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Majority of the lighting is provided by fluorescent fixtures utilizing T8 lamps and
electronic ballasts. Depending upon the application and the ceiling types the fixtures are either recessed mounted or surface mounted. The fixtures were upgraded to their present state in 2009.
COMMENTS: Although the average life cycle of fluorescent fixtures and lamps is about 30 years, fluorescent lamps are in the process of being phased out and being replaced with LED lamps. Rather than implement a complete lighting change out, it is recommended that as the fluorescent lamps fail, they be replaced with LED lamps.
4.0 EMERGENCY LIGHTING
Emergency lighting is provided by battery packs and remoted heads located
throughout the school and illuminate all points and paths of egress during a power failure. Emergency lighting was upgraded in 2009.
COMMENTS: The average life cycle of emergency lighting battery packs is 20 years. No action is necessary.
5.0 FIRE ALARM SYSTEM
An addressable fire alarm system has been provided throughout the school and is complete with detection devices, manual pull stations, and signal devices. Combination type horn/strobe units provide the notification of alarm conditions. The main control panel is located in the main entrance vestibule. The system is the product of Simplex Model 4100U, and was installed in 2009. The system is tested annually.
COMMENTS: No action necessary, as the average life cycle of a fire alarm system is 25 years.
6.0 INTRUSION ALARM SYSTEM
An intrusion alarm system has been provided and is complete with motion detection devices, keypads and a control panel. The main control panel is located in the server room. It is the product of DSC Security Systems and was installed in 2009
COMMENTS: No action necessary, as the average life cycle of an intrusion alarm system is 25 years.
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