NFIRS 5.0 Element: ‘Detector Failure Reason’
Définition : The reason why the detector failed to operate or did not operate properly.
Purpose : Information on why automatic detection equipment did not operate is important to the evaluation of detection equipment and can be used to improve reliability or installation of detectors.

Entry : Check or mark the box best describing why the detector failed to operate or did not operate properly.
Element Specification
Specification | Value |
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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. |
DETECTOR FAILURE REASON CODES
Here are the NFIRS codes for the ‘Detector Failure Reason’ element
Detector Failure Reason | Code |
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Power Failure, Hardwired Detector Shut Off, Disconnect | 1 |
Improper Installation or Placement Of Detector | 2 |
Defective Detector | 3 |
Lack Of Maintenance, Includes Not Cleaning | 4 |
Battery Missing or Disconnected | 5 |
Battery Discharged or Dead | 6 |
Detector Failure Reason – Other | 0 |
Undetermined | U |
Topic: NFIRS
Last Updated on March 25, 2023