Category archive: Fire Damper testing

How to Test Fire Dampers

How to Test Fire Dampers

There is never any shortage of talk in the media about sprinklers. Nor is there a shortage of adverts about smoke alarms. But how often do you see or hear people talk about fire dampers?    Whilst they aren’t talked about as much as other fire safety devices – such as sprinklers and smoke alarms…

The Benefits of Professional Air Quality Testing

The Benefits of Professional Air Quality Testing

The quality of the air in our homes and commercial premises can have a significant impact on both our bodies and on the properties themselves. Because of this, more and more people are taking advantage of professional air quality testing services in the UK. A comprehensive test, conducted by qualified and experienced professionals, can reveal…

How Often Should Fire Dampers Be Tested?

How Often Should Fire Dampers Be Tested?

Fire dampers need to be tested in intervals no longer than 12 months apart. This is identified in the British Standard BS 9999: 2017 The Fire Safety Code of Practice for the Design, Management and Use of Buildings.   While 12 months is the maximum time that should be left between fire damper testing, it…

Fire Damper Testing Requirements

Fire Damper Testing Requirements

Fire dampers are installed in the majority of buildings with a high risk of fire to limit the spread of a fire and to protect people, property and equipment. Fire dampers are normally closed when the building is not in use and automatically open if there is a fire so that sprinklers can operate. They…

Have You Tested Your Fire Dampers Recently?

Did you know that many building owners/managers do not know they have fire dampers let alone know that they require annual testing by law. Fire dampers are there to contain the fire/hot gasses, preventing spread from one fire compartment to the next. There are several technical & legal documents which state how, why, when and…

IS YOUR FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT UP TO DATE?

  In light of recent events, we know that fire safety is at the forefront of many people’s minds. We understand that business owners, building managers and landlords may not possess the expertise or time to carry out a fire risk assessment. The ‘responsible person,’ must ensure a fire risk assessment of the premises is…

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