Alarm wiring shall not be run in the same conduit as Class I power lines. Standard wire shall be fastened to terminals by means of damping terminals or shall be made using spade lugs. All splices shall be made secure to prevent damage from compression, pulling apart, or from strain on the wire conductors. Each system is to be tested completely after installation. Such testing is to include circuit readings and complete operational tests of each component and complete signal tests to the central station.
Test is to include operation on backup power.
Users of alarm systems are to be thoroughly instructed verbally and in writing in the operation of all equipment and procedures to be followed in the event of an accidental alarm. All wire and cable for fire alarm systems, induding residential shall be installed in accordance with NFPA-72, current edition , and shall be UL Listed for the use. When local or state codes provide for more stringent requirements they shall be complied with in all elements. Any system installed in accordance with UL specifications shall be considered acceptable under these standards. Responding authorities shall be notified in writing of each new installation.