FAQs About Public Sector Fire Protection

Public sector fire protection involves designing and implementing fire safety systems to protect facilities such as schools, hospitals, libraries, laboratories, and government buildings. These environments often house large numbers of people, critical operations, and valuable assets. Effective fire protection systems ensure safety, minimise property damage, and maintain compliance with fire safety regulations, reducing the risk of costly disruptions.

Public sector buildings require tailored fire protection solutions, which may include:

• Fire detection systems: Smoke detectors, heat detectors, and aspirating smoke detection systems for early warning.
• Fire suppression systems: Options like sprinklers, inert gas suppression, and wet chemical systems for kitchens.
• Flame detectors: Used in high-risk areas like laboratories and storage facilities handling hazardous materials.
  These systems are designed to provide comprehensive protection for diverse environments within the public sector.

Each public sector facility has unique fire risks:

• Schools: Require robust smoke and heat detection systems to protect high-occupancy spaces.
• Laboratories: Need specialised suppression systems like inert gas or chemical suppression to handle hazardous substances.
• Storage facilities: Often require inert gas suppression and room integrity testing to protect sensitive materials like archives or hazardous chemicals.

Public sector buildings in the UK must comply with fire safety regulations, such as BS 5839 for fire detection and alarm systems and BS EN 15004 for gas suppression systems. Compliance ensures systems are effective, meet legal requirements, and reduce liability in the event of a fire.

Astro Fire Systems provides customised fire protection solutions for public sector facilities, including system design, installation, and maintenance. We specialise in fire detection and suppression systems for schools, laboratories, and storage facilities, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards. Our expertise helps safeguard your people, assets, and operations.