Fire pump comprises a combination of electric motor driven pump, diesel engine driven and electric motor driven jockey pumps that supply for fire suppression systems. Fire pump is required to comply with Local Civil Defense Authority regulations and International Codes of Practice e.g. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Types of pumps used for fire service include:
End suction, horizontal split case, vertical split case, vertical inline and vertical turbines.
Firefighting systems and equipment vary depending on the age, size, use and type of building construction. There are many different types of fire safety equipment. Each device is designed specifically to deal with the different classes of fire in a range of environments.
This hand-held firefighting equipment is designed to help contain small fires before they spread and become too large to control. Portable fire extinguishers are available with a number of different extinguishing agents to help you combat a flame.
These extinguish the fire by taking away the heat. Foam effectively separates oxygen from other elements in the fire. Water extinguishers should only be used for Class A fires.
These fire extinguishers extinguish fire by taking away the oxygen and removing the heat with a very cold discharge. Carbon dioxide extinguishers are effective for Class B and C fires.
This is the most widely used type today. They extinguish the fire primarily by interrupting the chemical reaction of the fire. The multipurpose dry chemical extinguisher can be used for Class A, B, and C fires.
This is a new agent that extinguishes the fire by removing the heat and preventing re-ignition by creating a barrier between the oxygen and fuel. This extinguisher was designed especially for Class K fires in commercial kitchens.
These extinguishers include the halon agents as well as the newer and less ozone depleting halocarbon agents. They extinguish the fire by interrupting the chemical reaction of the fire. Clean agent extinguishers are designed mostly for Class B and C fires.
These extinguishers are similar to dry chemical except that they extinguish the fire by separating the fuel from the oxygen or by removing the heat of the fire. Dry powder extinguishers are only for Class D fires.
These extinguishers are a recent development that extinguish the fire by taking away the heat element of the fire. They are an alternative to the clean agent extinguishers where contamination is a concern. Water mist extinguishers are intended for Class A fires, and can also be used for Class C fires.
These fire extinguishers extinguish the fire primarily by interrupting the chemical reaction. A multipurpose dry chemical extinguisher can be used for Class A, B, and C fires; an ordinary dry chemical extinguisher should only be used for Class B and C fires.
When it comes to the design, installation, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems in Saudi, there are a number of standards that could apply to your building. The following standards will influence the implementation of fire sprinklers in your space:
Sprinklers are installed in all types of buildings, including residential, commercial, industrial, and specialty buildings, such as high hazard industrial plants.
Fire blankets are designed to smother class F fires. That means flame that is fuelled by cooking oils and fats. Naturally, fire blankets are installed in kitchen environments, where the chance of a class F fire is the highest.
Fire hose reels are ideal for extinguishing class A fires. That is fires that are fuelled by paper, rubber, wood, and other non-conductive materials. As fire hose reels discharge water, they cannot be used to combat electrical fires. There are other types of fire safety equipment designed to deal with electrical fires – namely C02 fire extinguishers.
All fire equipment should be accompanied by standard signage. This helps users identify the location and type of equipment they can access in an emergency. There is a range of different regulations when it comes to fire safety signage. Each piece of equipment is accompanied by Saudi standard for maintenance and installation. The corresponding guide will contain more information about signage and where it should be located.
They might not be the first thing to spring to mind when you think of the different types of fire safety equipment, but first aid kits are essential in the aftermath of a fire. Having adequate first aid measures on hand will help with minor injuries sustained during a fire. It’s also a matter of compliance – as a business owner or manager; you need to provide your staff members with first aid.
While firefighting equipment is important during an emergency when a flame is out of control, you need to evacuate a building. Emergency and exit signs will help to provide a clear path to an exit during a fire. Having clear signage and lighting will help contain panic and guide your team members to an appropriate exit in time. Emergency and exit lights need to be maintained according to standards for Emergency escape lighting and exit signs.
SASA provide inspection and testing services for businesses across the Kingdom. We test and assess fire blankets, hose reels, extinguishers, smoke alarms, and emergency and exit lights. Contact us now to ensure your workplace is compliant with the current safety standards.
Fire Equipment Maintenance ServicesFire hose reels are used to supplement fire extinguishers in the workplace. Fire hose reels need to be available in fire compartments with a floor area greater than 500m2. This is essential for occupants to defend themselves initially from a fire. We provide essential fire hose reel testing to businesses that want to maximize fire protection.
