technical standard mas-fpr-001 fire protection, …

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TECHNICAL STANDARD

MAS-FPR-001 FIRE PROTECTION, PUBLIC ADDRESS / EWIS AND HEARING LOOPS

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(UNCONTROLLED WHEN PRINTED) MAS-FPR-001

DISCLAIMER

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This Standard was developed by Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne) Pty Ltd (Melbourne Airport) for

use in the construction and maintenance of works at Melbourne Airport in order to:

Provide guidance to persons planning and performing those works as to airport specific

requirements; and

Promote consistency in utilities infrastructure across the airport generally.

While Melbourne Airport expects users to comply with this Standard, users should keep in mind that

in some circumstances a higher standard than the minimum set out in this Standard may be

warranted. In particular, users are also required to:

Exercise their professional judgement as to whether this Standard is appropriate to the

particular circumstances;

Bring to the task their knowledge of other relevant industry standards and practices that

should also apply; and

Request from Melbourne Airport, authority to depart from this Standard, and advise why such

departure is appropriate.

The use of the information contained in this Standard is at the user’s sole risk. Melbourne Airport,

officers, employees and agents:

Make no representations, express or implied, as to the accuracy of the information contained

in this Standard;

Accept no liability for any use of the information contained in this Standard or reliance placed

on it; and

Make no representations, either express or implied, as to the suitability of the information

contained in this Standard for any particular purpose.

Melbourne Airport does not endorse, or in any respect warrant, any third party products or services by

virtue of any information, material or content referred to, included in, or linked to from this Standard.

Please note that this Standard may be updated from time to time without notice and shall be subject

to Periodic Review as part of the Melbourne Airport Document Control Process (MAS-GEN-002).

Users are required to check they are referring to the most recent version.

Copyright in this document belongs to Melbourne Airport.

Version Prepared by Authorised by Publish Date

1 Michael Candiloro Neil Smith 5/09/2014

2 Paul Raffa Neil Smith 10/11/2017

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CONTENTS

1 Scope ............................................................................................................................................ 7

1.1 Mandatory and Non-Mandatory Requirements .................................................................. 7

1.2 Limits of Standard ............................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Deviation from Standard ..................................................................................................... 7

2 Sustainable Design ....................................................................................................................... 8

3 References .................................................................................................................................... 8

4 Definitions ................................................................................................................................... 10

4.1 Terms and Definitions ....................................................................................................... 10

4.2 Abbreviations .................................................................................................................... 11

5 Implementation ........................................................................................................................... 13

6 Fire Authority ............................................................................................................................... 13

7 Fire Protection Approval Process ............................................................................................... 14

8 General ....................................................................................................................................... 15

9 Preferred Contractors ................................................................................................................. 15

10 Fire Suppression ......................................................................................................................... 15

10.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 15

10.2 Water Supply .................................................................................................................... 16

10.2.1 Terminal Building Fire Water Supply ................................................................... 16

10.2.2 Non-Terminal Building Fire Water Supply ........................................................... 16

10.3 Static Water Storage Tanks .............................................................................................. 16

10.4 Fire Pump-sets ................................................................................................................. 17

10.4.1 Fire Pump-sets .................................................................................................... 17

10.4.2 Diesel Powered Pump-sets ................................................................................. 18

10.4.3 Battery Powered Pump-sets ............................................................................... 18

10.5 Fire Sprinkler System – Non-Terminal Buildings .............................................................. 18

10.6 Fire Sprinkler System – Terminal Buildings ..................................................................... 18

10.6.1 General ................................................................................................................ 18

10.6.2 Sprinklers ............................................................................................................ 19

10.6.3 Concealed Spaces .............................................................................................. 19

10.6.4 Kitchen Hood Duct Systems - Automatic Sprinkler System ................................ 19

10.6.5 Kitchen Hood Duct Systems - Automatic Wet Chemical Suppression System .. 20

10.6.6 Pre-Action Dry Pipe Sprinklers Systems ............................................................. 20

10.6.7 Documentation .................................................................................................... 20

10.6.8 Testing and Commissioning ................................................................................ 21

10.6.9 Sprinkler Protection during Construction Works ................................................. 21

10.7 Fire Hydrant and Hose Reel System ................................................................................ 21

10.7.1 General ................................................................................................................ 21

10.7.2 Fire Brigade Booster Connection ........................................................................ 22

10.8 Pipework ........................................................................................................................... 22

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10.8.1 General ................................................................................................................ 22

10.8.2 Materials .............................................................................................................. 22

10.8.3 Anti-Freeze Protection......................................................................................... 22

10.8.4 Installation ........................................................................................................... 22

10.8.5 Pipe Preparation and Fabrication ........................................................................ 22

10.8.6 Below Ground Pipe Protection ............................................................................ 23

10.8.7 Valves .................................................................................................................. 23

10.9 Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems ................................................................................ 23

10.9.1 General ................................................................................................................ 23

10.9.2 Extinguishing Agent............................................................................................. 23

10.9.3 System Control and Activation ............................................................................ 23

10.9.4 Equipment and Fittings........................................................................................ 25

10.9.5 Design Concentration .......................................................................................... 25

10.9.6 Reserve Agent ..................................................................................................... 25

10.9.7 Pressure Relief Venting ...................................................................................... 25

10.9.8 Post Fire Ventilation System ............................................................................... 26

10.10 Portable Fire Fighting Equipment ..................................................................................... 26

10.10.1 General ................................................................................................................ 26

10.10.2 Types of Fire Extinguishers ................................................................................. 26

10.10.3 Fire Extinguisher Location and Signage ............................................................. 26

10.10.4 Mounting .............................................................................................................. 26

10.10.5 Signage ............................................................................................................... 26

10.11 Fire Fighting Equipment Cabinet ...................................................................................... 27

10.11.1 General ................................................................................................................ 27

10.11.2 Signage ............................................................................................................... 27

11 Fire Detection Systems ............................................................................................................... 28

11.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 28

11.2 Non-Terminal Buildings .................................................................................................... 28

11.3 Terminal Buildings ............................................................................................................ 28

11.4 Multipoint Aspirated Smoke Detection Systems ............................................................... 29

11.5 Battery Calculations .......................................................................................................... 30

11.6 Documentation.................................................................................................................. 30

11.7 Colour Graphics System ................................................................................................... 30

12 Fire Smoke Control and Mechanical Systems Interface ............................................................. 31

12.1 Terminal Fire Smoke Control Strategy ............................................................................. 31

12.2 Terminal Fire Smoke Control and Mechanical Systems Interface ................................... 31

13 PA and EWIS Systems ............................................................................................................... 32

13.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 32

13.2 Terminal Emergency Warning System ............................................................................. 32

13.2.1 General ................................................................................................................ 32

13.2.2 EWIS Automatic Cascading ................................................................................ 33

13.2.3 Equipment ........................................................................................................... 33

13.3 Audio Frequency Induction Loops .................................................................................... 34

13.3.1 General ................................................................................................................ 34

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13.3.2 Equipment ........................................................................................................... 34

13.3.3 Installation ........................................................................................................... 34

14 Sandwich Panels ........................................................................................................................ 34

14.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 34

14.2 Non-Permitted Sandwich Panels ...................................................................................... 35

14.3 Permitted Sandwich Panels .............................................................................................. 35

14.4 Sandwich Panel Room Fire Protection ............................................................................. 35

15 Penetrations ................................................................................................................................ 35

16 Underground Services ................................................................................................................ 35

17 Painting ....................................................................................................................................... 36

17.1.1 General ................................................................................................................ 36

17.1.2 Colour Schedule .................................................................................................. 36

18 Labelling ...................................................................................................................................... 36

18.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 36

18.2 Pipework ........................................................................................................................... 36

18.3 Sprinkler Control Valves ................................................................................................... 37

18.4 Valves ............................................................................................................................... 37

18.5 Fire Detection Equipment ................................................................................................. 37

18.6 Emergency Warning System Equipment .......................................................................... 38

18.7 Cables ............................................................................................................................... 38

19 Submissions ................................................................................................................................ 40

19.1 Equipment Submissions ................................................................................................... 40

19.1.1 Fire Suppression Systems .................................................................................. 40

19.1.2 Fire Detection Systems ....................................................................................... 40

19.2 Reference Drawings ......................................................................................................... 40

19.3 Shop Drawings ................................................................................................................. 41

19.4 Approvals .......................................................................................................................... 41

19.5 As-Built Drawings ............................................................................................................. 41

19.5.1 General ................................................................................................................ 41



19.5.4 PA / EWIS Systems ............................................................................................. 42

20 Maintenance and Operation Manuals ......................................................................................... 42

20.1 Manual Content ................................................................................................................ 42



20.1.3 PA and EWIS (SSEP) Systems .......................................................................... 43

20.2 Manual Structure .............................................................................................................. 43

20.3 Manual Review ................................................................................................................. 45

20.4 Manual Production ............................................................................................................ 45

21 Training ....................................................................................................................................... 46

21.1 General ............................................................................................................................. 46

21.2 Fire Suppression Systems ................................................................................................ 46

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21.3 Fire Detection Systems..................................................................................................... 46

21.4 PA and EWIS (SSEP) Systems ........................................................................................ 46

22 Independent Certification ............................................................................................................ 47

23 Certificate of Final Inspection ..................................................................................................... 47

24 Practical Completion ................................................................................................................... 47

24.1 Fire Suppression Systems ................................................................................................ 47

24.2 Fire Detection Systems..................................................................................................... 48

24.3 PA and EWIS (SSEP) Systems ........................................................................................ 49

25 Warranty and Defects Liability Period ......................................................................................... 49

Appendix A Descriptors for Firenet System Programming ............................................................. 50

Appendix B Fire System Interface Testing Matirx ........................................................................... 51

Appendix C ARFF and MFB ASE Conenction Details .................................................................... 54

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1 Scope

This Standard specifies the requirements for supply, installation, modification, testing and

commissioning of fire protection systems, PA / EWIS and hearing loops associated with fire protection

and notification at Melbourne Airport for both Terminal and Non-Terminal buildings.

The requirements of this Standard seek to ensure that all fire protection installations at Melbourne

Airport are installed in accordance with the Melbourne Airport Fire Strategy as detailed in the

Melbourne Airport Fire Safety Masterplan.

This Standard shall be used by consultants, designers and contractors for the design, installation and

implementation of fire protection systems and associated equipment at Melbourne Airport.

1.1 Mandatory and Non-Mandatory Requirements

The following language key describes the requirements of imperative statements within this Standard.

The word:

Shall - describes mandatory requirements;

Should - describes non-mandatory best practice recommendations; and

May - describes possible options that are not mandatory or best practice.

1.2 Limits of Standard

Users of this Standard shall explicitly demonstrate compliance with this Standard. Compliance shall

be demonstrated through:

Adopting appropriate standards and providing explicit reasons for their selection; or

Providing an explicit, evidence based, business case supporting compliance with this

standard.

The general statement “in accordance with Melbourne Airport Standards”, shall not be deemed

acceptable without further detail.

Questions regarding this Standard shall be addressed to the Fire & Life Safety

Manager

1.3 Deviation from Standard

Where the requirements of this Standard are not able to be met through the design process, a request

for deviation shall be made. Requests for deviation shall explicitly state the areas where a proposal

does not comply. As a minimum, submissions shall include detailed commentary on:

The reason for deviation from this Standard;

How the deviation complies with all other mandatory standards or regulations; and

Any impacts on safety, reliability, ongoing cost, operability and maintenance.

Deviations from any part of this Standard shall be submitted to the Melbourne Airport Standards

Team for approval before they are implemented or incorporated into a design. Approval of a deviation

from this Standard is not guaranteed. Approval of a deviation shall not constitute approval of the same

approach in the future.

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2 Sustainable Design

Users of this Standard shall demonstrate that consideration for the whole of life has been undertaken

ensuring sustainability has been optimised. Whole of life includes implementation and operation

through to decommissioning and disposal.

Works in accordance with this Standard shall consider both its effect on and how it will be affected by

the following:

Economic;

Social;

Environmental;

Security; and

Operation and maintenance.

The user of this Standard shall make use of historical, current and projected / forecasted information

when assessing the Sustainable Design for the whole of life.

Users shall apply the principles of harm minimisation. Wherein scientific doubt shall not be used as a

reason to avoid undertaking preventative measures.

3 References

The following normative documents contain requirements which, through reference in this text,

constitute requirements of this standard. For dated references, subsequent amendments or revisions

shall not apply. For undated references, the latest edition of the normative document referred to

applies.

