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Previous CFAA Fire Alarm Technician Requirements

• Successful completion of the CFAA five-course Fire Alarm Technology Program

• Successful completion of the one-year experience quotient

• Form T9903 Sponsor Checklist

• Current registration as a Fire Alarm Technician in good standing with the CFAA

New CFAA Fire Alarm Technician Requirements

• Successful completion of the CFAA five-course Fire Alarm Technology Program

• Recommended 1500 hrs experience

• Theory & Practical Exam administered by a CFAA Approved Invigilator

• Failure to pass once – 3 month wait

• Failure to pass twice – 1 year wait & 1500 hrs REQUIRED with log book

• 8 hrs of Continuing Education / yr

• Remain technician in good standing

New CFAA Fire Alarm Technician Requirements

CATEGORY CREDIT ALLOTMENT REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION MIN. CAT.

REQ.MAX. CAT. ALLOWED

1. CFAA Training, Course or Seminar with an Examination

1 Credit per hr of attendance

Certificate of successful completion 2 8

2. CFAA Lecture, Seminar or Symposium Attendance

½ credit per hr of attendance

Certificate or proof of attendance 0 4

3. Manufacturer or Vendor Training or Course with an Examination

1 credit per hr of attendance

Certificate of successful completion ANDoutline of training and schedule from instructor

0 4

4. Manufacturer or Vendor Lecture or Training Attendance

¼ credit per hr of attendance

Certificate of attendance AND outline of training and schedule from instructor 0 4

5. Industry related Training or Course with an Examination


Certificate of successful completion ANDoutline and schedule from provider or instructor

0 4

6. Industry related Lecture or Training Attendance

¼ credit per hr of attendance

Certificate of attendance AND outline of training and schedule from instructor 0 4

7. Industry related Post-Secondary or Trade School course


Copy of the official transcript from the educational institution 0 4

All methods of accumulating Continuing Education submitted must be relevant to the fire alarm technician profession and awarding of any credits are subject to the allotment formula outlined below and approval by the CFAA. 8 hrs of CE credit required per year. CFAA Technician in good standing required under OFM guidelines.

Fire Alarm SystemPersonnel

System Designed

Plans Inspected Installation

Verification Occupancy

Daily / Monthly Inspection & Tests

Annual Inspection& Testing

EnforcementOccupancy

• Electrical Permit Required– Any alteration to the wiring of a Fire Alarm System

– Any change of a fire alarm control panel requiring the removal of the AC power wiring

• Building Permit Required– Any addition or deletion of devices or wiring

– Any replacement of a control panel with a different model

– Any installation or upgrade of a Fire Alarm System

FAS SubmissionRequirements

• Verification (CAN/ULC-S537) Report Required– Any alteration, repair or modification of a Fire Alarm

System (no matter how small)

• Annual Inspection (CAN/ULC-S536) Report Required– Any control panel change (regardless of same model)

– Every previously verified portion of a building when partial occupancy was / is given

– Every 12 months


3.5 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

3.5.1 The plans and specifications for the fire alarm system shall include acomplete and detailed description of the following:

A Sequence of operation;B Installation instructions;C Description of each type of field device;D Details of input to programmed output functions for programmed

systems; andE Connection to a fire signal receiving centre, if required by the National

Building Code of Canada.

Source: CAN/ULC-S524-06



3.5.1 The plans and specifications for the fire alarm system shall include acomplete and detailed description of the following:

A Sequence of operation;B Installation instructions;C Description of each type of field device;D Details of input to programmed output functions for programmed

systems; andE Connection to a fire signal receiving centre, if required by the National

Building Code of Canada.



3.5.2 The plans of the building shall show the fire alarm zoning, device address and the location of each field device of the fire alarm system, including fault isolation modules, ancillary devices and annunciators, or display and control centres.

3.5.3 In addition to the plans required by Clause 3.5.2, a separate wiring block diagram (i.e. schematic and riser diagram) shall be provided showing the interconnection of field devices, control units, transponders, annunciators, ancillary devices, and power supplies external to control units or transponders.



3.5.2 The plans of the building shall show the fire alarm zoning, device address and the location of each field device of the fire alarm system, including fault isolation modules, ancillary devices and annunciators, or display and control centres.

3.5.3 In addition to the plans required by Clause 3.5.2, a separate wiring block diagram (i.e. schematic and riser diagram) shall be provided showing the interconnection of field devices, control units, transponders, annunciators, ancillary devices, and power supplies external to control units or transponders.




