Specification and Electrical Contractor Guide

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1 Specification and Electrical Contractor Guide

2 Driven by passionate people and a common goal to save lives! Europe s leading provider of domestic safety products. Our comprehensive range of products offer a level of protection and performance that few can match. We provide branded products and services of superior quality and value that improve the lives of customers, from the electrical contractors who install them to the families who rely on them. Supported by a strong commitment to performance and service, the brands have become a firm favorite with retailers, wholesalers, specifiers and electrical installers alike. Why Choose Sprue? To protect your hard-earned reputation, you need to be absolutely sure you are using high quality, reliable and cost-effective fire and carbon monoxide (CO) safety products... Sprue Safety Products can exceed your expectations. About this guide This guide will help you in the preparation of specifying and installing our products. We re sure you ll find it easy to follow and hope it gives you everything you need in order to understand our alarm ranges. 2 3

3 The Brands Contents Page Sprue has patented technology in Europe, the US and other selected territories. Our range of fire and carbon monoxide alarms are independently certified to the latest European standards. For further product information, please visit IT S A SIMPLE PHILOSOPHY. WE MAKE PRODUCTS THAT SAVE LIVES. Everything we do is focused on providing market leading smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that achieve this objective. We are serious about smoke and CO detection and believe everyone should be properly protected with affordable and reliable home safety products from a company with brands you can trust A quick guide to: Standards and regulations Why fit alarms Specifying alarms step by step What you need to know about our alarms Alarm sensor types explained Alarm siting locations Maintenance of alarm systems FAQ s Product selector tables BRK - The Trade Brand FireAngel - The Innovative Brand X X X X X X X X X X X X We work with passion and seek to inspire those that work for us in the same way. We encourage our staff to make a difference to our business every day. The world s largest manufacturer of domestic fire safety products to the electrical trade sector. BRK offers a comprehensive range of 230V mains powered smoke, heat and CO alarms to the contractor, specifier and distributor. Delivering stylish, innovative and high quality safety products. Appendices 1 System grades & categories 2 Building regs 3 Carbon monoxide - regulations in the UK X X X FireAngel is the brand of choice for the UK s Fire Brigades. 4 LACORS & decent homes X FireAngel continues to deliver innovation. 5 Fire risk assessment X 4

4 1 A quick guide

5 Landlords in both the public and private sectors have a Duty of Care to fit compliant alarm systems. A quick guide to... Standards & Regs There are 2 standards to fit smoke and heat alarms to in the UK BS 5839: Part 6: 2004 The British Standard BS 5839: Part 6: 2004 is the definitive code of practice to which Architects, Building Professionals, Local Authorities, Landlords and Installers should refer to for recommendations on the design, installation and use of smoke and heat alarms in the majority of domestic dwellings. There are various guidance documents which refer back to BS5839:PT6 available to landlords such as LaCors, Decent Homes & other fire safety in housing guides see Appendix X. Building Regs Building Regs tell you the minimum standard that you must fit to in all NEW BUILD and MATERIALLY ALTERED properties only (e.g. loft conversions, extensions), this is a legal requirement. The extent of the systems required differs across the UK - There are different Building Regs for England and Wales, Scotland & Northern Ireland. For more information on guidance examples see Appendix X. For carbon monoxide regulations see page X. 8 9

6 A small fire can engulf a home in a matter of minutes. A quick guide to... Why fit alarms? Fire related stats... Dwelling fires in the UK:??,??? * Deaths:??,??? CO related stats... Incidents in the UK:??,??? Deaths:??,??? * * * *ASTERIX TEXT? PROBABLY COULD DO WITH A LINE OR TWO OF EXPLANATION TEXT? 10 11

7 A quick guide to... Specifying alarm systems Step 1 Choose the grade and category Determine the correct alarm system grade and category for the dwelling. (See pages X-X for examples) EXISTING DWELLING = Fit to BS 5839: PT6: 2006 OR NEW BUILD/ MATERIALLY ALTERED = Fit to current Building Regs Ensure to consult either BS 5839:PT6 or Building Regs before specification starts. The greater the fire risk the more comprehensive the system should be. GRADE D LD2 ADDITIONAL PROTECTION BS5839-6: 2004 recommends that a Fire Risk assessment is undertaken on any property before deciding on the type of system to install. If this is not practical then install to Grade D, LD2 system. (See appendix X for example situations)

