Guest Mouse Posted September 7, 2023 Report Share Posted September 7, 2023 Hello I have been advised that I must have a smoke detector in every cupboard irrregardless of the cupboards contents that measures over 1m2. We are a care home for the elderly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnthonyB Posted September 11, 2023 Report Share Posted September 11, 2023 If your Fire Risk Assessment states a Category L1 fire alarm system is required then this is correct. The official government guidance (also referred to by Enforcers & Courts) points to care homes needing an L1 system if they are larger, particularly those accommodating more than ten residents above the ground floor, or where a significant proportion of the residents are dependant upon staff assistance to escape in the event of a fire. Other smaller lower risk homes can have an L2 system where there is more risk based flexibility as to the use of detection in certain rooms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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