Fire Protection
Detection and Communication System
Fire Escape and Related Services
Fire protection systems are standardised elements as approved by the local fire department. For a performance oriented design of fire protection system, various recognised guidelines such as the Singapore Fire Safety Engineering Guidelines [6] can be consulted. The fire authority is notified in advance of any shutdown due to maintenance, especially when the automatic sprinklers are under maintenance. Such shutdowns could be scheduled during normal working hours and finished in the shortest possible time. If required, special precautions (e.g. fire petrol, temporary water connection, etc.) could be employed [7]. The fire safety defects raised in this chapter concern (a) detection and communication system; (b) Fire hydrant systems; (c) Fire Hose; (d) Sprinkler system; (e) Portable fire extinguisher (e.g. poor discharge of portable fire extinguisher and obstructed fire door); (f) Fire escape and related services . Considerations for the maintainability of fire protection systems at the design stage could prevent the occurrence of these identified defects. Making sure that the fire protection system is in proper condition could help avoid inconveniences during cases of false alarms.