3 a2011 rop ballot

Committee on NFPA 3

M E M O R A N D U M

TO: NFPA Technical Committee on Commissioning Fire Protection

Systems

FROM: Jeanne Moreau

DATE: April 29, 2010

SUBJECT: NFPA 3 A11 ROP Letter Ballot

The ROP letter ballot for NFPA 3 is attached. The ballot is for formally voting on

whether or not you concur with the committee’s actions on the proposals. Reasons must

accompany all negative and abstention ballots.

Please do not vote negatively because of editorial errors. However, please bring such

errors to my attention for action.

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May 13, 2010. As noted on the ballot form, please submit the ballot to Jeanne Moreau,

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Attachment: Proposals

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Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-1 Log #CP20

_______________________________________________________________________________________________Technical Committee on Commissioning Fire Protection Systems,

The committee proposes a new document NFPA 32011 Edition, as shown at the end of this report.

While integrated system testing is enforceable, the commissioning of fire protection systems in theregulatory process is difficult to enforce as it is deemed to be a contractual process; therefore, the committee hasdecided to move NFPA 3 forward as a recommended practice instead of a standard. In addition, it is common practicefor the first edition of an NFPA document to be released as a recommended practice. A summary of the proposedchanges made by the committee is found below, broken up by Chapter.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-2 Log #94

_______________________________________________________________________________________________Douglas W. Fisher, Fisher Engineering, Inc.

Throughout the document, revise text as follows:Fire protection and life safety commissioning team.

The document should clearly state that all references to commissioning team are meant to be for thefire protection and life safety commissioning team, not the total building commissioning team. By inserting the phrase"fire protection and life safety" prior to all references to "commissioning team" the intent of the document is clear.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-3 Log #126

_______________________________________________________________________________________________Cecil Bilbo, Jr., National Fire Sprinkler Association, Inc.

Revise text to read as follows:Establish a consistent format for the use of acronyms throughout the standard. When using acronyms, the full phrase

shall appear on the same page prior to using said acronyms.This will better serve the users within the fire protection and life safety field as they become

accustomed to the new standard.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group on comments by John Hulett. Members

include: Kim Gruner, George Church, John Hulett, Mike Devore, Bob Tabet and Cecil Bilbo.

Not consistent with NFPA Manual of Style.

1Printed on 4/29/2010

Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-4 Log #100


Throughout the document, revise text as follows:Replace "fire commissioning agent" with "FCxA". Replace "registered design professional" with ''RDP''.

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Proposal: The document intermixes the use of "firecommissioning agent" and "FCxA", The acronym FCxA is clearly defined in Chapter 3 and therefore should be used inlieu of FCxA throughout the document.

The document intermixes the use of "registered design professional" and "RDP". The acronym RDP is clearly definedin Chapter 3 and therefore should be used in lieu of RDP throughout the document.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-5 Log #105

_______________________________________________________________________________________________David J. Burkhart, Code Consultants, Inc.

Revise text to read as follows:NFPA 3 Recommended Practice Standard for Commissioning and Integrated Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety

Systems.The proposed standard should be published as a Recommended Practice and not an enforceable

standard. The proposed standard is subjective in nature, and includes vague language which is unenforceable.Furthermore, the proposed standard does not provide clear and concise commissioning guidelines or direction.Publishing this document as an enforceable standard may incur significant additional cost to the Owner and introducedifficulty with budget estimation.

However, the book, written by David R. Hague already provides the necessarycriteria for commissioning.

The responsibility to provide commissioning and Integrated testing should be enforced through the existing buildingcodes and NFPA standards. The proposed NFPA 3 and handbook should beutilized as reference guides and recommended practice.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-1 (Log #CP20).




Revise the title of the document as follows:NFPA 3 - Standard Guide for Commissioning and Integrated Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems - 2011

Edition.This document has been created with the intent of being adopted into the family of GUIDES being

developed by the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS). This document is intended to be adopted as Guideline10 (NIBS 10-20xx) in this family of documents and as such should be a guide as are all of the others being created.

Additionally, calling this document a standard would require AHJ’s to enforce these requirements on each and everyproject in their jurisdiction. Many municipalities have adopted the body of the NFPA codes and standards as law and, assuch, there is no room or latitude given to determine the buildings to which this standard would apply.

This Committee has repeatedly stated that this standard will not and should not apply to all facilities constructed.However, there has been no mechanism created in this process for that to bear true when applying this as a standard.The Committee should recognize the Total Building Commissioning Process for what it is and allow this to be movedforward as a Guide.

This will enhance the ability of the Owner and the Cx Team in creating a plan tailored to the facility before them. Thiswill also ensure that this document fits into the NIBS set of guidelines as originally intended.

This proposal was created by the National Fire Sprinkler Association’s Engineering and Standards Committee.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George

Church, John Hulett, Mike Devore, Bob Tabet and Cecil Bilbo.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-1 (Log #CP20). The committee reviewed thepros and cons of making the document a standard, guide or recommended practice. The committee determined that thefirst edition of the document should be a recommended practice.




Revise Chapter 1 to read as follows:

Chapter 1 Administration

1.1 Scope. This recommended practice provides the recommended procedures, methods, and documentation forcommissioning and integrated testing of active and passive fire protection and life safety systems and theirinterconnections with other building systems.1.2* Purpose. The purpose of this recommended practice is to describe the commissioning process and integratedtesting that will ensure fire protection and life safety systems perform in conformity with the design intent.1.3* Application.1.3.1* This recommended practice applies to passive and active fire protection and life safety equipment and systemsincluding, but not limited to, the following:(1)* Infrastructure supporting the building fire protection and life safety systems within the boundaries of the project(2) Fixed fire suppression and control systems(3) Fire alarm systems(4) Emergency communications systems (ECS)(5) Smoke control and management systems(6)* Normal, emergency and standby power systems(7) Explosion prevention and control systems(8)* Fire-resistant and smoke-resistant assemblies(9) Commercial cooking operations(10) Elevator systems(11)* Means of egress systems and components(12) Other systems or installations integrated or connected to a fire or life safety system, such as, but not limited to,

access control, critical processes, and hazardous operations1.3.2* Commissioning should achieve the following:(1) Documentation of the owner’s project requirements (OPR) and the basis of design (BOD) provided(2) Equipment and systems installed as required(3) Integrated testing for all integrated fire and life safety systems performed and documented(4) Delivery of operation and maintenance (O&M) documentation(5)* Training of facility operating and maintenance staff(6) Identification and documentation of the requirements for maintaining system performance to meet the originaldesign intent during the occupancy phase1.3.3 Integrated testing should verify and document the following:(1) Performance in accordance with applicable codes and standards(2) Compliance with BOD and OPR(3)* Sequence of operation(4) Installation in accordance with manufacturers’ published instructions(5) Accuracy of diagrams of system interconnections and device locations prior to final acceptance .

1.3.4 The recommendations for the commissioning of fire protection and life safety systems and equipment in thisdocument should apply when required by the project specifications.1.3.5* The recommendations for the integrated testing of fire protection and life safety systems and equipment in thisdocument should apply when required by applicable codes or standards or the project specifications.

Changes were made to Chapter 1 to reflect the direction of the document as a recommended practice.The purpose was changed to a more clear and broad statement. The equivalency section is not needed because this isa recommended practice and therefore not enforceable. Likewise, the units section is not needed because there are nomeasurements, calculations, etc. that require units in the recommended practice.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________Jon Ackley, Dalmatian Fire, Inc.

Add new text to read as follows:1.1.2 This standard is provided as an optional reference for use on large projects*.*Large projects could be defined as over 500,000 sq ft.

Stating that the standard is optional and is to be used on larger projects more clearly states the intent.It is probable that this standard will be referenced in many specifications and codes and could be used on every projectregardless of size. The burden in time and money on smaller projects will be an excessive percentage of the project.

This document is intended to apply to some small projects. The size of the building has nothingto do with the complexity of the integrated fire protection and life safety systems.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-9 Log #156


Revise as follows:Where required by the building owner, this standard shall apply to fire protection and life safety systems

including…It is the building owner that determines when their building is being commissioned in accordance with

the NIBS Total Building Commissioning process. This standard should allow the owner to determine when theserequirements are to be used for their property. This change would bring this document closer to the NIBSCommissioning concept.

This proposal was created by the National Fire Sprinkler Association’s Engineering and Standards Committee.

The document is considered a recommended practice and is therefore not required to be usedby anyone.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-10 Log #106

_______________________________________________________________________________________________David J. Burkhart, Code Consultants, Inc.

Delete text to read as follows:1.3.1 -(11-) Fire ExtinguishersC.2.4 f) Manual suppression systems, such as fire extinguishers types.D.2 NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, 2007 edition.

Delete all references to NFPA 10. The standard has no applicable references to NFPA 10 as portablefire extinguishers are not a “system”. The NFPA 10 committee has not reviewed this document.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7 (Log #CP21) Section 1.3.1



_______________________________________________________________________________________________Bruce H. Clarke, XL Global Asset Protection , LLC

Revise text to read as follows:

(11) Manual fire extinguishers extinguishment equipment and systems“Fire extinguishers” as worded does not match other “systems” and does not clearly indicate what is to

be commissioned-confusing as it would lead reader to believe each fire extinguisher needs to be commissioned.

The committee did not view fire extinguishers as a system. See Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-7 (Log #CP21) Section 1.3.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-12 Log #110


Revise text to read as follows:Where required, this standard shall apply to passive and active fire protection and life safety equipment and

systems including, but not limited to, the following:...

(13) Other passive and active fire and life safety systems and equipmentSubitem 13 can be consolidated in 1.3.1 wording to better state intent.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-13 Log #182

_______________________________________________________________________________________________Steven J. Scandaliato, Telgian

Add new text to read as follows:Add new text: (15) Firestop systems.

In keeping with the specific reference to "systems" detailed in this list, the reference to "passive"systems should be more specific just as the "active" systems have been. Firestop is the system that encompassespassive protection and should be referenced as such.




_______________________________________________________________________________________________Joshua Elvove, U.S. General Services Administration

Revise 1.3.1(6) as follows:(6)* Normal and emergency power and lighting systemsA.1.3.1(6) Examples of emergency power would include power to smoke control systems, stair pressurization

systems, smokeproof enclosure ventilation systems, electric driven fire pumps, fire service access elevators, firesuppression system controllers, etc.

Emergency lighting is covered in 1.3.1(12), based upon text in A.1.3.1(12).. A list of examplesindicating where fire protection systems require emergency power is helpful annex information. Feel free to add to thislist.

Changed wording reflects correct usage of the terminology standby power vs. emergencypower. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7 (Log #CP21) Section 1.3.1(6)

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-15 Log #108



(8) Fire doors, windows, barriers, walls and other fire and smoke resistant control assembliesWord does not capture full intent as written Smoke resistant assembly was not clear

Language modified to make the item list more generic and broad to include more passivesystems. Clarification of these systems was added to the annex.See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7 (Log#CP21) Section 1.3.1

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-16 Log #181


Revise text to read as follows:Insert text for #8: (8) Fire doors, windows, walls, floors, ceilings, roof decks and other fire and smoke resistant

assemblies.It is very common for these components to be overlooked when evaluating and inspecting passive

protection. This will leave no doubt what is intended to be included when applying this standard.

See Committee Action on 3-15 (Log #108).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7(Log #CP21) Section 1.3.1





(9) Protection systems associated with commercial cooking equipment operationsCooking equipment operations does not clearly state what system is to be commissioned.

There is more than just the fire extinguishing systems required when protecting cookingequipment per NFPA 96.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-18 Log #70

_______________________________________________________________________________________________Michael D. DeVore, State Farm Insurance Company

Revise text to read as follows:Commissioning shall achieve all of the following:

Creation Documentation of Owners Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BOD) is provided.Installation of E equipment and systems are installed as required.Performance and documentation of F functional performance testing for integrated fire and life safety systems.Delivery of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) documentation is compiled and delivered.Training of F facility operating and maintenance staff.

Requirements Verify that the documentation is in place for maintaining system performance to meet the originaldesign intent after initial during the occupancy phase.

Manual of Style, Section 3.3.1.2, does not permit requirements in numbered lists when the introductorytext contains a requirement. Having “is” or “are” is the same as “shall”; so changed the list to be items that are achievedby commissioning.

Documentation is more clearly understood than creation, and added the wording "Approved"and added language to item (6) to clarify the intent. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7 (Log #CP21)Section 1.3.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-19 Log #111


Revise text to read as follows:Commissioning shall achieve the following:

(1) Documentation of Documented compliance with provided Owners Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis ofDesign (BOD) is provided documents.

Intent of current wording is not clear. Intent is not only to insure OPR and DOD are documented butthat they are properly provided and complied with in each project.

See Committee Action on 3-18 (Log #70).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7(Log #CP21) Section 1.3.2(1).





(4) Accurate Operation and Maintenance (O&M) documentation is acceptably compiled and delivered to buildingowners at project completion.

Clarifies intent of 1.3.2.4-where it is delivered to and when. Revised wording also clarifies intent is notthat poor information is hastily compiled.

See Committee Action on 3-18 (Log #70).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7(Log #CP21) Section 1.3.2(4).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-21 Log #113



(6) Verify that the documentation is in place for maintaining system performance to meet the original design intent afterinitial occupancy. Verification system documentation is developed and delivered to support periodic testing andmaintenance after initial installation acceptance.

Clarifies true intent of 1.3.2.6 and uses defined term-periodic testing (see ROP for Periodic Testing)

See Committee Action on 3-18 (Log #70).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7(Log #CP21) Section 1.3.2 (6).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-22 Log #69



****Include 3_L69_R Here****

This proposal does not intend to add text or to delete text from draft document. This is are-organization of A.1.6; moving requirements from the annex to the body of the document and aligning the annex textwith the sections of the body text.

The equivalency section of the document has been deleted as the document is no longer astandard


NFPA 3/ Log #69/ Rec/ F2010/ ROP/ 1

1.6* New Technology. New technology acceptable to the AHJ, proposed for installation,

with for which there is no published product instruction or installation standard, shall

function as intended throughout its life cycle in accordance with the Owners Project

Requirements, Basis of Design, or and requirements of the AHJ.

1.6.1* Design Documentation. Designs using new technology shall be submitted to the

authority having jurisdiction for review and approval.

1.6.1.1* Submittals shall include documentation, in an approved format, of each

performance objective and applicable scenario, together with any calculations, modeling,

or other technical substantiation used to establish the fire protection and life safety

performance of the design.

1.6.1.2* Tests submitted in support of an application shall be performed by an agency

approved by the authority having jurisdiction.

1.6.1.3 The authority having jurisdiction shall be permitted to require the submission of

additional information and data necessary to assist in the determination of equivalency.

1.6.1.4* The AHJ shall be authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary

to evaluate the new technology at no expense to the jurisdiction.

1.6.2 Acceptance Requirements. Upon completion of the installation, functional and

interoperability testing shall be conducted demonstrating performance consistent with the

OPR and the BOD in a method acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.

1.6.3* Maintenance Documentation. Final documentation shall contain required

inspection, maintenance, and testing methods and intervals.

A.1.6 This section provides guidance for new technologies or alternate materials, devices,

methods or arrangements that are not covered by other sections of this document standard.

The purpose of this section is to ensure new technology proposed for installation with no

or limited performance history will function as intended throughout its life cycle in

accordance with the owner’s project requirements.

New technology designs submitted to the authority having jurisdiction for review and

approval should include documentation, in an approved format, of each performance

objective and applicable scenario, together with any calculations, modeling, or other

technical substantiation used in establishing the proposed design’s fire protection and life

safety performance.

A.1.6.1 Design Documentation. The burden of proof of equivalency lies with the

applicant who proposes the use of alternative materials or methods. The authority having

jurisdiction should determine whether identified performance objectives of the proposed

new technology are appropriate and have met the intent of the performance objectives of

this Standard, the OPR, BOD, and applicable codes and ordinances of the jurisdiction.

The type of information required includes test data in accordance with referenced

standards, evidence of compliance with the referenced standard specifications and design

calculations.

A.1.6.1.1 Supporting data and tests, where necessary to assist in the approval of materials

or assemblies not specifically provided for in this Standard, should consist of valid

research reports from approved sources. A research report issued by an authoritative

agency is particularly useful in providing the authority having jurisdiction with the

technical basis for evaluation and approval of new and innovative materials and methods

of construction. Any tests submitted in support of an application must have been

performed by an agency approved by the building official Sufficient technical data, test


reports and documentation should be provided for the AHJ to make a decision as to the

appropriateness of an alternative material or method. Reports providing evidence of this

equivalency should be required to be supplied by an approved source, meaning a source

that the AHJ confirms is considered to be reliable and accurate.

A.1.6.1.2 Approval should be based on evidence that the agency has the technical

expertise, test equipment and quality assurance to properly conduct and report the

necessary testing. To provide the basis on which the AHJ can make a decision regarding

an alternative material or method, sufficient technical data, test reports and

documentation must be provided for evaluation. In the absence of recognized and

accepted test methods, the AHJ should can approve the tests methods required. in this

section. Methods of testing should be preapproved by the authority having jurisdiction.

The burden of proof of equivalency lies with the applicant who proposes the use of

alternative materials or methods. The authority having jurisdiction should be permitted to

require the submission of any additional information and data to assist in the

determination of equivalency consistent with this section.

The authority having jurisdiction should determine whether identified performance

objectives of the proposed new technology are appropriate and have met the intent of the

performance objectives of this Standard, the OPR, BOD, and applicable codes and

ordinances of the jurisdiction. Reports providing evidence of this equivalency should be

required to be supplied by an approved source, meaning a source that the AHJ confirms is

considered to be reliable and accurate.

The AHJ should make the final determination as to whether the provisions of the OPR

and BOD have been met.

A.1.6.1.4 The AHJ should be authorized to can require design submittals for new

technologies to bear a third party review and approval when the complexity of the design

exceeds the capabilities of the AHJ to determine whether the appropriateness of the

proposed design, operation, process, or interoperability. has met the Code requirements.

The type of information required includes test data in accordance with referenced

standards, evidence of compliance with the referenced standard specifications and design

calculations. A research report issued by an authoritative agency is particularly useful in

providing the building official with the technical basis for evaluation and approval of new

and innovative materials and methods of construction.

Acceptance Requirements. Upon completion of the installation, functional and

interoperability testing should be conducted demonstrating performance consistent with

the OPR and the BOD in a method acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.

Acceptable methods of testing should be preapproved by the authority having jurisdiction

prior to testing.

A.1.6.3 Maintenance Documentation. The applicant should provide system design and

operational documentation The applicant should provide a detailed document containing

inspection, maintenance, t Testing methods and intervals to assist in the continued

operation and interoperability of system components and associated equipment.

Several of the sentences in the annex were requirements either by using the word “must”,

which is equivalent to “shall”, or by the intent of the material. These sentences were

moved to the body of the document. Some edits were made to provide clarity through

sentence structure or to remove redundancy within a sentence. An example of the later is


section 1.6.1 where the acceptance of the AHJ was required at the start of the sentence

and at the end.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________George M. Lanier, Rome, GA

Revise text to read as follows:Revise 2.1 to read as follows: “The documents or portions thereof of documents designated in this standard as being

extracted from documents or publications listed in this chapter are referenced within this code and shall be consideredpart of the requirements of this document. Where it is intended that a document or publication in its entirety is to beconsidered a part of the requirements of this standard, such shall be specifically designated in this chapter.”

It is somewhat unclear as to what the status is of the documents or publications listed in 2.2. I feel thatthe wording of 2.1 needs to be clear about the source of extracted material and the status of publications or documentslisted in this chapter. I would assume that it is not the intent of 2.1 and 2.2 to make NFPA 1031 and NFPA 5000 in theirentirety a part of NFPA 3.

Current language conforms to NFPA Manual of Style.





Chapter 3 Definitions

3.1 General. The definitions contained in this chapter should apply to the terms used in this recommended practice.Where terms are not defined in this chapter or within another chapter, they should be defined using their ordinarilyaccepted meanings within the context in which they are used. Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition,should be the source for the ordinarily accepted meaning.3.2 NFPA Official Definitions.3.2.1* Approved. Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.3.2.2* Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). An organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing therequirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure.3.2.3* Listed. Equipment, materials, or services included in a list published by an organization that is acceptable to theauthority having jurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or services, that maintains periodic inspection ofproduction of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states that either theequipment, material, or service meets appropriate designated standards or has been tested and found suitable for aspecified purpose.3.2.4* Recommended Practice. A document that is similar in content and structure to a code or standard but thatcontains only non-mandatory provision using the word “should” to indicate recommendations in the body of the text.3.2.5 Should. Indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required.3.3 General Definitions.3.3.1* Basis of Design (BOD). A document that shows the concepts and decisions used to meet the owner’s projectrequirements and applicable standards, laws, and regulations.3.3.2* Building. Any structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy. [101, 2009]3.3.3 Commissioning.3.3.3.1* Commissioning (Cx). A systematic process that provides documented confirmation that specific andinterconnected fire and life safety systems function according to the intended design criteria set forth in the projectdocuments and satisfy the owner’s operational needs, including compliance requirements of any applicable laws,regulations, codes and standards requiring fire and life safety systems.3.3.3.2* Commissioning Authority (CxA). The qualified person, company, or agency that plans, coordinates, andoversees the entire commissioning process.3.3.3.3* Commissioning Plan. The document prepared for each project that identifies the processes and proceduresnecessary for a successful commissioning process.3.3.3.4 Commissioning Record. The complete set of commissioning documentation for the project that is turned over tothe owner at the end of the construction phase.3.3.3.5 Fire Commissioning Agent. (FCxA). A person or entity identified by the owner, who leads, plans, schedules,documents, coordinates the fire protection and life safety commissioning team, and implements the commissioningprocess and integrated testing of fire and life safety systems.3.3.3.6* Re-commissioning (Re-Cx). The process of verifying the performance of existing fire protection and life safetysystems that have been previously commissioned to ensure that the systems continue to operate according to thedesign intent or current operating needs.3.3.3.7* Retro-commissioning (RCx). The process of commissioning existing fire protection and life safety systems thatwere not commissioned when originally installed.3.3.3.8 Total Building Commissioning Process. A systematic process, beginning at project inception and extendingthrough the expected life of the building, that provides documented confirmation that all building systems functionaccording to the intended design criteria set forth in the project documents and satisfy the owner’s operational needs,including compliance requirements of any applicable laws, regulations, codes and standards requiring fire and life safetysystems.3.3.4 Component. A part or element of an architectural, electrical, mechanical, or structural system. [5000, 2009]3.3.5 Construction Document. The plans, specifications, and other documents that describe the construction project.3.3.6 Drawings.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 33.3.6.1 Coordination Drawing. Reproducible drawings showing work with horizontal and vertical dimensions to avoidinterference with structural framing, ceilings, partitions, equipment, lights, mechanical, electrical, conveying systems,and other services.3.3.6.2 Record (Plan) Drawing. A design, working drawing, or as-built drawing that is submitted as the final record ofdocumentation for the project. A drawing is also referred to as a plan.3.3.6.3 Shop Drawing. Scaled working drawings, equipment cutsheets, and design calculation. [1031, 2009]3.3.6.4 Working (Plan) Drawing. Those approved plans and drawings that are used for construction of the project.3.3.7 Inspection. A visual examination of a system or portion thereof to verify that it appears to be in operating conditionand is free of physical damage. [820, 2008]3.3.8 Installation Contractor. A company that provides labor and materials to install systems and equipment.3.3.9 Integrated Testing Agent (ITA). A person or entity identified by the owner, who, plans, schedules, documents,coordinates, and implements the integrated testing of the fire protection and life safety systems and their associatedsub-systems.3.3.10 Issues Log. A formal and ongoing record of failures, deficiencies, or concerns, as well as associated priorities,implications, and resolutions.3.3.11* Narrative. A written summary description of the building(s) or structure(s), including exterior property boundariesand all applicable fire protection and life safety systems and related integrated operational features.3.3.12 Operation and Maintenance Manual. A system-focused composite document that includes the operation andmaintenance requirements and additional information of use to the owner during the occupancy and operations phase.3.3.13 Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR). The documentation that provides the owner’s vision for the plannedfacility, integrated requirements, expectations for how it will be used and operated, and benchmarks and criteria forperformance.3.3.14 Phase.3.3.14.1 Construction Phase. The phase during which the systems and materials are fabricated and installed, tested,and accepted.3.3.14.2 Design Phase. The phase during which the basis of design is produced, and drawings and calculations,including those for design and fabrication, are produced, and testing procedures are developed.3.3.14.3 Occupancy Phase. The phase during which the training and periodic inspection, testing, and maintenance isscheduled and performed.3.3.14.4 Planning Phase. The phase during which the fire protection and life safety commissioning team is formed andinitial project concepts and the owner’s project requirements are developed.3.3.15 Registered Design Professional (RDP). In commissioning, an individual who is registered or licensed to practicetheir respective design profession as defined by the statutory requirements of the professional registration laws of thejurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed, or other professional with qualifications or credentials acceptable tothe jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed.3.3.16* Sequence of Operation. A matrix, narrative, or table of system inputs and outputs that can be used to illustratethe interactions of interconnected fire protection systems.3.3.17 Stakeholder. Any individual, group, or organization that might affect, be affected by, or perceive itself to beaffected by the risk.3.3.18 System.3.3.18.1* Active Fire Protection System. A system that uses moving mechanical or electrical parts to achieve a fireprotection goal.3.3.18.3 Fire Protection System. Systems, devices, and equipment used to detect a fire and its by-products, actuate analarm, or suppress or control a fire and its byproducts, or any combination thereof. [1031, 2009]3.3.18.4* Life Safety System. Those systems that enhance or facilitate evacuation, smoke control,compartmentalization, and/or isolation. [1031, 2009]3.3.18.5* Passive Fire Protection System. Any portion of a building or structure that provides protection from fire orsmoke without any type of system activation or movement.3.3.19 System Connection.3.3.19.1 * Integrated System. A combination of systems that are required to operate together as a whole to achieve thefire protection and life safety objectives.3.3.19.2 * Interconnected System. An integrated system that has component systems or devices connected to achievefire protection and life safety objectives.3.3.19.2.1* Switch Connection. A subset of interconnected systems in which one system monitors a switch or relay inanother system for either normal or not-normal condition.3.3.19.2.2* Data Sharing System. A subset of interconnected systems in which data streams are transferred betweentwo or more control units.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 33.3.19.3* Interconnection. The physical connections between interconnected systems.3.3.20 Systems Manual. A compilation of all operational and maintenance manuals, and description of the integratedfire protection and life safety systems.3.3.21 Testing.3.3.21.1 Acceptance Testing. Tests performed at the completion of installation to confirm compliance with applicablemanufacturers' installation specifications, applicable codes and standards, and the project BOD and OPR.3.3.21.2 Integrated Testing. An assessment of fire protection and life safety systems function and operation using directobservation or other monitoring methods to verify the correct interaction and coordination of multiple systems inconformance with the fire protection and life safety objectives.3.3.21.3* Pre-Functional Testing. Tests performed prior to acceptance testing to confirm compliance with manufacturers’specifications, applicable codes and standards, and the project BODs and OPRs.3.3.21.4 * Preliminary Testing. Testing that is done according to a checklist (generally developed by the FCxA) thatverifies that new equipment and all its components are functioning as intended.

New definitions were added to Chapter 3 to account for new terms added to the recommended practice.Additionally, existing definitions are modified to also account for changes made during the meeting.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-25 Log #201


Add new text to read as follows:Insert a definition from 4.3.2.1.1 to a new location 3.3.2 to read as follows: “ The basis of

design shall be the documentation describing the initial design making process and description of systems. See 4.3.2.”The basic definition in Chapter 3 would be helpful to the user.

See Committee Action on 3-26 (Log #125).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-7(Log #CP21) Section 3.3.1

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-26 Log #125


Revise text to read as follows:Create new definition for Basis of Design and renumber accordingly3.3.1* Basis of Design (BOD). A document that shows the concepts and decisions used to meet the Owner’s Project

Requirements and applicable standards, laws and regulations in accordance with Chapter 4.3.2.And move section 4.3.2.1.7 to the annex of this definition, as follows:

The purpose of the basis of design is to assist the commissioning authority and the authority havingjurisdiction in the plan review, inspection and final acceptance process.

The Committee has defined the requirements of what is to be in the BOD, but does not define thephrase.

Removes the reference to Chapter 4 from the definition in accordance with the NFPA Manual ofStyle. Reference change clarifies the use of the basis of design.See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-24(Log #CP22). Section 3.3.1




Revise text to read as follows:Any structureThat which is built or constructed and used or intended for supporting or sheltering any

use or occupancy.Inserted the definition of structure into the definition of building so that it did not appear circular; since

a building is a structure and a structure can be a building.

The definition included in Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) is the preferred definition fromthe NFPA Glossary of Terms. Changing the secondary definition to the preferred definition complies with the Glossaryof Terms Project.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-28 Log #190


Revise text to read as follows:Revise 3.3.2.4 to read as follows: “ The complete set of commissioning documentation for the

project which is turned over to the Owner, and as may be required to the AHJ, at the end of the construction phase.”The proposed text should make it clear that the AHJ(‘s) may require a copy of the Commissioning

Record. As an example, this record may be needed before the AHJ will issue a certificate of occupancy.

At any time, the AHJ can request a copy of the commissioning record. Definitions cannotcontain requirements.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-29 Log #192


Revise text to read as follows:Revise 3.3.2.4 to reads as follows, “ A person or entity identified by the owner, and

acceptable as qualified by the AHJ(‘s), who plans, schedules, documents, coordinates the commissioning team, andimplements the commissioning process and integrated testing of fire and life safety systems.”

The standard needs to stress the importance of determining the minimum qualifications that theperson and or entity must meet well prior to the actual selection. The proposed wording is an example. If not accepted,the TC is urged to consider and propose language to deal with the concern.

Qualifications are found in Chapter 4. Definitions cannot contain requirements.




Revise text to read as follows:. The document prepared for each project that describes all aspects of theidentifies the

processes and procedures necessary for a successful commissioning processincluding schedules, responsibilities,documentation requirements and communication structures.

The Commissioning Plan shall identify the processes and procedures necessary for a successfulCommissioning.

