Maintenance of
Essential Safety Measures

Year-round maintenance of Essential Safety Measures is crucial for the safety and health of a building’s occupants given that a fire can break out at any time.

Fire safety compliance dictates an awareness of legal obligations towards the maintenance of a fire protection system and the conformation of the system to fire safety standards established by the Relevant Building Surveyors (RBS). It necessitates familiarity with complex legal requirements that govern the safety of a facility and staying up-to-date with legislative changes that pertain to essential services.

It requires, in short, the specialised knowledge and professional experience of Multiphase.

To avoid issues arising out of non-compliance with fire safety standards, Multiphase conducts rigorous essential services maintenance checks at regular intervals in accordance with the regulations specified by the Building Code of Australia (BCA). Our technicians are highly skilled, experienced, and trained to provide you with all the support you need for fire safety compliance.

Why do fire safety systems need maintenance?

A sound fire protection system necessitates the implementation and inspection of comprehensive fire safety measures. The objective of maintenance is to ensure that all essential safety measures continue to perform at the same level of operation that existed at the time of when the building’s occupancy permit was issued.

All fire protection equipment is subject to deterioration over time. If left unchecked this could result in numerous false alarms, and the fire equipment could well be useless in the event of an emergency. Some of the breakdowns we encounter and fix, are the imperfect functioning of electro-magnetic hold-open devices on fire doors; the failure of air conditioning systems to shut down during a fire; inoperable emergency lighting devices due to drained batteries; and fire extinguishers past their expiry date.

It is vital to establish the reliability of a fire protection system – especially for systems not in regular use. Our essential services include (but are not limited to) testing fire sprinkler systems, examining smoke detector hazard management systems, and inspecting early warning and intercommunication systems.

It is also important to implement safe housekeeping practices like ensuring that the doorways and paths which lead to emergency exits are not obstructed; that fire-protection coverings are maintained; that air conditioning equipment and cooling towers are cleaned regularly to prevent outbreaks of Legionella; and that portable fire extinguishers are fully functional and properly positioned; amongst others.

How does Multiphase help you maintain your Essential Safety Measures?

Our essential services are all-inclusive and are performed quickly and efficiently to minimise any disruption to your schedule. We offer you comprehensive fire protection support by developing a maintenance plan specifically tailored to the needs of your building (in accordance with your Building Occupancy Certificate) and by ensuring you comply with the requirements prescribed by the Building Commission.

The technicians dispatched to your facility carry out thorough inspections of your fire fighting equipment at regular intervals – weekly, quarterly, six monthly and annually, depending upon the requirements outlined on your permit.

We also track your specific maintenance needs via our wireless fleet, generating a detailed electronic report after each test as well as an Annual Essential Safety Measures Report (AESMR). All associated documentation for the tasks carried out are provided to you, along with deficiency reporting in both electronic and hard copy log books. In addition to this, we provide certification that indicates you’ve met all the fire safety compliance regulations applicable to your situation. Our round-the-clock emergency services are available every day of the year for your convenience.