14227-FSS

FSG

The Melbourne Airport Precinct Fire Safety Strategy

FIRE SAFETY GUIDELINES: FSG01 – FSG02- FSG04 – FSG05 –

FSG013 – FSG17

MAF-FPR-001-01 ARFF ASE Connection Application Form

MAF-FPR-001-02 ADT MFB ASE Connection Application Form

MAN-WF-DIA-1000[D] Melbourne Airport Wayfinding and Signage Guidelines

MAS-ELC-001 Standards for Electrical Work at APAM - LV

MAS-GEN-005 Computer Aided Drafting

MAS-GEN-006 Maximo Asset Data

MAS-MCH-003 Painting and Corrosion Protection of Mechanical Plant

MAS-MCH-004 Ductwork, Dampers, Diffusers, Grilles and Registers

FSG05 Fire Impairment Procedures

AS/NZS 1221 Fire hose reels

AS 1319 Safety signs for the occupational environment

AS 1428 Design for access and mobility

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AS 1428.5 Design for access and mobility – Communication for people who

are deaf or hearing impaired

AS 1432 Copper tubes for plumbing, gasfitting and drainage applications

AS/NZS 1477 PVC pipes and fittings for pressure applications

AS 1518 Extruded high density polyethylene protective coating of pipes

AS 1530.4 Methods for fire testing on building materials, components and

structures – Fire resistant test of elements of building construction

AS 1572 Copper and copper alloys – Seamless tubes for engineering

purposes

AS 1668.1 The use of mechanical ventilation and air conditioning in buildings

AS 1670.1 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems – System

design, installation and commissioning – Fire

AS 1670.4 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems – System

design, installation and commissioning – Sound systems and

intercom systems for emergency purposes

AS 1682 Fire Dampers

AS 1851 Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment

AS 2118 Automatic fire sprinkler systems

AS 2118.1-2006 Automatic fire sprinkler systems – General systems

AS 2304 Water storage tanks for fire protection systems

AS 2419.1 Fire hydrant installations – System design, installation and

commissioning

AS 2441 Installation of fire hose reels

AS 2444 Portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets – Selection and

location requirements

AS 2941 Fixed fire protection installations – Pumpset systems

AS 3000 SAA Wiring rules

AS/NZS 3013 Electrical installations – Classification of the fire and mechanical

performance of wiring system elements

AS 3500 National plumbing and drainage code

AS 4041 Pressure piping

AS 4118.2.1 Fire sprinkler systems – Piping – General

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AS 4214 Gaseous fire extinguishing systems

AS 4428 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom system – Control and

indicating equipment

AS/NZS 4441 Oriented PVC (PVC-O) pipes for pressure applications

AS/NZS 4765 Modified PVC (PVC-M) pipes for pressure applications

AS 7240 series Fire detection system equipment and components

AS ISO 14520.1 Gaseous fire-extinguishing systems – Physical properties and system design

– Part 1 General requirements

AS ISO 14520.5 Gaseous fire-extinguishing systems – Physical properties and system design

– Part 5 FK-5-12e Extinguishant (Novec 1230)

AS 60849 Sound systems for emergency purposes

AS/ACIF S009 Installation requirements for customer cabling (Wiring rules)

NCC BCA National Construction Code Building Code of Australia

NCC Plumbing Code of

Australia

National Construction Code Plumbing Code of Australia

FIA Guidance for the Fire

Protection Industry

Guidance of the pressure relief and post discharge venting of

enclosures protected by gaseous firefighting systems.

NFPA 17A Wet chemical extinguishing systems

UL 300 Standard for Fire Testing of Fire Extinguishing Systems for

Protection of Restaurant Cooking Areas

4 Definitions

4.1 Terms and Definitions

Airside The movement area of an aerodrome, adjacent terrain and

buildings or portions thereof, access of which is controlled.

As-Built Final set of drawings and models produced at the completion of a

project which include all changes that have been made to the

original IFC drawings, including:

Notes;

RFI’s;

Information the Project Manager / Stakeholders identify as

required; and

Any other information required by the PERCOW conditions.

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Brigade Calling Immediate, automatic notification to the fire authority.

Concession Area Area within Melbourne Airport Terminal in which a third party has

entered into an agreement with Melbourne Airport to pursue retail

activities. Defects Liability Period A period of time after during which the Contractor has the

responsibility to return to the site to remedy defects at cost.

Practical Completion Certification that all works and associated documentation as agreed

in the contract have been completed and approved by Melbourne

Airport.

Sandwich Panel Composite panel comprising a metal faced external skin which is

adhered to an internal core material.

Terminal Melbourne Airport Terminal buildings T2, T3 and T4.

4.2 Abbreviations

ABC Airport Building Controller

ACC Airport Coordination Centre

AFILS Audio Frequency Induction Loops

AGM Absorbed Glass Matt

AHU Air Handling Unit

ARFF Aviation Rescue and Fire Fighting

ASD Aspirating Smoke Detector

ASE Alarm Signalling Equipment

BMS Building Management System

CA Commissioning Authority

CAD Computer Aided Design

CIE Control and Indicating Equipment

DGP Data Gathering Panels

EOL End of Line

EPS Expanded Polystyrene

ESFR Early Suppression Fast Response

EWIS Emergency Warning and Intercommunication System

FCR Fire Control Room

FFCP Fire Fan Control Panel

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FID Flight Information Display

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FIP Fire Indication Panel

FPE Fire Protection Engineer

FRL Fire Resistance Level

FSE Fire Safety Engineer

FSG Fire Safety Guidelines

FSM Fire Services Manual

FSP Fire Services Provider

HLI High Level Interface

HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

ICT Information and Communications Technology

ID Identification

IFC Issued For Construction

LCS Local Control Station

MAPP Melbourne Airport Project Process

MFB Melbourne Fire Brigade

MSSB Mechanical Services Switchboard

OS&Y Outside Screw and Yoke

OWS Occupant Warning System

PA Public Address

PERCOW Permission to Commence Work

PIR Polyisocyanurate

PSTN Public Switched Telephone Network

PVC Polyvinyl Chloride

PWG Project Working Group

SIM Subscriber Identification Module

SPL Sound Pressure Level

SSEP Sound System for Emergency Purposes

STI Speech Transmission Index

TSB Terminal Services Building

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VESDA Very Early Smoke Detection Apparatus

WIP Warden Intercommunication Phone

5 Implementation

Requirements of this Standard shall not be varied unless otherwise approved in writing by the

Melbourne Airport Fire and Life Safety Manager or the Melbourne Airport Fire Safety Manager.

Queries / issues relating to the content of this Standard may be directed to the Melbourne Airport Fire

and Life Manager.

Implementation of this Standard shall be in conjunction with the requirements of the Melbourne Airport

Fire Safety Guidelines and relevant authorities, including the following:

Aviation Rescue and Fire Fighting (i.e. Form 1, Form 2, Form 3 and Form 4);

Airport Building Controller (i.e. building permits); and

Melbourne Airport permit procedures (i.e. PERCOW, Building Activity Completion).

Refer to Appendix D for relevant Fire Safety Guidelines

Unless specified otherwise, all materials used in the execution of the works shall be first quality, new

and suited to the intended application.

All equipment and plant items shall be recorded in Maximo in accordance with MAS-GEN-006.

6 Fire Authority

For Terminal Buildings and buildings where the structure forms part of the airside boundary, the fire

authority shall be the ARFF. The fire authority for all other buildings shall be the MFB in conjunction

with ARFF.

Non terminal buildings directly associated with Terminal buildings shall be considered Terminal

buildings in relation to fire detection system requirements, including the following:

Short term car parks;

TSBs;

Tri-generation building;

Data centres; and

Pump rooms.

Consultants, Designers and Contractors shall allow sufficient time to engage with, and complete

required applications, with ARFF through Airservices Australia and MFB as applicable.

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7 Fire Protection Approval Process

Figure 1 details the high level process for design, installation and certification of fire protection

systems as Melbourne Airport:

Figure 1: Melbourne Airport Fire Protection Design, Installation and Approval Process

Installation works shall not commence until the fire protection design documents have been reviewed

by Melbourne Airport.

For relatively simple projects, (e.g.: Concession Area changes and relocation of equipment to suit

new layout) some steps may be omitted for efficiency. The omission of steps from the process shall

be at the discretion of the Melbourne Airport Fire and Life Safety Manager following a review of the

project scope.

Planning

Feasibility

Design

Melbourne Airport Design Review

Witness Testing

Delivery

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8 General

Where works are being completed within existing areas, existing fire sprinkler and fire detection

systems shall not be isolated simultaneously (i.e. if the sprinkler system is isolated, the fire detection

system in the area shall be operational and vice versa). All fire system impairment works shall be in

accordance with FSG05.

Unless specified otherwise by Melbourne Airport, any existing equipment or materials made

redundant or not required in the final installation shall be notified to Melbourne Airport to be removed

from site and retained by Melbourne Airport where nominated, or, recycled or disposed of in

accordance with the project environmental management plan.

All fire resistant building materials used shall be tested in accordance with AS 1530.4 and installed in

accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements.

All electrical installations shall be in accordance with the following standards:

MAS-ELC-001;

AS 3000;

AS/NZS 3013; and

AS/ACIF S009.

9 Preferred Contractors

All consultants and contractors completing works in accordance with this Standard within the Terminal

shall be as nominated within this Standard, or approved by the Melbourne Airport Fire and Life Safety

Manager.

10 Fire Suppression

10.1 General

Fire suppression system strategy and requirements for the Terminals shall be in accordance with the

Melbourne Airport Precinct Fire Safety Strategy.

Melbourne Airport fire suppression strategy consists of the following active and passive fire

suppression systems and ancillary equipment:

Automatic Fire sprinkler system;

Fire hydrant and hose reel system;

Fire system pump sets;

Gaseous fire suppression system(s);

Fire extinguishers; and

Kitchen hood exhaust suppression systems.

Where applicable fixed fire suppression systems shall interface with other systems, not limited to the following:

Fire Detection & Alarm System

HVAC / smoke control systems;

EWIS;

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Security;

Baggage handling system; and

Vertical transport systems.

Utility supply shutoffs (e.g. gas, power)

All Consultants, Designers and Contractors shall provide details of all fire system interfaces with other systems.

The design shall take into account environmental options, and where feasible, to recycle and reuse water.

10.2 Water Supply

10.2.1 Terminal Building Fire Water Supply

The water arrangement for Melbourne Airport consists of a series of interconnected ring mains that

serve both domestic and fire protection service. The combined main is boosted by fire pump sets,

which are automatically started via a signal from the relevant FIP upon activation of a pressure switch,

or via remote start by ARFF.

Terminal building fire services shall use the combined main water supply. Hydraulic calculations shall

be completed to ensure sufficient pressure and flow is available.

Where the combined main cannot provide sufficient pressure or flow for a system serving a terminal

building, dedicated fire tanks and pump-sets shall be provided.

All new fire tanks and pumpsets shall be located in consultation and approval from ARFF & ABC.

Dedicated fire supply lines shall be metered.

10.2.2 Non-Terminal Building Fire Water Supply

Full capacity static water storage tanks with dedicated pump-sets shall be used for non-Terminal

building fire water supply.

Where it is proposed to utilize the existing underground Terminal water supply to reduce the

capacity of new fire tanks by means of automatic tank infill, provide calculations to APAM for

review.

10.3 Static Water Storage Tanks

Static and break water storage tanks shall be in accordance with AS 2304.

System installation shall be in accordance with the NCC Plumbing Code of Australia and AS 3500.

The effective capacity of static water storage tanks shall be calculated based upon the hydraulic most

favourable and most unfavourable demand of all connected systems and the duty points of the

selected fire pump-sets, taking into account the following:

Minimum clearances specified in the tank and system installation standards;

Tank dimension constraints;

Suction vortex; and

Minimum air gap between the tank fill outlet and full water lever (overflow outlet).

20% Allowance mandated by AS 2118.1-2006

Where possible, full capacity tanks should be provided.

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Tanks shall be constructed of the following materials:

Galvanised steel; or

Stainless steel.

Liners or bladders shall not be used.

Water storage tanks shall be provided with the following items:

Dual full capacity automatic inflow valves, featuring modulating horizontal float (equal or similar to Bermaid FP 450 Style)

Low level pump suction connection, fitted with a vortex plate;

Low level fire brigade suction point with Stortz fittings;

Low level drain valve;

High level overflow drain (1 standard diameter larger that inflow) with air gap to provide a visual notification of inflow valve leak

Visual level indicator within sight of approaching brigade

Class A valve monitors for all automatic infill and outlet isolation valves;

Electric high level float switch location 5mm below the height of the overflow outlet monitored by the fire detection system; and

Electronic low level float switch located to indicate when the water level is at 80% effective

capacity monitored by the fire detection system

Tank roof access panel, c/w ladder

Tank shall be mounted on concrete plinths, not bolted to concrete floors.

The Fire Services Protection Contractor shall complete the following calculations to verify final tank

selection prior to ordering:

Minimum effective capacity based on system demand at hydraulically most favourable duty

and pump characteristics;

Maximum suction rate vs minimum inflow rate (based on automatic inflow for limited capacity

tanks);

Vortex plate size; and

Tank gross weight / loading (filled with water) for foundation confirmation.

10.4 Fire Pump-sets

10.4.1 Fire Pump-sets

Dedicated fire pump-sets shall only supply water from dedicated fire water storage tanks. Fire pump-

sets shall not be connected directly to the Melbourne Airport water mains.

Pumps shall be in accordance with AS 2941.

Fire pump-sets shall be provided with the following:

Permanent pump gland drains run to a floor waste (including pumps fitted with mechanical

seals);

Direct drive together with a spacer coupling to allow removal of either pump or driver without

the need to disturb other component. All couplings shall be protected by a guard;

Separate pumps on individual skids are required

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All pumps shall be mounted on concrete plinths.

Mechanical seals shall only be used where pressure exceeding 700kPa is expected, or where

significant pressure fluctuations are expected;

Pressure switches for pump starting, duplicated for each booster pump;

Permanent flow test pipe complete with sockets fitted with pitot tube flow test elements. The

length of the test pipe shall be at least 20 times the diameter of the pipe to allow the flow test

point to be located at a sufficient distance from any upstream fittings. The flow test pipe shall

be fitted with isolation valves at each end and shall discharge back into the water storage

tank; and

‘Pump Run’ and ‘Pump Fail’ status signal indication at the FIP.

Pumps shall be sized to deliver the system duty points without the need of Pressure Reduction Valves.

The Designer shall confirm the hydraulic requirements for the pump size and duty to satisfy the

demand and water supply by full hydraulic calculations of the fire service system, including the

provision of connected ancillary fire service systems where required prior to procurement.

Pump-sets shall be supplied with a tool kit and spare parts, installed in a locked wall mounted metal

cabinet.