The Commissioning Plan establishes the framework for how commissioning will be handled andmanaged on a given project. This includes a discussion of the commissioning process, OPR, schedule, budget, teamand team member responsibilities, communication structures and a general description of the systems to becommissioned.

Section 4.2.4.1 is deleted because it does not contain a requirement and is a restatement of thedefinition of commissioning plan in section 3.3.2.3. The lists in the definition and the annex are deleted because they arenot exhaustive and are covered in section 4.2.4.3. The annex to section 4.2.4.1 is moved to be the annex of thedefinition in section 3.3.2.3.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-31 Log #73


Revise text to read as follows:. The plans, specifications, and all other documents that describe the design of a

construction project for which a permit has been issued by the authority having jurisdiction.The issuance or non-issuance of a permit does not have any bearing on the construction documents

that are prepared by the RDP. “Other documents” means everything else and includes “all” other documents. Thus “all”is redundant.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-32 Log #194


Revise text to read as follows:Revise 3.3.4 to read as follows: “ The approved plans, specifications, and all other

documents that describe the design of a construction project for which a permit has been issued by the authority havingjurisdiction.”

The proposal is offered as a means of ensuring that the “approved” plans, etc. are being usedthroughout the process. It is not uncommon for plans that were not approved to be on job sites and the approved plansto be off site in the architect’s or contractor’s office.

Approved drawings are defined as working drawings within this document.




Revise text to read as follows:. Assessment of fire protection or life safety systems function and operation

using direct observation or other monitoring methods to determine conformance with Owner’s Project Requirements andthe Basis of Design. Tests that evaluate the dynamic function and operation of equipment and systems using directobservation or other monitoring methods. Functional testing is the assessment of the system’s ability to perform withinthe parameters set up within the OPR and BOD. Functional performance tests are performed after constructionchecklists are complete.

Combined two separate definitions from the first and second sentences of the draft. Deleted the lastsentence because when testing occurs is covered in Construction Inspections, Section 4.4.2, Completion Testing,Section 4.4.3, and periodic testing is covered in the Occupancy phase requirements of Section 4.5.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) Section 3.3.21.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-34 Log #1

_______________________________________________________________________________________________David R. Hague, Liberty Mutual Property

Revise text to read as follows:A visual examination of a system or portion thereof to verify that if appears to be in operating

condition and is free of physical damage. [NFPA 820: 2008]Identifies the definition as being extracted from NFPA 820. Consistent with the NFPA Glossary of

Terms.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) Section 3.3.7.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-35 Log #193


Revise text to read as follows:Revise 3.3.8 to read as follows: “ A visual examination, including the witnessing of tests, of a system, or as

may be appropriate, a portion thereof to verify that it appears to be in a state of operational readiness operatingcondition and is free of visible physical damage.”

I am of the opinion that the witnessing of tests of a system, or as appropriate a portion thereof, duringthe inspection portion of the commissioning process would be an essential element in determining the “operationalreadiness” of the system.

Adds requirements to a definition, and it is not the preferred definition. See Committee Actionon Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22).




Revise text as follows:A system(s)-focused composite documentation of integrated or

interconnected equipment that includes the operation and maintenance requirements, and additional information of useto the Owner during the Occupancy and Operations Phase. The Operation and Maintenance Manual is a subset of theSystems Manual.

This proposal adds wording to clarify the intent of the O&M Manual and bring it in line with the intent ofthe document.

Operational and maintenance manuals also deal with individual systems not just interconnectedand integrated systems. The definition of Systems Manual addresses the inclusion of all sub set manuals.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-37 Log #39

_______________________________________________________________________________________________John E. Kampmeyer, Triad Fire Protection Engineering Corporation

Revise Sections 3.3.13A system(s)-focused composite documention of integrated or

interconnected equipment that includes the operation and maintenance requirements, and additional information of useto the Owner during the Occupancy and Operations. The Operation and Maintenance Manual is a subset of theSystems Manual.

This proposal adds wording to clarify the intent of the O&M Manual and bring it in line with the intent ofthe document.

Operational and maintenance manuals also deal with individual systems not just interconnectedand integrated systems.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-38 Log #195


Revise text to read as follows:Add an * to 3.3.14 to indicate an annex note A.3.3.14, to read as follows: “ Prior to adoption and publication,

the OPR needs to be reviewed to ensure that it is compatible or consistent with at least the minimum requirements ofapplicable laws, rules, regulations, practices, and policies of the AHJ(‘s).

It seems appropriate to include an annex note to stress that the OPR needs to be realistic in how itrelates to mandated codes, standards, etc.. This may be covered in other portions of the standard, however, reminderscan’t hurt.

A review of laws, rules and standards of an AHJ are outside of the scope of the PlanningReview (Pre-Design).



_______________________________________________________________________________________________Pascal Pfeiffer, AXA Insurance Company

Add new text as follows:In commissioning, an individual who is registered or licensed to

practice his respective design profession as defined by the statutory requirements of the professional registration laws ofthe jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed, or other professional with qualifications or credentialsacceptable to the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed.

The definition for the RDP should be specific but not restrictive in order to be applicable to otherjurisdictions outside of the USA and Canada where applicable rules might be different. It should provide an adequatelevel of professionalism for the individuals in the required fields of expertise.

Added the word "her" to accept that the individual may be a woman. See Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) Section 3.3.15.

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Revise Sections 3.3.17. In commissioning, an individual who is registered or licensed

professional engineer, architect or other professional with credentials acceptable to the jurisdiction where the project topractice his respective design profession as defined by the statutory requirements of the professional registration laws ofthe jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed, or other professional with credentials acceptable to thejurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed.

This proposal brings the definition of the RDP in line with the NFPA Glossary of Terms.

The Committee voted that the current definition is appropriate for commissioning.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-41 Log #41


Revise Sections 3.3.19A combination or group of fire protection and life safety fire protection and life safety fire

protection and life safety systems either interconnected or separate but required to operate together as a whole toachieve the fire protection and life safety objectives

This proposal deletes “fire protection and life safety” as integrated systems can be systems which arenot life safety (i.e. elevator) and adds “life safety” which is consistent with the intent of the document




Revise text as follows:An array, narrative or table of system inputs and outputs that can be used to

illustrate the interactions of inter-connected fire protection systems.This proposal expands on the possible arrangements of the sequence of operation.

Removed the word array to clarify the intent of the definition and added the word matrix to thedefinition. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) Section 3.3.16.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-43 Log #38


Delete Sections 3.3.6 and 3.3.10. Systems, devices, and equipment used to detect a fire and its by-products, actuate an

alarm, or suppress or control a fire and its by-products, or any combination thereof. [ 3.3.20.1]. Those systems that enhance or facilitate evacuation, smoke control, compartmentalization,

and/or isolation. [ 3.3.20.3]

.. Systems, devices, and equipment used to detect a fire and its by-products, actuate

an alarm, or suppress or control a fire and its byproducts, or any combination thereof. [ 3.3.20.1]. Those systems that enhance or facilitate evacuation, smoke control,

compartmentalization, and/or isolation. [ 3.3.20.3]This proposal adds a new Section 3.3.17 to cover all of the System definitions and moves 3.3.6 and

3.3.17 to it.




Revise text to read as follows:An integrated system that has physically connectedcomponent systems or devices

connected electrically or by radio.Interconnectedions systems could consist of electrical binary normal/not-normal connections or data

transfer protocols. Example of data transfers are such as BACnet, and LonWorks, or other data exchange protocols.The physical connections between interconnected systems.A subset of

interconnected systems in which one system monitors a switch or relay in another system for either normal ornot-normal condition.

Interconnected systems are connected so that a binary output from one system causes a binary inputin another system or systems. For purposes of this definition a relay is an electrically controlled switch. An example of amonitored switch is a waterflow switch which is either open or closed (binary normal/not-normal output) which whenconnected to the input of a fire alarm system can cause multiple outputs in the fire alarm system including sounding thewaterflow bell and notification appliances, starting smoke control systems, etc. An example of a relay as a switchconnection is for elevator control when a fire alarm relay controls when the firefighters’ recall occurs through the elevatorcontrol monitoring the status of the fire alarm relay.

A subset of interconnected systems in which data streams aretransferred between two or more control units.

Combined systems are connected so that data from one component system is shared with othercomponent systems, which then make independent decisions to achieve a desired result. The communication can beone-way or two-way, serial or parallel. A combined data sharing system may have components that are switchinterconnectionsed too. An integrated system in which component systems communicate between multiple dataprocessing units.

Interconnected systems shall comply with this Chapter and Chapter 5. Interconnections of systemsincluding but not limited to those referenced in Annex B shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 5 and Chapter 6.

Information about interconnections in other NFPA documents can be found in Annex B.

Switch connections to fire alarm systems shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72.

Control circuits requiring electrical power to perform the function shall be monitored for presence of operatingvoltage.

Loss of power to a monitored control circuit shall cause a visual and audible signal to be indicated to at leastone of the following:

(1) A constantly attended location at the premises.(2) A monitoring station as described in NFPA 731, Chapter 9.(3) A supervising station as described in NFPA 72.

Control circuits that perform the function upon loss of power shall be considered self-monitoring for integrityand satisfy the requirement of Sections 6.2.2.1 and 6.2.2.2.

Fire doors or shutters that are unlocked by a relay connection shall remain latched.

The communication path used for data transfer shall be monitored for integrity including but not limited to:(1) Physical connections.(2) Gateways.(3) Intelligibility of the data stream.

Loss of communication path integrity shall cause a visual and audible signal to be indicated to at least one of thefollowing:

(1) A constantly attended location at the premises.(2) A monitoring station as described in NFPA 731, Chapter 9.(3) A supervising station as described in NFPA 72.

During the design phase, the commissioning team shall document the following:(1) Where data sharing systems occur in the project.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3(2) Compatibility of data sharing systems.(3) Where gateways or interfaces are required between data sharing systems.(4) The responsible parties for each portion of the interconnection.(5) Degrade mode for each data sharing system upon loss of communication.

During the construction phase, the commissioning team shall document the following:(1) Completion of acceptance testing for each component system.(2) Verification of data transfer between component systems.(3) Test of visual and audible signal upon loss of communication.(4) Test of degrade mode for each component system.(5) Integrated test of data sharing system functions.

Chapter 6 has evolved through the committee actions in preparing the draft. Chapter 6 was originallymostly extracts from other documents that were moved to Annex B. However all of it was not extracts and this proposalmoves those items back to Chapter 6. The definition also was corrupted in editing. The proposal attempts to correctthat and to better clarify the different kinds of interconnections. The requirements for data sharing systems was added togive a basis for the design and testing of these systems.

Accepted in part since the committee wanted to split the Chapter 6 changes into a separateproposal. Changes in the definition for clarity. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) Section3.3.17.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-45 Log #42


Revise Sections 3.3.20. A composite document of all individual integrated and/or interconnected systems that

includes the operations, maintenance and additional information for use by the Owner during the occupancy phase.This proposal adds the concept of integration of systems which is consistent with the intent of the

document

Provides a more concise definition. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log#CP22) Section 3.3.18.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-46 Log #43


Revise Section 3.3.21A 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 drypipe, deluge, or preaction valves. These tests follow up on the original acceptance test at intervals specified in theappropriate chapter of this standard (NFPA 25, preferred) A procedure used to determine the functionality of acomponent, system or integrated system by conducting periodic physical checks on fire protection and life safety systemequipment.

This proposal broadens the definition of component testing beyond water based systems which isconsistent with the intent of the document

The committee eliminated the general definition for testing in favor of more specific definitionsfor each type of testing referenced.




Revise text to read as follows:Tests performed in accordance with the requirements of the relevant standard by the

installing contractor at the time of completion to determine compliance.Performance verification conducted at the completion of installation to confirm

compliance with applicable manufactures installation specifications, standards, and functionality per the project BODand OPR.

Wording to match definitions of other defined testing types and remove words such as “periodic” fromthe definition of “periodic testing.” Revised wording for each type of testing creates standard format and also removeswho must conduct acceptance testing-not always installing contractor (i.e., AHJ many times directs pump installationsand, installing subcontractors are not the ones who complete alarm acceptance testing.

Changes reinforce that the systems are required to be tested in accordance with the applicableinstallation standards and codes, and it removes the confusion the previous definition contained. Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) Section 3.3.19.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-48 Log #115


Revise text to read as follows:Performance verification of the interaction and coordination of multiple and separate fire

and life safety systems.Performance verification conducted to confirm interoperability of multiple fire and life

safety systems to applicable manufactures installation specifications, standards, and functionality per the project BODand OPR.

Wording to match definitions of other defined testing types and remove words such as “periodic” fromthe definition of “periodic testing.” Revised wording for each type of testing creates standard format.

A performance verification implies the a system or system component has beenreviewed/tested in accordance with the applicable design standard. The definition in Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log#CP22) addresses an assessment of the communication between devices and systems and does not imply componentinstallation testing has been performed.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-49 Log #44


Revise Section 3.3.21.3. A procedure used to determine the functionality of a component, system, or integrated

system by conducting periodic physical checks on fire protection and life safety system equipment.This proposal deletes this definition as it was moved to 3.3.21 Testing.




Revise text to read as follows:A procedure used to determine the functionality of a component, system, or integrated

system by conducting periodic physical checks on fire protection and life safety system equipment.Performance verification conducted at regular set intervals to confirm compliance with

manufactures specifications, applicable standards, and functionality per original project BODs and OPRs.Periodic testing requirements can be modified to match modified system functionality requirements subject

to AHJ approval.Wording to match definitions of other defined testing types and remove words such as “periodic” from

the definition of “periodic testing.” Revised wording for each type of testing creates standard format. Section 3.3.21.3.1added to indicate periodic testing is normally done to confirm original system performance but can be modified if systemperformance requirements are modified.

See Committee Action on 3-49 (Log #44).Periodic testing is not used anywhere in thedocument.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-51 Log #196


Revise text to read as follows:Revise 3.3.21.3* to read as follows: “ A procedure used to determine the functionality and state of

operational readiness of a component, system, or integrated system by conducting periodic checks on fire protectionand life safety system equipment..”

The term “state of operational readiness” stresses the status of an emergency system that is preparedto properly function.

See Committee Action on 3-49 (Log #44).Periodic testing is not used anywhere in thedocument.




Revise text to read as follows:Testing that is done according to a checklist (generally developed by

the fire commissioning agent) that verifies that new equipment and all its components are functioning as intended.Performance verification conducted prior to acceptance testing to

confirm compliance with manufactures specifications, applicable standards, and functionality per original project BODsand OPRs.

3.3.21.4 Annex: This testing is typically conducted according to a checklist developed by the FCxA that integratesmanufactures requirements and insures interoperability prior to formal Acceptance Testing. In many cases such as withfire pumps per NFPA 20 this is required prior to acceptance testing as the coordination of attendance my multiple AHJ’smay be required.

Wording to match definitions of other defined testing types. Revised wording for each type of testingcreates a standard format. Unenforceable wording moved to annex section. Revised wording also removed verbiageindicating this is only conducted for new equipment and ambiguous wording that system “functions as intended.”

Changes reinforce that the systems are required to be pre-tested in accordance with theapplicable installation standards and codes, and it removes the confusion the previous definition contained. SeeCommittee Action on Committee Proposal 3-24 (Log #CP22) Section 3.3.19.3.




Move Chapter 10 to new Chapter 4 and revise to read as follows:

Chapter 4 Qualifications of Commissioning Personnel

4.1 Applicability. Members of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team should meet the requirements of thischapter.planning4.2 Qualifications..4.2.1 Fire Commissioning Agent (FCxA).4.2.1.1* General.4.2.1.1.1 The FCxA should be knowledgeable and experienced in the proper application of commissioningrecommendations of this recommended practice and general industry practices.4.2.1.1.2 The FCxA should be individually identified on the specifications or other enabling documentation.4.2.1.1.3 The FCxA should provide an objective and unbiased point of view.4.2.1.2 Requisite Knowledge. A qualified FCxA should have an advanced understanding of the installation, operationand maintenance of all fire protection and life safety systems proposed to be installed, with particular emphasis onsystem integrated testing.4.2.1.3 Requisite Skills. An FCxA should have the ability to do the following:(1) Read and interpret drawings and specifications for the purpose of understanding system installation, testing,operation, and maintenance.(2) Analyze and facilitate resolution of issues related to failures in fire protection and life safety systems.(3) Provide clear, concise written reports and verbal communication, and have the ability to resolve conflicts.4.2.2 Installation Contractor.4.2.2.1 Installation contractors should be knowledgeable and experienced in the installation of the type of systemproposed to be installed.4.2.2.2* The installation contractor should submit evidence of required license or certification to the FCxA.4.2.3 Registered Design Professional (RDP).4.2.3.1 The RDP should be individually identified in the specifications or other enabling documentation.4.2.3.2 Requisite Knowledge. A qualified RDP should have comprehensive knowledge of the following:(1) The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of all systems proposed to be installed(2) How individual and integrated systems operate during a fire or other emergency.4.2.4* Construction Manager. Construction managers should be knowledgeable and experienced in the field ofconstruction project management.4.2.5 Facilities Management Personnel. Facilities management personnel should include building maintenance andservice personnel, building engineering personnel, and similar job functions.4.2.5.1 Facilities management personnel should have the ability to perform the following:(1) Assess a facility’s need for building systems and recommend building systems(2) Oversee the operation of building systems(3) Establish practices and procedures(4) Administer the allocation of building systems resources(5) Monitor and evaluate how well building systems perform(6) Manage corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance of building systems(7) Develop and implement emergency procedures and disaster recovery plans.4.2.5.2 Facilities management personnel should be knowledgeable and qualified in the operation and maintenance ofthe fire protection and life safety systems installed in their facility.4.2.5.3 Facilities management personnel who perform the on-going system operation, inspection, testing, andmaintenance should be thoroughly familiar with the required and recommended operation and maintenance tasks.4.2.5.4 Facilities management personnel who will be responsible for management of a contract for system operation,inspection, testing, and maintenance should be thoroughly familiar with the tasks to be performed and the frequency ofsuch tasks, but not necessarily the implementation of those tasks.4.2.6* Third-Party Test Entity.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 34.2.6.1 Third-party test entities should have an advanced understanding of the installation, operation, and maintenanceof all fire protection and life safety systems proposed to be tested, with particular emphasis on system integrated testing.4.2.6.2* Third-party test entities should be licensed or certified where required by the AHJ and/or codes and standards.4.2.6.3 The third-party test entities should have the ability to do the following:(1) Read and interpret drawings and specifications for the purpose of understanding system installation, testing,operation, and maintenance(2) Provide good written, verbal, conflict resolution, and organizational skills4.2.7* Authority Having Jurisdiction.4.2.7.1 The AHJ should be knowledgeable in the applicable codes, ordinances, and standards as they relate to the fireprotection and life safety systems installed.4.2.7.2 The AHJ should have the ability to interface with the RDP and the commissioning authority in all phases of thecommissioning process.4.2.7.3 The AHJ should have the ability to determine the operational readiness of the fire protection and life safetysystems installed.4.2.7.4 The AHJ should have the ability to interface with the fire protection and life safety commissioning team in orderto verify completion of integrated testing for the purpose of system acceptance.4.2.8 Integrated Testing Agent (ITa)4.2.8.1 The ITa should have an understanding of the design, installation, and operation and maintenance of the type offire protection and life safety systems installed.4.2.8.2 The ITa should demonstrate experience and knowledge of performance verification methods to validatefunctionality of integrated systems and components.4.2.8.3 The ITa should demonstrate knowledge, experience and understanding of the operating components of allsystems and subsystems to the extent they affect the installation and operation of the fire protection and life safetysystems in accordance with the approved design.4.2.9 Insurance Representative. Insurance representative should be knowledgeable and experienced in property lossprevention and life safety to mitigate possible risk.

Chapter 10 was moved to Chapter 4 because the qualifications recommendations should appear in thedocument before the specific commissioning and integrated testing recommendations. The qualifications for facilitiesmanagement personnel were moved from the Annex into the body of the recommended practice to coordinate with theremainder of Chapter 4. Qualifications for the integrated testing agent were added because the integrated testing agentcould play a key role in commissioning and, more specifically, integrated testing. Likewise, qualifications were alsoadded for the insurance representative due to the key roles they may play in commissioning.

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Revise text to read as follows:Thise requirements of this Chapter provides the minimum requirements necessary forshall apply to the

commissioning of all fire protection and life safety systems.Not all systems or components require commissioning, however, acceptance and integrated testing should be

performed. The commissioning team should review with the owner and AHJ to determine whatthe systems that shouldbe subject to commissioning. While full commissioning is not needed for all systems or components, acceptance andintegrated testing should be performed. A reasonable degree of protection for life and property can be provided byacceptance and integrated testing for small or independent systems or those integrated systems having simple logic.

Remove the contradiction between the body paragraph and the annex. The body stated that allsystems are to be commissioned and the annex stated that all systems don’t require commissioning. Also revisedsection 4.1.1 so that it was more than a restatement of the scope paragraph from Chapter 1. Changed the annexlanguage for clarity and applicability.

See Committee Action on 3-55 (Log #127).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.1.




Revise text to read as follows:Thise requirements of this chapter provides the minimum requirements necessary forshall apply to the

commissioning of all fire protection and life safety systems.Not all systems or components require commissioning, however, acceptance and integrated testing should be

performed. The commissioning team should review with the owner and AHJ to determine whatthe systems that shouldbe subject to commissioning. Full commissioning is not required for all facilities, systems, or components. However,acceptance and integrated testing should still be performed. A reasonable degree of protection for life and property canbe provided by acceptance and integrated testing for small or independent systems or those integrated systems havingsimple logic.

This proposal removes the contradiction between the body paragraph and the annex. The body statedthat all systems are to be commissioned and the annex stated that all systems don’t require commissioning. Alsorevised section 4.1.1 so that it was more than a restatement of the scope paragraph from Chapter 1. Changed theannex language for clarity and applicability.

Language introduced by Mike DeVore and vetted by the Chapter 4 task group.

Change clarifies the intent of the document. Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129(Log #CP24) Section 5.11, A.5.11.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-56 Log #128


Revise text to read as follows:Additional requirements for specific fire protection or life safety systems shall be based on the applicable chapter

of this standard.This should have been revised when the references to standards were removed.

This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, GeorgeChurch, John Hulett, Mike Devore, Bob Tabet and Cecil Bilbo.

This document is not intended to provide design criteria for individual systems.




In the Figure add the word "NO" between "Acceptance" and "Develop Owners ProjectRequirements".

The arrow between "Update OPR and BOD" and "Design Reviews" should be reversed.Under Ongoing Commissioning Process in Figure 4.1.3(c), under Update OPR and BOD, the task should be stated as

"Conduct Training", not "Accomplish Training".

***Insert Figure 4.1.3(c) here*****

In the figure, non-acceptance should result in a return to the predesign phase. In the design phase,when the OPR and BOD are updated, a design review should follow. The proposed text for Figure 4.1.3(c) is editorial.

One large flow chart is spread out into three separate figures, (a), (b) and (c). All three figureswere moved to the annex under 3-192 (Log #129), 3-193 (Log #130), & 3-194 (Log #131).See Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section A.5.1.2(a) and A.5.1.2(c).


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Figure 4.1.3(c) The Commissioning Process

4.2 Pre-Design Phase.



Renumber existing (11) to (12) and add a new (11):The fire protection and life safety commissioning team

shall be identified and documented. The following entities, where included in the project, shall be part of thecommissioning team.

(1) Owner(2) Commissioning Authority(3) Fire Commissioning Agent (FCxA)(4) Installation Contractor(s)(5) Manufacturer's Representatives(6) Registered Design Professional(s)(7) Construction Manager/General Contractor(8) Owner's Technical Support Personnel(9) Facility Manager or Operations Personnel(10) Insurance Representative(11) Third Party Test Entity(1112) AHJAdd a new Section 4.2.2.9 as follows:

The Third Party Test Entity shall be responsible for the following:(1) Include all Commissioning Process requirements and activities in the scope of services.(2) Attend required Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team meetings.(3) Include Commissioning Process milestones in the project schedule.(4) Develop individual system test plan, including acceptance and integrated testing.(5) Demonstrate the performance of the systems, including integration.(6) Complete the construction checklists as the work is accomplished.(7) Develop and submit final testing documentation.Add a new Section 10.2.6 as follows:

Third Party Test Entities shall have an advanced understanding of the installation, operation and maintenanceof all fire protection and life safety systems proposed to be tested, with particular emphasis on system integrated testing.

Third Party Test Entities shall be licensed (certified) where required by the AHJ and/or codes and standards.

The Third Party Test Entities shall have the ability to:(1) Read and interpret drawings and specifications for the purpose of understanding system installation, testing,

operation and maintenance.(2) Provide good written, verbal, conflict resolution and organizational skills.

A third party test entity is typically required on large projects (i.e. smoke control system testing). Thisproposal adds the third party test entity to the FPLS Commissioning Team as well as the responsibilities andqualifications for this entity.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2, 5.2.2.13,10.2.6.




Add an annex note to 4.2.2 as follows*4.2.2*A.4.2.2. In some projects, entities such as the Installation Contractor(s), Manufacturer’s Representative and

Construction Manager/General Contractor may not be determined until after the contract has been awarded forconstruction,

Installation Contractor(s), Manufacturer’s Representative and Construction Manager/GeneralContractor are listed under the pre-design phase, yet in many cases such as government design-bid-build projects,these entities won’t have been determined until after the contract has been awarded. The annex note clarifies this.Note: this text could also be added to existing annex material in A.4.2.1.2, though I believe all text associated with thePF & LS Commissioning Team better fits with A.4.2.2.

Already exists in Annex A.5.2.1.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-60 Log #118


Revise text to read as follows:The Owner, or their designated representative, shall be responsible for the commissioning of all fire and life

safety systems.Added wording clearly allows the owner to designate a CxA to manage a project.

Language is redundant and covered in 5.2.2.4.2.




Revise text to read as follows:The Owner responsibilities shall include the following: shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Contracting and delegating the Commissioning Process.(2) Include Including the Commissioning responsibility of the Registered Design Professional design services

responsibility within the project scope for design services.(3) Assist Assisting in the development of and approve approval of the OPR.(4) Assign Assigning operations and maintenance personnel to participate in the commissioning process.(5) Review and approve Reviewing and approving any changes to the OPR.(6) Review and approve Reviewing and approving the construction documents.(7) Review and comment Reviewing and approving on the Commissioning Process Progress Reports. commissioning

process progress reports.(8) Review and comment on the Reviewing and approving Commissioning Team’s progress reports commissioning

team progress reports.(9) Review and accept Reviewing and approving the final Commissioning Record commissioning report.

Wording revised for standard wording between each responsibility. Item 2 and 4 deleted as these arenot seen as part of owners responsibility-owner is not always responsible for developing scope of design services andsome projects may not have operations and maintenance personnel or could have them that are not involved in allprojects. Revised wording also indicates owner responsibility may include additional responsibilities.

It is the Committee's intent that the responsibilities of the owner need to be clear. Changesclarify this intent. Operation and maintenance personnel are needed during the commissioning process. See CommitteeAction on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.4.3.




Revise text as follows:The FCxA shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Organize and lead the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team.(2) Coordinate and attend Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team meetings.(3) Facilitate the development of and document the OPR.(4) Verify that Commissioning Process activities are clearly stated in all scopes of work.(5) Identify and integrate the Commissioning Process activities into the project schedule.(6) Prepare the Commissioning Plan.(7) Prepare the Commissioning Process activities to be included in the project specifications.(8) Execute the Commissioning Process.(9) Review the plans and specifications during the Pre-Design and Design Phases.(10) Attend pre-bid meeting to detail the Commissioning Contractor requirements.(11) Review and approve the Systems Manual(s).(12) Track and document issues and deviations to the OPR and log resolutions in the Issues Log.(13) Write and review Commissioning Process Progress progress Reportsreports.(14) Witness system testing.(15) Review installation and record documents.(16) Recommend acceptance of the systems to the Owner.(17) Track development, accuracy and compliance with sequence of operation (matrix).(18) Develop and submit the final fire protection and life safety commissioning documents.

This proposal provides additional responsibilities for the FCxA during the course of the commissioningprocess. Editorial changes are provided for consistency with other sections of this chapter.

Clarifies the responsibilities of the commissioning also places responsibility for who developsthe system manual. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.6.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-63 Log #120


Revise text to read as follows:the FCxA shall be responsible for the following: responsibilities shall

include the following:Revised wording indicates FCxA responsibility may include additional responsibilities beyond those

listed.





Revise text to read as follows:Insert a new 4.2.2.3 (18) to read as follows: “(18) Maintain close communication with the AHJ’s and keep them advised

of desired changes to the OPR, the Commissioning Plan, and other project plans and specifications. ALSO, obtainrequired approvals and permits for plans, and for changes in plans and specifications prior to implementing them, unlessadvised otherwise by the responsible AHJ’s.”

The proposal is intended to clearly designate the Fire Commissioning Agent as the primary individualto maintain communication with the AHJ’s during duration of the project. If this proposal is not acceptable, I urge the TCto clearly establish such a relationship in an appropriate location in the standard.

Not part of the fire commissioning agent's responsibilities.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-65 Log #3


Revise text to read as follows:The installing contractor shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Include all Commissioning Process requirements and activities in the scope of services.(2) Attend required Commissioning Team meetings.(3) Include Commissioning Process milestones in the project schedule.(4) Implement the training program as required by the Contract Documents.(5) Provide submittals to the RDP, Owner and Commissioning Team.(6) Develop individual system test plan, including acceptance and integrated testing.(7) Notify the General Contractor and FCxA when systems are ready for testing.(8) Demonstrate the performance of the systems, including integration.(9) Complete the Construction Checklists as the work is accomplished.(10) Continuously maintain the Record Drawings as required by the Construction Documents.

Adds a requirement to the section in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.





Revise section as follows:The Installation Contractor(s) shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Include all Commissioning Process requirements and activities in the scope of services.(2) Attend required Commissioning Team meetings.(3) Include Commissioning Process milestones in the project schedule.(4) Implement the training program as required by the Contract Documents.(5) Provide submittals to the RDP, Owner and Commissioning Team.(6) Develop individual system test plan, including acceptance and integrated testing.(7) Notify the General Contractor, Third Party Test Entity and FCxA when systems are ready for testing.(8) Demonstrate the performance of the systems, including integration.(9) Complete the Construction Checklists as the work is accomplished.(10) Continuously maintain the Record Drawings as required by the Construction Documents.

