Plan Review Comments –Automatic Fire Sprinkler System for

Bangladesh Pou Hung Industrial Limited (9080).

Scope of Review:
This plan review letter documents the receipt and review of the automatic sprinkler system for
Bangladesh Pou Hung Industrial Limited (9080).

However the review comments need to be incorporated in the drawing before starting installation work.

The following are some important highlights based on this review:

1. It is requested to provide coordination or reflected ceiling plan (RCP) drawing with the
Ceiling-level sprinkler. These details are required to verify that the sprinkler discharge is not
Obstructed by ducts, cable trays, pipe racks, light fittings, etc.

2. It is requested to indicate the storage height. This is required to verify if the proposed
Hazard are acceptable.

3. The beam depth details are missing in the plan drawings, kindly check it and follow the
obstruction rule.

4. Include the storage details, type of storage, materials of storage, materials encapsulation
Details to check the hazard classification.

5. Provide the sprinkler calculation for the higher K-factor areas to check the required flow.

6. The maximum distance from the sprinkler deflector to ceiling is not more than 1’.

7. In some places the sprinklers are located close to the beam, it is not acceptable. The
Sprinklers spacing should be equally aligned on both sides of beam.
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8. The hydraulic calculation details are missing, kindly include the node number, Design area,
No. of sprinklers in operation.

9. Provide the riser nipple on the top side of the header to connect the branch pipe, this will
Avoid the dust accumulation into the sprinkler.

10. Provide the key plan.

General:

a. Cross section details, including structural member information to check the obstruction of the
sprinkler coverage.

b. In the false ceiling, show the light fixtures & diffusers if any.

c. The Occupancy class of each area or room is missed out in some of the areas.
d. Location and size of concealed spaces, closets, attics, are missing in the drgs. If Concealed spaces are
formed by combustible ceiling and it does not have any insulation it requires additional sprinklers.

e. Make, type, model, and nominal K-factor of sprinklers including sprinkler identification number.
Kindly follow the same format mentioned below for the individual areas.

f. Temperature rating and location of high-temperature sprinklers in kitchen areas with different
symbols, NFPA A.8.15.12.

g. Pipe type and schedule of wall thickness.

h. Type of fittings and joints are used for pipes.

i. Type and locations of hangers, sleeves, braces, and methods of securing sprinklers when applicable,
should be mentioned in the plan view.

j. All control valves, check valves, drain pipes, and inspector test connections should be mentioned in the
plan along with typical details.

k. Make, type, model, and size of valves.

l. Kindly mention the location of alarm bells.

m. Provisions for flushing and it should be terminated to the nearest drain.

n. For hydraulically designed systems, the information on the hydraulic data nameplate.
Follow the same format mentioned below. B b

o. A graphic representation of the scale used on all plans.

p. Hydraulic reference points shown on the plan that correspond with comparable reference points on the
hydraulic calculation sheets. Kindly follow the same format mentioned below for the individual areas.

q. The minimum rate of water application (density & discharge pressure), the design area of water
application, and the water required for hose streams both inside and outside.

r. The total quantity of water and the pressure required noted at a common reference point for each
system.

s. Relative elevations of sprinklers, Pump delivery header or reference points.

t. Follow the standard pipe sizes.

u. Kindly differentiate the sprinkler head symbols for pendent & upright.
v. Coordinate the fire pipe with other services (HVAC, Cable tray) if any.

1. Use symbols on shop drawings that conform to NFPA 170.

2. Limit the area protected by a single automatic sprinkler system to 52,000 ft² (4821 m²) as
required for Ordinary Hazard or 40,000 ft² (3716 m²) as required for Extra Hazard and High-Piled
Storage by NFPA 13, 8.2.1, except as permitted for mixed hazards by NFPA 13, 8.2.3.

Hazard Classification:

1. . Verify protection provided in storage areas meets or exceeds criteria for Ordinary Hazard –
Group 2 as required by NFPA 13, 5.3.2. Plans indicate protection was designed for Ordinary
Hazard – Group 1 and calculations indicate Ordinary Hazard – Group 2.

