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  1. S

    CO alarm

    Boiler in airing cupboard upstairs, gas appliance in kitchen. Does this mean I need to install CO alarms at both locations or just 1? if both, do they have to be interlinked? Guessing I wouldn't be expected to install in airing cupboard so outside airing cupboard door on landing??? Thanks in...
  2. A

    Fire Alarms

    Hi again, looking for fire alarms now. only ever done 1 house and it was aico with a 10year lithium backup we fitted. they look quite pricey, see they do a normal alkaline backup version too. do you guys think paying the extra for the lithium is good value? i'm guessing year 10 years the cost of...
  3. S

    Smoke, heat and carbon alarms in rented accomodation.

    Hi all, I am trying to get my head around the current regs regarding smoke heat carbon alarms in rented properties. for eg could I install.... mains powered c/w battery back up from the upstairs lights, same from the downstairs lights but both are radio-interlinked so both smoke alarms sound...
  4. K

    Need some advice on "linked" 240v smoke alarms

    My daughter needs to get 240v linked smoke alarms fitted, 2 storey house, as it's fully decorated, my questions are: Can they be linked to the lighting circuit on each floor Any advice on what make Can they be linked together without being hard wired to each other I will be getting a spark to...
  5. F

    Alarms, CCTV and Security Systems access to this section

    hi i was wondering if there is any chance to gain access to Alarms, CCTV and Security Systems as i need more specifc information on training.cheers
  6. M

    Few easy ones, domestic dwellings, smoke alarms, kitchens.

    So just to clear a few things up, I work with 10 sparks, all have different answers to these questions. 1. When upgrading a fuse board is it mandatory to upgrade the gas/water bonding to 10mm 2. When upgrading a fuse board is it mandatory to install smoke alarms? 3. When rewiring / new build...
  7. J

    1st and 2nd fix costs Northern Ireland (Full Installation)

    I have all the chasing done and back boxes set, coaxial in, and Earthing rod installed outside. I would like to know how much individually for 1st and 2nd fix for 20 doubles, 12 switches, 13 ceiling lights, 4 wall lights, immersion heater, electric shower, cables for 3 PIRs, two phone points...
  8. S

    CCTV/Intruder alarms.

    Hi all. Considering going into CCTV/Intruder alarms. (All looks good on the CV). I've had experience installing both types in the past for friends/family etc. I can't find any C&G quallies relating to it. Are there any industry standard quallies i need to be able to advertise as an installer...
  9. A

    HMO Smoke alarms?

    Hello Everyone A landlord recently asked me if I could carry out smoke alarm testing. When I asked her to go into more detail she just said the smoke alarms needed testing in one of her 'HMO' Properties (House in multiple occupation). This was all I could get out of her. When I went to take a...
  10. G

    Gemini Advanced Microprocessor Control home alarm

    Hi, I've just moved into a 1900 house with an existing home alarm. It says on the box that it's a Gemini Advanced Microprocessor Control. I don't have the manual but would like to change the code. The previous owners didn't know the code either. Is there an online manual or a way of changing...
  11. A

    Heat Alarm Wiring

    Hi folks, Just had a rewire done but subsequently had to replace two ceilings which meant an electrician removing my heat alarm from the ceiling. I'm looking to reconnect it now and don't want to waste a day waiting for the electrician to come back out but unsure of the wiring terminations and...
  12. J

    Plugged in burglar alarm

    Does anyone know if there are any regulations when it comes to plugged in burglar alarms to prevent them being pulled out accidentally. Someone told me in the US they have brackets to avoid it happening but couldn't see anything in the UK. Thanks all.
  13. L

    Good Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Alarm

    Hi, I am planning a house renovation and need to improve the fire alarms in the house to comply with Building Control: - heat detector in the kitchen and linked smoke alarms throughout the house. - Install a mist system on the ground floor risk area. I would be grateful if you could recommend...
  14. HappyHippyDad

    LD3 or LD2 protection (smoke alarms)?

    Evening all.. I am currently doing a medium size refurbishment on a 3 storey house. The property has no smoke alarms at present. I am unsure if I am required to give 'minimun protection LD3 or additional protection LD2'? I have sought some guidance from BS 5839-6:2013 but am none the wiser...
  15. S

    smoke alarms

    HI Everybody ! what is the correct minimal distance from doorway and wall for smoke alarm? is it 300mm from wall, door and any light fitting ? Just working on loft conversion , no fire doors so fire alarm in every bedroom needed! just wonder about positioning. thanks
  16. L

    Access to the alarms section

    As the title says how do I get access to the alarm/cctv section
  17. D

    Fire alarms and certification

    Hi all I have been contacted by a hairdressers who needs a few sockets an light switchs moving due to knocking wall down. But also there is a fire alarm panel, alarm button, and a siren to move. The panel is a mag4 wired with fp200. I will need to disconnect cables as they run through a door...
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    looking to do a course to enable me to install and commision fire alarms

    hi all im looking to do a course so I can commission fire alarms, just want a point in the right direction really I have my own electrical business s looking to move into the fire sector wheres the best place to do this? I assume il have to do some sort of course to enable me to do this...
  19. A

    Isolation of smoke alarms?

    So i've spent most of today with my head in my hands whilst attempting course work. Long story short i stumbled across section B1.19 of the Building Regulations which states: 'The mains supply to the smoke alarm(s) should comprise a single independent circuit at the dwellinghouse's main...
  20. amlu

    interconnecting wired and wireless smoke alarms

    Hi, do you have some experience with fire/smoke alarms that would have an option for part of install to be linked up with cable, and part by radio bases? like that- alarm----cable----alarm----cable-----wireless alarm (radio link) wireless alarm (radio link) wireless alarm...

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