Different Fire Detection Systems

Having the right fire detection system can save lives. This article takes a look at what fire detection options are available for four different building types: residential, commercial, public sector and small businesses.

 

Residential

 

In order to make sure you are notified in the event of a fire in your home, it is important to set up several fire alarms throughout your property. You may want to place these in the most important areas, such as in rooms where there is an open fire place, an aga, and in the bedrooms. You can also install a carbon monoxide detection system, which will be able to alert you if there is any poisonous carbon dioxide leaks.

 

Commercial

 

Large commercial businesses need to install fire detection systems to ensure the premises and employees are kept safe. Commercial fire alarms will be able to detect a fire in its earliest stages. It will also be able to locate the fire and take the appropriate steps in order to contain the fire if necessary.

 

Public Sector

 

Public sector buildings, such as schools and hospitals, are prone to vandalism and arson attacks. It is essential that you have the correct fire detection systems in place in a public sector building. It is estimated that between 5% and 10% of a public building’s total expenditure is spent on repairing vandalism damage. With the right security and fire detection systems you can lower this cost, and prevent vandalism from occurring in the first place.

 

Small Businesses

 

Small businesses need to use the appropriate fire detection systems to protect the lives of their workers, as well as protect their property in the event of a fire. A recent survey showed that 80% of small businesses who suffer from a fire, will never recover from it. A fire alarm will be able to notify the people on the premises, and even alert the local fire service if there is a fire.

 

You can purchase fire detection systems from large supermarkets, or from specialist online retailers. Some fire detection systems will require a professional to come and install it, and make sure that it is working correctly. Always check your fire detection systems are functioning correctly, and that the batteries are replaced on a regular basis.

 

 

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