8 Step 2 Choose your alarm back up supply Step 3 Choose your alarm sensor type Rechargeable lithium (MRL) or 9V alkaline battery back-up (MBX)? MRL Mains with rechargeable lithium battery back-up. Removes any maintenance issues of replacing batteries by the end user. At least 6 months back-up supply without mains power. The most advanced lithium battery technology available. MBX Mains with 9V battery back-up. The value alternative to MRL system. Reliant on the occupant of a property to change the battery back-up from time to time. Use this typical house layout to choose which sensor type is best suited to your application For more information on all sensors (see page X) OPTICAL SMOKE ALARMS IONISATION SMOKE ALARMS HEAT ALARMS CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS In escape areas (landings and hallways) and living areas (living rooms and bedrooms) if required. Optical alarms are often fitted nearer (but not in) kitchens, as they are less susceptible to cooking fumes. In living areas (living rooms and bedrooms) only. In kitchens, attics, garages and areas not suitable for smoke alarms. In living areas (living rooms and bedrooms) and (where required) areas with fuel a burning appliance in

9 Step 4 Installation of alarms Did you know a smoke alarm needs to be situated on every floor of the home?* Step 5 Obtain full approval certificate Hardwired or Wireless interconnect? Hardwired Both Building Regulations, Approved Document B and BS 5839: Part 6: 2004 code of practice for design, installation and maintenance of fire detection in dwellings, emphasise the importance of installing mains-powered interconnected alarms. Wireless Wireless technology enables a wireless link between smoke and heat alarms, when one unit senses danger all other alarms connected to the system will sound giving you more time to escape. Wireless technology is an installers dream as it eliminates the need to run long interconnecting wires around a building, ensuring greater time, greater output and savings. There are a number of alternative installation certificates available and they will all require the same information: Address of property. Grade of system installed. Category of system installed. Handing over to the end user/occupier - ensure to leave the user the packaging and instruction manual. For further information or advice contact us on No extra wires between alarms. No unsightly trunking. No removing carpets & floorboards. No mess (See page X). 16 * refer to BS 5839: Part 6:

10 2 What you need to know about our alarms

11 Alarm sensor types explained... IONISATION Smoke Alarms OPTICAL Smoke Alarms THERMOPTEK Smoke Alarms Ionisation technology is generally more sensitive than Optical technology at detecting small particles of smoke which tend to be produced in greater amounts by fast flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a wastebasket or grease fires. Optical technology is generally more sensitive than ionisation technology at detecting large particles of smoke which tend to be produced in greater amounts by slow smouldering fires, which may smoulder for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in bedding of furniture. THERMOPTEK technology combines the very latest in optical sensing technology with a thermal enhancement system which provides fast reaction to all fire types in a single alarm. ADVANCED THERMISTOR Heat Alarms ELECTRO- CHEMICAL Carbon Monoxide Alarms Heat alarms should form part of any fire protection installation. They are designed for areas where dust and fumes may trigger frequent nuisance alarms in conventional ionisation or optical smoke alarm. Ideal for lofts, garages & kitchens, heat alarms are required within latest building regulations. Heat alarms use thermistor sensing technology, the most advanced and reliable method of heat detection. The detectors work on a fixed point principle where the alarm activates when the temperature reaches the preset range of 54 C to 70 C. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless, deadly gas. Because you can t see, taste or smell it, carbon monoxide can kill you before you know it s there. Potential sources of CO include (and not limited to): gas boilers, blocked chimneys, broken flues, portable heaters, open fires, wood burners and car exhausts. Electrochemical sensing technology is the very latest sensing technology for CO alarms and works by converting the carbon monoxide electrochemically to carbon dioxide which generates a current that is taken as a measure of gas concentration

12 Alarm siting locations Smoke alarms Always ensure that alarms are mounted securely on the ceiling In a building the greatest concentration of Smoke and Heat will generally collect at the highest parts of the enclosed areas and it is here therefore, that the detectors should normally be sited. ALARM SITING SLOPING CEILINGS DON T PLACE SMOKE ALARMS IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS Ensure to mount alarms securely on the ceiling. Mount centrally within the room or area it covers. Mount the alarm where it can be easily accessed and maintained. Keep at least twice the depth away from any small obstructions such as beams or pillars. With a sloping or peaked ceiling install a smoke alarm within 600mm of the peak. If this height is less than 600mm it should be regarded as being flat. Bathrooms, kitchens, shower rooms, garages or other rooms where the smoke alarm may be triggered by steam or condensation. Don t mount alarms directly next to or above heaters or vents. 23

13 Alarm siting locations Heat alarms Heat alarms should form part of any fire protection installation. Ideal for areas not suitable for a smoke alarm. ALARM SITING Ensure to mount alarms securely on the ceiling. Mount the alarm where it can be easily accessed and maintained. SLOPING CEILINGS With a sloping or peaked ceiling install a heat alarm within 150mm of the peak. If this height is less than 150mm it should be regarded as being flat. DON T PLACE HEAT ALARMS IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS Bathrooms, shower rooms, or other rooms where the unit may be triggered by steam or condensation

