Are there any other testing requirements for Fire Alarm Systems?

BS5839-1 requires the following to be completed by the “user”:

• Every 24 Hours:
  • Ensure that the Panel is checked to confirm there are no faults on the system. If faults are found the user should record all faults or damage in the log book and should arrange for repair ASAP.
• Every Week:
  • The user should operate a different call point every week (so if there are 20 call points it would take 20 weeks to test them all) and record the test in the log book.

Please Note: The person undertaking these tests should have a full understanding & training on how the system operates before completing any tests. 

If you do not feel competent enough to complete these tests, SAFE can either provide training or complete the weekly testing on your behalf.