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.
Fire Engineering Glossary
Technical terms spanning standards, manufacturers, commissioning, networking, testing and fault finding.
Technical guidance only. Confirm current project requirements against the applicable standards, legislation, system documentation and site-specific fire strategy.
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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.
Grade (domestic systems)
The UK domestic convention describing the equipment standard and power arrangements for dwelling alarm systems, set by the applicable domestic standard and risk.
Graded intruder system
An intruder alarm specified to a grade matching the assessed intruder skill and risk, driving supervision, tamper and signalling requirements.
Check insurer requirements before modifying anything on a graded system.
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
The primary fire safety legislation for most non-domestic premises in England and Wales, placing duties on the responsible person including maintenance of fire safety systems.
Legislation — a legal duty, distinct from the recommendations of a code of practice.