SECTION 15012

GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR FIRE PROTECTION WORKS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. The requirements of the Contract Documents, including the General Conditions

andspecial Conditions, apply to the work of this division.

B. In case of conflict between these requirements and project general requirements, refer
the issue for Owner's authorized representative for directions.

C. Drawings are diagrammatic and are a graphic representation of contract requirements

to the best available standards at the scale required.

D. Riser diagrams and schematic diagrams generally indicate equipment connections to

be used for various systems. Provide all work shown on diagrams whether or not it is
duplicated on the plans.

E. Specifications include incomplete sentences. Words or phrases such as "the

contractor shall," "shall be," "furnish," "provide," "a," "an," "the," and "all" have been
omitted for brevity.

F. Except where modified by a specific notation to the contrary, the indication and/or
description of any item, in the Drawings or Specifications or both, carries with it the
instruction to furnish and install the item complete with all appurtenances or
accessories necessary to complete any required system, regardless of whether or not
this instruction is explicitly stated as part of the indication or description.

G. Specifications and Drawings are complimentary and are to be taken together for a
complete interpretation of the work.

H. Drawings of necessity utilize symbols and schematic diagrams to indicate various items
of work. Neither of these have any dimensional significance nor do they delineate
every item required for the intended installation. Install the work in accordance with the
diagrammatic intent expressed on the electrical and mechanical drawings, and in
conformity with the dimensions indicated on final architectural and structural working
drawings and on equipment shop drawings.

I. Certain details appear on the drawings which are specific with regard to the
dimensioning and positioning of the work. These details are intended only for the
purpose of establishing general feasibility. They do not obviate field coordination for
the indicated work.
J. Derive information as to the general construction from structural and architectural
drawings and specifications.

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1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Where used in this document and accompanying drawings, the following words are
defined as listed:

1. "Provide" to furnish, install and connect up complete and ready for safe and regular
operation of particular work referred to.

2. "Install" to erect, mount and connect complete with related accessories.

3. "Furnish" or "Supply" to purchase, procure, acquire and deliver complete with

related accessories.

4. "Work" labor, materials, equipment, apparatus, controls, accessories and other

items required for proper and complete installation.

5. "Concealed" embedded in masonry or other construction, installed in furred

spaces, within double partitions or hung ceilings, in trenches, in crawl spaces or in
enclosures.

6. "Exposed" not installed underground or "concealed" as defined above.

7. "Indicated," "shown" or "noted" as indicated, shown or noted in the contract

documents.

8. "Similar" or "equal" in materials, weight, size, design and efficiency of specified

product.

9. "Reviewed," "satisfactory," "accepted," or "directed" as reviewed, satisfactory,

accepted or directed by or to Architect.

10. "Architect," "Engineer," "Project Manager," "Owner," the party or parties

responsible for interpreting, accepting and otherwise ruling on the performance
under "The Contract."

11. "This Contract", "The Contract" the agreement covering the work to be performed
by "The Contractor."

12. "The Specifications," "This Section, Part, Division of the Specifications" the
documents specifying the work to be performed by "The Contractor."

13. "Other," "Other Contractor,” persons, parties, or trades responsible for work of the
project other than "the Contractor".

14. "Project Manager" or "Construction Manager" is defined as the Owner's authorized

representative.

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1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND STANDARDS

A. Make the complete installation in accordance with all state and local municipal codes,
all applicable codes and authorities having jurisdiction, and the applicable requirements
and standards of the following:

AIA - American Insurance Association

IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
ANSI - American National Standards Institute
ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials
AWS - American Welding Society
MSS - Manufacturer's Standardization Society of the Valve
and Fitting Industry
NEC - National Electrical Code
NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association
LPC - Loss Prevention Councel
UL - Underwriters Laboratories
ULC - Underwriters Laboratories of Canada
NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
FM - Factory Mutual.
ISO - International standards organization.

Refer to the Architect for decisions on any items or requirements noted in the
specifications or drawings which conflict with the standards listed above. Provide all
work necessary to comply with these requirements at no extra cost to the Owner.

