The effective combination of preventive and corrective maintenance helps ensure the continuous functionality of fire alarm and firefighting systems.
Maintenance Preventive refers to a planned and systematic approach involving periodic review, control, and monitoring of equipment. Its main purpose is to reduce or prevent failures in the instruments.
On the other hand, corrective maintenance is triggered when a problem occurs in the device. This approach is a remediation strategy, carried out punctually, without periodicity, and without a predefined system.
Both types of maintenance require interruptions in procedures since the system cannot remain in operation during reviews. However, in corrective maintenance, the pause is made in moments of urgency, while in preventive maintenance, the entire process is meticulously planned in advance to avoid damage to production.
Check below what involves the processes of preventive and corrective maintenance of a fire protection system.
Preventive Maintenance:
Regular Inspections:
Regular visual inspections are conducted on system components, including smoke detectors, sprinklers, audible and visual alarms, extinguishers, control panels, among others.
Functional Tests:
Periodic tests are performed to ensure that all devices are functioning correctly. This includes alarm tests, sirens, strobe lights, and other system elements.
Battery Check:
Batteries are tested and replaced as needed. Weak batteries can compromise system operation in critical moments.
Detector Calibration:
Detectors are regularly calibrated to ensure their proper sensitivity and prevent false alarms.
Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance:
Sprinklers and other components are cleaned and lubricated to ensure no obstructions that could impair system performance.
Software Updates:
The system undergoes a check to ensure that the fire alarm and firefighting system software is up-to-date.
Verification of Environmental Conditions:
Environmental conditions that may affect system performance, such as temperature, humidity, and dust, are measured since any changes require system updates and adaptation to the new environment.
Corrective Maintenance:
Fault Diagnosis:
A detailed diagnosis is conducted to identify the root cause of system failures and implement effective corrections.
Replacement of Defective Components:
Any defective component, such as detectors, sprinklers, or control equipment, is immediately replaced.
Post-Incident Evaluation:
If an incident has occurred, a post-incident assessment is conducted to identify areas for improvement in the system and maintenance procedures.
Review of Records:
Maintenance records are reanalyzed to identify patterns or trends that may indicate the need for adjustments to maintenance routines.
The effective combination of preventive and corrective maintenance helps ensure the continuous functionality of fire alarm and firefighting systems, minimizing the risks associated with fires and ensuring the safety of facilities and occupants.
How to Implement Preventive Maintenance in the Company?
To implement preventive maintenance in the company, it is important to maintain a database with information about the installed system, revisions, changes, and replacements carried out. This document is a great ally in planning measures and evaluating the periodicity of maintenance.
In addition, relying on a specialized company is of utmost importance!
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