Fire Alarm Testing

A working fire alarm system should give enough warning to save lives and hopefully buy fire fighters enough time to limit property damage. Periodic testing, backed up by regular user checks will ensure that the system is always protecting people and property.
Over time, smoke detectors become less sensitive. Standby batteries in control panels become weak and general faults can develop.
Regular checks are an essential part of fire alarm system maintenance. Periodic testing of fire alarm systems is a requirement for a local authority fire certificate. The sensitivity of detectors on a poorly maintained, or neglected fire alarm system may result in the system not going into alarm condition should a fire develop, that could be deadly.