14 Alarm siting locations Potential sources of CO include (and not limited to): gas boilers, blocked chimneys, broken flues, portable heaters, open fires, wood burners and car exhausts. CO alarms ALARM SITING DAN COMMENT: I hate this image - have we got a better one? If not please use CO9X Install a CO alarm in all rooms that contain a fuel burning appliance. Install alarms where people spend most of their time (living room or bedroom). CEILING MOUNTED In the same room as the appliance Ensure to mount alarms securely. Between 1m and 3m horizontally from the appliance. On a ceiling keep at least 300mm from the walls. Keep at least 300mm from the light fittings. In rooms with no appliance Ensure to mount alarms securely on the wall. Install at breathing height

15 Regular maintenance of your alarms is essential to ensure it remains in the very best working condition. Maintenance of alarm systems... WEEKLY Test the alarms once a week by pressing the test button on the alarm and checking that the LED s are operating as they should be. The LED s are generally located behind the grille on the front of smoke & heat alarms and directly on the front of the display for carbon monoxide alarms. MONTHLY The end user should be advised to clean the alarm and keep it and the surrounding area free from dust, debris, insects & cobwebs. If you do not clean your alarms then you could have false alarms or worse prevent your unit from working efficiently. How to clean First turn off the mains electricity supply (if mains powered) and vacuum through the vents using a soft brush attachment. Ensure to keep the nozzle from touching the unit. Ensure to switch power to the alarm back on after cleaning and test the system by pressing the test button on the alarm. Dust can have an adverse effect on the performance of your alarms and it is recommended to vacuum as above. Do not ever paint the alarm unit. 28 Other factors such as nicotine contamination may also adversely affect the performance of your alarm. 29

16 THIS CAN BE PHOTOGRAPHED IN-HOUSE FAQ... Smoke & heat alarms We ve compiled here the most popular questions asked, this is obviously not a full series of questions but should hopefully give you a helpful start. For more information please contact us on Why does my smoke alarm go into alarm when I can t see smoke? Any of these situations can cause unwanted alarms: Cover or sensor chamber is covered by dust or dirt. Alarms may look clean, but dust can accumulate inside the cover, even in newly built homes. Gently vacuum smoke alarms regularly using the soft brush attachment. Insects covered or clogged the sensor chamber. Clean the smoke alarm with the soft brush attachment on your vacuum. To prevent repeat problems, clean and treat the surrounding area with insect repellent (DO NOT SPRAY THE SMOKE ALARM). Alarm was triggered from another part of the home. In a system of interconnected AC alarms, the unit triggering the alarm is in another part of the home - smoke may be present, but you can t see it. Power interruptions to AC/DC smoke alarms. These smoke alarms may alarm briefly when power is interrupted, then restored. Power interruptions are common in areas where utility companies switch grids in the early hours of the morning

17 FAQ... Smoke & heat alarms Why do smoke alarms chirp intermittently? A loose electrical connection on AC smoke alarms. In AC smoke alarms, loose connections can intermittently disconnect power to the smoke alarm. The effect is the same as a power failure. When power is restored, the units may alarm briefly. The same factors that cause unwanted alarms can cause intermittent alarms. Dust, insects, and power interruptions. See previous question for more details. The chirp may also be caused by: Low battery. As the battery or battery back-up in a smoke alarm becomes weak, the smoke alarm will chirp about once a minute to alert you that the battery needs to be replaced. A different device or appliance Security systems, monitors, carbon monoxide alarms, and other devices have similar low battery or alert signals. Why does the alarm sound when I install a battery or turn on the AC power? It is normal for the smoke alarms to sound briefly (up to 5-10 seconds) when they are powered up. If the alarm continues to sound and no smoke is present, the cause may be: Insufficient battery or AC power Very low batteries or insufficient electrical power (brown out) may cause a continuous weak sounding alarm. For DC models, change the battery (DC). For AC or AC/DC models, temporarily disconnect power at the service panel until the brown out is over. If you do not restore the AC power, your smoke alarms cannot warn you of a fire. Incompatible warning device If an incompatible alarm or auxiliary device is linked into a series of AC or AC/DC smoke alarms, it may cause the system to alarm