All pump-set selections shall be reviewed / approved by the Melbourne Airport prior to procurement.

10.4.2 Diesel Powered Pump-sets

Diesel pump-set motors shall be provided with the following:

Engine block heaters.

Fuel tank with capacity to provide for a minimum running time of 360 minutes at full load;

Diesel fuel tank refill point shall be accessible by means of elevated platform with

handrails.Galvanized or stainless steel exhaust fitted with high temperature insulation /

lagging for 2m after discharge from the engine and at any location where the exhaust is

located within 2.2m of a finished floor level.

Exhaust outlet shall be fitted with galvanized weather seal flap.

Motor shall be provided by Detroit, Caterpillar, Cummins or Drake.

10.4.3 Battery Powered Pump-sets

Pump-set batteries shall be in accordance with AS 2941 and shall be rated at a minimum of 105 amp

hours.

Batteries shall be of the AGM type. Float charge shall be in accordance with the battery

manufacturer’s requirements.

Batteries shall be securely mounted on a sturdy metal frame off the floor.

10.4.4 Pipe, Valves and couplings

Follow ALL detailed instructions contained within manufacturer’s manuals (ie Victaulic I-100 or

equivalent)

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The contractor is to engage with the manufacturer to ensure they have the appropriate and

latest proprietary equipment and installation manual, and ensure that a copy is issued to the

site installation staff prior to any work commencing;

The contractor is to ensure all staff are trained by the Manufacturer’s certified trainer. (Sales

representatives are not deemed suitable for this on-site training); APAM require documentary

evidence from the contractor identifying staff and training completed.

All grooved components (couplings, fittings, valves, gaskets, bolts and nuts) must be of one

manufacturer

One manufacturer’s fittings, couplings and approved rolling equipment are to be used (no

mixing of fittings and couplings) per installation, (rolling equipment may be of different

manufacture, but must be approved by the coupling manufacturer and APAM;

The contractor to submitAPAM with nominated hold points for inspection of system. These will

include for the contractor to arrange for the supplier/manufacturer to attend site with APAM

services representative to witness metal thickness measurements of roll grooved joints ; Hold

points will be prior to work commencing, Quarterly inspections during the project (inspection

hold points may be increased in frequency should roll grooving standards are found to be non-

compliant with the manufacturers specifications)

10.5 Fire Sprinkler System – Non-Terminal Buildings

Sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with the NCC BCA and AS 2118.1. Alternative solutions

may be applied where approved by Melbourne Airport and the Airport Building Controller.

Hazard classification determination shall be undertaken by a suitably qualified Fire Sprinkler

system designer having a Registered Building Practitioner listing. The hazard classification

determination shall be submitted to ABC for approval during the design phase.

Where hazards such as high piled storage risks of specific commodities are not nominated by AS

2118.1, referenced FM Data sheets may be applied with ABC review and approval.

10.6 Fire Sprinkler System – Terminal Buildings

10.6.1 General

Terminal fire sprinkler systems shall be in accordance with AS 2118.1 - 2006.

Ordinary Hazard Category 3 shall be adopted as the minimum design criteria in accordance with

AS 2118.1 - 2006 for all areas of the Terminal building.

Where available, Melbourne Airport will provide the following information to facilitate design works:

Existing system As-Built information;

Relevant control valve and FIP zones within the project area; and

Access to site for purposes of inspection and survey of existing services.

The Contractor shall inform Melbourne Airport of the following as part of the design package prior to

Melbourne Airport approval:

Proposed changes to the existing system marked up on Melbourne Airport supplied As-Built

drawings; and

Proposed changes to any sprinkler zoning or extent.

Report major inconsistencies with As-Built information.

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10.6.2 Sprinklers

All sprinkler heads shall be fast response type.

Where exposed sprinklers are installed in an area with existing sprinklers, the colour of the sprinklers

shall match the existing sprinklers.

Sprinkler heads shall be approved by Melbourne Airport.

Sprinkler systems shall be provided in accordance with the following:

Main sprinkler stop (control) valves shall be OS&Y type gate valves, complete with Class A

valve monitor, straps, locks and labels;

Sprinklers installed in freezers and cool rooms shall be glass bulb dry pendant type. Glycerine

filler sprinklers shall not be used;

Sprinklers installed in exhaust ducts shall be complete with dust boxes and a union coupling

or similar fitting located adjacent to the enclosure to facilitate removal for cleaning and or

replacement purposes; and

Sprinklers shall be fitted with approved metal guards that do not impair the performance of the

sprinkler, where they are located less than 2.2m above floor level, or subject to mechanical

damage.

Monitored subsidiary valves and drain points shall be provided for individual Concession Areas to an

approved location.

Where modifications to floor space are being completed in existing areas, the Contractor shall

complete a full hydraulic calculation for the system.

10.6.3 Flexible droppers

In lieu of rigid pipe offsets or return bends for sprinkler drops a multiple-use Flexible Stainless Steel

Sprinkler Drop System may be used to locate sprinklers as required by final finished ceiling tiles and

walls. The drop system shall consist of a braided type 300- series Stainless Steel flexible tube, a

zinc plated steel 25mm BSPT Male threaded nipple for connection to branch line piping, and a zinc

plated steel reducer with a 15mm NPT/BSPT female thread for connection to the sprinkler head.

The flexible drop must be cULus listed up to a maximum of eight 90 degree bends on a 1220mm

flexible hose to assure proper installation. All hoses shall be 100% kink resistant with a minimum

bend radius that must be cULus listed at 51mm. Union joints shall be provided for ease of

installation and to avoid residual torque. The flexible drop shall attach to the ceiling grid using a one-

piece open gate bracket (The bracket shall allow for sprinkler installation before or after the bracket

is secured to the sprinkler grid). The braided drop system is FM Approved for sprinkler services to

1375 kPa (200 psi) and cULus listed to 1206 kPa (175 psi).

All hoses shall be factory-pressure tested to 400 psi. (2760 kPa).

Approvals:

FM-1637

UL 2443

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10.6.4 Concealed Spaces

Concealed spaces shall be protected in accordance with the following:

Conventional concealed spaces shall have fast response, light hazard spray sprinklers of

10mm nominal orifice in accordance with Light Hazard requirements of AS 2118.1 - 2006 and

a maximum coverage of 21m2 per sprinkler;

Concealed spaces containing building services plant and / or equipment shall be designed

with a maximum coverage of 12 m2 per sprinkler; and

Concealed spaces containing trafficable walkways or platforms used not only for routine

maintenance, i.e. spaces used frequently as part of normal airport operations, shall be

considered as occupied spaces and sprinklers shall be designed accordingly.

Roof and ceiling spaces protected by standard response sprinklers that are separated

by building elements or baffles from spaces containing Fast Response sprinklers shall

be replaced with fast response type. Where small fit out spaces are refurbished, the

designer shall consultate with the ABC for direction.

10.6.5 Kitchen Hood Duct Systems - Automatic Sprinkler System

Sprinklers shall be installed within the kitchen exhaust ductwork in accordance with this Standard,

FSG04 and the following:

To act as a cut-off sprinkler, located at the entrance to the horizontal duct connection and the

kitchen hood;

4.0m apart in horizontal ducts;

At the head of all rising ducts; and

For new builds or large scales projects, a dedicated food and beverage sprinkler isolating

valve shall be considered to reduce the effect of concessionaire disruption.

Sprinklers may be omitted from within the kitchen hood / canopy.

All in-duct sprinklers shall be located within 300mm of a cleaning access door. Where the ductwork is

protected by a 60 minute fire rating enclosure or shaft for the entire length of duct, the induct

sprinklers required above may be omitted.

Prior to final inspection by APAM the relevant FSG04 Kitchen Hood Inspection Checklist shall be

completed.

10.6.6 Kitchen Hood Duct Systems - Automatic Wet Chemical

Suppression System

A fixed automatic wet chemical suppression system shall be provided to protect cooking appliances

beneath the kitchen hood / canopy and grease eliminators.

The suppression systems shall be in accordance with UL 300, NFPA 17A and FSG04.

The system shall be activated automatically by fixed fusible links within the hood, with provision for

manual activation from a release point in proximity to the cooking area. Both means of activation shall

be separate and independent of each other so that a failure of 1 does not impede operation of the

other. Where multiple release points are provided for multiple suppression systems within the same

tenancy, these shall be logically arranged or suitably referenced to avoid confusion.

All movable cooking appliances shall be provided with means of ensuring correct positioning with

respect to the location of suppression devices.

No modifications or changes of location of cooking appliances protected by the fire suppression

system shall be carried out without re-design, re-certification and Melbourne Airport approval.

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An interlock shall be provided to ensure that activation of any fire suppression systems shall

automatically shut off sources of gas and electricity supply to all cooking appliances. All electrical and

gas supplies, which do not require protection but may be exposed to the discharged suppressing

agent, shall also be shut down. The shut off devices shall require manual reset.

A suitable block plan shall be provided with system details and coverage of the wet chemical kitchen

hood suppression system and permanently fixed adjacent to the system controls or protected area.

Prior to final inspection by APAM the relevant FSG04 Kitchen Hood Inspection Checklist shall be

completed.

10.6.7 Pre-Action Dry Pipe Sprinklers Systems

Dry pipe pre-action sprinkler systems shall be provided for areas where baggage x-ray machines are

used, and any other area where water from accidental sprinkler activation can damage critical

systems and disrupt airport operations.

Dry pipe pre-action sprinkler systems shall be comprised of the following:

Dedicated isolation valve station (monitored) and pressure switch (protected within a cage or

suitable enclosure);

24v solenoid;

Drain point;

Aspirated smoke detection system protecting the x-ray space;

Activation of dry pipe solenoid networked into Firenet HLI; and

Site Block Plans.

10.6.8 Documentation

Installation of sprinkler systems shall not commence until the following documentation has been

completed and approved by Melbourne Airport:

Sprinkler block plan;

Sprinkler installation shop drawings;

Emergency instructions;

Fully hydraulically calculated diagrams; and

System interface diagrams.

10.6.9 Testing and Commissioning

Testing and commissioning shall be completed in accordance with AS 2118.1 - 2006.

The following shall be checked prior to equipment tests:

Completed air pressure test for all new installed systems only at 300kPa for a minimum of

12 hours, with a pressure loss of no more than 20%;

All plugs / caps are removed from piping and sprinklers are fitted;

Installation piping is securely supported and painted as necessary;

Escutcheon and plush plates are fitted correctly and sprinklers are unobstructed; and

Where necessary to prevent potential damage, protective cages are installed around

sprinklers.

Water supply shall be tested by a suitable flow measuring device at all pressure / flow devices for full

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function, including at the following locations at a minimum:

At the Melbourne Airport pumping station at the high pressure pump discharge point;

At the break tank and pumps located at gates, if relevant to the project; and

At the relevant alarm valve location of the sprinkler control assembly.

10.6.10 Sprinkler Protection during Construction Works

For any works involving ceiling removal or alteration, sprinkler pipe droppers shall be removed to

mitigate the likelihood of damage from works.

10.7 Fire Hydrant and Hose Reel System

10.7.1 General

Fire hydrant systems shall be in accordance with AS 2419.1.

Fire hose reels shall be in accordance with AS/NZS 1221 and AS 2441.

Fire hydrant and hose reel systems shall be in accordance with the NCC BCA.

Fire hydrant couplings shall be Stortz type in accordance with the ARFF and MFB requirements for

Terminal and Non-Terminal applications respectively.

Any variations to the requirements of the governing standard shall be approved by the ARFF or MFB

service as applicable.

Where vehicular damage may occur, 150mm diameter steel protection bollards shall be installed.

External fire hose reels shall be weather resistant. (Consider Stainless Steel type FHR )

Combined ESFR hydrant systems shall not be installed at Melbourne Airport (Terminal or non-

Terminal buildings).Unless fitted with stand alone water supplies.

10.7.2 Fire Brigade Booster Connection

Fire brigade booster connections shall be in accordance with the NCC BCA and the ARFF or MFB

service requirements as applicable.

Any variations from the NCC BCA shall be approved by the ARFF or MFB service as applicable.

Location and protection of boosters shall be inaccordance with AS 2419.1. Where not practical review and consent is required from ARFF.

10.8 Pipework

10.8.1 General

Fire protection pipework shall be in accordance with AS 4041, NCC BCA and the NCC Plumbing

Code of Australia as applicable.

Fire sprinkler pipework shall be in accordance with AS 4118.2.1.

10.8.2 Materials

Fire sprinkler pipework shall be, as a minimum, medium grade steel.

Stainless Steel is currently being used – Consideration is require to make this material mandatory to airside spaces.

Above ground fire hydrant pipework shall be, as a minimum, galvanised medium grade steel pipe.

Hot-dipped galvanizing shall be in accordance with MAS-MCH-003.

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Plastic or light wall steel pipe shall not be used above ground.

Below ground pipework shall be either, or a combination, of the following:

Type A copper tube in accordance with AS 1432 and AS 1572 as applicable; or

Minimum Series 2 Class 18 PVC ‘Blue Brute’, or equivalent in accordance with AS/NZS 4441,

AS/NZS 1477 and AS/NZS 4765 as applicable.

All materials and components forming part of the fire protection installation shall be rated and tested

at 1.5 x maximum expected system working pressure.

10.8.3 Anti-Freeze Protection

Pipe shall be installed external to specific areas such as cool rooms and freezers and dry pendent

sprinkler protection shall be provided.

All penetrations shall be sealed through insulated panel ceilings and care shall be taken to ensure

that the length of the dropper provides sufficient clearance between the pipework with water and the

cold environment to avoid freezing of the sprinkler pipework.

10.8.4 Installation

All pipe work shall be installed in true straight alignment and securely fixed to the structure at

approved intervals with all changes in direction made with appropriate fittings.

