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Water Failure Shut-off Valves & Leak Alarms – Documentation Package for Properties and Plumbing

Establish a clear routine for documenting water failure shut-off valves, leak shut-off valves, water sensors, and water alarms. The templates help property owners, housing cooperatives, plumbing managers, and property managers monitor devices, ensure inspections are carried out according to the manufacturer's instructions, and record alarm events, deviations, work orders, and costs.

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The Excel Tool – Nine Tabs

Dashboard: formula-driven key metrics for the number of devices, inspections, active alarms, open deviations, ongoing actions, and costs including VAT. Devices: unique identifier, location, type, and responsible party. Inspections: method reference and actual results. Alarm Events: date and time, code, and recipient. Deviations: responsible party and action status. Actions: service order and verification. Costs: calculated total. Photo Log: references to documents and images. Read Me: instructions and legal sources.

How to Use the Package

1. Record installed devices with unique ID numbers and link the manual, model, and protected area.
2. Document functional checks using only the manufacturer's approved methods and appropriate expertise. Write "not assessed" if the inspection lacks reliable supporting information.
3. Log actual alarms, affected areas, contacted persons, and risk assessments.
4. In the event of a leak or fault: follow the property's safety procedures and order the necessary professional service.
5. Archive follow-up records, certificates, receipts, and documented decisions in a continuous register.

Legal and Important Limitations

Boverket's BFS 2024:8, Chapter 8, Section 2, addresses features that limit water leakage or its damaging effects in applicable situations. According to Chapter 8, Section 9, adequate shut-off options must be available for domestic water systems, taking into account the building's use. Which rules apply to new construction, alterations, or older buildings must be assessed individually.

The industry rules for Safe Water Installation 2026:1 set requirements for active protection in certain installation situations, such as a moisture sensor connected to a leak shut-off valve, water failure shut-off valve, or water alarm. These are industry rules, not a general statement that every old building must have new equipment retrofitted. Säker Vatten specifies CR 139 for the approval of these products according to their industry requirements.

This template is not a technical testing method, installation certificate, or official form. It does not provide instructions for manipulating pressurized water, shut-off valves, electrical systems, sensors, or water flow. No universal testing intervals are guaranteed: follow the current manufacturer's manual, risk assessment, supplier recommendations, and any contractual requirements. No external legal or plumbing expert review is included.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a water failure shut-off valve and a water alarm?

A water failure shut-off valve is normally intended to identify abnormal water usage and shut off the water supply, while a water alarm may be intended only to signal when water is detected. The function of the product in question must be checked in the manual.

Can the template be used by a housing cooperative?

Yes, for the organized registration and monitoring of installations in common areas and other documented protection zones.

Is it mandatory to check sensors every month?

There is no general interval that this package claims applies to all systems. Inspections should be carried out according to the manufacturer's instructions and locally established routines.

Is the Excel file ready to use?

Yes. It contains nine tabs, formula-driven summaries, and certain status lists. The files are delivered without fabricated test data.

Can an internal check replace professional service?

No. In cases of uncertain function or risk, competent assistance and documented decisions are required.

Legal Sources and Supplementary Templates

Boverket BFS 2024:8 · Industry Rules for Safe Water Installation 2026:1 · Säker Vatten: active and passive protection · PBL (2010:900), Chapter 8, Section 14. See also Moisture Safety Plan and Moisture Trace.

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