BAFSA sprinkler experts are on hand to assist members with any technical, legislative or training issues that they might have.
We also have an extensive library of data sheets on every area of sprinkler technology from sprinkler heads to pumps. We also have guidance on current sprinkler standards and building regulations for fitting sprinklers anywhere from care homes to commercial premises.
BAFSA's sprinkler information files and technical updates are all available to download on our website. If you are a BAFSA member and require additional printed copies for trade shows or events – please contact marketing@bafsa.org.uk
We also provide members with a suite of digital graphics highlighting the benefits of sprinklers for use in their own promotions. You can download these by logging into your member area.
If you have any questions relating to sprinklers then BAFSA's chief technical advisor, Joe McCafferty, is the man most likely to be able to answer them. Questions for Joe can be sent by email.
When the engineer does the inspection/review of hazards, it is expected that any changes affecting the sprinkler system would be picked up. This would be a combination of the inspector looking at the system including heads and the client advising about any work/changes that the system that may affect the sprinklers. It may be impractical for the inspector to get to see every single sprinkler head (i.e. some may be in inaccessible area like over hazardous operating equipment, hot areas, areas with dangerous fumes etc), so they depend on the client telling them where any work has been done i.e. new partitions/walls, new equipment at roof, painting or spraying near the sprinkler heads and identifying the areas so the inspector can check. Note: your insurer should also be told about any changes of structure/services etc as well. In summary it is a combination of the inspector and client's engineers working together to identify any changes, damage, or impairments.
The most commonly used British Standard for commercial sprinkler systems in the UK is BS EN 12845:2015 + A1:2019. I suggest that you make life easier for yourself and contact one of the third party accredited BAFSA sprinkler system installers. They can come and have a look and advise in the best system for your needs. These surveys are free of charge, and you have the option of getting them to advise a cost. This will save you a lot of research and unnecessary work.
The sprinkler design is based on many factors such as: type of business process, stored goods and how they are stored (ie in rack or on the floor, wrapping on the stored goods, ie plastic etc, flammability of the goods, ie aerosol etc, height of building, availability of water supplies.) You can find a list of our members in our member directory. Third party accreditation is important as any system they design/install must comply with the sprinkler rules used. Your insurers will probably want an accredited company to carry out the work. Remember - all BAFSA members are third-party accredited.