2. Protect dedicated and miscellaneous storage areas in accordance with NFPA 13, 5.3.2.2 and as
specified in NFPA 13, Chapters 12 and 13. Confirm the commodities, storage height, and
arrangement of storage do not require additional protection as required for Extra Hazard or
Special Occupancy hazards as defined in NFPA 13, 5.4 and 5.5.
3. Confirm storage heights do not exceed 12-ft (3.7 m) in sprinkler protected areas. Maintain a
minimum clearance of 18-in (450 mm) below sprinkler deflectors.

4. Check the beam depth details with obstruction rule as per NFPA 8.6.5.1.2.

5. Check the sprinkler obstruction with column as per NFPA Fig, 8.6.5.2.1.3 (B).

6. The sprinklers are missing in some of the areas, Kindly check & correct it.

Sprinklers:

1. Install upright sprinklers with the frame arms parallel to sprinkler piping as required by NFPA 13,
8.3.1.3.
2. Install sprinklers having temperature ratings between 79–107°C where ceiling temperatures
exceed 100°F (38°C) as required by NFPA 13, 8.3.2.2.
3. Locate, space, and position sprinklers in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 13, 8.5.
4. Locate sprinklers so the distance from walls does is not less than 4-in (100 mm) as required by
NFPA 13, 8.6.3.3 and not more than one-half the allowable maximum distance between
sprinklers as required by NFPA 13, 8.5.3.2.1, Kindly follow the equal spacing to avoid the
Sprinklers clashing with wall.
5. Locate sprinklers to minimize obstructions to discharge as defined in NFPA 13, 8.5.5.2 and
8.5.5.3, Fig 8.11.5.2.1.3.
6. Install sprinkler beneath fixed obstructions and grated flooring sections in excess of 4-ft (1200mm)
width as required by 8.5.5.3.1.
7. Maintain a minimum clear space beneath sprinkler deflectors of 18-in (450 mm) as required by
NFPA 13, 8.5.6.1.
 8. Maintain a maximum protected area per sprinkler less than or equal to the values indicated in
NFPA 13, Tables 8.6.2.2.1 (a) through (d).

9. The maximum area of coverage per sprinkler in Ordinary Hazard occupancies is 130 ft² (12.1m²), in
some of the areas it exceeds. Kindly check the same.

10. Maintain a spacing between sprinklers of not less than 6-ft (1800 mm) as required by NFPA 13,
8.6.3.4.1. In some of the areas it is lesser than the requirement. Kindly check the same.

11. Position sprinklers under unobstructed ceilings so the deflector is not less than 1-in (25 mm) or
more than 12-in (300 mm) from the ceiling as required by NFPA 13, 8.6.4.1.1.1, Kindly check
with the beam details

12. Position sprinklers under obstructed ceilings so the deflectors conform to the requirements of
NFPA 13, 8.6.4.1.2 and the separation distances specified in NFPA 13, Table 8.6.5.1.2.

13. Position sprinklers under pitched or peaked roofs or ceilings as required by NFPA 13, 8.6.4.1.3.1.

14. Orient sprinkler deflectors parallel to ceiling, roof, or stair inclines as required by NFPA 13,
8.6.4.2.1.
15. For toilet areas, if the height of the wall extended till true ceiling, kindly provide the sprinklers for
individual partition. If it is a short wall provide the sprinklers based on total area.

16. Install sprinklers at the top and bottom of vertical shafts as required by NFPA 13, 8.15.2.1 and
8.15.2.3.

17. Install sprinklers on each stair landing where stairways contain utilities or combustibles of any
kind as required by NFPA 13, 8.15.3.1. Whereas it is not covered in the drgs.

18. Install sprinklers at the top and under the first accessible landing at the bottom of stairways as
required by NFPA 13, 8.15.3.2.1. Whereas it is not covered in the drgs.