This proposal provides additional responsibilities for the Installation Contractor during the course of thecommissioning process. Editorial changes are provided for consistency with other sections of this chapter.

See Committee Action on 3-67 (Log #121) but Committee also want to add new material toitem (7) as shown. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.7.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-67 Log #121


Revise text to read as follows:The installation contractor responsibilities shall include the following:

Revised wording indicates the text that follows are some responsibilities however may includeadditional responsibilities beyond those listed.





Revise text to read as follows:Manufacturers representatives shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Provide technical support to the Installation Contractor.(2) Provide all information required for the operation and maintenance of the system.(3) Provide the requirements to maintain the warranty as part of the initial submittal.(4) Provide factory test documentation when required(5) Assist the Installation Contractor in the development of the individual systems test plans.(6) Assist the Installation Contractor and Commissioning Team with installation verification and testing.(7) Assist in development and implementation of system training.

Adds mandatory language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.

See Committee Action on 3-70 (Log #123). See Committee Action on Committee Proposal3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.8.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-69 Log #89


Revise text as follows:The Manufacturer's Representative shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Provide technical support to the Installation Contractor.(2) Provide all information required for the operation and maintenance of the system.(3) Provide the requirements to maintain the warranty as part of the initial submittal.(4) Provide factory test documentation when required(5) Assist the Installation Contractor in the development of the individual systems test plans.(6) Assist the Installation Contractor and Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team with installation

verification and testing.(7) Assist in development and implementation of system training.

Editorial changes are provided for consistency with other sections of this chapter.

Accepting Item (6) see Committee Action on 3-70 (Log #123).See Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.8.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-70 Log #123


Revise text to read as follows:The manufacturers representative responsibilities shall include the following:

Revised wording indicates the text that follows are some responsibilities however may includeadditional responsibilities beyond those listed.




_______________________________________________________________________________________________Kimberly A. Gruner, Fike Corporation


(1) Provide technical support to the Installation Contractor.(2) Provide all information required for the operation and maintenance of the system.(3) Provide the requirements to maintain the warranty as part of the initial submittal.(4) Provide factory test documentation when required(4) (5) Assist the Installation Contractor in the development of the individual systems test plans.(5) (6) Assist the Installation Contractor and Commissioning Team with installation verification and testing.(6) (7) Assist in development and implementation of system training.

Delete parenthesis 4 and text requirement. By noting this item in the requirements, an AHJ is morelikely to request these as a requirement. As a Manufacturer, testing and documentation is performed, but not provided tothe installation unless requested in advance. Doing so could add labor and time, thus increasing costs and prices.Tracing back several smoke detector factory tests to a specific device is not easily done at the installation phase. This isa costly addition to a low cost fire protection system item. I understand that a Fire Pump might have this requirement,but the statement as it stands refers to ANY component in a fire and life safety system.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-72 Log #5


Revise text to read as follows:The registered design professional (RDP) shall be responsible for the

following:(1) Participate and assist in the development of the OPR.(2) Document the Basis of Design.(3) Prepare Contract Documents.(4) Respond to the Commissioning Team design submission review comments.(5) Specify operation and maintenance of systems in the project specifications.(6) Review and incorporate the Commissioning Teams comments, as appropriate.(7) Review test procedures submitted by the installation contractor.(8) Review and comment on the Commissioning Process Progress Reports and Issues Log reports.(9) Review and accept record documents as required by the Contract Documents.(10) Review and comment on the final Commissioning Record.(11) Recommend final acceptance of the systems to the Owner.






Revise text as follows:The Registered Design Professional shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Participate and assist in the development of the OPR.(2) Create and Document document the Basis of Design.(3) Prepare Contract Documents.(4) Respond to the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team design submission review comments.(5) Specify operation and maintenance of systems in the project specifications.(6) Review and incorporate the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team's comments, as appropriate.(7) Review test procedures submitted by the installation contractor.(8) Review and comment on the Commissioning Process Progress progress Reports reports and Issues Log reports.(9) Review and accept record documents as required by the Contract Documents.(10) Review and comment on the final Commissioning Record.(11) Recommend final acceptance of the systems to the Owner.

This proposal provides additional responsibilities for the RDP during the course of the commissioningprocess. Editorial changes are provided for consistency with other sections of this chapter.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-74 Log #122


Revise text to read as follows:The Registered Design Professional responsibilities shall include the

following:Revised wording indicates the text that follows are some responsibilities however may include

additional responsibilities beyond those listed.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-75 Log #132


Revise text to read as follows:Recommend final acceptance of the systems to the owner.

Review and comment on the final Commissioning Report.This standard does not contemplate “final acceptance”. Commissioning, as defined in this standard,

would not have a “final report”.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


Language better reflects the intent of the Committee.See Committee Action on CommitteeProposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.9(11) and 5.2.2.10(10).




Revise text to read as follows:The construction/general contractor shall be responsible for the

following:(1) Include Commissioning Process requirements and activities in all contracts.(2) Obtain cooperation and participation of all subcontractors and manufacturers.(3) Attend required Commissioning Team meetings.(4) Include Commissioning Process milestones in the project schedule.(5) Notify the FCxA when systems are ready for testing.(6) Certify that all work has been completed and the facility is operational in accordance with the Contract Documents.(7) Remedy deficiencies identified by the Commissioning Team during installation verification or testing.(8) Review and comment on the final Commissioning Record.


Words changed for consistency with other actions of subject headings. See Committee Actionon Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.10.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-77 Log #87


Revise text as follows:The Construction Manager/General Contractor shall be

responsible for the following:(1) Include Commissioning Process requirements and activities in all contracts.(2) Obtain cooperation and participation of all subcontractors and manufacturers.(3) Attend required Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team meetings.(4) Include Commissioning Process milestones in the project schedule.(5) Notify the FCxA when systems are ready for testing.(6) Certify that all work has been completed and the facility is operational in accordance with the Contract Documents.(7) Remedy deficiencies identified by the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team during installation

verification or testing.(8) Review and comment on the final Commissioning Record.


See Committee Action on 3-76 (Log #6) and add title extensions as shown in proposal. SeeCommittee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.10.




Revise text to read as follows:The owner's technical support personnel shall be responsible for the

following:(1) Review and comment on the OPR.(2) Provide technical assistance to the Commissioning Team, RDP and Installation Contractor.(3) Review any changes to the OPR.(4) Review the construction documents.(5) Review the Commissioning Team’s Commissioning Process Progress Reports.(6) Review the Commissioning Team’s progress reports.(7) Review the Commissioning Team’s Commissioning Record.(8) Review the Systems Manual.


See Committee Action on 3-79 (Log #88). See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129(Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.12.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-79 Log #88


Revise text as follows:The Owner's Technical Support Personnel shall be responsible for the

following:(1) Review and comment on the OPR.(2) Provide technical assistance to the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team, RDP and Installation

Contractor.(3) Review any changes to the OPR.(4) Review the construction documents.(5) Review the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team's Commissioning Process Progress progress

Reports reports.(6) Review the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team's progress reports.(7) Review the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team's Commissioning Record.(8) Review the Systems Manual(s).






Revise text to read as follows:The facility manager or operations personnel shall be responsible

for the following:(1) Attend systems training sessions.(2) Review and comment on the OPR.(3) Review and comment on the Systems Manuals.(4) Organize, coordinate and implement system inspection, testing and maintenance as required by the Systems

Manuals.Adds mandatory language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-81 Log #104


Revise text as follows:The Facility Manager or Operations Personnel shall be

responsible for the following:(1) Attend systems training sessions.(2) Review and comment on the OPR.(3) Review and comment on the Systems Manual(s).(4) Organize, coordinate and implement system inspection, testing and maintenance as required by the Systems

Manual(s).Editorial changes are provided for consistency with other sections of this chapter.





Add new Section 4.2.2.9 as follows:The Insurance Representative(s) shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Provide fire protection and life safety recommendations to RDP for inclusion in the Basis of Design and otherconstruction documents.

(2) Review the construction documents during the Pre-Design and Design Phases to evaluate alignment withinsurance risk management recommendations.

(3) Participate in Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team meetings, as necessary, to ensure scope ofproject, responsibilities and project timeline (including Commissioning) is established/agreed to.

(4) Visit project site during installation phase to review physical/actual installation is consistent with reviewed/acceptedconstruction documents.

(5) Review and approve proposed inspection, testing, performance criteria and documentation required for acceptance.(6) Witness installation verification and system testing in conjunction with the Fire Protection and Life Safety

Commissioning Team, as necessary.(7) Ensure any issues detected during commissioning are resolved in timely and appropriate manner.(8)* Ensure adequate training and documentation is provided for onsite personnel,(9) Review final commissioning documentation.

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Add new Section 10.2.6 as follows:Insurance representative(s) under contract on behalf of the Owner shall be

knowledgeable and experienced in property loss prevention and life safety to mitigate possible risk.The insurance representative is noted as part of the FPLS commissioning team but is not provided

with responsibilities or qualifications. The proposed revision provides both the responsibilities and qualifications of theinsurance representative.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-83 Log #9


Revise text to read as follows:The AHJ shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Participate in Commissioning Team meetings as necessary.(2) Provide all inspection, testing and performance criteria required for acceptance and issuance of Certificate of

Occupancy to be included in the Commissioning Plan.(3) Witness installation verification and system testing in conjunction with the Commissioning Team, as necessary.(4) Identify appropriate AHJ personnel to attend training. (Personnel associated with the AHJ)


See Committee Action on 3-84 (Log #103).See Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-129(Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.15.




Revise text as follows:The AHJ shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Participate inAttend Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team meetings as necessary.(2) Provide all inspection, testing and performance criteria required for acceptance and issuance of Certificate of

Occupancy to be included in the Commissioning Plan.(3) Witness installation verification and system testing in conjunction with the Commissioning Team, as necessary.(4) Identify appropriate AHJ personnel to attend training. (Personnel associated with the AHJ)

This proposal clarifies that the AHJ is to attend the FPLS Commissioning Team meetings but is notrequired to participate. Editorial changes are provided for consistency with other sections of this chapter.

Changed wording for consistency with other actions. See Committee Action on CommitteeProposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.15.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-85 Log #178


Delete 4.2.2(2) and (10), Commissioning Authority & Insurance RepresentativeThe Commissioning Authority and Insurance Representative are listed as two of the 11 entities on the

FP & LS Commissioning Team, but neither have been given any subsequent responsibilities under 4.2.2.x. Eitherdelete these two entities from this list, or develop a list of responsibilities for both.

These entities should be included in this list, where they are included in the project. Theresponsibilities of these agents are necessary for the completion of the commissioning process.




Add a new Section 4.2.3.3 (13) to read as follows:Establishment of a periodic integrated testing frequency.

Modify Section 9.2.3 to read as follows:Fire protection and life safety systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with the

Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 of this standardshall have periodic integrated testing performed at intervals according to the commissioning plan. or at intervals not toexceed five years.

Section 9.2.3 recognizes a performance based option for periodic integrated testing. Such a testing programshould be based upon the requirements of Chapters 1 through 8 of this standard. The considerations for the requiredperiodic testing program should be based on the life safety implications of the building such as a highrise or large areabuilding, the complexity of the interconnected systems and the property protection implications based on the hazardscontained in the building such as flammable liquid storage etc. Case studies of similar occupancies and componentfailre rates should also be considered when determining the periodic integrated testing frequency. The number ofdesign and construction modifications following initial commissioning should also be a factor in the determination ofperiodic integrated testing. Other factors that should be considered include the environment in which the system andequipment is expected to operate. Harsh environments such as corrosive atmospheres or areas subject to widetemperature variations, should require more aggressive testing programs.

A performance based option for periodic integrated testing shall be in accordance with the OPR and therequirements of Chapter 1-8 of this standard.

Prescriptive requirements shall be permitted to be used as part of the performance approach, if they, inconjunction with the performance features of the OPR, meet the overall goals and objectives of this standard.

Integrated systems in structures that have not been commissioned in accordance with the CommissioningProcess of Chapter 4 of this standard shall have Integrated

Testing performed as follows:(1) Where new component fire protection and life safety systems are installed and interconnected to existing fire

protection and life safety systems.(2) Where existing fire protection and life safety systems are modified to become component, interconnected systems.(3) Where the interconnections or sequence of operations of existing integrated fire protection and life safety systems

are modified.(4) At intervals as required by the OPR. not to exceed five years.Delete Section 9.6 as shown:

With approval from the AHJ, the frequency of integrated testing shall be permitted to be extended.Periodic integrated testing should be based on the life safety and property protection needs of the

building, the complexity of the individual systems, the complexity of the integrated systems, and the anticipatedperformance climate in which the systems are expected to perform. Periodic integrated testing should not be based ona prescriptive requirement i.e.: one size does not fit all - there is no technical substantiation for a prescriptiverequirement of five years as currently indicated in the NFPA 3 Draft. The periodic integrated testing frequency must bedetermined in the initial phase of the project when the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) are being developed andmust be developed through input from the entire commissioning team.

Committee created a revised Chapter 9 to handle integrated testing frequency. See CommitteeAction on Committee Proposal 3-163 (Log #CP28) Chapter 9.




Revise text to read as follows:The OPR shall be continuously updated as required by the Commissioning Team throughout the predesign,

design, construction and occupancy phases of the building life cycle.Removes unenforceable text in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-88 Log #133


Revise text to read as follows:The OPR shall be continuously updated as required by the Commissioning Team throughout the pre-design,

design, construction and occupancy phases of the building life cycle.Removes unenforceable text in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-89 Log #12


Revise text to read as follows:The Commissioning Plan shall be continuously updated as required by the Commissioning Team throughout

the pre-design, design, construction and occupancy phases of the building life cycle.Removes unenforceable text in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-90 Log #13


Revise text to read as follows:The completed Commissioning Plan, including all Annexes, shall form the Commissioning Record and shall be

turned over at the end of the construction phase.Adds enforceable text in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.





Revise text to read as follows:The completed Commissioning Plan, including all Annexes, shall form the Commissioning Record turned over

at the end of the construction phase.Add a new section as follows:

A current copy of the Commissioning Record shall be presented to the owner at the end of the ConstructionPhase.

4.2.4.5 defines the Commissioning record and should not discuss turnover.A new 4.2.4.6 would require presenting the owner a current copy of the Commissioning Record.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.4.4 and 5.2.4.5.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-92 Log #14


Revise text to read as follows:The commissioning plan shall require compliance with NFPA 241

during construction.The requirements in NFPA 241 for management of frequent impairments, partial occupancy,

inspection of valves, protective coverings during renovations and other protection requirements during constructionshould be included in the commissioning plan.

Not responsibility of the commissioning team, to include construction safety features.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-93 Log #15


Revise text to read as follows:The FCxA shall identify any improvements that can are required to be made from the standpoint of operations

and maintenance.Editorial.





Revise text to read as follows:The FCxA shall identify any changes and improvements that are required. be made from the standpoint of

operations and maintenance.Makes the language enforceable and eliminates “standpoint”.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-95 Log #16


Revise text to read as follows:During the Design Phase the commissioning team shall develops the BOD, and reviews and

approves the documents including sequence of operation matrix, drawings and calculations for the project includingthose used for design and fabrication.


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3 and 5.3.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-96 Log #136


Move parenthetical statement to annex.Revise text to read as follows:4.3.1(8)* Create required project testing requirements. (include check lists requiring when AHJ’s and Cx Team

members are to be present during acceptance testing).A.4.3.1(8) Include check lists requiring when AHJ’s and Cx Team members are to be present during acceptance

testing.Moves language that the Committee intended to be placed in the annex to the appropriate location.


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.1 andA.5.3.1(12).




Revise text to read as follows:Revise title 4.3.2 to read as follows: “ .Also, throughout the standard, use BOD to replace the term “basis of design”.

The initials BOD are used at various locations in the text without their source being clearly identified.The above revision would be of assistance. Another proposal would provide for the basic definition in Chapter 3.

The proposal to use BOD would save some space, however, it would provide consistency for the user.

NFPA Manual of Style already requires this. See Committee Action on 3-42 (Log #99).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-98 Log #138


Revise text to read as follows:The Commissioning Team shall create the basis of design shall be the documentation describing the initial

design decision making process and description of systems.This section should charge the team with creating the basis of Design. This language describes the

committee’s intent.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


Commissioning team does not create the BOD, the basis of design is prepared by the ownerand the owner's representatives such as the RDP.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-99 Log #139


Revise text to read as follows:The report basis of design shall include but not be limited to as a minimum:

(1) a description of the building or structure,(2) a description of fire protection or life safety systems and components,(3) performance assumptions objectives and criteria,(4) referenced codes and standards,(5) testing and start-up requirements and,(6) inspection, testing and maintenance requirements.

The basis of design shall be prepared for all systems installed in new and existing buildings or structuresThe basis of design shall be prepared for all modifications or additions to existing systems.The basis of design shall be prepared for systems that are required by code or installed voluntarily.

Codes should dictate which systems are commissioned. This standard intends to show how tocommission. This language should explain the Committee’s intent.


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.2.1.3.




Revise text to read as follows:The purpose of the basis of design is shall be to assist the commissioning authority and the authority having

jurisdiction in the plan review, inspection and final acceptance process.Adds mandatory language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.

This is not a requirement and not appropriate for it to be in the body of the standard. SeeCommittee Action on 3-26 (Log #125) and 3-101 (Log #140).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-101 Log #140


Delete 4.3.2.1.7.This is not a requirement and not appropriate for it to be in the body of the standard.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-102 Log #162


New text to read as follows:. This section shall identify the codes and standards that apply

to the design, plan review, installation, testing, acceptance, inspection, and maintenance of the proposed fire protectionand life safety systems. All codes and standards shall be referenced as they apply. Including, but not limited to, thefollowing:

(1) NFPA Standards including edition used for the design of each fire protection / life safety system(2) Applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations (OSHA, ADA, etc)(3) Specialized codes and standards (HVAC, plumbing etc.)

(4) Green building design considerations that affect fire and life safety systems(LEED accreditation presumptions)As more buildings are going with Green building design, more of these designs will affect fire and life

safety systems.

Removed reference to proprietary name, but accepted the concept of sustainable designs.SeeCommittee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.2.2 and 5.3.2.2.1.




Delete section 4.3.2.3, 4.3.2.3.1, and 4.3.2.3.2

A Registered Design Professional (RDP) shall oversee completion of the plans, calculations andspecifications for the system(s).

The RDP shall review the installing contractor’s working plans and final calculations.The responsibilities of the RDP are outlined in 4.2.2.6. This section outlines the requirements for the

BOD.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-104 Log #175


Add a new subparagraph (10) to 4.3.2.4 as follows*(10) Whether the building is completely sprinkler protected

Though I recognize this is a fire protection system and not a building description, knowing whether abuilding is sprinklered is critical as a number of fire protection and life safety features may be dependent upon this fact.

Wording changed to include life safety systems and other fire protection systems. Also meetsthe intent of the building description as used within our standard.See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129(Log #CP24) Section 5.3.2.3(10).




Revise text to read as follows:The basis of design shall

describe the performance objectives of each fire protection and life safety system shall be described in detail includingbut not limited to:This section shall also describe (1) wWhether each system is required by code or installed voluntarily.and

(2) wWhether it is a complete or partial installation.(3) Whether it is an addition or modification to an existing system.

The basis of design shall describe Tthe decisions made and the criteria established to achieve theperformance objectives for each fire protection and life safety system shall be described. This shall includinge, but notbe limited to:, the following issues:

(1) Building occupant notification and evacuation procedures.(2) Emergency response personnel response.(3) sSite and systems features.(34) Safeguards during construction, including fire prevention and emergency procedures. during construction and(5) iImpairment plans associated withwhen modifying existing systems modifications.(46) Methods of for inspection, testing and maintenance of commissioned systems.

Reorganized section for clarity. Broke out lists to enumerate the requirements more clearly. Splitmultiple items in one list item into two items for clarity.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.2.4, 5.3.2.4.1and 5.3.2.4.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-106 Log #143



This section in the basis of design shall describe the performance objectives of each fire protection and lifesafety system shall be described in detail including but not limited to: This section shall also describe

(1) wWhether each system is required by code or installed voluntarily.and(2) wWhether it is a complete or partial installation.(3) Whether it is an addition or modification to an existing system.

The basis of design shall describe Tthe decisions made and the criteria established to achieve theperformance objectives for each fire protection and life safety system shall be described. This shall includinge, but notbe limited to:, the following issues:

(1) Building occupant notification and evacuation procedures.(2) Emergency response personnel response.(3) sSite and systems features.(34) Safeguards during construction, including fire prevention and emergency procedures. during construction and(5) iImpairment plans associated withwhen modifying existing systems modifications.(46) Methods of for inspection, testing and maintenance of commissioned systems.

This follows the standard to explain each section of the narrative in the Basis of Design. All sections ofthe Basis of design should begin with and follow this standard.


See Committee Action on 3-105 (Log #76).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.2.4, 5.3.2.4.1 and 5.3.2.4.2.




Revise text to read as follows:4.3.2.5.2 (4) Method of inspection, testing and, maintenance of commissioned systems.

Under the process this Committee has defined, systems are never completely “commissioned”.Rather, commissioning is not an event but an ongoing process throughout the life of the systems.


Changed wording for consistency with other sections. See Committee Action on CommitteeProposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.2.4.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-108 Log #163


New text to read as follows:

The fire commissioning agent shall be identified and shall be responsible for organizing and coordinating allacceptance testing and documentation including coordination and accuracy of sequence of operation (matrix).

Acceptance Testing Criteria shall be established and documented.The methods for pre-functional and integrated systems testing shall be documented.

ADD:4.3.2.7.4 The fire commissioning agent shall be responsible for accepting and verifying a program for periodic testing is

documented and transferred to the building owner at the completion of the project.This section is confusing. No need to add wording he/she needs to be identified. This is covered in

team duties and should not be part of testing. The first section indicates the FxA establishes acceptance testing. I alsoadded information to cover Periodic Testing.

See Committee Action on 3-102 (Log #174) and 3-163 (Log #CP28). Addressing testingfrequencies in chapter 4 is not appropriate as integrated testing frequency is addressed in Chapter 9.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-109 Log #174


Revise 4.3.2.7.1 as follows:The fire commissioning agent shall be identified and shall be responsible for all items listed in paragraph

4.2.2.3 organizing and coordinating all acceptance testing and documentation including coordination and accuracy ofsequence of operation (matrix).

To keep responsibilities in consistent and located in one section.

This replaces language in 3-108 (Log #163), and keeps responsibilities of Fire Commissioningagent in 5.2.2.4.See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.2.4, 5.3.2.6 and5.3.2.6.1.




Revise text to read as follows:The documents and tools necessary to conduct acceptance testing shall be

documented.The fire commissioning agent in coordination with manufacturers representatives shall document manuals, references,

performance sequences, tools, that will be required for Periodic Testing.Documenting documents needed clarification. I do not feel we need the list for acceptance testing as,

by default, the installers will provide this. What is critical is we list tools needed for future periodic testing such as playpipes, manifolds, alarm system codes, hoses and buckets when drains are not properly plumbed, etc. This is also criticalif a certain sequence is required such as with HVAC-alarm testing.

Replaces list under the annex so that equipment is not overlooked since the list may not beexhaustive, and revised language to discuss only the tools and equipment necessary for testing. Replaces the list with aprocess. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.2.7 and A.5.3.2.7.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-111 Log #144


Revise text to read as follows:Operation and Maintenance manuals (O&M's) shall be required and shall contain, but not be limited to the

following information:(1) Project name and address,(2) Discipline (i.e.: "Fire Protection"),(3) CSI MasterFormat® specification section number,(4) Volume number

Remove the registered trademark CSI MasterFormat specification requirement. An installation canhave a specification without it being required to be a CSI MasterFormat. If this is desired, possibly include examples ofpossible specification.






Revise text to read as follows:During the construction phase the systems are delivered, installed and tested in accordance

with the OPR and construction documents CDs. CDs in this are intended to include the shop drawings and coordinationdrawings.

ADD:Definition- Construction Documents: Documents utilized in the construction phase for installation and review and,

include device cut sheets, calculations, system drawings, shop drawings, and coordination drawings.Need to spell out CD and correct wording to be enforceable. We also need to define “drawings” due to

past debates on terms.

Adds a definition for coordination drawing, and changed the wording of the proposal to enhanceenforcement. Construction drawings are already defined within the standard. See Committee Action on CommitteeProposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.4 and 3.3.6.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-113 Log #173


Revise 4.4.1 as follows*

The fire protection and life safety commissioning team (FCT) shall:To be consistent with terminology in section 4.2.2..

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.4.1 and 5.4.1.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-114 Log #146


Revise text to read as follows:(2) verify that submittals, including but not limited to, working plans and product data sheets are in conformance with

the BOD., and have been reviewed by the RDP.The commissioning team needs to ensure that the RDP has reviewed plans and data sheets as the

project moves into the Construction Phase.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.4.1.1(2).




Revise text to read as follows:Preconstruction Conference shall be held to ensure CT the Commissioning Team (CxT) and those

performing the work all understand the schedule, procedures and process.As suggested in an another proposal, the acronyms used in this standard should have an explanation

of its origins.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


Changed for consistency with other actions. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.4.2.1.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-116 Log #159



A Preconstruction Conference shall be held to ensure the CT construction team and contractors for thoseperforming the work all understand the site safety programs, schedules, procedures, and commissioning requirements.process.

ADD:4.4.2.1.1.1 At least one manager from each trade associated with commissioning activities shall be present at the

preconstruction conference.4.4.2.1.1.2 At the conclusion of the preconstruction conference attendees shall sign an attendance roster indicating an

understanding of site safety programs and expected commissioning requirements as presented in the official meetingminutes.

As worded, how is understanding insured and documented. Also, general site safety andcommissioning requirements should be reviewed and documented in meeting.

See Committee Action on 3-115 (Log #147) and it is not the responsibility of the document toclarify and understand site safety programs.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-117 Log #18


Revise text to read as follows:A Ppreconstruction Cconference shall be held to ensure CT and that those performing the work all

understand the schedule, procedures and process.Editorial. CT is undefined.

See Committee Statement on 3-115 (Log #147), the committee wanted to include theCommissioning Team. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.4.2.1.1.




Revise text to read as follows:Training shall be permitted to take place, if applicable, in the Construction Phase (See 4.4).

This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, GeorgeChurch, John

The parenthetical phrase should have been deleted in the development of this section. This documentoften appears to create lines between phases that may not exist. The beginning of one phase and the end of anotheroften overlap and can do so for quite some time. Even though we assign certain tasks to a phase, this should not meanwe are only allowed to begin the task after one phase is absolutely complete.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-119 Log #19


Revise text to read as follows:Closeout documents shall include but shall not be limited to the following:

(1) Compile list of all deficiencies and resolutions. Verify resolution achieved.(2) Operations and Maintenance Manuals(3) Compile all test results and certificate(4) As Built Drawings(5) Warranty and extended warranties(6) Spare Parts List and supplier listings(7) Re-commissioning Plan(8) Sequence of operation (matrix).






Revise 4.5.2(1) as follows*The minimum requirements for occupancy phase shall include but not be limited to:

(1) Acceptance testing and inspection completion and documentation in accordance with applicable codes andstandards and the design specifications for the project. The building is safe for occupancy.

Acceptance testing is already covered under 4.4.3, the Construction Phase and should not berepeated in the Occupancy Phase. The new text, albeit vague and probably in need of fine tuning, at least delineatesthe need for the building to be ready in some form or fashion for occupancy, which should be the basic premise forsection 4.5. Note: substitute text proposed for 4.5.2(1) could also go under 4.5.1, as the existing verbiage, “Occupancyphase shall be the final stage of the commissioning process for the fire protection or life safety systems,” offers no valueto the standard and might as well be deleted anyway.

See Committee Action on 3-121 (Log #149). Completion of an acceptance test is assumed asintegral part of building occupancy.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-121 Log #149


Revise text to read as follows:The minimum requirements for occupancy phase shall include but not be limited to:

(1) Acceptance testing and inspections shall be completed and documented completion and documentation inaccordance with applicable codes and standards and the design specifications for the project.

(2) Conduct testing for modifications made during the construction phase commissioning.(3) Delivery of system manual, operation and maintenance manuals, and vendor emergency contact list.(4) Training on the use and operation of the fire protection and life safety systems.(5) Delivery of the R record set drawings and documents.(6) Delivery of the T test and inspection records for the fire protection and life safety systems.(7) Delivery of a A digital copy of site specific software for fire protection and life safety systems that is current with the

installed system.(8)* Delivery of W warranties for the systems and equipment.(9) Performance of R recommended preventative maintenance program for fire protection and life safety systems.(10) Delivery of a A list of required inspections, tests and maintenance for fire protection and life safety systems.

This proposal is intended to format the grammar in this section and ensure the section is inaccordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.5, 5.5.1 and 5.5.2.




Revise text to read as follows:4.5.3 Administrative Controls. The owner shall be responsible for the continued performance of commissioned fire

protection and life safety systems.Under the process this Committee has defined, systems are never completely “commissioned”.

Rather, commissioning is not an event but an ongoing process throughout the life of the systems.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-123 Log #151


Revise text to read as follows:Testing shall be repeated if changes are made to commissioned fire protection or life safety systems that have

previously undergone Functional Performance Testing.This is a requirement to repeat testing that has been performed. Also, under the process this

Committee has defined, systems are never completely “commissioned”. Rather, commissioning is not an event but anongoing process throughout the life of the systems.


Changed wording is easier to understand. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.5.3.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-124 Log #160


Revise text to read as follows:Acceptance Testing shall be repeated if changes are made to commissioned fire protection or life safety

systems which could alter its design, function, or performance.I do not think we need to retest a system if small changes are made- wording was unclear.

Acceptance testing would require a complete test, and is not the intent of the Committee. Thishas also been covered under 3-123 (Log #151).




Revise text to read as follows:4.5.3.4 Inspection, testing, and maintenance shall be done performed as specified in the installation standard,

manufacturer’s instructions, section 9.2 for integrated systems, or as defined in the BOD and shall be in accordancewith the Commissioning Plan.

Because the Commissioning Plan will change through the Commissioning process, this requirementshould mandate the use of the living requirements of the Cx Plan. We believe this clarifies the Committee’s intent.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-126 Log #20


Revise text to read as follows:.

