Recurring false fire alarms is a global concern as the problem continues to be a strain for the fire service, schools, businesses, and the public. Most buildings often indicate false fire alarms are among their biggest fire safety challenges.
The sound of an alarm alerting provokes mixed emotions, depending on who is questioned. An office employee may be irritated at the strobes and noise as the commotion interrupts a strategic meeting or their concentration from completing a task. A mischievous young student bored in class might consider the alert a miracle of distraction and freedom.
Safety Technology International is a long-time trusted manufacturer of fire, safety and security products that help deter false alarms, prevent theft, and minimize damage to equipment in buildings around the world. For over 40 years STI’s mission is to help reduce building disruption, vandalism, tampering and theft.
False fire alarms continue to increase in communities throughout the world. As the trend persists, numerous jurisdictions have attempted to mitigate the issue, often with less than acceptable results. Nuisance false fire alarms are a problem for the fire service, schools, universities, hospitals, nursing homes, stores, hotels, businesses, and the public. Most buildings often indicate false fire alarms are among their biggest fire safety challenges.