Fire Alarm System
A fire alarm system is a critical safety feature in buildings, designed to detect and alert occupants of fire, smoke, carbon monoxide, or other fire-related emergencies.
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Components:
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Smoke/Heat Detectors: Detect fire at an early stage.
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Alarm Panels: Control and indicate the status of the system.
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Alarm Bells: Alert occupants with an audible signal.
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Manual Call Points: Allow manual activation of the alarm.
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DECAM Panel: Transmits signals to the monitoring station.
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Extinguishing Panels: Control automatic fire protection equipment like sprinklers.
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Power Supply Equipment: Ensure the system remains operational during power outages.
Types:
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Non-Addressable Systems: Also known as conventional systems, they identify alarm status by zones without event recording features.
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Addressable Systems: Each detector has a unique address, allowing precise identification of the alarm’s location.
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Hybrid Systems: Combine features of both non-addressable and addressable systems.
Maintenance: Regular testing and inspection are crucial for ensuring the system’s reliability and effectiveness in preventing extensive property damage and saving lives.
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Regulations: Fire alarm systems are often mandatory, with requirements specified in various codes of practice, such as the Code of Practice for Fire Precautions in Buildings 2013 (Fire Code 2013) by SCDF and international standards like ISO 7240-14.
For more detailed information, you can refer to resources provided by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) and other authoritative sources.