Why must I have a Zone Plan? Do I need a Zone Plan? Yes, most definitely. The British Standard for Fire Alarm systems in commercial premises BS5839 part 1 2017 states that there must be a Zone Plan located adjacent to the Fire Alarm Panel or CIE (Control and Indicating Equipment). This is mandatory regardless …
Fire Alarm Certificate Below is an example of a London Fire Alarms Inspection & Servicing Report (Fire Alarm Certificate). It has been designed to make life easier for our customers by helping them to easily identify what actions, if any, are necessary to comply with the British Standard BS5839 Part 1 2017. Our customers will …
The Law regarding Fire Alarm System Maintenance (Simplified) Fire Safety Laws in England and Wales require a proper system of Maintenance to be in place. If a Fire Alarm System is deemed necessary then a proper system of maintenance is required, otherwise the user would be in breach of The Law and liable for …
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Check if you are ‘The Responsible Person’ in a Workplace The following is based on ‘Understanding legislation’ from Gov.uk A workplace means any premises or parts of premises used by an employer and made available to their employees as a place of work. It includes but may not be limited to: rooms lobby areas …
The Legal Duty of The Responsible Person FIRE SAFETY in England and Wales is governed by Law under ‘The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Under ‘Article 3’ of this Law, every ‘Workplace’ must have a designated ‘Responsible Person’ who is responsible to ensure that All necessary measures are in place to;- To prevent Fires …
Who is a ‘Competent Person’ ? In order that The Fire Alarm System is properly maintained and so satisfy the legal requirements, a maintenance service agreement should be in place which should include provision for emergency call outs, so that any faults on the system may be attended to within 8 hours, The Fire Alarm …