The training shall consider include but shall not be limited to the following:(1) The systems, component systems and devices for which training will be required.(2) The capabilities and knowledge of the occupants and maintenance personnel.(3) The number and type of training sessions.(4) The location and organization of operation and maintenance manuals.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-127 Log #161


Revise text to read as follows:Training sessions shall use attendee sign-in sheets and confirm through an outline of training information that

was covered in the training session.It is important to document what was covered in the class. A sign in sheet means nothing if it can not

be confirmed exactly what was taught.

This would meet the Committee's intent that the need to what type of training is required andwho attended. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.5.4.3.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________Charles M. Kilfoil, Bechtel National

Revise text to read as follows:This Chapter applies to the functions of integrated systems provided for fire protection or life safety in the

design phase, construction phase and occupancy phase of the commissioning process of Chapter 4.

The performance objectives of system interactions shall conform to the requirements of Sections 4.9.1.8.5through 4.9.1.8.8 to assure the various systems perform together as designed.

The minimum requirements for design consideration shall include but not be limited to:(8) The procedures for periodic integrated testing.(9)* The required frequency for periodic integrated testing.

Construction shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire protection orlife safety systems.

Construction shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire protection or lifesafety systems in accordance with the Commissioning plan.

The minimum requirements for occupancy consideration shall include but not be limited to:(1) Confirmation that Ssystem and interconnection acceptance testing and inspection are completed and documented

in accordance with applicable codes and standards and the design specifications for the project.(2) Any modifications made after the commissioning of the system or interconnections must be approved by the design

professional and owner and retested as determined by the commissioning agent.(3) Interconnections documented in operation and owner manuals required by Section 4.10(4) Training as required in Section 4.3.4,4.4.4 and 4.5.4 on the use and operation of the systems and interconnections.(5) The vendor emergency contact list.(6) The as-built documents for the systems and interconnections.(7) A copy of test and inspection records of the systems and interconnections.(8) A copy of site specific software of the systems and interconnections that is current with the installed system.(9) A copy of warranties for the systems and interconnections.(10) A copy of a recommended preventative maintenance program for the systems and interconnections.(11) A list of required periodic inspections and tests for the systems and inspections.

Testing shall be repeated if changes are made to systems.Remove, contained in 5.4.2.

Integrated testing shall be repeated as required in Chapter 9.Editorial comments.

Changes reflect committee's intent and provide consistency throughout the document. SeeCommittee Action on Committee Proposal 3-142 (Log #CP25) Section 6.1 and 6.4.1.




Move Chapter 4 to new Chapter 5 and revise to read as follow:

***** include NFPA 3 Chapter 5.doc*********

The pre-ROP Chapter 4 on Commissioning has been moved to Chapter 5. The pre-design phase wasrenamed as the planning phase to correlate with the actual activities that take place. The integrated testing agent isadded to the commissioning team due to the role they may play if integrated testing takes place. Their responsibilitiesare identified in Chapter 7. Insurance representative agent responsibilities have been added because they are part ofthe commissioning team; however, no recommendations for their responsibilities had been included in the previousdraft.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-130 Log #21


Revise text to read as follows:This Chapter shall appliesy to the functions of integrated systems provided for fire protection or life safety

in the design phase, construction phase and occupancy phase of the commissioning process of Chapter 4.Adds mandatory language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-142 (Log #CP25) Section 6.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-131 Log #177


Revise 4.2.2.2.2 as follows:

4.2.2.2.2* The owner shall be permitted to delegate the responsibility for commissioning to a designatedrepresentative. the occupant, management firm or managing individual through specific provisions in a lease, writtenuse agreement or management contract.A.4.2.2.2.2 Examples of a designated representative include the occupant, management firm or managing individual.Delegation may be through specific provisions in a lease, written use agreement or management contract.

Lists/examples such as those identifying designated representatives or specifying written delegationauthorities should not appear in the standard as they invariably are not all inclusive. Hence, they have been relocated tothe annex.


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NFPA 3 Log CP24 Rec A2011 ROP

Chapter 5 Commissioning

5.1 General.

5.1.1* This chapter provides the recommendations for commissioning fire protection and life

safety systems.

5.1.2* Commissioning of fire protection and life safety systems should include, but not be

limited to, the planning phase, design phase, construction phase, and occupancy phase. [See

Figure A.5.1.2(a), Figure A.5.1.2(b), and Figure A.5.1.2(c).]

5.2 Planning Phase.

5.2.1 Activities. 5.2.1.1* The fire protection and life safety commissioning team should be established during the

planning phase.

5.2.1.2* During the planning phase of the project, the fire protection and life safety

commissioning team should do the following:

(1) Develop the OPR in accordance with Section 5.2.

(2) Select the FCxA.

(3) Identify the commissioning scope.

(4) Develop the preliminary commissioning plan in accordance with Section 5.2.

(5) Review the planning documents in accordance with Section 5.2.

(6)* Develop regulatory code analysis.

(7) Initiate the commissioning plan.

5.2.2 Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team. The fire protection and life

safety commissioning team should be identified and documented.

5.2.2.1 The exact size and members of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team can

vary depending on project type, size and complexity, and could include the following members:

(1) Owner

(2) Commissioning authority

(3) FCxA

(4) Installation contractor(s)

(5) Manufacturer’s representatives

(6) RDP(s)

(7) Construction manager/general contractor

(8) Owner’s technical support personnel

(9) Facility manager or operations personnel

(10) Insurance representative

(11) Third party test entity

(12)* AHJ

(13)* Integrated Testing agent (ITa)

5.2.2.2* Entities listed in 5.2.2 not included as part of the project should not be required to be

part of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team.

5.2.2.3 The fire protection and life safety commissioning team members should meet the

requirements of Chapter 4.

5.2.2.4 Owner.

5.2.2.4.1 The owner should be responsible for the commissioning of all fire and life safety

systems.

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Figure 4.1.3(a) The Commissioning Process

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Figure 4.1.3(b) The Commissioning Process

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5.2.2.4.2* The owner should be permitted to delegate the responsibility for commissioning to a

designated representative.

5.2.2.4.3 The owner responsibilities should include the following:

(1) Contracting and delegating the commissioning process

(2) Assisting in the development of and approval of the OPR

(3) Assigning operations and maintenance personnel to participate in the commissioning

process

(4) Reviewing and approving any changes to the OPR

(5) Reviewing and approving the construction documents

(6) Reviewing and approving commissioning process progress reports

(7) Reviewing and approving the fire protection and life safety commissioning team progress

reports

(8) Review and approving the final commissioning report

5.2.2.5 Commissioning Authority (CxA).

5.2.2.5.1 * The CxA should be responsible for coordinating between the FCxA and the

remainder of the total building commissioning team, when applicable.

5.2.2.6 Fire Commissioning Agent (FCxA). The FCxA responsibilities should include the

following:

(1) Organize and lead the fire protection and life safety commissioning team.

(2) Coordinate and attend fire protection and life safety commissioning team meetings.

(3) Facilitate the development of and document the OPR.

(4) Verify that commissioning process activities are clearly stated in all scopes of work.

(5) Identify and integrate the commissioning process activities into the project schedule.

(6) Prepare the commissioning plan.

(7) Prepare the commissioning process activities to be included in the project specifications.

(8) Execute the commissioning process.

(9) Review the plans and specifications during the planning and design phases.

(10) Attend pre-bid meeting to detail the commissioning contractor requirements.

(11) Review and approve the O&Ms to compile the systems manual.

(12) Track and document issues and deviations to the OPR and log resolutions in the issues

log.

(13) Write and review commissioning process progress reports.

(14) Organize and coordinate system testing.

(15) Witness system testing.

(16) Review installation and record documents.

(17) Recommend acceptance of the systems to the owner.

(18) Track development, accuracy, and compliance with sequence of operation.

(19) Compile and submit the final fire protection and life safety commissioning team report to

the owner.

(20) Compile and submit to owner all fire protection and life safety systems commissioning

documents required by the AHJ.

5.2.2.7 Installation Contractor. The installation contractor responsibilities should include the

following:

(1) Include all commissioning process requirements and activities in the scope of services.

(2) Attend required fire protection and life safety commissioning team meetings.

(3) Include or comply with commissioning process milestones in the project schedule.

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(4) Implement the training program as required by the contract documents.

(5) Provide submittals to the RDP, owner, and fire protection and life safety commissioning

team.

(6) Develop individual system test plan, including acceptance and integrated testing.

(7) Notify the general contractor, third-party test entity, and FCxA when systems are ready

for testing.

(8) Demonstrate the performance of the systems, including integration.

(9) Complete the construction checklists as the work is accomplished.

(10) Continuously maintain the record drawings as required by the construction documents.

5.2.2.8 Manufacturer’s Representatives. The manufacturer’s representative responsibilities

should include the following:

(1) Provide technical support to the installation contractor.

(2) Provide all information required for the operation and maintenance of the system.

(3) Provide the requirements to maintain the warranty as part of the initial submittal.

(4) Assist the installation contractor in the development of the individual systems test plans.

(5) Assist the installation contractor and fire protection and life safety commissioning team

with installation verification and testing.

(6) Assist in development and implementation of system training.

5.2.2.9 RDP. The RDP responsibilities should include the following:

(1) Participate and assist in the development of the OPR.

(2) Create and document the basis of design.

(3) Prepare contract documents.

(4) Respond to the fire protection and life safety commissioning team’s design submission

review comments.

(5) Specify operation and maintenance of systems in the project specifications.

(6) Review and incorporate the fire protection and life safety commissioning team’s

comments, as appropriate.

(7) Review test procedures submitted by the installation contractor.

(8) Review and comment on the commissioning record.

(9) Review and accept record documents as required by the contract documents.

(10) Review and comment on the final commissioning record.

(11) Recommend final acceptance of the systems to the owner.

5.2.2.10 Construction Manager/General Contractor. The construction manager’s/general

contractor’s responsibilities should include the following:

(1) Include commissioning process requirements and activities in all contracts.

(2) Obtain cooperation and participation of all subcontractors and manufacturers’

represetatives.


(4) Include commissioning process milestones in the project schedule.

(5) Notify the FCxA when systems are ready for testing.

(6) Certify that all work has been completed and the facility is operational in accordance with

the contract documents.

(7) Remedy deficiencies identified by the fire protection and life safety commissioning team

during installation verification or testing.

(8) Review and comment on the final commissioning record.

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5.2.2.11* Insurance Representative. The Insurance Representative(s) responsibilities should

include the following services, as contracted with the owner:

(1) Provide fire protection recommendations to RDP for inclusion in the Basis of Design and

other construction documents.

(2) Review the construction documents during the Planning and Design Phases to evaluate

alignment with insurance risk management recommendations.

(3) Participate in CxT meetings, as necessary, to ensure scope of project, responsibilities and

project timeline (including Commissioning) is established/agreed to.

(4) Visit project site during installation phase to review physical/actual installation is

consistent with reviewed/accepted construction documents, as necessary.

(5) Review and approve proposed inspection, testing, performance criteria and

documentation recommended for acceptance of commissioning.

(6) Witness installation verification and system testing in conjunction with the CxT, as

necessary.

(7) Verify any issues detected during commissioning are resolved in timely and appropriate

manner.

(8)* Verify adequate training and documentation is provided for onsite personnel,

(9) Review final commissioning documentation.

5.2.2.12 Owner’s Technical Support Personnel. The owner’s technical support personnel’s

responsibilities should include the following:

(1) Review and comment on the OPR.

(2) Provide technical assistance to the fire protection and life safety commissioning team,

RDP, and installation contractor.

(3) Review any changes to the OPR.

(4) Review the construction documents.

(5) Review the fire protection and life safety commissioning team’s commissioning process

progress reports.

(6) Review the fire protection and life safety commissioning team’s progress reports.

(7) Review the fire protection and life safety commissioning team’s commissioning record.

(8) Review the systems manual.

5.2.2.13 Third-Party Test Entity: The third-party test entity's responsibilities should include

the following:

(1) Include all commissioning process requirements and activities in the scope of services.


(3) Include commissioning process milestones in the project schedule.

(4) Develop individual system test plan, including acceptance and integrated testing.

(5) Demonstrate the performance of the systems, including integration.

(6) Complete the construction checklists as the work is accomplished.

(7) Develop and submit final testing documentation.

5.2.2.14 Facility Manager or Operations Personnel. The facility manager or operations

personnel’s responsibilities should include the following:

(1) Attend systems training sessions.

(2) Review and comment on the OPR.

(3) Review and comment on the systems manuals.

(4) Organize, coordinate, and implement system inspection, testing, and maintenance as

required by the systems manuals.

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5.2.2.15 AHJ. The AHJ’s responsibilities should include the following:

(1) Participate in fire protection and life safety commissioning team meetings as necessary.

(2) Provide all inspection, testing and performance criteria required for acceptance and

issuance of certificate of occupancy to be included in the commissioning plan.

(3) Witness installation verification and system testing in conjunction with the fire protection

and life safety commissioning team, as necessary.

(4) Identify AHJ personnel to attend training.

5.2.3 Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR).

5.2.3.1 The OPR should form the basis from which all design, construction, acceptance, and

operational decisions are made.

5.2.3.2* The OPR should be developed with input from the owner and all key facility users and

operators.

5.2.3.3* The OPR should be documented at the planning stage of the project.

5.2.3.3.1 Each item of the OPR should have defined performance and acceptance criteria.

5.2.3.3.2 The OPR should include, but is not limited to, the following:

(1) Infrastructure requirements (utilities, roads, site access)

(2) Facility type, size, height

(3) Intended use

(4) Occupancy classification, number of occupant, number and hours of operation

(5) Future expansion requirements

(6) Applicable codes and standards

(7) Specific user requirements

(8) Training requirements

(9) Warranty, operations and maintenance requirements

(10) Integrated system requirements in accordance with Chapter 5

(11) Specific performance criteria

(12) Third-party requirements

5.2.3.4 The OPR should be updated as required by the fire protection and life safety

commissioning team throughout the planning, design, construction, and occupancy phases of the

building life cycle.

5.2.4 Commissioning Plan.

5.2.4.1 The commissioning plan should be continuously updated by the fire protection and life

safety commissioning team throughout the planning, design, construction, and occupancy phases

of the building life cycle.

5.2.4.2* The commissioning plan should contain the following information:

(1) Commissioning scope and overview specific to the project

(2) General project information

(3) Fire protection and life safety commissioning team members, roles, and responsibilities

(4) General communication plan and protocol

(5) Commissioning process tasks and activities through all phases

(6) Commissioning schedule

(7) Commissioning process documentation and deliverables

(8) Testing procedures, including integrated testing

(9) Recommended training

(10) Establishment of a integrated testing frequency, as applicable

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5.2.4.3 The following materials should be added as annex sections of the completed

commissioning plan:

(1) A — Owner’s project requirements

(2) B — Basis of design

(3) C — Commissioning specifications

(4) D — Design review

(5) E — Submittal review

(6) F — Issues log

(7) G — Construction checklists

(8) H — Site visit and commissioning meeting minutes

(9) I — Systems manual review

(10) J — Training

(11) K — Integrated testing procedures

(12)* L — Warranty review

(13) M — Test data reports

(14) N — Sequence of operation

5.2.4.4 The commissioning plan, including all annexes, should form the commissioning record at

the end of the construction phase.

5.2.4.5 A current copy of the commissioning record should be presented to the owner at the end

of the construction phase.

5.2.5 Planning Review.

5.2.5.1 The FCxA should review the planning documentation to compare the design concept with

the interests and needs of the owner as defined in the OPR.

5.2.5.2 The FCxA should identify required changes and improvements affecting operations and

maintenance.

5.2.5.3 It should not be the intent of the planning review to verify compliance with local, state

and federal codes, unless specifically identified in the commissioning scope.

5.2.6 Planning Approval Documentation.

5.2.6.1 The FCxA should submit documentation stating completion and recommending

acceptance of the planning requirements to the owner or other designated individual.

5.2.6.2 The documentation should include, but is not limited to, the following information.

(1) Receipt, review, and approval of planning submittal

(2) Updates to the commissioning plan, as applicable

(3) Any additional comments or requests for information considered by the FCxA to be

appropriate to the commissioning process

(4) Preliminary sequence of operation

5.3* Design Phase. 5.3.1* Design phase activities should include, but not be limited to, the following:

(1) Developing the BOD

(2) Review and approval of the sequence of operation

(3) Review of project drawings and calculations affecting fire protection and life safety

systems

(4) Documentation of the scope for commissioning activities (see annex for scope document

example)

(5) Documentation of the commissioning procedures

(6) Developing a commissioning schedule

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(7) Verifying that the construction documents comply with the requirements of the BOD

(8) Identifying qualified specialists in accordance with Chapter 4 and their responsibilities

(9) Coordinating and documenting fire protection and life safety commissioning team

meetings and progress reports

(10)* Documenting issues and changes

(11) Updating the commissioning plan

(12)* Developing construction checklists

5.3.2 Basis of Design.

5.3.2.1 General 5.3.2.1.1 The basis of design should be the documentation describing the initial design decision

making process and description of systems.

5.3.2.1.2 This document should be in the form of a narrative report and shall be submitted for

review prior to the installation of any system.

5.3.2.1.3 The basis of design should include but not be limited to the following:

(1) A description of the building or structure

(2) A description of fire protection or life safety systems and components

(3) Performance objectives and criteria

(4) Referenced codes and standards

(5) Alternative means and methods incorporated into the original design

(6) Testing and start-up requirements

(7) Inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements

5.3.2.1.4 The BOD should be included with other required submittals to facilitate plan review

and approval by the authority having jurisdiction prior to the issuance of a permit to install the

system.

5.3.2.1.5 The BOD should be updated in accordance with the recommendations for OPR in 5.2.3

after every revision of the design documents.

5.3.2.1.6 The outline for the BOD should include the items in 5.3.2.2 through 5.3.2.8.

5.3.2.2* Applicable Standards, Laws, and Regulations. This section should identify the codes

and standards that apply to the design, plan review, installation, testing, acceptance, inspection,

and maintenance of the proposed fire protection and life safety systems.

5.3.2.2.1 All codes and standards should be referenced as they apply, including, but not limited

to, the following:

(1) NFPA standards including edition used for the design of each fire protection/life safety

system

(2) Applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations (OSHA, ADA, etc.)

(3) Specialized codes and standards (HVAC, plumbing, etc.)

(4) Green building design considerations that affect fire and life safety systems

5.3.2.3 Building Description. This section outlines the specific features of the fire protection

and life safety systems that should be identified in the BOD:

(1) Building use group or occupancy classification

(2) Total area of the building

(3) Building height

(4) Number of floors above grade

(5) Number of floors below grade

(6) Area per floor

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(7) Type(s) of hazardous areas within buildings

(8) Type(s) of construction

(9) Site access arrangement for emergency response vehicles

(10) Descriptions of fire protection and life safety systems

5.3.2.4 Fire Protection and Life Safety System Objectives and Decisions.

5.3.2.4.1 The BOD should describe the performance objectives of each fire protection and life

safety system including, but not limited to, the following:

(1) Whether each system is required by code or installed voluntarily

(2) Whether it is a complete or partial installation

(3) Whether it is an addition or modification to an existing system

5.3.2.4.2 The BOD should describe the decisions made and the criteria established to achieve the

performance objectives including, but not limited to, the following:

(1) Building occupant notification and evacuation procedures

(2) Emergency personnel response

(3) Site and systems features

(4) Safeguards during construction, including fire prevention and emergency procedures

(5) Impairment plans when modifying existing systems

(6) Methods for inspection, test and, maintenance of systems

5.3.2.5 Consideration and Description of Alternative Means and Methods. This section

should identify the design intent of any alternatives to prescriptive requirements of the codes and

standards, including, but not limited to, the following:

(1) Interpretations and clarifications

(2) Waiver or variance sought through the regulatory appeal process

5.3.2.6 Testing Criteria.

5.3.2.6.1 The FCxA should be responsible for all items listed in 5.2.2.4.

5.3.2.6.2 Testing criteria should be established and documented.

5.3.2.6.3 The methods for preliminary and integrated testing should be documented.

5.3.2.7* Equipment and Tools. The FCxA should identify and document the tools and

equipment necessary for testing.

5.3.3 Operation and Maintenance Manuals.

5.3.3.1 Operation and maintenance manuals (O&Ms) shouldbe provided.

5.3.3.2 O&Ms should contain, but not be limited to, the following information:

(1) Project name and address

(2) Discipline (i.e., fire protection)

(3) Specification section number

(4) Volume number

5.3.3.3* The RDP shouldreview and approve the O&Ms for conformance with the OPR.

5.3.4 Training of Operations Personnel. The content, duration, and learning outcomes of

training for operations personnel shouldbe provided in the design documentation in accordance

with Section 5.4.

5.3.5 Design Methodology.

5.3.5.1* The design shouldtake into consideration the final commissioning of the active and

passive fire protection systems.

5.3.5.2 The recommedations for design consideration shouldinclude, but not be limited to, the

following:

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(1) Materials and equipment applied in such a manner that will not affect their listing or their

intended use where applicable

(2) Materials and equipment have the capacity to perform their intended use

(3) Design documents or details to demonstrate how the systems operate and communicate to

attain the desired outcome

(4) Design documents and/or details to demonstrate the application of fire protection systems

in the construction

(5) Locations of fire protection systems

(6) The procedures for verification of fire protection systems

(7) Assignment of responsibility for the testing and inspection of the fire protection systems

during the construction phase

(8) Specification of the deliverables, including final documentation for the conclusion of the

project

(9) Specification of the format of the deliverables

5.4 Construction Phase. During the construction phase the systems should be delivered,

installed, and tested in accordance with the OPR, construction documents, shop drawings, and

coordination drawings.

5.4.1 Construction Phase Commissioning Activities.

5.4.1.1 The fire protection and life safety commissioning team should complete the following:

(1) Confirm that the commissioning schedule is still valid, and update if required.

(2) Verify that submittals, including, but not limited to, working plans and product data

sheets are in conformance with the BOD and have been reviewed.

(3) Verify that materials, construction, and installation are in conformance with the BOD.

(4) Confirm qualified specialists are performing commissioning activities per CP.

(5) Coordinate and document fire protection and life safety commissioning team meetings

and progress reports.

(6) Document any issues and changes to the project and update the CP.

(7) Complete Cx (QC) construction checklists.

(8) Perform required observation procedures or cause them to be performed by the

responsible party.

(9) Update related documents to record and adjust for any revisions and/or changes.

(10) Verify and document testing performed in the construction phase.

5.4.1.2 Construction should take into consideration the final commissioning of the passive fire

protection systems.

5.4.1.3 The recommendations for installation should include but not be limited to the following:

(1) Conformance to the approved drawings and specifications

(2) Compliance with the manufacturers’ published instructions

(3) Compliance with applicable codes and standards

(4) Materials and equipment of proper rating for the use

5.4.2 Construction Inspections.

5.4.2.1 Pre-Installation or Preconstruction.

5.4.2.1.1 A preconstruction conference should be held to ensure the fire protection and life safety

commissioning team and those performing the work all understand the schedule, procedures, and

process.

5.4.2.1.2 Schedule commissioning process activities should include the following:

(1) Address any outstanding issues that are best resolved in this venue.

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(2) Verify coordination has taken place amongst trades.

(3) Identify and establish benchmarks to be met during the construction phase.

(4) Verify submittals are in accordance with design intent documents and approvals and

permits are secured.

(5) Confirm integrated testing requirements are being addressed.

(6) Develop test data records.

(7) Confirm compliance with sequence of operation.

5.4.2.2 Rough-In Phase. The following tasks should be performed prior to concealment of the

installed material:

(1) Inspect and verify delivered materials meet requirements.

(2) Verify installation is proceeding in accordance with coordinated, approved shop

drawings.

(3) Complete periodic site visits to verify compliance with the owner’s commissioning plan.

(4) Inspect installation as outlined in the commissioning plan.

(5) Perform testing as applicable.

(6) Update owner project requirements and address any outstanding issues.

(7) Update commissioning plan as needed.

(8) Issue rough-in phase commissioning progress report.

5.4.2.3 Finish Phase. The following tasks should be performed after the rough-in phase is

complete:

(1) Inspect and verify delivered materials meet requirements.

(2) Verify installation is proceeding in accordance with coordinated,

approved shop drawings.

(3) Complete periodic site visits to verify compliance with OPR.

(4) Inspect installation as outlined in the commissioning plan.

(5) Perform testing as applicable (post concealment).

(6) Update owner project requirements (OPR) and address any

outstanding issues.

(7) Update commissioning plan.

(8) Issue finish phase commissioning progress report.

5.4.3 Testing and Inspection.

5.4.3.1 Testing and inspection should include passive fire protection systems.

5.4.3.2 The recommendations for testing and inspection should include but not be limited to the

recommendations of Chapters 7 and 9.

5.4.3.2.1 Fire protection systems that have no operating components should be inspected to

verify conformance with the BOD.

5.4.3.2.2 Fire protection systems that have operating components should have their functionality

tested to demonstrate compliance with the BOD.

5.4.3.2.3 Written documentation of the testing and inspection should be provided.

5.4.3.2.4 Inspection and testing should be repeated if changes are made to systems.

5.4.3.3 Testing and inspection of passive fire protection systems should be completed as required

during construction.

5.4.4 Completion and Acceptance Testing. The following tasks should be performed as part of

the acceptance of the fire protection and life safety systems:

(1) Verify installation is in accordance with coordinated, approved shop drawings.

(2) Inspect overall installation as outlined in the commissioning plan.

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(3) Perform preliminary testing of all systems to provide proper functionality and to ensure

interoperability.

(4) Perform and document testing of all systems to provide proper functionality, to ensure

integration, and to ensure the systems were left in a state of operational readiness.

(5) Update owner project requirements and address any outstanding issues.

(6) Update commissioning plan/record.

(7) Issue completion/acceptance phase commissioning progress report.

(8) Verify compliance and accuracy of sequence of operation.

5.4.5* Owner Training. Training should be permitted to take place in the construction phase.

5.4.6* Closeout Documents. Closeout documents should include but not limited to the

following:

(1) Compiled list of all deficiencies and resolutions; and verify resolution achieved.

(2) Operations and maintenance manuals

(3) Compile test results and certificate

(4) As-built drawings

(5) Warranty and extended warranties

(6) Spare parts list and supplier listings

(7) Re-commissioning plan (integrated testing)

(8) Sequence of operation

5.5 Occupancy Phase.

5.5.1 Occupancy phase should be the final stage of the commissioning process for the fire

protection or life safety systems.

5.5.2 The recommendations for occupancy phase should include but not be limited to the

following:

(1) Documentation and completion of remaining acceptance testing and inspections

(2) Testing conducted for modifications made during the construction phase commissioning

(3)* Perform deferred testing for seasonal conditions

(4) Submission of the system manual, operation and maintenance manuals, and vendor

emergency contact list

(5) Training on the use and operation of the fire protection and life safety systems

(6) Delivery of the record set drawings and documents

(7) Delivery of the test and inspection records for the fire protection and life safety systems

(8)* Delivery of a digital copy of site-specific software for fire protection and life safety

systems that is current with the installed system

(9)* Delivery of warranties for the systems and equipment

(10) Submission of recommended preventative maintenance program for fire protection and

life safety systems

(11) Delivery of a list of required inspections, tests, and maintenance for fire protection and

life safety systems

5.5.3 Administrative Controls. The owner should be responsible for the continued performance

of fire protection and life safety systems.

5.5.3.1* Applicable inspection and testing should be performed when modifications are made.

5.5.3.2* When changes are made to the use of the facility, the OPR should be re-evaluated.

5.5.3.3* The design documents should be maintained for future reference.5.5.3.4 Inspection,

testing, and maintenance should be performed as specified in the installation standard or

manufacturer’s instructions.

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5.5.3.5 Integrated systems should be inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with the

commissioning plan.

5.5.4 Training.

5.5.4.1* The training should include, but not be limited to, the following:

(1) The systems, component systems, and devices for which training will be required

(2) The capabilities and knowledge of the occupants and maintenance personnel

(3) The number and type of training sessions

(4) The location and organization of operation and maintenance manuals

5.5.4.2* Systems training should be scheduled to be completed at or as close to final systems

acceptance as possible.

5.5.4.3* Training session scope and attendees should be documented as part of the

commissioning record.

5.5.4.4* Facilities personnel or their designated representatives should receive periodic re-

training as determined by the commissioning agent.



Revise text to read as follows:5.2.3 The performance objectives of system interactions shall conform to the requirements of Sections 4.9.1.83.2.1.5

through 4.3.2.1.9.1.8.8 to assure the various systems perform together as designed.This is an attempt to properly reference the previous sections in Chapter 4. The intent is to reference

the requirements to include interconnections into the Basis of Design including documentation.

The document addresses integrated systems not interaction between systems. This sectionhas been deleted in Committee Proposal 3-142 (Log #CP25).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-133 Log #51

_______________________________________________________________________________________________Robert J. Tabet, US Department of the Navy

Revise text to read as follows:The design shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire protection or life

safety systems.As used in the sentence, the phrase “the final commissioning of” refers to an event, and is not

consistent (§3.3.2.1) Commissioning is a systematic process.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-134 Log #67


Revise text to read as follows:The design shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire protection or life


consistent with the body and intent of the standard. As indicated in the definitions (§3.3.2.1), commissioning is asystematic process.





Revise text to read as follows:Construction shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire protection or life



The reference to interconnected systems seems to address a single system and its operatingcomponents rather than the communication between independent systems.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-136 Log #176


Revise subparagraphs (1) and (7) of 4.3.2.4 as follows*(1) Building use group or occupancy classification(7) Type(s) of occupancies of hazards hazardous areas within buildings

Subparagraph (1); NFPA 101 users are more familiar with the term “occupancy classification”Subparagraph (7); the term “occupancies of hazard” isn’t clear.Note: consider a similar change to the sample narrative report in C.2.1 which uses similar language.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-137 Log #65


Revise text to read as follows:Testing and inspection shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire

protection or life safety systems.As used in the sentence, the phrase “the final commissioning of” refers to an event, and is not


The Committee disagrees with submitter's substantiation. Changes are editorial in nature. SeeCommittee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.4.3.1





Occupancy shall take into consideration tThe final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire protection orlife safety systems shall be complete prior to occupancy.


