Fire Alarm Testing and Servicing 

Take a proactive approach to ensure comprehensive safety 

Fire Alarm Testing and Servicing

Introduction

Current regulations state that all business premises in the UK and Ireland must have a fire detection system to alert occupants in case of a fire.   

Fire alarms need regular testing and inspection by a ‘competent’ person to ensure that they are not only in full working order but to also prevent the risk of any false alarms. 

Keep your occupants safe, and the Fire Service happy with testing and servicing from Hawkesworth. 

Fire Alarm Testing and Servicing

Why Hawkesworth?

We are one of the most cost-effective companies in the UK

We offer weekend servicing

We'll remind you when your next service is due

We’re a one-stop shop for all safety requirements

We care about each and every customer

All of our engineers are City & Guilds certified and DBS checked

Need testing
across multiple sites?

From sole traders to national brands, our dependable network of 170+ fully accredited engineers will ensure to keep your workforce safe and your locations compliant. 

With our network covering all of the UK and Ireland, we’re in the unique position of being able to offer exclusive pricing to businesses that require our services across multiple sites. No more having to negotiate with numerous local vendors, choose Hawkesworth for your end-to-end solution, and guaranteed quality. 

We’re accredited by

Constructionline Gold
CHAS
SafeContractor
Trustmark
Niceic Approved Contractor
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Altius Assured
ISO 14001:2015 by TUV NORD
ISO9001 by TUV NORD
CHAS
Trustmark
Niceic Approved Contractor
Constructionline Gold
ECA Logo
ISO 14001:2015 by TUV NORD
ISO 14001:2015 by TUV NORD
ISO 14001:2015 by TUV NORD
SafeContractor
Altius Assured

We operate nationwide, across all industries, including:

We operate nationwide, across all industries, including:

Retail

Hospitality

Commercial offices

Education

We operate nationwide, across all industries, including:

We operate nationwide, across all industries, including:

Education

Healthcare

Hospitality

Public Service

Common FAQs

A fire alarm detects smoke and heat in a building. When this happens, the alarm sounds and lights flash so that people can safely evacuate the premises.

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 advises that all workplaces should be “to the extent that is appropriate, be equipped with appropriate fire-fighting equipment and with fire detectors and alarms”. These should be “subject to a suitable system of maintenance and be maintained in an efficient state, in efficient working order, and in good repair.”

Fire alarms should be tested once a week. British Standard 5839 advises that fire alarm systems are thoroughly tested every six months, however, systems should be tested more frequently for a large or high-risk building. 

The person responsible for fire safety could be liable for an unlimited fine or a two-year prison sentence if regulations are not followed.

Weekly: A ‘competent person’ must test a fire alarm. This doesn’t have to be an engineer or electrician, but someone who knows the system – for example, the building manager or a fire warden. 

Six-monthly: A six-monthly fire alarm service needs to be carried out by a specialist electrician or engineer. 

Get started

Contact us today to find out about our competitive Fire Alarm Servicing rates, and how you can keep your electrical equipment safe.

Often booked alongside

As well as Fire Alarm Testing and Servicing, we offer a range of other services in electrical and fire safety.

Who we work with