Preventive Maintenance of Water-based Fire Systems

OBJECTIVES

• Understand the Structure and Function of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems
• Apply Relevant Codes, Standards, and Best Practices
• Perform Routine Inspection, Testing, and Preventive Maintenance (ITM)
• Maintain and Troubleshoot Fire Pumps and Water Supply Systems
• Maintain Sprinkler Systems and Alarm Devices
• Develop a Comprehensive Preventive Maintenance Program
• Improve Emergency Preparedness and System Readiness
• Demonstrate Knowledge through Hands-On Activities and Assessments
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WHO SHOULD ATTED?

• Maintenance Engineers & Technicians
• Fire & Safety Officers / HSE Personnel
• Facility Engineers & Supervisors
• Operations & Utility Personnel
• Project Engineers & Design Professionals
• Emergency Response Team Members
• Contractors & Service Providers
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COURSE OUTLINE

DAY 1: Fundamentals of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems

• Introduction to Fire Protection in Oil & Gas Industry
  • Fire hazards in oil & gas environments
  • Role and criticality of fire systems in high-risk areas
• Types of Water-Based Fire Systems
  • Wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, deluge, and foam-water systems
  • Applications in upstream, midstream, and downstream operations
• System Components and Functions
  • Pipes, valves, detectors, sprinkler heads, pumps, water tanks
  • Control panels and alarm interfaces
• Codes and Standards Overview
  • NFPA 25, NFPA 13, NFPA 20, API standards
  • Legal and insurance compliance considerations

DAY 2: Inspection, Testing & Maintenance Principles

• Preventive Maintenance vs. Corrective Maintenance
• Inspection Requirements
  • Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks
  • Visual checks and documentation protocols
• Testing Procedures
  • Flow tests, alarm tests, valve operation, pump tests
  • Procedures for dry and pre-action systems
• Common Tools and Equipment for PM
• Record-Keeping and Documentation Practices
  • Maintenance logs, checklists, and audit readiness

DAY 3: Water Supply Systems and Fire Pumps

• Water Supply Sources
  • Tanks, municipal connections, seawater, reservoirs
  • Capacity, pressure, and flow considerations
• Fire Pumps
  • Types: electric, diesel, and jockey pumps
  • NFPA 20 testing standards and performance checks
• Pump Room Inspection and Safety
• Troubleshooting Common Issues
  • Cavitation, air locks, seal failures, power supply problems

DAY 4: Sprinkler Systems and Alarm Devices

• Sprinkler Head Maintenance
  • Types, spacing, clearance, corrosion, obstructions
• Valve Maintenance
  • Control valves, check valves, deluge valves, trim piping
• Detection and Alarm Interfaces
  • Supervisory devices, flow switches, pressure gauges
  • Integration with SCADA or DCS systems
• Corrosion and Microbiological Induced Corrosion (MIC)
  • Detection and mitigation strategies

DAY 5: Emergency Preparedness, Troubleshooting, and Advanced PM Planning

• Emergency Response Readiness
  • Fire drills, coordination with firefighting teams
  • Fire watch procedures during system downtime
• Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis
  • Leak detection, false alarms, low pressure, etc.
• Upgrades and Retrofits of Legacy Systems
• Developing a Preventive Maintenance Program
  • Scheduling, resource allocation, KPIs
  • Using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)