Compliance Made Easy
Compliance for children’s
homes with P.A. Fire Systems
P.A. Fire Systems Ltd is an independent, family-run fire alarm
installation company based in West Sussex. The company has
more than 40 years’ experience in the industry and offers a wide
range of fire prevention and detection systems for a variety of
premises. Their clients include schools, nursing homes and
residential properties.
The solution
P.A. Fire Systems decided Dorgard Pro was the best solution for
both homes. Dorgard Pro legally and safely holds fire doors open
and allows them to close when a fire alarm sounds. It features a
P.A. Fire Systems recently completed work on two children’s homes separate transmitter, directly connected to the fire alarm system,
for Hillcrest Children’s Services, part of Outcomes First Group. which provides a central hub so all door units can be easily monitored
Hillcrest Children’s Services is a national provider of specialist, from one place.
therapeutic homes for children with a range of learning disabilities.
The problem
“We chose Dorgard Pro as it a straightforward system that ensures
full compliance with regulations,” Eddie said. “It wasn’t complicated
Staff at Hillcrest homes strive to provide a supportive environment to install, it took around half a day in each home to install 10 door
where all children feel safe and cared for. The homes have an open units, a transmitter and a repeater.”
environment so everyone can move around easily, with plenty of
space to play.
Eddie Smith, P.A. Fire Systems Operations Manager, said: “It’s
important that staff are able to observe the children at all times, they
cannot be left unattended. Fire doors are required throughout the
building but keeping them closed all the time was not an option.”
Wedging or propping fire doors is dangerous, so a different method
of keeping the doors open was required. Eddie said: “It was vital
Mark Cook, Director at PA Fire Systems, said: “The transmitter is
very useful. The display shows immediately if there are any issues
with the door units. If the batteries need to be replaced, for example,
the transmitter will clearly show this, so it can be quickly rectified.”
“We’ve had great support from Fireco, particularly Chris Mitchell who
carried out the site surveys and helped train the responsible persons
that we found a solution that complied with fire regulations, kept
everyone safe, and still maintained the environment and atmosphere
of the home.”
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in each of the homes. He was always available if we had any queries
about any aspect of the installation. I would recommend Dorgard Pro.
It’s a great product that ensures safety and compliance.”
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