Call Points & Alarms Buying Guide

Introduction

Call points and alarms help to ensure quick and effective evacuation from both permanent and temporary premises by working together to alert everyone in the vicinity.

This forms a key part of fire and emergency plans which are required by several laws for all places of work, including temporary worksites, with severe penalties for non-compliance. Namely:

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

Employers are responsible for the health and safety of their employees, which includes having procedures for safe evacuation during emergencies.

Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

This law mandates that businesses conduct fire risk assessments and implement measures, including evacuation plans, to ensure safety in case of a fire.

Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

These regulations require employers to assess risks and establish emergency procedures, including evacuation plans, to protect employees and others on the premises.

Installing call points may also become a consideration for premises under Draft Martyn’s Law requirements, which would mandate that public premises have taken measures to establish evacuation procedures in the event of a terrorist attack.

Remember, call points and site alarms should be tested regularly to ensure they function correctly during an emergency.

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Call Points

Fire alarm call points, also known as manual call points, are devices installed in buildings to enable occupants to manually trigger the fire alarm system. Typically mounted on walls in key locations, these devices are used to alert everyone in the building to the presence of a fire, prompting a swift evacuation and the activation of other fire safety measures.

Businesses install fire alarm call points in areas where they are easily accessible, such as near exits, stairwells, and high-traffic zones. When an occupant detects a fire, they can activate the call point by breaking the glass or pressing a button, which sends a signal to the central fire alarm system to sound the alarms and notify emergency services.

The benefits of installing fire alarm call points include enhanced safety and rapid response during a fire emergency. By providing a straightforward way for occupants to raise the alarm, businesses can ensure that everyone in the building is quickly informed of the danger, facilitating a prompt and orderly evacuation.

Additionally, call points help ensure that fire alarms are activated even if automatic detectors fail, providing a crucial backup mechanism that can save lives and minimize property damage.

Call points can form an essential part of emergency evacuation plans and it is critical that they remain fully operational and fit for purposes at all times. We work with leading manufacturers to source call points constructed from robust materials, built to withstand daily use and harsh conditions to ensure longevity and reliability. Easy to install and operate, our call points feature clear instructions and visible indicators, making them accessible during emergencies. Suitable for offices, schools, industrial facilities, and public spaces.

We also offer temporary site alarms which feature call point systems for raising the alarm.

Call Point Covers

Installing call point covers is a good idea in environments where accidental or malicious activation of fire alarm call points is a concern.

These covers can prevent false alarms by requiring an extra step to access the call point, thus reducing unnecessary disruptions. They are especially useful in schools, public buildings, hospitals, and other high-traffic areas where accidental bumps or tampering might occur. Additionally, call point covers can protect the call points from dust and damage, ensuring they remain functional and reliable when needed in an emergency.

Evacuation & Site Alarms

Providing evacuation and site alarms enhances safety by ensuring rapid communication of emergencies, facilitating timely evacuations, and reducing response times.

Businesses with large, complex, or dynamic environments such as construction sites, industrial facilities, warehouses, and outdoor event venues particularly benefit from these systems. Site alarms help ensure that all areas, including remote or temporary setups, are covered.

This comprehensive alert system is crucial for maintaining safety in high-risk or large-scale operations, minimizing potential injuries and damage during emergencies.

Site alarms can also be linked so the alarm can be raised simultaneously across premises and worksites.

Our range of Evacuator site alarms are powdered by 9V batteries (included) for the ultimate convenience, but still emit a powerful 110db alarm and visual strobe system for effective evacuation.

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