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Have Your Commercial Fire Alarm System Professionally Installed Because Mere Seconds Can Separate Survivors From Fire Victims
As a fire begins to engulf a structure it consumes precious oxygen, makes corridors impassable and blocks routes of escape. Mere seconds can separate survivors from fire victims. A commercial fire alarm system gives business owners the time they need to get everyone out of the business and away from danger. A professionally installed commercial fire alarm system from 1st Alarm is not only a sound affordable investment but can protect your business and your employees. Smolder to raging fire in seconds Many people are surprised to learn that fires can double in size every minute. The heat and smoke generated during the combustion process can cause confusion and fear making evacuation all but impossible. When a heat detector or smoke sensor detects a rapid rise in temperature within their coverage zone, they trigger the alarm. Thus, fire alarm systems are designed to detect a fire early before it has had a chance to engulf rooms and passageways in flames. Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Save the Day Commercial fire alarm systems are designed to sound an alert when they detect the slightest evidence of smoke and heat. This alerts everyone in the immediate vicinity to the presence of a fire […]
Read MoreAn Ounce Of Prevention Is Better Than A Pound Of Cure When It Comes Ensuring Proper Operation Of Your Commercial Fire Alarm System
When commercial fire alarm systems are not properly maintained, they become prone to failures that can cost lives and increase the amount of damage a property can sustain. When it comes to commercial fire alarm operation, an ounce of prevention is most definitely easier than a pound of cure when the only cure involves recovering from massive losses and injuries following a fire. Dirt and dust are commercial fire alarm systems worst enemies Dirty smoke detectors and clogged sensors are responsible for a significant number of commercial fire alarm systems failures. Dirt, dust, insect remains, and lint can build up within a smoke detector and can lead to false alarms, or when a fire erupts can slow response time or lead to a total system failure. Commercial fire alarm systems versus high ceilings High ceilings create the space needed to do business. However, the height of these rooms can create significant time for air to cool before it reaches the smoke and heat sensors. This means that a fire can burn and smolder for a longer time before it is detected which increases the likelihood of catastrophic damage. Regular maintenance and inspections ensure that the sensors are properly placed and […]
Read MoreYour Need A Commercial Fire Alarm System That You Can Depend On To Protect You, Your Employees, Your Customers And Your Business
Your business represents your livelihood and the long term security of you, your family and your employees. You need a commercial fire alarm system you can depend on to keep everything safe and secure. Commercial fire alarm systems provide virtually instantaneous notification that there is a fire event occurring. When the system detects evidence of a fire, it notifies everyone within the structure and sends out an automatic notification to emergency responders. A commercial system can be activated automatically or manually which provides a solid layer of protection 24 hours a day. A professionally monitored commercial fire alarm system means that personnel in an off-site location can make an assessment as to the situation and initiate the most appropriate response. This provides considerable protection both during regular hours of operation and long after the business has closed its doors for the day. Commercial systems also offer a wide variety of notification options including speakers and strobe lights. These multiple notification methods provide ample warning to everyone in the property, including those who are hearing or visually impaired. Put Your Trust in 1st Alarm, the most Reliable Commercial Fire Alarm System Design, Installation, Testing and Monitoring Company in your area – […]
Read MoreTesting And Inspections Are Necessary To Ensure Your Commercial Fire Alarm System Functions Properly When Needed
The testing and inspection requirements for a commercial fire alarm system are set forth by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA-72). Testing does more than just allowing a business to stay in business. It ensures that your commercial fire alarm system will function properly when needed if and when a fire threat is present. NFPA standards establish regulations regarding each testing and inspection requirements for a commercial fire alarm system. Failing to adhere to these standards can have serious consequences including revocation of certificate of occupancy, cancellation of insurance policies, denial of claims, and exposure to both civil and criminal liability if a fire breaks out. Perhaps just as important is the potential for property damage, personal injuries, or wrongful deaths. Testing requirements for your commercial fire alarm system For a commercial fire alarm system connected to a supervising station, testing must be performed for all of the fire alarm system functions, fuses, interfaces, lamps/LEDs, power supplies, and transponders on an annual basis. These testing requirements also include batteries, fiber-optic power cables, control units, and annunciators. For a commercial fire alarm system that is not connected to a supervising station, testing must be performed for the fire alarm system functions, […]
Read MoreThe Only Way To Ensure Your Commercial Fire Alarm System Is In Proper Working Order Is To Properly Accomplish Maintenance, Testing and Inspection
Installing a commercial fire alarm system in your business is a significant investment. As with any major business investment it is critical that it is in proper working order each and every day. The only way to achieve this level of performance and reliability is to have it properly maintained, inspected and tested. Maintenance Don’t trust the maintenance of your commercial fire alarm system to inexperienced personnel. An untrained individual may overlook important details. Put your trust in knowledgeable and qualified service people to maintain your alarm system in a way that will protect your employees and building assets. Testing Prior to conducting fire alarm system testing make sure you notify your employees or others in the building. This will help to avoid confusion during a test as well as in an actual emergency. Don’t trust the testing of your commercial fire alarm system to anyone. Put your trust in knowledgeable and qualified service people to test your commercial fire alarm system in a way that will protect your employees and building assets. Inspections Your commercial fire alarm system should be inspected when it is installed and then at periodic and regular intervals as long as you have the system. […]
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