TITLE 4. THE PHILADELPHIA BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND OCCUPANCY CODE
SUBCODE "PM" (THE PHILADELPHIA PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE)
SECTION PM-605.0 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
PM-605.1 General: All systems, devices and equipment to
detect a fire, actuate an alarm, or suppress or control a fire or any
combination thereof shall be properly maintained.
PM-605.2 Fire
suppression system: Fire suppression systems shall be in proper operating
condition at all times.
PM-605.2.1 Valves: Control valves shall be in
the fully open position.
PM-605.2.2 Sprinklers: Sprinklers shall be
clean and free of corrosion, paint and damage. Stock shall be at least 18 inches
(457 mm) below sprinkler deflectors.
PM-605.2.3 Piping: Piping shall be
properly supported and shall not support any other loads.
PM-605.3
Standpipe systems: Standpipe systems shall be in proper operating conditions at
all times.
PM-605.3.1 Valves: Water supply control valves shall be in
the fully open position.
PM-605.3.2 Hose connections: Hose connections
shall be identified and have ready access thereto.
PM-605.3.3 Hose:
Where provided, the hose shall be properly packed, dry and free from
deterioration.
PM-605.4 Fire alarm systems: Fire alarm systems shall be
in proper operating condition at all times.
PM-605.4.1 Control panel:
The "power on" indicator shall be lit. Alarm or trouble indicators shall not be
illuminated.
PM-605.4.2 Manual fire alarm boxes: All manual fire alarm
boxes shall be operational and unobstructed.
PM-605.4.3 Automatic fire
detectors: All automatic fire detectors shall be operational and free from any
obstructions that prevent proper operation, including smoke entry.