Joints shall be kept to a minimum.

Short lengths of pipe shall not be used to fabricate longer lengths.

Care shall be taken to insulate materials which are likely to set up galvanic or corrosive action when in

contact (e.g.: dissimilar metals).

Supports shall be in accordance with AS 2118.1 – 2006.

10.8.5 Pipe Preparation and Fabrication

Fabrication shall be completed off site wherever practicable.Hot works should be avoided unless

absolutely necessary. Where hot works are required, a hot works permit shall be obtained from

Melbourne Airport from the following contact details:

[email protected]

All reductions in pipe size shall be made with standard reducing fittings. Unless otherwise approved

reducing bushes shall not be used.

All branches and changes in direction shall be formed using purpose made fittings to suit the pipe and

pipe fittings approved for the works. Site formed fittings shall not be accepted.

10.8.6 Below Ground Pipe Protection

All below ground copper pipe shall be wrapped in a polythene sleeve to prevent the copper coming

into contact with the ground / moisture in accordance with AS 1518.

Below ground valves and flanges shall be wrapped in Denso Tape, or a Melbourne Airport approved

equivalent in accordance with AS 1518 to the manufacturer’s specifications. Tape installation shall be

installed with a minimum of 80mm overlap and a final overwrap of Denso MP/HD, or similar in

accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

Where required, mastic shall be applied, Denso Mastic or Melbourne Airport approved equivalent, to

valves and flanges prior to the application of wrapping tape in accordance with AS 1518.

10.8.7 Valves

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Valves shall be strapped and locked in the open / closed position as appropriate.

All locks shall be keyed alike and of a type approved by the Fire Brigade Authority (Lockwood 003).

Single action isolation valves shall not be used on fire systems, this included both sides of back flow prevention and water supply valves.

10.9 Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems

10.9.1 General

Gaseous fire protection systems shall only be used for data / communications rooms where required /

requested by the Melbourne Airport ICT department.

Gaseous fire suppression systems shall be designed as a total flood system and installed in accordance

with

AS ISO 14520.1.

AS ISO 14520.5

to protect in-room, in-ceiling and underfloor areas as applicable.

Where existing systems have been installed in accordance with AS 4214, works to these systems

shall be in accordance with AS 4214.

10.9.2 Extinguishing Agent

Extinguishing agent used shall be Novec 1230.

10.9.3 System Control and Activation

A dedicated gas control FIP shall be provided to monitor the detection in the protected area and

provide control of the gaseous suppression system. The system shall be activated automatically by

the FIP after a time delay (Typically 30 seconds), based on a dual detection configuration,

comprising both high sensitivity ASD (i.e. VESDA) and point type detectors.

The system shall operate in 2 Stages as below:

Stage 1 – Operation of a single detection zone (either aspirated or point type):

• Internal and external fire alarm signs flash;

• Alert tones sounded;

• Initiate alarm to main FIP (to initiate alarm transmission to ARFF and emergency

warning system sequence and any HVAC interface signals);

• Register gas suppression Stage 1 alarm on the fire graphics systems in FCR and

ACC; and

• Output to BMS.

Stage 2 – Operation of both detection zones (aspirated and point type):

• Internal and external fire alarm signs flash;

• Internal evacuate signs and external do not enter signs flash;

• Signal to HVAC system for damper closing & shutdown (if applicable);

• Initiate alarm to main FIP (to initiate alarm transmission to ARFF and emergency

warning system sequence and any HVAC interface signals);

• Gas is released automatically after time delay (30 seconds, unless specified

otherwise); and

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• Output to BMS.

• Room equipment power shutdown (Subject to APAM IT department approval)

The VESDA system shall be configured to operate as follows:

Level 1 – Alert:

• Provide Level 1 signal to the BMS; and

• Register VESDA Level 1 notification on the fire graphics systems in FCR and ACC.

Level 2 – Action:

• Provide Level 2 signal to the BMS; and

• Activate red strobe light.

Level 3 – Fire:

• Provide Level 3 signal to the BMS;

• Activate a red strobe light;

• Register VESDA Level 3 notification on the fire graphics system in FCR and ACC;

• Initiate alarm / trigger zone (Stage 1 or 2) on gas control FIP; and

• Initiate fire alarm on main FIP (to initiate alarm transmission to ARFF and emergency

warning system sequence and HVAC interface signals.

Note: The VESDA operation relates to communications rooms located within the terminal. This may

need to be modified for other facilities.

VESDA’s installed within the Terminal buildings shall be connected to the appropriate VESDAnet

network.

The VESDA detection system shall be provided with its own dedicated power supply unit (PSU)

monitored by the gas control FIP for fault conditions.

Operation of a point type detector or VESDA level 3 alarm shall initiate the alarm / trigger zone on the

gas control FIP, as well as base building operations via a separate fire alarm zone to the main

Terminal Fire System, initiating the graphics system alarm, ASE notification to ARFF, HVAC

interfaces etc.

Any system isolation or fault which may prevent automatic operation of the system shall trigger the

system inoperative warning signs. Such conditions may include, but is not limited to, the following;

Fault condition or isolation of any detection zone used to initiate gas suppression;

Selection of manual mode at the LCS or gas control module;

Loss of circuit continuity from the FIP to the gas suppression actuator(s) or directional valves;

A fault in the wiring to / from the LCS;

Closing of a lock off valve (where fitted);

Loss of pressure in agent storage containers; and

Selection of a reserve agent actuation circuit where reserve agent is not provided.

The gas control FIP, LCS , ASD and PSU equipment shall be installed in areas not accessible to the

general public, typically in a secure cupboard external to the protected risk.

The strobe light associated with the aspirated smoke detection shall be installed external to the

cupboard appropriately labelled.

The gas control FIP shall include the following fire alarm zones as a minimum;

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2 VESDA Action

3 VESDA Fire 1

4 Room smoke detector

5 Gas discharge P/S

6 Agent release fail

7 Cylinder low pressure

8 VESDA PSU fail

10.9.4 Equipment and Fittings

All equipment and fittings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

Equipment shall not be intermixed between manufacturers.

Pipework shall be constructed of seamless hot dipped galvanised pipe and forged steel fittings having

a working pressure in accordance with agent manufacturer’s recommendations.

The Architect or System Designer shall provide sufficient space for an equipment cupboard to house the following:

Gas agent cylinder;

Sub FIP with integrated gas control module;

VESDA Laser Plus;

2A power supply for VESDA; and

Manual gas control panel.

Gas agent cylinders shall be provided with a pressure gauge and low pressure switch to provide a

visual & audible fault warning signal at the control panel.

10.9.5 Design Concentration

The design concentration for data and communications rooms shall be typically based on ‘Enhanced

Class A’.

10.9.6 Reserve Agent

The requirement for reserve agent and containers shall be determined on a project by project basis.

Typically small communications rooms do not require reserve agent.

Where provided, 100% reserve cylinders shall be provided as a back-up discharge in the event of a

fire to allow plant to continue operating whilst cylinders are recharging.

10.9.7 Room Integrity

Prior to installation of the gaseous fire suppression system the system designer and contractor shall

allow for a room integrity test in accordance with AS ISO 14520 Appendix E using the door fan test

method to determine the leakage rate of the room.

All provisions in the design and installation shall allow for suitable room sealing to achieve the

acceptable leakage rate for the gas agent.

10.9.8 Pressure Relief Venting

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Pressure relief venting (PRV) of the protected rooms shall be in accordance with the requirement

stipulated in FIA Guidance for the Fire Protection Industry for the pressure relief and post discharge

venting of enclosures protected by gaseous firefighting systems.

Vents shall be of counterweight type and orientated to suit the required pressure relief path (i.e.

positive or negative pressure, or both).

Vents shall provide relief to open space, or where this is not possible, to a secondary space which

either has cascading venting to open space or is of sufficient volume to dissipate the relief venting

from the risk. The PRV shall be located as high as possible within the protected space.

All calculations shall be submitted to and reviewed by Melbourne Airport prior to ordering vents.

Relief vents shall be protected with fire dampers, either as a dual damper configuration (i.e. relief

damper and fire damper installed to the same opening), or a relief damper that has been tested to

achieve the greater of a minimum 60min fire rating or the FRL of the wall (as determined in

accordance with AS 1682).

Where ceiling tiles can be dislodged by the gas agent discharge then these shall be suitably clipped to

the ceiling support system.

10.9.9 Post Fire Ventilation System

The exhaust rate shall be sized such that a complete air change occurs every 15 minutes.

Post fire ventilation systems shall be manually controlled, with provision for fitment of a Melbourne

Airport mechanical services lock.

Typically a forced ventilation system is not required where the rooms can be ventilated directly

outside using natural openings, such as doors.

Where provided, operation of the mechanical post fire ventilation system shall cause a system

inoperative status at the FIP.

10.10 Hybrid Water Mist Fire Suppression Systems

10.10.1 General

Hybrid water mist fire protection systems shall only be used for data / communications rooms where

required / requested by the Melbourne Airport ICT department.

The system shall be designed as a total flood system and installed in accordance with:

AS ISO 14520.1 2009. Gaseous Fire Extinguishing Systems – Physical Properties and System

Design Part 1: General Requirements

Manufacturer’s requirements.

The hybrid water mist fire suppression system consisting of a cylinder or cylinder bank and a fixed pipe

reticulation to emitters suitably positioned to apply the suppression agent to the risk. The system shall be

suitable for use in the protected enclosures.

The operation in automatic mode will be a dual risk configuration determined by a MASD system in

alarm in combination with a local point-type detector.

The design is to where possible install the pipe network to the storage cylinder(s) located outside of the

protected area. It is the responsibility of the installation contractor to determine their own detailed

design, which must comply with AS ISO 14520.

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10.10.2 Extinguishing Agent

The agent design concentration shall be based on providing protection to ‘Enhanced Class A’

10.10.3 System Control and Activation

A dedicated extinguishing control FIP shall be provided to monitor the detection in the protected

area and provide control of the suppression system.

The Extinguishing Fire Indicator Panel (FIP) shall be approved for use and incorporate the control

and alarm functions required by AS ISO 14520, including fire suppression discharge activation,

warning signals, and variable discharge time delay.

The following shall apply to the extinguishing fire indicator panel;

Provide an extinguishing control panel for the extinguishing systems for each protected room and

located externally within an equipment cupboard. The extinguishing FIP shall provide all required

control and indication for each protected room and include all interfaces.

The following zones shall be programmed for each FIP;

1 VESDA ALERT

2 VESDA ACTION

3 VESDA FIRE 1

4 ROOM SMOKE DETECTION

5 SPARE

6 SYSTEM DISCHARGE P/S

7 AGENT RELEASE FAIL

8 CYLINDER LOW PRESSURE

9 VESDA BATTERY FAIL

10 TO 16 SPARE

Provide a suitable zone description label at the FIP.

The extinguishing control panels shall be connected back to separate fire alarm zones on the

main fire indicator panel located for the building. Provide, install and commission a fire resistant

(WS5xW) connection between the extinguishing FIP’s and the main building FIP. Provide all

necessary modifications to the building FIP to indicate the connections of the extinguishing FIP’s,

including modification of all required software configuration programming and zone alarm lists &

drawings. This interface shall operate in accordance with the cause and effect matrix and

specification requirements.

Provide the necessary modifications to the associated colour graphics systems and maps to

allow the reporting of the new extinguishing control panel alarms.

Provide a primary mains supply connection to the building main switchboard and connected to

the live side of the main switch in accordance with AS3000. The circuit breaker shall be labelled

appropriately.

The extinguishing FIP shall have a battery back-up supply and battery recharge facilities in

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for each new FIP.

Provide a 24VDC 2A supply for the new hybrid water mist system control panel as follows;

o The system requires a constant 24VDC connection rated at 2 Amps. A single supervisory

contact provides a method to monitor the system status and this shall be monitored by

the extinguishing FIP.

All inputs, warning signs and system actuation circuits shall be fault monitored to ensure system

integrity at all times.

Provide a label at the FIP identifying the extinguishing FIP as forming part of the protected room

extinguishing system as appropriate.

Provide a suitable block plan at each FIP indicating the extinguishing system protected areas and

major system component locations.

Modify the MFIP block plan for the building to show the new extinguishing system location and

details.

The extinguishing control FIP shall be configured to provide a two stage extinguishing system

control operation for each protected room with the following methodology:

A first stage alarm shall be generated when a single fire alarm is received from either the MASD

Fire alarm (alarm level 3 – Fire1) or a single smoke detector zone alarm.

A second stage alarm shall be generated after a first stage alarm has occurred and a further

separate second fire alarm is received from either the MASD Fire alarm or a single smoke

detector zone alarm. i.e. a second stage alarm shall occur when the following combination of

alarms is activated;

o MASDS level 3 (Fire1) alarm and a single smoke detector zone alarm

A first stage alarm shall cause a signal to, the building MFIP & building occupant warning system,

BMS system, extinguishing system first level warning signs (Fire Alarm), and fire brigade ASE,

building graphics system.

A second stage alarm shall cause the following additional signals to be generated, relevant

mechanical system shutdown, extinguishing system second level warning signs (Do Not Enter /

Evacuate Area), and activation of the extinguishing release timer which shall be set to 30

seconds.

After the extinguishing release timer period has elapsed the FIP shall provide a signal to the

system cylinder release solenoid to discharge the suppression agent into the appropriate area.

Connection to the main FIP alarm zone input to provide building occupant warning, fire brigade

signalling and a staged extinguishing alarm on reaching a Fire1/Fire2 alarm level.

Operation of the Local Control Stations (LCS) manual release button shall cause the required

operations as nominated in the cause and effect matrix.

