A well-placed fire alarm can save lives. Fire safety in pubs and nightclubs has been quite an issue in the UK since The Bell Inn got fined. The owner was fined almost 25K for committing a breach of fire safety obligations that resulted in a huge fire. Luckily no one died. But if you don’t want to get yourself in a mess, it is better to follow the guidelines set by the FRA. For that, you have to ensure that your fire alarm systems are properly working and are placed strategically so that they are not rendered useless when a fire breaks out.
The choice of a fire alarm will depend on the type of building and the purpose the building is used for. That is why rules for different buildings in different settings may vary.
Electrical Equipment
If you have an auto alarm then you can place it anywhere. But manual commercial fire alarm systems should not be placed near any electrical equipment. The reason is that fire mostly erupts due to a short circuit in the wires. If a short circuit is the cause of fire then it is likely that the fire will erupt first near the electrical equipment. In such a case, the fire alarm may get burned or become inaccessible because of the fire.
Smoking Area
If you have auto fire detectors installed with the alarm then there is a high likelihood of a false alarm. That is why they should not be placed in such areas where smoking is allowed. Also, smoking areas are more susceptible to fire because of cigarettes. That is why they should be installed away from such areas. In these areas, it is not recommended to install heat detection alarms.
Staff Area
Staff area is the best place to install your fire alarms. That is because the staff is usually well aware of the premise and will do their best to alert everyone to avoid any incident. Staff areas usually have a restriction on smoking as well. That is why this is a very good place to install your fire alarms.
Near The DJ
The place where DJ performs is like a watchtower. The guys there have a complete watch over the club. In case of any fire breaking out, there is a high chance that a person will be able to see from up there into places where your sight normally won’t go.
In The Main Area
Auto alarms are best installed in the main area where people are concentrated. It is fast and alerts the people in no time thus preventing any likelihood of a potential hazard.
In Comfort Rooms
In comfort rooms you are disconnected from the main area. In an event of a fire, a properly placed fire alarm can save lives if they are trapped in comfort rooms.
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Conclusion
Fire safety is important and strict rules should be followed while implementing any fire prevention system. Properly installed alarms can save you from a huge fine and save many lives.
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