WOBO thanks IFSEC GLOBAL for the reminder in respect of sprinklers and ongoing maintenance and testing.
According to the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA), fire sprinkler systems can reduce injuries by at least 80%, reduce property damage by 90% and substantially reduce damage to the environment from fire. Prinicipal Consultant at the FPA, Dale Kinnersley, shares the LPC’s guidance on their use.
If those responsible for fire safety in a building are not aware of essential sprinkler maintenance and inspection requirements, buildings and their occupants can be placed under unnecessary risk.
Sprinklers have a proven track record in helping to preserve life, protect buildings, assist in business continuity, and protect assets. It is the responsibility of the building owner or manager to ensure that a sprinkler system is correctly installed and maintained.
Article 17 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 imposes significant liabilities on the ‘responsible person’ who fails to maintain fire safety equipment, including sprinkler systems, intended to preserve life in the event of a fire.
The system must be serviced and maintained by a third-party certified and approved sprinkler servicing contractor under a maintenance contract. Where a service and maintenance contract is not in place, the certification issued by the installing sprinkler contractor under the third-party scheme would result in the system being invalid. Read more….