Fire detection and alarm systems

Detector-by-detector testing of fire detection and alarm systems, sample extraction systems, panel checks, fault finding and spares.

Vertex technician testing a ceiling smoke detector with a test pole and smoke aerosol cup in a ship accommodation corridor

Why it matters

A detector that does not see smoke is worse than none, because everyone trusts it. Testing them one by one is slow work, which is exactly why it gets skipped.

We test every detector and call point, read the panel's history and fix the faults, so the system is something the crew can rely on rather than learn to ignore.

What we do

Scope of work

  1. 01

    Detectors

    Smoke, heat and flame detectors tested with the right test tools, not a lighter.

  2. 02

    Manual call points and alarms

    Call points, sounders and beacons, and the general alarm interfaces.

  3. 03

    Control panel

    Batteries, earth faults, power supplies, fault and isolation logs.

  4. 04

    Linked functions

    Fire door release, ventilation stops and other functions driven by the system, as installed.

  5. 05

    Sample extraction systems

    Suction, flow indication and accumulators in cargo hold smoke detection systems.

  6. 06

    Repairs

    Fault finding, replacement detectors and spares.

Intervals

When it is due

Typical intervals under the IMO instruments listed. Your flag, class or the maker's manual can ask for more; we check before we quote.

ItemIntervalBasis
Testing of fire detection and alarm systems12 monthsMSC.1/Circ.1432, FSS Code ch. 9
Sample extraction smoke detection12 monthsMSC.1/Circ.1432, FSS Code ch. 10

What you get

  • Test record listing every detector and call point by loop and address
  • Certificate of Inspection per equipment type, with a QR code anyone can verify
  • Service report signed on board by the Master or Chief Officer
  • Photos and plain notes on every unit that failed, with a quote for the fix
  • Next due dates in your customer portal

Rules we work to

  • SOLAS II-2/7
  • FSS Code ch. 9 and 10
  • MSC.1/Circ.1432

References are summaries for planning. The current text of each instrument, your flag's interpretation and the maker's instructions always apply.

Request service

Book it for the next port call.

A vessel name, an IMO number and an ETA are enough to get a quote moving. Attach last year's certificates if you have them.