Operation of the FIP Manual Call Point (MCP) shall cause the required operations as nominated

in the cause and effect matrix.

Operation of the system mechanical manual release pull station shall cause the required

operations as nominated in the cause and effect matrix.

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Where FIP or MASD alarm interface signals are required to enable the correct fire mode operation

of auxiliary equipment then the contractor shall provide all required interface equipment, including

cabling, relays and FIP power sources to provide switching at the appropriate auxiliary equipment

electrical control cabinets, interface modules or switchboards. All external switching equipment

associated with the fire alarm system shall be suitably protected both electrically and mechanically

and appropriately labelled.

Manual Control

Local Control Stations (LCS) shall be provided at locations as determined by AS ISO 14520 and

any manufacturer’s requirements.

Manual Initiate Switch

Provide a local manual initiate switch at the Local Control Stations (LCS). The manual control shall

be of the break glass push button type with a lift up protective cover and be clearly labelled as to its

function. The action of breaking the glass shall activate the suppression system, with time delay,

sound the alarms and illuminate all required warning signs.

Discharge Initiate Switch

Provide a discharge inhibit switch (‘stop button’) in Local Control Stations. Depression of the

button shall suspend the discharge sequence while the button is depressed, until it has been reset.

10.10.4 Equipment and Fittings

All equipment and fittings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

Equipment shall not be intermixed between manufacturers.

The Architect or System Designer shall provide sufficient space for an equipment cupboard to house the following:

Suppression agent cylinder;

Sub FIP with integrated gas control module;

VESDA Laser Plus;

2A power supply for VESDA; and

Manual gas control panel.

Pipework

Pipework and fittings shall be sized and provided as required by the approved design. Pipework shall

be schedule 40 galvanized steel. Fittings shall be galvanized forged steel up to 50mm DN and roll

grooved couplings suitable for the pressures similar to Victaulic Style 77 coupling for above 50mm

DN.

Pipework fixings shall consist of cantilever brackets and heavy duty saddles. Water sprinkler fixings

such as pear bands and light duty supports are not acceptable.

Ensure all pipework is adequately supported and provide additional supports at junctions, emitters

and changes of direction to absorb thrust forces generated during agent discharge.

The contractor shall allow to paint all exposed pipework and fittings using a quality metal paint product

to a colour approved by Melbourne Airport. The pipework shall be cleaned to be free of dust and oil

before painting is carried out and at least two coats shall be applied.

Provide suitable pipe labels indicating that the pipe work forms part of the fire extinguishing system.

The labels shall be spaced to be no more than 4m apart along the length of the pipe runs.

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Storage Cylinders

The agent cylinders shall be located within equipment cupboards adjacent to each protected room.

The agent shall be stored in purpose-made storage cylinders connected to a distribution pipe network.

Cylinders shall be pressurised at 2,482 kPA (360PSI) at 21ºC.

Cylinders shall comply with AS 2030 and shall have Australian Design Registration approval.

Pressure gauges complete with low pressure supervisory switches shall be provided in each cylinder

and marked in kPa units.

Cylinders must be equipped with a transport cap that can be easily removed from the cylinder to ease

installation.

Brackets capable of securely holding the cylinders mounted upright shall be installed.

Actuators

All automatic or manual activation shall be done via a solenoid valve mounted on the master cylinder.

A manual mechanical activation to manually override the solenoid shall also be provided on the

master cylinder. Banks of cylinders shall be activated pneumatically from a master cylinder via

pneumatic release lines.

Emitters

Provide approved suppression system emitters. Locate and install emitters in accordance with the

manufacturer’s recommendation. Emitters will be made of chrome plated steel material. Materials

other than steel shall not be accepted.

Instruction Signage

Provide warning and instruction signs to the protected room with black lettering on a yellow

background in accordance with AS 14520.

10.10.5 Design Concentration

The design concentration for data and communications rooms shall be typically based on ‘Enhanced

Class A’.

10.10.6 Reserve Agent

The requirement for reserve agent and containers shall be determined on a project by project basis.

Typically small communications rooms do not require reserve agent.

Where provided, 100% reserve cylinders shall be provided as a back-up discharge in the event of a

fire to allow plant to continue operating whilst cylinders are recharging.

10.10.7 Room Integrity

All provisions in the design and installation shall allow for suitable room sealing to achieve the

performance of the hybrid mist system.

10.10.8 Mechanical Room Venting

Provide an exhaust fan with manual keyswitch to allow manual operation of the exhaust fans for

mechanical ventilation after release of the extinguishing agent. The switch shall be 003 keyed and

located adjacent to the room entry. Provide a label indicating the switch function.

Label wording shall be white lettering on red background as follows;

‘XXXXX ROOM EXHUAST FAN TO BE

OPERATED IN AN EMERGENCY,

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BY AUTHORISED PERSONNEL ONLY’

10.10.9 Evacuation And Warning System

Provide dual level illuminated warning signs in accordance with Appendix ZA of AS ISO 14520.

Provide 24 Volt DC “Fire Alarm/Evacuate Area” warning signs with 32mm lettering and sounders in

the risk areas.

Provide 24 Volt DC “Fire Alarm/Do Not Enter” warning signs with 32mm lettering and sounders at

the entrance doors to the risk areas.

Provide 24 Volt DC “System Inoperative” signs with sounders adjacent to the Do Not Enter Signs.

10.10.10 Wiring

All fire alarm system wiring shall be installed in accordance with AS/ACIF-S009 and AS3000 as

required. All wiring associated with the fire alarm system shall generally be coloured RED.

Short circuit Isolation devices shall be fitted at appropriate loop locations to provide protection

against short circuits.

All cables shall be supported by cable trays, conduits or catenary wires. End of cable trays shall be

neatly folded to remove any sharp edges.

All cable penetrations through floors and walls shall be suitably sealed to achieve a 2 hour fire

rating.

All new drilled holes through mechanical frameworks shall be mechanically protected.

10.10.11 Fire Rated Penetrations

Seal penetrations for fire suppression services through fire rated barriers to ensure fire rated

integrity and fire resistance levels (FRL) of barriers is maintained (Certification letter required).

10.10.12 Testing And Commissioning

The following commissioning and Melbourne Airport witness testing works are required;

Contractors own commissioning and testing in accordance with the relevant standards.

Independent certifiers testing and report

Witness testing in conjunction with the fire protection consultant of the final installed system.

Tests shall be carried out in accordance with the suppression system Installation and Maintenance

Manual and AS ISO 14520.

Tests shall demonstrate that the entire control systems function as intended. All circuits shall be

tested for automatic discharge, manual discharge, equipment shutdown, alarm devices and storage

container pressure. In addition, supervision of each circuit shall be tested. Each detection device

shall be tested in accordance with AS 1851. The correct operation of safety isolate/inhibit controls

as well as automatic and manual discharge controls shall be tested.

The piping shall be pneumatically tested in a closed circuit for a period of ten minutes at 1000kPa.

At the end of the ten minutes, the pressure drop shall not exceed 20% of the test pressure. When

pressurizing the piping, pressure shall be increased in 400kPa increments.

A flow test using nitrogen shall be performed on the piping network to verify that flow is continuous

and the piping and emitters are unobstructed.

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In addition to the testing nominated in the system manual documents, the following tests shall be

carried out by trained personnel on completion of the installation:

Response time for the MASD system.

Accuracy of the suppression system and extinguishing FIP indicators

Setting of time delays and alarm thresholds

Any additional tests as nominated in AS 14520

Conduct a fourteen (14) day trial period with the building in full operation, during which no fault or

instability shall occur.

Allow for monitoring of the MASD system during the trial period to permit final adjustment of alarm

threshold levels to suit background pollution levels.

Following satisfactory completion of all tests provide a signed and dated test report recording the

results of all tests.

Testing certificates and reports for the following services as appropriate shall be required at

handover:

Fire detection and alarm system commissioning and installers statement in accordance with AS 14520 & AS1670.1 and other relevant standards.

Independent certifiers report and certificate

Electrical safety certificate for electrical works carried out by the Contractor

Telecommunications Cabling certificates

Extinguishing pipe leak test

Provide an installers statement and certification that all system alterations have been carried out

As a condition of final acceptance, the contractor shall provide operational training to the

appropriate facility personnel. The training sessions shall include emergency response procedures,

abort functions, system control panel operation, trouble procedures and safety requirements.

Upon acceptance by the Principal, the complete system shall be conditioned and the system

placed in operation.

10.10.13 Documentation

Provide new laminated zone block plans to reflect the final installation in accordance with AS

1670.1-2004 Section 3.10. The block plans shall be securely mounted adjacent to the extinguishing

FIP and show: the area covered by the extinguishing system, major equipment locations such as

extinguishing storage cylinders, local control stations etc.

All documentation shall be provided to the satisfaction of Melbourne Airport.

Provision of upgraded fire alarm block plans and documentation including as-built drawings and

comprehensive operation and maintenance manuals to the satisfaction of the Project Engineer.

All as built information shall be provided at the time of handover.

All drawings shall be fully electronic and represent the exact installation as built.

Provision of all required certificates and commissioning documentation.

Provision of an independent fire detection & alarm system certifiers report.

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10.11 Portable Fire Fighting Equipment

10.11.1 General

Portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets shall be provided in accordance with the NCC BCA and

AS 2444.

10.11.2 Types of Fire Extinguishers

The following types of fire extinguishers shall be permitted at Melbourne Airport:

Water type;

Dry chemical powder – AB(E) type only;

Wet chemical;

Foam; and

Carbon dioxide.

4.5kg dry chemical powder extinguishers, with a minimum rating of 4A:80B(E) and maximum gross

weight of 7.5kg are preferred for general application at Melbourne Airport.

10.11.3 Fire Extinguisher Location and Signage

Fire extinguisher location shall be in accordance with AS 2444.

10.11.4 Mounting

Extinguishers shall be securely mounted to the wall, column or other structure at a height of 1200mm

to the top of the extinguisher using mounting brackets compatible with the extinguisher and to support

the full weight of the extinguisher.

10.11.5 Signage

Fire extinguisher and fire blanket signage shall be in accordance with AS 2444.

10.12 Fire Fighting Equipment Cabinet

10.12.1 General

Fire fighting equipment cabinets shall be provided to house the following:

Fire extinguisher;

Fire hydrant;

Fire hose reel; and

WIP.

10.12.2 Signage

Signage shall be provided on the door indicating all equipment housed within the cabinet in

accordance with AS 1319.

Door and equipment identification signage shall be in accordance with MAN-WF-DIA-1000[D].

Fire extinguisher signage shall be in accordance with AS 2444 and shall be placed at a height of

2000mm from the ground to the bottom of the sign located on the side of the cabinet where the

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extinguisher sits.

Fire hose reel signage shall be in accordance with AS 2441 and shall be placed at a height of

2000mm from the ground to the bottom of the sign located on the side of the cabinet where the hose

reel sits.

WIP signage shall be placed at a height not less than 1930mm from ground level to the top of the sign

located on the side of the cabinet where the WIP sits.

WIP signage shall be in accordance with Figure 2:

Figure 2: WIP Signage

WIP letter height shall be 80mm.

Fire fighting equipment signage shall be placed at a height not less than 1930mm from ground level to

the top of the sign.

Fire fighting equipment signage shall be in accordance with Figure 3:

Figure 3: Fire Fighting Equipment Signage

Fire fighting equipment letter height shall be 30mm.

The door location number shall be provided as white numerals on a black back 150mm x 25mm field

positioned centrally on the door frame above the door.

10.13 PFAS Suppression Not Permitted

10.13.1 General

Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl Substances (known as PFAS) have historically been used in fire-fighting foams and other applications. The most well-known PFASs are PFOS (perfluorooctane sulphonate) and PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid).

PFASs are not permitted for use at Melbourne Airport.

Any existing systems found utilizing PFASs shall be advised to the Melbourne Airport Fire and Life Safety Manager.

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11 Fire Detection Systems

11.1 General

Fire detection systems shall be approved by the Melbourne Airport Fire and Life Safety Manager.

Fire detection systems shall be designed with 20% spare capacity, including each addressable loop.

11.2 Non-Terminal Buildings

Fire detection systems for non-terminal buildings shall be in accordance with the NCC BCA.

Fire detection system shall be fitted with an independent ASE.

The Designer / Contractor shall complete the ASE connection application using MAF-FPR-001-02 and

submit directly to ADT for MFB connection or Airservices for ARFF. Further details and contact

information for ASE connections are provided in Appendix C.

11.3 Terminal Buildings

Terminal Building fire detection systems shall be in accordance with the following:

Melbourne Airport Precinct Fire Safety Strategy;

NCC BCA; and

AS 1670.1.

In addition, the following requirements shall apply:

Supply air / outside air detectors shall be Brigade Calling and notify the ARFF via the ASE, in

addition to the fan shutdown function;

Valve monitor devices shall not notify the ARFF;

Short circuit isolators shall be installed where loop cabling crosses smoke zone boundaries

such that a single short circuit does not affect more than 1 smoke zone;

Short circuit isolators shall be provided on either side of any loop controlled relays or inputs

such that a single short circuit on the loop does not disable the input / output function(s);

Point text and zone descriptors shall be submitted for approval prior to programming. Refer to

Appendix A for guidelines on programming convention;

Alarm zones shall be in accordance with the Melbourne Airport zone schedule. New zone

numbers shall be submitted for approval prior to programming;

Pump status indicators (e.g.: run / fail) shall be provided at the FIP;

Tank status indicators (e.g.: high / low level) shall to be provided at the FIP and fire graphics

system; and

The fire graphics system shall be an integral required part of the system.

