Deta Electrical wide range of safety alarms feature solutions for detecting fire, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide levels within domestic properties in accordance with British Standards and Building Regulations. The comprehensive range includes:
- Alarms: Optical Smoke, Heat, Combined Optical & Heat and Carbon Monoxide
- Monitors: Carbon Dioxide Monitor
- Accessories: Relay & Trigger Bases & Wireless Alarm Controller
Choosing the correct fire safety alarm system for a domestic property is crucial for maintaining the safety of residents, as they become alerts to danger such as fire, smoke, and carbon monoxide or dioxide.
The Deta Electrical Safety Alarm Range
The wide range of domestic safety alarms offers contractors, developers, and homeowners a selection of products that can connect with up to 12 mains-powered Deta alarms. These include optical, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms, ensuring complete and reliable coverage across a property.
The newest addition to the range is the Relay & Trigger Base which enables alarms to connect to other devices, expanding the fire safety system's functionality. The trigger allows for the alarm to be activated by a switch input. This means Deta safety alarms can be connected to sprinkler systems or other traditional switches to activate alarms to sound. This is particularly beneficial in Wales, where the Domestic Fire Safety Measure requires that all new and converted houses or flats to have a fire sprinkler system installed
Fire Detection Systems
The design and implementation of fire alarm systems in both new and retrofit properties are clearly outlined in BS 5839-6. The standard classifies alarms by their "Grade" and "Category," specifying the appropriate type and level of protection needed for different types of dwelling
Deta Electricals' fire alarm solutions can be installed to fulfill Grade D1 and D2 installation requirements, ensuring high standards of protection and reliability for homes of various sizes and layouts.
According to BS 5839-6:2019, the level of protection required in residential properties is based on the fire risk associated with different areas. The standard categorizes the required alarm installation into specific protection levels:
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LD1: This is the highest level of protection, with alarms required in all circulation areas that form part of an escape route from the property, as well as in every room or area, except for spaces with negligible ignition risks such as toilets, bathrooms, and shower rooms.
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LD2: This level offers medium protection and requires alarms to be installed in all circulation areas of the escape route and in areas identified as presenting an elevated risk to residents. This often includes kitchens and main living spaces.
Conclusion
Deta Electricals' comprehensive range of safety alarms provides a robust solution for ensuring the safety of domestic properties and are the ideal solution for landlords, developers, and residents. Developed to comply with British Standards and Building Regulations, the range offers critical protection against fire, smoke, carbon monoxide, and Carbon dioxide. Designed to meet Grade D1 and D2 standards, they offer flexible and reliable fire detection to ensure comprehensive safety coverage.