1.4 ORGANIZATION OF THE WORK

A. Implement the work called for under this contract simultaneously with the work of other
Trades in a manner such as not to delay the overall progress of the project. Be
prepared to furnish promptly to other Trades involved at the project all information and
measurements relating to the work which they may require. Cooperate with them in
order to secure the harmony necessary in the interest of the project as a whole.

B. Put work in place as fast as possible to meet all construction schedules.

C. Keep a competent superintendent in charge of the work. Replace such superintendent

if unsatisfactory to the Construction Manager.

D. Maintain a complete file of Contract and shop drawings at the Site available for
inspection by the Construction Manager. Upon installation, initial and date shop
drawings.

E. Provide every facility to permit inspection or observation of the work by the Manager
during the course of construction.

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 F. Be responsible for work until its completion and final acceptance; replace any of the
same which may be damaged, lost or stolen, without additional cost to the Owner.

1.5 ACCEPTANCE OF THE WORK

A. Make all workmanship, equipment and materials supplied under this contract
acceptable to the Owner and his Representatives, who have the power to reject any
items which in their judgment are not in full accordance with the Drawings and
Specifications.

1.6 PERMITS, CERTIFICATES, AND FEES

A. Obtain and deliver a final Certificate of Approval from the applicable inspection
authority having jurisdiction. Make delivery to the Construction Manager for transmittal
to the Owner upon completion of the work and before final payment. Pay all charges
made by the inspection authority and include their cost in the bid.

B. Include the procurement of and payment for all permits, certificates and fees for the
performance of the work in compliance with codes, applicable laws and municipal
regulations including those from local utilities for services.

1.7 SCOPE OF WORK

A. The Specifications and the accompanying drawings are intended to secure the
provisions of all material, labor, equipment, and services necessary to install complete,
tested, and ready for operation the FIRE PROTECTION Systems in accordance with
the Specifications and Drawings. Provide all systems complete with necessary
appurtenances and minor auxiliaries, including offsets to clear interferences and
supports which are not shown but are needed to make each system complete in every
respect. Provide all work described in the Specifications and not shown on the
Drawings, or vice versa, in complete working order. If mention has been omitted of any
item of work or material, necessary for completion of the syste, then such items must
be and are hereby included.

1.8 EXAMINATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. Before submitting a proposal, the Contractor is responsible for visiting the site of the
work and becoming thoroughly familiar with all conditions and limitations. The
submission of a proposal will be construed as evidence that such an examination has
been made, and later claims for labor, equipment or materials required for difficulties
encountered which could have been foreseen had such an examination been made will
not be recognized.

B. Verify all grades, elevations, dimensions, and clearances at the site.

C. Examine all work prepared by others to receive the work of this Division and report any
defects affecting installation to the Project Manager for correction. Commencement of
work will be construed as complete acceptance of preparatory work by others.

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 D. Verify existing conditions and bring any discrepancies to Engineers attention in writing
prior to submission.

1.9 SHOP DRAWINGS AND OTHER INFORMATION REQUIRED

A. Prior to purchasing equipment or materials, submit a list of proposed manufacturers.

B. Shop drawings which are submitted out of sequence or without supplemental

information necessary for proper evaluation of the submission are subject to delays in
processing.

C. Shop drawings must bear the General Contractor's stamp certifying:

1. That he has checked the submitted subcontractor's shop drawings.

2. That the submitted shop drawing is fully coordinated with all interfacing trades and
with other trades where interference may occur.

3. That the submitted shop drawings are in conformance with the contract
documents, except for the following substitutions and/or changes.

1 ---
2 ---
3 ---
Etc. Signed"

D. Prior to assembling or installing the work, submit the following for review:

1. Catalog information and factory assembly drawings, as required for a complete

explanation and description of all items of equipment.

2. Field installation drawings, as required to explain fully all procedures involved in

erecting, mounting and connecting all items of equipment.

