Bristol, UK- Fire Alarm Systems Discussed by Elite Fire & security

Fire Alarm Systems vary in what they do when they detect, heat, smoke or fire and at Elite Fire & Security we understand it can be a lot to think about and consider, so we have put together everything you need to know.

What is a fire alarm?

A fire alarm is a device which makes a loud noise giving warning of heat, smoke or fire.

What is a fire alarm system?

A fire alarm system has a number of integral applications working together to offer automatic detection when there is smoke, fire or carbon monoxide and subsequently warn people through visual lights and audio alarms. Alarms can include motorized bells, mountable sounders, horns and light systems.

What is the principle of a fire alarm?

Most fire systems have the same principle; warning people in and around a building if there is heat, smoke or fire detected or if the fire alarm emergency glass unit has been broken, warning them to evacuate. Fire systems can do more than this and it depends how sophisticated the system is if it does anything else.

Why would you have a fire alarm system?

A combination of heat and smoke detection alerts building occupants of smoke, heat and fire through sirens, bells, and warning lights to give them time to evacuate safely.

Do you have to have a fire system if you are a business?

The UK fire alarm regulations state that all business premises must have ‘an appropriate fire detection system' to ensure that if there is a fire, it can be easily detected and all occupants are warned and able to evacuate quickly and safely.

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Should I have a fire alarm system in my business?

All businesses must have a designated ‘Responsible Person' who is responsible for making sure that anything set out in a fire risk document is carried out and all necessary action is taken to prevent fires, injury or death if a fire happens. All businesses must complete a fire assessment as part of their Health & Safety requirements and it must be documented when the business employs more than 4 people.

Not all businesses will need a full fire alarm system, however, a domestic fire alarm and carbon monoxide detector can easily be fitted by yourself if it is not a legal requirement to have a full system installed.

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 details everything you need to know as a business in regards to fire safety, it is a lengthy document which a good fire assessment company will explain the main points and considerations for you and your business.

We offer a free, no-obligation site assessment and quotation service. We offer professional and cost-effective fire protection and smoke detection that you can trust. Contact us today on 0117 453 0600 and one of our experts will be able to answer any questions you may have or book your free fire site assessment survey.

You can find out everything you need to know here: elitefiresecurity.co.uk/fire-alarm-systems/