aluck Posted April 9, 2025 Report Posted April 9, 2025 Good Morning, Wondering if anyone is able to help/give advice - we have had a well known fire alarm company install devices and service our conventional fire alarm system, and passed it with a certificate at 100% compliance. (This has been the case for the past 7 Years) I have noted that; - MCP's are not installed correctly to the correct boxes - Heat detectors installed throughout the premise (despite FRA saying only in kitchen areas) - Detectors sited in wrong positions (e.g. Next to beams, Air Con Units etc) - System devices wired to panel with Twin Earth cable rather then Fire Cable - Mixed sounders on the system Some of the above were also noted on the Fire Risk Assessment by the same company. Upon their last inspection they stated they tested all 6 MCP's, 11 Detectors and 11 Sounders - Where no alarm was activated to do a sound check, and upon review of CCTV not all MCPS and Detector Heads were tested as stated on the inspection certificate. I am currently composing a letter to the company with my concerns, and the quality of the service. (Failure of Contract Agreement) and Safety Concerns etc. Does anyone have any legislation I can relate back to? The premises is a Hospitality Venue (Pub) with living accommodation above for the Pub Manager. I will upload photos separate of some of the devices and issues. Any help would be appreciated Quote
AnthonyB Posted April 9, 2025 Report Posted April 9, 2025 Detector location is off too. Easiest thing would be to sack them unless a large sum of money is involved. You'd need an expert witness report cross referencing BS5839-1 (including old editions to show how long things didn't meet the standard, if ever), the FRA and Articles 5(3) & (4), 8, 13, 17 of the Fire Safety Order. Quote
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