Services
Fire Alarms
- ASTTBC Certified Fire Alarm Inspection
- Electrical Repairs and Replacement
- Fire Alarm Batteries
- 24 Hour Emergency Service
Your company's fire alarm system can be the difference between a minor inconvenience and a major catastrophe. These systems are designed to protect and once a fire begins, your notification system becomes the essential tool for evacuating your facility and pin-pointing the fire's location. At Community Fire Prevention we can inspect, repair and maintain all types of fire alarm systems. We have technicians on call 24-7 to assist in the case of a mishap or emergency. If you’re looking to have your equipment serviced or maintained call 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca.
Did you know? Fire Alarm Systems are required to be maintained in operable condition at all times. As well, fire alarm systems shall be inspected in conformance with ULC-S536 (per the National Fire Code) and the BC Fire Code (BC Fire Alarm Code 6.3). This sub-referenced code requires monthly and yearly testing to ensure complete operability and help prevent false activations. Records must be kept by the building owner/manager for examination by the insuring agent and/or the authority having jurisdiction.
Sprinklers
- ASTTBC Certified Sprinkler Inspection
- New Commercial and Residential Sprinkler Installs
- Tenant Improvements (TI)
- Winterization
- 24 Hour Emergency Service
At Community Fire Prevention we service, test and install industrial, commercial and residential Sprinkler Systems. Community Fire Prevention uses only certified technicians holding sprinkler fitters licenses to do our installs regardless of the size of your project. From a single head to several thousand we can help you get your system up and running. Call 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca and let Community Fire Prevention handle all your sprinkler needs.
Did you know? Automatic Sprinkler Systems (wet and dry) are required to be maintained in operable condition at all times. Maintenance and inspection is required monthly, quarterly and yearly as mandated by the B.C. Fire Code and National Fire Code. These inspections ensure the systems are operable and ready for use should the need arise. Records must be kept by the building owner or manager for examination by the insuring agent and/or the authority having jurisdiction.
Fire Extinguishers
- ASTTBC Certified Extinguisher Inspection
- New Extinguisher Sales
- Fire Extinguisher Recharge
- Fire Extinguisher Training
We sell a full range of Fire Extinguishers including multi-purpose ABC, Carbon Dioxide, Water, K-Class and Class-D fire extinguishers. We can also service and refill all fire extinguishers from small hand hold portables to large wheeled industrial units. If your company is in need of new extinguishers or have some to be refilled don't hesitate to call 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca.
Did you know? According to the B.C. Fire Code and NFPA Standards 10 Fire Extinguishers require both monthly and annual inspections.
A monthly inspection can consist of
Inspection of the pressure gauge. Insure the Gauge shows no sign of moisture and that the needle falls within the proper designated area. Generally Green. But not over or under as it will affect the performance of the fire extinguisher itself.
Check that the pull pin is secured and in place. Not bent or cracked. Anything that would impede its use.
A visual check of the cylinder's shell, no damage, rust, broken or cracked hoses and handles.
This Monthly check can be provided by an in-house employee or a trained and certified Community Fire Prevention Technician if you would feel more comfortable.
The Annual Maintenance Inspection, however, ensures that each portable fire extinguisher is in safe operating condition in case of a fire and must be carried out by a certified Community Fire Prevention Technician.
The annual maintenance involves
Weighing of each individual unit to correct manufacturers specifications
Removing and a thorough check of each hose and assembly
Thorough check of all parts, pieces and overall physical condition of each extinguisher
Recording and Recertification Tagging of each individual unit
Emergency Lighting
- ASTTBC Certified Emergency Light Testing
- New Emergency Lighting Sales
- Electrical Installation
- Emergency Light Batteries
At Community Fire Prevention we will make sure all emergency lighting work is completed to B.C. Fire Code Standards. Simply walking up to the unit and hitting the test switch quickly does not qualify as an annual emergency light test on such a vital piece of equipment.
Emergency Lights provide you and your staff with the necessary lighting required in corridors, stairwells, ramps, aisles, and exit passageways during temporary power outages in order to exit safely. If your emergency lights fail to operate properly during these occasions, exiting the building safely can become a real nightmare.
If you require your annual inspection or need something installed or fixed have someone on your staff call 604.944.9242 or email service@comfire.ca.
Did you know?The National Fire Code states that a functional test shall be conducted on every required emergency lighting system at 30-day intervals for a minimum of 30 seconds. This test can be performed by an in-house employee or a Community Fire Prevention Service Technician.
