Description

BS EN 54 is a European Standard that discusses fire detection and alarm systems. The BS EN 54 series aims to enhance operational efficiency of the system and its components, thereby contributing to a successful fire response. 

The fifth part of the series that specifies the requirements, test methods, and performance criteria for point heat detectors intended for use in fire detection and fire alarm systems installed in and around buildings. 

This part provides for the assessment of verification of constancy of performance (AVCP) of point heat detectors to this Standard.

The fire detection function is to detect a fire at the earliest practicable moment and to give signals and indications so that appropriate action can be taken. Meanwhile, the fire alarm function is to give, at least, audible and/or visible signals to the occupants of a building who may be at risk from fire.  

Scope

This Standard provides guidance on product characteristics, operational reliability, temperature and software-controlled detector and their documents specifications.  

It also covers testing, assessment and sampling methods, compliance to which, can help a manufacturer determine conformity to the requirements of heat detectors. 

Conformity to the requirements ensures your products are devoid of failures, delayed response and false alarms, thereby playing a positive role during a fire emergency.