3. Scale drawings indicating insert and sleeve locations.

4. Scale composite drawings, by the sheet metal subcontractor showing all duct
work, piping, lighting fixtures, main conduit runs and drainage piping above the
hung ceilings and in the mechanical equipment rooms. The drawings will indicate
pipe and duct sizes and their elevation above the floor. Obtain layout of plumbing,
fire protection and electrical work from the respective contractor for inclusion on
the composite drawing. The signature of each contractor on the composite
drawing will attest to full coordination of these drawings.

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 E. Materials installed or work performed without acceptance of materials is done at the
risk of the Contractor, and the cost of removal of such material or work which is judged
unsatisfactory for any reason is at the expense of the Contractor.
F. Documents will not be accepted for review unless:

1. Number of copies and type of paper complies with the requirements of contract
"General conditions" .

2. Complete information pertaining to appurtenances and accessories is included.

3. Submitted as a package where documents pertain to related items.

4. Properly marked with service or function identification as related to the project,

where they consist of catalog sheets displaying other items which are not
applicable.

5. Properly marked with external connection identification as related to the project

where they consist of standard factory assembly or field installation drawings.

G. Shop drawings and other submissions which are submitted for review will be returned
with a Shop Drawing stamp indicating actions based on reviews that are made and
Contractor's responses that may be necessary. Actions noted regarding "REVIEW"
and "RESPONSE" portions of the shop drawing stamp are defined as explained
inproject general conditions

1.10 RECORD DRAWING

A. Before commencing work, procure complete set of black and white prints of Contract
Drawings.

B. Maintain prints in field office and permanently record, in colored pencil, on such prints,
at time of occurrence, deviations from Contract Drawings, due to:

1. Field Coordination

2. Addenda

3. Bulletins

C. Dimension underground utilities from permanent identifiable structural points.

D. Make drawings available for Owner's consultant periodic inspection and submit for
review with As-Built Drawings.

1.11 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A. Before commencing work, procure complete set of lithotracings of Contract Drawings

on 4 mil Mylar.

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 B. Neatly revise to conform to Record Drawings.

C. Conspicuously indicate major deviations in Mechanical Equipment Rooms by specific

reference to shop drawings of these rooms and provide an accurate and complete
record of the work as installed.

D. Submit up-to-date "in progress" prints to Project Manager when requesting payment for
work installed.

E. Upon completion of work, submit signed and certified lithotracings as As-Built and
referenced Shop Drawings, along with marked up prints of Record Drawings, to Project
Manager for acceptance.

1.12 COORDINATION OF WORK WITH OTHER TRADES

A. Coordinate the work of this division with the work of all other Contracts and the utility
company and so arrange that there will be no delay in the proper installation and
completion of any part or parts of each respective work wherein it may be interrelated
with that of this Contract so that generally all construction work can proceed without
delaying the completion of the project. Forward all communications of a coordinating
nature to the Project Manager

B. Examine contract drawings and specifications for all other trades relating to this project,
verify all governing conditions at the site, and become fully informed as to the extent
and character of the work required and its relation to other work in the building. No
consideration will be granted for any alleged misunderstanding of the materials to be
furnished for work to be done.

C. Scaled and figured dimensions with respect to the items are approximate only; sizes of
equipment have been taken from typical equipment items of the class indicated.
Before proceeding with work, carefully check all dimensions and sizes and assume full
responsibility for the fitting-in of equipment and materials to the building and to meet
architectural and structural conditions.
D. Coordinate work with other disciplines. Confer with other contractors whose work
might affect this installation; and arrange all parts of this work and equipment in proper
relation to the work and equipment of others, with the building construction and with
architectural finish so that this work will harmonize in service, appearance, and
function.

E. Install exposed piping and duct work to provide the maximum amount of headroom but
in no case less than 7 feet above the finished floor. Install piping and ductwork
concealed in areas where hung ceilings or other furred spaces are indicated.

F. Refer to the Architectural Drawings for ceiling heights, locations and types of hung
ceilings and furred spaces.

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 G. Furnish to the General Construction, detailed advance information regarding all
requirements related to work under other Divisions and/or Sections. Furnish sizes,
accurate data, and locations of any and all pads, pits, chases, sleeves, and slots
through floor slabs, walls, foundations, ceilings, roof, and other special openings
required for work under this Division.

