The Fire Safety Order requires the appointment of a Responsible Person to ensure there is adequate fire protection in every business premises in the UK.

Ocean make sure you do! We'll cover everything highlighted in your Fire Risk Assessment (FRA). So you don't have to worry about prosecutions and fines. As our work is audited by BAFE, we're obliged to keep up with the changes in regulations... and meet them! 

This is an area where we stand out locally... we're BAFE approved!

And is one reason why we only work with quality equipment we know inside out. Which is good news for you... because your system does what it is supposed to. Protect your premises, staff and assets.
Year after year. After year.

While we can't promise to mitigate for human error... you can forget about annoying false alarms. And irritating breakdowns. We never miss a service visit unless you need to change your appointment. And we'll jump on any maintenance repairs before they become an expensive problem.

Your professional service starts with your quote. Honest, transparent and full spec (no nasty surprises or hidden charges down the line). And ends with a fully compliant Fire Alarm system. That keeps you, your insurance company and your Responsible Person delighted.

And... you'll be amazed at how competitive our prices are!

The disruption to everyday trading caused by a faulty system can be chaotic. Worst case scenario, it affects your bottom line substantially...

At Ocean we only install quality equipment we know inside out. And maintain it properly. So it does the job it's intended to do. Without the hassle of faults and breakdowns every 10 minutes...

To fulfil your duty of care to your employees and visitors you need a company you can trust. That's why Ocean build trust along with a lasting business relationship. So you're comfortable working with us. For years to come.

The FSO legislation states that the Responsible Person must make a suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment (Article 9). Get this wrong and the Responsible Person can face an unlimited fine or up to two years in prison!

The good news is Ocean Fire & Security can assist in getting the Risk Assessment done correctly and help you understand the findings and recommendations.

Still researching? Click here to get advice from the experts on how to ensure your Fire Safety is compliant with legislation.

Aaah, more terminology and jargon! Very simply, Life Safety Systems are any interior building element designed to protect and evacuate the building population in emergencies.

Your Fire Risk Assessment will inform you of the exact requirements to give you a system that is appropriate for the building and number of staff. It also covers the Fire Extinguishers.

It is essential to use qualified professionals to design and install the system to fully comply with the Risk Assessment and FSO.

Ocean Fire and Security is BAFE approved and NSI Silver for Fire Safety Systems and Electrical Security Systems. Our certified designs are then installed and commissioned by experienced engineers, who are all DBS and Police security checked.

From making sure the locations of the devices are properly labelled on the panel to interfacing with other equipment like magnetic door locks and checking that gas valves or shutters are working correctly. Even if your system was not installed by us, Ocean can still commission it for you to get it working the way you require.

The British Standards recommend that your Fire Detection and Alarm System is maintained by a competent company twice a year (sometimes four times a year in special circumstances).

All maintenance work by Ocean Fire & Security is carried out to the BAFE Scheme SP203 which ensures compliance to British Standards and all our service engineers are DBS checked to an Enhanced level.

You could opt for a simple, stand alone fire detection system but a sophisticated integrated system might be the better option.

Talk to us about a system integrating Intruder Alarm, CCTV, Access Control, Fire Detection and Emergency Lighting - call 01935 475524 for your free site survey.

Your fire alarm system can be linked to an alarm receiving centre and to do this and comply, it should have its own monitoring equipment.

British Approvals for Fire Equipment (BAFE) schemes make it easy for a Responsible Person to fulfil their legal obligations. Because, by using a BAFE approved company, you’re certain you’ve done your due diligence and complied. We will help you through all stages of complying - Free Survey, Free Quotes and Free Advice!