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