Due to the complexity of the Terminal fire detection system network all programming to the FIPs and

fire graphics shall be provided by the nominated Melbourne Airport Fire Protection Service Provider.

The FIP shall be provided with an independent ASE connected to the ARFF, including Telstra SIM

card via Melbourne Airport ICT and PSTN backup line.

The Designer / Contractor shall complete and submit the ASE connection application using MAR-

FPR-001-01 directly to ARFF. Further details and contact information for ASE connections are

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provided in Appendix C.

Concealed space detectors shall be provided with remote indicators and access brackets in non-

accessible ceilings.

Except for minor fit-out type modifications, all new fire detection equipment shall be based on the

Firenet control and indicating equipment and Hochiki GTP protocol addressable detectors and

devices.

Where available, Melbourne Airport will provide the Sytem Designer and/or Contractor with the following information:

Existing system As-Built drawings;

Details of relevant FIP, detection zones, detection loops and individual device designation

within the project area; and

Access to site for inspection and survey of existing systems.

Where required, the Contractor shall provide interface signals and terminate within other services

such as the EWIS, BMS, baggage control panels, security systems, vertical lift controllers etc.

The interface testing schedule shall be completed prior to commissioning and witness testing by the

Melbourne Airport Fire and Life Safety Manager. An example of interface testing schedule has been

provided in Appendix B. The Contractor shall adapt this example to suit the specific project

requirements.

All Terminal FIP programming and fire graphics changes shall be completed by the Melbourne Airport

Fire Protection Service Provider or other Melbourne Airport approved contractor.

All programming shall be approved by Melbourne Airport.

DOUBLE KNOCK STRATEGY

New projects shall provide for the future implementation of the ‘double knock’ detection system strategy and include interfaces to the following equipment;

Blue strobes

Vertical lifts

Security locked doors in egress paths

The ‘Double Knock’ evacuation strategy shall operate as follows;

Phase 1 Single smoke/heat detector alarm activation causes;

Fire Brigade signal

Fire Graphics display

Smoke control system operation

Blue warden strobe (via FIP)

Phase 2 More than one smoke/heat detector alarm activation within the same evacuation/smoke zone causes;

All phase 1 responses

Zone alarm signal to EWIS

EWIS starts ALERT tone automatically and cacades as required

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Security locked doors unlock

Vertical lifts return to ground for fire affected evac/smoke zone

11.4 Multipoint Aspirated Smoke Detection Systems

Multipoint aspirated smoke detection systems shall permit at least 4 programmable alarm thresholds

and, unless specified otherwise by Melbourne Airport, only alarm thresholds which are equivalent to

normal sensitivity point detectors shall cause initiation of the general OWS and notification to the Fire

Brigade. The sensitivity for such threshold shall be calculated as the aggregate sensitivity for

sampling points which cover the smallest area which would ordinarily be protected by a single point

type detector.

Actions for each alarm threshold shall be detailed.

All sampling pipe fittings shall be solid fittings (i.e. inspection type fittings shall not be used).

All pipe joints in plastic pipes shall be glued using appropriate solvent cement, with the exception of

the connection to the aspirator / detector,

The connection to the aspirator / detector shall not be glued to enable maintenance, repair and

replacement. Only long or short radius sweeping bends shall be used for changes in pipe direction,

90° bends shall not be used.

The as-installed sampling pipe network shall achieve 70% balance as calculated by the approved

software. Additionally, unless otherwise approved by Melbourne Airport, the system shall have a

maximum transport time of 90 seconds.

Multipoint aspirated smoke detection systems shall be provided with their own dedicated and

monitored battery backed power supply in accordance with AS 1670.1.

End caps shall be provided where accessible to allow ease of maintenance.

System commissioning shall include transport time testing, sampling point pressure testing and hot

wire testing. The transport time shall be measured at the first and last sampling hole on each pipe

branch. The pressure of each sampling point shall be measured using a hand held manometer.

A hot wire test using 1m wire length, or alternative Melbourne Airport approved testing method, shall

be conducted with the room in normal operation (i.e. HVAC running) to confirm that the system

responds. The alert threshold should be set to the maximum smoke level achieved during the hot wire

test.

VESDA detection equipment shall connect into the VESDAnet network and Firenet HLI in Terminal

buildings and all other locations where available.

11.5 Battery Calculations

The Contractor shall submit the battery capacity calculations for their review by Melbourne Airport

prior to ordering any new CIE dedicated power supplies or undertaking works on an existing CIE.

The Contractor shall submit technical data sheets produced by the manufacturer which indicate the

quiescent and alarm state current consumption of the new fire detection and alarm system for

Melbourne Airport to verify against the values used in the battery capacity calculations.

11.6 Documentation

The following shall be submitted and reviewed, where applicable, by the Melbourne Airport Fire and

Life safety Manager prior to commencement of installation works:

Proposed changes to the as-installed system as reflected in existing As-Built documentation;

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Proposed changes to the detection zones, detection loops and individual devices;

Propose alphanumeric display for each new or relocated device; and

Programming calculations.

11.7 Colour Graphics System

The colour graphics system (CGS) shall be updated for all works by the Melbourne Airport Fire

Protection Service Provider or nominated contractor and be operational at handover.

At completion of the installation, the graphics system shall be tested to confirm the following occurs at

the event of an alarm for all new detectors:

The computer monitor displays a location message for the alarm and initial location plan with

the operated zone superimposed;

The display shows graphically the relevant layout with alarm point(s);

Alarm activation is represented by way of pulsing fire alarm point icons; and

All acknowledgement and sound functions operate correctly; and

System log and print functions operate correctly.

Works to new and altered colour graphics systems shall be approved by Melbourne Airport.

New CGS systems shall be provided complete with laser colour printers.

CGS systems may operate via the APAM IT LAN network and allowance must be made for a suitable data connection point and IP address allocation at the CGS location.

12 Fire Smoke Control and Mechanical Systems

Interface

12.1 Terminal Fire Smoke Control Strategy

The Terminal Fire Smoke Control strategy is based on fire engineering modelling to extract smoke

from the fire affected zone whilst pressurising adjacent non affected zones. Installations shall be in

accordance with AS1668.1

Terminal 2 FFCP is located in the Primary Fire Control Room.

Terminal 3 & 4 FFCP is located in the F11T3/4 Fire Control Room.

12.2 Terminal Fire Smoke Control and Mechanical Systems

Interface

Fire / mechanical control panels shall be provided with provision for locking with Melbourne Airport

supplied padlocks. Fire I/O cards and associated mechanical controls shall be fitted within the

separate panels (not in MSSBs).

Smoke control and fire dampers shall be in accordance with MAS-MCH-004 and numbered accordingly.

The Contractor shall ensure the following is completed:

Melbourne Airport smoke control master matrix is updated by the project;

FFCP is updated in accordance with the existing zone sequence;

Smoke exhaust fans have a common override switch per smoke zone with individual fan

indication;

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Stair pressurisation fans have a dedicated switch and indication per fan;

Spill Air Fans have a dedicated switch and indication per fan;

AHU’s used for smoke control have a single common switch and indication per smoke zone.

The ON indicator shall operate when all AHU’s in the same zone a running. The OFF shall

indicate when at least one of the AHU’s in the zone is stopped; and

A Cause and Effect Matrix is provided for Melbourne Airport witness test for sign off.

13 PA and EWIS Systems

13.1 General

Terminal and Non-Terminal buildings PA and EWIS or OWS systems shall be in accordance with the

following standards:

NCC BCA;

AS 1428;

AS 1670.1;

AS 1670.4;

AS 60849;

AS/ACIF S009; and

AS 4428.

13.2 Terminal Emergency Warning System

13.2.1 General

Within the Terminal buildings the emergency intercom system is based on a combined platform of

Ampac EV3000 front end controls and Bosch Praesideo amplifiers and signal distribution. All new

work and modifications within the terminals shall integrate with this system.

In addition to the applicable standards, the Contractor shall ensure the following:

All equipment shall be installed within communications rooms. All new works, where practical,

shall relocate existing equipment (e.g. amplifiers located within cupboards and plants rooms)

to within communications rooms;

Blue strobe lights to be installed throughout public areas and office areas to alert wardens

prior to activation of audible warning. In automatic mode the blue strobe lights are to operate

for 150s prior to audible warning (i.e. alert / evacuation tones). All strobe locations shall be

approved by the Melbourne Airport Fire Safety Manager;

Each warning zone shall be served by at least two amplifiers, with speaker circuits

interleaved such that adjacent speakers within a zone are fed by different amplifiers on

separate modules. Interleaving is not required in areas where an alternative method is

provided (e.g. strobes) or where the risk is low (e.g. toilets, store rooms etc.);

Concessionaires to be provided local stand-alone sound system with capabilities to connect

into Melbourne Airport EWIS muting relay. Sound system connection direct into building PA /

EWIS system is not permitted;

A single pair, voltage free muting contact shall be provided to concessionaires to mute local

PA / background music amplifiers in the event of activation of the EWIS in either automatic or

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manual mode from Praesideo;

All concessionaires shall be provided with a dedicated local EWIS speaker connection box to

allow connection of the tenancy evacuation speakers. The connection box shall allow the

speakers to broadcast either EWIS only or PA(APAM)/EWIS announcements or tones.

All terminal strips within the EWIS CIE and any data gathering panels, field amplifier racks

and the like shall be numbered for each wiring connection; and

Commissioning shall include measurement and record of warning speaker circuit load and

verification against the amplifier capacity in accordance with the applicable standard.

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Amplifiers shall be sized to permit the designed speaker load plus an additional 20% spare capacity.

New or altered Bosch Praesideo system network designs shall be supported with an approved node

count calculation based on the final equipment configuration and network cable length in-line with the

manufactures specification limitations.

All circuits shall have only one type of speaker attached, to ensure SPL and STI can be optimised.

All EWIS speakers, strobe and WIP cabling shall have an outer sheath coloured RED.

Melbourne Airport have a FID PA integration via Aviavox. Any modifications, including minor changes

to the PA / EWIS System including Aviavox shall be completed by the Melbourne Airport Fire

Protection Service Provider.

13.2.2 EWIS Automatic Cascading

Automatic cascade timing of EWIS and emergency intercom systems shall be in accordance with

Table 1:

Table 1: Automatic Cascade Timing

Elapsed Time (sec)

Warning signal

Area of operation

0 - 150 Blue strobes Evacuation zone of alarm.

150 - 240 Alert tone Evacuation zone of alarm.

240 + Evacuation tone Evacuation zone of alarm.

240 - 330 Alert tone Cascade – 1st level of adjacent evacuation. Zones.

330 + Evacuation tone Cascade - 1st level of adjacent evacuation zones.

Cascade to continue in accordance with fire safety strategy, as will be provided by Melbourne Airport.

13.2.3 Equipment

Equipment used shall be in accordance with Table 2, unless otherwise approved by the Melbourne

Airport Fire and Life Safety Manager.

Table 2: Emergency Warning System Equipment

Equipment Type Approved Equipment

Emergency Control Panels AMPAC EV3000

Warning System / PA Amplification Bosch Praesideo

Ceiling Mounted Cone Speakers Bosch BCS-CS series ceiling loudspeaker

Bosch LBC 3090/01 ceiling loudspeaker (public areas)

Reflex Horn Speakers Bosch BCS-HS series horn loudspeaker

Bosch LBC 3492 horn loudspeaker

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Equipment Type Approved Equipment

Visual Warning Devices Blue Pre Alarm Strobe Light - Ampac ASL-30 series, 5 Watt (208-041)

Amber Alert Strobe Light - Ampac ASL-30 series, 5 Watt (208-037)

Red Evacuate Strobe Light - Ampac ASL-30 series, 5 Watt (208-033)

13.3 Audio Frequency Induction Loops

13.3.1 General

AFILS shall be provided in all Terminal public areas in accordance with the following standards:

NCC BCA; and

AS 1428.5.

13.3.2 Equipment

Amplifiers shall be supplied by Ampetronic. Specific amplifier model shall be selected to suit the

design loop parameters.

13.3.3 Installation

AFILS shall be installed by Melbourne Airport nominated contractor assigned by Melbourne Airport

Fire and Life Safety Manager.

Amplifier shall be rack mounted and located within a designated communications room.

Where design limitations of the feeder loop prevent this, a suitably sized data rack shall be provided in

a location accessible from the ground floor without the use of lifting / climbing equipment (e.g. ladder).

Access to this rack shall be controlled by the APAM 1.1.15 key.

Rack location shall be clearly and permanently labelled.

Amplifiers installed in communication rooms shall have an audio source from either an audio

expander or a multi-channel interface.

Amplifiers located remotely may take an audio source from local speaker via 110v to line level

converter. The convertor shall be co-located with the amplifier.

Each AFIL amplifier shall be monitored by way of no voltage contact into the Bosch Preasideo

system.

14 Sandwich Panels

14.1 General

Sandwich panels may be used throughout the terminal, typically for cool rooms and freezer rooms

within food and beverage Concession Areas due the light weight, thermal and acoustic properties and

weatherproof / washable surfaces.

Fire hazards associated with sandwich panels vary considerably, and may increase significantly at

elevated temperatures.

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14.2 Non-Permitted Sandwich Panels

Sandwich panels with highly combustible core materials (e.g.: EPS) shall not be used at Melbourne

Airport.

14.3 Permitted Sandwich Panels

Sandwich panels with the following non-combustible and limited combustible core materials shall be

used:

Non-combustible materials:

• Mineral wool;

• Rockwool; or

• Ceramic fibres.

Limited combustible materials:

• PIR.

Alternative materials shall only be used where a quantitative risk assessment has been completed

and approved by the Melbourne Airport Fire Safety Manager.

