Depending on the industry your facility falls under determines when damper inspections are due per state and local building codes. Non-healthcare facilities will need to renew inspection guidelines every 4 years and every 6 years in hospitals. All types of dampers are included within these regulations; fire dampers, smoke dampers and combination dampers.
Fire and smoke dampers are found within a facilities passive fire protection safety plan and should not be overlooked when it comes to routine maintenance and required inspections. Dampers fail routine inspections quite often so the chances of your dampers being deficient within the 4 years of inspection is high, if you ever suspect a malfunctioning damper, it is important to call in our team of professionals as soon as possible. These dampers play a pivotal role in compartmentalizing a facility during a fire emergency. As they contain the fire and smoke in one specific area, allowing occupants to exit and emergency crews to enter safely.
Damper Code
Fire Damper - NFPA 80 – Section 19.4 - Each damper shall be tested and inspected one year after installation. The test and inspection frequency shall then be every 4 years, except in hospitals, where the frequency shall be 6 years.
Smoke Damper - NFPA 105 – Section 6.5 - Each damper shall be tested and inspected one year after installation. The test and inspection frequency shall then be every 4 years, except in hospitals, where the frequency shall be 6 years.
LSS Technicians are equipped with the training and have experience working with all damper makes and models. Our damper inspection services provide the following:
- Locate and operate (i.e. actuate) all fire dampers and smoke dampers in your facility. Removing and resetting the fusible link to verify the damper fully closes.
- Mark location of the dampers on drawings, AutoCAD plotting available.
- Manually activate electric smoke dampers and pneumatic smoke dampers to ensure the actuator is operable and fully closes.
Why Hire LSS?
Fire safety is critical to buildings and large facilities so we understand the importance of hiring the right people to get the job done the right way. LSS Life safety Services will go above and beyond to ensure your facility is safe and in compliance with all state and local fire code. Fire and smoke dampers save lives, don’t delay inspection as if could cost way more than just a monetary fine but an occupant(s) life.
Our damper inspection, installation and repair services come with the industry’s best web-based master report via our exclusive reporting software, LSS Site Surveyor. This report will list all code required information: location of damper, damper number, result of damper (pass or fail) and detailed reason for failure. ‘Before’ and ‘After’ pictures of every damper are also included. A detailed summary report providing statistical review of the fire and smoke damper inspection is also available. This entails a “snapshot” overview of the condition of your facility.
We will not only provide fire safety peace of mind but also deliver all the essential information into a thorough, well-designed report that is required to provide the AHJ. This ensures a painless process for you as we are happy to do the heavy lifting on your behalf. Contact Us Here to schedule your damper inspection today, You’re Safe with Us!
