Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems in domestic premises (+A1:2020)

BS 5839-6:2019

British Standards Institution
Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems in domestic premises (+A1:2020) Download document

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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

BS

Abstract

Provides planning, design, installation, commissioning and maintenance recommendations for fire detection and fire alarm systems in domestic premises. Covers fire risk assessment, system components, circuits monitoring, grades and categories of system, choices, types and selection of fire detector, location and siting, limitation of false alarms, audible fire alarm devices and audibility, fire alarm warnings for deaf and people who are hard of hearing, power supplies, wiring, control and indicating equipment, manual call points, zoning, remote transmission of alarm signals, radio-linked systems, electromagnetic compatibility, user instructions, routine testing and maintenance.

History

BS 5839-6:2019+A1:2020 supersedes BS 5839-6:2019, which also superseded BS 5839-6:2013. Came into effect 30 April 2019. Amendment dated 31 October 2020 - A1:see Foreword.

ISBN

9780539135688

Subjects

  • Fire detection equipment
  • Building services
  • Electrical services

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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