14.4 Sandwich Panel Room Fire Protection

Rooms or enclosures where sandwich panels with limited combustible core materials are used, shall

be sprinkler protected internally in accordance with this Standard in addition to the building sprinkler

system.

15 Penetrations

All required penetrations in existing structures shall be approved by Melbourne Airport. Structural

engineering analysis shall be completed by the Designer.

The Contractor shall provide penetration drawings detailing all required penetrations in building

structures, including the following information:

Penetrating service details (e.g.: detection cables, sprinkler pipe etc.);

Shape of penetration (e.g.: square, rectangular, round etc.); and

Minimum size / dimensions (including 10mm annular gap).

Penetrations permit shall be required where drilling, or notching through an existing structure.

Penetrations in new structures shall be coordinated with the building or project manager prior to

construction.

Certificates shall be provided for all penetrations where the penetration is required to be sealed to a

fire rating standard.

16 Underground Services

Prior to commencing any work associated with underground services, the Contractor shall pay all

fees, obtain permits and contact all public utilities to determine the location of all existing services in

the vicinity of these works. The Contractor shall protect these existing services where necessary. All

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work shall be carried out in accordance with the requirements of relevant authorities and accepted

safe working practices.

Any damage caused by the Contractor shall be made good after the appropriate authority has been

notified. All rectification work shall be completed to the satisfaction of the relevant authority without

cost to the Melbourne Airport.

17 Painting

17.1.1 General

Piping including associated valves and support systems shall be cleaned and painted and

permanently labelled in accordance with the Australian Standard governing to relevant system. Piping

which is either hot dip galvanised after factory fabrication and which is not exposed, is not required to

be fully painted.

Paint shall be lead free and selected to withstand the environment including both temperature and

atmospheric conditions in which the piping is situated.

Painting shall be completed in accordance with the paint manufacturer’s recommendations.

17.1.2 Colour Schedule

Fire protection items shall be painted in accordance with Table 3:

Table 3: Paint Schedule

Equipment Item Paint Colour

Exposed fire service piping R13 signal red, or to Architects selection

Concealed fire service piping Factory prime coat

Brackets, drains and valve hand wheels Black

Valves and fittings R13 signal red

18 Labelling

18.1 General

All equipment shall be properly labelled such that it can be readily identified. All labels shall be printed

in contrasting colours such that the text is legible. Handwritten labels shall not be used.

For labels using self-adhesive, the surface to which the label is to be applied shall be properly

cleaned prior to application of the label such that it properly adheres to the surface.

All labelled equipment shall match the same descriptions provided on As-Built drawings and

schematic diagrams.

18.2 Pipework

All hydrant and main sprinkler pipe which is not painted signal red shall be labelled at regular intervals

and at major changes of direction with self-adhesive or other approved labels identifying the pipe as

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“FIRE SERVICE”. The lettering shall be minimum 25mm in height in a colour contrasting with the

background.

18.3 Sprinkler Control Valves

All sprinkler control valves shall be provided with an engraved label permanently fixed to the pipework

above the main stop valve displaying the following information:

Installation number;

Area(s) served;

Design densities for each functional area served;

Hydraulically most remote duty point for each area served; and

Hydraulically most favourable duty point for each area served.

The installation number shall be in minimum 20mm lettering, all other lettering shall be 6mm

minimum.

18.4 Valves

Valves shall be provided with permanent Traffolite, or equal approved by Melbourne Airport, fixed to

the valve in an approved manner indicating the valve’s intended use and it’s normal position (i.e.

normally open / normally closed). Labels shall not be fixed to straps.

Valves shall be identified on As-Built drawings with the same descriptor as the label.

18.5 Fire Detection Equipment

Fire detection equipment shall be labelled in accordance with Table 4:

Table 4: Fire Detection Equipment Labelling

Equipment Labelling Requirements

Detectors and Manual Call Points

Addressable type: Printed Label with Full Address and Zone No.

Collective type: Printed Label with Zone No.

Addressable Interface Devices1 Printed Label with Full Address.

Printed label for each Input & Output function provided identifying basic description of function (e.g. Sprink Press Sw, Mech Zone 5

Fire relay, etc.)1

FIP and DGP FIP - Engraved plastic label with FIP Designation 2

DGP - Engraved plastic label with DGP Designation with reference to FIP (e.g.: FIP1-DGP1)

2

Junction Boxes Printed Label “FIRE ALARM” in accordance with AS1670.1, in addition to addressable loop and or zone number as identified on As-Built drawings.

Notes:

1. Where a number of interface devices are located in a single enclosure a dedicated As-Built

drawing shall be provided for that enclosure identifying all interface devices and their function.

2. Lettering of engraved labels shall be min 15mm in height in contrasting colour to label

background).

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18.6 Emergency Warning System Equipment

Emergency warning system equipment shall be labelled in accordance with Table 5 below:

Table 5: Emergency Warning System Labelling

Equipment Labelling Requirements

WIPs Printed Label identifying warning zone and WIP Circuit No.

CIE Engraved plastic label with CIE designation1

PA System Racks Engraved plastic label with rack designation1

Warning System Equipment Printed Label identifying network number and equipment ID (e.g.: amplifier No.).

Junction Boxes Printed Label “WARNING SYSTEM” or “HEARING AUGMENTATION SYSTEM” as appropriate, along with circuit

designation (per as built drawings).2

EOL All EOL devices shall be labelled as well as the speaker attached to.

Notes:

1. Lettering of engraved labels shall be min 15mm in height in contrasting colour to label

background.

2. Junction box locations shall be identified on As-Built drawings.

18.7 Cables

Cables and speakers shall be labelled in accordance with the nomenclature detailed below in Figure 4

and Figure 5. The same labelling convention shall be detailed on drawings in accordance with the

following protocols to provide a consistent identification system.

Figure 4: Loudspeaker Circuits ID Cable Nomenclature

The Circuit ID is a unique label used to identify each loudspeaker circuit. The Circuit ID shall be used

for the following applications:

Detailed As-Built drawing layouts to identify each cable route;

Schematic drawings of the system showing interconnection between major equipment;

The master equipment schedules; and

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Praesideo software to identify each of the amplifier circuits.

Figure 5: Extended Reference Nomenclature

All other cable types shall follow a similar convention.

To enable the field technician to quickly identify a cable’s source and destination locations using

minimal documentation, each drawing shall include a table to cross reference each Circuit ID to an

extended reference system as described in Table 6 below:

Table 6: Cable Reference

Cable Reference Description

Terminal Provides future compatibility with other terminal projects.

“EWIS” Zone Represents the destination SSFEP zone served by the loudspeaker circuit.

Communications or Rack Room

The room in which the amplifier resides. These room names require further revision and standardisation.

Equipment ID This represents the equipment identification number within the rack which would also be reflected on the LCD display of the Praesideo equipment.

(Each piece of equipment would also have external traffolite (or similar) labels to clearly identify the equipment affixed to the front panel).

Circuit Number Refer to Loudspeaker ID.

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19 Submissions

19.1 Equipment Submissions

Prior to ordering equipment, the Contractor shall submit technical details of equipment proposed to be

used at Melbourne Airport, including but not limited to the following:

Manufacturer’s catalogue;

Technical data sheets;

Installation instructions issued by the manufacturers;

Australian Standard compliance documentation; and

Fire test reports where appropriate.

19.1.1 Fire Suppression Systems

In addition to the equipment schedule, samples of the following fire suppression system equipment

shall be submitted to the Project Manager for examination:

All sprinkler types proposed;

Fire hydrant and hose reel;

Backflow prevention device;

Pressure switch and flow switch;

Metered check valve;

Sprinkler jacking pump;

All diesel and electric pump sets;

Brigade booster and suction connection; and

Valve monitoring devices.

Manufacturer’s printed technical pamphlets and brochures may be suitable as an alternative to

samples.

19.1.2 Fire Detection Systems

In addition to the equipment schedule, samples of the following fire detection system equipment shall

be submitted to the Melbourne Airport Project Manager for examination:

All proposed fire detection equipment; and

All proposed OWS devices.

Manufacturers printed technical pamphlets and brochures may be suitable as an alternative to

samples.

19.2 Reference Drawings

Current issues of architectural, structural and services drawings will be made available by Melbourne

Airport during the course of the works. The Contractor shall make allowances in the designs for all

information contained therein including all subsequent revisions.

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19.3 Shop Drawings

Workshop drawings shall be submitted to the PWG prior to installation for review and approval.

Drawings shall be in 1:100 scale and submitted together with all relevant technical details of proposed

equipment including full hydraulic calculations, sprinkler node drawings etc.

19.4 Approvals

Works shall not commence until the Contractor has received the building permit from the certifying

authority, together with an approval to proceed from the Project Manager.

Where requested by the Certifying Authority, the Contractor shall supply technical information relating

to the equipment or designs proposed in order to obtain the Building Permit. No extension of time will

be granted to the Contractor for completion of the project if the delay in issuing of the Building Permit

and approval to proceed is due to insufficient, inaccurate, or incomplete information being provided by

the Contractor to the Certifying Authority and the Project Manager.

Checking and approval of shop drawings is intended to assist with the co-ordination procedures and

does not, in any way, relieve the Contractor of the responsibility to provide a complete and conforming

installation.

Melbourne Airport or their appointed representatives shall accept no responsibility for errors or

omissions which exist in the approved drawings and these shall be made good at the Contractor's

expense regardless of prior approval.

19.5 As-Built Drawings

19.5.1 General

The Contractor shall provide As-Built drawings for each service and element of work completed as

part of the contract of work.

As-Built drawings shall include all revisions, alterations and amendments made during the course of

the contract.

Format of As-Built drawings shall be issued to Melbourne Airport departments shall be in accordance

with Table 7:

Table 7: As-Built Drawings

As-Built Issued To Format

Operation and Maintenance Manuals Hardcopy

Melbourne Airport CAD Team Electronic – MicroStation DGN format

Fire and Life Safety Manager Electronic – PDF and AutoCAD DWG format

Drawings issued to the Melbourne Airport CAD Team shall be in accordance with MAS-GEN-005.

1 set of As-Built drawings and 1 set of the Contractor’s commissioning test results and installer’s

statement shall be provided to the Project Manager for review at the completion of works.

Any identified inaccuracies on the As-Built drawings shall be rectified by the Contractor. The complete

set shall be resubmitted until approved by the PWG.

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Fire suppression system As-Built drawings shall show the following items as installed:

All piping;

Pipe sizes;

Sprinkler head positions;

Control valves and other subsidiary valves;

Hydrants and hose reels; and

All ancillary devices (e.g.: flow switches, pressure switches etc.).

The Contractor shall provide a valid system interface diagram in addition to As-Built drawings.


Fire detection systems As-Built drawings shall show all fire detection system components and wiring

routes as installed.

As-Built drawings shall identify equipment locations for major equipment and control and indicating

equipment.

19.5.4 PA / EWIS Systems

PA / EWIS system As-Built drawings shall show all PA / EWIS system including amplifier racks

components as installed.

20 Maintenance and Operation Manuals

20.1 Manual Content

Maintenance and operation manuals shall be provided for fire suppression systems, fire detection

systems and PA and EWIS systems for all sections of the works and shall include the following

manual content as a minimum:

Inspection reports and compliance certificates;

Copy of block plan(s);

Copies of all As-Built drawings and full hydraulic calculations;

List of equipment with spare parts reference;

Emergency instructions and service contact information;

System design, testing and commissioning records;

System details of the following:

• Fire services water supplies;

• Fire services pumps and tanks;

• Fire sprinklers;

• FIP designation;

• Programming;

• Hydrant and hose reel systems; and

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• Fire extinguishers.

Identification of alternative solutions, or approved dispensations applicable to each system;

and

Maximo equipment schedules.


In addition to the above, fire suppression system maintenance and operation manuals shall include

the following system details:

Fire services water supplies;

Fire services pumps and tanks;

Fire sprinklers;

Hydrant and hose reel systems; and

Fire extinguishers.


In addition to the above, fire detection system maintenance and operation manuals shall include the

following system details:

Fire detection and alarm systems;

Cause and effect schedule; and

Fire mode interfaces.

20.1.3 PA and EWIS (SSEP) Systems

In addition to the above, PA and EWIS (SSEP) system maintenance and operation manuals shall

include the following system details:

BOWS;

SSEP;

PA; and

Hearing augmentation.

20.2 Manual Structure

The maintenance and operation manuals shall be divided into the following main parts for fire suppression systems, fire detection systems and PA and EWIS respectively:

Table 8: Fire Suppression Systems Maintenance and Operation Manual Parts

Manual Part Description

Introduction An index to the Manual indicating each Part of the Manual. The names of the Principal, Project Manager, Superintendent, and the Contractor shall be included in this category.

Part A Common Fire Service Water Supplies.

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Part B Fire Sprinkler System.

Part C Fire Hydrant and Hose Reel System.

Part D Fire Extinguishers.

Table 9: Fire Suppression System Maintenance and Operation Manual Parts


Introduction An index to the Manual indicating each Part of the Manual. The names of the Principal, Project Manager, Superintendent, and the Contractor shall be included in this section.

Part A Fire detection and alarm systems.

Part B Fire mode interfaces.

Table 10: PA and EWIS (SSEP) Maintenance and Operation Manual Parts


Introduction An index to the Manual indicating each Part of the Manual. The names of the Principal, Project Manager, Superintendent, and the Contractor shall be included in this section.

Part A Building Occupant Warning Systems.

Part B Sound Systems for Emergency Purposes.

Part C Public Address.

Part D Hearing Augmentation.

Each main part of the manual shall be divided into the following 6 sections:

Table 11: Maintenance and Operation Manual Sections

Manual Section Description

Section 1 – Table of Contents This section shall be an index to the part indicating the title and page numbering of each subsequent section for quick reference. A copy of the Emergency Instructions and service contact information shall be included in this section.

