If the fire alarm system in your building is old or has not been properly maintained, it could be time to consider upgrading it.
There are regulations in place for workplaces and common parts of buildings containing two or more domestic premises, which requires a responsible person to undertake and record a fire risk assessment and put in place and maintain general fire precautions. Part of this responsibility is ensuring any fire safety system is maintained, reliable and up to date.
Here are some factors to consider and some warning signs to alert you:
Non-compliance
If your fire alarm system no longer meets British Standards, it is time to upgrade to a new fully compliant system.
Coverage
Systems that do not have full coverage of key areas do not provide full protection. It may be time to update to a system which offers greater protection.
Frequent False Alarms
If people are used to the alarm going off routinely, it could lead to complacency, meaning people are less likely to react if there is a fire.
No Remote Monitoring
You may wish to upgrade to a system which offers remote monitoring and can alert via apps. Seek advice from a trusted supplier. If considering fire alarms Northamptonshire for example, consider firealarmsystems.co.uk/, who can advise on the benefits of more modern systems.
Components Are Obsolete
If you find components are hard to get hold of when replacements are required, it can become difficult to maintain your system, leaving you vulnerable.
