The need for certificated fire detection and alarms systems is ever expanding as changes introduced under the new Fire Safety Order and the Chief Fire Officers Association’s (CFOA) Policy for remotely monitored fire alarm systems are progressively introduced.
The CFOA Policy became effective on 1st April 2005 and will be fully enforced by 1st April 2008. It requires the issue of a unique reference number (URN) for all remotely monitored fire alarm (RMFA) systems that are routed though an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) prior to being passed to the Fire and Rescue Service. The RMFA must have a URN and all systems and ARCs must be subject to appropriate certification. All relevant service providers will need to be Third Party Certificated.
The Regulatory Reform Order Fire Safety places increased emphasis on risk assessment carried out by, or on behalf of, the 'Responsible Person' in an organisation. Employers will ultimately be responsible for safety in the workplace and for the systems upon which it is dependent. Increasingly, assurance will come in the form of certification issued by Third Party Certificated providers of fire alarm and detection systems.
Given the above, Third Party Certification is not just desirable but essential for all professional fire alarm systems providers. SSAIB certification demonstrates that you operate a well managed and ethical business. We can keep you informed of changes within this sector, plus you will have access to technical experts who will be able to help you to interpret standards, regulations and systems requirements.
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