In a school, there are several important resources, systems, and equipment to keep all moving parts running. One important system that needs to always be in working order is the fire alarm system. When parents send children to school, they put trust in the school to keep their children safe and away from danger. Parents expect schools to be able to handle any form of emergency that may come up. A fire alarm system is one of the systems that schools need, ensuring that students and all personnel will be kept safe and secure.
If a fire breaks out, the fire and smoke alarm system should be able to quickly alert students, teachers, and staff members that there is an emergency. The pull stations on a fire alarm should all be in working condition, so if a fire does start, people will be able to quickly activate the alarm. In the event of a fire, the school’s fire alarm system needs to be able to notify the fire department and other authorities to handle and resolve the emergency. To make sure that the school’s fire alarm system is working properly, it is essential to have it inspected by a professional fire protection company. Not only are inspections required by law, but upkeep and maintenance ensures proper operation, so everyone can be alerted to ensure safety.
One of the most important functions of a fire alarm is to warn everyone that there is a fire emergency and to take action. A system can also significantly improve the school’s sense of security and safety. A great fire alarm system is integrated with a school’s access control, camera surveillance, and communication systems. With a comprehensive system, schools will be better equipped to handle an emergency. When a school’s fire alarm goes off, the integrated system will be able to quickly contact proper emergency responders and authorities.
Why Should You Integrate Your School’s Systems?
There are various benefits to integrating your school’s emergency communication, fire alarm, and security surveillance systems. Some will be beneficial in the long-term, whereas other advantages are direr and will directly impact an emergency situation.
Save Money
If you use one company to take care of your school’s security, alarm system, and inspections, you will have the ability to integrate and bundle all your systems. This helps with compatibility and offers a unified, cohesive structure. Repairs and maintenance needs go through one, reliable funnel. When your systems are integrated, you will quickly begin to see the cost savings and benefits.
Prompt, Verified Responses
When an emergency strikes, your school is going to need quick actions from multiple parties. When your systems are integrated, there will be fewer worries of false alarms when an emergency can be confirmed through other resources and equipment. All parts work together and provide quick alert to any required action.
Unifying Tools and Resources
Integration and organization allows for control and management of one system, rather than operating multiple parts. Access to all systems in one location is much more efficient and also convenient. If an emergency arises, schools will have instant access to one, united array of tools and resources to help everyone better handle situations.
An integrated interface will bring a whole fire alarm system together for direct and convenient functionality. Most importantly, it also ensures everyone in your school will be safe and secure from when they enter the building until they leave. To learn more about fire and life safety systems, and how implementing a unified system will help your school building, contact us today.
