fire alarm

  1. T

    Exit fire alarm call point

    We have a door that will be in normal use but is designated as a fire exit, however, there are all glass windows site managers that think they know it all has said "can't it go on the wall some three meters to the left" even if building control accept it I don't think it would comply with the...
  2. Sparky10

    is a Fire alarm system required?

    Hi All, I've been asked by a friend of mine if they require a fire alarm system within a building they have just purchased. It is a building with 9 flats within across 4 floors, and was wondering what regulation they need to comply with and if they need a fire alarm system installed or not...
  3. Markc

    New build dwelling >200mt/2 fire alarm

    Hi all We have been invited to tender for a new build dwelling, two storey with a ground floor of 240mt/2. My understanding of Part B is the property will require a Grade B-LD3 fire alarm system. My tender allowed for a LD2 to include high risk areas, kitchen and living room (wood burner) The...
  4. L

    Fire alarm cabling student accommodation

    hi all! I’m working on a new build student accommodation block wiring for fire alarm. I have been instructed to use perforated banding as containment across the stud walls above the ceilings as they won’t allow us to put any containment up. Now this to me feels a bit dog rough. Can anybody...
  5. Pete999

    Fire Alarm question.

    Just been thinking, my Lad does some maintenance for a Charity outfit, mainly Fire Alarm testing. Now the Charity occupy a unit, 2 stories, adjoined to about 6 other similar units, but basically all one building, the unit in question has it's own F/A install, not linked to any of the other...
  6. M

    Fire Alarm

    Can an conventional fire alarm system be used in conjunction with a elevator. Or does it need to be an addressable system.
  7. loplug

    fire alarm and emergancy lighting

    thinking of doing the following courses. NICEIC Fire Detection & Fire Alarm Systems NICEIC Emergency Lighting Fundamentals Has any one any experience of these courses. thinking of doing them because on occasion I install fire alarms and emergency lighting, but I have no qualifications in these...
  8. D

    Fire alarm wiring -Twin wire converted to addressable system

    At the moment this block of 9 flats has a Twin Wire system with communal areas wired and one detector in each flat . I have been asked the possibility of fitting a addressable type system but using the same cables. This is to identify the flat where the alarm has triggered. The addressable...
  9. S

    New member needs help, security/ fire alarm installers, maintenance/servicing

    Hi everyone hoping someone can point me in the right direction i have recently been approached by one of my clients who has a fire and security company that charges them a monthly subscription for ongoing servicing and maintenance, the client now wishes to use us and are looking for what we will...
  10. Bob Geldoff1234

    Would you replace a 25 year old fire alarm panel if still working?

    Have there been any major changes in fire alarm systems in the past 25 years? The reason i ask is i have just had a customer on the phone that is saying that the company who service the fire alarm system for a church hall says that the panel must be replaced as it's 25 years old. Now as far as...
  11. M

    Fire Alarm Compatibility Question?

    Guys firstly i don't do a whole lot with fire alarms, i do the odd basic one here and there. When i have done systems, i always use the same manufacturer/Model throughout the system. A mate has asked if i can add an extra sensor, sounder (preferably combined) and call point to an existing...
  12. B

    Fike twinflex fire alarm install

    hi guys I’ve just installed a Fike twinflex, last fire system I done was a few years ago now. And I didn’t need a laptop to Commission, I’ve just finshed it all and ready to Commission but the manual says I need a laptop with File software is this right??? I don’t really want to do another...
  13. N

    Fire alarm detector help....

    Hi guys, I'm hoping one of you will be able to help me with this, i have had a client send me a couple of picture of existing detectors that need changing and for the life of me i cannot remember what make/model they are! Thanks Again!!
  14. Mattsparks

    Fire Alarm MCP (Manual call Point) requirements

    There seems to be a lot of confusion around at the moment as some engineers are flagging up a non-conformity which i had previously never thought about. Basically I've been sent to a few jobs where its been recommended that an MCP is put on the exit gate to a loading yard? Yes i suppose this is...
  15. S

    Fire alarm supply....

    Hi all please help. If you was to use galv conduit all the way from the board to the isolator next to the fire alarm panel. does the cable still need to be something like a fp200 or is normal singles ok to use ??
  16. D

    Fire alarm regs for re-wires.

    Can anyone clarify whether it's mandatory to install a wired interlinked smoke alarm in a fully refurbished house? There is a wall coming out between the kitchen and dining room with new patio doors leading outside. I'm led to believe that a fire alarm is only mandatory if the escape routes are...
  17. S

    Fire alarm

    hi all any help would be appreciated. Been asked to sort out a smoke alarm which is linked to the kitchen door but not to the fire alarm. I have attached attached a photo of the plan he gave me which states linked to door not fire alarm circuit. He has a 24v over door magnetic holdback which...
  18. spud1

    Best Fire Alarm Training?

    I want to formalize my Fire Alarm System Credentials with some some proper training and meaningful qualifications with a view to becoming BAFE registered or the like. Which company/Organisation has the best reputation for provision training in fire alarm design, installation, commissioning &...
  19. N

    I Need Work job vacancies as improver or fire alarm

    Hi all anyone know of any job vacancies going as electrical improvers or fire alarm engineers? many thanks in advance
  20. N

    Grade A LD2 fire alarm advise

    Hi, I have been asked to install a Grade A LD2 fire alarm for a customer of mine. This has been specified by the council. It is a standard 3 bed house with bedroom up top in the loft conversion (making it 3 floors), bathroom, kitchen and lounge. My customer is ok with the system having to have a...
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