Check with your building control as your property might need a fire sprinkler system.
This document covers all requirements when it comes to fire safety in domestic and residential dwellings.
Installing fire sprinklers designed and installed to BS9251 is one of the easiest and most effective ways of meeting these regulations.
There are a variety of applications that are often accepted by building control officers when sprinkler systems are installed.
Building regulations state fire brigade appliances must be sited within 45m of a domestic or residential property and the access roadways must be wide enough and have suitable turning circles available.
Development on land, not meeting these requirements, will be allowed where fire sprinklers have been installed in accordance with BS9251.
Stairways open to ground floor living areas from second floor accommodation, accepted when fire sprinklers have been installed.
Where there is an occupied space over 7.5m, ADB will require a secondary means of escape. This requirement can be waived with the installation of a fire sprinkler system throughout.
The installation of fire sprinklers will see a relaxation of requirements for heat detectors to be installed in bedrooms or bedsits with cooking facilities and kitchens. Fire sprinklers operate at a similar temperature to heat detectors, meaning the audible alarms are sounded at the same time.
Inner rooms opening on to an open plan living space are not acceptable under the guidance of ADB but will be allowed with the installation of fire sprinkler or fire suppression system.
These can be extended where fire sprinklers have been installed.
Travel distances in bed sits or open plan apartments can be extended where fire sprinklers are installed.
There is a strong case to be made for fire sprinkler installation across your premises. Not only do they significantly reduce the risk to life and mitigate the damage caused by a fire (which are already compelling enough reasons), but they also provide considerable financial and long-term benefits.
Read on to learn the reasons why you should install a fire sprinkler, and how South Coast Fire Sprinklers can help with your installation.
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First and foremost, fire sprinklers reduce the likelihood of being trapped in your property. In the unfortunate scenario of a fire breaking out, the sprinklers can create a path to help escape the premises safely. Fire sprinklers combined with alarms and extinguishers is the best way to keep your building and its inhabitants safe in case of fire.
Should the fire service be called out to your property, they may spray copious amounts of water which (along with any fire destruction) can cause considerable damage to the appearance and structural integrity of your property.
Properties with fire sprinklers installed use minimal water, reducing the amount of damaged caused when triggered versus a fire engine’s hose.
Whilst there may be a substantial outlay when purchasing your fire sprinkler system, it may prove worthwhile in the long run when you decide to sell. Properties with fire sprinkler systems installed tend to be more attractive to prospective buyers.
Property owners typically take out insurance in the unfortunate event of an incident. Insurance policies can be costly in the long term, especially if you’ve made a claim. With fire sprinkler installations, insurance premiums can be reduced by up to 15% on your property.
Once installed, sprinklers should continue to run smoothly throughout the year. Whilst we recommend one or two professional maintenance checks every twelve months, you should also look at The importance of sprinkler monitoring for more information.
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