H. The FIRE PROTECTION Contractor shall provide sepia drawings for trade
coordination. The sepia of this "coordination" drawing will be circulated in timely
fashion to the other trades for indication of their work to permit coordination. Attend
coordination meetings held in location and at frequencies in accordance with the
directions of the General Contractor. When coordination is complete to the satisfaction
of the General Contractor, "sign off" the coordination drawings. See "SHOP
DRAWINGS AND OTHER INREQUIRED.

1.13 DELIVERY AND RECEIVING

A. Owner-furnished equipment will be delivered, crated or otherwise packaged to the site

delivery point selected by the Project Manager. The Contractor is responsible for
accepting delivery of all Owner-furnished items which are under his trade jurisdiction
and place them in their final location.

B. Where items cannot be immediately placed in their final position, the Contractor is
responsible for storing and protecting all Owner-furnished items until the time of their
final installation. The contractor is responsible for the care and protection of the items
until acceptance by the Owner. Coordinate delivery of Utility Company furnished
equipment with the delivery policy of that company.

1.14 PROTECTION, MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCT HANDLING OF FIRE PROTECTION

EQUIPMENT

A. Deliver and store FIRE PROTECTION equipment at the site, properly packed and
crated until finally installed. Store materials in spaces as designated by the General
Contractor. Investigate each space through which equipment must be moved. If
necessary, have equipment shipped from manufacturer in crated sections of size
suitable for moving through restricted spaces.

B. Adequately protect uninstalled and installed equipment and materials against loss or
stealing, damage caused by water, paint, fire, plaster, moisture, acids, fumes, dust or
other environmental conditions, or physical damage, during delivery, storage,
installation and shutdown conditions. Replace any damaged or stolen material
without extra cost to the Owner Except the equipment that has been handed over to
the owner or tenants.
C. Provide effective protection for all material and equipment against damage that may
be caused by environmental conditions. Do no work when conditions of temperature
in area or moisture on materials or substrates are not in accordance with material
manufacturer's recommended conditions for installation.

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 D. Maintain all equipment and systems installed, until final acceptance by the Project
Manager and the Owner's consultant. The operation of the equipment by the Owner
does not constitute an acceptance of the work. Work will be accepted only after the
Contractor has adjusted his equipment, demonstrated that it fulfills the requirements
of the Drawings and Specifications, and has furnished all required certificates.

E. Provide effective protection against damage for all materials and equipment during
shipment, and storage at the Project Site. Cover all stored equipment to exclude dust
and moisture. Place stored equipment on pallets or racks with appropriate weather
cover.

F. After piping and equipment are installed, cover openings to prevent entrance of water
and foreign materials. Close openings with temporary metal or plastic caps.

G. Protect all rough and finished floors and other finished surfaces from damage which
may be caused by construction materials and methods. Protect floors with tarpaulins,
drip pans and oil-proof floor covering. Protect finished surfaces from welding and
cutting splatters with baffles and splatter blankets. Protect finished surfaces from
paint droppings, adhesive and other marring agents with drop cloths. Protect other
surfaces with appropriate protective measures.

H. Deliver materials to Project Site in manufacturer's original unopened containers with

manufacturer's name and product identification clearly marked thereon.

I. After completion of project, clean the exterior surfaces of equipment furnished In this
Division including concrete residue.

1.15 EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

A. Provide Equipment and Materials required for installation under the Specifications new
and without blemish or defect. Provide equipment and materials which will meet with
the acceptance of authorities having jurisdiction over the work. Where such
acceptance is contingent upon having the products listed or labeled by Underwriters
Laboratories Inc., or other test laboratory, provide products so listed or labeled. Where
no specific indication as to the type or quality of material or equipment is indicated,
furnish a first class standard article.

B. Wherever a manufacturer of a product is specified and the terms "other approved" or

"approved equal" or "equal" or "similar to" are used, the substituted item must conform
in all respects to the specified item. Consideration will not be given to claims that the
substituted item meets the performance requirements with lesser construction.
Performance as delineated in schedules and in the Specifications indicate minimum
performance. In many cases, equipment is oversized to allow for pick-up loads,
derating and future loads which cannot be delineated under the minimum performance.

