CAN/ULC-S1001 integrated systems testing verifies the operation of connected fire protection and life safety systems. Preparation includes the coordinator’s appointment, confirmed sequences of operation, prerequisite system testing and a procedure for recording deficiencies and retests.
Who coordinates integrated testing in BC?
EGBC’s 2024 practice advisory states that the integrated testing coordinator must be a registered professional: an appropriately qualified architect or engineering professional. For engineering registrants, it also explains the coordinating registered professional’s responsibility for coordinating and integrating functional testing. A supporting professional can act as the testing coordinator without removing the CRP’s coordination responsibility.
The advisory distinguishes coordination from the people carrying out individual tests. Training and certification requirements are considered alongside the professional qualifications required in the project jurisdiction. Appointments elsewhere in Canada follow the applicable legislation, adopted standards and contract requirements.
System interfaces and test scenarios
The interface register identifies each relevant initiating event and the intended response in other systems. Examples to examine include alarm signals, door releases, ventilation actions, elevator functions and emergency-power interfaces, where present. The responsible designers confirm the intended sequences before testing.
For every interface, identify the responsible trade, required observer, method of initiating the condition and evidence needed to demonstrate the response. Record dependencies that could prevent a complete test, such as unavailable equipment, unfinished programming or unresolved design changes.
Owner readiness checklist
- Confirm the coordinator’s appointment and the roles of relevant professionals.
- Provide current drawings, sequences, equipment information and previous testing records.
- Confirm prerequisite individual-system inspections, acceptance tests and verifications.
- Arrange access, specialist attendance and safe management of affected building operations.
- Define how failures, corrections and retests will be recorded.
- Assign responsibility for the final report and future testing records.
Deficiencies, retesting and closeout
If an interface fails, record the observed result and refer the issue to the responsible party. After correction, retain evidence of the relevant retest. The retest record demonstrates whether the corrected interface performs as required.
Owners should also obtain the plan and records needed for ongoing testing and future alterations. EGBC’s advisory discusses initial and recurring testing and the role of the fire authority for existing buildings. The ongoing schedule follows the requirements applicable to the building and its operation.
What is the difference from commissioning?
Commissioning can cover a broader range of building performance objectives. Integrated fire and life-safety testing specifically examines the required relationships between systems. Define both scopes in procurement so overlapping work is coordinated and required interfaces are not omitted.
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Technical references
- EGBC: Integrated Systems Testing practice advisory, v1.0 (2024)
- UL Solutions: Integrated Systems Testing Program
References reviewed October 23, 2026. Project requirements depend on the applicable code edition, jurisdiction and scope of work.