Wireless Fire Detection for HMOs
An HMO, or House in Multiple Occupancy, is a building or part of a building that is occupied by more than two people living as more than one household. An HMO may be a house that is divided into bedsits or shared student accommodation, a flat share premises and, in some cases, hostels and bed and breakfast accommodation. Simply put, if at least three tenants live in a residential property and share common areas such as a bathroom, kitchen or even a stairway or landing, then it is considered an HMO.
The Pros and Cons of Wireless Fire Detection
Wireless fire detection has many different uses. It can be used for temporary installations, commercial or domestic installations, as part of a hybrid fire alarm system, and is suitable for a wide variety of environments and applications.
Hybrid Fire Detection for Outbuildings
An outbuilding is a small construction that is separate to a main building; outbuildings can be classified as anything from sheds, barns and greenhouses to garages, storage areas and classrooms.
Hybrid Fire Detection for Temporary Systems and Premises
Temporary premises are typically buildings that are not made for permanent use. In many cases they are portable and can be moved from location to location. Temporary premises include; construction sites, mobile cabins, portable toilets, stages and trailers. All of which must have fire detection system in place.
Wireless Detection for Existing Installations
There are many scenarios in which a fire alarm system may need to be updated or extended. New regulations, building extensions or simply replacing old or faulty equipment are just some of the reasons why it may be necessary to add additional devices to an existing system. But, how easy is this to achieve?
