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For those that missed out on the webinar or are unfamiliar with the possible issues with supervision of BDA alarm connections Safer Buildings Coalition published a paper on this topic. It can be found at https://lnkd.in/gXUEbSuq. See the section at the end of the paper titled "End of Line Resistor: Purpose, How it Works, Correct Placement, Responsibility". This is a quick read and is important to understand supervision of alarm connections.

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I have to wonder how many BDA installations are done with incorrect fire alarm supervision. Just think, if you can disconnect the alarm plug from the bottom of the BDA and not have a supervisory alarm, then something is wrong. Learn more about this in John’s webinar.

WHAT SHOULD HAPPEN IN AN INTRUDER ALARM MAINTENANCE VISIT? ❓❓ - Checking mains power supply and backup battery – including its charging rate. - Checking and testing sensors in every location to ensure each works as it should. - For wireless alarm systems, the battery for each sensor is also tested. - Checking alarm signalling equipment for systems with remote/police monitoring if installed. - Check voltages, charging voltages and battery output, electronic test the battery as well. If you’re getting regular errors or false alarms, it’s time to get your commercial alarm system the TLC it needs. But many business owners don’t seek an alternative… because they think it will be difficult to switch. Wrong! It’s easy to switch to MAC Security Systems! Our monthly commercial intruder maintenance plans start from £25 per month Call 0121 271 0149 or email us on sales@macsecuritysystems.co.uk

🔔 Tips for Your Weekly Alarm Test Consistency: Conduct weekly tests at the same time/day each week to establish a routine and avoid any confusion. Signage: Use clear signage to notify all occupants of the scheduled weekly test. Monitoring: Inform your Monitoring Station before starting the test and verify signal once completed. Record: Document each weekly test in the system logbook.

Reasons to use a BAFE Accredited Fire Alarm company. Earlier this week Argus carried out a fire alarm take over for a new customer. The system in question had clearly not been installed by a BAFE approved company. Issues identified by our engineer included, no zone plan, only one sounder circuit, mains supply wired in grey twin and earth off a plug socket, incorrect siting of equipment and insufficient manual call points fitted. The customer has now agreed to pay Argus to rectify these issues, issues that would have never existed had a BAFE approved company carried out the installation. The lesson of this story. When it comes to life safety, don't cut corners to safe a few quid, always use a 3rd party certified company, as they like ourselves are independently checked to ensure they are working in accordance with the relevant standards, and will always send competent staff to your premises. What is more worrying, is that based on recent systems we have taken over, this appalling installation was better that some of the others.

Being proactive is the best practice for keeping electrical assets safe and resilient.

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WHAT SHOULD HAPPEN IN AN INTRUDER ALARM MAINTENANCE VISIT? ❓❓ - Checking mains power supply and backup battery – including its charging rate. - Checking and testing sensors in every location to ensure each works as it should. - For wireless alarm systems, the battery for each sensor is also tested. - Checking alarm signalling equipment for systems with remote/police monitoring if installed. - Check voltages, charging voltages and battery output, electronic test the battery as well. If you’re getting regular errors or false alarms, it’s time to get your commercial alarm system the TLC it needs. But many business owners don’t seek an alternative… because they think it will be difficult to switch. Wrong! It’s easy to switch to MAC Security Systems! Our monthly commercial intruder maintenance plans start from £25 per month Call 0121 271 0149 or email us on sales@macsecuritysystems.co.uk

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