in the APS and SOUE (warning and evacuation control system), then this circumstance will become the basis for initiating a criminal case against the director of the enterprise for violations of the requirements for timely maintenance of the system.

Conclusion

Installing the latest APS in premises solves the problem of timely identification and elimination of the source of fire, which increases the safety of the objects they protect.

Warranty and preventive maintenance are a necessary condition for maintaining the functionality of the complex, ensuring the reliability and durability required for the safety of enterprise employees and property.

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APS maintenance in Moscow is one of the core activities of the Vega company. Our specialists are ready to professionally perform a wide range of specialized work, taking into account the individual characteristics of each automatic fire system. Regular maintenance of the APS is the key to long-term and trouble-free operation, which guarantees a high level of safety against fire. We fully provide not only technical, but also documentary support for all maintenance work. Thanks to this, our customers do not have problems with government regulatory authorities.

Prices for APS maintenance

• Name of service

  Price

• Control panel, remote display unit

  from 700 rubles for 1 unit.

• Control panel, remote display unit, radio channel

  from 900 rubles for 1 unit.

• Linear smoke detector

  from from 150 rubles for 1 unit.

• Radio channel smoke detector

  from 60 rubles for 1 unit.

• Combined fire detector

  from 60 rubles for 1 unit.

• Light and sound radio channel annunciator

  from 200 rubles for 1 unit.

Features of APS service

Automatic fire alarms include a wide range of various equipment and devices:

• Fire detectors.
• Smoke or high temperature sensors.
• Backup electrical power system.
• Communication lines between various elements of the APS.
• Central control panel.

Each device is responsible for a specific set of functions, which together provide a high level of fire protection. Maintenance of automatic fire alarms allows you to achieve trouble-free operation throughout the entire service life.

The list of APS maintenance work includes the following scope of operations:

• External inspection of all system elements in order to detect mechanical damage, insulation defects, contamination of the sensor surface and other faults.
• Monitoring software performance, analyzing the causes of software failures and eliminating them.
• Removing traces of dirt, dust and other contaminants from the surface of APS equipment.
• Monitoring the parameters of the backup electrical power source.
• Checking the functioning of the sensors in all possible operating modes.
• Monitoring contact connections, line insulation resistance values.
• Filling out all necessary executive documents regarding completed maintenance work.

Cost of servicing APS

Prices for maintenance work on automatic fire alarms depend on a large number of different criteria:

• Type and model of equipment used.
• Configuration of the controlled object.
• Complexity and scope of work.
• Maintenance frequency.

In each individual case, prices for APS servicing are calculated specifically for the object.

Advantages of cooperation with us

By ordering APS maintenance services from Vega, all clients receive a wide range of benefits:

• Extensive experience in carrying out such work allows us to perform APS maintenance in the shortest possible time.
• We guarantee full compliance of all work performed with the regulatory requirements of equipment manufacturers and the legislative norms of the Russian Federation.
• Long-term guarantee for all services performed by our specialists.

Cooperation with Vega LLC is an inexpensive and effective way to carry out maintenance of alarm systems of any configuration.

Benefits of working with us

We will carry out high-quality work on the installation of fire alarm systems and provide all the necessary documents. By ordering fire escape testing services from VEGA, you receive:

Scheme of working with us

By contacting Vega LLC, you receive high-quality, qualified service for APS technical maintenance. Our employees will promptly complete work of any complexity, while prices will be at the most affordable level. The scheme of cooperation with us is simple:

• Leave a request on the website or call
• Employees of our organization analyze the situation at your site
• Based on the analysis, the cost of services will be calculated, on the basis of which a commercial proposal will be drawn up
• After agreeing on the list of works, our employees will perform all the listed works at a time convenient for you in strict accordance with all established standards.
• Carrying out the full scope of all work, providing all necessary documentation.