18 FAQ... Carbon monoxide What is carbon monoxide? Why is carbon monoxide dangerous? Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless gas. It is a common by-product of incomplete combustion produced when fossil fuels like wood, coal, charcoal, gasoline, kerosene, natural gas or oil burn. Because CO starves your blood of oxygen. When you inhale carbon monoxide, it bonds with the haemoglobin in your blood, displacing life-giving oxygen. This produces a toxic compound in your blood called Carboxyhaemoglobin (COHb). Over time, exposure to CO can make you sick. Victims exposed to enough carbon monoxide can suffer brain damage or even die. Since you can t see, smell, or taste carbon monoxide, it can make you sick before you even know it s there. Where does carbon monoxide come from? It is a natural by-product of incomplete combustion. Carbon monoxide can be produced by gas or oil appliances like a furnace, clothes dryer, range, oven, water heater or space heater. When appliances and vents work properly, and there is enough fresh air in your home to allow complete combustion, the trace amounts of CO produced are typically not dangerous. These conditions can cause CO levels to rise quickly: Appliance malfunction, i.e. the heat exchanger on your furnace cracks. Vent, flue, or chimney is blocked by debris or even snow. Fireplace, wood burning stove or charcoal grill is not properly vented. Vehicle is left running in an attached garage and CO seeps into the house. Several appliances are running at the same time, competing for limited fresh air. This can cause incomplete combustion and produce CO, even if all appliances are in good working condition

19 FAQ... Carbon monoxide What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning? What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning? They vary by the degree of exposure. Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, flu-like symptoms. Medium Exposure: Throbbing headache, drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate. Extreme Exposure: Convulsions, unconsciousness, heart and lung failure. Extreme exposure can lead to brain damage and death. If harmful levels of carbon monoxide are detected, your alarm will sound, if anyone is experiencing the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning headache, dizziness, nausea or other flulike symptoms: Open the doors and windows to ventilate. Turn off any fuel-burning appliances where possible and stop using them. Evacuate the property leaving the doors and windows open. Ring your gas or other fuel supplier on their emergency number. Do not re-enter the property until the alarm has stopped. Get medical help immediately for anyone suffering the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning (headache, nausea), and advise that carbon monoxide poisoning is suspected. Do not use the fuel-burning appliances again until they have been checked by an expert. In the case of gas appliances this must be a Gas Safe registered installer. If no symptoms exist, operate the Test/Reset button and immediately ventilate the home by opening the windows and doors. The alarm can be silenced by pressing the Test/Reset button. If you have interconnected CO alarms in the system, you have to reset the initiating alarm which can be identified by the red alarm light being on. Please feel free to call us on for more information

20 3 Product selector tables

21 THE TRADE BRAND. Product quality is undisputed, market knowledge and experience is deep and our customer-focused attitude ensures that we continue to give market leading products and service. DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONALS BY PROFESSIONALS. BRK is the benchmark for professional safety products. Our products are targeted at skilled workers and should be fitted by certified electricians. RETOUCH LINE FORM WALL

22 SPRUE SAFETY PRODUCTS: SPECIFICATION & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR GUIDE MBX Series 9V alkaline battery back-up is ideal where cost saving is a priority. AC mains powered. 9V Alkaline battery back-up. 5 year guarantee. INTRODUCING 700SERIES The 700 series is a series of carefully selected alarms incorporating BRK s unique Push-Fit docking base system. SMOKE ALARMS SMOKE ALARMS MODEL 650MBX 9V battery back-up SENSOR Optical sensing technology reduces nuisance alarms. More responsive to slow smouldering fires. See page X. FEATURES Multi-alarm Interlink. Test button for weekly alarm testing. Hush button for silencing nuisance alarms. Loud 85dB alarm. Low battery warning. LED Operating Indicators. BS EN 14604: POSITIONS MODEL 750MBX OPTICAL SENSOR 9V battery back-up + The push fit system has been specifically designed to ensure quick and easy installation of base unit to the mains feed supply at initial installation stage (1st fix) and for quick and easy connection of alarm to base unit (2nd fix). SAME SPECIFICATION AS 650MBX 670MBX 9V battery back-up HEAT ALARM 680MBX 9V battery back-up Ionisation sensing technology, detects fast flaming fire quicker. See page X. Incorporating advanced thermistor technology. Heat Alarms are ideal for use in the kitchen, garage or cellar. See page X. Multi-alarm Interlink. Test Button. Loud 85dB alarm. Low battery warning. LED Operating Indicators. BS : MBX IONISATION SENSOR 9V battery back-up HEAT ALARM 780MBX THERMISTOR TECHNOLOGY 9V battery back-up A really simple system to install in 3 easy steps: Screw mounting base firmly to ceiling. Connect the mains wires to the base s terminal block. Push-fit (when required) the alarm onto the base. No need for additional connector leads SAME SPECIFICATION AS 670MBX SAME SPECIFICATION AS 680MBX 1 2 3

