The release of BS 5839-1:2025 marks the first major update to the UK’s fire detection and alarm system standard since 2017. Here’s what you need to know and how we can help you stay compliant and safe. What is BS 5839-1? BS 5839-1 is the British Standard that sets out recommendations for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems in non-domestic premises. It is the benchmark for professionals responsible for ensuring fire safety in buildings and is widely recognised as best practice across the industry. Why Does BS 5839-1 Matter? This standard is essential for compliance with building regulations and is referenced by regulatory authorities, insurers, and enforcing bodies. It is shaped by lessons learned from real-life incidents and evolving technology, ensuring that systems are designed to protect both life and property. What’s Changed in 2025 and Why? British Standards are reviewed every five years to ensure they remain fit for purpose. Each update reflects advances in technology, new risks, and insights from serious incidents. The 2025 revision responds to a changing risk environment and the need for stronger, more integrated safety measures. It also aligns with updates to related standards, such as BS 7671 for electrical installations. The new code of practice ensures that fire detection systems keep pace with industry best practice and regulatory requirements. For a detailed summary of the changes, visit the Institute of Engineering and Technology What Does This Mean for You? From April 2025, all fire safety work must comply with the new standard. BS 5839-1:2025 places greater emphasis on continuous professional development for technicians and requires Alarm Receiving Centres to maintain a higher level of site knowledge. Compliance is a shared responsibility, covering service providers, property managers, landlords, tenants, and keyholders. At SecuriGroup Systems, our expert fire professionals are fully up to date with the latest standards. We are here to guide you through the changes and ensure your systems remain compliant, effective, and robust. If you have any questions about how BS 5839-1:2025 affects your premises or operations, contact our team of fire safety specialists at systems@securigroup.co.uk or call our Security Intelligence and Operations Centre 24/7 on 0844 80 80 999.

We are thrilled to announce that we have been crowned Security Installer of the Year at the FSM Fire & Security Matters Awards! This is the second award of 2025 for our Systems Division! A huge thank you to our incredible team for their continuous hard work and innovation, and to our loyal clients for their ongoing support, which makes this possible. Here's to raising the bar in security, once more! #FSMawards #AwardWinningTeam #StrengtheningSociety

🔋 Solar-Powered Surveillance We deployed 15 rapid deployment CCTV towers powered entirely by energy with GSM transmission providing a fully off-grid security solution for a redevelopment site. These use analytics to detect movement and report directly to central security, reducing the need for constant on-site patrols. 📍 Remote Coverage, No Footprint For a business park client, we installed 6 solar-powered PTZ cameras in previously unreachable areas. No need for power or cabling infrastructure just clean, green protection. 🚗 Fewer Miles, Lower Emissions With virtual patrols in place, we've reduced on-the-road travel by over 75,000 miles annually for a major logistics client significantly shrinking the carbon footprint and driving forward sustainable operations. We're proud to do our part for the planet today and every day. 🌍🌱

Pictured left to right: BSIA Director John Macaskill, SecuriGroup Technical Director David Waddell, SecuriGroup Systems Regional Manager Cheryl Connaghan, SecuriGroup Strategic Adviser Neil Basu and BSIA Chief Executive Officer Mike Reddington. Neil Basu delivered a powerful keynote on "Protect Yourself: The Hard Lessons Learned from Countering Terrorism," sharing real-world insights and reflections from a distinguished career at the forefront of UK Counter Terrorism Policing. #Security #CounterTerrorism #BSIA #SecuriGroup #TheSecurityEvent

Cheryl Connaghan, our Systems Regional Manager, expressed her delight by stating, "SecuriGroup Systems is thrilled to be shortlisted once again. Our engineering team has always been dedicated to providing the best technology and innovative solutions to our clients, and we are incredibly proud of them. I wish the best of luck to all the finalists in this category and hope to see you all on the night."