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Fire Detection Systems Handover Checklist

by Adam Baxter, from the Community

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This checklist and completion certificate supports the commissioning and handover of fire detection systems. Use it to verify documentation, train designated users, provide a system logbook, demonstrate operation to the client, record certificate numbers, and complete NSI BS 5839 installation quality audit items. Capture outstanding works, engineer and customer signatures, and confirm the site is left clean and tidy.

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Use this Fire Detection Commissioning Certificate template to document the commissioning of fire alarm and detection systems in accordance with BS 5839-1:2017. Record equipment commissioned including panels, power supplies, detectors, call points, interfaces, sounders, and visual alarms. Capture wiring test results, audibility checks, power calculations, standby capacity, and battery sizes. Verify zone plans, cause and effect programming, and variation details. Include references to design and installation certificates, attach as-fitted drawings, and obtain customer witnessing and sign-off. Ideal for contractors and facility teams commissioning new installs or upgrades.
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Fire Alarm Commissioning Certificate (BS 5839-1)

This Fire Alarm Commissioning Certificate template helps document the commissioning of fire alarm systems in line with BS 5839-1 guidance. Record site details, scope of works, variations, inspection and testing outcomes, soak test periods, and confirmations that documentation has been provided. Capture notes on potential false alarm causes and required follow-up actions before the system becomes operational. Designed for electrical and fire safety contractors, this template streamlines compliance reporting, ensures quality installation verification, and supports safe handover to building operators.

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Fire Detection Commissioning Certificate

Use this Fire Detection Commissioning Certificate template to document the commissioning of fire alarm and detection systems in accordance with BS 5839-1:2017. Record equipment commissioned including panels, power supplies, detectors, call points, interfaces, sounders, and visual alarms. Capture wiring test results, audibility checks, power calculations, standby capacity, and battery sizes. Verify zone plans, cause and effect programming, and variation details. Include references to design and installation certificates, attach as-fitted drawings, and obtain customer witnessing and sign-off. Ideal for contractors and facility teams commissioning new installs or upgrades.

by Chris Cartwright, from the Community

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BS5839 Engineer Installation Competence Audit

Use this BS 5839 engineer competence audit to evaluate installers of fire detection and alarm systems. The checklist covers appearance and site sign-in, monitoring and logbook checks, charger voltage ranges, battery condition and load tests, zone, loop and sounder simulations, panel LED and walk tests, disabling addressable panels, ancillary circuits such as door closers and gas shutdown, and documentation. Confirm tools, knowledge, and returning the panel to normal operation to maintain BS 5839 compliance.

by Matt Dare, from the Community

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Energy Works Handover Certificate V1.1

Streamline the transfer of completed energy works with this handover certificate template. Capture key project information including client, site address, handover date, and photos of completed works. Log snagging items, track their completion, and obtain final client sign off. Ideal for energy retrofit, heating and renewable installations, and maintenance teams delivering works to housing associations and local authorities. Use this structured checklist to standardize documentation, improve quality assurance, and maintain clear records of commissioning and handover.

by Lawrence Wells, from the Community

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Fire Detection Systems Handover Checklist

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