C. Provide all equipment of one type (such as pumps) produced by one manufacturer.

D. Substituted equipment where permitted and accepted must conform to space

requirements. Replace at Contractor's expense any substituted equipment that cannot

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 meet space requirements, whether accepted or not. Make any modifications of related
systems as a result of substitutions at Contractor's expense.

E. Note that shop drawings, or other information submitted in accordance with the
requirements hereinbefore specified, do not assure that the Owner's consultant, attests
to the dimensional suitability of the material or equipment involved. Owner's consultant
failure to object to shop drawings does not invalidate the Drawings and Specifications if
in conflict, unless a letter requesting such change is submitted and accepted on the
project manager letterhead.

F. Substitutions of equipment for that listed on the schedules or designated by model

number in the Specifications will not be considered if the item listed or described is not
a regular cataloged item shown in the current catalog of the manufacturer and been
successfully used for a period of not less than five years.

1.16 ACCESS DOORS IN FINISHED CONSTRUCTION

A. Access doors as required for operation and maintenance of concealed equipment,

valves, controls, pull boxes, etc., shall be provided by the General Contractor under
another section of the specification.

B. Coordinate and prepare a location, size, and function schedule of access doors
required and deliver to a representative of the installing Trade and the Owner's
consultant for acceptance.

1.17 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

A. After completion of all required equipment and system tests and unless specifically
noted elsewhere in these specifications, provide at owner's convenience,
knowledgeable personnel and necessary equipment to reasonably instruct and
demonstrate the operation and maintenance of said equipment and system. Arrange
for the related manufacturer or authorized representative to assist with this orientation.
The orientation shall be a minimum of five (5) days in addition to start up time.

B. Before requesting acceptance of work, furnish 5 copies in bound form of a complete

instruction manual, typewritten or printed.

C. Include the following in the instruction manuals:

1. Table of Contents

2. Introduction - Explanation of manual and its use

3. Description of system or equipment

a. Complete schematic drawings of all systems

b. Functional and sequential description of all systems.

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 4. Systems operation

a. Operation procedures

b. All posted instruction charts

5. Maintenance

a. Systems trouble-shooting charts

b. Procedures for checking out functions

c. Recommended list of spare parts and cost

d. Schedule of recommended maintenance

6. Listing of manufacturers

7. Manufacturer's data: Where multiple model, type and size listings are
included, clearly and conspicuously indicate those that are pertinent to this
installation.

a. Description - literature, drawings, illustrations, certified performance

charts, technical data, etc.

b. Operation

c. Maintenance - including complete trouble-shooting charts

d. Parts list

e. Names, addresses telephone, and fax numbers of recommended

repair and service companies

f. Guarantee data

1.18 GUARANTEES AND CERTIFIC

A. Guarantee all work to be free from leaks or defects. Replace or repair, as directed by
Architect, defective materials or workmanship, as well as damage to the work of the
Trades resulting from same for the duration of stipulated guarantee periods.

B. The duration of guarantee periods following the date of acceptance of the entire work
is as follows:

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 1. For work not otherwise specified, one year.

C. Submit certification attesting to the fact that specified performance and other criteria
are met by all items of equipment.

1.19 SITE VISITS FOR OBSERVATION

A. As the project progresses, the Engineer and the Architect, at their discretion, will
perform site visits to observe the mechanical and electrical installations. At the
conclusion of these site visits, punchlists will be issued to the appropriate Contractor for
the deficiencies in the work of his trade. Complete all work and perform all corrective
measures as required by the punchlists. After this corrective and completion work has
been accomplished advise the Engineer and the Architect in writing that every item on
the punchlists has been completed.

