Why knowing how to maintain fire alarm system compliance protects lives A fire alarm can only save lives if it works correctly. That means understanding how to maintain fire alarm system performance consistently throughout the year — not only at service time. Maintenance is a shared responsibility between the Responsible Person and a competent fire alarm contractor. How to maintain fire alarm system weekly (user checks) Every week you must: activate a different manual call po

Why a fire risk assessor inspection is required for every workplace Every commercial property in the UK must undergo a fire risk assessor inspection to ensure fire safety regulations are met. The Responsible Person is legally required to identify risks, provide suitable fire protection measures, and demonstrate effective fire risk management. A qualified assessor examines both the physical building and the safety management processes to confirm that people can detect a fire a

Understanding how much fire alarm system cost in commercial buildings One of the first questions business owners ask when planning a fire alarm upgrade is: how much fire alarm system cost in the UK? Fire detection is a legal requirement under the Fire Safety Order — but it remains a significant investment that must be budgeted properly. System pricing varies widely depending on building size, risk level and BS 5839 system category. The goal is not just to comply with the law