23 SPRUE SAFETY PRODUCTS: SPECIFICATION & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR GUIDE MRL Series Long life rechargeable lithium battery back-up removes the need to replace batteries. AC mains powered. Tamper proof. 5 year guarantee. INTRODUCING PRODUCT SELECTOR TABLES: BRK 700SERIES The 700 series is a series of carefully selected alarms incorporating BRK s unique Push-Fit docking base system. SMOKE ALARMS SMOKE ALARMS MODEL SENSOR FEATURES 650MRL 9V battery back-up Optical sensing technology reduces nuisance alarms. More responsive to slow smouldering fires. See page X. Multi-alarm Interlink. Test button for weekly alarm testing. Hush button for silencing nuisance alarms. Loud 85dB alarm. Low battery warning. LED Operating Indicators. BS EN 14604: POSITIONS MODEL 750MRL OPTICAL SENSOR 9V battery back-up + The push fit system has been specifically designed to ensure quick and easy installation of base unit to the mains feed supply at initial installation stage (1st fix) and for quick and easy connection of alarm to base unit (2nd fix). SAME SPECIFICATION AS 650MBX 670MRL 9V battery back-up HEAT ALARM 680MRL 9V battery back-up Ionisation sensing technology, detects fast flaming fire quicker. See page X. Incorporating advanced thermistor technology. Heat Alarms are ideal for use in the kitchen, garage or cellar. See page X. Multi-alarm Interlink. Test Button. Loud 85dB alarm. Low battery warning. LED Operating Indicators. BS : MRL IONISATION SENSOR 9V battery back-up HEAT ALARM 780MRL THERMISTOR TECHNOLOGY 9V battery back-up A really simple system to install in 3 easy steps: Screw mounting base firmly to ceiling. Connect the mains wires to the base s terminal block. Push-fit (when required) the alarm onto the base. No need for additional connector leads SAME SPECIFICATION AS 670MBX SAME SPECIFICATION AS 680MBX 1 2 3

24 SPRUE SAFETY PRODUCTS: SPECIFICATION & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR GUIDE RF Interlink Base The RF base is a system that provides a wireless link between mains powered smoke and heat alarms: it is quick to install and quick to link, ensuring greater output and savings. Unique PUSH FIT docking system. Wireless interlink technology. 10yr lithium battery. Automatic ID coding. Multiple repeater RF signalling. 5 year guarantee. Eliminate the need to run long interconnecting wires around a building. Bedroom Living Room Landing Hall Attic Bathroom Kitchen The push fit system has been specifically designed to ensure quick and easy installation of base unit to the mains feed supply at initial installation stage (1st fix) and for quick and easy connection of alarm to base unit (2nd fix). A really simple system to install in 3 easy steps: Screw mounting base firmly to ceiling. Connect the mains wires to the base s terminal block. Push-fit (when required) the alarm onto the base. No need for additional connector leads

25 THE INNOVATIVE BRAND. FireAngel is committed to innovation. We combine state of the art technology and design flair to deliver the most reliable, efficient and desirable home safety solutions. We believe the customer deserves the highest level of protection that modern technology can provide, with products that are easy to install, intuitive to use and requiring minimal maintenance. Our award-winning safety products are of the highest quality. We have the strongest retail presence in the UK and supplier of smoke alarms to the UK s Fire & Rescue Services. When it comes to my reputation I need alarms that are effective and reliable, that s why I choose FireAngel with confidence. James Duxfield Social Landlord

26 SPRUE SAFETY PRODUCTS: SPECIFICATION & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR GUIDE PRODUCT SELECTOR TABLES: BRK BATTERY POWERED SMOKE ALARMS MODEL SENSOR POSITIONS ST-620 THERMOPTEK THERMOPTEK technology combines the very latest in optical sensing technology with a thermal enhancement system which provides fast reaction to all fire types in a single alarm. AS USED BY UK FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES! FEATURES 10 YEAR, SEALED IN LITHIUM BATTERY! Lasts the life of the alarm. Elegant and ergonomic profile, designed to blend into your ceiling. Larger concave central button, designed for easier silencing and weekly testing of the alarm. 5 Year Guarantee. Low battery warning signal. BS EN 14604: The Fire Angel range of smoke alarms demonstrate our continued research and innovation into the dangers of fire safety. All our smoke alarms are tested to EN14604 quality SO-610 OPTICAL SENSOR INSERT 10 YR BATTERY & TOAST PROOF ICONS FROM PACK OPTICAL technology is generally more sensitive than ionisation technology at detecting large particles of smoke which tend to be produced in greater amounts by slow smouldering fires, which may smoulder for hours before bursting into flame. Sources of these fires may include cigarettes burning in bedding of furniture. Optical (Toast Proof) smoke alarm suitable for use in areas adjacent to where cooking fumes are present. Internal power pack will power smoke alarm for up to 10 years in normal conditions. Low battery warning signal. Certified to BS EN 14604:2005. standards. NEEDS MORE INFORMATION, INCLUDING ICONS FROM PACKS! SI-610 IONISATION SENSOR IONISATION technology is generally more sensitive than Optical technology at detecting small particles of smoke which tend to be produced in greater amounts by fast flaming fires which consume combustible materials rapidly and spread quickly. Sources of these fires may include paper burning in a wastebasket or grease fires. General purpose domestic alarm. Internal power pack will power smoke alarm for up to 10 years in normal conditions. Low battery warning signal. Certified to BS EN 14604:

