3.1 Visual indicators of system operation and effectiveness
This section should identify the visual inspections that will occur and the frequency required. Visual inspections should be based on previously reported and documented information obtained during the latest building survey or from interviews with on-site personnel or individuals with appropriate firsthand knowledge. Items that should be reported on the visual inspection forms include the following:
- Changes or modifications in use, operation, configuration, structural changes, or size of the structure.
- Visual, non-mechanical AVMS components such as piping for any changes in condition and joint sealants.
- Mechanical AVMS components for audible or visual indicators that a repair or replacement may be necessary.
Other information that should be described in this section includes:
- Location – Where the inspection will occur
- Frequency – How often the inspection will occur
- Observations – What observations should be made and noted
- Operation – That the AVMS is operating
- Response – What steps should be taken if the visual inspection identifies a response is necessary
Key supporting information
- Figure(s) that identifies the inspection points.
- Table that identifies what is being inspected and what information should be documented.
- Inspection Form (optional) that allows the inspection to be performed in a standardized and routine manner and produces a record that that the inspections have occurred and that the system continues to function as designed.
3.2 Performance metrics
This section should identify the performance measurements to evaluate if the system is meeting the established performance metrics. Performance measurements are standalone measurements that must be recorded to document the system performance.
This includes:
- Location – Where the inspection will occur
- Frequency – How often the inspection will occur
- Instrumentation – What instrument and instrument accuracy is necessary for the measurement
- Units – What units should the performance measurement be measured in
- Readings – What measurement should be recorded
- Operation – That the AVMS is operating
- Performance Metrics - Performance Measurement that must be achieved based on prove-out information
- System Operation – Document the system operation and any downtimes
- Data Evaluation – Identification of any data analysis that should be performed
- Response – What steps should be taken if the inspection identifies that a performance measurement does not meet a performance objective and a response is necessary or warranted
Readings that identify that the AVMS is not meeting the performance metrics may require modifications to the system.
Key supporting information
- Figure(s) that identifies the inspection point or where the reading should occur.
- Table that identifies what is being inspected and what information should be documented.
Inspection Form (optional) that allows the inspection to be performed in a standardized and routine manner and produces a record that the inspection occurred and that the system continues to function as designed.