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Fire Alarms

Provides critical early warning to occupants and facilitates a swift and orderly evacuation in the event of a fire.
Our solutions are designed to meet or exceed Australian Standards and are tailored to your building's unique layout, occupancy, and fire hazards.

FIRE ALARM SERVICES

Compliant with AS 1670.1:2018 (Fire detection, warning, control & intercom systems – System design, installation & commissioning).

In accordance with AS 1851-2012 (Routine service of fire protection systems and equipment, Section 6 – Fire detection and alarm systems).

Ensuring control equipment remains reliable and in line with current standards.

Connection to a Grade A monitoring centre (AS 1670.3:2018) so your system is always linked to emergency services in case of alarm activation.

FIRE DETECTION & ALARM SYSTEMS MUST BE TESTED IN LINE WITH AS 1851-2012:

Monthly – check FIP & alarm functions

6-Monthly – sample detector tests

Yearly – full system test

5-Yearly – comprehensive service & sensitivity checks

Smoke alarms (AS 3786) are for homes, while full fire detection systems (AS 1670) protect commercial & multi-res buildings. Early warning saves lives — make sure your system is tested and compliant.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

A fire detection & alarm system uses interconnected detectors (smoke, heat, flame), a Fire Indicator Panel (FIP), sounders, and sometimes occupant warning systems — designed for commercial and multi-occupancy buildings.

A smoke alarm is a self-contained domestic device (required under AS 3786:2014), typically used in single dwellings.

According to AS 1851-2012 (Table 6.4.1):

  • Monthly – Check FIP, power supply, alarm functions, and detector circuit integrity.
  • 6-Monthly – Functional test of a selection of detectors and alarm zones.
  • Yearly – Test all detectors and evacuation warning systems.
  • 5-Yearly – Comprehensive service, including sensitivity testing of smoke detectors and battery replacement where applicable.
  • AS 1670.1:2018 – Design, installation & commissioning.
  • AS 1670.3:2018 – Fire monitoring centres.
  • AS 1851-2012 – Routine service requirements.
  • AS 3786:2014 – Smoke alarms (domestic).