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Fire Alarm System in Apartment Blocks
Fire System in Apartment Blocks (a real case) Development was built in the early 90’s and despite the fact that legislation in force at the time provided for such, no fire alarm system was installed. The development comprised of 12 separate … Continue reading
Fire Alarm Systems: How Does it Work?
Before we tackle how a fire alarm system works, let us first review what a fire alarm system is. A fire alarm system is an active fire protection system that controls all the fire alarm modules in a building. The … Continue reading
Is your Fire Alarm System Deaf Accessible?
People who are deaf or have hearing impairments may face unique challenges in an emergency. Their ability to detect a fire or escape its effects may be hindered by their impairments. As a result, these people are at a greater … Continue reading
Posted in Fire Alarm Systems, Special Needs Systems
Tagged fire alarm, fire alarm deaf accessible, fire alarm for deaf, fire alarm interface, fire alarm system, fire alarm systems, fire safety, hotel fire safety, I.S. 3218:2013, irish standards, nursing homes fire safety, SA 3000, silent alert
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Insured Business and Fire Coverage
A fire at a business can devastate a business. The structure may be damaged beyond repair. However, fire insurance can be purchased as a specific peril policy or the coverage increased by a specific endorsement. It is important for the business … Continue reading
Posted in Emergency Lighting, Fire Alarm Systems, Fire Extinguishers
Tagged business insurance, emergency lighting, emergency lighting systems, fire alarm, fire alarm maintenance, fire alarm service, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, fire prevention, fire safety, fire safety issues, irish standards
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Fire Safety Hotel, are you sure?
The current structure of the Fire Service in Ireland is based upon the legislation of the Fire Services Act of 1981 & 2003. While the “duty of care” in respect of Fire Safety in Buildings rests with the Owner/Occupier under … Continue reading
6 Things you should know about Emergency Lighting
Emergency lighting systems provide lighting in corridors, stairwells, ramps, escalators, aisles and exit passageways during power outages. You must be in compliance with I.S. 3217:2008. Any commercial building must have Emergency Lighting and the installation should follow the legislation criteria. … Continue reading
