Noble Fire and Building Services Ltd
Tel: 07743 594587
Email: info@noblefbs.com
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Noble Fire and Building Services Ltd​
Our team of experienced engineers can
Supply, Install, Commission and Service:​
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Fire Extinguishers
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Fire Alarms
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Emergency Lighting
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Intruder Alarms
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CCTV
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Access Control
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PPM Contracts Considered​
We are dedicated to ensuring safety for both Commercial, Industrial and Domestic Customers.
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Our current contracts are with Chiropractors, Special Needs Learning School, Offices, Manufacturing Plant, Domestic Customers.
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Noble FBS have a team of reliable building service partners to ensure that your premises are safe and protected.
Let's work together to create a secure environment for your property.
This website is under construction, if you dont see what you need, please contact us, even if its just a question
Fire Extinguisher Regulations BS5306-0
UK fire extinguisher standards recommend that you should have a minimum of two ‘Class A’ extinguishers on every floor of the building.
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Class A fire extinguishers are those which put out wood or paper fires. Class A fire extinguishers meeting this regulation are available in a number of sizes and types depending on the premises and the risks.
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BS 5306-3 does note “It is the duty of the responsible person to ensure that extinguishers are maintained regularly by a competent person. Portable fire extinguishers are regarded as “life safety equipment” and a planned system of maintenance is intended to ensure that the equipment is:
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in an efficient working state (safe);
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in working order (reliable);
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in good repair (efficient);
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suitable for the hazard (fit for purpose).”
Depending on the equipment in your business premises, you are likely to need other types of fire extinguisher.
The most common of these are CO2 extinguishers which are used to fight electrical fires.
UK fire extinguisher regulations specify: – All premises with electrical equipment must have at least 2kg CO2 extinguishers
– Where there is 415 volt rated equipment, then 5kg CO2 extinguishers are required
There are very few exceptions where you won’t need a CO2 extinguisher which is why it is very common to see these paired with foam or water extinguishers, thereby meeting UK fire extinguisher legal requirements.
Fire Extinguisher Servicing
Maintaining and servicing your fire extinguishers is undertaken by a qualified engineer who will carry out several checks to establish if everything is in working order. Typical maintenance included in an annual service consists of the following:
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Carrying out a visual inspection.
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Checking the extinguisher has not been used or tampered with.
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Taking a pressure gauge reading.
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Removing the discharge hose to check for blockages or corrosion.
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Weigh and clean the extinguisher.
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Ensure wall mountings are secure.
You need to have complete peace of mind that in an emergency your extinguisher will function in the right way at the right time – regular maintenance will help to ensure this.
British Standard BS5306-3: 2017 states that all types of fire extinguishers should undergo a basic service at least once a year, more frequently in high use, dirty, or potentially damaging environments, or if any damage is identified during the monthly visual inspection.
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According to regulations, how often should I replace my current extinguishers?
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BS5306 recommends that fire extinguishers (water, foam, powder and wet chemical) are replaced every five years and CO2 are replaced every ten years.
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​What about my fire blanket?​
This should be replaced every seven years
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Fire Alarms
FACTS
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Each year there are around 22,000 fires in workplaces around the UK.
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The average loss was £657,074 per incident
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Loss of buildings, assets and worse case scenario, staff
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Fire safety in the workplace is governed by strict regulations to protect employees and visitors.
In the UK, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005—commonly referred to as the Fire Safety Order—outlines legal requirements for businesses.
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This law places a legal duty on the Responsible Person (usually the business owner, employer, or designated manager) to take proactive steps in ensuring fire safety. Failure to comply can result in serious legal and financial consequences.
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Fire safety responsibility typically falls on a Responsible Person, but in most workplaces, multiple stakeholders share this duty, including:
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Employers
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Business owners
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Landlords
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Building managers and managing agents
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Occupants or tenants (where applicable)
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Fire Alarms Save Lives
Fire Detection Minimizes Business Disruptions
Protecting Property, Equipment, and Assets
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Emergency Lighting
The British standard BS EN 50172:2004 specifies the minimum level of emergency lighting in the form of safety signs and escape routes that is permitted, together with the testing requirements of these kinds of emergency lights for different premises. By following these standards, you can guarantee that there will be sufficient emergency lights available in the case of power failure for any reason and this will enable a safe evacuation from any building or premises. The most important change to this standard is with regard to the testing and inspection of the emergency lights and the emergency light systems. Previously, testing had to be carried out on a daily, weekly or yearly basis, but the new requirements state that a bi annual test of emergency lighting and safety signs must also be carried out. This testing will make sure that the lights are undamaged and that their function is not disrupted by dust, dirt or any damage. This will enhance the long term safety of your building and ensure the safety of its occupants.
Intruder Alarms
The Top 5 Reasons You Need An Intruder Alarm For Your Home
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Our homes are our happy place and it's so important we feel safe and secure there. Having an intruder alarm system enhances your security and gives you confidence, knowing that you would be alerted if anyone attempts to break into your home.
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Here are 5 reasons you should consider an intruder alarm in your home.
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To Deter Burglars
Intruder alarms have an external alarm box that is visible from outside the home, with a light to show it's in operation. Home alarm installation acts as a strong deterrent for burglars or intruders because attempting to enter the property is likely to trigger an alarm system. The alarm alerts the homeowner and surrounding neighbours of the break-in, so the criminals face an increased risk of getting caught.
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Remote Monitoring
Thieves often target the homes of people they believe either to be out or on holiday. Since we can't always be at home, some home security systems can be connected to an app enable remote monitoring. If someone were to break in, the system would notify you immediately, enabling you to act immediately.
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Remote Control
As with monitoring, app-based security alarms allow you to activate or deactivate an intruder alarm using a smartphone. If you leave the house or go on holiday and forget to set the alarm, you're able to do it remotely, so you can rest assured that your home is protected.
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Police Notification
Many alarm systems are connected to emergency services and will notify the police immediately when the alarm is triggered enabling the police to be dispatched as soon as possible which increases the chances of catching the intruder and minimising the theft of valuables in the home.
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Safer Neighbourhoods
Thieves are less likely to target an area where a high number of homes are equipped with advanced home security systems. As a collective, installing intruder alarm systems helps to make neighbourhoods safer.
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If you feel all or any one of the above would benefit you, get in touch today.
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CCTV
Advantages of CCTV
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Peace of mind
Deterrent and crime prevention
Prosecution
Remote monitoring
Ideal in conjunction with intruder alarms
Reduced insurance premium
Low price high quality
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Access Control
Access control systems in the workplace enable operators to safely secure a building or area.
The design of the system takes into consideration various aspects e.g. the number of access points, the level of security required at each access point, when access is required, what controls are to be put in place, whether the access points are internal or external, whether video surveillance tools are required and if so where monitoring and control rooms are located.
Additionally access control systems can record an individual’s whereabouts within an area to allow a full manifest of persons in an area to be provided for accountability purposes should an emergency evacuation occur.
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Electronic access control systems generally rely on credentials such as PINs, tokens (swipe cards, Proximity cards, and so on) or biometrics to control access.
Access points can be configured to permit all or a selected group of users into the secure area and these can also be configured to only allow access at certain times of the day. Other measures to prevent tailgating through the use of anti pass back can also be implemented to reduce the risk of unauthorised individuals accessing sensitive areas. Additionally CCTV surveillance can be integrated into the access control system to provide assurance that credentials are not being misused.
NCP 109, the NSI Code of Practice for electronic access control systems, requires designers and installers to consider all these aspects during the design and risk assessment process.
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