Services by Shield Fire — Trusted Fire Protection.
From annual sprinkler inspections to backflow testing and fire pump service — we cover every system in your building.
Wet Systems
NFPA 25The most common sprinkler system type. Water is held under pressure and releases immediately when a head detects fire heat. Reliable, simple, and effective for most buildings.
Frequency
Annual testing; monthly inspection recommended
Dry Systems
NFPA 25Used in areas prone to freezing — warehouses, parkades, unheated spaces. The system is pressurized with air (35–40 lbs) rather than water, which only fills the pipes when a head activates.
Frequency
Annual testing; monthly inspection recommended; full trip every 3 years
Preaction / Deluge
NFPA 25Specialized systems for sensitive or high-hazard environments — server rooms, hospital operating rooms, data centres. Requires a confirmed fire event before water is released.
Frequency
Annual testing
Foam Systems
NFPA 11Designed for aircraft hangars and facilities with flammable liquid hazards. Suppresses fires by smothering the fuel source with foam, preventing re-ignition.
Frequency
Annual purity testing
Electric / Diesel Fire Pumps
NFPA 25The heart of many fire suppression systems. Fire pumps maintain the pressure required for system performance and must be run and tested on a regular schedule to ensure they work when needed.
Frequency
Annual capacity test; weekly or monthly run minimum 10 minutes
Backflow Valves
City of Winnipeg Backflow Preventor OfficePrevent potentially contaminated water from flowing back into the municipal supply. The City of Winnipeg issues violation notices for untested backflow devices — annual testing is required and enforced.
Frequency
Annual testing required by City of Winnipeg
Hose Valve Inspections
NFPA 25Found in most residential and commercial buildings. Class I, II, and III hose valves each have their own inspection frequency requirements based on their classification and use.
Frequency
Class I & III: annually; Class II: every 3 years
Fire Alarm Testing
CAN/ULC-536:2019Complete inspection and testing of fire alarm panels and all connected devices — pulls, smoke detectors, heat detectors, bells, and strobes. Completed to current Canadian standards.
Frequency
Annual testing
Fire Damper Testing
NFPA 80Fire dampers in ductwork prevent the spread of fire and smoke through HVAC systems to other areas of a building. Must be inspected and tested on a schedule per NFPA 80.
Frequency
Per NFPA 80 schedule
Fire Extinguisher Inspections
NFPA 10 & 25Inspection, tagging, and certification of all portable fire extinguishers throughout your facility. Ensures every unit is charged, unobstructed, and ready for use.
Frequency
Annual inspection
Emergency Lighting Inspections
Building Code Article 6.7.16Ensures exit signs and emergency lighting provide adequate illumination during power outages. Required for safe egress in all commercial and multi-residential buildings.
Frequency
Annual inspection
Inspection Frequency Schedule
A complete reference for building managers. All frequencies are per NFPA 25 and applicable Canadian standards unless otherwise noted.
Not sure what your building requires? Call us at (204) 555-0100 — we'll walk you through it.
Not sure what you need?
We'll help you figure out which systems require inspection and put together a plan that keeps you compliant without the guesswork.