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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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