NFIRS 5.0 Element: ‘Automatic Extinguishment System (AES) Failure Reason’
Définition : The reason why the automatic extinguishing system failed to operate or did not operate properly.
Purpose : Information on the effectiveness of an AES is important for understanding the reasons why systems fail so they can be redesigned or additional safeguards put in place.
Entry : Check or mark the box that best describes why the AES failed to operate or was not effective.
Element Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Requirement | Optional |
| Expected Length | 1 |
| Element Type | Coded Field – The coded field relating to an entry in the code table. Most coded fields allow for Plus+ One codes. For these fields the expected length of the coded entry is depicted as (National length OR Plus+ One length). Only fields with this notation in the expected length column allow for Plus+ One definitions. If the user has not provided information, an empty field should be transmitted. |
REASON FOR AUTOMATIC EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM FAILURE CODES
Here are the NFIRS codes for the ‘Automatic Extinguishment System (AES) Failure Reason’ element
| Automatic Extinguishment System (AES) Failure Reason | Code |
|---|---|
| System Shut Off | 1 |
| Not Enough Agent Discharged To Control The Fire | 2 |
| Agent Discharged, But Did Not Reach The Fire | 3 |
| Inappropriate System For The Type Of Fire | 4 |
| Fire Not In Area Protected By The System | 5 |
| System Components Damaged | 6 |
| Lack Of Maintenance, Including Corrosion Or Heads Painted | 7 |
| Manual Intervention Defeated The System | 8 |
| Reason System Not Effective, Other | 0 |
| Undetermined | U |
Topic: NFIRS
Last Updated on March 25, 2023