Business Legislation & Responsibility – FAQs

For more information on C&M Fire Alarms, fire safety and legislation, read our following FAQ’s. Can’t find your question? Email us on [email protected] or call 01403 268178.

It is a legal requirement to have appropriate fire detection and alarm system in place in an office or workplace. The system must be fully functioning and regularly maintained.
Regular maintenance and service checks on all fire safety equipment is important. A defective system will not save lives or minimise the risk of property damage.
Fire Alarm Systems should be tested and serviced at a minimum twice a year. Extinguishers must be serviced annually.
C&M Fire Alarms offer a range of different fire detection and alarm systems: from conventional to networked addressable. The type of system you need will be dependent upon the size of your property and a fire risk assessment. You can find out more about our range of fire detection systems here or call 01403 268178 to arrange an initial consultation.
Please contact us for our specialist advice on 01403 268178.
In short; yes. All places of work should have the means of an emergency lighting system in case of an emergency evacuation with no power as well as a disabled refuge system for disabled persons. C&M Fire Alarms have a range of solutions on offer and can find one to suit your budget and property size.
Weekly testing on your building’s fire alarm is a legal requirement of BS5839.
C&M Fire Alarms offer a competitive weekly testing service that takes the hassle away from you.  Get in touch to find out more.
With loyal customers right across the South East our office is based in Horsham, West Sussex.
To find out more, visit our ‘Where We Work’ page, or contact us  if your area isn’t listed and you would like further information.
We are delighted to be accredited with many industry bodies including:
BAFE
FIA
RISQS
Fire Marshal training helps new members of staff learn more about their warden role or serves as a refresher for current workplace fire marshals. The training can be carried out in your office and will include safe evacuation processes. You can find out more here.

Accreditations & Memberships

Alcumus Compliance
SafeContractor Approved
Fire Industry Association Member
BAFE Fire Safety Registered Organistion
Advanced Certification ISO 9001:2015
RISQS Verified