Fire Detection and Suppression Controls Clause Samples

Fire Detection and Suppression Controls. Measures must be taken to minimize the risks and effects of a fire occurring within the information processing areas, or from spreading into these areas from an adjoining location. The degree of automatic fire detection and suppression mechanisms deployed depends upon the criticality of the operation attributed to the information processing system. Datacenters must have Halon or approved equivalent systems or dry pipe sprinkler systems and heat sensors installed, while closed area network server rooms may only have smoke detectors and fire extinguishers. Regardless, fire detection and suppression mechanisms must be utilized in the information processing areas. Where possible, detection devices must notify appropriate personnel.