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Fire Alarms Testing

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Services - Fire Alarms Solutions
Fire Alarms Testing As a minimum you must use qualified engineers to carry out one annual and one bi-annual test and inspection each year.

Our qualified engineers can carry out all of the tests and inspections for you and we recommend that all fire alarm systems are tested at 3 monthly intervals by qualified engineers. The daily and weekly tests can be carried out by your own trained personnel.

BS5839: Part 1: 1988 TESTING AND MAINTENANCE

DAILY INSPECTION

Check that the Charger indicator shows. Inspect for any fault indicator showing or sounder operating. Inform the designated responsible person of any fault.

WEEKLY TEST

Operate a call point or detector to test the system. Ensure that all indicators show by resetting according to the instructions provided with the panel and check that the internal sounder operates. Check that the sounders operate. Reset the fire alarm panel. Each week choose a different zone in rotation, so that way all call points are tested in rotation. Check all call points and detectors and ensure that none are obstructed in any way. Enter results of tests into log book.

QUARTERLY TEST

Check all previous log book entries and clarify that any remedial action has been taken. Check the battery and its connections. Operate a call point or detector in each zone to test the fire alarm as per above. Remove mains supply and check that the battery is capable of supplying the alarm sounders.

ANNUAL TEST

Carry out tests as detailed above. Additionally test all detectors and call points and check for operation.

EVERY 2 - 3 YEARS

Clean smoke detectors to ensure correct operation and freedom from false alarms. Special equipment is required for cleaning smoke detectors.

EVERY 4 YEARS

Replace sealed lead acid batteries.