Fire, as a natural adversary, poses a significant threat to our lives and properties. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to reside or work in buildings that comply with rigorous safety standards. These standards encompass various aspects of fire prevention and protection, ensuring that occupants can live and work in environments designed to minimise the risks associated with fire incidents.
However, despite efforts to meet safety standards, certain buildings may face challenges with their fire suppression systems, specifically the water-based applications. Over time, these systems can become outdated, lacking the latest advancements in fire protection technology. As a result, they may not be able to efficiently respond in the event of an emergency, jeopardising the safety of the building's occupants.
Ageing water-based fire suppression systems can suffer from undetected structural damages. These damages may compromise the system's functionality, rendering it ineffective when it is most needed. In such instances, the system may fail to distribute water properly or experience leaks, diminishing its ability to control or extinguish fires effectively.
The combination of outdated technology and unnoticed structural damages further exacerbates the vulnerability of buildings, leaving occupants at risk during fire emergencies. Therefore, regular inspections, maintenance, and upgrades of fire suppression systems are imperative to ensure their reliability and functionality. By identifying and addressing any deficiencies promptly, building owners and authorities can mitigate potential hazards, providing a higher level of protection for occupants in case of an emergency.
Safety, First
The best solution for maintaining the building’s compliance with fire prevention regulations and standards approved by insurance companies is to monitor and analyse your pre-existing or new applications closely from the beginning.
Planning a fire prevention strategy is essential and choosing reliable products is the best place to start.
Planning Ahead
Xylem has many tools to help you plan ahead your fire prevention strategy.
And ensure that you are ready to deal with incidents, if an emergency should occur.
We invested in developing smart solutions to help you deal with malfunctioning and any other kind of structural damage that could prevent you from promptly reacting to incidents.