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Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of emergency voice communication systems

BS 5839-9:2021

British Standards Institution
Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of emergency voice communication systems

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

BS

Abstract

Provides recommendations for planning, design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of emergency voice communication (EVC) systems in and around buildings and at sports, entertainment and similar venues. Also covers the need for an EVC, information exchange, variations, design considerations, handover and user responsibility.

History

Supersedes BS 5839-9:2011. Came into effect 31 August 2021.

ISBN

9780539135633

Subjects

  • Building services
  • Electrical services
  • Fire detection equipment

Publisher History

With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.

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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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