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Starting October 2024, the London Fire Brigade (LFB) will implement a new policy affecting automatic fire alarms (AFAs) in non-residential buildings in London. Under this policy, LFB will only respond to confirmed fires during daytime hours, except for certain exempt buildings. This change will directly impact businesses in London, necessitating enhanced fire safety protocols and Fire Alarm Monitoring Solutions like Drax Technology. Fire statistics reveal that false alarms constitute a significant portion of fire brigade call-outs in London, diverting resources from genuine emergencies. In 2017-2018, the London Fire Brigade reported numerous incidents of false alarms, contributing to unnecessary deployments and potentially delaying responses to actual fires. This underscores the importance of reliable fire alarm systems to ensure that emergency services are efficiently utilised. To address this, businesses must ensure their fire alarm systems are robust and reliable. Drax Technology offers advanced fire alarm management solutions such as SafeVue, AMX, and AMX Connect, designed to enhance fire safety compliance and response efficiency. These solutions provide real-time monitoring and comprehensive management of fire alarm systems, enabling businesses to quickly identify and respond to actual fire incidents. By leveraging these tools, companies can significantly reduce false alarms and ensure prompt action during real emergencies. This proactive approach not only aligns with the new LFB policy but also enhances overall safety and compliance with fire regulations. This policy shift underscores the importance of effective fire safety management in non-residential buildings. By leveraging Drax Technology’s solutions, businesses can efficiently differentiate between false alarms and actual fire incidents, ensuring a swift and appropriate response. Additionally, these tools support compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, emphasising adequate training and preparedness. Drax Technology continues to lead in providing reliable fire alarm monitoring solutions, essential for adapting to evolving safety regulations. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/edVMSfq8 #DraxTechnology #SmarterBuildingCompliance

Starting October 2024, the London Fire Brigade (LFB) will only respond to confirmed fires during daytime hours in non-residential buildings, except for specific exemptions. This policy change underscores the critical need for robust fire safety protocols and reliable Fire Alarm Monitoring Solutions. False alarms constitute a significant portion of LFB call-outs, diverting resources from genuine emergencies. In 2017-2018 alone, numerous false alarms led to unnecessary deployments, potentially delaying responses to actual fires. This highlights the importance of reliable fire alarm systems to ensure efficient utilisation of emergency services. Businesses must ensure their fire alarm systems are robust and reliable. Drax Technology offers advanced solutions such as SafeVue, AMX, and AMX Connect, designed for real-time monitoring and comprehensive management. These tools enable businesses to quickly identify and respond to actual fire incidents, reducing false alarms and ensuring compliance. By leveraging Drax Technology’s solutions, businesses can efficiently differentiate between false alarms and real fire incidents, ensuring a swift and appropriate response. This proactive approach not only aligns with the new LFB policy but also enhances overall safety and compliance with fire regulations. Find out more with our detailed overview of the upcoming changes to the London Fire Brigade’s automatic fire alarm response policy and how businesses can prepare: https://lnkd.in/edVMSfq8

From 1st October 2024, the London Fire Brigade will no longer respond to automatic fire alarms at most commercial properties between 7 am and 8:30 pm. Businesses should be proactive in light of this change. Actions to consider: “1. Update Fire Risk Assessments: Reflect the new delayed response times and include enhanced fire detection and management systems. 2. Revise Fire Safety Plans: Amend fire plans so that confirmed fires during business hours are reported by dialing 999. 3. Upgrade Fire Detection Systems: Enhance existing Automatic Fire Detection (AFD) systems to include double-knock, multi-sensing detectors, or other confirmed technology that requires multiple triggers, ensuring a confirmed activation 4. Keyholder Protocols: Develop a keyholder confirmation process to verify AFD activations outside business hours. A swift 10-20 minute response is required for early verification and attendance by the Fire and Rescue Service (FRS). 5. Staff Training: Train staff on investigation procedures following an AFD activation so they are prepared to handle such incidents safely and effectively. 6. Update ARC Protocols: Modify Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) protocols so that the FRS is not automatically notified upon alarm activation. Instead, wait for secondary confirmation through additional detector activations, monitoring the “confirmed” technology, or keyholder verification (RISKStop, 2024.)” My team and our wider risk partners are here to provide detailed guidance and support to keep you compliant and protected from fire risks. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can be of any assistance.

