Condensed aerosol fire suppression systems are gaining market share for numerous existing and new applications, which reinforces the importance of ensuring installations are delivered in accordance with best practice and industry standards.
This is a simple 'aide memoir' to help keep the bar high and keep pushing higher, starting with -
All installers should be in possesion of BS EN 15276, this standard covers requirements for system design, installation, commissioning, handover and maintenance, and is supplemental to all existing standards and codes of practice that also apply to the condensed aerosol as a whole.
Increasingly, design specifications require installer accreditation specifically stating, 'the installer shall be accredited by BRE for LPS 1204 3.2 competency scheme'. This scheme sits in the same suite as gaseous suppression and sprinkler systems. Disappointingly, a BAFE scheme for condensed aerosol technology is not available, therefore accreditations for other BAFE scheme disciplines are not applicable. This delivers 100% stakeholder assurance that an BRE certificated system installation has been independently audited and verified as compliant to the intended system design.
Individual competency is a must for anyone responsible for any of the above, irrespective of being employed or a subcontractor. FirePro UK offers manufacturer-approved product training in accordance with our training policy. This validates the individual certificate holder for a 24-month period and provides exclusive technical support.
Finally, engineers must lways be ready with correct tools and accessories. For FirePro we provide a test kit which will facilitate safe system isolation and allow verification of correct system operation, safely. Adherence to the correct standards, combined with evidence of formal training and safe methods of working using the correct test equipment, is fundamental to maintaining professional standards. At FirePro we will always keep aiming high!
For further information on BS EN 15276, engineer competency requirements, or to discuss training availability, please contact the team.