27 MODEL CO9X LED DISPLAY CO9D LCD DISPLAY CO-9B BATTERY POWERED SPRUE SAFETY PRODUCTS: SPECIFICATION & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR GUIDE BATTERY POWERED CARBON MONOXIDE ALARMS PLEASE SUPPLY PHOTO BATTERY Sealed in lithium battery lasts the life of the alarm. 2 x AA (3v) Alkaline batteries. SENSOR ELECTROCHEMICAL sensing technology is the very latest sensing technology for CO alarms and works by converting the carbon monoxide electrochemically to carbon dioxide which generates a current that is taken as a measure of gas concentration. The FireAngel carbon monoxide range of alarms will protect you in your home from the dangers of carbon monoxide by giving you an early warning from this lethal threat. POSITIONS AMEND FIRST ICON TO SHOW COMBUSTION APPLANCE NEEDS MORE INFORMATION, INCLUDING ICONS FROM PACKS! FEATURES An internal sealed in power pack will power the alarm for 7 years in normal operating conditions, so there s no need to replace any batteries. A test & reset button makes weekly testing easy. It s portable so can be taken on holiday or installed within the home. Automatic self diagnostic check. Triple LED display shows power, fault and alarm. Ideal for homeowners, social landlords and utilities, caravan and motorhome owners. BS EN CO9D As per CO9X and includes: LCD screen with digital thermometer. Battery powered carbon monoxide alarm that s easy to install and fully portable. CO test/ reset facility. Automatic self diagnostic check for sensor and battery. BS EN PRODUCT SELECTOR TABLES: BRK Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless, deadly gas. Because you can t see, taste or smell it, carbon monoxide can kill you before you know it s there. Potential sources of CO include (and not limited to): gas boilers, blocked chimneys, broken flues, portable heaters, open fires, wood burners and car exhausts

28 Appendix 1 System Grades & Categories

29 BS 5839: Part 6: 2004 System Grades Categories GRADE A GRADE B A full system with control and indicating equipment installed to BS 5839: Part 1. Detectors & sounders using simpler specified equipment. LD1 MAXIMUM PROTECTION Alarms in all circulation spaces that form part of escape routes and all areas where a fire might start, but not bathrooms, shower rooms or toilets. GRADE C GRADE D Detectors and sounders or alarms with a central control. Mains powered alarms with an integral stand-by power supply (battery back-up). LD2 ADDITIONAL PROTECTION In all circulation spaces that form part of escape routes and rooms or areas that present a high fire risk. GRADE E GRADE F Mains powered alarms with no stand-by power supply. Battery powered alarms (not recommended for HMO s). LD3 MINIMUM PROTECTION Alarms in all circulation spaces that form part of escape routes

30 BS 5839: Part 6: 2004 Examples of existing tena nted properties GRADE F Single family Single storey (e.g. bungalow) GRADE D Battery powered smoke alarm. + + Optical smoke alarm in circulation spaces. Single family TWO & THREE STOREY (e.g. house) Mains alarms with battery back-up. LD3 MINIMUM PROTECTION NOTE If a risk assessment determines the occupier cannot (or will not replace the battery) use mains alarms or mains with a battery back-up system e.g. follow recommendations for a Grade D or E system. If a fire risk assessment determines the occupier to be a high fire risk, increase the number of alarms installed to meet the risk. e.g. follow recommendations for an LD2 installation. The implications of installing battery powered alarms should be considered due to the risk of battery removal or the failure to replace a depleted battery. LD3 MINIMUM PROTECTION Optical alarms in circulation spaces e.g. hallways and landings. NOTE If a fire risk assessment determines the occupier to be a high fire risk, increase the number of alarms installed to meet the risk. e.g. follow recommendations for an LD2 installation. All alarms must be interconnected. 58 For advice on installation projects for HMO s please call us on for more information. 59