3.5.4 Documentation for the fire alarm system shall include the following description of the fire alarm system:

A Instructions for resetting the system and silencing alarm signals;B Instructions for silencing the trouble signal and action to be taken

when the trouble signal sounds;C Description of the function of each operating control and indicator on

the fire alarm unit;D Description of the area of fire zone protected by each alarm detection

circuit (this may be in the form of a list or plan drawing);E Description of the sequence of operation;F Description of ancillary devices controlled by the fire alarm system;G Equipment operating instructions or manuals; andH Equipment maintenance or testing instructions.


Equipment maintenance or testing instructions

ancillary devices

(this may be in the form of a list or plan drawing);Description of the area of fire zone protected by each alarm detection

(this may be in the form of a list or plan drawing);Description of the area of fire zone protected by each alarm detection

Description of the function of each operating control and indicator on Description of the function of each operating control and indicator on

3.5.4 Documentation for the fire alarm system shall include the following description of the fire alarm system:Instructions for resetting the system and silencing alarm signals;Instructions for silencing the trouble signal and action to be taken when the trouble signal sounds;

Description of the function of each operating control and indicator on the fire alarm unit;Description of the area of fire zone protected by each alarm detectioncircuit (this may be in the form of a list or plan drawing);

Description of the sequence of operation;Description of ancillary devices controlled by the fire alarm system;Equipment operating instructions or manuals; andEquipment maintenance or testing instructions.

shall include the following shall include the following

alarm signals;and action to be taken

alarm signals;and action to be taken and action to be taken

Description of the function of each operating control and indicator on

and action to be taken

Description of the function of each operating control and indicator on Description of the function of each operating control and indicator on

Description of the area of fire zone protected by each alarm detection(this may be in the form of a list or plan drawing);



Description of the sequence of operation;(this may be in the form of a list or plan drawing);

Description of the sequence of operation;ancillary devices

Equipment operating instructions or manuals; andancillary devices Description of

Equipment operating instructions or manuals; andEquipment maintenance or testing instructionsEquipment operating instructions or manuals; andEquipment operating instructions or manuals; andEquipment maintenance or testing instructionsEquipment operating instructions or manuals; andEquipment maintenance or testing instructionsEquipment maintenance or testing instructions



3.5.5 Documentation for a fire alarm system that provides logical control of a smoke control system shall:

A Include a sequence of operation of the smoke control system;B Include a building diagram that clearly indicates the type and location

of all smoke-control equipment (fans, dampers, etc.); andC Identify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:

i. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), orii. a separate drawing with instructions to mount adjacent to the FSCS.

NOTE: Refer to the National Building Code of Canada for the smoke control system required to be provided.

Source: CAN/ULC-S524-06required to be provided.

. a separate drawing with instructions to mount adjacent to the FSCS.

Identify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), or

Identify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:equipment (fans, dampers, etc.); and

Identify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:

Include a building diagram that clearly indicates the type and location Include a sequence of operation of the smoke control system;


3.5.5 Documentation for a fire alarm system that provides logical control of a system shall:Include a sequence of operation of the smoke control system;Include a building diagram that clearly indicates the type and location of all smoke-control equipment (fans, dampers, etc.); andIdentify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), or. a separate drawing with instructions to mount adjacent to the FSCS.

: Refer to the National Building Code of Canada for the smoke control system required to be provided.

Source: CAN/ULC

3.5.5 Documentation for a fire alarm system that provides logical control of a 3.5.5 Documentation for a fire alarm system that provides logical control of a

Include a sequence of operation of the smoke control system;

3.5.5 Documentation for a fire alarm system that provides logical control of a

Include a sequence of operation of the smoke control system;Include a building diagram that clearly indicates the type and location Include a sequence of operation of the smoke control system;Include a sequence of operation of the smoke control system;Include a building diagram that clearly indicates the type and location

equipment (fans, dampers, etc.); andInclude a building diagram that clearly indicates the type and location

equipment (fans, dampers, etc.); andInclude a building diagram that clearly indicates the type and location

equipment (fans, dampers, etc.); andIdentify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), or

equipment (fans, dampers, etc.); andIdentify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), or

Identify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), or. a separate drawing with instructions to mount adjacent to the FSCS.

Identify the building areas that the smoke control system serves as either:. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), or. a part of the Fire Smoke Control System (FSCS), or. a separate drawing with instructions to mount adjacent to the FSCS.

: Refer to the National Building Code of Canada for the smoke : Refer to the National Building Code of Canada for the smoke required to be provided.

: Refer to the National Building Code of Canada for the smoke : Refer to the National Building Code of Canada for the smoke required to be provided.

: Refer to the National Building Code of Canada for the smoke required to be provided.required to be provided.



