Modifying Existing Systems

Buildings, and the way we use them, often change and sometimes that means the existing fire detection and alarm system can become inadequate. For example, when internal office layouts change; when space is used for a new activity; or when structural changes take place. Of course, sometimes the old system just cannot be maintained to current exacting standards anymore, which is why we overhauled the fire system at Perth Leisure Pool over a four month period in 2008.

Keeping your system up-to-date

Our starting point is to re-assess the fire risk against the latest regulations and identify what fire protection is now required.

We go back to our as fitted drawings and inventory of the installed equipment, and from there list the modification works. When significant changes are required, our Fire Systems Designer may survey the premises and draw up a new specification and proposal.

If the original drawings and equipment inventory is not available, our Fire Systems Designer will survey the premises and identify the condition and serviceability of existing detection devices, the control panel type and condition, the condition of electrical wiring, and whether or not there are any obvious false alarm hazards in the existing design, or non-compliance with British Standards and Codes of Practice.