31 Appendix 2 Building Regs

32 New build & materially altered dwellings GRADE D LD3 MINIMUM PROTECTION England & Wales Building Regulations Mains alarms with battery back-up with the mains supply taken from a lighting circuit or a dedicated circuit from the distribution board. Smoke alarms are required in the circulation spaces such as hallways and landings. In general optical alarms are recommended here. Heat alarm to be installed in the kitchen where there is no door separating the kitchen from the circulation space. GRADE D LD2 ADDITIONAL PROTECTION Scotland Building Standards Technical Handbook No.2 Mains smoke alarms with battery back-up. Smoke alarms are required in the circulation spaces, hallways and landings. Smoke alarms must be interconnected. Smoke & heat alarms must be interconnected

33 New build & materially altered dwellings GRADE D LD3 MINIMUM PROTECTION Northern Ireland Building Regulations Mains alarms with a battery back-up. Smoke alarms are required in circulation spaces, hallways and landings. A smoke alarms is required in the principal habitable room e.g. living room. A heat alarm is required in every kitchen. Loft conversions require all the above to be installed. Smoke and heat alarms must be interconnected. All specifiers, architects, builders & installers must comply with Building Regs and install mains powered alarms in new and materially altered dwellings

34 Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless, deadly gas. Because you can t see, taste or smell it, it can kill you before you know it s there. Appendix 3 Carbon monoxide Regulations in the UK

35 68 ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS FOR APPLIANCESBURNING SOLID FUEL WITH A RATEDOUTPUT UP TO 50kW J Carbon monoxide alarms 2.34 Where a new or replacement fixed solid fuel appliance is installed in a dwelling, a carbon monoxide alarm should be provided in the room where the appliance is located Carbon monoxide alarms should comply with BSEN 50291:2001 and be powered by a battery designed to operate for the working life of the alarm. The alarm should incorporate a warning device to alert users when the working life of the alarm is due to pass. Mains-powered BSEN Type A carbon monoxide alarms with fixed wiring (not plug-in types) may be used as alternative applications provided they are fitted with a sensor failure warning device The carbon monoxide alarm should be located in thesame room as the appliance: a. on the ceiling or at least 300mm from any wall or, if it islocated ona wall, as high up as possible (above any doorsand windows) but not within 150mm of the ceiling; and b. between 1m and 3m horizontally from the appliance. Note: Further guidance on the installation of carbon monoxide alarms is available in BSEN 50292:2002 and from manufactures instructions. Provision of an alarm should not be regarded as a substitue for correct installation and regular servicing. Carbon monoxide Regulations in the UK Where a new or replacement fixed solid fuel appliance is installed in a dwelling, a CO alarm should be provided in the room where the appliance is located. Potential sources of CO include (and not limited to): gas boilers, blocked chimneys, broken flues, portable heaters, open fires and car exhausts. New regulations to protect consumers from this silent killer have now been brought into force for homes where a solid fuelled appliance has been installed that insist on installing a carbon monoxide alarm. Part J England & Wales Latest Building Regulations Approved Document J sets out a number of new legal requirements in England and Wales in relation to carbon monoxide safety and for the first time co alarms are now a mandatory requirement - where a new or replacement fixed solid fuel appliance is installed in a dwelling, a CO alarm should be provided in the room where the appliance is located. Carbon monoxide alarms can be battery or mains powered and must comply with BS EN 50291:2001. The battery must be designed to operate for the working life of the alarm and they should both incorporate a warning device to alert users when the working life of the alarm is about to expire. 69

36 Hidden Flues - UK IMAGE FROM HIDDEN FLUES AD WITH HIDDEN FLUES STAMP (PLEASE SUPPLY.PSD FILE) What are hidden flues? If I have a hidden flue what do I need to do? Some properties, mainly flats and apartments, have been built with boiler flues which cannot be inspected because they are hidden behind walls or ceilings. If your boiler is situated on an outside wall it is unlikely you have this type of flue. If you live in or own a home where all, or part of the flue cannot be seen there are new regulations that you need to abide by. From January 1st 2011 if you do have a boiler where all, or part of, the flue cannot be seen, you or your landlord will need to arrange for inspection hatches to be fitted. The homeowner or landlord will have 2 years to ensure these inspection hatches are fitted but in the interim period carbon monoxide alarms must be installed. 70 Why do I need to have inspection hatches fitted? Gas engineers are required by law to be able to see the flue which takes fumes away from the boiler as part of essential safety checks. A flue in poor condition, or a boiler that is not working properly, could put you or your tenants in danger from carbon monoxide poisoning, which can cause death or serious injury. Installing these inspection hatches will mean that gas engineers will be able to make sure 71 that your flue is safe.