Changes worded for consistency with other sections of the standard. See Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.5.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-139 Log #64


Revise text to read as follows:Occupancy shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections of the fire protection or life



See Committee Action on 3-138(Log #22). See Committee Action on Committee Proposal3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.5.1

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-140 Log #203


Revise text to read as follows:Revise 4.4.3 (4) to read as follows: “(4) Perform and document testing of all systems to provide proper functionality, to

ensure integration and to ensure the systems were left in a state of operational readiness.”The revision ensures that the systems were left in an operational readiness state.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________Charles M. Kilfoil, Bechtel National

Add new text to read as follows:This Chapter applies to the functions of interconnected systems provided for fire protection or life safety

in the design phase, construction phase and occupancy phase of the commissioning process of Chapter 4.Interconnections of systems including but not limited to those referenced in Annex B.

The Basis of Design required by section 4.3.2 shall include system interconnections and interoperability.The narrative report in the Basis of Design shall include the owners’ expectation of how fire protection or life

safety systems work together.The performance objectives of system interconnections and interoperability shall conform to the requirements of

Sections 4.9.1.8.5 through 4.9.1.8.8 to assure the various systems perform together as designed.The Basis of Design shall include an analysis of the impact the interconnections and interoperability will have on

the proper operation of each independent fire protection or life safety system.

The design shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnections and interoperability ofthe fire protection or life safety systems.

The minimum requirements for design consideration shall include but not be limited to:(1) Compliance with Section 4.9.1.8.7.(2) Materials and equipment be interconnected in such a manner that will not affect their listing or their intended use

where applicable.(3)* Materials and equipment have the capacity to perform their intended use.(4)* Design documents or details to demonstrate how the systems operate and communicate to attain the desired

outcome.(5) Design documents or details to demonstrate how operations of interconnected systems do not impair the

functionality of other component systems, unless designed to impair another system.(6)* Sequence of operation for interconnected systems.(7)* Locations of interconnections.(8) The procedures for periodic interconnected testing.(9)* The required frequency for interconnected testing.(10) Assign responsibility for the testing and inspection of the systems and interconnections and interoperability during

the construction phase.(11) Specify the deliverables, including final documentation for the conclusion of the project.(12)* Specify the format of the deliverables

The methods for pre-functional and systems interaction testing shall be documented.

Construction shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnection and interoperability ofthe fire protection or life safety systems.

The minimum requirements for installation shall include but not be limited to:(1) Conformance to the approved drawings and specifications.(2) Compliance with the manufactures' published instructions.(3) Compliance with applicable codes and standards.(4) Review of material and equipment submittals of proper rating for the use.(5) Coordination of all contractors submittal drawings, operational sequence (matrix) and procedures

Testing and inspection shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnection andinteroperability of the fire protection or life safety systems.

The minimum requirements for testing and inspection shall include but not be limited to Sections 6.3.3.2.1through 6.3.3.2.6.

Testing and inspection of fire protection or life safety systems shall be completed as required duringconstruction.

The interconnection and interoperability shall be tested and inspected for compliance with the design criteria,manufactures' instructions, and applicable codes and standards.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3Fire protection or life safety systems shall have their functionality tested on each interconnection to

demonstrate compliance with Section 6.2.5.2(5).Equipment shall be operated during testing using their design function.

Written documentation of the testing and inspection shall be provided.Testing shall be repeated if changes are made to systems.

Occupancy shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the interconnection and interoperability of thefire protection or life safety systems.

The minimum requirements for occupancy consideration shall include but not be limited to:(1) System and interconnection acceptance testing and inspection completed and documented in accordance with

applicable codes and standards and the design specifications for the project.(2) Any modifications made after the commissioning of the system or interconnections and interoperability must be

approved by the design professional and owner and retested as determined by the commissioning agent.(3) Interconnections and interoperability documented in operation and owner manuals required by Section 4.10(4) Training as required in Section 4.3.4,4.4.4 and 4.5.4 on the use and operation of the systems and interconnections.(5) The vendor emergency contact list.(6) The as-built documents for the systems and interconnections.(7) A copy of test and inspection records of the systems and interconnections.(8) A copy of site specific software of the systems and interconnections that is current with the installed system.(9) A copy of warranties for the systems and interconnections.(10) A copy of a recommended preventative maintenance program for the systems and interconnections.(11) A list of required periodic inspections and tests for the systems and interconnections.

Testing shall be repeated if changes are made to systems.The design documents shall be maintained for future reference.Interconnected testing shall be repeated as required in Chapter 9.

Current Chapter 6 references the requirements of Chapter 5. Flow down of requirements withemphasis on interconnections will be achieved with full text.

See Committee Action on Proposal Committee Proposal 3-142 (Log #CP25) Chapter 6.




Move Chapter 5 to new Chapter 6 and revise to read as follows:

Chapter 6 Integrated Systems Commissioning

6.1 General. This chapter should apply to the functions of integrated systems provided for fire protection or life safety inthe design phase, construction phase, and occupancy phase of the commissioning process of Chapter 5.6.2 Design Phase.6.2.1* Construction documents should include a narrative report of the system interactions.6.2.1.1 The narrative report should include the sequence of operations of integrated fire protection or life safety systems.6.2.1.2 The narrative report should include the performance objectives of system interactions.6.2.1.3 The narrative report should include an analysis of the impact the interactions will have on the proper operation ofeach independent fire protection or life safety system.6.2.1.4* The narrative report in the basis of design should include the owners’ expectation of how fire protection or lifesafety systems work together.6.2.2 Design Methodology.6.2.2.1 The design should take into consideration the interconnections of the fire protection or life safety systems.6.2.2.2 The recommendations for design consideration should include but not be limited to the following:(1) Materials and equipment interconnected in such a manner that will not affect their listing or their intended usewhere applicable(2)* Materials and equipment have the capacity to perform their intended use(3)* Design documents or details to demonstrate how the systems operate and communicate to attain the desiredoutcome(4) Design documents or details to demonstrate how operations of integrated systems do not impair thefunctionality of other component systems, unless designed to impair another system(5)* Sequence of operation for integrated systems(6)* Locations of interconnections(7) Procedures for integrated testing(8)* Required frequency for integrated testing(9) Assignment of responsibility for the testing and inspection of the systems and interconnections during theconstruction phase(10) Specification of the deliverables, including final documentation for the conclusion of the project(11)* Specification of the format of the deliverables6.2.2.3 The methods for pre-functional and integrated testing should be documented.6.3 Construction Phase.

6.3.1 The recommendations for installation of integrated systems should include but not be limited to the following:(1) Conformance to the approved drawings and specifications(2) Compliance with the manufactures’ published instructions(3) Compliance with applicable codes and standards(4) Review of material and equipment submittals of proper rating for the use(5) Coordination of all contractors’ submittal drawings, sequence of operation, and procedures6.4 Occupancy Phase.6.4.1 The recommendations for occupancy consideration should include but not be limited to the following:(1) Verification that individual system testing and inspection is complete and documented in accordance with applicablecodes and standards and the design specifications for the project.(2) Verification that integrated system testing and inspection is complete and documented in accordance with the designspecifications and the commissioning plan for the project.(3) Approval of modifications made to the system or interconnections by the design professional.(4) Retested as determined by the Integrated Testing agent (ITa).(5) Interconnections documented in operation and owner manuals.(6) Training as recommended in 5.3.4, 5.4.5, and 5.5.4 on the use and operation of the systems and interconnections.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3(7) The vendor emergency contact list(8) The as-built documents for the systems and interconnections.(9) A copy of test and inspection records of the systems and interconnections.(10) A copy of site-specific software of the systems and interconnections that is current with the installed system.(11) A copy of warranties for the systems and interconnections.(12) A copy of a recommended preventative maintenance program for the systems and interconnections.(13) A list of recommended periodic inspections and tests for the systems.6.4.2* The design documents should be maintained for future reference.6.5 Data Sharing Systems. During the design phase, the fire protection and life safety commissioning team shoulddocument the following:(1) Where data sharing systems occur in the project(2) Compatibility of data sharing systems(3) Where gateways or interfaces are recommended between data sharing systems(4) The responsible parties for each portion of the interconnection(5) Degrade mode for each data sharing system upon loss of communication

The pre-ROP Chapters 5 and 6 have been moved to Chapters 6 and 7 respectively. A separate chapteron interconnected systems was not necessary due to the recommendations being identical to those for integratedsystems. In addition, the testing recommendations for integrated systems has been broken out into a separate Chapter(Chapter 7) from the commissioning of integrated systems.




This Chapter applies to the requirements for passive fire protection systems including:(1) Fire and Smoke Dampers(2) Fire and Smoke Doors(3) Through Penetration Fire Stops

The Basis of Design required by section 4.3.2 shall include requirements for passive fire protection systems.The narrative report in the Basis of Design shall include the owners expectation of where passive fire protection

systems are to be installed.

The design shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the passive fire protection systems.The minimum requirements for design consideration shall include but not be limited to:

(1) Materials and equipment are applied in such a manner that will not affect their listing or their intended use whereapplicable.

(3) Materials and equipment have the capacity to perform their intended use.(4) Design documents or details to demonstrate how the systems operate and communicate to attain the desired

outcome.(5) Design documents and/or details to demonstrate the application of passive fire protection systems in the

construction.(6) Locations of passive fire protection systems.(8) The procedures for verification of passive fire protection systems.(10) Assign responsibility for the testing and inspection of the passive fire protection systems during the construction

phase.(11) Specify the deliverables, including final documentation for the conclusion of the project.(12) Specify the format of the deliverables

Construction shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the passive fire protection systems.The minimum requirements for installation shall include but not be limited to:

(1) Conformance to the approved drawings and specifications.(2) Compliance with the manufactures’ published instructions.(3) Compliance with applicable codes and standards.(4) Materials and equipment of proper rating for the use.

Testing and inspection shall take into consideration the final commissioning of passive fire protectionsystems.

The minimum requirements for testing and inspection shall include but not be limited to Sections5.3.3.2.6 through 7.3.3.2.1.

Testing and inspection of passive fire protection systems shall be completed as required duringconstruction.

Passive fFire protection systems which have no operating components shall be inspected to verifyconformance with the BOD.

Passive fFire protection systems which have operating components shall have their functionalitytested to demonstrate compliance with the BOD.

Written documentation of the testing and inspection shall be provided.Inspection and esting shall be repeated if changes are made to systems.

Occupancy shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the passive fire protection systems.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3The minimum requirements for occupancy consideration shall included but not be limited to:

(1) Passive fire protection systems testing and inspection completed and documented in accordance with applicablecodes and standards and the design specifications for the project.

(2) Any modifications made after the commissioning of the must be approved by the design professional and ownerand re-inspected and/or retested as determined by the commissioning agent.

(3) Passive fire protection systems documented in operation and owner manuals required by Section 4.4.5(4) The as-built documents for the passive fire protection systems.(5) A copy of test and inspection records of the passive fire protection systems.(6) A copy of a recommended preventative maintenance program for the passive fire protection systems.

Inspection and testing shall be repeated if changes are made to systems.The design documents shall be maintained for future reference.

Inspection and Ttesting shall be repeated if changes are made to commissioned fire protection or life safetysystems.

7.1 is already covered in Section 1.3.1.7.2 is covered by Section 4.3.2.Section 7.4 is already covered in Section 4.5.The Sections covering Design Methodology, Construction Phase and Testing and Inspection also apply to active

systems and not just passive. It was determined by the Chapter 7 Task group during the Pre-ROP Meeting that aseparate Chapter on Passive systems was not needed.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.3.5 through5.4.3.3.




Delete Chapter 7, move Chapter 6 to new Chapter 7, and revise to read as follows:Chapter 7 Integrated System Testing

7.1 General.7.1.1 This Chapter applies to the testing of integrated systems provided for fire protection or life safety.7.1.2 Personnel responsible for integrated testing should meet the qualifications listed in Section 4.2.8 for IntegratedTesting agent (ITa).7.2 Test Frequency.7.2.1* In new construction, integrated testing of fire protection and life safety systems should occur following:(1) Verification of completeness and integrity of building construction.(2)* Individual system functional operation and acceptance as required in applicable installation standards tests.(3) Completion of pre-functional tests of integrated systems.7.2.2 Integrated testing of existing fire protection and life safety systems should occur when recommended in Chapter 9.7.3 Test Method.7.3.1* Integrated testing should demonstrate that the final integrated system installation complies with the specificdesign objectives for the project and applicable codes and standards7.3.2* Integrated testing of fire protection and life safety systems should verify the interconnections function properly.7.3.3* During integrated testing, equipment should be tested in accordance with the applicable installation standard toverify systems perform according to their design function. .7.3.4 Written documentation of the testing and inspection should be provided.7.3.5* Testing should be repeated if changes are made to systems.7.3.6. Switch connections to fire alarm systems should be tested in accordance with NFPA 72.7.3.7 Control circuits requiring electrical power shall be tested for presence of operating voltage.7.3.7.1 Loss of power to monitored circuits should be tested to confirm signal receipt at one of the following:(1) A constantly attended location at the premises(2) A monitoring station as described in NFPA 731, Chapter 9(3) A supervising station as described in NFPA 727.3.8 Integrated testing of data sharing systems should document the following:(1) Completion of acceptance testing for each component system(2) Verification of data transfer between component systems(3) Test of visual and audible signal upon loss of communication(4) Test of degrade mode for each component system(5) Proper function of integrated data sharing systems7.4 Testing Responsibility7.4.1 The owner should be responsible for integrated testing of fire and life safety systems.7.4.2 The owner should be permitted to delegate the authority and responsibility for integrated testing of the fireprotection and life safety systems to the management firm or managing individual through specific provisions in thelease, written use agreement, or management contract.7.4.3* The ITa should be responsible for planning, scheduling, documenting, coordinating and implementing theintegrated testing of the fire protection and life safety systems and their associated sub-systems.7.4.4 Where a commissioning plan does not exist, the ITA should prepare a test plan providing, but not limited to, thefollowing information:

(1) A comprehensive functional matrix depicting all system inputs and associated output functions.(2) The extent of systems to be tested under the direct supervision of the ITA.

(3) The testing of component systems required by associated NFPA Standards conducted separately undercontract to the owner.(4) Test processes to be incorporated.

(5) Test scenarios developed to verify appropriate system responses to the functional matrix.(6) A test event schedule with the applicable stakeholders.

7.4.5* Documentation7.4.5.1 The ITA should maintain a record of faults, failures, and discrepancies discovered through the testing process in


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3an official Issues Log.7.4.5.1.1. The Issues Log should list each separate finding and its corresponding resolution, including dates of discoveryand resolution.7.4.5.2 Corrective Action Reports should provide a specific and detailed description of actions taken to remediate faults,failures, and discrepancies discovered during the testing process.7.4.5.3 Upon completion of testing, the ITA should submit a Final Test Report to the owner and other stakeholders asrequested.7.4.5.4 The Final Test Report should summarize the results of the integrated testing and should include Issues Logs (IL)and Corrective Action Reports (CAR).

The pre-ROP Chapters 5 and 6 have been moved to Chapters 6 and 7 respectively. A separate chapteron interconnected systems was not necessary due to the recommendations being identical to those for integratedsystems. In addition, the testing recommendations for integrated systems has been broken out into a separate Chapter(Chapter 7) from the commissioning of integrated systems. In addition, the pre-ROP Chapter 7 was reserved and hasbeen removed to assist in renumbering.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-145 Log #24


Revise text to read as follows:This Chapter shall apply ies to the requirements for passive fire protection systems including:

(1) Fire and Smoke Dampers(2) Fire and Smoke Doors(3) Through Penetration Fire Stops


See Committee Action on 3-143 (Log #23). This chapter is redundant as both passive andactive systems are described and can be integrated together. Chapter 5 in Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) nowcontains language addressing the recommendations for both types of system. Chapter 7 from the original committeedraft has been deleted in its entirety.




Add new text as follows:This Chapter applies to the requirements for passive fire protection systems including:

(1) Fire and Smoke Dampers(2) Fire and Smoke Doors(3) Through Penetration Fire Stops(4) Smoke vents

Although not quite common in the U.S., smoke vents are widely used elsewhere as a way to eliminatesmoke and heat from fires in buildings, especially warehouses and occupancy buildings (or building receiving public).The operation of smoke vents relies on triggering devices (such as fire doors), often being a smoke detection systemand are therefore and by nature a part of the integrated system. Even if smoke vents are triggered by manually activatedpull stations, they participate in the overall integrated fire protection and life safety system of that particular building.

Smoke vents are mechanical devices that need calculation and proper installation by a qualified contractor. They bareacceptance testing and shall be controlled for both integrity and operation on a regular base.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-147 Log #187


Add new text to read as follows:(4) Fire resistive joints and perimeter fire/smoke barriers.

Through penetrations are just one of the categories included with ASTM requirements for Firestopsystems. This added text more accurately describes the complete requirements as detailed in ASTM standards.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-148 Log #25



The design shall take into consideration the include provisions for final commissioning of the passive fireprotection systems.

Removes unenforceable language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.





Revise text to read as follows:The design shall take into consideration the include provisions for final commissioning of the passive fire

protection systems.Removes unenforceable language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-150 Log #63


Revise text to read as follows:The design shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the required passive fire protection systems.

As used in the sentence, the phrase “the final commissioning of” refers to an event, and is notconsistent with the body and intent of the standard. As indicated in the definitions (§3.3.2.1), commissioning is asystematic process.

See Committee Action on 3-143(Log #23). This chapter is redundant as both passive andactive systems are described and can be integrated together. Chapter 5 in Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) nowcontains language addressing the recommendations for both types of system. Chapter 7 from the original committeedraft has been deleted in its entirety.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-151 Log #27


Revise text to read as follows:Construction shall take into consideration the include provisions for final commissioning of the passive fire

protection systems.Removes unenforceable language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.





Revise text to read as follows:Construction shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the required passive fire protection systems.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-153 Log #28


Revise text to read as follows:The minimum requirements for installation shall include but not be limited to:

(1) Conformance to the approved drawings and specifications.(2) Compliance with the manufactures’ published instructions.(3) Compliance with applicable codes and standards.(4) Materials and equipment of proper the required rating for the use.

Removes unenforceable language in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-154 Log #61


Revise text to read as follows:Testing and inspection shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the required passive fire protection

systems.As used in the sentence, the phrase “the final commissioning of” refers to an event, and is not






Revise text to read as follows:The minimum requirements for testing and inspection shall include but not be limited to Sections

5.3.3.2.67.3.3.2.1 through 7.3.3.2.15.Testing and inspection of passive fire protection systems shall be completed as required during construction.Passive fire protection systems which have no operating components shall be inspected to verify

conformance with the BOD.Passive fire protection systems which have operating components shall have their functionality tested to

demonstrate compliance with the BOD.Written documentation of the testing and inspection shall be provided.Inspection and esting shall be repeated if changes are made to systems.

Correct the section numbers referenced in 7.3.3.2.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-156 Log #60


Revised text to read as follows:Occupancy shall take into consideration the final commissioning of the required passive fire protection systems.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-157 Log #186


Revise text to read as follows:Editorial Revision: (2) Any modifications made after the commissioning of the must be approved by...".

This is an editorial revision only.






Chapter 8 Re-commissioning (Re-Cx) and Retro-commissioning (RCx) of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems.

8.1* General This chapter provides recommendations for the re-commissioning and retro-commissioningrecommendations of active and passive fire protection and life safety systems where installed in existing structures.8.2 Re-Commissioning.8.2.1* Fire protection and life safety systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with thecommissioning process of Chapter 5 of this standard should be re-commissioned as specified by a re-commissioningplan.8.2.2 Recommendations for Re-Commissioning. The following should be achieved during re-commissioning.8.2.2.1 A fire protection and life safety commissioning team should be established and responsibilities shall be assignedin accordance with 5.2.28.2.2.2 The fire protection and life safety commissioning team should complete the applicable recommendations of5.2.1.2, 5.3.1, 5.4.1, and 5.5.2.8.3 Retro-Commissioning.8.3.1* Where testing of existing fire protection and life safety systems has not been conducted in accordance with thecommissioning process of Chapter 5 of this standard, retro-commissioning should only be specified by aretro-commissioning plan.8.3.1.1 A fire protection and life safety commissioning team should be established.8.3.1.2 The responsibilities of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team should be assigned in accordancewith 5.2.2.8.3.1.3 The fire protection and life safety commissioning team should complete the applicable recommendations ofsections 5.2.1.2, 5.3.1, 5.4.1, and 5.5.2.8.3.2 The retro-commissioning plan should be developed from a survey and evaluation of installed fire protection and lifesafety systems design and existing conditions.8.3.3 Integrated testing of fire protection and life safety systems should be performed in accordance with Chapter 6.

The changes made to Chapter 8 are primarily editorial in nature, dealing with the conversion of thisdocument from a standard to a recommended practice.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-159 Log #59


Revised text to read as follows:Fire prevention and life safety systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with the

Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 of the standard, shall be re-commissioned as specified by a re-commissioningplan developed from established documentation provided by the Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 and actualexisting conditions. Functional performance testing (FPT) shall be conducted as specified by a re-commissioning plandeveloped from established documentation provided by the Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 and actual existingconditions.

The word “commissioned” is used as a final event, and is not consistent with the body and intent of thisstandard. As indicated in the definitions (§3.3.2.1), commissioning is a systematic process.

Wording was changed for consistency with other changes within the standard, and redundantwording was removed. The intent of this section is to specify where re-commissioning is required according to originalconstruction commissioning plan.See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-158 (Log #CP27) Section 8.2.1.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________Daniel P. Finnegan, Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.

Revise text to read as follows:8.2.2.1 A Commissioning Team shall be established to carry out the and responsibilities defined shall be assigned in

accordance with 4.2.2 as they pertain to re-commissioning, including the parties performing the periodic testing.This will enable qualified organizations that have been servicing, supporting, and documenting the

fire/life safety system during its actual operation to be included in the re-commissioning process.

Submitter is encouraged to develop a comment to clarify allowing the service provider to jointhe commissioning team.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-161 Log #58


Revised text to read as follows:Fire prevention and life safety systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with the

Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 of the standard shall be retro-commissioned as specified by aretro-commissioning plan from documentation developed from an investigation discovery of original systems design andactual existing conditions. Where FPT on existing fire protection and life safety systems has not been conducted inaccordance with the Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 of this standard, retro-commissioning shall include FPT asspecified by a retro-commissioning plan. This plan shall be developed from an investigative discovery of originalsystems design and actual existing conditions.


Wording changed to clarify intent that retro-commissioning is performed when an existingbuilding with existing systems might require a new commissioning plan to be developed based on the requirements ofan adopted Code, or building owner.See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-158 (Log #CP27) Section 8.3.1through 8.3.2 and Committee Proposal 3-181(Log #CP30) Section A.8.3.1.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-162 Log #48


Revise text to read as follows:8.3.1.1 A Commissioning Team shall be established to carry out the and responsibilities defined shall be assigned in

accordance with 4.2.2 as they pertain to retro-commissioning, including the parties performing the periodic testing.This will enable qualified organizations that have been servicing, supporting, and documenting the

fire/life safety system during its actual operation to be included in the retro-commissioning process.

Submitter is encouraged to develop a comment to clarify allowing the service provider to jointhe commissioning team.





Chapter 9 Integrated Testing Frequency

9.1* This chapter establishes responsibilities and recommendations for the frequency of integrated testing of existingintegrated fire protection and life safety systems.9.2* The testing recommended by this chapter should apply to all buildings and facilities.9.3 Integrated Systems Testing9.3.1 An integrated testing plan specifying the interval for integrated testing should be submitted and approved whererequired by the AHJ.9.3.1.1 Systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with the commissioning process ofChapter 4 of this document should have integrated testing completed in accordance with the commissioning plan.9.3.2 For systems that have not been commissioned, integrated testing should be performed on a periodic basis inaccordance with one of the following events:(1) Where new component fire protection and life safety systems are installed and integrated to existing fireprotection and life safety systems.(2) Where existing fire protection and life safety systems are modified to become component, interconnectedsystems.(3) Where the interconnections or sequence of operations of existing integrated fire protection and life safetysystems are modified.(4) At intervals specified in an integrated testing plan as approved by the AHJ.9.3.3* Where integrated tests are not performed in accordance with 9.4.1 or 9.4.2, the integrated test interval should notexceed five years.9.3.4 Systems that exhibit faults, failures, or indications of such faults or failures in the interconnection, or those found tohave deficiencies in the interconnection upon inspection, should be cause for an AHJ to recommend integrated testingas specified in this chapter.9.3.5 Integrated systems testing should be performed as recommended in Chapter 6.9.3.6 Phased sequencing of integrated testing should be permitted subject to the approval of the AHJ.9.4 Documentation See Chapter 6 for documentation recommendations.

Chapter 9 has been changed from periodic integrated testing to a focus on the frequency of integratedtesting. Recommendations are now provided for both commissioned and noncommissioned buildings. Four separateoptions are recommended for noncommissioned buildings to give flexibility. It is recognized that the complexity ofsystems and the size of buildings varies widely and various options should be provided as to when integrated testingshould take place to accommodate these variables. A 5-year limit has been set as a recommendation for the interval ofintegrated testing should none of the other recommendations be followed.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-164 Log #29


Revise text to read as follows:This Chapter shall covers the Periodic Integrated Testing requirements of active and passive fire protection and

life safety systems where installed in existing structures.Adds enforceable text in accordance with the NFPA Manual of Style.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-163 (Log #CP28) Section 9.1.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________Tony Nuetzi, Old Salem Fire & Rescue

Revise text to read as follows:The integrated testing of fire protection and life safety systems shall be coordinated and conducted by qualified testing

personnel including the circuit to the 911 center or the last point in the chain before dispatch of emergency equipment.We have found that some systems were not connected to a monitored point, some were monitored as

a residence and at some the monitor point was unsure of their circuits and no contact was made with the 911 center.

It is too specific on a particular testing item that is already required by the installation standard.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-166 Log #57


Revise text to read as follows:Fire prevention and life safety systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with the

Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 of the standard shall have periodic integrated testing performed at intervalsaccording to the commissioning plan or an interval not to exceed five years. Where the Commissioning Process ofChapter 4 of this standard has been adopted, periodic integrated testing of fire protection and life safety systems shallbe performed at intervals according to the commissioning plan or at intervals not to exceed five years.



_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-167 Log #171


Revise 9.2.3 as follows*Fire protection and life safety systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with the

Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 of this standard shall have periodic integrated testing performed at intervalsaccording to the commissioning plan or at intervals where prescribed by the applicable NFPA standard not to exceedfive years.

Do not arbitrarily establish 5 years as the mandatory timeframe for periodic testing, as there is notechnical basis for this number. Either specify the appropriate timeframe in the commissioning plan, that was developedand agreed upon by all stakeholders, or defer to an applicable NFPA standard (per A.3.21.3). In no case should a 5year interval be prescribed without technical substantiation.





Revise text as follows:Fire protection and life safety systems that have been commissioned upon installation in accordance with the

Commissioning Process of Chapter 4 of this standard shall have periodic integrated testing performed at intervalsaccording to the commissioning plan or the AHJ whichever is lower or at intervals not to exceed five years.

It is the intention of section 9.2.3 to lower the primarily assigned periodic integrated testing interval based uponinspection results performed by the AHJ should be inspection show failures or faults in any of the systems beinginspected and part of the integration.

Integrated systems in structures that have not been commissioned in accordance with the CommissioningProcess of Chapter 4 of this standard shall have Integrated Testing performed as follows:

(1) Where new component fire protection and life safety systems are installed and interconnected to existing fireprotection and life safety systems.

(2) Where existing fire protection and life safety systems are modified to become component, interconnected systems.(3) Where the interconnections or sequence of operations of existing integrated fire protection and life safety systems

are modified.(4) At intervals specified by the OPR or by the AHJ whichever is lowernot to exceed five years.

Refer to annex A.9.2.3.Any set time frame for periodic testing will be subject to questioning and may not reflect the needs for

inspecting a specific system. Maximum interval for PIT has been arbitrarily set to 5 years. Provisions for such a timefrequency do not rely on observation nor rate of failure analysis. it is my feeling that in some instances this frequencyshould be set at a quicker period which can be provided under 9.5. Those instances should include as well provision fornew technologies for which a lower PIT time limit is required.

NFPA being a minimum standard, a maximum time should be provided according to the commissioning plan or theOPR but this maximum time should belong enough not to interfere with other issues such as

Cost of PITPIT are intrusive and could require shut down of whole or part of the operations undergoing on sitePIT require time : I do not think testing personnel whoever they may be including the AHJ will have so much time at

repetitive intervals to spend for retesting what has been done during commissioning.This interval should be reduced if during a routine inspection performed by the AHJ, failure or fault of any of the

systems part of the integration occurs.

See Committee Action on 3-86 (Log #11).See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-163(Log #CP28).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-169 Log #56


Revise text to read as follows:Integrated systems in structure that have not been commissioned in accordance with the Commissioning Process of

Chapter 4 of this standard shall have Integrated Testing performed as follows: Where the Commissioning Process ofChapter 4 of this standard has not been adopted, integrated testing shall be performed:


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-163 (Log #CP28) Sections 9.3.3 and 9.4.2.




Revise 9.2.4(4) as follows*Integrated systems in structures that have not been commissioned in accordance with the Commissioning

Process of Chapter 4 of this standard shall have Integrated Testing performed as follows:(4) At intervals commensurate with the applicable NFPA standard not to exceed five years.

Do not arbitrarily establish 5 years as the mandatory timeframe for periodic testing, as there is notechnical basis for this number. Since there is no commissioning plan to refer back to, defer to an applicable NFPAstandard (per A.3.21.3). Otherwise, delete (4) in its entirety.

See Committee Action on 3-86 (Log #11).See Committee Action onCommittee Proposal 3-163(Log #CP28) Section 9.3.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-171 Log #169


Delete 9.6With approval from the AHJ, the frequency of integrated testing shall be permitted to be extended.

