This issue was discussed briefly at the recent meeting of the NFSA Contractors Board. I have heard about the issue of treating sprinkler water as a contaminant in Southern California. I read the article you linked to, and don't think the author has a clear understanding of the annual tests we perform on sprinkler systems. For example, he writes that Main Drain Test's are rarely conducted. In reality, they're probably the most important part of an annual inspection. One issue to consider: If the system contains additives (ie anti-freeze), then there may be cause for concern. What does the local water purveyor say? If he allows sprinkler systems to be connected without backflow devices (ie Detector Check Assembly), then he says the system is good enough to mix with his Water Supply. If he requires a Double Check Backflow, then he say's it's a "low Hazard." (ie, it may smell bad, taste funny , etc) If he requires an RPZ Backflow, then he considers it high hazard contaminant. (These areas may be the ones that want sprinkler water discharged into sewers). I think the NFSA, AFSA and AWWA should jointly study this issue and write a paper to guide municipalities on this matter. Perhaps they have? Forest Wilson Cherokee Fire Protection Co. Dayton OH 45434 In a message dated 4/17/2007 6:24:26 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
--- David Autry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > This article has come to my attention. I'm just > wondering if anyone else has > seen this. Anyone have any thoughts? > > > > http://www.plumbingengineer.com/april_07/designers.php > > > > > > > > David Autry > > Plans Examiner > > Nebraska State Fire Marshal's Office > > 246 S. 14th Street > > Lincoln, NE 68508 > > 402-471-9659 > > 402-471-3118 fax > > www.sfm.ne.gov > > > ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://lists.firesprinkler.org/mailman/listinfo/sprinklerforum To Unsubscribe, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] (Put the word unsubscribe in the subject field)