37 Hidden Flues - UK What will happen if I don t fit inspection hatches? What do I need to do now? This does not mean that your flue system is suddenly unsafe. As long as your boiler passes a series of safety checks from a gas engineer including having an audible carbon monoxide it can be used normally for the time being. From January 1st 2013, a registered gas engineer will turn off the gas supply to your boiler until inspection hatches have been fitted in appropriate places. If your property is less than two years old you should contact your builder. If your property is between two and ten years old, contact your home warranty provider, as you may be covered by them to have these inspection hatches fitted. What type of carbon monoxide alarm do I need to fit? Getting inspection hatches fitted may take time, especially if you are contacting your builder or home warranty provider, or you may be waiting for your next scheduled boiler service. By getting your boiler serviced by a Gas Safe Registered engineer and fitting an audible carbon monoxide alarm you are helping to manage any risk until the inspection hatches have been installed. Carbon monoxide alarms must comply with BS EN 50291:2001. For further information concerning Technical Bulletin 008 visit the Gas Safe Register website If your property is 10 years or older you should contact a Gas Safe registered engineer. To find a Gas Safe registered engineer in your area click here. If you are a tenant, it is the responsibility of your landlord to ensure that inspection hatches are fitted and that the boiler and flue are checked every year. You should contact your landlord

38 Appendix 4 LACORS & Decent Homes

39 LACORS Decent Homes LACORS (Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services) document on fire safety provisions for housing contains guidance for landlords and fire safety enforcement officers in both local housing authorities (LHAs) and in fire and rescue authorities (FRAs) on how to ensure adequate fire safety in certain types of residential accommodation. The guide is aimed at tenanted property of all types and, from a single family house through to a 6 storey House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) and builds upon existing good practice and guidance currently in place BS PT6. The guide can be downloaded from: library/knowledge/housing/ PHOTO? England & Wales HHSRS Scotland Scottish Housing Quality Standard (SHQS) Northern Ireland The HHSRS is the risk assessment procedure for all residential properties. It replaced the Housing Fitness Regime in 2006 in England and Wlaes. HHRS also replaced the Fitness Standard as an element of the Decent Homes Standard. It is very complicated system covering a wide range of safety issue. The BS : 2004 recommendations should be adopted to meet any requirement for improvement. The SHQS applies to all dwellings and simply lists the criteria required to meet the standard. Although installation of smoke alarms is a requirement, there is no clear guidance on what form it should take. Therefore the recommendations in BS should be adopted. The SHQS applies to all dwellings and simply lists the criteria required to meet the standard. Although installation of smoke alarms is a requirement, there is no clear guidance on what form it should take. Therefore the recommendations in BS should be adopted

40 QUOTE? Appendix 5 Fire Risk Assesment

41 Fire Risk Assessments The greater the fire risk the more comprehensive the system should be. The LACORS guide strongly recommends that a fire risk assessment should be carried out in a practical and systematic way with enough time being allocated to the exercise. In some larger premises and those with mixed uses, it may be helpful to divide the building into rooms or a series of assessment areas using natural boundaries (for example kitchens, offices and stores; and corridors, stairways and external routes). The grade and category of fire detection system to be specified and installed depends on the level of fire risk. The risk assessment for fire alarm installation should consist of the following as a minimum: Smoke and heat alarms properly installed and maintained are an essential part of a good home fire safety programme. Review fire hazards and eliminate dangerous conditions wherever possible. When fire strikes a prepared and practiced escape plan could prove vital. Your local fire brigade may be willing to advise you. Call them and ask. Consider and discuss the following safety hints: Ensure everyone is familiarized with the alarm signal. Always test doors with your hands before flinging them open. If they feel warm, fire may be walled up behind them leave closed and find another escape route. The probability of a fire occurring. Ignition sources. Choosing the correct system (In accordance with BS 5839: PT6: 2004). The system should provide the earliest possible detection and warning system to occupants in the event of a fire occurring. Don t waste time collecting possessions. Rouse all occupants and leave the building; your life is more valuable. GET OUT, STAY OUT, GET THE FIRE BRIGADE OUT! Keep everyone in a set meeting place after your escape. If trapped inside, stay close to the floor, cover your mouth with cloth and conserve breath while you crawl to safety. Keep all windows and doors closed except for escape purposes. Prepare and practice an escape plan before a fire starts. Draw a floor plan. Have fire drills often. Practice your escape

42 Sprue Safety Products Ltd. Vanguard Centre, Sir William Lyons Road Coventry CV4 7EZ UK Tel +44 (0) Fax +44 (0) The intention of this guide is to keep the information given as simple and as informative as possible. For a detailed guidance refer to the relevant Building Regs or British Standards in your area.