The AHJ always has the authority to revise requirements within a standard, so this text is superfluous.Moreover, with the deletion of the 5 year period testing requirement in 9.2.3 and 9.2.4(4) as proposed elsewhere, thereare no prescriptive testing frequencies in this standard that an AHJ need waive.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-172 Log #CP29


Add a reserved Chapter 11 and revise Chapter 10 to read as follows:

Chapter 10 Commissioning Documentation and Forms

10.1* Approved commissioning documents and forms should be used to record commissioning and integrated testing offire and life safety systems.10.2 Documents from NFPA and other approved installation standards referenced in the BOD should be utilized.10.3 Where no form or checklist exists, specific forms or checklists should be developed to document successful testingof systems and components.10.4* Test documents should be retained by the owner for the life of the system.

Chapter 11 (Reserved)

The pre-ROP Chapter 11 has been moved to Chapter 10 and a reserved Chapter 11 has been added.Only editorial changes were made to Chapter 10; however, various sample forms have been added to the old Annex D(Annex C in draft). Several forms referenced in the San Francisco ROP Draft were eliminated to coordinate andeliminate confusion with others standards (i.e. NFPA 72).




Revise text as follows:Personnel qualifications of mMembers of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team

shall meet the requirements of this section.This proposal revises the text to include both the qualifications and responsibilities of the FPLS

commissioning team and clarifies that the requirements apply only to the fire protection and life safety commissioningteam, not the overall building commissioning team.

Changed section to chapter 4 for clarity. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-53(Log #CP23) Section 4.1.




Add new Section 10.2 Responsibilities:

The Owner shall be responsible for the commissioning of all fire and life safety systems.The owner shall be permitted to delegate the responsibility for commissioning to the occupant, management

firm or managing individual through specific provisions in a lease, written use agreement or management contract.The Owner shall be responsible for the following:

(1) Contracting the Commissioning Process.(2) Include the Commissioning responsibility of the Registered Design Professional within the scope for design

services.(3) Assist in the development of and approve the OPR.(4) Assign operations and maintenance personnel to participate in the commissioning process.(5) Review and approve any changes to the OPR.(6) Review and approve the construction documents.(7) Review and comment on the Commissioning Process Progress Reports.(8) Review and comment on the Commissioning Team's progress reports.(9) Review and accept the final Commissioning Record.

The FCxA shall be responsible for the following:(1) Organize and lead the Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team(2) Coordinate Commissioning Team meetings.(3) Facilitate the development of and document the OPR.(4) Verify that Commissioning Process activities are clearly stated in all scopes of work.(5) Identify and integrate the Commissioning Process activities into the project schedule.(6) Prepare the Commissioning Plan.(7) Prepare the Commissioning Process activities to be included in the project specifications.(8) Execute the Commissioning Process.(9) Review the plans and specifications during the Pre-Design and Design Phases.(10) Attend pre-bid meeting to detail the Commissioning Contractor requirements.(11) Review and approve the Systems Manual.(12) Track and document issues and deviations to the OPR and log resolutions in the Issues Log.(13) Write and review Commissioning Process Progress Reports.(14) Witness system testing.(15) Review installation and record documents.(16) Recommend acceptance of the systems to the Owner.(17) Track development, accuracy and compliance with sequence of operation (matrix).

(1) Include all Commissioning Process requirements and activities in the scope of services.(2) Attend required Commissioning Team meetings.(3) Include Commissioning Process milestones in the project schedule.(4) Implement the training program as required by the Contract Documents.(5) Provide submittals to the RDP, Owner and Commissioning Team.(6) Develop individual system test plan, including acceptance and integrated testing.(7) Notify the General Contractor and FCxA when systems are ready for testing.(8) Demonstrate the performance of the systems, including integration.(9) Complete the Construction Checklists as the work is accomplished.(10) Continuously maintain the Record Drawings as required by the Construction Documents.

(1) Provide technical support to the Installation Contractor.(2) Provide all information required for the operation and maintenance of the system.(3) Provide the requirements to maintain the warranty as part of the initial submittal.


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 3(4) Provide factory test documentation when required(5) Assist the Installation Contractor in the development of the individual systems test plans.(6) Assist the Installation Contractor and Commissioning Team with installation verification and testing.(7) Assist in development and implementation of system training.

(1) Participate and assist in the development of the OPR.(2) Document the Basis of Design.(3) Prepare Contract Documents.(4) Respond to the Commissioning Team design submission review comments.(5) Specify operation and maintenance of systems in the project specifications.(6) Review and incorporate the Commissioning Teams comments, as appropriate.(7) Review test procedures submitted by the installation contractor.(8) Review and comment on the Commissioning Process Progress Reports andIssues Log reports.(9) Review and accept record documents as required by the Contract Documents.(10) Review and comment on the final Commissioning Record.(11) Recommend final acceptance of the systems to the Owner.

(1) Include Commissioning Process requirements and activities in all contracts.(2) Obtain cooperation and participation of all subcontractors and manufacturers.(3) Attend required Commissioning Team meetings.(4) Include Commissioning Process milestones in the project schedule.(5) Notify the FCxA when systems are ready for testing.(6) Certify that all work has been completed and the facility is operational in accordance with the Contract Documents.(7) Remedy deficiencies identified by the Commissioning Team during installation verification or testing.(8) Review and comment on the final Commissioning Record.

(1) Review and comment on the OPR.(2) Provide technical assistance to the Commissioning Team, RDP and Installation Contractor.(3) Review any changes to the OPR.(4) Review the construction documents.(5) Review the Commissioning Team's Commissioning Process Progress Reports.(6) Review the Commissioning Team's progress reports.(7) Review the Commissioning Team's Commissioning Record.(8) Review the Systems Manual.

(1) Attend systems training sessions.(2) Review and comment on the OPR.(3) Review and comment on the Systems Manuals.(4) Organize, coordinate and implement system inspection, testing and maintenance as required by the Systems

Manuals.

(1) Participate in Commissioning Team meetings as necessary.(2) Provide all inspection, testing and performance criteria required for acceptance and issuance of Certificate of

Occupancy to be included in the Commissioning Plan.(3) Witness installation verification and system testing in conjunction with the Commissioning Team, as necessary.(4) Identify appropriate AHJ personnel to attend training. (Personnel associated with the AHJ)● Renumber existing Section 10.2 to 10.3● Add new Section 4.2.2.2 as follows:4.2.2.2 The Fire Protection and Life Safety Commissioning Team shall meet the requirements of Chapter 10.

The responsibilities of the FPLS commissioning team belong in Chapter 10 with the qualifications. Inaddition, the responsibilities should be listed prior to the qualifications to clarify the importance and role of the individualFPLS commissioning team members.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.1 through


Report on Proposals – June 2011 NFPA 35.2.2.15.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-175 Log #49


Revise text to read as follows:The Fire Commissioning Agent shall have no financial interest (owner, division or subsidiary, partner, operating officer,

distributor, salesman or technical representative) in any fire protection or life safety equipment manufacturers, suppliersor installers for any such equipment provided as part of the project, or a service provider for the project. As such,qualified independent third party firms or individuals shall be considered for designation as the Fire CommissioningAgent.

This will strengthen the independence of the Fire Commissioning Agent. The existing language leavestoo much open for interpretation. This language clear lines of separation.

This would defeat the intent of the definition of Commissioning Agent, who is a service provider.Committee agrees the commissioning agent should not have a bias as already stated in the Standard. Safeguardsproposed are already covered in the annex.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-176 Log #93


Revise text as follows:

Installation contractor(s) shall be knowledgeable and experienced in the installation of the type of systemproposed to be installed.

Installation contractor(s) shall be licensed and/or (certified) where required by the AHJ and/or codes andstandards.

The proposed revision changes the intent from multiple contractors to one or more contractorsdepending on the specific project. The revision to section 10.2.2.2 revises the requirement to licensed or certifieddepending on the locality. Some AHJs in both the U.S. and abroad provide/require a certification but not a license.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-129 (Log #CP24) Section 5.2.1 through5.2.2.15.




Revise text as follows:

A Registered Design Professional (RDP) shall be a registered (licensed) professional engineer, architect, orother professional with credentials acceptable to the jurisdiction where the project is taking place.

The Registered Design Professionals (RDP) shall be individually identified in the specifications or otherenabling documentation.

At a minimum, a qualified Registered Design Professional shall havecomprehensive knowledge of the following:

(1) The design, installation, operation and maintenance of all systems proposed to be installed(2) How individual and integrated systems operate during a fire or other emergency.

Section 10.2.3.1 is a definition and should be located in Chapter 3 and aligned with the NFPA glossaryof terms.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-178 Log #30


Revise text to read as follows:Insert the attached forms into Annex D and renumber existing Annex D to Annex E.

Approved commissioning documents and forms shall be used to record commissioning and integrated testing offire and life safety systems.

the forms shown in Annex D are examples of the documentation required by this standard.

***Insert Artwork Forms 1-9 Here***Sample test forms are needed.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-172 (Log #CP29) Section 10.1 andCommittee Proposal 3-181 (Log #CP30) Section A.10.1.


NFPA 3 F2010 ROC

Comment on Proposal 3-210

Figure D.1.4 Commissioning Submittal / Approval

COMMISSIONING SUBMITTAL / APPROVAL

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Prefunctional checklist: ____________________________________________________

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Code

Submitting Codes: I = Initial Submittal: The attached submittal has been reviewed, and the equipment,

documents or performance represented comply with the contract documents.

A = Approved as complying with the contract documents.

C = Note Corrections. Approved, but need to resubmit for the record, after correcting.

NA = Not Acceptable. Resubmittal required for review.

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Figure D.1.5 Sequence of Operation and Functional Test Procedures Submittal

SEQUENCES OF OPERATION AND

FUNCTIONAL TEST PROCEDURES SUBMITTAL

Project: _________________________________ SUBMITTAL NO: ______________ New Resubmittal

From (initially): _________________________ To (initially):___________________________

Equipment / System Tag and Name: _______________________________________________

Included:

___Sequences of Operation (enlarged from original control drawings and specification documents)

___Functional test procedures and forms

Submissions / Returns

The following checked individuals will receive these documents for review and/or approval:

Party For review & comment only For review & approval For record only General Contractor ____ ____ ____

Mechanical Contractor ____ ____ ____

Electrical Contractor ____ ____ ____

Controls Contractor ____ ____ ____

Construction Manager ____ ____ ____

Owner’s Representative ____ ____ ____

AHJ ________ ____

Path

To:__________

___________

From: _______

____________

To:__________

___________

From: _______

____________

To:__________

___________

From: _______

____________

To:_________

____________

From: _______

____________

To:_________

____________

From: _______

____________

Comments

by Submitter

See Key (1) Notes attached





Copies Submitter

Signature

Title

Date

ReviewCode Key: (1) Review and comment on the sequences and/or test procedures as to their compliance with the specs.

Check tests for personnel safety and to keep equip. warranty in force.

Review Codes: AM = Approved by mechanical contractor (or electrical contractor) as complying with the

contract documents. Tests will not void warranty or damage equipment and do not

present unsafe conditions for personnel.

AC = Approved by controls contractor as complying with the contract documents.

AE = Approved by the design engineer as complying with the contract documents.

NC = Note Corrections. Approved, but need to resubmit for the record, after correcting.

NA = Not Acceptable. Resubmittal required for review.

Abbreviations: CA = commissioning agent/authority, CM = construction manager, GC = general contractor’s rep.,

A/E = architect or engineer of record, Sub = responsible subcontractor or vendor.

AHJ = Authority Having Jurisdiction

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Figure D.1.6 Cx Test or Document Approval

COMMISSIONING TEST OR DOCUMENT APPROVAL Project: _________________________ To: ______________________________

From: ____________________________

__Completed Functional Test Approval

Equipment / System Name: _________________________ Equipment Tag: _______

Functional Test Description: ________________________________________________

__Document Review Document Name and ID: _________________________________

Review Description: _______________________________________________________

The test(s) of the above equipment or the review of the referenced document(s) have been

completed and performance of the component, system or documents complies with the

acceptance criteria in the testing or document requirements of the Specifications and Contract

Documents, subject to the changes being made as listed below or on an attached sheet.

__Sheets attached

A copy of the completed test or document review is attached. (Y/N) ____

Commissioning Agent Approval:

______________________________________________________ _____________________ Commissioning Agent Date

Construction Manager Approval:

The test or review results relating to the above equipment has been reviewed and approved as

complying with the contract documents.

______________________________________________________ _____________________ Construction Manager Date

Exclusions:

cc:

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Figure D.1.7 Cx Progress report

COMMISSIONING PROGRESS REPORT

Project: _______________________ Date: _____________ Prepared by:________________

Reporting Period: ______________________ Report #:________

Commissioning tasks worked on since last report and general progress:

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

Areas where schedule is not being met: _______________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

Recommended actions: ______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

Requested schedule adjustments: ____________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

Next steps: __________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________

Other comments (include general comments and field notes): ______________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Issues Log Attached. (Y/N) _____

_______________________________________ Commissioning Agent

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Figure D.1.8 Cx Issues Log

COMMISSIONING ISSUES LOG Project: ______________________________ Attach additional pages as necessary for issues requiring more explanation and tracking. Prepared by:______________ Page _____ of ______

#

Issue

Date

Found

Code / Document

Reference

Possible

Cause

Recommendations

Actions Taken

O&M

Doc.

Issue?

Signature

& Date

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Figure D.1.9 Cx Corrective Action Report

Project: __________________________________________ ID: _______

Equipment / System:_______________________________Equipment / System ID: ___________

Identified from: __Test, __Review, __Discussion _____________________, Site visit __________ Date

The above equipment has been observed, tested or the performance report reviewed and was found to not

comply with the contract documents.

Deficiencies or Issues and Effects: ___________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

Corrective Action: Required Recommended.

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

For testing to proceed in a timely manner, it is imperative that the required corrective action be

completed by: _______________________________________________________________ Date or Event

_________________________________ ____________________ ______________________________________ __________________

Commissioning Agent Date Owner’s Representative Date

Forwarded to the following parties on __________________ for corrective action:

Date

____________________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

Attachments (Y / N)________

Fill in the following section and return entire form to commissioning agent when corrected.

Statement of Correction

The above deficiencies have been corrected with the following actions:

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

________________________________ ___________________________________________________ _______________

Signature Firm Date

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Figure D.1.10 Cx Functional Testing Plan Overview

COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONAL TESTING PLAN OVERVIEW


Equipment /

Estimated Duration

of Test (hrs)

Needed

Test

System and

Related Controls When Testing Can Start

(date or event) During

Occupied

Period

During

Unoccupied

Period1

Participants at

Testing (besides CA)

Test

Written?

Proced.

Needs

Review

1These columns are to designate whether tests must be done during hours when the building is not

occupied.

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Figure D.1.11 Cx Functional Testing Status

COMMISSIONING FUNCTIONAL TESTING STATUS


Equipment /

System

Functionally

Tested?

Pass / Fail When Can It Be Retested? Next Test

Date

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Figure D.1.12 Training and Orientation Agenda

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TRAINING AND ORIENTATION AGENDA

Project: _______________________ Date: _______________

Equipment / System: Spec Section: _____________

Section 1. Audience and General Scope [Owner and Commissioning Agent fill out this section and

transmit entire form to responsible contractors. Attach training specification section.

Intended audience type (enter number of staff): ___facility manager, ___facility engineer, ___facility technician,

___project manager, ___tenant, ___other:__________________________________________

General objectives and scope of training: (check all that apply)

___ A. Provide an overview of the purpose and operation of this equipment, including required interactions of

trainees with the equipment.

___ B. Provide technical information regarding the purpose, operation and maintenance of this equipment at an

intermediate level, expecting that serious malfunctions will be addressed by factory reps.

___ C. Provide technical information regarding the purpose, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of

this equipment at a very detailed level, expecting that almost all operation, service and repair will be

provided by the trainees.

Section 2. Instructors [Commissioning agent fills in Company. Trainer fills out the balance, prior to training.]

ID Trainer Company Position / Qualifications

1) ________________________ __________________ ______________________________________

2) ________________________ __________________ ______________________________________

3) ________________________ __________________ ______________________________________

Section 3. Agenda [The responsible contractors have their trainers fill out this section and submit to Owner and

Commissioning Agent for review and approval prior to conducting training.]

Location: ___site _____________________________________ Date __________________

___classroom (location)_____________________________________, Date___________________

Agenda of general subjects covered Duration Instructor

Completed ( all that will be covered) ( when completed) (min.) (ID) ()

___General purpose of this system or equipment (design intent) ________ ________ ______

___Review of control drawings and schematics (have copies for attendees) ________ ________ ______

___Startup, loading, normal operation, unloading, shutdown, unoccupied

operation, seasonal changeover, etc., as applicable ________ ________ ______

___Integral controls (packaged): programming, troubleshooting, alarms,

manual operation ________ ________ ______

___Building automation controls (BAS): programming, troubleshooting,

alarms, manual operation, interface with integral controls ________ ________ ______

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___Interactions with other systems, operation during power outage and fire ________ ________ ______

___Relevant health and safety issues and concerns and special safety features ________

________ ______

___Energy conserving operation and strategies ________ ________ ______

___Any special issues to maintain warranty ________ ________ ______

___Common troubleshooting issues and methods, control system warnings

and error messages, including using the control system for diagnostics ________ ________ ______

___Special requirements of tenants for this equipment’s function ________ ________ ______

___Service, maintenance, and preventative maintenance (sources,

spare parts inventory, special tools, etc.) ________ ________ ______

___Question and answer period ________ ________ ______

___ Emergency responder Procedure ________ ________ ______

Other subjects covered, specific to the equipment: Duration Instructor

Completed

_____________________________________________________________ ________ ________

______

_____________________________________________________________ ________ ________ ______

_____________________________________________________________ ________ ________ ______

_____________________________________________________________ ________ ________ ______

_____________________________________________________________ ________ ________ ______

_____________________________________________________________ ________ ________ ______

_____________________________________________________________ ________ ________ ______

Total duration of training (hrs) --------------------------------------------------->

______

Training methods that will be included (clarify as needed): (Trainer checks all that apply)

use of the O&M manuals, illustrating where the verbal training information is found in writing

each attendee will be provided: 1) the control drawing schematic and sequence of operations;

2) a copy of this agenda.

discussion/lecture at site______________________________________________________________

site demonstration of equipment operation________________________________________________

___written handouts____________________________________________________________________

___manufacturer training manuals_________________________________________________________

___classroom lecture____________________________________________________________________

___classroom hands-on equipment_________________________________________________________

___video presentation___________________________________________________________________

question and answer period____________________________________________________________

Section 4. Approvals and Use [Once the Agenda has been filled out by the Trainer, the Owner and

Commissioning Agent review, make edits, sign and return to Contractor who provides to the Trainer for use during training. Copies of Agenda shall be provided to trainees.]

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This plan has been approved by the following individuals, subject to the additions and clarifications noted in the left

columns marked “add.” (This is not an approval of training completion.)

_______________________________________ _________________________ Owner’s Representative Date

_______________________________________ _________________________ Commissioning Agent Date



Revise text to read as follows:Test documents shall be retained by the owner, on site, for the life of the system.

A.11.4 The documents should be maintained at the site, but this may not always be practical. If the test documents arekept somewhere other than on-site, then there should be a sign indicating where the documents are located.

There are many times that the test document s may not be safely kept at a site. For example, anoffice building that is leased to others than the owner may not have a suitable location to keep the documents. It wouldbe better for the owner to maintain the documents at the owner’s office with other vital records. A second example is ahazardous storage building. The test documents could be easily destroyed.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-172 (Log #CP29) Section 10.4 andCommittee Proposal 3-181 (Log #CP30) Section A.10.4.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-180 Log #80


Revise text to read as follows:Renumber sections in Annex.A.3.13 should be A.3.3.12A.3.19 should be A.3.3.18Figure A.3.19 is Figure A.3.3.18A.3.20.1 should be A.3.3.19.1Figure A.3.20.1 should be Figure A.3.3.19.1A.3.22.2 should be A.3.3.21.2A.3.22.3 should be A.3.3.21.3A.3.22.4 should be A.3.3.21.4

Section numbering became mixed up in editing the draft. These changes should correct the problems.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-181 (Log #CP30) Annex A.




Revise Annex A to read as follows:

***** include NFPA 3 Annex A.doc*********

Certain explanatory in the Annex that no longer applied to NFPA 3 as a proposed standard has beenremoved. In addition, new Annex material has been added in correlation with some of the new definitions added toChapter 3 (i.e installation contractor, passive fire protection system, etc.). A new figure has been provided for theintegrated system definition Annex material. This new figure more accurately and clearly depicts example of integratedsystems. Table 5.1.1 has been added to demonstrate examples of roles and responsibilities of the various members ofa commissioning team. Annex material has been added to Chapter 5 to better clarify the responsibilities of thecommissioning agent and the insurance representative, to provide examples of passive fire protection systems, and tofurther clarify other new material added to Chapter 5. Annex material for Chapter 7 has been added to provide examplesof and further explain interconnected systems, to provide examples of the scopes of work that can be included inintegrated testing, and to further clarify the responsibilities of the integrated testing agent. Annex material has beenprovided for Chapter 9 to clarify the application and purpose of the Chapter and to further explain the option of a 5-yearinterval for integrated testing.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-182 Log #191


Add new text to read as follows:No A.3.3.2.2 was located even though such was indicated by 3.3.2.2*. The proposed text for A.3.3.2.2 reads as

follows: “The qualified person, company or agency that plans, coordinates and oversees the entire commissioningprocess may be required meet the qualifications established by the owner, as well as the qualifications that may beestablished by the AHJ(‘s). The respective AHJ(‘s) need to be consulted prior to the selection of the CommissioningAuthority so that all qualification requirements are identified and met.”

There needs to be some guidance in the standard to notify the responsible persons that the AHJ(‘s)may have laws, rules, regulations, policies, or practices that establish minimum qualifications for individuals and or firmsthat are involved in the commissioning process. The proposed text is provided as an example. If the example is notacceptable, I urge the TC to provide the needed guidance in A.3.3.2.2.

This document does not specify qualifications for total commissioning. The asterisk was aneditorial error. The AHJ is already part of the commissioning team.


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NFPA 3 Log #CP30 Rec A2011 ROP

Annex A Explanatory Material

Annex A is not a part of the requirements of this NFPA document but is included for

informational purposes only. This annex contains explanatory material, numbered to correspond

with the applicable text paragraphs.

A.1.2 System commissioning and integrated testing is critical to ascertain that systems are

installed and function in accordance with the BOD and OPR and that testing is documented. It is

not the intent of this standard to supplant the existing requirements of other codes and standards,

but this standard can provide the appropriate guidance for a specific system or component where

testing is not otherwise addressed. Such guidance should be developed by the fire protection and

life safety commissioning team.

A.1.3 Planning for fire protection and life safety in and around a building or structure involves an

integrated system approach that enables the system designer to analyze all of the components as

a total fire safety system package.

A.1.3.1 This standard is not intended to be applied where not required by applicable codes or

other requirements of the owners’ project requirements (OPR) or AHJ.

A.1.3.1(1) Project infrastructure should include those systems and utilities necessary for the

support and operation of the fire protection and life safety systems of the proposed project.

These infrastructure items can include the following:

(1) Access roadways for general ingress and egress and those necessary for fire department

access in accordance with local codes, standards, and policies

(2) Utility systems for the provisions of electric power, fuel gas, water, and waste water;

communication systems, and any other utility system deemed essential for the support of project

operations

(3) On-site combined heat and power generation systems, electric power generation plants or

systems, fuel gas storage facilities, water supply and storage facilities, and environmental or

waste management systems

A.1.3.1(6) Examples of standby power would include power to smoke control systems, stair

pressurization systems, smoke-proof enclosure ventilation systems, electric driven fire pumps,

fire service access elevators, fire suppression system controllers, and so forth.

A.1.3.1(8) Examples include, but are not limited to, floor ceilings and roof decks, doors,

windows, barriers, walls, and other fire and smoke control assemblies.

A.1.3.1 (11) Egress system and egress components should include the following:

(1) Emergency lighting and exit signs

(2) Egress components (e.g., corridors, stairs)

(3) Major egress components, such as corridors, stairs, ramps, and so forth

(4) Exit path marking systems

A.1.3.2 Fire and life safety systems can have problems during startup and installation. When

implemented correctly, a realistic commissioning plan minimizes startup and long-term

problems, reduces operational costs, and minimizes future maintenance requirements.

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A.1.3.2(5) Consideration should be given to providing training for emergency response

personnel.

A.1.3.3(3) See Figure A.3.3.16 for a sample fire alarm system.

A.1.3.5 In order for all of the requirements of NFPA 13 to apply to a project, the specifications

need to require the entire commissioning process rather than just referencing NFPA 3. For many

simple buildings, NFPA 3 can be considered satisfied by performing the acceptance tests and the

inspection, testing, and maintenance required by the NFPA standards for the systems in a

building. For example, a building with a simple sprinkler system and alarm system can meet

NFPA 3 by meeting the requirements of NFPA 13, NFPA 25, and NFPA 72. In order to invoke

the rest of the requirements of NFPA 3, the specifications need to reference 1.3.5. For example,

in order to invoke the requirements in the rest of NFPA 3, specifications should read, “The

building fire protection systems shall be designed, installed, tested, commissioned, and

maintained in accordance with commissioning process of NFPA 3, Commissioning and

Integrated Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems.” Without this specific language,

only 1.3.5 of NFPA 3 would apply.

A.3.2.1 Approved. The National Fire Protection Association does not approve, inspect, or

certify any installations, procedures, equipment, or materials; nor does it approve or evaluate

testing laboratories. In determining the acceptability of installations, procedures, equipment, or

materials, the authority having jurisdiction may base acceptance on compliance with NFPA or

other appropriate standards. In the absence of such standards, said authority may require

evidence of proper installation, procedure, or use. The authority having jurisdiction may also

refer to the listings or labeling practices of an organization that is concerned with product

evaluations and is thus in a position to determine compliance with appropriate standards for the

current production of listed items.

A.3.2.2 Authority Having Jurisdiction. The phrase “authority having jurisdiction,” or its

acronym AHJ, is used in NFPA documents in a broad manner, since jurisdictions and approval

agencies vary, as do their responsibilities. Where public safety is primary, the authority having

jurisdiction may be a federal, state, local, or other regional department or individual such as a

fire chief; fire marshal; chief of a fire prevention bureau, labor department, or health department;

building official; electrical inspector; or others having statutory authority. For insurance

purposes, an insurance inspection department, rating bureau, or other insurance company

representative may be the authority having jurisdiction. In many circumstances, the property

owner or his or her designated agent assumes the role of the authority having jurisdiction; at

government installations, the commanding officer or departmental official may be the authority

having jurisdiction.

A.3.2.3 Listed. The means for identifying listed equipment may vary for each organization

concerned with product evaluation; some organizations do not recognize equipment as listed

unless it is also labeled. The authority having jurisdiction should utilize the system employed by

the listing organization to identify a listed product.

A.3.2.4 Recommended Practice. There are other standards-making bodies that define the term

recommended practice differently.

A.3.3.1 Basis of Design (BOD). The basis of design is normally used to assist the

commissioning authority and the authority having jurisdiction in the plan review, inspection, and

acceptance process.

A.3.3.2 Building. The term building is to be understood as if followed by the words “or portions

thereof”. The intent is to also apply this standard to structures such as roadway and transit

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tunnels, bridges, towers, fuel storage facilities, and other structures in so far as this document

applies.

A.3.3.3.1 Commissioning (Cx). Commissioning is achieved in the design phase by documenting

the design intent and continuing throughout construction, acceptance, and the warrantee period

with actual verification of performance, operation and maintenance (O&M) documentation

verification, and the training of operating personnel.

A.3.3.3.2 Commissioning Authority (Cx). A commissioning authority is typically provided and

leads the overall fire protection and life safety commissioning team when the commissioning

process is applied to more than one building system — that is, total building commissioning.

When the commissioning process is only applied to fire and life safety systems, the FCxA can

assume the role of the commissioning authority.

A.3.3.3.3 Commissioning Plan. The commissioning plan establishes the framework for how

commissioning will be handled and managed on a given project.

A.3.3.3.6 Re-commissioning (Re-Cx). Re-commissioning can be initiated periodically or in

response to building renovation or a change in building use.

A.3.3.3.7 Retro-commissioning (RCx). Retro-commissioning is a process that ensures that

building systems perform interactively according to the design intent and/or to meet the owner’s

current operational needs. This is achieved by documenting the design intent where possible and

the current operational needs, measuring the existing performance, implementing necessary

operational and/or system modifications, followed by actual verification of performance,

verification of operation and maintenance (O&M) documentation, and the training of operating

personnel.

Retro-commissioning explains the analogy and methodology used by the designers in the design

of the systems for the protection of the building, occupants, and emergency response personnel.

A.3.3.8 Installation Contractor. Installation contractors often provide shop drawings, working

plans, and other related documents.

A.3.3.11 Narrative. The narrative is written to assist and expedite the plan review and

inspection process by the AHJ. It is maintained on file for use at the time of final inspection and

for periodic reviews during future field inspections. It is referenced by the building owner and

authority having jurisdiction to insure that all future modifications, alterations, additions, or

deletions to the original systems are current and that the original system’s protection and

required system performance are not compromised or have not been altered without building or

fire official prior review. The narrative should be recognized by all entities that it is one of the

key documents associated with the commissioning process.

Building owners benefit by knowing how their building’s fire protection and life safety systems

work. The narrative provides a procedure including methods for testing and maintenance. A

copy of the narrative report should be kept on the premises and should be available for review

prior to testing and proposed modifications to any portion of the building’s fire protection and

life safety systems.

Development Format. The narrative is prepared by a qualified, identified individual who has

“taken charge” in the development of an entire coordinated narrative that includes all

information regarding the design basis, sequence of operation, and testing criteria associated with

all required or non-required fire protection systems set forth by applicable laws, codes,

regulations, and local ordinances of the jurisdiction and applicable national and or international

standards.

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The narrative should be submitted with plans and specifications for review and approval by the

AHJ prior to the issuance of a building permit. The narrative should be written in a clear

conversational format. The construction specifications should not be considered a narrative,

however some applicable portions of the construction specifications could be included to support

or clarify the intent of the narrative. The narrative is a stand-alone document, it should be 8-1/2

in. x 11 in. for filing and ease of use by the AHJ and building owners including an administrative

cover page identifying the project name, building address, name, address, and phone number of

the individual who has “taken charge” in the preparation of the narrative.

