The benefits of a silent alarm
Loud fire alarms can be distressing or cause panic. How does silent evacuation work?
- Alarm is activated and staff are silently notified (warning lights or phone message)
- Staff can check for fire and reset system if it is a false alarm
- If a fire is discovered, staff can press evacuation button and move people to safety
With a silent evacuation, false alarms are minimised and no one is unnecessarily upset or disturbed by a startling and loud alarm.
How does silent evacuation work?
How can Fireco help?
- Dorgard Pro has a separate transmitter that can be wired directly into the alarm system. When an alarm is activated, the doors will close safely, immediately containing any fire
- DMS notifies users by text message when an alarm is activated
These products help with silent evacuation
How do fire doors affect the lives of care home residents?
Older people are often more vulnerable when it comes to accidents and emergencies which places huge importance on fire safety in care homes. Fire doors are essential for fire safety, but in the daily lives of care home residents, they can be problematic.
Why sheltered housing residents are damaging fire door closers
Sheltered housing residents sometimes damage or disable fire door closers to make them easier to open. This is unsafe and against fire regulations. What is the solution?
Fire safety in care homes
There are many challenges to managing fire safety in a care home. Our Fireco guide offers advice to simplify safety and easily stay compliant with fire regulations.