909.3.1 Periodic testing.
BC § 909.3.1
Smoke control systems shall be verified weekly through the automatic control system in accordance with Section 909.12 and shall be tested annually to ensure proper operation of detection devices, dampers, fans and controls in accordance with the requirements of Sections 909.18.1, 909.18.3, 909.18.5 and 909.18.7. Full testing of smoke control systems in accordance with Sections 909.18 through 909.18.7 shall be conducted at five-year intervals by an inspector qualified in accordance with Section 909.18.8.2. Test reports shall include all information required by Section 909.18.8.3 and shall be compared against the baseline special inspection report. Causes for any significant deviations from the baseline report shall be identified and corrected. A record of each inspection and test shall be maintained on the premises by the owner or lessee, and the records for at least the last five years of operation shall be made available for inspection by the department and the Fire Commissioner.