Commentary. Codes and standards are written in a way to require uniformity in design and

construction for all buildings and structures. The codes and standards can be subjective and are

subject to interpretation by building owners, designers, and the AHJ; uniformity is not always

necessarily achieved. The narrative should attempt to clarify to the AHJ the designer’s intent and

interpretation of the code and standards. The AHJ can agree or disagree with the designer’s

interpretation. Historically, the requirements for fire protection and life safety systems have

become site specific and building code requirements are not uniformly enforced. The size of the

community, fire department staffing, fire department equipment availability, and suppression

tactics established by the local fire department have affected the uniformity of enforcement. Site

specific requirements more or less than that of the building code can have reasonable intent,

however this type of enforcement in some cases has proven to be controversial in the

applicability of code uniformity. The narrative can be and should be a valuable instrument when

accurately prepared, and it will establish a line of communication between the designer and the

Authority Having Jurisdiction, resulting in what the building codes and standards mandate,

which is uniformity and consensus in the interpretation of the codes and standards. The narrative

should be written in a three sectional format and subsections as necessary (methodology,

sequence of operation, and testing criteria sections) for clarity and should be limited to a

summary. A sample narrative outline can be found in Annex B.

A.3.3.16 Sequence of Operation. See Figure A.3.3.16.

Figure A.3.3.16 Sequence of Operation.

(as shown in the draft at the end of this report)

A.3.3.18.2 Active Fire Protection System. Examples of active systems include but are not

limited to gaseous extinguishing systems, sprinklers, standpipes, dampers or fire alarm systems.

A.3.3.18.4 Life Safety System. These can include both active and passive fire protection

systems, devices, or assemblies; several items of equipment, processes, actions, or behaviors,

grouped or interconnected so as to reduce injuries or death from fire or other life-threatening

event.

A.3.3.18.5 Passive Fire Protection System. Examples of passive systems include but are not

limited to floor-ceilings and roof, door, window, and wall assemblies, spray-applied fire-resistant

materials and other fire and smoke control assemblies. Passive fire protection systems can

include active components and may be impacted by active systems, such as fire dampers.

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A.3.3.19.1 Integrated System. An integrated system contains systems that are physically

connected and others that are not. An integrated system can contain a combination of fire

protection and life safety systems and non-fire protection and life safety systems (i.e. building

systems such as elevators, HVAC systems, automatic door closures, etc.) that may or may not be

physically connected, but that are required to operate together as a whole to achieve overall fire

protection and life safety objectives.

For example, a smoke control system is often activated by water flow in a sprinkler system but

the sprinkler system is not physically connected to the HVAC system. The physical connection is

from the sprinkler system to the fire alarm system and then to the building automation system.

Further examples of integrated systems include is the need for wall integrity when using total

flooding suppression agents or automatic door closures that are to close upon activation of smoke

control systems or stair pressurization systems. See Figure A.3.3.19.1 for examples of integrated

systems.

Figure A.3.3.19.1 Integrated System.


A.3.3.19.2 Interconnected System. Interconnected systems are connected so that a binary

output from one system causes a binary input in another system or systems. One example is a

waterflow switch that is either open or closed (binary output) which when connected to the input

of a fire alarm system can cause multiple outputs in the fire alarm system including sounding the

waterflow bell and notification appliances, starting smoke control systems, and so forth.

Combined systems are connected so that data from one component system is shared with other

component systems, which then make independent decisions to achieve a desired result. The

communication can be one-way or two-way, serial or parallel. A combined system can have

components that are interconnected too. An integrated system is one in which the components

communicate between multiple data processing units.

Interconnected systems consist of electrically, optically, or wireless transmissions, normal/not-

normal connections, or data transfer protocols such as BACnet and LonWorks.

A.3.3.19.2.1 Switch Connections. For purposes of this definition a relay is an electrically

controlled switch. An example of a monitored switch is a waterflow switch that is either open or

closed (normal/not-normal output) which when connected to the input of a fire alarm system can

cause multiple outputs in the fire alarm system including sounding the waterflow bell and

notification appliances, starting smoke control systems, and so forth. An example of a relay as a

switch connection is for elevator control when a fire alarm relay controls when the fire fighters’

recall occurs through the elevator control monitoring the status of the fire alarm relay.

A.3.3.19.2.2 Data Sharing Systems. Data sharing systems are connected such that data from

one component system is shared with other component systems, which then make independent

decisions to achieve a desired result. The communication can be one-way or two-way, serial or

parallel. A data sharing system can have components that are switch connections too.

A.3.3.19.3 Interconnections. Interconnections could consist of electrical binary connections or

data transfer protocols. Example of data transfers are BACnet or other data exchange protocols.

A.3.3.21.2 Integrated Testing. Integrated testing can include other building systems integrated

to fire and life safety systems such as elevator recall or HVAC control.

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A.3.3.21.3 Pre-Functional Testing. Such testing should follow the original acceptance test at

intervals specified in the applicable installation or maintenance standard, and may include

procedures recommended by the manufacturer’s published documentation.

Pre-functional testing is conducted in preparation for other types of testing. A pre-functional

testing checklist is often incorporated into the startup process. This testing is typically conducted

according to a checklist developed by the FCxA that incorporates manufacturers’ requirements

and insures objectives prior to final acceptance testing. These tests can be complete or partial. In

many cases such as with fire pumps per NFPA 20 this is required prior to acceptance testing as

the coordination of attendance by multiple AHJs can be required.

A.3.3.21.4 Preliminary Testing. Preliminary testing is conducted in preparation for other types

of testing. A preliminary testing checklist is often incorporated into the startup process.

A.4.2.1.1 Examples of individuals qualified to provide FCxA services can include, but are not

limited to, those individuals who are as follows:

(1) Registered professional fire protection engineers

(2) Registered professional engineers in other disciplines with sufficient knowledge in

the applicable fire protection and life safety systems

(3) Professionals experienced in the design, operation, or construction of the type of

facility to be commissioned

(4) Professionals experienced in the design, operation, or installation of the type of fire

and life safety systems installed

The FCxA should have no business relationships (owner, division or subsidiary, partner,

operating officer, distributor, salesman, or technical representative) with any fire protection or

life safety equipment manufacturers, suppliers, or installers for any such equipment provided as

part of this project. As such, qualified independent third-party firms or individuals should be

considered for designation as the FCxA. The FCxA should have a minimum of five years

experience in facility construction, inspection, acceptance testing, or commissioning as it relates

to fire protection and life safety.

A.4.2.2.2 Installation contractors should be certified by an organization responsible for

certification of technical installation personnel and approved by the AHJ.

A.4.2.4 Construction managers should possess skills in the following categories of construction

management:

(1) Project management planning

(2) Cost management

(3) Time management

(4) Quality management

(5) Contract administration

(6) Safety management

(7) Professional practice

This should include specific activities such as defining the responsibilities and management

structure of the project management team, organizing and leading by implementing project

controls, defining roles and responsibilities and developing communication protocols, and

identifying elements of project design and construction likely to give rise to disputes and claims.

A.4.2.5.2 The level of knowledge required should be commensurate with the level of interaction

with the systems.

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A.4.2.6 Governmental AHJs (fire inspection personnel) should have the ability to determine the

operational readiness of fire detection and alarm systems and fire suppression systems, given test

documentation and field observations, so that systems are in an operational state.

Fire inspection personnel should be able to verify code compliance of heating, ventilating, and

air conditioning (HVAC) equipment and operations so that the systems and other equipment are

maintained in accordance with applicable codes and standards.

In addition, fire inspection personnel involved in fire protection system commissioning should be

able to witness an acceptance test for integrated fire protection systems so that the test is

conducted in accordance with the approved design and applicable codes and standards, and the

system performance can be evaluated for compliance. Individuals should be able to demonstrate

knowledge of the codes and standards related to the installation and operational requirements of

integrated fire and life safety systems, such as elevator recall or operation of a smoke removal

system upon activation of fire detection devices, or other integrated operations of fire protection

systems in a structure in accordance with the applicable building, mechanical, and/or fire codes

of the jurisdiction. A.4.2.7 Governmental AHJs (fire inspection personnel) should have the ability to determine the

operational readiness of fire detection and alarm systems and fire suppression systems, given test

documentation and field observations, so that systems are in an operational state. Fire inspection

personnel should be able to verify code compliance of heating, ventilating and air conditioning

(HVAC) equipment and operations so that the systems and other equipment are maintained in

accordance with applicable codes and standards. In addition, fire inspection personnel involved in

fire protection system commissioning should be able to witness an acceptance test for integrated fire

protection systems so that the test is conducted in accordance with the approved design, applicable

codes and standards and the system performance can be evaluated for compliance. Individuals should

be able to demonstrate knowledge of the codes and standards related to the installation and

operational requirements of integrated fire and life safety systems, such as elevator recall or

operation of a smoke removal system upon activation of fire detection devices, or other integrated

operations of fire protection systems in a structure in accordance with the applicable building,

mechanical and/or fire codes of the jurisdiction.

A.4.2.6.2 License and/or certification requirements can be provided by the AHJ or other

applicable NFPA or industry standards.

A.5.1.1 The fire protection and life safety commissioning team should review with the owner

and AHJ to determine the systems that should be subject to commissioning. Commissioning

might not be required for all facilities, systems, or components. However, acceptance and

integrated testing should still be performed. A reasonable degree of protection for life and

property can be provided by acceptance and integrated testing for small systems or those

integrated systems having simple logic. For examples of roles and responsibilities, see Table

A.5.1.1.

Table A.5.1.1

Legend

L = Lead

P = Participate

S = Support

Owner

Facility

Manager or

Operations

Personnel

Insurance

Rep

Owner

Technical

Support

Construction

Manager

Installation

Contractor

CX

Agent

RDP

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I = Inform

A = Accept

V = Verify

Planning Stage

Identify

Commissioning

Team

L/A S S P/S

Develop Owner’s

Project

Requirements

L/A S S S

Develop preliminary

commissioning

scope

L S S P/S

Develop Preliminary

Commissioning Plan

L S S S

Establish budget for

all Cx work &

integrate costs for

commissioning

into project budget

L S S

Include time for Cx

in initial project

schedule

L I I I

Include Cx

responsibilities in

A/E & CM scope of

services

L/A S S

Design Stage

Contract for

Commissioning

Agent Services

L/A P P L

Hold Design Stage

Cx meetings

P P P P P L P

Identify project

specific

responsibilities

L L S S P P

Review Owner’s

Project

Requirements

documentation for

completeness &

clarity

S S I I L I

Develop Basis of

Design

A P P S/A I I L

Perform focused Cx

reviews of design

drawings &

specifications

P P P P S L S

Perform project

constructability

reviews

P I/P L I/S S

Incorporate

appropriate changes

to contract

A P I I I L

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documents

based upon design

reviews

Refine Owner’s

Project

Requirements based

upon Design Stage

Decisions

A P S I L S

Create Cx

specifications

including testing

protocols for all

commissioned

equip./systems

I I I P/S S L S

Integrate Cx

activities into project

schedule

A I I L S I

Coordinate

integration issues &

responsibilities

between equipment,

systems &

disciplines

A I P/S S V L

Update

Commissioning Plan

A I I I S L I

Incorporate

commissioning

requirements into

Construction

Contractor’s Scope

of Work

A I L S S

Construction Stage

Revise

Commissioning Plan

as necessary

A I I I S I L

Review submittals

applicable to

equipment/systems

being

commissioned

I A P A S S L

Review project

submittals for

construction quality

control &

specification

conformance

I I/P A L S V

Develop functional

test procedures and

documentation

formats for all

commissioned

equipment &

assemblies

A I I S/A S S I L

Include Cx

requirements and

A A L V

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activities in each

purchase

order and

subcontract written

Develop

construction

checklists for

equipment/systems

to be

commissioned

A P I I I L

Install components

& systems

I I A A L V

Review RFIs and

changes for impacts

on Cx

A I I/S S L S V

Demonstrate

operation of systems

I P/I I P L V

Complete

construction

checklists as the

work is

accomplished

I I I I S L A

Continuously

maintain the record

drawings and submit

as

detailed in the

contract documents

A S I S L V

Coordinate

functional testing for

all commissioned

systems

& assemblies

I I P/A I S S L/A

Perform quality

control inspections

I I I/P L S P/I

Maintain record of

functional testing

I I I I/P I S S L

Prepare Cx Progress

Reports

A I I/P I P S L

Hold Construction

Phase Cx meetings

P P P P P P P L

Maintain master

Issues Log

I I I I S I L

Review equipment

warranties to ensure

owner

responsibilities are

clearly defined

I I S S L

Implement training

program for

Operating Personnel

I P P I/S P S S L

Compile and deliver

Turnover Package

A A S S L S/V

Deliver

Commissioning

A P I S S S L

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Record

Occupancy Stage

Coordinate &

supervise deficiency

corrections

A P I I/S L S I

Coordinate &

supervise deferred &

seasonal testing

A P I S I

Review & address

outstanding issues

A P I I I/S S S I

Review current

building operation at

10 months into 12

month warranty

period

A P I I S S I

Address concerns

with operating

facility as intended

A P I I S S S S

Complete Final

Commissioning

Report

A P I/P I I

Perform Final

Satisfaction Review

with Customer

Agency 12 months

after occupancy

A S I S S S

The following definitions apply to the Roles & Responsibilities Matrix

Lead (L) = Direct and take overall responsibility for accomplishment

Support (S) = Provide assistance

Accept (A) = Formally accept either in writing or verbal communication depending on the

situation

Participate (P) = Take part in the activity (i.e, attend meetings, etc.)

Inform (I) = Make the party aware of the activity or result or provide a copy of the deliverable

Verify (V) = Confirm the accuracy or completeness of the task

A.5.1.2 Figures A.5.1.2(a), A.5.1.2(b), and A.5.1.2(c) are offered to provide an example of how

to perform a commissioning plan.

Figure A.5.1.2(a) The Commissioning Process.


Figure A.5.1.2(b) The Commissioning Process.

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Figure A.5.1.2(c) The Commissioning Process.


A.5.2.1.1 The fire protection and life safety commissioning team can be part of a larger total

building fire protection and life safety commissioning team with team members whose focus is

on commissioning electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and electronics systems. The overall team

can be led by a commissioning authority whose responsibility is defined in ASHRAE Guideline

0. The individuals and entities listed are not all inclusive and should be modified on a project by

project basis. If the entity listed is not part of the project, it is not the intent of this standard to

require those entities to become part of the project fire protection and life safety commissioning

team. The number of members of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team should

be determined by project type, size, and complexity. For example, a multiple building project

can require more than one FCxA, all of which are overseen by a single FCxA.

A.52.1.2 Fire protection and life safety commissioning team members should be selected as their

role in the project is established. For example, manufacturer’s representatives can not be

identified until the design phase and therefore cannot participate during the planning phase.

A.5.2.1.2(6) This analysis should involve making direct contact with the various federal, state,

and local regulatory agencies to verify what laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards, policies,

and practices are in force and applicable to the project.

A.5.2.2.1(13) See Section 7.4.3 for the responsibilities of the ITa. The responsibilities of an ITa

may be fulfilled by the FCxA.

A.5.2.2(12) The definition of AHJ as set forth in 3.2.2 and A.3.2.2 provide information as to the

large range of entities and individuals that can be an AHJ. Any and all AHJs should be included

as part of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team to the extent they are deemed to

need to be involved.

A.5.2.2.2 The owner, FCxA, and RDP should be part of the fire protection and life safety

commissioning team at this phase. Other key team members will be identified and selected as

the project progresses and as their roles and responsibilities require their participation.

A.5.2.2.4.2 Examples of a designated representative include the occupant, management firm, or

managing individual. Delegation can be through specific provisions in a lease, written use

agreement, or management contract.

A.5.2.2.5.1 A CxA will only be part of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team

when the fire protection and life safety systems are included in a larger building commissioning

process. If the scope of the project includes fire protection and life safety systems only, then a

CxA will not be present nor part of the fire protection and life safety commissioning team.

A.5.2.2.11. Discussions should be performed between insurance representatives and the fire

protection and life safety commissioning team during the planning phase to determine the overall

scope of services to be provided by the insurance representative.

A.5.2.2.11(8). This includes adequate signage on equipment for operation of a fire protection

system and complete record drawings.

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A.5.2.3.2 The OPR development should include the AHJ in order to provide input regarding

issues of fire department operations and access to the site and facility. Other appropriate issues

for review might include emergency medical response and police issues.

A.5.2.3.3 The OPR documentation should include concept architectural documentation with a

focus on fire and life safety. The applicable codes and standards must recognize any state,

county, city, or local amendments to the codes and standards. The AHJ should be included in the

development of the OPR as early as possible in the process recognizing project confidentiality.

The OPR can also incorporate budget and schedule issues. The OPR format should include the

following sections: Introduction, Owners Key Project Requirements (i.e., insurance

underwriter’s standards), General Project Description, Project Objectives, Functional Uses,

Occupancy Requirements, Budget Considerations and Limitations, Performance Criteria, and

Project History. This OPR can be a portion of the overall total building commissioning OPR.

See Annex C for a sample OPR. The OPR is intended to be a living document that is regularly

updated and modified. During the design phase the OPR can change significantly based on the

needs of the proposed design. Variances to code requirements can be sought in order to meet

project needs and will need to be appropriately documented in the OPR. The construction phase

will include record drawings of the installed conditions of the fire and life safety systems. The

OPR will then have the base documentation necessary to aid the building operators in any

upgrades or changes to the building fire and life safety systems.

A.5.2.4.2 All information in the commissioning plan must be project specific. The suggested

structure of the commissioning plan is as follows.

(1) Introduction — purpose and general summary of the plan

(2) Commissioning scope — identifies which building assemblies, systems, subsystems, and

equipment will be subjected to the commissioning processes identified in Chapter 4

(3) General project information — overview of the project, emphasizing key project

information and delivery method characteristics, including the OPR and project BOD

(4) Team Contacts — project-specific fire protection and life safety commissioning team

members and contact information

(5) Communication plan and protocols — documentation of the communication channels to

be used throughout the project.

(6) Commissioning process — detailed description of the project specific tasks to be

accomplished during the planning, design, construction, and tenant occupancy stages

with associated roles and responsibilities

(7) Commissioning documentation — list of commissioning documents required to identify

expectations, track conditions and decisions, and validate/certify performance

(8) Commissioning schedule — specific sequences of operation of events and relative

timeframes, dates, and durations

A.5.2.4.3(12). Warranty review includes a review of all documentation relating to inspection,

testing, maintenance, repair, and/or inadvertent system activation that occurred during the

warranty period. The purpose of the warranty review is to determine if any modifications or

adjustments to the system(s) are required.

A.5.3 Construction phase documents can be started during the design phase. These documents

are intended to include working plans, shop drawings or fabrication drawings, as well as

operations and maintenance manuals. These documents can be created during the design or

construction phases of a project without changing the responsibilities of those charged with

creating these documents.

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A.5.3.1 If commissioning starts later in the design or construction process, the requirements of

the previous commissioning phases should be reviewed and implemented to the extent practical.

A.5.3.1(10) The issues and changes should be included in a log which documents the date the

issue was raised, the responsibility for resolution of the issue, the resolution of the issue, and the

date the issue was resolved.

A.5.3.1(12) Include checklists requiring when AHJs and Cx Team members are to be present

during acceptance testing.

A.5.3.2.2 Editions referenced in this document are the latest available during the development of

this standard. The user should always consult the AHJ to ensure compliance with local

requirements.

A.5.3.2.7 FCxA should review manuals, standards, manufacturers’ documents and other sources

to determine the equipment and tools necessary for each phase of testing. FCxA should also

confirm which contractors or other appropriate parties should calibrate and schedule the

availability of the tools and equipment for the testing dates.

A.5.3.3.3 O&Ms should be organized and written in a complete and concise manner to improve

the ability of the building operator or maintenance technician to fully understand the

performance characteristics of the system and the maintenance requirements necessary to

achieve the intended performance.

O&Ms should be of durable materials and contain complete project identification including, but

not limited to, the following:

(1) Title sheet including the complete name and address of the project, complete name and

address of the installing contractor (including telephone number for emergency service)

(2) Complete table of contents

(3) Systems design intent documentation

(4) Complete list of equipment

(5) List of equipment suppliers and/or manufacturers

(6) Operation and maintenance instructions for major components

(7) Inspection and test reports

(8) Recommended spare parts

(9) Riser diagrams or schematic drawings

(10) "As-built" drawings and calculations

(11) Warranty

(12) Other special requirements of the installation specification or installation standard such as

valve tags and charts, hydraulic data nameplate information (for sprinkler systems), and so forth

A.5.3.5.1 Passive fire protection systems include but are not limited to the following:

(1) Fire and Smoke Dampers

(2) Fire and Smoke Doors

(3) Through Penetration Fire Stops

(4) Smoke vents

(5) Smoke drafts

(6) Smoke and fire assemblies

A.5.4.3.2.1 Examples of fire protection systems with no operating components include, but are

not limited to:

(1) Through-penetration fire-stop systems

(2) Rated fire and smoke assemblies

(3) Spray-applied fire-resistant material

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A.5.4.5 Training often needs to begin in the construction phase; however, some systems may

require ongoing training during the occupancy and post-construction phases.

A.5.4.6 This can include documents required by other codes and standards or by authorities

having jurisdiction.

A.5.5.2(3) For example, it can be appropriate to test stair-pressurization in both winter and

summer conditions.

A.5.5.2(8) This would include a digital copy of site-specific software for building automation or

other integrated systems.

A.5.5.2(9) The building owner or their designated representative should place the building

systems through inspection, testing, and maintenance prior to the expiration of the warranty. This

helps identify needed repairs.

A.5.5.3.1 Additions, modifications, or alterations to systems can cause unintended consequences.

The testing procedure should be re-evaluated to make sure that the repeat testing is adequate to

determine the correctness of the revision.

A.5.5.3.2 Significant changes to the OPR can precipitate a need to do a re-commission process.

A.5.5.3.3 Design documents should be kept for the life of the facility. When there is a change in

ownership the documents should be transferred to the new owner.

A.5.5.4.1 A quality training session for system operation and maintenance will generally include

the following components:

(1) Practical examples and hands-on operation of the system

(2) A course agenda

(3) The expected system performance

(4) Problems or modifications encountered during construction

(5) Routine testing and maintenance requirements

(6) Operation and maintenance manuals

Additional training should be conducted after several years. This will allow the facility staff to be

trained on system upgrades or modifications. This can be accomplished in conjunction with

lesson-learned workshops.

A.5.5.4.2 An appropriate time to schedule the initial training is at system acceptance in order to

maximize its value to the participants. Secondary systems training should be held after integrated

testing has been completed to allow follow-up questions and the opportunity to ask questions

about situations and problems that have occurred after final acceptance.

A.5.5.4.3 Sign-in sheets are useful for the contractor and fire protection and life safety

commissioning team to demonstrate that training was conducted. Training sessions can be

recorded to allow for future reference of the material and training for new employees.

A.5.5.4.4 Continuous training can ensure the systems are maintained and tested properly and the

building or structure operates successfully.

A.6.2.1 Interactions include physical interconnections and impacts between systems that are not

physically connected. Passive fire protection features can be impacted by active systems.

A.6.2.1.4 For individual systems to work together there must be consideration of the various

interconnections that can occur. Some interconnections can be directly connected and others can

be more remotely involved. An example of the first is an emergency power off (EPO) system

that in its operation causes loss of power to a fire protection system or the EPO system itself.

An example of the second is an atrium smoke control system that functions correctly

mechanically, but the air movement prevents the automatic doors from closing.

A.6.2.2.2(2) Examples of equipment capacity ratings are as follows:

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(1) Electrical: amperage, voltage, wattage, and so forth

(2) Strength: working pressure, tensile, structural, and so forth

(3) Life expectancy: years, number of cycles, and so forth

A.6.2.2.2(3) A system description should be produced as an engineering document to describe

system integration and functions. Each component system within the integrated system should be

defined. Each interconnection should be defined. A fire hazard analysis should be produced to

describe active and passive fire protection features and describe the interactions between the fire

protection features of the building.

A.6.2.2.2(5) This is often done by using a sequence of operation to plot inputs and outputs.

A.6.2.2.2(6) In addition to noting the location of the interconnection on the drawing, it is helpful

to have a labeling system to identify the interconnections in the installation.

A.6.2.2.2(8) The interactions within integrated systems need to be tested often enough to ensure

reliability.

A.6.2.2.2(11) Examples of formats for deliverables are as follows:

(1) Drawings on paper or electronic format

(2) Electronic format such as PDF or DWG

(3) Media format such as floppy disk, flash drive, CD, or FTP

(4) Owner’s manuals on paper, accessible from Internet hyperlink, and so forth

A.6.4.2 It is recommended that design documents be retained for the life of the appropriate

systems.

A.7.2.1 Interconnected systems have component systems that can operate alone for a specific

purpose and can be independent of other systems. Integrated systems contain multiple systems

that must work in concert to achieve the fire protection and life safety goals. These

interconnections need to be tested for proper operation in addition to the acceptance testing of

the individual components.

A.7.2.1(2) Components of interconnected systems should be installed, maintained and tested in

accordance with the applicable codes and standards. Examples include but are not limited to

those systems listed in Section 1.3

A.7.3.1 The goal of integrated testing is to verify that fire protection and life safety systems

operate as designed and as required by codes and standards. The scope of work can include, but

not be limited to, the following:

(1) Review of building plans and specifications

(2) Review of applicable codes and standards

(3) Review of one line riser diagram of smoke control and exhaust systems, schedules for

ducts, fans, dampers, and submittals for damper operators and sequence of operation.

Each piece of equipment should be numbered and identified.

(4) Review of system testing matrices and as-built drawings.

(5) Provide a testing matrix checklist of integrated systems.

(6) Review final Testing and Balancing (TAB) reports.

(7) Review one line riser of emergency electric system.

(8) Review equipment software submittals.

(9) Establish a team of testing participants and assign duties.

(10) Coordinate pre-test meetings with stakeholders.

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(11) Implement integrated testing by appropriate methods, verify and document operation of

interface equipment under normal and emergency power after all trades complete their

work.

(12) Correct problems and retest.

(13) Submit final report and documentation.

A.7.3.2 The following are examples of subsystems that may be interconnected in integrated

systems.

(1) Fire alarm system

(2) Emergency communication systems (ECS)

(3) Building automation management system

(4) Means of egress systems and components

(5) Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system

(6) Gas detection system

(7) Normal, emergency and standby power systems

(8) Automatic sprinkler system

(9) Fixed fire suppression and control systems

(10) Automatic operating doors and closures

(11) Smoke control and management systems

(12) Explosion prevention and control systems

(13) Elevator and pedestrian movement systems

(14) Security systems

(15) Commercial cooking operations

A.7.3.3 Fire protection or life safety systems can operate equipment that is not necessarily part of

the fire protection or life safety system. One such example is shunt trip breakers that should be

tested for proper operation.

A.7.3.5 Additions, modifications, or alterations to systems can cause unintended consequences of

operation to the interactions of integrated systems. The testing procedure should be re-evaluated

to ensure repeat testing is adequate to determine the correctness of the revision.

A.7.4.3 Examples of the responsibilities of an ITa are:

(1) Review the installation contractor requirements.

(2) Review the design and construction documents and specifications for each fire protection

and life safety system and their associated subsystems.

(3) Develop the integrated systems testing plan.

(4) Document integrated test performance

(5) Coordinate the scheduling of trades to perform integrated testing of systems and sub-

systems.

A.7.4.5 Refer to Annex C for sample forms.

A.8.1 Re-commissioning and retro-commissioning should be considered where expansions,

improvements, or additions to existing structures require commissioning of the new fire

protection and life safety systems in accordance with the commissioning process of Chapter 5 of

this standard. Periodic integrated testing should be considered at intervals appropriate to the

structure and systems present.

A.8.2.1 The integrated testing should be considered as a coordination of the required annual or

other periodic fire protection and life safety systems testing with each other and with those

interconnected fire protection and life safety systems for which no periodic testing is required by

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other standards. Intervals for periodic integrated testing can be phased or adjusted based upon the

building size and complexity.

A.8.3.1 Retro-commissioning could be required by the adopted building or fire code, not this

standard. The scope is clear that when commissioning is required, this standard should be

followed. When the commissioning process is not required by the AHJ then compliance with this

document could be as simple as following the inspection testing and maintenance standard for

the system installed. On-site surveys should determine if or how new modifications, repairs

reprogram have impacted existing systems or functions and should include the commissioning

process tasks of 5.3.2.2.4, 5.3.5, and 5.3.5.4.

A.9.1 The purpose of integrated fire protection and life safety systems testing is to verify that the

existing systems provided in a building or facility function together as originally intended.

A.9.2 The recommended testing of fire protection and life safety systems should apply, but not

be limited, to the items listed in Section 1.3.

A.9.3.3 It is not the intent to prescribe a periodic five-year integrated testing interval if the

recommendations of 9.3.1 or 9.3.2 are met.

A.10.1 The forms shown in Annex D are examples of the documentation required by this

standard.

A.10.4 The documents should be maintained at the site, but this might not always be practical. If

the test documents are kept somewhere other than on-site, then the owner should be

knowledgeable of the storage method and location of the records.



Revise text to read as follows:A Commissioning Authority is typically provided and leads the overall commissioning team when more than one

building system is commissioned the commissioning process is applied to more than one building system, i.e. TotalBuilding Commissioning. When only fire and life safety systems are commissioned. When the commissioning process isonly applied to fire and life safety systems. the Fire Commissioning Agent (FCxA) may assume the role of theCommissioning Authority.


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Revise text to read as follows:Revise A.4.2.3.2 to read as follows: “ The OPR development needs should to include the local fire

department AHJ, as well as officers in charge of fire department operations pre-planning. Persons from otheremergency response organizations also need to be involved. Other appropriate issues for review might includeemergency medical response and law enforcement and homeland security police issues. During the development of theOPR, the following publications may provide assistance and guidance when discussing emergency response issueswith local officials: NFPA 13E -

NFPA 1600 ; and NFPA 1620 –.”

The revisions are offered to stress the importance of the roles of local emergency response agencies.The local fire department AHJ may not be the individual responsible for emergency response planning and firedepartment operations. The emergency response planning considerations need to be coordinated so that all types ofemergency conditions are considered and included in the project planning process. The revision offers basicconsiderations. I urge the TC to expand on the emergency response preplanning needs of projects.

