Special/Critical Inspections

Some of the inspection services and field tests that can be performed are:

• Standpipe System Inspections (STPS)
• Sprinkler System Inspections (SPKR)
• Emergency and Standby Power Systems (Generators) - Visual Inspection (EGVI)
• Emergency and Standby Power Systems (Generators) - Operation and Test Log (EGTL)
• Emergency and Standby Power Systems (Generators) - Load Test (EGLT)
• Smoke Control Systems (SCSI)
• Mechanical Systems: Refrigerant System, Kitchen Equipments, Exhaust and Duct System, Hydronic Piping(MECH)
• FSD-FD-SD Inspection (FSDR)
• Fuel-Oil Storage and Fuel-Oil Piping Systems (FOSP)
• Heating Systems Inspections (HTSY)
• Inspection for the construction of private on-site storm water drainage disposal systems, and detention facilities (SPTW)
• Inspection for the construction of on-site private sewage disposal systems (PSDS)
• Hydrostatic Test (HYDR)
• Pneumatic Test (PNEU)
• Hydrant Flow Test (HYFL)
• Water Flow Test (WAFL)
• Seismic Isolation System Inspections
• Electrical System Inspections (ELEC)
• Grounding - Fall of Potential Test (GRND)
• Fire Alarm Visual Inspection (FAVI)
• Fire Alarm Functional Test (FAFT)

Other services can be performed to meet the needs of your project. Engage with an AEIS expert to discuss your project requirements and ensure a smooth inspection process.

Typical MEP references in project specifications:

2014 NYC Building Code

• Chapter 9: Fire Protection Systems
• Appendix Q: Modified National Standards for Automatic Sprinkler, Standpipe, Fire Pump and Fire Alarm Systems
• Chapter 27: Electrical
• Chapter 28: Mechanical Systems
• Chapter 29: Plumbing Systems
• 16 Special Inspection for mechanical systems
• 16.1 Tests for mechanical systems
• 16.2 Special Inspection of Mechanical Systems
• 17 Special Inspection for fuel storage and fuel piping systems
• 18 High Pressure steal piping and high temperature hot water piping
• 18.1 Welding
• 18.2 Welding operations
• 18.3 Testing of high pressure steam systems and high temperature hot water piping systems
• 19 High pressure gas piping
• 19.1 Welding
• 19.2 Welding operations
• 19.3 Testing of high pressure gas piping
• 21 Private on-site storm water disposal system and detention facilities
• 21.2 Installation special inspection
• 23 Sprinkler system special inspection
• 23.1 Hydrostatic pressure testing
• 24 Standpipe system special inspection
• 24.1 Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
• 24.1.1 New Buildings under construction
• 24.1.2 Enlargements or additions to existing systems
• 24.1.3 Removal of stories, including full demolition
• 24.1.4 Alterations
• 24.1.5 Readiness
• 25 Heating Systems
• 26 Chimneys
• 7 Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas and Electrical Components
• 8 Seismic Isolation systems

2014 New York City Mechanical Code

• MC 810 Test run and smoke test.
• MC 928.2.1 Noise Control Requirements
• MC 1108 Refrigeration – Field Test
• 1MC 1208 Hydronic Piping - Tests
• MC 1210 High Pressure Steam and High Temperature Hot Water Piping Systems
• MC 1210.2.2Installation
• MC 1210.2.3 Testing
• MC 1308 Fuel Oil Piping and Storage - Testing
• MC 1308.1 Testing Required
• 1MC 1308.2 Hydrostatic Testing

2014 NYC Plumbing Code

• PC 107 Inspections and Testing.
• PC 312 General Regulations Tests and Inspections
• PC 1114 Private on-site storm water disposal system

2014 NYC Fuel Gas Code

• 4 Test Pressure Measurement (gas system)
• 5.6 Inspection of Chimneys

NFPA

• NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
• NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems
• NFPA 31 Standard for the Installation of Oil Burning Equipment
• FPA 101 Life Safety Code
• NFPA 110 Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems
• NFPA 111 Standard for Stored Electrical Energy Emergency and Standby Power Systems
• NFPA 211 Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances