Can the instruments and valves on the fire protection water pipes in chemical plants be connected to the DCS system?

In theory, the instruments and valves on the fire protection water pipelines in chemical plants can be connected to a DCS system, in order to enable more centralized and automated monitoring and management. However, fire protection systems are generally recommended to operate independently of process control systems to ensure that their reliability and independence are not compromised in emergency situations. Whether it can pass the fire safety inspection after being connected to the fire protection system depends on the local fire safety regulations, as different areas may have varying requirements. There are usually specific fire protection system codes and standards, such as the various fire-related codes provided by NFPA (the National Fire Protection Association in the United States). Therefore, although it is technically feasible, whether to implement it should be determined by referring to relevant fire safety regulations and in consultation with the local fire department, to ensure compliance with all applicable safety requirements. .

The code document \"Code for Design of Automatic Fire Alarm Systems\" (GB50116-2013) does not explicitly require that automatic fire alarm systems be completely independent of process control systems such as DCS, but it emphasizes the independence and reliability of their functions.

Let the fire protection system earn some money by sending signals to the DCS, or by adding a 1:2 safety barrier on site

Fire protection should have a separate fire control room, right?