Willow Fire & Security completed a smoke ventilation maintenance visit at a property in Soho, London, focusing on the correct operation of the head of stair (HOS) smoke vent in accordance with fire safety and smoke control requirements.
The maintenance visit ensured the smoke ventilation system would operate effectively in the event of a fire, supporting safe escape routes and smoke clearance.
Works Carried Out
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Tested head of stair smoke vent via key switch manual activation
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Confirmed automatic operation via smoke activation from the fire alarm interface
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Verified correct opening of the roof smoke vent
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Checked status indications on the smoke/fire ventilation control panel
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Confirmed system reset and return to normal operation following testing
System Status
The smoke ventilation system operated correctly in both manual and automatic modes and was left in normal working condition on completion of testing.
Importance of Smoke Ventilation Maintenance
Regular smoke ventilation servicing is critical to:
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Maintain safe escape routes in stairwells
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Ensure compliance with fire risk assessments
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Meet expectations of managing agents and building owners
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Reduce the risk of smoke spread during a fire event
