This review is based primarily on the following documents:

- MOF ( Client ) User Requirements

- NFPA 72, 2013 Edition, National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

We would like to note that in general, conceptual design (design criteria, and received
Drawings) are not as sufficiently detailed as we typically expect for construction ready
drawings. In addition, much of the supporting documentation typically required is not
provided. However, given the status of the project, we are reviewing design criteria
subject to the assumptions and comments listed bellow :

To summarize, we believe the system shall meets the basic intent of the owner
requirements and will function as intended.

1. The make and models of the fire alarm control panel, initiating devices (detectors
and manual call points) or notification devices are not provided. It is assumed
that all equipment, including the cable, is UL listed or FM approved for fire alarm
service and meets the design requirements of the MOF Buildings and NFPA 72.

2. The Aramco camp guide requires a fire alarm system to be monitored at all times
by trained staff. One of the FACPs is located in the guard house. The other is
shown in the indoor recreation building. AYC should confirm the indoor recreation
building is occupied constantly by trained personnel, or consider relocating the
FACP to a constantly occupied building such as the guard house.

3. NFPA 72 (section 23.6.1) requires addressable initiating circuits to be designed

so that no more than 50 devices are affected by a single fault on a pathway. The
drawing legend includes line isolation modules (LIM) but none are observed on
the drawing. AYC should confirm how the NFPA 72 requirement is being
satisfied, or install LIM in accordance with the fire alarm system manufacturers
recommendations
4. Details on the power supply to the fire alarm systems is not shown. It is assumed
that the branch circuit supplying electrical power to the fire alarm control panels
is dedicated and serves no other equipment and is properly identified as a fire
alarm circuit (NFPA 72, 10.6.5.1 and 10.6.5.2).

5. A secondary supply of power from batteries is provided and sized in accordance

with NFPA 72, section 10.6.7.2.1.

6. All initiating devices (heat and smoke detectors) are installed in accordance with
their manufacturer’s listing. In particular, it should be confirmed that the smoke
detectors in freezers and cold rooms are suitable for the temperatures. (See
 NFPA 72, section 17.7.1.8). Alternatively, consider replacing these with heat
detectors (suitable for the low temperatures).

7. Although not shown, it is assumed the ceilings are smooth and approximately 3
m in height.

8. The anticipated ambient noise levels, and sound levels produced by the audible
notification devices, are not indicated. It should be confirmed that the audible
notification devices are capable of producing at least 15 dB above the average
ambient noise level (see NFPA 72, section 18.4.3.1 and 18.4.5).

9. The candela ratings for the internal visual notification devices should be indicated
to ensure sufficient illumination is provided based on the room size (refer to
NFPA 72, section 18.5).

10. All required calculations, such as voltage drop calculations for the notification
devices and battery sizing calculations, are assumed to have been prepared. The
calculations should be made available to confirm the cable and battery sizing.

11. The Cause & Effect Diagram appears to be a template that was perhaps copied
from a previous project and not completely edited. There are a number of actions
that do not appear to be applicable to this project. For example, the
supplementary actions (actuate system pre-discharge alarm, pressurize
stairwells, shutdown processes, etc.) do not appear relevant to this project.
Consider editing the Cause & Effect Diagram to only reflect the inputs and output
associated with this project