Fire Alarms draft

Yes, fire alarms are a legal requirement. All commercial and non-domestic premises must install and maintain a suitable fire detection and fire alarm system under the appropriate fire safety legislation across the UK.

It is important to work with a fire alarm company that knows the proper and legal fire safety codes and regulations.

There are two main types of fire alarm systems: Conventional and Addressable. They both work in more or less the same way but are wired slightly differently.

• Conventional systems have zones, which are essentially just circuits, and there is a different wire for each device that individually connect to the fire alarm control panel. Conventional fire alarms are the original fire alarms that first came to market.

• Addressable fire alarms are newer and more advanced, as there is just one wire that connects all the devices to one control panel. The main benefit is addressable fire alarms can give more
precise location information if the alarm is triggered by smoke or fire. They allow for more control and flexibility, and are generally safer due to their accuracy so fire responders can extinguish the fire as soon as possible.

When the detector senses smoke, flames, heat or gases like carbon dioxide, or someone pushes a manual fire alarm, the alarm will sound to warn others of the fire and to evacuate. Commercial fire alarms should also connect to a sprinkler system and other commercial fire suppression systems. Constant fire alarm maintenance monitoring of the detectors and alarm
systems is crucial for the best fire safety measures. When the alarm is triggered, the monitoring centre is immediately notified and can then verify if there is a genuine fire and risk, or if it is a false one. We provide both fire alarm maintenance, emergency maintenance, and fire alarm
repairs with our fire safety systems. Commercial properties should already have CCTV for security efforts, which can help in identifying the fire alarm and be used by monitoring centres for verification to avoid false alarms.

Fire alarm systems are essential in a commercial property is to ensure the safety of your property and anyone inside, and particularly when the property is unattended. If a fire breaks out when the property is empty, no one will find out until the damage has already been done.
Fire alarm monitoring guarantees that no alarm goes unheard or unattended and that instant action is taken, as your property is monitored 24/7. It is important to monitor your property during a fire so that fire responders can take immediate action

Regardless of how big or small your houseor business is, it is always important to have a good fire alarm system in place. A fire can have a colossal impact on people’s lives, and
overcoming the losses from fire damage or even personal injury can be a huge challenge. It is always best to have safety and security measures in place, with early fire and smoke detection,
quick response time, cost minimization and avoiding smoke inhalation, to avoid these incidents from taking place and having a detrimental impact. An effective, functioning fire alarm system is crucial for residential and commercial properties.

When looking for a smoke alarm, it is important to consider the following:

• Is the alarm multifunctional?
Multifunctional alarms can detect smoke particles, flames, and carbon monoxide.

• Is it a smart alarm?
Smart smoke alarms can send alerts to mobile devices if an alarm sounds, especially useful when you are not in the property. They can communicate with other smart alarms in the property, so you know exactly where the fire is when an alarm is triggered.

• Backup power?
It is important to make sure your smoke alarm has backup power so if your property’s power goes out, you still know if there is a fire or smoke emergency.

Fire alarm installation is straightforward and efficient. Time and cost can differ
depending on the type and size of your property. Our wide range of fire alarm systems will help to protect your property and give you peace of mind, whatever your circumstances. If your alarm is triggered, our UK-based receiving centre is alerted within seconds and will spring to action to help protect you. We also conduct fire alarm maintenance and fire alarm repairs following installation.