Detectors and Fire Alarm Systems

This manual has been produced by the Unwanted False Alarm Reduction Committee of the Australasian Fire and Emergency Service Authorities Council in collaboration with Melbourne Metropolitan Fire Brigade. The purpose of the manual is to address the knowledge gap that has evolved between new technology fire detection systems and the detail that is required by the firefighter to manage the current systems when attending the site. Common types of unwanted fire alarm activations in different building types are specificed within the manual, along with possible solutions to minimse this problem.

The manual covers;

The knowledge base provided within this manual will enable the firefighter to assess the causes of unwanted alarm activation and suggest courses of action that a fire contractor or building owner may consider to increase the effectiveness and stability of their fire detection system.