10) This unit shall be demonstrated in relation to at least two different new or existing fire protection installations and shall include: The following components: Fire alarm system with at least 50 input devices, 20 output device and 2 system interface controls Fire warning system with at least 5 speakers, 5 interface communication devices and 2 warning indicators Voice message facilities Note: 1. Input devices can be conventional, analogue or analogue addressable fire detectors, flow switch connections or switch connections and the like. 2. Output devices can be shutdown signal, door or system release controls, solenoid valve controls and the like. 3. System interface controls can be communication signals to remote Control and indicating equipment, Building monitoring systems, paging system, Colour graphics and or the like. 4. Interface communication devices can be Warden In communication phones, Remote PA inputs and the like. 5. Warning Indicators are flashing lights for hearing impaired persons, fire brigade building indication and the like. Verification by: Visual inspection of cabling/wiring, accessories and controls Conducting electrical tests Note: 1. Electrical testing includes isolation testing; insulation resistance of equipment; resistance of the internal circuits of equipment; polarity of supply and equipment; continuity of earthing; correct electrical connections load current. 2. Electrical testing may be limited by the scope permitted under restricted electrical work Conducting system tests as required by regulations Note: 1. System testing includes weekly requirements to annual performance verification 2. Examples of tests are operation and control of indicating equipment, in-situ testing of detectors, taking sound measurements and the like Generic terms used throughout this Vocational Standard shall be regarded as part of the Range Statement in which competency is demonstrated. The definition of these and other terms that apply are given in Volume 2, Part 2.1. |