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New BS 5839-1 highlights continuous monitoring

By: Series: Building Engineer ; 78(1) January 2003, 28-29(2)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: Gives a brief resume of the new BS 5839-1: 2002 "Fire detection and alarm systems for buildings - Part 1: code of practice for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance", which offers useful guidance for building engineers who advise on fire safety. Explores its implications with regard to continuously monitoring FDA systems, and includes a table of risk measurement.

Gives a brief resume of the new BS 5839-1: 2002 "Fire detection and alarm systems for buildings - Part 1: code of practice for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance", which offers useful guidance for building engineers who advise on fire safety. Explores its implications with regard to continuously monitoring FDA systems, and includes a table of risk measurement.