Fire Alarm Maintenance Contracts

Here at J Fire Safety we offer bespoke Fire Alarm Maintenance contracts tailored to suit your building needs, these comprise of supplying logbooks, coming and doing weekly fire alarm tests, Quarterly tests, 6 Month Tests, Annual Tests, please see procedure below.

Weekly Testing

At least one red break glass Manual Call Point (MCP) or smoke/heat detector is to be operated to test the ability of the controlling equipment (fire alarm panel) to receive a signal, sound the alarm and operate any other devices fitted to the system. Carry out the weekly test as follows:

On arranged visits to your property our engineers will carry out the following procedure.

• Examination of system log book to ensure that any faults recorded have received appropriate attention.
• Contact of site responsible person and sign in, in the required book
• If the system is on watch, take system off watch
• Notify required persons / departments that fire alarm and Emergency lighting  system is being tested and to ignore any fire signals or lights that come on. If the system is linked to a fire alarm network then notify site.
• Monitoring persons which block is being tested.
• Carry out required tests, by energising the Emergency lights and activating the fire alarm.
• Notify required persons / departments that the systems tests have been completed. If system is linked to a fire alarm network, notify site monitoring
• Notify persons that this block / building has been tested and is now finished
• Contact site responsible person and report tests finished and get the docket signed.
• Sign out of required book

For a free no obligation quote call 01903 372103, please note that combining fire alarm maintenance contracts with emergency light and fire extinguisher contracts can work out cheaper overall. 

FAQs: Fire Alarm Maintenance Contracts (Sussex)

1) Why do I need a fire alarm maintenance contract?
Regular maintenance ensures your fire alarm works correctly, meets British Standards, reduces false alarms, and keeps you legally compliant under the Fire Safety Order.

2) What’s included in your maintenance contracts?
Contracts are tailored but typically include:

• Logbooks for records and audits

• Weekly testing support

• Quarterly, six-monthly and annual tests

• Call-outs and remedials where required

3) How often should fire alarms be tested?

• Weekly: A manual call point or detector is triggered to confirm system operation.

• Quarterly: Checks on alarm devices, circuits, and interfaces.

• Six-monthly: Broader system checks.

• Annually: Full inspection and testing of the whole system.

4) Do you carry out the weekly tests?
Yes, our engineers can perform weekly MCP (manual call point) or detector tests, notify site contacts, coordinate with monitoring stations, and record results in your logbook.

5) Will testing disrupt my business or residents?
We liaise with your responsible person before each test, notify occupants, take the system off watch if needed, and schedule works at convenient times to minimise disruption.

6) Do your tests comply with British Standards?
Yes. We work to BS 5839-1, which sets out requirements for fire detection and alarm systems in non-domestic premises.

7) Can maintenance contracts be combined with other services?
Yes. Combining contracts for fire alarms, emergency lighting and extinguishers often works out more cost-effective.

8) Do you keep records of all maintenance?
Yes. We check and update your system logbook on every visit and provide signed documentation for compliance evidence.

9) Do you cover East and West Sussex?
Yes, we provide fire alarm maintenance contracts throughout East & West Sussex, across commercial, residential and public buildings. We also cover Surrey, Hampshire and parts of Kent. 

10) How much does a contract cost?
Costs depend on system size, number of devices, testing frequency and integration with other services. Call 01903 372103 for a free, no-obligation quote.