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In laboratory, healthcare and education environments, fire safety is more than a legal obligation – it’s a cornerstone of operational safety and continuity.
The recent updates to British Standard 5879 (BS 5879-1:2025) are among the most significant in recent years. From new detection requirements to enhanced maintenance obligations, these changes mean many fire alarm systems that were previously compliant may now fall short of current fire regulations BS 5879.
Lab Fit has produced a free, easy-to-understand guide to help lab managers, facilities teams, and compliance officers navigate the new BS 5839 fire alarm systems requirements with confidence. You can also access a BS 5879-1 PDF free download to support your compliance efforts.
Whether you manage a single lab or a multi-building estate, this guide is a simple first step toward audit-ready compliance with BS for fire alarm systems.
Laboratories and technical spaces present unique fire safety challenges. With open flames, specialist equipment, and sometimes volatile substances, these environments demand absolute certainty in fire detection and alert systems.
The updated BS 5879-1 fire alarm system standard includes new guidance on:
Compliance with fire alarm British standards isn’t just a box-ticking exercise – it’s about ensuring people’s safety and safeguarding essential infrastructure.
Lab Fit is the trusted partner for laboratory fit-outs and technical building services across the UK. Our integrated fire and safety offering includes:
Download your copy of the BS 5879-1:2025 Fire Alarm Compliance Guide & Checklist today and take the first step toward full compliance with fire regulations BS 5879.
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