What is a fire alarm system?
A fire alarm system is a safety system designed to detect and alert occupants of a building to the presence of fire, smoke, or other fire-related emergencies. Its primary goal is to protect lives, property, and assets by ensuring early detection and facilitating timely evacuation or fire suppression.
Key Components
- Control Panel (Central unit for managing the system)
- Fire Detection Devices (Smoke/Heat Sensors)
- Manual Call Points(Break glass buttons)
- Alert Devices (Indoor/Outdoor Sirens)
How does it work?
- Detection:
- Smoke, heat, or flames are detected by the sensors.
- Manual activation through call points.
- Signal Processing:
- The control panel evaluates the input from sensors.
- Determines whether to trigger an alarm.
- Alarm Activation:
- Audible and visual alarms notify occupants.
- Emergency services may be contacted automatically through monitoring systems.