Building Security Systems (BSS) fire and life safety systems ensure employee safety and the overall welfare of a business. Up-to-date alarm systems guard against invisible hazards such as carbon monoxide and natural gas, both of which can pose a serious threat to life and property.
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BSS Fire And Life Safety Managers
- Customize systems to the specific needs of facilities and address potential risks that may exist due to daily operations
- Collaborate with clients on choosing the optimal technology to provide maximum fire/life safety protection for their environment
- Specialize in testing and servicing most manufacturers’ fire-alarm systems
- Serve clients with a range of facilities including small-to-large office buildings, retail stores, hospitals and residential properties
- Provide expertly trained service technicians and central-station operators for reliable service and on-going support
- Operate a 24-hour central monitoring station approved by the New York City Fire Department and UL certified
- Provide addressable fire-alarm systems for a wide range of applications including commercial, office, high tech, telecommunications, industrial and warehouse facilities
- Supply fire systems that comply with current NFPA code standards, local requirements and facility-specific insurance provisions
- Work with facility electrical engineers, architects, and electrical and HVAC contractors to get the job done on time
Fire System Benefits
- Field devices do not require shielded wire, making them less costly and easier to install
- Input/output modules can be “ganged” in groups of six, requiring less conduit, boxes and wiring
- Integrated dialer eliminates the need for the installation of an external unit
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Add Value To Your System With
- Water-flow detectors—Installed in fire alarm sprinkler systems, they monitor the flow of water to sprinkler heads with a specially designed paddle to detect sprinkler malfunctions
- Smoke detectors—Provide early detection of fires before the fire spreads. Can be mounted on the wall or ceiling, and can be seamlessly integrated with a variety of other security systems
- Natural gas/carbon monoxide detectors—Maximize safety by detecting gas—and sounding an audible alarm—well before it reaches dangerous conditions
- Manual activation—Employees who discover smoke or fire can pull the station handle to activate an alarm. Alarm is triggered both locally and in the BSS alarm-monitoring center, and can be integrated with other security systems, such as CCTV, so the event can be recorded
- Voice evacuation—Voice evacuation provides clear, yet compelling commands that quickly guide people to safety. It can be integrated with fire alarm systems, so when a fire alarm sounds, an emergency announcement is made simultaneously
Joseph Ferdinando is the founder of Building Security Services, a company that provides security solutions to businesses and organizations. He has more than 40 years of experience in the security industry, and he is a recognized expert in the field. Joseph is also a member of Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), where he's held position of Director on the Board of Directors in both the New York and new Jersey chapters.
