Keeping Your Commercial Fire Alarm System Working Properly Requires Routine Inspections
Commercial fire alarm systems are designed as a quick-response method to alert you and the occupants of your building of a threat so a safe evacuation can be done. A commercial fire alarm system inspection needs to be performed by specialists who understand how the systems work and know what to look for as far as possible malfunctions. Below is the typical process that is followed to make sure your system is operating correctly. Report Inspection Times to Local Authorities The fire alarm inspectors need to notify your local emergency response team that they will be performing an inspection of your commercial fire alarm system. During the inspection, it will be necessary to test the operation of the alerts and emergency services need to be aware they are not needed to report to the property, that it is a test of the equipment. Two Technicians will Perform Inspection When you schedule the inspection of your commercial fire alarm system, you can expect two technicians to arrive at your property. One of the two will station him or herself by the fire alarm panel and the other will proceed into the interior to test and inspect fire alarm horns, smoke detectors, […]
Read MoreMaintaining Your Commercial Fire Alarm System Is The Only Way To Protect Yourself Against A Fire
Owning a business means you have to protect yourself against the possibility of a fire. A commercial fire alarm system is not only required to be in place, it has to operate properly when needed. Make sure you are maintaining your commercial fire alarm system correctly. Commercial Fire Alarm System Age Once your commercial fire alarm system reaches the age of five years, certain failures or breakdowns become more likely. The environment has a large impact on the different components of these systems. Humidity, temperature and even fluctuations in voltages can impact the parts of your system causing them to malfunction. Systems fifteen years old can still be useful as long as you’ve completed proper maintenance during these years. Systems over twenty years old should be replaced. The chance of a complete system failure at this age is high. Steps to Maintaining Your Commercial Fire Alarm System When it’s time for your commercial fire alarm system to be checked there are five recommended steps. These steps should be performed by professionals who have received proper training otherwise you risk a failure with your system. A failure puts you, your business, and your employees and customers at risk and potentially in […]
Read MoreHave 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 – […]
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