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AS 1670 - Automatic Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
AS 1670 - Automatic Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
AS 1670 - Automatic Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
Apr 1, 2025
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MP
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5 min
Apr 1, 2025
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MP
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5 min
Apr 1, 2025
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MP
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5 min
In commercial settings, fire detection systems are often installed to meet the requirements outlined in AS1670. This standard provides comprehensive guidelines for fire detection, warning systems, control systems, and intercom systems, covering their design, installation, and commissioning.
AS1670 is divided into multiple parts, each focusing on different aspects of system design, installation, and commissioning. The maintenance of fire detection systems, however, is governed by AS1851-2012, specifically Section 6.
It's important to distinguish between "fire detection" and "smoke alarms." While the term "fire detection" typically refers to commercial systems, "smoke alarms" is generally used in the context of residential settings. Fire professionals, including certifiers, may use either system depending on the premises, but it’s essential to use the correct terminology to avoid confusion.
The complexity of system configuration often varies due to differences in building classification and design. As such, a fire service professional or certifier, who specializes in the fire industry, is essential for ensuring the system meets regulatory standards. Buildings are typically divided into fire zones, which help fire wardens and the fire brigade quickly locate areas in alarm. While conventional fire systems make zoning relatively straightforward, addressable systems should also be zoned, as the description of detectors can vary.
In commercial settings, fire detection systems are often installed to meet the requirements outlined in AS1670. This standard provides comprehensive guidelines for fire detection, warning systems, control systems, and intercom systems, covering their design, installation, and commissioning.
AS1670 is divided into multiple parts, each focusing on different aspects of system design, installation, and commissioning. The maintenance of fire detection systems, however, is governed by AS1851-2012, specifically Section 6.
It's important to distinguish between "fire detection" and "smoke alarms." While the term "fire detection" typically refers to commercial systems, "smoke alarms" is generally used in the context of residential settings. Fire professionals, including certifiers, may use either system depending on the premises, but it’s essential to use the correct terminology to avoid confusion.
The complexity of system configuration often varies due to differences in building classification and design. As such, a fire service professional or certifier, who specializes in the fire industry, is essential for ensuring the system meets regulatory standards. Buildings are typically divided into fire zones, which help fire wardens and the fire brigade quickly locate areas in alarm. While conventional fire systems make zoning relatively straightforward, addressable systems should also be zoned, as the description of detectors can vary.
In commercial settings, fire detection systems are often installed to meet the requirements outlined in AS1670. This standard provides comprehensive guidelines for fire detection, warning systems, control systems, and intercom systems, covering their design, installation, and commissioning.
AS1670 is divided into multiple parts, each focusing on different aspects of system design, installation, and commissioning. The maintenance of fire detection systems, however, is governed by AS1851-2012, specifically Section 6.
It's important to distinguish between "fire detection" and "smoke alarms." While the term "fire detection" typically refers to commercial systems, "smoke alarms" is generally used in the context of residential settings. Fire professionals, including certifiers, may use either system depending on the premises, but it’s essential to use the correct terminology to avoid confusion.
The complexity of system configuration often varies due to differences in building classification and design. As such, a fire service professional or certifier, who specializes in the fire industry, is essential for ensuring the system meets regulatory standards. Buildings are typically divided into fire zones, which help fire wardens and the fire brigade quickly locate areas in alarm. While conventional fire systems make zoning relatively straightforward, addressable systems should also be zoned, as the description of detectors can vary.
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Fire detection systems are usually installed by electricians or licensed cable installers with expertise in AS1670-2015. While the certifier designs the system, the installer’s role is to ensure the system operates correctly, adhering to AS3000 and segregation rules. Fire cables are categorized into two classes: one allows low-voltage (typically detection line) cables to run alongside communication cables, while EWIS cables, rated at 100 volts, can run alongside standard 240-volt electrical cables.
The reason for the different classifications and the need for cable segregation, particularly in retrofit buildings, is to prevent interference with the signals that the fire detection system relies on to function properly. Improper cabling can mask faults or disrupt fire alarm notifications.
The commissioning of an AS1670 system can range from a quick one-hour test by a single technician to a more complex process involving multiple specialists for interconnected systems. The goal of commissioning is to verify that the system is designed and operates according to AS1670, often referred to as a “100% test.” This process ensures that every component of the system is thoroughly tested.
As the testing progresses, both the installer and certifier must document the process to confirm that the fire detection system functions according to AS1670 requirements.
Fire detection systems are usually installed by electricians or licensed cable installers with expertise in AS1670-2015. While the certifier designs the system, the installer’s role is to ensure the system operates correctly, adhering to AS3000 and segregation rules. Fire cables are categorized into two classes: one allows low-voltage (typically detection line) cables to run alongside communication cables, while EWIS cables, rated at 100 volts, can run alongside standard 240-volt electrical cables.
The reason for the different classifications and the need for cable segregation, particularly in retrofit buildings, is to prevent interference with the signals that the fire detection system relies on to function properly. Improper cabling can mask faults or disrupt fire alarm notifications.
The commissioning of an AS1670 system can range from a quick one-hour test by a single technician to a more complex process involving multiple specialists for interconnected systems. The goal of commissioning is to verify that the system is designed and operates according to AS1670, often referred to as a “100% test.” This process ensures that every component of the system is thoroughly tested.
As the testing progresses, both the installer and certifier must document the process to confirm that the fire detection system functions according to AS1670 requirements.
Fire detection systems are usually installed by electricians or licensed cable installers with expertise in AS1670-2015. While the certifier designs the system, the installer’s role is to ensure the system operates correctly, adhering to AS3000 and segregation rules. Fire cables are categorized into two classes: one allows low-voltage (typically detection line) cables to run alongside communication cables, while EWIS cables, rated at 100 volts, can run alongside standard 240-volt electrical cables.
The reason for the different classifications and the need for cable segregation, particularly in retrofit buildings, is to prevent interference with the signals that the fire detection system relies on to function properly. Improper cabling can mask faults or disrupt fire alarm notifications.
The commissioning of an AS1670 system can range from a quick one-hour test by a single technician to a more complex process involving multiple specialists for interconnected systems. The goal of commissioning is to verify that the system is designed and operates according to AS1670, often referred to as a “100% test.” This process ensures that every component of the system is thoroughly tested.
As the testing progresses, both the installer and certifier must document the process to confirm that the fire detection system functions according to AS1670 requirements.
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To know how an automatic smoke detection and alarm could support a Performance-based Design in your building reach out to us at FyreWise
To know how an automatic smoke detection and alarm could support a Performance-based Design in your building reach out to us at FyreWise
To know how an automatic smoke detection and alarm could support a Performance-based Design in your building reach out to us at FyreWise
Once a fire detection system is installed, it requires ongoing maintenance. While older versions of AS1851 required weekly testing, the current standards specify that testing should occur on a schedule that includes:
Monthly
Six-monthly
Annually
Every five years
Every ten years
Once a fire detection system is installed, it requires ongoing maintenance. While older versions of AS1851 required weekly testing, the current standards specify that testing should occur on a schedule that includes:
Monthly
Six-monthly
Annually
Every five years
Every ten years
Once a fire detection system is installed, it requires ongoing maintenance. While older versions of AS1851 required weekly testing, the current standards specify that testing should occur on a schedule that includes:
Monthly
Six-monthly
Annually
Every five years
Every ten years
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