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Fire Safety in High-rise buildings.
If you are responsible for Fire safety or are a resident of a high-rise, multi-occupancy property you will be only too aware of the increased awareness of the need for enhanced fire detection and evacuation processes.
The former ‘stay put’ guidance is now regarded as unsafe and has been replaced by a ‘simultaneous evacuation’ strategy.
Many properties have deployed a waking watch service; this is a fire protection service and involves marshals patrolling to lookout for potential signs of a fire. They are also responsible for raising the alarm.
These services are costing property owners and residents thousands of pounds. A Waking Watch service can be replaced by a wireless Fire Detection System. This meets all the required standards and is quickly and easily installed. The total one-off cost of a Fire Detection System can be less than 10 weeks of a Waking Watch service.
The National Security Inspectorate (NSI) is recognised as the leading certification body for the security protection sector in the UK. For over 40 years, they have helped protect businesses by providing robust, high-quality audits of business security system providers.
Businesses who select an NSI approved company have the reassurance that their chosen contractors will work to the highest industry standards demanded by the Police, Fire and Rescue Services and the insurance industry.
The Gold Standard
The Gold standard holds the greatest value across the industry and is held in high regard by the police, fire and rescue services and insurers. The Gold standard incorporates ISO 9001 Quality Assurance Certification with product and service certification.
What does NSI mean to our Customers?
Staff Vetting
NSI approved companies are required to vetting of staff to British Standard BS7858
Insurance and Financial Standing
NSI check a company’s business insurance and ensures they are of good financial standing
Business Premises
NSI audits ensure approved companies operate from premises that are fit for purpose
Resources
NSI audit a company’s ability to provide customer support
Industry Best Practice
NSI approval confirms that approved companies comply with industry standards and codes of practice