The annual test shall be conducted for the prescribed amount of time as required under the B.C. Building Code. The battery charger itself must also be inspected to insure that the charger is providing the required amount of voltage and current to properly maintain the batteries charge within each unit. Written records of visual inspections and tests shall be kept by the owner for inspection by the authority having jurisdiction.
An annual service test consists of
Prescribed amount of time full function test
Disconnect AC power supply to each emergency light
Check battery and lens for sulfation
Clean each emergency light and lens as required
Adjust beam for proper alignment
Troubleshooting/repair may also include
Checking and adjusting charging system voltage
Checking battery output voltage
Check line voltage to remote fixtures
Place Testing Tag on the emergency light and Record in Testing Log
Backflow Preventers (Cross Connection Controls)
- BCWAA Certified Inspection
- Repairs, Replacement and new Installation
Community Fire Prevention will help insure that your Backflow Preventors are serviced annually and on-time. These devices maybe found in a variety of different settings and help to prevent potentially contaminated and/or toxic water from flowing backwards through the pipes and back into the city/municipal water lines. If your backflow requires maintenance or testing call 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca.
Did you know? A Backflow test report confirming the passing functionality of each device must be sent in to the city/municipal waterworks department every year.
Fire Hydrants
- Fire Hydrant Testing (Spring /Fall)
- Repairs and Installation
- Repainting
If you are looking for someone to maintain or repair a fire hydrant or just simply test it, call Community Fire Prevention at 604.944.9242 to handle all your fire business. We perform flow testing, operational testing and any repairs. Let Community Fire Prevention ensure your hydrants are in peak operational condition.
Did you know? The B.C. Fire Code states that all hydrants are to be inspected at intervals know greater than 6 months. These tests ensure that hydrants are maintained in proper operation for use by your local fire department. Hydrants must also always be kept free of obstruction for easy access as you never know when trouble can strike.
Kitchen Suppression
- ASTTBC Semi-Annual Inspections
- Fire Suppression Installation
- Repairs and Improvements
At Community Fire Prevention we can install and maintain your kitchen fire suppression system. From a large commercial kitchen to the smallest restaurant, allow us to inspect and maintain your kitchen fire suppression system and ensure that the work is being properly preformed with all applicable codes and manufactures specifications.
Community Fire will help to ensure, if the need arose, that your system will function as intended. If you're looking at starting up a new restaurant or need your current one serviced call 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca.
Did you know? All of the components must be functionally tested every six months to ensure proper operation and compliance with their applicable codes or standards.
Special Suppressions Systems
- ASTTBC Semi-Annual Inspections
- Fire Suppression Installation
- Repairs and Improvements
Special Suppression Systems can often be found in restaurants, automotive shops, computer server rooms, flammable/combustible liquid handling or holding stations, etc. They are all engineered and designed to perform under certain conditions in certain environments. At Community Fire Prevention we will ensure that all systems are installed, maintained and serviced according to all applicable codes and manufacturers' specifications. If you’re looking at having a new system installed or serviced call us at 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca.
Did you know? All of the components must be functionally tested every six months to ensure proper operation and compliance with their applicable codes or standards.
Fire Safety Plans
- Fire Plan Design
- Fire Safety Floor Plans
- City Fire Department Approval
- Fire Safety Plan Box
A Fire safety plan from Community Fire Prevention will help you comply with Fire safety standards for a safer working environment. Completing a Fire Risk Assessment will allow us to help you devise a personal Fire Safety Plan for your business.
Each plans consists of
A complete audit of the building resources
Responsibilities and duties for staff during a fire emergency
Other emergency procedures to be carried out
Schematic drawings of the building, locating all fire safety equipment
As an employer it is your responsibility to protect your premises and staff from any health and safety risks. A Fire Safety Plan will help you ensure possible hazards are minimized and that there are emergency procedures in place. If you are in need of a fire safety plan call 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca.
Did you know? Unsure if you may require a Fire Safety Plan? All buildings other than private family homes are subject to annual fire inspections and are responsible for meeting the B.C. Fire Code.
These include
Occupancies specified by the building code to have a fire alarm system
Assembly Occupancies (used for gathering of people)
Office Buildings, Restaurants, Warehouses, Schools, Hospitals, Educational Facilities
Fire Safety and Extinguisher Training
- Hands on BullEx Extinguisher Training
- Life safety systems within a facility
- Evacuation procedures
- Basic chemistry of fire
- Portable fire extinguishers
- Home fire safety
Community Fire Prevention can arrange for you and your staff to be trained in many courses including First Aid, Fire Extinguisher Training and Fire Awareness. If you or your company are interested in taking part in an on-site training session call 604.944.9242 or e-mail service@comfire.ca for more details.