Fire Safety

Fire Safety Inspection Checklist: Sprinklers, Pumps & Suppression Systems

Checksheets Team

Construction Technology Experts

||9 min read

Fire protection systems are critical life safety installations. Thorough inspection ensures these systems will perform as designed when needed, protecting occupants and property.

Sprinkler System Inspections

Piping Installation

  • Pipe material and sizing
  • Hanger spacing and type
  • Branch line arrangement
  • Sprinkler head positioning
  • Pressure testing

Sprinkler Heads

  • Correct type and rating
  • Orientation and deflector position
  • Coverage area verification
  • Clearance to storage
  • Spare sprinkler cabinet

Fire Pump Inspections

Installation

  • Pump and driver installation
  • Suction and discharge piping
  • Controller installation
  • Jockey pump installation

Performance Testing

  • Churn (no-flow) test
  • Rated flow test
  • 150% flow test
  • Controller function test
  • Automatic start verification

Deluge and Pre-Action Systems

  • Valve installation
  • Detection system integration
  • Trip test verification
  • Discharge pattern verification

Passive Fire Protection

  • Fireproofing thickness
  • Fire-rated barrier construction
  • Penetration firestopping
  • Fire door installation

Fire Hydrants and Standpipes

  • Hydrant installation
  • Flow testing
  • Standpipe installation
  • Hose connection verification
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