Every 6 months Our technician will check for the following:s • AccessibilityCompleting a fire extinguisher check at regular intervals will save lives. Our team will ensure that your fire extinguishers are in working order and provide essential protection against future fire risk.
• Accessibility
• Anti-tamper device
• Exterior & instruct
• Service tag
• External damage
• External corrosions
• Outlet hose assembly
• Pressure indicator
• Contents full charge
• Signage
• Support bracket
• Discharge nozzle
• Weight
• Fire Blanket Testing
Fire is a very real threat in domestic and commercial kitchens, so it is important to have a fire blanket installed and tested in your kitchen. Fire Safety offer fire blanket testing services, as well as advice on how to optimize the safety and accessibility of your blanket.
Your blanket needs to be immediately accessible and safe for use in an emergency. Prevent harm and property damage by ensuring your fire protection blanket is maintained.
We specialize in fire protection services. We believe the best way to protect our clients and their assets is through thorough testing and preventative measures. Investing in regular smoke alarm testing services is insurance that your staff (or tenants) will be alerted if a fire starts in your building.
Regular fire sprinkler Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (ITM) is required by the IFC (International Fire Code) and the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association).
Fire alarm systems provide unbeatable accuracy and ease-of-use for building personnel, installers, and firefighters. All the features that make them simple to handle are designed to reduce costs over the life of the system.
A fast and reliable fire alarm system is at the core of every comprehensive fire safety concept. When signs of fire are detected as early as possible, chances is much higher that people, assets, and building are safe.
• Fire/smoke detectionFire control panels, fire terminals, remote terminals, and displays allow easy, comprehensive operation.
The smoke detector is designed for detection of a visible smoke at a start of a fire’s flameless stage when material starts to smoulder, and therefore generally, a long time prior to the appearance of an open flame and a noticeable rise in temperature.
The detector is designed to function in closed spaces in which, under normal conditions, smoke, dust and steam condensation are not present. Due to the implementation of analogue compensation for environmental changes, the detector is characterized by an increased resistance to changes in atmospheric pressure, temperature, and humidity.
Some types of fire safety equipment are designed for detection. Smoke alarms should be installed in all commercial and domestic buildings. If you are a landlord, the legislation for smoke alarm installation varies from state to state. You can find more information about your obligations on your state government website.
The flame detector is designed for detection and signalization of a flame ignition in case of a re hazard. The flame detector is intrinsically safe (IS) to be used in explosion hazard areas. It operates in detection lines connected to re alarm system control panels with an appropriate spark proof separator.
The heat (temperature) detector is designed to detect a fire hazard in rooms, where during the first phase of a fire a rapid rise of temperature may occur, or where temperature may exceed a defined danger level.
The heat detector can be programmed to operate as a fixed temperature or fixed/rate-of-rise heat detector. The heat detector is a spark proof detector, due to which it can be used in explosion hazard areas. These detectors operate in fire alarm system detector lines behind a proper spark proof separator.
In addition to the direct wiring into the building’s power supply, there are typically UL Listed emergency batteries in sealed units to prevent a disruption of fire protection in the event of a power outage. These are typically 6V or 12V batteries linked in a 24VDC power-limited system. These may be located within the control panel itself or in a separate enclosure mounted adjacent to the main control panel. They usually are connected to the FACP to charge and monitor them.
These devices allow the system status to be checked, the alarms to be initiated or silenced, or various safety components to be activated or deactivated throughout a building or even in remote locations. These are typically reserved for larger systems installed in high-rise buildings and where local code dictates that the fire alarm system be able to be controlled in remote locations other than the main FACP.
The next generation of wireless combustible and toxic gas monitors, controllers and dedicated alarm stations. The new Wireless Gas Monitor features dual channel capability, toxic and infrared sensors and advanced spread-spectrum radio technology with the option for encrypted transmissions.
The Alarm Station allows users to easily locate warning strobes and horns in locations that maximize personnel safety and equipment protection.
fixed gas detectors include single / dual channel gas monitor with high resolution intelligent display and industry standard communications; the single / dual channel gas monitor with high visibility color display, advanced networking and sophisticated sensor signal processing, and a loop-powered two-wire gas detector designed to detect highly reactive gases under the most.
BSEE (Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement)
Dry Chemical
Foam