1.20 IDENTIFICATION

A. Valves

1. Valve identification to comply with MSSSP-25.

2. Attach a 2" round brass tag stamped with designating numbers 1" high filled in with
black enamel to each valve.

3. Securely fasten valve tag to valve spindle or handle with a brass chain.

4. Appropriate ceiling tile markers, in areas where removable ceilings occur to

indicate location of valves or other devices, to be provided under the general
construction division of these specifications.

B. Motor Control Identification

1. Mount black lamacoid nameplates on each motor controller identifying primary

control function and individual position indication such as Pump No. 1, etc.
Nameplates to be cut through to white background and have beveled edges.
Mounted with chromium plated acorn head screws.

C. Schedule and Charts

1. Furnish to Owner's Representative three (3) complete framed plastic laminated

valve tag schedules. Schedule to indicate tag number, valve location by floor and
nearest column number, valve size and service controlled.

D. Piping Identification and color Coding

1. Apply color coded Polyvinyl Chloride pipe bands identifying pipe contents and
direction of flow.

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 2. On exposed piping, apply bands on 30 foot centers of straight runs, at valve
locations, at point where piping enters and leaves a partition, wall, floor or ceiling.

3. On concealed piping installed above removable ceiling construction, apply bands

in manner described for exposed piping.

4. On concealed piping installed above non-removable ceiling construction, or in pipe

shafts, apply bands at valve or other devices that are made accessible by means
of access doors or panels.

5. Apply bands at exit and entrance points to each vessel, tank or piece of
equipment.

6. Band widths to be 8 inch for pipes up to 10 inch diameter and 16 inch wide for
larger diameter piping. Letter heights stating service to be preprinted on band, 3/4
inch high for 8 inch bands and 1-1/4 inch high for 16 inch bands.
7. Colors to conform to ASA Standard A13.1. Provide 24 additional bands of each
type for future use by owner's personnel.

8. Follow manufacturer's instructions for application procedures using

non-combustible materials and contact adhesives.

1.21 PAINTING

A. Deliver all equipment with standard factory finish or as specified. Clean all equipment
before acceptance by the Owner.

B. Except as otherwise specified, finish painting will be done under other Sections of the
work.

C. Any Material transported in a piping system will be color coded. Positive Identification
of contents of A piping system shall be by lettered legend giving the name of the
material in full or abbreviated form Arrows will be used to indicate the direction of flow.
Color coding shall be applied to the entire exposed piping system. Identifying color of
materials one word in piping systems are as follows:

Material Color
Fire protection water Red
Sprinkler,water Red
Make-up water Green
Sprinkler drain Red
Water Green

1.22 DRIP PAN

A. Examine the drawings, and in cooperation with the Electrical Trade confirm the final
location of all electrical equipment to be installed in the vicinity of piping. Plan and

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 arrange all overhead piping no closer than 2'-0" (600 mm) from a vertical line to electric
motors and controllers, switchboards, panelboards, or similar equipment.
B. Where the installation of piping does not comply with the requirements of foregoing
paragraph, where feasible, the piping shall be relocated.

C. Furnish galvanized steel gutters as follows:

1. Provide and erect a gutter of 18 gauge galvanized steel under every pipe which is
within 2'-0" (600 mm) of being vertically over any motor, electrical controllers,
switchboards, panelboards, or the like.

2. Each gutter shall be welded and made watertight, properly suspended and
carefully pitched to a convenient point for draining. Provide a 3/4" drain, with valve
as directed, to nearest floor drain or slop sink, as approved.

3. In lieu of such separate gutters, a continuous protecting sheet in similar

construction, adequately supported and braced, properly rimmed, pitched and
drained, may be provided over any such motor, and extending 2'-0" (600 mm) in all
directions beyond the motor, over which such piping has to run.

1.23 TRAINING

A. The Contrctor shall instruct and train personnel, designated by the Employer for the
purpose, in the operation and maintenance of every part, device and equipment in the
systems with particular emphasis on proper start-up and shutdown procedures,
preventive maintenance and lubrication procedures with the recomended lubricants
overhauel and major maintenance methods, adjustment and calibration of instruments
and controls, the use of special tools and safe practices.

B. The Employer will bear all the expenses of his personnel allocted for this purpose

END OF SECTION

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