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NFPA 731 2020

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NFPA 731: Standard for the Installation of Electronic Premises Security Systems

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Take confidence premises are adequately protected from intrusion by complying with consensus-based requirements for electronic and mechanical security systems and their components. In an increasingly advanced and complex world, it’s critical to help ensure the technology used to protect occupancies and facilities is ready to perform as intended. NFPA 731, Standard for the Installation of Premises Security Systems, 2020 edition, offers the most extensive knowledge and performance criteria for this vital equipment that often serves as the first line of defense for people and property. Developed in parallel with NFPA 730, Guide for Premises Security, with references to NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®), the document covers all aspects of helping to ensure security equipment installations are up-to-standard. Content covers the application, location, installation, performance, testing, and maintenance of premises security, access control, and CCTV systems in all types of buildings. The 2020 edition features extensive updates to account for quickly evolving security system industry knowledge and best practices. NFPA 731 offers the latest provisions for interior, exterior, and secured location intrusion detection systems. Reference the most relevant information on everything from electronic access, video surveillance, and system monitoring to distress alarm systems, asset protection, and testing and inspections. Changes to the 2020 edition include: Alignment of definitions between NFPA 731 and NFPA 730 Revision of Chapter 3 definitions to ensure consistency with NFPA 730 Deletion of certain definitions not used in NFPA 731 Review of SI/metric conversions throughout the document with amended values to better ensure conversion accuracy Removal of the word ‘electronic’ from the title of the document and throughout as NFPA 731 is not limited to electronic security but also provides requirements for both electronic and mechanical means of protection Addition of requirements relative to maintenance and prioritization of repairs New criteria for Power over Ethernet (PoE) equipment and operation Addition of four Annexes extracted from NFPA 730 to provide easier reference and improve clarity: Annex D, Homeland Security Advisory System; Annex E, Critical Infrastructure Protection; Annex F, Special Events; and Annex G, Special Topics

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PDF Pages PDF Title
2 Important Notices and Disclaimers
3 Additional Important Notices and Disclaimers
7 Chapter 1 Administration
1.1 Scope.
1.2 Purpose.
1.3 Application.
1.4 Retroactivity.
8 1.5 Equivalency.
1.6 Units and Formulas.
Chapter 2 Referenced Publications
2.1 General.
2.2 NFPA Publications.
2.3 Other Publications.
9 2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections.
Chapter 3 Definitions
3.1 General.
3.2 NFPA Official Definitions.
3.3 General Definitions.
11 Chapter 4 Fundamentals
4.1 General.
4.2 Equipment.
4.3 Personnel Qualifications.
4.4 Power.
13 4.5 System Functions.
4.6 Installation and Design.
14 4.7 Special Requirements for Low-Power Radio (Wireless) Systems.
15 4.8 Grounding.
4.9 Zoning and Annunciation.
4.10 Software Control.
4.11 Interconnected and Combination Systems.
16 4.12 Documentation and Training.
Chapter 5 Intrusion Detection Systems
5.1 General.
17 5.2 Exterior Space Detection Systems.
5.3 Interior Detection Systems.
18 5.4 Vaults, Safes, ATMs, and Secured Containers.
Chapter 6 Electronic Access Control Systems
6.1 General.
20 6.2 Administration Tools and Interface.
6.3 Network Interface Device.
Chapter 7 Video Surveillance Systems
7.1 General.
7.2 Cameras.
21 7.3 Low-Level Lighting Conditions.
7.4 Enclosures.
7.5 General Hardware and Mounts.
7.6 Lens.
7.7 Physical Conductors.
22 7.8 Radio Frequency (RF). (Reserved)
7.9 Camera Imaging.
7.10 Network Video Recorder (NVR).
Chapter 8 Holdup, Duress, and Ambush Systems
8.1 General.
8.2 Holdup Alarm Systems.
8.3 Duress Alarm Systems.
23 8.4 Ambush Alarm Systems.
Chapter 9 Monitoring Stations
9.1 Application.
9.2 Scope.
9.3 Public Safety Agencies.
24 9.4 Proprietary Monitoring Stations.
9.5 Central Monitoring Stations.
25 9.6 Disposition of Signals.
26 9.7 Transmission and Receiving Technologies.
27 9.8 Record Keeping and Recording.
9.9 Testing and Maintenance Requirements for All Transmission Technologies.
Chapter 10 Testing and Inspections
10.1 Application.
10.2 Impairments.
10.3 General Testing, Inspection, and Maintenance.
28 10.4 System Testing.
10.5 Inspection and Testing Frequency.
10.6 Maintenance.
10.7 Records.
32 Chapter 11 Asset Protection Systems
11.1 General.
11.2 Equipment.
11.3 Power Sources for Asset Protection Systems.
11.4 Antenna.
11.5 Tag.
11.6 Deactivators and Detachers.
11.7 Testing.
Annex A Explanatory Material
52 Annex B Camera Specifications
54 Annex C Camera Selection
55 Annex D Homeland Security Advisory System
62 Annex E Critical Infrastructure Protection
63 Annex F Special Events
65 Annex G Special Topics
89 Annex H Informational References
NFPA 731 2020
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