These responsibilities have already been assigned to the AHJ in this document.

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Delete text to read as follows:The Commissioning Plan establishes the framework for how commissioning will be handled and managed on a given

project. This includes a discussion of the commissioning process, OPR, schedule, budget, team and team memberresponsibilities, communication structures and a general description of the systems to be commissioned.


See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-181 (Log #CP30) Section A.3.3.3.3.




Add new text as follows:All information in the Commissioning Plan must be project specific. The suggested structure of the

Commissioning Plan is as follows.(1) Introduction - purpose and general summary of the Plan.(2) Commissioning Scope - The commissioning scope including which building assemblies, systems, subsystems and

equipment will be commissioned on this project.(3) General Project Information - Overview of the project, emphasizing key project information and delivery method

characteristics. The OPR and project BOD should be included.(4) Team Contacts - Project specific Commissioning Team members and contact information.(5) Communication Plan & Protocols - Documentation of the communication channels to be used throughout the

project.(6) Commissioning Process - Detailed description of the project specific tasks to be accomplished during the Planning,

Design, Construction and Tenant Occupancy Stages with associated roles & responsibilities.(7) Commissioning Documentation - List of commissioning documents required to identify expectations, track

conditions and decisions and validate/certify performance.(8) Commissioning Schedule - Specific sequences of events and relative timeframes, dates and durations. This section

should also state the possible systems allowed to be placed into service before commissioning is performed and whenthose systems are ready to be placed in service.

The document currently does not state when a system should be placed in service. Systems can beoperational during construction phase and might be able to protect life and property during construction phase. It is myfeeling that such systems (a sprinkler system for instance) should be placed in service even if commissioning is to beperformed at a later date. The time when a system is ready for service depends upon the ability of such system tooperate and not on the time when the system is to be operational as per the OPR. Nevertheless I am not sure this issuecan be solely addressed in annex material. My proposal is made to offer the opportunity to the Committee to address itformally.

Editorial changes for Manual of Style. See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-181(Log #CP30) Section A.5.2.4.2.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-187 Log #53


Revise text to read as follows:Commissioning Scope -- The commissioning scope including identifies which building assemblies, systems,

subsystems and equipment will be commissioned on this project.

The word “including” is incorrect and does not make sense as used in the sentence.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-181 (Log #CP30) Section A.5.2.4.2(2).




Revise text to read as follows:Add language to A.4.3 stating: This document assigns activities to individual phases, but the name of the phase is not

meant to indicate responsibility for the tasks. This is detailed under the Cx Team members responsibilities in eachphase.

Construction Phase activities are not all required to be performed by the Construction manager or contractor. Asneither are Design Phase activities intended to define each activity as the “act of designing”.

The words construction and design can mean certain things under law. This needs to be clarified bythe committee.

See Committee Action on 3-200 (Log #145). See Committee Action on Committee Proposal3-181 (Log #CP30) Section A.5.3.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-189 Log #150


Revise text to read as follows:Additions, modifications, or alterations to systems can cause unintended consequences systems. …

Editorial.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-190 Log #68


Revise text to read as follows:An appropriate time to schedule the initial training is at system acceptance in order to maximize its value to the

participants. Secondary systems training should be held after the system is commissioned Functional PerformanceTesting (FPT) has been completed to allow follow-up questions and the opportunity to ask questions about situationsand problems that have occurred after final acceptance.

The word “commissioned” is used as a final event, and is not consistent with the body and intent of thisstandard. As indicated in the definitions (§3.3.2.1), commissioning is a systematic process. The intent of this annex is torefer to functional performance testing.





New text to read as follows:Place appropriate Chapter and Section numbers next to each task in the flow charts.

For ease of use and for reference by the user.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-192 Log #129


Revise text to read as follows:Move Figure to Annex and rename to figure A.4.1.3(a). Address the guidance box for “Update OPR & BOD” (next to

“Design Reviews”).

***Insert Figure A.4.1.3(a) Here***This figure should be in the annex.

And the guidance box mentioned has no direction in the flow chart. The path ends there. (Is arrow backwards?)Committee should provide guidance.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-193 Log #130


Revise text to read as follows:Move figure to the annex.Create Yes and NO guidance at bottom most “Resolve issues” Triangle. It should indicate NO to the right and YES to

the top.

***Insert Figure A.4.1.3(b) Here***For user guidance.



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Figure 4.1.3(a) The Commissioning Process

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Figure 4.1.3(b) The Commissioning Process



Revise text to read as follows:Edit Figure 4.1.3(c). Create box with text “Update Sequence of Operation MATRIX” Insert it to the “left of update record

drawings” with like arrows.Move Figure to the annex.

***Insert Figure A.4.1.3(c) Here***Provides needed direction to the user. Flow chart is incomplete without this data. This figure is for user

guidance and belongs in the annex.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-195 Log #197


Add new text to read as follows:Provide a new annex note to read as follows: “ This analysis should involve making direct contact with the

various federal, state, and local regulatory agencies to verify what laws, rules, regulations, codes, standards, policies,and practices are in force and applicable to the project. It is not uncommon for published information on the internet tobe outdated. Direct contact can reduce the chances of encountering problems later in the project.

It is not uncommon for plans to be submitted that were prepared based on codes, standards, etc. thathad not been in use for several years. This often results in costly corrective action. Meeting with AHJ’s early in theprocess can be valuable to all concerned.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-181 (Log #CP30) Section A.5.2.1.2(6).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-196 Log #198


Revise text to read as follows:Revise A.4.2.2 (11) to read as follows: “ The definition of AHJ as set forth in 3.2.2* and A.3.2.2, provide

information as to the large range of entities and individuals that may be an AHJ. encompasses a large range ofindividuals and entities and could include local building/fire department representatives, insurance representatives, andother government entities. Any and all AHJ’s should be included as part of the Commissioning Team to the extent theyare required to be or to the extent they are deemed to need to be involved..”

The proposed revision is provided in an attempt to connect 3.2.2 with A.4.2.2 (11). A.3.2.2 offers farbetter coverage than that in A.4.2.2 (11).


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Revise text to read as follows:Commissioning Scope -- The commissioning scope including which building assemblies, systems, subsystems and

equipment will be commissioned on this project will be subjected to the commissioning processes identified in Chapter4.


Accept in PrincipleSee Committee Action on Proposal Log #CP30 Section A.5.2.4.2(2)

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-198 Log #137


Revise text to read as follows:If commissioning starts later in the design or construction process, the requirements of the previous

commissioning phases should be reviewed and implemented to the extent practical. (More discussion on the benefits ofgoing back to the pre-design/design stage reviews and implementation, particularly with the OPR).

Remove placeholder text. Create the extra text if still desired. Current wording is not appropriate for astandard.


Submitter is invited to present a comment that meets the intent of his substantiation.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-199 Log #183


Revise text to read as follows:Facilities personnel The building owner or their designated representative should place the building systems...

Change the wording from Facilities personnel to building owner. This is more consistent with othertype documents with similar types of requirements. It is also consistent with the language used throughout the body ofthis text as well.




Revise text to read as follows:Construction phase documents can be started during tThe design phase. These documents are intended to

include working plans, shop drawings or fabrication drawings, as well as operations and maintenance manuals. It isunderstood that tThese documents may be created during the design or construction at different phases of a projectwithout changing the responsibilities of those charged with creating these documents . but fall under the design phase inthe commissioning process.

We believe the Committee intended this to be placed in the annex. This moves language to theappropriate location.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-201 Log #154


Revise text to read as follows:Move annex material from A.8.2.1 to A.9.1.1 and revise as follows:

The Integrated testing should be considered as a coordination of the required annual or other periodic fireprotection and life safety systems testing with each other and with those interconnected fire protection and life safetysystems for which no periodic testing is required by other standards. Intervals for periodic integrated testing can bephased or adjusted based upon the building size and complexity.

Relocates this annex material to the appropriate chapter and further clarifies committee’s intent.This proposal generated from discussions held by the Chapter 4 Task Group. Members include: Kim Gruner, George





Revise A.9.1.2 as follows*Periodic integrated testing is intended to verify correct operation of the components and interconnection of the

fire protection and life safety systems as designed or as currently required by applicable code and standard. It is not theintent of this section to reevaluate the original system design.

Periodic testing needs to validate whether the system either meets the intended design, as stated inthe commissioning plan or the basis of design , or meets a current applicable code andstandard in that jurisdiction in the event the design intent has changed or is no longer applicable. This will enable adevice or system to no longer be tested if building use has changed and if the device or system is not required byanother applicable code or standard, yet still require the device or system to function properly if it is still required. Thisissue has also been raised by members of the NFPA TC who believe as an example, that sprinkler components notedduring an equipment inspection not in accordance with applicable design criteria (e.g., an overspaced sprinkler) couldseriously compromise the actual fire suppression capability of that sprinkler system in a fire, even though a sprinklermay operate.

During integrated testing, it is not the intent of the recommended practice to reevaluate theoriginal design.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-203 Log #36

_______________________________________________________________________________________________Kimberly A. Gruner, Fike Corporation

Examples of individuals qualified to provide fire commissioning agent services may include, but not belimited to, those individuals who are:

(1) Registered professional fire protection engineers.(2) Registered professional engineers in other disciplines with sufficient knowledge in the applicable fire protection and

life safety systems.(3) Professionals experienced in the design, operation, or construction of the type of facility to be commissioned.(4) Professionals experienced in the design, operation, or installation of the type of fire and life safety systems

installed.The Fire Commissioning Agent should have no business relationships (owner, partner, operating officer, distributor,

salesman, or technical representative) with any fire protection or life safety equipment manufacturers, suppliers orinstallers for any such equipment provided as part of this project. As such, Qqualified independent third party firms orindividuals should be considered for designation as the Fire Commissioning Agent. The Fire Commissioning Agentshould have a minimum of five (5) years experience in facility construction, inspection, acceptance testing orcommissioning as it relates to fire protection and life safety systems.

Remove the recommendation regarding no business relationships with other individuals. Eachcommissioning agent typically becomes experienced by working with each of these area’s. Business relationships aregood and a part of a successful business. A professional who manufactures, supplies, or installs equipment should notbe DISQUALIFIED from becoming a commissioning agent. This person could be just as qualified to commission asystem, but as stated, would only be able to work on competitors systems (which could produce a negative bias effect).

See Committee Action on 3-204 (Log #50). The commissioning agent should be disqualified ifthey have a financial interest in the project.




Revise text to read as follows:A.10.2.1.1 Examples of individuals qualified to provide fire commissioning agent services may include, but are not

limited to, those individuals who are:(1) Registered professional fire protection engineers.(2) Registered professional engineers in other disciplines with sufficient knowledge in the applicable fire protection and

life safety systems.(3) Professionals experienced in the design, operation, or construction of the type of facility to be commissioned.(4) Professionals experienced in the design, operation, or installation of the type of fire and life safety systems

installed.The Fire Commissioning Agent should have no business relationships financial interests (owner, division or subsidiary,

partner, operating officer, distributor, salesman, or technical representative) with any fire protection or life safetyequipment manufacturers, suppliers or installers for any such equipment provided as part of this project, or serviceprovider for this project. As such, qualified independent third party firms or individuals should be considered fordesignation as the Fire Commissioning Agent. The Fire Commissioning Agent should have a minimum of five (5) yearsexperience in facility construction, inspection, acceptance testing or commissioning as it relates to fire protection and lifesafety.

This will strengthen the independence of the Fire Commissioning Agent. The existing language leavestoo much open for interpretation. This language clear lines of separation.

This also aligns this section with main section 10.2.1.1.3.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-205 Log #31


Add new text to read as follows:Renumber current Annex D Additional Publications to Annex E.A.11.1 See Annex D for sample design phase documentation.Annex D Sample Commissioning DocumentationD.1 Sample Project Information SheetD.2 Sample Project ScheduleD.3 Sample Pre-installation ChecklistD.4 Sample Basis of Design (BOD)D.5 Sample Training Plan

Sample Commissioning documentation is needed.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-181 (Log #CP30) Section A.10.1.




Delete Annex B. Renumber Annex C and revise to read as follows:

***** include NFPA 3 Annex B.doc*********

Annex B is deleted as it does not comply with the Manual of Style and is no longer needed with thepre-ROP Chapter on Interconnected Systems being removed. The remaining Annexes were renumbered accordingly.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-207 Log #81


Delete text to read as follows:Other codes, standards or documents can be referenced as applicable.

Interconnections of systems, including but not limited to, systems covered in this Annex should complywith the requirements of Chapter 5 and this Annex. Interconnected systems are a sub-set of integrated systems. Thisinformation is provided for reference to systems that are typically interconnected.

Interconnections with water-based fire suppression systems and fire detection or lifesafety systems shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 72® and as specified in the related systems installationsstandards as referenced in Chapter 2.

These two paragraphs do not add any meaning to the Annex. They do not make sense in anon-mandatory annex.


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Annex B Sample Basis of Design Narrative Report

This annex is not a part of the requirements of this NFPA document but is included for

informational purposes only.

B.1 The narrative should be written in a three-section format including subsections as necessary

(methodology, sequence of operation, and testing criteria sections) for clarity and should be

limited to a summary. This annex presents a sample format for a narrative report.

B.2 Methodology Section.

B.2.1 Subsection 1: Description. This section should identify specific features of a building that

contributes to the overall understanding of the fire protection and life safety systems and features

to be provided as part of the design and construction.

(1) Building and/or structure use group classification in accordance with applicable building

code of the jurisdiction

(2) Total aggregate square footage of building

(3) Building height

(4) Number of floors above grade

(5) Number of floors below grade

(6) Square footage per floor

(7) Type(s) of occupancies, hazard classifications, processes

(8) Type(s) of construction

(9) Hazardous material usage and storage

(10) Method of storage arrangements of commodities

(11) Site access arrangement for emergency response vehicles

B.2.2 Subsection 2: Applicable laws, regulations, codes, ordinances, and standards. This

section identifies regulatory requirements of the jurisdiction that have or can have an impact in

the design and approval of fire protection and life safety systems. This section requires the

preparer of the narrative to conduct a comprehensive regulatory research such as the following:

(1) Building code fire protection and life safety system requirements

(2) NFPA standards or other applicable recognized standards and edition used for design and

or installation of each specific fire protection system

(3) Applicability of any special laws of the jurisdiction that can supersede a code or standard

(4) Applicability of local by-laws or ordinances of the jurisdiction

(5) Applicability of other codes such as plumbing, elevator, electrical codes that can have an

impact on the design, installation, and testing of the fire protection and life safety systems

(6) Applicability of any federal laws such as OSHA, ADA, or other governmental entity

B.2.3 Subsection 3: Design responsibility for fire protection and life safety systems. This

section identifies the accountability (required by the jurisdiction) for a specific fire protection

and life safety system design and the accountability for the integration of the fire protection

systems constituting a building or structures fire protection and life of safety system(s). There

could be options permitted by the jurisdiction.

(1) The RDP fully designs (complete layout and calculation) and specifies the fire

protection and life safety system or systems to be installed, reviews and approves the

installing contractor’s shop drawings, and certifies system installation (s) for code

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compliance at completion. There could be multiple RDP associated with a project and

should be identified as appropriate.

(2) The RDP provides a partial design and specifies the design criteria to be used by the

installing contractor(s), who finalizes the system layout and provides calculations to

confirm the design criteria. The RDP certifies system installation for code

compliance at completion.

(3) Design-build, the installing contractor for a specific fire protection and life safety

system completely designs and specifies if permitted by the governmental jurisdiction

(develops a full system layout, design criteria, and calculations) installs the system,

and certifies system installation for regulatory and applicable standard compliance at

completion. There can be a RDP involved but not necessarily.

Whichever above method is selected, the project requires a qualified person to

assume responsibility for the coordination of fire protection and life safety systems

requiring integration, forming an entire building fire protection and life safety system.

B.2.4 Subsection 4: Fire protection and life safety systems to be installed. This section

should identify key performance design criteria and features for each specific fire protection

system.

(1) Water supply system such as municipal or private systems, fire mains and hydrants, storage

tanks, and fire pumps

(2) Automatic sprinkler systems, such as wet, dry, pre-action

(3) Standpipe systems, such as wet, dry, and classification

(4) Fire alarm systems, such as manual, automatic detection, evacuation signals

(5) Automatic fire extinguishing systems, such as dry chemical, clean agent

(6) Manual suppression systems

(7) Smoke control/management systems, such as automatic smoke exhaust, stair pressurization

(8) Commercial cooking equipment and exhaust system fire suppression system(s), such as wet

chemical or automatic sprinklers

(9) Emergency power systems, such as applicability to fire protection and life safety systems

(10) Hazardous material and process protection, special protection

(11) System supervision, such as method of 24 monitoring conditions of fire protection and life

safety systems

(12) Passive systems including doors, walls, floors, ceilings, and roof decks

The description (specific features) for the above fire protection systems should also indicate if

the system(s) are as follows:

(1) Required by laws, codes, standards, ordinance, and so forth

(2) Non-required, building owner provides voluntarily and/or requirement of insurance

entity

(3) A complete new system

(4) An addition or expansion to existing system

(5) A modification/repair to existing system

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(6) Level of protection to be provided, 100 percent or partial protection or exempt by

regulatory code

B.2.5 Subsection 5: Consideration used in the design methodology. This section identifies

the designer’s intent in the overall design and criteria development of the fire protection and life

safety systems.

(1) Building occupant notification and evacuation procedures

(2) Emergency response personnel, site, and systems features

(3) Safeguards, fire prevention, and emergency procedures during new construction and

impairment plans associated with new and/or existing system modifications

(4) Method for future testing and maintenance of systems and documentation

(5) Special requirements or request of the authority having jurisdiction

B.2.6 Subsection 6: Alternatives. This section identifies the designer’s intent to deviate from

prescriptive requirements of regulatory codes and standards with alternative methods.

(1) Application of performance-based design in lieu of prescriptive code requirement

(2) Interpretation/clarification between designer and authority having jurisdiction

(3) Waiver or variance sought and or required by the authority having jurisdiction

through the regulatory appeal process

B.3 Sequence of Operation Section. This portion of the narrative is generally a difficult section

to write as it entails the specific operation of the fire protection and life safety systems, system

devices and equipment and their related integration depending on the complexity of the systems

installed. The preparer of the narrative should have an overall understanding and knowledge of

how all the fire protection and life safety systems should function when integrated together.

B.3.1 Subsection 1

(1) An operational description of either a system or specific devices within a system and

the resulting action associated with the operation of the system or specific devices.

(2) The operational description should include all interconnected (integrated) fire

protection and life safety systems and devices required or non-required forming an

entire building fire protection and life safety system.

(3) All signage indicating equipment location, operational and design features, and

certified documents attesting to system installation integrity.

(4) The narrative sequence of operation description should be specifically coordinated

with the input and output sequence of operation developed for the systems operation.

This section of the narrative report can be brief as in a simple system such as a one-story 15,000

ft2 mercantile building with only a sprinkler system and manual fire alarm pull boxes,

notification devices and system supervision, or complex, such as in a 25-story high-rise with fire

pumps, emergency generator, fire alarm and sprinkler zones, automatic standpipes, automatic

voice and manual evacuation signals, smoke management system, automatic elevator recall,

special extinguishing systems, remote annunciation, automatic locking devices, alarm

retransmission methods, and emergency response procedures.

The sequence of operation of a building fire protection and life safety system, particularly with

complicated systems, must be reviewed and understood by the building owner, the authority

having jurisdiction and the entities responsible for installation (generally the fire alarm and

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building automated systems programming technicians) and future testing and maintenance after

the building has been issued a certificate of occupancy. A team approach should be used by

developers, designers, equipment suppliers, contractors including the authority having

jurisdiction (more specifically emergency response personnel, such as the local fire department)

to clearly describe and understand the proper operation and use of the integrated fire protection

and life safety systems.

When a complex system is proposed, the initial narrative report of the sequence of operation

should be viewed as a draft. At various stages of system installation(s), modifications could be

made due to design changes, equipment changes, new technology availability, and/or changes to

codes and standards that would require system modifications. The preparer of the narrative

should be familiar with any and all changes to the systems and submit a final accurate narrative

for approval and/or acceptance by the authority having jurisdiction, building owner, and other

entities prior to witnessing system(s) operational acceptance and commissioning testing.

Communication between the building owner, designers, builders, and the authority having

jurisdiction is an important element particularly in this phase, as the codes and the standards tend

to be flexible and interpretative relative to sequences of operation of the integrated fire protection

and life safety systems.

B.4 Testing Criteria Section. This section of the narrative report should be broken down into

the following three sections.

B.4.1 Subsection 1:Testing Criteria. This section identifies the individual in charge who will

coordinate the final acceptance testing and witnessing by the authority having jurisdiction.

Personnel

(1) Identification of qualified person(s) in charge (should be the FCxA and/or multiple

agents if applicable) for setting up and coordinating all preliminary testing and final

testing.

(2) Method of verification and confirmation by the qualified person(s) in charge that all

fire protection systems, equipment, and devices have been individually tested and

tested as an entire system when specific systems are integrated to form a building fire

protection and life safety system.

(3) Method of coordination by qualified person in charge of all designers, contractors,

equipment distributors, owners representatives, and the authority having jurisdiction

required to perform and/or witness all testing, testing dates and times, notification to

public utilities, and personnel required to perform all required testing as a system or

individual system component testing.

B.4.2 Subsection 2: Equipment and Tools. This section will identify the necessary equipment

available on site at time of witnessing the operational features and/or integrated performance of

the fire protection and life safety systems that require validation by the owner and/or the

authority having jurisdiction to expedite the acceptance and commissioning testing.

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(1) Identification of equipment, documents, and procedures to be used to verify system

performance and confirm design methodology and specifications, code and standards

compliance, and accuracy of fire protection and life safety system(s) sequence of operation.

(2) Examples include but are not limited to the following:

(a) Manufacturer’s instructions

(b) Specification instructions

(c) Requirements of the authority having jurisdiction

(d) Narrative, sequence of operation section

(e) Smoke machines, smoke candles

(f) Sound meters

(g) Fire hoses, nozzles

(h) Flow measuring devices

(i) Gauges

(j) Air balancing and air measuring meters

(k) Door force closing and opening measuring devices

(l) Voltage meters

(m) Magnets

(n) Communication radios

(o) Fire department equipment

(p) Special tools, keys

(q) Ladders

(r) Safety equipment

(s) Notifications announcements

(t) Signs

(u) Charts, forms, checklist, logs

(v) Acceptance test forms

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B.4.3 Subsection 3: Approval Requirements. This section identifies all the close out

documents required by the owner and the authority having jurisdiction as part of the overall

commissioning process.

(1) Identify method of approval (acceptance) required (verbal or written) from the owner and the

authority having jurisdiction if system satisfied all applicable code and standards compliance

requirements

(2) Identify method of remedial action when a system or portion of a system fails to operate as

specified and or as required by codes and standards or the sequence of operations

(3) Documentation to be submitted at completion verifying that systems are in compliance with

all applicable codes and standards, requirements of the authority having jurisdiction,

narrative, design and specifications, and sequence of operations

(4) Documentation to be submitted to the authority having jurisdiction listing names, addresses,

and telephone numbers of personnel for emergency notification

Safety and Fire Protection Systems



Revise text to read as follows:The following requirements shall apply to pressure supervisory signal-initiating devices: [ 5.15.2.2]

(1) A pressure tank supervisory signal-initiating device for a pressurized limited water supply, such as a pressure tank,shall indicate both high- and low-pressure conditions. The off-normal signal shall be initiated when the required pressureincreases or decreases by 70 kPa (10 psi)

(2) A pressure supervisory signal-initiating device for a dry-pipe sprinkler system shall indicate both high- andlow-pressure conditions. The off-normal signal shall be initiated when the pressure increases or decreases by 70 kPa(10 psi).

(3) A steam pressure supervisory signal-initiating device shall indicate a low pressure condition. The off-normal signalshall be initiated prior to the pressurefalling below 110 percent of the minimum operating pressure of the steam operated equipment supplied.

(4) An initiating device for supervising the pressure of sources other than those specified in 6B.2.3.1.2(1)[ 5.15.2.2(1)] through 6B.2.3.1.2(3) [ 5.15.2.2(3)] shall be provided as required by the authority havingjurisdiction.

Correct references to match the extracted text from NFPA 72.

Annex B is deleted as it does not comply with the Manual of Style and is no longer neededsince the original chapter on Interconnected Systems is removed.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-209 Log #206


Revise text to read as follows:Revise a) to read as follows: a) Water supply system fire mains and hydrants, such as municipal or private systems,

fire mains and hydrants, storage tanks, and fire pumps.”The proposal is an attempt to improve the wording.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-210 Log #185


Add new text to read as follows:l) Passive systems including doors, walls, floors, ceilings and roof decks.

This list is predominately all active systems. Reference to passive systems etc... should be includedsince it is balanced throughout the rest of the document as well.




Revise text to read as follows:Revise h) to read as follows: “h) Kitchen cooking equipment suppression and exhaust systems fire suppression

system(s), such as wet chemical or automatic sprinklers.”It is my view that the current wording could be better worded. I offer a suggested revision.

See Committee Action on Committee Proposal 3-16 (Log #CP31) Section B.2.4(4)(8).

_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-212 Log #167


Delete B3.1 and B.3.2 and renumber balance of section accordingly.This is not an extract from NFPA 20. Note: many other cross-references in Annex B need to be

validated (e.g., NFPA 72).


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_______________________________________________________________________________________________Rodger Reiswig, SimplexGrinnell


Separate outputs from the fire alarm systems to the elevator controller(s) shall be provided to implementelevator Phase I Emergency Recall Operation in accordance with Section 2.27 of ASME A17.1, Safety Code forElevators and Escalators, and as required by in NFPA 72:6.16.3.12. section on Elevator Recall for Firefighter Service.

An oOutputs shall be provided for each of the following elevator recall functions.(1) Designated Level Recall(2) Alternate Level Recall(3) Visual Warning Signal(4) Other functions as required

Where elevator power shutdown is required, an output from the fire alarm system shall be provided to causeinitiate the shutdown.

If pressure or waterflow switches are used to shut down elevator power immediately upon or prior to thedischarge of water from sprinklers, the use of devices with time-delay switches or time-delay capability shall not bepermitted. [ 6.16.4.3* Elevator Shutdown]

Control circuits to shut down elevator power shall be monitored for presence of operating voltage. Loss ofvoltage to the control circuit for the disconnecting means shall cause a supervisory signal to be indicated at the controlunit and required remote annunciators. [NFPA 6.16.4.4*Elevator Shutdown]

Typical Method of Providing Elevator Power Shunt Trip Supervisory Signal. (Not submitted)

Where elevators have been designed with Emergency Evacuation Operation, (Occupant-ControlledEvacuation) the interaction between the fire alarm system, elevator system and any associated systems shall be testedin accordance with ASME A17.1 and in accordance with NFPA 72 testing requirements for Emergency ControlFunctions.

Revised text within NFPA 72 now recognizes Elevators for Occupant-Controlled Evacuation. As suchNFPA 3 needs to correlate with both 72 and ASME A17.1. The revised text now gives the user reference to the newsections and a better understanding of the multiple systems that pertain to elevators and fire alarm systems.


_______________________________________________________________________________________________3-214 Log #84


Delete text to read as follows:Fire doors or shutters that are unlocked by the fire alarm system shall remain latched.

This paragraph is not extracted text and should be removed from Annex B.

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Renumber Annex D to Annex C revise to read as follows:

Annex C Sample Commissioning DocumentationC.1 The forms listed in this annex are recommended as useful tools to document critical path activities related tosystems commissioning and project management,. It is not the intent of this standard to mandate the use of these forms.The user is encouraged to modify the forms or use other documentation to capture and document pertinentcommissioning related activities.C. 1.1 Basis of Design. Figure C.1.1 as shown in the draft at the end of this report can be used to capture the OPR asrequired by Section 4.3.2. (See Figure C.1.1 Basis of Design ).C.1.2 Equipment Scope and Responsible Parties. Figure C.1.2 as shown in the draft at the end of this report is intendedto identify the area and application of each fire and life safety system. The form can be used in conjunction with the BOD(See Figure C.1.2).C.1.3 Project Schedule. The project schedule can be any adaptation of a spreadsheet. The example shown in FigureC.1.3 as shown in the draft at the end of this report should be modified to suit the specific parameters of each project.C.1.4 Project Management Forms. Figures C.1.4 through C.1.12 as shown in the draft at the end of this report areexamples of project management documentation that should be used on most projects where commissioning isrequired. Any adaptation of these forms should be permitted to document appropriate commissioning activities.C.1 Sample Project Information Sheet.C.2 Sample Project Schedule.C.3 Sample Pre-Installation Checklist.C.4 Sample Basis of Design (BOD).C.5 Sample Training Plan.

All forms in pre-ROP Annex B are moved to Annex C. The acceptance test checklists and plan reviewchecklists are removed because neither are applicable after the changes to the document outlined in this proposal.

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Revise text to read as follows:Revise f) to read as follows: “f) Manual suppression system – such as portable fire extinguishers of the appropriate

classifications types, capacities, and numbers properly located, identified and mounted.”The current text is not adequate in my view to define a manual suppression system of fire

extinguishers. The proposed text is suggested to better illustrate my view of what is needed.

See Committee Action on 3-10 (Log #106). Portable fire extinguishers are not consideredsystems and therefore are not covered in this document.

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Add new text to read as follows:Add reference to NFPA 105 Standard for the Installation of Smoke Door Assemblies and Other Opening Protectives,

2007 Edition to Annex D.2.NFPA 105 addresses smoke dampers and smoke doors, which are integral to the commissioning

process. Appropriate text from NFPA 105, Chapter 6 should also be extracted into annex B of this document.

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Add new text to read as follows:NFPA 221, Standard for High Challenge Fire Walls, Fire Walls and Fire Barrier Walls, 2009 Edition.

This NFPA reference is missing from the list. We cannot include passive system in the body of thedocument and not include one of the major NFPA standards that governs it.

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Add new text to read as follows:D.3.5 ASTM Publication, American Society for Testing of Materials.Renumber existing D.3.5 or insert as applicable for style.

Several standards for installation and 3rd party inspection are governed by ASTM as well as UL andFM. These should be included in the referenced material. Renumber

Submittal is not referencing an actual document. Reference to an association is not consistentwith NFPA Manual of Style.

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