CODE: HSEQ-P-39

SYSTEM INSPECTION PROCEDURE

NAME:
CONTRA INCENDIO
VERSION: 1

1. OBJECTIVE AND SCOPE

The procedure aims to establish the inspection methodology for the equipment.
emergency (extinguishers, smoke detectors, emergency lights, push buttons and alarms) that make up
the fire suppression system.

This procedure applies to all collaborators, contractors, and subcontractors of GASES DEL
PACIFICO S.A.C in all its concessions.

2. DEFINITIONS

• Inspection: Examination, review or thorough recognition of operating conditions or

functionality of previously established aspects.

• Inspector: Competent person responsible for carrying out inspections of the fire extinguishers.
manually.

• Dry Chemical Powder: Various mixtures of finely powdered solid particles usually to
sodium bicarbonate base, potassium bicarbonate, or supplemented ammonium phosphate
additionally with particle materials with special treatments to give it resistance to
settlement, moisture absorption (compaction) and flow characteristics.

• Carbon Dioxide CO2: An inert colorless, odorless gas that is a non-electric conductor.
suitable extinguisher for Class B and Class C fires.

• Cabinet for Fire Extinguisher: Device for storing fire extinguishers in an identifiable and accessible manner.
laptops designed to store and protect equipment against fire.

• Extinguisher Maintenance: The maintenance is a complete review of the extinguisher. It is intended

to provide the utmost security that the extinguisher will function safely and effectively. It includes a
complete examination and physical damage or conditions that affect its operation and any
Repair or replacement needed for the extinguisher. It will usually indicate if a test is required.
hydrostatics, or internal maintenance.

• Hydrostatic Test: Pressure test on the extinguisher to verify its resistance against ruptures.
desired.

• Recharge: It is the replacement of the extinguishing agent and also of the propellant for certain types of extinguishers.

• Portable Fire Extinguisher: A portable device that contains an extinguishing agent which can
to expel under pressure in order to eliminate or extinguish a fire, which can be on wheels.

• Smoke detector: Equipment that detects visible smoke, based on absorption or diffusion of the
light from the fumes in a measuring chamber.

• Manual button: Device intended to transmit a fire alarm when it is

driven by a person.

• Alarm: Device that emits acoustic and/or visual signals with the function of giving notice to the
occupants of a certain sector or of the entire building for their evacuation. All elements
of the fire detection and alarm system or must be subjected to inspections and
frequent maintenance.

• Emergency Light: The emergency lighting or emergency lights are devices

of lighting backed by a battery that aim to ensure, in case of failure of the
normal lighting supply, the illumination in the premises and accesses to the exits, for
a possible evacuation of the public or to illuminate other indicated points.

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3. GENERAL CONDITIONS

[Link]: Los responsables para que se ejecute el procedimiento son:

Leader
- Area Manager
- HSE Supervisor (GDP personnel or contractor)

Participants
- Area Manager
- Area chiefs
- Supervisors
- Worker of the job (GDP staff or contractor)
- Professional HSE

4. CONTENT

4.1. Fire Extinguisher Inspection

RESPONSIBLE DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITY

Inspections, tests, recharging, maintenance, and height of the supports
The fire extinguishers must be executed based on the
current national or international regulations NTP-833.034–2014 (Standard
for portable extinguishers) and NFPA-10–2013 (Standard for extinguishers
laptops) and complying with the established security protocols.

1. Before starting the inspection, inform the User of each area about
the task to be executed and to begin the inspection tasks of fire extinguishers. In
Annex 1 List for Fire Extinguisher Inspection contains a series of
anomalies to be considered at the time of inspection.

2. Verify the good condition and the unobstructed visibility of the signage and number
fire extinguisher. All fire extinguishers must have their number.
corresponding below or in the signage and on the front of each
Technician fire extinguisher
responsible for
Station 3. Check the good condition of the door and protective mica of the cabinet
metallic, metal hanger or pedestal as the case may be.
Center Advisor
of Attention to 4. Check that the indicator needle of the gauges on the extinguishers is
Client PQS remains in green position (195 PSI).

5. Check the status of the security seal, discharge hose,

nozzle, discharge handle, transport handle, and overall condition of the cylinder.

6. Check the status of the fire extinguisher usage instructions, pictogram for the
type of fire to be used, rating, capacity and number assigned to the extinguisher.

7. Register in the Fire System Inspection Format

(HSEQ-F-49), if there were any anomalies in the fire extinguishers indicating the
fire extinguisher number.

8. Apply the fire extinguisher inspection tag, which is anchored.

in each of the fire extinguishers and the date must be recorded that
corresponda la inspección y el nombre de quien realiza la inspección.

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4.2. Inspection of Smoke Detectors

RESPONSIBLE DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITY

The inspections and testing of smoke detectors must be
execute based on current national or international regulations
NFPA-72–2013 (Standard for Smoke Detectors) and complying with the
established security protocols.

If the installation to be inspected does not have this type of

equipment place not applicable N/A in the System Inspection Format
Fire Prevention (HSEQ-F-49).
Technician
1. Perform a visual inspection of the detector, verify that it is in
responsible for
in good condition, clean and there is nothing that could hinder its operation.
Station
2. Verify that the red LED of the detector lights up
Center Advisor
intermittent.
of Attention to
Client
3. Register in the Fire Suppression System Inspection Format
(HSEQ-F-49), if there were any anomalies in the smoke detectors
indicating the team number.