We have reently completed a number of fire risk assessmetns in care homes, and some of them are unaware of the fire detection system they require: To meet fire safety regulations, care homes need to have what is called an?‘L1’?fire alarm system.?This basically means that it gives the highest possible level of cover that a fire alarm system can offer. This is so that staff and residents have as much time as possible to evacuate the care home if a fire breaks out, as it takes longer to evacuate vulnerable people. An L1 system provides automatic detection – such as smoke or heat detectors – in every room in the care home.?This even includes some large cupboards. As well as having an L1 system in place, you will also need to make sure it is serviced at least every 6 months by a qualified fire alarm engineer, and tested weekly by a competent person. To check that you are up to date with servicing and testing, take a look at your most recent fire alarm service certificate and your fire log book. Your fire risk assessor will check that the fire alarm system you have in place is suitable, sufficient, and meets legal requirements. For more information of for a competitive quote drop us a line - [email protected] #firealarms #firealarmsystem #carehomes #fireriskassessment

Some really useful information here from IJG Fire Safety Limited on the legal requirement for fire safety detection in care homes. #firesafety #fireprotection #fireprevention #firedetection #firealarmsystem #carehomes #fireriskassessment

Essential Fire Evacuation Procedures At QBM, we understand the importance of having procedures in place to ensure the safety of all occupants. Don't wait until it's too late. Upon being told to evacuate or hearing the fire alarm, follow these steps: 1. Remain calm. 2. Stop what you are doing and leave the building immediately via the closest escape route. Never use the lift (elevator). 3. Walk briskly and do not turn back. 4. Do not take any belongings with you. 5. Follow the Fire Warden's instructions at all times. 6. Before opening any door, feel the door and door handle. Never open a warm door as there could be a fire behind it. 7. If the door is hot, take another route, possibly a window. 8. If you encounter smoke, drop to the floor and crawl. 9. Close all doors and windows behind you to prevent fresh air from feeding the fire. 10. Assemble and remain at the designated evacuation assembly point. 11. Do NOT return to the building until the fire brigade or your immediate supervisor confirms it is safe. 12. Notify someone of any injuries you have sustained as soon as possible. 13. Never cancel a fire alarm. Fire alarms should only be reset by those directed to do so. Your safety matters. Plan and practice these steps to stay protected in case of an emergency. Contact Quality Building Management today on: ?? Phone - 1300 880 466 ?? Email - [email protected] ?? Website - https://qbm.com.au/ #QBM #EmergencyEvacuation #BuildingSafety #EvacuationProcedures #ChiefWarden #EmergencyServices #SafetyFirst #FireSafety #EmergencyPreparedness

Stay Protected with TRSS Fire Ops: Compliance Can Save Lives Recent Incident in Midrand: A Stark Reminder Last night, a complex in Midrand tragically burned down, resulting in significant damage and loss. While investigations are still underway, early findings suggest possible issues with fire regulation compliance, highlighting the critical importance of being prepared for such emergencies. At TRSS, we believe prevention is better than cure. Our Fire Ops services are designed to ensure your property remains compliant with South Africa's stringent fire safety standards, protecting both lives and assets. Don’t wait for an emergency to highlight gaps in your fire safety plan. Act now. TRSS Fire Ops: Your Fire Safety Partner TRSS... Stronger * Safer * Together For more information on how we can assist you: 086 111 4021 | 011 708 1895 www.trss.co.za #FireSafety#StayCompliant#MidrandFire#FireOps#TRSSSecurity#FirePrevention#ProtectYourProperty#SafetyFirst#ComplianceMatters#FireProtection#EmergencyPreparedness#FireRegulations#SecureYourComplex#RiskManagement#SafetySolutions

LWF's fire safety for FM blog talks about communication facilities for Fire Service personnel in your building and emergency switches. Read more - https://rebrand.ly/q9hz5bb #facilitiesmanagement #facilitymanagement #firesafety #fireprotection #fireservice #fireengineering #fireprecautions

Essential Fire Evacuation Procedures At QBM, we understand the importance of having procedures in place to ensure the safety of all occupants. Don't wait until it's too late. Upon being told to evacuate or hearing the fire alarm, follow these steps: 1. Remain calm. 2. Stop what you are doing and leave the building immediately via the closest escape route. Never use the lift (elevator). 3. Walk briskly and do not turn back. 4. Do not take any belongings with you. 5. Follow the Fire Warden's instructions at all times. 6. Before opening any door, feel the door and door handle. Never open a warm door as there could be a fire behind it. 7. If the door is hot, take another route, possibly a window. 8. If you encounter smoke, drop to the floor and crawl. 9. Close all doors and windows behind you to prevent fresh air from feeding the fire. 10. Assemble and remain at the designated evacuation assembly point. 11. Do NOT return to the building until the fire brigade or your immediate supervisor confirms it is safe. 12. Notify someone of any injuries you have sustained as soon as possible. 13. Never cancel a fire alarm. Fire alarms should only be reset by those directed to do so. Your safety matters. Plan and practice these steps to stay protected in case of an emergency. Contact Quality Building Management today on: ?? Phone - 1300 880 466 ?? Email - [email protected] ?? Website - https://qbm.com.au/ #QBM #EmergencyEvacuation #BuildingSafety #EvacuationProcedures #ChiefWarden #EmergencyServices #SafetyFirst #FireSafety #EmergencyPreparedness