Fire Alarms

To keep a fire detection system in good working order, it should be subject to a routine maintenance programme in accordance with British Standards (BS 5839:2002). Over the course of a year, every detector in the system should be functionally tested at least once, using the appropriate equipment.

We install, inspect, test and maintain fire alarm systems in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations and British Standards BS 5839:2002.
Fire Alarm Maintenance

The regulations recommend that during the periodic inspection, the following items are checked and recorded:-

  • The system log book should be examined to ensure that recorded faults have been rectified
  • A visual inspection of the building structure and occupancy level should be verified in order to ascertain compliance
  • The standby batteries should be disconnected, inspected and load tested
  • The output functions of the control panel should be verified via the operation of one detection device per circuit
  • The operation of all sounders should be verified, sound pressure levels being measured upon appointment of a new servicing organisation
  • All controls and visual indicators should be energised
  • Each automatic fire detector and manual call point should be tested over a 12 month period
  • Upon completion, a service certificate should be issued to the responsible person

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    SOLO - Testifire

    We only use the latest devices in maintaining your Fire Alarm System, because of this Enliven Fire has invested in this new technology and in the use of the Testifire and CellChecker.

    Testifire is the world's first multi-stimulus detector tester for smoke, heat and CO fire detectors. A significant breakthrough in technology, it enables faster and more efficient testing of single and multi-sensor detectors. Testifire includes an array of advanced and intelligent features that change traditional approaches to detector testing.

    By choosing this product as our main means of carrying out functional tests, it elimates the use of pressurized aerosols to test your Fire Alarm system and therfore addresses any concerns you may have over global warming and the use of Volatile Organic Compounds while testing Fire Alarm Systems.

     

    Portable Appliance Testing

    The Health & Safety Executive states that 25% of all reportable electrical accidents involve portable appliances. The Electricity at Work Regulations place a legal responsibility on employers, employees and self-employed persons to comply with the provisions of the regulations and take reasonably practicable steps to ensure that no danger results from the use of such equipment. This in effect requires the implementation of a systematic and regular program of maintenance, inspection and testing. The Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) places a clear responsibility on both occupiers of premises and employers to ensure that the workplace is maintained in a safe condition to protect employees, visitors, trainees, guests and cleaners from danger.

    Who is responsible?
    The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) requires, every employer to ensure that work equipment is suitable for the purpose for which it is provided, only used in the place and under the provisions for which it is provided. It also requires every employer to ensure work equipment be efficiently maintained and kept fit and suitable for its intended purpose. It must not be allowed to deteriorate in function or performance to such a level that it puts people at risk. This means that regular, routine and planned maintenance regimes must be considered if hazardous problems can arise.

    Fire Safety - Don't Overload Plugs and Sockets

     

    Emergency Lighting

    We install, inspect, test and maintain emergency / escape light systems in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations and British Standards BS 5266-1:2005 and BS 5266-8:2004.
     
    Daily

  • Indicators of central power supply should be visually inspected for correct operation


    • Monthly

  • Each luminaire should be switched into emergency mode to ensure operation of each lamp
  • Each luminaire should be returned to normal mode ensuring that mains indicators are energised


    • Annually

  • The above monthly inspections should be carried out plus the following additional tests:-
  • Each luminaire should be tested for its full rated duration
  • The charging arrangements should be checked for proper functions
  • The date of the test should be recorded in the ‘system log book’
  • A certificate of inspection and testing shall be issued to the responsible person
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    Disabled Refuge Communications

    We can Design, Install and maintain your Disabled Refuge Communications System.

    When we install a system we use the SigTEL which is a hard-wired emergency telephone system designed to help firefighters and emergency personnel communicate fast and effectively in large and complex sites. It is highly reliable and extremely simple to use, the system meets and exceeds the requirements of BS5839 part 9 (Emergency Voice Communication Systems). SigTEL's unparalleled flexibility makes it suitable for use in many other emergency voice communication applications, including disabled refuge systems and stadium marshalling systems.

    Ideal for hotels, shopping malls, office blocks, transport terminals, banks, sports stadia, entertainment complexes, auditoria and anywhere else with a fire control room.
    Disabled Refuge Communication Systems