19. Install sprinklers at the top and bottom of elevator (lift) hoist ways as required by NFPA 13,
8.15.5.1 and 8.15.5.5. Whereas it is not covered in the drgs.

20. Install sprinklers under exterior projections greater than 4-ft (1200 mm) where combustible storage
or materials may accumulate as required by NFPA 13, 8.15.7.1. Whereas it is not covered in the
drgs.

21. Install sprinklers in electrical equipment rooms as required by NFPA 13, 8.15.11.1.

22. Kindly check the roof top ceiling, if the roof is on truss type. Kindly rearrange the pipe routing.

Piping, Valves and Fittings:

1. Confirm all pipe or tubing meets or exceeds one of the standards listed in NFPA 13, Table6.3.1.1.
Steel piping shall be welded, roll-grooved, threaded, or specially listed in accordance
with NFPA 13, 6.3.7.8. Pipe wall thicknesses shall be as specified in NFPA 13, 6.3.2, 6.3.3, and
6.3.4.
2. Ensure every length of installed pipe or tubing longer than 2-ft (610 mm) is marked along it
length by the manufacturer in such a manner as to identify its type.

3. Confirm all fittings meet or exceed one or more of the standards listed in NFPA 13, Table 6.4.1.

4. Perform all welding to join sprinkler piping in accordance with NFPA 13, 6.5.2.1. Wherever
possible, the use of welding to join pipe shall be performed in an approved shop. Field weld in
shall conform to the requirements of NFPA 51B.

5. Ensure all cut, rolled, or cast grooves in piping, fittings, valves, and couplings are dimensionally
compatible with the couplings used as required by NFPA 13, 6.5.3.1.

6. Ensure all pipe ends are treated after cutting to remove all burrs and fins as required by NFPA
13, 6.5.6.1.

7. Confirm all valves controlling connections to water supplies are or the listed or approved
indicating type as required by NFPA 13, 6.7.1.3.

8. Install valves controlling water supplies in accessible locations as required by NFPA 13,
8.16.1.1.1.1.

9. Ensure all control, drain, and test valves are plainly marked indicating the function, service, or
portion of the system they control as required by NFPA 13, 6.7.4.1.

10. Provided listed water flow detection for each sprinkler system as required by NFPA 13, 6.9.1 and
also follow the floor control valve assembly as per NFPA Fig A.8.17.4.2 (b).

11. Install the approved check valve (non-return valve) at the connection to each water supply,
including the fire department connection or fire service inlet as required by NFPA 13,
8.16.1.1.2.1.

12. Install floor control valves on each floor of high-rise buildings as required by NFPA 13,
8.16.1.1.2.2.

13. Install a water flow as required by NFPA 13, 8.17.1.1, which consists of listed alarm attachments,
such as a water-operated mechanical gong or an electrically-operated bell or similar device,
installed as required by NFPA 13, 6.9.2 or 6.9.3.

14. Install approved pressure gauges in each riser as required by NFPA 13, 7.1.1.

15. Ensure all valves and gauges are accessible for operation, inspection, tests, and maintenance as
required by NFPA 13, 8.1.2.
 16. Install a listed pressure relief valve not less than ½-in (12 mm) in size and set to operate at 175psi
(12.1 bar) or 10 psi (0.7 bar) above the maximum system working pressure, whichever is greater
as required by NFPA 13, 7.1.2.1

17. Provide permanent fill piping for the cistern or tank as required by NFPA 22, 14.4.

Fire Department Connection or Fire Service Inlet:

1. Verify fire department connections or fire service inlets are listed for a working pressure
equal to or greater than the system working pressure as required by NFPA 14, 4.8.1

2. Install the fire department connection or fire service inlet in a location recognizable an
accessible from the nearest street or entry point to the site from which fire service
vehicles will enter as required by NFPA 14, 6.4.5.1.

3. Provide signs indicating the service supplied by the fire department connection or fire
service inlet as required by NFPA 6.4.5.2. If the connection serves both fire sprinklers
and the standpipe system this shall be clearly indicate.