Do you have a fire alarm system in your business? If not, it is important that you know the employer is responsible for the safety of their employees when it comes to fire. It is crucial that each business has a suitable fire alarm system in place to ensure all possible safety precautions are taken.
Under the UK fire alarm regulations, it is stated that all business premises must have an appropriate fire detection system. However, in premises which are small enough for everyone to see a fire instantly, it may not be necessary. Be sure to take make a fire risk assessment prior to deciding whether or not you should have a fire alarm.
After your fire risk assessment, if you think your business does need a fire alarm system, you can choose form the following list of fire alarm systems for businesses.
Conventional Fire Alarms
Conventional fire alarms are the most popular type of fire alarm system for businesses. These systems will identify the exact location of a fire by dividing your premises into different zones. This type of fire alarm system is budget-friendly and best for smaller businesses that have clear visibility and access and where fire detection needs to be limited to a few rooms.
Wireless Fire Alarms
This type of wireless fire alarm works using a link between the fire alarm panel and the sensors. This type of fire alarm system works best for businesses who want quick and non-disruptive installation and do not want a lot of wires/cables hanging around.
Addressable Fire Alarms
Addressable fire alarms are best suited to larger workplaces that have a higher risk of fire. Unlike conventional systems, if one of the panels installed with an addressable fire alarm system activates, you will be able to see exactly where the fire is. This allows for faster response times in an emergency and can make maintenance issues easier to identify, minimising system downtime and maintenance costs. Addressable systems are also easier to expand and reconfigure, allowing them to adapt to changing building needs.
Here at IDS Security, we install all three different types of fire alarm systems for businesses - and have done so for over 20 years! We are experts in this field, so if you would like to find out more, click the button below to get in touch with us!
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