In accordance with the requirements of BS5266, emergency lighting systems should be periodically tested and inspected to ensure that all luminaires function for design lighting levels, duration and are positioned (including signage) correctly for use in 'power loss situations'.

Elecforce offer a comprehensive testing and assessment service to include the following:

• Battery discharge test
• Lumen level output assessment
• Survey to assess adequate coverage
• Compatibility with BS requirements
• Client training to carry out interim testing
• Test results

Having carried out testing, the results are presented in a high quality report which includes the following documentation:

• Asset Register (inventory of all items tested, together with locations)
• Test data (results of tests carried out on all luminaires)
• Detailed instructions to client regarding interim testing requirements and method of achieving them
• Log book (document for client to record all interim tests and any remedial actions required and subsequently taken)

A correctly designed and working fire alarm system will give enough warning to save lives and hopefully allow fire fighters enough time to limit property damage.  Periodic testing, backed up by regular user checks will ensure that the system is always protecting people and property.

Over time, smoke detectors become less sensitive, standby batteries in control panels become weak and general faults can develop. 

The sensitivity of detectors on a poorly maintained or neglected fire alarm system may result in the system not going into alarm condition should a fire develop, that could be deadly. 

Regular checks are an essential part of fire alarm system maintenance.

Periodic testing of fire alarm systems is a requirement for a local authority fire certificate.

Tests Carried Out

All smoke and heat detectorswill be tested for functionality.  Bells and sounders will be operated and assessed to ensure that they provide sufficient sound levels in all areas.  Fire panels, their batteries and all cable joints where accessible will be checked for integrity and functionality.

Test Results

• Asset register (inventory of all items tested, together with locations)
• Test data
• Detailed instructions to client regarding interim testing requirements and method of achieving them
• Log book (document for client to record all interim routine tests and any remedial actions required and subsequently taken)