Signs Your Fire Alarm Needs Attention

A fire alarm system is one of the most critical pieces of equipment within a commercial property, and if it fails when it is needed most, the consequences could be catastrophic. Here are the most obvious signs that your fire alarm system requires the attention of a qualified engineer.

Fault Lights on the Panel

Steady or flashing fault lights on your alarm panel indicate that a part of the fire alarm system has stopped communicating with the panel. These should not be silenced unless you are certain that they are not indicative of a serious problem and should only be investigated by a qualified engineer.

Detectors Triggering Without Cause

Occasional false alarms are not usually a problem but recurring activation of the same detector can indicate a faulty detector, contamination of the sensor or wrong placement of the detector.

Audible Chirping From Detectors

Chirping from individual detectors: A repeated beeping or chirping sound from a single smoke detector could indicate that the battery is running low. If the battery is changed the beeping may stop but if it continues to happen then there is likely to be a fault with the smoke detector.

No Service in Over a Year

As part of your legal responsibilities for workplace fire safety the fire detection equipment must be properly maintained. This means that the equipment is serviced on an annual basis.

Isolated or Disabled Zones on the Panel

An isolated zone indicates a part of your building has no detection cover and must be re commissioned as a matter of urgency and a service visit arranged.

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If you recognise any of these warning signs for a faulty fire alarm system, make sure to book a professional inspection of your fire detection system as soon as possible.