Signs That Your Old Fire Safety Equipment Need Replacement

In the course of recent years, the fire protection industry has taken a lot of steps with respect to innovation. So if your fire and safety equipment is old, it might be an ideal time to supplant it with a newly updated system which has advanced characteristics and is more reliable and competent. Completely depending upon old fire system may put your building and lives in danger, but an updated technology can keep you protected.

Tragically, most of the business organizations don’t take it seriously and show no concern towards their aging commercial fire protection plan until fire happens or take lives of many due to the negligence of authorities.

Below mentioned are a few signs you should take note of so as to keep fire prevention systems updated or replaced.

1. Fire alarm systems: 

Fire alarm systems detect and warn people of fire through visual and audio components fitted in it. While fire alarm systems do not require much maintenance but timely accessing it to keep it in check is vital. There may be some chance that some component of the system needs to be replaced. So fire detection devices need to be paid attention to. 

2. Fire sprinkler head

The problem in a fire sprinkler head may go unnoticed for years unless an issue such as corrosion or leak is clearly visible. This may lead to an inactive system or malfunctioning system at the time of emergency. A problem can, therefore, only be identified if standard inspections, testing, and maintenance are performed.

3. Fire extinguisher service

Most of the extinguishers are said to be active for 5 to 15 years, but it is important that you check the manufacturers’ label to keep note of it. Replace your fire extinguisher if nozzle or hose is broken, ripped, or clogged with dust. Also, check the locking pin as the handle over it should not be missing or unsealed. Also, make sure that the handle is not shaky or broken. 

If you haven’t updated your fire safety products in a long time, watch for all the above-mentioned checks and get your systems updated from a reliable and approved fire and safety equipment provider such as Western Fire and Safety.