Recommendations:

Conduct an annual functionality test of the detectors.

Conduct annual cleaning and maintenance of the detectors.

4.3. Inspection of Emergency Lights

RESPONSIBLE DESCRIPTION OF THE ACTIVITY

If the installation that is going to be inspected does not have this type of
equipment place not applicable N/A in the Inspection Format of the System
Fire Prevention (HSEQ-F-49).

1. Check that the emergency light is in its proper place,

that are not blocked, that are in operational condition
correct and free of physical damage.
Technician
in charge of 2. Confirm that the emergency lights are visibly at 100% and
Station with the corresponding signage.
Center Advisor 3. Carry out a functional test of the emergency lights and
Customer Service check the following: turning on both lamps. To carry out the
Client you can press the "Test" button according to the model, disconnect
the team or turn off the main switch of the establishment as a last resort.

4. Register in the Fire System Inspection Format

(HSEQ-F-49), if there were any anomalies in the equipment indicating the
team number.

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4.4 Inspection of alarms and emergency buttons

RESPONSABLE DESCRIPCION DE LA ACTIVIDAD

If the installation to be inspected does not have this type of
teams place not applicable N/A in the System Inspection Format
fire control.

1. Verify that the button and alarm are in their proper place, that they are not
be blocked, that they are in correct operating condition and
Technician free from physical damage.
responsible for
Station 2. Confirm that the button and alarm are visible at 100% and with the
corresponding signage.
Center Advisor
Customer Service 3. Carry out an operation essay of the manual push buttons and
Client check the following: siren sound level and light level
stroboscopic.

4. Register in the Fire Prevention System Inspection Format

(HSEQ-F-49), if there was any anomaly in the equipment indicating the
team number.

Note: The responsible parties for the inspections are the users of each establishment, who must
report to the HSEQ area, with a deadline of the first five (05) days of each month.

5. RECORDS

• Fire Protection System Inspection Format (HSEQ-F-49).

6. REFERENCES

• NTP-833.034–2014 (Standard for portable fire extinguishers).

• NFPA-10–2013 (Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers).
• NFPA-72–2013 (Standard for smoke detectors).

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7. ANNEXES

Annex 1
Anomalies in safety extinguishers

Extinguisher anomalies
EXTINGUISHER POORLY LOCATED
Obstructed Access
UNNUMBERED EXTINGUISHER
Deterioration or lack of the fire class pictogram
DETERIORATION OR LACK OF THE RECHARGE LABEL
LACK OF THE HYDROSTATIC TEST EXPIRATION
Lack of fire extinguisher signage
(8) FIRE EXTINGUISHER SUPPORT ABSENT OR INADEQUATE
(9) DOES NOT HAVE A LOCK AND/OR SECURITY SEAL
PRESSURE GAUGE WITH INADEQUATE / DAMAGED PRESSURE
STEEL HANDLE, ACTIVATION LEVER OR DAMAGED OR MISSING GUN
DAMAGED OR MISSING HOSE
EXPIRED FIRE EXTINGUISHER
LACK OF NUMBERING ON THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER SIGN
CLAMP OR HOLDER FOR DAMAGED, INADEQUATE HOSE
ABSENT
NOZZLE, PISTON OR GUN: DAMAGED OR MISSING
CYLINDER OR PROPULSION BOTTLE IN POOR CONDITION / RUSTED
LACK OF UPDATE ON THE INSPECTION CARD
LACK OF CLEANLINESS IN THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER

FIRE FIGHTING ALARM MISSING

LACK OF FIRE FIGHTING ALARM SIGNAL
Fire extinguisher missing
DOES NOT MEET THE HEIGHT OF 1.50 METERS.
(23) Others, please specify:

Annex 2
Anomalies in Smoke Detectors

Smoke Detector Anomalies

LED does not light up
(2) DETECTOR BLOCKED
Broken or in poor condition detector
DIRTY OR PAINTED DETECTOR
ABSENCE OF DETECTOR

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Annex 3
Anomalies in Emergency Lights

Emergency Light Anomalies

EQUIPMENT IN BAD CONDITION / BROKEN
Inadequate or non-existent lighting of the fixtures
UNCONNECTED EMERGENCY LIGHT
Battery not charging
(5) ABSENCE OF EMERGENCY LIGHT
LACK OF SIGNAGE

Annex 4
Anomalies in Alarms and Emergency Buttons

Anomalies Alarms and Emergency Buttons

ALARM DOES NOT SOUND
(2) BUTTON DOES NOT ACTIVATE THE ALARM
STROBE LIGHT NOT WORKING (IF APPLICABLE)
SPEAKER IN BAD CONDITION
Broken or Damaged Button
LACK OF SIGNAGE

8. CHANGE CONTROL

The Kawak tool shows the officials who participated in the review and approval.
of the present document, which attest that they received documentation and information
prior for this purpose and that the document is suitable for the activities and practices of the
organization.

CHANGE LOG FOR THE PROCEDURE

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