The test and maintenance of the fire alarm system installed within Milton Keynes premises is a statutory requirement that must be performed correctly to comply with legislation.
Weekly Call Point Tests
Test one call point each week and note the date and the call point that was tested. Rotate around the different call points throughout the year.
What to Check During a Weekly Test
During the weekly test note down the zone number indicated on the panel, check that all sounders are audible at all parts of the premises and reset the system after testing. In the fire alarm logbook record the date of testing, the call point(s) tested and the name of the tester.
Quarterly and Annual Servicing
For detector sensitivity, wiring, battery back-up and panel condition annual servicing is required by BS 5839. In addition to testing the fire alarm system, a qualified engineer, who is typically accredited by a recognised scheme, will inspect the entire system. There is more on Fire alarms Milton Keynes at https://isefireproducts.co.uk/fire-alarm-systems/milton-keynes/.
Keeping Records
The fire alarm testing and inspection guidance from the Fire Industry Association should be used to determine the information to be contained within the fire alarm logbook for each test and inspection conducted and any faults found.
Handling a Fault Found During Testing
A fault found during testing must be logged immediately by the person testing, and notified to the engineer who carries out the servicing and/or maintenance. This may require additional patrols or even temporary alternative measures until the fire alarm system can be restored to full working order.
As long as a building is being properly tested and maintained at the correct intervals using proper records, the building should be compliant and the engineers will have a good history of the system.