Method Statement for Fire Pumps Routine Test
- As per NFPA 25, Chapter 8 (attached copy)
- Visual Inspection shall be done in a weekly base for the pump room, valves, pumps, etc.
- Weekly no-flow test shall be done at Saturday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- Discharge gate valve on the main line shall be closed.
- Test flow line shall be closed
- Make sure that there is enough diesel fuel in the tank.
- Make sure for the Earthing connection.
- Visual check for electrical connections.
- The electric pump shall run a minimum of 10 minutes.
- The diesel pump shall run a minimum of 30 minutes.