FDNY Sprinkler Standpipe System S-
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Static Pressure - ✔✔The measurement of sytem pressure inder NON FLOW CONDITIONS.
Standpipe/ Multi-Zone - ✔✔A standpipe system that is vertically subdivided as required by the
construction codes, including the Building Code, into zones to limit the maximum operating pressure
in the system. Each zone will have its own individual automatic water supply.
Supervisory Signal - ✔✔A signal indicating the need for action in connection with the supervision of
guard tours, fire extinguishing systems or equipment, fire alarm systems or the maintenance features of
related systems.
Supervisory Signal-Initiating Device - ✔✔An initiating device, such as a valve supervisory switch,
water level indicator, or low-air pressure switch on a dry-pipe or pre-action sprinkler system, that
triggers a supervisory signal.
Testing - ✔✔A procedure used to determine the status of a system as intended by conducting periodic
physical checks on water based fire protection systems such as water flow tests, fire pump tests, alarm
tests, and trip tests of dry pipe or deluge valves.
, Upright Sprinkler - ✔✔A sprinkler designed to be installed in such a way that the water spray is
directed upwards against the deflector.
Water Hammer - ✔✔The SURGE IN PRESSURE when a high-velocity flow of water is ABRUPTLY
SHUT OFF.
Water Supply - ✔✔A source of water that provides the flow (GAL/MIN)(L/MIN) and pressure
(PSI) required by the water-based fire protection system.
Water Tank - ✔✔A tank supplying water for ater-based fire protection systems.
Wet Standpipe System - ✔✔A standpipe system having piping containing water at all times.
Records - ✔✔Records of all system inspections, tests, service and other maintenance must
be maintained on the premises for a minimum of (3 YEARS).
Impairment Coordinator - ✔✔The person responsible for ensuring that proper safety precautions
are taken when a fire protection system is placed out of service. The building owner shall assign an
impairment coordinator to comply with the requirements of this section. In the absence of a specific
designee, the owner shall be considered the impairment coordinator.
Planned Removal From Service - ✔✔A scheduled inspection, testing, regular maintenance, minor
repairs or for construction affecting NOT more than 1 FLOOR.
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