Mandatory
Fire Detection Placement
Mandatory - Must be applied at all construction locations
- Smoke and heat detectors should be placed in the horizontal position. Stands may be used when in open areas or where ceiling height exceeds 4m.
- Improves detection & response time.
- Applies to all site accommodation and buildings under construction/refurbishment.
- Always remove plastic caps from detector heads when they are active.
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Pat Boyle
Managing Director
Construction