What Does a Fire Safety and Security Company Do?

A fire security company is your go-to if you need help protecting your business, staff, property – and even your reputation. From installing life-saving fire alarms to carrying out fire risk assessments and maintaining your CCTV and intruder alarm systems, a fire safety and security company can do it all, keeping your business safe and in line with your legal responsibilities.

Read on to find out the full list of services you can expect a fire safety and security company to offer, and why choosing a trusted, accredited provider like Midland Fire Security Services Ltd makes all the difference.

What Is a Fire Safety and Security Company?

A fire safety and security company does exactly what it says on the tin. Offering a range of safety and security services, these companies aim to protect your business from whatever life throws your way, and prevent things like fires and burglaries from happening in the first place.

If you hire a fire safety and security company, you can normally expect them to offer everything from design and installation, to ongoing maintenance and support of your fire protection, security and life safety systems. Take a look through the lists below to see if the services you’re looking for are generally on offer (and we bet you’ll find what you’re after!).

Core Fire Safety Services Offered

✓ Commercial Fire Alarm Installation & Maintenance

The design, installation and maintenance of compliant alarm systems to detect fires early and alert building occupants.

✓ Fire Risk Assessments (FRA)

A full site assessment to identify hazards and the actions required to keep a property safe. This is a legal requirement for businesses under the Fire Safety Order 2005.

✓ Fire Extinguishers

The supply, servicing and upkeep of water, foam, CO2 and dry powder extinguishers, ensuring compliance with BS 5306.

✓ Fire Suppression Systems

Installation and servicing of sprinkler and gas suppression systems that automatically extinguish fires.

✓ Emergency Lighting Installation

Installation and testing of lighting that operates during a power failure to guide people to safety.

✓ Voice Alarms / PA Systems

Critical in large or busy environments, voice systems provide clear evacuation instructions, prompting people to take the correct action.

✓ Disabled Refuge (Emergency Voice Call Systems)

Two-way communication systems to help and reassure people who need extra assistance during evacuations and emergencies.

✓ Planned Preventative Maintenance

Packages designed to keep your systems working correctly, including regular servicing, certificates of compliance and an emergency callout service.

Security Services from Fire Safety Specialists

✓ Commercial CCTV

Installation of high-definition surveillance systems designed to monitor and protect business premises 24/7, to prevent crime and help catch wrongdoers.

✓ Intruder Alarms

Advanced alarm systems that detect unauthorised entry and trigger alerts for rapid response and enhanced property security.

✓ Door Access Control Systems

The design and installation of access systems wherever you need them, to control who can access specific areas, using keycards, biometrics or PINs.

✓ Intercom Systems

Two-way communication systems that enable secure visitor screening and internal communication within commercial properties.

Why Choose a Full Service Provider?

A better question would be, why wouldn’t you choose a full service provider? Because sometimes it is best to put all your eggs into one basket.

Having one single expert provider manage all your fire protection and security systems will make life a whole lot easier, meaning you have only one point of contact and your installation and maintenance schedules can be simplified and streamlined.

Having just one contractor means that they will come to know your business and property well, and they’ll be able to integrate your systems and make informed recommendations on how your building security can be improved along the way. Full service companies will often bundle services or maintenance packages too, meaning you could save money in the long run, which is a great bonus on top of the certitude that you’re in safe hands.

The Importance of Accreditation and Experience

Of course, for the above to be true, you need to make sure you work with an experienced and expert provider. So, how can you be sure of this? Just ask the following questions:

Are they accredited?
Look for UKAS accredited third-party certification, for example BAFE. Choosing a BAFE-registered fire security company, like Midland Fire, will mean you can be confident the company is fully competent and will help you meet your obligations under national fire legislation.

How long have they been in the game?
The amount of years a fire safety company has been in business does matter, as this is an easy way to gauge their level of experience and expertise working with different types of companies and safety systems.

What experience do their engineers have?
Check that they only hire engineers who are time served electricians, as well as fully qualified in fire safety and security system installation. They should also be up to date with the current British Standards.

Do they have examples of the work they’ve done?
An established contractor should be able to prove their experience in each field they specialise in. You can find a list of Midland Fire’s case studies here, with in-depth examples of previous completed projects and testimonials from our clients.

Expert Fire Safety & Security Services from Midland Fire

In answer to the questions above, at Midland Fire, we’ve been protecting people and businesses since 1999 and we’re BAFE-accredited. Each of our 30 engineers is a time served electrician and a fully qualified fire alarm engineer, all on hand to advise you and offer expert guidance on how to meet the safety needs of your business.

Specialising in fire protection, life safety services and security services, we can do it all. We’ll start with a fire risk assessment for your business, then move on to the design, installation and maintenance of whichever systems you need.

At Midland Fire WE PROTECT. Explore our full range of services and contact us today for your free consultation.

Your Burning Questions Answered

What is a full service fire and security company?
A fire and security company’s expertise lies in fire protection, life safety and security services. They can design, install and offer maintenance packages for a range of systems including fire alarms, fire suppression, emergency lighting, CCTV and intruder alarms. Basically, they can protect your business, staff and assets from the risk of fire, damage, burglary and vandalism.

What are the benefits of choosing a full service provider?
One provider managing all your fire protection and security systems means you have only one point of contact and your installation and maintenance schedules can be simplified. The contractor will easily be able to integrate your different systems, and offer recommendations based on comprehensive knowledge of your business. Contractors will often bundle services or maintenance packages too, helping you save money in return for your loyalty.

Is Midland Fire BAFE-accredited?
Yes we are. Midland Fire is BAFE-registered for fire alarm installation, servicing and more, meaning we’re fully competent to install fire safety systems that meet the national standards.

Do you provide planned preventative maintenance?
Yes, we offer planned maintenance services for fire alarms and emergency lighting systems, with a variety of package levels to suit your needs. To keep your property and staff safe, you should test your fire alarms weekly and carry out a full system inspection at least twice a year as per the BS 5839 standards.

Which areas do you cover?
We’re based in the Midlands but operate UK-wide for many clients, across a variety of industries including the education, commercial, healthcare and industrial sectors.