Alarm System / Emergency / Fire

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Guidelines
alarm systems (sound and light) should be
installed which are separate and distinct from
other alarms and notification systems
alarm systems fully tested every 3 months
tests, maintenance, repair or replacement
of alarm, fire and emergency systems
recorded
appropriate emergency lights should be
available particularly for all exit routes (> 1 lux)
(picture 3.1)
tested monthly
inspections documented
illuminated exits signs with backup power
required on all exit routes
"no smoking" signs displayed throughout the
premises
sufficient directional and exit signs to ensure
that all exit routes from the area within the
buildings are clearly indicated
exit signs to be clear and visible with pictogram
and text in English and native language
(picture 3.2)
assembly areas designated outside the
building and not obstruct emergency
services i.e. fire brigade, ambulance
guideline for extinguishers (picture 3.3)
suitable for the type of fire (table 3.1)
at least 1 extinguisher (6 kg) per 100 m2
distance to next extinguisher from any
employee < 22.5 m
easily accessible
clearly marked
individually identifiable by a number
(important for corrective actions)
fully charged
visual checks monthly (with control tag)
as a minimum serviced annually by qualified
personnel / licensed company
operation instructions in English and native
language
guideline for operations of sprinklers:
sprinkler heads clean
sprinkler piping not used to support
non-fire-system equipment
clearance between sprinkler head and stored
material > 0,45 m
water level and pressure, water pumps and
general conditions inspected monthly
pressure checks of water container
conducted every 5 years; records kept
independent water supply required