Does your businesses fire alarm system need an upgrade?
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You should not wait for a fire to occur before finding out that your existing fire alarm system is not working. Testing a system on a regular basis is important to ensure that this vital warning system is operating properly. But older fire alarm systems can deteriorate and develop issues over the years that set off false alarms which can result in fines. But how do you know whether your existing fire alarm system is in need of an upgrade? Here are some examples to look out for if your businesses fire alarm system needs an upgrade.
Sensitivity Test Requirements
If a fire alarm system does not meet the necessary sensitivity test requirements, it will need to be upgraded. Fire alarm systems can be either too sensitive or not sensitive enough. A overly sensitive system can trigger randomly which can result in fines from the Fire Department. Systems that are not sensitive enough cannot be relied on as a warning system in the scenario that a fire does break out in your business premises.
Renovations and Expansions
As a company grows, its premises may have to adapt to accommodate the growth. These changes may require your fire alarm system to at the very least be modified or upgraded as the location of key businesses assets and personnel move around.
Age
The older a fire alarm system gets, the more it requires system maintenance. Yet despite regular maintenance services, systems can become less reliable and therefore an upgrade may need to be looked at.
Faulty System
If your fire alarm system has simply stopped working then an upgrade may be required. Older fire alarm systems can become un-functional because of dirt/grime build up, rodent damage, tampering or similar issues which prevent the system from operating.
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