3.5.6 The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 to 3.5.5 shall be maintained on site.


shall be maintained The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1

shall be maintained The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1


The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 to 3.5.5 shall be maintained on site.

Source: CAN/ULC-S524

3.5 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS3.5 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS3.5 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 shall be maintained

The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 shall be maintained

The documentation required by Clauses 3.5.1 shall be maintained shall be maintained


Section 3.2

3.2.1 The verification inspections and tests required by this Standard shall be documented ina report similar to that shown in Appendix C, Fire Alarm System Verification Reports.

3.2.2 Upon completion of the individual verification records identified in Appendix C, FireAlarm System Verification Reports, a record form similar to that shown in Appendix C1, FireAlarm System Verification Report, shall be completed.

3.2.3 A description of the fire alarm system, as installed, including the sequence of operationand operating instructions shall be available on site and documented. Refer to Appendix C2,Documentation, for an example of a documentation form.

3.2.4 In systems with multiple control units and transponders, a record of tests similar tothat shown in Appendix C5.1 (Control Unit or Transponder Test), C5.2 (Voice CommunicationTest), C5.4 (Control Unit or Transponder Inspection), C5.5 (Large Scale Network Systems),C5.6 (Power Supply Inspection) and C5.7 (Emergency Power Supply Test and Inspection)shall be produced for each control unit and transponder tested and inspected.

3.2.5 …...

SOURCE: CAN/ULC-S537-04

Documentation

Verified to Design and Prints Dated 13 May 2015

OBC RequirementsElectromagnetic Locks

Item Details (OBC – 2012 3.4.6.15 Door Release Hardware)

1 Building and Electrical permits have been obtained

2 A Fire Alarm System has been installed

3 The Fire Alarm System has a CAN/ULC-S561 compliant monitoring system (if bypass switch exists)

4 Manually operated keyswitch (drop/reset) is located at the main annunciator

5 Dual contact manual station is located within 600mm of the locked door

6 Required signage is present on the door

7 Emergency Lighting at 10 Lux min. at the locked door

8 Performance meets criteria for proper operation (see electromagnetic test procedure checklist)

9 Fire Safety Plan has been updated to reflect the change

DocumentationSection 5.1

5.1.1 The inspections and tests required by this Standard shall be documented in a reportsimilar to that shown in Appendix E, Annual Fire Alarm System Test and Inspection Records.

5.1.2 Upon completion of the individual tests and inspections records identified in AppendixE, Annual Fire Alarm System Test and Inspection Records, a record form similar to thatshown in Appendix E1, Fire Alarm System Annual Test and Inspection Report, shall becompleted.

5.1.3 In systems with multiple control units and transponders, a record of tests similar tothat shown in Appendix E2.1 (Control Unit or Transponder Test), E2.2 (Voice CommunicationTest), E2.3 (Control Unit or Transponder Inspection), E2.4 (Power Supply Inspection) andE2.5 (Emergency Power Supply Test and Inspection) shall be produced for each control unitand transponder tested and inspected.

5.1.4 …….

SOURCE: CAN/ULC-S536-04

Smoke detector sensitivity confirmation or measurement should be recorded in the remarks columnSmoke detector cleaning or replacement date should also be recorded in the remarks columnStatus change, including time delay, should be recorded in the remarks columnDuct smoke detector pressure differential should be recorded in the remarks columnTime delay setting of water flow switch should be recorded in the remarks columnSprinkler supervisory switches cause trouble condition to be annunciated but not an alarm conditionUpper and lower pressure setting of supervisory devices should be recorded in the remarks columnLow temperature setting should be recorded in the remarks columnIdentify the specific ancillary devices in the remarks columnIdentify date field device changed in the remarks columnIdentify correct field device operation (eg: alarm, trouble, supervisory, annunciation indication)Identify zone, circuit number or addressIdentify conventional field device locationsIdentify active field device and supporting field device, data communication link (DCL), address and locationTest and confirm conventional field device supervision of wiringConfirm field device free of damage and free of foreign substance (eg: paint)Confirm field device mechanically supported independently of wiringConfirm field device protective dust shield or covers removed

