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Fire Alarm Commissioning and Handover Services in Chichester and West Sussex

The installation of a commercial fire alarm system is only complete once it has been meticulously commissioned and formally signed off.

At ALE Fire Systems Ltd, we provide thorough fire alarm commissioning and handover services for commercial clients across a 40-mile radius, including Chichester, West Sussex, London, Hampshire, and Surrey.

Our process is the final, critical step that verifies your system is fully functional, fully compliant fire alarm systems, and ready to provide reliable protection for your premises, staff, and assets, meeting the strict requirements of BS 5839 commissioning.

Design Review and
Pre-Commissioning

Before any wiring is energised, our engineers begin with a rigorous pre-commissioning phase.

This involves reviewing the system’s original design specifications and comparing them against the physical installation to ensure complete adherence to BS 5839 and the initial intent.

We verify the placement and correct type of every device, check the integrity of all wiring and circuits, and confirm that the primary and standby power supplies are correctly installed and operational.

This stage prevents minor installation errors from becoming major issues later.

System
Configuration

The core intelligence of your fire detection system resides in the control panel. During system configuration, our specialists program the Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) to manage and respond to inputs across your premises. This includes:

  • Defining Zones: Logically dividing your building into manageable fire zones.
  • Addressing: Assigning unique addresses to all connected devices.
  • Cause-and-Effect Logic: Programming the system’s reaction to a fire, such as activating specific sounders, initiating evacuation stages, or shutting down ventilation in the affected zone.

This precise programming ensures the system acts exactly as required during a real event.

Functional Testing
(FPT)

Functional Performance Testing is the practical verification that the system works as designed. Our engineers carry out comprehensive fire alarm testing and sign-off by simulating real fire conditions:

  • We use specialist equipment to test every initiating device (including each smoke detector, heat detector, and manual call point) to ensure they activate the panel correctly.
  • We confirm that all notification devices (sounders, strobes) activate and provide the correct level of audible and visual warnings throughout the building.
  • We also test critical interfaces, ensuring, for example, that emergency doors unlock and fire dampers close immediately upon activation.

This stage confirms the system will effectively detect fire and alert occupants when needed.

Integration
Testing

Modern commercial buildings often rely on interconnected systems. We conduct thorough integration testing to ensure the new fire alarm system communicates effectively with other essential services, which is vital for a coordinated emergency response. This may include verifying communication with:

  • Smoke ventilation and extraction systems.
  • Lifts (to ensure they safely descend to the ground floor).
  • Access control and security gates.
  • Remote monitoring centres.

Documentation
and Training

A fully certified system requires comprehensive documentation.

Upon successful testing, we collate all necessary records to complete your fire alarm certification, including test sheets, operational manuals (OandM), and accurate ‘as-fitted’ drawings.

Crucially, we then provide in-depth training to your designated building operators and maintenance staff.

This ensures they fully understand daily use, routine testing, fault recognition, and correct system reset procedures.

Handover

The final stage is the formal fire alarm handover.

This acceptance meeting transfers full responsibility for the operational system to the client.

This formal sign-off confirms that all stages of the fire alarm commissioning have been completed successfully, that your staff are trained, and that all necessary fire alarm certification has been provided, leaving you with reliable fire protection.

Why Choose ALE Fire Systems Ltd?

When you choose ALE Fire Systems Ltd for your fire alarm commissioning Chichester, you are investing in proven expertise and unwavering quality.

Local, Family-Run Firm

We are based in Midhurst and offer responsive, personal service across West Sussex.

Specialists in Commercial Fire Alarm Systems

We focus exclusively on the commercial sector, understanding the unique standards and operational requirements.

35 years of experience

We bring decades of practical knowledge and technical expertise to every project.

Fully-insured and guaranteed

Complete peace of mind knowing your essential fire safety investment is protected.

Fire Alarm Handover Specialists Near You

If you are a commercial client requiring professional, compliant, and fully certified fire alarm commissioning and handover services in West Sussex or the surrounding counties, look no further than ALE Fire Systems Ltd. For more information, visit our Areas We Cover page.

Get in Touch

For commercial fire alarm system commissioning and handover solutions in Chichester and the surrounding area, contact ALE Fire Systems Ltd today. Call the team to arrange a free consultation, or send an email to have someone call you back.
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