Section 2 – General Description This section shall be an overview of the works. This shall include a detailed description of each system, including identification of the relevant design codes and standards and any approved variations or alternative solutions to those design codes and standards.

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Manual Section Description

Section3 – Equipment This section shall be sub-divided and each sub-division shall list all major items of equipment installed for each fire safety system, complete with the technical data and manufacturer’s catalogue, model and / or type number, and design ratings of the equipment items.

Section 4 – Installation Maintenance Procedures

This section shall include a comprehensive maintenance schedule (in accordance with AS 1851 – 2012 for Terminal buildings) for all fire safety systems installed under the Contract that will satisfy the Essential Services Maintenance Requirements.

Section 5 – Commissioning Test Data

This section shall contain copies of all commissioning test reports, installer’s statement, inspection report, compliance certificate, and CA final inspection certificate. A copy of the hydraulic calculations and node diagram, battery calculations, VESDA calculations, etc. shall also be provided.

Section 6 – As-Built Drawings This section shall include all As-Built post contract drawings as specified in these specifications, and a copy of each block plan.

The spine and the front cover of each installation and operation manual shall be provided with the following wording format or similar that shall be in at least 10mm high characters that have a contrasting colour to the cover:

Table 12: Spine and Cover Details

Manual Spine and Cover Details Details

1st

Line – Title Installation and Operation Manual

2nd

Line – Project / Location <<Project Name / Location>>

3rd

Line – Scope Fire Suppression Systems

4th

Line – Year of Installation <<Year>>

20.3 Manual Review

1 copy of the maintenance and operation manuals in draft form shall be submitted to the PWG for

review.

Following this review and further to rectification of all comments proposed by the PWG, 1 copy shall

be re-submitted for review.

Upon rectification of any further items, 1 full copy incorporating all comments and / or clarified the

queries from the PWG shall be submitted for final approval.

20.4 Manual Production

4 sets of the final approved maintenance and operation manuals shall be provided by the Contractor.

The manuals shall be neatly bound in 3 or 4 ring binders with front and back covers and include a full

description of the installation and function of the various equipment in the system, the full

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commissioning and testing results, and a full set of instructions on how to operate the system, in both

the normal mode and the alarm mode.

Each set shall be provided with a compact disk containing soft copies of all the manuals supplied in

the bound format. Soft copies shall include both the native file format and a PDF of the submitted

manuals.

A company of the FIP program shall be provided on each compact disc.

21 Training

21.1 General

The Contractor shall provide Melbourne Airport staff with onsite training for each fire service

installation.

Training shall cover, but not be limited to, the following:

Procedures;

Features;

Characteristics;

Operations; and

Maintenance and operating manuals.

Timeframe of the training shall be coordinated with the Project Manager.

The trainer shall be familiar with the works and where required, shall be assisted by other specialists

to assist with technicalities.

21.2 Fire Suppression Systems

Fire suppression system training shall include the following systems:

Sprinkler system including sprinkler alarms at the fire panel;

Fire detection and alarm system including FIP and OWS / EWIS operation, mechanical

systems interfaces etc.;

Fire hydrant and hose reel system, including fire pumps etc.; and

Any specialised equipment supplied under the contract.

21.3 Fire Detection Systems

Fire detection system training shall include the following systems:

Fire detection and alarm system including FIP and OWS / EWIS operations, mechanical

systems interfaces, etc.; and


21.4 PA and EWIS (SSEP) Systems

PA and EWIS (SSEP) system training shall include the following systems:

Operation of the control and indicating equipment associated with the emergency warning

system in automatic and manual modes;

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Operation of WIP(s);

Operation / status of the hearing augmentation system(s); and


22 Independent Certification

Unless specified otherwise by Melbourne Airport, the Contractor shall engage a Melbourne Airport

approved independent system certifier to verify compliance of the installed system(s).

The preferred Melbourne Airport certifier is Paul White Consulting Services, alternative certifiers shall

be approved by Melbourne Airport.

23 Certificate of Final Inspection

The Contractor shall provide all necessary documentation and details required to obtain the certificate

of final inspection from the ABC at the completion of works.

24 Practical Completion

The Melbourne Airport Fire and Life Safety Manager shall inspect all works for Practical Completion

upon completion of installation and operational tests.

Practical Completion shall only be granted once the following has been provided to Melbourne Airport

and approved by the Project Manager:

Completion of all installation works;

Rectification of defects;

All nominated As-Built documentation;

Final installation and operation manuals;

Commissioning and testing results;

Installer’s statements;

Full function test; and

Certifier’s compliance statement.

All acceptance testing shall be witnessed and signed off by a Melbourne Airport representative.

All defects identified by the Fire and Life Safety Manager shall be rectified by the Contractor at no cost

to Melbourne Airport. Works shall not be re-inspected until all defects are rectified.

Certificate of final inspection shall not be back dated.

Fire Matrix MAF-MCH-001-04 shall be completed and submitted.

24.1 Fire Suppression Systems

The following fire suppression system documentation shall be made available to the Fire and Life

Safety Manager at the time of final inspection:

General documentation:

• Fire / smoke wall penetration fire-stopping records;

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• System certifier reports as per relevant guidelines;

• Tactical fire plan updates (information provided by installer in time for Melbourne

Airport to update prior to final inspection); and

• As-Built drawings (hardcopy and electronic copy).

Fire service water supplied documentation:

• Flow test results.

Fire sprinklers documentation:

• Flow test results; and

• New / updated block plans.

Fire hydrants and hose reels documentation:

• Flow test results;

• Hydrostatic pressure test results; and

• New / updated block plans.

Gaseous suppression systems documentation:

• Room integrity test records; and

• System operation test records.

Portable fire extinguishers documentation:

• Schedule of installed extinguishers.

24.2 Fire Detection Systems

The following fire detection system documentation shall be made available to the Fire and Life Safety

Manager at the time of final inspection:


• Fire / Smoke wall penetration fire stopping records;

• System certifier reports as per relevant Guidelines;



• As-Built drawings (hardcopy and electronic copy)

Fire detection system documentation:

• 100% detector commissioning test records;

• ASD system commissioning records;

• Transport time;

• Sampling point pressure readings;

• Hotwire smoke test records;

• Mechanical services HVAC interface testing records;

• Other interface test records (e.g.: warning system, baggage control, etc.); and

• Fire graphics maps updated and installed - test records.

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24.3 PA and EWIS (SSEP) Systems

The following PA and EWIS (SSEP) system documentation shall be made available to the Fire and

Life Safety Manager at the time of final inspection:


• Fire / smoke wall penetration fire-stopping records;

• System certifier reports as per relevant guidelines;



• As-Built drawings (hardcopy and electronic copy).

BOWS documentation:

• Sound level testing.

SSEP documentation:

• Sound level testing;

• Intelligibility testing;

• WIP test records; and

• Strobe light test records.

25 Warranty and Defects Liability Period

The Contractor shall warrant all equipment, materials and work against defective workmanship for a

period of not less than 12 calendar months from the date of Practical Completion. If during the

Defects Liability Period any equipment is replaced, then it shall be warranted for not less than 12

calendar months from the date of its replacement.

Within the terminal buildings, routine testing and servicing of installed systems shall be carried out

during the Defects Liability Period by a Melbourne Airports nominated FSP.

For works undertaken outside the terminal buildings, routine inspection, testing and maintenance of

the installed systems and equipment shall be completed in accordance with relevant maintenance

standards and manufacturers requirements.

Records of all inspections and testing shall be kept and be provided upon request to the Fire and Life

Safety Manager or Project Manager within 1 business day, in addition to copies kept on site.

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APPENDIX A DESCRIPTORS FOR FIRENET

SYSTEM PROGRAMMING

The following table provides descriptor guidelines for Firenet programming:

Table 13: Firenet Programming Descriptor Guidelines

Interface Function Firenet Configuration Descriptor

Evacuation system zoned interface

Evac zone zz

(where zz refers to the evacuation zone number in accordance with the FSM)

Mechanical system zoned interface

Mech zone yy

(where yy refers to the mechanical zone number in accordance with the FSM)

Individual mechanical system interface

Outputs to mechanical equipment

Fan xxxx

(where xxxx refers to the mechanical unit designator in accordance with the Mechanical Service Fire Mode Matrix)


Outputs to Smoke Exhaust Fans

SEF xxx

(where xx refers to the Smoke Exhaust designator in accordance with the Mechanical Service Fire Mode Matrix)


Fan Control & Indicator

Mech Zone yy – Fan xxxx / SEF xxx: STOP Status

Mech Zone yy – Fan xxxx / SEF xxx: RUN Status

Mech Zone yy - Fan xxxx / SEF xxx: START Signal

Mech Zone yy – Fan xxxx / SEF xxx: STOP Signal

(where yy refers to the mechanical zone and xxxx the fan or SEF designator in accordance with the Mechanical Service Fire Mode Matrix)

To ensure that no conflicts occur across the peer-to-peer network, the designators should be

proceeded with the FIP designator; i.e. AL, I, SA, DR, Gates as appropriate.

The above format should also be used for the logic output programming for the Firenet.

Where the logic group capacity is exceeded then the following method should be used provided the

‘+’ does not conflict with any Boolean operations, e.g.:

First logic group designator ‘Evac zone 9U’

Second logic group designator ‘Evac zone 9U+’

Third logic group designator ‘Evac zone 9U++’

Terms such as ‘Relay No.xx’ and ‘Group No. xx’ should be avoided unless the reference forms part of

standard documentation for the fire alarm system or interface.

All other ancillary designators should be selected to provide some level of identification as to its

purpose.


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APPENDIX B EXAMPLE FIRE SYSTEM INTERFACE TESTING MATRIX

Table 14 is an EXAMPLE of interface testing to be undertaken to confirm the various interfaces for both new and existing systems and equipment. These tests are to be undertaken in addition to individual system commissioning and

witness testing. This matrix may be used as the basis for a record sheet of conducting the tests. The following matrix is not exhaustive and purely serves as an example.

Table 14: Example Fire System Interface Testing Matrix

Resulting Outputs

Input Conditions

FIP Status ASE GFX Warning System BCS Pre-

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Outside Air Detector - AHUB1.2

YES

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Fire Detection

Return Air detectors - Smoke Zone 98

YES

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Fire Detection

Comms Room VESDA L1 Alert

YES

Fire Detection

Comms Room VESDA L2 Action

YES

YES

YES

Fire Detection

Comms Room VESDA L3 Fire1

YES

YES

YES

YES

Fire Detection

Comms Room VESDA L4 Fire2

YES

YES

23

YES

22,2 5

YES

Fire Detection

Comms Room Point Type Detector

YES

YES

23

YES

22,2 5

YES

YES

YES


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Resulting Outputs

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Comms Room VESDA L3 + Point Type Detector

YES

23

YES

22,2 5

YES

YES

30s

Fire Detection

Comms Room LCS Manual Initiate

YES

23

YES

22,2 5

YES

YES

30s

Fire Detection

Comms Room Manual Mode Sw

YES

Fire Detection

Comms Room Maintenance Isol Sw

YES

Fire Detection

Comms Room VESDA Fault

YES

Fire Detection

Comms Room Point Type Detector Fault

YES

Sprinkler

Alarm Pressure Switch - Installation 66

YES

YES

YES

19

YES

12,7 21, 18

Sprinkler

Alarm Pressure Switch - Installation 66 + Smoke Detector Zone 123

YES

YES

YES

19

YES

12,7 21, 18

YES

Sprinkler Main Stop Valve Closed

YES

YES

Sprinkler Subsidiary Valve Closed

YES

YES

Sprinkler

Installation 66 Mezzanine Flow Switch

YES

YES

Pre- Action

Xray VESDA Level 3 Fire 1

YES

YES

YES

YES


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Resulting Outputs

Input Conditions


Action

HVAC System

Gas Suppression

Other

Category

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YES

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Loss of Air Pressure in Pre- action Pipe (without Smoke Detection)

YES

YES

YES

Pre- Action

Isolation Valve Closed

YES

YES

Pre- Action

Subsidiary Valve Closed

YES

YES

Fire Pump

Pump Running

YES

Fire Pump

Pump Failed

YES

Fire Tank Water High Level Sw

YES

Fire Tank Water Low Level Sw

YES

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YES

YES

YES


APPENDIX C ARFF AND MFB ASE

CONNECTION DETAILS

ARFF ASE Connection Application

ARFF ASE connection application is made directly to ARFF using MAF-FPR-001-01.

Application forms, and related information, for ARFF ASE connection can be found at:

http://www.airservicesaustralia.com/services.automatic-fire-alarm-monitoring-service/

Queries regarding the ARFF ASE application process can be sent to:

[email protected]

For any additional support or queries, the ARFF Business Support may be contacted on

(02) 6268 5418.

MFB ASE Connection Application

MFB ASE connection application is made directly to ADT using MAF-FPR-001-02.

Further information and ADT contact details can be found at the following:

http://www.adtsecurity.com.au/more/fire-monitoring



mailto:[email protected]

http://www.adtsecurity.com.au/more/fire-monitoring


APPENDIX D FIRE SAFETY GUIDELINES The following Fire Safety Guidelines apply to the Fire Protection Systems of the Airport and should be referenced where applicable;

FSG01 Construction Hoardings FSG02 Fire Precautions During Construction FSG04 Commercial Kitchen Hood Exhaust Systems FSG05 Impairment Procedures FSG12 Sandwich Panel Construction within the Terminal FSG13 Temporary site amenities buildings on Apron FSG16 Kitchen Fire Suppression Maintenance Guidelines FSG17 Evacuation Diagram Updates

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