Working as an electrician offers the prospect to diversify into different specialisms, acquire new customers, and increase the potential to earn a higher salary. Installing and maintaining fire alarm systems is one such opportunity, but it’s a role that comes with significant responsibility as the consequences of making a mistake could be catastrophic.
Consequently, there are numerous factors that electricians must carefully evaluate before venturing into the field of fire alarm installation and maintenance, which is why fire alarm systems training is essential.
Defining Competence
According to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, anyone who is deemed to be ‘competent’ can install a fire alarm. However, if an alarm system is incorrectly installed, the installer could be liable to prosecution and people’s lives could be put in jeopardy, so understanding what it means to be ‘competent’ is crucial.
According to BS 5839-1 (Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings), ‘competence…can be assured by the use of organisations (and, therefore, their electricians) that are third-party certificated, by a UKAS-accredited certification body, to carry out inspection and servicing of fire alarm systems’.
Competence can be demonstrated through knowledge, skills, and training. The easiest and quickest way to achieve this is to earn a recognised certification, such as by completing an EAL-accredited training course that is specifically geared towards electricians who wish to provide fire alarm installation and maintenance. As well as confirming the electrician’s abilities, this will also open avenues to subcontracting opportunities with large electrical companies or installers of fire protection systems.
The Importance Of Training
Therefore, while the opportunity to venture into fire alarm installation and maintenance is an exciting prospect for electricians, it’s crucial to receive professional training and obtain an industry-recognised certification as evidence of your skillset.
At PTT, we offer a comprehensive Level 3 training course which is designed to equip electricians with the necessary knowledge and credentials to professionally and competently undertake fire alarm installations.
About Our Fire Alarm Systems (EAL Level 3) Course
Our EAL Level 3 Award in the Requirements of Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems for Buildings is a two-day training course that will equip you with the knowledge to install and maintain fire detectors and alarm systems in non-residential buildings.
The course is delivered in line with BS 5839-1:2017 (The code of practice for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire alarm systems in non-domestic premises) and Part B of the Building Regulations.
Course contents:
- Legislative framework
- Codes of practice
- Design responsibility
- Definitions, grades, categories, and specifications
- Equipment specifications
- Installation
- Documentation
- Maintenance and servicing
Reserve Your Place Today!
To book a place on our Fire Alarm Systems (EAL Level 3) course or to find out more, please call PTT on 01442 979356.
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