Smoke detector sensitivity confirmation or measurement should be recorded in the remarks columnSmoke detector cleaning or replacement date should also be recorded in the remarks columnStatus change, including time delay, should be recorded in the remarks columnDuct smoke detector pressure differential should be recorded in the remarks columnTime delay setting of water flow switch should be recorded in the remarks columnSprinkler supervisory switches cause trouble condition to be annunciated but not an alarm conditionUpper and lower pressure setting of supervisory devices should be recorded in the remarks columnLow temperature setting should be recorded in the remarks columnIdentify the specific ancillary devices in the remarks columnIdentify date field device changed in the remarks columnIdentify correct field device operation (eg: alarm, trouble, supervisory, annunciation indication)Identify zone, circuit number or addressIdentify conventional field device locationsIdentify active field device and supporting field device, data communication link (DCL), address and locationTest and confirm conventional field device supervision of wiringConfirm field device free of damage and free of foreign substance (eg: paint)Confirm field device mechanically supported independently of wiringConfirm field device protective dust shield or covers removed

Note: On January 1, 2015, Subsection 1.1.2. is revoked and the following substituted: (See: O. Reg. 256/14, ss. 4, 440)

Subsection 1.1.2. Records of Tests and Inspections

Records to be prepared1.1.2.1. (1) If a test, corrective measure or operational procedure required by this Code is conducted, a written record shall be prepared noting what was done and the date and time it was done.

Source: OFC-2014

(Current Interpretation: Date and Time of each device test must be noted in the remarks column or documented separately)

Note: On January 1, 2015, Article 6.3.1.3. is revoked and the following substituted: (See: O. Reg. 256/14, ss.262, 440)

6.3.1.3. (1) If a fire alarm or voice communication system or any part thereof is shut down

(a) the fire department and building occupants shall be notified in accordance with Article1.1.1.1., and

(b) the supervisory staff shall be notified.

Source: OFC-2014

Ontario Fire Code Change

(Notification of Testing / Maintenance / Deficiency / Failure)Note: On January 1, 2015, Article 6.3.1.3. is revoked and the following substituted: (See: O. Reg. 256/14, ss.262, 440)

6.3.1.3. (1) If a fire alarm or voice communication system or any part thereof is shut down

(a) the fire department and building occupants shall be notified in accordance with Article1.1.1.1., and

(b) the supervisory staff shall be notified.

Source: OFC-20141. You are required to notify the Fire Department if any portion of the system is

not functioning (including for testing)

2. You are required to post notice for all building occupants (including visitors) if any portion of the system is not functioning (including for testing)

AHJ Liability

PART VIIOFFENCES AND ENFORCEMENT

Offences28. (1) Every person is guilty of an offence if he or she,

(a) hinders, obstructs or interferes with the Fire Marshal, an assistant to the Fire Marshal or a fire chief in the exercise of his or her powers and duties;

(b) prevents an inspector from entering land or premises under section 19 or 20, refuses to answer questions on matters relevant to the inspection or provides the inspector with information, on matters relevant to the inspection, that the person knows, or ought reasonably to know, to be false or misleading;

Source: OFPPA-1997


Offences28. (1) Every person is guilty of an offence if he or she,

(a) hinders, obstructs or interferes with the Fire Marshal, an assistant to the Fire Marshal or a fire chief in the exercise of his or her powers and duties;

(b) prevents an inspector from entering land or premises under section 19 or 20, refuses to answer questions on matters relevant to the inspection or provides the inspector with information, on matters relevant to the inspection, that the person knows, or ought reasonably to know, to be false or misleading;

Source: OFPPA-1997

(OFC)Enforcement Against All Parties


Penalties

(3) An individual …

(a) Max $20,000 &/or up to 1 yr imprisonment

(b) contravention of fire code, Max $50,000 &/or up to 1 yr imprisonment

(4) A corporation … Max $100,000

(5) A director or officer of a corp., contravention of fire code, Max $50,000 &/or Max 1 yr

(6) Every director or officer of a corporation, under subsection (1) Max $50,000 &/or 1 yr

Source: COMPILED FROM OFPPA-1997



Penalty

Offence, failure to comply with inspection order

30. Every person who fails to comply with an order made under section 21, 25 or 26 is guilty of an offence and on conviction is liable to a fine of not more than $20,000 for every day during which the default continues, and the imposition or payment of the fine does not relieve the person from complying with the order.

Source: OFPPA-1997


Owner means any person, firm or corporationhaving control over any portion of the building orproperty under consideration and includes thepersons in the building or property.

Source: OFC-2014

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The“Hit”List“Hit”

Some Final Thoughts…

We just have to do our best, because even when we do the right thing, it may not keep us out of trouble.

Everyone Makes Mistakes…

We Can & Must Do Better…

5.4.1.7 Audible signal devices within a building shall generate similar sounds and sound patterns when activated.

CAN/ULC-S524-06

5.13.3 End-of-line devices shall have an identifying label securely attached to the front of the cover plate, listing the zone served.

CAN/ULC-S524-06

The Importance of a Proper Design and Verification

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