BS 9263:2016 – COMMISSIONING, MAINTENANCE AND REMOTE SUPPORT
The British Standards Institution has published BS 9263:2016, which outlines the commissioning, maintenance, and remote support for intruder and hold-up alarm systems. While the changes from the previous standard DD 263:2010 are minor, a new informative annex regarding standby battery capacity has been introduced. Stakeholders are encouraged to familiarize themselves with BS 9263 before the new edition of PD 6662 is published, likely in 2017.
Read MoreFSF 210 Information-required-for-Fire-Project-Files
The document outlines the essential information required for fire project files, including site survey notes, system design proposals, test results, commissioning documentation, and as-fitted drawings. It emphasizes the need for adequate battery standby capacity based on system categories, ensuring operational readiness during power outages. Additionally, it provides guidelines for calculating the minimum battery capacity necessary to maintain system functionality and provide evacuation signals during emergencies.
Read MoreTech-Bulletin-0016-DD-263-2010
NSI Technical Bulletin No. 0016 provides guidance on the application of the British Standards Institution Draft for Development DD 263:2010, which outlines the commissioning, maintenance, and remote support of intruder and hold-up alarm systems (I&HAS). Effective from June 1, 2012, all I&HAS installations must comply with this standard, which harmonizes maintenance practices and includes detailed requirements for preventative and corrective maintenance, commissioning, and remote support functions. For full compliance and operational details, reference to the complete DD 263:2010 is recommended.
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