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Fire Engineering Glossary

Technical terms spanning standards, manufacturers, commissioning, networking, testing and fault finding.

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Standards & law

BS 5839-1

The UK code of practice for fire detection and alarm systems in non-domestic premises, covering design, installation, commissioning and maintenance recommendations.

Check the current edition and amendment before quoting any recommendation.

Standards & law

BS 5839-6

The UK code of practice for fire detection and alarm systems in domestic premises, including the grade and category conventions for dwellings.

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