Fire & Security Guides, Resources & Downloads
Free professional guides, checklists, and templates used by schools, contractors, and commercial clients to plan projects and stay compliant.
Fire & security advice written by our engineers
Fire Alarms
Addressable vs Conventional Fire Alarms
Cost, benefits, suitability, and when to choose each fire alarm system type.
Read guideWired vs Wireless Fire Alarms Compared
Installation costs, reliability, BS 5839 compliance, and which type suits your building.
Read guideFire Alarm Categories L1, L2, L3, M, P Explained
Legal requirements, when each BS 5839 category is needed, and typical costs.
Read guideHow Often Do Fire Alarms Need Servicing?
Weekly tests, quarterly maintenance, annual inspections, legal requirements, and service costs.
Read guideCCTV
How Much Does CCTV Installation Cost in the UK?
Average prices for residential and commercial systems, factors affecting cost, and what's included.
Read guideHikvision vs Dahua — Which CCTV Brand is Better?
Honest comparison of price, features, image quality, and which brand suits your installation.
Read guideCompliance
What is BS 5839? UK Fire Alarm Standard Explained
Parts 1, 6 and 8 explained, compliance requirements, and how to verify your installation.
Read guideWhat is SSAIB Certification?
Why SSAIB certification matters, certification levels, and how to verify an approved contractor.
Read guideEmergency Lighting — UK Requirements Guide
BS 5266 compliance, illumination levels, maintenance, and where emergency lighting is needed.
Read guideTemplates, checklists & sample reports
Fire Door Inspection Sample Report
See the format and detail of our professional fire door inspection reports, including door schedules, pass/fail criteria, and remedial recommendations.
Fire Risk Assessment Template
Overview of what a compliant fire risk assessment covers, including hazard identification, action plans, and PAS 79-1:2020 methodology.
CCTV Installation Planning Guide
A practical guide covering camera types, storage requirements, legal compliance, and site survey essentials for commercial CCTV projects.
School Fire Compliance Overview
Essential guide for academy trusts and school business managers covering legal obligations, alarm standards, fire door compliance, and compliance calendars.
Construction Site Security Checklist
Pre-project assessment checklist covering perimeter security, CCTV, access control, asset protection, and out-of-hours security measures.
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